In all business organisations these days, even in what might be called relatively small ones, the role of the IT department has become increasingly vital. IT networks and systems reach out to all departments within the organisation, providing connections that, if found wanting, can cause untold problems to the company. It comes as no surprise, therefore, to know that IT Managers are in great demand.

The pressures that are brought to bear on your department will be huge at times, and it will be a major part of your role to recruit, galvanise and inspire a team of individuals to perform to the very best of its abilities. While in-depth knowledge of everything that IT involves is crucial, your skills as a people person will also carry a great deal of importance.

One of the most pleasing aspects of the search for IT Manager jobs in Hong Kong is the opportunity to transfer your skills from one sector of industry to another. If you’ve managed IT departments in the retail industry, for example, your experience and knowledge can easily pass on to , finance, logistics, telecoms and elsewhere.

And of course there are several branches of IT that could help you on your way to becoming a senior manager, including:

…and more. As well as the right qualifications, the most relevant experience and the ability to manage people, you’ll also be a good problem solver with a highly methodical approach to issues and a good communicator. Your role will often involve imparting news and information to other departments, including of course some individuals who won’t be anywhere near as tech-minded as you might be.

The public face of the whole department

While working in an IT department can often be something of an insular process, the IT Manager will usually be the individual who communicates most often with other departments, both at managerial and individual level, and will need to remain in close contact with directors and client stakeholders. Good communication is therefore an absolute must.

If you have the skills to succeed as an IT Manager, Michael Page would like to hear from you. Forward your CV to our team today, and make sure you set up an email job alert so you hear about the best roles at the earliest moment. You never know, an exciting new direction could be just around the corner.