IT Manager

Job Description

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.

IT Manager

• Leicester (Hybrid – 2 days on-site per week)
• Up to £60,000 + Benefits

We’re partnering with a growing organisation to recruit an experienced IT Manager to lead technology operations, infrastructure, systems development, and digital transformation across a multi-site environment.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who combines strong technical expertise with strategic thinking and enjoys driving innovation, improving systems, and leading a small internal team.

The Opportunity

• As IT Manager, you’ll take ownership of the organisation’s IT function, overseeing infrastructure, cybersecurity, ERP systems, software development, support services, and reporting capabilities. You’ll play a key role in shaping the technology roadmap while ensuring systems remain secure, scalable, and aligned to business growth.
• This role offers a broad scope with the opportunity to influence both day-to-day operations and long-term technology improvements.

 Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the internal IT and software development teams
• Oversee IT infrastructure, networks, cloud environments, and endpoint security
• Manage and enhance Microsoft 365, Azure, Intune, and network technologies
• Own ERP systems administration, development, integrations, and automation
• Drive improvements across business systems, workflows, and reporting
• Lead cybersecurity, disaster recovery, governance, and compliance initiatives
• Deliver reporting, dashboards, and analytics capabilities to support business decision-making
• Manage third-party technology partners and suppliers
• Support digital transformation and continuous improvement projects
• Provide technical guidance and support to senior stakeholders

 Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in an IT Manager or senior technical leadership role
• Strong technical knowledge of: Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Intune, Network infrastructure
• Endpoint security
• Experience managing ERP systems, including automation and integrations
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity, governance, and IT best practices
• Experience leading IT support and software development functions
• Strong xwzovoh project delivery and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with reporting, dashboards, and business analytics
• Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on technical involvement
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

 What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working model (2 days onsite in Leicester)
• Salary up to £55000 - £60000 depending on experience
• Opportunity to shape and modernise a growing technology function
• Broad strategic and operational remit
• Collaborative and forward-thinking environment

If you’re an experienced IT professional looking for a role where you can make a real impact across infrastructure, systems, and business improvement initiatives, we’d love to hear from you.