Senior Information Technology Manager

Pillangó Placements; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial technology firm is seeking a Senior IT Manager to drive secure and innovative technology solutions. You'll blend technical expertise with strong leadership, managing teams and projects to enhance system stability. A Bachelor's degree in IT and extensive experience in ICT environments are required. Competitive packages tailored to individual profiles are offered.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years’ experience in ICT environments, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong technical background across infrastructure and security.
• Proven track record in IT project management and system implementations.

Responsibilities

• Drive the delivery of secure technology solutions.
• Guide the IT team and ensure system stability.
• Execute innovative projects that advance business performance.

Skills

Team Leadership

IT Project Management

Systems Administration

Cloud Services

Networking

Security Operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

As the Senior IT Manager, you’ll combine technical mastery with strategic leadership to ensure secure, high-performing systems and the seamless execution of mission-critical IT projects. Join a leading firm driving financial excellence through cutting-edge technology, market risk, and liquidity management.

The Senior IT Manager will drive the delivery of secure, reliable, and forward-thinking technology solutions that support the company’s strategic objectives.

This role blends hands-on technical expertise with strong leadership to guide the IT team, ensure system stability, uphold security standards, and execute innovative projects that advance business performance.

For the sake of brevity and easy reading, only a summary of the key duties is provided below. The detailed job specification is available after shortlisting.

KEY DUTIES

• Team & Project Leadership
• Systems and Infrastructure Management (Microsoft 365 Collaboration Platforms)
• IT Strategy & Innovation
• Governance, Risk & Compliance

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• 7–10 years’ experience in ICT environments, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong technical background across infrastructure, networking, cloud services, and security.
• Proven track record in IT project management and system implementations.
• Hands-on expertise in Microsoft 365, security operations, and systems administration.
• Treasury Management Systems experience (advantageous).

OTHER

• Based on site at Head Office (Pta East) with occasional client visits.
• Combination of leadership and hands-on technical involvement.
• Must be able to adapt to fast-paced environments and manage competing priorities

SALARY

The final offer will be structured at a Senior IT Manager level, based on the skills and requirements outlined above. As qualifications and experience may vary, packages are tailored individually — ensuring a competitive offer aligned with your unique profile and value