IT Operations Manager

As an IT Operations Manager at ITG, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our IT, ensuring that our systems are running smoothly and efficiently for the large user base. You will work closely with our outsourced IT provider and other business stakeholders to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to enhance our enterprise IT capabilities. Building strong relationships with business unit heads and end users will be a key success factor for this role. Someone who is passionate about raising the bar when it comes to user experience will thrive in this role.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the IT operations, including physical infrastructure, cloud environments (Azure AD and 365) and enterprise applications (MS Suite, G-workspace, Monday, Workable, etc)
• Drive best practise amongst the user base of our platforms to make their day to day roles more effective across our offices and users remote locations.
• Ensure the availability, performance, and security of our IT systems
• Monitor and analyse system performance and identify areas for improvement
• Plan and coordinate system upgrades and maintenance activities
• Manage incidents and work closely with the team to resolve issues in a timely manner
• Develop and implement IT policies, procedures, and best practices
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements
• Manage relationships with IT vendors and service providers
• Develop and maintain documentation related to IT operations
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in IT operations management

• Proven experience in IT operations management or a similar role
• Strong technical background with a user centric focus
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Project management experience is a plus
• Knowledge of ITIL best practices is desirable
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP) are a plus

Work’s a treat!

On top of a competitive salary, you can expect a whole load of perks:

• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays – we understand the importance of you getting some down time.
• Annual Wellbeing Day – enjoy an additional day on us to look after your physical and mental wellbeing.
• Pension Scheme – helping you save towards your retirement home in the sun!
• Corporate Medical Cash Plan – claim back the cost of your medical treatments.
• Smart Working Options – spend up to 40% of your working week from home.
• So many savings – through our online community platform, you can access dozens of daily deals, from money off top brands to discounts on days out.
• Employee Assistance Programme – our people are at the heart of everything we do, so if you’re happy, we’re happy.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – save on the cost of biking to work.
• Monthly Employee Awards - Employee of the Month programme with £250 bonus
• Raising money for charity including a paid Volunteer Day – we’re all about giving back… and having lots of fun in the process!
• Referral scheme – know the perfect person to join the team? You could bag £1,500 for a putting a good word in.
• Wellbeing Programme – giving you the opportunity to join regular, interactive Wellbeing Workshops or join our 30 plus Wellbeing Champions.
• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave – support for you and your family to help you navigate through the craziness of family life.

We Value Diversity

We champion and welcome diversity in our workforce and ensure all job applicants receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender or gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality.

We are not only committed to increasing the visibility and recognition of talent from under-represented groups within our organisation, but the wider industry too.

At the end of the day, we make sure we take time to look after ourselves, each other, and the planet, because we’re always stronger together.

ITG have a number of community groups available to employees and exist to offer a safe space for like-minded colleagues, with shared interests to connect, socialise and check in with each other.

These include Black ITGers Together, LGBTQ+ Together, Mens Health Together, Muslims Together, Neurodiversity Together, Working Parents and Carers Together and Women In Tech Together.

What next?

If you found yourself interested in knowing more, drop us your application and someone from our team will be in touch.

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