Head of Core Technology

• Shape the adoption of modern cloud and workplace technologies

• Lead teams through transformation and simplification of technology delivery in an AI era

Perpetual Group is an ASX-listed company (ASX:PPT) headquartered in Sydney, Australia, currently consisting of 11 leading brands across three distinct businesses: Asset Management, Wealth Management and Corporate Trust.  

At Perpetual Group, we’re looking for a Head of Core Technology to drive the adoption of modern cloud and workplace technologies, while ensuring security, compliance and performance in a regulated environment. You’ll play a key role in shaping how our technology operates, from strategy through to delivery.

This is a leadership role responsible for building high-performing teams, simplifying ways of working, and using technology (including AI) to improve customer experience and speed to delivery.

About the role

You’ll define and execute the roadmap for core technology platforms, spanning cloud, networks, end-user computing, identity and service management.

Working closely with senior stakeholders across the business, you’ll translate technology into clear business outcomes while driving innovation, efficiency and scalability.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the evolution of a modern cloud environment including shift to SaaS/PaaS platforms

• Build and lead a high-performing, multi-disciplinary engineering team

• Define and deliver a technology roadmap aligned to business priorities

• Oversee end-to-end lifecycle management of core platforms (cloud, networks, EUC, identity)

• Drive service management excellence as the front door to technology

• Strengthen end-user technology capability and ways of working

• Manage key vendors and partners to deliver value and performance

• Partner with security to ensure compliance with organisational standards

• Provide transparency on cost, service levels and outcomes to the business

About you

You’re an experienced technology leader who knows how to balance strategy with delivery, equally comfortable setting direction as you are driving outcomes.

You will bring:

• 10+ years’ experience in technology roles, including significant leadership experience within cloud, infrastructure or operations

• Proven experience leading technology teams through cloud and operations transformation

• Strong knowledge of public cloud environments (AWS, Azure or GCP) and a track record of moving organisations toward SaaS/PaaS and modern workplace platforms

• The ability to build and lead high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams, moving away from silos towards more flexible, outcome-driven ways of working

• A pragmatic approach to simplifying technology, improving service delivery and driving efficiency at scale

• Strong commercial acumen, with experience managing vendors, costs and service performance

• Confidence working in complex, regulated environments where security, risk and compliance are critical

• Excellent stakeholder management skills, able to influence senior leaders and translate technology into clear business outcomes

• A visible, engaging leadership style with a focus on accountability, ownership and continuous improvement

• A forward-thinking mindset, with an interest in how AI and emerging technologies can improve delivery and customer outcomes

How we work  

Our unique culture is underpinned by our three organisational behaviours, Stretch, Own it, Make an impact which drive our approach of day-to-day interactions with colleagues and clients, the way we approach decision-making to the questions we ask and the problems we solve.

Employee benefits

• Work from anywhere in Australia for up to one month each year

• An annual allowance to empower you to prioritise your personal wellbeing

• Study support and commitment to supporting professional development

Diversity and inclusion

• Strong commitment to all aspects of Diversity and Inclusion through a robust 7 pillar strategy

• A growing number of employee-led networks who work to raise awareness and drive continued change

• We support over 50 First Nations Communities, helping to secure the communities' future.  We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People

We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. No matter your background or circumstances, we aim to provide an environment where you can thrive.