IT Manager

IT Manager

Maidstone, Kent

Richmond Square Consulting is working exclusively with a successful, long-established multi-site business to recruit an IT Manager. This is a broad, visible role leading a small internal IT team, managing external technology partners and taking overall responsibility for the company’s IT systems, infrastructure, security and business-critical applications. The business has already undergone significant modernisation. They now need a practical, people-focused IT Manager who can maintain and improve what has been built, support future projects and communicate effectively with stakeholders at every level of the organisation.

Package:

• £75,000–£90,000 depending on experience.
• Company bonus.
• Pension.
• Full-time permanent position.
• Five days per week onsite

The role will include:

• Leading and developing a small internal IT support team.
• Managing the relationship with the external MSP and other technology suppliers.
• Taking ownership of infrastructure, networks, Microsoft 365, ERP systems and business-critical applications.
• Ensuring systems remain secure, reliable and properly supported.
• Overseeing cybersecurity, data protection, backup, disaster recovery and business continuity.
• Delivering IT and business systems projects, including ERP improvements, automation and digital transformation.
• Providing practical technology advice to senior stakeholders.
• Helping the business make better use of systems and data.
• Supporting approximately 25 operational locations, with occasional UK travel.

We are looking for:

• Previous experience as an IT Manager, Senior IT Manager, Head of IT or similar.
• Strong experience across infrastructure, networks, cloud technologies, cybersecurity and business systems.
• Experience managing ERP systems and delivering technology projects.
• Previous responsibility for internal teams, MSPs and external suppliers.
• A hands-on, practical approach combined with the ability to operate strategically.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience within FMCG, food, manufacturing, agriculture, logistics or another multi-site environment would be advantageous, but is not essential.
• This role would suit somebody who enjoys being visible across a business, mentoring a developing team and taking genuine ownership of the technology function.

Please apply with an up-to-date CV or contact Charlie Syrett at Richmond Square Consulting for further information.

All the best,

Charlie Syrett

Richmond Square Consulting Ltd