Chief Technology Officer

OverviewA leading financial services firm is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to define and execute the technology strategy across trading, investment, risk, operations, and corporate platforms. Reporting to the CEO and Executive Committee, the CTO will lead a team of approximately 100 engineers, infrastructure specialists, cyber security professionals, and data experts.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn the firm's technology vision, roadmap, and investment strategy.Lead engineering, infrastructure, cloud, cyber security, data, and enterprise architecture functions.Partner with investment, trading, and risk teams to deliver technology that supports business growth and performance.Drive cloud transformation, automation, AI initiatives, and operational resilience.Ensure robust cyber security, disaster recovery, and regulatory compliance frameworks.Manage key technology vendors, budgets, and strategic partnerships.Technology EnvironmentMicrosoft Azure, AWSMicrosoft 365, Entra IDKubernetes, Docker, TerraformPython, C#, .NET, JavaSQL Server, PostgreSQL, SnowflakePower BI, DatabricksSplunk, Microsoft SentinelPalo Alto, CrowdStrikeGitHub, Azure DevOpsRequirementsProven CTO, Technology Director, or Head of Technology experience within hedge funds, asset management, banking, or capital markets.Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, cyber security, software engineering, and data platforms.Experience leading large-scale technology transformation programmes.Track record managing technology organisations of 75-150+ people.Strong executive stakeholder management skills and commercial acumen.PackageCompetitive executive salary, annual bonus, LTIP, private healthcare, pension, and flexible working.Ideal Background: Hedge Fund, Asset Management, Investment Banking, Electronic Trading, Quantitative Trading, Wealth Management, or FinTech.