IT Strategy

Join the Mizuho team in IT Strategy!

In this IT Strategy role you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of the Mizuho's IT strategy. This includes identifying and prioritizing IT initiatives, aligning IT strategy with business goals, and ensuring the effective use of technology to drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the company's IT strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.
• Identify and prioritize IT initiatives to support business growth and improve operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with business leaders to understand their needs and ensure IT initiatives are aligned with business priorities.
• Lead the development of IT roadmaps and investment plans to support the company's strategic goals.
• Ensure the effective use of technology to drive business growth and improve operational efficiency.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage.
• Build and maintain relationships with key technology vendors and partners.
• Refresh IT Strategy roadmap as business objectives are prioritized on a regular basis
• Identify interdependencies between different strategic initiatives to ensure cohesive execution

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in IT strategy, planning, and execution.
• Strong understanding of technology trends and their impact on business strategy.
• Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to build and lead high-performing teams.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with business leaders and stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and implement innovative solutions to complex business challenges.
• Experience leading strategic IT initiatives and transformations.
• Knowledge of or experience with IT strategy roadmap and portfolio platforms and tools.

The expected base salary ranges from $105k-$150k. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

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Other requirements

Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process .

Company Overview

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com .

Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.

We are an EEO/AA Employer -M/F/Disability/Veteran.

We participate in the E-Verify program.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.

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