IT Service Manager (ServiceNow) Role
Job posting done by Sheralynn Tjioe, Technology Recruitment at Kerry Consulting
Email: sr@kerryconsulting.com
Our Client is a leading leading stable firm.
We are looking for a Service Management Manager. This role will focus on ensuring high-quality delivery of IT services in the APAC region by implementing Global Service Management principles.
Key responsibilities include managing various ITSM processes such as Incident Management, Request Management, Change Management, Problem Management, Catalogue Management, Major Incident Management, Service Integration, and Hardware Asset and Configuration Management, all while adhering to global standards.
The role requires a flexible approach, particularly during the APAC start of day, to address service escalations that demand immediate attention. Availability for evening and weekend on-call support may also be required. The ideal candidate will collaborate effectively with both local and global teams and must possess strong vendor management skills in a multi-vendor environment, along with excellent communication skills for engaging with business users.
The Service Management Lead will design, manage, and onboard services and processes through Continual Service Improvement, contributing to both formal projects and daily operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee ITSM processes and services across the APAC region.
- Monitor SLA compliance for all incidents and requests, identifying trends with operation leads.
- Conduct investigations for problem management and drive resolutions.
- Manage major incidents during the APAC time zone.
- Facilitate the onboarding of new services for production support.
- Ensure adherence to change management processes and drive improvements.
- Administer ITSM tools, maintaining up-to-date dashboards, service catalogues, and CMDB.
- Promote adherence to Global IT Service Management standards while adapting them to regional needs.
- Collaborate with global teams, functional owners, and vendors for consistent service delivery.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality.
- Develop governance materials and represent IT in business discussions.
- Manage vendor relationships in a multi-vendor context.
Qualifications and Experience
- Experience in a mission-critical environment.
- Background in financial services or regulated industries.
- Advanced knowledge of ITIL Service Operation processes and a general understanding of the ITIL framework.
- At least 3 years in a Service Management role.
- Familiarity with a broad range of infrastructure and end-user technologies.
- Understanding of infrastructure and application architecture.
- Experience in managing major incidents, SLA management, problem management, change management, and vendor management.
- Proficiency with the ServiceNow toolset.
- Positive attitude with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective teamwork.
- Flexibility to accommodate on-call responsibilities during evenings and weekends.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multitask.
- Capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and take ownership of tasks.
- Willingness to challenge existing processes for better user experience.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Experience in a matrix-managed environment.
- Ability to collaborate across time zones and share information effectively.
- Attention to detail and an inquisitive mindset.
- Strong vendor management skills.
Desirable Attributes
- Understanding of fund management and related processes.
- Previous experience in a Service Management capacity.
- Familiarity with application packages relevant to the asset management sector.
- Exposure to various technologies, including Wintel, databases, networking, cloud, and enterprise storage solutions.
Personal Attributes
- Team-oriented with the ability to work across cultures and time zones.
- Detail-oriented and committed to providing innovative service.
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
- Adaptable and capable of performing under pressure.
- Eager to learn and open to training opportunities.
To Apply:
For a confidential discussion regarding your next Technology role, please submit your resume (in MS Word format) to Sheralynn Tjioe at sr@kerryconsulting.com, quoting the job title. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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