We are seeking a proactive and solutions-oriented ER Advisor to join our client, a provider within Early Years education. The ER Advisor will play a crucial role in managing Employee Relations matters across their multiple sites, collaborating with the wider People Team to ensure effective communication with employees within an open and supportive culture. This is a hybrid role with four days working remotely and one day based at their Central London offices. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior management on complex ER matters you will provide expert guidance and recommendations. You will also conduct training sessions for line managers on best practices for conducting investigations, disciplinary procedures, and fostering a culture of self-sufficiency among managers. You will develop and implement ER policies and procedures in alignment with company values and legal requirements; in addition to the revision of people policies, procedures and written communications to generate positive outcomes in the future. As manager of the ER tracker system, you will accurately document and monitor employee relations cases in conjunction with the wider people team and analyse employee feedback on a regular basis. The ideal candidates will have: Previous experience within an ER role Strong knowledge of HR procedures and Employment law Experience in managing ER cases and conducting investigations. Solid HRIS/ER tracker system knowledge Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Ability to remain calm in fast paced environment. Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence multilevel stakeholders. The salary for this role is paying up to £40,000 plus benefits including pension, 25 days holiday + bank holidays and annual wellness day, 50% childcare discount, retail discount scheme, L&D support, Employee Assistance Programme
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
We are seeking a proactive and solutions-oriented ER Advisor to join our client, a provider within Early Years education. The ER Advisor will play a crucial role in managing Employee Relations matters across their multiple sites, collaborating with the wider People Team to ensure effective communication with employees within an open and supportive culture. This is a hybrid role with four days working remotely and one day based at their Central London offices. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior management on complex ER matters you will provide expert guidance and recommendations. You will also conduct training sessions for line managers on best practices for conducting investigations, disciplinary procedures, and fostering a culture of self-sufficiency among managers. You will develop and implement ER policies and procedures in alignment with company values and legal requirements; in addition to the revision of people policies, procedures and written communications to generate positive outcomes in the future. As manager of the ER tracker system, you will accurately document and monitor employee relations cases in conjunction with the wider people team and analyse employee feedback on a regular basis. The ideal candidates will have: Previous experience within an ER role Strong knowledge of HR procedures and Employment law Experience in managing ER cases and conducting investigations. Solid HRIS/ER tracker system knowledge Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Ability to remain calm in fast paced environment. Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence multilevel stakeholders. The salary for this role is paying up to £40,000 plus benefits including pension, 25 days holiday + bank holidays and annual wellness day, 50% childcare discount, retail discount scheme, L&D support, Employee Assistance Programme
This is a great opportunity to join the QSSHE department as a QSHE Interface Lead. The successful candidate will act as a bridge between the QSHE and Operations Teams to ensure the effective review and implementation of Health, Safety and Process Safety procedures and processes. You will ensure adherence to legislative and company requirements through the implementation, application and review of relevant protective and preventative measures. You will strive to enhance stakeholder perception and involvement through the provision of timely, appropriate training and support to colleagues at all levels, ensuring operational compliance with our SEMS and all relevant statutory provisions, codes and standards and good practice. This position is based in Norwich on a Monday to Friday basis however the position extends to cover the activities being undertaken on offshore assets and onshore Terminals, including Drilling, Well Operations and Projects, which requires interfaces onshore with relevant departmental personnel and then supporting delivery of the activity at the operational site. Key Responsibilities Include: Lead on the implementation of the Contractor Management Procedure and assurance of contractor activities offshore. Lead on the review and implementation of OWC documents in SEMS. To provide accurate, current HSE advice and support the company to ensure adherence to company requirements and regulatory standards and legislation, monitor, audit and update HSE activities, and collect and report on key proactive and reactive HSE metrics. To prioritise, investigate and report on all accidents and defining to root causes and ensure actions are completed to prevent re-occurrence. To lead site risk assessment processes including overall risk assessment, fire risk assessment, manual handling, COSHH, Work at Height, asbestos management, noise/vibration, SOP assessments etc, and train, coach and advise all involved parties to drive excellent HSE performance and ensure the output is suitable and sufficient to safeguard employees and meet regulatory requirements. Develop a programme of visits to sites to monitor compliance with our SEMS and provide coaching and advice as necessary to maintain and improve compliance with our HSE standards. Co-ordinate risk-based assurance, including compliance with legal and other requirements. Monitor progress and support business leaders to deliver their lower tier assurance plans. Interpret, communicate and drive action on trends and insights. Use assurance findings to improve risk management. Support delivery of good QSHE governance (structure, process and content) across the business, including the QSHE Accountability Framework, in partnership with management. Support on defining the QSHE and business agenda items, including improvement progress, and provide subject matter expertise to the meetings. Support improvements in the implementation of the Safety and Environmental Management System (SEMS). Maintain registers of the standards and legislation that apply to the business, including an assessment of the compliance status, and initiate improvement programmes as appropriate. Identify, prioritise, agree with management and implement engagement plans with QSHE stakeholders. Use good communications practices to support improvement and change. Maintain good relations with Regulators. Monitor the overall business development requirements, including for HS&E critical roles and competencies. Identify gaps in learning solutions and work with HS&E Function to address them. Actively seek and engage in development opportunities and agree an individual development plan with your manager. Support the understanding of QSHE performance to identify improvement actions and initiatives through standard performance reports and the QSHE scorecard. Deliver timely reporting of validated data and effective use of the SEMS throughout the business. Develop objectives in response to business and Group targets based on business QSHE performance and other requirements. Interface with onshore teams (drilling, well operations and projects) to ensure all activities are effectively planned, coordinated and risk assessed to minimise the potential for incidents within the operation. Maintain oversight of 'management of change' within the operation, which has been highlighted as an area where incidents have originated historically. Review physical and organisation changes which have been planned and ensure risks have been considered thoroughly and actions to reduce the potential of incidents implemented. Participate in HIRA and HAZID workshops as required for onshore and offshore facilities during the design, construction, operations, commissioning and decommissioning phases. Support regulatory inspections as required and participate in kick-off and close-out meetings. Provide support to operations for addressing issues raised by the regulator. Provide support to Safety Engineers in the execution and delivery of Safety Case/COMAH updates and the program of 5-yearly Thorough Reviews. Coordinate health and safety campaigns to improve knowledge and understanding of operational / work related hazards and risks and compliance with relevant internal processes and procedures. Provide support to other members of the QSSHE Team during peaks of heightened activity to ensure effective delivery of compliance with Perenco policies, procedures and processes and maintain a sufficient level of HSE Leadership. Providing support to the SNS Emergency Response Arrangements, as required. Safety & Environmentally Critical Courses: N/A Key Requirements Include: Essential: Strong experience working in the offshore upstream Oil & Gas sector (operator environment) performing at Advisor or Team Leader level. Demonstrable breadth of experience including offshore production, subsea, drilling and well intervention operations. A sound knowledge of the UK regulatory framework and how it can be influenced. Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal Working knowledge of SCR2015 BOSIET/FOET HND/Diploma in Health & Safety (either NEBOSH or NVQ) Preferred: Team Leader or Supervisory Experience 10 years in the Oil and Gas Industry Operational Experience Trained incident investigator Experience of onshore terminals COMAH Ability to: Build excellent relationship to influences & collaborate with peers & stakeholders to deliver mutual success. Plan and organise, must be able to multi-task whilst displaying flexibility and strong prioritisation skills. Take a pragmatic approach to work whilst acting with integrity. Influence multi-disciplined internal and external stakeholders at all levels. Work alongside leadership, be proactive and self-starting. Use personal credibility and relationships to educate and assist others. Benefits: At Perenco we value and reward our people, offering competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits including: Life Assurance Private Medical Insurance Flexible Benefit Allowance Excellent Pension Provision 25 Days Holiday Profit 'Units' Sharing Scheme Discretionary Bonus
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
This is a great opportunity to join the QSSHE department as a QSHE Interface Lead. The successful candidate will act as a bridge between the QSHE and Operations Teams to ensure the effective review and implementation of Health, Safety and Process Safety procedures and processes. You will ensure adherence to legislative and company requirements through the implementation, application and review of relevant protective and preventative measures. You will strive to enhance stakeholder perception and involvement through the provision of timely, appropriate training and support to colleagues at all levels, ensuring operational compliance with our SEMS and all relevant statutory provisions, codes and standards and good practice. This position is based in Norwich on a Monday to Friday basis however the position extends to cover the activities being undertaken on offshore assets and onshore Terminals, including Drilling, Well Operations and Projects, which requires interfaces onshore with relevant departmental personnel and then supporting delivery of the activity at the operational site. Key Responsibilities Include: Lead on the implementation of the Contractor Management Procedure and assurance of contractor activities offshore. Lead on the review and implementation of OWC documents in SEMS. To provide accurate, current HSE advice and support the company to ensure adherence to company requirements and regulatory standards and legislation, monitor, audit and update HSE activities, and collect and report on key proactive and reactive HSE metrics. To prioritise, investigate and report on all accidents and defining to root causes and ensure actions are completed to prevent re-occurrence. To lead site risk assessment processes including overall risk assessment, fire risk assessment, manual handling, COSHH, Work at Height, asbestos management, noise/vibration, SOP assessments etc, and train, coach and advise all involved parties to drive excellent HSE performance and ensure the output is suitable and sufficient to safeguard employees and meet regulatory requirements. Develop a programme of visits to sites to monitor compliance with our SEMS and provide coaching and advice as necessary to maintain and improve compliance with our HSE standards. Co-ordinate risk-based assurance, including compliance with legal and other requirements. Monitor progress and support business leaders to deliver their lower tier assurance plans. Interpret, communicate and drive action on trends and insights. Use assurance findings to improve risk management. Support delivery of good QSHE governance (structure, process and content) across the business, including the QSHE Accountability Framework, in partnership with management. Support on defining the QSHE and business agenda items, including improvement progress, and provide subject matter expertise to the meetings. Support improvements in the implementation of the Safety and Environmental Management System (SEMS). Maintain registers of the standards and legislation that apply to the business, including an assessment of the compliance status, and initiate improvement programmes as appropriate. Identify, prioritise, agree with management and implement engagement plans with QSHE stakeholders. Use good communications practices to support improvement and change. Maintain good relations with Regulators. Monitor the overall business development requirements, including for HS&E critical roles and competencies. Identify gaps in learning solutions and work with HS&E Function to address them. Actively seek and engage in development opportunities and agree an individual development plan with your manager. Support the understanding of QSHE performance to identify improvement actions and initiatives through standard performance reports and the QSHE scorecard. Deliver timely reporting of validated data and effective use of the SEMS throughout the business. Develop objectives in response to business and Group targets based on business QSHE performance and other requirements. Interface with onshore teams (drilling, well operations and projects) to ensure all activities are effectively planned, coordinated and risk assessed to minimise the potential for incidents within the operation. Maintain oversight of 'management of change' within the operation, which has been highlighted as an area where incidents have originated historically. Review physical and organisation changes which have been planned and ensure risks have been considered thoroughly and actions to reduce the potential of incidents implemented. Participate in HIRA and HAZID workshops as required for onshore and offshore facilities during the design, construction, operations, commissioning and decommissioning phases. Support regulatory inspections as required and participate in kick-off and close-out meetings. Provide support to operations for addressing issues raised by the regulator. Provide support to Safety Engineers in the execution and delivery of Safety Case/COMAH updates and the program of 5-yearly Thorough Reviews. Coordinate health and safety campaigns to improve knowledge and understanding of operational / work related hazards and risks and compliance with relevant internal processes and procedures. Provide support to other members of the QSSHE Team during peaks of heightened activity to ensure effective delivery of compliance with Perenco policies, procedures and processes and maintain a sufficient level of HSE Leadership. Providing support to the SNS Emergency Response Arrangements, as required. Safety & Environmentally Critical Courses: N/A Key Requirements Include: Essential: Strong experience working in the offshore upstream Oil & Gas sector (operator environment) performing at Advisor or Team Leader level. Demonstrable breadth of experience including offshore production, subsea, drilling and well intervention operations. A sound knowledge of the UK regulatory framework and how it can be influenced. Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal Working knowledge of SCR2015 BOSIET/FOET HND/Diploma in Health & Safety (either NEBOSH or NVQ) Preferred: Team Leader or Supervisory Experience 10 years in the Oil and Gas Industry Operational Experience Trained incident investigator Experience of onshore terminals COMAH Ability to: Build excellent relationship to influences & collaborate with peers & stakeholders to deliver mutual success. Plan and organise, must be able to multi-task whilst displaying flexibility and strong prioritisation skills. Take a pragmatic approach to work whilst acting with integrity. Influence multi-disciplined internal and external stakeholders at all levels. Work alongside leadership, be proactive and self-starting. Use personal credibility and relationships to educate and assist others. Benefits: At Perenco we value and reward our people, offering competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits including: Life Assurance Private Medical Insurance Flexible Benefit Allowance Excellent Pension Provision 25 Days Holiday Profit 'Units' Sharing Scheme Discretionary Bonus
This position will be based at our headquarters in Luxembourg. At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth and to grow in a safe environment for both our associates and our customers. We are looking for an EU Program Manager to join our Dangerous Goods team. This position is located in our EU Headquarters in Luxembourg. The Dangerous Goods Program Manager will ensure Dangerous Goods meet applicable European regulatory requirements, strategize with internal stakeholders to support business expansion, develop best-in-class standard operational processes, improve them and provide support to stakeholders during the implementation phase. The candidate will maintain and continually seek opportunities to improve existing processes via benchmark and best practices while interacting with a broad group of stakeholders and functions. The candidate needs to be able to work in an ambiguous environment, while managing projects and diving deep into operations. The role also requires an aptitude to adapt to scope changes, to propose solutions, to be able to drive processes across Amazon's expanding network and linking into global initiatives. The successful candidate will closely work with Amazon Technology, Transportation, Legal, Retail, Fulfilled by Amazon and our Fulfillment Center teams. Job Responsibilities include: - Define standard operational processes applicable to EU Dangerous Goods, implement / support the implementation, maintain and align these operational processes across EU; - Continuous improvement: identify, analyze, develop, deploy and actively seek cross-functional coordination opportunities to improve processes, safety and customer experience; - Clear, precise, and regular communication with all stakeholders including ongoing project/program status reports as well as capturing requirements from various stakeholders; - Monitor project execution and ensure that the project delivery is to the appropriate levels of quality and in line with its target date, ensuring the overall integrity within the program; - Become a subject matter expert in Dangerous Goods and advisor for stakeholders Key job responsibilities - Define standard operational processes applicable to EU Dangerous Goods, implement / support the implementation, maintain and align these operational processes across EU; - Continuous improvement: identify, analyze, develop, deploy and actively seek cross-functional coordination opportunities to improve processes, safety and customer experience; - Clear, precise, and regular communication with all stakeholders including ongoing project/program status reports as well as capturing requirements from various stakeholders; - Monitor project execution and ensure that the project delivery is to the appropriate levels of quality and in line with its target date, ensuring the overall integrity within the program; - Become a subject matter expert in Dangerous Goods and advisor for stakeholders We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree or equivalent - Experience in compliance program management, legal, governance, audit, risk/loss prevention, or equivalent - Experience handling confidential information PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Professional auditing qualification, or similar risk or compliance credentials - Experience with SQL and Excel - Experience in program requirements definition, together with data and metrics leveraging to drive improvements Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT), Monday through Friday from 7:00 am GMT - 4:00 pm GMT. If calling directly from the United Kingdom, please dial (tel:). If calling from Ireland, please dial (tel:).
