Transition Manager

Transition Manager
Location: UK Remote
Duration: Initial 6-month contract
Inside IR35: £500.00 - £550.00

Clearance: Active UK SC security clearance, sole UK national

Our client, a leading organisation in the UK, is hiring a highly skilled Transition Manager to lead large-scale service transitions end-to-end. This role involves designing innovative solutions, managing service transfers from incumbent providers, and ensuring operational excellence while meeting client expectations. You will develop strategic plans, manage complex environments, and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including at board level.

What you'll be doing:
. Lead service transition projects, developing viable plans, costs, and risk assessments.
. Manage the transfer of services, maintaining service levels throughout.
. Ensure projects meet deadlines, budgets, and quality standards.
. Build and lead delivery teams to achieve business objectives.
. Develop and nurture strategic partnerships, shaping client expectations and growing project portfolios.
. Operate effectively in complex, political environments, representing the organisation confidently.

What you'll bring:
. Proven experience managing large-scale service transitions across multiple projects and sectors such as Cloud, Data, Infrastructure, Cyber Security, and Service Management.
. Strong leadership skills, with experience managing teams of 25+ and multiple vendors.
. Industry-recognised project management certification.
. Knowledge of international delivery models and multi-stream services.
. Flexibility in work arrangements and experience working outside the UK is advantageous.
. Active UK SC security clearance, sole UK national.

Additional requirements:
. Ability to work across diverse environments, demonstrating innovation, risk management, and continuous improvement.
. Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable organisation on a meaningful contract, contributing to impactful projects. We are committed to inclusive recruitment and welcome applications from all candidates who meet the criteria.

Apply now to be part of this exciting journey!

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