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Lee Hill

Congleton,Cheshire East

Summary

Experienced IT professional with 35+ years of expertise across software development, IT consulting and end-to-end system deployment. Skilled in software and hardware implementation, network infrastructure design, SQL Server administration, cloud computing, and complex systems integration. Proven track record of delivering robust, scalable solutions and providing strategic technical guidance to drive business performance.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

ActiveH Mobile & Web Implementer / Developer

MIS Active Management Systems Limited
Northwich, Cheshire
06.2014 - 07.2025

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Standardised and improved deployment processes for mobile and web solutions including CWP, TIPS Customer Portal, Repairs Gateway, Outbound Comms (Email/Printing/SMS) & MFA Single Signon security.
  • Assisted in implementing several cloud migration projects (“lift and shift”) for key products, ensuring successful transitions to AWS and Azure environments.
  • Executed weekend emergency disaster recovery migration, transferring compromised on-premise infrastructure to equivalent AWS environments ensuring minimal downtime and business continuity.
  • Managed out of hours upgrades and deployments.
  • Maintained accurate technical documentation to support ongoing operations and training.
  • Developed external interface integration for ActiveH desktop using VB.NET & VB6.

Skills: VB.NET | VB6 | Internet Information Services (IIS) | SQL Server | AWS | Azure | Confluence | Jira Service Desk | ISO 9001 QA Methodologies

Support Consultant (Remote Contract)

Arcus Global
Cambridge
06.2014 - 12.2019

Part-time consultancy, support and development for the Headway Land Charges system as the customers transitioned to Arcus Global's products.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Implemented major system modifications driven by legislative changes, maintaining product reliability and regulatory compliance.
  • Provided remote software and technical support.

Skills: Technical & Product Support | VB6 | Microsoft SQL Server | Regulatory Compliance

Senior Analyst Programmer / Product Manager

MIS Local Government Systems Limited
Northwich, Cheshire
05.2005 - 06.2014

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Directed full software enhancement lifecycles to build and maintain robust Local Land Charges systems ensuring adherence to ISO 9001 quality standards.
  • Integrated Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to enhance data accuracy and reporting capabilities.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams and provided training and technical support to end users.
  • Collaborated closely with sales and client teams to align product features with market needs and regulatory requirements.

Skills: VB5 | VB6 | VB.NET | Microsoft SQL Server | GIS | ISO 9001 | Business analysis

Senior Analyst Programmer / Team Leader

Alphameric Retail
Manchester
09.2001 - 01.2005

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Directed software adaptation and development of EPOS/EFTPOS systems, delivering tailored features that improved retail operations.
  • Worked closely on transitioning from MS Access to Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Acted as technical liaison between development teams and business stakeholders.
  • Supported QA and customer support teams to maintain system stability and user satisfaction.

Skills: VB5 | VB6 | VB.NET | Microsoft SQL Server

Software Development Manager

Micro Retailer Systems (MRS)
Macclesfield, Cheshire
05.1999 - 05.2001

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Managed a team of Visual Basic developers, providing technical leadership and ensuring timely product delivery.
  • Senior Analyst Programmer for core EPOS/EFTPOS projects.
  • Oversaw quality assurance, technical support, and ongoing product enhancement.

Skills: Business Analysis | VB6 | Microsoft SQL Server | Access | Novell NetWare | Quality Assurance | Technical Support

Analyst Programmer

Micro Retailer Systems (MRS)
Macclesfield, Cheshire
05.1989 - 05.2001

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Developed, and maintained Simplex Bookkeeping software for small retailers.
  • Developed RS232 MODEM based remote ordering system using PSION PDA Organisers, streamlining order processing.
  • Led final project to integrate internal systems with OMRON and RACAL cash register networks.

Skills: MS-DOS | CP/M | MS BASIC | Turbo C | RS232 Communication | Novell NetWare

Education

BTEC in Computing - Computer Software Engineering

Macclesfield College of Further Education
Macclesfield
09.1988 - 09.1990

City and Guilds - Software Development, Desktop Publishing, Spreadsheets, Computer Maintenance

Macclesfield ITeC
Macclesfield
07.1986 - 07.1988

O-Level - Computer Studies, Mathematics, English, Physics, History

Macclesfield High School
Macclesfield
09.1982 - 06.1986

Skills

  • IT consultation, Business Analysis & Project Management
  • Hardware & Software systems integration & support
  • IT infrastructure including network topology
  • Web server management (on-prem & cloud - AWS/Azure)
  • VB6 & VBNET software development
  • Account Management & sales support
  • Confluence, Jira & Tempo
  • ISO 9001 QA Methodologies

Affiliations

  • Performance Motoring
  • Comedy Theatre
  • Role-playing Games (Dungeons and Dragons)
  • Sci-Fi
  • Generative AI (Local and Cloud)

Timeline

ActiveH Mobile & Web Implementer / Developer

MIS Active Management Systems Limited
06.2014 - 07.2025

Support Consultant (Remote Contract)

Arcus Global
06.2014 - 12.2019

Senior Analyst Programmer / Product Manager

MIS Local Government Systems Limited
05.2005 - 06.2014

Senior Analyst Programmer / Team Leader

Alphameric Retail
09.2001 - 01.2005

Software Development Manager

Micro Retailer Systems (MRS)
05.1999 - 05.2001

Analyst Programmer

Micro Retailer Systems (MRS)
05.1989 - 05.2001

BTEC in Computing - Computer Software Engineering

Macclesfield College of Further Education
09.1988 - 09.1990

City and Guilds - Software Development, Desktop Publishing, Spreadsheets, Computer Maintenance

Macclesfield ITeC
07.1986 - 07.1988

O-Level - Computer Studies, Mathematics, English, Physics, History

Macclesfield High School
09.1982 - 06.1986
Lee Hill