IT Manager
Brighton
Salary of £60,000 - £70,000

We're recruiting for an experienced IT Manager to join a well-established organisation based just outside Brighton. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on IT professional to take ownership of IT operations, infrastructure, security, compliance, and project delivery while leading a small internal support team.

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving continuous improvement across the IT function, ensuring systems remain secure, reliable, and aligned with business objectives. This position combines strategic planning with day-to-day operational management and technical support.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, coordinate and direct IT systems and infrastructure activities.
• Manage and support a small internal IT support team.
• Maintain cybersecurity measures, firewalls, antivirus protection and access controls.
• Oversee IT projects, upgrades, migrations and system implementations.
• Support compliance frameworks, audits, policies and procedures.
• Provide technical support and guidance to users across multiple locations.
• Review, maintain and update IT policies, processes and documentation.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to identify and implement technology improvements.
• Ensure the security, stability and performance of all IT systems and services.
  
  

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Previous experience in an IT Manager or senior IT leadership position.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking, servers and cloud technologies.
• Experience supporting ISO 27001 and compliance requirements.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration including Exchange, Teams, SharePoint and Intune.
• Experience with Azure administration and hybrid environments.
• Knowledge of Windows Server and Linux server administration.
• Experience managing cybersecurity tools, firewalls and access controls.
• Hands-on technical support experience and user management skills.
  
  

DESIRABLE SKILLS:

• Experience with Proxmox virtualisation.
• Knowledge of Atlassian products including Jira and Confluence.
• Experience with SIP and Teams Telephony.
• Knowledge of Dell networking and infrastructure solutions.
• Experience working within cross-functional teams.
• Strong planning and project management skills.
  
  

SALARY & BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary up to £70,000
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Additional annual leave based on length of service.
• Private medical insurance.
• 6% employer pension contribution.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discretionary company performance bonus.
• Enhanced family leave.
• Long service recognition scheme.
• Company events.
• Subsidised refreshments on site.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
  
  

LOCATION:

This is a full-time position based just outside Brighton.

TO APPLY:

Please send your CV in strict confidence or apply directly to this job posting.

ALTERNATE TITLES

IT Operations Manager | Head of IT | Infrastructure Manager | IT Services Manager | IT Support Manager