David Sims
Haywards Heath,West Sussex
Summary
An experienced and detail-oriented Enterprise Risk & Resilience professional with a demonstrated history of managing enterprise-wide risk, business continuity, and resilience strategies. Adept at identifying, assessing and mitigating risks while ensuring the continuity of operations and safeguarding the organisation from potential disruptions. Strong leadership, analytical and communications skills with a passion for driving organisational success through proactive risk management frameworks.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Enterprise Risk & Resilience Business Partner
Southern Water
Worthing, West Sussex
2021.08 - Current
- Developed a comprehensive risk management framework for maximising business efficiency.
- Spearheaded implementation of risk tools and methodologies to improve outcomes and decrease vulnerabilities.
- Coordinate risk review process, challenging risk descriptors and mitigations to detect vulnerabilities.
- Manage business relationships to create effective response strategies to potential risks.
- Deploy project and programme risk workshops to verify capture of relevant exposures.
- Facilitated training sessions to boost awareness and performance levels.
- Established quarterly risk reporting to Board Committees on risk management metrics to assist with decision-making.
Business Continuity Governance Manager
Southern Water
Worthing, West Sussex
2010.01 - 2021.07
- Developed business continuity strategies by conducting risk assessments and identifying potential threats.
- Collaborated with key stakeholders for developing and implementing robust business continuity, functional continuity & disaster recovery plans.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by regularly auditing business continuity practices and processes.
- Developed and implemented organisation-wide policies and procedures aligned to International Standards for Business Continuity, ISO22301.
Strategic Planning Lead
Southern Water
Worthing, West Sussex
2007.03 - 2009.12
- Drafted and coordinated responses to Local and Unitary Authorities planning consultations to ensure alignment of expectations and deliverables.
- Built and managed relationships with Local Authorities establishing clear communication channels, promoting transparency and open dialogue.
IT Business Analyst
Southern Water
Worthing, West Sussex
2004.04 - 2007.02
- Streamlined data analysis processes by implementing advanced software systems.
- Facilitated staff training programs on latest industry trends and technologies for increased productivity.
- Led cross-departmental coordination to ensure seamless execution of IT initiatives.
- Conducted comprehensive system audits to identify and rectify operational inefficiencies.
- Coordinated with external vendors, ensuring timely delivery of hardware components.
IT Business Analyst
Robimatic PLC
Burgess Hill, West Sussex
1994.01 - 2003.12
Education
International Certificate in ERM - Enterprise Risk Management
Institute of Risk Management
London 2022.11 - 2023.05
Diploma of Business Continuity Management - Business Continuity
Buckinghamshire New University
Wycombe 2014.01 - 2015.01
A-Levels -
The College of Richard Collyer
Horsham, West Sussex 1990.09 - 1993.06
GCSEs -
Forest Boys Community School
Horsham, West Sussex 1985.09 - 1990.06
Skills
- Data interpretation, analysis & presentation
- Project Management
- Strategic planning
- Risk and general report writing
- Stakeholder engagement
- Team collaboration, communication & support
- Leadership
- IT literate, including GRC software operation & development
- Adaptability & Time Management
Timeline
International Certificate in ERM - Enterprise Risk Management
Institute of Risk Management
2022.11 - 2023.05
Enterprise Risk & Resilience Business Partner
Southern Water
2021.08 - Current
Diploma of Business Continuity Management - Business Continuity
Buckinghamshire New University
2014.01 - 2015.01
Business Continuity Governance Manager
Southern Water
2010.01 - 2021.07
Strategic Planning Lead
Southern Water
2007.03 - 2009.12
IT Business Analyst
Southern Water
2004.04 - 2007.02
IT Business Analyst
Robimatic PLC
1994.01 - 2003.12
A-Levels -
The College of Richard Collyer
1990.09 - 1993.06
GCSEs -
Forest Boys Community School
1985.09 - 1990.06