Chief Information Technology Officer

Old Mutual; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm in Cape Town is seeking a Chief Information Technology Officer to develop and implement strategic IT initiatives that foster growth and enhance competitive advantage. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in investment and technology, with a strong background in managing large-scale technology projects. This position promotes innovation while ensuring robust governance and compliance. Join a dynamic team committed to delivering impactful solutions.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in investment and technology, including 3+ years in an executive role.
• Proven success in leading large technology projects and teams.
• Experience with financial modeling, workflows, and investment environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an organization-wide IT strategy to support growth.
• Lead enterprise architecture to integrate data pipelines and investment tools.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performance technology team.

Skills

Active Directory

Customer Service

Information Technology

Database

Information Security

Infrastructure

Project Management

SharePoint

Troubleshooting

Technical Support

Education

NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advanced Diploma, or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity, and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

Old Mutual Alternative Investments (OMAI) is one of Africa's leading private alternative investment managers. We have over ZAR 139B in assets under management in Infrastructure, Private Equity, Hybrid Capital, and Impact Funds.

Established in South Africa in 2000, OMAI is one of the first alternative investment managers with a rich history in investing, as a member of the Old Mutual Group with more than 178 years of experience in Africa. OMAI aims to deliver consistent, competitive returns to investors and create a positive long-term impact in the communities and environments we invest in.

We are seeking a strategically grounded Chief Information Technology Officer (CITCO) to develop, implement, and execute an organization-wide IT strategy that supports our growth, optimizes capabilities, and provides a competitive advantage. Responsibilities include digital innovation, modernization, data architecture, and information security, ensuring our investment management oversight and strategic growth are enabled by advanced, scalable systems.

This individual will be a key member of the leadership team, driving innovation and growth by aligning data insights and technology across the business.

Key Result Areas: Strategic Leadership

• Bridge investment and technology functions to support deal structuring and asset management strategies.
• Define and execute a comprehensive technology and information strategy aligned with business goals.
• Partner with the COO and investment leaders to identify opportunities for digital enablement and operational transformation.
• Align the firm's investment operations with emerging technologies, including cloud and analytics platforms.
• Guide the adoption of fintech and data platforms to enhance business capabilities.

Technology Oversight

• Lead enterprise architecture to integrate data pipelines, analytics engines, and investment tools.
• Oversee systems supporting valuation, credit modeling, reporting, and market data.
• Ensure platforms are integrated, optimized, and scalable.
• Lead disaster recovery, business continuity, and security initiatives.
• Manage vendor relationships and external integrations.
• Establish IT policies, procedures, and best practices.

Team & Culture Leadership

• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performance technology team.
• Foster a culture of agility, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Promote innovation while maintaining governance and controls.

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• 15+ years in investment and technology, including 3+ years in an executive role.
• Proven success in leading large technology projects and teams.
• Experience with financial modeling, workflows, and investment environments.

Key Attributes and Competencies

• Deep understanding of financial data engineering and lifecycle management.
• Experience with agile, DevOps, and platform architecture.
• Knowledge of regulatory and governance frameworks.

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
• Global perspective and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Passion for data innovation and technological problem-solving.
• Inspirational leader with excellent communication skills.

Skills & Competencies

Action Planning, Adaptive Thinking, Change Management, Cloud Computing, Data Collection, Negotiation, Oral Communication, Planning, Policies & Procedures, Project Management, Relationship Management, Strategic Planning.

Education

NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advanced Diploma, or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent (Required)

Closing Date: 12 June 2025, 23:59

The appointment will adhere to the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa.

The Old Mutual Story!

Required Experience: Chief

Key Skills: Active Directory, Customer Service, Information Technology, Database, Information Security, Infrastructure, Project Management, SharePoint, Troubleshooting, Hardware, Technical Support

Employment Type: Full-Time

Vacancy: 1