Information Technology Manager

ZipRecruiter; Burnley; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-site organisation is seeking an experienced IT Manager to oversee and evolve its internal systems, infrastructure, and data strategy. This hands-on role allows for significant influence on IT functions and digital transformation while providing the autonomy to shape the team's future. The ideal candidate has senior IT experience, strong project management skills, and a robust understanding of Microsoft 365 and databases.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior IT role, ideally within a multi-site or group organisation.
• Strong ability in project management.
• Broad knowledge of networks and software environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support core business systems.
• Oversee third-party IT providers to ensure SLAs are met.
• Lead system upgrades and cloud migrations.
• Develop reporting and business intelligence tools.
• Ensure data compliance with security policies.
• Manage access controls and routine audits.

Skills

Previous experience in a senior IT role

Strong project experience

Broad understanding of business systems

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365

Confident communicator

Tools

SQL databases

Job description

Role: IT Manager

Location: Burnley

Work Pattern: Full-time (potential to go hybrid post probation)

Salary: £45,000-50,000

An established multi-site organisation is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking IT Manager to oversee and evolve their internal systems, infrastructure, and data strategy.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role perfect for someone eager to take ownership of the IT function and play a key part in modernising digital operations. You’ll have the chance to shape the role around your strengths, drive meaningful change, and lay the groundwork for building a team in the future.

Why this role:

• High level of autonomy to make decisions and influence strategy.
• Real opportunity to lead digital transformation across a growing group.
• Future-facing role with the potential to build your own IT & data team.
• A chance to streamline systems, drive efficiencies, and build out structured reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and support core business systems.
• Oversee third-party IT providers and service contracts, ensuring SLAs are met and systems remain up to date and fit for purpose.
• Lead system upgrades, integrations, cloud migrations, and process automation projects across the business.
• Develop and maintain centralised reporting, dashboards, and business intelligence tools in collaboration with finance and operations teams.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with GDPR, PECR, and internal security policies.
• Manage access controls, cybersecurity practices, and routine audits to protect business-critical information.
• Act as the internal IT lead, supporting colleagues, engaging stakeholders, and helping shape future IT strategy.

Key Skills:

• Previous experience in a senior IT role, ideally within a multi-site or group organisation.
• Strong project experience.
• Broad understanding of business systems, networks, and software environments.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365, data reporting, and SQL databases.
• Confident communicator with strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.

If you are looking for a role where you can make an impact within an exciting company, then apply now!