FinOps & IT Asset Leader — Cloud Spend & Strategy

DWP Digital; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department is seeking a Lead IT Asset Manager to shape and optimize its digital asset management strategy across AWS, Azure, and OCI environments. This critical role involves managing cloud contracts, enhancing financial governance, and driving collaboration with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial strategy and technical leadership. A competitive salary of up to £80,267 plus significant pension contributions is offered, along with professional development opportunities and a flexible working environment.

Benefits

28.97% employer pension contributions

Flexible working hours

Generous leave package starting at 26 days

Time off for volunteering

Interest-free loans for commuting costs

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale cloud contracts.
• Skills in financial analysis and budgeting.
• Proven ability to lead teams and influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Shape and manage DWP's digital asset strategy.
• Oversee IT Asset Management across cloud environments.
• Drive cost transparency and optimize cloud spend.

Skills

Commercial Strategy

Stakeholder Engagement

Technical Leadership

Financial Analysis

Risk Management

FinOps Tools

Tools

CloudHealth

Cloudability

AWS

Azure

OCI

Job description

A government department is seeking a Lead IT Asset Manager to shape and optimize its digital asset management strategy across AWS, Azure, and OCI environments. This critical role involves managing cloud contracts, enhancing financial governance, and driving collaboration with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial strategy and technical leadership. A competitive salary of up to £80,267 plus significant pension contributions is offered, along with professional development opportunities and a flexible working environment.