It manager

IT Manager – (Infrastructure, Azure, Microsoft 365, Security, SaaS, O365, Server, Wi-Fi, Firewalls, EntraID, AzureAD, SharePoint, Networking) – South Manchester – Permanent Charles Simon Associates are currently recruiting for an IT Manager for a well established business based in South Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on IT Manager or a Senior Infrastructure Engineer looking to take a step up, it will involve taking ownership of infrastructure, operations and security across a modern cloud-first technology environment. The successful candidate will act as the senior technical authority on-site, responsible for ensuring the organisation’s core infrastructure is secure, reliable and scalable. This role will involve working closely with senior technology leadership, supporting business-critical systems and overseeing day-to-day IT operations. This position requires a hands-on approach, combining technical leadership with practical infrastructure delivery. Location: South Manchester (minimum 4 days onsite) Salary: £60,000 Per Annum D.O.E Skills/Requirements for the IT Manager: * Strong experience working with Microsoft 365 including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Intune and Defender * Solid experience working with Microsoft Azure within a cloud-first environment * Experience managing identity and access management including Entra ID / Azure AD * Strong infrastructure experience including networking, Wi-Fi, firewalls and VoIP * Experience in managing SaaS platforms and cloud-based environments * Working with endpoint management tools such as Intune and Autopilot * Experience supporting backup, disaster recovery and business continuity processes * Proven troubleshooting ability across infrastructure, cloud services and endpoints * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills * Previous experience/exposure of implementing and maintaining Security controls and frameworks is highly desirable Start date is ASAP for the IT Manager The IT Manager will be responsible for: * Taking ownership of the organisation’s core IT infrastructure and cloud services * Managing and optimise Microsoft 365 and Azure environments * Overseeing identity management, endpoint security and access governance * Ensuring infrastructure supports a high-performance, cloud-first business environment * Maintaining and test backup and disaster recovery processes * Supporting the operation of business-critical systems and SaaS platforms * Implementing security controls aligned with group security policies and compliance frameworks * Providing technical leadership and mentorship to on-site IT support staff * Working closely with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure technology supports business needs * Managing relationships with technology vendors and third-party providers * Maintaining documentation, policies and procedures across the IT environment About You: * Experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer or IT Manager * Comfortable working in a hands-on technical leadership role * Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities * Able to work effectively with technical teams and non-technical stakeholders * Experience working within cloud-first or SaaS-driven organisations Please send an up-to-date copy of your CV to be considered for the IT Manager IT Manager – (Infrastructure, Azure, Microsoft 365, Security, SaaS, O365, Server, Wi-Fi, Firewalls, EntraID, AzureAD, SharePoint, Networking) – South Manchester – Permanent