Overview of the Role We are seeking an experienced SAP transformation Senior Manager to be a part of the Finance Transformation Advisory practice, with a proven track record of delivering business solutions across the Finance function enabled by SAP and Non-SAP technologies. You will possess deep expertise to clearly define the business impact of technologies (SAP S/4HANA and others) and implications to the wider business. This skill set enables the individual to discuss new technology and data-driven business models and to set up respective transformation programmes, leveraging the full suite of our client's products and services. You shall understand how to embed S/4HANA software functionalities in the larger context of finance transformation. You will be working alongside our established technical architects, digital specialists, consulting and award-winning SAP delivery teams to help our clients scope & envision their future business model, build the case for change, design & build their S/4HANA-enabled transformation and support the rollout and adoption. As part of your role, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the business and your own personal growth, through activities that form part of the following categories: Business Development - Leading/contributing to proposals, RFPs, bids, proposition development, client pitch contribution, client hosting at events. Internal contribution - Campaign development, internal think tanks, whitepapers, practice development (operations, recruitment, team events & activities), offering development. Learning & Development - Training to support your career development and the skills demanded within the company, certifications etc. The Work No matter the project or customer, your work will have a meaningful impact on society, businesses and lives. It's really rewarding. And it's also really varied. You'll potentially work on a huge variety of projects (some larger than others), so you could gain lots of experience in a short amount of time. Why This Role As a Senior Manager, you are primarily responsible for the delivery of Finance Transformation Programs, supporting pursuits and coaching and developing junior members of the team. Key expectations from this role include: Support the growth of the Finance Transformation advisory consulting business Inspire clients with thought leadership on technology trends and opportunities in the Finance space Respond to RFP/RFIs and broaden the footprint in existing client relationships. Pursue and cultivate trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders and the internal leadership team. Develop and collate intellectual capital and points of view and create distinctive knowledge initiatives, which result in significant client impact and strengthen our client's external reputation. Programme Delivery: Define, design and deliver large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation programs by leveraging your SAP Finance expertise in collaboration with our client and their broader group. Understand current and future client needs in the context of market dynamics and apply insights to recommend short and/or long-term value creation for the client. Ensure the quality of the work is truly distinctive in its focus on client impact and tangible results Responsible for teaming up and collaborating: Play a key role as a member of the Corporate Experience practice. Collaborate with Client Account leadership to drive the strategic point of view, gain agreement upfront on pricing, ensure delivery expectations are met, and resolve open issues related to the client's Invent sales and delivery. Demonstrate a passion for the business and constant focus on outstanding performance. We'd Love to Meet Someone With Ability to design solutions for Finance processes end to end. Technical understanding of SAP Finance offerings with hands-on experiences and working knowledge on Non-SAP "best of breed" finance solutions Experience in proposition building and delivery. Track record of overseeing and delivering large-scale digital transformation projects, delivering tangible results and benefits for clients Currently working in a major consulting firm with a proven ability to be successful in matrixed organisations You should be self-motivated, highly analytical and strategic person who comes with a 'hands-on', pragmatic approach. A team player who enjoys building and developing teams with a high degree of collaborative and innovative spirit. To apply please click the "Apply" button and follow the instructions. For further discussion, please contact Sam Stark. 83zero Limited is a boutique Tech & Data Recruitment Consultancy based in the UK. We provide high-quality interim and permanent Tech & Data professionals.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Overview of the Role We are seeking an experienced SAP transformation Senior Manager to be a part of the Finance Transformation Advisory practice, with a proven track record of delivering business solutions across the Finance function enabled by SAP and Non-SAP technologies. You will possess deep expertise to clearly define the business impact of technologies (SAP S/4HANA and others) and implications to the wider business. This skill set enables the individual to discuss new technology and data-driven business models and to set up respective transformation programmes, leveraging the full suite of our client's products and services. You shall understand how to embed S/4HANA software functionalities in the larger context of finance transformation. You will be working alongside our established technical architects, digital specialists, consulting and award-winning SAP delivery teams to help our clients scope & envision their future business model, build the case for change, design & build their S/4HANA-enabled transformation and support the rollout and adoption. As part of your role, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the business and your own personal growth, through activities that form part of the following categories: Business Development - Leading/contributing to proposals, RFPs, bids, proposition development, client pitch contribution, client hosting at events. Internal contribution - Campaign development, internal think tanks, whitepapers, practice development (operations, recruitment, team events & activities), offering development. Learning & Development - Training to support your career development and the skills demanded within the company, certifications etc. The Work No matter the project or customer, your work will have a meaningful impact on society, businesses and lives. It's really rewarding. And it's also really varied. You'll potentially work on a huge variety of projects (some larger than others), so you could gain lots of experience in a short amount of time. Why This Role As a Senior Manager, you are primarily responsible for the delivery of Finance Transformation Programs, supporting pursuits and coaching and developing junior members of the team. Key expectations from this role include: Support the growth of the Finance Transformation advisory consulting business Inspire clients with thought leadership on technology trends and opportunities in the Finance space Respond to RFP/RFIs and broaden the footprint in existing client relationships. Pursue and cultivate trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders and the internal leadership team. Develop and collate intellectual capital and points of view and create distinctive knowledge initiatives, which result in significant client impact and strengthen our client's external reputation. Programme Delivery: Define, design and deliver large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation programs by leveraging your SAP Finance expertise in collaboration with our client and their broader group. Understand current and future client needs in the context of market dynamics and apply insights to recommend short and/or long-term value creation for the client. Ensure the quality of the work is truly distinctive in its focus on client impact and tangible results Responsible for teaming up and collaborating: Play a key role as a member of the Corporate Experience practice. Collaborate with Client Account leadership to drive the strategic point of view, gain agreement upfront on pricing, ensure delivery expectations are met, and resolve open issues related to the client's Invent sales and delivery. Demonstrate a passion for the business and constant focus on outstanding performance. We'd Love to Meet Someone With Ability to design solutions for Finance processes end to end. Technical understanding of SAP Finance offerings with hands-on experiences and working knowledge on Non-SAP "best of breed" finance solutions Experience in proposition building and delivery. Track record of overseeing and delivering large-scale digital transformation projects, delivering tangible results and benefits for clients Currently working in a major consulting firm with a proven ability to be successful in matrixed organisations You should be self-motivated, highly analytical and strategic person who comes with a 'hands-on', pragmatic approach. A team player who enjoys building and developing teams with a high degree of collaborative and innovative spirit. To apply please click the "Apply" button and follow the instructions. For further discussion, please contact Sam Stark. 83zero Limited is a boutique Tech & Data Recruitment Consultancy based in the UK. We provide high-quality interim and permanent Tech & Data professionals.
Hybrid Progression opportunities Excellent office culture Our wonderful client, who are a design agency based near Uxbridge, are seeking a Junior Project Coordinator who will report into the Senior Account Manager, where you will work alongside their project teams and clients supporting the smooth delivery of projects. Start Date: end of May/June 2024 This is a permanent & hybrid position, Office (3 days - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) Remote (2 days - Monday & Friday) Project Coordinator - brief overview: As an extension of the onsite team, you are to: ? Build trust through pro-activeness and technical support. ? Be approachable at all times with a willingness to listen and solve issues. ? Be commercially aware at all times.? Be responsible for ensuring that all artwork projects are managed clearly and consistently once briefed by the Project Manager.? Managing the clear and consistent updates of project management systems.? Ensure clear, concise and accurate communication between the Studio and onsite Project Delivery Managers.? Ensure the client's onsite management tool is kept up to date.? Ensure all supplier and printer information is available for the studio to release artwork.INFORMATION MANAGEMENT? Help maintain client systems, ensuring all information is 100% accurate at all times to support the Project Managers and Account Managers.? Support all workload through production, liaising closely with the production hubs and Project Managers.? Raise any issues immediately whether client, production or team related to the Project Manager.SKILLS & EXPERIENCE? Strong organisational skills along with the ability to multitask.? Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.? Ensure good attention to detail.? Be flexible and hardworking.? Be a team player, with an efficient and proactive approach.? Smart appearance and professional attitude.? Be approachable and trustworthy.? PC literate - Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat.Please apply now if you have the relevant experience and would like to know further details on this position. Thank you and good luck!
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Hybrid Progression opportunities Excellent office culture Our wonderful client, who are a design agency based near Uxbridge, are seeking a Junior Project Coordinator who will report into the Senior Account Manager, where you will work alongside their project teams and clients supporting the smooth delivery of projects. Start Date: end of May/June 2024 This is a permanent & hybrid position, Office (3 days - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) Remote (2 days - Monday & Friday) Project Coordinator - brief overview: As an extension of the onsite team, you are to: ? Build trust through pro-activeness and technical support. ? Be approachable at all times with a willingness to listen and solve issues. ? Be commercially aware at all times.? Be responsible for ensuring that all artwork projects are managed clearly and consistently once briefed by the Project Manager.? Managing the clear and consistent updates of project management systems.? Ensure clear, concise and accurate communication between the Studio and onsite Project Delivery Managers.? Ensure the client's onsite management tool is kept up to date.? Ensure all supplier and printer information is available for the studio to release artwork.INFORMATION MANAGEMENT? Help maintain client systems, ensuring all information is 100% accurate at all times to support the Project Managers and Account Managers.? Support all workload through production, liaising closely with the production hubs and Project Managers.? Raise any issues immediately whether client, production or team related to the Project Manager.SKILLS & EXPERIENCE? Strong organisational skills along with the ability to multitask.? Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.? Ensure good attention to detail.? Be flexible and hardworking.? Be a team player, with an efficient and proactive approach.? Smart appearance and professional attitude.? Be approachable and trustworthy.? PC literate - Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat.Please apply now if you have the relevant experience and would like to know further details on this position. Thank you and good luck!
This is a fantastic opportunity for a SAP Senior Project Manager to join one of the world's top 10 IT service providers delivering solutions to more than 9,000 customers worldwide. Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions Role Info: SAP Senior Project ManagerUK Remote / Occasional Visits to Office and Client Sites as RequiredUp to £105,000 per annum Plus Bonus and Benefits Permanent - Full Time Product / Service: Global authority in Enterprise SAP Consulting & SAP Managed ServicesValues: Clients First, Foresight and Teamwork Who we are: We are a global SAP Platinum Partner with over 9,000 SAP experts across 29 countries. We have a range of businesses, including multinationals and very large household names in our portfolio, across many industries and countries. We have a large number of consultants, UK wide, who provide support across all SAP areas as their primary job function. We take care of our customers' solutions from A to Z, transforming trust into value. From analysing and optimising customer processes, to implementing tailored solutions to suit their needs, to service and maintenance of their SAP system landscape. We work collaboratively with our own teams, the project delivery teams and our customers to ensure long term support excellence and vision. Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities will include: + Creating, maintaining and developing relationships to sustain client interest and growth+ Solving problems through a wide knowledge spectrum and experience+ Providing strategic support to help clients with changes/transformation+ Managing and delivering projects in accordance with defined guidelines and budget to a high quality+ Developing your own knowledge to share with the team+ Assisting with the on boarding and orientation, training of new employees actively supporting the team and its development+ Giving the project team clear input of the project procedure and of the requirements+ Being responsible for the project planning with respect to people, cost and deadlines+ Contributing to technical discussions with integration know-how+ Taking responsibility for revenue, & cost, as well as employees and the result in the project+ Increasing and escalating sales opportunities thereby maximising revenue for the organisation+ Leading the project team and supporting the team as needed About you: + At least 6 years experience in a relevant domain, industry and/or project experience+ Successful delivery and experience of involvement in all elements of 10 full project life cycles on large size projects+ Broad and deep understanding of ASAP methodology, preferably certified+ Multiple full SAP project life cycles, end to end experience from project initiation through to go-live as well as experience of managing multiple medium to large projects £2M+ value+ Prince 2 certification and/or experience of Agile methodologies e.g. Scrum an advantage+ Demonstrable experience of accurate and effective project reporting, both internal and external+ Experience in deploying SAP solutions in some of the following industries: discrete manufacturing, engineering, process manufacturing, wholesale, consumer products+ Produces high quality project and bid documentation plus quality assurance reviews+ Able to lead and coordinate integrated workshops with detail and complexity+ Understands complex contracts at the appropriate level in order to track content with respect to costs and benefits in the project+ Clear understanding of the overall processes in the project and can give professional support in discussions and enable decisions+ A full UK driving licence and be willing to travel frequently to different UK customer sites Join us to start the journey that is your career path. Career opportunities exist along multiple route maps from people and leadership, products and expertise and project management. Which route you take is up to you and we are on hand to provide guidance and support. We are an equal opportunities employer. You must be eligible to work in the UK and prepared to undergo high level security clearance Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to the Hiring Manager Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
This is a fantastic opportunity for a SAP Senior Project Manager to join one of the world's top 10 IT service providers delivering solutions to more than 9,000 customers worldwide. Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions Role Info: SAP Senior Project ManagerUK Remote / Occasional Visits to Office and Client Sites as RequiredUp to £105,000 per annum Plus Bonus and Benefits Permanent - Full Time Product / Service: Global authority in Enterprise SAP Consulting & SAP Managed ServicesValues: Clients First, Foresight and Teamwork Who we are: We are a global SAP Platinum Partner with over 9,000 SAP experts across 29 countries. We have a range of businesses, including multinationals and very large household names in our portfolio, across many industries and countries. We have a large number of consultants, UK wide, who provide support across all SAP areas as their primary job function. We take care of our customers' solutions from A to Z, transforming trust into value. From analysing and optimising customer processes, to implementing tailored solutions to suit their needs, to service and maintenance of their SAP system landscape. We work collaboratively with our own teams, the project delivery teams and our customers to ensure long term support excellence and vision. Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities will include: + Creating, maintaining and developing relationships to sustain client interest and growth+ Solving problems through a wide knowledge spectrum and experience+ Providing strategic support to help clients with changes/transformation+ Managing and delivering projects in accordance with defined guidelines and budget to a high quality+ Developing your own knowledge to share with the team+ Assisting with the on boarding and orientation, training of new employees actively supporting the team and its development+ Giving the project team clear input of the project procedure and of the requirements+ Being responsible for the project planning with respect to people, cost and deadlines+ Contributing to technical discussions with integration know-how+ Taking responsibility for revenue, & cost, as well as employees and the result in the project+ Increasing and escalating sales opportunities thereby maximising revenue for the organisation+ Leading the project team and supporting the team as needed About you: + At least 6 years experience in a relevant domain, industry and/or project experience+ Successful delivery and experience of involvement in all elements of 10 full project life cycles on large size projects+ Broad and deep understanding of ASAP methodology, preferably certified+ Multiple full SAP project life cycles, end to end experience from project initiation through to go-live as well as experience of managing multiple medium to large projects £2M+ value+ Prince 2 certification and/or experience of Agile methodologies e.g. Scrum an advantage+ Demonstrable experience of accurate and effective project reporting, both internal and external+ Experience in deploying SAP solutions in some of the following industries: discrete manufacturing, engineering, process manufacturing, wholesale, consumer products+ Produces high quality project and bid documentation plus quality assurance reviews+ Able to lead and coordinate integrated workshops with detail and complexity+ Understands complex contracts at the appropriate level in order to track content with respect to costs and benefits in the project+ Clear understanding of the overall processes in the project and can give professional support in discussions and enable decisions+ A full UK driving licence and be willing to travel frequently to different UK customer sites Join us to start the journey that is your career path. Career opportunities exist along multiple route maps from people and leadership, products and expertise and project management. Which route you take is up to you and we are on hand to provide guidance and support. We are an equal opportunities employer. You must be eligible to work in the UK and prepared to undergo high level security clearance Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to the Hiring Manager Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
