At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the strategic direction and growth of our Banking and Financial Services sector.
- Company: Join Softwire, a top-rated UK tech consultancy known for its amazing culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, work/life balance, and a supportive environment.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a high-energy team while shaping the future of BFSI.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership experience in banking or financial services with strategic vision.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
Sector Director – Banking, Financial Services and Insurance About Softwire Softwire is a leading UK technology and strategy consultancy.
From enterprise to government, we help visionary organisations turn strategic ambitions into results at scale.
Our practices cover AI transformation, data platforms, systems engineering, advanced CX and experience design.
Trusted by well-known organisations across the public and private sectors, Softwire has grown into a business that consistently delivers large, high-profile digital projects for the UK’s leading brands.
Softwire was founded on one simple idea: if we can create the best possible culture and working environment, then everything else will fall into place.
And it seems to be working - we were recently voted number 1 company to work for in the UK in the Best Company awards, and we have a loyal and growing client base who trust us with their hardest problems and their mission-critical projects.
When you work with Softwire, you’re not only becoming part of a team with in-depth technical skills and delivery expertise – you’ll be working in a high-trust, high-energy environment full of smart, kind, fun people passionate about building something amazing.
The Role The Sector Director (BFSI) is the senior leader accountable for the overall performance, growth, and strategic direction of Softwire’s Banking, Financial Services new client acquisition; and expansion of existing accounts into new areas and services (i. e. beyond existing programmes and BAU on-sell).
Go-To-Market Strategy and proposition development Defining which BFSI subsectors, client personas, and market opportunities Softwire should target, based commercial potential, route to market, our ability to differentiate, and alignment to Softwire’s commercial objectives.
Leading proposition definition in partnership with our core Practices (AI Transformation; Data Platforms and Strategy; CX and Growth Optimisation; and Future Systems Engineering) — ensuring offerings are commercially viable, deliverable, and compelling in the BFSI market.
Prioritising which market-relevant propositions Softwire should build and “own”, ensuring clear differentiation from competitors, strong alignment to client pain points, and building defendable moats around specific solutions.
Developing and delivering the BFSI go-to-market strategy, ensuring alignment across sales, marketing, propositions, and delivery.
Taking the propositions to market, including demand gen strategy, GTM execution, and continuously validating and evolving propositions based on market demand and changing technology or buyer needs.
Brand, Market Positioning if you need flexibility for life stuff that's not a problem; and we don't expect (or want) long hours - we believe in a good work/life balance.
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We’re Hiring: Sector Director - Banking, Financial Services & Insurance employer: Softwire
At Softwire, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our Senior Software Engineers to thrive. Located in the vibrant tech landscape of the United Kingdom, we provide competitive benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work on exciting projects with leading media clients. Join us to be part of a team that values creativity, quality, and continuous learning.
