Shape the future of Saab IT - Head of group IT organisational support

Saab AB; Sweden; Remote; SEK 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Saab AB in Sweden is seeking a Head of Group IT Organisational Support to lead the internal organisational support function, uniting shared capabilities, structures and ways of working to meet Group IT needs and drive improvements.

As a member of the CIO Office management team, you will collaborate with IT leaders and relevant business stakeholders to identify shared needs, agree priorities and translate them into coordinated improvements across Group IT.

Qualifications

• Academic degree in a relevant field, or equivalent experience
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and developing people with diverse specialist expertise
• Proven experience translating organisational needs into prioritised initiatives and delivering measurable improvements
• Experience developing shared support functions or common ways of working in a large, complex organisation
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build alignment and drive change across organisational boundaries
• Experience from the defence industry is considered an advantage
• Fluency in both Swedish and English, both written and spoken

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and engage a multidisciplinary team providing shared organisational support across Group IT
• Set direction and priorities for the area to ensure that organisational support meets the needs of Group IT, following up outcomes and driving continuous improvement
• Drive the development and adoption of common structures and ways of working that enable effective collaboration and delivery across Group IT
• Identify organisational improvement needs with IT leaders and drive agreed initiatives from prioritisation through implementation and follow-up
• Coordinate Group IT-wide learning and upskilling initiatives to strengthen shared capabilities and address common development needs
• Lead and develop the personnel and physical security functions supporting Group IT
• Lead and develop shared capabilities for areas such as internal communication, location coordination and resource management

Job description

Shape the future of Saab IT - Head of group IT organisational support

Take on a leadership role at the heart of Saab's digital transformation. As Head of Group IT Organisational Support within the CIO Office, you will lead the shared capabilities and organisational improvements that help Group IT collaborate, develop and deliver effectively. Join Saab on an exciting journey of growth and transformation, helping to position the organisation for future success in an increasingly digital and globally connected world.

Your role

As Head of Group IT Organisational Support, you will lead Group IT’s internal organisational support function, bringing together shared capabilities, common structures and ways of working. Your responsibility is to develop the team and its services to meet Group IT’s needs and drive improvements that strengthen organisational effectiveness.

As a member of the CIO Office management team, you will work closely with IT leaders and relevant business stakeholders to identify shared needs, agree priorities and translate them into coordinated improvements across Group IT. The role involves some travel to meet teams and stakeholders.

In this role, you will

• Lead, develop and engage a multidisciplinary team providing shared organisational support across Group IT
• Set direction and priorities for the area to ensure that organisational support meets the needs of Group IT, following up outcomes and driving continuous improvement
• Drive the development and adoption of common structures and ways of working that enable effective collaboration and delivery across Group IT
• Identify organisational improvement needs with IT leaders and drive agreed initiatives from prioritisation through implementation and follow-up
• Coordinate Group IT-wide learning and upskilling initiatives to strengthen shared capabilities and address common development needs
• Lead and develop the personnel and physical security functions supporting Group IT
• Lead and develop shared capabilities for areas such as internal communication, location coordination and resource management

While the preferred locations are listed above, alternative locations may be possible

Your profile

We are looking for an experienced people leader with strong business understanding and organisational development expertise, who can translate strategic priorities and shared needs into practical improvements.

You create clarity and engagement in multidisciplinary teams and work effectively across organisational boundaries. You can balance different stakeholder needs, establish clear priorities and follow through on change to achieve lasting improvements.

Key qualifications and experience

• Academic degree in a relevant field, or equivalent experience
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and developing people with diverse specialist expertise
• Proven experience translating organisational needs into prioritised initiatives and delivering measurable improvements
• Experience developing shared support functions or common ways of working in a large, complex organisation
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build alignment and drive change across organisational boundaries
• Experience from the defence industry is considered an advantage
• Fluency in both Swedish and English, both written and spoken

We recognise that experience and skills can be gained in different ways. If you do not meet every qualification listed but believe you have the capabilities to succeed in the role, we encourage you to apply.

This position requires that you pass a security vetting based on the current regulations around security protection. For positions requiring security clearance, additional obligations regarding citizenship may apply.

What you will be part of

Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 30,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defense capability of several nations. Read more about us here

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.