IT Director

Snaphunt; Les Ulis; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global mobility leasing organization is looking for a seasoned IT leader to develop and implement comprehensive IT strategies. In this role, you will manage extensive IT projects, ensure cybersecurity compliance, and align technological initiatives with business goals. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience, a strong technical background, and excellent leadership skills. This role offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to lead critical organizational improvements.

Prestations

Great work environment

Leadership Role

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in IT with leadership roles.
• Broad technical expertise in infrastructure and applications.
• Excellent English proficiency.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement IT strategy and infrastructure.
• Establish IT security and compliance policies.
• Drive organizational improvements and project management.
• Oversee IT project lifecycles and manage teams.

Connaissances

Organizational skills

Strategic thinking

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Technical interest

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Master's degree preferred

Outils

Project management tools

Description du poste

The Offer

• Great work environment
• Leadership Role
• Join a well known brand within the Financial Services Industry

The Job

You will be responsible for :

• IT Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive IT strategy, covering infrastructure (traditional and innovative, such as cloud) and applications (business software, internal / external solutions).
• Security & Compliance: Establish and enforce IT security and cybersecurity policies to mitigate risks (hacking, data breaches) and ensure compliance (GDPR).
• Business Alignment: Collaborate with business departments to understand their needs and develop an IT roadmap that aligns with their goals, considering technical, business, and financial constraints.
• Organizational Leadership: Drive organizational improvements, including project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and human capital development (change management, onboarding, skills enhancement).
• Technology Roadmap: Proactively identify and evaluate emerging technologies (through webinars, industry events, vendor meetings) to inform the technical roadmap.

Project Delivery :

• Oversee the full lifecycle of IT projects, including:
  • Infrastructure implementation (data centers, cloud solutions)
  • Software / package deployment (digital workplace suites, business applications)
  • Organizational changes (Agile transformations)
  • Data initiatives (KPIs, dashboards, reporting tools, databases, Big Data)
• Project Management: Manage project scope, budget, timelines, and quality.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective project delivery.
• Process Improvement: Implement efficient project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, SAFe, Lean, Kanban).
• Team Leadership: Lead digital transformation and change management initiatives, including workshops, training, and communication.
• Talent Management: Manage and develop a multidisciplinary team of IT professionals (managers, project directors, systems engineers, network administrators, developers, cybersecurity specialists), including recruitment, onboarding, training, and career development.

Stakeholder Engagement :

• Monitor technology and vendor landscape to identify solutions that align with business needs and budget.
• Collaborate with business units across the value chain to understand their challenges, define roadmaps, and ensure successful implementation and support.
• Communicate IT initiatives and priorities to internal IT teams, external partners, and company management.
• Regularly engage with senior management.
• Vendor Management: Work with service providers, including consulting firms, for outsourcing and IT management.
• Financial Management: Define and manage the IT budget.

The Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in IT, with significant experience in a leadership role. 18+ years preferred.
• Broad technical expertise across infrastructure and applications.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent English language proficiency.
• Deep understanding of the company's business, strategy, and user needs.
• Solid business acumen and financial management skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks (GDPR).
• Mastery of security standards, including cybersecurity best practices.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Strategic thinking and vision.
• Persuasive communication and influencing abilities.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Adaptability and resilience.
• Tenacity and drive.
• Interest in new technologies and technical issues
• Ability to simplify complex technical information.
• Crisis management skills

The Employer

Our client is a global mobility leasing organization with deep roots in the automotive sector