Delivery Director

About Us:

Intellect Design Arena Ltd is the world’s largest cloud-native, future-ready, multi-product Enterprise FinTech Company for leading organisations - banks, insurance, wealth, credit unions, capital markets and corporates. Intellect offers a full spectrum of banking and insurance technology products through four lines of business: Global Consumer Banking, Global Transaction Banking, IntellectAI and Digital Technology for Commerce.

With the pace of innovation increasing in the financial technology space, banks and financial institutions are facing new demands like never before. At Intellect, we have always believed that we need to continuously reinvent ourselves to retain our competitive edge in the market. The fact that Intellect has one of the largest global teams with over 1000 smart engineers working for over 10 years is proof of that foresight and investment we make in our people. With R&D being one of the key differentiators that gives Intellect a market edge, we have nurtured over the years a diverse workforce of solution architects, technologists, banking and insurance domain experts and customer centric roles in our workforce of 5000+ associates helping us approach problems with Design Thinking and First Principles Thinking leading from the front.

Intellect has over 300 customers spanning 57 countries including the major global financial hubs around the world. Within the banking and financial services industry we have a varied customer base that almost spans the entire financial ecosystem: from banks catering to Retail or Corporate customers, Central Banks, Wealth Managers, Private Bankers, Card Issuers, Capital Market participants such as Brokers, Custodians, Asset Managers, Insurance Carriers, Government Enterprises, Corporates and Retail Chains. We partner with them in their transformation agenda and help them modernise their technology, drive customer centricity, support their growth aspirations, deliver efficiencies and enhance their profitability. Our Technology powers 6 of Top 10 North American Banks, 9 of Top 10 European Banks, 10 of Top 15 Middle Eastern Banks, 13 of Top 15 Indian Banks and 7 of Top 10 South East Asia and ANZ Banks. In India we have been an integral part of the Digital India initiative of the Government of India and we partner with RBI, NABARD, LIC, AMFI and leading PSU and Private Banks.

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We are seeking a Head of Technical Delivery with 20+ years of product implementation experience, especially in the BFSI space. The ideal candidates must have a proven track record of delivering business outcomes in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. As a Delivery Head, you will be responsible for driving end-to-end program delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, and managing cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results. This role demands exceptional leadership, deep domain expertise in Core/Transaction Banking, and a strong ability to manage complex transformation initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Head Banking transformation programs, including core/transaction banking modernization, process reengineering, and digital initiatives.
• Define program scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with organizational goals.

Strategic Planning and Execution:

• Develop and execute comprehensive program roadmaps and strategies.
• Ensure alignment with business priorities, regulatory requirements, and customer needs.
• Monitor and report on program progress, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders.

Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate with executive leadership, product teams, technology partners, and external vendors.
• Build strong relationships with clients, regulators, and other key stakeholders.

Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the program lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and security standards during transformation initiatives.

Team Leadership and Mentoring:

• Lead cross-functional teams, including internal and external resources, to deliver program goals.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor junior program managers and other team members.

Qualifications

MBA or equivalent advanced degree. Certifications such as PMP or equivalent.

Required Skills

Minimum of 20+ years of professional experience with a strong focus on Core/Transaction Banking.

Experience managing multiple product implementations, including handling complex stakeholder landscapes.

Preferred Skills

Domain Expertise:

• Deep understanding of Core/Transaction Banking.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and emerging trends in financial services.

Program Management Skills:

• Expertise in program governance, stakeholder management, and risk mitigation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Technical Proficiency:

• Knowledge of modern Core/Transaction Banking platforms and technologies, including cloud-based systems, APIs, and AI-driven solutions.
• Familiarity with methodologies such as Agile, SAFe, and DevOps is a plus.

Leadership Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to inspire and lead large, diverse teams across geographies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to influence and engage senior stakeholders.