IT Manager £70,000-£75,000Stanford-le-Hope We are seeking an experienced, hands-on IT Manager to lead the transition of IT services back in-house while overseeing the day-to-day operation of a growing technology environment. This is a key role combining operational IT management, supplier oversight, project delivery, cyber security, and continuous improvement. This position is a standalone IT Manager role with no direct reports.Reporting to the Director, you will play a central role in modernising systems, improving service delivery, and ensuring IT is reliable, secure, and aligned with business objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesIT Strategy and TransitionLead the transition from outsourced IT to an internally managed functionImplement IT processes, standards, and controlsSupport the development of the IT roadmap and strategyDrive improvements across service delivery, resilience, and securityIT OperationsOversee infrastructure, hardware, software, telephony, and cloud servicesEnsure performance and availability of business-critical systemsManage incidents, service requests, and system documentationMaintain asset registers and licensing recordsSupplier and SLA ManagementAct as the primary contact for external IT providersMonitor SLA performance and manage service deliverySupport supplier relationships and contract oversightEscalate and resolve service issuesProject DeliveryDeliver IT projects on time and within budgetCoordinate upgrades, implementations, and improvementsWork ..... full job details .....