Head of Operational Excellence Salary: £75,000-£80,000 per annum
Location: Remote-first, with travel to the Nottingham office and customer sites as required
Employment Type: Permanent
Security Clearance: Active SC clearance preferred. Candidates without current clearance must be eligible and willing to undergo UK security vetting.
The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Head of Operational Excellence to drive continuous improvement, cross-functional integration and AI-enabled business transformation within a specialist technology and security organisation.
This is a strategic leadership role focused on ensuring that business operations are efficient, consistent, secure and continuously improving. You will work closely with the Managing Director, Senior Leadership Team and functional leaders across Sales, Business Development, Engineering, Professional Services, Product, Marketing and Operations.
You will act as the organisation's operational integrator, bringing together processes, knowledge management, certifications, compliance and ways of working to improve performance and deliver measurable business value.
A key initial priority will be leading AI-enabled transformation across Sales, Commercial and Business Development, helping the organisation use its knowledge, data and expertise more effectively while maintaining the highest standards of security and governance.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement
Drive effective integration across business functions, identifying and removing duplication, inefficiencies and operational barriers.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable gains in productivity, quality and consistency.
Identify and prioritise activities that deliver the greatest value to the organisation and its customers.
Establish consistent processes, governance and performance measures across functions.
Certifications, Assurance and Compliance
Oversee the organisation's certification and accreditation portfolio, including ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 20000, ISO 22301, TickITplus, CRTF and relevant defence cyber certifications.
Maintain compliance, audit readiness and continuous improvement across applicable standards and f...
Head of Operational Excellence (SC Cleared) employer: Sanderson Government & Defence
As a PAM Consultant with our esteemed consulting client, you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and collaboration. The company offers robust employee growth opportunities, including continuous training in cutting-edge security practices, while fostering a diverse and inclusive environment that values every individual's contribution. Located in the UK, this role not only provides competitive benefits but also the chance to make a meaningful impact on clients' security postures through your expertise in Privileged Access Management.
Contact Details:
Sanderson Government & Defence Recruitment Team
