Innovation, AI & Architecture Manager

  • Australia
  • Melbourne
  • Permanent
  • AU$235000 - AU$295000 per annum + Attractive package and bonus

Our client, a leading organisation within the financial technology sector, is seeking an exceptional Manager of AI, Innovation & Architectural Strategy to shape the future direction of a flagship platform used widely across the Australian market.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a senior technology leader with deep experience across enterprise architecture, emerging technology, AI enablement and platform modernisation.

About the Technology Environment

You’ll join a highly specialised technology division responsible for the full lifecycle management of one of Australia’s most prominent platforms. The environment is diverse and multidisciplinary, spanning strategic planning, business and systems analysis, solution and enterprise architecture, software engineering, testing, and production support.

The team partners closely with business units across digital, client services, adviser experience, product, distribution, marketing, and finance-ensuring technology acts as a key enabler of commercial and customer success.

Role Impact

Reporting to the Head of Technology, the Manager of AI, Innovation & Architectural Strategy plays a pivotal role in defining the future state of the platform’s technology landscape.

You will lead the adoption of cutting-edge AI capabilities, oversee architectural governance, and drive innovation to align with broader business and digital transformation strategies.

This role provides senior technical leadership, strategic oversight, and vendor engagement, representing the technology function in executive forums, industry events, and client-facing scenarios.

Primary areas of focus
Innovation, Architecture & AI Leadership

  • Own the portfolio of architecture, innovation and AI enablement, ensuring technology solutions are scalable, modern and future-proof.
  • Oversee architectural governance frameworks, cloud and platform modernisation, and AI-driven automation strategies.
  • Define new technology solutions in partnership with architects, analysts, and business leaders, ensuring alignment to enterprise standards and strategic objectives.
  • Drive AI and automation initiatives including machine learning, predictive analytics, and intelligent process automation.

Strategic Leadership & Governance

  • Establish best-practice technical disciplines and a centre of excellence for architecture, AI and innovation.
  • Provide senior advisory on architectural roadmaps, digital acceleration and innovation frameworks.
  • Act as a technical SME supporting the transition to contemporary architecture patterns and modern engineering practices.
  • Deliver executive-ready insights, presentations, and recommendations on technology strategy, risks and investment.

Vendor, Stakeholder & Executive Engagement

  • Manage strategic relationships with third-party vendors and technology partners to optimise the platform’s innovation ecosystem.
  • Represent the technology function across executive forums, providing leadership on innovation and emerging technology capabilities.
  • Collaborate closely with program teams, PMO and transformation functions to ensure alignment between technology enablement and business priorities.
  • Maintain strong relationships across business units to support collaboration, advocacy and adoption of new technologies.

Experience Required

  • Extensive leadership experience in technology strategy, enterprise architecture, and AI-driven innovation.
  • Proven success consulting with senior business leaders to shape solutions aligned to organisational strategy.
  • Expertise across modern architectural frameworks including cloud-native technologies, microservices and API-led integration.
  • Deep understanding of AI and automation technologies-machine learning, NLP, intelligent automation.
  • Demonstrated experience delivering digital transformation and platform modernisation initiatives.
  • Strong vendor and partner management capability within complex enterprise technology environments.
  • Solid understanding of financial services, investment platforms, or similar complex technology ecosystems.

Qualifications

  • Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or Business.
  • Certifications in Enterprise Architecture (e.g., TOGAF), AI, cloud platforms or Agile delivery are highly regarded.

If this sounds like you please “Apply Now” or if you’d like a further discussion, feel free to contact Ronald Tran on O413 638 111 or ronald.tran@talentinternational.com.

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