Service Management & Cyber Security Director
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer has issued visas recently
£100,000 / year
Salary
Within the market range
£86,000
Going rate
Offer clears by 1.2×
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1137 (68% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £86,000, and FORMULA E OPERATIONS LIMITED is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2135 (Cyber security professionals) or SOC 2132 (IT managers). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1137 Information technology directors Most likely code | £60,200 Clears | £68,800 Clears | £77,400 Clears | £86,000 Clears |
2135 Cyber security professionals Also possible | £34,000 Clears | £38,800 Clears | £43,700 Clears | £48,500 Clears |
2132 IT managers Also possible | £38,500 Clears | £44,000 Clears | £49,500 Clears | £55,000 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Want to accelerate your career? Electrify your potential as a Service Management & Cyber Security Director and join the fastest growing motorsport on the planet!
About Formula E:
Formula E, the world's fastest-growing sport, is redefining motorsport with a bold focus on innovation and sustainability.
Hosting over 150 races in iconic cities globally and backed by top manufacturers like Porsche, Nissan and Jaguar, we feature elite drivers and cutting-edge EV technology.
As the world's first certified B Corp sport and the first sport certified to the British Standards Institution (BSI) Net Zero Pathway. Formula E combines thrilling entertainment with a mission to advance sustainable progress, inspiring a global fanbase with our high-performance brand new GEN4 car capable of hitting speeds of 335kph and reaching 200kph in just 4.4 seconds. Currently achieving 0-100 kmh in 1.8 seconds.
Using the spectacle of sport, we are sending a powerful and meaningful message to help alter perceptions and speed-up the switch to electric mobility.
The Role:
Reporting directly to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), the Service Management and Cyber Security Director is accountable for designing, implementing, and safeguarding the technology processes that power Formula E. This dual-focus leadership role bridges technical execution with business-wide service delivery, and leading operations across IT service management, change control, problem resolution, service desk, and cybersecurity.
Key Responsibilities
Service Management & ITIL Governance: Define and execute the overarching Technology Service Management strategy across corporate, event, and broadcast environments using appropriateITIL governance frameworks.
Cyber Resilience & Security Architecture: Act as custodian of Formula E’s cybersecurity posture, protecting intellectual property, race data, corporate infrastructure, and fan data against evolving global threats.
Service Desk & Incident Management: Direct the Technology Service Desk and Incident Management functions, advancing a user-first approach and delivering top-tier support both at headquarters and trackside.
Change & Problem Control: Establish rigorous change control and problem management frameworks to maximise uptime and minimise operational risk, particularly during critical race weekends.
Compliance & Risk Assurance: Evaluate organisational risks to eliminate operational silos, ensure compliance with global data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR), and align practices with international standards like ISO 27001.
Vendor & Strategic Alignment: Manage critical third-party technology and security vendor SLAs, contributing operational insights to tech strategy, governance, and budgeting.
What we're looking for in you:
Leadership Track Record: Extensive progressive experience in technology operations, service delivery, or cybersecurity, with proven experience in a senior management or Director-level role.
High-Pressure Context: Proven senior leadership track record in technology operations and cybersecurity, with demonstrated experience directing strategy and teams in complex environments.
Technical Frameworks: Expertise in ITIL methodologies (ITIL Practitioner certification is a major plus) and modern cybersecurity standards.
Pragmatic Governance: Unshakeable integrity paired with pragmatic governance—enforcing security without compromising operational speed or event execution.
Stakeholder Diplomacy & Leadership: Exceptional communication skills to translate complex technical risks into clear business context, alongside empathetic leadership for trackside and support teams.
What's in it for you?
Annual discretionary 10% bonus
Bupa Private Medical Insurance
25 days' annual leave, Birthday day off and Wellbeing leave
Opportunity to extend your stay if travelling for a race event
Enhanced Parental Leave
Paid volunteer and carer's leave
Health Cash Plan and access to the Aviva Digital Workplace app
Flexible Bank Holidays
Cycle to Work and Electric Car Scheme
Formula E store discount
Regular social events and employee working groups
Salary starting from £100,000 per annum.
This is a hybrid role and you'll be required to do 3 days a week in our Hammersmith London office
Application Process
Think you’ve got what it takes to join our race to the future?
The closing date for this role is 21st October 2026, however if we receive a high volume of applications we may close it early.
At Formula E, we are building a culture where every voice matters, every perspective accelerates progress, and every individual is empowered to rise, contribute boldly, and shape a better world - together. We will provide equal opportunities regardless of an individuals' protected characteristics. We believe in attracting and retaining diverse talent to strengthen our global vision with a variety of experiences, backgrounds and perspectives.
Our mission is clear. The message is simple. Whoever you are. However you live. Whatever you believe. Formula E. For the Future. For Everyone.
We’ll see you at the starting line!
¡VAMOS!
If you require further assistance in accessing the application or require a different format of the application, please contact [email protected]
If this role isn’t quite for you but you want to join Formula E, why not ‘Connect’ with us here to be the first to know of new opportunities!
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with FORMULA E OPERATIONS LIMITED, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Information technology directors (SOC 1137) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~63k in sample- Offer £100,000
- Middle half £71,656–119,860
- Median £93,236
- Going rate £86,000
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £60,200–77,400
The range sits inside the market's middle half (£71,656–119,860), so this is typical pay for the occupation.
Similar sponsored roles
See all UK visa jobsNo close matches live right now.
Browse more sponsored jobs at FORMULA E OPERATIONS LIMITEDAbout sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. FORMULA E OPERATIONS LIMITED holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1137 going rate of £86,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.