IT Operations Manager — Cyber, Cloud & Strategy

IT Talent Solutions; Bradford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IT Talent Solutions seeks an experienced IT Operations Manager to lead the firm's IT function in Bradford. You will manage day-to-day operations, supervise a small team, and align technology with business goals in a professional services environment.

This hands-on leadership role covers infrastructure, security, disaster recovery, and vendor management, with responsibilities spanning budget, policy, training, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in legal or professional services environments is advantageous.
• Proven ability to manage and improve IT operations in a growing firm.
• Strong leadership with a hands-on, solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the firm's network, infrastructure, and hybrid server environment.
• Oversee IT budgets, forecasting, and cost management.
• Lead disaster recovery, business continuity, backup, and risk management processes.
• Implement and maintain cyber security, network security, and data protection measures.
• Maintain Cyber Essentials Plus (CE+) accreditation and provide 2nd/3rd line support.
• Lead, mentor, and support a small IT team of two.
• Manage supplier relationships, contracts, renewals, and procurement.
• Develop and maintain hardware lifecycle and replacement plans.
• Deliver internal IT training including cyber security, AML, and PMS training.
• Review and maintain IT policies for regulatory compliance.
• Maintain accurate software, hardware, and licensing records.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to support objectives.

Skills

Microsoft Server

Microsoft Azure

Intune

Entra ID

Microsoft 365

P4W

LAN/WAN

SQL

Hosted telephony

Cyber Essentials

Vendor management

ITSM

Cyber security

Tools

P4W

Job description

IT Talent Solutions seeks an experienced IT Operations Manager to lead the firm's IT function in Bradford. You will manage day-to-day operations, supervise a small team, and align technology with business goals in a professional services environment.

This hands-on leadership role covers infrastructure, security, disaster recovery, and vendor management, with responsibilities spanning budget, policy, training, and regulatory compliance.