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Hays

Interim Head of IT

On site

Oxfordshire, United kingdom

£ 450 /day

Freelance

10-11-2025

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Skills

Communication Leadership PowerShell SQL VMware Problem-solving Networking Windows Virtualization Project Management Recruitment WordPress Active Directory TCP/IP Windows Server

Job Specifications

Interim Head of IT - Paying up to £450 Per Day, Inside IR35, Based in Oxford, Mainly on site working, To Start ASAP

Your new company

You will be working with a leading organisation that is based in Oxford.

Your new role

We're looking for an experienced Head of IT to lead and manage core IT services. This role involves overseeing systems, networks, and user support for staff, students, and visitors. You'll drive strategic IT projects, ensure infrastructure security, and collaborate across departments to align tech with institutional needs.

What you'll need to succeed

Strong experience in IT leadership and infrastructure management
Expertise in Windows Server, Active Directory, networking (TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, DHCP)
Familiarity with virtualization (VMware), scripting (PowerShell), and SQL
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of higher education IT environments
Experience with SharePoint, Teams, WordPress, and project management

What you need to do now

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About the Company

We are leaders in specialist recruitment and workforce solutions, offering advisory services such as learning and skill development, career transitions and employer brand positioning. As the Leadership Partner to our customers, we invest in lifelong partnerships that empower people and businesses to succeed. We help you achieve your career goals and deliver your business needs by combining meaningful innovation with our global scale and insights. Last year we helped over 280,000 people find their next career. Join the mill... Know more