General Manager - Software Applications

SUMMARY:
Our client, a distinguished leader in the financial services industry specializing in motor vehicle products, is looking for a dynamic and experienced General Manager of Software Applications to join their team. In this role, you will lead a significant transformation project focused on software application migration, optimization, and overall management. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this role presents an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to drive technology transformation and contribute to their continued success.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Software Application Transition:

• Lead and oversee a major transition in our software applications, ensuring a seamless and efficient migration.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, development, and business units, to ensure a successful transition.
• Develop and execute a detailed transition plan, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.

• Manage relationships with software vendors, ensuring they meet service level agreements and deliver quality solutions.
• Evaluate and select software vendors when necessary, based on the company's needs and goals.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing, in liaison with the Divisional CIO.

• Develop and manage budgets for software applications, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial goals.
• Monitor expenses, identify cost-saving opportunities, and report on budget performance to senior management.

• Provide leadership and guidance to the software applications team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Mentor and develop team members, ensuring their professional growth and alignment with company objectives.

• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in software applications.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization in software development and management practices.

• Ensure software applications comply with industry regulations and security standards as required by the Divisional CIO.
• Implement and maintain robust data security measures to protect sensitive information, as required by the Divisional CIO.

• Enforce IT governance, risk, and control frameworks to ensure the security and reliability of software applications as required by the Divisional CIO.
• Identify and mitigate IT-related risks, including data breaches and system vulnerabilities.

• Ensure software applications comply with industry regulations and internal group policies, as required by the Divisional CIO.
• Facilitate IT audits to assess compliance and provide assurance on IT controls and processes.

• Implement and uphold industry best practice software development standards internally and ensure vendors adhere to these standards, or as required by the Divisional CIO.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in software development processes and methodologies.

• Develop and implement management reporting mechanisms, in liaison with the Divisional CIO, to provide key stakeholders with insights into software application performance, progress, and compliance.
• Prepare and deliver regular reports to senior management and relevant teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in software application management, including major system transitions.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering complex technology projects on time and within budget.
• Exceptional leadership abilities, excellent communication skills, and strategic thinking.
• Clear criminal record and alignment with company values.

• In-house Medical Aid
• Retirement Fund
• Discretionary Annual Bonus