We’re looking for a Service Delivery Manager to join the Service Management team. You will be reporting into the Chief Technology Officer, the Service Delivery Manager will ensure services are delivered seamlessly to both internal and external customers and partners. This role will partner the rest of the IT team by helping align and embed the right practices, processes, tools, roles and responsibilities.
Employment type: Permanent
Location: AutoProtect MBI, Warwick House, Roydon Rd, Harlow, Essex, CM19 5DY
Working pattern: 37.5 hours per week
The role
The key responsibilities you could be looking after include:
* Ensure the Team effectively provides Incident and Response service for APG’s Platforms and Applications.
* Ensure team members communicate the progress of Incidents effectively in accordance with the agreed SLA.
* Define, Manage and Improve the operating procedures and standards for the team.
* Manage relationships with key third party providers ensuring that the service they provide is in line with APG’s requirements and delivered to a high quality.
* Ensure operating procedures and standards are upheld by all team members.
* Evaluate performance of team members and provide regular feedback.
* Carry out regular 1-1’s, and develop and manage team members appraisal and training plans.
* Coordinate incidents of both your team members but also cross functional teams through to resolution.
* Proactively seek opportunities to provide a continuously improving support service through process improvement, self service or automation.
* Establish and maintain excellent relationships with stakeholders and act as first level escalation.
* Ensure that a Knowledge Base is well maintained and that team members consult with, in order to resolve and manage incidents and service requests to achieve the team SLA’s.
* Participate in the Duty Manager rota and act as an escalation point out of hours for any major incidents.
* Contribute to the maturity of APG’s ITSM processes.
* Track, review Service metrics and provide meaningful reports to management with a focus on being operationally excellent.
* Other reasonable duties as required.
Our ideal candidate
Skills and competencies
* Excellent communication skills across all organisational and technical boundaries.
* The ability to listen effectively, understanding technical information clearly.
* Be known for taking ‘ownership’ of tasks, problems and incidents.
* Comfortable with ITSM tools such as ServiceNow and Jira.
* Excellent team and organisational skills, including the ability to host meetings, plan and manage resources (and suppliers) and ensure deadlines are met.
* Keep up to date with ITSM standard and processes within the industry.
Personal attributes:
* Self disciplined
* The ability to coordinate team members to resolve complex problems.
* Attention to detail.
* The ability and willingness to communicate.
* Dedicated to continuously improving service.
* Passion for providing exceptional service.
Essential Knowledge and Experience
Essential:
* Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word)
* Previous experience in team leading / line management
* Solid IT technical knowledge
* Previous experience in a customer facing / customer service / Service Management roles.
Preferred:
* ITIL V4.0 Foundation qualified
* Understanding of IT operations including Applications, Infrastructure Environment and Service Desks
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for work permits. Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK.
Join the AutoProtect Group and Shape the Future
Are you ready to be part of an innovative company that's transforming the automotive industry? At AutoProtect Group, we are dedicated to providing products, platforms, and services that empower vehicle retailers, manufacturers, finance lenders, and brokers. Our solutions simplify operations and boost profitability, while our award-winning customer service ensures a smooth experience for users.
Our diverse business includes four key branches:
* AutoProtect: Recognised for its outstanding warranties and value-added insurance products.
* Shine!: Our expert, BSI Kitemarke and carbon neutral mobile vehicle repair network.
* DealTrak: A cutting-edge software platform connecting automotive finance providers with their customers.
* iComply: Specialised compliance consultancy serving the automotive sector.
We offer our products directly to consumers through online sales channels, ensuring affordability and accessibility. With an agile, efficient team, we're well-positioned to respond to market demands and introduce new products when the time is right. Our mission is to sustain our impressive growth for years to come, and we invite you to be a part of our journey.
Please note we are not working with agencies at this time.