Cloud Services Manager (Azure)Location: Hybrid / On-siteContract: Temporary Salary: Competitive + benefitsWe are recruiting on behalf of a client for an experienced Cloud Services Manager to lead the delivery and operational management of Azure cloud services. This is a key senior role within the organisation's IT function, with responsibility for Azure IaaS platforms and service delivery.The RoleAs Cloud Services Manager, you will act as the Azure Delivery Lead, taking ownership of Azure environments and ensuring cloud services are secure, resilient, and delivered in line with ITIL best practices. The role combines hands-on Azure expertise with service leadership and stakeholder engagement.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage Azure IaaS platformsAct as Azure Delivery Lead for cloud operations and initiativesOversee day-to-day management of Azure environmentsEnsure effective delivery and optimisation of: Azure storage solutionsAzure networking servicesSecurity and secrets management using Azure Key VaultMaintain service availability, performance, and resilienceApply ITIL principles across incident, change, and problem managementDrive continuous improvement across cloud servicesEssential Skills & Experience2-3 years' experience managing Azure environmentsStrong hands-on experience with Microsoft AzureProven experience delivering and supporting Azure IaaSExperience operating in an Azure Delivery Lead or senior cloud operations capacityStrong technical understanding of: Azure storageAzure networkingAzure Key Vault and cloud securityWorking knowledge of ITIL service management practicesCertificationAZ-305 - Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert 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 Skills:Azure Management IaacBenefits:Up to 62 000WHJS1_NI