Experience and skills required• A strong background in retail financial services advisory (preferably 10+ years of change management / project experience) and a proven ability to quickly understand the business strategy and objectives• Proven experience as a Tech Lead or similar role in software development, specifically using Mainframes.• Strong understanding of CICS and VSAM.• Systematics RE package knowledge.• Experience with software development methodologies such as Agile or Scrum.• Familiarity with financial services regulations and compliance standards.• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams• An IT background with a solid grounding in technology• Experience of working in both Agile & waterfall SDLCs• Communication, group dynamics, collaboration and continuous improvement are core – being best practice driven• 2.1 or higher in a related discipline from an academic institution; Masters a plus