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
This position will be based at our headquarters in Luxembourg. At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth and to grow in a safe environment for both our associates and our customers. We are looking for an EU Program Manager to join our Dangerous Goods team. This position is located in our EU Headquarters in Luxembourg. The Dangerous Goods Program Manager will ensure Dangerous Goods meet applicable European regulatory requirements, strategize with internal stakeholders to support business expansion, develop best-in-class standard operational processes, improve them and provide support to stakeholders during the implementation phase. The candidate will maintain and continually seek opportunities to improve existing processes via benchmark and best practices while interacting with a broad group of stakeholders and functions. The candidate needs to be able to work in an ambiguous environment, while managing projects and diving deep into operations. The role also requires an aptitude to adapt to scope changes, to propose solutions, to be able to drive processes across Amazon's expanding network and linking into global initiatives. The successful candidate will closely work with Amazon Technology, Transportation, Legal, Retail, Fulfilled by Amazon and our Fulfillment Center teams. Job Responsibilities include: - Define standard operational processes applicable to EU Dangerous Goods, implement / support the implementation, maintain and align these operational processes across EU; - Continuous improvement: identify, analyze, develop, deploy and actively seek cross-functional coordination opportunities to improve processes, safety and customer experience; - Clear, precise, and regular communication with all stakeholders including ongoing project/program status reports as well as capturing requirements from various stakeholders; - Monitor project execution and ensure that the project delivery is to the appropriate levels of quality and in line with its target date, ensuring the overall integrity within the program; - Become a subject matter expert in Dangerous Goods and advisor for stakeholders Key job responsibilities - Define standard operational processes applicable to EU Dangerous Goods, implement / support the implementation, maintain and align these operational processes across EU; - Continuous improvement: identify, analyze, develop, deploy and actively seek cross-functional coordination opportunities to improve processes, safety and customer experience; - Clear, precise, and regular communication with all stakeholders including ongoing project/program status reports as well as capturing requirements from various stakeholders; - Monitor project execution and ensure that the project delivery is to the appropriate levels of quality and in line with its target date, ensuring the overall integrity within the program; - Become a subject matter expert in Dangerous Goods and advisor for stakeholders We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree or equivalent - Experience in compliance program management, legal, governance, audit, risk/loss prevention, or equivalent - Experience handling confidential information PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Professional auditing qualification, or similar risk or compliance credentials - Experience with SQL and Excel - Experience in program requirements definition, together with data and metrics leveraging to drive improvements Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT), Monday through Friday from 7:00 am GMT - 4:00 pm GMT. If calling directly from the United Kingdom, please dial (tel:). If calling from Ireland, please dial (tel:).
An exciting opportunity for a Bilingual Portuguese Customer Service Advisor to join one of the North West's leading legal practices, based in Liverpool city centre. You will be working within the first response team, speaking to new customers and being the first point of contact to the clients and obtain clients details, checking eligibility or a claim. Client Details Our client is one of the North Wests leading Legal practices, specialising in Personal Injury, Defamation, Clinical Negligence and Professional Negligence, based in Liverpool. They are currently going through a period of growth and are looking for Bilingual Portuguese Customer Service Advisor to join their first response team. Our client offers great career progression, competitive salary and excellent benefits. Description Duties of the Bilingual Portuguese Customer Service Advisor will be: Handling and managing high volumes of calls from Clients and Customers Provide excellent Customer Service Liaising with internal departments and clients Obtain clients details, checking eligibility or a claim Carrying our full identification checks Profile The successful candidate will have the below skills: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Focus on consistently achieving targets Strong problem-solving skills IT proficiency and a good eye for detail Job Offer Entry-level role in a well-established business, also offer an internal recruitment program, meaning many new options for progression within any sector in law. As well as this they offer fantastic on-site facilities including: Local Cafe with in-house discount 20% an on-site gym with mental well-being facilities
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
An exciting opportunity for a Bilingual Portuguese Customer Service Advisor to join one of the North West's leading legal practices, based in Liverpool city centre. You will be working within the first response team, speaking to new customers and being the first point of contact to the clients and obtain clients details, checking eligibility or a claim. Client Details Our client is one of the North Wests leading Legal practices, specialising in Personal Injury, Defamation, Clinical Negligence and Professional Negligence, based in Liverpool. They are currently going through a period of growth and are looking for Bilingual Portuguese Customer Service Advisor to join their first response team. Our client offers great career progression, competitive salary and excellent benefits. Description Duties of the Bilingual Portuguese Customer Service Advisor will be: Handling and managing high volumes of calls from Clients and Customers Provide excellent Customer Service Liaising with internal departments and clients Obtain clients details, checking eligibility or a claim Carrying our full identification checks Profile The successful candidate will have the below skills: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Focus on consistently achieving targets Strong problem-solving skills IT proficiency and a good eye for detail Job Offer Entry-level role in a well-established business, also offer an internal recruitment program, meaning many new options for progression within any sector in law. As well as this they offer fantastic on-site facilities including: Local Cafe with in-house discount 20% an on-site gym with mental well-being facilities
We're looking for an Operations Director to build and lead our company operations. This is a senior leadership role to be based in London and reporting directly to the company CEO.The Operations Director will supervise various operation staffing (HR, finance, Service delivery, customer service, ) and help other department managers to set goals, manage employees, and improve efficiency when needed. Key responsibilities Processes, procedures and policies: Monitor the business procedures according to organisational objectives and apply improvements, by ensuring they are recorded, available and implemented. Legal and Contract Management: Review, approve and manage contracts and other legal documentation related to employees, suppliers and clients. Ensure compliance with applicable laws and work closely with the company's legal advisory firm (when applicable) to fulfil company legal needs (eg: fundraising, employment, etc) and to manage the company IP portfolio. Human Resources Management: Supervise the HR coordinator to ensure HR compliance with labour laws and create a positive work environment. Finance: Work with the Head of Finance to ensure that all the Acurable companies run with legality and conformity to established regulations. Review financial information and adjust operational budgets to promote profitability, and help toIdentifying more cost-efficient ways to do business, setting and executing department and maximise efficiency and productivity through extensive process analysis and interdepartmental collaboration. Service delivery: Oversee the end-to-end process of fulfilling client orders, ensuring efficient contract signing, order processing, procurement, timely shipment, quality assurance, and on-time delivery. Collaborate with sales, production, and logistics teams to meet customer demands, maintain high customer satisfaction levels, and address any order-related issues promptly. Manage and optimise all aspects of Acurable's fulfilment service (send / receive kits to patients). Customer Support: Manage and optimise all aspects of the customer support process for both patients (fulfilment service) and clients (healthcare professionals), including promptly addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring a seamless customer experience. Quality Assurance and Compliance: Implement and maintain quality control procedures to meet regulatory requirements, ensure compliance with ISO 13485 requirements across all company functions, plan and lead external annual regulatory/compliance audits, Technical file maintenance, postmarket surveillance, and quality management. Public Relationship: collaborating with the PR team to plan and execute publicity campaigns, relationships with media and important influencers. Stakeholder Communication and Reporting: Prepare comprehensive documentation for high-level stakeholders, including materials for board meetings, presentation for strategic partners, KPI, fundraising documentation, reports for awarded grants (eg: Innovate UK). HOW TO APPLY Please send your CV to with the subject "Application - Operations Director", including an introduction about why you want to join our company, why you think you are the right candidate for the position, your salary expectations and current location. You can view our recruitment privacy policy here . Acurable is a fast-growing, venture backed MedTech start-up with offices in London and Seville (and soon in the US). We create accurate and user-friendly wearable medical devices intended to be used by patients at home. Our award-winning, patented technology enables for the first time the automated diagnosis and management of respiratory conditions. It is the product of more than 10 years' research at Imperial College London by Acurable's founder, Professor Esther Rodriguez Villegas, and has been recognised as a breakthrough in respiratory medicine. Our award-winning, patented technology enables for the first time the automated diagnosis and management of respiratory conditions. It is the product of more than 10 years' research at Imperial College London by Acurable's founder, Professor Esther Rodriguez Villegas, and has been recognised as a breakthrough in respiratory medicine. AcuPebble has won some of the most respected awards in the industry, among them an XPrize, a Med-Tech Innovation Award and a WA4STEAM Award, to name just a few. The technology, our company and team are also frequently featured in national and global media. Recent examples include BBC News, Bloomberg TV, Fox News and Techcrunch. In 2020 our first product, AcuPebble SA100, became the first medical device in the world to obtain the CE mark for the automated diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnoea at home, and a few months later the product gained FDA clearance for home sleep apnoea testing in the US. AcuPebble SA100 is now in use within healthcare organisations across the UK and Europe, and will be launching in the USA in the coming months. At the same time we continue our research to develop new products that will fundamentally improve the lives of millions of people suffering from serious chronic conditions such as COPD, Asthma and Epilepsy. We're a small but fast-growing company with big ambitions (30 people). To achieve them, we're building a team of exceptional people who are inspired by our vision, share our values, and who have the attitude and skills required to help Acurable succeed. In return, we provide a fun, challenging and inspiring work environment where you can make a huge difference to the lives of millions of people worldwide.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
We're looking for an Operations Director to build and lead our company operations. This is a senior leadership role to be based in London and reporting directly to the company CEO.The Operations Director will supervise various operation staffing (HR, finance, Service delivery, customer service, ) and help other department managers to set goals, manage employees, and improve efficiency when needed. Key responsibilities Processes, procedures and policies: Monitor the business procedures according to organisational objectives and apply improvements, by ensuring they are recorded, available and implemented. Legal and Contract Management: Review, approve and manage contracts and other legal documentation related to employees, suppliers and clients. Ensure compliance with applicable laws and work closely with the company's legal advisory firm (when applicable) to fulfil company legal needs (eg: fundraising, employment, etc) and to manage the company IP portfolio. Human Resources Management: Supervise the HR coordinator to ensure HR compliance with labour laws and create a positive work environment. Finance: Work with the Head of Finance to ensure that all the Acurable companies run with legality and conformity to established regulations. Review financial information and adjust operational budgets to promote profitability, and help toIdentifying more cost-efficient ways to do business, setting and executing department and maximise efficiency and productivity through extensive process analysis and interdepartmental collaboration. Service delivery: Oversee the end-to-end process of fulfilling client orders, ensuring efficient contract signing, order processing, procurement, timely shipment, quality assurance, and on-time delivery. Collaborate with sales, production, and logistics teams to meet customer demands, maintain high customer satisfaction levels, and address any order-related issues promptly. Manage and optimise all aspects of Acurable's fulfilment service (send / receive kits to patients). Customer Support: Manage and optimise all aspects of the customer support process for both patients (fulfilment service) and clients (healthcare professionals), including promptly addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring a seamless customer experience. Quality Assurance and Compliance: Implement and maintain quality control procedures to meet regulatory requirements, ensure compliance with ISO 13485 requirements across all company functions, plan and lead external annual regulatory/compliance audits, Technical file maintenance, postmarket surveillance, and quality management. Public Relationship: collaborating with the PR team to plan and execute publicity campaigns, relationships with media and important influencers. Stakeholder Communication and Reporting: Prepare comprehensive documentation for high-level stakeholders, including materials for board meetings, presentation for strategic partners, KPI, fundraising documentation, reports for awarded grants (eg: Innovate UK). HOW TO APPLY Please send your CV to with the subject "Application - Operations Director", including an introduction about why you want to join our company, why you think you are the right candidate for the position, your salary expectations and current location. You can view our recruitment privacy policy here . Acurable is a fast-growing, venture backed MedTech start-up with offices in London and Seville (and soon in the US). We create accurate and user-friendly wearable medical devices intended to be used by patients at home. Our award-winning, patented technology enables for the first time the automated diagnosis and management of respiratory conditions. It is the product of more than 10 years' research at Imperial College London by Acurable's founder, Professor Esther Rodriguez Villegas, and has been recognised as a breakthrough in respiratory medicine. Our award-winning, patented technology enables for the first time the automated diagnosis and management of respiratory conditions. It is the product of more than 10 years' research at Imperial College London by Acurable's founder, Professor Esther Rodriguez Villegas, and has been recognised as a breakthrough in respiratory medicine. AcuPebble has won some of the most respected awards in the industry, among them an XPrize, a Med-Tech Innovation Award and a WA4STEAM Award, to name just a few. The technology, our company and team are also frequently featured in national and global media. Recent examples include BBC News, Bloomberg TV, Fox News and Techcrunch. In 2020 our first product, AcuPebble SA100, became the first medical device in the world to obtain the CE mark for the automated diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnoea at home, and a few months later the product gained FDA clearance for home sleep apnoea testing in the US. AcuPebble SA100 is now in use within healthcare organisations across the UK and Europe, and will be launching in the USA in the coming months. At the same time we continue our research to develop new products that will fundamentally improve the lives of millions of people suffering from serious chronic conditions such as COPD, Asthma and Epilepsy. We're a small but fast-growing company with big ambitions (30 people). To achieve them, we're building a team of exceptional people who are inspired by our vision, share our values, and who have the attitude and skills required to help Acurable succeed. In return, we provide a fun, challenging and inspiring work environment where you can make a huge difference to the lives of millions of people worldwide.
