IT Manager

IT Manager

Location: Birmingham (Hybrid - 3 days in office)

Salary: £50,000 + Excellent Benefits

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

We're partnering with a national charity and social housing provider to recruit an IT & Digital Manager, a pivotal role leading the organisation's digital transformation and ICT strategy.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a forward-thinking IT professional to drive innovation, strengthen infrastructure, and implement cutting-edge solutions (including AI and cybersecurity) to support critical services that make a real difference across the UK.

The Role

Reporting to the Director of Finance & ICT, you will take ownership of the charity's IT and digital landscape, from strategic direction to day-to-day operational oversight.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the organisation's ICT and digital strategy
• Managing IT systems, infrastructure, and third-party suppliers
• Delivering digital transformation projects, including AI adoption
• Ensuring data protection, GDPR compliance, and cybersecurity standards
• Overseeing disaster recovery and business continuity planning
• Supporting staff through training and digital enablement
• Advising senior leadership on technology trends, risks, and future opportunities

This role is both strategic and hands-on - ideal for someone who enjoys leading change while staying close to the technology.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a senior ICT or digital leadership role
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, systems, and security frameworks
• Experience managing external IT providers and delivering IT projects
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 environments and modern networking tools
• Awareness of AI trends and practical use in a charity or public sector context
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Values-driven, with a passion for making a social impact

Desirable: Degree in a relevant field and certifications such as ITIL or CompTIA Security+

Why Apply?

This is a chance to be part of a values-led organisation delivering real change. You'll help shape the digital future of a charity that supports communities and transforms lives - all while working in a collaborative and flexible environment.

Benefits include:

- £50,000 salary

- 29 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) - increasing with service

- Enhanced pension, life assurance, sick pay, and family leave

- Flexible hybrid working (3 days in the Birmingham office)

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.