Executive: Information Technology - Aic

Absa

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Digital transformation leadership
Enterprise architecture
Cloud platforms (aws/azure/gcp)
** Absa is seeking a senior technology executive to lead its IT function within a large national insurance organization, focusing on digital transformation, IT infrastructure, and cybersecurity. The ideal candidate will possess extensive IT leadership experience, particularly in regulated financial services, and will be responsible for shaping the company's technology strategy while ensuring operational efficiency and compliance. **

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.
  • Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing IT organisation of 100+ professionals, spanning engineering, operations, architecture and data.

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** Absa is seeking a senior technology executive to lead its IT function within a large national insurance organization, focusing on digital transformation, IT infrastructure, and cybersecurity. The ideal candidate will possess extensive IT leadership experience, particularly in regulated financial services, and will be responsible for shaping the company's technology strategy while ensuring operational efficiency and compliance. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • digital transformation leadership
  • enterprise architecture
  • cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
  • cybersecurity strategy
  • large IT teams management
  • IT budget management

Nice-to-have

  • strategic thinking and roadmaps
  • stakeholder management
  • collaborative leadership style
  • commercial acumen
  • resilient and decisive
  • technology ROI understanding

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 15 years' progressive experience in senior IT leadership
  • at least 5 years at an Executive level
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field
  • Master's degree preferred
  • Experience presenting to and influencing at Board level

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