We are seeking an experienced Head of Development for a financial services client based in London to lead their geographically dispersed development and test teams. Utilising Agile and DevOps methodologies, this role requires a strong technical background, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for collaborating with business stakeholders to deliver impactful technology solutions.

Team Leadership:

Manage and inspire the development and test teams, fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and alignment with organisational values.People Management:

Set objectives, provide mentoring, and support career development for team members.Development Practices:

Select and implement best-practice delivery approaches (Agile or Waterfall) while ensuring compliance with IT policies.Proven career progression from developer to development management.Deep knowledge of application architectures and the Azure Full Stack (including Power Platform).Experience leading geographically dispersed teams, including permanent, contract, and outsourced staff.Strong track record of building partnerships with business stakeholders to solve problems through technology.Expertise in cloud-native environments and Agile/DevOps practices.Demonstrated ability to evolve team culture in line with organisational transformation.Agile methodology certifications.Degree in IT, computer science, or a related field.Background in Private Markets, Asset Management, or Financial Services.