Service Asset Configuration Manager
Service Asset Configuration Manager
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Job Description
Business Unit: Technology Operations & Cyber Security
Salary range:per annum DOE benefits
Location: UK Hybrid with occasional travel to Glasgow / Gosforth hubs
Contract type: Permanent - Full Time
Live to inspire change. Live a life more Virgin
Our Team
The world is changing and so are we. That is why we are a home for the courageous. We reward those who push themselves but we know you would do it anyway. You are naturally curious ambitious and brave. You want to do big things and we have the roles to make that happen.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within IT Service Management for a manager to pick up the operational responsibility & drive strategic thinking for the Service Asset & Configuration Management (SACM) Team as a people leader leading and inspiring them to deliver the best user experience whilst following auditable processes and ISO 10007 ISO 19770-1 and ITIL standards.
Youll get the opportunity to shape and implement future strategy and ensure the function continues to meet the needs of a growing ever-changing business. You will be responsible for the leadership and direction of the SACM Team: Configuration Management (CM) as well as Hardware Asset Management (HAM) and Software Asset Management/License Management (SAM).
The role will need the manager to work in conjunction with multiple business units across Business areas IT Development & Change and Support pools to ensure effective governance controls and policies are communicated implemented and continually improved and will support them in the day to day running of the business area to ensure we meet our SACM commitments.
The role requires the successful candidate to lead a team of Configuration Management specialists as well as Hardware Asset Management & Software Asset Management/License Management specialists to provide first class service utilising ITIL & ISO standards whilst providing support for all of VMs Banking areas in relation to the fundamental Configuration Management Database within ServiceNow whilst developing & maintaining operational processes for both the Hardware and Software Asset Management functions.
What youll be doing
- Influence engage and be an active and effective member of the TOCS extended Leadership Team.
- Leading and inspiring the SACM Team to enable effective delivery encouraging a high achievement culture and role modelling Great Leadership and demonstrating VMs Purpose values and behaviours.
- Effective management of Software and Hardware Asset Management controls including asset monitoring compliance cost oversight and reporting as well as Configuration Management controls to identify control report control and validate the Configuration Management Database (CMDB).
- Leading conversations across the area on asset cost saving initiatives leadership of cost challenge initiatives and their delivery and identifying opportunities to influence budgets and specifically third party spend to drive a more efficient organisation.
- Establishing and promoting Configuration Management processes to deliver and enrich CMDBs data interaction with other ITIL processes across TOCS and the wider organisation.
- Management of SACM control risks and managing audit items effectively.
- Raising SACM awareness and capability (knowledge skills and competence) of all colleagues across through strategic and focussed communication activities.
We need you to have
- Strong leadership and experience of People Leading at various levels with a proven track record in the development of staff.
- Understanding of commercial and people challenges and understanding of the underlying principles of continuous improvement and driving efficiencies.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyse information appropriately.
- Effective change management ability and a sound understanding of dealing with change in large organisations.
- Proven ability to balance multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Skills and knowledge in Configuration Management asset management software licensing procurement and financial planning.
Its a bonus if you have but not essential
- Knowledge of ServiceNow & Flexera toolsets for SACM is preferable.
- Knowledge of Financial Services is preferable.
Red Hot Rewards
- Generous holidays - 38.5 days annual leave (including bank holidays and prorated if part-time)plus the option to buy more.
- Up to five extra paid well-being days per year.
- 20 weeks paid gender-neutral family leave (52 weeks in total) for expectant parents and those looking to adopt.
- Market-leading pension.
- Free private medical cover income protection and life assurance.
- Flexible benefits include Cycle to Work wellness and health assessments and critical illness.
And theres no waiting around youll enjoy these benefits from day one.
If were lucky to receive a lot of interest we may close the advert early. Please ensure to submit your applications as soon as possible.
Say hello to Virgin Money
Virgin Money is so much more than just a bank. As part of theNationwide grouptogether were the UKs first full-service mutual bank serving millions of retail and business customers and all driven by our purpose; Banking but fairer more rewarding and for the good of society. With us youll be part of an organisation uniquely positioned to make a difference to the lives of customers communities and broader society and embark on a collaborative customer obsessed and fun-filled career journey. Embrace the weekdays enjoy fantastic perks and make a meaningful positive difference. Time to discover what it means to be part of the first mutual full-service banking provider.
Be yourself at Virgin Money
At Virgin Money we celebrate everyone. We have fun think big and relentlessly include each other all in pursuit of our purpose: Banking but fairer more rewarding and for the good of society.Were committed to creating an inclusive culture where colleagues feel safe and inspired to contribute speak up and be heard.
As a Disability Confident Leader were committed to removing any obstacles to inclusion. If you need any reasonable adjustments or support making your application contact our Talent Acquisition team
Please note: If we receive a high volume of eligible applications we may need to prioritise candidates whose skills and experience most closely align with the role while still ensuring fair and equitable consideration for all applicants.
Now the legal bit
Although some of our roles allow you to be based anywhere in the UK well need you to confirm you have the right to work in the UK.
If youre successful in securing a role with us there are some checks you need to complete before starting. These include credit and criminal record checks and three years worth of satisfactory references. If the role is part of the Senior Manager Regime and Certification Regime it requires enhanced pre-employment checks well ask for six years of regulatory references and once in the role youll be subject to periodic employment checks.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
