IT Manager

PKF Smith Cooper Limited; North West Leicestershire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PKF Smith Cooper Limited is seeking a proactive IT Manager to oversee IT systems and ensure compliance and security. This role involves collaborating with senior leadership to drive IT efficiency and support the company's ambitious growth plans. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of O365 and project management experience.

Benefits

Flexible working policy

25 days annual leave

Kudos Reward Scheme

Annual company-wide away days

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Previous IT Manager experience is essential.
• Knowledge of GDPR and IT security is crucial.
• Strong communicator with project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and developing the IT systems.
• Ensuring compliance with IT policies and regulations.
• Ensuring security and reliability of IT systems.

Skills

IT security

Data protection

Strong communication

Project management

Problem-solving skills

Tools

O365

MS Suite

Job description

Location:Derby

Contract:Full-time (37.5 hours)

Salary: Dependent on experience

At PKF Smith Cooper, we do things differently. As one of the Midlands’ leading firms of accountants and business advisors, we pride ourselves on delivering more than just technical expertise; we build trusted, long-term relationships that make a real impact. Behind that success is a team of talented, forward-thinking individuals, each playing a key role in shaping the future of the businesses and people we support.

We have big plans for the future, including an ambitious goal to double in size over the next five years. To get there, we're investing heavily in our people, our services, and our culture.

When you join us, you’re not just stepping into a job, you’re stepping into meaningful work. Whether you're advising individuals on complex tax matters, supporting growing businesses through major transitions, or helping clients navigate ever-changing financial landscapes, your work directly influences their future success. You’ll be given the responsibility, trust, and support to make your mark from the outset, with guidance from our senior leaders and access to a wider team of experts.

We believe that great work happens in a great environment. That’s why we’ve built a culture based on empower, engage and excel. From regular team socials and firm-wide summer events to sports teams, walking challenges, and our popular book club, there’s plenty to get involved in. Most importantly, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and supported to grow both personally and professionally.

As our IT Manager, you will collaborate with our IT Director, Operations Partner and our operations and systems team to develop and implement IT strategies, ensuring smooth operations across all of our systems.

This role is crucial for our firm’s ambitious growth plans, aiming to double in size over the next five years. By working closely with senior leadership and department heads, you will enhance IT efficiency and security to support the company’s growth objectives so if you want to make a significant impact in a dynamic company, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

This position is ideal for a proactive IT Manager who has experience in a similar role. The successful candidate will have the full backing and support of PKF Infuse, our IT support group company and a UK Top 10 MSP.

The ideal candidate should have excellent knowledge of the full O365 and MS suite of products, be a strong communicator, and possess the ability to hit the ground running.

This role will require travel to our other offices and occasional out-of-hours ad hoc work.

The important work you will be doing:

• Maintaining and developing the IT systems
• Ensuring compliance with IT policies, procedures and regulations, including GDPR
• Ensuring the security and reliability of all IT systems, including networks, servers and applications and overseeing the maintenance of said systems
• Collaborating with stakeholders to deliver IT solutions that align with business needs

The skills and experienceyou will bring:

• Previous IT Manager experience is essential
• IT security, data protection and GDPR knowledge is essential
• Strong communicator
• Experienced managing projects
• Technical experience
• Strong O365 and MS knowledge
• An ambitious and inquisitive nature with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to use own initiative

Why PKF Smith Cooper?

• Our company culture, built on our values – Engage, Empower and Excel – encourages initiative, personal growth, and collaboration. Every team member is appreciated and celebrated; a notion embodied in our Kudos Reward Scheme.
• The firm’s Partners, who remain actively invested in the development of employees, will both support and champion your professional development and progression.
• We work with ambitious businesses of different sizes across a variety of sectors, so no two jobs are the same.
• We are multi-award-winning accountants and business advisors, ranked the 12th biggest firm by UK fee income in the Accountancy Age Top 50+50.

Why Derby?

Home to our head office, Derby boasts a rich history of innovation, and many technological and professional services continue to thrive there. With easy travel connections across the country and charming countryside right on the doorstep, Derby has a lot on offer to do and see. The vibrant city centre is great for shopping, eating out and experiencing live music or theatre.

PKF International

As an active member of PKF International, we are part of a large global network of legally independent accounting firms.

Located in the 5 fastest growing global markets, we have ground presence in 150 countries and span across many jurisdictions.

An ambitious, future-focused network, PKF provides a comprehensive range of services. Operating in unison with member firms across the world, we are able to share our ideas, expertise, and specialist resources to better serve our clients, delivering highly personalised services and global connectivity through our client-centric culture.

What's in it for you?

Our benefits package has been designed around our people and shaped by our values. As part of Team PKF Smith Cooper, here are some of the things you can expect:

• A working environment that empowers you to perform at your best, through our flexible working policy and dress for your diary scheme - Hybrid working during your probation period is subject tomanager discretion
• Time to do what matters to you – 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, the option to reduce annual hours for additional annual leave, and your birthday off, on us. Long-serving employees can also request a sabbatical, giving you the chance to make truly unforgettable memories
• Rewards for those who actively embrace and embody our values and culture through our Kudos Reward Scheme
• Regular social events and annual, company-wide away days, giving you the opportunity to engage with colleagues across your division and office, as well as the wider firm
• Bonus referral schemes for introducing new talent or clients so that when we benefit, you do too
• Life doesn’t stop at the end of the working day and neither do our benefits. We also offer life assurance, discounts on a huge variety of retailers through the PKF Smith Cooper Rewards Scheme, and cashback on healthcare (including dental visits, physiotherapy etc) through Healthshield

How to apply?

Apply now if you believe you have what we are looking for! Even if you do not tick 100% of the boxes, we would encourage you to apply. To do so, please upload a copy of your CV and a covering letter to our job portal.

Should you have any questions, please contact a member of the People team - [e-mail] or call 01332 332021.

Please note that whilst we welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply for our vacancies, we are unfortunately unable to accept applications from candidates requiring a visa to work in the UK.

Please, no agencies unless we have contacted you directly.