Director of IT

Skill: Business Relationship Management

1. Can you describe a time when you had to build a relationship with a difficult stakeholder?
2. How do you ensure regular and effective communication with stakeholders?
3. Can you provide an example of a time when you successfully aligned a project with strategic goals?
4. How do you handle disagreements or conflicts between business units and technology teams?
5. Can you describe a time when you had to act as a liaison between business and technology teams?

Skill: Asset Management and Wealth Management Thought Leadership

1. Can you describe a time when you had to implement a new technology initiative in the front office?
2. How do you ensure that your technology initiatives align with the business operations of asset management?
3. Can you provide an example of a time when you had to automate a process in the middle office?
4. Can you describe a time when you had to collaborate with portfolio managers, traders, analysts, and technology teams to define project objectives?
5. How do you ensure that your projects deliver key results?

Skill: Technology Strategy

1. Can you describe a time when you had to assess and calibrate a technology solution?
2. How do you stay updated on industry technology and market trends?
3. Can you provide an example of a time when you had to manage and maximize the value from a business unit technology?
4. How do you ensure that your technology strategy aligns with the evolving business goals and needs?
5. Can you describe a time when you had to benchmark a technology solution?

Skill: Project Planning, Budget and Resource Management

1. Can you describe a time when you had to oversee a project budget and resource allocation?
2. How do you ensure efficient use of financial and human resources in your projects?
3. Can you provide an example of a time when you had to facilitate an Agile project planning session?
4. Can you describe a time when you had to monitor project expenditures?
5. How do you make recommendations to optimize costs while maintaining project quality?

Skill: Agile Methodology Implementation

1. Can you describe a time when you had to champion Agile practices and methodologies across an organization?
2. How do you promote a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability in your projects?
3. Can you provide an example of a time when you had to facilitate a daily stand-up?
4. Can you describe a time when you had to work closely with Agile teams to remove impediments?
5. How do you ensure timely delivery of project milestones in your Agile projects?

Skill: Vendor Management

1. Can you describe a time when you had to maintain relationships with vendors/partners responsible for delivery of technology solutions and services?
2. How do you ensure that the operations of your vendors align with your standards?
3. Can you provide an example of a time when you had to negotiate a contract with a vendor?
4. Can you describe a time when you had to maintain relationships with multiple vendors/partners?
5. How do you ensure that your vendors deliver quality technology solutions and services?

Additional Notes

1. Remember to assess the candidate's communication skills and their ability to articulate complex ideas.
2. Look for examples of leadership and how the candidate has navigated difficult situations in the past.
3. Assess the candidate's understanding of the financial services industry and their ability to stay updated on industry trends.
4. Look for examples of the candidate's ability to manage and maximize the value from technology.
5. Assess the candidate's understanding of Agile practices and methodologies and their ability to implement them in an organization.