Head of IT Workspace

About Us

We are Alter Domus. Meaning “The Other House” in Latin, Alter Domus is proud to be home to 85% of the top 30 asset managers in the alternatives industry, and more than 5,000 professionals across 23 countries.

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take.

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Reporting to the Head of IT Operations & Infrastructure, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader of desktop and workforce productivity engineering to join our Technology team. The Head of IT Workspace will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and management of our desktop and productivity tools, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of our workforce. This role will require a strategic thinker with strong technical expertise and excellent leadership skills to drive innovation and efficiency across our organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for desktop and workforce productivity engineering aligned with the company’s goals and objectives.
• Lead a team of engineers and IT professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Provide strategic direction on the adoption and integration of new technologies to enhance workforce productivity.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align IT initiatives with business priorities and to advocate for necessary resources and investments.
• Oversee the design, deployment, and management of desktop environments, including operating systems, software applications, and hardware configurations.
• Ensure the stability, security, and performance of all desktop and productivity tools across the organization.
• Drive the implementation of automation tools and processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual efforts.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.
• Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless implementation of new tools and technologies.
• Establish and oversee a robust support framework to address technical issues and provide exceptional user support.
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance employee proficiency with desktop and productivity tools.
• Monitor and analyze support metrics to identify areas for improvement and to ensure high levels of user satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and best practices related to desktop and productivity engineering.
• Implement and maintain robust security measures to protect sensitive data and systems.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify and mitigate potential security risks.
• As a senior leader, you will also be responsible for driving change when necessary, delivering communications and directions to the team and supporting the development and engagement of employees at all levels.
• You will drive a culture of compliance and risk control to mitigate financial, operational and reputational risks.
• As a senior leader of Alter Domus, you will maintain a relentless focus on cost and budget discipline, driving a culture of accountability.
• As a senior leader, you will promote and build the Alter Domus brand and culture both internally and externally, acting as a role model to our people, partners, clients and customers.
• You will be accountable for ensuring that the maintains the highest Environmental, Sustainability and Governance (ESG) standards.
  
  
  

PROFILE

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in IT, with a focus on desktop engineering and workforce productivity.
• Strong technical expertise in desktop operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux), productivity tools (Microsoft Office 365, Google Workspace), and endpoint management solutions.
• Excellent project management skills, with experience managing large-scale global IT projects.
• Strong understanding of security and compliance requirements in the financial sector.
  
  
  

LEADERSHIP & BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and build strong relationships across departments and all levels of the organization to achieve objectives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to deliver sustainable and lasting positive impacts of change.
• Ability to build consensus amongst diverse stakeholder groups by using negotiation and influencing skills and work autonomously in a matrixed 90organisation.
• Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Possess intellectual curiosity and a global mind-set, flexing your style accordingly and operating with agility and tenacity.
• Possess personal learning agility and an ability to adopt and champion new skills and ways of working to role model and inspire others.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to high integrity and ethics.
• Manage competing demands on your time, actively prioritizing and remaining calm under pressure while navigating complexity and challenges with confidence and resilience.
  
  
  

Salary range - $150k - $200k

What We Offer

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you.

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning.

Our global benefits also include:

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, birthday leave
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices
• Support with mental, physical, emotional and financial support 24/7 from our Employee Assistance Program
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan
• Plus additional local benefits depending on your location
  
  
  

Equity in every sense of the word

We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong.

We celebrate our differences, and understand that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, working towards shared goals and a common purpose. Thanks to the work of our Group DE&I Committee and network of DE&I Champions, we empower all of our people to be truly invested in the alternative.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruiting and onboarding process. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you. Alter Domus is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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