It infrastructure, enterprise architecture, cloud platforms
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Absa Bank Limited is seeking a senior executive to lead its Information Technology function within a complex insurance environment. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in IT leadership, digital transformation, and stakeholder engagement, with a strong focus on technology strategy and operations.
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Job Summary
This is a rare and compelling opportunity for a senior technology executive to take ownership of the entire IT function of a large, complex national insurer.
The Executive: Information Technology will have regular exposure to the Board of Directors and be expected to communicate technology strategy clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences at senior levels.
Define, own and execute a multi-year digital transformation roadmap aligned to the Absa Financial Services strategic objectives and customer experience goals.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Absa Bank Limited is seeking a senior executive to lead its Information Technology function within a complex insurance environment. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in IT leadership, digital transformation, and stakeholder engagement, with a strong focus on technology strategy and operations.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Enterprise-wide technology vision
Digital transformation programmes
IT infrastructure, enterprise architecture, cloud platforms
Cybersecurity strategy
Managing substantial IT budgets
Leading large, geographically distributed IT teams
Presenting to and influencing at Board level
Nice-to-have
Strategic thinking and actionable roadmaps
Stakeholder management and executive communication
Collaborative leadership style
High commercial acumen
Resilient, decisive and calm under pressure
Passion for technology-enabled customer outcomes
Key Requirements
Minimum 15 years' progressive experience in senior IT leadership
At least 5 years at an Executive level
Demonstrable track record of delivering large-scale digital transformation
Deep expertise across IT infrastructure, enterprise architecture, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), and cybersecurity
Proven experience managing substantial IT budgets
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field