Group IT Manager

A growing and ambitious group of businesses is seeking an IT Manager to take ownership of IT across the organisation and support the next phase of growth, including ongoing acquisitions.
 
This is a broad, hands-on role where you will act as the lead for IT across a diverse group environment. The business operates across multiple sectors, with different systems and ways of working, requiring a pragmatic and flexible approach rather than a fully standardised IT landscape.
 
Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will ensure IT services are reliable, secure and fit for purpose, while supporting business growth and ensuring systems work effectively together across the group.
 
Key Responsibilities:

Ownership of IT services, systems and support across the group
Acting as the senior point of contact for IT across multiple business units
Managing and developing the Group IT Administrator
Managing relationships with external IT providers and suppliers
Setting and maintaining IT standards, policies and a practical roadmap
Overseeing cyber security, risk management and IT governance across the group
Supporting acquisitions and ensuring systems and processes align effectively
Remaining hands-on across support and infrastructure where required
Managing major incidents and driving resolution
Providing clear IT reporting, risks and performance updates to senior leadership
Managing IT spend and supporting investment decisions 
Background and Experience:

Experience in an IT Manager or senior IT role
Experience managing or supporting junior IT team members
Strong understanding of IT service delivery and infrastructure
Experience working with outsourced IT providers or MSPs
Comfortable in a hands-on, evolving environment
Experience working across multiple systems or business units
Strong stakeholder engagement skills 
This role is fully site-based in Colchester.
 
Further details will be shared as the process progresses