IT Support Lead - Insurance

Oliver JamesLondonreedpublished 10/22/2026
Must-have:SeniorLeadHybrid

About the company

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading Insurance organisation looking for an experienced IT Support Lead to oversee service delivery and drive improvements across its IT support function.

Your tasks

The role will combine IT operations, service management and stakeholder engagement, with responsibility for ensuring effective support, managing escalations and improving service performance.

Requirements

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee IT support operations and manage escalated incidents.
  • Drive service improvements, reporting and performance management.
  • Manage third-party support providers and service delivery.
  • Support IT controls, audit requirements and compliance activities.
  • Work with technical teams to ensure new systems are effectively supported.

What we offer

*Location: London Hybrid: 3 days per week in the office Salary:** Up to £75,000

Other

IT Support Lead | London | Hybrid | Up to £75,000

Key experience

  • Significant IT Service Desk leadership or senior IT Operations experience
  • Strong knowledge of ITIL and IT service management.
  • Experience with IT controls, SOX/ITGCs and external audits.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft 365 environments.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.