IT Manager

Position: IT MANAGER

Level: Senior Level

Location: Nairobi

Industry: Global Legal Consultancy

Nationality: Kenyan 

Age Group: Between 35-45 years 

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field;

• Proven experience as an IT Manager or a similar leadership role in a large-scale organization, preferably a reputable internationally affiliated law firm;

• strong technical knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure (with an emphasis on legal and accounting software), including Microsoft 365;

• excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and manage cross-functional teams;

• excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders;

• strong project management skills and experience leading large-scale technology projects; and

• experience working in a global organization and managing technology operations across multiple locations will be an added advantage.

Role and Responsibilities: 

The IT Manager will be responsible for overseeing all technology operations and ensuring the smooth functioning of IT systems across our company network. The successful candidate will have a track record of leading IT teams, delivering technology solutions, and driving innovation. A key requirement shall be sufficient knowledge and experience dealing with legal and accounting software. 

• develop and implement IT strategies and policies to align with business objectives and ensure optimal performance of technology systems;

• manage the day-to-day operations of the IT department and lead cross-functional teams to deliver technology solutions;

• oversee the development and implementation of security measures to protect sensitive information and ensure data privacy.

• ensure that technology systems and infrastructure are scalable, reliable, and capable of meeting the organisation growing needs;

• foster relationships with key stakeholders which will include our international offices, including business leaders, vendors, and IT staff, to ensure technology initiatives align with business goals;

• develop and manage the IT budget (working with the Partner in charge of the IT Committee) and ensure that resources are effectively utilized to deliver maximum value to the organisation; and

• stay up to date on the latest technology trends and innovations to make recommendations on how to leverage them to drive business growth.

Salary and Benefits: The best in the industry-but will depend on the background and the experience of the professional. Benefits as per the company policy

Joining:  Immediate or after notice period.