General Manager/VP, EMEA EMEA - Remote JOB OVERVIEW Legion is a dynamic and innovative software company that is disrupting and redefining best practice in the workforce management software market. With a growing portfolio of global customers and strategic partnerships we are poised for our next phase of growth. We are seeking a visionary General Manager to spearhead our expansion into the European market. As the inaugural Sales Leader in Europe, the General Manager will be at the forefront of our expansion efforts. Reporting directly to the Chief Sales Officer, the GM will be instrumental in helping to devise and execute a comprehensive go-to-market strategy tailored to the European landscape. This pivotal role will require business development and direct selling as well as client and partner engagement to drive demand and the creation of a high performing sales team. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES GTM strategy development and execution for the EU market Build relationships with decision makers and stakeholders across target client base to build pipeline and close strategic opportunities Negotiate and close contracts with new customers Identify, develop, and nurture relationships with key customers, partners, and stakeholders to build a strong foundation for long-term business growth Leverage existing global customer relationships and technology partnerships to gain footholds and expand market share in Europe Hiring, training, and coaching sales representatives, setting sales targets and monitoring performance Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team. Play a critical role in business planning, working closely with other senior executives to develop plans, resource requirements, and influence long-term business strategy Work cross-functionally with sales leaders, marketing, and product teams to achieve and exceed company revenue targets Develop granular account-level strategies to communicate Legion's unique value proposition Leverage industry expertise and Rolodex to build a pipeline of executive-level enterprise opportunities Oversee the day-to-day operations ensuring alignment with the strategic goals. Ensure seamless collaboration and alignment with the global headquarters and other regional entities to maintain a cohesive company direction. Provide insightful market feedback to the product development and marketing teams to guide product enhancements, innovation, and marketing strategies tailored for the European market. Maintain accurate and timely customer, pipeline, and forecast data in Salesforce CRM REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS 15+ years of technology sales and leadership experience Proven track record of successful sales leadership and team management, preferably in a similar industry or technology-driven sectors. Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable plans. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. Deep understanding of the European business landscape, cultural nuances, and regulatory environment. Fluent in English, with proficiency in additional European languages being highly advantageous. Willingness to travel extensively across the region. Proven track record of leading a team in closing $500k-$2mm ARR new business deals Strong application SaaS sales background A mix of large and small company experience. Early stage startup experience highly desired PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES Experience selling and managing teams that sell Workforce Management (WFM) or Human Capital Management (HCM) software solution Experience selling in the Retail, Hospitality, Distribution, Warehouse, and Healthcare industries Proactive and able to command respect through intelligence, hard work, and persistence Personal passion and fervor for industry-leading next generation technology Ability to operate in an environment with limited in country support A great communicator who can distill powerful messages which resonate with customers Track record of building positive relationships with peers Continuous and thoughtful listener, able to learn from customers and leverage input Strong personal work ethic focused on high priority issues; action and results oriented Unquestionable integrity, credibility, and character; demonstrated high moral and ethical behavior ABOUT LEGION Join Legion's mission to turn hourly jobs into good jobs. We're a remote, mission-driven team seeking exceptional talent to propel this vision. Embrace a culture that's collaborative, fast-paced, and entrepreneurial. With us, you'll grow your skills, work closely with experienced executives, and contribute significantly to our mission.Our award-winning AI-native workforce management platform is intelligent, automated, and employee-centric and provent to deliver 13x ROI. We help labor-intensive organizations maximize labor efficiency and employee engagement simultaneously. Legion has earned recognition for its innovation, including spots on the Inc. 5000 list, Forbes' Next Billion Dollar Startups, and awards for our AI technology. Backed by leading investors such as Norwest Venture Partners, Stripes, First Round Capital, XYZ Ventures, Webb Investment Network, Workday Ventures, and NTT DOCOMO Ventures, we're making real change. If you're ready to make an impact and grow your career, Legion is where you belong. Join us in making hourly work rewarding and fulfilling. BACKGROUND AND OPPORTUNITY There are almost 75 million hourly workers in the United States, representing more than half of the entire workforce. Historically, managing hourly employees has been difficult due to high attrition (average of 60%) and high replacement costs (average of $3,200 per employee in retail). The ongoing labor shortage and competition from the gig-economy, make it more difficult to attract and retain hourly employees.The top reasons hourly employees leave their jobs are a lack of schedule empowerment, poor communication with employers, and an inability to get paid early. Gen Z and the millennial workforce demand gig-like flexibility, modern technology, and compelling work options.Legion's mission is to turn hourly jobs into good jobs, serving the hourly workers who make up the majority of the US workforce. We believe in empowering employees and helping employers be efficient and innovative by enabling intelligent automation powered by Legion's Workforce Management platform to optimize labor efficiency and enhance the employee experience simultaneously. Legion WFM was built for the cloud with AI at the core and designed to handle the complexity of modern businesses and meet the needs of today's hourly employees. Our team is comprised of dedicated individuals from all backgrounds and experiences, globally distributed across all time zones. For more information, visit EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Legion Technologies is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
General Manager/VP, EMEA EMEA - Remote JOB OVERVIEW Legion is a dynamic and innovative software company that is disrupting and redefining best practice in the workforce management software market. With a growing portfolio of global customers and strategic partnerships we are poised for our next phase of growth. We are seeking a visionary General Manager to spearhead our expansion into the European market. As the inaugural Sales Leader in Europe, the General Manager will be at the forefront of our expansion efforts. Reporting directly to the Chief Sales Officer, the GM will be instrumental in helping to devise and execute a comprehensive go-to-market strategy tailored to the European landscape. This pivotal role will require business development and direct selling as well as client and partner engagement to drive demand and the creation of a high performing sales team. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES GTM strategy development and execution for the EU market Build relationships with decision makers and stakeholders across target client base to build pipeline and close strategic opportunities Negotiate and close contracts with new customers Identify, develop, and nurture relationships with key customers, partners, and stakeholders to build a strong foundation for long-term business growth Leverage existing global customer relationships and technology partnerships to gain footholds and expand market share in Europe Hiring, training, and coaching sales representatives, setting sales targets and monitoring performance Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team. Play a critical role in business planning, working closely with other senior executives to develop plans, resource requirements, and influence long-term business strategy Work cross-functionally with sales leaders, marketing, and product teams to achieve and exceed company revenue targets Develop granular account-level strategies to communicate Legion's unique value proposition Leverage industry expertise and Rolodex to build a pipeline of executive-level enterprise opportunities Oversee the day-to-day operations ensuring alignment with the strategic goals. Ensure seamless collaboration and alignment with the global headquarters and other regional entities to maintain a cohesive company direction. Provide insightful market feedback to the product development and marketing teams to guide product enhancements, innovation, and marketing strategies tailored for the European market. Maintain accurate and timely customer, pipeline, and forecast data in Salesforce CRM REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS 15+ years of technology sales and leadership experience Proven track record of successful sales leadership and team management, preferably in a similar industry or technology-driven sectors. Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable plans. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. Deep understanding of the European business landscape, cultural nuances, and regulatory environment. Fluent in English, with proficiency in additional European languages being highly advantageous. Willingness to travel extensively across the region. Proven track record of leading a team in closing $500k-$2mm ARR new business deals Strong application SaaS sales background A mix of large and small company experience. Early stage startup experience highly desired PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES Experience selling and managing teams that sell Workforce Management (WFM) or Human Capital Management (HCM) software solution Experience selling in the Retail, Hospitality, Distribution, Warehouse, and Healthcare industries Proactive and able to command respect through intelligence, hard work, and persistence Personal passion and fervor for industry-leading next generation technology Ability to operate in an environment with limited in country support A great communicator who can distill powerful messages which resonate with customers Track record of building positive relationships with peers Continuous and thoughtful listener, able to learn from customers and leverage input Strong personal work ethic focused on high priority issues; action and results oriented Unquestionable integrity, credibility, and character; demonstrated high moral and ethical behavior ABOUT LEGION Join Legion's mission to turn hourly jobs into good jobs. We're a remote, mission-driven team seeking exceptional talent to propel this vision. Embrace a culture that's collaborative, fast-paced, and entrepreneurial. With us, you'll grow your skills, work closely with experienced executives, and contribute significantly to our mission.Our award-winning AI-native workforce management platform is intelligent, automated, and employee-centric and provent to deliver 13x ROI. We help labor-intensive organizations maximize labor efficiency and employee engagement simultaneously. Legion has earned recognition for its innovation, including spots on the Inc. 5000 list, Forbes' Next Billion Dollar Startups, and awards for our AI technology. Backed by leading investors such as Norwest Venture Partners, Stripes, First Round Capital, XYZ Ventures, Webb Investment Network, Workday Ventures, and NTT DOCOMO Ventures, we're making real change. If you're ready to make an impact and grow your career, Legion is where you belong. Join us in making hourly work rewarding and fulfilling. BACKGROUND AND OPPORTUNITY There are almost 75 million hourly workers in the United States, representing more than half of the entire workforce. Historically, managing hourly employees has been difficult due to high attrition (average of 60%) and high replacement costs (average of $3,200 per employee in retail). The ongoing labor shortage and competition from the gig-economy, make it more difficult to attract and retain hourly employees.The top reasons hourly employees leave their jobs are a lack of schedule empowerment, poor communication with employers, and an inability to get paid early. Gen Z and the millennial workforce demand gig-like flexibility, modern technology, and compelling work options.Legion's mission is to turn hourly jobs into good jobs, serving the hourly workers who make up the majority of the US workforce. We believe in empowering employees and helping employers be efficient and innovative by enabling intelligent automation powered by Legion's Workforce Management platform to optimize labor efficiency and enhance the employee experience simultaneously. Legion WFM was built for the cloud with AI at the core and designed to handle the complexity of modern businesses and meet the needs of today's hourly employees. Our team is comprised of dedicated individuals from all backgrounds and experiences, globally distributed across all time zones. For more information, visit EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Legion Technologies is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email
Real World Commercial Solutions to Create a Healthier World In RWCS we're passionate about improving the life sciences ecosystem and making decisions that accelerate innovation for a healthier world. Every day our team develops evidence-based strategies that are used in published research, clinical guidelines, and market access decisions, to improve healthcare at every touchpoint. We design and deliver Commercial Analytics, supported by our world-class proprietary data assets, solve complex client challenges through strategic consulting, and use leading edge market research techniques to support clients brand strategy, planning and measurement. We're purpose-driven problem solvers, that do what we love to make a greater impact on human health. Integrated Research We focus on listening to the customer and patient voice in multi-country studies for international pharmaceutical companies. Our team focuses on exploring and measuring what Health Care Professionals and patients say and do using different behavioural frameworks to deliver actionable insights and clear answers to our clients' business questions. We typically use IQVIA data to contextualise our research and collaborate with other IQVIA teams to provide our clients with comprehensive solutions to their business issues. The Role The Engagement Manager role in our EMEA Integrated Research team is critical for driving innovative solutions to key HQ clients based in EMEA. It is expected that the post holder will assist generating target revenues and will work with clients to provide strategic support to answer business issues, oversee the delivery of high-quality studies and generate repeat business. The post holder will focus on integrating different research solutions, such as primary and secondary intelligence, and employing the broader IQVIA offer to have meaningful discussions with clients. The Engagement Manager would be responsible for developing winning proposals for clients, evaluating and proposing different methodological solutions to the client. They also play a key role in coaching the team and supporting the developing of up and coming talent. The candidate will therefore be excited about developing new solutions and services, driving business development activities and delivering projects of the highest quality by working across different geographies. What You'll Be Doing Leading the delivery of the IR offer for key HQ clients in EMEA, deploying the right delivery resources and innovation to ensure repeat and new business is generated from major accounts Understanding clients' needs and developing high quality proposals to address those Bringing strategic thinking to client issues, developing clear actions for the client to solve their issues and acting as the trusted advisor to clients on a project basis Ensuring that offering development is scalable across different client business issues Design research solutions, including identification of relevant data assets, methodology, samples, questionnaires, discussion guides and other research tools Taking a leadership role in implementing B&IRS business vision and objectives, and support the development of the business Coaching offshore team and more junior team members Taking responsibility for a significant part of the business, achieving revenue targets Managing end to end consulting and Primary Market Research projects including coordination of multidisciplinary teams staffed to the project, such as fieldwork, programming and desk research Who You Are A university degree holder with 8+ years of experience in life science or healthcare consulting. Preferential consideration will be given to candidates with experience in carrying out consulting and market research projects in the pharmaceutical area at an international/cross-country level. Able to demonstrate excellent project management, relationship-building, and client-influencing skills with an established network and referral contacts Strong capability in managing large and/or multiple projects and juggling priorities so that deadlines are met while retaining consistently high-quality outcomes Ability to contribute to business development through the identification of leads, development of proposals etc Excellent knowledge of English and of the main Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) Benefits We work hard to prioritise the things that matter most to you. Visit our benefits page for information on everything from perks to well-being initiatives and career enhancement. IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. We believe in pushing the boundaries of human science and data science to make the biggest impact possible - to help our customers create a healthier world. Learn more at
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Real World Commercial Solutions to Create a Healthier World In RWCS we're passionate about improving the life sciences ecosystem and making decisions that accelerate innovation for a healthier world. Every day our team develops evidence-based strategies that are used in published research, clinical guidelines, and market access decisions, to improve healthcare at every touchpoint. We design and deliver Commercial Analytics, supported by our world-class proprietary data assets, solve complex client challenges through strategic consulting, and use leading edge market research techniques to support clients brand strategy, planning and measurement. We're purpose-driven problem solvers, that do what we love to make a greater impact on human health. Integrated Research We focus on listening to the customer and patient voice in multi-country studies for international pharmaceutical companies. Our team focuses on exploring and measuring what Health Care Professionals and patients say and do using different behavioural frameworks to deliver actionable insights and clear answers to our clients' business questions. We typically use IQVIA data to contextualise our research and collaborate with other IQVIA teams to provide our clients with comprehensive solutions to their business issues. The Role The Engagement Manager role in our EMEA Integrated Research team is critical for driving innovative solutions to key HQ clients based in EMEA. It is expected that the post holder will assist generating target revenues and will work with clients to provide strategic support to answer business issues, oversee the delivery of high-quality studies and generate repeat business. The post holder will focus on integrating different research solutions, such as primary and secondary intelligence, and employing the broader IQVIA offer to have meaningful discussions with clients. The Engagement Manager would be responsible for developing winning proposals for clients, evaluating and proposing different methodological solutions to the client. They also play a key role in coaching the team and supporting the developing of up and coming talent. The candidate will therefore be excited about developing new solutions and services, driving business development activities and delivering projects of the highest quality by working across different geographies. What You'll Be Doing Leading the delivery of the IR offer for key HQ clients in EMEA, deploying the right delivery resources and innovation to ensure repeat and new business is generated from major accounts Understanding clients' needs and developing high quality proposals to address those Bringing strategic thinking to client issues, developing clear actions for the client to solve their issues and acting as the trusted advisor to clients on a project basis Ensuring that offering development is scalable across different client business issues Design research solutions, including identification of relevant data assets, methodology, samples, questionnaires, discussion guides and other research tools Taking a leadership role in implementing B&IRS business vision and objectives, and support the development of the business Coaching offshore team and more junior team members Taking responsibility for a significant part of the business, achieving revenue targets Managing end to end consulting and Primary Market Research projects including coordination of multidisciplinary teams staffed to the project, such as fieldwork, programming and desk research Who You Are A university degree holder with 8+ years of experience in life science or healthcare consulting. Preferential consideration will be given to candidates with experience in carrying out consulting and market research projects in the pharmaceutical area at an international/cross-country level. Able to demonstrate excellent project management, relationship-building, and client-influencing skills with an established network and referral contacts Strong capability in managing large and/or multiple projects and juggling priorities so that deadlines are met while retaining consistently high-quality outcomes Ability to contribute to business development through the identification of leads, development of proposals etc Excellent knowledge of English and of the main Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) Benefits We work hard to prioritise the things that matter most to you. Visit our benefits page for information on everything from perks to well-being initiatives and career enhancement. IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. We believe in pushing the boundaries of human science and data science to make the biggest impact possible - to help our customers create a healthier world. Learn more at
