Ali Malik, MBA, Cism, BSc (Hons), Itil
About Ali Malik, MBA, Cism, BSc (Hons), Itil
Ali Malik is the Regional IT Director for EMEA at Brookfield Asset Management and serves on the Board of Directors at Neweffect in London, UK.
Regional IT Director EMEA at Brookfield Asset Management
Ali Malik is currently serving as the Regional IT Director for the EMEA region at Brookfield Asset Management. Based in London, England, he is responsible for managing and overseeing IT operations across Europe, Middle East, and Africa. His role involves the optimization of technology infrastructure, ensuring that the systems align with business objectives and support the needs of the regions. He coordinates with various departments to implement technology upgrades and maintain high levels of service standards.
Board of Directors at Neweffect
In addition to his role at Brookfield Asset Management, Ali Malik is a member of the Board of Directors at Neweffect, a company operating in London. As a board member, he plays a crucial part in strategic decision-making, guiding the company's direction concerning technology and operations. His vast experience in IT and infrastructure management contributes to the board's efforts in shaping robust business strategies.
Past Roles at Bain Capital
Ali Malik has an extensive background at Bain Capital, having held multiple positions over a span of 15 years. His roles included Infrastructure & Operations Regional Manager from 2011 to 2016 and Regional IT Director, Europe, from 2007 to 2022. Initially, he started as an Infrastructure Analyst from 2007 to 2011. During his tenure, he led significant projects such as deploying data centers, transitioning to cloud services, and enhancing IT infrastructure. He was instrumental in achieving annual budget savings and ensuring business continuity through effective disaster recovery plans.
Education and Professional Training
Ali Malik has a rich educational background, including an MBA from Kingston University, which he pursued from 2012 to 2014. He also holds a BSc (Hons) in Computer Science from South Bank University, completed between 1999 and 2002. Additionally, he attended the Chief Executive Board Training, where he completed the Leadership Academy from 2016 to 2017. This blend of technical and managerial education underpins his expertise in leading IT operations and strategic initiatives.
Previous Experience in IT and Project Management
Before his current roles, Ali Malik worked as a Senior Desktop Analyst at Lehman Brothers from 2005 to 2007, and as a Senior Project Manager at Premier Systems IT from 2000 to 2005. In these positions, he gathered extensive hands-on experience in managing IT projects, developing software implementation strategies, and providing technical support. His abilities in coordinating software upgrades and managing IT budgets were crucial in enhancing the operational efficiency of these organizations.