About Global Digital Group
Global Digital Group is building the infrastructure for the digital economy. We acquire and scale exceptional digital service businesses across AI-enabled Services, Cybersecurity, IT Services, and Digital Transformation.
We're executing an ambitious roll-up strategy in a multi-trillion dollar market, with plans to dual-list on Frankfurt Stock Exchange (Q4 2026) and NASDAQ (2030). Our target: €500m-€1bn+ market cap within 5 years through strategic M&A and organic growth of 15-20 portfolio companies.
The Opportunity
We're seeking a senior, commercially-minded CTO to serve as our technical authority across all acquisition, integration, and value creation activities. This is not a product development role—this is a strategic technical leadership position at the intersection of M&A, public markets, and operational excellence.
You'll be the technical co-pilot to our CEO and CFO as we scale from our current stage to a multi-hundred-million-euro revenue platform through aggressive M&A activity.
Core ResponsibilitiesM&A & Due Diligence
* Lead technical due diligence on acquisition targets ($5m-$50m revenue companies)
* Evaluate technology stacks, technical debt, IP ownership, and cybersecurity posture
* Assess technical team quality and scalability of operations
* Identify synergies, risks, and integration requirements
* Present technical findings to board and investment committees
* Support deal structuring with technical risk assessment
Technology Integration & Operations
* Oversee post-acquisition technology integration across 15-20 portfolio companies
* Drive deployment of our proprietary Organization AI platform
* Establish group-wide technology standards and vendor management
* Lead centralized IT & AI infrastructure optimization
* Ensure cybersecurity protocols and compliance across all OpCos
Public Company Governance & Reporting
* Maintain technology governance frameworks suitable for public markets
* Support investor relations with technical narrative and roadmap
* Ensure compliance with stock exchange requirements
* Provide technical inputs for quarterly reporting and strategic communications
* Interface with auditors and regulatory bodies on technology matters
Strategic Advisory
* Advise portfolio company CEOs on technology strategy and architecture decisions
* Identify cross-portfolio technology synergies and cost optimization opportunities
* Evaluate build vs. buy decisions for shared technology platforms
* Stay ahead of AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation trends
* Support enterprise client acquisition with technical credibility
Required ExperienceEssential
* 5+ years in senior technology leadership roles
* 3+ years in publicly-traded companies
* Significant M&A due diligence experience – you've personally led or participated in technical DD for 5+ transactions
* Deep understanding of IT services, cybersecurity, AI/ML, and digital transformation sectors
* Experience integrating technology organizations post-acquisition
* Track record working with boards, audit committees, and external advisors
* Understanding of corporate governance, SOX compliance, and public company reporting requirements
Highly Valued
* Prior CTO/CIO role in a PE-backed or public services company
* Experience with European and US regulatory environments
* Background in management consulting (Big 4, MBB) or investment banking (tech M&A)
* MBA or advanced technical degree from a top institution
* Professional certifications (CISSP, CISM, or equivalent)
Compensation & Equity
This is a senior executive role with compensation reflecting the scope and impact:
* Competitive base salary commensurate with public company CTO roles
* Significant equity package in Global Digital Group with progressive liquidity:
* Liquidity event at NASDAQ listing or strategic exit (Year 5)
* Performance bonuses tied to acquisition execution, integration success, and margin improvement
* Benefits: Comprehensive executive benefits package
Culture & Working Style
* High autonomy, high accountability – We trust our leaders to execute
* Data-driven decision making – We move fast but with rigor
* Permanent growth mindset – We're building a peer group of exceptional operators
* Founder-friendly – Portfolio company CEOs retain operational control; we provide leverage
Location & Travel
* Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
* Expect some travel for due diligence visits, portfolio company meetings, and board activities across UK, EU, and US
Application Process
1. Introductory Review – We'll review your submission and schedule an initial call
2. Executive Interviews – Meet with CEO, CFO
3. Technical Case Study – Real acquisition target for due diligence assessment
4. Final Terms Discussion – Negotiate compensation, equity, and role scope
5. Offer & Onboarding
* Timeline: 2-3 weeks from application to offer for the right candidate