Atlas Recruitment Group Limited
Portsmouth, Hampshire
Proposal Coordinator 36k Portsmouth - hybrid working (1/2 per week) Permanent position My client is a Global leading Aerospace and Defence organisation. Recruiting for a Proposal Coordinator with the responsibility to support the proposal manager in aspects of the planning and execution of the overall proposal development. Responsibilities: Generates the proposal templates, tailored to the specific opportunity questions and customer guidance Carries out formatting of documents for the business and Best Practice proposal standards Manages portal access and uploads proposal responses to customer via desired method Leads, manages and updates Part 1 responses for Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) Generates standard submission responses and/or collates previous responses Manages clarification question process - identification, approval, submission and responses Supports the business approval process, including any security and export approvals and the final editing, production and Proposal delivery arrangements Required experience: Qualified to Degree standard (not essential) or equivalent e.g. Association of Proposal Management (APMP) certifications Excellent Microsoft office skills particularly formatting large, complex documents Some experience with PQQs, RFIs, ITT/ITN/RFP/RFQ or Frameworks Experience working to short deadlines with extremely good attention to detail Bid coordinator experience 'Price to win' experience would be an advantage If you are interested in this Proposal Coordinator role, please 'APPLY' and submit your CV for immediate consideration.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Proposal Coordinator 36k Portsmouth - hybrid working (1/2 per week) Permanent position My client is a Global leading Aerospace and Defence organisation. Recruiting for a Proposal Coordinator with the responsibility to support the proposal manager in aspects of the planning and execution of the overall proposal development. Responsibilities: Generates the proposal templates, tailored to the specific opportunity questions and customer guidance Carries out formatting of documents for the business and Best Practice proposal standards Manages portal access and uploads proposal responses to customer via desired method Leads, manages and updates Part 1 responses for Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) Generates standard submission responses and/or collates previous responses Manages clarification question process - identification, approval, submission and responses Supports the business approval process, including any security and export approvals and the final editing, production and Proposal delivery arrangements Required experience: Qualified to Degree standard (not essential) or equivalent e.g. Association of Proposal Management (APMP) certifications Excellent Microsoft office skills particularly formatting large, complex documents Some experience with PQQs, RFIs, ITT/ITN/RFP/RFQ or Frameworks Experience working to short deadlines with extremely good attention to detail Bid coordinator experience 'Price to win' experience would be an advantage If you are interested in this Proposal Coordinator role, please 'APPLY' and submit your CV for immediate consideration.
Job Title: Zero Carbon Partnership Project Manager Job reference: 002461 Service Area / Directorate: Corporate Strategy Salary and Grade: G8: £41,510 to £42,512 per annum - (pro rata for part time) Contract: Secondment/Fixed Term up to December 2024 Hours per week: Full time - 37 Location: Hybrid - Oxford Town Hall/Work from home The role The Zero Carbon Partnership Project Manager will play a key role in supporting an ambitious and collaborative programme of carbon reduction driving Oxford towards net zero carbon emissions by 2040 through delivery of the Zero Carbon Oxford Partnership s (ZCOP) programme of work. ZCOP is a group of Oxford s major institutions and organisations including universities, hospitals, councils and large businesses who have given their support to the aspiration of achieving net zero carbon emissions as a city by 2040. The group has committed to working collaboratively to accelerate carbon reduction and requires a co-ordinator to support the facilitation, delivery and design of this ambitious programme. This innovative partnership approach to city-wide climate action requires significant coordination. As well as being responsible for the secretarial functions of the ZCOP, the successful applicant will oversee, design and co-ordinate activities and projects on behalf of the Partnership intended to facilitate the delivery of emissions reduction, including organising Sprint Groups, collaborative projects, knowledge sharing/capacity building activities, funding applications and being the main point of contact for the Partnership. The successful applicant will be a motivated and highly organised sustainability professional with excellent communication and organisation skills. You will have a proven ability to build consensus, influence and negotiate as well as being familiar with project management tools and approaches to coordinate a complex work programme. Interested? Find out how you can apply below. About us Our ambitious leadership team and dedicated staff are working hard building a world class city for everyone. Oxford City Council has accelerated plans to build more affordable and council housing in the city. We provide services to help reduce inequality and improve the health and wellbeing of Oxford s residents and are taking a lead on reducing emissions and increasing biodiversity to become a net carbon neutral city of the future. We are a supportive and collaborative bunch of people working towards shared goals, where new ideas and initiatives are valued. We strive to deliver service excellence, take accountability for our actions and communicate with honestly and respect. There has never been a more exciting time to join us! Help us to build successful places in which to live and work and build a fairer, greener city in which everyone can thrive. Many of our roles offer flexible or hybrid working. We offer generous holiday 28 days a year with an additional 4 days after 5 years service We are committed to supporting career development opportunities and learning and development An above average pension offering Plus other great benefits How to apply More information is available on the role profile document. Please read this document to ensure that you meet our requirements. More information about working for the Council, our values and vision, is available on our web site. Applications should be made via our online application system (no CVs please). For further information and how to apply online, please visit or direct link to the advert: If you are unable to access our website please call . Note: For roles that require a DBS Certificate (Enhanced and or Barred List check), candidates are required to supply their complete work history. If you are making an application using a CV please ensure you explain any gaps in your work history. Closing Date: 09 April 2024 Late applications will not be processed Interview Date(s): Week commencing 22 April 2024 For an informal discussion about the post please contact Samantha Morgan-Price on or email SMORGAN-PRICE(at)oxford.gov.uk We are an equal opportunity employer: We are striving to become a more inclusive employer and to represent the communities that we support. We have policies in place to ensure that every applicant and employee can flourish and succeed. Currently we are underrepresented in some areas, and would particularly welcome applicants from ethnic and minority communities. All applicants will be given fair consideration for work and will not receive less favorable treatment on the grounds of any protected characteristic. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Mar 29, 2024
Contractor
Job Title: Zero Carbon Partnership Project Manager Job reference: 002461 Service Area / Directorate: Corporate Strategy Salary and Grade: G8: £41,510 to £42,512 per annum - (pro rata for part time) Contract: Secondment/Fixed Term up to December 2024 Hours per week: Full time - 37 Location: Hybrid - Oxford Town Hall/Work from home The role The Zero Carbon Partnership Project Manager will play a key role in supporting an ambitious and collaborative programme of carbon reduction driving Oxford towards net zero carbon emissions by 2040 through delivery of the Zero Carbon Oxford Partnership s (ZCOP) programme of work. ZCOP is a group of Oxford s major institutions and organisations including universities, hospitals, councils and large businesses who have given their support to the aspiration of achieving net zero carbon emissions as a city by 2040. The group has committed to working collaboratively to accelerate carbon reduction and requires a co-ordinator to support the facilitation, delivery and design of this ambitious programme. This innovative partnership approach to city-wide climate action requires significant coordination. As well as being responsible for the secretarial functions of the ZCOP, the successful applicant will oversee, design and co-ordinate activities and projects on behalf of the Partnership intended to facilitate the delivery of emissions reduction, including organising Sprint Groups, collaborative projects, knowledge sharing/capacity building activities, funding applications and being the main point of contact for the Partnership. The successful applicant will be a motivated and highly organised sustainability professional with excellent communication and organisation skills. You will have a proven ability to build consensus, influence and negotiate as well as being familiar with project management tools and approaches to coordinate a complex work programme. Interested? Find out how you can apply below. About us Our ambitious leadership team and dedicated staff are working hard building a world class city for everyone. Oxford City Council has accelerated plans to build more affordable and council housing in the city. We provide services to help reduce inequality and improve the health and wellbeing of Oxford s residents and are taking a lead on reducing emissions and increasing biodiversity to become a net carbon neutral city of the future. We are a supportive and collaborative bunch of people working towards shared goals, where new ideas and initiatives are valued. We strive to deliver service excellence, take accountability for our actions and communicate with honestly and respect. There has never been a more exciting time to join us! Help us to build successful places in which to live and work and build a fairer, greener city in which everyone can thrive. Many of our roles offer flexible or hybrid working. We offer generous holiday 28 days a year with an additional 4 days after 5 years service We are committed to supporting career development opportunities and learning and development An above average pension offering Plus other great benefits How to apply More information is available on the role profile document. Please read this document to ensure that you meet our requirements. More information about working for the Council, our values and vision, is available on our web site. Applications should be made via our online application system (no CVs please). For further information and how to apply online, please visit or direct link to the advert: If you are unable to access our website please call . Note: For roles that require a DBS Certificate (Enhanced and or Barred List check), candidates are required to supply their complete work history. If you are making an application using a CV please ensure you explain any gaps in your work history. Closing Date: 09 April 2024 Late applications will not be processed Interview Date(s): Week commencing 22 April 2024 For an informal discussion about the post please contact Samantha Morgan-Price on or email SMORGAN-PRICE(at)oxford.gov.uk We are an equal opportunity employer: We are striving to become a more inclusive employer and to represent the communities that we support. We have policies in place to ensure that every applicant and employee can flourish and succeed. Currently we are underrepresented in some areas, and would particularly welcome applicants from ethnic and minority communities. All applicants will be given fair consideration for work and will not receive less favorable treatment on the grounds of any protected characteristic. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
A career within External Audit services, will provide you with the opportunity to provide a range of Assurance services and business advice to a variety of clients from small, fast growing clients to large entities. Our clients are often well known brands and many have broad international reach. We focus on using the latest technology to reduce the level of manual testing ensuring you'll focus on the most valuable areas of client service and on enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of our clients' information. Job Description As a Senior Manager, you'll lead a team of forward-thinking individuals to deliver high quality audits. You'll be responsible, alongside the audit engagement leader, to develop and nurture relationships with our client's senior leaders and work with them to plan the audit process from beginning to end. A rewarding career path awaits - join our team to develop yourself as a strategic leader, benefit from the wide range of development opportunities at PwC alongside contributing to the success of the audit business. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: Leading large multi-location, often international, teams using your people and relationship management skills to deliver high quality audit work from project planning to completion; Developing trusted senior client relationships and demonstrating curiosity that allows you to have insightful conversations and provide appropriate challenge during the Audit; Building connections across teams and specialist areas within PwC to bring insight to the organisations we audit. This includes managing specialist teams supporting the audit, building consensus around conflicting views and making recommendations where appropriate; Leading the delivery of the areas of complex or judgemental audit work, including identifying issues, analysing multiple data points to draw informed conclusions and clearly articulate these conclusions in written and verbal form to senior stakeholders; Ensuring the team's audit documentation meets the highest standards, reviewing financial statements to ensure they comply with relevant requirements; Managing the financial and resource aspects of Audit engagements, demonstrating a commercial approach throughout; Leading internal projects supporting PwC and the lines of service, as well as acting as a role model, mentor and coach for junior staff members in your business unit; Putting the team first by coaching with purpose, being present with the team and openly communicating expectations; and Encouraging an inclusive team environment that promotes innovative thinking, collaboration and constructive challenge - helping people realise their potential and support their long-term aspirations. Essential Skills and Experience: Be Chartered Accountant / ACA / ACCA / ICAS qualified accountant (or international equivalent) or have equivalent work experience in Audit (including international candidates who technically qualify in their home country by experience); A high level of experience of IFRS and/or UK GAAP and be highly skilled in using international standards on auditing; Highly developed project management skills and a strong track record of managing larger or more complex audits to the highest standard from planning to completion; Has the ability to communicate complex or contentious audit matters clearly and concisely in both verbal and written form to colleagues and senior client stakeholders; Has the ability to offer considered points of view in client conversations around broader industry topics and provide knowledgeable challenge to senior clients in the context of an audit; and Takes pride in their work and in the Audit profession. Shows resilience and demonstrates dedication to self development including being agile and innovative in the digital world.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
A career within External Audit services, will provide you with the opportunity to provide a range of Assurance services and business advice to a variety of clients from small, fast growing clients to large entities. Our clients are often well known brands and many have broad international reach. We focus on using the latest technology to reduce the level of manual testing ensuring you'll focus on the most valuable areas of client service and on enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of our clients' information. Job Description As a Senior Manager, you'll lead a team of forward-thinking individuals to deliver high quality audits. You'll be responsible, alongside the audit engagement leader, to develop and nurture relationships with our client's senior leaders and work with them to plan the audit process from beginning to end. A rewarding career path awaits - join our team to develop yourself as a strategic leader, benefit from the wide range of development opportunities at PwC alongside contributing to the success of the audit business. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: Leading large multi-location, often international, teams using your people and relationship management skills to deliver high quality audit work from project planning to completion; Developing trusted senior client relationships and demonstrating curiosity that allows you to have insightful conversations and provide appropriate challenge during the Audit; Building connections across teams and specialist areas within PwC to bring insight to the organisations we audit. This includes managing specialist teams supporting the audit, building consensus around conflicting views and making recommendations where appropriate; Leading the delivery of the areas of complex or judgemental audit work, including identifying issues, analysing multiple data points to draw informed conclusions and clearly articulate these conclusions in written and verbal form to senior stakeholders; Ensuring the team's audit documentation meets the highest standards, reviewing financial statements to ensure they comply with relevant requirements; Managing the financial and resource aspects of Audit engagements, demonstrating a commercial approach throughout; Leading internal projects supporting PwC and the lines of service, as well as acting as a role model, mentor and coach for junior staff members in your business unit; Putting the team first by coaching with purpose, being present with the team and openly communicating expectations; and Encouraging an inclusive team environment that promotes innovative thinking, collaboration and constructive challenge - helping people realise their potential and support their long-term aspirations. Essential Skills and Experience: Be Chartered Accountant / ACA / ACCA / ICAS qualified accountant (or international equivalent) or have equivalent work experience in Audit (including international candidates who technically qualify in their home country by experience); A high level of experience of IFRS and/or UK GAAP and be highly skilled in using international standards on auditing; Highly developed project management skills and a strong track record of managing larger or more complex audits to the highest standard from planning to completion; Has the ability to communicate complex or contentious audit matters clearly and concisely in both verbal and written form to colleagues and senior client stakeholders; Has the ability to offer considered points of view in client conversations around broader industry topics and provide knowledgeable challenge to senior clients in the context of an audit; and Takes pride in their work and in the Audit profession. Shows resilience and demonstrates dedication to self development including being agile and innovative in the digital world.
