Information Technology Manager

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious and expanding organization is seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead their IT operations in Birmingham. This strategic role involves overseeing a dedicated team, ensuring the delivery of secure and scalable technology solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT leadership, cybersecurity, and project management. Join a dynamic company known for its people-focused culture, where you can drive innovation and achieve meaningful results. If you're passionate about technology and team development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT with 2 years in a supervisory role.
• In-depth knowledge of IT networks and cybersecurity principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee IT operations and ensure robust infrastructure.
• Implement security frameworks and manage vendor relationships.

Skills

Team Leadership

Cybersecurity

Project Management

Technical Support

Vendor Management

Education

ITIL Certification

CompTIA Security+

CISSP Certification

Job description

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Client:

SF Technology Solutions

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

IT Manager

Birmingham, West Midlands

About the Company

My client is an ambitious and expanding organisation with a strong focus on delivering quality, driving innovation, and empowering its teams to succeed. Known for their dynamic and people-focused culture, they prioritize building trust, encouraging growth, and achieving meaningful results across all areas of the business.

The Opportunity

My client is seeking an experienced IT Manager to take ownership of their IT operations and infrastructure. The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team and ensure the delivery of secure, reliable, and scalable technology solutions across the organisation. This is a strategic and hands-on role that supports day-to-day operations while contributing to long-term growth through technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Oversee the IT function by guiding and coaching team members, ensuring clear responsibilities and fostering career progression.
• Infrastructure & Security: Take ownership of the organisation’s IT infrastructure, ensuring systems, networks, and hardware are robust, secure, and future-ready.
• Cybersecurity: Implement security frameworks and protocols, regularly review potential threats, and manage responses to incidents effectively.
• Vendor & Budget Management: Handle supplier relationships, negotiate service agreements, and control IT expenditure to maximise return on investment.
• Technical Support: Deliver responsive and efficient support services, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
• Project Management: Coordinate and oversee IT initiatives from start to finish, ensuring timelines and budgets are met while aligning with business objectives.
• Compliance & Innovation: Maintain compliance with relevant standards and legislation, while evaluating new technologies to drive process enhancements.

Candidate Profile

• Experience: A minimum of 5 years in IT, including 2 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Environment: Ideally brings experience from a multi-location or high-activity setting with a strong operational tempo.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of IT networks, cloud environments, cybersecurity principles, and business-critical systems.
• Leadership: Proven track record of leading teams effectively, encouraging development, and promoting accountability.
• Project & Budget Management: Skilled in managing costs, coordinating with third-party providers, and delivering successful outcomes on complex IT projects.
• Certifications: Holds or is working toward certifications such as ITIL, CompTIA Security+, or CISSP, which would be beneficial.