Country IT Lead

Inetum is a European leader in digital services. Every day, the Group's 28,000 consultants and specialists aim to make a digital impact for businesses, public sector bodies and society as a whole: solutions that contribute to performance, innovation and the common good.

Present in 19 countries, close to the regions, and with its major software publisher partners, Inetum meets the challenges of digital transformation with proximity and flexibility.

Driven by its ambition to grow and industrialize, Inetum generated sales of €2.5 billion in 2023.

In response to a market that has been growing steadily for over 30 years, Inetum has made the deliberate choice to refocus on 4 core businesses in order to gain strength and offer customized solutions tailored to the specific needs of its customers: consulting (Inetum Consulting), infrastructure and application management (Inetum Technologies), software implementation (Inetum Solutions) and its own software publishing business (Inetum Software). Inetum has forged strategic partnerships with 4 of the world's leading software publishers - Salesforce, ServiceNow, Microsoft and SAP - and is pursuing a dedicated acquisition strategy to become one of Europe's top 5 in these technologies, and offer the best expertise to its customers.

At Inetum Belgium, we offer more than just a job; we provide an inspiring environment and opportunities for growth and development. We strive to create a workplace where you can harness your talents, contribute to challenging projects, and be part of a leading IT consultancy group.

Main Mission

The Country IT Lead is responsible for the IT strategy and the management of IT operations within the country. He/she leads the local IT entity, ensuring alignment with the global strategy, service quality, security, and technological innovation.

Strategy & Governance

• Develop and implement the local IT strategy in alignment with the global strategy.
• Propose IT system evolutions consistent with the CIO's strategic directions.
• Define and apply a sourcing policy ("make or buy").

Operations & Performance

• Oversee daily IT operations: infrastructure, applications, services.
• Ensure the security, compliance, and quality of IT systems.
• Define, negotiate, and monitor service levels (SLAs) tailored to local stakeholder needs.
• Implement IT quality and security procedures.

Management & Steering

• Manage IT budgets and optimize costs.
• Establish and monitor workload plans, dashboards, and performance indicators.
• Ensure project consistency across other IT domains.
• Identify and integrate emerging technologies to improve services while respecting Group standards.

Leadership & Development

• Lead and develop the local IT team.
• Allocate workloads, plan resources, and monitor skill development.
• Identify training needs and implement development plans.
• Structure and disseminate knowledge useful to the organization.

Communication & Collaboration

• Collaborate with local and international teams to ensure initiative alignment.
• Communicate with business departments and project owners.
• Manage technology suppliers and partners.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree (Bac +5) in IT or a related field.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in IT management, including managerial experience.
• Experience in an IT services company (ESN) or tech enterprise.
• Proven leadership, team management, and change management skills.
• Strong expertise in IT infrastructure, applications, services, and complex projects.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and multicultural collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in English and the local language (Dutch and/or French).

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of technological trends (cloud, AI, big data…).
• Experience in cybersecurity and compliance.
• Ability to lead digital transformation initiatives.

Contract type

• Preferably payroll (freelance negotiable)

Discover Your Future with Inetum Belgium

• Make a Difference with a Meaningful Career: step into a role where your work truly matters. At Inetum Belgium, you'll have the chance to impact lives and drive meaningful change every day.
• Grow and Evolve Professionally: embrace a culture of continuous learning and development. We offer a range of training opportunities designed to help you expand your skills and advance your career.
• Unlock Relevant Career Opportunities: pursue the career path you've always dreamed of with tailored opportunities and the IT expertise you need to succeed.
• Achieve Work-Life Balance: we value your well-being. Enjoy flexible working hours, the convenience of satellite offices, the comfort of home working, and an informal, no-nonsense environment.
• Enjoy Generous Annual Leave: life is more than just work. Take advantage of 32 days of annual leave to relax and recharge.
• Travel in Comfort: forget the hassle of commuting. We provide a company car and a national fuel/charging card to keep you on the move. Prefer a different option? You can choose a mobility allowance instead.
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: your health and security are our priorities. Benefit from group insurance and hospitalization insurance that show we care.
• Attractive Compensation Package: we offer a competitive gross salary  to recognize and appreciate your hard work.