Job Description
IT Systems Manager
Southampton
Hybrid – 2/3 days WFH
Are you an IT Manager looking for a new challenge? Look no further, one of our long-standing clients is looking for a new IT Systems Manager to join their well-established business within the logistics sector.
Our client is looking for someone who’s experienced at managing a team and not afraid to get their hands dirty. You will be responsible for a team of 4 consisting of a Security Analyst, an Infrastructure Manager, and 2 Systems Technologists (3rd line support), along with other IT functions within the business. You will play a vital role in maintaining and ensuring the smooth running of the IT Systems within the business and also to adhere to project specifications, costs, and timelines.
Benefits:
* Salary: up to £70,000
* 25 days Holiday + Bank Holidays
* Enhanced Pension
* Health Schemes
* Sick Pay (Up to 52 Weeks)
Main duties and responsibilities:
* Manage the maintenance and support of the existing technical IT systems and Infrastructure.
* Responsibility for Cyber security and compliance of the UK systems.
* Ensure within expected timelines the maximum availability of systems.
* Manage, and support the System Technologist team.
* Ensure the IT Business Continuity plan is in place, functioning, and further developed for increased functionality.
* Implement and maintain the company’s IT policies.
* Ensure the legal compliance of IT responsible regulations.
* Identify, investigate, and introduce technologies to improve productivity and security.
* Participate as IT technical lead in projects not led by the IT department.
* Project Manage technical projects, manage resources, and coordinate with the business.
* Liaise and co-ordinate with the Corporate IT team.
* Co-ordinate with other IT departments and the Business to provide a high level of service to the business.
* Any other duties commensurate with skills, scope, and time available.
Key job requirements:
* An experienced IT Manager with a proven track record.
* Ability to understand the wider IT arena as well as individual specialisations.
* Ability to multitask and work well under pressure,prioritising workload and managing conflicting demands.
* Good interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff across the business, as well as key customers and suppliers.
* Articulation of technical information to non-technical staff.
* Excellent organisational and time management skills.
* Attention to detail.
* Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
* Ability to plan and manage their own and the team’s workload to meet deadlines.
* Regular travel will be required
To apply for this role please call 02380 765 301, send your CV to louiswoods@spectrumit.co.uk or hit apply!