Company:MercerDescription:We are seeking a talented individual to join our Technology team at Mercer.
This role will be based in Melbourne or Sydney.
This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.As the Head of Investment Technology for the Pacific region, you will be at the forefront of driving technological innovation and supporting the implementation of our global platforms within the local context.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious technology leader ready to take the next step in their career.
In this pivotal role, you will have the opportunity to shape the technology landscape that supports our Investments business goals, ensuring that we remain a leader in the industry.
You will collaborate with senior leadership to translate their vision into actionable strategies, making a significant impact on our growth and success while inspiring and empowering the broader team.We will count on you to:Partner with business leaders, product owners, and domain architects to create and execute a multi-year vision for the portfolio of applications, fostering collaboration and innovationManage the portfolio budget and drive responsible development aligned to enterprise standards, ensuring that resources are used effectively and sustainablyAssess the impact of pricing versus cost structure on technology roadmaps and proactively identify new technologies that can enhance our offeringsProvide a single point of accountability for customisations needed by geography, business line, or department, simplifying processes and reducing complexityCollaborate with business Product Owners to prioritise information security requirements and technical debt reduction, ensuring a secure and efficient technology environmentWork closely with shared service leaders regarding incident escalation and remediation development work, promoting a culture of support and teamworkWhat you need to have:Undergraduate degree in Technology, Business, or related fieldsAt least 10-15 years of relevant and progressive experience, preferably in financial services, investments, insurance, or superannuation/pension fundsBroad IT skills and experience in managing and delivering technology strategy in one or more productsWhat makes you stand out:Technical qualifications such as Togaf, ITIL, Prince2, MSP, or CISSPDemonstrated experience in a senior leadership position partnering with senior business leadersProven experience in managing technology strategy and roadmap planning with related budgetingWhy join our team:We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leadersWe foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communitiesOur scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-beingApplications can be considered from candidates who have the appropriate approval to work in Australia.
Successful applicants will be required to complete a criminal & bankruptcy check prior to commencement of employment.Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman.
With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective.
For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X. Marsh McLennan is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment.
We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office.
All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week.
Office-based teams will identify at least one "anchor day" per week on which their full team will be together in person.
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