Aristocrat’s mission is to bring happiness to life through play. We lead the world in gaming content and technology. Our casino and mobile games reach millions globally. Our culture fosters innovation, collaboration, and excellence, motivating us to deliver outstanding results for our B2B customers. As the IT Senior Director Business Relationship Manager for the Aristocrat Interactive Business Unit and the EMEA Region, you will be central to crafting and performing our IT strategy. This role offers a chance to impact key technology choices and steer our digital transformation journey. It represents a remarkable opportunity for driven professionals.
What You'll Do- Develop and implement IT strategies and roadmaps for the Aristocrat Interactive and EMEA regions.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with executive business collaborators and IT leaders.
- Lead IT project governance processes, from ideation to elaboration, ensuring flawless execution.
- Coordinate IT projects and lead change management initiatives across the EMEA Region.
- Build and present high-impact executive-level presentations on project, portfolio, and roadmap statuses.
- Partner with business leadership to evaluate proposals and develop creative solutions amidst high complexity.
- Drive effective portfolio management, including regular operations reviews and steering committees.
- Lead initiatives as the EMEA Site Leader for IT, managing and growing the IT team.
- Coordinate capability mapping and maturity assessments to identify gaps and opportunities.
- Ensure alignment with global governance standards through portfolio intake and prioritization forums.
- Drive continuous improvements and value optimization within the IT organization.
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in computer science, project management, engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 15+ years of experience in IT application development, operations, and cybersecurity.
- Proven technical knowledge in cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and architecture guidelines.
- PMP, development, and IT operations certifications are preferred.
- Demonstrated track record of C-level engagement and influencing business executives in diverse markets.
- Experience in driving digital transformation programs, including cloud migration and enterprise integration.
- Strong understanding of new technologies and their application in driving business value.
- Expertise in managing and reporting on multi-year roadmaps.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain effective and positive under pressure.
- Based in London with the option to work on-site three days per week and occasionally travel across the EMEA region.
We offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package designed to stay competitive in the market, support your wellbeing, and recognise your contribution to our success. Our approach is underpinned by a pay-for-performance belief in rewarding individual impact. Your specific compensation package will be determined by factors such as your skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
Depending on your role and location, you may be eligible for annual bonuses and incentives, health and wellbeing benefits, paid time off, retirement plans, insurance coverage, and other local or statutory benefits.
Specific details about compensation and benefits for this position will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, project management, engineering, or related field
- Advanced degree
- Minimum of 15+ years of experience in IT application development, operations, and cybersecurity
- Proven technical knowledge in cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and architecture guidelines
- Experience driving digital transformation programs, including cloud migration and enterprise integration
- Demonstrated track record of C-level engagement and influencing business executives
- Expertise in managing and reporting on multi-year roadmaps
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to remain effective under pressure
- Based in London and able to work on-site three days per week; occasional travel across EMEA
- PMP, development, and IT operations certifications
- Authorized to work in the job location without visa sponsorship
Aristocrat Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Aristocrat and has not been reviewed or approved by Aristocrat.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage offers multiple Aetna options with preventive care fully covered and $0 in‑network outpatient mental health visits, plus employer‑paid premiums on at least one dental and one vision plan. Feedback suggests first‑day eligibility and HSA funding increase perceived value.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave provides up to 12 weeks for primary caregivers and 10 days for secondary caregivers, with adoption/surrogacy reimbursement and access to Lyra sessions. Feedback suggests these supports materially enhance family and mental wellbeing.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — The SuperShare program matches employee share purchases with free shares up to a defined annual limit, with clear enrollment windows and a two‑year vest. Feedback suggests this structure delivers uncommon ownership value compared with standard ESPPs.
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What We Do
Aristocrat Leisure Limited is an ASX20 listed company and one of the world’s leading providers of gaming solutions. We’re licensed in over 300 jurisdictions and operate in over 90 countries around the world. We’re also proud to have a team of over 6500 employees that deliver outstanding results by pushing the boundaries of innovation, creativity and technology each day. We offer a diverse range of products and services including electronic gaming machines, social gaming and casino management systems, but it doesn’t stop there. Despite our global presence and exponential growth, we remain an ideas company at heart that is committed to delivering outstanding results for our customers and players and an unparalleled experience for our employees, who have the opportunity to grow, be inspired and be the best they can be. Our values of Talent Unleashed, All About the Player, Collective Brilliance and Good Business, Good Citizen guide and inspire us to live our mission of bringing joy to life through the power of play – every day. Come and join us – let’s play!
Why Work With Us
Individually we’re great, but together we’re brilliant. Our employees are the beating heart of our business and we attract the best people in the industry thanks to our unique and inspiring culture. Come and join the team and help bring joy to life through the power of play.
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