Infrastructure & Operations Leader

Job Introduction

Are you a seasoned IT leader with a proven track record of leading and developing IT Infrastructure and Operations teams? Do you have a passion for optimising technology, driving innovation and developing high performing, diverse teams? If so, we want to hear from you! We are seeking an Infrastructure & Operations Leader to take responsibility for leading and developing our IT Operations.

Main Responsibility

As the Infrastructure & Operations Leader, you will be responsible for the smooth functioning of our IT services, including the Service Desk, Client Services, Operations, Networks, Storage, Technical Projects, Application Support and Global Regional IT services. You’ll be a key member of the IT Leadership team and contribute towards fulfilling the vision, mission and overall strategic corporate plans.

You will work alongside your fellow department leaders to ensure all technical resources, infrastructure and requirements are properly planned and available; provide technical leadership for the delivery of multiple IT projects across various business functions (managing budgets, resources, issues, risks and timelines to ensure successful implementation); and define and implement appropriate measures and controls across the estate to ensure a performant, capable, efficient and agile IT service.

If you are interested in learning more about this unique opportunity to join a growing global IT function within one of Scotland’s most exciting industries – please click the PDF attachment to view the full role profile.

Our Ideal Candidate

Applicants should have proven senior leadership experience with the demonstrable ability to set objectives, drive operational excellence, performance manage a team and develop individuals to achieve their potential; as well as extensive experience managing the delivery and support of IT Operations services, and a strong understanding of IT architecture disciplines, frameworks, concepts and best practices.

In-depth knowledge of Microsoft, VMWare, Citrix, Nutanix, Networking & Security Technologies and a Project Management qualification would also be advantageous.

What we can offer you

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits which are designed to promote our employees financial wellbeing. Employees are also eligible to participate in a bonus plan.
• Our employees enjoy a generous holiday entitlement and an opportunity to ‘buy’ or ‘sell’ some holiday entitlement.
• Private Healthcare and Doctor@Hand (remote GP service).
• Our employees can join a defined contribution pension plan. Employees contribute either 4% or 5% of salary, the company contributes 8% or 10% depending on the employee contribution. Employee contributions can be made through salary sacrifice.
• Our Employee Assistance Programme offers practical, impartial support on everyday matters ranging from medical, financial and legal to home and family issues.
• Our Life Assurance cover is a multiple of eight times your annual basic salary.
• Product allocation so that you can enjoy our fantastic portfolio of brands.
• Our Cycle to Work scheme allows you to hire a bike for an agreed length of time, and then snap it up for a fraction of its original value. All while making savings (at least 25%) and spreading the cost.
• Every employee has the opportunity to claim up to £1,000 per year for a charity or charities for which they have raised money, volunteered their time or personally donated.
• Learning resources to help you be your best self.

About William Grant & Sons

A HOME FOR RARE CHARACTERS

William Grant & Sons: a home where Rare Characters thrive.

We value every employee for their rare character, distinctive skills, experience and perspectives. Every one of our colleagues has a role to play in helping us to achieve our growth ambitions.

At William Grant & Sons, our vision is to be A home where rare characters thrive. We value all colleagues for their rare character, distinctive skills, experience and perspectives. Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of how we do things at William Grant & Sons, fully aligned to our purpose and our company values. We strive to create an environment where we can all be our best and bring our whole selves to work.

OUR AGILE WORKING PHILOSOPHY

Our agile working philosophy is to “Have your best work day everyday”.
Built on trust, we empower our rare characters to have their best work day every day. Where flexibility and positive working experiences help employees to feel connected and release potential across our teams.
We are open to discussing possible agile/flexible working options as part of the recruitment process.

INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of how we do things at William Grant & Sons, fully aligned to our purpose and our company values. We want to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive.

William Grant & Sons