Head of IT Operations

3 weeks ago


City of Westminster, Greater London, United Kingdom Opus Executive Search Ltd Full time £90,000 - £130,000
Position: Head of IT Operations
Sector: Financial Services
Location: Central London
Salary: £90k-130k basic + comprehensive benefits
Work Model: Hybrid

We are representing a prominent organization within the financial services industry, focusing on asset management, investment solutions, and share trading.

Our client is in search of a seasoned Head of IT Operations to become an integral part of their team during a significant growth phase.

The Head of IT Operations will be crucial in enhancing and modernizing the IT department, ensuring alignment with the changing demands of our stakeholders in the current business landscape.

This role presents an exceptional opportunity for a skilled IT leader to guide a team and substantially influence the technological framework of the organization.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the executive leadership to formulate and execute a strategic vision for the IT department that aligns with corporate goals.
  • Direct and oversee a diverse team, including support staff, engineers, and DevOps professionals, promoting a culture of collaboration and high performance.
  • Manage the daily operations of the IT division, ensuring the effective delivery of IT services and support.
  • Establish and enforce IT policies, procedures, and standards to guarantee compliance and secure operations.
  • Assess and propose new technologies, systems, and software to enhance operational efficiency and foster innovation.
  • Cultivate relationships with external vendors and strategic partners to ensure the successful execution of IT projects and services.
  • Supervise and manage IT budgets, ensuring the efficient use of resources.
  • Proven track record as a Head of IT Operations or in a comparable leadership position within a complex IT environment.
  • In-depth knowledge of IT infrastructure, systems, and operations, with expertise in networking, security, cloud solutions, and software development.
  • Demonstrated experience in spearheading IT transformation and modernization projects.
  • Background in financial services or a related sector is highly advantageous.
  • Familiarity with hybrid work models and the capability to effectively manage remote teams.


This is a remarkable opportunity for a Head of IT Operations to join a dynamic and innovative organization within the financial services sector.

Opus Executive Search Ltd is acting as a recruitment consultancy in relation to this Head of IT Operations position.

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