Prestigious opportunity with a leading local authority organisation for an IT Manager. Following a period of significant investment and technology transformation, we are inviting you to join our success story, based in our Liverpool office one day a week! As our IT Manager, you ill be the single point of contact for IT and you will be responsible for:- Implementing the successful delivery of the Information Communication Technology Strategy Ensuring the relationship between the Authority and ICT Managed Services provider is maintained and service provided in line with the contract Ensuring ICT infrastructure continues to support the Authority's needs, drive continuous improvement and advise on the most suitable ICT services and software solutions Enabling ICT business continuity planning and disaster recovery Liaising with the Authority's service provider in the identification and mitigation of any technological risks, ensuring privacy and security regulatory compliance. Identifying opportunities to use digital tools and AI to streamline processes and increase efficiency Procuring the renewal of the Authority's hardware and software If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LETS TALK! Experience building and maintaining client/contractor relationships, with demonstrated success in delivery of ICT strategies and overseeing service provision contracts. Knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Azure. Experience of document/record retention systems - Sharepoint Previous experience working alongside an MSP. Microsoft Excel skills Data analysis, data extraction, manipluation and data cleansing is advantageous. Awareness of emerging technologies and deployment of digital tools. Familiar with Cyber Essential Plus accreditation and of liaising between client and contractor through a business continuity event or cyber-attack. Ability to read and understand complex payment mechanisms and produce verification measures. Proven track record for identifying and documenting information flows and business processes. In return, you will be rewarded with:Hybrid-remote working, contribution to the Local Government Pension Scheme via Merseyside Pension Fund and 27 holidays, plus 8 Bank Holidays per annum. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)