Global CIO

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 2,000,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd is seeking a proven technology executive to set a global IT vision and lead digital transformation across the organization.

You will partner with senior leaders to drive AI, automation, cloud, and enterprise applications, while ensuring cybersecurity and risk management.

This permanent, globally scoped role offers opportunities across APAC, Europe, and the Americas with performance-based rewards.

Qualifications

• Proven technology executive with global IT leadership
• Strong track record in AI, automation, cloud, cybersecurity
• Experience leading digital transformation across enterprise platforms

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide technology modernization initiatives
• Establish and drive the enterprise AI and automation strategy
• Oversee global technology operations and cybersecurity
• Partner with executive leadership to align technology with business objectives
• Drive cloud-first strategies and ERP/CRM modernization

Skills

Tech leadership

AI & automation

Cloud technologies

Cybersecurity

Enterprise apps

Vendor management

Budget management

Stakeholder influence

Global team leadership

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

• Develop and execute a global technology vision aligned with the company's growth strategy and business objectives.
• Partner closely with executive leadership to identify opportunities where technology can enhance operational efficiency, customer experience, scalability, and competitive advantage.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on technology trends, investments, innovation, cybersecurity, and digital transformation.
• Lead enterprise-wide technology modernization initiatives that support the organization's future growth ambitions.
• Establish and drive the company's enterprise AI and automation strategy.
• Identify and implement practical use cases for generative AI, machine learning, analytics, and intelligent automation across business functions.
• Leverage technology and data to improve decision-making, productivity, service delivery, and customer engagement.
• Create governance frameworks to ensure responsible, compliant, and secure use of AI technologies.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their potential business impact and commercial value.

Enterprise Applications & Digital Transformation

• Lead the modernization and optimization of enterprise platforms and business applications, including ERP, CRM, HR, financial, compliance, and operational systems.
• Drive cloud-first strategies and the migration of legacy platforms to scalable, integrated technology environments.
• Simplify and streamline business processes through automation, system integration, and improved data management.
• Ensure enterprise systems support global operational consistency and provide accurate, reliable business insights.

Technology Operations & Cybersecurity

• Oversee global technology operations, including infrastructure, networks, cloud environments, cybersecurity, service management, and disaster recovery.
• Ensure technology platforms remain secure, resilient, efficient, and aligned with evolving business needs.
• Establish best-practice governance, architecture, security, compliance, and risk-management standards.
• Monitor and improve service delivery performance through appropriate controls, metrics, and operational frameworks.
• Develop and manage the global technology budget, ensuring investments generate measurable business value.
• Lead strategic sourcing, vendor selection, contract negotiations, and third-party technology partnerships.
• Optimize technology spending while balancing innovation, operational requirements, and future growth initiatives.

Leadership & Organizational Development

• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing global technology organization.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support talent development, succession planning, and capability building across technology teams.
• Promote technology adoption and change management throughout the organization.

Candidate Profile

• Proven technology executive (CIO, CTO, CDO or equivalent) with experience leading global IT functions and large-scale digital transformation.
• Strong track record in AI, automation, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, and enterprise applications.
• Experience driving technology-enabled business growth, operational efficiency, and organizational change.
• Ability to influence executive stakeholders and align technology strategy with business objectives.
• Strong commercial acumen with responsibility for budgets, technology investments, and vendor management.
• Proven leadership managing global teams within complex, multinational environments.

Preferred Experience

• Background in regulated, compliance-driven, professional services, industrial, engineering, or technical services sectors.
• Experience supporting multinational operations across APAC, Europe, and the Americas.
• Exposure to customer-facing digital platforms, B2B solutions, and enterprise systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics.

An organisation in the business services industry located globally

• Performance-based bonus.
• Permanent position with a global scope of responsibilities.