Role synopsis: An integral part of bp's transition from an International Oil Company to an Integrated Energy Company is the entry of electrical vehicle (EV) charging markets in key countries e.g. Germany, UK, US and China. Our mission is to create the fastest and most convenient charger network in the markets we operate in. This is an opportunity to join a business with an envious position in a fast-growing business, and ultimately help enable more people to transition to electric vehicles. You will not just be part of the biggest change in the automotive industry for a century - you will be at the forefront of it as we shape the EV charging market in key regions. The Site Electrical Leader / Electrical Duty Holder role plays a key part in the EV roll out and operations in the UK by ensuring compliance of the network and managing the interface with IDNOs, ICPs and EPC Contractors. You will be at the fore front as the main point of contact for DNOs/DSOs, IDNOs and ICPs liaison and network issues. Success is contributing to the fast-paced role out of charging solutions, through quality design solutions whilst facing the challenges of complex brownfield and greenfield sites. Key accountabilities: Electrical Duty Holder for entire BP Pulse LV and HV electrical distribution network in the UK Responsible for all areas of site electrical compliance and electrical site infrastructure up to 33kV Ownership of Electrical Standards, Safety Rules and Operational Practices and Procedures Promote a safety conscious working environment where all engineering personnel adopt safe working practices Performance Management of the IDNOs, ICPs and EPC Contractors, conducting monthly oversight and management meetings to ensure all targets are met Development and ownership of BP Pulse Power Resilience Risk Register, reducing power-related disruption Lead RCAs solving complex electrical issues and establishing preventative measures Maintain regular contact with the O&M Team to ensure maintenance issues are being dealt with effectively Acting as Authorising Officer and Network Control Manager Prepare and/or approve all switching schedules, outages/shutdowns and sign-off of Permits to Work and energisation certificates Provide technical guidance and decision making on development and power needs, improving understanding of the associated risk across the BP Pulse network in the UK Support the UK Engineering Team Leader and Global Substation Manger creating a standard design model that can be deployed and quality detailed design produced for the installation of the chosen solutions Support all teams during site appraisal, network planning, procurement, installation, construction and commissioning/go-live Alert the Execution Manager and UK Engineering Team Leader on any identified risks within his / her responsibility Capture Lessons Learned through engineering and installation delivery and ensure Continuous Improvement throughout our EV deployments Education: Must have Electrical HNC or equivalent Preferably a university degree in Engineering Essential experience: 5+ years of Senior Authorised Person (SAP) experience Strong technical knowledge of LV, HV and EHV systems, standards, regulations, constraints, and requirements Experience working for IDNOs, DSOs, TSO, ICPs or Power System Consultancies Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with external parties Good organisational and analytical skills A strong track record in project delivery or in supporting complex Project management Fluent in English Desirable Experience Chartered Engineer or equivalent (working towards with imminent application would be considered) Experience leading multi-cultural teams Demonstrated ability to integrate engineering on projects covering different countries and use cases Engineering rollout in the EV field 8-15 years' experience in large scale engineering projects Broad professional experience in engineering and project management delivery Sound knowledge of EV charging technology and thorough understanding of the operation and structures of charging networks and how they are integrated. Direct experience of industry standards in the EV space. Agile Project management. Multilingual Related Jobs Contract 15 Jan 2024 Sr Software Engineer Vacancy Overview Senior Software Engineer Airswift is an international Dear all, Our client seeks an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join Position: Civil and Mechanical Inspector, Solar Location: On construction site Don't see a job for you? Register for our candidate portal Sign in or register for Airswift Digital to stay updated with recommended jobs.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Role synopsis: An integral part of bp's transition from an International Oil Company to an Integrated Energy Company is the entry of electrical vehicle (EV) charging markets in key countries e.g. Germany, UK, US and China. Our mission is to create the fastest and most convenient charger network in the markets we operate in. This is an opportunity to join a business with an envious position in a fast-growing business, and ultimately help enable more people to transition to electric vehicles. You will not just be part of the biggest change in the automotive industry for a century - you will be at the forefront of it as we shape the EV charging market in key regions. The Site Electrical Leader / Electrical Duty Holder role plays a key part in the EV roll out and operations in the UK by ensuring compliance of the network and managing the interface with IDNOs, ICPs and EPC Contractors. You will be at the fore front as the main point of contact for DNOs/DSOs, IDNOs and ICPs liaison and network issues. Success is contributing to the fast-paced role out of charging solutions, through quality design solutions whilst facing the challenges of complex brownfield and greenfield sites. Key accountabilities: Electrical Duty Holder for entire BP Pulse LV and HV electrical distribution network in the UK Responsible for all areas of site electrical compliance and electrical site infrastructure up to 33kV Ownership of Electrical Standards, Safety Rules and Operational Practices and Procedures Promote a safety conscious working environment where all engineering personnel adopt safe working practices Performance Management of the IDNOs, ICPs and EPC Contractors, conducting monthly oversight and management meetings to ensure all targets are met Development and ownership of BP Pulse Power Resilience Risk Register, reducing power-related disruption Lead RCAs solving complex electrical issues and establishing preventative measures Maintain regular contact with the O&M Team to ensure maintenance issues are being dealt with effectively Acting as Authorising Officer and Network Control Manager Prepare and/or approve all switching schedules, outages/shutdowns and sign-off of Permits to Work and energisation certificates Provide technical guidance and decision making on development and power needs, improving understanding of the associated risk across the BP Pulse network in the UK Support the UK Engineering Team Leader and Global Substation Manger creating a standard design model that can be deployed and quality detailed design produced for the installation of the chosen solutions Support all teams during site appraisal, network planning, procurement, installation, construction and commissioning/go-live Alert the Execution Manager and UK Engineering Team Leader on any identified risks within his / her responsibility Capture Lessons Learned through engineering and installation delivery and ensure Continuous Improvement throughout our EV deployments Education: Must have Electrical HNC or equivalent Preferably a university degree in Engineering Essential experience: 5+ years of Senior Authorised Person (SAP) experience Strong technical knowledge of LV, HV and EHV systems, standards, regulations, constraints, and requirements Experience working for IDNOs, DSOs, TSO, ICPs or Power System Consultancies Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with external parties Good organisational and analytical skills A strong track record in project delivery or in supporting complex Project management Fluent in English Desirable Experience Chartered Engineer or equivalent (working towards with imminent application would be considered) Experience leading multi-cultural teams Demonstrated ability to integrate engineering on projects covering different countries and use cases Engineering rollout in the EV field 8-15 years' experience in large scale engineering projects Broad professional experience in engineering and project management delivery Sound knowledge of EV charging technology and thorough understanding of the operation and structures of charging networks and how they are integrated. Direct experience of industry standards in the EV space. Agile Project management. Multilingual Related Jobs Contract 15 Jan 2024 Sr Software Engineer Vacancy Overview Senior Software Engineer Airswift is an international Dear all, Our client seeks an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join Position: Civil and Mechanical Inspector, Solar Location: On construction site Don't see a job for you? Register for our candidate portal Sign in or register for Airswift Digital to stay updated with recommended jobs.
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 500 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation. Globally, Saab employs over 22,000 people, with operations on every continent. Our partnerships with UK customers and industry mean we are able to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges, anticipating the threats of tomorrow. We invest 23% of our annual revenue into research and development, collaborating with a range of partners including industry and academia. Saab is a company that offers our employees plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing a workplace where individuals can thrive professionally, paving the way for future progression. We also recognise the need for a healthy work-life balance to ensure our staff have the chance to live a fulfilling life beyond the workplace. The Role: To lead multiple concurrent software development activities, directing and managing software engineers in the delivery of technical solutions for new and existing products. Build and enhance software engineering principles with the appropriate latest technologies delivering projects to cost and timescale budget. Key accountabilities and responsibilities: Software Engineer with min 7 years' experience as a Senior Engineer Able to demonstrate expertise and experience in software used on industrial/vehicle/vessel systems Broad understanding of software from embedded though to applications Leading multi-disciplined teams of software engineers Able to develop a software architecture for complex systems from scratch Sound understanding of modern software methods and technologies Able to maintain a system level approach and not get lost in the detail Able to develop system level requirements and derive lower level requirements to achieve these Sound understanding of safety concepts and design Able to interface directly with customers Able to act as a technical authority Able to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Able to estimate work content and duration Able to plan work loading for teams ensuring no team member is overloaded Able to develop and instigate processes to ensure industry best practice is achieved Able to ensure appropriate levels of Software Quality are achieved for projects Able to mentor and develop junior engineers Ability to delegate tasks Able to manage resources and budgets Practical understanding of standards and application of standards Appreciation of Cyber Security and the impacts on design Essential Skills: Able to demonstrate technical leadership for software skills in most of the following technologies on both Windows and Linux: C++ C RTOS Linux Windows Javascript Software test Software Version control Docker TCP-IP / UDP SQL or other databases Dev tools (Wireshark, system log interrogation etc ) Databases Cyber Security API's General accountabilities and responsibilities: To use personal judgement and initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles in day to day activities and procedures within the specified role. To maintain personal ability in, and appropriate use of, all relevant IT (Information & Technology) and other systems required to adequately perform the role. To act ethically, with integrity and in the best interest of the business at all times. To maintain a professional and supportive relationship with team members and other departments in order to deliver business and delivery objectives or deadlines. To carry out any other duties as detailed by your Supervisor or Manager from time to time. To keep good time management to minimise any wasted time and maximise productivity and effectiveness. Quality, health, safety and environment (QHSE) Cooperate with the company to achieve a healthy, safe and sustainable working environment. Work in ways that ensure your own safety and that of others; "Do the right thing even when no one is looking." Report any incidents, near misses or other health, safety and environmental concerns. Deliver all products and services in line with Saab Seaeye quality standards to ensure we meet our customer requirements and highlight any quality concerns or potential improvements.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 500 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation. Globally, Saab employs over 22,000 people, with operations on every continent. Our partnerships with UK customers and industry mean we are able to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges, anticipating the threats of tomorrow. We invest 23% of our annual revenue into research and development, collaborating with a range of partners including industry and academia. Saab is a company that offers our employees plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing a workplace where individuals can thrive professionally, paving the way for future progression. We also recognise the need for a healthy work-life balance to ensure our staff have the chance to live a fulfilling life beyond the workplace. The Role: To lead multiple concurrent software development activities, directing and managing software engineers in the delivery of technical solutions for new and existing products. Build and enhance software engineering principles with the appropriate latest technologies delivering projects to cost and timescale budget. Key accountabilities and responsibilities: Software Engineer with min 7 years' experience as a Senior Engineer Able to demonstrate expertise and experience in software used on industrial/vehicle/vessel systems Broad understanding of software from embedded though to applications Leading multi-disciplined teams of software engineers Able to develop a software architecture for complex systems from scratch Sound understanding of modern software methods and technologies Able to maintain a system level approach and not get lost in the detail Able to develop system level requirements and derive lower level requirements to achieve these Sound understanding of safety concepts and design Able to interface directly with customers Able to act as a technical authority Able to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Able to estimate work content and duration Able to plan work loading for teams ensuring no team member is overloaded Able to develop and instigate processes to ensure industry best practice is achieved Able to ensure appropriate levels of Software Quality are achieved for projects Able to mentor and develop junior engineers Ability to delegate tasks Able to manage resources and budgets Practical understanding of standards and application of standards Appreciation of Cyber Security and the impacts on design Essential Skills: Able to demonstrate technical leadership for software skills in most of the following technologies on both Windows and Linux: C++ C RTOS Linux Windows Javascript Software test Software Version control Docker TCP-IP / UDP SQL or other databases Dev tools (Wireshark, system log interrogation etc ) Databases Cyber Security API's General accountabilities and responsibilities: To use personal judgement and initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles in day to day activities and procedures within the specified role. To maintain personal ability in, and appropriate use of, all relevant IT (Information & Technology) and other systems required to adequately perform the role. To act ethically, with integrity and in the best interest of the business at all times. To maintain a professional and supportive relationship with team members and other departments in order to deliver business and delivery objectives or deadlines. To carry out any other duties as detailed by your Supervisor or Manager from time to time. To keep good time management to minimise any wasted time and maximise productivity and effectiveness. Quality, health, safety and environment (QHSE) Cooperate with the company to achieve a healthy, safe and sustainable working environment. Work in ways that ensure your own safety and that of others; "Do the right thing even when no one is looking." Report any incidents, near misses or other health, safety and environmental concerns. Deliver all products and services in line with Saab Seaeye quality standards to ensure we meet our customer requirements and highlight any quality concerns or potential improvements.
Technical Accounting Manager Team Finance Location Holborn Office County Central London Ref # 21111 Closing Date 19-Apr-2024 We have been awarded the "Most Loved Workplace"! At Metro Bank, people come first - our culture is all about bringing the best out in our colleagues, and making sure everyone feels valued, respected, seen and included. We strongly believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace and to find the very best person for the job, we always look across a wide range of diverse communities. What you will do: • Managing the Bank's interim and annual statutory processes, ensuring accounting standards and industry best practice are met • Assisting with technical accounting engagement up to the Chief Financial Officer and helping to draft interim and annual statutory financial statements for the bank • Advising on technical accounting including ahead of changes to existing products and transactions or implementation of new products and transactions, and new accounting policies • Regular review of all accounting policies, ensuring robust documentation and governance processes are in place • Monitoring compliance with existing accounting standards, in particular those requiring complex modelling, accounting, and reporting • Understanding, determining, and documenting the accounting impact of business changes and commercial decisions • Managing the implementation of new accounting standards and associated judgements, estimates and assumptions, including appropriate policy and process documentation and review • Reviewing simple journals and reconciliations and executing more complex ones • Liaising with external auditors. Managing stakeholders within the business to ensure expectations and timelines are met • Contributing to continuous improvement of the risk and control environment across the Bank And we are a bank so risk is a part of everything we do. We love people who take responsibility, do the right thing for customers, colleagues and Metro Bank and have the ability to call out any concerns. What you will need: • Understand the risks associated with your job and what that means for you, Metro Bank and all our stakeholders • You must have sound Technical Accounting knowledge (IFRS) and experience of applying that knowledge to existing and new transactions • You must have a strong understanding of the external reporting process including engagement with external auditors and internal senior management i.e. CF • You must have experience of drafting and reviewing interim and annual financial statements • Experience of Financial Services, ideally Retail Banking, highly desired • Professional Accountancy qualification ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent • Strong change/project management skills, demonstrated by record of delivery, and the ability to meet tight deadlines and distil the detail into structured outputs of high quality Our promise to you • We will make sure that you are well-rewarded by providing you with a competitive salary, discretionary annual bonus, and a wide range of benefits, including generous holiday allowance, attractive pension scheme, healthcare, life assurance, and a number of colleague discounts! • We will give you the training to ensure you succeed in your role and plenty of internal opportunities to progress your career (around 40% of our recruitment comes from internal promotions!). • We are also all about balance so most of our jobs offer the opportunity for hybrid working built around your role and home life, wherever possible. Important Footnote Diverse teams really are the best teams. We know that candidates (especially women, research tells us) may be put off applying for a job unless they can tick every box. We also know that 'normal' office hours aren't always doable, and while we can't accommodate every flexible working request we are happy to be asked. So if you are excited about working with us and think you can do much of what we are looking for but aren't sure if you are 100% there yet why not give it a whirl? Please note that sometimes we may close a job earlier for applications if we are inundated with amazing candidates Good luck!