OUR IMPACT Our division prevents, detects and mitigates compliance, regulatory and reputational risk across the firm and helps to strengthen the firm's culture of compliance. Compliance accomplishes these through the firm's enterprise-wide compliance risk management program. As an independent control function and part of the firm's second line of defense, Compliance assesses the firm's compliance, regulatory and reputational risk; monitors for compliance with new or amended laws, rules and regulations; designs and implements controls, policies, procedures and training; conducts independent testing; investigates, surveils and monitors for compliance risks and breaches; and leads the firm's responses to regulatory examinations, audits and inquiries. You'll be part of a team with members from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds, such as law, accounting, sales, and trading. We look for those who possess sound judgment, curiosity, and are able to adapt to a changing regulatory landscape. YOUR IMPACT This is a Team Manager role with a primary focus on strategic uplifts within the AM Compliance program. The role will include leading a team, and collaborating with the broader AM Compliance team, to enhance aspects of the Compliance program, implementing new regulations and representing Compliance in supporting new business initiatives. In addition, the role's primary function, other areas of responsibilities include providing compliance advisory services covering portfolio management, trading, sales and marketing activity within Goldman Sachs Asset Management International ("GSAM") based in London, where GSAM is part of Asset Management ("AM"). The successful candidate will work with business partners, Legal and Compliance colleagues in connection with helping to respond to regulatory requests, respond to compliance queries from the business, uplift compliance program in response to regulatory reform, perform surveillance and forensic reviews, train the business in compliance matters, participate in policy updates and drafting, conduct marketing material sign off, and advise on sales activity. You will need the following: Ability to work as part of a team of Compliance professionals as well as lead on various Compliance matters and projects Good familiarity with all aspects of Asset Management Compliance Represent Compliance on projects such as new activities, new products or regulatory reform Understanding of Compliance programs and development and implementation of those programmes Production of materials and presentation of those to senior firm committees and/or board Ability to deal with senior business personnel and deliver good compliance outcomes in time constrained situations RESPONSIBILITIES Compliance advisory on investing activity and associated governance requirements Compliance advisory regarding global asset management marketing and distribution questions and Asset Management digital strategy, including review of marketing materials Compliance advisory on new AM fund launch projects Prepare, organise and deliver compliance trainings Participate in the review and evaluation of new instruments and vehicles to identify compliance issues and surveillance needs Lead and manage strategic Compliance projects, including Compliance enhancement, business initiatives and regulatory reform Participate in compliance working groups for firm strategic initiatives Compliance monitoring of any aspects of FCA regulations, and other international regulators, as part of general monitoring or forensic review work Develop and draft compliance policies and procedures, outlining firm policies, regulations and best practices Miscellaneous projects as required REQUIREMENTS 5+ years compliance experience in asset management Risk and control focused individual with excellent judgment Knowledge of investment instruments including derivatives General compliance knowledge and familiarity with FCA regulations, MiFID, UCITS and AIFM Directives, ELTIF regulation. Knowledge of CSSF, CBI, BaFin, SEC, Investment Adviser's Act, Investment Company Act, ERISA is helpful but not required. Effective analytical and organizational skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to handle multiple tasks with attention to detail and work under pressure Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Graduate equivalent education (Preferred) ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at We're committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., 2023. All rights reserved. Goldman Sachs is an equal employment/affirmative action employer Female/Minority/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
OUR IMPACT Our division prevents, detects and mitigates compliance, regulatory and reputational risk across the firm and helps to strengthen the firm's culture of compliance. Compliance accomplishes these through the firm's enterprise-wide compliance risk management program. As an independent control function and part of the firm's second line of defense, Compliance assesses the firm's compliance, regulatory and reputational risk; monitors for compliance with new or amended laws, rules and regulations; designs and implements controls, policies, procedures and training; conducts independent testing; investigates, surveils and monitors for compliance risks and breaches; and leads the firm's responses to regulatory examinations, audits and inquiries. You'll be part of a team with members from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds, such as law, accounting, sales, and trading. We look for those who possess sound judgment, curiosity, and are able to adapt to a changing regulatory landscape. YOUR IMPACT This is a Team Manager role with a primary focus on strategic uplifts within the AM Compliance program. The role will include leading a team, and collaborating with the broader AM Compliance team, to enhance aspects of the Compliance program, implementing new regulations and representing Compliance in supporting new business initiatives. In addition, the role's primary function, other areas of responsibilities include providing compliance advisory services covering portfolio management, trading, sales and marketing activity within Goldman Sachs Asset Management International ("GSAM") based in London, where GSAM is part of Asset Management ("AM"). The successful candidate will work with business partners, Legal and Compliance colleagues in connection with helping to respond to regulatory requests, respond to compliance queries from the business, uplift compliance program in response to regulatory reform, perform surveillance and forensic reviews, train the business in compliance matters, participate in policy updates and drafting, conduct marketing material sign off, and advise on sales activity. You will need the following: Ability to work as part of a team of Compliance professionals as well as lead on various Compliance matters and projects Good familiarity with all aspects of Asset Management Compliance Represent Compliance on projects such as new activities, new products or regulatory reform Understanding of Compliance programs and development and implementation of those programmes Production of materials and presentation of those to senior firm committees and/or board Ability to deal with senior business personnel and deliver good compliance outcomes in time constrained situations RESPONSIBILITIES Compliance advisory on investing activity and associated governance requirements Compliance advisory regarding global asset management marketing and distribution questions and Asset Management digital strategy, including review of marketing materials Compliance advisory on new AM fund launch projects Prepare, organise and deliver compliance trainings Participate in the review and evaluation of new instruments and vehicles to identify compliance issues and surveillance needs Lead and manage strategic Compliance projects, including Compliance enhancement, business initiatives and regulatory reform Participate in compliance working groups for firm strategic initiatives Compliance monitoring of any aspects of FCA regulations, and other international regulators, as part of general monitoring or forensic review work Develop and draft compliance policies and procedures, outlining firm policies, regulations and best practices Miscellaneous projects as required REQUIREMENTS 5+ years compliance experience in asset management Risk and control focused individual with excellent judgment Knowledge of investment instruments including derivatives General compliance knowledge and familiarity with FCA regulations, MiFID, UCITS and AIFM Directives, ELTIF regulation. Knowledge of CSSF, CBI, BaFin, SEC, Investment Adviser's Act, Investment Company Act, ERISA is helpful but not required. Effective analytical and organizational skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to handle multiple tasks with attention to detail and work under pressure Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Graduate equivalent education (Preferred) ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at We're committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., 2023. All rights reserved. Goldman Sachs is an equal employment/affirmative action employer Female/Minority/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
We're on the lookout for an interim Head of People to manage our busy, but collaborative People team for a 9-12 month contract. This role will work closely with the business to design and deliver a people operations proposition that meets business, market and regulatory requirements and encourages a culture of high performance. As well as this, you'll partner with the European CEO and management teams to co-create and implement our most impactful people initiatives and strategic resolutions. Direct Reports: Head of Talent Learning & Development Manager People Partners x 2 About Assembly At Assembly, we help brands find the change to fuel business growth. We are an award-winning global brand performance agency, home to 1,600 talented people across 25 offices globally. We create unique data, technology and media solutions that enable faster and smarter problem solving and an inspired, collaborative workplace culture. At Assembly we embody three core values: Show Up - actively contribute to a space of personal and collective growth; Make Change - embrace obstacles as opportunities, taking intentional steps to drive positive change; and Win Well - approach success with integrity, responsibility, and a commitment to collaboration, understanding that the journey is as important as the destination. Together, we create an environment that fosters continuous learning, adaptability, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact. Responsibilities : Generalist HR leadership duties covering People Operations, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development and Reward. Oversee the current People Team and devise best strategic people projects. Work closely with the Finance Team on a monthly basis to manage budgets, overall costs Be responsible for benefits, brokerage and to oversees the payroll from an admin and processing perspective, Develop and maintain fair people policies reflecting our unique culture and ways of working. Evaluate the effectiveness of existing HR operations and policies. Responsible for DEI Devise an appropriate People Plan that aligns with business priorities and plans. Develop Risk and Retention planning based on feedback. Facilitate and implement key People initiatives, starting with a clear progression framework at company and employee level. Oversight on all aspects of People Management across the business, including day-to-day line manager coaching directly and via your team. Provide legal advice to resolve people issues professionally and ethically, consulting external advisors as required. Be an engaged member of the Executive Senior Team, taking part in key business decisions and contributing your ideas. Responsible for reporting and tracking of all people analytics Lead-from-the-front leader with willingness to roll up sleeves when needed A strong generalist background with experience of the full employee lifecycle and great understanding across the People function. Proven experience as Head of HR or similar senior HR role in 200+ person business. Confident knowledge of UK employment law and comfortable operating across all markets in Europe, include Germany, Spain, France and Poland Great communicator with strong EQ, both in 1:1 and in large groups. Direct in approach and comfortable challenging at all levels. Ability to use data and analytics to measure success and output. Aptitude in communication and presentation skills. Well-organised with excellent leadership qualities. Previous experience of providing input into company decision making and influencing at a senior level Our benefits include, 24 days holiday a year (increasing by 1 day/year to a max of 30 with every year of service), a day of birthday leave, early finish Fridays, pension, life assurance, enhanced parental leave and access to Perkbox. Equal opportunities Assembly is an advocate for equal opportunity in the workplace. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability and gender identity. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. Social and Environmental Responsibility At Assembly, we have a responsibility to bring impact into our every day. This means we must always look for ways in which to be conscious citizens in our roles to support society and environmental sustainability. We encourage employees to; be a conscious citizen by actively participating in our organisation's sustainability efforts, help us promote environmentally friendly practices within the workplace, collaborate with community organisations and stakeholders to support initiatives aligned with our company's values, participate in volunteer activities that benefit the community. Employees are also encouraged to make suggestions and evaluate our business practices to identify areas for improvement in social and environmental performance. Employees at Assembly demonstrate commitment to sustainability and inclusivity in their actions and behaviours.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
We're on the lookout for an interim Head of People to manage our busy, but collaborative People team for a 9-12 month contract. This role will work closely with the business to design and deliver a people operations proposition that meets business, market and regulatory requirements and encourages a culture of high performance. As well as this, you'll partner with the European CEO and management teams to co-create and implement our most impactful people initiatives and strategic resolutions. Direct Reports: Head of Talent Learning & Development Manager People Partners x 2 About Assembly At Assembly, we help brands find the change to fuel business growth. We are an award-winning global brand performance agency, home to 1,600 talented people across 25 offices globally. We create unique data, technology and media solutions that enable faster and smarter problem solving and an inspired, collaborative workplace culture. At Assembly we embody three core values: Show Up - actively contribute to a space of personal and collective growth; Make Change - embrace obstacles as opportunities, taking intentional steps to drive positive change; and Win Well - approach success with integrity, responsibility, and a commitment to collaboration, understanding that the journey is as important as the destination. Together, we create an environment that fosters continuous learning, adaptability, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact. Responsibilities : Generalist HR leadership duties covering People Operations, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development and Reward. Oversee the current People Team and devise best strategic people projects. Work closely with the Finance Team on a monthly basis to manage budgets, overall costs Be responsible for benefits, brokerage and to oversees the payroll from an admin and processing perspective, Develop and maintain fair people policies reflecting our unique culture and ways of working. Evaluate the effectiveness of existing HR operations and policies. Responsible for DEI Devise an appropriate People Plan that aligns with business priorities and plans. Develop Risk and Retention planning based on feedback. Facilitate and implement key People initiatives, starting with a clear progression framework at company and employee level. Oversight on all aspects of People Management across the business, including day-to-day line manager coaching directly and via your team. Provide legal advice to resolve people issues professionally and ethically, consulting external advisors as required. Be an engaged member of the Executive Senior Team, taking part in key business decisions and contributing your ideas. Responsible for reporting and tracking of all people analytics Lead-from-the-front leader with willingness to roll up sleeves when needed A strong generalist background with experience of the full employee lifecycle and great understanding across the People function. Proven experience as Head of HR or similar senior HR role in 200+ person business. Confident knowledge of UK employment law and comfortable operating across all markets in Europe, include Germany, Spain, France and Poland Great communicator with strong EQ, both in 1:1 and in large groups. Direct in approach and comfortable challenging at all levels. Ability to use data and analytics to measure success and output. Aptitude in communication and presentation skills. Well-organised with excellent leadership qualities. Previous experience of providing input into company decision making and influencing at a senior level Our benefits include, 24 days holiday a year (increasing by 1 day/year to a max of 30 with every year of service), a day of birthday leave, early finish Fridays, pension, life assurance, enhanced parental leave and access to Perkbox. Equal opportunities Assembly is an advocate for equal opportunity in the workplace. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability and gender identity. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. Social and Environmental Responsibility At Assembly, we have a responsibility to bring impact into our every day. This means we must always look for ways in which to be conscious citizens in our roles to support society and environmental sustainability. We encourage employees to; be a conscious citizen by actively participating in our organisation's sustainability efforts, help us promote environmentally friendly practices within the workplace, collaborate with community organisations and stakeholders to support initiatives aligned with our company's values, participate in volunteer activities that benefit the community. Employees are also encouraged to make suggestions and evaluate our business practices to identify areas for improvement in social and environmental performance. Employees at Assembly demonstrate commitment to sustainability and inclusivity in their actions and behaviours.
