Head of IT (IT QA / CSV / Standards) - German Speaking - SEM

We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for a Head of IT (IT QA / CSV / Standards) - German Speaking. The role is a permanent position based in Bern Canton (depending on candidate preference).

Your Role:

• Carry out the personnel & technical management of IT Quality Assurance / CSV & IT Standards teams.
• Act as a sparring partner for all IT departments & teams in the areas of project & portfolio management, IT risk/quality management & Computer System Validation (CSV).
• Establish & further develop the IT Shared Service area within the IT strategy framework: Technical requirements, required skills, information security requirements according to certified ISMS (ISO27001).
• Record / coordinate requirements with various stakeholders for the optimal design of the IT service portfolio.
• Evaluate new methodologies & applications in the IT shared service sector, taking into account cost-effectiveness, quality & risks.
• Plan & implement ICT projects.

Your Skills:

• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience including 5+ years of experience in Project Management & the Design of Project & Portfolio Management in IT environments.
• Extensive knowledge in the areas of IT Risk / Quality Management & Computer System Validation (CSV).
• Ideally experienced in an Agile Project Environment .

Your Profile:

• Completed relevant University Degree in the areas of Computer Science, Business Informatics, Industrial Engineering or similar.
• Entrepreneurial, strong communication skills & highly service-oriented.
• Fluent English & business proficient German language skills (to at least B2 Level) are a mandatory requirement.