Position: IT Operations ManagerLocation: ManchesterSalary: 65kBenefits25+ Days Holiday and rising (plus bank holidays)Flexible working (WFH incentives)Bupa Cash PlanElectric Vehicle SchemeCycle SchemeDiscounted Gym MembershipPaid Charity DayCar 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 roadmapsIdentifying opportunities for digital improvementAligning IT initiatives with organisational prioritiesSupporting future business growth through technologyInfrastructure and System Management: Oversee the maintenance and enhancement of IT infrastructure, ensuring: High availability of business-critical systemsReliability and performance of platformsScalability to support business growthContinuous improvement of core systemsTeam Leadership: Lead, mentor and manage the IT team, fostering: A collaborative working environmentProfessional development opportunitiesClear accountability across the teamA culture of continuous improvementBudget Management: Oversee the IT budget, ensuring: Cost-effective technology investmentControl of operational expenditureOptimisation of software and service spendService quality is maintained within budgetProject Management: Manage IT projects from inception to completion, ensuring: Clear project scope and ownershipTimel