SMITHS DETECTION MAKING THE WORLD A SAFER PLACE Every minute of every day, in nearly every country across the globe, Smiths Detection people and technology make the world a safer place. We safeguard people, business and infrastructure with the latest innovations and screening technology for aviation, ports, borders, defense, and security across 55 countries around the globe Life At Smiths - Global leader : We impact critical systems every day with sites in 17 countries and six centers of research excellence. From pioneering to powering life-changing innovation, we're delivering threat detection and screening solutions to safeguard the world from threat Digital growth : A key part of our capability is the integration of digital technology across our business and our operations in more than 55 countries, will be critical to our continued success Exciting opportunities : Our growth is creating exciting opportunities to work with experts in physics, chemistry, electronics, mechanics, production, computer science, and AIML International environment : With some projects, work requires global collaboration and the potential to travel and grow with the business Smiths Detection is a global authority on the application, management and manufacture of world class detection and screening technology. Every minute of every day, our detection and screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Our goal is simple - to provide the security, peace of mind and freedom of movement upon which the world depends. We deliver the solutions needed to protect society from the threat and illegal passage of explosives, prohibitive weapons, contraband, toxic chemicals and narcotics. The facility at Hemel Hempstead manufactures trace detection equipment based on Ion Mobility Spectrometry technology and products such as the Ionscan 600 and the Lightweight Chemical Detector have an excellent reputation for performance and reliability in worldwide use. The Head of Communications will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive internal and external communications and public relations strategy to support Smiths Detection's overall global business objectives. This is a hands-on role, which will require the incumbent to leverage a thorough understanding of corporate strategy in order to develop and execute communications and public relations programmes and campaigns for all audiences and stakeholders. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading an array of core communications activities including executive communications, employee communications and briefings, public and media external relations, social media, website maintenance, government communications, and investor relations. Duties and Responsibilities (include, but not limited to) Owns the development and execution of corporate communications in line with global marketing strategy. Works closely with business functions to develop compelling value propositions. Leads the development of corporate materials (videos, presentations, brochures etc) - including liaising with internal contributors, writing, editing and proofing copy, and coordinating the production process and distribution. Drives Smiths Detection's public relations and media engagement strategy in cooperation with regional and global marketing managers, that represents Smiths Detection in a positive manner globally while strengthening our brand image. Manages crisis communications in liaison with the Marketing Communications Director. Works directly with senior leadership team members advising them on external communication best practices. Provides interface into Smiths Group Media and Investor Relations teams. Acts a as press liaison for projects and announcements. Supports corporate initiatives and contributes to the correct messaging to investors and analysts. Manages the relationships with external agencies. Budget management. Lead and develop the External Communications team. Owns the social media strategy and works with stakeholders across the business to identify and develop content ideas. Engages and grows our follower base on key social media channels, including use paid social advertising. Own the overall delivery, development and outcomes of our internal communications strategy in line with evolving business needs. Write and/or oversee engaging and exciting communications to drive key messages across all channels (emails, newsletters, employee app, events, etc.) and drive increased engagement with our channels. Act as a trusted advisor to our Senior Leadership Team and Extended Senior Leadership Team, in their communications to employees, suggest/enrich scripts for their internal talks, town halls, internal events etc. Ensure that internal and external messaging have a unified voice and consistent messaging, working with the Marketing community (e.g. product launches, organisational announcements, acquisitions, industry news and events, employer branding campaigns, etc.) Act as a subject matter expert; advising stakeholders on effective communications including channels mix, presentation support, communications planning, key messages development, and best practice. Lead / contribute to key cross-functional strategic projects outside of the direct internal communications strategy. Lead and develop the Internal Communications team, while being accountable for what Internal Communications deliver to our internal stakeholders and/or audiences. About you Master's degree in business, Marketing, Communications or related field of study (essential). A minimum of 10 years' experience in similar position. Experience working in B2B industry or agency. Experience across a range of sectors, preferably including the security sector. Excellent writing ability with extensive experience in all forms of corporate and executive communication, from business media news releases to executive talking points. Ability to communicate complex information accurately, both verbally and in writing. Proven experience in building and implementing innovative, high-impact campaigns across all relevant channels and media (including social media) and aligning strategy with business goals and results. Deep and broad global business acumen, including practice in measuring the cost and ROI of communications campaigns. Excellent understanding of digital communications best practice. Experience working in a global matrix organization. Comfortable interacting with senior stakeholders across the business. Knowledge of online communications tools such as SharePoint, mass email systems and social media. Highly organised and conscientious, with strong attention to detail and the ability to set up systems and processes to manage projects and campaigns. The ability to work under pressure, priorities, respond quickly to changing requirements and meet tight deadlines. Strong creativity. Experience in crisis management and providing leadership and direction to develop fast, effective techniques to mitigate risks. Experience managing external partners / consultants as required. Ability to seamlessly move from strategy to hands-on implementation and back again. To find out more about life at Smiths Detection check out our LinkedIn page follow our story. Join us for a great career and competitive compensation & benefits whilst keeping the world a safer place. Diversity & Inclusion We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity. We have several employee-led Employee Resources Groups Black Employees Network, Veterans, Pride Network) providing support, enhancing career development, and contributing to personal development in the work environment and beyond. At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation - including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career's website ( )or LinkedIn.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
SMITHS DETECTION MAKING THE WORLD A SAFER PLACE Every minute of every day, in nearly every country across the globe, Smiths Detection people and technology make the world a safer place. We safeguard people, business and infrastructure with the latest innovations and screening technology for aviation, ports, borders, defense, and security across 55 countries around the globe Life At Smiths - Global leader : We impact critical systems every day with sites in 17 countries and six centers of research excellence. From pioneering to powering life-changing innovation, we're delivering threat detection and screening solutions to safeguard the world from threat Digital growth : A key part of our capability is the integration of digital technology across our business and our operations in more than 55 countries, will be critical to our continued success Exciting opportunities : Our growth is creating exciting opportunities to work with experts in physics, chemistry, electronics, mechanics, production, computer science, and AIML International environment : With some projects, work requires global collaboration and the potential to travel and grow with the business Smiths Detection is a global authority on the application, management and manufacture of world class detection and screening technology. Every minute of every day, our detection and screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Our goal is simple - to provide the security, peace of mind and freedom of movement upon which the world depends. We deliver the solutions needed to protect society from the threat and illegal passage of explosives, prohibitive weapons, contraband, toxic chemicals and narcotics. The facility at Hemel Hempstead manufactures trace detection equipment based on Ion Mobility Spectrometry technology and products such as the Ionscan 600 and the Lightweight Chemical Detector have an excellent reputation for performance and reliability in worldwide use. The Head of Communications will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive internal and external communications and public relations strategy to support Smiths Detection's overall global business objectives. This is a hands-on role, which will require the incumbent to leverage a thorough understanding of corporate strategy in order to develop and execute communications and public relations programmes and campaigns for all audiences and stakeholders. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading an array of core communications activities including executive communications, employee communications and briefings, public and media external relations, social media, website maintenance, government communications, and investor relations. Duties and Responsibilities (include, but not limited to) Owns the development and execution of corporate communications in line with global marketing strategy. Works closely with business functions to develop compelling value propositions. Leads the development of corporate materials (videos, presentations, brochures etc) - including liaising with internal contributors, writing, editing and proofing copy, and coordinating the production process and distribution. Drives Smiths Detection's public relations and media engagement strategy in cooperation with regional and global marketing managers, that represents Smiths Detection in a positive manner globally while strengthening our brand image. Manages crisis communications in liaison with the Marketing Communications Director. Works directly with senior leadership team members advising them on external communication best practices. Provides interface into Smiths Group Media and Investor Relations teams. Acts a as press liaison for projects and announcements. Supports corporate initiatives and contributes to the correct messaging to investors and analysts. Manages the relationships with external agencies. Budget management. Lead and develop the External Communications team. Owns the social media strategy and works with stakeholders across the business to identify and develop content ideas. Engages and grows our follower base on key social media channels, including use paid social advertising. Own the overall delivery, development and outcomes of our internal communications strategy in line with evolving business needs. Write and/or oversee engaging and exciting communications to drive key messages across all channels (emails, newsletters, employee app, events, etc.) and drive increased engagement with our channels. Act as a trusted advisor to our Senior Leadership Team and Extended Senior Leadership Team, in their communications to employees, suggest/enrich scripts for their internal talks, town halls, internal events etc. Ensure that internal and external messaging have a unified voice and consistent messaging, working with the Marketing community (e.g. product launches, organisational announcements, acquisitions, industry news and events, employer branding campaigns, etc.) Act as a subject matter expert; advising stakeholders on effective communications including channels mix, presentation support, communications planning, key messages development, and best practice. Lead / contribute to key cross-functional strategic projects outside of the direct internal communications strategy. Lead and develop the Internal Communications team, while being accountable for what Internal Communications deliver to our internal stakeholders and/or audiences. About you Master's degree in business, Marketing, Communications or related field of study (essential). A minimum of 10 years' experience in similar position. Experience working in B2B industry or agency. Experience across a range of sectors, preferably including the security sector. Excellent writing ability with extensive experience in all forms of corporate and executive communication, from business media news releases to executive talking points. Ability to communicate complex information accurately, both verbally and in writing. Proven experience in building and implementing innovative, high-impact campaigns across all relevant channels and media (including social media) and aligning strategy with business goals and results. Deep and broad global business acumen, including practice in measuring the cost and ROI of communications campaigns. Excellent understanding of digital communications best practice. Experience working in a global matrix organization. Comfortable interacting with senior stakeholders across the business. Knowledge of online communications tools such as SharePoint, mass email systems and social media. Highly organised and conscientious, with strong attention to detail and the ability to set up systems and processes to manage projects and campaigns. The ability to work under pressure, priorities, respond quickly to changing requirements and meet tight deadlines. Strong creativity. Experience in crisis management and providing leadership and direction to develop fast, effective techniques to mitigate risks. Experience managing external partners / consultants as required. Ability to seamlessly move from strategy to hands-on implementation and back again. To find out more about life at Smiths Detection check out our LinkedIn page follow our story. Join us for a great career and competitive compensation & benefits whilst keeping the world a safer place. Diversity & Inclusion We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity. We have several employee-led Employee Resources Groups Black Employees Network, Veterans, Pride Network) providing support, enhancing career development, and contributing to personal development in the work environment and beyond. At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation - including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career's website ( )or LinkedIn.
Company Description Zoro UK is a wholly owned subsidiary of Grainger (NYSE: GWW), a global industrial supplier with headquarters in Lake Forest, IL, USA. Established in 2017, we re a young business breaking into the Industrial MRO market and increasing our share of the market through a proposition that is focused on the needs of our customers. Our purpose is to keep our customers businesses running efficiently. Our teams are in London and Leicester. Leicester is the home of the Category, Customer Service & Sales, Merchandising and Finance teams, whilst our Technology, Marketing and Data Analytics, and HR teams are based in the heart of London. Working for Zoro UK means working within a start-up culture but with the backing of an established global player within the MRO market. We aspire for fast growth; we seek new ideas to succeed and disrupt the market; we solve problems and seek out new ones; and we seek individuals who are comfortable with ambiguity. This role is located in Moorgate - City of London Primary Function You are responsible for the operational and day-to-day delivery of our HR core functions in the employee lifecycle. You will be the first point of contact for the HR department and be responsible for delivering the right information, advice and guidance to service users across the business. Principal Duties & Responsibilities HR Operations Take responsibility for the management of information related to the legal status of team members eligibility to work (ie. Right to Work checks, DBS checks, reference-retrieval and academic academic/professional verification). Assist in the development and review of compensation structures to ensure competitiveness in the market. Aid in the designing, preparing and delivery of training and How To sessions for leaders and team members on HR management-related practices. Support in the provision of the performance review processes, providing guidance to leaders and team members. Identify and support new ways of working and continuous improvement within the HR function to ensure a high performing, professional and consistent service to all service users within Zoro UK. Participate in our EDI agenda by working with team members and external contacts to ensure we adhere to our commitments. HR Data Management Be familiar and identify improvements with our HRIS (Zoho People), overseeing input and management of the system. Retrieve, analyse and report information as and when necessary to a range of service users (including for the use of payroll reporting). Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations using a range of different technologies. Employee Relations & Policies Advise leaders and team members on best ER practices ensuring that advice given complies with best employment practice, current legislation and Zoro UK s internal policies. Support in ensuring HR policies are written in a way that is transparent and accessible to all colleagues, and that leaders are trained to support in how to use them Maintain knowledge of legal requirements for employers, and suggest updates needed to remain compliant for policies, contracts of employment and the Employee Handbook. Research, develop and propose policy updates, new policies and or updating procedures/guidance to support a growing and evolving organisation ensuring all policies are compliant with current employment law. Partner with leaders to ensure consistent application of our practices and procedures where appropriate. Resourcing & Workforce Planning Work with leaders to ensure recruitment campaigns are managed effectively, including comprehensive recruitment briefs, managing third party supplier relationships and assisting leaders with all aspects of the recruitment process. Support in the provision of recruitment processes ensuring they are compliant with current legislation including contracts and offer letters, pre-employment checks and any requirements for internal job changes. Oversee the onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring new and departing colleagues have a positive experience. Maintain, update and conduct the HR induction and work with hiring managers on the on-boarding process to assist with the integration of new joiners to Zoro UK. Support in the development and management of future succession planning programmes (i.e. Graduate, Internship, Apprenticeship and Secondment programmes) Ensure we have the appropriate data to inform our decisions and produce quarterly reports on leavers feedback and recruitment data that demonstrates the effectiveness of our processes and our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. Learning and Development Maintain appropriate systems for identifying, planning, delivering and measuring L&D needs and initiatives. Support in the management of training plans, and ensure outcomes are appropriately measured and reported on. Liaise with leaders to understand all necessary aspects of their learning and development needs, and to ensure they are fully informed of our L&D opportunities. Develop and deliver training and communication material to support learning and development needs. Preferred Education & Experience Experience & Skills - Extensive experience in the use of a range of different Human Resource Information Systems (the use of Zoho People is also preferable but not essential). - 5+ years experience in a similar capacity as a HR Generalist or Snr HR Advisor in a complex, fast-paced organisation with a proven track record. - Excellent organisational and coaching skills. - Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. - Diligent, firm and fair with high ethical standards Knowledge - Excellent knowledge of employment legislation and regulations - Thorough understanding of human resource management principles, best practices & UK employment law. - Knowledge of data analysis and reporting from HRIS and other technologies. Education - CIPD-accredited qualification in Human Resource Management or equivalent at level 5 as a minimum (level 7 desirable but not essential). Work Environment - This is a hybrid role offering both home and office working flexibility. In office requirement is one day per week as a minimum, sometimes more if required to meet business activities or training requirements. - The role may require travel between Zoro locations in Leicester and London or other locations both nationally and internationally. - Collaborates closely with other members of the Zoro team and Grainger companies. Zoro UK's company benefits include (after probation): - 33 days of annual leave including bank holidays (+ buy scheme of up to 5 days). - Staff discount on our website - Brilliant pension contribution (8% from Zoro UK!). - Medical, personal accident, life and income protection insurance are all included. - Attractive company sick pay. - Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave. - Cycle to Work Scheme. - Company quarterly events. - Bright, spacious, modern offices with free teas, coffees, soft drinks and nibbles!
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Company Description Zoro UK is a wholly owned subsidiary of Grainger (NYSE: GWW), a global industrial supplier with headquarters in Lake Forest, IL, USA. Established in 2017, we re a young business breaking into the Industrial MRO market and increasing our share of the market through a proposition that is focused on the needs of our customers. Our purpose is to keep our customers businesses running efficiently. Our teams are in London and Leicester. Leicester is the home of the Category, Customer Service & Sales, Merchandising and Finance teams, whilst our Technology, Marketing and Data Analytics, and HR teams are based in the heart of London. Working for Zoro UK means working within a start-up culture but with the backing of an established global player within the MRO market. We aspire for fast growth; we seek new ideas to succeed and disrupt the market; we solve problems and seek out new ones; and we seek individuals who are comfortable with ambiguity. This role is located in Moorgate - City of London Primary Function You are responsible for the operational and day-to-day delivery of our HR core functions in the employee lifecycle. You will be the first point of contact for the HR department and be responsible for delivering the right information, advice and guidance to service users across the business. Principal Duties & Responsibilities HR Operations Take responsibility for the management of information related to the legal status of team members eligibility to work (ie. Right to Work checks, DBS checks, reference-retrieval and academic academic/professional verification). Assist in the development and review of compensation structures to ensure competitiveness in the market. Aid in the designing, preparing and delivery of training and How To sessions for leaders and team members on HR management-related practices. Support in the provision of the performance review processes, providing guidance to leaders and team members. Identify and support new ways of working and continuous improvement within the HR function to ensure a high performing, professional and consistent service to all service users within Zoro UK. Participate in our EDI agenda by working with team members and external contacts to ensure we adhere to our commitments. HR Data Management Be familiar and identify improvements with our HRIS (Zoho People), overseeing input and management of the system. Retrieve, analyse and report information as and when necessary to a range of service users (including for the use of payroll reporting). Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations using a range of different technologies. Employee Relations & Policies Advise leaders and team members on best ER practices ensuring that advice given complies with best employment practice, current legislation and Zoro UK s internal policies. Support in ensuring HR policies are written in a way that is transparent and accessible to all colleagues, and that leaders are trained to support in how to use them Maintain knowledge of legal requirements for employers, and suggest updates needed to remain compliant for policies, contracts of employment and the Employee Handbook. Research, develop and propose policy updates, new policies and or updating procedures/guidance to support a growing and evolving organisation ensuring all policies are compliant with current employment law. Partner with leaders to ensure consistent application of our practices and procedures where appropriate. Resourcing & Workforce Planning Work with leaders to ensure recruitment campaigns are managed effectively, including comprehensive recruitment briefs, managing third party supplier relationships and assisting leaders with all aspects of the recruitment process. Support in the provision of recruitment processes ensuring they are compliant with current legislation including contracts and offer letters, pre-employment checks and any requirements for internal job changes. Oversee the onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring new and departing colleagues have a positive experience. Maintain, update and conduct the HR induction and work with hiring managers on the on-boarding process to assist with the integration of new joiners to Zoro UK. Support in the development and management of future succession planning programmes (i.e. Graduate, Internship, Apprenticeship and Secondment programmes) Ensure we have the appropriate data to inform our decisions and produce quarterly reports on leavers feedback and recruitment data that demonstrates the effectiveness of our processes and our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. Learning and Development Maintain appropriate systems for identifying, planning, delivering and measuring L&D needs and initiatives. Support in the management of training plans, and ensure outcomes are appropriately measured and reported on. Liaise with leaders to understand all necessary aspects of their learning and development needs, and to ensure they are fully informed of our L&D opportunities. Develop and deliver training and communication material to support learning and development needs. Preferred Education & Experience Experience & Skills - Extensive experience in the use of a range of different Human Resource Information Systems (the use of Zoho People is also preferable but not essential). - 5+ years experience in a similar capacity as a HR Generalist or Snr HR Advisor in a complex, fast-paced organisation with a proven track record. - Excellent organisational and coaching skills. - Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. - Diligent, firm and fair with high ethical standards Knowledge - Excellent knowledge of employment legislation and regulations - Thorough understanding of human resource management principles, best practices & UK employment law. - Knowledge of data analysis and reporting from HRIS and other technologies. Education - CIPD-accredited qualification in Human Resource Management or equivalent at level 5 as a minimum (level 7 desirable but not essential). Work Environment - This is a hybrid role offering both home and office working flexibility. In office requirement is one day per week as a minimum, sometimes more if required to meet business activities or training requirements. - The role may require travel between Zoro locations in Leicester and London or other locations both nationally and internationally. - Collaborates closely with other members of the Zoro team and Grainger companies. Zoro UK's company benefits include (after probation): - 33 days of annual leave including bank holidays (+ buy scheme of up to 5 days). - Staff discount on our website - Brilliant pension contribution (8% from Zoro UK!). - Medical, personal accident, life and income protection insurance are all included. - Attractive company sick pay. - Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave. - Cycle to Work Scheme. - Company quarterly events. - Bright, spacious, modern offices with free teas, coffees, soft drinks and nibbles!
