Team Leader Desktop & Security Services (Internal Applicants Only)

PLEASE NOTE THIS POST IS ONLY OPEN TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS

Organisation:Leicestershire County Council

Work Location:County Hall Leicester Road Glenfield Leicestershire LE3 8RA

Salary:49221 - 53826

Working Hours:Full-Time - 37 Hours Per Week

Contract Type:Secondment (12months)

Closing Date:1st March 2026

Interview Date(s):TBC March 2026

About the Role

The role requires an experienced IT Infrastructure leader/line manager with budgetary knowledge to assist in meeting the capacity demands of the IT Service help deliver an infrastructure to support the councils digital programme and introduce new skillsets into the team to enhance our desktop and security services. Ensuring the council operates a reliable and resilient IT infrastructure to support the organisation and its objectives is key therefore we are looking for individuals with plenty of drive & energy - not only to lead and motivate technical teams but to drive technical innovative & cultural change.

We are a large multi-disciplined IT and Digital function. You will find technical experts working alongside agile specialists project managers and change leads. We manage the day-to-day operation of a large organisation along with innovation improvement and change.

We all share one thing a commitment to delivering for the people of Leicestershire.

There is no average day you will be part of a larger IT technical function ensuring efficient and reliable running of the Councils technology solutions systems and infrastructure. You will work with internal colleagues external partners and suppliers to get the best out of existing technology investments. You will be involved in the day-to-day operation administration and support of key technologies within your remit.

This is an excitingtime and a fantastic opportunity to be part of an innovative modern and diverse IT function at Leicestershire County Council.

About You

To apply for this post you must be able to evidence in your application how you meet the following criteria:

• Come with an NVQ level 4 (degree or equivalent) have a keen interest in managing a team of technical professionals in a substantial IT department and have customer focus.
• Have a strong knowledge in IT Service Management principles and have experience of working in an environment governed by performance metrics and great customer service.
• Have a flare for technical innovation and be able to lead a technical team and associated technology stacks in line with best practise and manufacturer lifecycle & roadmaps.
• Demonstrate your ability to be the subject matter expert in the desktop & security space in a large Microsoft / Wintel based infrastructure.
• Be able to demonstrate your experience in working as part of large project teams to deliver successful outcomes.
• Have experience in dealing with external partners agencies suppliers service providers & contractors and managing their performance whilst also able to demonstrate your involvement in IT procurement activities.
• Know how to communicate with senior leaders team managers other team leaders service users (both internally and externally) as well as key suppliers and partners.

In addition we also expect you to shareour commitment to our valuesand will ask you to evidence when you have demonstrated them as part of the selection process.

Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a are a Disability Confident Employer.

For more information or an informal discussionplease contact:

Manish Manchu Head of Technology

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How to Apply

At Leicestershire County Council were looking for top talent from all walks of life. Whoever you are wherever youre from and whatever your background - we care about what you bring to our organisation not just whats on your CV. Thats why weve designed a recruitment process thats fair accessible and focused on potential. And with benefits that support people at every age and stage of life we make sure you can thrive - both personally and professionally.

If you share our passion to make a difference for the people of Leicestershire wed love to hear from you. Click the apply button to submit your application ensuring that you upload a supporting statement that explains how you meet the criteria listed in the About You section above. Without this information we wont be able to assess your suitability for the role and your application will be rejected. For tips on how to write your statement see the How to Applysection on our career site.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.

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