Robert Half have partnered with a growing SME in the greater Bristol area to recruit an IT Manager on a permanent basis. IT Manager - Strategic & Operational Role Are you an IT leader with a knack for strategy and vendor management? I'm looking for an experienced IT Manager to drive my clients' IT strategy and oversee outsourced IT services, ensuring smooth and effective technology operations across the business. What you'll be doing: Leading the strategic planning and day-to-day delivery of IT services Acting as the key point of contact for all IT-related matters Ensuring our IT initiatives align with business goals Managing relationships and performance of external IT service providers Overseeing IT operations including security, budgeting, and compliance Coordinating IT projects and ensuring they're delivered on time and on budget Driving continuous improvement and innovation in IT service delivery Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with leadership to shape and implement the IT strategy Translate business needs into clear IT plans and priorities Oversee and manage outsourced IT vendors, contracts, and SLAs Monitor service performance, escalate issues, and drive improvements Ensure IT services run smoothly and securely, with minimal disruption Manage IT budgets, policies, risks, and infrastructure performance What we're looking for: Strong experience in IT leadership roles, particularly managing outsourced IT services Excellent vendor and stakeholder management skills Strategic mindset with the ability to execute operationally Strong understanding of IT governance, security, and service delivery This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of IT in a growing organisation, shape its future, and make a real impact. £60,000-£65,000 additional benefits Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice.