Interim IT Network Manager

This Interim IT Network Manager role will lead and support a team of around 10 Network Engineers for a public sector organisation in Gloucester, with a primary focus on people leadership and service delivery. The role requires enough technical network knowledge to provide assurance, manage stakeholders, and act as an escalation point, without being hands-on day to day.

Client Details

This public sector organisation operates with a commitment to delivering excellent services to its community. As a small-sized entity, it values efficiency and innovation, striving to provide effective solutions to meet the needs of its stakeholders.

Description

• The Interim IT Network Manager will line manage and lead a team of approx. 10 Network Engineers, including performance management, coaching, and development.
• Set priorities, manage workloads, and ensure effective delivery of network services and projects.
• Act as escalation point for complex network issues and incidents.
• Ensure operational stability, resilience, and security of the network estate.
• Collaborate with wider IT, security, and business stakeholders.
• Support change, improvement initiatives, and adoption of best practice.
• Contribute to service reviews, reporting, and governance processes.
• Due to the people-management duties, the role will require an on-site presence, ideally 4-5 days per week.

Profile

As the successful candidate for the Interim IT Network Manager position, you should have:

• A strong background in IT systems and network infrastructure management.
• Proven expertise in developing and implementing IT strategies.
• Experience in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues efficiently.
• Knowledge of networking and cybersecurity best practices and data protection regulations.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• The ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Your own transport, and be able to commute daily to Gloucester.

Job Offer

• Competitive daily rate of £450 to £550 per day (Inside IR35).
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful public sector initiatives.
• Temporary position offering flexibility and diverse challenges.
• Chance to work within a small-sized organisation focused on community service.