IT Manager – (Infrastructure, Azure, Microsoft 365, Security, SaaS, O365, Server, Wi-Fi, Firewalls, EntraID, AzureAD, SharePoint, Networking) – South Manchester – Permanent


Charles Simon Associates are currently recruiting for an IT Manager for a well established business based in South Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on IT Manager or a Senior Infrastructure Engineer looking to take a step up, it will involve taking ownership of infrastructure, operations and security across a modern cloud-first technology environment.


The successful candidate will act as the senior technical authority on-site, responsible for ensuring the organisation’s core infrastructure is secure, reliable and scalable. This role will involve working closely with senior technology leadership, supporting business-critical systems and overseeing day-to-day IT operations.


This position requires a hands-on approach, combining technical leadership with practical infrastructure delivery.


Location: South Manchester (minimum 4 days onsite)
Salary: £60,000 Per Annum D.O.E


Skills/Requirements for the IT Manager:
*Strong experience working with Microsoft 365 including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Intune and Defender
*Solid experience working with Microsoft Azure within a cloud-first environment
*Experience managing identity and access management including Entra ID / Azure AD
*Strong infrastructure experience including networking, Wi-Fi, firewalls and VoIP
*Experience in managing SaaS platforms and cloud-based environments
*Working with endpoint management tools such as Intune and Autopilot
*Experience supporting backup, disaster recovery and business continuity processes
*Proven troubleshooting ability across infrastructure, cloud services and endpoints
*Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
*Previous experience/exposure of implementing and maintaining Security controls and frameworks is highly desirable


Start date is ASAP for the IT Manager


The IT Manager will be responsible for:
*Taking ownership of the organisation’s core IT infrastructure and cloud services
*Managing and optimise Microsoft 365 and Azure environments
*Overseeing identity management, endpoint security and access governance
*Ensuring infrastructure supports a high-performance, cloud-first business environment
*Maintaining and test backup and disaster recovery processes
*Supporting the operation of business-critical systems and SaaS platforms
*Implementing security controls aligned with group security policies and compliance frameworks
*Providing technical leadership and mentorship to on-site IT support staff
*Working closely with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure technology supports business needs
*Managing relationships with technology vendors and third-party providers
*Maintaining documentation, policies and procedures across the IT environment


About You:
*Experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer or IT Manager
*Comfortable working in a hands-on technical leadership role
*Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities
*Able to work effectively with technical teams and non-technical stakeholders
*Experience working within cloud-first or SaaS-driven organisations


Please send an up-to-date copy of your CV to be considered for the IT Manager


IT Manager – (Infrastructure, Azure, Microsoft 365, Security, SaaS, O365, Server, Wi-Fi, Firewalls, EntraID, AzureAD, SharePoint, Networking) – South Manchester – Permanent