Location: Bradford, Office Based

Reports to: Operations Director

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and versatile IT Specialist to manage, support, and improve our technology systems across the organisation. This role is ideal for someone with strong hands-on experience in Microsoft 365, Excel automation, and general IT infrastructure who enjoys working in a dynamic small-business environment.

You will be responsible for ensuring smooth day-to-day IT operations, developing efficient data and automation solutions, supporting staff with technical issues, and driving continuous improvement in digital processes.

Key Responsibilities

IT Systems Management

• Provide technical support for all IT hardware, software, and network issues.

• Install, configure, and maintain PCs, printers, and mobile devices.

• Manage user accounts, permissions, and security across Microsoft 365 and Azure AD.

• Monitor system performance, backups, and updates to ensure data integrity and uptime.

• Liaise with external IT vendors and service providers when necessary.

Microsoft 365 & Excel Automation

• Develop and maintain automated solutions using Excel (VBA, Power Query, Power Automate).

• Create and maintain dashboards and reports using Power BI and SharePoint Lists.

• Automate repetitive administrative and reporting tasks to improve efficiency.

• Support integration between Microsoft applications (Planner, To Do, Lists, Teams, Power Automate, etc.).

Data & Reporting

• Design and manage databases, spreadsheets, and reporting systems for business operations.

• Collect, analyse, and present data for management decision-making.

• Ensure data protection compliance and implement cybersecurity best practices.

General IT Support

• Provide staff training and user support on Microsoft tools and other business systems.

• Maintain an inventory of IT assets and licenses.

• Troubleshoot network connectivity, email, and cloud service issues.

• Ensure compliance with company IT policies and security standards.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in a similar “all-rounder” IT support or systems role.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 environment (SharePoint, Teams, Power BI, Power Automate, Planner, OneDrive).

• Advanced Excel skills including formulas, macros, VBA, and data modelling.

• Working knowledge of networking, hardware setup, and basic server administration.

• Experience with cloud automation and workflow integration.

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a small team setting.

Desirable Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator / Power Platform Fundamentals (preferred but not essential).

• Experience with PowerShell scripting.

• Knowledge of data privacy and security compliance (e.g., GDPR).

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Flexible working arrangements.

• Opportunity to shape and modernise IT systems within a growing business.

Job Type: IT Specialist / Systems and Automation Officer
Job Location: Bradford Office