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Technical Accounting Manager Team Finance Location Holborn Office County Central London Ref # 21111 Closing Date 19-Apr-2024 We have been awarded the "Most Loved Workplace"! At Metro Bank, people come first - our culture is all about bringing the best out in our colleagues, and making sure everyone feels valued, respected, seen and included. We strongly believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace and to find the very best person for the job, we always look across a wide range of diverse communities. What you will do: • Managing the Bank's interim and annual statutory processes, ensuring accounting standards and industry best practice are met • Assisting with technical accounting engagement up to the Chief Financial Officer and helping to draft interim and annual statutory financial statements for the bank • Advising on technical accounting including ahead of changes to existing products and transactions or implementation of new products and transactions, and new accounting policies • Regular review of all accounting policies, ensuring robust documentation and governance processes are in place • Monitoring compliance with existing accounting standards, in particular those requiring complex modelling, accounting, and reporting • Understanding, determining, and documenting the accounting impact of business changes and commercial decisions • Managing the implementation of new accounting standards and associated judgements, estimates and assumptions, including appropriate policy and process documentation and review • Reviewing simple journals and reconciliations and executing more complex ones • Liaising with external auditors. Managing stakeholders within the business to ensure expectations and timelines are met • Contributing to continuous improvement of the risk and control environment across the Bank And we are a bank so risk is a part of everything we do. We love people who take responsibility, do the right thing for customers, colleagues and Metro Bank and have the ability to call out any concerns. What you will need: • Understand the risks associated with your job and what that means for you, Metro Bank and all our stakeholders • You must have sound Technical Accounting knowledge (IFRS) and experience of applying that knowledge to existing and new transactions • You must have a strong understanding of the external reporting process including engagement with external auditors and internal senior management i.e. CF • You must have experience of drafting and reviewing interim and annual financial statements • Experience of Financial Services, ideally Retail Banking, highly desired • Professional Accountancy qualification ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent • Strong change/project management skills, demonstrated by record of delivery, and the ability to meet tight deadlines and distil the detail into structured outputs of high quality Our promise to you • We will make sure that you are well-rewarded by providing you with a competitive salary, discretionary annual bonus, and a wide range of benefits, including generous holiday allowance, attractive pension scheme, healthcare, life assurance, and a number of colleague discounts! • We will give you the training to ensure you succeed in your role and plenty of internal opportunities to progress your career (around 40% of our recruitment comes from internal promotions!). • We are also all about balance so most of our jobs offer the opportunity for hybrid working built around your role and home life, wherever possible. Important Footnote Diverse teams really are the best teams. We know that candidates (especially women, research tells us) may be put off applying for a job unless they can tick every box. We also know that 'normal' office hours aren't always doable, and while we can't accommodate every flexible working request we are happy to be asked. So if you are excited about working with us and think you can do much of what we are looking for but aren't sure if you are 100% there yet why not give it a whirl? Please note that sometimes we may close a job earlier for applications if we are inundated with amazing candidates Good luck!
Senior Project Engineer Westhill, Aberdeen Reporting to the Lead Subsea Project Engineer, the Senior Project Engineer is to: Provide Subsea Project Engineering expertise and support from Westhill office to support projects around the world. Liaise with project engineering teams and project managers in other offices in Perth and Singapore to support worldwide projects. Work alongside other members of Subsea function also based in the Westhill office. Support the safe planning and execution of project work, including performing offshore and site-based work. Support the development and submission of tenders. Mentor other engineers. Report manning and resourcing requirements to management. Qualifications Degree qualified to Bachelor or Masters level in Engineering, Naval Architecture or a similar discipline. Training BOSIET - preferred but not mandatory Chartered Engineer or similar international qualification - preferred but not essential Recognised project management qualification - preferred but not essential Experience Essential Relevant experience in a similar role Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly MS Excel Demonstrable analytical capabilities Desired Exposure to subsea survey, inspection and maintenance operations Exposure to subsea construction operations Marine operations experience Structural or Naval Architectural Design, especially of temporary items such as sea-fastenings and installation aids. Key Duties Managerial Coordinate priorities and scheduling of engineering activities and personnel. Manage procurement and fabrication packages. Assign day to day engineering design tasks to Project and Graduate Engineers and Designers to meet varied project and internal engineering requests and monitor progress against schedules and deadlines. Act as a key project interface between internal and external customers, including monitoring and reporting of project costs and project progress as well as on going communication to ensure project delivery in line with Client's expectations. Develop and maintain contact with existing customer's organisations and in potential customer organisations. Perform Project Manager duties, as required, for small work scopes. This involves interfacing with client and overall project delivery and financial performance. Commercial Provide man hours, cost, and technical input into tenders. Ensure that all individuals seek to identify changes and opportunities for (commercial project) variations and inform the project manager Technical Provide expert technical knowledge to the engineering team covering a range of offshore and subsea engineering, installation, inspection, maintenance, repair and operation knowledge. Work with Project Managers and others to generate CTRs and Engineering Task Descriptions to define the work needed to be conducted for specific scopes. Generate engineering calculations, reports, specifications, procedures and engineered solutions in a timely manner to meet internal and external requests and any other project specific requirements. Develop, in conjunction with CAD designers, all the required layout drawings, detail drawings, schematics and lists of materials necessary to support the engineering work. Work closely with other Engineers to ensure a consistent overall approach to projects and all other works completed with the discipline area. Manage external engineering companies or other Engineering resources within different parts of the organisation which may be utilised to carry out work. Be able to work within an engineering / drafting team which is spread between the Westhill, Perth and Singapore Offices. Guide and mentor other engineers to assist in skill knowledge development across the Engineering Team Provide office based technical support to offshore operations as required on installation and IRM projects during project execution phase. Maintain an up to date knowledge and understanding of relevant technology and standards/regulatory advances within the offshore energy industry Ensure that design work is conducted in line with client and regulatory standards and guidelines and with consideration for HSEQ, schedule and budget requirements Compile and maintain equipment lists. Operational Undertake offshore and site-based works as required during project execution phase. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Senior Project Engineer Westhill, Aberdeen Reporting to the Lead Subsea Project Engineer, the Senior Project Engineer is to: Provide Subsea Project Engineering expertise and support from Westhill office to support projects around the world. Liaise with project engineering teams and project managers in other offices in Perth and Singapore to support worldwide projects. Work alongside other members of Subsea function also based in the Westhill office. Support the safe planning and execution of project work, including performing offshore and site-based work. Support the development and submission of tenders. Mentor other engineers. Report manning and resourcing requirements to management. Qualifications Degree qualified to Bachelor or Masters level in Engineering, Naval Architecture or a similar discipline. Training BOSIET - preferred but not mandatory Chartered Engineer or similar international qualification - preferred but not essential Recognised project management qualification - preferred but not essential Experience Essential Relevant experience in a similar role Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly MS Excel Demonstrable analytical capabilities Desired Exposure to subsea survey, inspection and maintenance operations Exposure to subsea construction operations Marine operations experience Structural or Naval Architectural Design, especially of temporary items such as sea-fastenings and installation aids. Key Duties Managerial Coordinate priorities and scheduling of engineering activities and personnel. Manage procurement and fabrication packages. Assign day to day engineering design tasks to Project and Graduate Engineers and Designers to meet varied project and internal engineering requests and monitor progress against schedules and deadlines. Act as a key project interface between internal and external customers, including monitoring and reporting of project costs and project progress as well as on going communication to ensure project delivery in line with Client's expectations. Develop and maintain contact with existing customer's organisations and in potential customer organisations. Perform Project Manager duties, as required, for small work scopes. This involves interfacing with client and overall project delivery and financial performance. Commercial Provide man hours, cost, and technical input into tenders. Ensure that all individuals seek to identify changes and opportunities for (commercial project) variations and inform the project manager Technical Provide expert technical knowledge to the engineering team covering a range of offshore and subsea engineering, installation, inspection, maintenance, repair and operation knowledge. Work with Project Managers and others to generate CTRs and Engineering Task Descriptions to define the work needed to be conducted for specific scopes. Generate engineering calculations, reports, specifications, procedures and engineered solutions in a timely manner to meet internal and external requests and any other project specific requirements. Develop, in conjunction with CAD designers, all the required layout drawings, detail drawings, schematics and lists of materials necessary to support the engineering work. Work closely with other Engineers to ensure a consistent overall approach to projects and all other works completed with the discipline area. Manage external engineering companies or other Engineering resources within different parts of the organisation which may be utilised to carry out work. Be able to work within an engineering / drafting team which is spread between the Westhill, Perth and Singapore Offices. Guide and mentor other engineers to assist in skill knowledge development across the Engineering Team Provide office based technical support to offshore operations as required on installation and IRM projects during project execution phase. Maintain an up to date knowledge and understanding of relevant technology and standards/regulatory advances within the offshore energy industry Ensure that design work is conducted in line with client and regulatory standards and guidelines and with consideration for HSEQ, schedule and budget requirements Compile and maintain equipment lists. Operational Undertake offshore and site-based works as required during project execution phase. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
A School in Ealing are seeking a Deputy IT Manager to join their IT function. The Deputy IT Manager will work within the Service Desk Team developing and providing support for the IT Infrastructure across the school site ensuring effective operation and availability. The role will involve supporting the IT Manager and acting as an escalation point for the IT service desk team. While the role is primarily 3rd line involving team supervision and project support, it is expected that the Deputy IT Manager will also be involved with other support tasks, including assisting end users and supporting school events. Requirements Management Daily supervision, training and development of staff within the service desk team Promote best practices and ensure teachers are benefiting from the full potential of IT systems Assist the IT Manager in the delivery of IT development plans Oversee the helpdesk ticket system and assign staff appropriately Document IT procedures and create IT admin guides Deputise for the IT Manager as required IT Service Desk Ensure the IT Service Desk is offering a quality support service to all end users through efficient and effective practices as directed by the Network Manager. Ensure the technical knowledge base repository is maintained and kept up to date. Ensure that tickets are resolved in line with agreed SLAs staff are informed of progress regarding solutions. Act as an additional point of contact regarding technical issues raised by staff. Represent the IT manager by taking ownership of issues raised by resolving disputes/complaints. Disaster Recovery/Data Backups Support the maintenance of an effective backup and disaster recovery strategy to ensure against loss of data through VEEAM. Network Infrastructure Support the IT Manager in the operational management and control of technical aspects of the installation, configuration and maintenance of the school's software and network infrastructure Experience Required NVQ Level 4 Network Engineer or CompTIA A+ ITIL v3/v4 Microsoft Certifications (Azure, Server Admin, OS) GCSE pass in Maths and English 9-4 (A-C) Cisco CCNA 200-301 Project Managment Experience of a school setting Line management of IT staff Working with senior stakeholders Experience of working in the education sector Scoping and managing projects Coaching and mentoring skills Demonstrable experience of delivering training Producing user guides and procedures Experience in working with large and complex computer networks based on Microsoft Azure Active Directory.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
A School in Ealing are seeking a Deputy IT Manager to join their IT function. The Deputy IT Manager will work within the Service Desk Team developing and providing support for the IT Infrastructure across the school site ensuring effective operation and availability. The role will involve supporting the IT Manager and acting as an escalation point for the IT service desk team. While the role is primarily 3rd line involving team supervision and project support, it is expected that the Deputy IT Manager will also be involved with other support tasks, including assisting end users and supporting school events. Requirements Management Daily supervision, training and development of staff within the service desk team Promote best practices and ensure teachers are benefiting from the full potential of IT systems Assist the IT Manager in the delivery of IT development plans Oversee the helpdesk ticket system and assign staff appropriately Document IT procedures and create IT admin guides Deputise for the IT Manager as required IT Service Desk Ensure the IT Service Desk is offering a quality support service to all end users through efficient and effective practices as directed by the Network Manager. Ensure the technical knowledge base repository is maintained and kept up to date. Ensure that tickets are resolved in line with agreed SLAs staff are informed of progress regarding solutions. Act as an additional point of contact regarding technical issues raised by staff. Represent the IT manager by taking ownership of issues raised by resolving disputes/complaints. Disaster Recovery/Data Backups Support the maintenance of an effective backup and disaster recovery strategy to ensure against loss of data through VEEAM. Network Infrastructure Support the IT Manager in the operational management and control of technical aspects of the installation, configuration and maintenance of the school's software and network infrastructure Experience Required NVQ Level 4 Network Engineer or CompTIA A+ ITIL v3/v4 Microsoft Certifications (Azure, Server Admin, OS) GCSE pass in Maths and English 9-4 (A-C) Cisco CCNA 200-301 Project Managment Experience of a school setting Line management of IT staff Working with senior stakeholders Experience of working in the education sector Scoping and managing projects Coaching and mentoring skills Demonstrable experience of delivering training Producing user guides and procedures Experience in working with large and complex computer networks based on Microsoft Azure Active Directory.
