Robotics Process Automation Practice Lead

Description

• To oversee robotic process automation implementations and internal transformation efforts
• To work with business units to leverage Robotic Process Automation technology in order to enable automation of business processes and continuous process improvement
• To lead a multidisciplinary team of process automation specialists

Duties

• Identify and assess potential processes for Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and analytics solutions
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies, governance, integrity, and practice standards to identify and manage risk exposure in area of responsibility and audit requirements during execution
• Drive and implement rigorous quality standards for all aspects of the automation delivery from initial concept to final commissioning and handover
• Prioritize the process pipeline to deliver automation in a cost-effective manner and against business requirements
• Compile reports that track progress and evaluate the impact of the RPA function across the organization
• Manage team performance to exceed service delivery in support of business operational objectives
• Demonstrate innovation by applying continuous improvement of best practices leading to reduced costs and increased performance
• Effectively manage the automation resources to deliver complex multiple projects on time and to budget
• Oversee the quality delivery of the robotics solutions in accordance with the given delivery methodology of the robotics software
• Establish mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders that support thought leadership, innovative and integrated practice solutions
• Manage the automated processes on a daily basis to ensure they are scheduled in line with Business requirements and exceptions

Requisites

• Have a bachelor's degree in BCom Informatics / BSc Computer Science / BSc Information Technology and Blue Prism Developer Certified Accreditation will be an added advantage
• Have 3 to 5 years of experience as a software/system developer, of which 3 to 4 years in a senior role within an RPA environment

Notes

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
• All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan
• The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities
• In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis
• The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties