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We are looking for a dynamic Sector Lead to join the IT Application Management CH department in Zurich. In this role, you will be responsible for shaping and extending the platform provisioning and line management of 3 teams that deliver IT services utilizing both self-developed applications (.Net and Java) and global platforms. You will work closely with business and IT stakeholders to provide sustainable solutions and fulfil mandated and strategic goals.
YOUR CHALLENGE
* Actively promote the core values and purpose of Julius Baer to ensure appropriate, ethical and compliant behaviour and act as a role model with integrity, respect, accountability, empathy, and resilience
* Contribute to the strategy of the IT Division in all its building and ensure alignment with the bank's and division's strategic direction. This concerns especially the active driving of global Technology Platform alignment and ensuring that your teams are running global standard platforms with dedicated owners
* Leading 3 teams that ensure the Provisioning of Global Platforms to various banking domains: RPA (Robotics), Business Process Management, Content Management, Business Rules. The teams also deliver and operate applications running on these platforms
* Ensure a solid workforce and succession planning for key positions. Oversee the hiring and approval process for key management positions and senior specialists within your sector
* Vendor and License Management, Platform Strategy, Guidelines and Guardrails. Define and continuously improve Target Operating Models for platforms and change/support teams
* Stakeholder Management in close alignment with Business, Domain Responsible, IT Architecture, and from offices in Switzerland, Europe and APAC
* Budgeting and cost management of Operations (Run the Bank) and Competence Centre. Leverage near-shoring opportunities and drive for cost-efficiency
* Delivery Ownership for projects and small IT orders that are staffed with people from own sector Oversee effective risk management and resolution of architecture or governance exceptions
* Avoiding and tracking of architectural debts, risk mitigation measures, vulnerabilities, PenTest findings and other exceptions
* Focus on achieving the best outcome for our internal clients, stakeholders and the Bank
YOUR PROFILE
* Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Engineering or a related field
* Demonstrated ability to lead leaders within the IT domain, effective leadership to employees including performance management and people development, and fostering leadership talent
* A visionary mind-set to shape and implement strategic initiatives aligned to the organizational goals
* Strongly decisive and result-oriented person
* Strong analytical and conceptual skills
* Excellent presentation and communication skills (German and English), fostering collaboration across teams and departments
* Effective and efficient working style in fast-paced and dynamic workplace
* Ability to work in an agile manner and adapt to new situation, ability to motivate others and to work across teams and cultures
* Several years of relevant professional and leadership experience and market recognition
* Any executive-level certifications or training in leadership, IT governance and strategic management
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