Store Manager Muswell Hill, London Fantastic Opportunity to join a growing charity retailer Salary up to 26,750 per annum dependant on experience plus benefits including bonus. My client is a well-established, growing charity retailer. They currently have an exciting opportunity to join them in the position of Store Manager to manage their successful store based in Muswell Hill. As the Shop Manager your primary responsibility is to maximise income generation and ensure all targets are met and exceeded. Responsibilities: You will work closely with the Area Manager so they can understand your stock requirements and be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and health & safety of the shop. Responsible for the smooth running of the store in accordance with company guidelines Deliver annual store financial and contribution targets. Deliver against store KPI's. Lead and develop your team. Recruitment and selection of new team members. Visual merchandising the store, maximising all opportunities. Driving new business into the store. Liasing with the local community. Recruiting volunteers for the store. Experience required: Previous Store Manager experience within charity or retail. Have the ability to engage customers through outstanding communication, questioning and listening skills. KPI aware and driven. Experience of working to targets in a customer focused environment. Energy, drive and a positive can-do attitude. Flexible to cover store opening hours and weekends. Proven track record of successful delivery of a high growth, profitable operation. Experience in managing a large team of volunteers, including recruitment and development, as well as excellent customer service and supporter relationship building skills. An understanding of charity retail would be a distinct advantage and a passion for the charity sector. If you are interested in working for a leading charity retailer who truly values their teams then please apply today with your cv and covering letter. By applying for this role, you are consenting for us to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. To view other great vacancies please visit our website or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities in: Buying & Merchandising and Ecommerce Charity & Non Profit Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production Finance HR & Talent H&S & Compliance Hospitality, Catering & Leisure Marketing, Digital & Technology Office & Administration Property & Centre Management Retail, Trade and Luxury Operations Senior Appointments & Executive Sales & FMCG Supply Chain & Logistics & Warehouse.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Store Manager Muswell Hill, London Fantastic Opportunity to join a growing charity retailer Salary up to 26,750 per annum dependant on experience plus benefits including bonus. My client is a well-established, growing charity retailer. They currently have an exciting opportunity to join them in the position of Store Manager to manage their successful store based in Muswell Hill. As the Shop Manager your primary responsibility is to maximise income generation and ensure all targets are met and exceeded. Responsibilities: You will work closely with the Area Manager so they can understand your stock requirements and be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and health & safety of the shop. Responsible for the smooth running of the store in accordance with company guidelines Deliver annual store financial and contribution targets. Deliver against store KPI's. Lead and develop your team. Recruitment and selection of new team members. Visual merchandising the store, maximising all opportunities. Driving new business into the store. Liasing with the local community. Recruiting volunteers for the store. Experience required: Previous Store Manager experience within charity or retail. Have the ability to engage customers through outstanding communication, questioning and listening skills. KPI aware and driven. Experience of working to targets in a customer focused environment. Energy, drive and a positive can-do attitude. Flexible to cover store opening hours and weekends. Proven track record of successful delivery of a high growth, profitable operation. Experience in managing a large team of volunteers, including recruitment and development, as well as excellent customer service and supporter relationship building skills. An understanding of charity retail would be a distinct advantage and a passion for the charity sector. If you are interested in working for a leading charity retailer who truly values their teams then please apply today with your cv and covering letter. By applying for this role, you are consenting for us to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. To view other great vacancies please visit our website or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities in: Buying & Merchandising and Ecommerce Charity & Non Profit Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production Finance HR & Talent H&S & Compliance Hospitality, Catering & Leisure Marketing, Digital & Technology Office & Administration Property & Centre Management Retail, Trade and Luxury Operations Senior Appointments & Executive Sales & FMCG Supply Chain & Logistics & Warehouse.
My Client ( D365 SI) is currently running a multi-phase digital transformation programme for a customer in the waste management industry; and the first significant deployment of MS Dynamic 365 Finance & Operations is due to go-live at the end of 2024. As the Finance & Operations Senior Support Consultant you will be leading my clients support of this first deployment. This is an exciting opportunity to design and shape their support team, and continue to deliver incremental change within a complex technical landscape. You will be delivering activities across the following areas: Acting as the first point of contact for my clients support organisation, triaging defects and requests for change Act as Subject Matter Expert for MS Application Dynamics solution providing stakeholders with clear options and recommendations for significant solution decisions Hands on configuration of the solution to resolve defects and requests for change. Working with the offshore teams to coordinate code deployments and acting as Quality Assurance before any change is presented to the customer for testing. Work with internal and external teams to ensure the delivery of a best practice solution design that meets business requirements, design principles and is value for money. Work with project/programme teams with a delivery focus to ensure build, migration, testing and cutover activities are successful; ensuring design objectives and design principles are maintained. Review all internal and external created solution documentation to ensuring they deliver best practice, design principles and the correct solution design. Participate in the Environment and Release Management process advising the Release Manager on the risks and approach to Release Management Keep abreast of the MS solution/functional road map and advise technical and business teams on upgrades, road maps and MS innovations. Working with/managing the customers technology providers (think ISVs, Microsoft etc.) to find the right solution Loads of other stuff you would expect from an expert role that will be leading a fundamental part of the ongoing running and supporting one of their most important customers You must have/It would be ideal if you had experience with Experience of supporting customers, design processes and holistic thinking is a must in this role, and a deep knowledge of D365. Alongside that, you'll also have; Deep functional experience across MS D365 Finance and Procurement modules covering the core functional areas of Record to Report and Source to Pay. The solution also covers the new Leases module so know of this would be desirable. Worked within a Gold Partner support and project environment for large enterprise customers. Experience of integration of MS D365 to other MS Applications and Legacy applications Experience of managing a solution governance and change request process Can work at all levels of the business from presenting to senior stakeholders, to interacting with middle management or end users to gather requirements. This is a Permanent Role. Please do not apply if you are only interested in contract work.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
My Client ( D365 SI) is currently running a multi-phase digital transformation programme for a customer in the waste management industry; and the first significant deployment of MS Dynamic 365 Finance & Operations is due to go-live at the end of 2024. As the Finance & Operations Senior Support Consultant you will be leading my clients support of this first deployment. This is an exciting opportunity to design and shape their support team, and continue to deliver incremental change within a complex technical landscape. You will be delivering activities across the following areas: Acting as the first point of contact for my clients support organisation, triaging defects and requests for change Act as Subject Matter Expert for MS Application Dynamics solution providing stakeholders with clear options and recommendations for significant solution decisions Hands on configuration of the solution to resolve defects and requests for change. Working with the offshore teams to coordinate code deployments and acting as Quality Assurance before any change is presented to the customer for testing. Work with internal and external teams to ensure the delivery of a best practice solution design that meets business requirements, design principles and is value for money. Work with project/programme teams with a delivery focus to ensure build, migration, testing and cutover activities are successful; ensuring design objectives and design principles are maintained. Review all internal and external created solution documentation to ensuring they deliver best practice, design principles and the correct solution design. Participate in the Environment and Release Management process advising the Release Manager on the risks and approach to Release Management Keep abreast of the MS solution/functional road map and advise technical and business teams on upgrades, road maps and MS innovations. Working with/managing the customers technology providers (think ISVs, Microsoft etc.) to find the right solution Loads of other stuff you would expect from an expert role that will be leading a fundamental part of the ongoing running and supporting one of their most important customers You must have/It would be ideal if you had experience with Experience of supporting customers, design processes and holistic thinking is a must in this role, and a deep knowledge of D365. Alongside that, you'll also have; Deep functional experience across MS D365 Finance and Procurement modules covering the core functional areas of Record to Report and Source to Pay. The solution also covers the new Leases module so know of this would be desirable. Worked within a Gold Partner support and project environment for large enterprise customers. Experience of integration of MS D365 to other MS Applications and Legacy applications Experience of managing a solution governance and change request process Can work at all levels of the business from presenting to senior stakeholders, to interacting with middle management or end users to gather requirements. This is a Permanent Role. Please do not apply if you are only interested in contract work.
ICT Technical Architect - Band L - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ Vacancy Reference Number 16707 Number of Vacancies 1 1 CTPHQ Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters Location 1 West Brompton Building 1 EMPRESS STATE BUILDING Band 1 Band L Part/Full Time 1 Full Time 36 hours per week Type of Contract 1 Permanent Job Advert 1 Job Title: ICT Technical Architect - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ Salary: The starting salary is £65,393, which includes allowances totalling £2,841. The salary is broken down as £62,552 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £66,997. Plus, a location allowance of £1,841 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000. Location: West Brompton For Counter Terrorism officers to perform at their best, they need the best possible tech. As an ICT Technical Architect, you'll be at the heart of this task, designing whole new systems with our dedicated team. In effect, you'll be a catalyst for change, taking the CTP network forward so it can meet evolving threats. Join us and play your part in keeping the country safe. Reporting to the Chief Technical Architect, you'll provide infrastructure technical design for a range of ICT projects, as well as overall infrastructure architecture. It's a vital role - you'll ensure that national infrastructure is designed and built so that it's efficient and secure. Day to day, you'll design solutions, and validate them by planning technical experiments. You'll also document current "As-Is" and future "To-Be" designs for projects. Whatever the project, you must liaise with other Solution Architects to ensure your work is in line with strategy, and that dependencies are addressed. That means working professionally and developing good working relationships. While people skills are important, it's technical expertise that counts. We're looking for an understanding of architecture frameworks, Cloud technologies and best practice in deployment. You'll have gained this knowledge while designing systems for a secure environment. Skilled, collaborative and organised, you'll share our determination to protect the UK. Besides the rewarding nature of the job itself, a competitive salary and a Civil Service pension, you'll benefit from excellent career and professional development. Job Summary This role will report to the Architecture and Security Design Authority (aka Chief Technical Architect) to provide Infrastructure technical design and support expertise for a range of ICT Projects and the overall Infrastructure Architecture This role is vital to ensure the National infrastructure is built, designed and architected to ensure that it is secure and efficient in use. This role requires a flexible working approach and be self-motivated to help ensure that the various environments are well architected and documented. The role holder may be required to travel to sites around the UK as appropriate Key Tasks The post holder will be required to do the following: Document current "As-Is" and future "To-Be" designs for projects. Design solutions Plan technical experiments to validate design decisions. Work across projects and with other Solution architects to ensure that these are aligned to the Strategic vision, and dependencies between projects are understood and accepted. Operational Effectiveness Delivers quality outcomes to meet objectives Uses specialist knowledge and skills to support the delivery of relevant objectives. Ensures a high quality service, balancing the needs of customers and stakeholders. Manages a range of tasks, delivering to time and quality. Adapts and responds to shifting priorities. Deals with challenges and generates solutions. Manages work through informed and reliable judgement Uses specialist knowledge and skills to inform decision-making, and minimise risk where practicable. Provides guidance and support, seeking it where appropriate. Promotes continuous improvement proactively by identifying, sharing and applying lessons learnt. Organisational Influence Acts with Professionalism Behaves appropriately, taking personal responsibility for own actions and setting a good example for other colleagues. Actively demonstrates the promotion of equality and valuing of diversity and helps others to do so. Develops from own experience and supports the development of others where relevant. Takes account of how own behaviour affects others. Maintains a current understanding of specialist area. Shows initiative, personal resilience and motivation to deliver a quality service. Upholds legislation, regulations and policy, acting with integrity and challenging those who do not. Develops effective communications and working relationships Behaves appropriately, taking personal responsibility for own actions and setting a good example for other colleagues. Actively demonstrates the promotion of equality and valuing of diversity and helps others to do so. Develops from own experience and supports the development of others where relevant. Takes account of how own behaviour affects others. Maintains a current understanding of specialist area. Builds effective relationships with customers, colleagues and stakeholders. Communicates effectively and inclusively with customers, senior managers and team members. Ensures clear, two-way communication through listening and responding appropriately, learning and sharing information. Upholds organisational reputation. Resource Management Manages own time and relevant resources efficiently and effectively Prioritises work and use of resources to meet relevant objectives. Ensures time and resources are used in a way that best meets customer and the organisation's needs. Uses the organisation's resources efficiently, ethically and appropriately. Shows support for efficient working. Vetting This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Developed Vetting (DV) level before taking up the post. Additionally, this material is of particular sensitivity to the UK and its distribution must be restricted to UK nationals. In approved circumstances dual nationals (of which one element is British) may also be granted access. However, in the event that potential conflicts of interest cannot be managed the post holder will not be able to see the intelligence material and will not be able to perform their duties. For the purpose of safeguarding national security and in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002), applicants who do not hold or acquire Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e or Developed Vetting (DV) clearance and meet the nationality requirements cannot be offered the post. Confidentiality Agreement Applicants should also be aware of the need to sign a confidentiality agreement on taking up the post. Our Employee Commitments Counter Terrorism Policing aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere and culture and an environment where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and are able to reach their full potential. Where any group or individual can be and feel respected, supported and valued to fully participate and contribute to our mission of "Working to keep people safe from Terrorism". Inclusion, diversity and equality is at the front and centre of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve. As Counter Terrorism is rooted in Local Policing, to tackle today's complex policing challenges, applications from across all communities are therefore essential and encouraged. Counter Terrorism Policing as a network is committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations'. Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working arrangements, including part time working or job share. In addition, this role has been reviewed following learning from work during the Covid pandemic and may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact the vacancy holder to discuss how such arrangements could be accommodated (where applicable). How to apply Click the apply now button below and start your career at the Met. Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement, and online application form. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role. (NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV). Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 28th March 2024. Essential For The Role, e.g. qualifications, licenses, languages, training Experience and knowledge of the Government Security Classifications levels and an understanding of the Cabinet Office Security Policy Framework Experience of working on network server designs in an secure environment . click apply for full job details
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
