Problem Manager

Overview

The Problem Manager will play a crucial role in enhancing the Problem Management capability within a large, complex organization on a 6-month contract basis. Collaborating primarily with an existing Problem Manager, they will focus on addressing P1 to P4 incidents to alleviate workload and address root causes of recurring issues, ensuring a proactive approach to problem management.

Responsibilities

  • Lead root cause analysis and post-incident problem reviews.
  • Identify recurring issues and drive permanent fixes.
  • Improve the quality of problem records, known errors, and workarounds.
  • Track actions through to completion and challenge delays.
  • Use ServiceNow data to identify trends and emerging risks.
  • Work across Incident, Change, Service Delivery, and technical teams.
  • Help embed a more proactive and prevention-focused approach.

Requirements

  • Proven Problem Management experience within a complex enterprise or regulated environment.
  • Proven experience reducing repeat P1 - P4 incidents.
  • Strong ServiceNow and ITIL experience.
  • Confidence leading Root Cause Analysis and challenging technical teams.
  • The tenacity to drive actions through to completion.
  • Strong influencing, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.