IT Service Delivery Manager (Defence)

Positiv+ Cohort; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Positiv+ Cohort in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced IT Service Delivery Manager to lead defence IT services, ensuring high-quality delivery, adherence to SLAs/KPIs, and regulatory compliance. The role requires active SC Clearance and British nationality, with responsibility for team leadership, budget management, and governance across complex service delivery environments.

You will drive incident/problem/change management, engage senior stakeholders, and pursue continuous IT service

Qualifications

• Extensive experience delivering IT services in Defence or other highly regulated environments.
• Strong ITIL background with knowledge of SLAs and KPIs.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Solid understanding of incident, problem, and change management processes.
• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and clients, aligning delivery with needs.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset with focus on continuous improvement.
• Experience with governance and reporting requirements.
• Active SC Clearance and British nationality preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of IT services to meet operational and strategic goals with SLAs/KPIs.
• Engage stakeholders, ensuring service delivery aligns with expectations.
• Oversee incident and problem resolution, driving preventive actions.
• Drive service improvements and root-cause analysis.
• Oversee change management in Defence-sector environments.
• Ensure compliance with defence regulations and security protocols.
• Lead and mentor a team of IT professionals.
• Manage budgets and allocate resources for service delivery.
• Provide regular performance and governance reports to senior management.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and governance records.

Skills

ITIL

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Incident & problem management

Change management

Budget & resource management

Reporting

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Degree in Computer Science/IT/Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Service Delivery Manager to join our team in the Defence sector. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality IT services to support critical defence operations. This role requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and the ability to manage complex service delivery requirements within a highly regulated environment. The candidate must hold an active SC Clearance and be a British national.

Key Responsibilities:

• Service Delivery Management:Lead the delivery of IT services to meet both operational and strategic goals. Ensure that service levels (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) are achieved.
• Client and Stakeholder Engagement:Serve as the main point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring that service delivery aligns with customer expectations. Foster strong relationships with defence sector clients and internal teams.
• Incident and Problem Management:Oversee the effective resolution of IT incidents and problems, ensuring minimal disruption to service. Proactively identify areas for improvement and implement preventive measures.
• Service Improvement:Continuously assess the IT service delivery process and implement improvements that enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and customer satisfaction. Lead root cause analysis for service delivery issues and define corrective actions.
• Change Management:Ensure that changes to the IT environment are implemented smoothly with minimal disruption to service. Oversee the change management process, ensuring compliance with Defence sector standards.
• Compliance and Governance:Ensure that all service delivery activities are fully compliant with defence sector regulations, security protocols, and relevant legal and contractual requirements.
• Team Leadership:Manage and lead a team of IT professionals, providing mentorship, performance management, and career development opportunities. Ensure that the team is equipped with the right skills and tools to deliver quality service.
• Budget and Resource Management:Oversee the allocation of resources and manage the budget for IT service delivery. Ensure that service delivery is cost-effective and within agreed financial constraints.
• Reporting and Documentation:Prepare regular reports for senior management and clients, outlining service performance, incident reports, and service improvements. Ensure that all documentation is up to date and in compliance with governance standards.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in managing IT service delivery within the Defence sector or other highly regulated environments.
• Strong technical background in IT service management, with in-depth knowledge of frameworks such as ITIL.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team to deliver high-quality results.
• Solid understanding of incident, problem, and change management processes.
• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and clients, building strong relationships and understanding their needs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Experience with service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a high level of attention to detail.
• A proactive and organised approach to managing tasks and priorities.

Qualifications:

• Relevant Certifications:ITIL v3 or ITIL 4 Foundation (desired), Prince2 or similar project management qualification (desired).
• Degree:A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field is preferred but not essential.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to work on mission-critical projects that impact national security.
• A supportive environment fostering professional growth and development.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies in the IT field.