IT Service Transition Lead

4715079
  • Job type

    Contract
  • Location

    London
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Leadership
  • Industry

    Technology & Internet Services
  • Pay

    Up to £600 per day (Inside IR35)

IT Service Transition Lead – ITSM, ITIL, Financial/Insurance

IT Service Transition Lead – ITSM, ITIL, Financial/Insurance
6-Month contract
Up to £600 per day (Inside IR35)
Hybrid working / London

I am currently recruiting for a leading Insurance provider who are looking for an IT Service Transition Lead to manage an effective and seamless transition of new IT services into live operational use.

Must-haves for the role
  • Hands-on experience in IT Service Management and IT Operations, with deep expertise in Service Design and Transition.
  • Proven track record in leading Service Transition initiatives and other key ITSM functions.
  • Certified in ITIL 4, with extensive practical application of ITIL principles across diverse operational frameworks.
  • Skilled in producing comprehensive service documentation, including SLAs, support models, and operational guides.
  • Successfully led and delivered complex, large-scale Service Transition programs involving multiple integrated applications.
  • Familiar with managing services within intricate IT environments, supporting 24/7 operations and navigating regulatory compliance (preferred).
  • Strong service-oriented mindset, committed to continuous improvement and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
  • Experienced in matrix-managed organisations, collaborating with cross-functional teams, contractors, and third-party vendors.
  • Solid industry background in the financial services and insurance sectors.

Nice to have
  • Immediate availability
  • Flexibility to travel to multiple sites.


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