IT Manager (Standalone) - Boutique Consultancy - £60,000 (4 day week) - Hybrid - 30th June Star[...]

Opus Recruitment Solutions; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established consultancy in London is seeking an IT Manager to oversee their IT operations. This role involves managing network infrastructure, providing IT support, and leading projects to enhance business requirements. The ideal candidate will have expertise in various networking and server technologies and will undergo UK Government security clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience with Cisco, Aruba, Ruckus, and Palo Alto networking.
• Proficient in HPE Servers & Storage systems.
• Knowledge of VMware vSphere & Windows Server 2019 onwards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth daily operation of the network and server infrastructure.
• Manage IT budgets and liaise with vendors for cost-effectiveness.
• Lead IT projects and deliver training for new joiners.

Skills

Cisco

Aruba

Ruckus

Palo Alto networking

HPE Servers

Storage systems

VMware vSphere

Windows Server 2019

Veeam Backup

SQL Server

BI reporting tools

Desktop support

Job description

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An established independent consultancy with over 40 years of experience and offices in London is seeking a dedicated IT Manager to support their team of 40 professionals.

This role is based in their central London office, with a 30-hour work week spread over 4 days, paid pro rata at £60,000 (full-time equivalent £75,000).

The schedule includes 3 days in the office and 1 day working from home. Occasionally, you may need to handle essential IT issues outside of regular hours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure smooth daily operation of the network, server infrastructure, and software, including the Deltek PIM document management system.
• Provide IT support and troubleshooting for all IT-related issues.
• Manage IT budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and purchasing of hardware and software, while liaising with vendors to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure the security and resilience of data, systems, network access, and backup/recovery processes, maintaining Cyber Essentials certification.
• Align IT infrastructure with current and future business requirements and goals.
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements such as data protection.
• Lead IT projects, including the design and deployment of new systems, infrastructure, and services.
• Deliver IT training for new joiners and ongoing updates for the team.
• Manage and maintain BI reporting systems.

Required Expertise:

• Cisco, Aruba, Ruckus, and Palo Alto networking.
• HPE Servers & Storage systems.
• VMware vSphere & Windows Server 2019 onwards.
• Veeam Backup & Replication.
• Knowledge of SQL Server and BI reporting tools.
• Desktop support for all common application suites.

The successful candidate will be willing to undergo UK Government security clearance, which will be arranged by the company.

They are looking for someone to start on the 30th JUNE at the latest

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting