At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic IT team to enhance critical infrastructure and operational services.
- Company: Local Authority in South West London with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid work model, and immediate start.
- Other info: Opportunity for growth in a fast-paced environment with public sector exposure.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving improvements in IT services and operations.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in managing IT teams and strong technical skills.
Interim IT Infrastructure & Operations Manager
South West London (Hybrid, 3 Days Onsite)
£550 per day Umbrella
6 Month Rolling Contract
Salt Recruitment is working with a South West London Local Authority to recruit an experienced Interim IT Infrastructure & Operations Manager to lead the delivery and support of critical IT infrastructure and operational services. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring an experienced manager who can oversee technical teams, maintain service stability and drive continuous improvement across infrastructure, cloud and end user services.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a multidisciplinary IT Operations team covering infrastructure, networks, end user computing and telephony services.
- Ensure the availability, performance and security of critical IT services.
- Manage and support cloud platforms including AWS and Azure.
- Oversee infrastructure technologies including Windows 11, firewalls, DNS, networking and Microsoft Teams telephony.
- Drive service improvements and implement operational best practice.
- Monitor service performance and ensure effective incident and problem management.
- Work closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation to support business objectives.
- Manage third party suppliers and service providers.
- Ensure compliance with security, governance and operational standards.
Essential Experience
- Proven experience managing IT Infrastructure and Operations teams.
- Strong technical background across cloud, networking and end user computing.
- Experience supporting Azure and AWS environments.
- Knowledge of Windows 11, Microsoft 365, Teams Telephony, DNS and firewall technologies.
- Experience managing service delivery within complex environments.
- Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment.
Desirable Experience
- Local Government experience.
- Public Sector experience.
- ITIL certification or equivalent service management experience.
Contract Details
£550 per day Umbrella
6 Month Rolling Contract
South West London
3 Days Per Week Onsite (Mandatory)
Immediate Start Available
*Rates depend on experience and client requirements
IT Infrastructure and Operations Manager in London employer: Salt Search
As an Interim IT Infrastructure and Operations Manager with a South West London Local Authority, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing critical IT services in a supportive and collaborative environment. The role offers competitive pay and the opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary team while driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced public sector setting. With a focus on employee growth and development, this position provides a unique chance to make a meaningful impact on local governance through innovative IT solutions.