We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West are looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to be based on site in central Cornwall to assist in the delivery of our growing development pipeline in this area. Reporting to the Commercial Manager and working closely with a Senior Quantity Surveyor assist the commercial delivery of these residential development schemes. You will assist the Surveying department with cost management for these projects from procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts. This is a key role, and the successful candidate will have worked in a similar level role for a main contractor or developer within the region. With our growing pipeline of work in this part of our region it offers an ambitious candidate the opportunity to further develop their career. Note there will be occasional travel to our Exeter Head Office. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality HNC / Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Construction management or equivalent A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Good understanding of standard measurement rules Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure and accept criticism of work Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail A methodical approach Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require Desirable - HND/or Degree in Construction Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership, or, Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) COINS systems management knowledge More about the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role Attend the site pre-start meeting to understand the construction issue drawings with the Senior / Quantity Surveyor. Assist with the compiling of tender packages for all sub-contract trades. Receive tenders and assist with the analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels. Assist with the issuing of sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements. Attend sub-contract pre-order meetings. Liaise with Build Department on sub-contractors' performance and compliance with order conditions Assist with the production of sub-contract orders to accord with site programmed build requirements in accordance with Group Policy and Group Rebate schemes and fully adjudicate prior to issue of documentation. To liaise with the Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor and provide all necessary forecast and site budget information to meet the business's reporting requirements. Assist with the control and reporting of post contract cost movements to provide such monthly reporting as required by the Commercial Manager. Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/Service Provider. Where necessary, assist in determining a sub-contract order in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Employment and liaise with Build Department in this respect. Diligently use the BMS and processes to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist in the regular review of materials on-site and material valuations. Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Assist with the certifying of retention releases on completion of the project. Assist with the preparation and agreement of sub-contract final accounts. Maintaining necessary systems to efficiently file and retrieve information and to allow others to do likewise in accordance with the Business Management System Assist with maintaining final account schedules. Ensure to continue self development and follow training plan Attend departmental meetings as required. Deal with queries from colleagues. Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other regions. Ensure you have read the Company's health and safety policies and procedures observe them at all times. Reporting any accidents or near misses immediately to your Manager and record them in the accident book. Ensure your workplace is kept tidy and any hazards are eliminated or reported to your line manager. Wear appropriate protective clothing on site at all times. Attend all health and safety training as required by the Company. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West are looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to be based on site in central Cornwall to assist in the delivery of our growing development pipeline in this area. Reporting to the Commercial Manager and working closely with a Senior Quantity Surveyor assist the commercial delivery of these residential development schemes. You will assist the Surveying department with cost management for these projects from procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts. This is a key role, and the successful candidate will have worked in a similar level role for a main contractor or developer within the region. With our growing pipeline of work in this part of our region it offers an ambitious candidate the opportunity to further develop their career. Note there will be occasional travel to our Exeter Head Office. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality HNC / Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Construction management or equivalent A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Good understanding of standard measurement rules Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure and accept criticism of work Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail A methodical approach Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require Desirable - HND/or Degree in Construction Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership, or, Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) COINS systems management knowledge More about the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role Attend the site pre-start meeting to understand the construction issue drawings with the Senior / Quantity Surveyor. Assist with the compiling of tender packages for all sub-contract trades. Receive tenders and assist with the analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels. Assist with the issuing of sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements. Attend sub-contract pre-order meetings. Liaise with Build Department on sub-contractors' performance and compliance with order conditions Assist with the production of sub-contract orders to accord with site programmed build requirements in accordance with Group Policy and Group Rebate schemes and fully adjudicate prior to issue of documentation. To liaise with the Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor and provide all necessary forecast and site budget information to meet the business's reporting requirements. Assist with the control and reporting of post contract cost movements to provide such monthly reporting as required by the Commercial Manager. Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/Service Provider. Where necessary, assist in determining a sub-contract order in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Employment and liaise with Build Department in this respect. Diligently use the BMS and processes to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist in the regular review of materials on-site and material valuations. Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Assist with the certifying of retention releases on completion of the project. Assist with the preparation and agreement of sub-contract final accounts. Maintaining necessary systems to efficiently file and retrieve information and to allow others to do likewise in accordance with the Business Management System Assist with maintaining final account schedules. Ensure to continue self development and follow training plan Attend departmental meetings as required. Deal with queries from colleagues. Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other regions. Ensure you have read the Company's health and safety policies and procedures observe them at all times. Reporting any accidents or near misses immediately to your Manager and record them in the accident book. Ensure your workplace is kept tidy and any hazards are eliminated or reported to your line manager. Wear appropriate protective clothing on site at all times. Attend all health and safety training as required by the Company. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
House of Commons The House of Commons a unique and exciting place to work right at the heart of the UK's thriving democratic system. Behind the scenes, the House of Commons Service is made up of more than 3,000 employees who support and facilitate the smooth day to day running of the House. They provide professional services to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the wider parliamentary community. Staff Benefits In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including: 30 days' annual leave (Pro-rata) (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year). Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%. Access to training and development. Flexible working. Interest free season ticket loan and bicycle loan. Introduction The Parliamentary Maintenance Services Team (PMST) is a team of approximately 250 directly employed House staff and contractors. This team maintains the Parliamentary Estate (Commons & Lords) buildings, engineering systems and furnishings in order to ensure a fully functioning, safe working environment for the many thousands of people for who work in and visit Parliament and ensure the buildings are equipped for the demands of the 21st century. PMST have direct interface with the other departments supporting the functions of both Houses, i.e., Security; Digital; Safety; Catering; Service Delivery and Strategic Estates (who provide project management to multi-million-pound refurbishment and build projects). The Role We are looking for a Programme Manager to join our Maintenance Projects Team. This Senior Management position will be responsible for managing the development and delivery of a programme of projects to agreed scope, time, cost and quality requirements, working with business customers and their representatives. Acting as a lead subject matter expert, you will ensure the overall successful delivery of technical and operational compliance across Parliamentary Maintenance Services, by supporting accountable managers and ensuring that activities are compliant with statutory and corporate standards. Delivery of key responsibilities will best enable the Parliamentary Services Team to operate safely and effectively, ultimately ensuring the House is able to continue to function. Some of the responsibilities for this role include: Deliver a programme consisting of multiple projects. Lead and develop a specific programme/project on time, to budget and to other agreed success criteria, within corporate guidelines, maximizing the value and benefits delivered to Parliament. Ensuring that the management of all programme activity complies with the necessary standards and controls (e.g. financial, planning, governance, reporting, management, assurance, business case). Ensuring project delivery teams make strategic decisions in the full knowledge of commercial and procurement implications. Skills and Experience Experience - Proven experience working in a programme management role overseeing the delivery of a portfolio of projects within a public sector body. To be successful in this role you will demonstrate: Excellent knowledge of programme and project control processes and systems. Experience of developing and creating systems and processes that are proven to enhance performance either from a quality, time or cost perspective. Evidence of strong Commercial leadership (cost, contract and procurement), delivering large-scale, complex projects or programmes, managing budgets, risk and interdependency with project experience spanning early feasibility through to handover. Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly and build effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders to achieve shared goals. The ability to make effective decisions or difficult decisions - evaluating data from various sources to make well-considered decisions and presenting reasonable conclusions to inform and/or influence senior Stakeholders. Excellent People Management, with experience in establishing and leading high-performing teams through developing capability, setting effective team and individual objectives and managing progress against these. Next Steps and Additional Information CV & Supporting Statement - If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV and supporting statement with a 500-word limit. More information on the role and the full criteria can be found in the Job Description. Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
House of Commons The House of Commons a unique and exciting place to work right at the heart of the UK's thriving democratic system. Behind the scenes, the House of Commons Service is made up of more than 3,000 employees who support and facilitate the smooth day to day running of the House. They provide professional services to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the wider parliamentary community. Staff Benefits In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including: 30 days' annual leave (Pro-rata) (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year). Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%. Access to training and development. Flexible working. Interest free season ticket loan and bicycle loan. Introduction The Parliamentary Maintenance Services Team (PMST) is a team of approximately 250 directly employed House staff and contractors. This team maintains the Parliamentary Estate (Commons & Lords) buildings, engineering systems and furnishings in order to ensure a fully functioning, safe working environment for the many thousands of people for who work in and visit Parliament and ensure the buildings are equipped for the demands of the 21st century. PMST have direct interface with the other departments supporting the functions of both Houses, i.e., Security; Digital; Safety; Catering; Service Delivery and Strategic Estates (who provide project management to multi-million-pound refurbishment and build projects). The Role We are looking for a Programme Manager to join our Maintenance Projects Team. This Senior Management position will be responsible for managing the development and delivery of a programme of projects to agreed scope, time, cost and quality requirements, working with business customers and their representatives. Acting as a lead subject matter expert, you will ensure the overall successful delivery of technical and operational compliance across Parliamentary Maintenance Services, by supporting accountable managers and ensuring that activities are compliant with statutory and corporate standards. Delivery of key responsibilities will best enable the Parliamentary Services Team to operate safely and effectively, ultimately ensuring the House is able to continue to function. Some of the responsibilities for this role include: Deliver a programme consisting of multiple projects. Lead and develop a specific programme/project on time, to budget and to other agreed success criteria, within corporate guidelines, maximizing the value and benefits delivered to Parliament. Ensuring that the management of all programme activity complies with the necessary standards and controls (e.g. financial, planning, governance, reporting, management, assurance, business case). Ensuring project delivery teams make strategic decisions in the full knowledge of commercial and procurement implications. Skills and Experience Experience - Proven experience working in a programme management role overseeing the delivery of a portfolio of projects within a public sector body. To be successful in this role you will demonstrate: Excellent knowledge of programme and project control processes and systems. Experience of developing and creating systems and processes that are proven to enhance performance either from a quality, time or cost perspective. Evidence of strong Commercial leadership (cost, contract and procurement), delivering large-scale, complex projects or programmes, managing budgets, risk and interdependency with project experience spanning early feasibility through to handover. Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly and build effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders to achieve shared goals. The ability to make effective decisions or difficult decisions - evaluating data from various sources to make well-considered decisions and presenting reasonable conclusions to inform and/or influence senior Stakeholders. Excellent People Management, with experience in establishing and leading high-performing teams through developing capability, setting effective team and individual objectives and managing progress against these. Next Steps and Additional Information CV & Supporting Statement - If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV and supporting statement with a 500-word limit. More information on the role and the full criteria can be found in the Job Description. Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.
