Vice President (m/w/d) - IT Governance

A leading financial institution in Frankfurt am Main is looking for a Vice President (m/w/d) - IT Governance to join their regional Office of the CIO. In this key role, you will drive governance, planning, and management processes across a growing Technology function, ensuring transparency and alignment. Support senior leadership with structured reporting and effective frameworks while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement. This is your chance to make an impact with supportive leadership and excellent training opportunities.

Responsibilities & Tasks:

• Ensure effective governance, planning, and management of the Technology function, aligning activities with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate technology business management activities, including budget control, portfolio oversight, regulatory support, and Board-level reporting.
• Develop and maintain IT governance frameworks, policies, procedures, and control standards to ensure compliance across operations.
• Monitor and report on IT governance metrics and KPIs, providing clear insights on performance, risks, and controls for senior stakeholders.
• Support audits and regulatory reviews by preparing timely responses related to Technology governance and controls.
• Manage executive and Board-level reporting with accurate and consistent submissions.
• Assist with financial management tasks such as budget planning, forecasting, tracking, and variance analysis.
• Act as a liaison between Technology teams and other business functions (Finance, Risk, Compliance) to foster collaboration.
• Track and report on Technology initiatives at the portfolio level to support informed decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement in governance, reporting, and planning processes within the Technology function.

Your Expertise:

• Degree in Finance Business Administration Information Systems or equivalent professional experience demonstrating commitment to learning.
• Strong understanding of IT governance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, ISO, IEC 38500; relevant certifications like CGEIT, ITIL, COBIT, PMP are advantageous for demonstrating specialised knowledge.
• Proven experience in IT governance technology planning or technology business management within an IT function showing your dependability in complex environments.
• Excellent financial planning analysis skills including proficiency with Microsoft Excel plus experience supporting budget planning forecasting cost tracking which highlights your attention to detail.
• Knowledge of IT project portfolio management concepts cost allocation chargeback models enabling you to share insights across teams.
• Familiarity with banking regulations compliance environments (EBA ECB GDPR); experience within banking or financial services is considered beneficial for understanding industry nuances.
• Ability to interpret financial management information translate it into clear insightful reporting tailored for senior executive audiences reflecting your interpersonal communication strengths.
• Strong organisational skills attention to detail ability to manage multiple priorities across governance reporting planning activities showcasing your reliability.
• Excellent written verbal communication skills allowing you to connect effectively with Technology Finance Risk other business stakeholders promoting collaborative outcomes.

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements, generous pension contributions, and ongoing training opportunities to help you grow professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• You will be part of an inclusive team that values collaborative approaches and supports your development through supportive leadership and access to knowledge-sharing networks.

What is next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career by joining a collaborative team dedicated to excellence in IT governance apply now!