Lead Technology Architect
Location: London
Role Type: Contract - 6 months
Work Setup: Hybrid - 3 days in office
Who We Are
Columbia Threadneedle Asset Management Holdings Limited is a cornerstone of Columbia Threadneedle Investments' global presence, providing the structural foundation for one of the world's leading asset managers. Backed by Ameriprise Financial, the company supports innovative investment solutions across equities, fixed income, multi‑asset strategies, and alternatives. With a commitment to responsible investing, rigorous research, and long‑term value creation, it helps ensure clients' capital works smarter and grows sustainably
What you'll do:
* Lead the global technology strategy for distribution data and client reporting by leveraging cloud (e.g., AWS, Snowflake) and SaaS solutions to build scalable platforms that deliver timely, impactful insights across EMEA, North America, and India.
* Own fund performance and attribution data platforms, delivering reliable insights to support investment and client decisions.
* Lead the integration of ESG data into performance reporting, making it seamless and valuable for clients.
* Lead and develop multi-region teams to deliver a consistent, business-aligned technology strategy and drive excellence in data and technology initiatives globally.
* Leverage data and technology to drive strategic decisions in sales, distribution, and client service
What you bring:
* Proven experience in distribution, sales, marketing, and client data across mutual funds, ETFs, SMAs, and institutional/intermediary channels.
* Experience building cloud-native (AWS, preferred) and Snowflake platforms at scale, strong SaaS integration and data engineering skills.
* Expert in APIs, data modeling, distributed systems performance and security, CI/CD, IaC (Terraform/CloudFormation), containers, and observability.
* Skilled in factsheet and investor reporting workflows, with experience managing platforms like SimCorp Coric and Vermilion.
* Strong grasp of data governance, lineage, privacy, and regulatory controls (e.g., GDPR) in cloud environments.
* Proven ability to embed agile practices-OKRs, planning, backlog management, and iterative delivery-into tech teams.
* Leverages analytics, AI/ML, and emerging technologies to drive innovation in distribution, reporting, and performance, translating complex decisions into clear business outcomes.
* Proven leader of global teams, driving cross-regional collaboration and influencing senior stakeholders with strong communication.
What's Next:
If you are ready to take the next step, apply now. Successful applicants will be contacted directly by a recruiter to discuss the role more.
We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require support or adjustments to the recruitment process, our Adjustment Concierge Service is here to help. Please feel free to contact us at adjustments@robertwalters.com to discuss how we can support you.
This position is being recruited on behalf of our client through our Outsourcing service line. Resource Solutions Limited, trading as Robert Walters, acts as an employment business and agency, partnering with top organizations to help them find the best talent. We welcome applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities.