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Do you want to make a difference and contribute to creating a better world? Are you interested in developing your skills and knowledge, while putting your ideals to work? Join us, we are a frontrunner in ethical banking and global impact investing, and we need people like you to make change happen.

We believe that money can change the world for the better. In fact, our organisation was founded on this belief. Our mission is to create a society that protects and promotes the quality of life of all its members with human dignity at its core.

In light of the announcement that our current Group Director Digital & Technology will be transitioning to the CIO position, we are seeking to appoint a strategically minded and experienced leader to fill this position.

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How you will make a difference

You will help us to ‘change finance to finance change’, by shaping the digital future of our bank. As our Group Director Digital & Technology, you will drive our digital transformation and innovation, develop and implement the D&T strategy, and safeguard a resilient infrastructure to deliver reliable, secure, and innovative digital services to co-workers and customers.

More specifically you will:

• Partner at all levels inside and outside of the organization to develop, implement, and execute a group-wide D&T strategy, that enables the organization's strategic objectives and improves the speed of change and cost efficiency of the bank.
• Lead the Digital and Technology function for Triodos Group and lead the digital transformation roadmap, balancing day-to-day operations with strategic change initiatives and the need to remain compliant and in control.
• Be responsible for the development and implementation of a scalable, adaptive and cost-efficient ICT architecture, using the potential of external partnerships to increase our pace of change.
• Ensure a secure, reliable infrastructure and workspace, supported by efficient IT processes and operations
• Lead the application of emerging technologies to create innovative solutions for co-workers and customers.
• Drive group-wide change initiatives in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners
• Safeguard information security, IT risks, cybersecurity, and business continuity, ensuring resilience against threats and disruptions.

What you will bring

Your unique potential and your values matter for us most. We look for people who are self-aware and who think in a holistic way, always conscious about their impact on society, environment, and the economy.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Be an inspirational leader with a track record of developing and motivating high performing international teams.
• Be able to influence and persuade as a result-oriented leader who wants to make positive impact.
• Demonstrate integrity and honesty as an empathetic leader who, despite facing challenges, can persuade others and clearly communicates the chosen direction (showing strong interpersonal skills).
• Be a skilled communicator, able to connect with co-workers, internal and external partners.
• Bring an entrepreneurial mindset, focused on delivering impactful results for customers and co-workers.

Furthermore, it is expected that you will have:

• Proven senior leadership in multi-country environments, ideally in the financial industry.
• Experience driving digital transformation, ICT strategy, and large-scale IT operations.
• Deep expertise in ICT architecture, infrastructure, software solutions, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.
• Experience with working in a multicultural environment and embracing Agile and EDI values.
• Fluency in English in both speaking and writing.

Your future colleagues

You will be reporting directly to the CIO and be a part of the CIO leadership team.

Digital & Technology consists of four departments at the moment of approximately 230 FTE (D&T Strategy & Architecture, Software Solutions, Platforms & Infrastructure, IT Risk & Resilience, and Services & Change).

Your role is also part of the Operational Risk Committee (ORC) and the Transformation Committee (TC), assigning resources and budget to the Group Change initiatives.

Offer

What we offer you

An inspiring work culture

The most important thing about working with us is that you are part of community that is changing the world for the better. We are constantly improving our work culture to create conditions where every person can thrive, so you are able to:

• find a sense of meaning in your work
• create positive energy and impact with your co-workers
• build mutual trust and respect in working relationships
• enjoy fulfilment at a professional and personal level

A comfortable working environment

Our award-winning sustainable head office is based in Driebergen-Zeist, the Netherlands at the Reehorst Estate, just a 3 minutes’ walk from the train station. Combined with working from home, it is an inspiring place to work and connect with your colleagues. One of the interesting facts about it is that we can completely take the building apart and move it to a new location.

And of course, great remuneration and working conditions

• a salary appropriate to the position, our remuneration policy and your experience
• an attractive pension policy
• a mobility card (including free private travels)
• flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home
• reimbursement of a company bicycle to the max of € 1,500
• 30 holiday days with a 40-hour working week, plus the option of buying 2 weeks of extra holiday days
• extra leave to contribute to voluntary work
• a range of education and training opportunities
• the option to join our collective health insurance
• a working from home allowance per home office day
• suitable home office equipment up to € 750 every 5 years

Sounds interesting?

If you feel that you want to make a difference, don’t hesitate to join the Triodos community by applying for this role.

Everyone is welcome to join us. Our culture is built on values that aim to benefit both society and individuals. We are committed to equity and diversity, and we value everyone’s perspective. We strive to create an environment in which all co-workers and our broader community can feel safe and included.

The closing date for applications is: 19.09.2025

If the role interests you but you still have some questions, please connect with us via email: careers@triodos.com. If there are any additional adjustments you may need during the application process, please let us know.

We also don’t want to miss out on candidates who feel they don’t exactly match the job description, so if this is a role that sounds interesting to you, and you feel you could add value, please apply!

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Who we are

Triodos Bank is a leading expert in sustainable banking, founded in 1980 in the Netherlands, with branches in Belgium, Germany, United Kingdom, and Spain.

Triodos Investment Management is a globally recognised leader in impact investing, that currently manages 20 funds invested in both Europe and emerging markets.

Triodos Regenerative Money Centre is our business unit launched in 2019 with the explicit goal of restoring and regenerating nature and society.

We are a certified B Corp since 2015. B Corp is a growing global community of successful and sustainable companies that create positive social impact and change.

We are also one of the founders of The Global Alliance for Banking on Values, a global network of independent banks using finance to deliver sustainable economic, social, and environmental development.

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