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Service Manager

Job in Bristol, Bristol County, BS1, England, UK
Listing for: Sanderson Government and Defence
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-17
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Operations Manager, Business Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 GBP Yearly GBP 65000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Service Manager We are working alongside a large technology firm seeking an experienced Service Manager to join the organisation. This is a key role focused on owning BAU services, driving cost optimisation, and ensuring SLA/KPI compliance within a secure, mission-critical environment. You'll act as the single service owner, working within a Dev Sec Ops  and Agile model , coordinating continuous service improvements and providing clear direction across teams.

What you'll be doing:
Owning BAU service delivery and meeting contractual SLAs Driving cost optimisation and service improvements Ensuring Run teams understand client deliverables and priorities Leading daily stand-ups and managing escalations Ensuring Business Continuity Plans are in place and aligned with client BCPs What you'll bring:
Strong service ownership mindset with the ability to work in complex client environments Confidence operating under pressure and navigating ambiguity Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills A proactive, results-driven attitude with a passion for change and improvement Willingness to travel to client meetings when required Desirable experience:
Vendor, financial, risk and change management Performance metrics, negotiation and conflict resolution Trusted advisor approach with strong customer focus Ideally a sole British national

What we offer:

Competitive salary and pension scheme Select benefits (private healthcare, gym membership, childcare vouchers & more) Perks at Work discounts Recognition programmes, incentives and regular social events Reasonable Adjustments:
Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
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