Senior IT Service Manager for Government Digital Services

DWP Digital

West Midlands

Hybrid

GBP 52,151 - 63,740

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements
Generous leave package starting at 26 days
Civil service pension with employer contributions
Time off for volunteering
Professional development opportunities
Employee discounts and savings

Job summary

A leading government digital services provider is seeking a Senior IT Service Manager to lead complex service migrations. This role involves coordinating transitions from legacy systems to modern solutions, ensuring minimal disruption to services used by millions. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in IT leadership, integration technologies, and service management frameworks. A competitive salary and flexible working arrangements are offered, with opportunities for professional development and a positive work culture.

Qualifications

  • You will lead the safe transition from legacy systems to modern strategic services.
  • Ensure migrations happen smoothly with minimal disruption to live services.
  • Drive innovation and continuous improvement in service support processes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the migration of integration customers from legacy products.
  • Coordinate service transitions with other government departments.
  • Oversee resources across projects, service teams, and suppliers.

Skills

Working knowledge with Networks
Application Support
Agile Delivery Squads
Experience delivering complex IT programmes
Detailed knowledge of integration technologies
Strong experience with Service Management Frameworks

Education

ITIL4 or equivalent service management qualifications

Job description

A leading government digital services provider is seeking a Senior IT Service Manager to lead complex service migrations. This role involves coordinating transitions from legacy systems to modern solutions, ensuring minimal disruption to services used by millions. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in IT leadership, integration technologies, and service management frameworks. A competitive salary and flexible working arrangements are offered, with opportunities for professional development and a positive work culture.
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