Senior Configuration Management Leader | Strategy & Governance

Babcock International; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the United Kingdom is seeking a Principal Configuration Manager to shape the future of configuration management. This strategic role will involve building a world-class Service Delivery Team, ensuring alignment with industry best practices, and managing relationships across key business units. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in complex, regulated industries and demonstrate strong leadership capabilities. Competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to a Digital GP

Employee share scheme

Holiday Trading benefit

Excellent development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading configuration management functions within complex, regulated industries.
• Demonstrated success in building and scaling teams and services.
• Deep understanding of configuration management principles and standards.

Responsibilities

• Shape the future of Configuration Management by designing and leading a world-class Service Delivery Team.
• Partner with senior leaders to influence demand planning.
• Set the standard for configuration management through industry best practices.

Skills

Leadership in configuration management

Stakeholder engagement

Understanding of engineering lifecycle

Building and scaling teams

Education

Formal engineering qualifications (Level 5 or higher)

CMII or CMPIC certification

Job description

A leading defense contractor in the United Kingdom is seeking a Principal Configuration Manager to shape the future of configuration management. This strategic role will involve building a world-class Service Delivery Team, ensuring alignment with industry best practices, and managing relationships across key business units. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in complex, regulated industries and demonstrate strong leadership capabilities. Competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements are available.