Senior Vice President – Research & Development

About Citco
Citco is a global leader in fund services, corporate governance and related asset services with staff across 50 office locations worldwide. With more than $1.8 trillion in assets under administration, we deliver end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to meet our clients’ needs.

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About the Team & Business Line
Research & Development (R&D) is a multidisciplinary team that focuses on conducting Proof of Concepts (PoCs), thorough market analysis, and in‑depth research to identify and develop cutting‑edge solutions that meet evolving client and business needs. The team works with various stakeholders to promote innovation, enabling the organization to remain competitive, drive efficiency, and build new products and services.

Qualifications
About You

10+ years of experience in technology, transformation, R&D, or innovation‑led roles, with significant exposure to enterprise‑scale programs

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field

Proven experience leading large, cross‑functional teams and complex initiatives

Possess strategic mindset and find motivation in creatively solving problems

Background in agile delivery, program management, and stakeholder communication at senior levels

Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities and translate into solutions with measurable outcomes

Assets:

Experience with AI and Automation Solutions

Exposure to Cloud Platforms

Exposure to data platforms, analytics, and intelligent automation at enterprise scale.

Experience operating within financial services or regulated environments

Our Benefits
Your well‑being is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.

We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect.

Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.

Responsibilities
Your Role
The Senior Vice President (SVP), Research & Development serves as a pivotal leader, responsible for defining the strategic vision, ensuring operational excellence, and overseeing value realization within Citco’s R&D function. The SVP is accountable for the R&D program roadmap and collaborates closely with Business leadership, Technology teams, Process Owners, and Transformation Office (TO) stakeholders to establish priorities, oversee delivery, and secure measurable outcomes.

Strategic Leadership & Vision

Define and own the R&D strategy aligned to enterprise priorities

Champion emerging technologies with strong focus on AI, automation, data, and cloud

Establish KPIs and value realization frameworks to measure impact, ROI, and scalability

Program Management

Own the end‑to‑end R&D program, from ideation and PoCs through pilot and production rollout where required

Partner with Business, IT, Process Owners, and other stakeholders to define, prioritize, and manage backlog

Drive consistent delivery standards and execution discipline across all initiatives

Stakeholder Engagement

Provide regular updates to senior leaders, clearly communicating progress, risks, dependencies, and outcomes.

Lead discussions to assess feasibility, prioritize initiatives, and drive adoption

Translate complex technical concepts into clear, outcome‑focused executive messaging

Technology & Innovation Enablement

Oversee research, market scanning, and vendor evaluation to identify best‑in‑class platforms

Ensure PoCs are designed for scalability, security, compliance, and enterprise architecture standards

Drive transition from experimentation to enterprise‑scale, production‑ready solutions where required

People Leadership & Capability Building

Lead and develop a high‑performing R&D team

Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement

Ensure agile ways of working with appropriate rigor in controls and documentation

Operational Excellence & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with Citco’s quality, risk, and governance standards

Proactively identify and mitigate risks and control gaps

Manage program reporting, and communications on R&D initiatives across the organization

Key Competencies

Leadership & Strategic Thinking

Executive Communication & Stakeholder Influence

Innovation, AI & Emerging Technology Acumen

Program Governance

Results Oriented & Value Realization

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