Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
About Blenheim Chalcot
Blenheim Chalcot is the UK’s leading digital venture builder. We invest more than just funds, we invest our knowledge and experience, our ideas and infrastructure. Our ventures are at the forefront of a multitude of industries being disrupted digitally, including FinTech, EdTech, GovTech, Media, Sport, Charity and more. Ventures we have built range from ClearScore to Agilisys and even the Rajasthan Royals IPL cricket team. All our 20+ portfolio companies have been incubated and launched by us and now have total sales of over £0.5bn and more than 3,000 employees. Our assets under management stand at greater than £1.5bn.
About Koodoo
Our vision is a world where securing the financing for your dream home is seamless and transparent. We are powering the future of mortgages.
Were are a digital mortgage platform that helps lenders distribute and underwrite mortgages digitally. The platform today powers digital distribution for 15 of the top 20 lenders in the UK as well as comparison for major brands e.g. Compare The Market, ClearScore, Confused.com, Experian, Go.Compare, Nerdwallet amongst others.
Our mission is to create a world where securing the best home finance deal is transparent, seamless and empowering. We do this through helping customers understand their mortgage options on their favourite comparison sites, and enabling them to apply for a mortgage directly with lenders or using a panel of mortgage brokers
Position Summary
Our company is seeking an experienced Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead our technological transformation in the UK mortgage industry. As a key member of our executive team, you will play a pivotal role in managing disruption, driving technological change, and ensuring our company remains at the forefront of innovation within our industry.
Reporting directly to our CEO and based in Mumbai, you will lead a dedicated technical team and must have a strategic mindset, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for staying at the forefront of technology trends. As our first technology go-to expert, you will play an integral role in setting the company’s strategic direction, development and future growth.
In this position, you will oversee our overall technology development and technology utilization plan and manage all information technology resources of our company. You will also lead the overall research and development efforts of the company, including driving forward our GenAI business services. You will have a creative mindset for problem solving, but also be expected to stay updated on the latest technological trends and best industry practices. Success in this role will be determined by identifying and incorporating technologies necessary to drive business growth and profitability.
If you have a strong background in technology leadership, a proven track record of managing disruption, driving innovation, and the skills to lead a dynamic technology team, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the executive team to set business objectives and align technology strategy with company goals
- Oversee all aspects of technology within the organization, including infrastructure, innovation, and security, ensuring they are up-to-date and fit for purpose
- Implement technology plans, provide direction on emerging technologies, and design technology standards
- Manage third-party technology suppliers and evaluate potential tech partners
- Ensure technology projects are delivered and to budget and schedule
- Create reports and presentations on the company's overall technology status for stakeholders
- Build and lead a world-class engineering team
- Stay up-to-date with the latest technology trends and industry best practices
- Research, identify and incorporate technologies necessary to drive business growth and profitability
- Make company-wide decisions regarding technology strategy, architecture, and resources
- Set technology OKRs, conduct employee reviews and build individual development plans
- Act as a mentor to team members, promoting innovation and creativity
- Facilitate effective communication and collaboration within the engineering team and with other departments
- Develop, maintain, and enforce policies related to technology infrastructure and data protection
Must Have:
- Strong leadership, analytical, and organizational skills
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
- Hands-on experience with complex project management
- Outstanding negotiation and supplier management skills
- Proactive problem solver
- Keen attention to detail
- Minimum 10 years of software engineering or IT experience, with at least 5 years in leadership and management roles.
- Advanced technological skill set and a demonstrated history within a technology-driven industry
- In-depth knowledge of technical systems architecture, design, and development.
- Broad knowledge of software engineering, including languages, frameworks, and industry trends.
- Proven track record of leading complex technology initiatives and integrating teams across multiple business units
Nice to have:
- Familiarity with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies relevant to the organization's sector.
- Ability to adapt to rapidly changing technology landscapes and adopt agile methodologies.
- Willingness to experiment with new technologies and methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
Qualification:
- Advanced degree in a relevant technical field or business administration.
At Blenheim Chalcot, we strive to create an environment where differences are not only accepted but greatly valued; where everyone can make the most of their capabilities and potential. We promote meritocracy, competence and the sharing of ideas and opinions. We are driven by data and believe the diversity, agility, generosity, and curiosity of our people is what sets us apart as an organization and helps us thrive. Communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing and advancing individuals based on their skills and talent.
