Head of IT

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Head of IT – Cambridgeshire (Hybrid) is a leadership vacancy at a leading charity undergoing a cloud-first digital transformation. You will shape a modern IT function, drive Azure migrations, and oversee cyber security, service delivery, and supplier governance.

You will lead IT operations across multi-site environments, deliver automation and self-service, and align technology with strategic business goals. This role offers hybrid working in Cambridgeshire and significant strategic influence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Head of IT / IT Director / senior IT leadership role.
• Strong Azure and cloud platform expertise, including delivering migrations and operating in cloud-first environments.
• Demonstrable track record of leading cloud transformation and modernisation programmes.
• Experience running IT operations (infrastructure, service desk, end-user services) in a multi-site environment.
• Strong knowledge of the Microsoft ecosystem (M365, Entra ID/Azure AD, Intune, security tools).
• Experience owning or contributing to cyber security strategy, controls, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and evolve the IT function across infrastructure, service delivery, cyber security, and end-user technology
• Define and deliver a cloud-first strategy, driving ongoing migration, optimisation, and governance within Microsoft Azure
• Transform IT into a modern, scalable service through automation, self-service, and improved user experience
• Own IT operations, ensuring high availability, performance, and continuous service improvement
• Act as a senior partner to the business, aligning technology initiatives with organisational objectives
• Oversee cyber security, including controls, risk management, and incident readiness
• Manage third-party suppliers, budgets, and governance frameworks
• Contribute to broader digital and technology strategy alongside senior leadership

Skills

Azure

IT Leadership

Cloud Transformation

IT Operations

M365

Cyber Security

Budget Management

Tools

Intune

Azure AD

Entra ID

Security Tools

M365

Job description

Head of IT – Cambridgeshire (Hybrid)

An exciting opportunity to join a well-known, leading charity at a pivotal point in its digital and technology transformation. This role will shape a modern, cloud-first IT function, driving innovation and supporting ambitious organisational growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and evolve the IT function across infrastructure, service delivery, cyber security, and end-user technology
• Define and deliver a cloud-first strategy, driving ongoing migration, optimisation, and governance within Microsoft Azure
• Transform IT into a modern, scalable service through automation, self-service, and improved user experience
• Own IT operations, ensuring high availability, performance, and continuous service improvement
• Act as a senior partner to the business, aligning technology initiatives with organisational objectives
• Oversee cyber security, including controls, risk management, and incident readiness
• Manage third-party suppliers, budgets, and governance frameworks
• Contribute to broader digital and technology strategy alongside senior leadership

Experience Required

• Proven experience in a Head of IT / IT Director / senior IT leadership role
• Strong Azure and cloud platform expertise, including delivering migrations and operating in cloud-first environments
• Demonstrable track record of leading cloud transformation and modernisation programmes
• Experience running IT operations (infrastructure, service desk, end-user services) in a multi-site environment
• Strong knowledge of the Microsoft ecosystem (M365, Entra ID/Azure AD, Intune, security tools)
• Experience owning or contributing to cyber security strategy, controls, and operations
• Comfortable operating at both strategic and hands‑on levels
• Strong supplier, stakeholder, and budget management experience