IT Operations Leader — Hybrid Infra & Security

Dexters; Teddington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexters is seeking an experienced Head of IT Operations to lead our technical teams and manage our core infrastructure. The role is based in Hanworth with an in-office, full-time arrangement and a focus on scalable, secure systems across the business.

You will drive hybrid environments (Microsoft 365/Azure, Google Workspace), IAM, DRaaS, telephony, and multi-site migrations while aligning IT strategy with business goals. Strong leadership and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading IT operations teams in a multi-site environment.
• Proven ability to plan and deliver large IT infrastructure projects.
• Experience migrating acquisitions to standard IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop the IT Operations and Support teams.
• Project Planning: Oversee end-to-end planning and delivery of IT infrastructure projects.
• Acquisition Integration: Lead IT onboarding of acquired branches and migrate legacy systems.

Skills

Cloud & Productivity

Identity & Directory

Networking

Continuity

Telecoms

Business Integration

Operations & Logistics

Leadership

ITIL V4

Business Skills

Internal Communication

Departmental Collaboration

Leadership Ability

Job description

Dexters is seeking an experienced Head of IT Operations to lead our technical teams and manage our core infrastructure. The role is based in Hanworth with an in-office, full-time arrangement and a focus on scalable, secure systems across the business.

You will drive hybrid environments (Microsoft 365/Azure, Google Workspace), IAM, DRaaS, telephony, and multi-site migrations while aligning IT strategy with business goals. Strong leadership and collaboration are essential.