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IT Director

Greater Manchester Permanent View Job Description
IT Director We're seeking a hands-on IT Director to lead a small but vital IT function, driving strategic and operational excellence across infrastructure, bespoke software, and cybersecurity. This is a unique opportunity to shape the technology roadmap of a growing business and make a tangible impact.
  • Shape the Future of Technology in a Growing Business
  • Hands-On Leadership with Strategic Impact

About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic and expanding business based in Manchester, operating in a fast-paced and evolving environment. With a strong focus on operational efficiency and bespoke technology solutions, they are entering a period of rapid growth and transformation, making this a pivotal time to join their leadership team.

Job Description

As IT Director, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the technology landscape of a growing business. This is a hands-on leadership position where you'll define and deliver the IT strategy, ensuring it aligns with the company's ambitious goals. You'll lead a small, agile team and oversee all aspects of IT operations-from infrastructure and networks to bespoke software development and cybersecurity. Your remit will include full budget ownership, vendor management, and driving ROI from technology investments. You'll also be the go-to expert for compliance and data protection, ensuring robust frameworks are in place. With the business entering a phase of rapid growth, this role offers the chance to lead transformative projects, modernise systems, and make a lasting impact at both strategic and operational levels.

The Successful Applicant

  • Proven experience as an IT Director or senior IT leader in a small to mid-sized business.
  • A strong technical background, particularly in bespoke software development.
  • Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strategic thinking with a hands-on approach to implementation.
  • Experience with cloud and on-prem infrastructure (Azure, AWS).
  • Ideally, exposure to the conveyancing, legal, property management sector or similar operational environments.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Car Allowance
  • Pension matched up to 5%
  • Health and Life Insurance



Contact
Zoe Glennen
Quote job ref
JN-072025-6803504
Phone number
+44 161 829 0475

Job summary

Job function
Technology
Subsector
CIO / IT Director
Sector
Business Services
Location
Greater Manchester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Zoe Glennen
Consultant phone
+44 161 829 0475
Job reference
JN-072025-6803504