About the Role
Join Mizuho as a Technology Transformation Lead! In this role, you will act as a senior individual‑contributor role reporting directly to the CTO. This role exists to own and deliver complex, cross‑divisional technology initiatives to completion. You will operate as the CTO’s execution partner: taking ambiguous, high‑impact transformation initiatives, forcing clarity, aligning stakeholders, and making progress where initiatives have previously stalled. You will not initially manage a team, but you will be expected to lead through influence, credibility, and relentless follow‑through. The ideal candidate is someone who builds momentum, pushes decisions, and gets things done. Success is measured by outcomes delivered. Key Responsibilities Own delivery of high‑priority technology transformation initiatives across infrastructure, applications, data, and operating model changes. Drive cross‑functional execution across technology, operations, risk, finance, and business teams—without relying on formal authority. Identify execution gaps, decision blockers, and organizational friction; surface issues early and push for resolution. Hold senior stakeholders accountable for commitments, timelines, and outcomes. Establish lightweight, pragmatic execution disciplines (plans, milestones, dependencies, risks)—only where they materially improve delivery. Track progress against outcomes, not activity; escalate decisively when delivery is at risk. Prepare concise, decision‑oriented updates for the CTO and senior leadership—focused on trade‑offs, risks, and actions required. As initiatives mature, help shape the future transformation and delivery model (including potential build‑out of a small execution team). What This Role Is Not Not a traditional PMO role. Not a passive program coordination function. Not a reporting‑only or governance‑only position. Qualifications At least 10+ years of experience driving complex technology or enterprise change initiatives in large organizations. Demonstrated track record of taking hard, cross‑organizational initiatives from concept to execution in banking, financial services, or other complex, regulated environments. Experience operating effectively without a large team, using influence, credibility, and persistence. Strong understanding of enterprise technology environments (applications, infrastructure, data, vendors, operating models). High tolerance for ambiguity; able to impose structure and momentum where none exists. Comfortable challenging senior leaders constructively and forcing decisions when needed. Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills—direct, clear, and outcome‑focused. Experience with technology transformation, enterprise architecture, platform modernization, or large‑scale remediation initiatives. The expected base salary ranges from $200k-$300k. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus. #LI-Hybrid Other requirements Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process. Company Overview Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com. Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package. We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran. We participate in the E-Verify program. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law. #LI-MIZUHO Why Mizuho Mizuho is in growth mode as we are climbing the league tables, disrupting the status quo, and attracting top talent. Positions are available across our corporate functions, and on our corporate and investment banking, capital markets, advisory, research, sales & trading, derivatives, and financing teams. We are looking for candidates who want to contribute to our entrepreneurial culture where people at all levels are inspired to share ideas. Our creativity sets us apart, and our perseverance drives results in creating bespoke, client-focused solutions. If you are interested in advancing your career working for a firm with a growth mindset and the resources of a global financial services team, we would like to hear from you. For more information, please view our Recruiting Brochure