Head of IT / IT Manager Nottingham City Centre (100% office-based) £55,000 - £65,000 + bonusIf you're an experienced IT Manager or Head of IT looking for a role where you can take full ownership of the IT function, lead a team, and drive real operational improvements - this is a position where you can genuinely make an impact.We're working with a well-established, multi-site business with a strong market presence and a reputation for stability and long-term growth.The Opportunity:This Head of IT / IT Manager role is a hands-on leadership position with full responsibility for IT across a business operating 60+ sites nationwide.You'll lead a team of 5 and take ownership of:
* IT infrastructure and network performance
* Microsoft environment (O365, servers, Active Directory)
* Connectivity across multiple sites
* Systems security, backups, and resilience
* Telecoms, CCTV, and access control systems
This role offers the chance to shape and improve the IT function, not just maintain it.What You'll Be Doing
* Ensuring reliable connectivity across all sites (business-critical)
* Leading and developing a small, established IT team
* Managing 3rd party suppliers and service providers
* Driving automation and efficiency improvements
* Supporting a mix of modern and legacy systems
* Identifying opportunities to improve systems and reduce manual processes
What We're Looking For
* Proven experience as an IT Manager / Head of IT / Infrastructure Manager
* Strong Microsoft stack (O365, Active Directory, servers)
* Solid networking experience (Cisco, Meraki, routers)
* Ideally, experience in a multi-site environment
* Experience managing a small team
* Comfortable being both hands-on and strategic
Why This IT Manager Role?
* Full ownership of IT across a multi-site business
* Stable, well-funded organisation
* Direct exposure to senior leadership
* Opportunity to make visible improvements quickly
* Bonus scheme paid twice yearly based on your impact
Important to Know
* This is a fully office-based role in Nottingham
* The business values trust, reliability, and strong leadership presence
* You'll need to be someone who can take ownership and drive change
Interested?If you're looking for a Head of IT / IT Manager role where you can lead from the front, improve systems, and have real ownership - apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.