Windows Server Team Lead

Windows Server Team Lead

Abingdon - on-site initially, then 1 day a week onsite

£450 - £525 a day (Outside IR35)

initial 3 months but should extend long term

SC Clearance is mandatory

We are seeking an experienced Windows Server Team Leader to support a major programme of work which is due to start in April. This is a hands‑on leadership contract role where you will help transition an established Windows team to effectively deliver both operational support and project‑based work.

You will work closely with the existing team lead to ensure resources are effectively planned, the team is properly supported, and new staff are onboarded successfully.

• Manage and coordinate the Windows Team across operational and project activities
• Assess team skills, capacity, and workload to plan and schedule resources effectively
• Support recruitment activities, including reviewing CVs and interviewing permanent and contract staff
• Work alongside the existing lead, providing leadership and operational support as required
• Facilitate onboarding of new starters, including provisioning system access
• Make informed technical decisions to support delivery and maintain service quality

• Strong technical background in Microsoft Windows environments
• Experience managing or leading Windows infrastructure teams
• Good understanding of Microsoft 365 (O365), both on‑premises and cloud
• Proven ability to plan resources and manage team workloads
• Experience supporting recruitment and onboarding processes
• Confident decision-maker with strong stakeholder engagement skills

On-site presence required initially to integrate with the team

Transition to a 1 day a week after the initial onboarding period, depending on programme needs

Candidates must already hold their SC Clearance (Security Check)