IT Manager

Location Manchester
Discipline: Technology Management
Job type: Permanent
Salary: up to 60k per annum

​A distinguished Insurance company based in Manchester is looking for an IT Manager to be part of their team that will take on the full responsibility of managing and guiding the IT department. The ideal candidate must be someone who has good communication skills to be able to collaborate well with all employees including the leaders in the organisation. Strong organisational skills, knowledge of Cyber Essentials and proficiency in ITIL are a plus!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Full responsibility for managing and mentoring the IT and Security team.

  • Shaping the IT operations and act as the key technical escalation point.

  • Communicate openly with other leaders in the business

  • Management of all IT processes and tracking systems.

  • Update and Implement procedures and tools that will ensure health of all staff equipment.

  • Manage Azure AD, Azure, Office 365 and other cloud services

  • Lead 3rd-party IT suppliers on larger projects

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • At least 3 years’ experience in a similar position or with similar responsibilities

  • Ability to prioritise and delegate workload and complete tasks to deadlines

  • Updated on the latest IT equipment/security standards

  • Proficient across Azure Cloud Services

  • Solid experience in IT, Endpoint and Network Security

  • Strong technical Knowledge of Windows and Linux/Unix servers

  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

  • Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail

  • Working knowledge of Cyber Essentials is a Plus.

  • Proficient understanding of ITIL processes