Technology Strategy, Planning and Governance, VP

ATLAS SP•New York, NY

19h

About The Position

Atlas SP Partners is seeking a highly strategic and execution-oriented Technology Strategy, Planning and Governance Lead to operate as a force multiplier for the technology organization. This role sits at the intersection of technology, business strategy, and execution, driving alignment, prioritization, and coordination across key initiatives. The role will partner closely with the CTO and senior leadership to ensure the technology function operates efficiently, scales effectively, and remains tightly aligned with firm-wide objectives.

Requirements

7–10+ years of experience in strategy, operations, consulting, or technology leadership roles
Clear understanding of software development, data platforms, and technology organizations
Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives
Exceptional problem-solving and structured thinking abilities
Strong executive communication and presentation skills
Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and evaluating investment trade-offs
High degree of ownership with a bias toward action
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in financial services, asset management, structured credit, or fintech preferred

Responsibilities

Translate the CTO’s vision into actionable roadmaps and measurable outcomes
Drive quarterly and annual planning processes across the technology organization
Own end-to-end tracking of priority initiatives against plan, including milestones, risks, and dependencies
Enforce prioritization across initiatives based on business value and capacity constraints
Maintain a single source of truth for all committed work and trade-offs
Own technology operating cadence and governance model (leadership meetings, business reviews, reporting)
Improve internal processes to enhance team efficiency, transparency, and accountability
Monitor key performance metrics across technology teams
Oversee monthly technology forums with each business and Enterprise Solutions vertical to drive alignment, surface demand, and track delivery against commitments
Lead the Technology Steering Committee, including agenda setting, decision tracking, and follow-through on strategic and operational priorities
Represent technology in key committees and forums (Operating Committee, Operational Risk Forum, etc.), including preparing strategic materials, briefings, and presentations.
Own technology budget planning and tracking in partnership with Finance and Human Capital to develop and manage the technology budget
Oversee allocation and tracking of spend across projects, vendors, and recruitment
Evaluate ROI on technology investments and support prioritization of capital allocation
Monitor hiring plans against budget and ensure alignment with strategic workforce planning
Identify cost optimization opportunities while maintaining delivery and performance standards
Support the CTO in decision-making through data analysis, business cases, and scenario modeling
Prepare executive-level materials, including board presentations and strategic updates
Oversee critical transformation initiatives (e.g., platform modernization, data strategy, automation)
Identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks; proactively drive resolution
Ensure effective communication and change management across stakeholders
Drive organizational scaling initiatives including workforce planning, org design, and onboarding
Reinforce a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement
Support internal communications and team engagement initiatives