IT Manager

Smartdesc; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit IT Service Provider based in London is seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead their technology infrastructure. This role, which requires an onsite presence at least 2 days a week, involves overseeing IT systems, leading cloud migration projects, and managing a diverse technical team. The ideal candidate has proven experience in IT management and excellent communication skills to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. The role offers a competitive salary of £74k.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing an IT function.
• Experience managing cloud migration projects, particularly involving Microsoft technologies.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Dynamics and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic and operational management of the technology infrastructure.
• Oversee the health and performance of all IT systems.
• Plan and implement major technology projects.
• Develop and coach the technology team.
• Manage the IT budget for cost-effective service delivery.
• Manage external suppliers ensuring service levels are met.
• Represent the technology team in internal meetings.
• Provide regular reporting on IT performance and risks.

Skills

Experience managing an IT function

Managing cloud migration projects

Understanding of Microsoft Dynamics

Understanding of SharePoint

Communication skills

Project and programme management skills

Project management

Budget oversight

Job description

IT Manager

Based: London, with Hybrid working

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £74k

Eligibility: You must be eligible to work in the UK

We're pleased to be supporting one of our not-for-profit clients in their search for an IT Manager. Based in Central London, with an onsite presence required at least 2-days-per-week, this is an ideal role for someone who has managed an IT function before and is now ready to lead it.

You are someone who can motivate, engage and make sure the technical experts in your team are supported and held to account for the delivery of their work. This isn't a hands-on technical role, but you still need to have the knowledge to support your team, which includes; Developers, IT Support Specialists, CRM specialists, and a Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic and operational management of the technology infrastructure
• Oversee the health and performance of all IT systems
• Lead on the successful planning and implementation of major technology projects
• Lead, develop and coach the wider technology team
• Manage the IT budget to ensure cost-effective delivery of services
• Manage external suppliers and partners, ensuring service levels and value for money are achieved
• Represent the technology team in internal meetings
• Provide regular reporting on IT performance, risks, and strategic progress

Key Skills And Experience

• Proven experience managing an IT function
• Experience managing cloud migration projects, particularly involving Microsoft technologies
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Dynamics and SharePoint
• Experience managing and developing technical teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences
• Strong project and programme management skills, including vendor management and budget oversight

About Smartdesc

Smartdesc, part of the Academia Technology Group, is an IT Service Provider and Microsoft Gold Partner whose focus is not-for-profit organisations, which includes charities, social enterprises, and the public sector in the UK. We provide a range of IT Services including Strategy & IT Leadership, Recruitment Services, Cyber Security, Helpdesk Support and Project / Programme Management - tailored to non-profits and delivered through proactive partnerships with our customers.

Smartdesc are acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of one of our clients.