Transition Manager

iO Associates; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking an experienced Transition Manager for a 12-month contract in Birmingham. The role involves leading supplier transitions, ensuring service continuity while implementing ITIL best practices. Ideal candidates will have a strong track record in transition management and supplier onboarding.

Qualifications

• Strong track record as a Transition Manager or similar role within complex service environments.
• Proven experience in supplier onboarding, transition, and exit management.
• Deep knowledge of ITIL practices and service management maturity models.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end transition lifecycle, from planning through execution.
• Develop and maintain transition and cutover plans ensuring business continuity.
• Oversee service knowledge transfer, process handovers, and operational readiness.

Skills

Transition Management

Supplier Onboarding

ITIL Practices

Service Management Maturity

Job description

Overview

Contract Opportunity - Transition Manager
Birmingham (1 day/week onsite) | £585/day Inside IR35 | 12-month contract

We're looking for an experienced Transition Manager to lead a major supplier transition and drive Service Management Maturity improvements. You'll oversee onboarding, knowledge transfer, and ensure smooth service continuity while embedding ITIL best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end transition lifecycle, from planning through execution.
• Develop and maintain transition and cutover plans ensuring business continuity.
• Oversee service knowledge transfer, process handovers, and operational readiness.

Requirements

• Strong track record as a Transition Manager or similar role within complex service environments.
• Proven experience in supplier onboarding, transition, and exit management.
• Deep knowledge of ITIL practices and service management maturity models.