IT Change Manager (Associate Vice President)

Join Our Dynamic Team as an IT Change Manager (Associate Vice President)!

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead transformative change in the banking and finance sector? Our client is seeking a talented IT Change Manager to join their team in London. This is your chance to make a significant impact on operational excellence and compliance across the organisation!

Role Overview:

As an IT Change Manager, you will be at the forefront of planning, coordinating, and controlling IT changes within the bank's technology landscape. Your expertise will ensure that changes are executed smoothly, with minimal risk and disruption, while adhering to internal controls and regulatory requirements.

What You Will Do:

• Change Governance & Execution:
- Own and manage the end-to-end IT change management process.

- Chair Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings for assessing and approving changes.

- Collaborate with technical teams and business units to evaluate change impact and associated risks.

- Ensure changes are implemented within agreed change windows to maintain business continuity.
• Compliance & Risk Management:

- Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory standards (SOX, PCI-DSS, etc.).

- Maintain accurate records of change requests, approvals, and risk assessments.

- Lead root cause analysis for unauthorised or failed changes to reduce risk exposure
• Reporting & Continuous Improvement:

- Track and report on change metrics to inform performance improvement initiatives.

- Identify opportunities to enhance change processes and support digital transformation goals.

- Collaborate closely with DevOps and Release Management teams.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in IT Service Management or Change Management roles.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance (SOX, PCI-DSS, GDPR, etc.).
• Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile delivery models.
• Proficiency in ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow) and risk assessment methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• ITIL® Certification (Intermediate or Expert level).
• Compliance-related certifications (e.g., ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, CISA) are highly desirable.

Contract Details:

• Location: London (3 days on-site)
• Duration: 6 months (possibility for extension)
• Daily Rate: Circa £600
• Working Pattern: Full Time (40 hours per week)

If you are ready to lead impactful change and be part of a reputable banking institution, we want to hear from you!

At our client's organisation, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the hiring process.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

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