Head of Application Management (Financial Services)

Head of Application Management (Investment Operations, Risk and Portfolio Platforms)Location: London (Hybrid Working) Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive + BenefitsThe OpportunityA leading financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Application Management to lead the strategy, governance and operational management of a significant portfolio of business-critical applications supporting investment operations, risk management, portfolio management and core back-office functions. Based on the attached specification, the role focuses on leadership of application services, operational excellence, risk governance, supplier management and technology enablement across a complex regulated environment. This is a senior leadership opportunity for someone who combines strong application management expertise with experience managing technology services supporting middle and back-office investment functions, operational risk, portfolio administration and enterprise platforms. Key ResponsibilitiesApplication and Service LeadershipLead the Application Management function across a diverse portfolio of operational, risk and investment-related technology platforms.Own application service performance, availability, resilience and lifecycle management.Drive continuous improvement across support, service delivery and operational processes.Ensure effective service transition from project delivery into business-as-usual operations. Portfolio, Risk and Operations ..... full job details .....