IT Director

Michael Page (UK); Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology firm based in Manchester is seeking an experienced IT Director to shape their technology landscape. This hands-on leadership position involves defining IT strategies, overseeing operations, and leading a small agile team. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, particularly in bespoke software development, and excellent leadership skills. Competitive salary and attractive benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car Allowance

Pension matched up to 5%

Health and Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an IT Director or senior IT leader in a small to mid-sized business.
• A strong technical background in bespoke software development.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver the IT strategy aligned with company goals.
• Lead IT operations including infrastructure, networks, and software development.
• Ensure compliance and data protection frameworks are in place.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Bespoke software development

Cloud infrastructure (Azure, AWS)

Job description

• Shape the Future of Technology in a Growing Business
• Hands-On Leadership with Strategic Impact

About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic and expanding business based in Manchester, operating in a fast-paced and evolving environment. With a strong focus on operational efficiency and bespoke technology solutions, they are entering a period of rapid growth and transformation, making this a pivotal time to join their leadership team.

Job Description

As IT Director, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the technology landscape of a growing business. This is a hands-on leadership position where you'll define and deliver the IT strategy, ensuring it aligns with the company's ambitious goals. You'll lead a small, agile team and oversee all aspects of IT operations-from infrastructure and networks to bespoke software development and cybersecurity. Your remit will include full budget ownership, vendor management, and driving ROI from technology investments. You'll also be the go-to expert for compliance and data protection, ensuring robust frameworks are in place. With the business entering a phase of rapid growth, this role offers the chance to lead transformative projects, modernise systems, and make a lasting impact at both strategic and operational levels.

The Successful Applicant

• Proven experience as an IT Director or senior IT leader in a small to mid-sized business.
• A strong technical background, particularly in bespoke software development.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinking with a hands-on approach to implementation.
• Experience with cloud and on-prem infrastructure (Azure, AWS).
• Ideally, exposure to the conveyancing, legal, property management sector or similar operational environments.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Car Allowance
• Pension matched up to 5%
• Health and Life Insurance