IT Service Support Team Manager
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Job Description
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional IT services and leading a high‑performing team? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where continuous improvement and customer satisfaction are at the heart of everything you do? If so, we want to hear from you!
About The Role
As IT Service Support Team Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring outstanding service delivery across the IT Directorate and Avon and Somerset Police. You’ll lead a dedicated team, manage service operations, and drive improvements that enhance efficiency and customer experience. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence service standards, manage critical ITIL processes, and work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers to deliver reliable, high‑quality IT services.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Leading and motivating a team to deliver exceptional IT Service Management support.
* Managing service operations including incident, major incident, change, and problem management.
* Driving continuous service improvement and eliminating inefficiencies across the IT Directorate.
* Maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, ensuring service levels are met or exceeded.
* Overseeing reporting, risk management, and service measures to proactively prioritise and improve IT services.
* Supporting strategic objectives and contributing to the overall vision of the organisation.
What We’re Looking For
* Significant experience in a mature IT environment and ITIL‑based service delivery.
* Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and chairing meetings.
* Excellent communication skills – persuasive, clear, and confident across all levels.
* Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver under pressure, and drive continuous improvement.
* Highly organised, resilient, and adaptable with a collaborative approach.
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a forward‑thinking IT Directorate committed to innovation and service excellence.
* Work in a supportive environment that values professional growth and development.
* Opportunity to make a real impact on IT service delivery for a critical public service organisation.
Additional Information
In addition to the application form, we also require a copy of your current CV. If you are unable to upload your CV to your application, please email a copy to: Talentpolicestaff@avonandsomerset.police.uk.
To be eligible to apply for this role you must have a 5‑year ‘checkable history’ in the UK – ideally this means you would have been resident in the UK for the last 5 years.
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Other
Industries
* Law Enforcement
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