IT Manager at Brands Optimal Limited

Brands Optimal Limited is one of Africa’s leading Experiential Marketing Agency which optimizes value for client through the use of strategic, reliable and measurable method in consumer engagement, loyalty seeding and sales generation.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: IT Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

• The IT Manager will be responsible for overseeing the company’s IT strategy, infrastructure, systems security, policy & procedures development, implementation & ensuring compliance as well as technological innovation initiatives.
• The ideal candidate will provide leadership in planning, implementing, managing, and maintaining IT systems that support business growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company’s IT strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee IT infrastructure, email software, networks, servers, cloud systems, and enterprise applications.
• Ensure data security, cybersecurity compliance, and risk management on all relevant technology assets across the organization.
• Lead technological transformation initiatives and technology innovation projects.
• Manage relevant IT vendor relationships and manage all IT related assets within the organization.
• Ensure data recovery and data backup systems are effective.
• Provide strategic guidance to the management on technology investments and utilization.
• Oversee system upgrades, software deployment, and hardware procurement.
• Ensure IT policies, procedures, and compliance standards are maintained.
• Educate staff members on the IT policies and procedures, drive implementation & consistent compliance with said policies, as they align with relevant technological & data protection laws.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s degree is an added advantage).
• Minimum of 4 years’ progressive IT experience.
• Strong knowledge of network administration, cybersecurity, cloud technologies, and enterprise systems.
• Experience managing IT infrastructure in a fast-paced corporate environment.
• Professional certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP, CISSP, Microsoft certification, or similar) are an advantage.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities.

Competencies:

• Strategic and analytical mindset
• High level of integrity and accountability
• Strong project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Excellent team leadership and collaboration skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Application Closing Date
27th July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: jobs@brandsoptimal.com using the job title as the subject of the email.