IT Manager
* Manchester (Hybrid – 3 days on-site)
* Full-time | Permanent
* £45,000 - £50,000
We’re looking for an experienced IT Manager to build and lead a reliable, secure, and high-performance IT environment that supports our client as they continue to grow quickly – they are an IT Technology Scale-Up, building innovative AI products. You’ll be both a strategic planner and a hands-on technical expert, shaping how their internal IT evolves as we scale.
What You’ll Do
* Manage and improve IT infrastructure (on-prem & cloud servers, networking, Wi-Fi, data storage).
* Oversee SaaS platforms (Microsoft 365, Slack, Atlassian Jira/Confluence).
* Manage the lifecycle of end-user hardware (macOS, Windows, Linux).
* Maintain and enforce IT security policies, backups, and endpoint protection.
* Provide Tier 1 & 2 support, onboarding/offboarding, and internal documentation.
* Plan and deliver IT projects, manage budgets, and recommend new technologies.
What We’re Looking For
* 3+ years in IT support, systems admin, or IT management (ideally in tech/startup environments).
* Strong technical proficiency across macOS, Windows, and Linux.
* Solid networking knowledge (TCP/IP, VPNs, Firewalls, Wi-Fi).
* Experience with Microsoft 365/Entra ID and security best practices.
* Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Bonus skills:
Experience with ISO 27001, Ubiquiti, Azure, MDM (Jamf, Intune), or certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or Azure Administrator.
Why You’ll Love This Role
* Competitive pay and benefits.
* Opportunity to build an Internal IT Support function from the ground up.
* Work on innovative AI and technology projects with real-world impact.
* Collaborative, flexible environment with space to grow and learn.
If you love solving problems, learning new tools, and enabling great tech teams to do their best work — this internal IT Manager role could be ideal for you!
👉 Apply now with your CV!