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Digital Procurement Manager to join our team on a national basis. The salary on offer is from 50,000 dependent on experience and location, a 6% matched pension. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Digital procurement professional to join a large, national organisation who is driving systemic change in how the NHS operates its estate to facilitate the best patient care possible. The role will provide the successful candidate with significant career development opportunities with significant support for further training and qualifications. You will plan, organise, and execute category related procurement activities with the objective of obtaining best value while balancing commercial and legal risk; reduce total cost of ownership for Digital and Data category third party spend whilst driving continuous improvement, leverage expertise of industry best practices, benchmarking of market competition; and act as an escalation point on supplier disputes and/or performance issues. This role will be responsible for monitoring and driving procurement compliance in accordance with the Procurement Policy, Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015), Cabinet Office Controls, and Government Commercial Function Technical Standards across all areas of non-pay spend at NHS Property Services. Managers are expected to have a good understanding of their functional area, and how it connects with other areas of the business. They collaborate with colleagues to provide relevant and timely information including reporting, to ensure we maintain compliance, to deliver value for money in order to deliver positive outcomes for our internal and external stakeholders. You will lead on new procurement activity for area of expertise, leading the national sourcing initiatives and supporting the decentralised procurement activities; and become a value enabler and trusted advisor to colleagues (supporting the business in the delivery and execution of strategic projects, provide market led intelligence for the development of business cases). Transition and implementation of all contracts to ensure continuity of supply and risk/cost mitigation is key, as is contribution to the development and execution of Procurement Category Strategies for area of subject matter expertise. The successful candidate will have, experience of Digital procurement activities as well as: Experience gained across multiple procurement categories Demonstratable experience of leading procurement projects and strategic sourcing activities Public Sector procurement knowledge, Public Sector frameworks knowledge Experience using Procure to Pay systems and eSourcing solutions In-depth knowledge of PCR 2015 and contract management CIPS qualified or working towards, or willing to obtain qualification We understand how important life is outside of work so, as well as a competitive salary we will also offer: 27 days annual leave + 8 days bank holiday with the option to buy additional weeks leave A Smarter Working Programme, empowering you to choose the location of how and where you work according to your daily activities. Training and development opportunities, providing opportunities for our colleagues to develop & progress their careers at all levels through our Professional Excellence Framework. If you do ever need a little bit of extra help we have a great employee assistance programme, financial well-being support and access to great discounts with leading high street names with the bluelight discount card. Our culture and values seek to place our NHS colleagues and their patients, at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate diversity, and we are working hard to create an inclusive environment where people love to work and can fulfil their potential. We would encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early should we receive a high number of applications. Best of luck with your application!
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Digital Procurement Manager to join our team on a national basis. The salary on offer is from 50,000 dependent on experience and location, a 6% matched pension. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Digital procurement professional to join a large, national organisation who is driving systemic change in how the NHS operates its estate to facilitate the best patient care possible. The role will provide the successful candidate with significant career development opportunities with significant support for further training and qualifications. You will plan, organise, and execute category related procurement activities with the objective of obtaining best value while balancing commercial and legal risk; reduce total cost of ownership for Digital and Data category third party spend whilst driving continuous improvement, leverage expertise of industry best practices, benchmarking of market competition; and act as an escalation point on supplier disputes and/or performance issues. This role will be responsible for monitoring and driving procurement compliance in accordance with the Procurement Policy, Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015), Cabinet Office Controls, and Government Commercial Function Technical Standards across all areas of non-pay spend at NHS Property Services. Managers are expected to have a good understanding of their functional area, and how it connects with other areas of the business. They collaborate with colleagues to provide relevant and timely information including reporting, to ensure we maintain compliance, to deliver value for money in order to deliver positive outcomes for our internal and external stakeholders. You will lead on new procurement activity for area of expertise, leading the national sourcing initiatives and supporting the decentralised procurement activities; and become a value enabler and trusted advisor to colleagues (supporting the business in the delivery and execution of strategic projects, provide market led intelligence for the development of business cases). Transition and implementation of all contracts to ensure continuity of supply and risk/cost mitigation is key, as is contribution to the development and execution of Procurement Category Strategies for area of subject matter expertise. The successful candidate will have, experience of Digital procurement activities as well as: Experience gained across multiple procurement categories Demonstratable experience of leading procurement projects and strategic sourcing activities Public Sector procurement knowledge, Public Sector frameworks knowledge Experience using Procure to Pay systems and eSourcing solutions In-depth knowledge of PCR 2015 and contract management CIPS qualified or working towards, or willing to obtain qualification We understand how important life is outside of work so, as well as a competitive salary we will also offer: 27 days annual leave + 8 days bank holiday with the option to buy additional weeks leave A Smarter Working Programme, empowering you to choose the location of how and where you work according to your daily activities. Training and development opportunities, providing opportunities for our colleagues to develop & progress their careers at all levels through our Professional Excellence Framework. If you do ever need a little bit of extra help we have a great employee assistance programme, financial well-being support and access to great discounts with leading high street names with the bluelight discount card. Our culture and values seek to place our NHS colleagues and their patients, at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate diversity, and we are working hard to create an inclusive environment where people love to work and can fulfil their potential. We would encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early should we receive a high number of applications. Best of luck with your application!
Associate - Antitrust Litigation page is loaded Associate - Antitrust Litigation Apply locations London posted on Posted 9 Days Ago job requisition id R-03135 We are currently looking for a litigator to work within our antitrust litigation team in London, which is active in cartel damages, abuse of dominance and other antitrust litigation in the UK courts and Competition Appeal Tribunal, including collective proceedings and class actions, and frequently coordinating competition litigation on a worldwide basis. Role Summary The team is widely regarded as the leading practice in the market, active in more of the major competition litigation cases than any other firm, and we have the largest dedicated antitrust litigation team in London. We act on the highest profile, and most cutting edge, antitrust litigation matters in the UK including Mastercard's defence against a £14bn class action in relation to multilateral interchange fees, and Volvo's global defence of damages litigation arising out of the EU's trucks cartel decision. The team has been described as a 'jewel in the crown' of Freshfields' global dispute resolution practice, and is at the heart of the firm's global antitrust litigation group. In addition to working on competition litigation and investigation matters, the successful candidate would have the opportunity to work with the firm's wider global investigations and class action practice. The team also undertakes EU and UK domestic public law and related regulatory litigation (including Brexit-related work), human rights cases, as well as broader commercial litigation and competition advisory work. Practice We are recognised as the market leader in competition litigation, financial disputes, global investigations and management of political, consumer and product risk. Our strong international commercial litigation capabilities have allowed us to act on the most significant cases in the market. Key Responsibilities and Deliverables Draft complex witness statements, expert reports and pleadings. Run project processes on significant cases and work towards being the lead associate. Develop litigation skills, both procedural and substantive, and work closely with leading barristers, economists and other expert witnesses. Draft letters/emails to client/other side. Run document reviews and disclosure projects. Attend mediation/settlement discussions and draft settlement agreements. Enhance financial skills, including by working in close cooperation with expert economists. Produce business development plans and work with our BD Manager to generate additional ideas. Delegate to and mentor junior associates and trainees. Participate in seminars/training to clients and other associates. Establish profile and relationships with partners and clients, and in the market. Key Requirements Qualified lawyer qualified in England & Wales or a common law jurisdiction. Strong technical and commercial abilities. Intellectually able with top class academics. A tenacious and enthusiastic approach to surpass the expectations of our clients. Able to work effectively as part of a team and supervise more junior lawyers/trainees. Highly effective communicator (both orally and in writing). Able to take on a high degree of responsibility and manage a challenging workload. Committed to providing an excellent service to our clients. Proactive involvement in business development and knowledge management. Freshfields Overview Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is a major international law firm, providing business law advice of the highest quality. We want to be the law firm that clients turn to for legal advice where it most matters, wherever in the world that may be. The Firm has over 2,400 lawyers in 28 offices around the world, providing a comprehensive service to national and multinational corporations, financial institutions and governments. Our people make our firm - we are a people business and want to create a welcoming and supportive environment where all can flourish. We see diversity as a strength which creates fresh perspectives and generates new ideas. We enjoy our work and are determined to do an outstanding job. We deliver best when working in teams. Our culture is a product of the combined mindsets and behaviours of our people which is through the Being Freshfields principles, outlined below: we show respect to everyone we are there for one another we are open with each other we are positive role models We think and work globally - we don't just say we are one firm; we act like one firm right across the world. We work wherever our clients need us. This is how we define ourselves, not by reference to where we have offices. Cross-border work isn't just what we do, it is what we excel at. We understand what it really takes to work across different legal systems and commercial environments and to bridge language and cultural gaps. We aim to add value in everything we do - we are passionate about helping our clients succeed. We use our experience and creativity to help clients make judgements and achieve their goals. In everything we do, we seek to make a real difference to the communities in which we operate. Freshfields is committed to promoting equality and diversity and to developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds make important and positive contributions to our business and how we service our clients. Inclusion Freshfields is an equal opportunities employer and all applications received by the firm will be considered by the firm on the basis of their merit alone and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of background. All offers of employment will be conditional on the candidate having/securing the right to work in the UK and providing the firm with evidence of that right (as required by the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006) prior to employment commencing. Freshfields is a Ban the Box employer. We ask applicants to disclose criminal convictions only when a conditional job offer is made. A conviction does not automatically lead to withdrawal of the offer: we make decisions on a case by case basis and take a number of factors into account (eg the role you are applying for and the circumstances of the offence). You would have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before we make a decision. Similar Jobs (1) Associate - Patent Litigation locations London posted on Posted 19 Days Ago Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is a global law firm with a long-standing track record of successfully supporting the world's leading national and multinational corporations, financial institutions, and governments on ground-breaking and business critical mandates. At Freshfields we seek to create a better future for our clients, our people and the communities in which we live and work. We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feel they can belong, engage and excel.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Associate - Antitrust Litigation page is loaded Associate - Antitrust Litigation Apply locations London posted on Posted 9 Days Ago job requisition id R-03135 We are currently looking for a litigator to work within our antitrust litigation team in London, which is active in cartel damages, abuse of dominance and other antitrust litigation in the UK courts and Competition Appeal Tribunal, including collective proceedings and class actions, and frequently coordinating competition litigation on a worldwide basis. Role Summary The team is widely regarded as the leading practice in the market, active in more of the major competition litigation cases than any other firm, and we have the largest dedicated antitrust litigation team in London. We act on the highest profile, and most cutting edge, antitrust litigation matters in the UK including Mastercard's defence against a £14bn class action in relation to multilateral interchange fees, and Volvo's global defence of damages litigation arising out of the EU's trucks cartel decision. The team has been described as a 'jewel in the crown' of Freshfields' global dispute resolution practice, and is at the heart of the firm's global antitrust litigation group. In addition to working on competition litigation and investigation matters, the successful candidate would have the opportunity to work with the firm's wider global investigations and class action practice. The team also undertakes EU and UK domestic public law and related regulatory litigation (including Brexit-related work), human rights cases, as well as broader commercial litigation and competition advisory work. Practice We are recognised as the market leader in competition litigation, financial disputes, global investigations and management of political, consumer and product risk. Our strong international commercial litigation capabilities have allowed us to act on the most significant cases in the market. Key Responsibilities and Deliverables Draft complex witness statements, expert reports and pleadings. Run project processes on significant cases and work towards being the lead associate. Develop litigation skills, both procedural and substantive, and work closely with leading barristers, economists and other expert witnesses. Draft letters/emails to client/other side. Run document reviews and disclosure projects. Attend mediation/settlement discussions and draft settlement agreements. Enhance financial skills, including by working in close cooperation with expert economists. Produce business development plans and work with our BD Manager to generate additional ideas. Delegate to and mentor junior associates and trainees. Participate in seminars/training to clients and other associates. Establish profile and relationships with partners and clients, and in the market. Key Requirements Qualified lawyer qualified in England & Wales or a common law jurisdiction. Strong technical and commercial abilities. Intellectually able with top class academics. A tenacious and enthusiastic approach to surpass the expectations of our clients. Able to work effectively as part of a team and supervise more junior lawyers/trainees. Highly effective communicator (both orally and in writing). Able to take on a high degree of responsibility and manage a challenging workload. Committed to providing an excellent service to our clients. Proactive involvement in business development and knowledge management. Freshfields Overview Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is a major international law firm, providing business law advice of the highest quality. We want to be the law firm that clients turn to for legal advice where it most matters, wherever in the world that may be. The Firm has over 2,400 lawyers in 28 offices around the world, providing a comprehensive service to national and multinational corporations, financial institutions and governments. Our people make our firm - we are a people business and want to create a welcoming and supportive environment where all can flourish. We see diversity as a strength which creates fresh perspectives and generates new ideas. We enjoy our work and are determined to do an outstanding job. We deliver best when working in teams. Our culture is a product of the combined mindsets and behaviours of our people which is through the Being Freshfields principles, outlined below: we show respect to everyone we are there for one another we are open with each other we are positive role models We think and work globally - we don't just say we are one firm; we act like one firm right across the world. We work wherever our clients need us. This is how we define ourselves, not by reference to where we have offices. Cross-border work isn't just what we do, it is what we excel at. We understand what it really takes to work across different legal systems and commercial environments and to bridge language and cultural gaps. We aim to add value in everything we do - we are passionate about helping our clients succeed. We use our experience and creativity to help clients make judgements and achieve their goals. In everything we do, we seek to make a real difference to the communities in which we operate. Freshfields is committed to promoting equality and diversity and to developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds make important and positive contributions to our business and how we service our clients. Inclusion Freshfields is an equal opportunities employer and all applications received by the firm will be considered by the firm on the basis of their merit alone and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of background. All offers of employment will be conditional on the candidate having/securing the right to work in the UK and providing the firm with evidence of that right (as required by the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006) prior to employment commencing. Freshfields is a Ban the Box employer. We ask applicants to disclose criminal convictions only when a conditional job offer is made. A conviction does not automatically lead to withdrawal of the offer: we make decisions on a case by case basis and take a number of factors into account (eg the role you are applying for and the circumstances of the offence). You would have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before we make a decision. Similar Jobs (1) Associate - Patent Litigation locations London posted on Posted 19 Days Ago Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is a global law firm with a long-standing track record of successfully supporting the world's leading national and multinational corporations, financial institutions, and governments on ground-breaking and business critical mandates. At Freshfields we seek to create a better future for our clients, our people and the communities in which we live and work. We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feel they can belong, engage and excel.
