IT Director

Job Description

IT Director

Our Client is an established bank with offices in the City London.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned IT Director with extensive experience in software and application development within the investment and private banking sectors.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing IT transformation projects, delivering solutions across multiple customer channels, and leading both software development and infrastructure technology teams.

This role will report to the Board at the bank and involve collaborating with various stakeholders across the business, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation.

The Director of IT will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the IT department, managing IT projects, implementing and maintaining network security measures, and developing IT strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee and manage the IT department, encompassing both software application development and infrastructure technology teams.
2. Lead and execute software and application development projects from inception to deployment, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery.
3. Drive IT transformation initiatives within the banking environment to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
4. Deliver IT solutions across multiple customer channels, including online banking, mobile apps, and in-branch systems.
5. Develop and implement IT policies, procedures, and best practices.
6. Collaborate with senior management and stakeholders, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation, to identify IT needs and develop strategies to address them.
7. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
8. Manage IT budgets, resources, and vendor relationships.
9. Report to the Board on IT strategy, progress, and performance.
10. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the IT department.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT management, with a strong background in software and application development.
3. Extensive experience in leading IT transformation projects within investment and private banking environments.
4. Proven success in delivering IT solutions across multiple customer channels.
5. Strong understanding of banking operations, regulations, and compliance requirements.
6. Demonstrated ability to manage both software development and infrastructure technology teams.
7. Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
8. Ability to work effectively with various stakeholders, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation.
9. Strategic thinker with the ability to execute methodically.
10. Experience with emerging technologies and digital banking trends.

Preferred Skills:

1. Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies.
2. Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices in the banking sector.
3. Familiarity with cloud computing and data analytics.

This is a hybrid position with at least 3 days in the office in London.

The salary will be in the range £140K - £175K + Benefits.

Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period, do include why you think you would be the right person for this position.