Head of Information Technology - Hybrid

Kaizen Talent Solutions; Huddersfield; Presencial; GBP 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kaizen Talent Solutions is seeking a Head of Information Technology to own the IT strategy, multi-site infrastructure, and regulatory compliance within a fast-growing UK group.

You will balance strategic roadmap delivery with hands-on leadership, translating technical priorities into clear business outcomes while guiding a lean internal team across sites.

Formación

• Proven leadership in multi-site IT operations within regulated environments.
• Technical expertise in Microsoft 365, Azure, AD/Entra ID, Windows Server, and networking.
• Experience transitioning from outsourcing MSPs to internal teams.
• Strong vendor management, ITIL fundamentals, and business-minded communication.
• Valid UK driving licence and ability to pass UK background screening.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the transition to an internal IT team and develop a pragmatic roadmap.
• Oversee multi-site infrastructure, networks, and end-user computing.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 17025, GxP, and data integrity; CSF CV and audits.
• Manage vendor contracts, budgets, and mentor Group IT Support Engineer.

Conocimientos

Leadership

MS 365/Azure

AD/Entra ID

Windows Server

Networking

Vendor management

ITIL

Communication skills

UK driving licence

Regulated IT operations

Herramientas

Microsoft 365

Azure

Active Directory/Entra ID

Windows Server

ERP/LIMS systems

Descripción del empleo

Step in as the definitive IT leader for a fast-growing, PE-backed UK group providing mission-critical technical assurance. Following a consolidation phase, we are moving away from outsourced MSP dependency to build a self-sufficient, high-performing internal IT function.

Reporting to executive leadership, as Head of Information Technology you will own the IT strategy, multi-site infrastructure, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance. Balancing high-level roadmap delivery with hands-on operational leadership, you will act as the visible face of IT-translating technical priorities into clear business outcomes and leading a lean internal team.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy & Operating Model: Complete the transition to an internal IT team; design and execute a pragmatic roadmap covering cloud adoption (M365/Azure), infrastructure modernisation, and system integration (ERP/LIMS).
• Operations & Change Control: Oversee multi-site infrastructure, networks, and end-user computing; enforce disciplined change management, high availability, and proactive incident resolution.
• Compliance & Data Integrity: Ensure IT systems support strict quality and regulatory standards (such as ISO 17025, GxP, and data integrity principles), overseeing Computer System Validation and audit readiness.
• Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement: Be visibly present across sites, communicating technical priorities clearly to colleagues at all levels; manage vendor contracts, budgets, and mentor our Group IT Support Engineer.

What We're Looking For

• Proven leadership track record managing multi-site IT operations in a regulated environment (scientific, manufacturing, or quality-driven).
• Strong technical grounding across Microsoft ecosystems (M365, Azure, Active Directory/Entra ID, Windows Server, and networking).
• Direct experience transitioning organisations away from heavy third-party MSP reliance.
• Commercial acumen, strong vendor management, and working knowledge of ITIL service management.
• Exceptional communication skills, sound judgement, a hands-on ownership mindset, and a full UK driving licence.

Security & Vetting Due to the sensitive nature of operations, applicants must be permanently resident in the UK for at least the past 5 years and hold or be able to pass enhanced background screening (BPSS/DBS and UK security vetting such as NPPV/SC clearance)