IT Manager

We are hiring for an IT Manager to join our team at ASE Global in the UK!

We’re looking for a hands-on and experienced IT Manager, someone who thrives in the trenches, someone who knows their way around a data center, can diagnose networking issues in real time, and isn’t afraid to rack a server when needed. 

As the IT Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the uptime, performance, and scalability of our core infrastructure. You'll lead a small team, work closely with vendors and partners, and be directly involved in projects that impact our European operations. This is a dynamic, fast-paced, and travel-heavy role that requires a balance of technical depth and leadership skills. 

Here is a little window into our company: ASE Global, focused on the automotive industry; the combination of ASE’s industry-recognized software, tools, and local industry expertise allows for the providing of global data services, performance improvement consultancy, and profit optimisation services tailored to the business requirements of brands and their dealer networks. ASE’s business intelligence dashboard tools, combined with human validation, provide in-depth analysis of business performance, and brands are given the confidence to manage change and drive the performance needed to face market challenges head-on.

ASE Global was acquired by Valsoft Corp and now operates under the Aspire Software portfolio. Aspire Software, the operational arm of Valsoft Corp, operates and manages Valsoft’s global portfolio of wholly owned software companies, providing mission-critical solutions across multiple verticals. By implementing industry best practices, Aspire delivers a time-sensitive integration process, and the operation of a decentralized model has allowed it to become a hub for creating rapid growth by reinvesting in its portfolio.

The successful candidate will be based anywhere in the UK, working in a remote work model!

What your day will look like:  

• Lead and manage IT infrastructure across multiple data centers throughout Europe
• Provide hands-on support for VMware, Hyper-V, and physical/virtual server environments
• Manage and maintain fiber-attached storage, backup systems, and disaster recovery plans
• Oversee networking infrastructure, including switches, routers, and firewall configurations (Fortinet preferred)
• Collaborate with international teams to plan and execute infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and improvements
• Mentor and support junior IT staff and coordinate with third-party vendors and service providers
• Ensure systems are secure, patched, and compliant with company policies
• Travel routinely across Europe to support on-site installations, data center work, and troubleshooting

About You:

• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on IT infrastructure experience in mid-to-large environments
• Proven expertise in VMware and Hyper-V virtualization platforms
• Experience managing SAN or fiber-attached storage systems
• Strong understanding of networking, including VLANs, VPNs, routing, and firewalls
• Demonstrated ability to lead small technical teams and manage multiple concurrent projects
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex hardware and networking issues under pressure
• Must be willing and able to travel frequently across Europe (valid passport required)
• Experience with Fortinet firewalls, Dell or HP server hardware, and backup solutions
• Knowledge of AD, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy in Windows Server environments
• Familiarity with data center operations, including cabling, power management, and environmental controls
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced, M&A-heavy environment is a bonus
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal, is essentail, with additional European languages a plus
• Legally authorized to work in the UK

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• The opportunity to make a direct impact on infrastructure across a growing European footprint
• A collaborative, fast-moving international team
• Travel opportunities and a dynamic role with ever-evolving challenges

For further information about ASE Global, you can visit our website at www.ase-global.com

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.