Information Technology Manager

IT Manager

 

  • Manchester (Hybrid - 3 days on-site)
  • Full-time Permanent
  • £45,000 - £50,000

 

We're looking for an experienced IT Manager to build and lead a reliable, secure, and high-performance IT environment that supports our client as they continue to grow quickly - they are an IT Technology Scale-Up, building innovative AI products. You'll be both a strategic planner and a hands-on technical expert, shaping how their internal IT evolves as we scale.

 

What You'll Do

  • Manage and improve IT infrastructure (on-prem & cloud servers, networking, Wi-Fi, data storage).
  • Oversee SaaS platforms (Microsoft 365, Slack, Atlassian Jira/Confluence).
  • Manage the lifecycle of end-user hardware (macOS, Windows, Linux).
  • Maintain and enforce IT security policies, backups, and endpoint protection.
  • Provide Tier 1 & 2 support, onboarding/offboarding, and internal documentation.
  • Plan and deliver IT projects, manage budgets, and recommend new technologies.

 

What We're Looking For

  • 3+ years in IT support, systems admin, or IT management (ideally in tech/startup environments).
  • Strong technical proficiency across macOS, Windows, and Linux.
  • Solid networking knowledge (TCP/IP, VPNs, Firewalls, Wi-Fi).
  • Experience with Microsoft 365/Entra ID and security best practices.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

 

Bonus skills:

Experience with ISO 27001, Ubiquiti, Azure, MDM (Jamf, Intune), or certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or Azure Administrator.

 

Why You'll Love This Role

  • Competitive pay and benefits.
  • Opportunity to build an Internal IT Support function from the ground up.
  • Work on innovative AI and technology projects with real-world impact.
  • Collaborative, flexible environment with space to grow and learn.

 

If you love solving problems, learning new tools, and enabling great tech teams to do their best work - this internal IT Manager role could be ideal for you!

 

Apply now with your CV!

Company
NearTech Search
Location
Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom M21 0
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
GBP Annual
Posted
Company
NearTech Search
Location
Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom M21 0
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
GBP Annual
Posted