IT Operations Director (PE Backed)

IT Operations Director (Private Equity Backed) Permanent Remote (Occasional travel to West London) Posted Wed 01 July 26 CVs ASAP Start date Aug – Oct 26 (Depending on notice) Meraki Talent’s rapidly scaling client is actively looking to appoint an IT Operations Director to help shape the future of technology within this fast-growing, Private Equity-backed organisation. With ambitious growth plans, an active acquisition strategy and significant investment in technology, the business is entering an exciting new phase. As part of this journey, they are looking to appoint an IT Operations Director to build and lead a modern, scalable IT Operations function that will underpin the organisation's continued success. Reporting directly to the C-Suite, with strategic support, you'll be responsible for creating the operational foundations that enable a growing business to scale securely, efficiently and effectively. From defining the operating model and establishing governance to recruiting your own team and driving operational excellence, you'll have the autonomy to create an IT capability that supports the organisation both now and in the future.Responsibilities of the IT Operations Director (Private Equity Backed): - Lead IT Operations across the organisation - Manage and develop the relationship with the core MSP - Oversee M365, Azure, Infra, endpoint management and cloud based services - Drive improvements across service management, governance and operational maturity - Lead cyber sec operations, IT risk, disaster recovery and compliance - Supporting the tech integration of acquired businesses - Build and grow the internal IT function Background of the IT Operations Director (Private Equity Backed): - Extensive experience of leading IT Operations within a growing, multi-site organisation - Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, infrastructure and cloud environments - Experience in managing MSPs and outsourced tech partners - Track record of improving service management, governance and operational performance - Experience working alongside Private Equity partners, very helpful - Experience in building/scaling teams helpful Is this job for you?  At Meraki, we love recruitment and love words. Is this you?Gordon wants: Azure, IT Ops, Scale, M365, MSP, Infrastructure, Cloud, Private Equity Please see our website page headed (eg) ‘Privacy Notice’ for an explanation about how we use information we collect about you’