Chief Of Staff – It Infrastructure

pA career at bLombard Odier /b means working for a renowned global wealth and asset manager, with a strong focus on sustainable investing. An innovative bank of choice for private and institutional clients, our independently owned Firm is one of the best-capitalised banking groups in the world, managing close to CHF 300 billion and operating from over 25 offices across 4 continents.br / /ppWith a history spanning over 230 years, bLombard Odier /b is an investment house providing a comprehensive offering of discretionary and advisory portfolio management, wealth services and custody. We also offer asset management services and investment strategies through bLombard Odier Investment Managers /b and provide advanced banking technology to other financial institutions.br / /ppb“Rethink Everything” is our philosophy /b – it is at the heart of everything we do. We have grown stronger through more than 40 financial crises by rethinking the world around us to provide a fresh investment perspective for our clients. /ppbChief of Staff – IT Infrastructure (80-100%) /b /ppAs Chief of Staff to the Head of IT Infrastructure, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the management, governance and transformation of a critical technology function. /ppYou will act as a trusted partner to the Head of IT Infrastructure, driving strategic execution, facilitating decision-making, coordinating key initiatives and ensuring alignment across IT Infrastructure, IT Security, IT Operations, Corporate Services and senior stakeholders. /ppThis role combines strategic thinking, operational excellence and strong stakeholder management in a highly visible environment. /ppbYOUR ROLE /b /plipSupport the Head of IT Infrastructure in managing departmental priorities, governance, and strategic objectives. /p /lilipEnsure effective governance of the department, including leadership meetings, steering committees and executive reporting. /p /lilipCoordinate and drive strategic initiatives and transformation programs across the Infrastructure organization. /p /lilipProvide leadership with clear visibility on priorities, risks, dependencies, budgets and delivery progress. /p /lilipFacilitate collaboration between Infrastructure, Security, Operations and business stakeholders. /p /lilipIdentify and remove organizational and operational bottlenecks impacting execution. /p /lilipDrive continuous improvement of portfolio management, reporting, governance and decision-making processes. /p /lilipSupport communication, change management and organizational development initiatives. /p /lilipPrepare executive presentations, management updates and decision materials for senior leadership. /p /lipbYOUR PROFILE /b /plipProven ability to influence and lead without formal authority. /p /lilipStrong organizational, planning and coordination skills. /p /lilipStrategic mindset with a pragmatic and hands-on approach. /p /lilipExcellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities. /p /lilipExcellent communication and presentation skills. /p /lilipAbility to translate complex technical concepts into concise executive-level messages. /p /lilipStrong stakeholder management skills and ability to operate across organizational boundaries. /p /lilipGood understanding of IT Infrastructure, IT governance, project portfolio management, risk management and technology transformation. /p /lilipExperience in a complex and highly regulated environment is an advantage. /p /lilipbResident in Switzerland or willingness to relocate. /b /p /lipbOur Maison’s DNA /bis defined by five core values. bExcellence /b drives us to be the best at what we do, while bInnovation /b fuels our progress. bRespect /b underpins every interaction, and bIntegrity /bshapes our actions. Together, we are bOne Team /b, united in serving our clients with unwavering dedication. /ppAs a responsible and supportive employer, we promote a diverse and inclusive work environment for our employees and candidates. bDiversity, Equity and Inclusion /b are woven into the fabric of our Maison’s DNA, and we strive to ensure that our employees can fulfill both their personal and professional aspirations by encouraging internal mobility and individual upskilling programs. We firmly believe that building Diverse Teams contributes to our successes and to deliver on this, we actively embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in our business strategy. /ppbIt is an exciting time to join our Teams. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence. /b /p