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Head of Business Applications

Switzerland
Full-time
Permanent employee

At a Glance: The Story Behind AMINA

Founded in April 2018 and headquartered in Zug, AMINA Bank is a pioneer in the financial industry. In August 2019, AMINA received a Swiss banking and securities dealer license from FINMA. The broad, vertically integrated spectrum of services, combined with the highest security standards, make AMINA’s value proposition unique. 
 AMINA operates globally from its regulated hubs in Switzerland, Abu Dhabi, and Hong Kong to offer fiat and crypto services to progressive investors, traditional and crypto-native alike, whether individuals, corporates, or institutions. 
  
 CVVC Global Report and CB Insights named AMINA as one of the Top 50 Companies within the blockchain ecosystem. Aite Group awarded AMINA their 2021 Digital Wealth Management Impact Innovation Award in the ‘Digital Startup of the Year’ category, and LinkedIn listed AMINA as one of the Top Startups 2021 in Switzerland. In 2022, AMINA won the Digital Assets Offering or Service at the WealthBriefing Swiss EAM Awards, and the bank was also recognised for its product offering SEBAX and won the Best ETP of the Year award at the Swiss ETF Awards 2022. In 2023, AMINA won the European WealthBriefing Award in the Digital Assets Solution, Fund Manager category. 
  
 AMINA India is a wholly owned subsidiary of AMINA Bank AG. AMINA India acts as a virtual extension of the bank supporting activities spanning trading & liquidity management, digital assets research, marketing, investment solutions, risk management, account management, mid/back-office, product management, technology & engineering, IT support, finance and human resources.

Your Mission (Should You Choose to Accept It)

We are seeking an experienced Head of Business Applications to lead our global team of Product Managers responsible for the bank's core business applications. In this senior role, you will own the full portfolio of client- and employee-facing applications, partnering closely with commercial product teams, business units, technology, and third-party vendors to shape and execute our application strategy.

Your AMINA To-Do List

  • Serve as an active member of the technology leadership team, contributing to the overall technology strategy and roadmap 
  • Lead and develop a team of Product Managers, Application Owners, and functional experts responsible for core platforms including core banking, online and mobile banking, onboarding, and CRM solutions 
  • Define and drive the application strategy and architecture in close collaboration with senior management and key stakeholders 
  • Hold end-to-end ownership of the business application portfolio, including roadmap definition, design, operations, vendor management, SLAs, KPIs, budgeting, and continuous improvement 
  • Translate business needs and requirements from commercial, business, and technology functions into actionable roadmaps and scalable solutions 
  • Act as strategic partner and subject matter expert for all applications within your scope 
  • Directly own and manage select applications as Product Manager, leading backlog refinement, demand management, vendor coordination, and delivery approvals 
  • Drive digitization and process optimization with a focus on operational excellence 
  • Manage external vendor relationships, oversee contract and budget performance, and conduct regular vendor reviews 
  • Bridge senior management and the business applications team, ensuring seamless collaboration across business units, IT, and external partners

Your golden ticket to the AMINA team:

  • University degree in Technology, Business, or a related field — or equivalent professional experience 
  • Proven track record in the financial services industry managing business applications or digital products, with at least 5 years of experience leading cross-functional teams 
  • Strong understanding of digital product management, process engineering, service management, and both agile and waterfall delivery methodologies 
  • Hands-on experience with core banking systems, digital channels, and client- and employee-facing applications; knowledge of crypto and digital assets is a strong advantage 
  • Comfortable operating at the intersection of business and technology, with strong business acumen and a genuine affinity for digital innovation 
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken); German is a strong plus 
  • ITIL, BPMN 2.0, or Lean / Six Sigma certification is an advantage 
  • Results-driven leader who can operate both strategically and hands-on, independently and within a team 
  • Excellent communicator, confident engaging stakeholders at all levels including C-suite 
  • Analytical, structured thinker with a proactive problem-solving mindset 
  • Passionate about technology and curious about the future of digital assets

Why We’re Awesome

We owe our exponential growth to our innovative and collaborate team spirit and talented workforce. Every voice counts as we are always committed to learning from diverse perspectives and backgrounds because our people make the difference at AMINA Bank. Regardless of your age, gender, belief, and background, at AMINA EVERYONE is welcome!
 
Join our skilled team and together redefine finance.