Deputy Head of IT SystemsLocation: West LondonJob Type: Permanent, Full-time - Fully on site Salary: Up to £75,000 DOE Are you a passionate IT leader looking for your next challenge? We're seeking a Deputy Head of IT Systems to take a key role in managing and optimising our client's IT infrastructure, ensuring top-tier performance, security, and seamless service delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role that blends technical expertise with strategic oversight in a fast-paced, evolving environment.This role is ideal for a hands-on IT leader who thrives in a dynamic setting, seamlessly balancing technical proficiency with managerial responsibility. While leadership and strategic vision are essential, we need someone who isn't afraid to dive into the technical side - troubleshooting, optimising systems, and driving innovation. This position demands a start-up mindset - someone who can lead, build, and execute with a deep understanding of infrastructure, cloud technologies, and security. If you're a proactive problem-solver with the technical acumen and leadership skills to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.What You'll Be Doing:

• Acting as second-in-command to the Head of IT Systems, supporting leadership and decision-making.
• Overseeing IT operations and support teams to ensure smooth service delivery and an excellent user experience.
• Monitoring system health, performance, and security, resolving issues proactively.
• Ensuring compliance with IT policies, security standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Managing vendor relationships and ensuring service levels are met.
• Supporting IT projects, collaborating with stakeholders to drive successful implementation.
• Analysing system performance data and identifying areas for improvement.
• Researching emerging technologies to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For:Essential Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.

• Strong experience in IT management or a senior technical role.
• Excellent knowledge of network management, server administration, cloud technologies (Azure), and IT security.
• Hands on coding experience
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and prioritise workloads effectively.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting abilities.
• Outstanding communication skills to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Industry certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP, CISSP).

Why Apply?This is a leadership role where you'll have real impact and responsibility, shaping the future of IT within a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation. You'll be at the heart of exciting IT projects and innovations, working with cutting-edge technologies to drive efficiency and transformation. Our client believes in continuous learning, offering ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities to help you thrive. Plus, you'll be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values teamwork, innovation, and excellence. If you're looking for a role where you can make a difference, this is it!If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now and be part of a team that's shaping the future of IT.