At AIA we’ve started an exciting movement to create a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone.

As pioneering innovators for over 100 years, we’re now transforming our organisation to be faster, simpler and more connected. Because we want to be even better equipped to develop digital solutions and experiences that help more people live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

To get there, we need people with tech/digital/analytics expertise and passion to help develop positive, sustainable change through digitally enhanced experiences that will impact the lives of millions of people and create a healthier future for everyone.

If you believe in developing a better tomorrow, read on. 

About the Role

Responsible for driving the strategic alignment of IT investments, ensuring financial efficiency, optimizing vendor performance, and maintaining governance frameworks across IT operations and functions. This role oversees IT financial management, vendor contract oversight, risk and compliance governance, project management governance, and track strategic initiative execution.



The ideal candidate has a strong financial acumen, experience in IT governance, and expertise in managing enterprise-level IT processes in pursuit of IT and Business Objectives.

Financial Management & Cost Optimization

Develop and manage the IT budget, forecasting, and financial reporting.Track IT expenses, cost allocations, and cost center maintenance.Identify opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements.Ensure financial alignment with corporate and IT strategy

Vendor Performance & Contract Management

Oversee vendor contracts, renewals, and negotiations to ensure value for IT services.Monitor vendor performance through key metrics and SLAs.Partner with procurement and legal teams to ensure contract compliance and risk mitigation.Optimize vendor relationships to enhance cost-effectiveness and service quality.

Tech Risk Controls & Compliance Governance

Ensure IT policies, controls, and compliance frameworks align with regulatory and security requirements.Collaborate with internal audit, risk, and security teams to mitigate IT risks.Oversee IT governance models and compliance with industry standards (e.g., SOX, GDPR, NIST, ISO 27001).

IT Delivery Management

Drive the execution of IT initiatives aligned with business goalsHighlight issues/risks and provide resolution recommendation to senior stakeholdersArticulate business benefits to senior stakeholders on merits/rationale on delivery approach and timelineProvide clear direction and guidance to project / portfolio managers on expected outcomes of each deliveryCollaborate with senior IT and business leaders to ensure successful initiative execution

Project Management Office (PMO) & IT Governance

Lead the governance framework for IT projects and strategic initiatives.Ensure consistent project prioritization, execution, and reporting.Implement best practices in project governance, risk management, and delivery assurance.Challenge, identify and recommend resolution in conjunction with delivery platform teams to ensure on time and quality delivery

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business, Finance, or related field12+ years of experience in IT strategy, IT financial management, vendor management, or IT governance.Experience in IT budgeting, cost optimization, and financial planning.Proven track record in managing IT vendor contracts and performance.Strong knowledge of IT risk management, compliance frameworks, and governance models.

Technical & Business Skills:

Proven delivery in large scale system implementation in financial services industryGood grasp of IT financial managementStrong knowledge of IT governance frameworks and risk controls.Familiarity with contract negotiation, vendor SLAs, and supplier risk management.
 

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

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