Head of IT in Maidstone

Location: Remote (Required to attend the office in Maidstone 1 day a week)

Job Summary: We are seeking a visionary Head of IT to lead Apogee’s internal IT operations across the UK and Europe. This is a pivotal role for an experienced leader who combines strategic foresight with operational excellence. Reporting to the IT Director, you will oversee a multi‑disciplinary team of 13 covering infrastructure, networking, systems administration, end‑user computing, application development, and service delivery. You will ensure our systems are secure, scalable, and high‑performing – while driving innovation and alignment with business goals. This is an opportunity to influence the future of IT at Apogee, guiding our digital transformation and enabling our people to thrive through technology.

Responsibilities:

• Execute the internal IT strategy aligned with business and HP technology standards.
• Lead technology modernisation initiatives – from cloud adoption to network optimisation.
• Oversee IT operations and service delivery across multiple UK and European sites.
• Manage budgets, vendors, and performance metrics to ensure operational excellence.
• Champion cybersecurity, compliance (ISO 27001, GDPR, Cyber Essentials Plus, NIS2, DORA), and governance.
• Develop and mentor a high‑performing IT team, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Lead key change programmes including ERP implementation, system migrations, and infrastructure transformation.
• Partner with HP and senior leaders to identify opportunities for digital enablement and automation.

A typical working pattern is Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 17:30, with a one‑hour lunch break. This is a hybrid role with 1 day per week expected in Maidstone.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Proven IT leadership in a complex, multi‑site organisation (500+ employees).
• Expertise across infrastructure (VMWare, Simplivity), cloud (Azure/O365), networking and end‑user computing.
• Strong understanding of IT security, governance, and compliance.
• Experience in managing IT budgets, vendors, and transformation programmes.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills at an executive level.
• A people‑focused leadership style that builds trust, inspires performance, and encourages innovation.

We value candidates with AI literacy – individuals who are curious about technology, comfortable exploring automation, and eager to contribute to a modern, forward‑thinking business.

Benefits:

• Flexible working options
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Enhanced family friendly benefits (maternity, adoption, paternity and IVF)
• 2 paid days off per year for voluntary work to support our local communities
• Staff Reward Scheme
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance 4 x salary
• Sponsorship for professional development and memberships
• Employee Assistance Programme, including access to a virtual GP and financial wellbeing support
• Mental health first aider support programme
• Cycle2work scheme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Eye care voucher scheme
• Free flu vaccinations
• Employee social events and recognition activities throughout the year
• HP Employee discount programmes
• Mobile phone discounts

Why Join Apogee: At Apogee, our values – Integrity, Passion, Courtesy & Respect, Inclusivity, Knowledge, People and Flexibility – shape everything we do. They guide how we work with clients and colleagues, drive ethical practices and create an environment where you can grow, innovate and develop your career within a progressive, expanding organisation. We are looking for inspiring individuals who want to make a real impact in their careers and the world around them. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our success. We know true innovation flourishes when people can be their authentic selves. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds, and we actively value different perspectives across age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion and belief. Your individuality drives our shared success, and we encourage you to bring your whole self to Apogee. We support flexibility and accessibility. If flexible working is important to you, please include this alongside your salary expectations in your application so we can discuss it early in the process. If you have a disability or health condition and require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Team on 0345 300 9955 – we are committed to making your experience inclusive and accessible. We are proud to support the Armed Forces community. We hold a Bronze Award in the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from Reservists, Veterans, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers and military families.