IT Manager (Infrastructure & Application)

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd is seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead technology operations and drive digital transformation across a Hong Kong office in a professional services setting.

You will oversee infrastructure, security, vendor relationships, and business applications while aligning IT strategy with business growth and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of IT experience with broad exposure across infrastructure, applications, and user support.
• Experience in a professional services environment is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to operate as a standalone or highly independent IT professional supporting a Hong Kong office environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary IT contact for the Hong Kong office, providing day-to-day technical support across hardware, software, and business applications.
• Lead the management and maintenance of IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, cloud platforms, cybersecurity controls, and end-user computing.
• Develop and execute IT strategies aligned with business objectives to support growth and operations.
• Gather business requirements, recommend technology solutions, and drive process improvements.
• Manage the full lifecycle of business application initiatives, including requirements gathering, project coordination, vendor management, system implementation, testing, and training.

Skills

IT management

Infrastructure

Vendor management

Project management

Stakeholder management

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

ReportNow

Job description

We are seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead and oversee the company's technology operations, infrastructure, and business applications, ensuring reliable and secure IT services across the organization. This role will drive IT strategy, vendor management, system enhancements, and digital transformation initiatives while supporting business growth in a dynamic financial services environment.

Our client is a well-established professional services organization with a strong presence in Hong Kong.

As an IT Manager, your main responsibilities will include:

• Act as the primary IT contact for the Hong Kong office, providing day-to-day technical support and resolving user issues across hardware, software, and business applications.
• Lead the management and maintenance of IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, cloud platforms, cybersecurity controls, and end-user computing environments.
• Develop and execute IT strategies aligned with business objectives, ensuring technology supports organizational growth and operational requirements.
• Serve as a business partner to stakeholders by gathering and analyzing business requirements, recommending technology solutions, and driving process improvements.
• Manage the full lifecycle of business application initiatives, including requirements gathering, project coordination, vendor management, system implementation, testing (UAT), user training, and post-go-live support.
• Oversee the maintenance and enhancement of enterprise applications to ensure optimal performance and user adoption.
• Manage relationships with external vendors, system integrators, and technology service providers, ensuring service quality and timely delivery.
• Monitor IT security, system availability, and business continuity measures to safeguard company data and operations.
• Manage IT budgets, technology procurement, software licensing, and IT asset inventories.
• Establish IT policies, procedures, and best practices while promoting continuous improvement across the organization.

A successful IT Manager should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of IT experience with broad exposure across infrastructure, applications, and user support.
• Prior experience within a professional services environment is highly preferred.
• Proven experience operating as a standalone or highly independent IT professional supporting a Hong Kong office environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of IT infrastructure, networks, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, and enterprise applications.
• Experience acting as a Project Manager and/or Business Analyst for application implementation and enhancement projects, including requirements gathering, vendor coordination, testing, and user training.
• Demonstrated track record in managing technology projects and working effectively with external vendors and service providers.
• Familiarity with Enterprise Application Platforms (EAP) and workflow automation solutions, such as ReportNow or similar enterprise systems, with experience in system administration, enhancement, vendor coordination, user support, and business process optimization.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into practical technology solutions.
• Hands-on, self-motivated, and capable of balancing strategic initiatives with day-to-day operational support.
• Experience in financial services, professional services, or other regulated industries would be an advantage.Excellent command of English and Chinese
• Permanent position based in Hong Kong.