IT Manager

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing SME in Bristol seeks an experienced IT Manager to lead their IT strategy and manage outsourced services. This strategic role involves overseeing IT operations, vendor management, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. The ideal candidate will have strong IT leadership experience and a strategic mindset to drive continuous improvement in IT service delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in IT leadership roles, particularly managing outsourced IT services.
• Excellent vendor and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and delivery of IT services.
• Manage relationships and performance of external IT service providers.
• Ensure IT initiatives align with business goals.

Skills

Vendor Management

IT Governance

Strategic Planning

Stakeholder Management

Job description

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Robert Half have partnered with a growing SME in the greater Bristol area to recruit an IT Manager on a permanent basis.

IT Manager - Strategic & Operational Role

Are you an IT leader with a knack for strategy and vendor management? I'm looking for an experienced IT Manager to drive my clients' IT strategy and oversee outsourced IT services, ensuring smooth and effective technology operations across the business.

What you'll be doing:

Leading the strategic planning and day-to-day delivery of IT services

Acting as the key point of contact for all IT-related matters

Ensuring our IT initiatives align with business goals

Managing relationships and performance of external IT service providers

Overseeing IT operations including security, budgeting, and compliance

Coordinating IT projects and ensuring they're delivered on time and on budget

Driving continuous improvement and innovation in IT service delivery

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with leadership to shape and implement the IT strategy

Translate business needs into clear IT plans and priorities

Oversee and manage outsourced IT vendors, contracts, and SLAs

Monitor service performance, escalate issues, and drive improvements

Ensure IT services run smoothly and securely, with minimal disruption

Manage IT budgets, policies, risks, and infrastructure performance

What we're looking for:

Strong experience in IT leadership roles, particularly managing outsourced IT services

Excellent vendor and stakeholder management skills

Strategic mindset with the ability to execute operationally

Strong understanding of IT governance, security, and service delivery

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of IT in a growing organisation, shape its future, and make a real impact.

£60,000-£65,000 + additional benefits

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