Information Technology Manager - Digital Innovation

Sanderson Recruitment Plc; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks an Information Technology Manager to oversee technical operations in Bristol. The role involves leading digital infrastructure development, managing budgets, and providing strategic direction. Ideal candidates should have operational leadership experience and a strong problem-solving mindset. The position offers a hybrid working pattern and a salary range of £50,000 - £70,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in operational leadership within digital infrastructure.
• Strong problem-solving mindset: able to navigate ambiguity, offer alternatives, and deliver solutions.
• Comfortable with autonomy and shaping the role.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and operation of modern digital infrastructure.
• Standardise Back End systems and establish new ways of working.
• Develop future technology roadmaps and oversee system design.

Skills

Operational leadership

Problem-solving mindset

Autonomy

Digital transformation

Collaboration

Job description

Overview

Information Technology Manager - Digital Innovation

Salary: £50,000 - £70,000
Working Pattern: 35 hours a week
Location: Bristol city centre - hybrid
Direct Reports: 4 Senior Technical Engineers

As an Information Technology Manager you will oversee the technical operations of the business's facilities, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality and reliable technical services. As part of the senior leadership team on site, you will provide strategic direction and hands-on operational support to technical service teams. You will also take responsibility for managing allocated budgets and will directly supervise senior technical staff and team leads.

Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Oversight: Lead the development and operation of modern digital infrastructure including networking, compute systems, and immersive technologies.
• Process & Systems Development:
  • Standardise Back End systems
  • Establish new ways of working
  • Set up robust processes tailored to R&D needs
• Strategic Planning:
  • Develop future technology roadmaps
  • Lead foreseeable projects
  • Oversee system design and implementation
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Collaborate with partners, internal staff, and clients
  • Work closely with other areas of the business for strategic input
• Procurement & Budgeting

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in operational leadership within digital infrastructure.
• Strong problem-solving mindset: able to navigate ambiguity, offer alternatives, and deliver solutions.
• Comfortable with autonomy and shaping the role.
• Able to see the bigger picture of digital transformation and infrastructure.
• Experience working across diverse technical domains and user needs.

Culture & Approach

• High autonomy: make the role your own.
• DIY ethos: hands-on with tech and systems.
• Outcome-driven: tech must work across varied use cases.
• Collaborative: input from other stakeholders is valued

Reasonable Adjustments

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

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