Head of Digital Transformation

LGG Advisors, with offices in Porto, Lisbon, London, and Madrid, provides a multitude of high-added-value consultancy services to financial sector firms globally. Our team provides an array of comprehensive services catering specifically to our client’s unique and evolving circumstances which require creative and careful consideration, decision making, and guidance.​

​LGG provides a comprehensive range of services in Digital Transformation, focusing on delivering cutting-edge technological solutions, data strategy, process automation, and innovation-driven digital consulting for financial institutions and investment firms. Our expertise spans areas such as data engineering, AI integration, digital project leadership, and agile transformation.​

As our business continues to grow, we are actively seeking a Head of Digital Transformation to lead and develop our tech-driven strategy and execution.​

​DESCRIPTION​

• Lead the Digital Transformation department, shaping the strategy, structure, and delivery model ​
  
• Hold meetings with potential clients and present solutions that meet their needs​
  
• Work closely with clients to identify, design, and implement digital and data-driven solutions​
  
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact projects in a fast-paced environment​
  
• Act as a strategic advisor to clients on emerging technologies and innovation opportunities​
  
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, agility, and excellence within the company​
  

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RESPONSABILITIES​

• Define and execute the digital transformation roadmap​
  
• Oversee the planning and delivery of data, tech, and innovation projects​
  
• Manage and mentor a multidisciplinary team (Data Specialists, Front-end and Back-end Developers, etc.)​
  
• Proactively do business development to build and maintain strong relationships with potential clients​
  
• Ensure alignment between business goals and digital initiatives​
  
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring client satisfaction​
  
• Stay updated on tech trends and best practices in the financial services industry​
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS​

• Degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Data Science or similar​
  
• Proven experience in managing digital transformation projects​
  
• Strong background in data architecture, system development (C#, Java, JS Frameworks), and agile methodologies​
  
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills​
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability​
  
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and emerging technologies (genAI, AI agents, etc.)​
  
• Strong knowledge in tools such as Python, SQL, ML Libraries (Scikit learn, Pytorch, Keras, etc.), Spark, Airflow, Bigquery, Snowflake, Databricks and similars​
  
• Knowledge in visualization tools such as Powerbi, Tableau, Looker​
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REQUIREMENTS​

• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience, including team management​
  
• Experience in consulting or financial services is highly valued​
  
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)​
  
• Proven track record originating new clients​
  
• Availability to travel​
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DIFFERENTIALS​

• Experience with AI/ML implementation in financial contexts​
  
• Certification in Agile/Scrum/Project Management​
  
• Background in solutions Architect​
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WHAT WE OFFER​

• Fast-growing company with a presence in Porto, Lisbon, London, and Madrid, that works on complex and stimulating projects for sophisticated clients in the US and Europe​
  
• Competitive salary and benefits which vary according to individual performance ​
  
• Opportunity to work from home 50% of the time​
  
• Career Development Plan, Training Programs and Sponsorship​
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LGG Advisors aims for a diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, age or disability.​