IT Technical Manager

Badger Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Birmingham is seeking an IT Technical Manager to oversee IT operations and project delivery. This role blends technical expertise with project management to enhance IT systems supporting strategic initiatives. Responsibilities include leading a support team, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years of IT management experience and relevant qualifications. Competitive salary between £38,000 and £42,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Technical Manager or leadership role.
• Strong technical knowledge in Microsoft 365 and Azure.
• Experience overseeing an IT support desk.
• 2–5 years in technical IT roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor IT Helpdesk and technical support team.
• Oversee daily IT operations and ensure performance.
• Manage relationships with IT suppliers and vendors.
• Coordinate technical project deliveries and documentation.
• Prepare operational updates and reports for leadership.

Skills

Technical leadership

IT infrastructure knowledge

Project coordination

Operational process improvement

Microsoft 365

Azure

Networking skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

ITIL certification

MCSA, MCITP certification

CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+

Tools

RMM/PSA tools

Job description

We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented IT Technical Manager to support the Head of IT & Digital Systems in delivering digital projects and managing day-to-day IT operations across Badger Group. This senior operational role bridges technical expertise and project coordination, ensuring smooth running of IT systems and infrastructure while contributing to strategic initiatives aligned with the NHS 10-year digitalisation plan.

The IT Technical Manager will take ownership of core IT operations, including system maintenance, incident resolution, documentation, and dashboard reporting. You will provide technical guidance to the Helpdesk team, oversee small projects, and ensure compliance, data integrity, and business continuity. This position is ideal for someone with a strong technical background who enjoys combining hands‑on problem-solving with operational management responsibilities.

Main duties of the job

Lead, mentor, and support the development of the IT Helpdesk and technical support team and manage team workloads to ensure SLAs, KPIs, and project deadlines are consistently achieved.

Operational IT Management

Oversee the daily operation of IT systems, infrastructure, and applications to ensure stability, security, and performance.

Manage and maintain effective relationships with external IT suppliers, vendors, and service providers.

Coordinate procurement, asset management, user access provisioning, and vendor activities to support operational needs.

Improve operational efficiency through process improvements, automation, standardisation, and proactive system maintenance.

Monitor supplier and contract performance to ensure SLA compliance and service quality.

Review performance data, elevate service concerns, and coordinate resolution actions.

Support the Head of IT and Digital Systems with contract renewals, cost reviews, procurement decisions, and vendor evaluation processes.

Project & Technical Delivery

Coordinate day-to-day project activities including scheduling, tracking progress, updating plans, and managing dependencies.

Gather and validate requirements from technical teams and end users to ensure deliverables are achievable and aligned to business needs.

Support or oversee technical implementation tasks, testing, change control, deployments, and system rollouts.

Identify and manage risks (technical, operational, or supplier‑related) and coordinate mitigation strategies.

Contribute to the technical delivery of strategic and digital transformation projects.

Documentation & Governance

Create, maintain, and update documentation for systems, networks, installations, procedures, standards, and troubleshooting guides.

Maintain accurate and version‑controlled project documentation including requirements, designs, risk logs, test results, and reports.

Ensure all documentation is accessible, up to date, and supports effective operational and project activity.

Support the adoption of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies where applicable.

Strategic Support & Reporting

Translate high‑level strategic goals set by the Head of IT and Digital Systems into clear operational tasks and workstreams.

Support departmental planning, performance reporting, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Lead operational workstreams or project areas when required.

Prepare and present reports, dashboards, operational updates, and summaries for senior leadership and board‑level reviews.

About us

Birmingham and District GP Emergency Room (Badger) Ltd is a not‑for‑profit social enterprise healthcare co‑operative which includes, as part of its group of companies, Badger Medical Ltd, Badger Healthcare Ltd and Sett Support Partnership plc. It has an annual turnover of £13 million.

Badger was established in 1996 by local doctors who joined together to initially provide an improved out‑of‑hours service for their patients. Today Badger has opted‑in GP members in 60+ practices and provides 24/7 message handling, urgent primary care and GP out‑of‑hours service to a patient base of 1.3 million. We run the Urgent Treatment Services at Solihull and Erdington Stockland Green, with face‑to‑face and 24/7 remote clinical assessment services operating from Bourne Road in Aston. Our head offices are at Glover Street, near the city centre. Badger was recognised with an Outstanding rating following our Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection in March 2024.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Act as the senior escalation point for complex or high‑impact technical issues.

Resolve operational conflicts, promote best‑practice working methods, and drive a positive service culture.

Build strong working relationships with internal clients and represent the IT function in relevant meetings.

Work hands‑on with technical staff to resolve escalations, undertake problem investigations, and support system recovery.

Relationship to Other Roles

The role will report to the Head of IT and Digital Systems.

Equality and Diversity

The post holder will be expected to adhere strictly to the principles of fairness and equality in carrying out the role. At all times the post holder will be required to work in line with Badgers values and show respect for and maintain the dignity of patients, the public and work colleagues. Badger will not tolerate any form of bullying or harassment, violence or aggression towards any colleagues, patients or partners.

Disclosure and Barring Service

This appointment will be subject to a criminal record check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Pre‑Employment Health Check

The appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Pre‑Employment Health Check.

Person Specification

Experience

• Proven experience in a Technical Manager, IT Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Strong technical knowledge across Microsoft 365, Azure, networking, virtualisation, and RMM/PSA tools.
• Demonstrable experience improving operational processes and service efficiency.
• Good understanding of IT infrastructure, software development, and technical.
• Typically, 2–5 years of experience in IT roles.
• Experience managing or overseeing an IT support desk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Leadership, stakeholder management, business administration.
• MCSA, MCITP.
• ITIL, PRINCE2, or other management/technical certifications.
• CompTIA (Network+ A+ or Security+).
• Awareness of cybersecurity best practices within managed service environments.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£38,000 to £42,000 a year depending on experience