IT Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE

Employment: Full Time

You will play a pivotal role managing the IT operations of a top-tier retail firm in Abu Dhabi.

Client Details
A successful company based in Abu Dhabi.

Description

- Oversee IT infrastructure services, including cloud server architecture, local and wide area networks, desktop applications, IT security, CCTV systems, and telecommunications.
- Lead the development and implementation of Microsoft Navision 2016/Business Central and LS Retail 2013 or later versions, including payroll and related systems.
- Manage the IT department, handling staff appraisals, career development, discipline, and overall team leadership.
- Work closely with management to propose, define, and deliver IT services to meet Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
- Develop and maintain IT hardware, software, and maintenance procedures, ensuring efficient system upgrades and updates.
- Manage annual and ongoing IT budgets while driving vendor management and cost optimisation.
- Ensure data protection, security policies, disaster recovery plans, and risk mitigation strategies are fully implemented.

Job Offer

This is a unique opportunity to join a leading organisation and play a key role at a growth stage. They offer a dynamic environment where you'll gain diverse experience, working alongside a supportive team.

Requirements:

- Extensive experience with Microsoft Navision 2016, and LS Retail.
- Hands-on experience in IT security, risk management, disaster recovery planning, and creating/implementing IT policies.
- Experience managing cloud technologies, including network security, vendor management, and using cloud storage solutions like OneDrive.
- Proven leadership skills with experience managing a small IT team and outsourced staff.
- Ability to prioritise tasks, make critical decisions, and solve complex technical problems.
- Currently based in the UAE, and ability to work in Abu Dhabi 5 days a week.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.