Chief Technology Transformation Officer (34985)

Job title: Chief Technology Transformation Officer
Job type: Full-time
Emp type:
Salary type: ZAR/month + Superb Benefits
Location: Sandton
Job published: 21 June 2024
Job ID: 34985

Job Description

Chief Technology Transformation Officer

My client, a leader in the financial services space is seeking an experienced Chief Technology Transformation Officer to lead their technology transformation initiatives across their diverse business units. This role requires a visionary leader with a proven track record in orchestrating large-scale tech transformations, implementing cloud migrations, and executing data strategies that drive business growth and enhance customer experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Technology Transformation Leadership:

    • Orchestrate tech transformation initiatives across multiple autonomous businesses with different client segments.
    • Lead integration projects focusing on Data, CRM, Claims, Customer Experience (CX), and Core Policy Administration.
  2. Cloud Transformation:

    • Implement and oversee cloud transformation and migration strategies (excluding infrastructure) for both front-end and back-end technologies.
    • Manage cloud initiatives across various business segments, including retail, affluent, mass, corporate, and health.
  3. Data Strategy Implementation:

    • Develop and execute a comprehensive data strategy, including Machine Learning (ML), Large Language Models (LLMs), Lakehouse, and Data Fabric.
    • Drive data initiatives across multiple client segments and business units to leverage data for strategic decision-making.
  4. Cross-Business Collaboration:

    • Collaborate with CIOs and other senior leaders across different business units to ensure alignment of technology and data strategies.
    • Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the IT and data teams.
  5. Stakeholder Management:

    • Engage with key stakeholders, including executive leadership, to communicate transformation progress and align initiatives with business goals.
    • Manage relationships with external vendors and partners to ensure successful implementation of technology solutions.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field.
  • Extensive experience (10+ years) in technology leadership roles, with a focus on tech transformation and cloud migration.
  • Proven experience in implementing data strategies, including ML, LLMs, and data lakehouse concepts.
  • Strong understanding of integration, CRM, Claims, CX, and Core Policy Administration.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience working in or with large, global organizations is highly desirable.

Should you meet the required skills please respond to this advert

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