Business Planning IBCOO Technology

In this role, you will join the IBCO Business Management team, playing a key role in supporting the effective day‑to‑day operation of the function. The role has a strong business management and BAU focus, covering financial planning, hiring oversight, resource and vendor management, and performance tracking against targets.

To be successful as a Business Planning in IBCOO Technology, you should have experience with the following:

• In depth knowledge of technology financial management principles (e.g. software capitalisation, amortisation etc) and proven history of managing a large and complex technology project portfolio.
• Experience in forecasting, financial modelling, and outlook planning, supporting informed decision making.
• Experience of working alongside senior stakeholders, proactively managing their expectations, and translating their strategy into financial portfolio outcomes.
• Experience partnering with finance and change functions to support detailed financial planning.
• Advanced data management skills, with advanced Excel capability and confidence working with data to track performance, trends, and targets.

Some other highly valued skills and experience include:

• Experience of managing a + £200m technology portfolio at a comparative investment banking technology organisation
• Experience of managing an agile portfolio

You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.

This role is based in Glasgow.

To provide operating and administrative support to senior leaders, simultaneously shaping and executing long-term strategic change, whilst helping to navigate complex challenges in the performance of their roles.

• Implementation of Target Operating Model, business development, and financial and non-financial resource allocation, providing strategic insight and thought leadership.
• Strategic support to and oversight of demand pipeline and the book of work, including assistance in the development and execution of strategic initiatives, projects, research, and analysis to support decision‑making.
• Support to and guidance for operational efficiency and colleague/customer/client experience within the organisation, including the identification of areas for improvement, streamlining of processes, and implementation of best practices to enhance productivity, effectiveness and experience.
• Management of people plan, talent development and succession planning including the identification of high‑potential employees, provision of mentorship and guidance, and support to leadership development and diversity initiatives.
• Communication with internal and external stakeholders, management of communication channels and ensuring effective coordination across different departments and teams.
• Participation in compliance activities such as SMR and other regulatory registrations/certifications, as well as support for crisis management and risk mitigation, including the development of contingency plans, coordination of responses to emergencies, and business continuity.
• Management of all organisational/team requirements relating to technology, real estate, people and communications in conjunction with relevant partners across the firm.
• Enablement of oversight of risk management and compliance with internal and external requirements, including internal Governance on critical control activities in partnership with the CCO team, such as Records Inventory and RCSAs.
• Cost control and workforce management of the Business/Function, including involvement in financial analysis and planning, forecasting, and monitoring of financial performance against targets.

• To contribute or set strategy, drive requirements and make recommendations for change. Plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and maintain policies/ processes; deliver continuous improvements and elevate breaches of policies/procedures.
• If managing a team, they define jobs and responsibilities, plan for the department’s future needs and…