We are seeking an experienced IT Senior Manager (m/f/d) to lead the technology, infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity and IT governance activities of a global PE Firm operating under the supervision of regulators such as CSSF, BaFin and other authorities.
The successful candidate will ensure that the technology environment remains secure, resilient, compliant and cost-efficient while supporting the firm’s continued growth and international development.
The Firm operates across five offices located on three continents and supports a hybrid workforce. The role requires balancing strategic leadership with a pragmatic and hands-on approach within a lean organizational structure. The successful candidate will oversee a relatively small international IT function while coordinating external service providers and technology partners to deliver secure, scalable and efficient services across the Firm.
This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the Firm’s cloud strategy, cybersecurity framework, operational resilience capabilities and technology governance model in an increasingly regulated environment.
Key responsibilities
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Define and execute the global IT strategy.
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Define and execute the global cloud strategy, ensuring secure, scalable and cost-efficient use of cloud services across the organization.
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Manage infrastructure, cloud environments, networks, workplace technologies and cybersecurity.
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Oversee cybersecurity across a multi-jurisdictional operating environment, including five offices located on three continents and a hybrid workforce.
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Ensure secure remote access, identity management and endpoint protection for employees operating in a flexible working environment.
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Lead the global cloud governance, security architecture and cyber resilience initiatives.
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Lead the implementation and ongoing maintenance of DORA and related regulatory requirements.
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Oversee IT governance, operational resilience, business continuity and disaster recovery frameworks.
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Manage relationships with IT vendors, managed service providers, software vendors and cybersecurity partners.
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Challenge suppliers and negotiate contracts to ensure high service quality and cost efficiency.
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Prepare and manage the IT budget with a pragmatic approach focused on value creation and cost optimization.
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Act as the primary IT contact for regulators, auditors and risk management functions.
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Lead a lean IT organization and coordinate external service providers across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring efficient delivery of technology services throughout the Group.
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Translate strategic decisions from Group Management into operational execution and ensure delivery by internal teams and external providers.
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Drive technology transformation and process improvement initiatives across the Firm.
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10+ years of experience in senior IT leadership roles within Asset Management, Private Equity, Alternative Investments or Banking or other regulated financial institutions
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Proven experience working within regulated environments and interacting with authorities such as, CSSF, BaFin, AMF and Other European regulators
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Strong experience in:
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Cybersecurity and operational resilience
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Infrastructure and cloud environments
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Cloud platforms and cloud governance (Microsoft 365, Azure and/or equivalent enterprise environments)
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Microsoft SharePoint administration and lifecycle management
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Global cybersecurity frameworks, identity and access management, endpoint security and secure remote working environments
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DORA implementation
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IT outsourcing and vendor management
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Budget management and cost optimization
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Ability to operate effectively with Executive Management while maintaining a hands-on and pragmatic approach.
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Experience managing geographically distributed environments across multiple offices and jurisdictions.
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Strong leadership, communication and execution capabilities.
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Fluent German and English required, French desirable.
What we are looking for
A pragmatic and business-oriented IT leader capable of combining:
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Regulatory rigor;
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Strong infrastructure, cloud and cybersecurity expertise;
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Effective management of globally distributed technology environments;
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Leadership of a lean international IT organization supported by external service providers;
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Vendor and outsourcing governance;
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Cost discipline;
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And the ability to ensure that strategic decisions are successfully implemented across a multi-office, international organization operating across three continents with a hybrid workforce.
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This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the technology, cybersecurity and operational resilience framework of a growing international asset management platform
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International working environment
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Open communication, flat hierarchies, and short decision-making processes
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Hybrid working model
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Attractive workplace at the corporate headquarters campus in Bad Homburg, featuring an employee restaurant
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Company pension scheme
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Bicycle leasing scheme
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Complimentary beverages and snacks
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Regular employee events
HQ Capital is a global private equity specialist that has deployed $13.3 billion of capital into globally and regionally focused private equity investments on behalf of institutional and private clients since 1989. As of December 31, 2025, the firm has invested in 960+ funds and direct companies alongside 300+ fund managers across North America, Europe and Asia. HQ Capital’s investments include private equity primary funds, secondary transactions, and co-investments alongside relationship deal sponsors. With more than 80+ employees based in Miami, New York, Bad Homburg, Singapore and Hong Kong, HQ Capital leverages local relationship networks and market knowledge to provide clients with sustainable value creation, diversification, attractive risk-adjusted returns, and responsible investing strategies alongside leading global private equity managers.
HQ Capital has executed on 226 secondary transactions since 1992 representing $2.8 billion of committed capital as of December 31, 2025. We would be pleased to provide references from sellers with whom we have completed secondary transactions, as well as from fund general partners with whom we have effectively and efficiently completed secondary transactions or in whose funds we are currently a limited partner on a primary basis.