ICT Technical Architect - Band L - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ Vacancy Reference Number 16707 Number of Vacancies 1 1 CTPHQ Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters Location 1 West Brompton Building 1 EMPRESS STATE BUILDING Band 1 Band L Part/Full Time 1 Full Time 36 hours per week Type of Contract 1 Permanent Job Advert 1 Job Title: ICT Technical Architect - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ Salary: The starting salary is £65,393, which includes allowances totalling £2,841. The salary is broken down as £62,552 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £66,997. Plus, a location allowance of £1,841 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000. Location: West Brompton For Counter Terrorism officers to perform at their best, they need the best possible tech. As an ICT Technical Architect, you'll be at the heart of this task, designing whole new systems with our dedicated team. In effect, you'll be a catalyst for change, taking the CTP network forward so it can meet evolving threats. Join us and play your part in keeping the country safe. Reporting to the Chief Technical Architect, you'll provide infrastructure technical design for a range of ICT projects, as well as overall infrastructure architecture. It's a vital role - you'll ensure that national infrastructure is designed and built so that it's efficient and secure. Day to day, you'll design solutions, and validate them by planning technical experiments. You'll also document current "As-Is" and future "To-Be" designs for projects. Whatever the project, you must liaise with other Solution Architects to ensure your work is in line with strategy, and that dependencies are addressed. That means working professionally and developing good working relationships. While people skills are important, it's technical expertise that counts. We're looking for an understanding of architecture frameworks, Cloud technologies and best practice in deployment. You'll have gained this knowledge while designing systems for a secure environment. Skilled, collaborative and organised, you'll share our determination to protect the UK. Besides the rewarding nature of the job itself, a competitive salary and a Civil Service pension, you'll benefit from excellent career and professional development. Job Summary This role will report to the Architecture and Security Design Authority (aka Chief Technical Architect) to provide Infrastructure technical design and support expertise for a range of ICT Projects and the overall Infrastructure Architecture This role is vital to ensure the National infrastructure is built, designed and architected to ensure that it is secure and efficient in use. This role requires a flexible working approach and be self-motivated to help ensure that the various environments are well architected and documented. The role holder may be required to travel to sites around the UK as appropriate Key Tasks The post holder will be required to do the following: Document current "As-Is" and future "To-Be" designs for projects. Design solutions Plan technical experiments to validate design decisions. Work across projects and with other Solution architects to ensure that these are aligned to the Strategic vision, and dependencies between projects are understood and accepted. Operational Effectiveness Delivers quality outcomes to meet objectives Uses specialist knowledge and skills to support the delivery of relevant objectives. Ensures a high quality service, balancing the needs of customers and stakeholders. Manages a range of tasks, delivering to time and quality. Adapts and responds to shifting priorities. Deals with challenges and generates solutions. Manages work through informed and reliable judgement Uses specialist knowledge and skills to inform decision-making, and minimise risk where practicable. Provides guidance and support, seeking it where appropriate. Promotes continuous improvement proactively by identifying, sharing and applying lessons learnt. Organisational Influence Acts with Professionalism Behaves appropriately, taking personal responsibility for own actions and setting a good example for other colleagues. Actively demonstrates the promotion of equality and valuing of diversity and helps others to do so. Develops from own experience and supports the development of others where relevant. Takes account of how own behaviour affects others. Maintains a current understanding of specialist area. Shows initiative, personal resilience and motivation to deliver a quality service. Upholds legislation, regulations and policy, acting with integrity and challenging those who do not. Develops effective communications and working relationships Behaves appropriately, taking personal responsibility for own actions and setting a good example for other colleagues. Actively demonstrates the promotion of equality and valuing of diversity and helps others to do so. Develops from own experience and supports the development of others where relevant. Takes account of how own behaviour affects others. Maintains a current understanding of specialist area. Builds effective relationships with customers, colleagues and stakeholders. Communicates effectively and inclusively with customers, senior managers and team members. Ensures clear, two-way communication through listening and responding appropriately, learning and sharing information. Upholds organisational reputation. Resource Management Manages own time and relevant resources efficiently and effectively Prioritises work and use of resources to meet relevant objectives. Ensures time and resources are used in a way that best meets customer and the organisation's needs. Uses the organisation's resources efficiently, ethically and appropriately. Shows support for efficient working. Vetting This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Developed Vetting (DV) level before taking up the post. Additionally, this material is of particular sensitivity to the UK and its distribution must be restricted to UK nationals. In approved circumstances dual nationals (of which one element is British) may also be granted access. However, in the event that potential conflicts of interest cannot be managed the post holder will not be able to see the intelligence material and will not be able to perform their duties. For the purpose of safeguarding national security and in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002), applicants who do not hold or acquire Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e or Developed Vetting (DV) clearance and meet the nationality requirements cannot be offered the post. Confidentiality Agreement Applicants should also be aware of the need to sign a confidentiality agreement on taking up the post. Our Employee Commitments Counter Terrorism Policing aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere and culture and an environment where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and are able to reach their full potential. Where any group or individual can be and feel respected, supported and valued to fully participate and contribute to our mission of "Working to keep people safe from Terrorism". Inclusion, diversity and equality is at the front and centre of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve. As Counter Terrorism is rooted in Local Policing, to tackle today's complex policing challenges, applications from across all communities are therefore essential and encouraged. Counter Terrorism Policing as a network is committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations'. Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working arrangements, including part time working or job share. In addition, this role has been reviewed following learning from work during the Covid pandemic and may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact the vacancy holder to discuss how such arrangements could be accommodated (where applicable). How to apply Click the apply now button below and start your career at the Met. Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement, and online application form. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role. (NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV). Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 28th March 2024. Essential For The Role, e.g. qualifications, licenses, languages, training Experience and knowledge of the Government Security Classifications levels and an understanding of the Cabinet Office Security Policy Framework Experience of working on network server designs in an secure environment . click apply for full job details
Title: Project Manager (Low Carbon) Salary: £46,464 - £50,512 Hours: Full time 5 days per week Contract: 2 yr fixed term Location: Stockport / Manchester City Centre - flexible working Advert closing date: 07/05/2024 Your role: The GMCA's Low Carbon Team is leading on high-profile activity that is delivering a carbon neutral Greater Manchester by 2038. We are supporting GM's Districts to unlock our Smart Energy future, through new technologies, new investment models, and new ways of working across various strands of industry leading activity. We think big and turn ideas and innovations into reality. Do you want to get involved? As Project Manager (Low Carbon) you will take responsibility for providing embedded project management expertise to GM District Councils in project development and delivery across smart energy generation and storage, heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency to meet the challenge of carbon neutrality by 2038. In this role you will: Lead multiple workstreams under the direction of the Programme Manager/ District Decarbonisation Lead and other key stakeholders. Develop and manage the successful delivery of projects and initiatives to the agreed scope and on time, to budget and of the right quality, ensuring that key outcomes and benefits are realised. Research, interpret and effectively communicate information on pipeline opportunities/ funding options/ delivery models to help provide the evidence base for effective project delivery. Lead on the development of effective tender specifications that deliver high quality outputs for the GM district councils and work with procurement through the tendering exercise, such as market engagement, evaluation, and contract awards. About you: The successful candidate will be a 'can do' person who thrives in a fast-moving environment of policy, regulation, and innovation and with a constant focus on delivering impact. You will have a relevant degree or equivalent and several years of demonstrated knowledge, experience, and skills that include: Proven project management capability on complex programmes. Ideally involving a range of stakeholders and requiring a technical and commercial bias. Understanding of the energy sector, built environment, climate agenda, and industry trends. Experience of all managing programmes through all project stages - from brief development through to construction/ handover that achieve the required outcomes. Experience of working with senior management and stakeholders and developing effective partnerships Decision making by local government and of public sector procurement is desirable but not mandatory. If this sounds like you, apply today! About us: As an employer, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is made up of a number of key Greater Manchester strategic functions and service providers including; Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS); Waste and Resources; Environment; Work and Skills; Research; Public Sector Reform; Police, Crime and Criminal Justice; Homelessness; the Greater Manchester Ageing Hub and the Commissioning Hub. We value the diversity of our employees, and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across Greater Manchester. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, Trans status and Non-binary identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability. To find out more about working for us please click here: Our offer: In return for your hard work, we offer our employees a competitive package as part of our offer that you can find out more about here: GMCA offer - Green book.docx / Mandatory Information: Employees on the redeployment register will be given priority for any vacancies in the first instance. If employees are identified as a match from the register then the vacancy may be withdrawn or put on hold pending an outcome. For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK () . Please note we are not a licenced sponsor. Hybrid working This role is part of GMCA's hybrid working scheme. As part of our commitment to 'Build Back Fairer' in Greater Manchester following the Covid-19 pandemic, we have evolved our management methods by trusting and empowering staff to deliver their work in the best way that suits the business and their individual needs, and supports health and wellbeing. Our hybrid working policy sets out a flexible approach, combining attendance at Stockport and our Manchester city centre with remote working, typically from home; the location of work is primarily dictated by the needs of the business: 'Do what is right for you and the business on that day'. If appointed to the role you will work with your manager to agree and regularly review the best working pattern for you, your team and your work.
Apr 17, 2024
Contractor
Title: Project Manager (Low Carbon) Salary: £46,464 - £50,512 Hours: Full time 5 days per week Contract: 2 yr fixed term Location: Stockport / Manchester City Centre - flexible working Advert closing date: 07/05/2024 Your role: The GMCA's Low Carbon Team is leading on high-profile activity that is delivering a carbon neutral Greater Manchester by 2038. We are supporting GM's Districts to unlock our Smart Energy future, through new technologies, new investment models, and new ways of working across various strands of industry leading activity. We think big and turn ideas and innovations into reality. Do you want to get involved? As Project Manager (Low Carbon) you will take responsibility for providing embedded project management expertise to GM District Councils in project development and delivery across smart energy generation and storage, heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency to meet the challenge of carbon neutrality by 2038. In this role you will: Lead multiple workstreams under the direction of the Programme Manager/ District Decarbonisation Lead and other key stakeholders. Develop and manage the successful delivery of projects and initiatives to the agreed scope and on time, to budget and of the right quality, ensuring that key outcomes and benefits are realised. Research, interpret and effectively communicate information on pipeline opportunities/ funding options/ delivery models to help provide the evidence base for effective project delivery. Lead on the development of effective tender specifications that deliver high quality outputs for the GM district councils and work with procurement through the tendering exercise, such as market engagement, evaluation, and contract awards. About you: The successful candidate will be a 'can do' person who thrives in a fast-moving environment of policy, regulation, and innovation and with a constant focus on delivering impact. You will have a relevant degree or equivalent and several years of demonstrated knowledge, experience, and skills that include: Proven project management capability on complex programmes. Ideally involving a range of stakeholders and requiring a technical and commercial bias. Understanding of the energy sector, built environment, climate agenda, and industry trends. Experience of all managing programmes through all project stages - from brief development through to construction/ handover that achieve the required outcomes. Experience of working with senior management and stakeholders and developing effective partnerships Decision making by local government and of public sector procurement is desirable but not mandatory. If this sounds like you, apply today! About us: As an employer, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is made up of a number of key Greater Manchester strategic functions and service providers including; Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS); Waste and Resources; Environment; Work and Skills; Research; Public Sector Reform; Police, Crime and Criminal Justice; Homelessness; the Greater Manchester Ageing Hub and the Commissioning Hub. We value the diversity of our employees, and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across Greater Manchester. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, Trans status and Non-binary identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability. To find out more about working for us please click here: Our offer: In return for your hard work, we offer our employees a competitive package as part of our offer that you can find out more about here: GMCA offer - Green book.docx / Mandatory Information: Employees on the redeployment register will be given priority for any vacancies in the first instance. If employees are identified as a match from the register then the vacancy may be withdrawn or put on hold pending an outcome. For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK () . Please note we are not a licenced sponsor. Hybrid working This role is part of GMCA's hybrid working scheme. As part of our commitment to 'Build Back Fairer' in Greater Manchester following the Covid-19 pandemic, we have evolved our management methods by trusting and empowering staff to deliver their work in the best way that suits the business and their individual needs, and supports health and wellbeing. Our hybrid working policy sets out a flexible approach, combining attendance at Stockport and our Manchester city centre with remote working, typically from home; the location of work is primarily dictated by the needs of the business: 'Do what is right for you and the business on that day'. If appointed to the role you will work with your manager to agree and regularly review the best working pattern for you, your team and your work.
Commercial Analytics harnesses the power of data to drive robust analytical insights that inform some of Pfizer's most critical business questions. With colleagues across the globe, Commercial Analytics team's rigorous analytical expertise is depended on as the compass and decision support for the enterprise. Our dynamic, exciting team of subject-matter experts comes from diverse backgrounds and experiences, including data science, digital analytics, finance, market research, and consulting. As a team, we collaborate to turn data into meaningful insights that will have a direct impact on patient's lives and the future of Pfizer as a data-driven organization. We are seeking a Senior Manager of Commercial Performance Reporting & Insights to drive performance tracking and reporting for commercial performance, including product performance outcome reporting, omnichannel engagement activities, executive dashboard, and reporting, etc. This role will work closely with business stakeholders in the Chief Marketing Office (CMO) organization and other organizations within Pfizer and support efforts to standardize and centralize the commercial reporting eco-system and help implement industry best practices in performance reporting and insights generation processes. This role is dynamic, fast-paced, highly collaborative, and covers a broad range of strategic topics that are critical to our business. The successful candidate will join Commercial Analytics and AI (CAAI) colleagues worldwide that are dedicated to helping drive business through proactive thought leadership, innovative research capabilities, and the ability to communicate complex and dynamic information in new and creative ways. Support the build and standardization of commercial reporting eco-system. Develop and execute creation of in-house dataset to drive patient and HCP insights into infrastructure of care. Frame, investigate, and answer key business questions related to organization wide performance reporting, including executive reporting. Identify business partners' information needs and develop solutions to address those needs. Connect reporting insights and datasets to tell a compelling and persuasive story, and deliver clear and actionable recommendations to stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Collaboration with Other Analytical Teams Support dialogue to adapt global strategies and standardization of performance metrics and tracking via report and insight data gathering through sources such as vendors, dashboards, queries. Leverage thought leadership to actively advance reporting and insights capabilities; seek to share knowledge and expertise with other colleagues making use of knowledge sharing platform. Performs analysis and performance tracking to understand impacts to business. Align with other commercial analytics teams ensure cohesive activities with our stakeholders such as brand teams, leaders and marketers to. Partner with other analytic functions to advance the use of novel data sources and reporting, including real world data, Data Science, etc.to recommend and implement improvements in reporting processes and tools. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in a qualitative technical discipline such as computer science, engineering or related field. demonstrate extensive experience and hands-on expertise in in Biopharma, analytics, strategic consulting, business, or related area. Recent Healthcare Life Sciences (pharma preferred) and ecosystem professional industry experience is preferred, commercial/marketing experience is a plus. Analytics, statistics and/or database knowledge and experience (using tools, applications, platforms, etc.). Extensive understanding of data visualization tools and experience designing and building complex dashboards, including but not limited to Tableau, PowerBI, Qlik and Looker Extensive expertise in SQL, Python, Scala or similar; other object-oriented programming languages. Experience in data types/formats, data architecture, pipeline optimization Extensive professional hands-on experience with data warehousing/RDBMS, ETL scripting tools, and IDEs. Must have experience working in Jira and Confluence. Knowledge of data cloud platforms like Snowflake or Google Cloud Platform preferred. Advanced knowledge of scripting tools for automation such as R, Python, Alteryx, etc. Experience with business intelligence, analytics, reporting, and data transformation. Strong Project Management Skills: Overseeing complex, cross-functional projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget. Technical Strategy: Demonstrated analytical capabilities and critical thinking skills and ability to identify new issues, trends, and opportunities from data. Operational Excellence: Ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and quality of data services and pipelines. Collaboration: Ability to influence without authority, setting business direction, priorities, and action plans. Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Recent Healthcare Life Sciences (pharma preferred) and ecosystem professional industry experience is preferred, commercial/marketing experience is a plus. Work Location Assignment: On Premise (Walton Oaks)
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Commercial Analytics harnesses the power of data to drive robust analytical insights that inform some of Pfizer's most critical business questions. With colleagues across the globe, Commercial Analytics team's rigorous analytical expertise is depended on as the compass and decision support for the enterprise. Our dynamic, exciting team of subject-matter experts comes from diverse backgrounds and experiences, including data science, digital analytics, finance, market research, and consulting. As a team, we collaborate to turn data into meaningful insights that will have a direct impact on patient's lives and the future of Pfizer as a data-driven organization. We are seeking a Senior Manager of Commercial Performance Reporting & Insights to drive performance tracking and reporting for commercial performance, including product performance outcome reporting, omnichannel engagement activities, executive dashboard, and reporting, etc. This role will work closely with business stakeholders in the Chief Marketing Office (CMO) organization and other organizations within Pfizer and support efforts to standardize and centralize the commercial reporting eco-system and help implement industry best practices in performance reporting and insights generation processes. This role is dynamic, fast-paced, highly collaborative, and covers a broad range of strategic topics that are critical to our business. The successful candidate will join Commercial Analytics and AI (CAAI) colleagues worldwide that are dedicated to helping drive business through proactive thought leadership, innovative research capabilities, and the ability to communicate complex and dynamic information in new and creative ways. Support the build and standardization of commercial reporting eco-system. Develop and execute creation of in-house dataset to drive patient and HCP insights into infrastructure of care. Frame, investigate, and answer key business questions related to organization wide performance reporting, including executive reporting. Identify business partners' information needs and develop solutions to address those needs. Connect reporting insights and datasets to tell a compelling and persuasive story, and deliver clear and actionable recommendations to stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Collaboration with Other Analytical Teams Support dialogue to adapt global strategies and standardization of performance metrics and tracking via report and insight data gathering through sources such as vendors, dashboards, queries. Leverage thought leadership to actively advance reporting and insights capabilities; seek to share knowledge and expertise with other colleagues making use of knowledge sharing platform. Performs analysis and performance tracking to understand impacts to business. Align with other commercial analytics teams ensure cohesive activities with our stakeholders such as brand teams, leaders and marketers to. Partner with other analytic functions to advance the use of novel data sources and reporting, including real world data, Data Science, etc.to recommend and implement improvements in reporting processes and tools. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in a qualitative technical discipline such as computer science, engineering or related field. demonstrate extensive experience and hands-on expertise in in Biopharma, analytics, strategic consulting, business, or related area. Recent Healthcare Life Sciences (pharma preferred) and ecosystem professional industry experience is preferred, commercial/marketing experience is a plus. Analytics, statistics and/or database knowledge and experience (using tools, applications, platforms, etc.). Extensive understanding of data visualization tools and experience designing and building complex dashboards, including but not limited to Tableau, PowerBI, Qlik and Looker Extensive expertise in SQL, Python, Scala or similar; other object-oriented programming languages. Experience in data types/formats, data architecture, pipeline optimization Extensive professional hands-on experience with data warehousing/RDBMS, ETL scripting tools, and IDEs. Must have experience working in Jira and Confluence. Knowledge of data cloud platforms like Snowflake or Google Cloud Platform preferred. Advanced knowledge of scripting tools for automation such as R, Python, Alteryx, etc. Experience with business intelligence, analytics, reporting, and data transformation. Strong Project Management Skills: Overseeing complex, cross-functional projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget. Technical Strategy: Demonstrated analytical capabilities and critical thinking skills and ability to identify new issues, trends, and opportunities from data. Operational Excellence: Ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and quality of data services and pipelines. Collaboration: Ability to influence without authority, setting business direction, priorities, and action plans. Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Recent Healthcare Life Sciences (pharma preferred) and ecosystem professional industry experience is preferred, commercial/marketing experience is a plus. Work Location Assignment: On Premise (Walton Oaks)
