Lead Principal Infrastructure and Platform Engineer - Executive Director in London

Lead Principal Infrastructure and Platform Engineer - Executive Director in London

London Full-Time 70000 - 90000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
LGBT Great

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the implementation of Identity Governance solutions and enhance user experience.
  • Company: Join a dynamic team at a leading financial services firm.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace committed to employee well-being.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in shaping modern IAM ecosystems with cutting-edge technology.
  • Qualifications: Proven experience in IGA solutions and strong knowledge of IAM principles.

The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.

We are seeking an experienced Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) Leader to join our dynamic team. This role focuses on implementing and managing Saviynt integrations, driving a frictionless user experience via Saviynt as the foundational platform for a modern IAM ecosystem.

Skills, experience, qualifications and knowledge required

  • Domain Expertise
    • Demonstrated experience implementing IGA solutions in a large‑scale, regulated environment
    • Recognised domain expert in Identity and Access Management
    • Very strong knowledge of IAM disciplines and their engineering requirements
    • Very strong Information Security background
    • Expertise in integrating identity services with enterprise applications
    • Proficiency in workflow design and implementation, from basic to complex approval processes
    • Advanced knowledge of role‑based access control (within Saviynt preferred)
  • Integration & Development
    • Drive the design and implement integration of solutions between identity services and Nomura distributed enterprise applications
    • Develop and maintain integration frameworks based on business requirements
    • Design and implement frictionless access management and approval workflows
    • Configure role definitions and implement role‑based access control
  • Business Analysis & Requirements
    • Collaborate with business stakeholders and application owners to gather and deliver IGA requirements
    • Develop detailed use cases and process definitions
  • Project Management & Risk
    • Strong delivery experience leading Agile workloads
    • Significant experience in leading engineering teams
    • Identify and mitigate risks related to application and account onboarding
    • Track integration progress and maintain project timelines
    • Coordinate with cross‑functional IGA teams for status updates
    • Provide comprehensive reporting on onboarding status across all IGA technologies
  • Stakeholder Management
    • Partner with IAM leaders on new requirements and solutions
    • Maintain effective communication with business stakeholders
    • Coordinate with other IGA technology teams
    • Provide regular status updates to relevant stakeholders
  • Technical Skills
    • Identity & Access Management
      • Strong foundation in Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) concepts and principles
      • Deep understanding of access management frameworks and security protocols
    • Development & Integration
      • Experience with enterprise system integrations
    • Project Management Tools
      • JIRA for task tracking
      • Confluence for documentation
    • Testing
      • Test automation
      • Quality assurance methodologies

    Right to Work

    The UK Government has taken steps to reduce net migration to the UK by limiting the number of overseas workers coming to the UK for employment. Please note that we are able to consider applications from overseas workers from outside the UK (who require a Tier 2 Skilled Worker visa) but we can only employ them if we can provide evidence that this is a genuine vacancy for a qualified role.

    Diversity & Inclusion

    Nomura is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity and gender expression, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments due to a disability or long‑term health condition, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Lead Principal Infrastructure and Platform Engineer - Executive Director in London employer: LGBT Great

At Nomura, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through comprehensive training programmes and opportunities for advancement within the dynamic field of Identity Governance and Administration. Located in the heart of the UK, we provide a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion, ensuring every team member can thrive and contribute meaningfully to our mission.

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We think you need these skills to ace Lead Principal Infrastructure and Platform Engineer - Executive Director in London

Identity Governance and Administration (IGA)
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Information Security
Integration of identity services with enterprise applications
Workflow design and implementation
Role-based access control
Agile project management