IT Area Lead - Lending & Insurance

At ING, we want to make life simpler and more worthwhile – for everyone who banks with us, for the people who work with us, and the community at large, too. We’ve built a culture that’s fun, friendly and supportive – it’s the kind of place where you can be yourself and make the most of whatever you have to offer. As IT Area Lead , you will define and drive the Tribe's technology strategy, leading the delivery of technology solutions that support business success while embedding ING's One Way of Working and engineering culture. Reporting to the Head of Technology Retail , you will partner with Tribe Leads, Architecture, and Business stakeholders to deliver a portfolio of strategic initiatives, lead technology professionals and delivery partners, and ensure the security, stability, lifecycle management, and continuous improvement of the Tribe's technology assets and applications. If you’re ready to do your thing, we’d love to hear from you What you’ll do … Lead end-to-end delivery across the Tribe, ensuring technology changes are executed efficiently, successfully, and delivers measurable business value. Partner with Tribe Leadership to define and execute a technology strategy that supports ING's objectives and accelerates innovation. Build and inspire high-performing engineering teams, fostering a strong culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous development. Drive Agile and continuous delivery practices to improve speed, quality, predictability, and customer outcomes. Ensure all technology solutions are secure, resilient, and aligned with enterprise architecture and engineering standards. Own the health, stability, risk, security, and lifecycle management of the Tribe's technology assets and applications. What we’re looking for…. Proven technology leadership with experience leading large engineering and delivery teams within banking or financial services environments. Strong expertise in modern technology delivery, including Agile, DevOps, cloud technologies, application migration, and enterprise-scale platforms such as J2EE and .NET. Demonstrated ability to define and execute technology strategy, aligning business objectives, architecture direction, risk frameworks, and operational excellence. Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience influencing and engaging senior executives, including C-suite leaders. Track record of building high-performing engineering teams, developing capability, driving engineering culture, and managing strategic vendor partnerships and large-scale delivery portfolios. What’s in it for you? Discounted ING Health Insurance. An additional Rest Day to support your wellbeing. An IMPACT Day to volunteer on approved sustainability activity. About Us At ING, we’re all about making life simpler and more rewarding - for the people who bank with us, the team members who work with us, and the communities we’re proud to support. Joining ING means stepping into an environment where your individuality isn’t just welcomed - it’s celebrated. We’ve built a culture that’s fun, inclusive, and supportive, giving you the freedom to be yourself, so you can do your thing. Whether you’re taking ownership of exciting projects, thinking outside the box, or working with global colleagues, you’ll find ING is the kind of place where growth isn’t just a possibility; it’s a promise. As a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and Family Inclusive workplace, you’ll feel the difference in how we value and champion our people. We make hiring decisions based on your skills, capabilities, and how you align with our values - not on ticking every box. So, if you’re interested but don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply. We’re invested in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong. We’re your allies in helping you do your thing during the recruitment process, so let us know (email below) if you require any support or adjustments when you apply Sounds like your kind of vibe? We can’t wait to hear from you! (One last note: We operate using a direct talent sourcing model, so no agency introductions, please.) Need more? Contact: Saikat Dastidar at For support and adjustments, including DEI, LGBTQI+ confidential application support enquiries: Applications close on 26th August. #LI-DNI