IT Infrastructure Engineer

Overview

IT Infrastructure Engineer - Location: Leeds Salary: £34,000 - £37,500 a year Full Time: 35 Hours Contract Type: Permanent

Are you an experienced IT professional who thrives on building robust, secure, and scalable infrastructure? BW Legal is growing, and it's an exciting time to be part of our journey as we take things to the next level. We're an award-winning law firm with a strong focus on technology and innovation. As we continue to invest in our infrastructure, we're looking for an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer to join our growing IT Operations Team. This is a hands-on role where you'll help keep our systems secure, resilient, and future-ready to support the business with technology at its core.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting Microsoft-based infrastructure and business applications
• Managing LAN/WAN networks, routers, and firewalls (Meraki, SonicWALL)
• Maintaining and evolving our Azure cloud platform and Citrix environment
• Leading infrastructure projects and implementing new technologies
• Monitoring systems, responding to alerts, and troubleshooting issues
• Maintaining network and endpoint security, including patching
• Participating in a paid on-call rota and monthly patching (paid as overtime)

What we're looking for

• At least 3 years' experience in IT infrastructure, systems administration, or cloud engineering
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server (2022/2025), Windows 11, and Active Directory
• Experience with Microsoft Azure, VMware, and Kubernetes
• Networking expertise (LAN/WAN, routers, firewalls)
• Hands-on knowledge of Linux (Ubuntu), SQL Server (2022), and MS Exchange (2019)
• Familiarity with Dell PowerStore or similar storage solutions

How we work

We're a hands-on team that thrives on solving problems and making technology work smarter for the business. You'll collaborate with colleagues across IT and the wider business, using modern platforms and tools to deliver secure, reliable, and high-performing systems. You'll thrive if you're curious about new technologies, enjoy taking ownership of projects, and want to see the real impact of your work in a fast-paced, growing organisation.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm
• Occasional out-of-hours support (paid overtime)
• Monthly Sunday patching rota (approximately 1 in 3, paid as overtime)

Our Leeds office

You'll be based at our modern office in Leeds, conveniently located just off Junction 3 of the M621. For those driving, we offer free on-site parking. We're well connected by public transport, with major bus routes stopping outside the office and Leeds Train Station a 10-minute walk away. We provide secure cycle storage for those who bike to work.

Rewards and Benefits

BW Rewards offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being. These benefits include:

• Lifestyle Rewards
  • 35 hour working week
  • Free offsite parking
  • 27 days of annual leave + bank holidays, plus paid leave on your birthday and additional paid leave on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve when falling on a weekday
  • Flexible holiday policy: use, buy and sell up to 5 days of holiday, with some holiday allowance usable by the hour
  • Extra holiday for length of service: 1 extra day after 2nd, 3rd, and 4th year
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
  • Business-casual dress code
• Financial Rewards
  • Be Here at BW: monthly and quarterly bonus based on attendance and punctuality
  • Death in service benefit: 6 times annual salary
  • Income protection: 75% salary for up to two years if unable to work (subject to eligibility)
  • My Staff Shop: discounts at UK retailers
  • Travel support: free parking, bus discounts and cycling facilities
  • Leeds Credit Union: preferential rates
  • Contributory pension scheme
• Personal Growth Rewards
  • Learn and Earn: invest in personal and professional development outside of working hours
  • Learning and Development allowance: paid time to learn during working hours
  • Professional qualifications: financial and study support
• Health Rewards
  • Free gym membership
  • On Site GP and Virtual GP access
  • Physiotherapist on site monthly
  • Health cash back plan for well-being
  • Employee assistance programme: 24/7 helpline with counselling
  • Early intervention support for staying in or returning to work
• Engagement Rewards
  • BW colleague events, charity fundraising, and more

BW Legal is dedicated to helping you reach your full potential and thrive in our welcoming and exciting culture. Join us and be part of our success! As a proud Disability Confident employer, we are committed to equal opportunities for all. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know at .