Finance Tech Lead: AI & Digital Transformation Leader

SSE

Glasgow

Hybrid

GBP 90,000 - 110,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare
Gym discounts
Online GP
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Family leave

Job summary

SSE is seeking an experienced Finance Technology Lead to shape the future of Finance through AI and digital innovation. This high‑impact role combines strategic vision with hands‑on delivery, partnering across Finance, Technology and the wider business to deliver a technology roadmap that strengthens controls and improves decision‑making.

You will lead transformative initiatives from concept to delivery, foster collaboration across teams, and ensure every solution is delivered safely,

Qualifications

  • Proven track record leading finance technology transformation programmes.
  • Experience operating at the intersection of finance, technology and business change.
  • Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive organisational adoption of new tech.

Responsibilities

  • Shape and lead the development and delivery of Finance's AI & technology strategy, creating a clear roadmap that supports business objectives and delivers measurable value.
  • Champion and enable AI and intelligent automation to simplify processes and improve insight across Finance.
  • Build trusted partnerships across Finance, Technology and business teams to shape solutions and deliver change.
  • Lead a portfolio of digital transformation initiatives from concept to implementation with strong governance and benefits realisation.
  • Foster a culture of learning, coaching teams to adopt new technologies safely and compliantly.

Skills

Finance tech leadership
AI & automation
Stakeholder management
Strategic thinking

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

SSE is seeking an experienced Finance Technology Lead to shape the future of Finance through AI and digital innovation. This high‑impact role combines strategic vision with hands‑on delivery, partnering across Finance, Technology and the wider business to deliver a technology roadmap that strengthens controls and improves decision‑making.

You will lead transformative initiatives from concept to delivery, foster collaboration across teams, and ensure every solution is delivered safely,

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