Director of Innovation & Technology

About the Company

Our client is a leading global asset management company that has made substantial investments in its technology infrastructure. The firm is embarking on a transformative growth phase where technology is leveraged as a key driver for superior investment performance, operational excellence, and enhanced client service.

Role Overview

This pivotal role involves steering the technology strategic direction of the firm at a critical stage of its development. The Director will be a visionary leader tasked with modernizing technological platforms, enhancing engineering capabilities, utilizing data more effectively, and nurturing a continuous innovation culture across all teams.

Objectives and Focus Areas

• Revamp and modernize technology platforms and architecture to support advanced capabilities.
• Elevate engineering proficiency with contemporary software development methodologies.
• Develop data and digital platforms that enable superior investment and business decision-making.
• Improve technology systems that underpin portfolio management, research, operational processes, and client interaction.
• Boost scalability, operational resilience, and efficiency across all technology assets.
• Promote a collaborative culture centered on innovation and ongoing progress.
• Assess and integrate cutting-edge technologies such as AI, automation, and advanced analytics when they deliver significant business impact.

Measures of Success

• Establish and implement a coherent technology vision in partnership with the CIO aligned to the firm’s strategic objectives.
• Build and lead a top-tier, high-performing engineering and tech team.
• Implement scalable and modern technology platforms that facilitate sustainable growth.
• Cultivate an innovation-driven environment embracing novel ideas and constant improvements.
• Enhance the strategic use of data and digital assets throughout the organization.
• Ensure that technology investments yield quantifiable commercial and operational benefits.
• Position technology as a reliable and trusted partner for investment and business units.

Why Consider This Role?

This role offers a unique chance to define and execute the technology strategy for a globally respected asset manager. With strong executive backing, robust investment, and a commitment to innovation, the successful candidate will shape a forward-looking technology operation, influence business strategy, and contribute significantly to the firm’s future growth through technological advancement.