This role has a starting salary of £38,746 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a new Partnership Data and Intelligence Analyst to join our fantastic Health Improvement team. We are based in Woodhatch, Reigate and support hybrid working . There will be some occasions when you will be required to travel to various locations in Surrey for key events and meetings. We are looking for someone with the desire to continue their development in analytical skills to join our team. This is a fixed term/secondment opportunity until 31/03/2025. For internal candidates interested in a secondment opportunity, please discuss with your line manager before submitting your application. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Team The post will work with various partners and will be part of public health and data and insights teams at Surrey County Council. The purpose of this role is to enable efficient, effective and consistent decision making across the partnership by providing access to meaningful data and insight. You will work collaboratively with our partners and communities in Surrey to improve what we do and how we do it. In addition, you will support key partnerships in Surrey such as Combating Drugs Partnership and Serious Violence Reduction Partnership. Serious Violence Duty and Drugs strategy 'From harm to hope' are key part of the government's programme of work to take a whole system approach to prevent and cut crime and save lives. Both of these programmes need effective partnership working, and effective mechanisms to share and record data for local implementation and monitoring. About the Role The role is essential to hold partners to account on local outcomes, to develop agreements and best practice for data and information sharing and measurement, and to ensure that decisions made are informed by the most relevant and up-to-date datasets. You will play a key role in producing a clear, agreed and comprehensive local picture across the whole partnership, to ensure that there is data-informed decision-making and that progress can be monitored effectively over time. Typical tasks will include: Scoping out and development of system/reporting requirements, Interpreting quantitative data from large and complex datasets, Working with a wide range of data and evidence sources, including local, partner and open sources for the development of insight (data products and reports) to agreed service standards, Use software for data analysis and data visualisation tools (e.g., MS Excel, Tableau, FME, SQL, R, Python), Bring a solution focused and impact-oriented attitude. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this role, your application will clearly evidence the following: The technical knowledge, which includes descriptive and inferential statistics, an ability in handling large volumes of complex data and a good working knowledge on a range of business intelligence, statistical analysis tools (i.e., Excel, FME, SQL, R and / or Python). An ability to produce insight in a clear and compelling way, interpreting and identifying patterns. An ability to communicate insight to a range of audiences, helping them understand potential conclusions and opportunities. An ability to work collaboratively and independently to problem-solve in complex situations where both creativity and pragmatism. Capability of working well in multi-disciplinary teams, working with others to achieve shared objectives. Confidence in using problem solving skills in new, complex, and sometimes ambiguous environments, where both creativity and pragmatism are required. As part of the application process, please upload your CV and complete the questionnaire which asks the following questions: Can you please outline your experience working in a data role within a Local Authority, the NHS or a third sector organisation? Can you please describe how your skills and previous experiences align to the technical requirements of this role, such as the use of analysis tools? Can you provide an example of a time at which you have delivered a data project and communicated the insights to a non-technical audience? Please describe your experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams and business areas to turn evidence into insight and recommendations to the wider business. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 14/04/2024 with interviews provisionally planned for 24/04/2024 and 25/04/2024. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £38,746 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a new Partnership Data and Intelligence Analyst to join our fantastic Health Improvement team. We are based in Woodhatch, Reigate and support hybrid working . There will be some occasions when you will be required to travel to various locations in Surrey for key events and meetings. We are looking for someone with the desire to continue their development in analytical skills to join our team. This is a fixed term/secondment opportunity until 31/03/2025. For internal candidates interested in a secondment opportunity, please discuss with your line manager before submitting your application. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Team The post will work with various partners and will be part of public health and data and insights teams at Surrey County Council. The purpose of this role is to enable efficient, effective and consistent decision making across the partnership by providing access to meaningful data and insight. You will work collaboratively with our partners and communities in Surrey to improve what we do and how we do it. In addition, you will support key partnerships in Surrey such as Combating Drugs Partnership and Serious Violence Reduction Partnership. Serious Violence Duty and Drugs strategy 'From harm to hope' are key part of the government's programme of work to take a whole system approach to prevent and cut crime and save lives. Both of these programmes need effective partnership working, and effective mechanisms to share and record data for local implementation and monitoring. About the Role The role is essential to hold partners to account on local outcomes, to develop agreements and best practice for data and information sharing and measurement, and to ensure that decisions made are informed by the most relevant and up-to-date datasets. You will play a key role in producing a clear, agreed and comprehensive local picture across the whole partnership, to ensure that there is data-informed decision-making and that progress can be monitored effectively over time. Typical tasks will include: Scoping out and development of system/reporting requirements, Interpreting quantitative data from large and complex datasets, Working with a wide range of data and evidence sources, including local, partner and open sources for the development of insight (data products and reports) to agreed service standards, Use software for data analysis and data visualisation tools (e.g., MS Excel, Tableau, FME, SQL, R, Python), Bring a solution focused and impact-oriented attitude. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this role, your application will clearly evidence the following: The technical knowledge, which includes descriptive and inferential statistics, an ability in handling large volumes of complex data and a good working knowledge on a range of business intelligence, statistical analysis tools (i.e., Excel, FME, SQL, R and / or Python). An ability to produce insight in a clear and compelling way, interpreting and identifying patterns. An ability to communicate insight to a range of audiences, helping them understand potential conclusions and opportunities. An ability to work collaboratively and independently to problem-solve in complex situations where both creativity and pragmatism. Capability of working well in multi-disciplinary teams, working with others to achieve shared objectives. Confidence in using problem solving skills in new, complex, and sometimes ambiguous environments, where both creativity and pragmatism are required. As part of the application process, please upload your CV and complete the questionnaire which asks the following questions: Can you please outline your experience working in a data role within a Local Authority, the NHS or a third sector organisation? Can you please describe how your skills and previous experiences align to the technical requirements of this role, such as the use of analysis tools? Can you provide an example of a time at which you have delivered a data project and communicated the insights to a non-technical audience? Please describe your experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams and business areas to turn evidence into insight and recommendations to the wider business. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 14/04/2024 with interviews provisionally planned for 24/04/2024 and 25/04/2024. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Why loveholidays? At loveholidays, we're on a mission to open the world to everyone, giving our customers' unlimited choice, unmatched ease and unmissable value for their next getaway. Our team is the driving force behind our role as our customers' personal holiday expert - the smart way to get away. The impact you'll have: To support loveholidays' goal of becoming Europe's largest dynamic package holiday operator, this position will be instrumental in managing a team of Commercial managers who support the 3 functional areas of the business: Selling, Managing and Scaling. The role is critical in supporting the business flywheel and to ensure targets are stretched and delivered. Responsible for ensuring we build a first class marketplace attracting customers with our value, choice and ease proposition and a depth of travel products from our supplier base. The role works alongside the Head of FP&A and will report into the Commercial Finance Director. The role is based in Hammersmith London and hybrid (3 days in office). Your day-to-day: Full overall responsibility for the Commercial Finance Functions within loveholidays: Spearheading the delivery of annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting for loveholidays for Selling, Managing, and Scaling (incl. International Expansion). Leading a focused Commercial Finance team to strategically stretch revenue targets across all facets of the flywheel, meticulously aligning with the overarching company strategy. Overseeing the Commercial Finance team to ensure stringent cost management within budget constraints, with any additional expenditure supported by compelling business cases for approval in monthly investment committees. Actively participating in the quarterly OKR processes and contributing to the long-term prioritisation strategy to ensure alignment with the objectives of Heads in functional areas. Serving as a key contributor in the Finance Leadership team, showcasing strategic acumen and contributing to high-level decision-making. Demonstrating effective communication skills to engage peers and exerting influence over the Executive team through impactful insights. Undertaking other ad-hoc project work as required, showcasing adaptability and strategic agility in addressing evolving business needs. Utilising exposure and commercial insight to conduct competitor analysis, explaining variances to targets, and strategically exploiting opportunities while mitigating risks. Providing coaching and mentoring to a highly visible commercial finance team, fostering an environment conducive to their success and professional development. Managing the growth of a team expanding into international markets, leveraging experience and visibility to establish and maintain exemplary standards. Your skillset: Qualified Accountant (minimum 5+ years post qual) Experience of Managing a team of qualified Accountants Ability to build rapport with senior stakeholders and influence decision making Experience working with high volumes of data with the aptitude to understand vast and complex information, and convey in a simple, clear and concise manner Experience working alongside Strategy, Product, Pricing and Supply teams Extremely diligent and delivers on time Organised, task focused and will go the extra mile to get things done You will thrive in an agile, fast-paced environment. Not necessary but would be desirable to have: Experience in travel may be an advantage, but managing a Commercial Finance team you have run will be the most important factor relating to your experience. You will have worked in a business with annual growth exceeding 50% pa You will have worked for a Private Equity business. Perks of joining us: Other than an amazing environment for you to grow, have impact and show the world your incredible skills, we offer the following benefits: Company pension contributions at 5% Individualised training budget for you to learn on the job and level yourself up Discounted holidays for you, your family and friends 25 days of holidays per annum (plus 8 public holidays) increases by 1 day for every second year of service, up to a maximum 30 days per annum Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan and eye care vouchers At loveholidays, we focus on developing an inclusive culture and environment that encourages personal growth and collective success. Each individual offers unique perspectives and ideas that increase the diversity and effectiveness of our teams. And we value the insight and potential you could bring on our continued journey. The interview journey: 1.Talent Acquisition Partner screening (virtual) - 30 mins 2. 1st stage with Finance Director (virtual)- 45 mins 3. 2nd stage with Key Stakeholders - Task and competency based interview (in Office) - 1.5 hours (45m presentation/45m interview) 4. Final stage with key CFO and Selling Director (Virtual/In office)- 45 mins
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Why loveholidays? At loveholidays, we're on a mission to open the world to everyone, giving our customers' unlimited choice, unmatched ease and unmissable value for their next getaway. Our team is the driving force behind our role as our customers' personal holiday expert - the smart way to get away. The impact you'll have: To support loveholidays' goal of becoming Europe's largest dynamic package holiday operator, this position will be instrumental in managing a team of Commercial managers who support the 3 functional areas of the business: Selling, Managing and Scaling. The role is critical in supporting the business flywheel and to ensure targets are stretched and delivered. Responsible for ensuring we build a first class marketplace attracting customers with our value, choice and ease proposition and a depth of travel products from our supplier base. The role works alongside the Head of FP&A and will report into the Commercial Finance Director. The role is based in Hammersmith London and hybrid (3 days in office). Your day-to-day: Full overall responsibility for the Commercial Finance Functions within loveholidays: Spearheading the delivery of annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting for loveholidays for Selling, Managing, and Scaling (incl. International Expansion). Leading a focused Commercial Finance team to strategically stretch revenue targets across all facets of the flywheel, meticulously aligning with the overarching company strategy. Overseeing the Commercial Finance team to ensure stringent cost management within budget constraints, with any additional expenditure supported by compelling business cases for approval in monthly investment committees. Actively participating in the quarterly OKR processes and contributing to the long-term prioritisation strategy to ensure alignment with the objectives of Heads in functional areas. Serving as a key contributor in the Finance Leadership team, showcasing strategic acumen and contributing to high-level decision-making. Demonstrating effective communication skills to engage peers and exerting influence over the Executive team through impactful insights. Undertaking other ad-hoc project work as required, showcasing adaptability and strategic agility in addressing evolving business needs. Utilising exposure and commercial insight to conduct competitor analysis, explaining variances to targets, and strategically exploiting opportunities while mitigating risks. Providing coaching and mentoring to a highly visible commercial finance team, fostering an environment conducive to their success and professional development. Managing the growth of a team expanding into international markets, leveraging experience and visibility to establish and maintain exemplary standards. Your skillset: Qualified Accountant (minimum 5+ years post qual) Experience of Managing a team of qualified Accountants Ability to build rapport with senior stakeholders and influence decision making Experience working with high volumes of data with the aptitude to understand vast and complex information, and convey in a simple, clear and concise manner Experience working alongside Strategy, Product, Pricing and Supply teams Extremely diligent and delivers on time Organised, task focused and will go the extra mile to get things done You will thrive in an agile, fast-paced environment. Not necessary but would be desirable to have: Experience in travel may be an advantage, but managing a Commercial Finance team you have run will be the most important factor relating to your experience. You will have worked in a business with annual growth exceeding 50% pa You will have worked for a Private Equity business. Perks of joining us: Other than an amazing environment for you to grow, have impact and show the world your incredible skills, we offer the following benefits: Company pension contributions at 5% Individualised training budget for you to learn on the job and level yourself up Discounted holidays for you, your family and friends 25 days of holidays per annum (plus 8 public holidays) increases by 1 day for every second year of service, up to a maximum 30 days per annum Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan and eye care vouchers At loveholidays, we focus on developing an inclusive culture and environment that encourages personal growth and collective success. Each individual offers unique perspectives and ideas that increase the diversity and effectiveness of our teams. And we value the insight and potential you could bring on our continued journey. The interview journey: 1.Talent Acquisition Partner screening (virtual) - 30 mins 2. 1st stage with Finance Director (virtual)- 45 mins 3. 2nd stage with Key Stakeholders - Task and competency based interview (in Office) - 1.5 hours (45m presentation/45m interview) 4. Final stage with key CFO and Selling Director (Virtual/In office)- 45 mins
