Head of IT - Functional & Technical - UK - West Midlands

Experis; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based technology enterprise is seeking a proactive Head of IT to lead their IT infrastructure across the UK. The ideal candidate will manage operations and drive performance enhancements. This role involves hybrid working arrangements, UK travel, and an attractive salary of £50,000 - £70,000 DOE, along with excellent benefits. Those with a strong background in systems and technical leadership will find this a unique opportunity.

Qualifications

• 3rd/4th line engineering experience.
• Experience in vendor management and project delivery.
• Natural leader with a consultative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and improve UK-wide Microsoft Cloud & O365 infrastructure.
• Manage 3rd party vendors and SLAs for service excellence.
• Deliver strategic IT projects to enhance capacity and performance.
• Ensure GDPR compliance and cybersecurity resilience.
• Act as technical authority at 3rd/4th line level.
• Drive transitions, integrations, and change initiatives.

Skills

Microsoft Cloud

O365

Active Directory

Cyber Security

GDPR

Windows 10/11

Virtualisation

VoIP

Software Support

Job description

?? Feeling Underutilised? Ready to Step Up?

Head of IT - Infrastructure | Systems | Technical Leadership | Systems & Operations | Change & Transitions

?? West Midlands HQ | Hybrid Working | Regular UK Travel (Fully Expensed)

?? £50,000 - £70,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits

Seeking your next big move? Enthusiasm pushing you forward?

Is a hands-on Head of IT role your next career milestone?

This is your opportunity to lead, shape, and elevate IT across a UK-wide business.

?? The Role:

• A unique opportunity for a hands-on, technically strong IT professional to step into a Head of IT position within a well-established UK group specialising in engineering, production, and manufacturing.
• You'll be the go-to expert for all things IT- Leading infrastructure, systems, and operations across the UK, while driving performance, change, transformation, resilience, and future growth.
• This role requires the functional and softer skills

?? Your Toolkit:

• Microsoft Cloud, O365, Active Directory, Azure AD
• Cyber Security, GDPR, MFA, IAM
• Windows 10/11, Windows Server Genealogy
• Virtualisation, LAN/WAN Networking, VoIP
• Desktop, Software & Hardware Support

?? What You'll Do:

• Lead and improving a UK-wide Microsoft Cloud & O365 infrastructure
• Manage 3rd party vendors and SLA's to drive service excellence
• Deliver strategic IT projects to enhance capacity and performance
• Ensure GDPR compliance and cybersecurity resilience
• Act as the technical authority at 3rd/4th line level
• Drive transitions, integrations, and change initiatives

?? Who You Are:

• A technical all-rounder with 3rd/4th line engineering experience
• A natural leader with a consultative, forward-thinking mindset
• Experienced in vendor management and project delivery
• Passionate about IT performance, security, and innovation

?? Ready to Lead?

This is your chance to step up and shape the IT future of a growing UK enterprise.

Call Experis IT on 0121 712 8715 or apply today to take the next step in your IT leadership journey.