GMCA (Greater Manchester Combined Authority)
Manchester, Lancashire
Title: Project Manager (Low Carbon) Salary: £46,464 - £50,512 Hours: Full time 5 days per week Contract: 2 yr fixed term Location: Stockport / Manchester City Centre flexible working Advert closing date: 07/05/2024 Your role: The GMCA s Low Carbon Team is leading on high-profile activity that is delivering a carbon neutral Greater Manchester by 2038. We are supporting GM s Districts to unlock our Smart Energy future, through new technologies, new investment models, and new ways of working across various strands of industry leading activity. We think big and turn ideas and innovations into reality. Do you want to get involved? As Project Manager (Low Carbon) you will take responsibility for providing embedded project management expertise to GM District Councils in project development and delivery across smart energy generation and storage, heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency to meet the challenge of carbon neutrality by 2038. In this role you will: Lead multiple workstreams under the direction of the Programme Manager/ District Decarbonisation Lead and other key stakeholders. Develop and manage the successful delivery of projects and initiatives to the agreed scope and on time, to budget and of the right quality, ensuring that key outcomes and benefits are realised. Research, interpret and effectively communicate information on pipeline opportunities/ funding options/ delivery models to help provide the evidence base for effective project delivery. Lead on the development of effective tender specifications that deliver high quality outputs for the GM district councils and work with procurement through the tendering exercise, such as market engagement, evaluation, and contract awards. About you: The successful candidate will be a can do person who thrives in a fast-moving environment of policy, regulation, and innovation and with a constant focus on delivering impact. You will have a relevant degree or equivalent and several years of demonstrated knowledge, experience, and skills that include: Proven project management capability on complex programmes. Ideally involving a range of stakeholders and requiring a technical and commercial bias. Understanding of the energy sector, built environment, climate agenda, and industry trends. Experience of all managing programmes through all project stages from brief development through to construction/ handover that achieve the required outcomes. Experience of working with senior management and stakeholders and developing effective partnerships Decision making by local government and of public sector procurement is desirable but not mandatory. If this sounds like you, apply today! About us: As an employer, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is made up of a number of key Greater Manchester strategic functions and service providers including; Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS); Waste and Resources; Environment; Work and Skills; Research; Public Sector Reform; Police, Crime and Criminal Justice; Homelessness; the Greater Manchester Ageing Hub and the Commissioning Hub. We value the diversity of our employees, and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across Greater Manchester. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, Trans status and Non-binary identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability. To find out more about working for us please click here: Our offer: In return for your hard work, we offer our employees a competitive package as part of our offer that you can find out more about here: GMCA offer - Green book.docx / Mandatory Information: Employees on the redeployment register will be given priority for any vacancies in the first instance. If employees are identified as a match from the register then the vacancy may be withdrawn or put on hold pending an outcome. For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (). Please note we are not a licenced sponsor. Hybrid working This role is part of GMCA s hybrid working scheme. As part of our commitment to Build Back Fairer in Greater Manchester following the Covid-19 pandemic, we have evolved our management methods by trusting and empowering staff to deliver their work in the best way that suits the business and their individual needs, and supports health and wellbeing. Our hybrid working policy sets out a flexible approach, combining attendance at Stockport and our Manchester city centre with remote working, typically from home; the location of work is primarily dictated by the needs of the business: Do what is right for you and the business on that day . If appointed to the role you will work with your manager to agree and regularly review the best working pattern for you, your team and your work. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Apr 17, 2024
Contractor
Title: Project Manager (Low Carbon) Salary: £46,464 - £50,512 Hours: Full time 5 days per week Contract: 2 yr fixed term Location: Stockport / Manchester City Centre flexible working Advert closing date: 07/05/2024 Your role: The GMCA s Low Carbon Team is leading on high-profile activity that is delivering a carbon neutral Greater Manchester by 2038. We are supporting GM s Districts to unlock our Smart Energy future, through new technologies, new investment models, and new ways of working across various strands of industry leading activity. We think big and turn ideas and innovations into reality. Do you want to get involved? As Project Manager (Low Carbon) you will take responsibility for providing embedded project management expertise to GM District Councils in project development and delivery across smart energy generation and storage, heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency to meet the challenge of carbon neutrality by 2038. In this role you will: Lead multiple workstreams under the direction of the Programme Manager/ District Decarbonisation Lead and other key stakeholders. Develop and manage the successful delivery of projects and initiatives to the agreed scope and on time, to budget and of the right quality, ensuring that key outcomes and benefits are realised. Research, interpret and effectively communicate information on pipeline opportunities/ funding options/ delivery models to help provide the evidence base for effective project delivery. Lead on the development of effective tender specifications that deliver high quality outputs for the GM district councils and work with procurement through the tendering exercise, such as market engagement, evaluation, and contract awards. About you: The successful candidate will be a can do person who thrives in a fast-moving environment of policy, regulation, and innovation and with a constant focus on delivering impact. You will have a relevant degree or equivalent and several years of demonstrated knowledge, experience, and skills that include: Proven project management capability on complex programmes. Ideally involving a range of stakeholders and requiring a technical and commercial bias. Understanding of the energy sector, built environment, climate agenda, and industry trends. Experience of all managing programmes through all project stages from brief development through to construction/ handover that achieve the required outcomes. Experience of working with senior management and stakeholders and developing effective partnerships Decision making by local government and of public sector procurement is desirable but not mandatory. If this sounds like you, apply today! About us: As an employer, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is made up of a number of key Greater Manchester strategic functions and service providers including; Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS); Waste and Resources; Environment; Work and Skills; Research; Public Sector Reform; Police, Crime and Criminal Justice; Homelessness; the Greater Manchester Ageing Hub and the Commissioning Hub. We value the diversity of our employees, and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across Greater Manchester. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, Trans status and Non-binary identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability. To find out more about working for us please click here: Our offer: In return for your hard work, we offer our employees a competitive package as part of our offer that you can find out more about here: GMCA offer - Green book.docx / Mandatory Information: Employees on the redeployment register will be given priority for any vacancies in the first instance. If employees are identified as a match from the register then the vacancy may be withdrawn or put on hold pending an outcome. For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (). Please note we are not a licenced sponsor. Hybrid working This role is part of GMCA s hybrid working scheme. As part of our commitment to Build Back Fairer in Greater Manchester following the Covid-19 pandemic, we have evolved our management methods by trusting and empowering staff to deliver their work in the best way that suits the business and their individual needs, and supports health and wellbeing. Our hybrid working policy sets out a flexible approach, combining attendance at Stockport and our Manchester city centre with remote working, typically from home; the location of work is primarily dictated by the needs of the business: Do what is right for you and the business on that day . If appointed to the role you will work with your manager to agree and regularly review the best working pattern for you, your team and your work. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Senior Operations Manager page is loaded Senior Operations Manager Apply remote type Hybrid locations LON - London time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago job requisition id R-35382 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. Job Category Operations Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We are recruiting for a Senior Operations Manager to join our team based in London. Reporting to the Head of Operations you will provide leadership, guidance, and direction to TRV Europe London Market Operations function and will be responsible for leading, shaping and delivering all Operations support for the Travelers Europe London Market (Lloyd's and Company Market) Underwriting teams (across all relevant business units) and our external London Market and Enterprise stakeholders. You will help to implement the Europe Operations strategy and provides input into the Europe Operating model and strategy, working in support of the Head of Operations, Europe and in partnership with the other members of the TRV Europe Operations leadership team. 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. This role is eligible for a new joiner bonus. If you are successfully referred by an employee at Travelers Europe, both you and the person who referred you could be eligible for a bonus. What Will You Do? Overall management and oversight of the TRV Europe London Market Operations ensuring processes are efficient, optimally support business needs and key initiatives, and the successful execution of the operational activity across London Market business. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with the TRV Europe London Market Underwriting Management (all relevant business units) and wider Underwriting community, Senior Management, and all external customers. Represent Operations at TRV Europe London Market Underwriting Leadership meetings (across all relevant business units) and providing management updates on London Market Operations progress, plans and any changes to the TRV Europe London Markets Underwriting teams (across all relevant business units). Deliver operational efficiencies within the TRV Europe London Market business by driving process improvement and associated change management activities. Develop key process solutions and documentation to support Travelers Europe London Markets underwriting business (across all relevant business units) and other related business functions with timely data capture and process of related technical account transactions. Maintain robust processes and procedures to support the Lloyd's Minimum standards - work with Compliance and Risk to ensure that operationally effective controls are in place and managing action plans to address any compliance gaps with the Lloyd's Regulatory requirements. Monitor the day-to-day operational performance of TRV Europe London Market Operations and partner with other Europe Operations functions to ensure that the agreed service levels (including quality, timeliness, and productivity) are achieved. Identify new opportunities to move activity to the offshore team and partner with other Europe Operations functions deliver these within the timelines agreed. Partner with other Europe Operations functions or TRV teams to produce standardised operational reports, management information and other statistical data and analysis as required by London Market Underwriting teams to manage their business unit's operational performance. Streamline approach to gain consistency in reviewing/reporting productivity data across all business area for key metrics. Evaluate customer satisfaction and operations metrics to manage the team effectively and successfully execute agreed corrective actions, as necessary. Partner with other Europe Operations functions to ensure that the agreed service levels are achieved (including quality, timeliness, productivity, and customer experience). With account management team function as 1st line of support for all core business systems issues within TRV Europe London Market Underwriting (across all relevant business units). Responsible for developing and mentoring direct reports in the TRV Europe London Market Operations function. Provide coaching and support in learning and development to ensure direct reports and wider TRV Europe London Market Operations team are well motivated, and each have a clear career pathway. Ensure all members of the TRV Europe London Market Operations team are well equipped to meet their goals - regularly reporting on training standards, delivery, and progression of individuals in the team. Ensure there is effective communication across the team with regards to training and resolves issues and provides guidance where needed. Ensure robust and timely training within TRV Europe London Market Operations for new processes or procedures to ensure it meets all its operational goals. Proactively foster an inclusive environment that encourages employee participation, teamwork, and open communication to develop a highly engaged workforce. Assist the Head of Operations to maintain the Europe Operations business continuity plan (BCP), ensuring that any documentation required by the plan is regularly updated on the Disaster Recovery Database and that plans are circulated to all unit staff and are fully understood. Be Committed, Be Connected, Be Creative and Be Energised - these are the values we are passionate about. Understanding and embracing our values will shape your success and contribute to making Travelers Europe a great place to work. To be successful, you will need to consistently deliver a great experience in every customer contact; connect with the right partners internally to find creative solutions to problems; be a role model; and consistently deliver on your commitments. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? You will preferably have: Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills. Demonstrable experience of building and leading highly engaged Operations teams. Excellent coaching, mentoring and facilitation skills. Demonstrable experience and understanding of process Improvement initiatives using standard change management and process improvement methodologies (such as lean). Strong communication (written and verbal), influencing, negotiating, listening and people skills to effectively. Ability to think strategically. Ability to navigate the organisation, working collaboratively with other Business functions. Develop/maintain productive internal and external relationships. Ability to make sound decisions and recommendations with appropriate decision basis. Provides new ideas for improving operational efficiencies with a strong understanding of process improvement. Consistently meeting customer expectations. Reflects a high level of ownership in completing all tasks while working independently as well as in a team environment. Must be well organised, delivery focused and able to use their own initiative. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with diverse groups of people at all levels. A strong aptitude for gaining stakeholder support and communicating effectively with Senior Leaders. Successfully collaborated within team and throughout the organisation to bring desired results. Proven you can navigate the organisation to ensure issues are resolved appropriately. Consistently seek out market insight and use knowledge to assist in the process improvements for all Business functions. Be a strategic / creative thinker and decision maker. Have excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills. Be an excellent coach with strong mentoring and facilitation skills. Demonstrate operational skills necessary to deliver established business plans. Be highly organised, delivery focused and work under your own initiative. Hold the ability to navigate a matrix organisation, working collaboratively with other Business functions. What is a Must Have? Proven experience in the Insurance Industry. Extensive experience of London Market insurance (Lloyd's and Company Market) is required. To be considered for this role you must have had experience in a similar role within the London Insurance Market. Proven experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders. Ability to challenge the business to drive efficiencies. Previous experience of leading teams and matrix management. Experience of delivering skills and knowledge training. University degree preferred. Relevant insurance industry professional qualification preferred (e.g., ACII). Project management training and professional qualification preferred. Change management training and professional qualification preferred. . click apply for full job details
