Operations Manager

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• Location: Leatherhead, Surrey
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• Salary: £40,000 per annum
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• Contract: Full-time, Permanent
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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Head of IT, Facilities & Fleet Management to lead the organisation's IT services, facilities operations, fleet management, and supplier contracts. This varied role combines strategic oversight with hands-on operational management, ensuring services remain secure, compliant, efficient, and cost-effective.

Key Responsibilities

IT & Cyber Security

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• Manage the organisation's Managed Service Provider (MSP), including service reviews, SLA monitoring, and escalations.
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• Oversee Cyber Essentials/Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation.
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• Maintain IT assets, user access controls, backups, disaster recovery, and business continuity arrangements.
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• Ensure effective cyber security, patch management, mobile device management, and website security.
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• Lead IT projects and support digital transformation initiatives.
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Facilities Management

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• Oversee the effective operation of offices and properties.
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• Manage property contracts, lease renewals, office moves, insurance, security, and health & safety compliance.
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• Maintain professional office standards and a safe working environment.
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Fleet Management

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• Manage the company vehicle fleet, including procurement, returns, fuel contracts, insurance claims, GPS tracking, and P11D processes.
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• Ensure fleet policy compliance and manage the Fleet Administrator.
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• Research and recommend suitable vehicle and fleet solutions.
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Contracts, Budgets & Projects

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• Manage supplier relationships, contract renewals, and the contract register.
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• Negotiate contracts and authorise invoices.
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• Support budget preparation and management.
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• Provide project management support for key organisational initiatives.
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• Maintain accurate records and drive operational best practice across all locations.
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About You

You will have:

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• Experience managing MSPs and outsourced IT services.
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• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, cyber security, business continuity, and cloud technologies.
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• Experience in facilities, property, fleet, contract, and supplier management.
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• Budget management and project delivery experience.
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• Previous people management experience.
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• Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
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• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong commercial awareness.
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What We Offer

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• Salary of £40,000 per annum
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• Permanent, full-time position based in Leatherhead
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• A varied leadership role with broad responsibility
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• Professional development opportunities
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• Supportive and collaborative working environment
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If you have a strong operational background across IT, facilities, fleet, and supplier management, we'd love to hear from you.