Head of Development and Support

ASSA ABLOY AB; Halmstads kommun; Hybrid; SEK 1,400,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid work

Career development

Competitive salary

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

ASSA ABLOY AB in Sweden seeks an experienced Head of Development and Support to lead development and delivery of customer-centric solutions, aligning global platforms with local market needs and driving growth.

You will work with commercial teams, product management, and global stakeholders to strengthen market position, enhance the customer experience, and lead transformation across Development, Software Design, and Solution Development in an international matrix.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within solution development, product management, commercial development, or related functions, with the ability to inspire teams, drive performance, and lead through change.
• A track record of driving growth and innovation, including developing customer-centric value propositions, bringing solutions to market, and creating measurable business impact.
• Experience from technology-driven environments, preferably within access solutions, IoT, connected care, or similar industries, including the development of cloud-based platforms, products, or services.
• Demonstrated success in leading transformation and organizational development, building capabilities, driving continuous improvement, and navigating complex change initiatives.
• Strong strategic, analytical, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in an international matrix organization, build lasting relationships, and communicate clearly in English (Swedish is considered an advantage).

Responsibilities

• Drive the solution strategy and growth agenda, turning business needs into market-relevant offerings that create customer value and support sustainable growth.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities to strengthen revenue growth, market position, and customer value propositions.
• Lead, develop, and transform the Development, Software Design, and Solution Development.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement across development, focusing on quality, efficiency, scalability, and customer experience.
• Establish clear goals, governance, and KPIs while fostering a customer-focused, collaborative, and high-performing culture.

Skills

Leadership experience within solution/

Growth & innovation

Cloud-based platforms / IoT

Strategic, analytical, collaboration

English proficiency

Job description

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for innovation, business growth, and customer‑focused solutions? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Join ASSA ABLOY in Sweden as our Head of Development and Support. You will be part of a collaborative culture that empowers you to build a career you can be proud of.

What you would do as our Head of Development and Support

You will lead the development and delivery of customer‑centric solutions that drive business growth and create value for our customers. You will be responsible for aligning global platforms with local market needs, while leading the Development and Support organization to deliver innovation, service excellence, and continuous improvement.

Working closely with commercial teams, product management, and global stakeholders, you will strengthen our market position, enhance the customer experience, and support the growth of our access control and connected care solutions.

This role reports to the Head of Business Unit Senior Care Nordics.

Key responsibilities

• Drive the solution strategy and growth agenda, turning business needs into market‑relevant offerings that create customer value and support sustainable growth.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities to strengthen revenue growth, market position, and customer value propositions.
• Lead, develop, and transform the Development, Software Design, and Solution Development.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement across development, focusing on quality, efficiency, scalability, and customer experience.
• Establish clear goals, governance, and KPIs while fostering a customer‑focused, collaborative, and high‑performing culture.

The skills and experience you need

• Proven leadership experience within solution development, product management, commercial development, or related functions, with the ability to inspire teams, drive performance, and lead through change.
• A track record of driving growth and innovation, including developing customer‑centric value propositions, bringing solutions to market, and creating measurable business impact.
• Experience from technology‑driven environments, preferably within access solutions, IoT, connected care, or similar industries, including the development of cloud‑based platforms, products, or services.
• Demonstrated success in leading transformation and organizational development, building capabilities, driving continuous improvement, and navigating complex change initiatives.
• Strong strategic, analytical, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in an international matrix organization, build lasting relationships, and communicate clearly in English (Swedish is considered an advantage).

What we offer

• A key leadership role in a global, market‑leading organisation.
• Learning and career development opportunities, whether it's online learning, management training or enhancing your skills.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in attracting and retaining top talent.
• Flexible and hybrid working model.

We are building diverse, inclusive teams, and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us. Just set up your profile and apply here.

To find out more about us, visit www.assaabloy.com.