Service Delivery Director

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Service Delivery Director to lead delivery across a high-profile, mission-critical defence programme. This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for end-to-end service delivery, financial performance, and customer outcomes within a secure MOD environment.

You will operate at a strategic level, driving service excellence across multiple contracts while leading a team of Service Directors and managing key customer and supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the delivery of multiple services in line with contractual SLAs and KPIs
  • Own full P&L accountability, ensuring commercial performance and cost optimisation
  • Drive continual service improvement through structured Service Improvement Plans
  • Provide governance for service transition and acceptance into live environments
  • Manage and develop high-performing service delivery teams
  • Build strong partnerships with MOD stakeholders and external suppliers
  • Identify and deliver account growth and incremental revenue opportunities
  • Ensure effective risk management, supplier governance, and operational control

Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience operating at Service Delivery Director / Head of Service level
  • Strong background within MOD / defence or highly secure environments
  • Deep understanding of ITIL-based service management frameworks
  • Demonstrable commercial ownership (P&L, cost control, revenue growth)
  • Experience managing complex, multi-supplier service environments
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to operate at both executive and operational levels
  • Familiarity with Agile delivery environments

Why Apply?

  • Lead delivery on a high-impact national security programme
  • Operate within a senior leadership team shaping strategic outcomes
  • Opportunity to influence service transformation, innovation, and growth
  • Work in a stable, long-term defence environment with clear visibility of pipeline

Next Steps

If you are a senior service leader with experience in secure or defence programmes, we would welcome a confidential discussion.

Please apply or send your most up-to-date CV to learn more.

Job Details

Company
Reed
Location
Basingstoke, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Temporary
Salary
£850 - £1,000 per day, Inc benefits
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