Job Title

EVP, Group Head of Information Technology

Department

Information Technology

Report to

BOD

Level and Grade

JOB PURPOSE

quality of IT and telecommunications services in a proactive and constant manner through

qualified and competent staff. Will be a visionary, thought leader, and technology evangelist who drives innovation, fosters a culture of excellence, and enhances our competitive edge. Will provide proven, fit-for-purpose IT solutions to meet the Company\xe2\x80\x99s business needs.

JOB SUPERVISORY SCOPE

Direct Reporting

Indirect Reporting

NONE

NONE

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Technology Strategy and Innovation:

• Develop a forward-looking tech strategy aligned with company goals.
• Drive technological innovation to maintain a competitive edge.

• Strategic Planning and Alignment:

• Align tech initiatives with financial and strategic objectives.
• Prioritize projects for maximum business impact.

• Product Development:

• Lead innovative financial product development.
• Collaborate for cutting-edge financial solutions.
• Refine products to meet client needs.

• Customer Management:

• Oversee relationships and personalized service.
• Optimize customer experiences with technology.

• Vendor and Partner Management:

• Manage vendor partnerships and contracts.
• Drive cost-efficiency and performance.

• Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations.
• Adapt strategies to evolving regulations.

• Digital Transformation and Automation:

• Drive digital transformation and automation.
• Implement innovative solutions for efficiency.

• Cybersecurity and Data Protection:

• Establish cybersecurity to protect sensitive data.
• Ensure compliance with security standards.

• Cross-Department Collaboration:

• Collaborate to optimize software and data tools.
• Streamline departmental processes with technology.

• Leadership and Team Management:

• Provide visionary tech leadership.
• Foster innovation and manage a dynamic team.

• Automated Trading and Robo-Advisory:

• Collaborate for automated trading and trading systems.
• Optimize strategies and tech with related departments.

• IT Operations Management:

• Oversee IT operations for uninterrupted business.
• Manage infrastructure, support, and network services.

QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE

Mandatory: Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in IT,

Computer Engineering

Desirable: Master\xe2\x80\x99s Degree with IT related

certifications (MCSE etc).

Over 10 years of experience, and a minimum of 05 years in a similar capacity as a Group Chief Technology Officer in a Financial Institution in the GCC.

Experience with Trade Soft software is a plus.

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS

Functional * Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to lead and inspire teams of 30+ professionals.

• Strategic thinking and the capacity to align technology initiatives with the organization\'s financial and strategic goals.
• Innovative thinking and a forward-looking approach to technology and digital transformation.
• In-depth knowledge of financial products, market data, trading systems, and regulatory requirements within the investment banking and equities sector.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Proficient in written and spoken English with strong communication skills, enabling effective interaction with diverse cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Arabic language is preferred.

Behavioral

• Leadership skills
• Integrity
• Teamwork
• Initiative
• Interpersonal skills
• Flexible

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