Service Desk Manager – 6 Month Contract
Location: Gloucester (3 days per week on site)
Day Rate: Up to £350 (Inside IR35)
We are seeking an experienced Service Desk Manager to lead and develop the IT support function for a 6-month contract engagement in Gloucester. This role requires a hands-on leader who can drive service excellence, manage a small team, and ensure smooth day-to-day IT operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and mentor the Service Desk team, ensuring high levels of customer service.
- Oversee incident, problem, and request management processes.
- Drive continuous improvement across service delivery.
- Act as the escalation point for technical and service issues.
- Produce regular reporting on performance, SLAs, and trends.
- Collaborate with wider IT and business teams to ensure alignment with business needs.
Skills & Experience:
- Proven track record managing a Service Desk or IT Support team.
- Strong knowledge of ITIL processes and service management best practice.
- Hands-on approach with excellent stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to balance day-to-day operations with longer-term improvements.
- Comfortable working in a hybrid environment with 3 days per week on site.
Contract Details:
- Duration: 6 months
- Location: Gloucester, 3 days per week on site
- Day Rate: Up to £350 per day (Inside IR35)