Group Chief Information Officer - IT

Job Title: Group Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan

Department: Information Technology

Reporting To: ED & CEO

Experience: 15+ years in IT leadership, preferably 5 years in real estate, infrastructure or construction sectors

Job Summary:

The CIO will lead the company’s digital transformation journey and oversee the entire IT ecosystem, aligning technology initiatives with strategic business goals. The role demands an understanding of real estate processes and the ability to implement scalable, secure, and efficient IT systems to drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Technology Strategy & Roadmap:

· Define and execute the company’s IT vision aligned with business goals.

· Identify and implement emerging technologies (AI, IoT, PropTech, RPA) to enhance property management, construction, and customer engagement.

Digital Transformation:

· Lead digitization initiatives across departments (sales, CRM, ERP, project monitoring, etc.).

· Improve user experience via mobile apps, portals, and virtual site visits.

IT Infrastructure & Operations:

· Manage enterprise IT infrastructure (cloud, on-premises, hybrid).

· Ensure high availability, scalability, and security of core systems.

Cybersecurity & Compliance:

· Establish robust data protection, cybersecurity policies, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

· Conduct regular audits and risk assessments.

Zoho Ecosystem Management:

· Working exposure to Zoho (CRM, Projects, Creator, People, etc.) will be an added advantage for seamless integration of customer and business workflows.

Vendor & Budget Management:

· Manage IT budgets, procurement, vendor negotiations, and contracts.

· Oversee relationships with software partners, hardware vendors, and consultants.

Team Leadership:

· Build and lead a high-performing IT team.

· Foster innovation and continuous improvement within the team.

Qualifications & Skills:

1. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.

2. MBA (preferred) for business acumen and strategic thinking.

3. Proven experience in digital transformation within real estate or related industries.

4. Strong knowledge of real estate systems: ERP (SAP, Oracle), CRM (Salesforce, Zoho), BIM, GIS, Smart Building Systems, etc.

5. Experience with cybersecurity frameworks, cloud technologies (AWS, Azure), and analytics platforms (Power BI, Tableau).

6. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.