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OVERVIEW OF THE DEPARTMENT/SECTION

The Office of the COO within the Technology Innovation Management team is responsible for the efficient operations of the Technology department for the Bank in EMEA and internationally for the Securities business. The department’s mandate is to maintain a relationship between IT and the business, and to increase the value realized from IT assets, investments and capabilities.

This includes promoting operational efficiencies, communicating to the wider organization about technology related initiatives and driving open dialogue between businesses, functions and entities to push forward strategic goals and objectives for Technology.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE 

The incumbent will have technology business management responsibilities.The incumbent will support the Technology COO in ensuring smooth and efficient running of the operations of the Technology department. Supporting the COO on special projects such as offsites, desk moves, and CSR initiatives.The incumbent will support the COO in preparation of presentations for senior management, including townhalls, global technology overview packs and special Technology presentations to the business.They will design and produce communications, ensuring clarity and consistency.They will design and implement the Technology EMEA intranet site, working with both the business and wider Technology teams to build out and maintain the content.The role will be driving communication strategies that align with and support the department’s strategic goals. This includes working closely with the Technology leadership team, supporting them in communication efforts to promote strategic initiatives and benefits.The incumbent will translate technical language into business appropriate messages.The role will provide a lead example for the culture and behaviours required in the bank.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The role holder will be required to continuously challenge norms and think innovatively in their key responsibilities:

Develop presentations on behalf of the management team for townhalls and executive committees, covering a broad range of topics, ensuring that complex topics are easily understoodDevelop communication strategy for Technology in EMEA and building a strong relationship with the Corporate Communications department. This will include building a new intranet using AI, creating a communications platform between Technology and the business, to alert users of technology issues, changes and connect with colleagues via a Technology phonebook.Build strategic framework to deliver streamlined board and executive committee communications. This is expected to include paper presentations, spreadsheets and coversheets adhering to the Corporate Governance and legal guidelines.Act as the face of Technology, ensuring that interactions are professional and reflect positively on the technology department.Promote the MUFG values-led culture which is inclusive and diverse.Lead by example in building relationships across the bank, establishing a strong peer network and helping to strengthen collaboration.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Previous experience in a communications role within a smaller organisation, preferably in technologyExperience of developing communications via various channels such as email, blog post, articles, etc.A holistic understanding of technology operations and required support for a bankProficiency in using communication tools and platformsAbility to present complex data in a simple, structured way using storytellingA good understanding of the scope and purpose of the core banking functionsAbility and experience of working under pressureAbility to liaise with business and technology stakeholders at all levels of the organizationSolid communication skills - both written and oral

MUFG operate a hybrid working policy with 3 days per week in the office.

We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.

MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership.

We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.