Assistant IT Lead - Information Technology - Jumeirah Mina Al Salam (National Talent)

Jumeirah

8-10 Years

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

Posted 12 hours ago
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Job Description

About Jumeirah

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 29 properties across 11 countries in the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and exclusive residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.

About Madinat Jumeirah

Set along a two-kilometre stretch of private coastline, Madinat Jumeirah is a beachfront resort comprising four distinctive hotels. Each offers uninterrupted views of the Arabian Gulf and the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, with experiences ranging from the contemporary elegance of Jumeirah Al Naseem to the majestic Arabesque charm of Jumeirah Al Qasr. Guests can also enjoy the serene waterfront setting of Jumeirah Mina Al Salam and the secluded Arabian houses of Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf. Together, they form a one-of-a-kind destination rooted in Arabian luxury hospitality. The resort features over 20 curated restaurants and lounges, the traditional Souk Madinat Jumeirah, dedicated kids clubs and some of the region's most versatile event and conference spaces

About the Job:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant IT lead to join our hotel Jumeirah Mina Al Salam

The main duties and responsibilities of this role include:

- Lead Customer Experience, Operational Excellence, and Digital Channels initiatives using Agile methodologies to ensure high-quality delivery and continuous improvement.

- Develop and implement property-specific IT strategies and plans aligned with Group IT objectives, ensuring SLA compliance and quality standards.

- Manage IT operations and deliveries, proactively resolving technical issues, risks, and project impediments while collaborating with Group IT.

- Ensure compliance with IT standards, cybersecurity, data protection, and operational processes, while maintaining high system availability and service levels.

- Drive improvements in Wi-Fi connectivity, cloud infrastructure, hotel systems, and IT support to enhance the guest and colleague experience.

- Promote digital adoption and innovation, identifying emerging trends and delivering training and coaching to foster a digital-first culture.

About You:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications

8+ years of IT experience within the luxury hospitality industry, ideally in a large or complex hotel environment.
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft technologies and platforms, with strong analytical, strategic planning, and execution skills.
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, Customer Experience (CX), and Design Thinking.
Excellent organizational, project management, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and resources.
Strong communication, influencing, and collaboration skills, with experience working in multicultural, diverse, and matrixed/federated organizations.

About the Benefits

At Jumeirah, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our benefits package reflects this commitment by combining rewarding financial incentives, comprehensive healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits include: