Head of Oracle Service Delivery Management

For over 30 years,  Version 1 has been a leading Oracle partner specialising in Enterprise Applications, delivering ERP, HCM and EPM solutions that enable organisations to transform and modernise their core systems.

Combining deep domain expertise with end-to-end delivery and managed services, we support some of the UK and Ireland’s largest organisations in driving business value through Oracle technology. 

• Top-tier Oracle partner across Database, Platform, ERP, and Managed Services 
• 37 UKOUG awards  over the last 3 years 
• 13 awards  - UK Oracle User Group (UKOUG) Community Awards 2026 (4 Gold, 5 Silver, 4 Bronze) 
• Certified Great Place to Work 
• Recognised as a  leader in AI & digital transformation consulting  with global delivery footprint 

With 3,800+ people and revenues exceeding €347m/£302m , Version 1 is a market leader in Oracle, Microsoft, and AWS consulting services – and one of the fastest-growing digital consultancies in Europe.  

Job Description

Head of Oracle Service Delivery Management

Lead Customer Success, Service Excellence and Growth Across One of the UK's Largest Oracle Managed Services Practices

The Opportunity

We're looking for an experienced service management leader to take ownership of the Service Delivery Management function within our Enterprise Applications ASPIRE Managed Services business.

Leading a team of Service Delivery Managers, you'll shape service strategy, drive customer success, and help some of our most strategic customers maximise the value of their Oracle investments across SaaS, E-Business Suite, JD Edwards and PeopleSoft environments.

This is a highly visible leadership role that combines people leadership, customer engagement, commercial accountability and service innovation.

You'll have the opportunity to influence strategy, strengthen customer relationships, develop high-performing teams and contribute directly to the continued growth of one of Version 1's most successful managed services businesses.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of Service Delivery Managers.
• Drive exceptional customer outcomes, retention and satisfaction across a portfolio of strategic accounts.
• Shape and evolve the service management strategy across Enterprise Applications Managed Services.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior customer stakeholders, building long-term partnerships.
• Own governance, operational performance and service excellence across the practice.
• Drive continual service improvement, automation and innovation initiatives.
• Partner with Sales and Delivery teams to identify growth opportunities and maximise account value.
• Support bids, renewals and service transitions, ensuring scalable and high-quality service delivery.
• Maintain accountability for commercial performance, forecasting accuracy and profitability.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

You'll be a proven service management leader with experience leading teams within a managed services environment and a track record of delivering outstanding customer outcomes.

You'll bring:

• Strong people leadership and team development experience.
• Excellent stakeholder and customer relationship management skills.
• Commercial awareness with experience managing revenue, forecasting and profitability.
• A passion for service excellence and continuous improvement.
• Experience operating within Enterprise Applications Managed Services environments.
• Knowledge of Oracle SaaS, Oracle E-Business Suite, JD Edwards, PeopleSoft, or similar enterprise application platforms.
• Experience working within structured governance and service management frameworks.
• ITIL certification is desirable.

Additional Information

Why Join Version 1's Oracle Practice?  

• Join a global Oracle practice of 700+ specialists , supported by 500+ certified professionals  across the Oracle ecosystem. 
• Work on  large-scale, multi-pillar Oracle Cloud transformation programmes  for some of the UK's most recognised organisations. 
• Collaborate with a  high-performing, market-leading Oracle team  renowned for delivering complex enterprise transformation projects. 
• Be part of an organisation that provides  end-to-end Oracle services , including consulting and advisory, implementation, integration, cloud infrastructure, and managed services. 
• Leverage our deep  Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) expertise to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions for enterprise clients. 
• Accelerate your career through our  Strength in Balance  and leadership development programmes, supported by quarterly  Pathways  career reviews. 
• Benefit from a substantial  training and certification budget , helping you stay at the forefront of Oracle technologies and industry best practices. 
• Enjoy meaningful recognition through our  Annual Excellence Awards , Call-Out recognition platform, and quarterly profit-share scheme. 
• Influence testing strategy, delivery quality, and business outcomes across some of the UK's most significant ERP transformation programmes. 
• Work with prestigious clients, including organisations such as the  Bank of England  and  Birmingham City Council . 
• Take advantage of our  flexible hybrid working model , combining remote delivery with occasional client or hub-based collaboration. 
• Access enhanced wellbeing and family support through our  maternity, paternity, and Moments that Matter  policies. 
• Be part of a purpose-driven culture with opportunities to contribute to  ESG, CSR, DEI, volunteering, and community initiatives  that create a positive social impact. 

At Version 1, you'll combine industry-leading Oracle expertise, meaningful career progression, and the opportunity to deliver transformational outcomes for some of the world's most recognised organisations.  

Benefits include:

• Quarterly  performance-related profit share
• Hybrid / Remote working flexibility  
• Pension, private healthcare, life assurance cover  
• Certified  Great Place to Work for 10+ years running  

This is hybrid based with occasional travel to your nearest base office.

Ashley Billington, Head of Talent Acquisition – Enterprise Applications (Oracle Cloud - ERP, HCM, EPM)

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We are an equal opportunities employer. Please refer to our Diversity & Inclusion statement located at: Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging | Version 1 Careers  

Please note: We have an internal recruitment team and do not accept agency candidates. If you want to join the team here at Version 1, get in touch with us directly!