Head of Infrastructure

The University of West London (UWL) is one of the UK's fastest-rising universities, driven by a bold strategic plan, Impact 2028, which champions lifelong learning, impactful research, inclusion, sustainability, and digital innovation. As a values-led institution, we are proud of our sector-leading student satisfaction, widening participation, and transformative outcomes. Our staff are central to this success - creating an environment where students thrive and futures are shaped.

At UWL, we understand the transformative power of technology and its role in shaping a seamless academic and professional experience. Our IT Services department is dedicated to providing robust, cutting-edge solutions that cater to the diverse needs of our students, faculty, and staff.

The Role

The Head of Infrastructure is responsible for leading the IT Infrastructure function, ensuring the design, implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of the University's IT systems, both on-premises and in the cloud. The role requires strategic leadership, technical expertise, and strong stakeholder engagement to deliver reliable, secure, and innovative IT services.

You will

• Work closely within the Transformation and Operations service areas in a 4th line support and value engineering capacity.
• Define and implement infrastructure strategy, and drive service quality, innovation, and adoption of emerging technologies.
• Lead system design, ensure compatibility with enterprise architecture, and provide expert advice on technology solutions.
• Maintain compliance with security policies, monitor risks, and implement security controls.
• Manage, lead, and develop IT teams, ensuring effective communication, motivation, and performance.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, represent IT at senior levels, and promote best practices.

About You

• Proven experience leading large, multi-disciplinary IT teams, fostering a collaborative culture.
• Strong technical knowledge across IT Infrastructure including networking, Servers, storage, telephony, desktop environments, and cloud platforms.
• Proven ability to define infrastructure strategy and deliver complex projects within large, multi-site environments.
• Understanding of information security principles, data protection regulations, and risk management practices.
• Skilled in managing budgets, negotiating contracts, and managing 3rd party supplier relationships.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences and influence senior stakeholders.

This is a permanent position paying between £63,389 - £71,342, depending on experience. The role is 35 hours a week, predominantly onsite. UWL offers a range of benefits, including a generous pension scheme, access to on-site gym facilities and study leave for professional development.

Joining UWL means becoming part of a vibrant, inclusive community that's shaping the future of education. You'll work alongside passionate colleagues in a university that celebrates diversity, champions innovation, and puts people at the heart of everything it does. If you're ready to help us build a workforce that empowers every student to succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply

UWL is working in partnership with HAYS to identify the right person for this role. To apply, please visit our dedicated recruitment site at Welcome | University of West London and upload your CV in the first instance (no cover letter required).