Defence Delivery Manager — SC Cleared

Kainos; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital services company located in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Delivery Manager to ensure innovative digital services meet user needs and maintain quality standards. The ideal candidate must have active SC clearance and at least 3 years of experience in the UK defence sector. Responsibilities include managing client relationships, empowering teams, and achieving profitability targets. This role emphasizes a people-first culture and collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Active SC clearance is mandatory.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role with UK defence sector organizations.
• Minimum 3 years of demonstrable success delivering bespoke software projects using agile methodology.
• Strong managerial skills, both direct and indirect.
• Experience in leading strategic customer relations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Kainos' innovative digital services meet user needs and agreed outcomes.
• Empower Kainos teams to perform well and learn.
• Manage project risks and issues, escalating where appropriate.
• Motivate teams to create a positive and creative culture.
• Support future growth by working with Sales and Account Leads.

Skills

Strong managerial skills

Proven experience in staffing and allocating manpower

Strong commercial awareness

Excellent interpersonal skills

Highly flexible

Job description

A digital services company located in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Delivery Manager to ensure innovative digital services meet user needs and maintain quality standards. The ideal candidate must have active SC clearance and at least 3 years of experience in the UK defence sector. Responsibilities include managing client relationships, empowering teams, and achieving profitability targets. This role emphasizes a people-first culture and collaborative team environment.