Manager, Service

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Manager, Service to lead and oversee the delivery of IT services in a Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment. This role is pivotal in ensuring exceptional client satisfaction, efficient operations, and continuous improvement of service delivery processes. The MSP Manager, Service will manage technical teams, oversee projects, and maintain strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead, mentor, and manage technical teams, including IT support, systems engineers, and NOC staff.
• Set performance goals, conduct regular evaluations, and foster professional development.
• Ensure the team operates collaboratively, meeting SLAs (Service Level Agreements) and KPIs.
• Track and analyze service delivery metrics, such as uptime, resolution times, and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of IT services, ensuring high quality and timely support.
• Develop and enforce processes for incident management, problem resolution, and change management.
• Serve as the primary contact for key clients, ensuring their needs are understood and addressed.
• Regularly meet with clients to review service performance, discuss improvements, and identify opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with clients.
• Monitor and optimize service delivery workflows to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Implement and manage tools and systems (e.g., PSA and RMM platforms) to enhance operations.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, security protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define and implement service delivery strategies.
• Identify opportunities for new services and enhancements to meet client needs.
• Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure competitive offerings.
• Oversee and coordinate IT projects, including deployments, migrations, and upgrades.
• Work closely with project managers to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Monitor progress, address risks, and communicate updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Generate reports for internal use and client reviews, providing actionable insights.
• Use data to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for improvement.

Key Qualifications:
• 5+ years of experience in IT service management, preferably in an MSP environment.
• 2+ years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Proven track record of managing technical teams and delivering IT services at scale.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, including networking, servers, virtualization, and cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with ITSM tools (e.g., ConnectWise, Autotask, ServiceNow) and RMM solutions.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and compliance standards.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience:
• Experience with ConnectWise.
• ITIL Foundation or higher.
• CompTIA Network+/Security+.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or similar.
• Cisco CCNA or higher.

Benefit Highlights
• Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) company match
• Flexible vacation time*
• Paid sick time
• 10 Holidays including your Birthday and a Floating Holiday!
• Healthy Lifestyle reimbursement
• Membership Subsidy
• 40 Hours for Volunteer Time
• Paid parental leave
• Reimbursement for ongoing certifications

*Flexible vacation time after completing one full year of employment. For the first year of employment,
full-time team members are provided 10 vacation days.

Physical Demands and ADA Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
• This is a largely sedentary role. The employee is frequently required to sit/stand for long periods and work on a computer.
• The employee must be able to verbally communicate effectively with clients, employees and management to address questions and resolve issues. This involves talking, hearing, and understanding.
• This position requires the regular use of a laptop computer and other office equipment. The employee must be able to operate a keyboard and other devices for extended periods.
• The employee may be required to occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.