47 Chief Information Officer jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Information Technology/Information System

Sephora Middle East is recruiting a strategic and execution-driven Chief Information Officer to lead and transform our Corporate Technology strategy. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in high-growth Retail or B2C companies and will drive innovation, operational excellence, and digital transformation across the region.

Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer, the CIO will spearhead Sephora Middle East’s core Technology strategy while collaborating closely with regional business stakeholders and the EME/Global Tech team in France. This role spans 6 countries (UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman) and 7 legal entities in a highly dynamic retail environment, leading a team of 11 technology professionals.

The role’s mission is to ensure technology becomes a strategic enabler, driving maximum value to facilitate business success while delighting both customers and employees through seamless innovative solutions.

• STRATEGY
• Develop and execute a forward-thinking technology strategy that supports Sephora Middle East’s growth ambitions while adhering to Global Tech guidelines.
• Define detailed plans and set timelines for the implementation of technical capabilities across the region.
• Continuously refine and improve the regional technology roadmap to maintain relevance and impact.
• BUSINESS SUPPORT
• Ensure the technology roadmap and capabilities aligns with Sephora’s Retail and Digital ambition, delivering a seamless customer experience.
• Drive platform stability and reliability to support optimal operations and customer satisfaction.
• Enhance operational efficiency through tech-enabled solutions, empowering Sephora’s workforce.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align technology with business objectives and address both short- and long-term needs.
• Own and communicate the regional tech’s priorities, progress, and achievements to global and regional leadership.
• Leverage stakeholder feedback to drive continuous improvement of solutions and technologies.
• OPERATIONS & PROCESSES
• Contribute to the development of Sephora OneTech Operating Model, optimizing shared capabilities within LVMH & Sephora.
• Maximize global solutions and resources to enhance regional economies of scale and competence.
• Ensure business continuity and cyber resilience across regional operations.
• Manage the deployment of technology initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence & effective risk management.
• Identify and harness emerging technological opportunities to maintain competitive leadership.
• TEAM LEADERSHIP
• Set ambitious goals for the technology team and ensure achievement within allocated budgets and timelines.
• Foster a high-performance culture within the team, creating strong ties within the global Sephora OneTech community.
• Actively mentor and develop team members to support their professional growth and align efforts with business priorities.
• SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s degree from an accredited university in a relevant field.
• Over 15 years of technology leadership experience, leading cross-functional teams in complex, multi-country environments.
• Proven expertise in leading and scaling high-performing technical teams across solutions design, development, product management, data platforms, security, and infrastructure operations.
• Experience in managing third-party integrations and optimizing partner collaborations.
• Strong customer focus, with the ability to design and deliver customer-centric technology solutions.

• Visionary leadership: Unafraid to challenge norms, think outside the box, and push boundaries to drive innovation.
• Decisive & results-oriented: Ability to make timely, effective decisions and deliver on ambitious goals.
• Collaborative & inclusive: Builds trust and fosters collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders within &beyond Sephora.
• Energetic & passionate: Operates with a can-do mindset and enthusiasm for collective success.
• Adaptable & resilient: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Most importantly, she/he needs to have excellent authentic communication and influencing skills and be energized by working in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

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Overview

Sephora Middle East is recruiting a strategic and execution-driven Chief Information Officer to lead and transform our Corporate Technology strategy. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in high-growth Retail or B2C companies and will drive innovation, operational excellence, and digital transformation across the region.

Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer, the CIO will spearhead Sephora Middle East’s core Technology strategy while collaborating closely with regional business stakeholders and the EME/Global Tech team in France. This role spans 6 countries (UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman) and 7 legal entities in a highly dynamic retail environment, leading a team of 11 technology professionals.

The role’s mission is to ensure technology becomes a strategic enabler, driving maximum value to facilitate business success while delighting both customers and employees through seamless innovative solutions.

STRATEGY

• Develop and execute a forward-thinking technology strategy that supports Sephora Middle East’s growth ambitions while adhering to Global Tech guidelines.
• Define detailed plans and set timelines for the implementation of technical capabilities across the region.
• Continuously refine and improve the regional technology roadmap to maintain relevance and impact.

BUSINESS SUPPORT

• Ensure the technology roadmap and capabilities aligns with Sephora’s Retail and Digital ambition, delivering a seamless customer experience.
• Drive platform stability and reliability to support optimal operations and customer satisfaction.
• Enhance operational efficiency through tech-enabled solutions, empowering Sephora’s workforce.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align technology with business objectives and address both short- and long-term needs.
• Own and communicate the regional tech’s priorities, progress, and achievements to global and regional leadership.
• Leverage stakeholder feedback to drive continuous improvement of solutions and technologies.

