Technology Platform Lead (Global Markets Enablement)

Rmb - Rand Merchant Bank; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 90 000 - 130 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services organization in Johannesburg is seeking a Technology Platform Lead to oversee a cross-functional team and manage technology delivery in Global Markets. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in technical management roles, strong leadership skills, and a robust understanding of finance and technology. This role offers opportunities to innovate and collaborate in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for networking

Challenging work environment

Opportunities to innovate

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in management technical roles, preferably in Global Markets.
• 5+ years of people leadership.
• Strong understanding of trade life cycle and asset classes.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-functional team at the forefront of Finance and Risk technology.
• Manage technology delivery and associated budgets.
• Ensure implementation of business transformation plans.

Skills

Management technical roles

Stakeholder management

Software delivery lifecycle

Knowledge of finance and trading

Technical integration tools

Programming (Java, C#, Python)

Agile work methods

Vendor management

Education

Graduate qualification in Computer Science, Accounting, Investments, Engineering or Technology

Postgraduate business degree

Tools

Control-M

Tibco

Informatica

Job description

Technology Platform Lead (Global Markets Enablement)

Global Markets Technology Platform Lead in Enablement is a senior leadership role responsible for a cross-functional team at the forefront of Finance Technology and Risk Technology platform for Global Markets.

The role has accountability for people leadership, technology delivery and management of associated budgets.

This role leads a talented platform team of specialists involved in all stages of the software delivery lifecycle across all asset classes.

Core to the role of the platform leadership is active stakeholder management and the role is part of the Global Markets Technology and Data management committee (ManCo).

This is a great opportunity to join a rewarding Global Markets Technology and Data team based in Sandton, Johannesburg and become an invaluable contributor in designing and implementing industry-leading Finance and Risk technology platforms.

Are You Someone Who Can

Navigate technological shifts, economic realities, regulatory compliance and operational challenges to ensure a seamless yet cost-effective trading experience.

Build and maintain effective relationships with business management and stakeholders.

Ensure implementation of the business transformation plan and creation of an inclusive culture for employees.

Design and deliver customer service solutions, systems and interactions aligned to organizational values and service standards that build the brand.

Draw up a budget aligned to tactical delivery plans to facilitate the provision of adequate financial resources.

Manage team(s) in areas of responsibility in delivery against performance targets and achievement of wider human capital objectives.

Develop tactical strategy and delivery plans in support of functional strategic objectives in partnership with leadership.

Analyse information and reports to identify trends, discrepancies and inconsistencies for decision-making purposes.

Oversee IT Governance, Risk and Compliance.

Be accountable for stability and maintenance of all platforms in the Finance and Risk Domain.

Manage and maintain the monitoring toolsets.

Contribute towards the development and implementation of the business unit's information technology strategy.

Identify, drive and implement ideas, policies, procedures, standards and frameworks to enhance sales and increase profit and manage future-fit practice.

Monitor KPI and metrics affecting the organization's technology assets; engage technical team as needed to meet goals or address issues.

Provide thought leadership within the organization; research and evaluate cutting-edge practices and enabling technologies for internal adoption; assess potential partnerships and acquisitions.

Respond to feedback from stakeholders and use it to make improvements or adjustments to technology.

Select technology suppliers, vendors, and third-party integrations to design the organization's architecture and technology stack.

Establish and nurture effective relationships with collaborators, Finance and Risk technology specialists, product managers, and designers to make appropriate architectural and build vs. buy decisions.

Own all technology and product to external stakeholders, partners, investors and future recruitment.

Qualifications

Minimum qualification : Graduate qualification in Computer Science, Accounting, Investments, Engineering or Technology – combination an advantage.

Postgraduate business degree is an advantage.

All above from a reputable institution.

Experience And Skills

10+ years' experience in a variety of management technical roles managing teams, preferably within a Global Markets environment.

5+ years of people leadership.

Knowledge of the software delivery lifecycle.

Strong software technical background covering architecture, integration, data warehousing, APIs, business analysis, testing and production software management.

Strong understanding of the trade life cycle.

Good knowledge and understanding of finance relating to trading of asset classes and related risk management.

Particularly good experience with proactive technology monitoring and alerting tools.

Understanding of investment banking.

Experience managing vendor relationships and relevant engagement.

Strong understanding of multiple asset classes and banking products and how they are executed.

Good understanding of technical integration tools like Control-M, Tibco, Informatica, reporting tools, market data.

Good understanding of mainstream programming languages such as Java, C#, Python, etc.

Good knowledge of mainstream software databases.

Good understanding of Agile work methods.

Good understanding of project / program management.

Strong stakeholder management skills and networking.

Willingness to coach and mentor others.

Commitment to lifelong learning.

You Will Have Access To

Opportunities to network and collaborate.

Challenging work.

Opportunities to innovate.

We can be a match if you are

Curious & courageous – driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and brave enough to take risks.

Obsessed with mastery – you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to achieve it.

Love putting our clients at the forefront of what you do.

Take note that applications will not be accepted after 07 / 11 / 25.

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan.

The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities.

In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis.

The Bank will keep this information confidential unless required by law to disclose.