Director, Head of Information Technology

About the role

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is recruiting a Director, Head of Information Technology for its Malaysian operations. The role shapes the strategic direction of technology, working with executive leadership and the board to align IT initiatives with long-term business goals, while overseeing digital transformation, core banking systems and risk controls.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with executive leadership and board members to develop annual operating plans and mid-term business strategies.
• Drive implementation of new core banking systems, including project delivery, change management and alignment with organisational vision.
• Lead digitalisation, process enhancement and new ways of working from a systems perspective.
• Manage budget planning, resource allocation and cost optimisation for technology investments.
• Represent the company at industry events and partner with regional offices, product teams, vendors and other departments.
• Act as a trusted advisor on software, hardware, network infrastructure and banking operations to local senior management.
• Manage performance objectives, coach direct reports, support career progression and nurture a diverse talent pipeline.
• Oversee risk management: policy formulation, audit coordination, incident investigation, business continuity planning, regulatory compliance and committee participation.

Required profile

• Recognised degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, Accounting, Commerce or a related field.
• Over 15 years of experience at senior executive level managing substantial teams.
• Proven track record of delivering major digitalisation projects in regulated industries.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships internally and with partners and industry representatives.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion through talent development and succession planning.

Required skills

• Comprehensive understanding of financial services operations (deposit handling, trade finance, commodities trading, loans administration, money transfers, treasury).
• Budget management for technology investments and cost optimisation.
• Risk management and policy development aligned with regulation.
• Communication and organisational skills at all levels of large organisations.