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Head of Infrastructure - UK Challenger Bank
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Head of Infrastructure | UK Challenger Bank | Six-Month Contract
We are supporting a UK challenger bank in appointing an experienced Head of Infrastructure for an initial six-month contract.
This is a hands-on leadership role for a seasoned infrastructure professional who can set direction while remaining close to delivery. You will take ownership of the bank’s infrastructure environment, covering networks, cloud, desktop and end-user services, and Microsoft 365.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee the bank’s infrastructure function
- Take hands-on ownership of critical infrastructure priorities and issues
- Manage network, cloud, desktop and Microsoft 365 services
- Provide strong oversight of third-party technology partners
- Hold vendors accountable for delivery, service quality and commercial performance
- Ensure infrastructure services are secure, resilient and appropriate for a regulated banking environment
- Work closely with the CTO and wider technology leadership team
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We Are Looking For:
- A seasoned infrastructure leader with strong technical depth
- Broad experience across networks, cloud platforms, desktop services and Microsoft 365
- A pragmatic, delivery-focused approach and willingness to get stuck in
- Strong vendor and outsourced service-management experience
- Experience within banking, financial services or another regulated environment
- The credibility to operate at leadership level while remaining hands-on
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You must have depth of experience working in banking across the last ten years. Candidates without recent banking/fintech experience will not be considered.
Contract Details:
- Initial six-month contract
- £600–£800 per day depending on experience
- Outside IR35
- Predominantly remote
- Applicants must be based in the UK
- Monthly travel to London for a team day
Please note: there is no upward flexibility in day rates. Please do not apply if you are looking for a higher rate.
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