<div id=1516356024></div><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>We are looking for a</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Central IT Lead (m/f/d)</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>(unlimited, full-time) Join our team at our location in Verl – flexible working conditions available</strong></span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">We are seeking an experienced Central IT Lead to take overall responsibility for central technology capabilities with a focus on AI, infrastructure, data, analytics, enterprise architecture, and IT security. In this role, you will set the strategic direction for core technology domains and ensure a stable, secure, and scalable IT foundation that supports innovation and long‑term business success.</span></p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The position offers significant scope to shape enterprise‑wide technology capabilities, align technology strategy with business priorities, and enable teams across the organization to deliver impactful digital solutions.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>What will be your challenge: </strong> </span></p><p> </p><ul><li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Provide strategic and operational leadership </strong>for central IT and technology domains, including AI platforms, infrastructure and services, IT security, and data & analytics.</span></li><li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Define and drive an overarching IT and technology strategy </strong>aligned with business objectives and future growth.</span></li><li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Establish clear principles, standards, and governance models </strong>that enable scalable and efficient technology use across the organization.</span></li><li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Act as a trusted partner to business and technology stakeholders</strong>,<strong> </strong>balancing enterprise alignment with local flexibility and speed.</span></li><li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Ensure reliable, secure, and high‑performance technology services</strong>, covering cloud, networks, digital workplace, and cybersecurity.</span></li><li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Advance data and analytics capabilities </strong>to support data‑driven decision‑making and the responsible use of AI technologies.</span></li><li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Build, lead, and develop high‑performing technology teams</strong>,<strong> </strong>fostering collaboration, clarity, and a culture of continuous improvement. </span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>What you need to succeed in the role: </strong> </span></p><p> </p><ul><li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Extensive experience in IT leadership roles </strong>with responsibility for multiple technology domains.</span></li><li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Demonstrated success steering central IT functions </strong>in complex or decentralized organizations in Banking, Fintech or other highly‑regulated environments.</span></li><li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Strong understanding of modern architectures</strong>, IT security, cloud environments, and data governance.</span></li><li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Proven track record in driving strategic change and direction</strong>, steering and influencing across a complex multinational corporate environment – challenging constructively, building alignment, and mobilizing diverse stakeholder groups.</span></li><li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Clear, transparent communication </strong>while building trust at executive level and providing structure and direction, pairing strategic thinking with pragmatic execution – complemented with fluent English and German language skills.</span></li><li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Passion for reducing complexity, enabling innovation, and creating clarity</strong> in a fast‑evolving technology environment.</span></li><li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Leadership style that empowers teams </strong>and drives cross‑functional collaboration within our international footprint.<strong> </strong></span></li></ul><p style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </p></div><p> </p><p> </p>