Position: IT Operations Manager Location: Manchester Salary: £65k Benefits 25+ Days Holiday and rising (plus bank holidays) Flexible working (WFH incentives) Bupa Cash Plan Electric Vehicle Scheme Cycle Scheme Discounted Gym Membership Paid Charity Day Car Parking Key Duties and Responsibilities IT Operations Manager: The responsibilities for the role include, but are not limited to: Strategic Planning: Define, develop and execute the overall IT strategy that aligns with the business objectives, including: Developing long-term technology roadmaps Identifying opportunities for digital improvement Aligning IT initiatives with organisational priorities Supporting future business growth through technology Infrastructure & System Management: Oversee the maintenance and enhancement of IT infrastructure, ensuring: High availability of business-critical systems Reliability and performance of platforms Scalability to support business growth Continuous improvement of core systems Team Leadership: Lead, mentor and manage the IT team, fostering: A collaborative working environment Professional development opportunities Clear accountability across the team A culture of continuous improvement Budget Management: Oversee the IT budget, ensuring: Cost-effective technology investment Control of operational expenditure Optimisation of software and service spend Service quality is maintained within budget Pro...