Chief Information Officer

About This Role

This leadership role requires deep engagement with business operations, leading technology operations and strategizing how technology can better support business growth. The Chief Information Officer will work closely with the executive leadership team to define technology investments, system upgrades, information security initiatives, and long-term IT planning. The role suits a candidate who is not only technically proficient but also possesses strong budget management skills, the ability to collaborate effectively with department heads, and the capacity to make decisions that have a significant impact on the entire organization.

Responsibilities

• Assume full responsibility for the company’s IT operations, infrastructure, business systems, and technology teams
• Develop technology strategies to support current business needs and future growth objectives
• Manage the IT budget, evaluate major technology acquisitions, and oversee relationships with external vendors
• Collaborate with information security and compliance teams to protect company systems and sensitive information
• Ensure the reliability of business systems, and maintain backup processes and disaster recovery plans
• Partner with finance, operations, and other departments to gain a deep understanding of their specific technology requirements
• Report on technology performance, the progress of major projects, costs, and risk status to the senior management team
• Recruit, manage, and develop technical leadership talent and their respective teams
• Oversee major technology projects, ensuring they are delivered successfully within agreed-upon budgets and timelines

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• 12+ years of experience in IT or technology management, including significant experience in senior leadership roles
• Prior experience in financial services, investment management, banking, or the fintech sector is highly preferred
• Proven experience managing enterprise-level systems, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and technology budgets
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements, data protection standards, and information security practices within the financial industry
• Extensive experience managing technical teams, external vendors, and complex technology projects
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to clearly explain technical issues to executives from non-technical backgrounds
• Experience managing organizational change, technology upgrades, and business continuity planning

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus
• Retirement benefits
• Health insurance