Head of IT Operations

  Central Malta  |  €60,000 - €70,000 Annually 

Our client is a leading financial institution who are looking to bring in a Head of IT Operations to oversee the management of the Bank's IT operations and infrastructure. 

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Head of IT in executing the Bank’s IT Strategy.
  • Design and deliver the Bank’s infrastructure roadmap.
  • Establish and enforce IT policies and procedures to ensure efficient IT operations.
  • Supervise the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of the Bank’s IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, databases, and data centres.
  • Develop and oversee the Bank’s disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
  • Manage the IT operations and infrastructure budget, ensuring optimal cost efficiency and resource utilisation.
  • Oversee the Service Delivery function to provide effective and timely first-line support to business users.
  • Ensure adherence to all regulatory and legal obligations related to IT operations and infrastructure.
  • Work collaboratively with InfoSec, Risk, Compliance, and Business Units to support effective organisational performance.
  • Lead and mentor the IT operations and infrastructure team to ensure high performance and professional growth.
  • Contribute actively to the Bank’s IT Governance framework.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in IT operations and infrastructure management in the banking or financial services industry
  • Strong leadership and management skills
  • Strong understanding of technology infrastructure, including networks, servers, databases, and data centres/cloud;
  • Experience with project management and implementation of new systems and infrastructure
  • Knowledge of banking operations, including the regulatory environment and compliance requirements would be a plus

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Preferential Interest Rates on Home Loans and personal loans
  • Life Insurance

Job Reference: HQ646


  • Category
    Technical Infrastructure
  • Job type
    Full Time
  • Employment level
    Senior Management
  • Work Location
    On Premises
  • Employer industry
    Banking
  • Job Reference
    HQ646
  • Closing Date
    31/12/2025
  • Date Published
    01/12/2025
  • Status
    Collecting CVs

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