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IT Consultant - 12 Months Fixed Term contract

Reed
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 2 days
Location

Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England

Salary

£45,000 - £54,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The IT Consultant position is a 12-month fixed-term contract based in Birmingham, offering a hybrid work model with two days in the office each week.
  • Candidates should have proven experience as a Lead IT Manager or Head of IT, along with strong technical management and analytical skills.
  • The role involves supporting the IT Associate Director in enhancing core IT processes and managing vendor relationships to optimize technology investments.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, reflecting the expertise and experience required.
  • Ideal candidates should be motivated by challenges and eager to contribute to a dynamic and innovative team.
IT Consultant
  • Contract Type: 12-month Fixed Term
  • Location: Birmingham
  • Job Type: Hybrid (2 days in the office)

We are excited to offer an exceptional opportunity for an IT Consultant to join our team on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting the IT Associate Director in the strategic and tactical development of core IT processes across various domains, including IT Operations, IT Infrastructure, Software Development, and Solutions Architecture.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Identify and implement improvements to IT Service Desk, IT Operations, IT infrastructure, Software Development, and Solutions Architecture, ensuring alignment with the corporate plan.
  • Provide technical advice and guidance to maximise business benefits from IT investments and technology consolidation.
  • Support the Enterprise Operations Manager in managing the IT department, ensuring effective service delivery and capacity planning.
  • Manage relationships with suppliers/vendors, focusing on technical debt and optimising technology investments.
  • Implement supplier reviews to manage vendor relationships, ensuring contract compliance and value-added services.
  • Review, develop, and implement IT policies, architectural and design standards/principles.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Proven experience as a Lead IT Manager or Head of IT.
  • Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis, and computer hardware/software systems.
  • Experience in analysing IT function effectiveness and aligning it with business operations.
  • Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration, and network installation.
  • Ability to manage IT service desk and networking functions efficiently.
  • Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective negotiation and vendor management skills.
Benefits:
  • Opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial and innovative environment.
  • Fantastic opportunities for growth and progression.
  • Hybrid working model, allowing for flexibility.

If you are motivated by challenges and wish to be part of a team that fosters growth and innovation, we would love to hear from you. Please apply online today with an updated CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the IT Consultant role

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.