Head of Infrastructure (Outside IR35)

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic new banking entity seeks a Head of Infrastructure in Stoke-on-Trent to lead technical delivery across core infrastructure and cloud architecture. The role involves overseeing a distributed team, ensuring regulatory compliance, and focusing on security and scalability. Candidates should have extensive experience in Microsoft Azure and a strong track record in infrastructure management.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading complex infrastructure builds.
• Deep understanding of Microsoft Azure, particularly IaaS and networking.
• Experience in financial services or banking is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead a virtual, cross-functional team covering Infrastructure, Cloud, DevOps, and Cybersecurity.
• Ensure security policies, disaster recovery, and compliance controls are implemented.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure infrastructure readiness for banking operations.

Skills

Infrastructure management

Cloud architecture

Cybersecurity

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Terraform

Ansible

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Head of Infrastructure (Outside IR35), Stoke-on-Trent

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Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

UK-based (Remote/Hybrid)

We’re seeking a highly experienced Platform Manager (HOI) to drive the technical delivery of core infrastructure, cloud architecture, and security for a new banking entity. This is a pivotal role requiring deep expertise in Azure, cross-functional team leadership, and a sharp focus on security, scalability, and regulatory readiness.

The Role:

• Lead a virtual, cross-functional team covering Infrastructure, Cloud, DevOps, Networking, and Cybersecurity.
• Define and deliver a secure, high-performance, and scalable infrastructure aligned to enterprise architecture standards.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure infrastructure readiness for banking operations.
• Ensure security policies, disaster recovery, and compliance controls are implemented and tested.
• Identify and close skills gaps within the delivery team to meet project milestones.

Key Skills

• Proven track record in leading complex infrastructure builds, ideally in regulated environments.
• Deep understanding of Microsoft Azure (especially IaaS, networking, and cloud security).
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, Bicep, Ansible).
• Familiarity with financial services or banking infrastructure requirements is highly desirable.
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills — able to move from deep tech to business summary effortlessly.

Should also have …

• Experience designing and implementing disaster recovery and penetration testing strategies.
• Prior exposure to regulatory or compliance frameworks (FCA, FFIEC, SOX, etc.).
• Ability to lead distributed teams across time zones and suppliers.