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Senior Operations Manager page is loaded Senior Operations Manager Apply remote type Hybrid locations LON - London time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago job requisition id R-35382 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. Job Category Operations Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We are recruiting for a Senior Operations Manager to join our team based in London. Reporting to the Head of Operations you will provide leadership, guidance, and direction to TRV Europe London Market Operations function and will be responsible for leading, shaping and delivering all Operations support for the Travelers Europe London Market (Lloyd's and Company Market) Underwriting teams (across all relevant business units) and our external London Market and Enterprise stakeholders. You will help to implement the Europe Operations strategy and provides input into the Europe Operating model and strategy, working in support of the Head of Operations, Europe and in partnership with the other members of the TRV Europe Operations leadership team. 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. This role is eligible for a new joiner bonus. If you are successfully referred by an employee at Travelers Europe, both you and the person who referred you could be eligible for a bonus. What Will You Do? Overall management and oversight of the TRV Europe London Market Operations ensuring processes are efficient, optimally support business needs and key initiatives, and the successful execution of the operational activity across London Market business. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with the TRV Europe London Market Underwriting Management (all relevant business units) and wider Underwriting community, Senior Management, and all external customers. Represent Operations at TRV Europe London Market Underwriting Leadership meetings (across all relevant business units) and providing management updates on London Market Operations progress, plans and any changes to the TRV Europe London Markets Underwriting teams (across all relevant business units). Deliver operational efficiencies within the TRV Europe London Market business by driving process improvement and associated change management activities. Develop key process solutions and documentation to support Travelers Europe London Markets underwriting business (across all relevant business units) and other related business functions with timely data capture and process of related technical account transactions. Maintain robust processes and procedures to support the Lloyd's Minimum standards - work with Compliance and Risk to ensure that operationally effective controls are in place and managing action plans to address any compliance gaps with the Lloyd's Regulatory requirements. Monitor the day-to-day operational performance of TRV Europe London Market Operations and partner with other Europe Operations functions to ensure that the agreed service levels (including quality, timeliness, and productivity) are achieved. Identify new opportunities to move activity to the offshore team and partner with other Europe Operations functions deliver these within the timelines agreed. Partner with other Europe Operations functions or TRV teams to produce standardised operational reports, management information and other statistical data and analysis as required by London Market Underwriting teams to manage their business unit's operational performance. Streamline approach to gain consistency in reviewing/reporting productivity data across all business area for key metrics. Evaluate customer satisfaction and operations metrics to manage the team effectively and successfully execute agreed corrective actions, as necessary. Partner with other Europe Operations functions to ensure that the agreed service levels are achieved (including quality, timeliness, productivity, and customer experience). With account management team function as 1st line of support for all core business systems issues within TRV Europe London Market Underwriting (across all relevant business units). Responsible for developing and mentoring direct reports in the TRV Europe London Market Operations function. Provide coaching and support in learning and development to ensure direct reports and wider TRV Europe London Market Operations team are well motivated, and each have a clear career pathway. Ensure all members of the TRV Europe London Market Operations team are well equipped to meet their goals - regularly reporting on training standards, delivery, and progression of individuals in the team. Ensure there is effective communication across the team with regards to training and resolves issues and provides guidance where needed. Ensure robust and timely training within TRV Europe London Market Operations for new processes or procedures to ensure it meets all its operational goals. Proactively foster an inclusive environment that encourages employee participation, teamwork, and open communication to develop a highly engaged workforce. Assist the Head of Operations to maintain the Europe Operations business continuity plan (BCP), ensuring that any documentation required by the plan is regularly updated on the Disaster Recovery Database and that plans are circulated to all unit staff and are fully understood. Be Committed, Be Connected, Be Creative and Be Energised - these are the values we are passionate about. Understanding and embracing our values will shape your success and contribute to making Travelers Europe a great place to work. To be successful, you will need to consistently deliver a great experience in every customer contact; connect with the right partners internally to find creative solutions to problems; be a role model; and consistently deliver on your commitments. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? You will preferably have: Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills. Demonstrable experience of building and leading highly engaged Operations teams. Excellent coaching, mentoring and facilitation skills. Demonstrable experience and understanding of process Improvement initiatives using standard change management and process improvement methodologies (such as lean). Strong communication (written and verbal), influencing, negotiating, listening and people skills to effectively. Ability to think strategically. Ability to navigate the organisation, working collaboratively with other Business functions. Develop/maintain productive internal and external relationships. Ability to make sound decisions and recommendations with appropriate decision basis. Provides new ideas for improving operational efficiencies with a strong understanding of process improvement. Consistently meeting customer expectations. Reflects a high level of ownership in completing all tasks while working independently as well as in a team environment. Must be well organised, delivery focused and able to use their own initiative. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with diverse groups of people at all levels. A strong aptitude for gaining stakeholder support and communicating effectively with Senior Leaders. Successfully collaborated within team and throughout the organisation to bring desired results. Proven you can navigate the organisation to ensure issues are resolved appropriately. Consistently seek out market insight and use knowledge to assist in the process improvements for all Business functions. Be a strategic / creative thinker and decision maker. Have excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills. Be an excellent coach with strong mentoring and facilitation skills. Demonstrate operational skills necessary to deliver established business plans. Be highly organised, delivery focused and work under your own initiative. Hold the ability to navigate a matrix organisation, working collaboratively with other Business functions. What is a Must Have? Proven experience in the Insurance Industry. Extensive experience of London Market insurance (Lloyd's and Company Market) is required. To be considered for this role you must have had experience in a similar role within the London Insurance Market. Proven experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders. Ability to challenge the business to drive efficiencies. Previous experience of leading teams and matrix management. Experience of delivering skills and knowledge training. University degree preferred. Relevant insurance industry professional qualification preferred (e.g., ACII). Project management training and professional qualification preferred. Change management training and professional qualification preferred. . click apply for full job details
JOB TITLE: Solutions Architect LOCATION: Halifax or Manchester HOURS: Full-time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our office sites. About this opportunity Our Data-centres are the nerve centre of the organisation and where we host the banks most critical applications. LBG has taken the decision to build a pioneering datacentre to provide us with a right sized, modern and sustainable hosting location for the next 20 years and beyond. To help us achieve this, LBG are looking to appoint a Senior Infrastructure Solution Architect with a passion for making a difference! Someone who can combine technical knowledge and analytical skills to visualise the bigger picture and help design our future hosting capabilities. What will you be doing with us? We believe that people don't fit succinctly into roles and above all, we value everyone's individual skills, experience, and knowledge. Your role will include: Creating positive relationships with Enterprise Architecture, ensuring design decisions are aligned with overarching enterprise architectural standards and strategies Collaborating and leading with our platform teams to support the development and integration of roadmaps, defining migration methodologies to facilitate the movement of applications and infrastructure to the new datacentre Gaining a deep understanding of LBG environments and the systems integration challenges facing major transformation and migration initiatives Operating at an architectural level but also knowing how to design and deploy infrastructure change Working with technical delivery managers to support planning, costing, and brokering the interaction with SME's Translating the complex and ambiguous requirements into clear and concise designs There will also be multiple elements of risk, compliance, and governance within the role, and you can share your knowledge to help deliver the best technical solutions for complex and significant business needs. Why Lloyds Banking Group Like the modern Britain we serve, we're evolving. Investing billions in our people, data and tech to transform the way we meet the ever-changing needs of our 26 million customers. We're growing with purpose. Join us on our journey and you will too. What you'll need Strong organisational, analytical and system thinking skills Understanding and experience of architecture analysis techniques and processes Understanding and experience in systems and software engineering design across the whole lifecycle Understanding the Principles of Secure by Design Experience of Agile Development Principles and Methods Familiarity with DevOps and DevSecOps practices, processes, and toolsets Technical Skills and Knowledge Mainframe technologies including IBM (International Business Machines) System Z, Unisys Dorado & Unisys Libra Midrange technologies including IBM Power Series (System I & System P), HP-UX & Sun Solaris Distributed / X86 technologies including Windows, RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux) & Containers - both virtualized and Physical Hybrid and Public Cloud Traditional On Prem hosting and Cloud hosting (On -Premise and Off-Premise) About working for us Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We want our people to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture. We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative. And it's why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups. We're disability confident. So if you'd like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: A generous pension contribution of up to 15% An annual performance-related bonus Share schemes including free shares Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping 30 days holiday, with bank holidays on top A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies Want to do amazing work, that's interesting and makes a difference to millions of people? Join our journey.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
JOB TITLE: Solutions Architect LOCATION: Halifax or Manchester HOURS: Full-time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our office sites. About this opportunity Our Data-centres are the nerve centre of the organisation and where we host the banks most critical applications. LBG has taken the decision to build a pioneering datacentre to provide us with a right sized, modern and sustainable hosting location for the next 20 years and beyond. To help us achieve this, LBG are looking to appoint a Senior Infrastructure Solution Architect with a passion for making a difference! Someone who can combine technical knowledge and analytical skills to visualise the bigger picture and help design our future hosting capabilities. What will you be doing with us? We believe that people don't fit succinctly into roles and above all, we value everyone's individual skills, experience, and knowledge. Your role will include: Creating positive relationships with Enterprise Architecture, ensuring design decisions are aligned with overarching enterprise architectural standards and strategies Collaborating and leading with our platform teams to support the development and integration of roadmaps, defining migration methodologies to facilitate the movement of applications and infrastructure to the new datacentre Gaining a deep understanding of LBG environments and the systems integration challenges facing major transformation and migration initiatives Operating at an architectural level but also knowing how to design and deploy infrastructure change Working with technical delivery managers to support planning, costing, and brokering the interaction with SME's Translating the complex and ambiguous requirements into clear and concise designs There will also be multiple elements of risk, compliance, and governance within the role, and you can share your knowledge to help deliver the best technical solutions for complex and significant business needs. Why Lloyds Banking Group Like the modern Britain we serve, we're evolving. Investing billions in our people, data and tech to transform the way we meet the ever-changing needs of our 26 million customers. We're growing with purpose. Join us on our journey and you will too. What you'll need Strong organisational, analytical and system thinking skills Understanding and experience of architecture analysis techniques and processes Understanding and experience in systems and software engineering design across the whole lifecycle Understanding the Principles of Secure by Design Experience of Agile Development Principles and Methods Familiarity with DevOps and DevSecOps practices, processes, and toolsets Technical Skills and Knowledge Mainframe technologies including IBM (International Business Machines) System Z, Unisys Dorado & Unisys Libra Midrange technologies including IBM Power Series (System I & System P), HP-UX & Sun Solaris Distributed / X86 technologies including Windows, RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux) & Containers - both virtualized and Physical Hybrid and Public Cloud Traditional On Prem hosting and Cloud hosting (On -Premise and Off-Premise) About working for us Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We want our people to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture. We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative. And it's why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups. We're disability confident. So if you'd like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: A generous pension contribution of up to 15% An annual performance-related bonus Share schemes including free shares Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping 30 days holiday, with bank holidays on top A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies Want to do amazing work, that's interesting and makes a difference to millions of people? Join our journey.
JOB TITLE: Data Management & Ethics Manager LOCATION(S): Bristol SALARY: £62,874 to £75,000 HOURS: Full time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at our office site. About this opportunity: The Personalised Experiences and Communications (PEC) platform sits within the Consumer Relationships Business Unit and plays a substantial role in supporting the achievement of the Group Personalisation strategy to be more relevant for customers. We're looking to recruit a Data Management & Ethics Manager helping us optimise how data contributes to the delivery of our strategy, underpinned with effective data management and governance, whilst promoting ethical data handling within the organisation Why Lloyds Banking Group: We're on an exciting journey to transform our Group and the way we're shaping finance for good. We're focusing on the future, investing in our technologies, workplaces, and colleagues to make our Group a great place for everyone. Including you. What Will You Do? Drive a data led culture and prioritise strategically insourced capabilities: Working within the Data Operations & Governance team within PEC. Supporting the Platform Data Lead interlock the data strategy/OKRs and the Platform's business and technology objectives. Drive effective data ownership, communities and capabilities and foster a culture of exploitation and reuse of technology and data assets. Produce content and supporting guidance to the Data policy, standards and risk and control library, and associated frameworks. You'll optimise policy, risk and control development through internal business network. Complete and conduct data governance consultancy with key stakeholders utilising strong understanding of data principles. Implement and maintain robust Data Foundations with front to back controls, quality, and governance. Deliver and maintain standards, architecture, and authoritative sources for the Platform's data domain, as well as data design and risk management. Enable the operation of fit for purpose, scalable applications, data platforms, and analytical tooling: Assist the Technology Platform Lead in the development and delivery of the data aspect of the Platform's technology and data action plan. Coordinate, and drive the technical application ownership activities related to data in alignment with the Group's data policy and standards. Enable the delivery and distribution of data for The Group's colleagues and customers: Work with relevant Platform data teams to maintain a strategic roadmap for Platform data capabilities and Data Products, including any data, data management and operational data key results. Advocate for better use and management of data within the organisation. Promote and improve data literacy across the Platform, whilst considering fairness, accountability, legal compliance, and moral dilemmas in data-related decisions. What we need from you: Knowledge of key Data Management tools, practices and processes, particularly Collibra and metadata management Understanding of data risks and controls and the risk management framework Understanding of the principles of data classification, data quality security, and retention Working understanding of data management practice and policies Experience bringing value within complex business and technical environments Ability to build, maintain, and communicate a long-term change and Business strategy and roadmap Experienced in developing others through leadership and coaching Be a brilliant relationship builder and communicator that can influence people in all directions Understand and apply ethical principles in data management What will be desirable: Experience in managing risks and controls. Experience with strategic group data technology, such as GCP data services Designing, building, and testing data quality rules using Ataccama, based on inputs and requirements from stakeholders. Knowledge of Group Data Ethics, Privacy, and GDPR Policies About working for us: Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We want our people to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture. We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative. And it's why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups. We're disability confident. So if you'd like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: A generous pension contribution of up to 15% An annual performance-related bonus Share schemes including free shares Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping 28 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies Want to do amazing work, that's interesting and makes a difference to millions of people? Join our journey.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
JOB TITLE: Data Management & Ethics Manager LOCATION(S): Bristol SALARY: £62,874 to £75,000 HOURS: Full time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at our office site. About this opportunity: The Personalised Experiences and Communications (PEC) platform sits within the Consumer Relationships Business Unit and plays a substantial role in supporting the achievement of the Group Personalisation strategy to be more relevant for customers. We're looking to recruit a Data Management & Ethics Manager helping us optimise how data contributes to the delivery of our strategy, underpinned with effective data management and governance, whilst promoting ethical data handling within the organisation Why Lloyds Banking Group: We're on an exciting journey to transform our Group and the way we're shaping finance for good. We're focusing on the future, investing in our technologies, workplaces, and colleagues to make our Group a great place for everyone. Including you. What Will You Do? Drive a data led culture and prioritise strategically insourced capabilities: Working within the Data Operations & Governance team within PEC. Supporting the Platform Data Lead interlock the data strategy/OKRs and the Platform's business and technology objectives. Drive effective data ownership, communities and capabilities and foster a culture of exploitation and reuse of technology and data assets. Produce content and supporting guidance to the Data policy, standards and risk and control library, and associated frameworks. You'll optimise policy, risk and control development through internal business network. Complete and conduct data governance consultancy with key stakeholders utilising strong understanding of data principles. Implement and maintain robust Data Foundations with front to back controls, quality, and governance. Deliver and maintain standards, architecture, and authoritative sources for the Platform's data domain, as well as data design and risk management. Enable the operation of fit for purpose, scalable applications, data platforms, and analytical tooling: Assist the Technology Platform Lead in the development and delivery of the data aspect of the Platform's technology and data action plan. Coordinate, and drive the technical application ownership activities related to data in alignment with the Group's data policy and standards. Enable the delivery and distribution of data for The Group's colleagues and customers: Work with relevant Platform data teams to maintain a strategic roadmap for Platform data capabilities and Data Products, including any data, data management and operational data key results. Advocate for better use and management of data within the organisation. Promote and improve data literacy across the Platform, whilst considering fairness, accountability, legal compliance, and moral dilemmas in data-related decisions. What we need from you: Knowledge of key Data Management tools, practices and processes, particularly Collibra and metadata management Understanding of data risks and controls and the risk management framework Understanding of the principles of data classification, data quality security, and retention Working understanding of data management practice and policies Experience bringing value within complex business and technical environments Ability to build, maintain, and communicate a long-term change and Business strategy and roadmap Experienced in developing others through leadership and coaching Be a brilliant relationship builder and communicator that can influence people in all directions Understand and apply ethical principles in data management What will be desirable: Experience in managing risks and controls. Experience with strategic group data technology, such as GCP data services Designing, building, and testing data quality rules using Ataccama, based on inputs and requirements from stakeholders. Knowledge of Group Data Ethics, Privacy, and GDPR Policies About working for us: Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We want our people to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture. We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative. And it's why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups. We're disability confident. So if you'd like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: A generous pension contribution of up to 15% An annual performance-related bonus Share schemes including free shares Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping 28 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies Want to do amazing work, that's interesting and makes a difference to millions of people? Join our journey.
