IT Manager

IT ManagerOxford / Hybrid (1 day in office per week/fortnight) Profectus Recruitment is partnering with an Oxford-based organisation to appoint an experienced IT Manager to lead its technology function. This is a strategic leadership role reporting to the CFO, responsible for shaping and delivering a multi-year IT strategy while overseeing secure, reliable and compliant day-to-day IT operations. The Role You will own the IT roadmap across infrastructure, security, applications, data and digital tools, ensuring technology supports both current and future organisational needs. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development and execution of the IT strategy
•  Overseeing application selection, systems architecture and technology investments
• Managing and holding accountable the Managed Service Provider and technology vendors
• Experience of cyber security principles and data governance ideally specifically with ISO 27001, ISO 27701, Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus.
• Ensuring strong governance around system adoption, integration and retirement
• Driving cybersecurity, risk management and compliance (including ISO 27001, ISO 27701, Cyber Essentials and NHS DSP Toolkit)
• Overseeing infrastructure performance, resilience, patching, backups and business continuity
• Leading IT projects and supporting organisational change
• Promoting effective digital collaboration and continuous improvement

 This is an oversight and governance-led role rather than a heavily hands-on technical position, but strong technical credibility is essential. About You You will have proven experience in an IT Manager or similar role, with both operational and strategic exposure. You'll bring:

• Strong knowledge of infrastructure, networks, cloud platforms and SaaS ecosystems - Experience developing IT strategy and multi-year planning - Application and technology evaluation experience - Vendor and MSP management expertise - Budgeting and forecasting responsibility - A solid understanding of cybersecurity and data governance - The ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders - A collaborative, organised and improvement-focused approach

 Benefits for the position;

• Up to 8% matched pension
• Two annual pay reviews
• Life insurance at 4x salary
• Flexible working hours

 This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping technology direction within a forward-thinking organisation, balancing strategy, governance and operational oversight.