IT Manager
Job Description
IT Manager andndash; Manchester City Centre andndash; andpound;55k
Our client is a well-established organisation with a long history of providing valuable products and services to its customers. They are now looking for an experienced IT Managerandnbsp;andnbsp;to join their central office team in Manchester City Centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated IT professional to take on a role with both hands-on technical responsibilities and the chance to contribute to strategic IT initiatives.
Key Responsibilities- Provide senior-level IT support across HQ and over 100 remote branches across the UK.
- Take ownership of complex technical issues and ensure timely resolution.
- Work closely with business stakeholders to deliver effective technical solutions aligned with wider objectives.
- Contribute to shaping the organisationandrsquo;s infrastructure and technology roadmap.
- Mentor and support junior IT team members in their professional development.
- Collaborate with external suppliers, outsourced development teams, and managed service providers.
- Maintain and upgrade the IT estate to ensure systems remain secure, reliable, and up to date.
- Support IT projects from planning through to delivery, ensuring regular updates to stakeholders.
- Assist with IT budget monitoring and identify opportunities for cost optimisation.
- Proactively identify and mitigate IT-related risks across the organisation.
- 3andndash;5 yearsandrsquo; experience in a senior IT support role.
- Strong knowledge of VMware ESXi.
- Experience working with external suppliers (MSPs, outsourced developers, data centres).
- Proficiency with Microsoft technologies: Exchange, Active Directory, and Office Suite.
- Firewall configuration and maintenance skills.
- SQL Server, including T-SQL.
- Cortex XDR antivirus.
- Omnissa Horizon.
- Veeam Data Backup.
- VLANs, DNS, and networking.
- IIS and related web technologies.
- A confident communicator able to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical colleagues.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to take ownership of challenges.
- A natural mentor who enjoys supporting the growth of junior colleagues.
- Proactive and enthusiastic about introducing innovative technologies to improve business performance.
- Competitive salary package.
- Office-based role with flexibility for remote working.
- Opportunity to make a significant impact within a stable and forward-looking organisation.
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