Deputy Group Head, IT

CGS INTERNATIONAL SECURITIES SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Singapore is seeking an experienced IT System Development Specialist to assist the IT manager in regional tasks. The candidate will develop IT plans aligned with business objectives, promote the use of Galaxy's overseas IT systems, and ensure effective communication with cross-regional teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in STEM and have at least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the securities sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in computer science, mathematics, physics, etc.
• 5+ years of experience in IT system development.
• Familiarity with securities company business preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the IT manager in regional IT management tasks.
• Provide guidance on Galaxy's overseas IT systems.
• Develop IT plans for subsidiaries.
• Coordinate information security processes.
• Promote the use of Galaxy Overseas Information Technology.
• Ensure smooth project implementation with Galaxy Overseas.
• Report work progress to the parent company.
• Promote exchanges between headquarters and overseas personnel.

Skills

English proficiency

Cross-cultural communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM fields

Job description

About the company

CGS International Securities Pte. Ltd. (CGS International) is an award-winning and market leading integrated financial services provider, ranked among the top securities houses in Asia.

CGS International taps on our wealth of global and ASEAN insights to offer equities trading, leveraged products, wealth management, investment banking, equities research, Shariah‑compliant financing, fixed income, currency and commodities, structured products and prime brokerage services in over 15 countries and regions.

Along with its parent organisation China Galaxy Securities, a leading securities house in China, CGS International is trusted by more than 15 million customers globally.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the IT manager in completing regional IT management‑related tasks, including but not limited to:
• Provide expert guidance on the selection and use of Galaxy's overseas IT systems.
• Assist in developing IT plans for subsidiaries to ensure alignment with the parent company's strategy and business objectives.
• Coordinate information security and IT internal control processes of subsidiaries to meet internal and external audit requirements.
• In line with business development needs and the parent company's technological advantages, gradually promote the use of Galaxy Overseas Information Technology to empower various tasks.
• Coordinate with Galaxy Overseas, the parent company's IT department, and business departments to ensure the smooth implementation of the project.
• Report work progress and major matters related to the construction of Galaxy's overseas IT system to the parent company regularly / irregularly.
• Promote exchanges between headquarters and Galaxy's overseas technical personnel.

Job Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree or above in STEM fields such as computer science, mathematics, physics, etc.
2. 5 or more years of experience in IT system development, familiar with securities company business, and experience in overseas information system development is preferred.
3. Possesses strong English skills and cross-cultural communication abilities, and is able to effectively collaborate with teams from different regions.