Infrastructure Operations Manager - Hybrid

I am currently working with large manufacturing business who are seeking a strong strategic IT Infrastructure Operations Manager to join their expanding business to help with several key areas which are focused around infrastructure/system migrations as well as helping to strategically align the IT operations to fit with the companies wider vision.

We are looking for someone with both hands on leadership experience and a strong technical understanding to help drive infrastructure/system improvements and elevate the IT services across the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Strong technical background in systems administration, networking, and cloud-based services (e.g. Microsoft 365, Azure, etc.).
• Oversee all internal IT infrastructure, including networks, cloud services, hardware, software, and security protocols.
• Ensure all IT practices meet relevant compliance standards, including GDPR and cybersecurity best practices. (Ideally experience of utilising either SOX or ISO27001)
• Proactively monitor and manage potential security risks.
• Proven experience as an IT Manager or Senior IT Lead.
• Demonstrable experience leading and developing a small IT team.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
• High level of self-motivation with a proactive mindset and solutions-based approach.
• Schedule and oversee daily, monthly, and annual IT activities and service deliverables.
• Ensure data integrity, system uptime, and appropriate disaster recovery procedures.
• Support and implement company-wide IT improvement projects.
• Identify and deliver system upgrades or integrations that support operational efficiency. (Inc. EPR)
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand needs and deliver IT solutions that support business goals.
• Manage relationships with IT service providers and software vendors.

Working arrangements

- Hybrid, ideally 3 days but possible 2 days in the office for the right person. 

- Flexibility required for international travel

Please apply for consideration..