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Head of IT - London - £Competitive

Bond Williams

London

On-site

GBP 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

A leading biotech company seeks a strategic Head of IT to define their IT roadmap and ensure compliance across digital operations. You will lead IT infrastructure, manage cloud platforms, and shape the digital backbone of a pioneering company. Join us to drive innovation and excellence in IT.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in IT leadership, ideally in biotech or regulated industries.
  • Expertise in cloud environments (Azure, AWS) and IT security.
  • Experience with ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR.

Responsibilities

  • Design and deliver IT strategy and infrastructure.
  • Manage cloud platforms and oversee security compliance.
  • Lead security, risk assessments, and build an internal IT team.

Skills

Cloud environments
IT security
Strong communication
Stakeholder management

Job description

We're looking for a strategic and hands-on Head of IT to build and lead the infrastructure behind our client's cutting-edge biotech company. You'll define the IT roadmap, scale secure systems, and ensure compliance across our digital operations, from LIMS to cybersecurity.

This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll work cross-functionally with R&D, Legal, QA, HR and more, shaping the digital backbone of a company at the forefront of scientific innovation.

As Head if IT Responsibilities Include:

  • Design and deliver our IT strategy and infrastructure
  • Manage cloud platforms, ELNs, LIMS, data storage, and collaboration tools
  • Lead security, risk assessments, compliance (e.g. ISO 27001, GDPR)
  • Oversee device management, access control, and incident response
  • Build and scale an internal IT & security team

What we're looking for:
  • 5+ years in IT leadership (ideally biotech, pharma, or other regulated industries)
  • Expertise in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, EntraAD, etc.) and IT security
  • Experience with ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and SaaS risk management
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Bonus points for: life sciences experience, HPC familiarity, or certifications like CISSP/CISM.

Bond Williams Professional Recruitment are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency
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