Country IT Manager

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Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, MYS
Hybrid
Senior level
Marketing Tech
The Role
Oversee Malaysian IT operations, infrastructure, systems, and processes while aligning local execution with global IT strategy. Lead the local IT team, coordinate with global stakeholders, resolve technology challenges, support business units, maintain data security and compliance, and recommend improvements based on emerging technologies and industry trends.
Summary Generated by Built In

As the Country IT Manager, they will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing IT infrastructure, systems, and processes within our Malaysian operations. This role is pivotal in aligning local IT needs with the company's global vision, ensuring seamless integration and efficient operations. The new recruit will work closely with both business stakeholders and the global IT team to achieve these objectives.

Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the local IT team, providing strategic direction and guidance.
  • Implement and oversee the execution of global IT strategies at the country level.
  • Ensure effective communication and collaboration between local and global IT teams.
  • Identify and address local IT challenges, proposing innovative solutions.
  • Manage and optimize IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, and networks.
  • Ensure data security and compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
  • Stay updated with industry trends and technologies, recommending improvements.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to business units as required.
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their IT needs and requirements.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in IT management, with a proven track record of success.
  • Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach.
  • Deep understanding of IT infrastructure, systems, and processes.
  • Experience in working with diverse, global teams and stakeholders.
  • Ability to think strategically and drive innovation in IT operations.
  • Proficiency in project management and the ability to deliver results.
  • Analytical mindset with problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
  • Willingness to stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.
About UsIpsos is one of the world’s largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a #1 full-service research organization for four consecutive years. With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. And we are proud of our continuous efforts in making Ipsos the best place to work!

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in IT management
  • Proven track record of success in IT management
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Deep understanding of IT infrastructure, systems, and processes
  • Experience working with diverse, global teams and stakeholders
  • Strategic thinking and ability to drive innovation in IT operations
  • Proficiency in project management
  • Analytical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
  • Willingness to stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends

Ipsos Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ipsos and has not been reviewed or approved by Ipsos.

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off policies include generous vacation allowances, paid sick time, volunteer days, Summer Fridays, and an extra birthday day in some regions. Allowances in some markets increase with tenure and include options to buy or sell holiday time.
  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans multiple medical plans, dental and vision care, an Employee Assistance Program, and employer-funded income protection and life assurance in certain regions. Private medical coverage is offered for some levels, alongside mental health support resources.
  • Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available across regions, with multi-month options and equal maternity and paternity leave in the UK. Flexible working approaches and family-friendly policies are emphasized.

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The Company
HQ: Paris
14,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1975

What We Do

In our world of rapid change, the need for reliable information to make confident decisions has never been greater. At Ipsos we believe our clients need more than a data supplier, they need a partner who can produce accurate and relevant information and turn it into actionable truth. This is why our passionately curious experts not only provide the most precise measurement, but shape it to provide True Understanding of Society, Markets and People. To do this we use the best of science, technology and know-how and apply the principles of security, simplicity, speed and substance to everything we do. So that our clients can act faster, smarter and bolder. Ultimately, success comes down to a simple truth: YOU ACT BETTER WHEN YOU ARE SURE First listed on the Paris Stock Exchange: July 1, 1999 Total revenues in 2019: 2,003.3 million euros

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