IT Manager

• Take full ownership of a newly separated corporate IT function.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the Managing Director, shaping technology strategy.
• Drive a programme of improvement across systems, security and infrastructure.

A growing, multi-site organisation is looking for a Corporate IT Manager to take ownership of its internal technology function. Based in Sheffield, this is a predominantly office-based role (circa 4 days per week), reporting directly to the Managing Director, offering £50,000-£65,000 + £5,000 car allowance. The role has been created following a restructure to separate corporate IT from delivery-focused technical services. You will take ownership of internal IT across the business, covering end-user computing, systems, security and overall IT direction. You will bring structure to the function, define priorities and ensure the environment is fit for purpose as the business continues to grow.The role:

• Assess the current IT estate, providing a clear view of systems, gaps, risks and improvement areas
• Define and deliver a technology roadmap aligned to business priorities
• Work closely with the Managing Director and senior stakeholders to recommend improvements, support decision-making and justify investment
• Own the corporate IT environment, including Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive), Intune and Entra ID
• Oversee the on-premise ERP system (GreenTree) and support the transition towards increased cloud usage
• Maintain oversight of networking (Cisco / HP) and VPN access for remote users
• Remain technically credible, able to step in where required and validate partner delivery
• Lead improvements in cyber security and risk management, including progression towards ISO27001 accreditation
• Review systems to simplify tooling, improve adoption and remove duplication
• Drive improvements in automation, efficiency and productivity, focusing on better use of existing systems
• Lead a small internal team, with scope to evolve the structure as the business grows
• Manage external IT partners, ensuring quality of delivery and introducing additional capability where required

Experience required:

• A proactive attitude
• Broad IT background across infrastructure, networking and Microsoft technologies
• Strong experience with Microsoft 365, Intune and Entra ID
• Experience operating at IT Manager or Lead level
• Exposure to hybrid IT environments, including on-prem and cloud
• Experience supporting or delivering against security frameworks such as ISO27001
• Track record managing external IT providers and partner-led delivery models
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on involvement
• Comfortable working directly with senior stakeholders and influencing decisions

What's on offer:

• Permanent opportunity
• Sheffield-based role (circa 4 days per week on-site)
• £50,000-£65,000 salary + £5,000 car allowance
• Private medical insurance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

We are an equal opportunity recruitment company. This means we welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age. We are particularly invested in neurodiversity inclusion and offer reasonable adjustments in the interview process. Reasonable adjustments are changes that we can make in the interview process if your disability puts you at a disadvantage compared with others who are not disabled. If you would benefit from a reasonable adjustment in your interview process, please call or email one of our recruiters.