Head of IT Development

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 145,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of IT Development to lead their Front Office Trading Development team. This pivotal role requires extensive experience in developing Front Office Trading systems, particularly in Derivatives. You will be responsible for deploying cutting-edge technology, managing a talented team of developers, and interacting with key stakeholders. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of IT Development in a global Investment Bank, offering a competitive salary, strong discretionary bonuses, and outstanding benefits. If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for technology and trading, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Strong discretionary bonus

Exceptional benefits

Opportunity to lead in Front Office IT Development

Qualifications

• Extensive development experience in Front Office Trading systems, especially Derivatives.
• Strong leadership and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and deliver Front Office Technology and systems for Derivatives.
• Manage a development team of 10+ developers.

Skills

.Net Core

C#

Python

C++

Java

Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

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Head of IT Development, London (City of London)

Client:

Harrington Starr

Location:

London (City of London), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

13.04.2025

Expiry Date:

28.05.2025

Job Description:

Harrington Starr has partnered with an Investment Bank in the City of London who are seeking to hire a Head of IT Derivatives Development to join their Front Office Trading Development and Technology team.

Successful candidates will have extensive development experience with Front Office Trading systems - specifically Derivatives, and a deep and broad understanding of various technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for successfully deploying and delivering Front Office Technology, applications and systems - Derivatives.
• Essential interaction with key stakeholders both internal and external.
• Responsible for road mapping and building future Front Office technology.
• People management of a Front Office development team, consisting of 10+ developers.

Key Requirements:

• Extensive development experience across a range of technologies: .Net Core, C#, Python, C++, Java.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field of study.
• Strong commercial experience developing in a Front Office Trading environment (Derivatives).
• Leadership, both people and technically focused.
• Excellent communication across all levels of an organisation.
• Basic salary up to £145,000.
• Strong discretionary bonus.
• Exceptional benefits.
• Opportunity to be at the forefront of Front Office IT Development with a global Investment Bank.