Senior IT Manager

Greenwich, London
Harris Hill

Do you have a passion for the Arts?

Are you an IT manager in the charity/education/non-profit sector who is ready to take the next step up?

If you can say yes to the above come and join our dynamic team at this prestigious performing arts school and make a significant impact as the Senior IT Manager!

As the Senior IT Manager, you will oversee all IT infrastructure and services, providing leadership and direction to support the institution’s educational ambitions. Your role will involve developing and implementing the IT vision and strategy, ensuring the smooth running of IT services, and managing IT resources and contracts. You will also play a vital role in identifying and implementing innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

– Develop and implement the institution’s IT vision and strategy
– Provide leadership and management to the IT team
– Ensure the smooth implementation and maintenance of all IT services
– Monitor systems performance and identify opportunities and challenges
– Maintain systems, network, and data security
– Oversee the sourcing and implementation of new software and hardware
– Manage IT budgets and provide regular budgetary information
– Oversee IT systems deployment, development, and upgrading
– Lead projects and programmes and ensure business continuity plans are in place
– Liaise with the Executive Team, Senior Leadership Board, and other stakeholders
– Develop an IT structure that leverages synergies across the institution
– Procure equipment as required
– Undertake other duties as necessary

Key Tasks:

– Maintain an asset register and forecast asset replacement
– Update the IT risk register
– Manage maintenance contracts and service providers effectively
– Apply information technology to improve curriculum and corporate services
– Create and maintain documentation related to IT systems and processes

We are seeking a strategic leader with the ability to develop agile and scalable solutions to meet various business needs. Strong communication skills, both technical and non-technical, are essential to effectively engage stakeholders. As the Head of IT, you will report to the Senior Leadership Board and contribute to the school’s strategic planning.

Experience required:

– Administration of database systems
– VPN
– Switching and routing
– VoIP
– VMWare EXSi / vCenter server
– iSCSI SAN
– Microsoft Azure IaaS
– Apple macOS device management with Jamf Pro
– Windows Server 2016 to 2022
– Active Directory and Azure AD
– Exchange Online
– SharePoint Online
– Microsoft 365
– Google Workspace
– Microsoft Endpoint Manager

In addition to technical expertise, we expect the post holder to demonstrate excellent leadership and management skills. You will be a role model for the organisation, embodying the values and promoting a positive, inclusive ethos. Effective financial management, staff development, cross-college collaboration, and risk management are key aspects of this role.

Join us and be part of the mission to empower education through technology.

Apply now do not miss this opportunity to be a part of the fun, exciting & artistic environment! 🙂