Head of Platforms and Connectivity
Location: East Midlands (2 days per week in office)
Full-Time | Permanent
Circa £60,000 per annum plus excellent benefits
Shape the Future of a Digitally-Driven University
A forward-thinking UK university is undergoing a bold digital transformation—and we’re looking for a strategic and visionary leader to shape the future of its connected, agile campus. If you're passionate about leading modern IT infrastructure and delivering digital excellence, this role offers a platform to make a lasting impact.
The Role: Head of Platforms and Connectivity
You’ll lead one of the most critical infrastructure functions within the university—driving the strategy, delivery, and optimisation of network and platform services across a hybrid IT estate.
Your remit includes:
* Overseeing wired and wireless network services, hybrid cloud infrastructure, datacentre resilience, and SMART campus integration.
* Managing multidisciplinary teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing services.
* Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders—including enterprise architects and suppliers—to ensure technical alignment with institutional goals.
You’ll play a pivotal role in embedding a modern product operating model, driving intelligent monitoring and automation, and advancing digital learning and research capabilities.
What We’re Looking For
* Senior-level leadership in enterprise IT infrastructure across complex, multi-site environments.
* Deep experience in cloud platforms, network architecture (LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, VPNs), virtualisation, and IoT-based campus technologies.
* A strong communicator who can bridge technical depth with strategic vision.
* Experience in the higher education or public sector is advantageous but not essential.
Why Join?
You’ll be part of a university that’s placing digital at the heart of its operations—modernising services through cloud adoption, agile delivery, and user-first design. It’s an exciting time to join, with the opportunity to shape services that enable academic, operational, and student success.
Apply now and lead the next phase of digital innovation in higher education.
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