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Why this role matters
The Guardians are evolving their technology operating model to strengthen core platforms, improve risk and operations, and enable safe, scalable AI adoption. Enterprise platforms sit at the heart of that.
You'll join the Technology Platforms & Experience function, reporting to the Senior Manager, Technology Platforms & Experience. You'll own the strategic direction, governance, lifecycle and performance of the Guardians' enterprise and business application platforms, making sure they deliver sustainable business value and stay secure and fit for purpose.
This is an impactful role for a platform leader who wants to set direction, own the roadmap and lead a team of Platform Engineers and delivery partners to lift platform maturity.
Why you'll love working here
You'll have real ownership of the business-critical systems that keep a world-leading investment organisation running, from investment tools to business applications and integrations.
You'll lead and grow a capable platform team, partner closely with the business, and your work will directly support a fund that matters to every New Zealander.
Own the technology strategy, governance and lifecycle of enterprise platforms, including investment tools and business applications such as ServiceNow, NetSuite, Oracle HCM and Workday
Look after portfolio, governance and delivery solutions, and application integrations and API connectivity
Own the ServiceNow CMDB and asset management
Build and maintain platform roadmaps that balance business demand, technical improvement, risk reduction, vendor roadmaps and investment priorities
Be the primary relationship manager for platform stakeholders, turning their priorities and pain points into a prioritised pipeline of improvements
Lead platform governance and decision-making in line with architecture, security, risk and compliance requirements
Set meaningful measures for service health, adoption, user experience, cost and value, and use them to drive decisions
Manage vendors and partners across service performance, licensing, contracts, roadmap alignment and continual improvement
Lead and develop Platform Engineers, building clear ownership and shifting the team from reactive to proactive
Champion simplification, standardisation, automation and the smart adoption of emerging technologies, including AI
Experience owning or leading enterprise or business application platforms (ServiceNow, ERP or HCM highly regarded) in a similar organisational environment
A track record of developing and delivering platform strategies and roadmaps that create measurable business value
Experience balancing business priorities, technology opportunities, risk and operational needs when making platform decisions
Proven leadership, including coaching, mentoring and building capability in technical teams
Commercial nous, with experience managing vendors, licensing, contracts and service performance
A strong understanding of platform governance, service management, security, risk and compliance
Experience in product-led, platform-led or service-oriented operating models, and Agile, DevOps or modern delivery environments
The ability to translate technical concepts into clear, business-focused outcomes, and to build trusted partnerships across business and technology
What we offer
How to apply:
We encourage and welcome applications from people with diverse experience, including applicants interested in discussing flexible work options and those with specific disability needs. As a proudly committed equal opportunity employer, we challenge discrimination and actively work to eliminate bias in our hiring practices. Diversity of experience and diversity of background help us to solve complex problems and deliver on our purpose.
We recognise the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and invest in partnership with a range of Iwi/Māori organisations. We warmly welcome and value Mana Whenua who wish to work with us. We are committed to understanding Te Ao Māori and integrating it into our workplace culture, for the benefit of all future generations in Aotearoa.
All applications are confidential.
To be considered for this position, please contact Tram [email protected] or Louise at [email protected] if you would like further information before applying.
We are partnering with Evolve Recruitment for this role so please apply as above, we will not be reviewing direct applications.