IT Manager

Are you ready to make a significant impact on how technology drives business growth? Do you thrive in hands-on roles where you can plan, execute, and improve IT operations? We are looking for an IT Manager to join our team, based in Oslo, to oversee IT operations across the Nordics.

As IT Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that our technology solutions align with and enhance our business goals. You’ll take ownership of IT projects from planning to execution, all while maintaining the efficient day-to-day operations of our systems. Reporting directly to the CISO, you will manage a small but dynamic team, based in Oslo and Stockholm. You'll play a pivotal role in bridging IT with other departments, ensuring technology supports every aspect of our growing business.

What you'll do as IT Manager: 

• Plan, coordinate, and execute key IT projects that align with our business strategy.
• Oversee the maintenance and optimization of our IT systems, ensuring they run efficiently and securely.
• Provide hands-on support to colleagues across Scandinavia, troubleshooting and improving their IT experience.
• Actively engage with other departments, helping them leverage IT tools and solutions to enhance their operations.
• Manage, mentor, and grow the IT operations team across multiple locations.
• Keep the business up to date with the latest trends in IT, continuously identifying areas for improvement and implementing the right solutions.
• Support company growth through IT integration for acquisitions
• Manage the IT budget regarding hardware, licenses and cloud.
• Together with the Security Department, ensure compliance with security standards, such as ISO 27001 and GDPR.

What we're looking for in an IT Manager: 

• Technical expertise: You have solid experience with the Microsoft stack (Microsoft 365, Entra, Intune, Defender++), and a deep understanding of SaaS systems and integrations. You're comfortable navigating both Mac and Windows environments.
• Strategic mindset: You think beyond just the “now,” always looking for ways that IT can propel the business forward.
• Curious and proactive: You’re always up to date with the latest IT trends and know how to apply them to benefit the business.
• Hands-on leader: You don’t just manage from the sidelines—you roll up your sleeves, actively working on projects while guiding your team.
• Excellent communicator: You know how to listen and collaborate with different teams and departments, helping them see how IT can improve their workflows and operations.
• Adaptable: Our company is experiencing both organic growth and acquisitions, meaning no two days will look the same. You’re excited to adapt to evolving challenges, seeing each as a new opportunity to innovate and improve. You thrive in an environment where change is not just a constant but a source of energy and growth.

Why you should join CatalystOne: 

This is not just another IT Manager role. You'll have the freedom to influence how technology is used across the business and play an integral part in how we grow. You will have the opportunity to make decisions on software, tooling, and technology, in a company that’s ambitious and forward-thinking. If you're looking to work in a dynamic environment where technology is at the forefront of business strategy, this is the place for you. CatalystOne has been on an exciting growth journey for several years and this journey is only accelerating, this role will play an important role in ensuring technology supports our growth ambitions.

Benefits

As well as your salary, you’ll receive:  

• Time Off That Matters: Enjoy a solid 25 days of vacation per year to recharge and regroup.  
• Financial and Health Security: Benefit from a comprehensive pension and insurance package, plus private healthcare.  
• Your Well-being, Your Way: Take advantage of our wellness contribution to stay on top of your health. 
• Tech Tools for Efficiency: Get the job done with a choice of laptop (mac / PC), mobile phone & subscription, and a home internet allowance.. 
• Easy Commuting: Offset your commute costs with our public transport allowance.
• Lunch Made Easy: Skip the hassle and grab a bite at our staff canteen.  
• Flexible Work Setup: Hybrid for your life-work balance.

CatalystOne does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms/recruiters.  CatalystOne will not pay any fees to search firms/recruiters if a candidate is submitted by a search firm/recruiter unless an agreement has been entered into with respect to the specific open position(s). Search firms/recruiters submitting resumes to CatalystOne on an unsolicited basis shall be deemed to accept this condition, regardless of any other provision to the contrary.

We would like to inform you that all candidates who receive a job offer will be subject to a background check.