Head of Technology – Contract (6 months+)
📍 London – Hybrid | 💰 £700–£800 per day (Outside IR35)
Are you an experienced technology leader with a passion for driving innovation across cloud, infrastructure, and managed services?
We’re supporting a leading global technology partner that delivers secure, high-performing IT operations and digital transformation to clients across sectors including shipping, real estate, energy, and investment.
They’re looking for a Head of Technology to define and deliver their technology strategy — leading high-performing teams, driving technical excellence, and shaping the roadmap for internal operations and client-facing services.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Develop and execute a modern technology strategy aligned to business and client goals.
* Oversee the delivery and optimisation of multi-client environments across Windows, Linux, Azure, AWS, and on-premise infrastructure.
* Lead, mentor, and develop talented technology teams to deliver operational excellence.
* Act as senior escalation point for complex technical issues.
* Drive continuous improvement in service delivery, monitoring, and automation.
* Collaborate with senior stakeholders and partners to deliver innovative, secure solutions.
* Manage budgets, vendor relationships, and technology investments.
What We’re Looking For
* Strong background within IT Managed Services or technology consultancy environments.
* Proven leadership experience shaping and executing technology strategy.
* Hands-on experience with Windows & Linux administration, Azure and AWS.
* Sound understanding of security frameworks (ISO 27001, GDPR) and ITIL principles.
* Knowledge of automation tools (PowerShell, Bash, Terraform, Ansible).
* Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and mentoring skills.
* Experience delivering cloud migrations, hybrid infrastructure, or endpoint modernisation projects.
* Relevant certifications (e.g., Azure/AWS Architect, ITIL, CISSP/CISM) highly desirable.
Why Join
* Opportunity to lead technology direction for a global enterprise environment.
* Collaborative, high-trust culture focused on innovation and improvement.
* Work with cutting-edge technologies across Azure, AWS, and hybrid architectures.
* Competitive day rate and long-term project potential.