IT Manager

C4S Search Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Ongoing training

Job summary

C4S Search Ltd in London is seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead and own the organisation's technology landscape, ensuring reliability, security and continual improvement across all systems and services. You will develop the IT strategy, manage infrastructure and budgets, deliver cybersecurity initiatives, and oversee vendors and contracts.

The role offers hands-on leadership, cross-functional collaboration with technical and non-technical stakeholders, and potential for long-term career

Qualifications

• 5+ years in an IT Manager or similar leadership position.
• Strong technical expertise across Microsoft 365, servers, networking, cloud technologies and enterprise IT infrastructure.
• Experience supporting Windows and Mac environments.
• Proven knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, GDPR and data protection.
• Experience delivering IT projects from planning through to implementation.
• Strong vendor, supplier and contract management experience.
• Experience managing IT support or helpdesk environments and driving service excellence.
• Ability to create and maintain IT policies, governance frameworks and disaster recovery plans.
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving ability and proactive hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Managing and maintaining IT infrastructure including servers, networks, hardware, software, cloud services and security systems.
• Developing and delivering the organisation's IT strategy aligned with business objectives and stakeholder requirements.
• Leading technology projects including cybersecurity initiatives, infrastructure upgrades and software implementations.
• Overseeing IT suppliers, service providers and contracts while managing budgets.
• Providing high-quality IT support, user training and technical guidance across the organisation.

Skills

IT leadership

Microsoft 365

Servers & networking

Windows & Mac

Cybersecurity & GDPR

IT projects

Vendor management

Service management

IT governance & DR

Stakeholder comms

Education

ITIL certification

CompTIA certifications

Microsoft 365 certifications

Other infra/security quals

Tools

Job description

T Manager

LOCATION: London (Office-Based)
SALARY: Competitive Salary + Benefits
BONUS: Discretionary Bonus (if applicable)

WAY OF WORKING:

• Full Time, Permanent
• Office-Based with occasional out of hours support as required

ABOUT THE BUSINESS

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected professional services organisation operating within the legal sector. The organisation has a longstanding reputation for excellence and relies on secure, modern technology to support its professionals and operational teams. As part of continued investment in technology, cybersecurity and digital transformation, they are seeking an experienced IT Manager to take ownership of their IT function, driving both strategic initiatives and day-to-day operational excellence.

THE IT MANAGER OPPORTUNITY

As the IT Manager, you will be responsible for leading and maintaining the organisation's technology landscape, ensuring reliability, security and continual improvement across all systems and services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and supporting all IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, hardware, software, cloud services and security systems.
• Developing and delivering the organisation's IT strategy, ensuring alignment with wider business objectives and stakeholder requirements.
• Leading technology projects including cybersecurity initiatives, infrastructure upgrades, software implementations and compliance programmes.
• Overseeing IT suppliers, service providers and technology contracts whilst managing budgets and ensuring value for money.
• Providing high-quality IT support, user training and technical guidance to professionals and support staff across the organisation.

YOUR KEY SKILLS

• 5+ years' experience in an IT Manager, IT Operations Manager or similar leadership position.
• Strong technical expertise across Microsoft 365, servers, networking, cloud technologies and enterprise IT infrastructure.
• Experience supporting both Windows and Mac environments.
• Proven knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, best practices and data protection legislation, including GDPR.
• Experience delivering IT projects from planning through to successful implementation.
• Strong vendor, supplier and contract management experience.
• Experience managing IT support or helpdesk environments and driving service excellence.
• Ability to create and maintain IT policies, governance frameworks and disaster recovery plans.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving ability, sound judgement and a proactive, hands-on approach.

Desirable Qualifications

• ITIL Certification
• CompTIA Certifications
• Microsoft 365 Certifications
• Other relevant infrastructure, security or cloud qualifications

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary package
• Pension scheme
• Holiday allowance
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Exposure to strategic technology projects
• Opportunity to influence IT strategy and cybersecurity initiatives
• Long-term career development within a respected professional services organisation