VP Technology Strategy Full Time

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VP Technology Strategy

We are looking for a VP of Technology Strategy in our Tech org.

The VP of Technology Strategy will develop and execute the next iteration of the Technology Strategy in alignment with Funding Circle’s overall business objectives. This role will be instrumental in shaping our technology roadmap, leading strategic technology initiatives and driving innovation to ensure we maintain competitive advantage.

Reporting to the CTO, this person will be a credible, senior leader who has the experience and impact to take us through the next phase of our strategic evolution.

Who are we?

We’re Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed. At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow.

With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we’ve built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that’s reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash.

We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle-free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience.

The role

1. Develop and execute the next iteration of the Technology Strategy in alignment with Funding Circle’s overall business objectives
2. Identify existing and emerging technologies and trends that can drive growth, innovation and improve operational efficiency
3. Collaborate with business leaders to understand their needs and translate them into actionable technology solutions
4. Make recommendations regarding strategic technology investments and partnerships with clear benefits and ROI.
5. Oversee the evolution to a robust, scalable and flexible technology architecture
6. Define a strategic technology investment roadmap with a specific focus on simplification and automation and agility, underpinned by a compelling benefits case
7. Collaborate across Technology to ensure strategic and execution alignment

What we’re looking for

1. Proven track record in technology leadership roles, preferably within the fintech industry
2. Strong understanding of the technology landscape including new and emerging technologies
3. Demonstrable experience of translating this into a well-executed delivery plan with clear benefits
4. Experience delivering transformation technology change in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
5. Excellent influencing, communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and the Exec
6. Ability to think strategically and execute well
7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

At Funding Circle, we are committed to building diverse teams so please apply even if your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the requirements.

Why join us?

At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We’re proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better.

As a flexible-first employer, we offer hybrid working at Funding Circle, and we’ve long believed in a ‘best of both’ approach to in-office collaboration and non-office days. We expect our teams to be in our London office three times a week, where you can take advantage of our newly refurbished hybrid working space, barista-made coffee and subsidised lunches (via JustEat) every day!

We back our Circlers to build their own incredible career, making a difference to small businesses every day. Our Circler proposition is designed to support employees both in and out of work, and it is anchored around four pillars: Health, Wealth, Development & Lifestyle.

A few highlights:

1. Health: Private Medical Insurance through Aviva, Dental Insurance through Bupa, MediCash, access to free online therapy sessions and exclusive discounts with Hertility for reproductive health support.
2. Wealth: Octopus Money Coach, free mortgage advisor partnership and discounts across numerous retailers through Perks at Work.
3. Development: Dedicated annual learning allowance and full access to internal learning platform.
4. Lifestyle: Wellhub (for fitness discounts), Electric Car Scheme and more!

And finally, we have award-winning parental leave policies supporting parents through enhanced maternity, partner and adoption leave, as well as additional leave for parental bereavement and for fertility treatments.

Ready to make a difference? We’d love to hear from you.