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Head of Podium Envision and Create

As a leading property developer, builder and owner, our integrated model, global scale and local expertise allows us to deliver transformational urbanization projects that are embraced by users and create long term value for stakeholders.

A highly effective leader with considerable experience of Global IT Operations, Solutions & Services programmes across wide range of vertical sectors (Property, Construction, Retail, Investment & Asset Management)An entrepreneurial individual with excellent presentation, communication and writing skills.Extensive experience of influencing and negotiating at C Level within major organisations with full Commercial and P&L responsibility.Experience of managing the merger and acquisition process from due diligence through to Contract negotiation flow down. Organisational restructure including implementation, staff transition & TUPE issues and contract managementA track record in driving Operational and Commercial Change Management and Business Process Redesign programmes, including Oracle, BPM, MDM, and Business Intelligence and Reporting Platforms Experienced in IT Services Contract negotiation and Delivery, SLA & KPI Management Skilled in Application Development Team Management, Product and Vendor Selection, Project Management frameworks, system operations, business continuity, and infrastructure management, end user support and telecommunicationsExtensive Business & Financial acumen including financial planning and control, budgeting, and ROISpecialties: ICT Leadership and ManagementICT Architecture & StrategyICT, Project Portfolio & Programme Management (PMP Qualified)Business Improvement and TransformationICT Service, operation and working to KPIs/SLAsBuilding Information Modelling & Smart Building designProperty/Real Estate, Asset Management & Construction Consulting, Business Development and Contract Management