We are a multinational corporation serving both B2B & B2C markets with annual revenues of approximately €1 billion in the Netherlands and Belgium.
We have an excellent opportunity for a Head of IT Operations to support the CIO as his second-in-command.
This is a hybrid role with approx. 2-3 days in the office per week with occasional travel to Belgium.
About the role
You will be responsible for the day-to-day management and control of IT operations and delivery ensuring that IT service delivery operations are stable and predictable (Run & Change), allowing the CIO to focus on strategic initiatives.
Other core duties for this role are:
- Coordinating the delivery of IT operations according to organizational governance frameworks
- Ensuring that IT operations align with central IT platforms and architecture
- Representing and advocating for IT interests and requirements to the central IT function
- Ensuring that IT operations adhere to relevant business and legal standards, security and compliance frameworks
- Taking responsibility for the management of IT teams and supporting their development through coaching and training
About you
- Holds a bachelor’s or master’s degree in IT or a similar technology-related field, or has equivalent experience
- Extensive experience in operational IT management role(s) within complex environments
- Prior experience working in international matrix organizations is preferred
- Ability to empower teams and colleagues, guiding them to success
- Good strategizing and decision-making skills
- Pragmatic and resilient with a hands-on approach
- Excellent communicator with the ability to influence others and escalate effectively
- Able to act decisively while ensuring sensitivity within a culturally diverse environment
- Fluent in written and spoken English, conversational knowledge of Dutch.
What’s in it for you
- Base monthly salary of between €6900-7700 including holiday allowance
- Company car
- Competitive annual bonus scheme
- 25 vacation days with the option to purchase additional days
- Opportunities for career advancement and the chance to further develop yourself through education and training.
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