Head of CTO Office

The Head of CIO Office plays a pivotal role within the IT department acting as the strategic and operational backbone of the CIO function. This role leads the CIO Office team in overseeing IT governance managing the departmental budget ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations and coordinating administrative support across all IT functions. The position requires a dynamic leader who combines financial acumen operational excellence and a strong understanding of corporate governance within a highly regulated banking environment.

IT Governance & Strategy

• Drive and maintain IT governance structures in alignment with group-wide standards
• Facilitate regular steering committees and IT governance forums
• Monitor adherence to IT policies procedures and risk frameworks and provide periodic strategic reports to senior management

Budgeting & Financial Control

• Own and manage the full IT budget lifecycle from planning through execution to reporting
• Coordinate financial forecasting and cost optimization efforts
• Liaise with Finance to ensure accurate allocation and tracking of IT expenditures

Administrative Operations

• Oversee vendor and contract management in coordination with Procurement
• Supervise IT procurement and onboarding processes
• Ensure timely and consistent reporting across all administrative functions

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a key interface between IT and other departments (Finance HR Compliance)
• Support the CIO in internal and external communications including board-level presentations
• Align IT objectives with broader bank strategy

Management & Leadership

• Provide day-to-day leadership and direction to the CIO Office team
• Structure team responsibilities set performance objectives and conduct regular evaluations
• Promote a high-performance culture based on trust collaboration and professional growth
• Champion change management efforts and lead internal communications

Qualifications :

• Masters degree in Business Administration Information Technology or equivalent;
• Minimum of 810 years of experience in IT governance budgeting or strategic planning within financial services;
• Proven track record of leadership in managing cross-functional teams;
• Familiarity with Swiss banking regulations and IT compliance frameworks;
• Leadership and people-management abilities with a coach-like approach; 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Analytical and structured approach to problem-solving;
• Fluent French & English;

Additional Information :

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• Family-friendly and dynamic environment;
• Direct impact on the business no matter your position or seniority;
• Work in an environment that encourages autonomy and entrepreneurship;
• Flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a better work-life balance;
• Variety of cultural and sporting activities during your free time;
• Inclusion and equal treatment;
• Various employee benefits & family friendly benefits.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time