IT Manager

Staging It; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious market-leading financial services organization is seeking an IT Manager on a contract basis in London. The role involves overseeing IT operations, managing device lifecycles, and conducting training sessions to enhance user efficiency. Ideal candidates will have experience in IT management, particularly in a corporate environment, and strong skills in Microsoft 365.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing IT departments, preferably in corporate environments.
• Strong understanding of local IT policies and global IT standards.
• Experience in investigating data breaches and managing IT disaster recovery plans.

Responsibilities

• Oversee IT Operations ensuring smooth activities in the Luxembourg office.
• Manage the process of integrating new employees and device management.
• Develop and deliver training programs on IT topics.

Skills

Organisational skills

Coordination skills

Leadership skills

Budget management

Disaster recovery management

Microsoft 365

Job description

Robert Half Technology are assisting a prestigious market leading financial services organisation to recruit a IT Manager on a contract basis - London based - start ASAP

Role

• Oversee IT Operations: Ensure that all IT activities within the Luxembourg office run smoothly and efficiently, aligning with global standards and policies
• Joiners and leavers Coordination: Manage the process of integrating new employees into the Luxembourg network and office, ensuring they receive all necessary hardware (e.g., laptops, monitors) and profiles set up according to company policies.
• Device Management: Oversee the lifecycle management of IT devices, including procurement, deployment, maintenance, and retirement of hardware such as laptops, desktops, and mobile devices.
• Training Sessions: Develop and deliver training programs on various IT topics, such as cybersecurity, software usage, and best practices, to enhance user efficiency and compliance.
• Helpdesk Management: Supervise a team of up to two IT professionals responsible for managing helpdesk tickets, providing timely and effective support to resolve technical issues.
• Disaster Recovery plan: Manage and maintain the IT Disaster Recovery Plan for the Luxembourg office, ensuring alignment with the internal Business Continuity Group.
• Direct Support Supervision: Manage the local Lux IT team. Conduct weekly one-on-one meetings with direct reports to provide guidance, support, and performance feedback.

Profile

• The IT Manager will have a proven experience in managing IT departments, preferably within a corporate environment;
• Strong understanding of local IT policies and global IT standards;
• Excellent organisational and coordination skills, particularly in onboarding and offboarding processes;
• Strong understanding of and experience in Microsoft 365;
• Proficiency in managing IT devices, internal networks, and maintaining detailed asset registers;
• Ability to conduct effective staff training and improve IT user compliance;
• Experience in investigating data breaches and managing IT disaster recovery plans;
• Experience working in a financial regulated environment ideal but not compulsory
• Strong budget management and policy implementation skills;
• Ability to manage external suppliers and ensure the quality of IT services; and
• Leadership skills to manage and develop a small team of IT professionals.

Company

• Market leading financial services organisation with offices in London
• On site required
• Outside IR35

Salary & Benefits

The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.

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