As Delivery Manager (Infrastructure) you will coordinate the delivery of Microsoft-focused infrastructure initiatives, aligning resources and agile practices to maximise value from technology investments. You’ll operate within Oxford’s federated IT model, guiding teams to plan, prioritise, and sustain delivery across complex environments. You will foster agile maturity, manage risks and dependencies, and build strong cross‑university relationships to ensure secure, user‑centred services. This role offers visible impact on teaching, research, and administration through robust, high‑performing IT facilities.
Pay / Benefits
38 days of annual leave (plus buy-up)
generous family leave
hybrid and flexible working
contributory pension scheme
commuting options (cycle loan, discounted bus, season tickets)
Rental Deposit Loan Scheme
Responsibilities
Coordinate delivery of infrastructure initiatives with focus on Microsoft technologies
Plan, organise, and break down complex requirements into deliverables
Implement agile practices; maintain delivery priorities, dependencies and capacity
Ensure sustainable flow of work; coach and empower teams
Manage risks, budgets, and resources; monitor progress
Build trust and collaborate across the University to deliver secure, user-focused services
Champion continuous improvement in planning, prioritisation, and delivery flow
Influence stakeholders and maintain a clear delivery board so teams have meaningful work
Key requirements
Proven experience as Delivery Manager, Agile Project Manager, or Scrum Master
Strong ability to balance priorities and adapt delivery approaches to complex environments
Excellent communication, planning, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to coach teams and drive collaboration across organisational boundaries
Experience with Microsoft technologies; familiarity with Azure DevOps is advantageous
Experience in IT service management or higher education is beneficial
Experience delivering technology and digital infrastructure initiatives in complex organisations
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