About this opportunity
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We are looking for a Head of Global IT eConnectivity who is visionary, collaborative, and results-driven to join us in our Global Information Technology Infrastructure & Services team, based in ou office in Braine-l’Alleud, Belgium.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced leader to shape the future of our global network and connectivity landscape. In this role, you will be responsible for defining and delivering the strategy, services, and operations that enable secure, reliable, and efficient connectivity across our global organization.
You will lead a well-established team while driving the next phase of transformation and innovation. This role blends strategic vision with operational excellence, requiring a leader who can confidently engage with senior stakeholders, manage complex budgets, inspire high-performing teams, and remain closely connected to the technology decisions that drive measurable business outcomes and lasting value.
Who you’ll work with
You will be working in a team that delivers critical infrastructure and connectivity services across all company locations worldwide. Reporting to the Head of Global Infrastructure & Services, you will lead a team of managers and specialists while collaborating closely with cybersecurity, digital technology, business stakeholders, and external service partners.
You will work with colleagues across multiple regions and functions, influencing decisions at both operational and leadership levels to ensure secure, compliant, and future-ready connectivity services.
What you’ll do
Define and execute the global connectivity, network, and infrastructure strategy aligned with business priorities, technology roadmaps, compliance requirements, and budget objectives
Lead and develop a global team, fostering accountability, collaboration, talent growth, and high performance across internal and external resources
Oversee the design, delivery, operation, and continuous improvement of secure network services across offices, manufacturing sites, and data center environments
Manage relationships with technology partners and service providers, ensuring service quality, performance targets, contractual commitments, and operational excellence are achieved
Drive innovation and modernization initiatives, identifying new technologies and opportunities that improve security, reliability, scalability, and business value
Lead investment planning and financial governance, managing operational and capital budgets while ensuring efficient use of resources
Partner with senior stakeholders across the organization to strengthen network security, support business transformation, and maintain compliance in regulated environments
Interested? For this role we’re looking for the following education, experience and skills
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
At least 8 years of experience in infrastructure or network leadership roles, including a minimum of 5 years managing teams and budgets
Strong knowledge of enterprise networking, network security technologies, and large-scale infrastructure operations
Experience leading global teams and managing both internal employees and external service providers across different geographic regions
Demonstrated experience managing significant operational and capital budgets, ideally within complex multinational environments
Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels
Professional certifications in project management, technology infrastructure, networking, or related disciplines are an advantage
Internal applicants should be in their current job for at least 12 months, must meet performance standards and are not on formal corrective/disciplinary process (PIP), warning, final warning, or compliance warning letters within the last 12 months. Please inform your Manager or your Talent Partner before applying to any internal job opportunities.
At UCB, we’ve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description, this role is hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office, irrespective of your current contractual agreement. Should your current working arrangements differ, please contact your Talent Partner to discuss, before submitting your application.
UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on EMEA-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com . Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.
Requisition ID: 93554
Recruiter: Leonor de la Vega
Hiring Manager: Joris Van Brussel
Talent Partner: Britta Gotsch
Job Level: SM I
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