Infrastructure Manager

Infrastructure Manager

Are you a strategic and hands-on professional with a passion for building and maintaining robust IT infrastructure? We're seeking a dynamic Infrastructure Manager to lead and enhance our organisation's IT systems, ensuring they remain reliable, secure, and future-ready.

You need to be a hands-on IT professional with the want to develop skills and career and be strategic within my client’s compact IT environment.

About the Role:

As the Infrastructure Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end management of our IT infrastructure. This includes overseeing hardware, software, networking, cloud services, and security. You’ll play a pivotal role in driving projects, implementing best practices, and supporting the business’s growth through scalable and innovative technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the IT infrastructure team to deliver seamless support and operations.
• Design, implement, and maintain infrastructure systems, including on-premises and cloud-based environments.
• Ensure the security, scalability, and resilience of IT systems, minimizing downtime and risks.
• Oversee disaster recovery planning and business continuity processes.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to align IT infrastructure with business objectives.
• Manage budgets, vendor relationships, and procurement of IT resources.
• Monitor infrastructure performance and recommend improvements to optimize efficiency.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to keep the organization at the forefront of innovation.

About You:

We are looking for someone who brings a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a strategic mindset.

You could currently be a strong IT candidate looking to take on more responsibility and step up from an IT Administrator role.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience in managing IT infrastructure, including cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.
• Strong knowledge of networking, servers, virtualization, and storage solutions.
• Familiarity with IT security protocols and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to manage multiple priorities.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with ITIL frameworks and other industry standards (preferred).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., MCSE, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, CCNA) are a plus

This is on site only in West London and NOT hybrid. You must be customer facing and possess excellent communication skills.