Technical Transition Manager
14 hours ago
Barnet
Sheer Jobs is seeking a skilled Technical Transition Manager to lead the technical elements of a major IT transition programme. The role will manage the transfer of IT systems and services from a long-term outsourced provider to a hybrid delivery model, ensuring continuity, security, and value for money. You will work closely with internal teams, incumbent and new suppliers, and business stakeholders to deliver a smooth, secure, and efficient transition. Key Responsibilities • Lead technical planning and delivery of IT service transitions, including system migrations, data transfers, and supplier onboarding., • Develop and maintain detailed transition plans, tracking milestones, dependencies, risks, and mitigation actions., • Ensure all transitions meet service level agreements, security standards, and architectural principles., • Act as technical lead for supplier and stakeholder management, supporting contract exit and service handovers., • Provide governance, risk management, and assurance throughout the transition period., • Deliver technical oversight and assurance, ensuring solutions are secure, fit for purpose, and aligned to future service models., • Design and oversee testing, business readiness, and knowledge transfer activities for new digital processes., • Ensure compliance with relevant policies, standards, and regulatory requirements, including security, data protection, and resilience. Essential Experience & Skills • Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional IT experience., • Professional certification in project, programme, or service management (e.g., PRINCE2, MSP, ITIL, Agile)., • Relevant technical or cloud certifications (e.g., Microsoft, AWS, or equivalent)., • Significant experience managing complex IT service/system transitions, including outsourced providers., • Proven ability to plan and deliver system migrations, service handovers, or technology replacements., • Experience managing multiple stakeholders, including technical teams, suppliers, and business units., • Excellent planning, organisation, and communication skills, with the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical audiences., • Strong understanding of IT service delivery, infrastructure, applications, systems integration, and risk management. Desirable Experience • Experience within local government or wider public sector environments., • Knowledge of hybrid IT delivery models (in-house, outsourced, cloud-based)., • Experience in contract exit, service insourcing, or supplier onboarding., • Familiarity with public sector IT standards, policies, and regulatory requirements. Why Apply This is a high-profile role for a technically proficient and strategically minded professional to deliver a critical IT transition, ensuring continuity, compliance, and operational excellence