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Experienced Senior Recruiter with Principle HR | 20+ years in Tech, IT & Digital Recruitment
* The role: IT Manager – Hands-On Role | B2B Business Services
* Location: Just outside Preston, Lancashire (100% onsite initially)
* Salary: £40k to £50k basic (DOE) + benefits + career development
* Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
* Requirements: Driving licence and own vehicle required
Please note: Candidates must already live within a commutable distance to Preston, Lancashire – NO relocation/sponsorship
We’re seeking a hands-on IT Manager to join a growing, well-backed business with over £100m annual turnover. This role requires someone confident handling day-to-day IT issues while also managing third-party IT partners and overseeing internal technical projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Day-to-day IT support (hardware, software, cloud systems, account setups, troubleshooting)
* Manage and collaborate with external IT support provider on escalations and project delivery
* Support internal teams with system access, hardware setups, network queries, and IT requests
* Take ownership of local IT infrastructure and systems development
* Work with stakeholders to support ongoing tech-related projects
Requirements:
* Proven experience in IT support and systems administration
* Practical experience with hardware fixes, software support, cloud platform admin, and troubleshooting
* Experience managing or liaising with third-party IT support providers
* Ability to handle internal requests professionally and prioritise work independently
* Must hold a valid driving licence and have access to own transport – location is not accessible via public transport
Additional Information:
Role is based onsite 5 days/week initially – future hybrid working may be considered once established, but this is not guaranteed. This role offers genuine long-term progression as the business continues to grow. This is a role for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, comfortable with everything from fixing laptops to supporting wider systems and infrastructure projects.
Interested? Apply now with your latest CV and we’ll take it from there…
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* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
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* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology, Engineering, and Management
* Industries
Technology, Information and Media, Energy Technology, and IT System Operations and Maintenance
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