Job Title: Zero Carbon Partnership Project Manager Job reference: 002461 Service Area / Directorate: Corporate Strategy Salary and Grade: G8: £41,510 to £42,512 per annum - (pro rata for part time) Contract: Secondment/Fixed Term up to December 2024 Hours per week: Full time - 37 Location: Hybrid - Oxford Town Hall/Work from home The role The Zero Carbon Partnership Project Manager will play a key role in supporting an ambitious and collaborative programme of carbon reduction - driving Oxford towards net zero carbon emissions by 2040 through delivery of the Zero Carbon Oxford Partnership's (ZCOP) programme of work. ZCOP is a group of Oxford's major institutions and organisations including universities, hospitals, councils and large businesses who have given their support to the aspiration of achieving net zero carbon emissions as a city by 2040. The group has committed to working collaboratively to accelerate carbon reduction and requires a co-ordinator to support the facilitation, delivery and design of this ambitious programme. This innovative partnership approach to city-wide climate action requires significant coordination. As well as being responsible for the secretarial functions of the ZCOP, the successful applicant will oversee, design and co-ordinate activities and projects on behalf of the Partnership intended to facilitate the delivery of emissions reduction, including organising Sprint Groups, collaborative projects, knowledge sharing/capacity building activities, funding applications and being the main point of contact for the Partnership. The successful applicant will be a motivated and highly organised sustainability professional with excellent communication and organisation skills. You will have a proven ability to build consensus, influence and negotiate as well as being familiar with project management tools and approaches to coordinate a complex work programme. Interested? Find out how you can apply below. About us Our ambitious leadership team and dedicated staff are working hard building a world class city for everyone. Oxford City Council has accelerated plans to build more affordable and council housing in the city. We provide services to help reduce inequality and improve the health and wellbeing of Oxford's residents and are taking a lead on reducing emissions and increasing biodiversity to become a net carbon neutral city of the future. We are a supportive and collaborative bunch of people working towards shared goals, where new ideas and initiatives are valued. We strive to deliver service excellence, take accountability for our actions and communicate with honestly and respect. There has never been a more exciting time to join us! Help us to build successful places in which to live and work and build a fairer, greener city in which everyone can thrive. Many of our roles offer flexible or hybrid working. We offer generous holiday 28 days a year with an additional 4 days after 5 years' service We are committed to supporting career development opportunities and learning and development An above average pension offering Plus other great benefits How to apply More information is available on the role profile document. Please read this document to ensure that you meet our requirements. More information about working for the Council, our values and vision, is available on our web site. Applications should be made via our online application system (no CVs please). For further information and how to apply online, please visit or direct link to the advert: If you are unable to access our website please call . Note: For roles that require a DBS Certificate (Enhanced and or Barred List check), candidates are required to supply their complete work history. If you are making an application using a CV please ensure you explain any gaps in your work history. Closing Date: 09 April 2024 Late applications will not be processed Interview Date(s): Week commencing 22 April 2024 For an informal discussion about the post please contact Samantha Morgan-Price on or email We are an equal opportunity employer: We are striving to become a more inclusive employer and to represent the communities that we support. We have policies in place to ensure that every applicant and employee can flourish and succeed. Currently we are underrepresented in some areas, and would particularly welcome applicants from ethnic and minority communities. All applicants will be given fair consideration for work and will not receive less favorable treatment on the grounds of any protected characteristic.
Mar 29, 2024
Contractor
Job Title: Zero Carbon Partnership Project Manager Job reference: 002461 Service Area / Directorate: Corporate Strategy Salary and Grade: G8: £41,510 to £42,512 per annum - (pro rata for part time) Contract: Secondment/Fixed Term up to December 2024 Hours per week: Full time - 37 Location: Hybrid - Oxford Town Hall/Work from home The role The Zero Carbon Partnership Project Manager will play a key role in supporting an ambitious and collaborative programme of carbon reduction - driving Oxford towards net zero carbon emissions by 2040 through delivery of the Zero Carbon Oxford Partnership's (ZCOP) programme of work. ZCOP is a group of Oxford's major institutions and organisations including universities, hospitals, councils and large businesses who have given their support to the aspiration of achieving net zero carbon emissions as a city by 2040. The group has committed to working collaboratively to accelerate carbon reduction and requires a co-ordinator to support the facilitation, delivery and design of this ambitious programme. This innovative partnership approach to city-wide climate action requires significant coordination. As well as being responsible for the secretarial functions of the ZCOP, the successful applicant will oversee, design and co-ordinate activities and projects on behalf of the Partnership intended to facilitate the delivery of emissions reduction, including organising Sprint Groups, collaborative projects, knowledge sharing/capacity building activities, funding applications and being the main point of contact for the Partnership. The successful applicant will be a motivated and highly organised sustainability professional with excellent communication and organisation skills. You will have a proven ability to build consensus, influence and negotiate as well as being familiar with project management tools and approaches to coordinate a complex work programme. Interested? Find out how you can apply below. About us Our ambitious leadership team and dedicated staff are working hard building a world class city for everyone. Oxford City Council has accelerated plans to build more affordable and council housing in the city. We provide services to help reduce inequality and improve the health and wellbeing of Oxford's residents and are taking a lead on reducing emissions and increasing biodiversity to become a net carbon neutral city of the future. We are a supportive and collaborative bunch of people working towards shared goals, where new ideas and initiatives are valued. We strive to deliver service excellence, take accountability for our actions and communicate with honestly and respect. There has never been a more exciting time to join us! Help us to build successful places in which to live and work and build a fairer, greener city in which everyone can thrive. Many of our roles offer flexible or hybrid working. We offer generous holiday 28 days a year with an additional 4 days after 5 years' service We are committed to supporting career development opportunities and learning and development An above average pension offering Plus other great benefits How to apply More information is available on the role profile document. Please read this document to ensure that you meet our requirements. More information about working for the Council, our values and vision, is available on our web site. Applications should be made via our online application system (no CVs please). For further information and how to apply online, please visit or direct link to the advert: If you are unable to access our website please call . Note: For roles that require a DBS Certificate (Enhanced and or Barred List check), candidates are required to supply their complete work history. If you are making an application using a CV please ensure you explain any gaps in your work history. Closing Date: 09 April 2024 Late applications will not be processed Interview Date(s): Week commencing 22 April 2024 For an informal discussion about the post please contact Samantha Morgan-Price on or email We are an equal opportunity employer: We are striving to become a more inclusive employer and to represent the communities that we support. We have policies in place to ensure that every applicant and employee can flourish and succeed. Currently we are underrepresented in some areas, and would particularly welcome applicants from ethnic and minority communities. All applicants will be given fair consideration for work and will not receive less favorable treatment on the grounds of any protected characteristic.
Director, Site Operations, EMEA page is loaded Director, Site Operations, EMEA Apply locations London, England time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R14600 About Vantage Data Centers Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another's experience. Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands. Site Operations Department The Site Operations Department is responsible for the overall health of all mechanical and electrical systems, building maintenance, and performance of all data modules in our data centers. The team is staffed 24 x 7 onsite with Critical Facilities Engineers (CFEs) working on shift. This team is the face of Vantage to our customers and the guarantee of business continuity and excellence of Operations of our campus as well as the performance of our customer installations. Our culture expects and rewards team performance that engages directly with the customers and the facility infrastructure. Position Overview The Director, Site Operations owns the overall operations for one, or more, of our data center campuses and will directly manage a team of CFEs and/or manager-level positions. The Director will interface with Reliability Engineering, Design Engineering & Construction and other resources to manage the overall campus. The Director will manage the workflow/work order management, training plans, event management, customer communications, hiring and performance management of the overall team. Essential Job Functions Manage the operations and engineering functions at the property with the objectives of safely and effectively operating machinery and building systems Manage the site team to ensure a high-level customer experience and the excellence of operations Ensure availability and capacity targets are achieved and maintained for data centers and technical infrastructure for your assigned facility or facilities Encourage and foster a team-oriented environment through positive feedback Hold employees accountable on preventive/corrective maintenance of facilities equipment Ensure customers are satisfied and any issues with their services are resolved quickly and efficiently Must understand the engineering and operational aspects of the building systems and recognize system performance deficiencies immediately and respond to operational and emergency situations Ensure adequate training of all facility engineers and other personnel on electrical/mechanical equipment, system maintenance, repairs and operation Be responsible for the implementation and application of Vantage policies on site relating to safety, security, quality, and information systems Contribute to the documentation of crisis management of the site and application of its process Work in collaboration with Vantage Operations at country level on all aspects of maintenance activities of the technical installations Demonstrate and implement best practices for a smooth customer project implementation, with the aim of completing the project in accordance with the contract, at the agreed price and delivering all other contractual obligations fully Job Requirements Bachelor of Science degree in an Electrical or Mechanical or Technical background or equivalent experience required 10+ years of experience in facility/plant engineering and maintenance supervision, strongly preferred 10+ years of direct managerial experience and interpersonal skills, strongly preferred Experience in Data Center or Critical Infrastructure industries, strongly preferred Experience and knowledge of physical security in a critical environment, strongly preferred Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to communicate internally with team members as well as externally with vendors and other service providers Proven track record of managing through periods of significant people, process and technology change. Excellent planning and organisation skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities and meet tight deadlines Work effectively in collaboration cross-functionally to achieve shared goals and deliver business objectives Travel is expected to be less than 5%, occasionally for training purposes We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations. Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community. Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values. Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Director, Site Operations, EMEA page is loaded Director, Site Operations, EMEA Apply locations London, England time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R14600 About Vantage Data Centers Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another's experience. Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands. Site Operations Department The Site Operations Department is responsible for the overall health of all mechanical and electrical systems, building maintenance, and performance of all data modules in our data centers. The team is staffed 24 x 7 onsite with Critical Facilities Engineers (CFEs) working on shift. This team is the face of Vantage to our customers and the guarantee of business continuity and excellence of Operations of our campus as well as the performance of our customer installations. Our culture expects and rewards team performance that engages directly with the customers and the facility infrastructure. Position Overview The Director, Site Operations owns the overall operations for one, or more, of our data center campuses and will directly manage a team of CFEs and/or manager-level positions. The Director will interface with Reliability Engineering, Design Engineering & Construction and other resources to manage the overall campus. The Director will manage the workflow/work order management, training plans, event management, customer communications, hiring and performance management of the overall team. Essential Job Functions Manage the operations and engineering functions at the property with the objectives of safely and effectively operating machinery and building systems Manage the site team to ensure a high-level customer experience and the excellence of operations Ensure availability and capacity targets are achieved and maintained for data centers and technical infrastructure for your assigned facility or facilities Encourage and foster a team-oriented environment through positive feedback Hold employees accountable on preventive/corrective maintenance of facilities equipment Ensure customers are satisfied and any issues with their services are resolved quickly and efficiently Must understand the engineering and operational aspects of the building systems and recognize system performance deficiencies immediately and respond to operational and emergency situations Ensure adequate training of all facility engineers and other personnel on electrical/mechanical equipment, system maintenance, repairs and operation Be responsible for the implementation and application of Vantage policies on site relating to safety, security, quality, and information systems Contribute to the documentation of crisis management of the site and application of its process Work in collaboration with Vantage Operations at country level on all aspects of maintenance activities of the technical installations Demonstrate and implement best practices for a smooth customer project implementation, with the aim of completing the project in accordance with the contract, at the agreed price and delivering all other contractual obligations fully Job Requirements Bachelor of Science degree in an Electrical or Mechanical or Technical background or equivalent experience required 10+ years of experience in facility/plant engineering and maintenance supervision, strongly preferred 10+ years of direct managerial experience and interpersonal skills, strongly preferred Experience in Data Center or Critical Infrastructure industries, strongly preferred Experience and knowledge of physical security in a critical environment, strongly preferred Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to communicate internally with team members as well as externally with vendors and other service providers Proven track record of managing through periods of significant people, process and technology change. Excellent planning and organisation skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities and meet tight deadlines Work effectively in collaboration cross-functionally to achieve shared goals and deliver business objectives Travel is expected to be less than 5%, occasionally for training purposes We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations. Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community. Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values. Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? At Travelers, we create trusted strategic products and services to unlock the power of our data. Travelers Data Engineering team constructs pipelines that contextualize and provide easy access to data by the entire enterprise. As a Data Engineering, Assistant Vice President you will ingest data from multiple sources and relay information and actionable insights to relevant partners to accelerate growth and transformation of our analytics landscape. Leveraging your extensive technical and business expertise, you will be recognized as a thought leader internally and externally. In this role, you will mentor and lead teams designing and building data solutions that capture, explore, transform and utilize data to support Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and business intelligence/insights. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Implement and develop analytic data products, data movement and data persistence capability from pilot/proof of concept to production, on-going support, and maintenance. Recommend data strategies to support various consumption patterns, including enterprise architectures, platforms and application infrastructure. Oversee the operationalizing and automating of all capabilities to ensure secure, supported and scalable solutions. Present recommendations to senior management and executives and influences decisions at the executive level. Guide and coach senior team members and managers to accelerate career development. Establish functional budgets, policies and practices with impact on functional area. Establish functional strategic objectives. You will be responsible for managing teams of other people leaders engaged in the design, development, and implementation of highly complex data solutions focused on capturing, managing, storing, securing and utilizing structured and unstructured data from internal and external sources. You will be expected to follow and influence technology architecture, design standards, development practices, continuous integration/continues deployment practices and incorporates assurance processes into technology solutions The teams' benefits users across a complex/ large part of the enterprise or a line of business. You will use your knowledge of key business areas to establish functional strategic objectives. Using your industry level knowledge of value creation and business model concepts, you will anticipates business and industry issues to recommend best practices to improve the Data Engineering function across the organization. Interacting with executives and/or major customers using negotiating and influencing skills, you will contributes to the improvement of Travelers' products, services and customers. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Bachelor's Degree in STEM related field or equivalent. Industry level expertise of capabilities and direction of technology coupled with an in-depth knowledge of the technology required and the needs of business environments necessary to lead assigned teams. What is a Must Have? Bachelor's degree or equivalent training with data tools, techniques, and manipulation. Significant data engineering or equivalent experience. Previous management experience. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a basic contribution of 9% of pensionable salary to your Group Personal Pension Plan ("GPPP"). If you decide to contribute an additional amount from your salary, you will receive an increased company contribution up to a maximum of 3%. This would bring the total company contribution to 12%. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals. In addition, our Employee Assistance programme provides access to professional counseling services and other resources to support your daily life needs. Through the EAP, you're eligible for five free counseling sessions with a licensed therapist. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit 0
