Filled! — RFG Advisory (Birmingham, AL) seeking Director of Technology
JOB DESCRIPTION
• Lead on-going innovation and implementation for RFG’s technology stack including the development of new solutions and services
• Collaborate closely with Business Development team to demo the tech stack to potential Advisor recruits
• Oversee technical aspects of the company’s strategy to ensure alignment with its business goals
• Manage Technology Relationship Managers, in-house IT Support Desk and IT infrastructure
• Oversee technology budget, vendor negotiations and hardware financing
• Find and implement new technologies that yield competitive advantage
• Support cross-functional teams, clients and their staff in their usage of technology
• Monitor system infrastructure and cybersecurity to ensure functionality and efficiency
• Collect feedback from stakeholders to make necessary improvements and adjustments to technology; develop KPIs to assess technological performance
• Discuss technology strategy with partners and investors
• Develop and implement business continuity protocols to minimize disruption in the event of emergency situations or data loss
• Develop and maintain relationships with external IT vendors and service providers
Looking For
Captain A Captain is a problem solver who likes change and innovation while controlling the big picture.
Maverick A Maverick is an innovative, “outside the box” thinker, who is undaunted by failure.
Persuader A Persuader is a risk-taking, socially poised and motivating team builder.
Role Described by…
- Independent
- Assertive
- Self-confident
- Independence
- In control of own activities
- To be challenged
- Manage multiple priorities
- Take the Initiative
- Take risks and learn from mistakes
- Take on the challenge of…
Noteworthy Behavoirs
- Proactive
- Takes initiative
- Competitive
- Driven to get things done
- Positive response to pressure
- Comfortable with risk
- Independent
- Individualistic
- Self-confident
Summary
The focus of this job is on achieving results which are aligned with the larger picture of the organization and its strategic goals. Initiative, coupled with a sense of competitive drive, and the ability to stay focused on results despite changing conditions, is the key to achieving the performance objectives of this job. Because environmental and organizational conditions change rapidly, the work involves innovation and creativity in generating ideas for quick response. Decision-making is focused on implementing practical, timely solutions. The job requires getting things done quickly and handling a variety of activities. Self-assurance, and the confidence to purposely drive toward results while constantly problem-solving and engaging the commitment of others is essential. A leadership style that is goal oriented, and yet motivates, trains, and engages others in an enthusiastic way is important. The emphasis on building rapport and relationships with individuals and groups requires an outgoing, poised and persuasive communication style. Because the pace of the work is faster than average, the ability to learn quickly and thoroughly while continually recognizing and adapting to changing conditions is critical. The scope of the job may require effective delegation to proven people. Especially routine and repetitive details should be delegated but with responsibility for follow up and accountability for timely results. While the job requires the ability to act independently, a sense of urgency and the confidence to handle a variety of challenges, a full commitment to the success of the business and high standards of achievement are expected in this position. The emphasis is on results, and effective systems that achieve results through and with people, rather than on the details of implementation. The job environment is flexible, constantly changing and provides growth opportunity, recognition and reward for the achievement of business results.
Job Characteristics
- Sense of urgency for goal achievement
- Varied activities Multiple, simultaneous projects
- Multi-tasking
- Fast-paced environment
- Results focus
- Idea generation, innovative and creative problem solving
- Rapport and relationship building focused on achieving results
- Engage commitment of others
- Problem solving orientation
- Risk taking
- Action-oriented and somewhat collaborative decision-making
- Quick decision making in response to changing conditions
- Extroverted, confident, enthusiastic, persuasive
- Influences, stimulates others to action
- Collaboration focused on results
- Authoritative leadership based on generalist expertise, knowledge of systems
- Directive leadership to assure business results are achieved
- Delegation of details as necessary, with follow up on timeliness and quality
- Accountability for results
Interested?
Apply here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3390163591