My leading Insurance client is looking for a talented and motivated professional to oversee the organisation's IT operations, ensuring the stability, continuity, security, and efficiency of its technology platforms within a global commercial insurance environment.

You'll drive IT operational excellence, manage security risks, focus on continual service improvement, drive transformational delivery projects, and work effectively with internal stakeholders and third-party vendors to deliver high-quality Global IT services.

This is a newly created role, working in a high-performing yet supportive environment. A great opportunity!

The following skills/experience are essential:

• Strong experience managing Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams), Azure cloud infrastructure, and security tools such as Microsoft Defender and Sentinel.
• Deep knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS), compliance requirements (GDPR, SOC2), and risk management best practices.
• Identity & Access Management (IAM): Expertise in Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, Single Sign-On (SSO), and Privileged Access Management (PAM).
• Good management and people leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills

Salary: Up to £95,000 + bonus + package

Location: London (good work from home options available)

If you are interested in this IT Operational Platforms and Security Lead position and meet the above requirements, please apply immediately.