Product Service Manager
Division – Data, Technology & Innovation
Department – Technology Resilience
Salary - Salary - National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from £52,400 to £76,000 and London from £57,700 to £84,000 per annum (salary offered will be based on skills and experience)
About the FCA
The FCA regulates the conduct of 45,000 firms in the UK to ensure our financial markets are honest, fair and competitive. Follow this link to find out more
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What will you be doing?
Data, Technology and Innovation (DTI) is leveraging state-of-the-art data & digital capabilities to deliver innovation in regulation. We utilise data science and intelligence gathering to proactively identify and intervene to prevent harm and protect consumers.
As part of our Agile journey, we have formed Product Groups that combine our Delivery and Service functions.
We’re looking for an experienced Product Service Manager to join our Security Product Group within Technology Resilience. You’ll take end-to-end accountability for enterprise security products across the FCA, ensuring stable, high-quality cyber security services that protect our critical operations

You will thrive in complex, multi-vendor environments and make a real impact on financial regulation

• Manage relationships with third-party security suppliers to meet contractual service levels
• Oversee service delivery processes while ensuring compliance with technology standards
• Lead initiatives to continuously improve service quality and operational efficiency
• Maintain accurate documentation for all supported security components
• Foster strong connections with stakeholders, business units and external partners
• Identify and manage risks within Cyber Security service areas
• Respond to major incidents and SLA risks, coordinating effective resolution
• Support the advancement of service frameworks using Agile and DevOps practices

What will you get from the role?

• We thrive in small, cross-functional teams that are self-organising and empowered to make decisions balancing delivery of meaningful outcomes with a positive team spirit
• Our approach values working intelligently and efficiently, so long hours aren’t part of the culture
• We take pride in the purpose behind our work, knowing we’re making a genuine difference to those who rely on our services
• Autonomy is key, we hire individuals for their expertise and trust them to deliver without micro-management
• We value individuals who lead by example and demonstrate strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to bring out the best in others
• We champion creativity and innovation, giving teams the freedom to experiment and shape their own ways of working

Which skills are required?
We are a Disability Confident Employer; therefore, disabled people or individuals with long-term conditions who best meet the minimum criteria for a role will go through to the next stage of the recruitment process. (To learn more about the Disability Confident Scheme
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Minimum

• Experience of delivering service integration and management within a complex operating model and multi-sourced IT supply chain for business-critical environments
• Experience of managing suppliers in alignment with commercial framework agreements
• Experience of applying Project Management methodologies and/or Agile DevOps practices in a dynamic and collaborative setting

Essential

• Experience applying evidence-based approaches to enhance quality management and identify service delivery improvements through meaningful data insights
• Skilled in managing delivery expectations through strong communication, effective coordination, and collaborative stakeholder engagement
• Proven track record in overseeing critical and confidential services within secure operating environments
• Advanced expertise in SIAM service management frameworks, practices, and technologies (e.g. ServiceNow), supported by ITIL V3 certifications in Intermediate Service Operations and Service Lifecycle Management / Expert
• Extensive experience in applying service management disciplines throughout both the development lifecycle and live service environments
• Strong problem-solving ability, with success in leading the resolution of service-related escalations and operational issues in close partnership with cross-functional teams
• Practical experience in risk management approaches, including Management of Risk (MoR), and in translating complex technical issues for non-technical stakeholders across the organisation

Our Values & Diversity
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and our ambition is to cultivate a culture for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences and similarities enable us to be a better organisation – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better regulation.
Within the workplace you will have access to various employee resource groups which aim to promote and achieve a healthy work / life balance and support our diversity ambitions.
Did you know? 50% of our Executive Committee were the first in their family to attend university.

Benefits of working at the FCA

• 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working (work from home up to 60% of your time)
• Private healthcare with Bupa
• A non-contributory Pension of at least 8% of basic salary each month (there are several contribution levels that increase depending on your age – up to 12% a month once you reach age 35)
• Life assurance of eight times your basic salary
• Income protection

We also have a competitive flexible benefits scheme which gives you the opportunity to create a personalised benefits package, tailored to suit your lifestyle.
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Application Support
We are dedicated to removing barriers and ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible.
If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition requiring changes to the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter using the details below and they will be happy to discuss this further with you.

Useful Information and Timeline

• This role is graded as: Senior Associate – Regulatory
• SC Clearance is required for this role (SC Guidance) – you will hold or will be required to obtain Security Check (SC) level vetting
• Advert Closing Date: 21st July (please send your applications by 11:59 July 20th)
• CV Review/Shortlist: W/C 21st July
• Interviews: W/C 28th July

Your Recruiter will discuss the process in detail with you during screening for the role, therefore, please make them aware if you are going to be unavailable for any date during this time.
Got a question?
If you are interested in learning more about the role, please contact:
benjamin.paulon@fca.org.uk
Applications must be submitted through our online portal. Applications sent via email will not be accepted

You will thrive in complex, multi-vendor environments and make a real impact on financial regulation

• Manage relationships with third-party security suppliers to meet contractual service levels
• Oversee service delivery processes while ensuring compliance with technology standards
• Lead initiatives to continuously improve service quality and operational efficiency
• Maintain accurate documentation for all supported security components
• Foster strong connections with stakeholders, business units and external partners
• Identify and manage risks within Cyber Security service areas
• Respond to major incidents and SLA risks, coordinating effective resolution
• Support the advancement of service frameworks using Agile and DevOps practice

What will you get from the role?

• We thrive in small, cross-functional teams that are self-organising and empowered to make decisions balancing delivery of meaningful outcomes with a positive team spirit
• Our approach values working intelligently and efficiently, so long hours aren’t part of the culture
• We take pride in the purpose behind our work, knowing we’re making a genuine difference to those who rely on our services
• Autonomy is key, we hire individuals for their expertise and trust them to deliver without micro-management
• We value individuals who lead by example and demonstrate strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to bring out the best in others
• We champion creativity and innovation, giving teams the freedom to experiment and shape their own ways of workin