July 2026 - We're recruiting a Junior IT Professional The Junior IT Professional Role
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in IT and technology. You will gain hands on experience across business systems, networks, websites, software, information security, compliance and AI testing, while developing your technical skills and supporting a wide range of technology projects. This role would suit a college leaver, graduate, career changer or someone with a strong personal interest in technology who is looking for a long term career in IT.
Key Attributes
- Strong interest in technology and a desire to build a career in IT
- Good written and spoken business English
- Good problem solving, logical and analytical skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Eagerness to learn new technologies and technical skills
- Organised and able to manage multiple tasks effectively
- Professional, reliable and trustworthy
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills and willingness to support internal and external users
- Positive attitude and willingness to take ownership of tasks
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and information security standards
- Able to commute reliably to Cranfield Innovation Centre (
- Relevant qualifications, certifications, technical projects or previous IT experience would be advantageous but are not essential
Key Responsibilities
- Support the day to day operation of Acuigen's IT systems, networks and business applications
- Assist with configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting computers, servers and associated technology
- Provide first line technical support to colleagues and clients
- Help administer user accounts, permissions and access controls
- Assist with software testing, validation and quality assurance activities
- Support the ongoing development and maintenance of the CustomServe platform
- Assist with website updates and content management
- Help maintain information security controls, processes and documentation
- Support IT asset management, software audits and compliance activities
- Assist with technology projects, process improvements and AI testing initiatives
- Work closely with colleagues to ensure high standards of service, quality and security
- Contribute positively to the continuous improvement of systems, processes and business operations
- The opportunity to be part of a technically innovative and highly regarded company
- Exposure to a broad range of technologies and real world business systems
- Structured training and mentoring from experienced IT professionals
- Opportunities to develop skills across infrastructure, software, security, websites and emerging technologies
- Competitive pay and holiday pay
- Free car parking and a great onsite café