Head of IT Service Management

Head of IT Service Management Nottingham (Hybrid) £100,000 - £115,000 Package We're supporting a leading global retail business, currently undergoing a large-scale IT and business transformation, in the search for a Head of IT Service Management. This is a critical leadership position, based in Nottingham with flexible hybrid working, focused on shaping and delivering a modern, efficient ITSM strategy across the EMEA region. This role is ideal for a senior IT service leader with strong ITIL expertise, a track record of transformation, and experience operating in matrixed, multinational environments. Key Responsibilities: Lead and evolve ITSM strategy and operations across the EMEA region Drive best-practice ITIL process adoption across incident, problem, change, and request management. Oversee the implementation of a global ITSM platform. Improve first- and second-line support performance through upskilling and process optimisation. Deliver automation, self-service, and AI tools to streamline operations and improve user experience. Partner with regional IT teams, business leaders, and third-party providers to ensure consistent, value-driven service delivery. Ensure compliance with internal policies and external standards. Lead major incidents and crisis response when required. Build and lead a high-performing ITSM team with a culture of continuous improvement. Candidate Profile: 10 years of IT service management experience, with 5 years in a leadership capacity. ITIL v4 Expert certification or equivalent strongly preferred. Demonstrable success leading ITSM transformation and automation initiatives. Strong experience with enterprise ITSM platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, BMC Remedy). Excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and vendor management skills. Background working in complex, multinational businesses-retail sector experience is advantageous. Bachelor's or Master's in IT, Computer Science, or related field.

Location: Nottingham, GB

Posted Date: 5/3/2025