AVP, IT Leadership & Digital Innovation (Hybrid)

EquiTrust; West Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Paid time off

Paid Parental Leave

Hybrid/Remote Work Options

Early Friday Closure

Job summary

EquiTrust is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Information Technology in West Des Moines, IA or Chicago, IL (Mostly Off-Site). This full-time, hybrid role leads strategic IT initiatives, partner engagement, and delivery of enterprise technology solutions.

The role emphasizes developing high-performing teams, aligning IT with business priorities, governance, and risk management within a regulated insurance environment. Strong collaboration with executives is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in Information Technology and enterprise initiatives.
• Experience developing and executing IT strategies aligned with business goals.
• Experience leading software development, infrastructure, or enterprise technology organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and inspire IT teams through coaching and performance management.
• Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute IT strategies that support priorities.
• Direct technology initiatives from planning through implementation, ensuring delivery within scope and budget.
• Drive innovation to improve processes, efficiency, and customer experiences.
• Build partnerships with business leaders to align technology solutions with objectives.
• Oversee IT budgeting, resource planning, and investment decisions.

Skills

Leadership

IT Strategy

Enterprise Initiatives

Agile

Communication with Leaders

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

EquiTrust is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Information Technology in West Des Moines, IA or Chicago, IL (Mostly Off-Site). This full-time, hybrid role leads strategic IT initiatives, partner engagement, and delivery of enterprise technology solutions.

The role emphasizes developing high-performing teams, aligning IT with business priorities, governance, and risk management within a regulated insurance environment. Strong collaboration with executives is essential.