Head of IT Solutions @ICS

at  ABN AMRO

AT A GLANCE

Do you have a proven track record within IT Development and Delivery? Can you bring strategy to execution? Are you able to play a key role in the (IT) Transformation we’re going through? Are you looking to work together with an enthusiastic team of professionals to make ICS a better organization? Are you able to create a culture that includes knowledge sharing, development and working towards achieving results? Can you bring the senior expertise which is needed to tackle the complexity of the stakeholder field and rapidly changing law and regulations? Then you must be the Head of IT Solutions we are looking for!

IDEAL EXPERIENCE

• 10-15 years of experience as (Senior) IT manager
• A proven track record within IT Development and Delivery
• Experience with managing a complex composition of stakeholders
• Experience with managing teams and managing managers
• Extensive experience in large IT Transformations
• Completed University degree in Computer Science (MSc) or a like
• Experience with managing Supplier

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE

• Technical knowledge related to software development & maintenance, solution delivery experience
• Agile/Scrum/DevOps knowledge, coaching, good IT architecture understanding
• Proficient in channels and domain/backend technologies, backend APIs, cloud platforms, solution driven approach, CI/CD and testing
• Knowledge of Payments and/or Financial Services Industry

• Developing and communicating a strategic vision for the IT Solutions department, aligning with overall business objectives
• Leading the creation and implementation of IT strategies, ensuring they support the organization’s growth and digital transformation goals
• Collaboration with other departments to integrate IT Solutions as per ICS strategy
• Staying up to date of emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential impact on IT Solutions
• Building and leading high-performing teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement
• Mentoring and developing team members, identifying opportunities for skill enhancement and career growth
• Collaborating with business stakeholders to understand their requirements and ensure that IT meet their needs
• Managing relationships with external vendors and technology partners
• Evaluating and selecting vendors based on their ability to provide technology solutions that meet our requirements
• Negotiating contracts, service level agreements, and other vendor-related agreements
• Managing the IT Solutions budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources, tools and technologies to meet operational needs
• Delivery of the IT Renewal Roadmap, together with the other relevant stakeholder