OPERATIONS & PROCESSES

• Contribute to the development of Sephora OneTech Operating Model, optimizing shared capabilities within LVMH & Sephora.
• Maximize global solutions and resources to enhance regional economies of scale and competence.
• Ensure business continuity and cyber resilience across regional operations.
• Manage the deployment of technology initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence & effective risk management.
• Identify and harness emerging technological opportunities to maintain competitive leadership.

TEAM LEADERSHIP

• Set ambitious goals for the technology team and ensure achievement within allocated budgets and timelines.
• Foster a high-performance culture within the team, creating strong ties within the global Sephora OneTech community.
• Actively mentor and develop team members to support their professional growth and align efforts with business priorities.

SKILLS AND QUALITIFCATIONS

• Master’s degree from an accredited university in a relevant field.
• Over 15 years of technology leadership experience, leading cross-functional teams in complex, multi-country environments.
• Proven expertise in leading and scaling high-performing technical teams across solutions design, development, product management, data platforms, security, and infrastructure operations.
• Experience in managing third-party integrations and optimizing partner collaborations.
• Strong customer focus, with the ability to design and deliver customer-centric technology solutions.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Visionary leadership: Unafraid to challenge norms, think outside the box, and push boundaries to drive innovation.
• Decisive & results-oriented: Ability to make timely, effective decisions and deliver on ambitious goals.
• Collaborative & inclusive: Builds trust and fosters collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders within &beyond Sephora.
• Energetic & passionate: Operates with a can-do mindset and enthusiasm for collective success.
• Adaptable & resilient: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Most importantly, she/he needs to have excellent authentic communication and influencing skills and be energized by working in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) – Smart Metering Programme

Talan is a global consulting group specializing in innovation and transformation through technology. For over 20 years, we have partnered with companies and public organizations to drive meaningful change.

We are purpose-driven, working across diverse sectors to tackle social and environmental challenges, simplify and improve market operations, leverage digital transformation, and ensure that data is managed responsibly and ethically.

Our expertise spans consultancy and outsourcing services, including programme management, market design, and governance. We also offer award-winning capabilities in cyber security, data privacy, and digital transformation.

We are currently seeking a CTO – Smart Metering Programme to join our team.

The CTO will define the technical strategy and architecture for the Smart Metering Programme, ensuring all systems—Meters, communications services, HES, MDMS, and IT components—are secure, scalable, and interoperable. The role provides strategic oversight to technical leads across delivery streams. Acting as a senior advisor, the CTO ensures technology decisions align with client objectives, programme constraints, and Talan’s innovation and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Define technical vision, architecture, and standards.
• Oversee technology roadmap and system interoperability.
• Ensure cybersecurity, scalability, and resilience across platforms.
• Advise leadership on technology risks and innovation.
• Guide all technical leads (Meters, communications services, HES, MDMS, Integration, Testing).

• 15+ years of experience in smart metering or large IT transformation programmes.
• Expertise in AMI architectures, IoT, and enterprise integration.
• Strategic leadership and vendor management experience.
• Engineering or computer science background required.

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) – Smart Metering Programme

Talan is a global consulting group specializing in innovation and transformation through technology. For over 20 years, we have partnered with companies and public organizations to drive meaningful change.

We are purpose-driven, working across diverse sectors to tackle social and environmental challenges, simplify and improve market operations, leverage digital transformation, and ensure that data is managed responsibly and ethically.

Our expertise spans consultancy and outsourcing services, including programme management, market design, and governance. We also offer award-winning capabilities in cyber security, data privacy, and digital transformation.

We are currently seeking a CTO – Smart Metering Programme to join our team.

The CTO will define the technical strategy and architecture for the Smart Metering Programme, ensuring all systems—Meters, communications services, HES, MDMS, and IT components—are secure, scalable, and interoperable. The role provides strategic oversight to technical leads across delivery streams. Acting as a senior advisor, the CTO ensures technology decisions align with client objectives, programme constraints, and Talan’s innovation and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Define technical vision, architecture, and standards.
• Oversee technology roadmap and system interoperability.
• Ensure cybersecurity, scalability, and resilience across platforms.
• Advise leadership on technology risks and innovation.
• Guide all technical leads (Meters, communications services, HES, MDMS, Integration, Testing).

• 15+ years of experience in smart metering or large IT transformation programmes.
• Expertise in AMI architectures, IoT, and enterprise integration.
• Strategic leadership and vendor management experience.
• Engineering or computer science background required.

