Internal IT & Infrastructure Lead

The HBP Group; Melton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The HBP Group is seeking a hands-on IT leader who can take ownership of daily operations, improve our internal IT infrastructure, and keep systems secure, reliable, and accessible across the group.

You will manage Microsoft 365, networking, and security, drive projects, automate tasks, and build a technology roadmap that delivers measurable improvements while collaborating with suppliers and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and scaling an internal IT function.
• Ability to own delivery and show clear ownership of outcomes.
• Strong focus on security, reliability and cost efficiency.
• Proven track record in shaping IT roadmaps aligned to business needs.
• Excellent communication with non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working with MSPs and external suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Owning the daily operation and improvement of our internal IT infrastructure and business systems.
• Leading the delivery and improvement of internal IT support.
• Administering Microsoft 365, cloud services, networks and security controls.
• Managing technology assets, software licensing and supplier relationships.
• Identifying opportunities to improve service, automate tasks and reduce unnecessary costs.
• Delivering infrastructure upgrades, security improvements and other technology projects.

Skills

IT leadership

Internal IT support

Problem solving

Stakeholder communication

Technology roadmap

Automation

Tools

Microsoft 365

SharePoint

Teams

Azure

Entra ID

Intune

WatchGuard

Zscaler

NinjaOne

AvePoint

Hudu

Job description

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical expertise with the confidence to lead internal IT, set direction and drive improvements across The HBP Group.

This is a hands on role with the autonomy to solve problems, shape improvements and make a visible difference. You'll support our colleagues across the Group, keeping our infrastructure, systems and business applications secure, reliable and working effectively.

From Microsoft 365 and networking to supplier relationships and technology projects, you'll enjoy plenty of variety. You'll also look beyond the immediate fix, tackling recurring issues, improving processes and helping us get more from our technology.

What You'll Be Doing

• Owning the daily operation and improvement of our internal IT infrastructure and business systems
• Leading the delivery and improvement of internal IT support
• Administering Microsoft 365, cloud services, networks and security controls
• Managing technology assets, software licensing and supplier relationships
• Identifying opportunities to improve service, automate tasks and reduce unnecessary costs
• Delivering infrastructure upgrades, security improvements and other technology projects

Your Technical Expertise

You’ll have practical experience supporting and managing:

• Microsoft 365, including Exchange Online, SharePoint and Teams
• Windows Server and infrastructure environments
• Networking, including switches, firewalls, WiFi and VPNs
• Endpoint management, access controls and security technologies
• Business applications, software subscriptions and licensing

Experience leading an internal IT function, technical service or significant improvement programme, with clear ownershipof delivery and results.

• Setting internal IT priorities and shaping a technology roadmap that supports the Group's needs
• Confidence taking ownership and balancing daily support with improvement projects
• Experience working with technology suppliers and service providers
• The ability to assess service performance, identify recurring issues and deliver measurable improvements.
• Clear communication and a helpful, approachable manner
• Commercial awareness and an eye for making technology work more effectively

Desirable Experience

• Experience working within an MSP
• Microsoft Azure, Entra ID and Intune
• Cyber Essentials Plus or ISO 27001 exposure
• Tools such as WatchGuard, Zscaler, NinjaOne, AvePoint or Hudu
• Automation, service reporting or IT process improvements
• Microsoft, ITIL or relevant cybersecurity certifications