CIO / IT Head - UAE National

Job description / Role

Please note that this is an exclusive role.

On behalf of our client, a government entity, we are seeking an experienced CIO / IT Head, UAE National to join our client’s office in Dubai.

In this role, you will putting in place a department of IT professionals and report directly to the CEO and the Board. Your role will focus on managing all operational IT activities and the IT infrastructure for the business. You will hire and lead a small team, proving coaching and training support.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates must possess:

• UAE Nationality
• Strong experience within IT at a managerial level (CIO, Head of IT level)
• Comfortable in leading key projects
• Strong managerial skills

If you possess the above qualifications and are interested in taking your career to the next level, please apply now.

Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.

In this role, you must be self-confident, committed and enthusiastic, with the ability to work and represent the company at the highest standard. In turn, our offers a fantastic career opportunity and development, competitive remuneration, and a chance to work within an international and high-level team.

About the Company

Swisslinx Middle East is a leading executive search firm in the region. We specialise in recruitment solutions, talent acquisition and career advice across a wide range of markets within the financial services sector.

We are located in the heart of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) which gives us unrivalled access to onshore Middle Eastern clients and candidates. We also partner with clients in London, Zurich, Geneva, Zug, Frankfurt and Paris and have been instrumental in establishing onshore Middle Eastern and Emerging Market teams.

We believe in building long-term relationships with our clients helping them develop successful, sustainable businesses. Transparency, trust and discretion drive the way in which we mediate between clients and candidates and ensure we consistently deliver results.