Head of Infrastructure

Head of Infrastructure
Permanent
Location: Home / Gloucester (Hybrid)
Salary: 75000 - 80000 ( excellent benefits)

We are looking to recruit a Head of Infrastructure for a public sector organisation going through a period of modernisation. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Infrastructure leader who can provide a steady hand through modernisation and change.

As Head of Infrastructure youll oversee all infrastructure operations ensure the availability and performance of critical IT services and drive the evolution of our Microsoft 365 and Azure platforms. Youll manage a team of five specialists set clear direction and create a culture focused on service excellence compliance and continual improvement.

This is a hybrid role. During the first 3 6 months you will be expected to work on-site 2 3 days per week. Once fully settled this is likely to reduce to approximately one day per week.

What youll be doing

• Leading developing and motivating a team responsible for the organisations technical infrastructure.
• Owning the strategy planning and delivery of infrastructure services ensuring stability security and future scalability.
• Managing the modernisation roadmap including M365 adoption Azure platform development and improvements across on-prem and cloud estates.
• Overseeing supplier contract and budget management ensuring value for money and strong commercial governance.
• Ensuring all infrastructure services comply with regulatory security and organisational standards.
• Driving service performance capacity planning and availability management with proactive monitoring and continuous improvement.
• Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders and acting as a trusted technical advisor.
• Leading change management activities and ensuring new or enhanced services are smoothly transitioned into BAU.

What were looking for

• A seasoned manager with experience leading IT infrastructure teams (ideally 46 direct reports).
• Strong background in a regulated environment (public sector finance utilities etc.) with an understanding of governance and compliance.
• Practical experience with M365 migration Azure platform management and modern enterprise infrastructure.
• Confident in procurement processes supplier management and contract performance.
• Excellent communicator who can engage effectively with both technical teams and senior leadership.
• Someone calm structured and accountable a reliable safe pair of hands who can deliver stability while driving improvement.