Service Architect

Service Architect

Temporary 43500 - 74500 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Henderson Scott

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the design and implementation of innovative service models for satellite connectivity.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of satellite technology.
  • Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Exciting contract role with potential for significant career advancement.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in transforming service delivery for cutting-edge satellite solutions.
  • Qualifications: Experience in service architecture and strong leadership skills required.

The predicted salary is between 43500 - 74500 £ per year.

Salary: £43,500 - 74,500 per year

Requirements

  • Proven track record as a Service Architect or Service Designer delivering Service Design Packages (SDPs)
  • Experience designing ServiceNow-aligned processes and multi-supplier service models
  • Experience leading project-to-BAU transitions
  • Active SC Clearance
  • Desirable: background in satellite, WAN, or complex connectivity infrastructure
  • Desirable: experience within UK Government or heavily regulated environments
  • Desirable: NOC integration expertise

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, implementation, and BAU transition of an end-to-end service wrap for LEO satellite connectivity
  • Design end-to-end service models, Service Design Packages (SDPs), service blueprints, and L1-L4 support paths aligned with ITIL and ServiceNow
  • Oversee device take-on, ServiceNow integration and workflows, service rehearsal activities, and support team training for Service Desk and NOC
  • Define multi-supplier operating models, performance interfaces, and commercial governance frameworks across external vendors and internal entities
  • Establish SLA, OLA, and KPI frameworks, user experience metrics, and alignment with Secure by Design principles and formal approval gates
  • Deliver target state service models, full SDP, ServiceNow-aligned process flows, multi-supplier governance framework, estate take-on strategy, and SLA/KPI reporting frameworks with a continuous service improvement roadmap

Technologies

  • Architect
  • Support
  • ITIL
  • ServiceNow

We are seeking an experienced Service Architect to support a hybrid role based in London, working two days per week onsite. This is a contract opportunity at £650 per day via umbrella, and active SC Clearance is required. You will help transition fragmented deployments into a scalable, centrally governed operating model for Low Earth Orbit satellite connectivity, working across service design, transition, supplier governance, performance assurance, and continuous improvement.

Service Architect employer: Henderson Scott

Henderson Scott is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Glasgow that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development and a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. Join us to be part of a team that values effective communication and impactful delivery in the realm of systems integration.

Henderson Scott

Contact Details:

Henderson Scott Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Service Architect

Service Design
ServiceNow
ITIL
Project Management
Multi-Supplier Service Models
BAU Transition
SLA and KPI Frameworks