Associate IT Director

About the Role :

We are seeking a seasoned Technology Leader to collaborate with the CTOs office in shaping and executing the IT strategy for our India Centre. This is a pivotal role focused on building and scaling a high-performing technology function, driving innovation, and ensuring alignment with global business priorities. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, a strong people leader, and a hands-on technologist capable of influencing across levels.

Key Responsibilities :

Technology Strategy & Initiatives :

- Define, scope, and execute strategic tech initiatives aligned with global objectives.

- Drive innovation, automation, and digital transformation efforts across the India Centre.

IT Organization Building :

- Establish the IT organization from the ground up in India.

- Define talent strategy and recruit top-tier technology professionals for long-term scalability.

Program Management :

- Lead end-to-end program delivery with an emphasis on timelines, quality, and impact.

- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, automation, support, and global teams to deliver results.

Stakeholder Engagement :

- Act as a bridge between global and India-based teams; work closely with the CTOs office and other senior stakeholders.

- Represent India in global technology forums and contribute to shaping HQ-level strategies.

Vendor to In-House Transition :

- Lead the transformation of third-party vendor setups into fully in-house teams.

- Ensure seamless knowledge transfer, operational continuity, and capability ramp-up.

Requirements :

- Experience : 15 - 20 years in technology leadership roles, ideally within large global MNCs.

- Global Exposure : Minimum 8 years working with international stakeholders and distributed teams.

- Technical Expertise : Strong foundation in software engineering, automation, enterprise platforms, and data analytics.

- Leadership : Proven track record in building and scaling IT organizations from the ground up.

- Program Management : Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives.

- Communication : Exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Bachelor's or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

- Experience in establishing or scaling technology capability centres (CoEs) in India.

- Prior engagement with CTO/CIO office transformation programs.