At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead technology strategy and mentor talent while driving innovation at Kainos.
- Company: Join Kainos, a forward-thinking tech company in Toronto.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting role with potential for significant career advancement.
- Why this job: Shape the future of technology and make a real impact in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in technology leadership and team development.
The predicted salary is between 135000 - 165000 $ per year.
MPA is proud to partner with Kainos on their search for a Head of Technology in Toronto. A technology leader is a key strategic role within the business, making executive technology decisions based upon the sector and practices’ strategic direction and goals.
The core responsibilities of a technology leader in Kainos include:
- Setting a Technology direction
- Being a technical advisor to the business and C-level clients
- Maintaining a commercial edge over other technology services providers
- Developing and nurturing technical talent across the organisation
- Representing Kainos as a technology evangelist
Key Responsibilities
- People Development: Identifying, mentoring and coaching talent within the technical capabilities, supporting a culture of wellbeing and inclusion; developing future technology talent aligned with the needs of the business in terms of strategic development and succession planning; creating environments for technical talent to thrive and achieve ambitious goals.
- Conducting strategic analysis and making recommendations that could influence the business strategy over medium- and long-term horizons.
- Working with Innovation and business development teams to qualify and evidence strategic analysis.
- Managing the technology budget and making investments aligned to the business strategy.
- Reviewing, questioning, and supporting development of Sector/Practice technology strategy.
Business Development
- Using cross-cutting Sector/Practice insights to identify business development opportunities where existing or future technologies can assist in solving existing or future business or client’s problems.
- Inspiring potential and existing clients and employees within Kainos markets and driving change where necessary.
- Engaging with senior clients as a senior technical adviser and establishing and developing trusted relationships that position Kainos as their technology partner of choice where strategic customer engagement is required.
Communication
- Communicating complicated technical goals to non-technical people.
- Engendering enthusiasm about the possibilities new technologies can offer.
- Projecting the Kainos technology voice external to the organisation and representing Kainos in the broader technology ecosystem.
Partner Development
- Ensuring appropriate engagement and relationships across the Kainos technology community are in place with strategic partners.
- Identifying and developing future go-to-market strategies with strategic partners.
- Developing peer relationships with key strategic partners.
- Qualifying and introducing new partners to our business and Sectors/Practices.
- Maximising the value we achieve across the technology team from our partnership relationships.
Delivery and Assurance
- Accountable for Bid and Delivery Assurance across the organisation.
- Supporting Sector/Practice teams to plan for delivery ahead.
- Strategic delivery engagement and exceptional escalations.
Minimum Essential Requirements
- Experience of setting a technology-focused vision and directing change across a spectrum of disciplines, balancing a focus on people, customer impact and commercial implications.
- Embeds a continuous improvement approach to direction of process, people and use of technology.
- Proven experience being accountable for different sizes and shapes of technology delivery challenges.
- Able to prioritise their time across multiple major projects particularly when working to deadlines.
- Passionate about developing people – a demonstrated ability in managing, coaching, and developing members of your team and wider community.
To find out more, please send an up-to-date resume to conall.anderson@mparecruitment.ca
Head of Technology employer: Mpa Recruitment
At MPA, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of Toronto. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through mentorship opportunities and a focus on technical leadership, ensuring that our team members thrive in their careers while navigating the exciting challenges of the capital markets. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a hybrid work model, we provide a supportive environment where talented individuals can make a meaningful impact in the financial services sector.
