Head of Technical Advisory

Head of Technical Advisory, Marketing Advisory

Location - Montclair, NJ

Key responsibilities:

- Provide C-Suite clients advisory services on technology, tech partnerships and tech organization design.

- Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with the business objectives and industry trends

- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key partners, industry influencers, and stakeholders to enhance the firm's visibility in the USA market.

- Function as a thought leader and spokesperson for the firm, in interviews, panels, and public speaking engagements for an industry audience.

- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to pursue our focus industries and accounts.

- Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and market dynamics to identify opportunities and threats.

- Stay abreast of regulatory and compliance considerations relevant to marketing technology in the global markets.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's Degree: In computer science, engineering, information technology, or a related field.

• Master's Degree (Preferred): An MBA or a master's in technology management or a related field.

Experience

• Work Experience: 15+ years of experience in IT and technology roles, with a minimum of 5-10 years in a senior leadership position.

• Global Experience: Proven experience managing technology functions across multiple countries and regions.

• Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of the specific industry the company operates in (e.g., finance, healthcare, manufacturing).

• Strategic Planning: Ability to develop and execute long-term technology strategies aligned with business goals.

• Consulting and advising: Experience with C Suite and VP level consulting on technology, tech partnerships, and tech organization design. Ideally has advised both an internal C-suite team and with clients as a senior consultant.

• Leadership: Strong leadership and team-building skills with experience managing diverse, cross-functional teams.

• Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of current and emerging technologies, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, and software development.

• Project Management: Experience overseeing large-scale technology projects and initiatives.

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Financial Acumen: Experience managing technology budgets and optimizing IT investments.

Technical Proficiency

• Software Development: Experience with multiple programming languages and software development methodologies.

• Infrastructure Management: Proficiency in managing IT infrastructure, including networks, databases, and servers.

• Cybersecurity: Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices.

• Cloud Technologies: Expertise in cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.