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# Chief Information Officer

- **Company:** Further Group
- **Location:** Madrid, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Application Integration Architecture, Cloud Computing, Decision Support Systems, Information Technology Operations, Systems Architecture, Workflow Management Systems, Working Model 2D, Data Strategy, Data Analytics, Low-code
- **Published:** September 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/chief-information-officer-en-madrid-ID-369834027

## About the Role

Senior technology leadership experience (CIO, CTO, Head of Technology, or equivalent).
Background in
Insurance, Financial Services, or other regulated / complex environments
preferred but not mandatory.
Demonstrated experience leading
technology transformation
, not just IT operations.
Experience modernising
manual or legacy-heavy businesses
is highly valued.
Exposure to PE-backed or growth-oriented environments is a strong plus.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English
Strategic, commercial, and pragmatic - able to balance ambition with execution.
Comfortable challenging the status quo and
raising the bar
on what the business expects from technology.
Able to translate complex technical ideas into
clear business language
.
Calm, credible presence with regulators, investors, and partners.
High integrity and strong ownership mindset.

## Description

Your mission (responsibilities):Further Groupis a private-equity backed, fast-growing specialist incancer-focused critical illness insurance and services.Headquartered in Madrid with international operations, we partner with global insurers, reinsurers, banks, and affinity organisations to improve access, outcomes, and economics of cancer care.Our platform integratesproduct development, pricing, reinsurance, and claims execution, and we are now strengthening our senior technical leadership as we scale internationally, and are seeking aChief Information Officerto join our business, and become a core member of the Group Executive Committee.PositionThe CIO will define and lead theTechnology & Digital visionfor the Group - transforming a largely manual, process-heavy organisation into ascalable, data-driven, automation-enabled platformwhile remaining proportionate, secure, and compliant.This role goes beyond IT operations. The CIO will act as astrategic partner to the CEO, CFO, and Commercial leadership, translating business ambition into a coherent technology roadmap that supports growth, margin expansion, and operational excellence.As our CIO, you'll get to:1. Technology & Digital VisionOwn and articulate aclear, multi-year Tech & Digital strategyaligned to the Group's commercial, operational, and regulatory objectives.Define what "good" looks like for the business in areas such as: Core systems architecture; Data, analytics, and reporting; Automation and workflow orchestration or AI-enabled decision support and efficiency.Act as athought leader internally, helping senior stakeholders understand what is possible with modern technology.2. Transformation & AutomationIdentify and prioritisehigh-impact opportunitiesto reduce manual effort within different departments.Drive the transition fromincremental improvementtostep-change transformationwhere justified.Leverage automation, low-code/no-code, and AI tools in acontrolled, value-led way3. Data, AI & InsightEstablish arobust data strategy:Introduce practical AI use cases such as: Document ingestion and triage, claims and case workflow support and risk, pricing, or operational insightsEnsure explainability, auditability, and regulatory appropriateness in all AI usage.4. Architecture, Systems & VendorsOwn theend-to-end systems landscape, including:Core operational platforms (CRM, policy admin, claims, data)Integration architecture and APIsCloud infrastructure and securityLeadvendor strategy.5. Governance, Security & RiskEnsure technology operations meet required standards.Work closely with Risk, Legal, and Compliance to embedproportionate controlswithout stifling innovation.Act as a senior point of accountability for tech-related risks.6. Leadership & Operating ModelLead, mentor, and upskill the existing IT / Technology team,Build acredible technology functionthat is respected by the business and trusted by external partners.Decide where specialist capability should be internal vs external.We'd love to meet someone who:Senior technology leadership experience (CIO, CTO, Head of Technology, or equivalent).Background inInsurance, Financial Services, or other regulated / complex environmentspreferred but not mandatory.Demonstrated experience leadingtechnology transformation, not just IT operations.Experience modernisingmanual or legacy-heavy businessesis highly valued.Exposure to PE-backed or growth-oriented environments is a strong plus.Excellent written and verbal communications skills in EnglishStrategic, commercial, and pragmatic - able to balance ambition with execution.Comfortable challenging the status quo andraising the baron what the business expects from technology.Able to translate complex technical ideas intoclear business language.Calm, credible presence with regulators, investors, and partners.High integrity and strong ownership mindset.What we're offering:Are you looking to gain hands-on experience in health insurance product development with mentorship from experienced professionals? Do you want to join a growing, dynamic and engaged international company with perspective for significant growth? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!We are looking for talented professionals who want to work in ahybrid working model, where you can enjoy the best of both worlds:three days in the office and two days at home. You will also benefit from a competitive compensation package that rewards your performance and skills.As part of our team,you will collaborate with colleagues from different countries and backgrounds, sharing your expertise and learning from theirs. You will work in amodern, open-plan office in a beautiful building in central Madrid, close to transport hubs. And you will have access to complementary fruit, tea and coffee to keep you energized throughout the day.In addition, we offer attractive employee benefits, includingCobeefor social benefits and flexible compensation, as well asWellhub, a platform designed to support your well-being and promote an active, healthy lifestyle.If this sounds like the ideal job for you, don't hesitate to apply now! We are looking forward to hearing from you!Why us?We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital, or disability status.About usWorking at Further


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