Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
IT Operations Manager
Leeds + Hybrid
£60,000 – £70,000
Your new role
We are seeking an experienced and proactive IT Operations Manager to lead and develop our IT function. This is a key hands-on role within the firm, responsible for ensuring our systems, infrastructure, and security are robust, compliant and aligned with the business's strategic goals.
You'll oversee the day-to-day running of IT operations, manage a small team, and play a central role in driving efficiencies, supporting colleagues, and implementing secure and future-focused technology solutions.
This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a critical function within a forward-thinking firm. You'll have the chance to shape the IT strategy, lead meaningful improvements, and make a real impact across the organisation.
Responsibilities
Oversee the daily operations of the firm's network and hybrid server infrastructure
Ensure IT systems are aligned with current and future business needs
Manage IT budgets, forecasting, and cost-effectiveness across the function
Lead on IT risk management, disaster recovery, and backup processes
Implement and maintain network, data, and communications security
Maintain Cyber Essentials Plus (CE+) accreditation
Provide second and third-line support across hardware, operating systems, software, telephony and printing
Manage Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 environments
Oversee reporting and data insights (including audit logs, SQL, Excel and Power BI)
Maintain and enhance the firm's PMS, including workflows, forms and documents
Manage telephony systems (3CX) and mobile communications
Lead and support two members of the IT team
Manage supplier relationships, contracts, and procurement planning
Develop and maintain hardware lifecycle planning (3-5 years)
Deliver and manage internal IT-related training (including PMS, AML and cyber security)
Review, update and enforce IT policies and procedures in line with legal and regulatory requirements
Maintain accurate hardware, software and licensing audits
Work closely with internal stakeholders to provide reporting and usage insights
Experience needed
We are looking for someone with a strong technical background and a hands-on, solutions-focused approach. Ideally, you will have experience working within a legal or professional services environment and be comfortable balancing operational delivery with strategic input.
Experience with Partner for Windows (P4W) case management system would be advantageous, and managing Cyber Essentials audits including Cyber Essentials Plus is required.
Microsoft Server ()
Microsoft environments: Azure (including AVD), Intune, Entra, Microsoft 365
LAN/WAN infrastructure knowledge
SQL database management
Hosted telephony systems
Managing third-party suppliers and contracts
IT service management (ITSM)
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