Technical ServiceNow Service Manager (SC Cleared)
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£52,300
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2139 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 35% sure that is the right code. Stott and May is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Possible 2139 (Information technology professionals not elsewhere classified) · 35% match
- Possible 2133 (IT business analysts, architects and systems designers) · 36% match
- Possible 2132 (IT managers) · 13% match
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2139 Information technology professionals not elsewhere classified Most likely code | £36,600 | £41,800 | £47,100 | £52,300 |
2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers Also possible | £38,400 | £43,900 | £49,400 | £54,900 |
2132 IT managers Also possible | £38,500 | £44,000 | £49,500 | £55,000 |
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. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Technical ServiceNow Service Manager (SC Cleared)
Developer and Service Manager
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Technical ServiceNow Service Manager with active SC Clearance to own and manage a critical ServiceNow platform within a secure enterprise environment.
The role combines technical platform ownership, service management, incident leadership and stakeholder engagement, ensuring the ServiceNow service remains secure, stable and continuously improved. Participation in an on-call rota for major incidents is required.
Key Responsibilities
• Own the ServiceNow platform and associated services.
• Manage service performance, availability, SLAs and continual improvement initiatives.
• Provide ServiceNow Development expertise when required
• Lead Incident, Problem and Change Management activities.
• Coordinate and lead major incident response and resolution.
• Act as the technical authority for ServiceNow enhancements, upgrades and integrations.
• Work with technical teams and stakeholders to deliver platform improvements.
• Produce service reporting, documentation and governance artefacts.
• Participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota and act as an escalation point for critical incidents.
Essential Skills & Experience
• Active SC Clearance.
• Strong ServiceNow administration and platform management experience.
• Experience managing live production services in an enterprise environment.
• Proven background in Service Management and Major Incident Management.
• Knowledge of ITIL processes and best practice.
• Experience overseeing ServiceNow releases, upgrades and integrations.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Desirable
• ServiceNow CSA and/or CAD certifications.
• ITIL Foundation (or higher).
• Experience within Government, Defence or other regulated environments.
• Knowledge of ITSM, ITOM and ServiceNow development best practices.
Candidate Profile
A proactive ServiceNow specialist with a strong blend of technical expertise and service management experience, capable of leading operational service delivery, driving continuous improvement and managing critical incidents in a secure environment.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Information technology professionals not elsewhere classified (SOC 2139) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~65k in sample- Middle half £38,740–66,768
- Median £52,104
- Going rate £52,300
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £36,600–47,100
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Stott and May 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 2139 going rate of £52,300. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.