Information Technology Manager

Candour Solutions; Burnley; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-site organization in Burnley is seeking an experienced IT Manager to oversee internal systems and drive digital transformation. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to shape the IT function and implement impactful changes within the organization. Candidates should have solid experience in senior IT roles and be proficient in Microsoft 365 and SQL databases. Competitive salary and potential for hybrid work after probation are included.

Benefits

High level of autonomy

Opportunity to lead digital transformation

Potential to build own IT team

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a senior IT role, ideally within a multi-site or group organisation.
• Broad understanding of business systems, networks, and software environments.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365, data reporting, and SQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support core business systems.
• Lead system upgrades, integrations, cloud migrations, and process automation projects.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with GDPR.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Tools

Microsoft 365

SQL databases

Job description

Overview

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.

Benefits

• 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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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!