Company: SEARCHABILITY
Job Type: Permanent, FullTime
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 per annum
IT MANAGER - CHESTER
KEY POINTS
- Salary £40,000 - £55,000 DOE
- Full ownership of internal IT function
- Blend of hands-on support and strategic leadership
- Opportunity to drive automation and digital transformation
ABOUT THE CLIENT We're working with an established UK organisation currently investing heavily in its technology landscape. Due to continued growth, they're looking to bring in an experienced IT Manager to take ownership of internal IT operations and act as the key link between the business and their external technology partners.
THE BENEFITS
- Clear progression and long-term roadmap
- Supportive leadership team with real investment in IT
- Opportunity to shape systems, processes, and strategy
- Discounts, pension, and additional holiday options
- On-site perks including subsidised facilities
THE IT MANAGER ROLE: This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll act as the internal "Head of Tech". You'll oversee day-to-day IT support, manage hardware and user lifecycle, and ensure systems remain secure, compliant, and efficient.
Alongside this, you'll take ownership of the relationship with the external Managed Service Provider - holding them accountable on SLAs, supporting project delivery, and ensuring high service standards.
You'll also play a key role in driving digital transformation, identifying opportunities for automation, improving workflows, and helping the business scale through smarter use of technology.
IT MANAGER ESSENTIAL SKILLS
- Experience in an IT Manager or senior IT support role (5+ years)
- Strong Microsoft stack knowledge (Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows environments)
- Experience managing or working alongside MSPs
- Solid understanding of cyber security and GDPR
- Strong stakeholder communication and problem-solving skills
TO BE CONSIDERED: Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via . For further information please call me on / .
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KEY SKILLS IT Support, Infrastructure, Microsoft 365, Azure, Networking, Cyber Security, GDPR, MSP Management, ITIL, Project Delivery