Chief Technology Officer - Banking

• Shape AI, cloud and banking platform strategy at scale
• Manage 80+ technology professionals across multiple functions
  
  

About Our Client

Our client is a pioneering banking institution that has established itself as a recognised innovator within the financial services landscape. The organisation combines the agility of a fintech with the governance and risk discipline of a regulated bank, serving the needs of SMEs and corporate customers through technology-led banking solutions.

They continue to invest in AI, automation, cloud technologies and digital capabilities to support their ambitious growth agenda. With a lean operating model and an entrepreneurial leadership team, the organisation offers senior executives the opportunity to directly influence business outcomes and create measurable impact. The role reports directly to the CEO, a seasoned banking executive, with extensive leadership experience across international banking institutions.

Job Description

• Define and execute the bank's enterprise technology strategy in alignment with overall business objectives
• Lead technology, engineering, infrastructure, cybersecurity and technology operations functions across an organisation of approximately 80-90 internal and outsourced professionals
• Drive platform scalability, resilience, operational efficiency and service reliability across all banking systems
• Partner closely with business, risk, compliance and operations leaders to deliver strategic transformation initiatives
• Identify technology risks, operational bottlenecks and control weaknesses, implementing proactive remediation measures
• Champion innovation across AI, automation, cloud based architecture, digital banking and emerging technologies
• Develop high-performing technology teams, succession plans and governance frameworks while maintaining regulatory compliance and technology excellence
  
  

The Successful Applicant

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology or related discipline
• 20+ years of technology leadership experience within banking, digital banking, fintech or regulated financial services environments
• Proven track record leading large-scale technology organisations and managing complex technology estates
• Experience building and scaling digital-first banking platforms, technology operations and cybersecurity capabilities
• Strong understanding of banking regulations, operational risk management, resilience frameworks and technology governance
• Demonstrated success delivering technology transformation, cloud adoption, AI initiatives and digital innovation programmes
• Ability to operate as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive leadership team while remaining hands-on when required
• Prior experience as a CTO, Deputy CTO, CIO, Head of Technology or equivalent senior leadership role within banking or fintech environments
  
  

What's on Offer

This opportunity offers the chance to join a profitable and growth-oriented bank where technology is a core strategic differentiator rather than a support function. The successful candidate will work directly with the CEO and executive leadership team, influencing business strategy while leading critical technology and innovation initiatives. The organisation provides a highly visible leadership platform, significant decision-making authority, exposure to cutting-edge banking and AI programmes, and the opportunity to shape the future direction of a technology-driven financial institution. Candidates can expect a dynamic environment that rewards impact, innovation and leadership.

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