IT Manager

Seaham
2 months ago
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Group IT Manager

We are currently looking for an IT Manager to join a client of ours based in Seaham on a Permanent basis.

The salary is dependant on experience and will be discussed at pre screen stage.

We’re looking for an IT Manager who can lead and grow a capable and motivated team.

This is a hands on management role where you’ll balance technical oversight with people leadership, driving performance, collaboration, and digital innovation across the business.

IT Manager skills and attributes:

  • A confident communicator who can translate complex IT concepts into plain English.

  • Experienced in leading IT teams and managing performance, workload, and development.

  • Skilled in Salesforce administration, SQL, and general IT systems management.

  • Comfortable working across production, office, and logistics environments.

  • Passionate about continuous improvement, team development, and digital transformation.

  • Not afraid to get hands on whether that’s configuring systems, supporting projects.

    In this role, you will:

  • Manage, mentor, and develop the IT team to ensure high performance and growth.

  • Oversee Salesforce administration, reporting, and integrations.

  • Manage databases and systems, ensuring stability, efficiency, and compliance (GDPR, ISO27001).

  • Collaborate with managers across departments to design and improve digital processes.

  • Lead on IT service management, cybersecurity, and business continuity initiatives.

  • Support the IT Director with strategy delivery and technology roadmaps.

  • Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and innovation.

  • Degree or equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field.

  • Proven experience managing IT teams and systems in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong Salesforce and SQL knowledge.

  • Broad technical understanding of infrastructure, networking, cloud, and cybersecurity.

    If you are interested in discussing the role in more detail, please apply

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