Chief Information Officer

Location: Luxembourg
Contract: Permanent – Strategic Executive Role
Languages: Luxembourgish, French and English strongly preferred

Context and Ambition

A large-scale digital transformation programme is being launched in Luxembourg.
The goal is to replace a legacy COBOL/Mainframe core system with a modern, sovereign, modular, and interoperable architecture. This initiative includes a complete redesign of systems and processes, the adoption of new working methods, and the cultural evolution of teams towards more agile and collaborative practices.

The CIO will be responsible for setting the strategic vision, driving operational delivery, and ensuring the full engagement of internal teams and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

Define and lead the overall IT transformation vision, aligned with strategic business objectives.
Drive a multi-year, complex programme addressing both technical and organizational challenges.
Oversee the selection and contracting of the chosen solution and vendors, ensuring feasibility and delivery commitments.
Redesign the target IT architecture with a focus on modularity, security, interoperability, and data sovereignty.
Reengineer business processes in close collaboration with senior business stakeholders.
Structure and strengthen internal IT teams (development, integration, support, security) and establish robust programme governance.
Implement effective change management, ensuring strong adoption across teams.
Act as a key representative to executive stakeholders and strategic partners.

Candidate Profile

Proven track record as a CIO, Programme Director, or CTO in complex and regulated environments.
Solid experience in legacy system modernization and migrations to modern architectures.
Strong expertise in managing mission-critical, multi-stakeholder programmes with measurable delivery outcomes.
Extensive experience in vendor selection, RFP/RFI management, and contractual oversight.
Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing IT organizations and governance structures.
Excellent political acumen, influencing and negotiation skills.
Natural leadership, structured mindset, and strong results orientation.
Fluency in Luxembourgish, French, and English strongly preferred.

Key Success Factors

Ability to combine strategic vision with operational execution.
Lead an organization through a major technological and cultural transformation.
Deep understanding of stakeholder ecosystems and decision-making environments.
Resilience in managing complex challenges and change cycles.
Long-term commitment to ensure stability and post-programme consolidation.

Why This Role is Unique

Tangible impact: driving one of the largest digital transformation initiatives in Luxembourg.
Strategic breadth: from initial framing to delivery and execution.
High visibility: direct exposure to executive-level stakeholders.
Flagship programme: shaping the future IT landscape with lasting impact.

Chief Information Officer (CIO)