IT Manager - Hands-On in Highly Regulated Industry

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic hands-on IT Manager with recent experience of working in a highly regulated industry. Also you will be able to work in all areas of IT from 1st line to 3rd Line, experience in Network and Cyber Security and also Operational Resilience (Dora specifically) and Business Continuity. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the IT infrastructure of a small financial services company in a regulated environment. There is a particular focus on Azure cloud services, and ensuring compliance with ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) standards. Also you will have a lead role in the Cyber Security and networking to ensure the security is to the highest standards. This role demands a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership capabilities to manage and enhance IT operations effectively. You will be experienced in managing a small IT department and will be hands on. You will be required to train up one additional support engineer to assist you in the day to day running and user support for IT in the company, previous experience of running a small team is essential. This role requires 5 days on site. European language would be useful but not essential.