SVP, Business & Technical Advisory

Adecco's client is seeking a SVP, Business and Technical Advisory with strong experience in the System Integration (SI) and IT Services industry to work closely with the CEO as a trusted business and technical advisor.

The role will provide technical and business advisory support to the CEO, contributing insights and recommendations on business challenges, while also overseeing selected procurement, HR administration, and professional secretarial responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a technical and business advisor to the CEO, providing insights and recommendations on business challenges and opportunities.
• Support the CEO in business discussions, decision-making, and strategic matters through strong industry and commercial knowledge.
• Provide technical perspectives and advice relevant to the SI and IT Services industry.
• Serve as a trusted professional representative/secretarial support for the CEO in business discussions and engagements.
• Manage and coordinate procurement-related activities, ensuring effective sourcing and vendor management.
• Support selected HR administration and coordination matters.
• Prepare, coordinate, and follow up on key business discussions, meetings, and action items on behalf of the CEO.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of business and operational matters.
• Undertake other responsibilities and projects as assigned by the CEO.

Requirements

• Proven experience within the System Integration (SI) and/or IT Services industry is essential.
• Strong understanding of IT services, technology solutions, and the broader business environment.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand and advise on commercial and operational challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical advice and business recommendations to senior leadership.
• Excellent communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised, proactive, adaptable, and able to manage multiple responsibilities across business advisory, procurement, HR administration, and executive support.
• Comfortable working closely with and supporting the CEO in a high-trust, senior-level capacity.
• Able to work fully on-site.