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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.