Salary: £45,000 - 55,000 per year Requirements: Strong experience leading IT teams in fast-paced or high-growth environments Excellent technical knowledge across Microsoft Azure, M365, Intune, SharePoint, and Power BI Hands-on infrastructure and support background with experience in multi-site operations Comfortable working across 1st/2nd line issues while also planning strategic upgrades Strong communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally and manage change A proactive mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement Comfortable working with both internal and external dev teams Responsibilities: Lead and manage all day-to-day IT operations and support Oversee infrastructure, networking, and system availability across UK sites Act as the key point of contact between local teams and group-level IT stakeholders Support in-house software development and internal tooling improvements Drive automation and service innovation using AI and modern collaboration tools Manage IT budgets, procurement, licensing, and supplier relationships Maintain strong security standards, disaster recovery planning, and compliance Build internal documentation and improve helpdesk processes Support training, coaching, and upskilling across your team and the wider business Technologies: AI Azure Support Power BI Security SharePoint Cloud More: We are a growing UK business and are excited to recruit an experienced and forward-thinking IT Manager to join our team in Manchester. This key leadership role oversees all aspects of IT operations and service delivery across multiple sites. We offer a competitive salary between £45,000 and £55,000, a car allowance, a performance bonus, and a 7% employer pension contribution along with medical cover. Join us to lead a small in-house team and contribute to our technology strategy that supports performance, compliance, and future growth. last updated 7 week of 2026