End Date Monday 29 April 2024 Salary Range £86,964 - £102,310 We support flexible working - click here for more information on flexible working options Flexible Working Options Flexibility in when hours are worked, Hybrid Working, Job Share Job Description Summary . Job Description JOB TITLE: Solutions Architect LOCATION: Leeds, Halifax or Manchester HOURS: Full-time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our office sites. About this opportunity Our Data-centres are the nerve centre of the organisation and where we host the banks most critical applications. LBG has taken the decision to build a pioneering datacentre to provide us with a right sized, modern and sustainable hosting location for the next 20 years and beyond. To help us achieve this, LBG are looking to appoint a Senior Infrastructure Solution Architect with a passion for making a difference! Someone who can combine technical knowledge and analytical skills to visualise the bigger picture and help design our future hosting capabilities. What will you be doing with us? We believe that people don't fit succinctly into roles and above all, we value everyone's individual skills, experience, and knowledge. Your role will include: • Creating positive relationships with Enterprise Architecture, ensuring design decisions are aligned with overarching enterprise architectural standards and strategies • Collaborating and leading with our platform teams to support the development and integration of roadmaps, defining migration methodologies to facilitate the movement of applications and infrastructure to the new datacentre • Gaining a deep understanding of LBG environments and the systems integration challenges facing major transformation and migration initiatives • Operating at an architectural level but also knowing how to design and deploy infrastructure change • Working with technical delivery managers to support planning, costing, and brokering the interaction with SME s • Translating the complex and ambiguous requirements into clear and concise designs • There will also be multiple elements of risk, compliance, and governance within the role, and you can share your knowledge to help deliver the best technical solutions for complex and significant business needs. Why Lloyds Banking Group Like the modern Britain we serve, we re evolving. Investing billions in our people, data and tech to transform the way we meet the ever-changing needs of our 26 million customers. We re growing with purpose. Join us on our journey and you will too. What you ll need • Strong organisational, analytical and system thinking skills • Understanding and experience of architecture analysis techniques and processes • Understanding and experience in systems and software engineering design across the whole lifecycle • Understanding the Principles of Secure by Design • Experience of Agile Development Principles and Methods • Familiarity with DevOps and DevSecOps practices, processes, and toolsets Technical Skills and Knowledge • Mainframe technologies including IBM (International Business Machines) System Z, Unisys Dorado & Unisys Libra • Midrange technologies including IBM Power Series (System I & System P), HP-UX & Sun Solaris • Distributed / X86 technologies including Windows, RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux) & Containers - both virtualized and Physical • Hybrid and Public Cloud • Traditional On Prem hosting and Cloud hosting (On -Premise and Off-Premise) About working for us Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We want our people to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture. We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative. And it s why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups. We re disability confident. So if you d like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: • A generous pension contribution of up to 15% • An annual performance-related bonus • Share schemes including free shares • Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping • 30 days holiday, with bank holidays on top • A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies Want to do amazing work, that s interesting and makes a difference to millions of people? Join our journey. At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop. We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person. We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we re building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
End Date Monday 29 April 2024 Salary Range £86,964 - £102,310 We support flexible working - click here for more information on flexible working options Flexible Working Options Flexibility in when hours are worked, Hybrid Working, Job Share Job Description Summary . Job Description JOB TITLE: Solutions Architect LOCATION: Leeds, Halifax or Manchester HOURS: Full-time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our office sites. About this opportunity Our Data-centres are the nerve centre of the organisation and where we host the banks most critical applications. LBG has taken the decision to build a pioneering datacentre to provide us with a right sized, modern and sustainable hosting location for the next 20 years and beyond. To help us achieve this, LBG are looking to appoint a Senior Infrastructure Solution Architect with a passion for making a difference! Someone who can combine technical knowledge and analytical skills to visualise the bigger picture and help design our future hosting capabilities. What will you be doing with us? We believe that people don't fit succinctly into roles and above all, we value everyone's individual skills, experience, and knowledge. Your role will include: • Creating positive relationships with Enterprise Architecture, ensuring design decisions are aligned with overarching enterprise architectural standards and strategies • Collaborating and leading with our platform teams to support the development and integration of roadmaps, defining migration methodologies to facilitate the movement of applications and infrastructure to the new datacentre • Gaining a deep understanding of LBG environments and the systems integration challenges facing major transformation and migration initiatives • Operating at an architectural level but also knowing how to design and deploy infrastructure change • Working with technical delivery managers to support planning, costing, and brokering the interaction with SME s • Translating the complex and ambiguous requirements into clear and concise designs • There will also be multiple elements of risk, compliance, and governance within the role, and you can share your knowledge to help deliver the best technical solutions for complex and significant business needs. Why Lloyds Banking Group Like the modern Britain we serve, we re evolving. Investing billions in our people, data and tech to transform the way we meet the ever-changing needs of our 26 million customers. We re growing with purpose. Join us on our journey and you will too. What you ll need • Strong organisational, analytical and system thinking skills • Understanding and experience of architecture analysis techniques and processes • Understanding and experience in systems and software engineering design across the whole lifecycle • Understanding the Principles of Secure by Design • Experience of Agile Development Principles and Methods • Familiarity with DevOps and DevSecOps practices, processes, and toolsets Technical Skills and Knowledge • Mainframe technologies including IBM (International Business Machines) System Z, Unisys Dorado & Unisys Libra • Midrange technologies including IBM Power Series (System I & System P), HP-UX & Sun Solaris • Distributed / X86 technologies including Windows, RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux) & Containers - both virtualized and Physical • Hybrid and Public Cloud • Traditional On Prem hosting and Cloud hosting (On -Premise and Off-Premise) About working for us Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We want our people to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture. We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative. And it s why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups. We re disability confident. So if you d like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: • A generous pension contribution of up to 15% • An annual performance-related bonus • Share schemes including free shares • Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping • 30 days holiday, with bank holidays on top • A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies Want to do amazing work, that s interesting and makes a difference to millions of people? Join our journey. At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop. We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person. We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we re building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our clients based in Cambridge who are recruiting for a Business Development Manager on a full-time permanent basis. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of uncovering and delivering new business opportunities within the Power Sector. This role requires travel to individual sites across the UK and occasional attendance to our clients Cambridge office for senior management meetings. Key responsibilities will include: Driving and close new business opportunities within the power sector (ICP and DNO). Work closely with the board and key stakeholders to provide continuous updates on new business opportunities, changing market trends and competitor analysis. Develop and manage pipeline opportunities. Create custom proposals and tenders for specific customer requirements. Develop and build upon existing client relationships to nurture to further business. Manage deadlines against client requirements and expectations. Lease with wider teams such as marketing teams, operations and estimating team. Attending client visits to uncover new business opportunities, follow up on previous quotes to push into closed deals and also act through point of contact through technical delivery stages. Frequent travel for client site visits, networking events and conferences. The Successful candidate will have: 5+ experience developing and winning new business relationships within the power sector. Exceptional communicational and organisational skills. A strong business acumen. A proven track record of proposal and tender creation. Strong technical knowledge and understanding of construction projects within the power sector. Electronics or Electrical Engineering degree BSc or BEng. A Full UK drivers license. If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Ben ASAP or apply via this advert! We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our clients based in Cambridge who are recruiting for a Business Development Manager on a full-time permanent basis. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of uncovering and delivering new business opportunities within the Power Sector. This role requires travel to individual sites across the UK and occasional attendance to our clients Cambridge office for senior management meetings. Key responsibilities will include: Driving and close new business opportunities within the power sector (ICP and DNO). Work closely with the board and key stakeholders to provide continuous updates on new business opportunities, changing market trends and competitor analysis. Develop and manage pipeline opportunities. Create custom proposals and tenders for specific customer requirements. Develop and build upon existing client relationships to nurture to further business. Manage deadlines against client requirements and expectations. Lease with wider teams such as marketing teams, operations and estimating team. Attending client visits to uncover new business opportunities, follow up on previous quotes to push into closed deals and also act through point of contact through technical delivery stages. Frequent travel for client site visits, networking events and conferences. The Successful candidate will have: 5+ experience developing and winning new business relationships within the power sector. Exceptional communicational and organisational skills. A strong business acumen. A proven track record of proposal and tender creation. Strong technical knowledge and understanding of construction projects within the power sector. Electronics or Electrical Engineering degree BSc or BEng. A Full UK drivers license. If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Ben ASAP or apply via this advert! We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 500 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation. Globally, Saab employs over 22,000 people, with operations on every continent. Our partnerships with UK customers and industry mean we are able to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges, anticipating the threats of tomorrow. We invest 23% of our annual revenue into research and development, collaborating with a range of partners including industry and academia. Saab is a company that offers our employees plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing a workplace where individuals can thrive professionally, paving the way for future progression. We also recognise the need for a healthy work-life balance to ensure our staff have the chance to live a fulfilling life beyond the workplace. The Role: To lead multiple concurrent software development activities, directing and managing software engineers in the delivery of technical solutions for new and existing products. Build and enhance software engineering principles with the appropriate latest technologies delivering projects to cost and timescale budget. Key accountabilities and responsibilities: Software Engineer with min 7 years' experience as a Senior Engineer Able to demonstrate expertise and experience in software used on industrial/vehicle/vessel systems Broad understanding of software from embedded though to applications Leading multi-disciplined teams of software engineers Able to develop a software architecture for complex systems from scratch Sound understanding of modern software methods and technologies Able to maintain a system level approach and not get lost in the detail Able to develop system level requirements and derive lower level requirements to achieve these Sound understanding of safety concepts and design Able to interface directly with customers Able to act as a technical authority Able to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Able to estimate work content and duration Able to plan work loading for teams ensuring no team member is overloaded Able to develop and instigate processes to ensure industry best practice is achieved Able to ensure appropriate levels of Software Quality are achieved for projects Able to mentor and develop junior engineers Ability to delegate tasks Able to manage resources and budgets Practical understanding of standards and application of standards Appreciation of Cyber Security and the impacts on design Essential Skills: Able to demonstrate technical leadership for software skills in most of the following technologies on both Windows and Linux: C++ C RTOS Linux Windows Javascript Software test Software Version control Docker TCP-IP / UDP SQL or other databases Dev tools (Wireshark, system log interrogation etc ) Databases Cyber Security API's General accountabilities and responsibilities: To use personal judgement and initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles in day to day activities and procedures within the specified role. To maintain personal ability in, and appropriate use of, all relevant IT (Information & Technology) and other systems required to adequately perform the role. To act ethically, with integrity and in the best interest of the business at all times. To maintain a professional and supportive relationship with team members and other departments in order to deliver business and delivery objectives or deadlines. To carry out any other duties as detailed by your Supervisor or Manager from time to time. To keep good time management to minimise any wasted time and maximise productivity and effectiveness. Quality, health, safety and environment (QHSE) Cooperate with the company to achieve a healthy, safe and sustainable working environment. Work in ways that ensure your own safety and that of others; "Do the right thing even when no one is looking." Report any incidents, near misses or other health, safety and environmental concerns. Deliver all products and services in line with Saab Seaeye quality standards to ensure we meet our customer requirements and highlight any quality concerns or potential improvements.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 500 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation. Globally, Saab employs over 22,000 people, with operations on every continent. Our partnerships with UK customers and industry mean we are able to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges, anticipating the threats of tomorrow. We invest 23% of our annual revenue into research and development, collaborating with a range of partners including industry and academia. Saab is a company that offers our employees plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing a workplace where individuals can thrive professionally, paving the way for future progression. We also recognise the need for a healthy work-life balance to ensure our staff have the chance to live a fulfilling life beyond the workplace. The Role: To lead multiple concurrent software development activities, directing and managing software engineers in the delivery of technical solutions for new and existing products. Build and enhance software engineering principles with the appropriate latest technologies delivering projects to cost and timescale budget. Key accountabilities and responsibilities: Software Engineer with min 7 years' experience as a Senior Engineer Able to demonstrate expertise and experience in software used on industrial/vehicle/vessel systems Broad understanding of software from embedded though to applications Leading multi-disciplined teams of software engineers Able to develop a software architecture for complex systems from scratch Sound understanding of modern software methods and technologies Able to maintain a system level approach and not get lost in the detail Able to develop system level requirements and derive lower level requirements to achieve these Sound understanding of safety concepts and design Able to interface directly with customers Able to act as a technical authority Able to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Able to estimate work content and duration Able to plan work loading for teams ensuring no team member is overloaded Able to develop and instigate processes to ensure industry best practice is achieved Able to ensure appropriate levels of Software Quality are achieved for projects Able to mentor and develop junior engineers Ability to delegate tasks Able to manage resources and budgets Practical understanding of standards and application of standards Appreciation of Cyber Security and the impacts on design Essential Skills: Able to demonstrate technical leadership for software skills in most of the following technologies on both Windows and Linux: C++ C RTOS Linux Windows Javascript Software test Software Version control Docker TCP-IP / UDP SQL or other databases Dev tools (Wireshark, system log interrogation etc ) Databases Cyber Security API's General accountabilities and responsibilities: To use personal judgement and initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles in day to day activities and procedures within the specified role. To maintain personal ability in, and appropriate use of, all relevant IT (Information & Technology) and other systems required to adequately perform the role. To act ethically, with integrity and in the best interest of the business at all times. To maintain a professional and supportive relationship with team members and other departments in order to deliver business and delivery objectives or deadlines. To carry out any other duties as detailed by your Supervisor or Manager from time to time. To keep good time management to minimise any wasted time and maximise productivity and effectiveness. Quality, health, safety and environment (QHSE) Cooperate with the company to achieve a healthy, safe and sustainable working environment. Work in ways that ensure your own safety and that of others; "Do the right thing even when no one is looking." Report any incidents, near misses or other health, safety and environmental concerns. Deliver all products and services in line with Saab Seaeye quality standards to ensure we meet our customer requirements and highlight any quality concerns or potential improvements.