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# Interim Head of IT

- **Company:** Altum Consulting
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £130,000.0 - £156,000.0
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Software System Penetration Testing, Asana, Cyber Security, Salesforce.Com, Zoho Office Suite, IT General Controls (ITGC), Hubspot
- **Published:** September 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/interim-head-of-it/57389014

## About the Role

You are likely to have:

 * Experience as a Head of IT, IT Manager, Technology Manager or similar, ideally within a small or medium-sized organisation.
 * A genuinely hands-on, sleeves-rolled-up approach, comfortable moving between strategic priorities and day-to-day IT issues.
 * Experience managing and developing a small IT team.
 * Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration, including users, permissions and access.
 * Hands-on experience with CRM platforms such as HubSpot, Salesforce or Zoho, including improving processes, reporting and user adoption.
 * A track record of improving system adoption and user engagement, rather than simply implementing new technology.
 * Good knowledge of cyber security, IT controls and operational resilience.
 * Experience managing external technology suppliers and partners.
 * An interest in AI and automation, with the ability to turn potential use cases into practical solutions.

Experience within B2B, professional services, membership, events or similarly project-led environments would be advantageous but is not essential.

This opportunity would particularly suit someone who enjoys working in smaller organisations where the remit is broad, decisions can be made quickly and technology leaders remain close to both users and systems. Immediate or short-notice availability is strongly preferred.

## Description

* Lead and develop a small internal IT team and oversee day-to-day technology operations and service delivery.
 * Provide hands-on support and escalation across Microsoft 365, user access, hardware, software and general IT issues when required.
 * Drive adoption and optimisation of core business platforms, particularly HubSpot and ClickUp.
 * Work directly with users to improve workflows, reporting, processes and ways of working.
 * Identify and deliver practical AI and automation use cases that improve productivity and effectiveness.
 * Own and improve the organisation's cyber security posture, including access controls, security awareness and penetration testing.
 * Manage third-party technology suppliers and support partners across UK and international operations.
 * Support ongoing website administration and improvements through HubSpot and external partners.
 * Maintain a pragmatic technology roadmap balancing immediate operational priorities with longer-term improvements.


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