Head of Service Management Jobs

Head of Service Management jobs are open across technology, healthcare, financial services, and enterprise consulting, from senior manager to VP and C-suite levels, with specializations in ITSM, service delivery, and customer experience operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles57
Top stateMassachusetts
Top employerState Street
Top cityBoston, MA
Work type39% Hybrid
Top industryHealthcare

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Head of Identity and Access Management
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TikTok USDS JV
San Jose, California
Automation QA
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
$229k - $442k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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Head of Central Pricing (CP) and Capital Call Distributions Management (CCDM), Managing Director,
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Head of Central Pricing (CP) and Capital Call Distributions Management (CCDM), Managing Director,
State Street
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
$170k - $268k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Head of Identity and Access Management
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Head of Identity and Access Management
TikTok USDS Joint Venture
San Jose, California
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity Operations
Technical Program Management
$229k - $442k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Head of Digital Product Management
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Head of Digital Product Management
Janney Montgomery Scott LLC
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Project Management
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Bachelor's degree in business
1,001-5,000

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Head of Operations - Wealth Management
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Head of Operations - Wealth Management
South Key
Remote
Business Development
Business Strategy
Growth Marketing
$150k - $160k/yr
Remote (US)

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Head of Service Management Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • State Street10
  • Check Point Software Technologies4
  • Wells Fargo3
  • Alkermes2
  • JPMorganChase2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Telecommunications
  • Technology & Software
  • Electronics & Hardware

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in head of service management jobs.

  • 7-10 years of progressive experience in IT service management or service delivery leadership
  • ITIL v4 Foundation or higher certification required by most enterprise employers
  • Demonstrated experience managing SLAs, KPIs, and service level agreements across multiple teams
  • Proficiency with ITSM platforms such as ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, or Zendesk
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams including vendor and third-party service providers
  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, business administration, or a related field

Tips for Your Head of Service Management Job Search

Quantify service improvements on your resume

Head of service management hiring managers look for measurable outcomes, not duties. Replace phrases like 'managed service teams' with specifics: ticket resolution rates improved, SLA adherence lifted, or escalations reduced. Concrete numbers cut through generic applications fast.

Highlight your ITIL or COBIT credentials

Many head of service management postings filter candidates by framework certification before reviewing experience. List ITIL 4, COBIT, or HDI credentials near the top of your resume so automated screening tools and recruiters surface you in early rounds.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists head of service management openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target companies by their service maturity stage

A startup building its first service desk needs a different profile than an enterprise optimizing a 200-person ITSM operation. Read the job description for terms like 'build from scratch,' 'scale,' or 'optimize,' and tailor your cover letter to that specific stage.

Prepare a service transformation case study

Head of service management interviews almost always include a scenario question about turning around an underperforming team or process. Prepare one real example you can walk through end-to-end: the problem, your approach, the tools you used, and the measurable result.

Negotiate scope before you negotiate compensation

Before accepting a head of service management offer, clarify exactly which functions fall under your remit. Service desk, field services, and vendor management are often bundled differently across organizations, and misaligned expectations at this level create immediate friction.

Head of Service Management Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most head of service managements?

State Street, Check Point Software Technologies, and Wells Fargo are hiring the most head of service managements right now, with openings concentrated in Massachusetts, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong at large enterprise technology firms, managed service providers, and healthcare systems undergoing digital transformation.

How many head of service management jobs are remote?

About 75% of head of service management openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the function's strong operational ties to digital tools rather than physical locations. Roles focused on ITSM strategy, vendor oversight, and reporting tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions managing on-site service desk or field support teams are more likely to require in-person presence.

How do you become a head of service management?

Start in a service desk, IT support, or operations analyst role to build hands-on knowledge of how service functions run. Progress into team lead and service manager positions where you own SLAs and lead staff. Earn an ITIL certification to validate your process knowledge, then pursue roles with increasing scope, such as regional or enterprise-wide service management, before stepping into a head-level position.

Can I get a head of service management job with limited leadership experience?

Moving directly into a head of service management role with no prior management experience is uncommon, but candidates who have led projects, owned vendor relationships, or acted as a team lead informally can make a credible case. Focus your application on outcomes you drove without formal authority, certifications that signal process maturity, and smaller organizations or newly created roles where the function is still being built.

What does the head of service management interview process look like?

Most head of service management interviews run three to four rounds. An initial screening with HR or a talent partner is followed by a technical or operational interview with the IT director or CIO, where you'll discuss ITSM frameworks, tooling decisions, and past service transformations. A final round typically involves a panel of stakeholders and often includes a case study or presentation about how you would approach a specific service challenge at that organization.

Where can I find and apply to head of service management jobs?

You can find and apply to head of service management jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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