IT Manager

AVATR Global Design Center; München; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

30 days leave

Wellhub Pass

Transport support

Meal allowance

Gifts & celebrations

Company events

Inclusive culture

Employee development

Learning opportunities

Job summary

AVATR Global Design Center in Munich is seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead a growing IT team in Germany. This role blends hands-on operations with strategic leadership, overseeing projects, advanced support, and network and server administration.

The ideal candidate brings MS365 and network experience, can own IT operations, manage vendors, mentor staff, and drive security and system architecture across offices. Hybrid work and competitive salary included.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science or related disciplines.
• Solid experience in IT operations and management.
• Strong project management and vendor coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and team leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, upgrade, and debug computer hardware and software on-site.
• Manage network operation and maintenance in the work area.
• Oversee server room operations and security in the office region.
• Resolve daily IT needs of employees including mailboxes, data, security, and OS.
• Identify external IT suppliers for system architecture and security.
• Coordinate with external IT vendors and China IT teams to implement IT architecture.
• Lead and develop the IT team, assign tasks, plan workload, and mentor staff.
• Handle other IT and equipment management tasks as needed.

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related disciplines

Tools

MS365

AutoCAD

Adobe CC

Job description

About this Role: We are looking for an experienced IT Manager to join our growing IT team in Germany. This role combines hands-on IT operations with a strong management mindset, taking the lead on IT projects, advanced support, and systems and network administration. The ideal candidate has solid experience in MS365 and/or network administration, and the ability to take full ownership of IT operations, manage vendor relationships, and lead IT projects with strong project management skills.

Job Title: IT Manager Location: Munich, Germany About this Role: We are looking for an experienced IT Manager to join our growing IT team in Germany. This role combines hands-on IT operations with a strong management mindset, taking the lead on IT projects, advanced support, and systems and network administration. The ideal candidate has solid experience in MS365 and/or network administration, and the ability to take full ownership of IT operations, manage vendor relationships, and lead IT projects with strong project management skills.

What you will do:

• Responsible for the installation, configuration, upgrade, and debugging of computer software and hardware on the job site.
• Responsible for network operation and maintenance in the work area.
• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of the server room in the German office area.
• Responsible for solving the daily IT needs of employees in the German office, including mailboxes, data, security, operating systems, etc.
• Looking for external professional suppliers to solve the company's IT system architecture and security architecture.
• Cooperate with external professional IT suppliers and China IT departments to implement IT system architecture.
• Lead and develop the IT team, including task allocation, workload planning, and mentoring, while setting IT priorities and ensuring timely, high-quality delivery.
• Other temporary IT and equipment management related work.

What you will bring:

• Degree in computer science or related disciplines.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, Autocad, Adobe CC.
• Experience with hardware troubleshooting and repair.
• Support and implementation knowledge of telecommunications and audio-visual & video conference systems.
• Good English in written and verbal communication, knowledge of Chinese and German is preferred.
• Good collaboration skills with a high customer service focus.
• Process improvement and monitoring experience desired.
• Detailed experience in asset management and tracking.
• Proven experience in leading or mentoring an IT team.
• Good team working skills.
• Able to communicate and consult with Management.
• Ability to work independently.
• Working experience and demonstrated 1st to 3rd level IT skills.

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary: Reflecting your skills and experience.
• Hybrid Working: Flexibility to work both remotely and in the office.
• Annual Leave: 30 days of paid annual leave.
• Health & Wellness: Access to the Wellhub Pass for your well-being.
• Employee Development: Learning opportunities and training programs to support your career growth.
• Transport Support: Deutschland ticket or fuel card.
• Meal Allowance: For lunch at the canteen.
• Gifts: Celebratory gifts for work anniversaries and Chinese New Year.
• Company Events: Regular team-building and social activities.
• Inclusive Culture: A diverse, supportive environment where every voice is valued.

Thank you for considering joining our team! We look forward to hearing from you and hope you become a part of our company. We are excited about the possibility of working together to create a bright future!