Manager, Information Technology

Company description:

Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP is one of Singapore's largest full service law practices. Dentons Rodyk enjoys the distinction of being Singapore's oldest law practice. Trusted since 1861, Dentons Rodyk has been a part of Singapore's entrepreneurial history, having acted for the earliest local corporates and institutions, and having advised leading multinational corporations on their investments in Singapore.

We pride ourselves in being a responsible member of our community, contributing whenever possible, as an organisation and as individuals, to the less fortunate and needy. We will build on our longevity and success by continuing to provide strategic advice suited to our clients' commercial and professional goals.

We will continue to provide effective global representation to support our clients' growth and needs internationally. Above all, we value relationships. We will continue to build enduring relations with the people we work with and the people we work for.

Job description:

Dentons Rodyk is currently seeking an experienced IT Manager with a strong technical background to lead the design, implementation, and migration of enterprise infrastructure and cloud platforms, with a primary focus on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. This role owns end-to-end delivery — from discovery and design through build, cutover, and steady-state operations — while driving service excellence, security, compliance, and cost optimization. The ideal candidate combines deep Azure expertise with proven program/project leadership (PMP) and people management experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Cloud Strategy & Architecture: Define and execute hybrid-cloud strategy (on-prem + Azure), landing zones, and governance frameworks.

• Drive Major Transformations: Oversee Azure and Microsoft 365 migrations, modernisation initiatives, and infrastructure optimisation.

• Own Delivery & Governance: Manage scope, timelines, budgets, and risks across multiple projects using PMP best practices.

• Ensure Operational Excellence: Oversee day-to-day operations for cloud, compute, storage, network, identity, and collaboration platforms.

• Embed Security & Compliance: Implement security-by-design principles, including Conditional Access, Defender suite, and vulnerability management.

• Optimise Costs & Performance: Manage cloud budgets and apply FinOps disciplines for cost efficiency.

• Lead & Inspire: Mentor and develop a high-performing technical team, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.

Requirements:

• Experience: 10+ years in IT, with at least 5 years in managerial roles.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

• Technical Expertise:

o Proven track record in large-scale Azure and Microsoft 365 implementations and migrations.

o Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Exchange Hybrid, Active Directory, networking, and automation (PowerShell).

• Certifications:

o Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (or equivalent)

o PMP (Project Management Professional)

o ITIL v4

• FinOps, CISM/CISSP will be an added advantage

Interested applicants please apply with updated resume and expected salary.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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