Associate Director
Posted 26 Aug 2026
Advertised as “Associate Director - IT BRM”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 10+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Contract
- Full-time
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyBusiness Technology Management, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
CertificationsMaster of Business Administration
Job Purpose
The Senior Manager – Motorsport Technology Business Partner serves as the strategic IT lead for Qiddiya's Motorsport portfolio, acting as the primary liaison between business leadership and technology teams. The role is responsible for driving technology demand management, portfolio governance, roadmap development, and operational readiness across Motorsport assets, ensuring technology investments align with business objectives, asset strategies, and operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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Business Strategy & Relationship Management
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Act as the primary IT relationship owner for Motorsport business leadership.
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Translate business strategy into technology roadmaps.
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Build trusted relationships with asset executives, operators, consultants, and delivery partners.
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Ensure technology decisions support business outcomes and operational objectives.
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Facilitate strategic planning sessions and executive alignment.
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Demand Management & Portfolio Governance
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Own the Motorsport demand intake process.
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Evaluate, prioritize, and govern business requests.
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Lead capability mapping and solution assessment activities.
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Technology Strategy & Roadmap
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Develop multi-year Motorsport technology roadmaps.
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Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture and cybersecurity requirements.
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Identify opportunities for platform reuse, standardization, and innovation.
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Drive emerging technology adoption in:
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Smart venues
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Race operations
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Fan engagement
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Digital ticketing
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Sports analytics
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IoT and operational technology systems
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Motorsport assets are identified as high-capex, high-integration environments requiring strategic roadmap ownership.
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Asset IT Readiness & Operational Readiness
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Lead IT readiness assessments for new Motorsport assets.
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Define technology mobilization plans.
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Coordinate technology requirements with operators and business users.
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Ensure technology readiness before asset opening and major events.