IT Strategy, Innovation, and AI Manager

This role is responsible for developing and implementing the organisation\’s IT strategy, fostering innovation, and exploring emerging technologies.

IN SHORT

The IT Strategy & Innovation Manager is responsible for developing and implementing the organisation\’s IT strategy, fostering innovation, and exploring emerging technologies, especially AI. They create strategic roadmaps, monitor project progress, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and promote a culture of innovation to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer experiences.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing the organisation\’s IT strategy, ensuring it aligns seamlessly with business objectives. They will work closely with key stakeholders to communicate technology initiatives effectively, driving innovation and efficiency across the organisation.

1. Creates implementation roadmaps for strategic IT projects and monitors their progress to ensure timely achievement of objectives.
2. Identifies opportunities for innovation, explores emerging trends and industry best practices, and pilots new technologies, processes, or products.
3. Leads the development and execution of the AI strategy for the organisation, identifying opportunities for AI implementation across key business functions.
4. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop and implement solutions that enhance operational efficiency and improve customer experiences.
5. Promotes creative problem-solving and experimentation within teams to drive innovation across the organisation.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

The ideal candidate will have expertise in creating and managing strategic roadmaps for IT initiatives, ensuring clear direction and alignment with business objectives. They will have strong experience in monitoring progress, tracking key milestones, and making necessary adjustments to drive successful outcomes.

1. Proven ability to identify and drive innovation by exploring emerging technologies and industry best practices.
2. Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.
3. Experience in fostering a culture of innovation and creative problem-solving within teams.
4. Experience in AI technologies, including machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing.

ABOUT US

Securing Energy for Europe – it’s a simple statement, with a bold ambition. SEFE is not just our name, but also encompasses everything that drives us. To accomplish this, we’re taking immediate action to secure gas supply – but also looking forward, to explore our role in the European energy transformation and how we can contribute to a stable and sustainable future.

SEFE, an international energy company, ensures the security of supply and drives the decarbonisation of its customers. SEFE’s activities span the energy value chain, from origination and trading to sales, transport, and storage. Through its decades-long expertise in trading and the development of its LNG business, SEFE has become one of the most important suppliers to industrial customers in Europe, with an annual sales volume of 200 TWh of gas and power. Its 50,000 customers range from small businesses to municipalities and multinational organisations. By investing in clean energies and especially in the hydrogen ecosystem, SEFE is contributing to the energy transition. The company employs around 2,000 people globally and is owned by the Federal Government of Germany.

Our international teams work across locations in Europe, Asia, and North America. We’re passionate about energy and the important role it can play in shaping a better future.

Securing energy – now and for the future.

OUR BENEFITS

We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces diversity and fosters the development of knowledge, skills, and experience. Whatever your role, you’ll find an open, welcoming atmosphere that empowers you, and recognises your contribution.

In return, we offer a competitive starting salary supported by a comprehensive range of financial, lifestyle, and wellness benefits with the flexibility to follow a hybrid working model.

1. Bonus earning potential.
2. Non-contributory pension with 10% employer contribution.
3. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and volunteering days.
4. Buy / sell holidays.
5. Life assurance.
6. Medical and dental insurance (family cover).
7. Range of optional flexible benefits.

We are committed to supporting your career growth with opportunities to develop both your knowledge and experience through a blended approach to learning.

Join SEFE and help us secure energy supply across Europe and shape a better, more sustainable tomorrow.

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