Cloud and Infrastructure Operations Manager

Job Description

Lead and evolve our global AWS infrastructure

We're looking for an experienced Cloud & Infrastructure Operations Manager to take ownership of our global cloud platforms, with a particular focus on our AWS environment.

Reporting directly to the CIO, this is a key leadership role within our IT Operations department, with responsibility for the reliability, performance, security and scalability of our core infrastructure services. You'll lead people across TechOps, SysOps, Networks and Voice, whilst remaining closely involved in technical decision-making and infrastructure strategy.

Please note: This is not a purely people-management position. We're specifically looking for a candidate with strong hands-on AWS expertise who can provide technical leadership, challenge existing approaches, drive improvements and act as a recognised cloud subject matter expert.

This role is based from our Crewe offices alongside the team.

What you'll be doing…

• Owning the operational management of our cloud infrastructure, with AWS at the heart of our environment.
• Ensuring cloud platforms and infrastructure services remain secure, resilient, scalable and highly available.
• Leading and developing teams responsible for TechOps, SysOps, networking and voice services.
• Driving operational excellence through automation, monitoring and proactive service management.
• Managing cloud security, performance optimisation and cost efficiency across the AWS estate.
• Overseeing enterprise network services, including cloud networking, WAN, VPN and data centre connectivity.
• Supporting and improving our Five9 voice and telephony environment.
• Leading major incident response and driving improvements to reliability and service resilience.
• Working closely with Cyber Security, Platform Services and other senior technology stakeholders to continually improve our infrastructure landscape.

What we’re looking for…

Essential

• Proven AWS infrastructure experience in complex enterprise environments.
• Experience leading infrastructure, cloud or operations teams.
• Deep understanding of AWS architecture, cloud networking and security best practices.
• Experience managing highly available, business-critical infrastructure services.
• Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code and automation tooling.
• Experience implementing monitoring, observability and operational tooling.
• Experience managing major incidents and operational service delivery.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure security principles and governance.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Highly Desirable

• Exposure to Azure environments.
• Enterprise networking expertise across LAN, WAN, VPN and cloud networking.
• Experience with SRE or reliability engineering practices.
• ITIL-based service management experience.
• Experience supporting modern development teams with infrastructure and platform services.
• Experience with voice or contact-centre technologies such as Five9 and SIP services.

This role Is likely to suit you if…

• You are currently a Cloud Manager, Cloud Operations Manager, Infrastructure Operations Manager or Senior AWS Engineer with leadership responsibilities.
• You enjoy leading teams while staying technically engaged.
• You can comfortably discuss AWS architecture, security, networking, resilience and optimisation at a deep technical level.
• You are passionate about automation, operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• You want the opportunity to influence infrastructure strategy whilst remaining close to the technology.

What you can expect from us…

Meaningful work

You’ll be an important contributor to the IT operations that run our entire global business.

A standout workspace

Based in our offices in Crewe, you’ll enjoy modern, collaborative workspaces, complete with café and onsite gym.

Career development

Your impact on Radius will be rewarded with the opportunity to progress your career in many directions.

The development of our people has always been a priority for us. We have established a culture of continuous learning and knowledge-sharing which means our colleagues are constantly exposed to new experiences and ways of working.

Everyone in Radius, from entry-level to the senior team, has their own personal development plans with clear routes for progression and regular reviews.

Rewards and benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll have access to a reward and benefits package which includes:

• Pension
• Life assurance
• Bonus potential
• Employee fuel card scheme
• Electric Vehicle scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Wellness and healthcare assistance via ‘Help@Hand’ by Unum
• Cycle to work’ scheme
• Free breakfast daily in the office
• Free onsite gym access

About Radius…

Driving business forward

Radius offers fuel cards, telematics, vehicle leasing, EV charge points, telecoms and more to businesses globally.

Established in 1990, we're trusted by over 470,000 businesses to help them grow and become more productive.

With over 3000 colleagues across 5 continents, our people are critical to our success as we develop new innovative products across a growing range of businesses.

Our values...

Driven - We are ambitious and tenacious. We constantly strive for more, we look to the future, and we are already working on what’s next.

Agile - We are quick to adapt to change. We stay ahead of market trends and create solutions for the future.

Innovative - The status quo is there to be challenged. We are passionate about pushing boundaries and always think bigger.

Inclusive - We know the value of our customers, partners, suppliers and colleagues. We encourage inclusivity and work collaboratively.

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Additional Information

Diversity, Equality & Inclusion at Radius

Our global DEI networks champion LGBTQ+ inclusion, cultural diversity, women’s empowerment and mental health, neurodiversity and disability support.

We also offer:

• Global Female Health Policy & Female Health Champions
• Pregnancy Loss and Fertility Treatment Policies
• Endometriosis Friendly Employer (UK)
• Women-focused gym & female health events
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Disability Confident Committed Employer (Level 1)
• Race at Work Charter signatory
• Proud sponsor of Crewe Pride (5 years running) and Cheshire Pride Awards Corporate Supporter 2025
• Community network driving charity and volunteering initiatives, with 8 consecutive years of participation in the UK Challenge.
• Give as you earn scheme (payroll giving) and match funding

Next Steps

If you feel we are a good match for each other, you can apply online now!

If you’d like to understand more about the role or life at Radius before applying, then please contact our talent team directly.

Radius is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to welcome people regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation or socioeconomic background.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage of the process, please let us know, and we will do our best to support you.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.

Note to recruitment agencies:

We do not accept speculative recruitment agency CVs or profiles. Any unsolicited CV received by Radius will be treated as a gift and not eligible for an agency fee.

PSL agencies should only send CVs via our Applicant Tracking System, when approved to do so by the Radius Talent Team.