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? At Travelers, we create trusted strategic products and services to unlock the power of our data. Travelers Data Engineering team constructs pipelines that contextualize and provide easy access to data by the entire enterprise. As a Data Engineering, Assistant Vice President you will ingest data from multiple sources and relay information and actionable insights to relevant partners to accelerate growth and transformation of our analytics landscape. Leveraging your extensive technical and business expertise, you will be recognized as a thought leader internally and externally. In this role, you will mentor and lead teams designing and building data solutions that capture, explore, transform and utilize data to support Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and business intelligence/insights. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Implement and develop analytic data products, data movement and data persistence capability from pilot/proof of concept to production, on-going support, and maintenance. Recommend data strategies to support various consumption patterns, including enterprise architectures, platforms and application infrastructure. Oversee the operationalizing and automating of all capabilities to ensure secure, supported and scalable solutions. Present recommendations to senior management and executives and influences decisions at the executive level. Guide and coach senior team members and managers to accelerate career development. Establish functional budgets, policies and practices with impact on functional area. Establish functional strategic objectives. You will be responsible for managing teams of other people leaders engaged in the design, development, and implementation of highly complex data solutions focused on capturing, managing, storing, securing and utilizing structured and unstructured data from internal and external sources. You will be expected to follow and influence technology architecture, design standards, development practices, continuous integration/continues deployment practices and incorporates assurance processes into technology solutions The teams' benefits users across a complex/ large part of the enterprise or a line of business. You will use your knowledge of key business areas to establish functional strategic objectives. Using your industry level knowledge of value creation and business model concepts, you will anticipates business and industry issues to recommend best practices to improve the Data Engineering function across the organization. Interacting with executives and/or major customers using negotiating and influencing skills, you will contributes to the improvement of Travelers' products, services and customers. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Bachelor's Degree in STEM related field or equivalent. Industry level expertise of capabilities and direction of technology coupled with an in-depth knowledge of the technology required and the needs of business environments necessary to lead assigned teams. What is a Must Have? Bachelor's degree or equivalent training with data tools, techniques, and manipulation. Significant data engineering or equivalent experience. Previous management experience. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a basic contribution of 9% of pensionable salary to your Group Personal Pension Plan ("GPPP"). If you decide to contribute an additional amount from your salary, you will receive an increased company contribution up to a maximum of 3%. This would bring the total company contribution to 12%. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals. In addition, our Employee Assistance programme provides access to professional counseling services and other resources to support your daily life needs. Through the EAP, you're eligible for five free counseling sessions with a licensed therapist. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit 0
Network Manager, Assistant Vice President page is loaded Network Manager, Assistant Vice President Apply locations London, England time type Full time posted on Posted 15 Days Ago job requisition id R-745580 Who we are looking for State Street is recruiting for a Network Manager, AVP to provide oversight of our Agent Bank and Cash Correspondent Bank network. State Street's network consists of over 150 relationships across 103 countries and is an integral part of the operation of the bank with over $42trn in AUCA. As State Street embarks on an exciting period of transformation for the Bank we require an experienced AVP with deep understanding of banking relationships and the complexity of supporting a diverse network. Responsibilities: Key responsibilities of an AVP Network Manager include the due diligence and on-going monitoring of a select number of third party /affiliate custodian relationships. Accountable for completion of key control processes relating to Network Management due diligence and oversight including but not limited to; questionnaire management and assessment, issuance and management of various governing documents, on-site due diligence visits and the maintenance of market related information Contribution to the related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Operating Requirements process reviews. This includes assessment and incorporation of new and relevant criteria into the oversight process as required. Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) to clients and internal business units, supporting State Street Product Organisation business strategies and priorities. Participate in and/or contribute to, internal governance and controls forums. Providing updates to senior management as required to mitigate known and emerging risks. Identify and compose market intelligence from third party sources for onward transmission to SSTB Clients whilst ensuring communication of key regulatory and third party / affiliate changes to internal business units and Governance structures where impacted. Represent SST externally at Industry events and forums. Lobbying with local participants and regulators to develop product and operational efficiencies for SST and its clients. Collaborate within Network Management, the wider Product organisation and other cross-functional partners to ensure SST's compliance with relevant regulatory guidance and obligations. Develop the skills necessary to participate in projects and initiatives as required (e.g. regulatory requests / examinations, agent selection and conversions, change etc.). Act in accordance with Risk Excellence and role model Ethical behaviour and decision making as part of our Way Ahead foundation Perform other duties as required What we value These skills will help you succeed in this role Market knowledge across securities and cash products Subject matter expertise of the Custody family of products; Global Custody, Direct Custody and associated FX and Cash products Industry profile with a track record of engagement and leadership on major industry events Track record of engagement with regulators and market infrastructures globally Strong financial planning skills. Education & Preferred Qualifications Seasoned AVP with 3+ years experience in Network Management or Product Proven leader, strong communicator, consultative approach. Proven change agent with track record of delivery About State Street What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential. Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Discover more at Similar Jobs (1) Operational Readiness Manager, Assistant Vice President locations London, England time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. Our promise to maintain an environment where every employee feels valued and able to meet their full potential infuses our company values. It's also part of our commitment to inclusion, development and engagement, and corporate social responsibility. You'll have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. Join us. 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Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Network Manager, Assistant Vice President page is loaded Network Manager, Assistant Vice President Apply locations London, England time type Full time posted on Posted 15 Days Ago job requisition id R-745580 Who we are looking for State Street is recruiting for a Network Manager, AVP to provide oversight of our Agent Bank and Cash Correspondent Bank network. State Street's network consists of over 150 relationships across 103 countries and is an integral part of the operation of the bank with over $42trn in AUCA. As State Street embarks on an exciting period of transformation for the Bank we require an experienced AVP with deep understanding of banking relationships and the complexity of supporting a diverse network. Responsibilities: Key responsibilities of an AVP Network Manager include the due diligence and on-going monitoring of a select number of third party /affiliate custodian relationships. Accountable for completion of key control processes relating to Network Management due diligence and oversight including but not limited to; questionnaire management and assessment, issuance and management of various governing documents, on-site due diligence visits and the maintenance of market related information Contribution to the related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Operating Requirements process reviews. This includes assessment and incorporation of new and relevant criteria into the oversight process as required. Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) to clients and internal business units, supporting State Street Product Organisation business strategies and priorities. Participate in and/or contribute to, internal governance and controls forums. Providing updates to senior management as required to mitigate known and emerging risks. Identify and compose market intelligence from third party sources for onward transmission to SSTB Clients whilst ensuring communication of key regulatory and third party / affiliate changes to internal business units and Governance structures where impacted. Represent SST externally at Industry events and forums. Lobbying with local participants and regulators to develop product and operational efficiencies for SST and its clients. Collaborate within Network Management, the wider Product organisation and other cross-functional partners to ensure SST's compliance with relevant regulatory guidance and obligations. Develop the skills necessary to participate in projects and initiatives as required (e.g. regulatory requests / examinations, agent selection and conversions, change etc.). Act in accordance with Risk Excellence and role model Ethical behaviour and decision making as part of our Way Ahead foundation Perform other duties as required What we value These skills will help you succeed in this role Market knowledge across securities and cash products Subject matter expertise of the Custody family of products; Global Custody, Direct Custody and associated FX and Cash products Industry profile with a track record of engagement and leadership on major industry events Track record of engagement with regulators and market infrastructures globally Strong financial planning skills. Education & Preferred Qualifications Seasoned AVP with 3+ years experience in Network Management or Product Proven leader, strong communicator, consultative approach. Proven change agent with track record of delivery About State Street What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential. Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Discover more at Similar Jobs (1) Operational Readiness Manager, Assistant Vice President locations London, England time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. Our promise to maintain an environment where every employee feels valued and able to meet their full potential infuses our company values. It's also part of our commitment to inclusion, development and engagement, and corporate social responsibility. You'll have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. Join us. 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Job Title: Business Engagement Manager Location: Birmingham Salary: £40,521 - £41,732 per annum - SS7 Job Type: Permanent, Full-time University College Birmingham works in partnership with the University of Warwick - Ranked eighth in the 2023 Guardian League Tables and 10th in the UK in the QS World University rankings 2023. The Role: University College Birmingham is entering one of the most exciting and ambitious periods of development and we are delighted to be rebranding and reshaping our Business School with a future focused, digital, industry and community-based approach. Under the leadership of a new Executive Dean, we are looking to further expand our engagement with local, regional, and national organisations. The Business Engagement Manager will work to develop and maintain links between the UCB Business School and a wide range of business industries, providing a vital link between academic teams and employers for live projects, knowledge exchange and other curriculum development opportunities. Whilst the ability to appreciate the higher education landscape is beneficial, more important is a keen appreciation for the needs of businesses and identifying opportunities for mutually beneficial collaboration. The Business Engagement Manager will also oversee the operations of our Enterprise Hub, and full-time Enterprise Consultant, to ensure a joined-up approach within the school regarding our business and enterprise relationships. As an award-winning institution, we are proud of our fantastic facilities and innovative approaches in technology and enterprise where we aim to prepare graduates with applied skills that help them to keep pace with a fast-moving digital world and we are looking to expand our small and large business contacts to further enhance that student experience. We are looking for an outstanding and inspirational individual to support our growing external engagement, whilst also working in partnership with the diverse and active community within our campuses in the centre of Birmingham. Benefits: Generous allocation of annual leave 26 days' paid leave per year 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme Employer Contributions - 20.9% Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service. Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology and cycle. Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham Hybrid working opportunities Free on-site gym membership Extra Information: All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education. Closing Date - Friday 5th April 2024 Interview Dates - TBC UCB is an equal opportunities employer. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form. Candidates with experience of: Engagement Manager, Academic Engagement Manager, Academic Marketing Manager, Marketing Officer, Digital Marketing Officer, Online Marketing Manager, Digital Marketing Advisor, Digital Marketing Consultant, Marketing Analyst, Digital Marketing Administrator, Marketing Coordinator, Public Relations Coordinator, Marketing Communications, Communications Manager will also be considered.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Business Engagement Manager Location: Birmingham Salary: £40,521 - £41,732 per annum - SS7 Job Type: Permanent, Full-time University College Birmingham works in partnership with the University of Warwick - Ranked eighth in the 2023 Guardian League Tables and 10th in the UK in the QS World University rankings 2023. The Role: University College Birmingham is entering one of the most exciting and ambitious periods of development and we are delighted to be rebranding and reshaping our Business School with a future focused, digital, industry and community-based approach. Under the leadership of a new Executive Dean, we are looking to further expand our engagement with local, regional, and national organisations. The Business Engagement Manager will work to develop and maintain links between the UCB Business School and a wide range of business industries, providing a vital link between academic teams and employers for live projects, knowledge exchange and other curriculum development opportunities. Whilst the ability to appreciate the higher education landscape is beneficial, more important is a keen appreciation for the needs of businesses and identifying opportunities for mutually beneficial collaboration. The Business Engagement Manager will also oversee the operations of our Enterprise Hub, and full-time Enterprise Consultant, to ensure a joined-up approach within the school regarding our business and enterprise relationships. As an award-winning institution, we are proud of our fantastic facilities and innovative approaches in technology and enterprise where we aim to prepare graduates with applied skills that help them to keep pace with a fast-moving digital world and we are looking to expand our small and large business contacts to further enhance that student experience. We are looking for an outstanding and inspirational individual to support our growing external engagement, whilst also working in partnership with the diverse and active community within our campuses in the centre of Birmingham. Benefits: Generous allocation of annual leave 26 days' paid leave per year 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme Employer Contributions - 20.9% Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service. Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology and cycle. Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham Hybrid working opportunities Free on-site gym membership Extra Information: All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education. Closing Date - Friday 5th April 2024 Interview Dates - TBC UCB is an equal opportunities employer. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form. Candidates with experience of: Engagement Manager, Academic Engagement Manager, Academic Marketing Manager, Marketing Officer, Digital Marketing Officer, Online Marketing Manager, Digital Marketing Advisor, Digital Marketing Consultant, Marketing Analyst, Digital Marketing Administrator, Marketing Coordinator, Public Relations Coordinator, Marketing Communications, Communications Manager will also be considered.
