IT Service Manager
SmartSourcing Ltd
Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom
5 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Compensation
£ 67KJob location
Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom
Tech stack
SC Clearance
ServiceNow
Job description
- Lead and manage the IT Service Desk team, ensuring high performance and customer satisfaction
- Own and improve ITIL-based IT Service Management processes across the lifecycle
- Maintain the Service Portfolio and Catalogue, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Act as Change Manager, balancing efficiency with risk mitigation
- Coordinate Major Incident Reviews and implement corrective actions
- Monitor SLAs, customer feedback, and drive continuous improvement
- Support service transition for new or changed IT services
- Deliver ITSM training and guidance to staff and contractors
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of IT Service Management lifecycle and processes
- Proven experience implementing and improving ITSM practices
- ITIL certification (Foundation and Intermediate essential; Expert desirable)
- Familiarity with ITSM tools (e.g., HaloITSM, Service Now) and telephony solutions (e.g., RingCentral)
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills
- Ability to manage change and work across all organisational levels
- Full UK driving licence essential
- Eligibility for SC clearance (minimum 5 years UK residency)
About the company
We are a leading provider of Facilities Management services, located near Salisbury, Wiltshire. We offer a competitive salary of £67K plus a car allowance and additional benefits. In this hybrid role, you will work 2-3 days per week on-site, supporting critical operations and technology needs for our business and customers. As a Disability Confident Employer, we promote diversity and are committed to equality and inclusion for all.