Senior IT Manager (Modern Infrastructure, Regional Scope)

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd. is seeking a Senior IT Manager to lead regional digital workplace transformation and oversee IT infrastructure strategy across multiple countries. The role emphasizes cloud adoption, AI-enabled tools, and strong governance.

You will manage Azure and Microsoft 365 ecosystems, drive modernization, and mentor a regional team while coordinating with vendors and stakeholders at executive levels. Fluent in English and Chinese preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a IT-related field is required.
• 10+ years of IT infrastructure experience with 5+ in a leadership role.
• Experience leading regional or multinational teams across countries.
• Strong cloud, cybersecurity, and AI adoption knowledge.
• Excellent vendor and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the regional IT infrastructure strategy.
• Lead design, implementation, and support of enterprise infrastructure services.
• Drive cloud adoption and optimization initiatives across Microsoft Azure.
• Manage and enhance Microsoft 365 ecosystem (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Intune, Entra ID).
• Champion AI-powered workplace tools such as Microsoft Copilot.
• Establish infrastructure security standards, DR capabilities, and compliance.
• Lead infrastructure projects across multiple countries within scope, budget and timelines.
• Manage third-party vendors, service providers, and outsourcing partners.
• Develop monitoring, automation, and operational processes for reliability.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing regional infrastructure team.

Skills

Leadership

Regional/Multinational experience

Cloud strategy

Cybersecurity

AI & automation

Stakeholder management

Vendor management

Team building

English & Chinese

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft 365

Entra ID (Azure AD)

Defender

Intune

SharePoint Online

Job description

Senior IT Manager (Modern Infrastructure, Regional Scope)

As a Senior Manager in the Technology department within the FMCG sector, you will be responsible for leading key technological initiatives and driving innovation. This role offers an impactful opportunity to lead shape and enhance operations through digital workplace transformation.

A FMCG organization is looking for new Senior IT Manager to lead their digital workplace transformation. Less experienced IT Infrastructure Manager will be considered should you have outstanding team leading experience and track record in driving / leading AI and automation projects.

• Define and execute the regional IT infrastructure strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, growth plans, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Lead the design, implementation, and support of enterprise infrastructure services, including cloud platforms, networks, servers, storage, identity management, and end-user computing.
• Drive cloud adoption and optimization initiatives across Microsoft Azure, including migration, governance, security, performance, and cost management.
• Manage and enhance the organization's Microsoft 365 ecosystem, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Intune, Entra ID (Azure AD), and related collaboration technologies.
• Champion the adoption of AI-powered workplace tools such as Microsoft Copilot, helping business functions improve productivity, collaboration, and decision-making.
• Establish and maintain infrastructure security standards, disaster recovery capabilities, business continuity plans, and compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Lead infrastructure projects and technology upgrades across multiple countries, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timelines.
• Manage third-party vendors, service providers, and outsourcing partners while maintaining agreed service levels and operational excellence.
• Develop infrastructure monitoring, automation, and operational processes to improve service reliability, performance, and user experience.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing regional infrastructure team, fostering continuous improvement, innovation, and technical excellence.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of IT infrastructure experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role managing regional or multinational environments.
• Strong hands-on expertise in Microsoft Azure cloud services, including networking, compute, storage, security, identity, governance, and migration strategies.
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft 365 technologies, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, Intune, Entra ID (Azure AD), Defender, and Microsoft Copilot.
• Proven experience managing hybrid cloud and on-premises environments, including Windows Server, virtualization platforms, backup solutions, and enterprise storage.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, identity and access management, endpoint security, zero-trust architecture, and risk management principles.
• Experience leading large-scale infrastructure modernization, cloud migration, digital workplace, or enterprise transformation programs.
• Strong knowledge of network infrastructure including SD-WAN, VPN, wireless networks, firewalls, load balancing, and connectivity management.
• Excellent stakeholder management, project management, and vendor management skills with the ability to communicate effectively at both technical and executive levels.
• Fluent English and Chinese communication skills
• Willing to travel quarterly
• Modern, secure, and scalable regional infrastructure environment
• Successful adoption of Azure cloud and Microsoft 365 technologies
• Increased productivity through AI-enabled tools such as Microsoft Copilot
• Improved cybersecurity posture and regulatory compliance
• High service reliability and user satisfaction across all regional offices
• Strong operational governance, automation, and cost optimization