Head of Development recruitment

Global Development Services (GDS) is a division in our Technology Services department and the primary function of GDS is to leverage best practice, technology expertise and manage resource utilisation across all application development functions globally.

Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer, GDS, you will lead the transition of the new Technology Services operating model and the production of end to end technology solutions for the Group. 

As Head of Development you will lead the technology resource capability which will be split into three groups; channel solutions, shared solutions and core products and services. Split across these three teams you will be responsible for a global team ranging from 4,000-5,000 employees including suppliers.

You will work collaboratively with the GDS senior leadership team to ensure the provision of technology solutions meets the current and future strategic, operational and commercial needs of the business and is ultimately, accountable for the production of end to end technology solutions, to the defined quality, cost, time and risk parameters.

As Head of Development will have a strong background in delivering technology change and executing technology strategy, across a number of technology and business areas in a large organisation.  Naturally you will have a track record of exerting significant influence to business and technology partners to deliver complex projects and programmes.  You will have previously managed and had accountability for a large budget and have structured and built a management team capable of driving the development capability of a global function.

With us, hard work adds up to more. Our rewards include a generous salary, the opportunity to participate in bonus schemes and receive discounted Group products. Plus we offer up to 30% benefit funding that gives you the option of choosing your own mix of cash and benefits. We offer a range of career development opportunities across GDS and the wider RBS Group, both in the UK and world wide.  All of which creates a truly flexible package that fits your changing needs and lifestyle.

Please note as part of our referencing process credit checks will be undertaken.