Why Norstella ? Norstella unites market-leading companies that all have a shared goal of improving patient access. Each organization (Evaluate, MMIT, Panalgo , The Dedham Group) delivers must-have answers for critical strategic and commercial decision-making. Together, we help our clients: Assess the market need and competitive landscape Know precisely which drugs to prioritize in their portfolios Find out where the launch difficulties will be-before they're difficulties Track and improve market access post-launch By combining the efforts of each organization under Norstella , we can offer an even wider breadth of expertise, cutting-edge data solutions and expert advisory services alongside advanced technologies such as real-world data, machine learning and predictive analytics. At Norstella , we don't just deliver information and insights. We deliver answers you can act on . THE TEAM In this role of Legal Counsel , you will be part of the global Legal Norstella team. You will be based in the UK and report into the Head of Commercial Legal. In this role, you will be responsible for providing broad commercial legal support to a leading provider of drug, device, company, clinical trial and market intelligence in the pharmaceutical and medtech markets HOW YOU LL SUCCEED Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of agreements with customers, vendors, partners, agents, distributors, resellers and other third parties, including data licenses, SaaS agreements , consulting and professional services agreements, master services agreements, marketing and advertising agreements, procurement contracts and other complex commercial agreements. Support the UK, European and international business in achieving its aims by delivering timely and accurate feedback to internal stakeholders . Review RFPs for customers (including government entities) , identify legal issues and help prepare proposals (including licensing agreements). Update various agreement templates to align with changing business policies, legal risks and regulatory and compliance requirements Research and respond to general legal inquiries from in-house clients that relate to matters including local regulatory issues, partnerships, and software licensing, litigation, privacy, intellectual property, real estate and corporate and compliance matters. Participate in compliance initiatives through training and communications. Support management of our IP portfolio Participate in local and cross-regional team projects Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, identifying areas for development WHAT IT TAKES 2 + years experience , preferably some time in-house including via seondment Excellent academic credentials Hands-on experience in commercial law, drafting and negotiating national and cross-border agreements Diversified in-house legal experience is an advantage . International experience preferred. Self-starter able to work independently, exercise good judgment and manage competing priorities Excellent research and analysis skills. Able to analyse and present complex information clearly and concisely to various stakeholders Data licensing, Technology and SaaS experience preferred Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines Comfort to perform a broad range of tasks Confidence in decision-making and managing ambiguity Legal and business-friendly judgment, skilled in building consensus across cross-functional stakeholders . Customer centricity a must. Excellent time management and organi s ational skills WHAT WE OFFER YOU 25 days annual leave, 4 days for volunteering and a personal day Group Life Assurance (100% employer funded) Group Income Protection (100% employer funded) Other voluntary benefits such as: Dental, Cash Plan, PMI Excess Cover, Health Screening & Critica l Illness The guiding principles for success at Norstella : We have a lofty mission to Smooth Access to Life Saving Therapies and we will get there by being bold and passionate about the mission and our clients. Our clients and the mission in what we are trying to accomplish must be in the forefront of our minds in everything we do. 02: Integrity, Truth, Reality We make promises that we can keep, and goals that push us to new heights. Our integrity offers us the opportunity to learn and improve by being honest about what works and what doesn't. By being true to the data and producing realistic metrics, we are able to create plans and resources to achieve our goals. 03: Kindness, Empathy, Grace We will empathize with everyone's situation, provide positive and constructive feedback with kindness, and accept opportunities for improvement with grace and gratitude. We use this principle across the organization to collaborate and build lines of open communication. 04: Resilience, Mettle, Perseverance We will persevere - even in difficult and challenging situations. Our ability to recover from missteps and failures in a positive way will help us to be successful in our mission. We will be true learners by showing humility and gratitude in our work. We recognize that the smartest person in the room is the one who is always listening, learning, and willing to shift their thinking. Norstella is an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour , nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Our ethos is to respect and value people's differences, to help everyone achieve more at work as well as in their personal lives so that they feel proud of the part they play in our success. We believe that all decisions about people at work should be based on the individual's abilities, skills, performance and behaviour and our business requirements. Norstella operates a zero tolerance policy to any form of discrimination, abuse or harassment. We know that sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that sometimes the best opportunities are hidden by self-doubt. We disqualify ourselves before we have the opportunity to be considered. Regardless of where you came from, how you identify, or the path that led you here, you are welcome. If you read this job description and feel engaged and excited, we'd love to see you apply. Interested in a career at Norstella? Join our Talent Network today!
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Why Norstella ? Norstella unites market-leading companies that all have a shared goal of improving patient access. Each organization (Evaluate, MMIT, Panalgo , The Dedham Group) delivers must-have answers for critical strategic and commercial decision-making. Together, we help our clients: Assess the market need and competitive landscape Know precisely which drugs to prioritize in their portfolios Find out where the launch difficulties will be-before they're difficulties Track and improve market access post-launch By combining the efforts of each organization under Norstella , we can offer an even wider breadth of expertise, cutting-edge data solutions and expert advisory services alongside advanced technologies such as real-world data, machine learning and predictive analytics. At Norstella , we don't just deliver information and insights. We deliver answers you can act on . THE TEAM In this role of Legal Counsel , you will be part of the global Legal Norstella team. You will be based in the UK and report into the Head of Commercial Legal. In this role, you will be responsible for providing broad commercial legal support to a leading provider of drug, device, company, clinical trial and market intelligence in the pharmaceutical and medtech markets HOW YOU LL SUCCEED Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of agreements with customers, vendors, partners, agents, distributors, resellers and other third parties, including data licenses, SaaS agreements , consulting and professional services agreements, master services agreements, marketing and advertising agreements, procurement contracts and other complex commercial agreements. Support the UK, European and international business in achieving its aims by delivering timely and accurate feedback to internal stakeholders . Review RFPs for customers (including government entities) , identify legal issues and help prepare proposals (including licensing agreements). Update various agreement templates to align with changing business policies, legal risks and regulatory and compliance requirements Research and respond to general legal inquiries from in-house clients that relate to matters including local regulatory issues, partnerships, and software licensing, litigation, privacy, intellectual property, real estate and corporate and compliance matters. Participate in compliance initiatives through training and communications. Support management of our IP portfolio Participate in local and cross-regional team projects Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, identifying areas for development WHAT IT TAKES 2 + years experience , preferably some time in-house including via seondment Excellent academic credentials Hands-on experience in commercial law, drafting and negotiating national and cross-border agreements Diversified in-house legal experience is an advantage . International experience preferred. Self-starter able to work independently, exercise good judgment and manage competing priorities Excellent research and analysis skills. Able to analyse and present complex information clearly and concisely to various stakeholders Data licensing, Technology and SaaS experience preferred Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines Comfort to perform a broad range of tasks Confidence in decision-making and managing ambiguity Legal and business-friendly judgment, skilled in building consensus across cross-functional stakeholders . Customer centricity a must. Excellent time management and organi s ational skills WHAT WE OFFER YOU 25 days annual leave, 4 days for volunteering and a personal day Group Life Assurance (100% employer funded) Group Income Protection (100% employer funded) Other voluntary benefits such as: Dental, Cash Plan, PMI Excess Cover, Health Screening & Critica l Illness The guiding principles for success at Norstella : We have a lofty mission to Smooth Access to Life Saving Therapies and we will get there by being bold and passionate about the mission and our clients. Our clients and the mission in what we are trying to accomplish must be in the forefront of our minds in everything we do. 02: Integrity, Truth, Reality We make promises that we can keep, and goals that push us to new heights. Our integrity offers us the opportunity to learn and improve by being honest about what works and what doesn't. By being true to the data and producing realistic metrics, we are able to create plans and resources to achieve our goals. 03: Kindness, Empathy, Grace We will empathize with everyone's situation, provide positive and constructive feedback with kindness, and accept opportunities for improvement with grace and gratitude. We use this principle across the organization to collaborate and build lines of open communication. 04: Resilience, Mettle, Perseverance We will persevere - even in difficult and challenging situations. Our ability to recover from missteps and failures in a positive way will help us to be successful in our mission. We will be true learners by showing humility and gratitude in our work. We recognize that the smartest person in the room is the one who is always listening, learning, and willing to shift their thinking. Norstella is an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour , nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Our ethos is to respect and value people's differences, to help everyone achieve more at work as well as in their personal lives so that they feel proud of the part they play in our success. We believe that all decisions about people at work should be based on the individual's abilities, skills, performance and behaviour and our business requirements. Norstella operates a zero tolerance policy to any form of discrimination, abuse or harassment. We know that sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that sometimes the best opportunities are hidden by self-doubt. We disqualify ourselves before we have the opportunity to be considered. Regardless of where you came from, how you identify, or the path that led you here, you are welcome. If you read this job description and feel engaged and excited, we'd love to see you apply. Interested in a career at Norstella? Join our Talent Network today!
Talk Staff Group Limited
Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
We are working with a fantastic legal firm based in Leamington Spa who are looking for a Customer Advisor to join their successful company. You will provide excellent customer service and administration support to the Conveyancing department. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Excellent communication skills written and verbal Hold previous experience within a administration role or customer focused environment ideally within the legal sector Work well under pressure and be highly organised Be confident speaking with clients either on the phone or face to face Demonstrate an understanding of sales within the legal sector General computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word) Reporting to the Client Relationship Manager, you ll be: Liaising with clients via phone and face to face Working within a fast paced environment Updating the CRM system with relevant information Updating the filing system and open/ close files Postal duties including preparing parcels for dispatching General office duties such as filing and photocopying Providing an excellent customer service Salary & Working Hours £23000 per annum p/a DOE Monday Friday 9am 5pm Company pension Employee referral bonus 33 days holiday per year On-site parking Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
We are working with a fantastic legal firm based in Leamington Spa who are looking for a Customer Advisor to join their successful company. You will provide excellent customer service and administration support to the Conveyancing department. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Excellent communication skills written and verbal Hold previous experience within a administration role or customer focused environment ideally within the legal sector Work well under pressure and be highly organised Be confident speaking with clients either on the phone or face to face Demonstrate an understanding of sales within the legal sector General computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word) Reporting to the Client Relationship Manager, you ll be: Liaising with clients via phone and face to face Working within a fast paced environment Updating the CRM system with relevant information Updating the filing system and open/ close files Postal duties including preparing parcels for dispatching General office duties such as filing and photocopying Providing an excellent customer service Salary & Working Hours £23000 per annum p/a DOE Monday Friday 9am 5pm Company pension Employee referral bonus 33 days holiday per year On-site parking Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
35 hours per week CDS is a unique organisation with an unusual mission - to provide, support and grow community-led housing and co-operation - so that more people can shape the things that matter most to them. We are a social landlord in our own right, with more than 820 rented and shared ownership homes. Alongside that, we are the largest co-op services agency in the South East, providing landlord finance and governance expertise as a service provider to over 30 housing co-ops and their 1,800 homes. We are also a promoter of co-operation and Community Led Housing, setting aside a proportion of our surplus each year to invest in projects and ideas that can help to scale up the sector to expand the use of co-operation as an effective and empowering business model. We are a small but ambitious organisation that values collaboration, innovation and doing what matters to residents. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Leasehold Adviser to join us where you will be our expert on all aspects of homeownership. As our lead on leasehold management and the Right to Acquire/Buy you will build on our reputation for reliability by giving quick and accurate responses to homeowner enquiries about leases, service charges, major works consultation, shared ownership staircasing, buying and selling. Your focus will be making it easy for customers to understand their contract with us and for your colleagues to provide the right advice and services. Alongside providing this service, you will develop and maintain our helpful homeownership information library for owners and for staff. We are looking for someone who has previous experience of leasehold management, including thorough knowledge of key legislation and risks. With a passion for providing superior customer service for homeowners, you will be reliable, have excellent follow through, be highly responsive and work collaboratively with homeowners, finding ways to meet their requests within the confines of their leases and our policies. You will be confident in dealing with complex enquiries, as well as liaising with solicitors, surveyors and valuers. You will be highly organised, have unparalleled follow through, possess excellent writing skills and be IT-savvy. You will be prepared to visit schemes for monthly estate inspections, to resolve complaints and meet with leaseholders, as appropriate. There may be times you will need to attend an evening consultation meeting on site. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment in both an advisory role and supporting residents and colleagues alike. With a varied workload and an appreciation for working with legal documents and issues, you will be able to work flexibly to tight deadlines whilst being called on to give advice when needed. We offer a competitive salary, bonus scheme and generous benefits. We take our employee engagement seriously and are proud that over 90% of our staff would recommend CDS as an employer. Closing date: Sunday, 21st April at 11:59pm Interviews: Tuesdays, 30th April (in person at our office: Canopi: 7-14 Great Dover Street London SE1 4YR) We are actively working toward becoming an anti-racist and inclusive organisation, open to challenge and learning in all our work. We are committed to looking for all kinds of talent to build a diverse workforce that represents the people we serve and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Please refer to Job Description when completing your application form.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
35 hours per week CDS is a unique organisation with an unusual mission - to provide, support and grow community-led housing and co-operation - so that more people can shape the things that matter most to them. We are a social landlord in our own right, with more than 820 rented and shared ownership homes. Alongside that, we are the largest co-op services agency in the South East, providing landlord finance and governance expertise as a service provider to over 30 housing co-ops and their 1,800 homes. We are also a promoter of co-operation and Community Led Housing, setting aside a proportion of our surplus each year to invest in projects and ideas that can help to scale up the sector to expand the use of co-operation as an effective and empowering business model. We are a small but ambitious organisation that values collaboration, innovation and doing what matters to residents. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Leasehold Adviser to join us where you will be our expert on all aspects of homeownership. As our lead on leasehold management and the Right to Acquire/Buy you will build on our reputation for reliability by giving quick and accurate responses to homeowner enquiries about leases, service charges, major works consultation, shared ownership staircasing, buying and selling. Your focus will be making it easy for customers to understand their contract with us and for your colleagues to provide the right advice and services. Alongside providing this service, you will develop and maintain our helpful homeownership information library for owners and for staff. We are looking for someone who has previous experience of leasehold management, including thorough knowledge of key legislation and risks. With a passion for providing superior customer service for homeowners, you will be reliable, have excellent follow through, be highly responsive and work collaboratively with homeowners, finding ways to meet their requests within the confines of their leases and our policies. You will be confident in dealing with complex enquiries, as well as liaising with solicitors, surveyors and valuers. You will be highly organised, have unparalleled follow through, possess excellent writing skills and be IT-savvy. You will be prepared to visit schemes for monthly estate inspections, to resolve complaints and meet with leaseholders, as appropriate. There may be times you will need to attend an evening consultation meeting on site. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment in both an advisory role and supporting residents and colleagues alike. With a varied workload and an appreciation for working with legal documents and issues, you will be able to work flexibly to tight deadlines whilst being called on to give advice when needed. We offer a competitive salary, bonus scheme and generous benefits. We take our employee engagement seriously and are proud that over 90% of our staff would recommend CDS as an employer. Closing date: Sunday, 21st April at 11:59pm Interviews: Tuesdays, 30th April (in person at our office: Canopi: 7-14 Great Dover Street London SE1 4YR) We are actively working toward becoming an anti-racist and inclusive organisation, open to challenge and learning in all our work. We are committed to looking for all kinds of talent to build a diverse workforce that represents the people we serve and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Please refer to Job Description when completing your application form.