Emergency Call Handler - 28 hours per week We are looking for more heroes who make a difference to people's lives on a daily basis. Are you an Enthusiastic, Motivated, Caring and a flexible team-player who has what it takes to remain calm and customer- focused under pressure? We have an amazing opportunity for Emergency Call Handlers to work as part of our dedicated Resolution teamhandling alarm calls in a 24/7/365 alarm monitoring centre supporting a diverse and largely vulnerable customer base. Within this role you will play a critical role in our response to both emergency and non-emergency calls, providing an essential, life-saving service to our customers. We have a great culture and support and value our staff and customers. No two days are the same and we need someone who is flexible and can quickly adapt to changing situations with the ability to multi-task effectively, who is resilient and comfortable handling emotionally demanding calls to achieve positive outcomes for our customers. It's the responsibility of the Emergency Call Handlers to remain calm, whilst reassuring the customer and gaining all the vital information to manage the situation. You will need to be comfortable navigating systems and used to working to predefined processes. When you receive a call, you are responsible for recording the right information, sometimes under difficult circumstances and offering reassurance to the caller, while assessing the support they need. Not every call you deal with will be a matter of life or death but the way you listen, interpret and deal with the calls will make a vital difference to the customers we serve every day. In return, you will receive a salary (based on a 28hr week) of £19,350, which is inclusive of location allowance. In addition, generous allowances are payable for weekend and unsociable hours - you will be expected to work within a rota which includes these periods. You'll work a mixture of early and late shifts between the hours of 7am and 10pm. As part of AXA Health, Taking Care provides around the clock support to over 110,000 customers through our personal alarm service, we give our customers the confidence to live safely, well and remain in the home they love. Chichester Careline is part of Taking Care based in Florence Road, Chichester PO19 7QU and provides around the clock support to vulnerable clients. Caring for our customers is at the heart of everything we do. We love what we do and are proud of the service we provide. To view our Values and Vision, click here. Start Date - Monday 1st April 2024 You will need to commit to an initial 4 weeks' training period (5 full days a week). When you leave training, you will continue to work in a supported environment in our control centre for a further 2 weeks with your fellow trainees, with a mentor available to assist you if needed. Having an open, approachable environment in our offices is really important to us, so our team of managers and shift leaders will continue to be available for support and guidance once you are working independently. What does the day in the life of our Emergency Call Handlers look like? No day is the same and we need someone to join us who can be flexible and adapt to changing situations with the ability to multi-task effectively, This is a varied and busy role and therefore an excellent telephone manner, flexibility and resilience are essential qualities we look for. To give you an idea a typical day as an Emergency Call Handler will involve Evaluating inbound calls from our customer's alarm systems and managing an appropriate response in accordance with company procedures. Assessing, controlling and arranging a swift and appropriate response to emergency situations by calling the fire, police or ambulance service Accurately recording details of all calls received and made using CRM system and other databases Making quick judgement calls based on the information provided by customers in traumatic and life endangering situations Checking during each call that the customer record is complete, relevant and up to date Development and Training our people is really important to us, however we will need you to have the following skills and experience to be able to perform the role. Experience of handling problems and difficult situations calmly and effectively under pressure Confident, professional and caring with a patient manner on the telephone Experience of dealing with Customers Experience in using various systems to keep records updated and use of Microsoft Packages Flexible and adaptable to change The ability to multitask and follow procedures with an inquisitive nature Able to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail Demonstrate previous experience in a care, customer service or call centre environment Experience of supporting/advising these groups is desirable The role will be subject to a Enhanced DBS check and reference checks, which will need to be carried out before you can commence working, in line with our security policy. We offer fantastic benefits including: 34 days holiday which is inclusive of bank holidays and your birthday off! Opportunity to partake in Shareplan Life Insurance and Medical Insurance Lite Wellness Programmes Long Service Awards, Discount Scheme, On-site Parking and Casual dress Cycle to Work Scheme Learning and Development Opportunities Hybrid Working - There may be the opportunity to work from home on some shifts once you have passed the six months' probation satisfactorily. We are open to speaking to people from all industries, if you would like to work for a business that really makes a difference to peoples lives, then we'd love to hear from you. Please click 'apply' today to be considered as our Emergency Call Handler
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Emergency Call Handler - 28 hours per week We are looking for more heroes who make a difference to people's lives on a daily basis. Are you an Enthusiastic, Motivated, Caring and a flexible team-player who has what it takes to remain calm and customer- focused under pressure? We have an amazing opportunity for Emergency Call Handlers to work as part of our dedicated Resolution teamhandling alarm calls in a 24/7/365 alarm monitoring centre supporting a diverse and largely vulnerable customer base. Within this role you will play a critical role in our response to both emergency and non-emergency calls, providing an essential, life-saving service to our customers. We have a great culture and support and value our staff and customers. No two days are the same and we need someone who is flexible and can quickly adapt to changing situations with the ability to multi-task effectively, who is resilient and comfortable handling emotionally demanding calls to achieve positive outcomes for our customers. It's the responsibility of the Emergency Call Handlers to remain calm, whilst reassuring the customer and gaining all the vital information to manage the situation. You will need to be comfortable navigating systems and used to working to predefined processes. When you receive a call, you are responsible for recording the right information, sometimes under difficult circumstances and offering reassurance to the caller, while assessing the support they need. Not every call you deal with will be a matter of life or death but the way you listen, interpret and deal with the calls will make a vital difference to the customers we serve every day. In return, you will receive a salary (based on a 28hr week) of £19,350, which is inclusive of location allowance. In addition, generous allowances are payable for weekend and unsociable hours - you will be expected to work within a rota which includes these periods. You'll work a mixture of early and late shifts between the hours of 7am and 10pm. As part of AXA Health, Taking Care provides around the clock support to over 110,000 customers through our personal alarm service, we give our customers the confidence to live safely, well and remain in the home they love. Chichester Careline is part of Taking Care based in Florence Road, Chichester PO19 7QU and provides around the clock support to vulnerable clients. Caring for our customers is at the heart of everything we do. We love what we do and are proud of the service we provide. To view our Values and Vision, click here. Start Date - Monday 1st April 2024 You will need to commit to an initial 4 weeks' training period (5 full days a week). When you leave training, you will continue to work in a supported environment in our control centre for a further 2 weeks with your fellow trainees, with a mentor available to assist you if needed. Having an open, approachable environment in our offices is really important to us, so our team of managers and shift leaders will continue to be available for support and guidance once you are working independently. What does the day in the life of our Emergency Call Handlers look like? No day is the same and we need someone to join us who can be flexible and adapt to changing situations with the ability to multi-task effectively, This is a varied and busy role and therefore an excellent telephone manner, flexibility and resilience are essential qualities we look for. To give you an idea a typical day as an Emergency Call Handler will involve Evaluating inbound calls from our customer's alarm systems and managing an appropriate response in accordance with company procedures. Assessing, controlling and arranging a swift and appropriate response to emergency situations by calling the fire, police or ambulance service Accurately recording details of all calls received and made using CRM system and other databases Making quick judgement calls based on the information provided by customers in traumatic and life endangering situations Checking during each call that the customer record is complete, relevant and up to date Development and Training our people is really important to us, however we will need you to have the following skills and experience to be able to perform the role. Experience of handling problems and difficult situations calmly and effectively under pressure Confident, professional and caring with a patient manner on the telephone Experience of dealing with Customers Experience in using various systems to keep records updated and use of Microsoft Packages Flexible and adaptable to change The ability to multitask and follow procedures with an inquisitive nature Able to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail Demonstrate previous experience in a care, customer service or call centre environment Experience of supporting/advising these groups is desirable The role will be subject to a Enhanced DBS check and reference checks, which will need to be carried out before you can commence working, in line with our security policy. We offer fantastic benefits including: 34 days holiday which is inclusive of bank holidays and your birthday off! Opportunity to partake in Shareplan Life Insurance and Medical Insurance Lite Wellness Programmes Long Service Awards, Discount Scheme, On-site Parking and Casual dress Cycle to Work Scheme Learning and Development Opportunities Hybrid Working - There may be the opportunity to work from home on some shifts once you have passed the six months' probation satisfactorily. We are open to speaking to people from all industries, if you would like to work for a business that really makes a difference to peoples lives, then we'd love to hear from you. Please click 'apply' today to be considered as our Emergency Call Handler
Facility Design Engineering Team Leader Location : Aldermaston, Berkshire Package 60,000 - 80,000 (depending on your suitability and level of experience) As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include: Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours (including Bank Holidays) of annual leave - plus every other Friday off work! Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution) Life Assurance Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site Relocation assistance (T&C's apply) We have hugely exciting challenges ahead at AWE as we invest in our next generation deterrent infrastructure. This role is part of the leadership team in our Capital Engineering function at AWE, which works in partnership to support three significant delivery portfolios: firstly our Future Materials Campus, for new nuclear production facilities. Secondly, our Cross Conventional programme for new explosive, chemi-toxic and conventional production facilities. Finally, our Liabilities programme for the decommissioning, demolition and disposal of legacy production facilities and equipment including some site security projects. We are seeking a talented and people-focused Facility Design Engineering Management Team Leader, to lead, coach and develop a large technical team of design engineering managers, providing direction to team members and understanding business requirements. To be successful you must be a highly proactive and adaptable engineering leader, with excellent people management and communication skills. As well as managing your team, you will be transforming the way we work by embracing new tools and technologies, simplifying our ways of working and engaging with our many supply chain partners to establish best practice learning and development. As a people leader, you will need to ensure that we attract, develop and retain the workforce to meet the needs of our vital UK government mission.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Facility Design Engineering Team Leader Location : Aldermaston, Berkshire Package 60,000 - 80,000 (depending on your suitability and level of experience) As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include: Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours (including Bank Holidays) of annual leave - plus every other Friday off work! Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution) Life Assurance Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site Relocation assistance (T&C's apply) We have hugely exciting challenges ahead at AWE as we invest in our next generation deterrent infrastructure. This role is part of the leadership team in our Capital Engineering function at AWE, which works in partnership to support three significant delivery portfolios: firstly our Future Materials Campus, for new nuclear production facilities. Secondly, our Cross Conventional programme for new explosive, chemi-toxic and conventional production facilities. Finally, our Liabilities programme for the decommissioning, demolition and disposal of legacy production facilities and equipment including some site security projects. We are seeking a talented and people-focused Facility Design Engineering Management Team Leader, to lead, coach and develop a large technical team of design engineering managers, providing direction to team members and understanding business requirements. To be successful you must be a highly proactive and adaptable engineering leader, with excellent people management and communication skills. As well as managing your team, you will be transforming the way we work by embracing new tools and technologies, simplifying our ways of working and engaging with our many supply chain partners to establish best practice learning and development. As a people leader, you will need to ensure that we attract, develop and retain the workforce to meet the needs of our vital UK government mission.
