Overview
Join a leading global investment bank as Director, Head of Strategy & Architecture – (Digital). Based in London, this is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to shape the strategic technology direction across a global financial services organisation.
This is a high-impact, visionary position where you’ll lead the transformation of digital engineering, infrastructure, and service management at scale. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and enterprise architecture, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Role and Responsibilities
* Define and lead the technology strategy and digital transformation agenda across Digital teams
* Develop and implement global architecture roadmaps to modernise the bank’s technology ecosystem
* Collaborate with senior stakeholders, including C-suite and Board members, to ensure technology initiatives align with business objectives
* Lead and mentor a team of Strategy Leads and Architects, driving innovation, performance, and continuous improvement
* Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies to create competitive advantage and future-proof the organisation’s digital capabilities
Skills and Experience
* 10+ years of experience in technology strategy, enterprise architecture, and IT transformation within large, global organisations
* Proven leadership in digital transformation, particularly across infrastructure, platforms, and service management domains
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with a history of influencing executive leadership and delivering strategic outcomes
* In-depth knowledge of financial services technologies, including cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), networks, digital workplace solutions, data platforms, AI and Generative AI
* Relevant certifications such as TOGAF, SAFe, ITIL Strategic Leader, and cloud provider accreditations
* Outstanding communication, strategic thinking, and leadership capabilities.
Package
* Hybrid – London x3 days
Seniority level
* Director
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology
Industries
* Technology, Information and Media, Investment Banking, and IT Services and IT Consulting
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