PwC's Tax practice helps our clients stay ahead of changes that impact their businesses, navigating complexity and risk. We are looking for experienced, driven people to advise clients on International Tax & Treasury ("ITT") matters and who have an interest in the Financial Services ("FS") industry. The team is seeing a significant demand for ITT expertise, as clients need tax and structuring advice to: understand and comply with highly complicated international tax rules (e.g. Pillar 2), and proactively manage tax risk; and change legal, operational and financing structures (e.g. due to expansion into new territories, corporate structure reorganisations and financing projects). The team has enjoyed significant growth over the last three years and has ambitious plans for further growth in the coming years. There is now a need for high calibre individuals to help drive this growth whilst maintaining the team's high standards and inclusive working style. Successful candidates will receive high quality training and structured support for career development including for promotion to Director and beyond. Our client base is truly international and we pride ourselves on the strength of our network. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with the most dynamic, multinational financial institutions in the world, including private equity firms, fintech groups, banks, securities broker/dealers, insurers, and asset & wealth managers. You will be encouraged and supported to develop your own client relationships, lead your own teams, innovate ways of working and drive new uses of technology. You will be joining a team that is supportive and caring, with exciting plans for the future! Responsibilities Lead teams to deliver bespoke, commercially focused tax advice in a fast-paced and evolving international market Responsibility for establishing and maintaining relationships as a trusted advisor, and for leading successful delivery and management of projects Be proactive in seeking opportunities for new and existing clients Develop your internal network to draw upon specialist input on tax and non-tax matters in connection with transactions Be a role model in your personal development, coaching your team to advance their learning and fulfil their own potential Be agile and open minded in your approach to new challenges and seek opportunities to enhance project delivery through new technologies Encouraging technical learning and development in others Essential skills and experience An inquisitive mind and ability to solve problems as part of a diverse team Successfully led teams on a number of projects relating to international tax (e.g. Pillar 2, anti-hybrids, corporate interest restriction, ATAD 3) and treasury (e.g loan relationship and derivative contract rules, foreign exchange, hedging, cash pooling) A proven track record of building internal and external relationships and networks, both within the UK and overseas Developed communication skills, specifically in negotiating with and influencing others Strong analytical, project management and report writing skills Ability to use tax technical knowledge and insights in a fast-paced commercial environment Previous experience with financial services clients an advantage, but not essential A proven track record of developing people and building teams
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
PwC's Tax practice helps our clients stay ahead of changes that impact their businesses, navigating complexity and risk. We are looking for experienced, driven people to advise clients on International Tax & Treasury ("ITT") matters and who have an interest in the Financial Services ("FS") industry. The team is seeing a significant demand for ITT expertise, as clients need tax and structuring advice to: understand and comply with highly complicated international tax rules (e.g. Pillar 2), and proactively manage tax risk; and change legal, operational and financing structures (e.g. due to expansion into new territories, corporate structure reorganisations and financing projects). The team has enjoyed significant growth over the last three years and has ambitious plans for further growth in the coming years. There is now a need for high calibre individuals to help drive this growth whilst maintaining the team's high standards and inclusive working style. Successful candidates will receive high quality training and structured support for career development including for promotion to Director and beyond. Our client base is truly international and we pride ourselves on the strength of our network. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with the most dynamic, multinational financial institutions in the world, including private equity firms, fintech groups, banks, securities broker/dealers, insurers, and asset & wealth managers. You will be encouraged and supported to develop your own client relationships, lead your own teams, innovate ways of working and drive new uses of technology. You will be joining a team that is supportive and caring, with exciting plans for the future! Responsibilities Lead teams to deliver bespoke, commercially focused tax advice in a fast-paced and evolving international market Responsibility for establishing and maintaining relationships as a trusted advisor, and for leading successful delivery and management of projects Be proactive in seeking opportunities for new and existing clients Develop your internal network to draw upon specialist input on tax and non-tax matters in connection with transactions Be a role model in your personal development, coaching your team to advance their learning and fulfil their own potential Be agile and open minded in your approach to new challenges and seek opportunities to enhance project delivery through new technologies Encouraging technical learning and development in others Essential skills and experience An inquisitive mind and ability to solve problems as part of a diverse team Successfully led teams on a number of projects relating to international tax (e.g. Pillar 2, anti-hybrids, corporate interest restriction, ATAD 3) and treasury (e.g loan relationship and derivative contract rules, foreign exchange, hedging, cash pooling) A proven track record of building internal and external relationships and networks, both within the UK and overseas Developed communication skills, specifically in negotiating with and influencing others Strong analytical, project management and report writing skills Ability to use tax technical knowledge and insights in a fast-paced commercial environment Previous experience with financial services clients an advantage, but not essential A proven track record of developing people and building teams
Talk Staff Group Limited
Stow On The Wold, Gloucestershire
We are working with a fantastic legal firm based near Cheltenham who are looking for a Customer Advisor to join their successful company. You will provide excellent customer service and administration support to the Conveyancing department. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Excellent communication skills written and verbal Hold previous experience within a administration role or customer focused environment ideally within the legal sector Work well under pressure and be highly organised Be confident speaking with clients either on the phone or face to face Demonstrate an understanding of sales within the legal sector General computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word) Reporting to the Client Relationship Manager, you ll be: Liaising with clients via phone and face to face Working within a fast paced environment Updating the CRM system with relevant information Updating the filing system and open/ close files Postal duties including preparing parcels for dispatching General office duties such as filing and photocopying Providing an excellent customer service Salary & Working Hours £23000 per annum p/a DOE Monday Friday 9am 5pm Company pension Employee referral bonus 33 days holiday per year On-site parking Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
We are working with a fantastic legal firm based near Cheltenham who are looking for a Customer Advisor to join their successful company. You will provide excellent customer service and administration support to the Conveyancing department. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Excellent communication skills written and verbal Hold previous experience within a administration role or customer focused environment ideally within the legal sector Work well under pressure and be highly organised Be confident speaking with clients either on the phone or face to face Demonstrate an understanding of sales within the legal sector General computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word) Reporting to the Client Relationship Manager, you ll be: Liaising with clients via phone and face to face Working within a fast paced environment Updating the CRM system with relevant information Updating the filing system and open/ close files Postal duties including preparing parcels for dispatching General office duties such as filing and photocopying Providing an excellent customer service Salary & Working Hours £23000 per annum p/a DOE Monday Friday 9am 5pm Company pension Employee referral bonus 33 days holiday per year On-site parking Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
We are working with a fantastic legal firm based in Solihull who are looking for a Customer Avisor to join their successful company. You will provide excellent customer service and administration support to the Conveyancing department. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Excellent communication skills written and verbal Hold previous experience within a administration role or customer focused environment ideally within the legal sector Work well under pressure and be highly organised Be confident speaking with clients either on the phone or face to face Demonstrate an understanding of sales within the legal sector General computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word) Reporting to the Client Relationship Manager, you ll be: Liaising with clients via phone and face to face Working within a fast paced environment Updating the CRM system with relevant information Updating the filing system and open/ close files Postal duties including preparing parcels for dispatching General office duties such as filing and photocopying Providing an excellent customer service Salary & Working Hours £23000 per annum p/a DOE Monday Friday 9am 5pm Company pension Employee referral bonus 33 days holiday per year On-site parking Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
We are working with a fantastic legal firm based in Solihull who are looking for a Customer Avisor to join their successful company. You will provide excellent customer service and administration support to the Conveyancing department. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Excellent communication skills written and verbal Hold previous experience within a administration role or customer focused environment ideally within the legal sector Work well under pressure and be highly organised Be confident speaking with clients either on the phone or face to face Demonstrate an understanding of sales within the legal sector General computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word) Reporting to the Client Relationship Manager, you ll be: Liaising with clients via phone and face to face Working within a fast paced environment Updating the CRM system with relevant information Updating the filing system and open/ close files Postal duties including preparing parcels for dispatching General office duties such as filing and photocopying Providing an excellent customer service Salary & Working Hours £23000 per annum p/a DOE Monday Friday 9am 5pm Company pension Employee referral bonus 33 days holiday per year On-site parking Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
Hey you! Want to work for one of the fastest growing SaaS companies in the world? We're building the next generation of learning software that companies like AWS, Netflix, Opentable and L'Oreal rely on to deliver training We believe learning is for everyone, and that we all have something we can learn from each other. We rely on one another to continuously innovate our products and processes to create an exceptional experience for our employees, customers and partners. Still not sure? We are a culture where values are at the center of everything we do. We also embody what we call the Docebo Heart. We trust our teammates, assume the best of one another, and also hold space for all the differences that make us better. So what are you waiting for? Apply today! Join 800+ global Docebians and change the way people learn. Are you ready to be a part of the learning revolution? About This Opportunity: We are actively seeking a VP of Information Security who embodies a mix of humility and entrepreneurial spirit. This role demands a professional who can effortlessly juggle project management, people leadership, and hands-on mentorship, all grounded in a robust understanding of cyber and information security. As a direct report to the CIO, you will play a critical role in guiding our organization through the nuances of information security governance & compliance, corporate IT security, product security, and cloud infrastructure security. This role is an exceptional opportunity for someone eager to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and innovative environment. Reports to: Chief Information Officer Location: Toronto (CA) or London (UK) - Hybrid Responsibilities: Develop and implement a forward-thinking cybersecurity strategy, acting as a strategic advisor to senior leaders and identifying opportunities for innovation and growth. Cultivate and articulate a progressive vision for the company's future security landscape. Instill a culture of security throughout the organization via public speaking, training programs, and stringent accountability measures. Oversee and refine our security posture and roadmap, ensuring alignment with Docebo's business objectives and industry best practices. Collaborate with key stakeholders such as our CPO, CTO, and other executives to ensure the integrity of our products and systems. Champion adherence to and compliance with recognized industry security standards, conducting internal audits and coordinating with external auditors as necessary. Inspire and guide a high-performance cybersecurity team, setting clear objectives, and milestones, and maintaining accountability. Expand your expertise in our products, technologies, and systems to drive informed decisions. Manage security-related contractual and legal matters; author and maintain comprehensive internal and external policy and process documentation. Implement and track security metrics to ensure effectiveness and enable continuous optimization. Promote a culture of distributed security responsibility, improving training and awareness across the organization. Provide hands-on mentorship and support to your team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment. Prioritize and plan cybersecurity projects effectively, setting clear success criteria and detailed implementation plans. Engage in pragmatic collaboration with tech and product leaders, justifying cybersecurity initiatives with clear value, cost, and risk assessments. Represent Docebo in professional forums, including negotiations and interactions with industry peers, regulators, auditors, and other external stakeholders. Requirements: At least 8 years of relevant experience in technology and/or cybersecurity, including a minimum of 3 years in a senior leadership role. Recent experience in SaaS or Product Software Companies. Proven experience in scaling security practices in a rapidly growing organization. Hands-on experience with in-house software development teams, particularly in securing web and mobile applications, and in cloud environments. Broad expertise in both corporate IT security and product cybersecurity. Demonstrated ability to lead change and ensure the delivery of projects with a high standard of quality and timeliness. Deep knowledge of infrastructure security, with a strong focus on cloud-based security practices and technologies. AWS cloud expertise is preferred. Proven track record of growing and developing a team in tandem with fast-paced company growth. A business-first, solution-oriented mindset in security, extending beyond traditional risk and gap analysis. The capability to operate both in detail-oriented tasks and in developing overarching security strategies and frameworks. Strong regulatory knowledge, including familiarity with Privacy Laws, SOC2, ISO27001, and an understanding of the changing dynamics in AI. FedRamp experience is advantageous. Benefits & Perks -Generous Vacation Policy, plus 2 extra floating holidays to use for religious or cultural events that matter to you -Employee Share Purchase Plan -Career progression/internal mobility opportunities -Four employee resource groups to get involved with (the Docebo Women's Alliance, PRIDE, BIDOC, and Green Ambassadors) -WeWork partnership and "Work from Anywhere" program Hybrid Office Model We believe when people are together, they develop deeper relationships and accelerate innovation. Because of this, all Docebo employees worldwide are "hybrid." We encourage in-person collaboration while supporting work-from-home when employees need dedicated focus time, allowing Docebians to do their best every day. Each team leader is able to decide how often their teams come into the office, considering the needs of the team and the employee's needs. Our Talent Acquisition team will let you know about the role you are applying for and the hybrid details during the first interview. About Docebo Here at Docebo, we power learning experiences for over 3000 customers around the world with our easy-to-use, AI-powered Suite designed to close the enterprise learning loop. We have successfully achieved 2 IPOs ( TSX: DCBO & NASDAQ: DCBO ), been recognized as a Top SaaS e-learning Solution, and are growing exponentially in the process. Docebo is a global company with offices in North America, EMEA, APAC and more. Our people believe in six core values, simply defined and manifested in everything we do - Innovation, Simplicity, Accountability, Togetherness, Curiosity, and Impact. If this sounds like you, now is your time to join one of the fastest-growing learning technology companies on the market. Apply today! Docebo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected under applicable law. Any individuals requiring a reasonable accommodation to assist with their job search or application for employment should send an e-mail to recruiting_accommodations (at) The e-mail should include a description of the requested accommodation and the position you're applying for or interested in.