Site IT Lead at Cranleigh STEM Sustainability Recruitment

Guildford, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

IT Systems Support, Laboratory Informatics, Regulatory Compliance, Data Integrity, Server Management, Vendor Management, Active Directory, Chromatography Data Systems, Problem-Solving, Leadership, Communication, Organizational Skills

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

IT Site Lead – Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical Industry Guildford, Surrey (Onsite, 5 days a week) Full-time, Permanent £Competitive salary We're working with a well-established organisation in the life sciences sector to recruit an experienced IT Site Lead for their Guildford location. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll oversee local IT operations, support lab-specific systems, and collaborate closely with global colleagues. The successful candidate will bring industry-specific experience from a GxP-regulated environment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage both people and systems with confidence. About the Role As IT Site Lead, you’ll provide day-to-day leadership for a small IT team while maintaining and enhancing business-critical systems, including laboratory informatics platforms. You’ll play a key part in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., GxP, Part 11, Annex 11), supporting internal audits, and driving IT infrastructure improvements on-site. This role requires close collaboration with technical and scientific teams and will suit someone who enjoys both hands-on problem-solving and strategic oversight. Experience with Chromatography Data Systems (CDS) like Empower and platforms such as Hyper-V, Veeam, and Active Directory will be essential. Key Responsibilities Administer and support lab systems including Empower and LAC/E. Lead validation efforts for computerized systems to ensure regulatory compliance. Collaborate with QA and lab teams on data integrity and audit readiness. Oversee backups, system configurations, and server management (Hyper-V, Veeam). Manage vendor relationships for IT and lab systems, including upgrades and SLAs. Provide hardware/software support (desktops, laptops, enterprise applications). Maintain Active Directory and Citrix environments. Deliver mentoring and leadership to junior IT team members. What You’ll Need Prior experience in a similar industry (pharmaceutical, life sciences, or GxP-regulated environment) is essential. Proven background in IT systems support and administration. Knowledge of laboratory systems and regulatory requirements (e.g., GxP, 21 CFR Part 11). Strong communication and organisational skills. A relevant degree or diploma is preferred, but equivalent experience will be considered. Ability to work independently and in collaboration with global teams. Salary, Benefits & Location Salary: £Competitive (depending on experience) Location: Guildford, Surrey – Onsite, 5 days per week Benefits include: Generous annual leave and bank holidays Company pension contributions Private medical insurance or health cash plan Life assurance and income protection Employee assistance programme Discounted gym membership Regular social events and activities

Responsibilities

As IT Site Lead, you will oversee local IT operations and support lab-specific systems while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will lead a small IT team and collaborate closely with technical and scientific teams.