Head of Delivery - Investment Bank

Our client is a leading, full-service investment bank and securities firm with a strong presence across Asia and global markets. They are known for their deep expertise in cash equities, corporate finance, and wealth management, backed by a robust and innovative technology organization. It is seeking a single, highly experienced technology delivery leader to take on a dual-focus leadership role. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional to lead two critical delivery functions: MOBO (Mobile & Online) Applications: Technically leading a team focused on high-throughput, real-time trading and client-facing applications. Business Process & Core Corporate IT: Managing the delivery of strategic projects in Business Process Management (BPM) and core corporate systems. This role is a perfect fit for a hands-on leader who can seamlessly switch between deep technical mentorship, strategic project delivery, and senior stakeholder engagement. You will be responsible for driving technical excellence, transforming teams towards a DevOps model, and ensuring the successful delivery of projects that are critical to the firm's operations and client experience. Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership & Team Management

• Technically lead and mentor the MOBO applications team on all software development topics, from analysis to production capacity planning.
• Perform hands-on development, testing, and support on critical or time-sensitive tasks.
• Promote a culture of Test-Driven Development (TDD) and testing automation.
• Constantly update the team on best practices for development and support, and lead the transformation into a true DevOps model.
• Lead and manage a project delivery team for Business Process and Core Corporate IT initiatives. Strategic Delivery & Stakeholder Engagement
• Manage the end-to-end delivery of projects through the entire SDLC, from initiation to production implementation.
• Build strong partnerships with business groups to proactively identify requirements and strengthen visibility into their business plans.
• Collaborate closely with headquarters to understand and execute enterprise-level system design and integration programs.
• Provide high-quality, concise, and timely project status communications to senior stakeholders.
• Ensure all developments (in-house or vendor) follow firm standards and align with the target architecture. Innovation & Best Practices
• Proactively identify and pre-empt client needs by staying abreast of market practices and consulting with various internal and external partners.
• Contribute ideas for improving systems, processes, and data management.
• Be willing to learn and assess new technologies (e.g., new programming languages, deployment models) and determine how they can benefit the team or the firm. Key Requirements:
• Experience: 15+ years of experience in an Investment Banking environment, with at least 10 years in Business Process Management (BPM) and team management.
• Technical Expertise (MUST HAVE):
• Proven expertise in building high-throughput, real-time systems.
• Deep hands-on knowledge of Java, Spring, Docker, SQL, Linux, and Scripting.
• Strong experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Git, Bamboo, Jenkins).
• Delivery & Domain Expertise:
• Strong Software Delivery Management skills, with experience creating and tracking project plans across global teams.
• Hands-on experience with BPM systems and website content management systems.
• Good overall business knowledge of Investment Bank businesses (a strong desire to learn Cash Equities workflows is essential).
• Leadership & Communication:
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical issues into business impact for non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor junior team members.
• A strong team player capable of working under pressure, managing tight deadlines, and multi-tasking in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong sense of personal responsibility and disciplined attention to detail.
• Education: Computer Science or equivalent degree. Bachelor's degree or above in IT/Computer Science or a related field is required.
• Languages: Multilingual capability is a must, including English and Mandarin. Proficiency in Mandarin is highly preferable. To apply, please send your CV in word document to peter@endeavourasia.com or call 3152-3898 for a confidential discussion.