IT Manager | 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
£50-£60k DOE
Full-Time | Office Based | Fantastic Benefits
'Lead Technology Operations. Drive Stability. Deliver Excellence.'
We're seeking an experienced IT Manager to take ownership of a busy and diverse technology function during a 12-month fixed-term contract.
This is an opportunity for a hands-on technology leader to oversee day-to-day IT operations, manage infrastructure and security, lead a small internal team, and ensure technology services continue to support the wider business effectively.
Working closely with senior leadership, you'll play a key role in maintaining a secure, reliable, and high-performing technology environment while delivering projects, managing suppliers, and driving operational excellence for a well-established organisation recognised as a local employer of choice.
As IT Manager you'll be responsible for:
- Leading the day-to-day management of the IT function
- Owning core business systems, infrastructure, and cloud services
- Managing Microsoft 365 environments and Azure-based services
- Overseeing cyber security, risk management, and compliance activities
- Managing third-party technology and support partners
- Delivering IT projects aligned to business priorities
- Managing budgets, suppliers, and governance processes
- Leading, supporting, and developing a small internal IT team
- Building strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation
What we're looking for from the IT Manager:
Essential Experience
- Strong Microsoft 365 administration experience
- Experience managing Azure services and cloud infrastructure
- Proven IT operations and systems management background
- Experience overseeing security operations and risk management
- Strong networking and infrastructure knowledge
- Project management and delivery experience
- Budget and supplier management experience
- Experience managing third-party service providers
- Previous team leadership and people management experience
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Desirable
- Experience with Google Workspace
- Experience supporting technology functions within growing organisations
About You
You'll be:
- Proactive and solutions-focused
- Comfortable taking ownership and accountability
- Highly organised with strong prioritisation skills
- Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment
- An effective communicator who can engage stakeholders at all levels
- A collaborative leader who enjoys developing people and improving ways of working
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to join a respected local employer of choice, take ownership of an established technology function, lead meaningful projects, and make a genuine impact within a dynamic and purpose-driven organisation.
If you're an experienced IT professional looking for a role that combines operational leadership, technical oversight, and stakeholder engagement, we'd love to hear from you.
Please note, this is initially a twelve month fixed term contract with potential for permanent longer term.
Apply now for a confidential discussion.