Planit is a place-based design practice of Landscape Architects, Urban Designers and Visual Storytellers working across five studios in the UK. We’re seeking our first dedicated in-house IT Manager to oversee all our Information Technology requirements. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference, as you’ll be ultimately responsible for the smooth running of all our systems, working in conjunction with third-party support consultants, Razorblue. A working knowledge of Apple Macs and Windows PCs accessing a Windows-based server system is a pre-requisite of this role. You will need to be proficient in Microsoft Office, Windows and Mac OS X, and able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines. Key responsibilities: Being the first point of call to address IT-related matters, and extend fixes efficiently across the practice; realising a shift from problem-solving to solution-finding Collaborating with our external IT provider regarding cyber security queries and wider projects, including Cyber Essentials certification Delivering future projects to develop our in-house IT systems, policies and processes Interface with our internal Technical Working Group to define and implement practice-wide IT protocols, develop efficiencies, and improve technical standards Maintain inventory of all team members’ IT equipment, maintain their efficiency, implement a rolling programme of renewals, plus decommissioning and appropriate disposal Purchasing, setting up and management of all devices, such as laptops, tablets and mobile phones Purchasing and allocating software licences including Vectorworks, Adobe, Affinity, Microsoft 365 and Autodesk As an effective communicator and collaborator, you will interact with team members, and provide regular updates to the IT Lead and Operations Board. We’d expect you to recommend and implement improvements to our systems and workflows to enable the business to run more efficiently, and increase our team’s productivity. Assessment of new technology and its potential application will be required to inform robust Business Cases associated with investment, development and training. Experience working within a similar role in a creative design studio or the built environment sector would be an advantage but not essential; likewise, an understanding of industry-specific IT protocols (BIM/FTPs/BS or ISO standards relating to IT management). This role involves regular travel to our four studios across the UK to provide IT support and advice on site as needed. A full UK Driving Licence will be required. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.