Chief Technology Officer at a Leading Financial Services Provider - First Excelsia Professional Services Limited

First Excelsia Professional Services Limited - Our client, a leading Financial Services provider, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Technology Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Sector: Financial Services

Job Summary

• Our client is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead its technology vision and strategy in alignment with the overall business objectives. 
• The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in driving technological innovation, shaping the company's digital roadmap, and ensuring the successful implementation of technology initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive IT strategy that aligns with the company’s business goals and growth plans in the fintech space.
• Shape the digital roadmap to ensure the successful implementation of technology initiatives, enabling business scalability and enhancing operational efficiency.
• Oversee the technical operations of the company, including systems architecture, software development, network infrastructure, cloud services, and data security.
• Provide leadership and strategic direction to cross-functional teams, including the Engineering Team, Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Quality Assurance & Governance, Enterprise Applications & Database Support, and AI/Data Science team.
• Lead the implementation of robust data security practices and policies, ensuring compliance with fintech regulations and best practices.
• Manage the development, maintenance, and scaling of cloud infrastructure and network systems to ensure the delivery of reliable, secure, and scalable technology solutions.
• Manage risk assessment processes to identify potential vulnerabilities in IT systems and mitigate threats before they impact the business.
• Collaborate closely with other senior leaders, particularly the CEO, to ensure that technology initiatives are aligned with overall business strategies and operational goals.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the Managing Director and other key stakeholders regarding the progress of technology projects and overall IT performance.

Person Specification

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree or equivalent certifications (e.g., CISSP, PMP, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are an advantage.
• Minimum of 12 years of leadership experience in technology roles, with at least 5 years in a senior technology position within the fintech or financial services industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in systems architecture, cloud infrastructure management, network security, software development, and data analytics in a high-growth environment.
• Proven ability to manage and lead large technology teams across multiple disciplines (engineering, infrastructure, AI/data science, and IT governance).
• Extensive experience in budgeting, financial forecasting, and managing large-scale technology investments.
• Strong understanding of financial services industry regulations and the unique security challenges of financial services.
• Deep understanding of cloud architecture (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), infrastructure scaling, network systems, and cybersecurity frameworks.
• Expertise in leveraging data analytics, AI, and machine learning technologies to enhance fintech product offerings and drive operational efficiencies.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards for data privacy, cybersecurity, and compliance in financial services.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments, influence stakeholders, and present complex technical information to non-technical audiences.

Salary
N93,200,000 Annually (Gross).

Application Closing Date
24th February, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: talentsearch@firstexcelsia.com using "CTO" as the subject of the mail.