head of core banking strategy (open to expats).

A prominent regional bank is seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Core Banking Strategy and Transformation to lead the modernization and future-proofing of our core banking platforms. This critical role will define the strategic roadmap, drive execution of major transformation initiatives, and ensure our core systems support the bank's growth and digital ambitions across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate a compelling Core Banking strategy aligned with the bank's overall business objectives, including digital transformation, customer experience, and regulatory compliance.
• Create a multi-year roadmap for the modernization, replacement, or overhaul of core banking systems.
• Serve as the executive sponsor and leader for complex, cross-functional core banking transformation programs. This includes managing stakeholders, overseeing program governance, and ensuring timely, on-budget delivery of expected business outcomes.
• Define the target state operating model and business architecture for the bank's core functions (e.g., deposits, lending, payments), leveraging modern core banking solutions, APIs, and cloud technologies.
• Lead the evaluation, selection, and negotiation of strategic partnerships with core banking software vendors (e.g., Temenos, Finastra, Mambu) and system integrators.
• Stay abreast of FinTech innovations and emerging core banking trends.
• Develop and manage the financial business case for core transformation, including cost estimation, ROI analysis, and benefit realization tracking.
• Ensure all core banking changes adhere to regional regulatory requirements, internal risk frameworks, and data governance policies.
• Collaborate effectively with Executive Leadership, Retail Banking, Commercial Banking, Operations, IT, Finance, and Risk teams to secure buy-in and alignment for the transformation agenda.

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