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) – Smart Metering Programme

Talan is a global consulting group specializing in innovation and transformation through technology. For over 20 years, we have partnered with companies and public organizations to drive meaningful change.

We are purpose-driven, working across diverse sectors to tackle social and environmental challenges, simplify and improve market operations, leverage digital transformation, and ensure that data is managed responsibly and ethically.

Our expertise spans consultancy and outsourcing services, including programme management, market design, and governance. We also offer award-winning capabilities in cyber security, data privacy, and digital transformation.

We are currently seeking a CTO – Smart Metering Programme to join our team.

The CTO will define the technical strategy and architecture for the Smart Metering Programme, ensuring all systems—Meters, communications services, HES, MDMS, and IT components—are secure, scalable, and interoperable. The role provides strategic oversight to technical leads across delivery streams. Acting as a senior advisor, the CTO ensures technology decisions align with client objectives, programme constraints, and Talan’s innovation and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Define technical vision, architecture, and standards.
• Oversee technology roadmap and system interoperability.
• Ensure cybersecurity, scalability, and resilience across platforms.
• Advise leadership on technology risks and innovation.
• Guide all technical leads (Meters, communications services, HES, MDMS, Integration, Testing).

• 15+ years of experience in smart metering or large IT transformation programmes.
• Expertise in AMI architectures, IoT, and enterprise integration.
• Strategic leadership and vendor management experience.
• Engineering or computer science background required.

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) – Smart Metering Programme

Talan is a global consulting group specializing in innovation and transformation through technology. For over 20 years, we have partnered with companies and public organizations to drive meaningful change.

We are purpose-driven, working across diverse sectors to tackle social and environmental challenges, simplify and improve market operations, leverage digital transformation, and ensure that data is managed responsibly and ethically.

Our expertise spans consultancy and outsourcing services, including programme management, market design, and governance. We also offer award-winning capabilities in cyber security, data privacy, and digital transformation.

We are currently seeking a CTO – Smart Metering Programme to join our team.

The CTO will define the technical strategy and architecture for the Smart Metering Programme, ensuring all systems—Meters, communications services, HES, MDMS, and IT components—are secure, scalable, and interoperable. The role provides strategic oversight to technical leads across delivery streams. Acting as a senior advisor, the CTO ensures technology decisions align with client objectives, programme constraints, and Talan’s innovation and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Define technical vision, architecture, and standards.
• Oversee technology roadmap and system interoperability.
• Ensure cybersecurity, scalability, and resilience across platforms.
• Advise leadership on technology risks and innovation.
• Guide all technical leads (Meters, communications services, HES, MDMS, Integration, Testing).

• 15+ years of experience in smart metering or large IT transformation programmes.
• Expertise in AMI architectures, IoT, and enterprise integration.
• Strategic leadership and vendor management experience.
• Engineering or computer science background required.

The Chief Information Officer Compliance will lead the banks technology strategy with a strong focus on regulatory compliance, data governance, and information security. This role ensures that all IT systems, digital initiatives, and data management frameworks align with both business goals and industry compliance standards.

• Develop and implement the banks IT strategy aligned with business objectives and regulatory frameworks.

• Lead digital transformation initiatives ensuring technology adoption supports compliance and risk management goals.

• Advise senior leadership on emerging technologies, data protection regulations, and cybersecurity threats.

• Ensure all IT systems and digital operations comply with central bank, GDPR, PCI-DSS, and local data protection laws.

• Collaborate with compliance and audit teams to maintain accurate documentation and audit readiness.

• Establish and maintain IT governance frameworks, policies, and risk controls in line with industry standards.

• Monitor and report on IT compliance risks and corrective action plans.

• Oversee the design and implementation of cybersecurity and data protection strategies.

• Work closely with the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) and Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) to mitigate data, operational, and regulatory risks.

• Ensure disaster recovery, business continuity, and incident response plans are updated and tested regularly.

• Supervise the development, integration, and maintenance of core banking systems and digital platforms.

• Optimize IT infrastructure performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.

• Manage vendor relationships and ensure compliance with third-party security standards.

• Build and mentor a high-performing IT and compliance technology team.

• Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement across departments.

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

• 12+ years of experience in IT management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within banking, financial services, or fintech.

• Proven expertise in IT governance, risk, and compliance (GRC).

• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements (e.g., Central Bank guidelines, GDPR, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS).

• Experience in managing cybersecurity frameworks and compliance audits.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.