Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd

IT Services Team LeaderInfrastructure & OperationsHybrid - Haywards Heath, West SussexGenerous Benefits + 15% Bonus Are you a proven IT leader ready to unite a skilled team of 7 (senior techs + entry-level engineers) in a dynamic data centre environment? Step up to lead software/application support, from VMs/bare metal to stakeholder-facing ops, driving DevOps evolution, breaking silos, and pushing boundaries beyond day-to-day delivery. Enjoy a competitive salary, 15% bonus, 22+ days holiday, pension, onsite gym, and hybrid working. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and unite your team - breaking silos, building collaboration, coaching skills, setting goals, and creating an engaging environment. Make decisions, empower members, support the Data Centre Manager, and drive proactive improvements (e.g., tool evolution like Zabbix/Grafana). Oversee third-line support, system/infrastructure development, platform stability, and translate stakeholder needs into agile solutions. Key Skills & Requirements 3-5 years leading technical teams + 5+ years IT (extensive Linux admin across Debian/CentOS/RHEL flavours). Agile/DevOps experience; tools like Ansible, Puppet, Zabbix (FAI/Slurm ideal); ITIL Foundation. Strong stakeholder communication, problem-solving, and a broader data centre vision to lead effectively. Desirable: OpenStack, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Docker, scripting, cloud/virtualisation, hardware (storage/CPU/GPU). If you've held any of these roles or used these technologies/skills, this role could be a great fit: Services Team Leader, Infrastructure Lead, DevOps Manager, Linux Ops Lead, Data Centre Supervisor; Linux (Debian/RHEL), Ansible, Puppet, Zabbix, Slurm, Agile, ITIL, DevOps tools. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Project Manager - ERP & Software Development Location: Waterbeach, Cambridge (Fully onsite with occasional travel to London) Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 + benefits. 12-month fixed-term contract. Deerfoot Recruitment is working on behalf of a respected organisation seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead ERP-related projects and associated software development initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to deliver high-impact programmes across both business and technology functions.The successful candidate will define, plan, and deliver ERP and software development projects, applying structured project management methods to ensure delivery within scope, budget, and timescales. You will oversee the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), manage third-party vendors, and drive ERP system enhancements, integrations, and upgrades. Strong governance, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills will be essential, with regular interaction at senior and steering group level. Key Requirements Proven experience managing ERP implementation or upgrade projects. Track record delivering software development projects across the full SDLC. Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (PRINCE2, PMI, Agile). Excellent stakeholder engagement and vendor management skills. Proficiency in project tools such as MS Project, DevOps, and MS Teams. Desirable: Experience with Microsoft Business Central, ITIL, or AgilePM certification. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd acts as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

IT Infrastructure Administrator London / Hybrid (primarily remote with travel into office when required) Circa £50k + Benefits Permanent Deerfoot Recruitment is working with a growing insurance organisation seeking an experienced IT Infrastructure Administrator to join its close-knit technical team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering a modern IT strategy, with a focus on cloud technologies, system reliability, and security.The successful candidate will support and enhance a Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 environment, alongside enterprise security and backup systems. You'll be responsible for investigating and resolving complex technical issues, managing upgrades, ensuring disaster recovery readiness, and supporting system integrations following acquisitions. Key Responsibilities: Provide infrastructure support across Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, backup, and security platforms. Diagnose and resolve technical incidents with minimal disruption. Maintain and optimise infrastructure through patching, monitoring, and performance tuning. Manage and support enterprise security solutions (Fortinet, Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Mimecast, etc.). Contribute to disaster recovery planning and testing. Document processes, incident resolutions, and technical procedures. Skills & Experience: Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Intune, SharePoint, Exchange Online, Entra ID). Hands-on Microsoft Azure experience (VMs, networking, storage, AVD). Familiarity with Fortinet firewalls and related technologies. Experience with backup/disaster recovery tools (e.g., Veeam, Azure Backup). Proactive approach to system monitoring, automation, and documentation. Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar infrastructure support role. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Head of Strategy & Architecture - IT Strategy Director / Enterprise Architecture Lead We're hiring on behalf of a leading global financial services organisation for a senior technology strategist to shape and drive digital transformation across EMEA. Salary - Circa £160k base + Benefits. Location Hybrid/London The Role Lead technology strategy and enterprise architecture for Digital Engineering Services & Solutions. Define IT roadmaps to modernise infrastructure, service management, and digital platforms. Partner with C-Suite executives to align technology vision with business goals. Influence strategic adoption of Cloud, AI (including GenAI), Data Management, and modern workplace technologies. Provide leadership to a team of strategists and architects across a global environment. About You 10+ years' experience shaping IT strategy and enterprise architecture in large organisations. Proven success driving digital transformation across infrastructure and operations. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at Board / Executive level. Certified in ITIL, TOGAF, SAFe or Cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP). A visionary leader who can deliver clarity, strategy and results. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role shaping digital strategy on a global scale. You'll have wide visibility, direct influence on boardroom decisions, and the chance to build the roadmap for the next generation of technology services. Apply now to take the lead in transforming enterprise technology. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.