[ref. n54350016] London - Chief Technology Officer (Fintech - Part-Time Temporary)

• £ NEGOTIABLE
• Ongoing Temporary Role
• Part Time: 2-3 days a week

This role is an ongoing temporary position with part-time hours of circa 2-3 days a week.

Duties of the Chief Technology Officer to include:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive technology strategy aligned with the company’s business objectives.
• Service Provider Management: Oversee and manage relationships with external technology service providers, ensuring optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.
• IT Roadmap Development & Execution: Create and manage the IT roadmap, prioritising projects to support business growth and technological advancement.
• Cybersecurity & Compliance: Implement and maintain a robust cybersecurity framework, including risk assessments, vulnerability management, and incident response. Lead and manage all cybersecurity audits and compliance initiatives (e.g., PCI DSS, GDPR).
• Infrastructure Management: Ensure the stability, reliability, and scalability of the company’s IT infrastructure.
• Data Management: Oversee data governance, data security, and data analytics initiatives.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the technology team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Budget Management: Manage the technology budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
• Due Diligence: Perform technical due diligence on potential partnerships and acquisitions.

Requirements for the successful Chief Technology Officer:

• Proven experience as a CTO or senior technology leader within the fintech or financial services industry.
• Extensive experience in managing complex IT infrastructure and service provider relationships.
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices, including experience with audits and compliance regulations (e.g., PCI DSS, GDPR).
• Strong track record of developing and executing successful IT roadmaps.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

This vacancy is being advertised by Montpellier Resourcing Associates Limited. The services advertised by Montpellier Resourcing Associates Limited are those of an Employment Agency.