IT Executive

Job description / Role

Essential Duties:

• Define IT strategy and roadmap, aligning it with the business objectives.
• Supervise the implementation of IT systems, ensuring that the infrastructure and applications meet business requirements and are implemented in a timely manner.
• Oversee all technology operations (e.g., network security) and evaluate them according to established goals.
• Design, develop, implement, and coordinate systems, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure data integrity and cybersecurity, safeguarding the company's sensitive information.
• Prepare, manage and control the IT department's annual operating and capital budgets.
• Identify and eliminate security vulnerabilities with strategic solutions that increase data safety.
• Manage relationships with vendors and service providers, ensuring that all IT equipment and services are purchased at cost-effective rates.
• Conduct research to discover innovative technologies that can enhance and optimize business performance.
• Develop and lead IT human resources to meet strategic goals.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an IT Executive or similar managerial role, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the field.
• In-depth knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure, as well as a solid understanding of data analysis, budgeting, and business operations.
• Superior knowledge of IT industry's best practices, trends, and technological advancements.
• Proficiency in project management and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Superior analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a strategic mindset.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex IT concepts into easy-to-understand language for business stakeholders.
• Exceptional project management and service orientation skills.
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, CompTIA Security+, CISSP) are advantageous.

About the Company

Quest Search & Selection is a specialist recruitment consultancy with over 20 years' experience in sourcing the world's best candidates for the global Retail, FMCG and Hospitality sectors.

With offices in the UK & Dubai, we have an international presence and a global reach. Our recruiters place candidates locally and internationally for a wide variety of roles focusing on the following areas:

Retail Buying & Merchandising, E-commerce & Digital, Food & Beverage, Hotels, Hospitality & Operations, Retail Stores & Operations, HR & Recruitment, Procurement, Supply Chain & Logistics, Sales & Marketing, Technical and New Product Development.

We work in partnership with our clients who range from famous international brands within the Retail, Restaurant, Hotel and Consumer products space. Our reputation is built on our in-depth understanding of the industry and our consultants' skill, knowledge and passion for their sectors.