Reference: ITE005794-DAP-1
Our client, a distinguished leader in the financial services industry specializing in motor vehicle products, is looking for a dynamic and experienced General Manager of Software Applications to join their team. In this role, you will lead a significant transformation project focused on software application migration, optimization, and overall management. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this role presents an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to drive technology transformation and contribute to their continued success.
Duties & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Software Application Transition:
- Lead and oversee a major transition in our software applications, ensuring a seamless and efficient migration.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, development, and business units, to ensure a successful transition.
- Develop and execute a detailed transition plan, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
- Vendor Management:
- Manage relationships with software vendors, ensuring they meet service level agreements and deliver quality solutions.
- Evaluate and select software vendors when necessary, based on the company's needs and goals.
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing, in liaison with the Divisional CIO.
- Budget Oversight:
- Develop and manage budgets for software applications, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial goals.
- Monitor expenses, identify cost-saving opportunities, and report on budget performance to senior management.
- Team Leadership:
- Provide leadership and guidance to the software applications team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
- Mentor and develop team members, ensuring their professional growth and alignment with company objectives.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in software applications.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization in software development and management practices.
- Compliance and Security:
- Ensure software applications comply with industry regulations and security standards as required by the Divisional CIO.
- Implement and maintain robust data security measures to protect sensitive information, as required by the Divisional CIO.
- IT Governance, Risk, and Control:
- Enforce IT governance, risk, and control frameworks to ensure the security and reliability of software applications as required by the Divisional CIO.
- Identify and mitigate IT-related risks, including data breaches and system vulnerabilities.
- Compliance and IT Audit Assurance:
- Ensure software applications comply with industry regulations and internal group policies, as required by the Divisional CIO.
- Facilitate IT audits to assess compliance and provide assurance on IT controls and processes.
- Application of Best Practice Standards:
- Implement and uphold industry best practice software development standards internally and ensure vendors adhere to these standards, or as required by the Divisional CIO.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement in software development processes and methodologies.
- Management Reporting:
- Develop and implement management reporting mechanisms, in liaison with the Divisional CIO, to provide key stakeholders with insights into software application performance, progress, and compliance.
- Prepare and deliver regular reports to senior management and relevant teams.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
- 5+ years of experience in software application management, including major system transitions.
- Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering complex technology projects on time and within budget.
- Exceptional leadership abilities, excellent communication skills, and strategic thinking.
- Clear criminal record and alignment with company values.
Benefits:
- In-house Medical Aid
- Retirement Fund
- Discretionary Annual Bonus
If you're ready to embark on an exciting career journey, apply now!
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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