Managed IT Manager

Location Type: On-site

 

Count on us. Our “we-care” culture is more than just a motto; it’s a promise. From day one, we prioritize your growth, well-being, and success. You can count on us to support your career journey and help you achieve your professional goals. Join us. Go beyond the numbers, do something different by developing rapport with clients and making a difference. Whether you intend to specialize or would rather gain exposure across many service lines, you won’t be limited at Plante Moran. We’ll encourage you to explore diverse opportunities to find your focus and thrive in your chosen career.

Plante Moran enjoys a “Workplace for Your Day” model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in-person model. We believe that face-to-face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to work with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day.

Your role.

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

• Lead and supervise the staff consultants, ensuring timely and effective issue resolution.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, fostering strong relationships and delivering exceptional customer service.
• Oversee technical service delivery to clients, ensuring SLAs are met and high-quality support is consistently provided.
• Collaborate with internal Managed IT team members and our clients to design and implement customized managed service solutions that meet clients’ goals and expectations.
• Conduct regular meetings and check-ins with clients to provide updates, review service performance, and address any concerns.
• Provide technical guidance and expertise to the team, assisting with complex technical issues and escalations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery processes and increase client satisfaction.
• Manage client projects from initiation to completion, ensuring successful implementation of managed services and technology solutions.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation standards, knowledge base articles, and standard operating procedures.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure the service desk remains at the forefront of technical support.

The qualifications.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience (typically 5-10 years) in technical support, service desk roles, or account management within the IT services or managed services industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of desktop operating systems, hardware, software applications, networking concepts, and various IT domains.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities to handle complex technical issues and escalations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with clients and colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Ownership-centric mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality service and maintaining client satisfaction aligning with the firm and consulting expectations.
• Proficiency in CRM software and account management tools to manage client relationships and track interactions.
• Knowledge of IT service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL) and best practices.
• Technical certifications (e.g., PMP or CompTIA Project+) and IT certifications (e.g., CCNA, MCSE, AWS, CompTIA Security+) are advantageous.
• Ability to lift and transport moderately heavy objects, such as computers and peripherals.
• Local and domestic travel will be required, on occasion.

Our difference.

On the surface, we’re one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll see what makes us different: we’re a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody ‘s perfect) with a world-class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” and an endless array of opportunities. At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities. So, what are you waiting for? Apply now.

This is an exempt position, so you may have to work hours that exceed the standard 40-hour work week.

Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace. We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person’s ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize – and celebrate – our many human differences, we’re able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work. Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace.

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, with the exception of candidates that are bilingual in Japanese and English. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Plante Moran.

The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.

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We are pleased to offer eligible staff a robust benefits package. Eligibility and contribution requirements for some of these benefits vary based on the number of hours staff work per week. Highlights include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. These standard offerings are effective on the first of the month following your start date. In addition to this, eligible staff are able to take advantage of our Flexible Time Off and various pre-determined holidays as well as a 401(k) plan, flexible benefits plans, business-related travel expense, lodging and meal reimbursement for business-related use. A Pension plan is also available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff. A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff. Plante Moran also offers Interns and Contractors the option to elect health insurance under our contingent staff medical plan as of the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment in addition to limited paid time sick time. Seasonal staff are not eligible for benefits.

Compensation is commensurate with technical skills and experience is provided in accordance with applicable state requirement. Compensation information posted is based on a position being located in the state of CO or IL. Please review the position location for the applicable geographic location.

Under Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act, you have the right to redact from any documents that you submit in connection with your application information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Should you wish to exercise your right to redact such information, please redact it prior to submitting documentation.

Colorado monthly base range is as follows:

$10,000.00 to $11,250.00

Illinois monthly base range is as follows:

$10,000.00 to $11,250.00

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