IAM Tech Lead

IAM Technical Delivery Lead - Hybrid / Sheffield - Market Umbrella Rate - 6 months+

Overview

We are seeking an experienced IAM Technical Delivery Lead to join an established Identity team, supporting a major IAM Service Transformation programme. You will work across multiple teams and stakeholders to deliver enterprise-wide improvements, ensuring high-quality outcomes across identity, access, and related systems.

This is a delivery-focused role, ideal for someone who understands what “good” looks like and can drive workstreams to successful completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver identified improvements across a range of applications and systems
• Be involved in pre market consultations for third‑party partners
• Support transformation and modernisation initiatives
• Oversee systems integration, automation, and governance projects
• Work closely with Cyber Security teams, applying strong security principles
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the business
• Collaborate with multiple departments, including HR and Finance

Experience & Skills

• Proven experience delivering IAM and identity‑related transformation initiatives
• Have a solid Technical Identity & Access Management background and be able to ‘talk the tech talk’
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Solid understanding of cyber security concepts and best practices
• Experience working in complex, multi‑department environments
• Higher Education sector experience is desirable but not essential

Technical Environment

• Active Directory (on‑prem) with a strong cloud‑first strategy
• SQL Querying and SQL Administration
• Oracle integrations (Customer Journey and HR systems)

Start Date: 2nd March

This role requires a safe, delivery‑focused IAM professional who can take ownership and ensure high-quality outcomes across the IAM landscape.