Apprenticeships and graduates

Alex studied her Computing degree at Essex, then moved into working in the IT Services department after graduating. She started as a software developer and has progressed into a leadership role managing the frontline IT Helpdesk, IT Training and IT Communications teams. She is passionate about staff development, and as such is keen to recruit and promote individuals in her team who show dedication to their work and their own personal development.

Liam started at the University as an apprentice for the IT Helpdesk. After a year of study he proved himself to be a significant asset to the team and secured a full-time position as a Junior Analyst, then was promoted to Analyst. He now trains new staff, presents at departmental meetings and maintains an excellent level of output. He has always been a keen learner and passionate about his work, and is well-respected by customers and colleagues alike.

Peter has worked in engineering and subsequently in IT across the Health sector and Higher education for the last 29 years, specialising in IT security for the last 19. He has been part of many IT security teams and is using his experience to apply IT security teamwork to Goldsmiths University

IT pro with 24 years experience in both private and public sectors. I have been with the University for 11 years. My career has developed from front-line through to infrastructure support and for the last 7 years as an IS Team Lead, within the University for the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine. I am passionate about helping people and committed to developing career pathways, which is where my interest comes from in engaging in youth employment initiatives.

Andreas has a degree in Business Management, and was one of the first IT graduates to join King’s IT. He’s experienced several roles ranging from IT Governance & Assurance, Communications, Supplier & Contract Management, progressing his career and being promoted. He’s now a Manager within Enterprise Architecture, supporting innovation and change, to help King’s exploit digital technology. Andreas also has the privilege of leading the IT Graduate Scheme which allows graduates to experience several roles across IT and build their career.

Tom began his career in Libraries, and accidentally ended up in IT Support in 2008 due to a fairly typical University departmental restructure. He has since worked in End User Support, and is currently the TechBar and Apprenticeship Manager for King's IT. Having had a non standard career route, and discovering he absolutely loves working in IT, he's passionate about more planned pathways into our industry.