IT Business Innovation Manager — Grand Cayman (Tax‑Free Income!)

Location: Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

Compensation: USD (Tax‑Free) + Exceptional Benefits

Are you a strategic technology leader with a passion for innovation, AI, and enterprise transformation? Our client in the beautiful Cayman Islands is seeking an IT Business Innovation Manager to drive high‑impact digital initiatives that shape the future of the organisation.

This is a rare opportunity to combine executive‑level innovation leadership with idyllic island living.

What You’ll Lead

As the IT Business Innovation Manager, you will:

• Own and lead the enterprise innovation and technology portfolio from strategy to measurable business outcomes.
• Build and execute a long‑term innovation strategy aligned with organisational transformation and growth.
• Collaborate with executive and I.T. leaders to convert complex business challenges into scalable technology solutions.
• Champion AI, data, automation, and emerging technologies to enhance insight, efficiency, and decision‑making.
• Oversee discovery, experimentation, and proof‑of‑concept initiatives through full operationalisation.
• Define and track innovation metrics, adoption, ROI, and benefits realisation.
• Build and manage strategic vendor and technology partnerships.
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and high‑performance team leadership.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Computer Science, or a related discipline (Master’s degree or MBA preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in innovation leadership, product/portfolio management, or senior program delivery.
• Proven success leading an organisation through a major AI and Data Strategy transformation.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, SAFe, Design Thinking, or recognised AI/innovation programs.
• Azure, AI, Data or cloud platform certifications.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver full‑lifecycle enterprise technology initiatives with measurable ROI.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams, managing budgets, vendors, and strategic partnerships.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture and modern data platforms.
• Executive‑level communication, financial acumen, and change leadership expertise.

Compensation & Benefits

This role offers:

• 100% employer‑paid medical insurance (employee).
• Pension contributions (employee + employer).
• Life insurance and long‑term disability (conditions apply).
• Enhanced leave: vacation, personal days, maternity/paternity, and a wellness screening day.
• Continuing professional development opportunities after a six‑month probation period.

Lifestyle & Relocation

Candidates should bring a sense of adventure and outside interests suited to Cayman’s world‑class lifestyle.

The role requires full relocation to Grand Cayman for a minimum of three years.

For immediate consideration, please contact: Frank Squires - frank@squiresresources.com