Practice Manager - Systems Integrator

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 94,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled Practice Manager to lead and mentor a team of IT professionals. You will ensure efficient service delivery, oversee client escalations, and align service goals with company strategy. The ideal candidate has proven experience in managing technical teams and a strong knowledge of IT infrastructure and cybersecurity. A competitive salary of $150,000 is offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing technical teams, preferably within an MSP or IT services environment.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking, cloud services, and cybersecurity.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of IT professionals, including engineers, project managers, and support staff.
• Ensure all IT services are delivered efficiently, meeting or exceeding SLA targets.
• Monitor and optimize resource allocation to ensure project and support ticket deadlines are met.

Skills

Managing technical teams

IT infrastructure knowledge

Networking

Cloud services

Cybersecurity

Organizational skills

Leadership

People management

ITIL processes

Service management tools

Excellent communication

Education

Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP, PRINCE2)

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? Join a company with over two decades of experience in solving IT challenges for businesses of all sizes, from small startups to large organizations, local government bodies, and corporations. Specializing in aligning technology to solve critical business problems, the team brings fresh perspectives and applies unique business mapping methodologies to deliver tangible outcomes. Focused on delivering measurable and substantial outcomes, the company designs and implements high-end IT systems, creating technology roadmaps that meet both current and future business needs.

The company is currently seeking for a skilled Practice Manager to join the growing team! If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, feel free to reach out and apply today!

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of IT professionals, including engineers, project managers, and support staff.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct performance reviews, set objectives, and provide ongoing training and development.
• Ensure all IT services are delivered efficiently, meeting or exceeding SLA targets.
• Oversee the escalation process for critical incidents and client concerns.
• Monitor and optimize resource allocation to ensure project and support ticket deadlines are met.
• Act as a point of escalation for key clients, ensuring satisfaction and building long-term relationships.
• Collaborate with account management teams to understand client needs and align services accordingly.
• Participate in client reviews to provide insights on service performance and areas for improvement.
• Identify opportunities to expand service offerings and improve profitability.
• Support sales and business development teams with technical expertise during client proposals and onboarding.
• Develop and implement best practices, frameworks, and methodologies for service delivery.
• Manage the practice’s budget, ensuring cost efficiency and profitability.
• Report on KPIs, operational performance, and financial metrics to senior management.
• Align service delivery goals with the company’s overall strategy.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing technical teams, preferably within an MSP or IT services environment.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking, cloud services, and cybersecurity.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and people management skills.
• Experience with ITIL processes and service management tools.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to manage client relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Desirable Skills/Qualifications

• Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP, PRINCE2, or technical certifications such as Microsoft, Cisco, AWS).
• Experience in developing and scaling IT practices or service lines.
• Financial acumen, including budget management and cost optimization.

Salary

• $150,000