Overview
We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Database Administrator to join our IT Operations Infrastructure team in Ipswich, UK. This hybrid role is vital in ensuring our database systems are stable, high-performing, and scalable to support Gallagher Bassett's critical applications and systems. You’ll have the opportunity to work in a hybrid or remote capacity, contributing to our IT strategy and helping us deliver exceptional service. How you'll make an impact In this role, you’ll play a key part in managing and optimising our database infrastructure. You’ll ensure our systems are always available, secure, and performing at their best. You’ll work closely with other IT teams and business stakeholders to support integrations and ensure smooth operations. Your work will include installing, configuring, and maintaining databases, as well as monitoring performance and implementing improvements. You’ll also help us stay ahead by evaluating new technologies and contributing to our IT strategy. Key responsibilities include: Monitoring and improving database performance, including query optimisation and clustering. Supporting replication processes and ensuring data security. Documenting systems and processes clearly and accessibly. Collaborating with teams to support software updates and integrations. Ensuring adherence to change control processes and organisational policies. About You You’re an experienced Database Administrator with a strong background in SQL Server components and database engines. You’re skilled in performance tuning, query optimisation, and database monitoring. You’re comfortable working independently and taking ownership of tasks, and you’re always looking for ways to improve processes. What we’re looking for: Proven experience in database administration, including SQL Server and SSIS. Knowledge of clustering, availability groups, and disaster recovery. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. A commitment to continuous learning and adapting to new technologies. It’s a bonus if you have experience with large databases, highly transactional environments, or tools like SSRS and Power BI Report Server. Must be eligible to work in the UK. Compensation and benefits On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ extra days Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up Health cash plan or Private medical insurance Other benefits include: Three fully paid volunteering days per year Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan Critical illness cover Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally Season ticket loan Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase Emergency back-up family care And many more…