Automation Lead - £70K

Automation Lead

Location : Reading HQ - Potential to be remote or Hybrid (UK)

Salary : £60,000 - £70,000 + 10% bonus + benefits

Employment Type : Full time, permanent

Are you an experienced leader in automation and process optimisation? We're looking for an Automation Lead to head up a growing team of developers and engineers, delivering innovative automation solutions that drive efficiency and digital transformation.

This is a fantastic opportunity to combine hands-on technical expertise with team leadership, shaping the organisation's automation strategy while staying at the forefront of Microsoft technologies.

Responsibilities :

Designing, implementing, and managing automation solutions using Microsoft Power Automate

Leading, mentoring, and managing a team of automation engineers.

Collaborating with stakeholders to identify and prioritise automation opportunities across the business.

Driving the automation roadmap and governance framework, ensuring best practices and compliance are followed.

Conducting code reviews, solution assessments, and ensuring high development standards.

Working closely with IT teams to ensure automation solutions are secure, scalable, and well integrated.

Staying up to date with emerging technologies and advising on future automation strategies.

Essential Experience :

Proven management experience leading technical / development teams.

Strong hands-on experience in...