Position Overview

The Chief of Staff (CoS) to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is a pivotal role responsible for driving the vision of the CTO, ensuring alignment across teams, and managing day-to-day activities to prevent bottlenecks. The CoS will play a key role in executing the technology strategy, fostering collaboration, and maintaining organizational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Support:
• Assist the CTO in developing and executing the technology strategy.
• Ensure the strategy and roadmap are well-documented, accessible, and actionable.
• Gather feedback from stakeholders to refine the strategy.
• Act as a trusted delegate for the CTO, empowered to make strategic decisions.
2. Operational Leadership:
• Manage the technology budget, aligning it with the company’s strategic goals.
• Oversee vendor management, ensuring compliance with security standards.
• Prioritize and allocate resources across projects to ensure successful execution.
3. Team Coordination:
• Align various teams and departments, driving consensus and ensuring common objectives.
• Facilitate communication between the CTO and other stakeholders.
• Monitor and adjust project priorities based on changing business needs.
4. Project Management:
• Oversee major projects, ensuring they stay on track and meet deadlines.
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Lead cross-stream projects and programs, ensuring seamless integration.
5. Communication and Liaison:
• Act as a bridge between the CTO and other stakeholders, ensuring clear communication.
• Represent the CTO’s perspective and priorities across the organization.
• Draft and refine documents that articulate the technology strategy and roadmap.

Key Competencies

• Leadership: Ability to motivate and inspire teams, driving initiatives forward.
• Strategic Thinking: Capacity to align technology strategy with business goals.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Project Management: Strong skills in managing large-scale projects.
• Organizational Skills: Highly organized, capable of managing multiple tasks.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data and inform decision-making.
• Adaptability: Ability to handle changing circumstances effectively.
• Confidentiality: Experience with high-profile projects, maintaining discretion.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Experience: 8-10 years in IT-related positions, with at least 5 years in management.
• Skills: Leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Financial Services Background: Proven experience in financial services. Knowledge of asset-backed finance is a plus.

Base Salary Range

$200,000-$300,000