IT Manager

IT Manager Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum

Contract:

Permanent

Location:

Coventry About the role We're looking for an experienced and proactive IT Manager to join our IT team and play a key role in keeping our technology services secure, reliable and fit for the future. Reporting to the Head of IT, you'll lead the operational IT function across the Society, overseeing IT support, infrastructure and operational cyber security. You'll be responsible for ensuring our colleagues have the technology and support they need to do their jobs effectively, while maintaining strong security, resilience and service standards.

This is a varied role that combines IT service management, infrastructure, cyber security, supplier management, compliance and project delivery, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys both the operational and strategic sides of IT. What you'll be doing As IT Manager, you'll:
Lead the operational delivery of IT services across the Society. Manage and develop the IT support, infrastructure and cyber security functions. Lead, coach and develop IT colleagues, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. Oversee IT service levels, operational KPIs and colleague experience. Own and improve ITIL service management processes, including Incident, Request, Problem, Change, Asset and Configuration Management.

Act as an escalation point for major incidents and critical service disruptions. Ensure our infrastructure remains reliable, secure and resilient, including networks, servers, cloud platforms, endpoints and business-critical systems. Oversee backup, disaster recovery and business continuity arrangements. Manage hardware life cycles, software licensing, technology standards and infrastructure refresh programmes. Lead the operational cyber security roadmap, including vulnerability management, patch compliance, risk remediation and incident response.

Manage relationships with specialist cyber security providers, including MDR and SOC providers. Ensure compliance with PCI DSS, Cyber Essentials, GDPR and Society policies. Own the cyber risk register, audit findings and security improvement activity. Manage IT suppliers and service providers, ensuring performance is delivered against agreed service levels. Build effective relationships with colleagues, department leaders and senior stakeholders across the Society.

Lead operational technology projects and work streams, ensuring new services are successfully transitioned into operational support. Identify opportunities for automation, self-service and process improvement. Promote new technologies where they provide clear value to the business. On-call, covering evenings and weekends, approximately one out of four weeks What we're looking for We're looking for someone who can combine strong technical and service management knowledge with effective leadership and communication skills.

You'll ideally have:
Experience managing an IT operations, service delivery or infrastructure team. Strong knowledge of ITIL principles and service management practices. Experience managing IT support, infrastructure and operational technology services. Experience managing third-party IT suppliers and service providers. An understanding of cyber security operations, vulnerability management and incident response. Knowledge of PCI DSS, Cyber Essentials, GDPR and technology governance.

Experience with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 administration. Experience producing operational, risk and performance reporting. Strong leadership, coaching and stakeholder management skills. Experience working within a multi-site operational environment. Excellent communication and organisational skills. ITIL Foundation or higher would be beneficial, as would cyber security or project management qualifications.

Experience with ITSM platforms and automation would also be advantageous. Retail sector experience would be desirable. About you You'll be service-focused, proactive and accountable, with a genuine commitment to delivering a positive technology experience for colleagues. You'll be comfortable balancing the demands of…