<p>Robert Half have partnered on an exclsuive basis with a Global Manufacturing organisation based in Newport to recruit a Senior IT Manager on a permanent basis. </p><h3 data-start="161" data-end="181" data-section-id="rxbt5q"> </h3><p><strong>Role Summary</strong></p><p>A global manufacturing organisation is seeking a Senior IT Manager to lead IT service delivery across a critical production site and associated remote locations. This role is accountable for ensuring the stability, security, and continuous improvement of IT systems supporting a <strong>24/7 manufacturing environment</strong>.</p><p>The position combines<strong> leadership</strong> of the IT Operations function with <strong>hands-on technical oversight and project delivery</strong>, working closely with both local stakeholders and global IT functions to drive operational excellence and technology innovation.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Take full ownership of IT service delivery across a manufacturing site and associated remote offices</li><li>Lead, develop, and mentor a local IT team, ensuring high performance and continuous capability development</li><li>Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and business stakeholders to deliver IT solutions that enhance production efficiency and reliability</li><li>Align local IT operations with global IT strategy, standards, and initiatives</li><li>Set priorities, allocate resources, and lead the delivery of IT projects and continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>Oversee and maintain core IT infrastructure, including:</li><ul><li>Virtualisation platforms (e.g. VMware)</li><li>Windows Server environments</li><li>Network infrastructure (LAN/WAN)</li></ul><li>Ensure robust IT security, risk management, and compliance across all systems</li><li>Support and optimise IT systems critical to manufacturing operations, ensuring minimal downtime</li><li>Manage IT budgets, resource planning, and vendor relationships where applicable</li><li>Provide reporting and governance into regional and global IT leadership</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience Required</strong></p><ul><li>Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline</li><li><strong>Minimum 10 years' experience in IT</strong>, including <strong>significant leadership experience (4+ years managing teams)</strong></li><li><strong>Demonstrable experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment (essential)</strong></li><li>Strong understanding of IT requirements in <strong>24/7, production-critical environments</strong></li><li>Technical expertise in:</li><ul><li>Microsoft Active Directory and cloud services</li><li>Data centre infrastructure and operations</li><li>Network infrastructure and services</li></ul><li>Experience with manufacturing systems (e.g. MES, SCADA, or plant systems) is highly desirable</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities</li><li>Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment</li><li>Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills</li></ul><p><strong>Key Attributes</strong></p><ul><li>Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to technical leadership</li><li>Strong leadership and team development capabilities</li><li>Proactive, resilient, and results-driven</li><li>Deep appreciation of uptime, reliability, and operational continuity in manufacturing</li><li>Experience working within a global, matrixed organisation</li></ul><p><br /><strong>Salary/logistics</strong></p><ul><li>£70,000-£75,000 + additional benefits </li><li>The role is 5 days a week on site in Newport as standard so please only apply if you are comfortable with the travel commitments. </li></ul><p><br /><br /></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um9yeS5LaXJrbWFuLjYwNDY5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Director of Technology, Digital & Data / Fixed term - 18 months </strong></p><p>Very interesting opportunity has become available to work with our Bristol based client as their new Director of DDT. </p><p>This is a fixed term position for 18 months and you will play a pivotal role in stabilising and enhancing the data, digital and technology capabilities. </p><p>Responsibilities include;</p><ul><li>Strategic Leadership and Planning</li><li>Leadership and Workforce development</li><li>Change and Transformation</li></ul><p>Experience required;</p><ul><li>Significant experience at leadership level within data, digital and technology functions</li><li>Experience managing data, digital and technology budgets, contracts and supplier relationships</li><li>Understanding of information governance, data protection and cyber security requirements in regulated environments</li><li>Bonus if you have healthcare, NHS, primary care or similar regulated environments</li></ul><p>If you tick the above boxes and would like to find out more, please apply via the link below or email me (Joss. Escott @ Roberthalf. co. uk) </p><p>Interviews can be arranged immediately, with a view of starting in the next 2 - 4 weeks. </p><p><strong>Director of Technology, Digital & Data / Fixed term - 18 months </strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9zcy5Fc2NvdHQuNzcyODIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Legal Counsel</strong></p><p><strong>Technology firm </strong></p><p><strong>£65K-£80K</strong></p><p><strong>Cheltenham (Hybrid - 1 day in the office per week)</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>The role:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide timely, pragmatic legal advice on commercial, contractual, and procurement</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of customer, partner, and supplier</li><li>Maintain and evolve contract templates, playbooks, and clause</li><li>Support the development of a scalable procurement governance framework, including due diligence, renewals, and spend</li><li>Ensure contracts comply with company policies, data protection, and security</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams (Sales, Finance, IT, Product, Security, Operations) to resolve contractual issues quickly and effectively.</li><li>Support the rollout of the CLM system, ensuring accurate data capture and renewal tracking.</li><li>Deliver internal training and contribute to self-serve enablement materials for non-legal teams.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirments:</strong></p><p>- Either a qualified lawyer, or an experienced contracts manager </p><p>- In-House experience </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hyaXMuaGVuc29uLjMxOTA5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
