Job Description

Head of IT

Location: Leicester (3 days per week onsite)

Salary: 85,000 - 95,000 + Benefits

Sector: Manufacturing | c150 Users | c80m Turnover

Are you an experienced IT leader with the presence to influence at board level and the pragmatism to get things done?
Do you thrive in a hands-on environment where technology directly impacts operations, efficiency and security?

I'm recruiting on behalf of an established and successful 80m turnover manufacturing business based in Leicester, who are looking for a Head of IT to own and mature the entire IT strategy, operations and cyber posture.

What You'll Do:

Lead and develop a small internal IT team (initially 2 direct reports) while managing offshore/outsourced partners

Own IT strategy, service delivery and infrastructure for 150 users across office and shop floor environments

Maintain and enhance Cyber Essentials and ISO 27001 compliance across systems, policies and processes

Implement ITIL aligned service management practices to ensure stability and uptime

Oversee suppliers, contracts and budgets whilst ensuring value and performance

Work closely with senior leadership to drive efficiency, resilience and innovation through technology

What You'll Bring:

Proven experience as Head of IT / IT Manager / IT Director within a manufacturing or industrial setting

Strong knowledge of Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, ITIL and supplier governance

Experience working with offshore or managed service partners

A balance of strategic thinking and hands-on delivery. You can set direction and roll up your sleeves

Excellent communication skills with the gravitas to engage at board level

Why Join Us?

Genuine ownership of IT across a growing, financially stable 80m business

Direct impact on operations, performance and resilience

Supportive leadership team and room to modernise / shape future roadmap

Competitive salary + benefits + future progression opportunity

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 85,000.00-95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hinckley LE10 0JJ