Head of Technology Operations

We're seeking a Head of Technology Operations to lead a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team across infrastructure, cloud platform engineering (Azure), security, service management, and technical operations. Within this role, you will be managing internal managers and third-party resource.You’ll play a key role in a fast-paced, tech-led company that delivers real-time data and broadcast services to global customers.In this role, you will:

• Own cloud operations across Azure and drive platform performance and cost optimisation
• Oversee security engineering, audits, pen testing, and compliance
• Lead change and incident management and support services (24/7)
• Manage end-user tech, corporate apps (e.g. ServiceNow, Salesforce), and software licensing
• Collaborate with exec leadership weekly to drive strategy and improvement

We're looking for someone who:

• Proven experience in IT operational leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of Azure, DevOps/cloud engineering, and platform reliability
• Experience driving observability and monitoring strategies across large-scale services
• Good working knowledge of cybersecurity practices, frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials), and audit processes
• Vendor, contract, and license management experience across software and infrastructure suppliers
• Skilled communicator with experience managing stakeholders across business and technical teams
• Budget responsibility and comfort presenting performance data and financial plans

You’ll influence everything from board-level reporting to hands-on platform improvements, and join a collaborative, culture where change is welcomed.  Permanent opportunity Hybrid working – 2x days Milton Keynes based per week, 1x day Central London based per week, 2x days working remotely. Salary - £120,000 - £140,000 + package Benefits – Bonus up to 20%, pension contribution up to 10%, holiday buy and sell scheme + more!  We are an equal opportunity recruitment company. This means we welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age. We are particularly invested in Neurodiversity inclusion and offer reasonable adjustments in the interview process. Reasonable adjustments are changes that we can make in the interview process if your disability puts you at a disadvantage compared with others who are not disabled. If you would benefit from a reasonable adjustment in your interview process, please call or email one of our recruiters.