Deputy Director of IT Service Operations

Deputy Director of IT Service OperationsOfgemLocations - Cardiff, Glasgow, or London. (We especially welcome applicants from Cardiff and Glasgow)Hybrid 1-2 days a week onsiteUp to £117,000 SCS1Please note: Appointment is subject to successful security clearance before commencement of role, with a willingness to undertake DV clearance once in post.Could you thrive at the forefront of transforming technology within the energy sector?Ofgem, Great Britain’s independent energy regulator, is looking for a Deputy Director of IT Service Operations to lead the delivery of secure, resilient and user-centred IT services that underpin our vital regulatory mission.This is a high-profile leadership opportunity with significant scope to shape the future of digital operations at a nationally critical organisation. You will provide strategic and operational leadership across Ofgem’s enterprise IT services, ensuring they continuously evolve to meet organisational needs and deliver measurable outcomes.You will lead four core capabilities:Service Design and Transition,Service Management,Service Desk andEnd User Computing (EUC).A particular focus will be on the strategic leadership of EUC, modernising the digital workplace and ensuring colleagues have seamless, secure and high-performing access to the technology they need.The role combines strategic oversight with delivery accountability. You will champion innovation, lead transformation across the live service portfolio, strengthen operational governance and embed a culture of continual improvement, aligned to ITIL principles and Ofgem’s strategic priorities.About youWe are looking for an experienced digital and technology leader who can demonstrate:Strategic Leadership & Service VisionProven and extensive ability to set and lead the strategic direction for IT Service Operations, aligning delivery with organisational goals and translating vision into measurable outcomes. This will be demonstrated across a variety of enterprise scale operations, covering the full range of Digital Services (i.e. End User Compute, Data, Applications etc).Operational Excellence & Service ImprovementDemonstrable experience in leading large-scale service delivery, service introduction and transformation, including implementation of ITIL-aligned frameworks, governance controls, and continuous improvement initiatives. Extensive experience of introducing, operating and refining services will be required across a broad range of Digital, Data and Security Services.End User Computing & Digital Workplace LeadershipStrong track record in managing and evolving EUC services at scale (at least 1500 users), ensuring secure, reliable, and user-centred access to digital tools and technologies.Stakeholder Engagement & Commercial AcumenExcellent communication and influencing skills, with experience in managing large budgets, Enterprise-wide vendor relationships, and building trust across senior stakeholders.Procurement & Commercial AwarenessKnowledge or experience of civil service procurement processes, including tendering, contract management, and commercial negotiations for IT services.Budget and Financial ManagementKnowledge or experience of budget/financial management for Digital services, including the basic accounting treatments for the various types of IT services/contracts/assets. In terms of scale, you will be able to demonstrate multi-million-pound direct budget accountability.About OfgemOur Digital, Data and Security Services (DDSS) directorate has a critical role in delivering secure, resilient and user-centred enterprise IT services that support Ofgem’s regulatory mission and enable innovation in digital public services.This is an opportunity to make a tangible difference at a time when security, privacy, resilience and effective digital services are increasingly important to the organisation and the wider energy sector.In return, you’ll join a high-performing, purpose-driven leadership team and benefit from excellent Civil Service pension arrangements, generous leave and flexible working options.Please note: subject to consultation, the role may be expanded to include responsibility for estates management and may subsequently be renamed Deputy Director of IT and Estates Service Operations.If you would like to discuss the opportunity or find out more, please contact Lauren O’Brien on 020 8253 1806 or emailOfgem-ITSO@global-resourcing.com