About You A person to proactive and professional, manage and grow local corporate sales opportunities and profitability through excellent customer service. This is an office-based role and requires excellent commercial awareness, communication and relationship building skills. Sytner Group are the leading retail partner of BMW UK showcasing exceptional performance in the corporate sales sector. Our team of experts cover an extensive range of corporate business from broker sales channel to large end user. Due to record-breaking growth in 2023 and continuing in 2024 we are looking for a Corporate Sales Manager to drive new sales and greater relationships with local businesses throughout Worcester and surrounding area. Who we work with is everything to us, our relationships with customers and colleagues really matters. We love working with people who think like we do supporting and developing our local corporate community. Your day will involve combining fantastic customer service skills, commercial acumen, flair for sales, and your excellent coordination skills to help us achieve our ambitious growth plans for the business. About the Role Typically, the job will involve developing and managing sales with businesses in your local area and ensuring delivery against sales targets.You will manage existing and create new relationships at your site. As well as growing these accounts, you'll identify other areas to develop new partnerships with. • You will coordinate the involvement of sales, marketing, pricing, operations and service delivery teams and use your relationship management and strong communication skills to meet and exceed targets. • Build a portfolio of strategic local corporate accounts and develop new relationships to identify and convert new business opportunities. • Where required, lead and/or contribute to the winning of new customer accounts; including making presentations, engaging in negotiations, ensuring follow-up and production of necessary documentation. • Manage the overall sales pipeline to ensure achievement of annual sales targets. • Contribute to the wider development of effective business strategies, priorities and market propositions, drawing on your own knowledge, understanding and interpretation of local markets, competitors and end customers. • Contribute to the development and implementation of marketing strategies and initiatives designed to raise awareness, generate leads and new business opportunities. • Comply with the required standards of sales excellence and best practice, operating effectively and with efficiency, in line with all legal and regulatory requirements. Why Sytner? Sytner Group are delighted to provide an industry-leading benefits package. We are passionate about continuous improvement and building an environment where everyone feels valued, appreciated and able to reach their full potential. Enhanced Holiday Entitlement - 33 days inc. bank holidays Industry-leading Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay Career Development Recognition of Long Service every 5 years Discounted Car Schemes High Street Discounts Discounted Gym memberships Cycle to work scheme One day a year paid voluntary / community work Business social events At Sytner, our values and the way we behave are important to us. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, supporting our colleagues to thrive and achieve their full potential. We are committed to creating an equitable environment and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. As part of our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, you have the right to ask for changes / adjustments to job interviews and the recruitment process. For more information around reasonable adjustments and the recruitment process please click here. Unsure? Read on We represent over 23 of the world's most prestige vehicle brands, across our 140 UK dealerships. We pride ourselves on 'Developing Talent and 'Building Careers' and our colleagues recently scored Sytner Group an outstanding 89% on our colleague engagement survey.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
About You A person to proactive and professional, manage and grow local corporate sales opportunities and profitability through excellent customer service. This is an office-based role and requires excellent commercial awareness, communication and relationship building skills. Sytner Group are the leading retail partner of BMW UK showcasing exceptional performance in the corporate sales sector. Our team of experts cover an extensive range of corporate business from broker sales channel to large end user. Due to record-breaking growth in 2023 and continuing in 2024 we are looking for a Corporate Sales Manager to drive new sales and greater relationships with local businesses throughout Worcester and surrounding area. Who we work with is everything to us, our relationships with customers and colleagues really matters. We love working with people who think like we do supporting and developing our local corporate community. Your day will involve combining fantastic customer service skills, commercial acumen, flair for sales, and your excellent coordination skills to help us achieve our ambitious growth plans for the business. About the Role Typically, the job will involve developing and managing sales with businesses in your local area and ensuring delivery against sales targets.You will manage existing and create new relationships at your site. As well as growing these accounts, you'll identify other areas to develop new partnerships with. • You will coordinate the involvement of sales, marketing, pricing, operations and service delivery teams and use your relationship management and strong communication skills to meet and exceed targets. • Build a portfolio of strategic local corporate accounts and develop new relationships to identify and convert new business opportunities. • Where required, lead and/or contribute to the winning of new customer accounts; including making presentations, engaging in negotiations, ensuring follow-up and production of necessary documentation. • Manage the overall sales pipeline to ensure achievement of annual sales targets. • Contribute to the wider development of effective business strategies, priorities and market propositions, drawing on your own knowledge, understanding and interpretation of local markets, competitors and end customers. • Contribute to the development and implementation of marketing strategies and initiatives designed to raise awareness, generate leads and new business opportunities. • Comply with the required standards of sales excellence and best practice, operating effectively and with efficiency, in line with all legal and regulatory requirements. Why Sytner? Sytner Group are delighted to provide an industry-leading benefits package. We are passionate about continuous improvement and building an environment where everyone feels valued, appreciated and able to reach their full potential. Enhanced Holiday Entitlement - 33 days inc. bank holidays Industry-leading Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay Career Development Recognition of Long Service every 5 years Discounted Car Schemes High Street Discounts Discounted Gym memberships Cycle to work scheme One day a year paid voluntary / community work Business social events At Sytner, our values and the way we behave are important to us. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, supporting our colleagues to thrive and achieve their full potential. We are committed to creating an equitable environment and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. As part of our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, you have the right to ask for changes / adjustments to job interviews and the recruitment process. For more information around reasonable adjustments and the recruitment process please click here. Unsure? Read on We represent over 23 of the world's most prestige vehicle brands, across our 140 UK dealerships. We pride ourselves on 'Developing Talent and 'Building Careers' and our colleagues recently scored Sytner Group an outstanding 89% on our colleague engagement survey.
Are you passionate about Procurement, especially GNFR? Do you have proven negotiation and procurement skills in a large multi-faceted business? Are you someone who enjoys teamwork and values integrity?If so, come and join us as a proactive and results driven Procurement Manager (GNFR) to be part of our journey in becoming the market leader plumbing, heating, and sustainable heating solutions.The Role: As the Procurement Manager (GNFR) will be accountable for developing and executing category strategies and strong supplier relationships to deliver optimum value for money, cost savings and risk management whilst ensuring quality and excellent customer service is achieved for the company.Key Responsibilities Proven category management experience in sourcing and managing a broad range of direct/indirect/Director office support categories gained within the GNFR environment.Maintaining consistent and professional approach to all sourcing activity through structured and cross-functional working practices, whilst building strong supplier relationships as well as leading stakeholders through the full end-to-end sourcing process.Driving procurement processes and taking responsibility for leading contract and service level agreement (SLA) negotiations. Ensure clear accountabilities, timelines and deliverables are established; and ongoing status routinely communicated to projects teams and stakeholders.Proactively managing new suppliers, services and service extensions in conjunction with business sponsors and other stakeholders to maximise the benefits sought, e.g. financial, operational, risk mitigation etc.Providing relevant reports, information and updates to our senior leaders and supporting the functional budget holders in their application of procurement tools, templates and tender activity.Develop strong internal relationships, securing sponsorship and confidence in procurement from its stakeholders, and drive our ambition to provide an exceptional procurement and vendor management service to our business.Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills with a systematic and logical approach to problem solving and the ability to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines.Liaise with Risk Management, Legal Counsel, and Finance as needed.This is a hybrid-based opportunity with true flexibility to work from home, but you should be within commutable distance of any of our four offices - Aston (Birmingham), Crick (Northampton), Glasgow (Scotland), Salford (Manchester).You: You'll live and breathe our passion for Procurement with significant experience in GNFR. You'll enjoy working collaboratively with the wider Procurement team and you'll be committed to acting with integrity and honesty in everything you do.Skills and competencies Previous experience in a similar role (e.g. Vendor Manager, Category Manager, Procurement Manager).Experience in customer/vendor facing role, where you would investigate complex needs and source resolutions.Strong market knowledge and evidence of utilising that knowledge to make changes to procurement plans and business decisions.Knowledge of strategic sourcing requirements and practices.Experience and knowledge of financial systems in a business environment.Experience working with contracts or on contract renewals.Us: From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Are you passionate about Procurement, especially GNFR? Do you have proven negotiation and procurement skills in a large multi-faceted business? Are you someone who enjoys teamwork and values integrity?If so, come and join us as a proactive and results driven Procurement Manager (GNFR) to be part of our journey in becoming the market leader plumbing, heating, and sustainable heating solutions.The Role: As the Procurement Manager (GNFR) will be accountable for developing and executing category strategies and strong supplier relationships to deliver optimum value for money, cost savings and risk management whilst ensuring quality and excellent customer service is achieved for the company.Key Responsibilities Proven category management experience in sourcing and managing a broad range of direct/indirect/Director office support categories gained within the GNFR environment.Maintaining consistent and professional approach to all sourcing activity through structured and cross-functional working practices, whilst building strong supplier relationships as well as leading stakeholders through the full end-to-end sourcing process.Driving procurement processes and taking responsibility for leading contract and service level agreement (SLA) negotiations. Ensure clear accountabilities, timelines and deliverables are established; and ongoing status routinely communicated to projects teams and stakeholders.Proactively managing new suppliers, services and service extensions in conjunction with business sponsors and other stakeholders to maximise the benefits sought, e.g. financial, operational, risk mitigation etc.Providing relevant reports, information and updates to our senior leaders and supporting the functional budget holders in their application of procurement tools, templates and tender activity.Develop strong internal relationships, securing sponsorship and confidence in procurement from its stakeholders, and drive our ambition to provide an exceptional procurement and vendor management service to our business.Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills with a systematic and logical approach to problem solving and the ability to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines.Liaise with Risk Management, Legal Counsel, and Finance as needed.This is a hybrid-based opportunity with true flexibility to work from home, but you should be within commutable distance of any of our four offices - Aston (Birmingham), Crick (Northampton), Glasgow (Scotland), Salford (Manchester).You: You'll live and breathe our passion for Procurement with significant experience in GNFR. You'll enjoy working collaboratively with the wider Procurement team and you'll be committed to acting with integrity and honesty in everything you do.Skills and competencies Previous experience in a similar role (e.g. Vendor Manager, Category Manager, Procurement Manager).Experience in customer/vendor facing role, where you would investigate complex needs and source resolutions.Strong market knowledge and evidence of utilising that knowledge to make changes to procurement plans and business decisions.Knowledge of strategic sourcing requirements and practices.Experience and knowledge of financial systems in a business environment.Experience working with contracts or on contract renewals.Us: From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.
Description About this role Role description: This is a Vice President position within the Fundamental Credit team. The candidate will report to The EMEA Head of Research and work closely with the portfolio managers in assessing credit opportunities. The candidate will be responsible for rigorous credit-orientated fundamental research across the corporate capital structure and monitoring investments for High Yield, Leveraged Loan and Long/Short Credit portfolios. Responsibilities: Conduct fundamental credit research across the corporate capital structure. Cover one or several industry sectors, analysing and explaining economic, competitive and political drivers that impact a borrower's credit quality and assessing relative value. Contribute trade ideas and discuss them with the portfolio managers, participate in relative value and trade structuring discussions. Interact with management teams, industry sources, other analysts, sell-side analysts, and other investment professionals. Assimilate and filter various sources of information to develop long term, well-researched investment theses on credits, sectors and issuers. Create historical and projected financial models, analyse key financial and operational metrics, develop deep valuation. Communicate credit opinions and investment recommendations orally and in writing to Portfolio Managers, other analysts, credit and advisory committees and external clients. Skills, experience and education: Proven experience of identifying profitable investment opportunities based on extensive fundamental research on leveraged issuers in European credit market Expert in credit/financial statement analysis, with specific experience analysing companies, fixed income securities, credit derivatives and equity investments Familiarity and experience with bond and loan covenants - familiarity with leveraged loan credits and syndication processes in beneficial but not essential Advanced financial analysis and modelling skills with specific experience in one of several of the following: analysing companies, fixed income securities or equity investments Inquisitive nature, driven to excel in all aspects of the analytical process and in assessing opportunities through different asset classes Enquiring and analytically minded with a logical and thorough work ethic Must possess the desire and ability to work in a team-orientated environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Must be fluent in English Fluency in a second language is preferred Our benefits To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. Our hybrid work model BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person - aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock. About BlackRock At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress. This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit Twitter: LinkedIn: BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Description About this role Role description: This is a Vice President position within the Fundamental Credit team. The candidate will report to The EMEA Head of Research and work closely with the portfolio managers in assessing credit opportunities. The candidate will be responsible for rigorous credit-orientated fundamental research across the corporate capital structure and monitoring investments for High Yield, Leveraged Loan and Long/Short Credit portfolios. Responsibilities: Conduct fundamental credit research across the corporate capital structure. Cover one or several industry sectors, analysing and explaining economic, competitive and political drivers that impact a borrower's credit quality and assessing relative value. Contribute trade ideas and discuss them with the portfolio managers, participate in relative value and trade structuring discussions. Interact with management teams, industry sources, other analysts, sell-side analysts, and other investment professionals. Assimilate and filter various sources of information to develop long term, well-researched investment theses on credits, sectors and issuers. Create historical and projected financial models, analyse key financial and operational metrics, develop deep valuation. Communicate credit opinions and investment recommendations orally and in writing to Portfolio Managers, other analysts, credit and advisory committees and external clients. Skills, experience and education: Proven experience of identifying profitable investment opportunities based on extensive fundamental research on leveraged issuers in European credit market Expert in credit/financial statement analysis, with specific experience analysing companies, fixed income securities, credit derivatives and equity investments Familiarity and experience with bond and loan covenants - familiarity with leveraged loan credits and syndication processes in beneficial but not essential Advanced financial analysis and modelling skills with specific experience in one of several of the following: analysing companies, fixed income securities or equity investments Inquisitive nature, driven to excel in all aspects of the analytical process and in assessing opportunities through different asset classes Enquiring and analytically minded with a logical and thorough work ethic Must possess the desire and ability to work in a team-orientated environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Must be fluent in English Fluency in a second language is preferred Our benefits To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. Our hybrid work model BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person - aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock. About BlackRock At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress. This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit Twitter: LinkedIn: BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.
Our client is one of the largest partnerships businesses in the UK. An exciting opportunity for an Assistant Technical Manager has become available for our client. As the Assistant Technical Manager, you will be responsible for assisting the Technical Manager to coordinate key information, engineering and working drawing packages to enable any given development to be built as intended and to obtain click apply for full job details
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Our client is one of the largest partnerships businesses in the UK. An exciting opportunity for an Assistant Technical Manager has become available for our client. As the Assistant Technical Manager, you will be responsible for assisting the Technical Manager to coordinate key information, engineering and working drawing packages to enable any given development to be built as intended and to obtain click apply for full job details