Salary: £48,400 - 59,300 per year Requirements: Holds a qualification in Information Technology or a related area (Degree level or equivalent) or significant experience in an IT field. Technical information gathering, analysis, and problem solving. Using formal processes to apply best practice. Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Strong leadership demonstrated through coaching or mentoring. Experience of technical leadership within an IT organisation. Experience in the delivery of significant network infrastructure change, from design to delivery. Strong communication skills, building good relationships, and explaining technical issues to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to manage technical risk and lead on implementing appropriate mitigations. Ability to establish strong working relationships with both HMLR technical staff and suppliers/other government departments. Responsibilities: Provide expert technical advice and guidance on security-related topics, acting as a reference point for complex operational incidents and strategic IT development work. Work closely with IT partners, suppliers and internal subject matter experts to design, test, and implement innovative infrastructure solutions that meet business needs and support expanding digital services. Develop, build and maintain network and infrastructure systems using modern development standards, industry best practice, and approved HMLR technologies, ensuring availability, integrity, and performance. Create and implement robust test plans and assurance activities to maintain service quality and reliability. Build and maintain technical standards, working with technical architects to translate architectural designs into effective operational solutions. Plan, manage and support technical changes within your IT Operations specialism, identifying and scoping opportunities to improve services. Ensure technical implementations align with HMLRs Technology and Business Strategies, taking accountability for adherence and escalating risks or issues where appropriate. Provide clear communication on how team activities impact users, stakeholders, and wider technical areas. Engage with customers and suppliers on infrastructure changes and problem resolution. Act as a technical and behavioural role model, promoting inclusive behaviours, managing conflict effectively, and contributing to a supportive, cohesive IT Operations community. Support wider IT Operations management through input into workforce planning, budgets, technology roadmaps, projects, and tasks. Technologies: Support Network Security Cloud DevOps HTTP More: At HM Land Registry, our Digital, Data and Technology teams enable services that underpin land and property across England and Wales. We are currently looking for a Senior Executive Officer within our IT Operations Practice, based in Plymouth. You will play a key role in maintaining our network infrastructures security and resilience, while supporting essential services for millions. We foster a supportive and collaborative team environment that encourages knowledge sharing and personal development. Our commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and employee well-being is at the forefront of our culture. We offer competitive salary and benefits, including a generous pension scheme, and we ensure that our employees feel valued and proud to be part of HM Land Registry, whilst achieving their full potential. last updated 11 week of 2026