Group Chief Information Officer - IT

Role Overview: As the Group Chief Information Officer (CIO), you will play a crucial role in leading the digital transformation journey of the company. Your primary responsibility will be to oversee the entire IT ecosystem and ensure that technology initiatives are closely aligned with strategic business goals. Your deep understanding of real estate processes will be instrumental in implementing scalable, secure, and efficient IT systems to drive business growth effectively. Key Responsibilities: - Define and execute the company's IT vision in alignment with the business goals. - Identify and implement emerging technologies such as AI, IoT, PropTech, and RPA to enhance property management, construction, and customer engagement. - Lead digitization initiatives across various departments like sales, CRM, ERP, and project monitoring. - Enhance user experience through mobile apps, portals, and virtual site visits. - Manage enterprise IT infrastructure encompassing cloud, on-premises, and hybrid systems. - Ensure high availability, scalability, and security of core IT systems. - Establish robust data protection and cybersecurity policies while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. - Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to maintain a secure IT environment. - Utilize Zoho ecosystem (CRM, Projects, Creator, People, etc.) for seamless integration of customer and business workflows. - Manage IT budgets, procurement activities, vendor negotiations, and contracts effectively. - Oversee relationships with software partners, hardware vendors, and consultants to ensure smooth operations. - Build and lead a high-performing IT team, fostering innovation and continuous improvement within the team. Qualification Required: - Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. - MBA (preferred) for enhancing business acumen and strategic thinking. - Proven experience in driving digital transformation within real estate or related industries. - Strong knowledge of real estate systems such as ERP (SAP, Oracle), CRM (Salesforce, Zoho), BIM, GIS, Smart Building Systems, etc. - Experience with cybersecurity frameworks, cloud technologies like AWS, Azure, and analytics platforms such as Power BI, Tableau. - Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills are essential for this role.,