Chief Information Officer - Tygervalley at Sanlam Group

What will you do?

We are looking for an experienced and visionary Chief Information Officer (CIO) to join our leadership team and lead our IT department. As a CIO, you will be in charge of developing and implementing the IT strategy and infrastructure that aligns with our business objectives and operating model. You will also manage the IT budget, staff, and vendors, and ensure the security, reliability, and performance of our IT systems and services.

What will be your key responsibilities?

Define and execute the IT vision, strategy, and roadmap for Sanlam Financial Markets taking into account the longer term needs of key stakeholders including Group Risk, Group Balance Sheet Management including:

• A data management strategy;
• Tools to support and enable data analytics and reporting;
• System architecture to enable and support the above;
• Oversee the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of IT systems and platforms, such as networks, servers, databases, applications, and security systems in order to meet the needs of the business and its key stakeholders
• Manage the IT budget, resources, and contracts, and optimize the IT costs and value Lead, mentor, and evaluate the IT staff, and foster a collaborative and productive IT culture
• Establish and enforce IT policies, standards, and best practices, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and laws
• Monitor and evaluate the IT performance, quality, and risks, and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Communicate and collaborate with other senior executives, stakeholders, and external partners on IT-related matters
• Research and identify new IT opportunities and solutions that can enhance the organization’s competitive advantage and customer satisfaction
• Experience and Knowledge

To be successful as the CIO, you should have

• A solid background in IT management and development,
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong business acumen,and strategic mindset.
• Be able to keep up with the latest IT trends and innovations.
• Extensive knowledge of IT systems (Murex knowledge will be a key advantage), infrastructure, and technologies in support of Murex and Data Management and Reporting solution, and these integration with business processes and functions;
• Experience in managing IT projects, budgets, staff, and vendors
• Knowledge of financial products and markets.
• Previous experience working within an investment bank or life insurer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Master’s degree or MBA preferred