Senior IT Systems Engineer

Interview Date: Thursday 09 October 2025

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Senior IT Systems Engineer looking to build on their experience within a fast-paced, diverse, and supportive environment. In this role, you will work closely with the IT Infrastructure Manager, colleagues across the IT Infrastructure Services (ITIS) team, other IT departments, and the Business Information Unit (BIU).

Based our Hawkshead Campus, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management and support of the RVC’s network and server infrastructure, helping to ensure reliable and secure IT services for all users. Collaboration is essential, as you’ll contribute to the successful delivery of infrastructure solutions that align with the RVC’s strategic and business objectives.

In addition to your technical expertise, you will help foster effective communication and teamwork across IT teams and with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.

This is an outstanding opportunity to advance your career within an institution that is deeply committed to digital transformation. You will bring strong communication skills, solid analytical and problem-solving abilities, and prior experience—ideally within a higher education environment. Your ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues will be essential to your success in this role.

We are currently the QS number 1 ranked veterinary school in the world and a great not-for-profit organisation to work for. The College’s total reward package includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlement, and free sports/gym facilities, with campuses in Camden and leafy Hertfordshire. A Working from Home Policy is in operation providing hybrid working opportunities as appropriate. 

Normal working hours per week will be 35 per week, Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. This may vary from time to time in consultation with your line manager.

We offer a generous reward package and benefits including:

• Competitive and attractive pension package
• Generous 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and concessionary days)
• A range of family friendly policies, including adoption, maternity and paternity pay and leave
• On site café and restaurant
• Free membership to gym facilities at Camden and the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre located on site at Hawkshead (gym, badminton, climbing wall, Zumba, yoga, and Pilates classes included)
• Cycle to work scheme

Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact:

Gwyn Jervis, Head of IT Services at gjervis@rvc.ac.uk for further information.

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