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Hey you! Want to work for one of the fastest growing SaaS companies in the world? We're building the next generation of learning software that companies like AWS, Netflix, Opentable and L'Oreal rely on to deliver training We believe learning is for everyone, and that we all have something we can learn from each other. We rely on one another to continuously innovate our products and processes to create an exceptional experience for our employees, customers and partners. Still not sure? We are a culture where values are at the center of everything we do. We also embody what we call the Docebo Heart. We trust our teammates, assume the best of one another, and also hold space for all the differences that make us better. So what are you waiting for? Apply today! Join 800+ global Docebians and change the way people learn. Are you ready to be a part of the learning revolution? About This Opportunity: We are actively seeking a VP of Information Security who embodies a mix of humility and entrepreneurial spirit. This role demands a professional who can effortlessly juggle project management, people leadership, and hands-on mentorship, all grounded in a robust understanding of cyber and information security. As a direct report to the CIO, you will play a critical role in guiding our organization through the nuances of information security governance & compliance, corporate IT security, product security, and cloud infrastructure security. This role is an exceptional opportunity for someone eager to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and innovative environment. Reports to: Chief Information Officer Location: Toronto (CA) or London (UK) - Hybrid Responsibilities: Develop and implement a forward-thinking cybersecurity strategy, acting as a strategic advisor to senior leaders and identifying opportunities for innovation and growth. Cultivate and articulate a progressive vision for the company's future security landscape. Instill a culture of security throughout the organization via public speaking, training programs, and stringent accountability measures. Oversee and refine our security posture and roadmap, ensuring alignment with Docebo's business objectives and industry best practices. Collaborate with key stakeholders such as our CPO, CTO, and other executives to ensure the integrity of our products and systems. Champion adherence to and compliance with recognized industry security standards, conducting internal audits and coordinating with external auditors as necessary. Inspire and guide a high-performance cybersecurity team, setting clear objectives, and milestones, and maintaining accountability. Expand your expertise in our products, technologies, and systems to drive informed decisions. Manage security-related contractual and legal matters; author and maintain comprehensive internal and external policy and process documentation. Implement and track security metrics to ensure effectiveness and enable continuous optimization. Promote a culture of distributed security responsibility, improving training and awareness across the organization. Provide hands-on mentorship and support to your team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment. Prioritize and plan cybersecurity projects effectively, setting clear success criteria and detailed implementation plans. Engage in pragmatic collaboration with tech and product leaders, justifying cybersecurity initiatives with clear value, cost, and risk assessments. Represent Docebo in professional forums, including negotiations and interactions with industry peers, regulators, auditors, and other external stakeholders. Requirements: At least 8 years of relevant experience in technology and/or cybersecurity, including a minimum of 3 years in a senior leadership role. Recent experience in SaaS or Product Software Companies. Proven experience in scaling security practices in a rapidly growing organization. Hands-on experience with in-house software development teams, particularly in securing web and mobile applications, and in cloud environments. Broad expertise in both corporate IT security and product cybersecurity. Demonstrated ability to lead change and ensure the delivery of projects with a high standard of quality and timeliness. Deep knowledge of infrastructure security, with a strong focus on cloud-based security practices and technologies. AWS cloud expertise is preferred. Proven track record of growing and developing a team in tandem with fast-paced company growth. A business-first, solution-oriented mindset in security, extending beyond traditional risk and gap analysis. The capability to operate both in detail-oriented tasks and in developing overarching security strategies and frameworks. Strong regulatory knowledge, including familiarity with Privacy Laws, SOC2, ISO27001, and an understanding of the changing dynamics in AI. FedRamp experience is advantageous. Benefits & Perks -Generous Vacation Policy, plus 2 extra floating holidays to use for religious or cultural events that matter to you -Employee Share Purchase Plan -Career progression/internal mobility opportunities -Four employee resource groups to get involved with (the Docebo Women's Alliance, PRIDE, BIDOC, and Green Ambassadors) -WeWork partnership and "Work from Anywhere" program Hybrid Office Model We believe when people are together, they develop deeper relationships and accelerate innovation. Because of this, all Docebo employees worldwide are "hybrid." We encourage in-person collaboration while supporting work-from-home when employees need dedicated focus time, allowing Docebians to do their best every day. Each team leader is able to decide how often their teams come into the office, considering the needs of the team and the employee's needs. Our Talent Acquisition team will let you know about the role you are applying for and the hybrid details during the first interview. About Docebo Here at Docebo, we power learning experiences for over 3000 customers around the world with our easy-to-use, AI-powered Suite designed to close the enterprise learning loop. We have successfully achieved 2 IPOs ( TSX: DCBO & NASDAQ: DCBO ), been recognized as a Top SaaS e-learning Solution, and are growing exponentially in the process. Docebo is a global company with offices in North America, EMEA, APAC and more. Our people believe in six core values, simply defined and manifested in everything we do - Innovation, Simplicity, Accountability, Togetherness, Curiosity, and Impact. If this sounds like you, now is your time to join one of the fastest-growing learning technology companies on the market. Apply today! Docebo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected under applicable law. Any individuals requiring a reasonable accommodation to assist with their job search or application for employment should send an e-mail to recruiting_accommodations (at) The e-mail should include a description of the requested accommodation and the position you're applying for or interested in.
Please note that this role is based in the United Kingdom. In order to enable us to meet statutory and regulatory obligations of the United Kingdom immigration system you must have the appropriate immigration permission needed to work and reside in the United Kingdom. As the Legal Director, Data Privacy - EMEA, you will be responsible for handling SPE's overall EMEA Privacy Legal program and collaborate with SPE's Privacy Technical & Operations Team. In addition, you will be responsible for providing actionable EMEA privacy legal advice and subject matter expertise to stakeholders across the company globally. This position requires experience working on a wide variety of EMEA data privacy matters as well as the ability to support all aspects of the company's global privacy initiatives. You will be collaborating with partners across the company to provide practical, business-focused, and timely legal advice and to support the accomplishment of business objectives in an ethical and compliant manner. This position will be based in our London office and report to a US-based team. What you'll do: 40% Manage SPE's Privacy Legal Program for EMEA Create, develop, implement, and improve privacy legal processes and tools. Work collaboratively with colleagues and cross-functional teams to proactively develop and improve EMEA privacy strategy. Provide recommendations regarding internal and external resources to support the privacy program. Liaise with Sony Group Corporation and its operating companies regarding EMEA privacy requirements and strategies. Consult and coordinate with outside counsel regarding local legal requirements, including regulatory filings for international data protection authorities and consultations with European Works Councils. Support integration of newly acquired entities within the SPE Data Privacy Program and assess impact on privacy compliance activities. 40% Advise and Oversee EMEA Privacy Requirements Provide and coordinate legal advice regarding data privacy laws, regulations, requirements, and trends in EMEA applicable to the collection, use, transfer, and sharing of personal data. Provide practical, business-focused legal advice to HR, Legal, Procurement, IT, and Information Security on privacy matters. Advise on data incident response issues in EMEA, including breach notifications, remediation plans and communications with regulators. Provide privacy support to Corporate & Distribution Legal team in all EMEA M&A activity, including privacy due diligence. Provide legal advice and support to a variety of SPE line of business attorneys and business leaders as they evaluate privacy implications of, and implement effective privacy solutions for, business activities involving the collection and use of consumer data in EMEA: Serve as a centralized resource for privacy developments related to digital marketing in the EU and UK; Conduct Legal Privacy Committee meetings and facilitate cross-business discussions; Provide a point of escalation for cross-business privacy needs and decision-making; Support the negotiation of privacy terms within complex agreements relating to digital advertising and consumer data transfers and use. Assist in the preparation of privacy impact assessments by analyzing their effect on the protection of personal data. Structure and negotiate data use agreements and data transfer agreements to help ensure inclusion of appropriate data privacy protections. Participate in negotiations with third party vendors regarding data privacy issues in a variety of commercial agreements. 20% Support the Privacy Office Globally Support the SPE Privacy Office's initiatives and projects as needed, including reviewing, evaluating and implementing proposed privacy requirements for corporate initiatives. Serve as EMEA legal privacy lead on all matters to drive compliance initiatives, including international transfers. Collaborate with Privacy, Technology and Operations team to develop and implement privacy compliance program globally. Advise on privacy program best practices globally in collaboration with members of the Privacy Office. What you have: Qualified as a lawyer in at least one UK/EU jurisdiction Minimum 5-7 years of relevant law firm and/or in-house legal experience, including providing privacy advice for key stakeholders. Direct experience applying EU and UK privacy laws, regulations, and industry guidelines in a business context. Experience developing, implementing and improving privacy program in EMEA. Able to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues at all levels of the company. Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements. Excellent written/verbal communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. Flexibility to manage multiple matters, and new areas of expertise as business needs change. Strong organizational skills and ability to identify prioritize and resolve issues quickly and effectively in a complex and creative environment. Be an innovative/creative problem solver who can find legal solutions to business issues. Be comfortable with a fair amount of ambiguity. Be down to earth with high emotional intelligence, good judgment, common sense, confidence, and the ability to act decisively. Maintain a positive attitude, sense of humor, and a dedication to professionalism and collegiality. Certified Information Privacy Professional EU (CIPP/EU) preferred. High proficiency with Microsoft Office software (including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word). How we take care of you: Competitive salary, with annual bonus eligibility. A choice of comprehensive health plan options that fit your lifestyle including private medical insurance. Rest and recharge during a week off during the winter holidays, in addition to the 25 days of paid annual leave. Participate in extensive learning & development opportunities at all levels, including curated instructor-led classes and high impact online resources. Build your community by joining our Employee Business Resource Groups, and/or Sony Pictures Action - our racial equity and inclusion strategy. Access to an employee online store filled with a variety of discounted Sony products. Watch the newest movies and TV shows at our exclusive employee screenings at work. Entitlement to apply for an interest-free season ticket loan. Automatic enrolment in the Company's Pension Plan Free counselling and advisory service. You will be automatically enrolled in the Company's Life Insurance and Group Income Protection Plans subject to any applicable service requirements. The opportunity to attend various social events in our state-of-the-art offices in Paddington. In addition to the above we have a range of other optional discounted benefits that are reviewed regularly (e.g., gym memberships, travel insurance, activity passes, car leasing, experience days and many more!) If you require any reasonable adjustments with any part of the recruitment process, including the application or interview process, please contact us at . Please put Reasonable Adjustment Request in the subject line of the email. Sony Pictures Entertainment is committed to equal opportunity in all its employment practices, policies and procedures. No worker or potential worker will therefore receive less favourable treatment due to their race, age, creed, sexual orientation, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, religion, gender, marital status or Trade Union membership (if applicable).
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Please note that this role is based in the United Kingdom. In order to enable us to meet statutory and regulatory obligations of the United Kingdom immigration system you must have the appropriate immigration permission needed to work and reside in the United Kingdom. As the Legal Director, Data Privacy - EMEA, you will be responsible for handling SPE's overall EMEA Privacy Legal program and collaborate with SPE's Privacy Technical & Operations Team. In addition, you will be responsible for providing actionable EMEA privacy legal advice and subject matter expertise to stakeholders across the company globally. This position requires experience working on a wide variety of EMEA data privacy matters as well as the ability to support all aspects of the company's global privacy initiatives. You will be collaborating with partners across the company to provide practical, business-focused, and timely legal advice and to support the accomplishment of business objectives in an ethical and compliant manner. This position will be based in our London office and report to a US-based team. What you'll do: 40% Manage SPE's Privacy Legal Program for EMEA Create, develop, implement, and improve privacy legal processes and tools. Work collaboratively with colleagues and cross-functional teams to proactively develop and improve EMEA privacy strategy. Provide recommendations regarding internal and external resources to support the privacy program. Liaise with Sony Group Corporation and its operating companies regarding EMEA privacy requirements and strategies. Consult and coordinate with outside counsel regarding local legal requirements, including regulatory filings for international data protection authorities and consultations with European Works Councils. Support integration of newly acquired entities within the SPE Data Privacy Program and assess impact on privacy compliance activities. 40% Advise and Oversee EMEA Privacy Requirements Provide and coordinate legal advice regarding data privacy laws, regulations, requirements, and trends in EMEA applicable to the collection, use, transfer, and sharing of personal data. Provide practical, business-focused legal advice to HR, Legal, Procurement, IT, and Information Security on privacy matters. Advise on data incident response issues in EMEA, including breach notifications, remediation plans and communications with regulators. Provide privacy support to Corporate & Distribution Legal team in all EMEA M&A activity, including privacy due diligence. Provide legal advice and support to a variety of SPE line of business attorneys and business leaders as they evaluate privacy implications of, and implement effective privacy solutions for, business activities involving the collection and use of consumer data in EMEA: Serve as a centralized resource for privacy developments related to digital marketing in the EU and UK; Conduct Legal Privacy Committee meetings and facilitate cross-business discussions; Provide a point of escalation for cross-business privacy needs and decision-making; Support the negotiation of privacy terms within complex agreements relating to digital advertising and consumer data transfers and use. Assist in the preparation of privacy impact assessments by analyzing their effect on the protection of personal data. Structure and negotiate data use agreements and data transfer agreements to help ensure inclusion of appropriate data privacy protections. Participate in negotiations with third party vendors regarding data privacy issues in a variety of commercial agreements. 20% Support the Privacy Office Globally Support the SPE Privacy Office's initiatives and projects as needed, including reviewing, evaluating and implementing proposed privacy requirements for corporate initiatives. Serve as EMEA legal privacy lead on all matters to drive compliance initiatives, including international transfers. Collaborate with Privacy, Technology and Operations team to develop and implement privacy compliance program globally. Advise on privacy program best practices globally in collaboration with members of the Privacy Office. What you have: Qualified as a lawyer in at least one UK/EU jurisdiction Minimum 5-7 years of relevant law firm and/or in-house legal experience, including providing privacy advice for key stakeholders. Direct experience applying EU and UK privacy laws, regulations, and industry guidelines in a business context. Experience developing, implementing and improving privacy program in EMEA. Able to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues at all levels of the company. Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements. Excellent written/verbal communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. Flexibility to manage multiple matters, and new areas of expertise as business needs change. Strong organizational skills and ability to identify prioritize and resolve issues quickly and effectively in a complex and creative environment. Be an innovative/creative problem solver who can find legal solutions to business issues. Be comfortable with a fair amount of ambiguity. Be down to earth with high emotional intelligence, good judgment, common sense, confidence, and the ability to act decisively. Maintain a positive attitude, sense of humor, and a dedication to professionalism and collegiality. Certified Information Privacy Professional EU (CIPP/EU) preferred. High proficiency with Microsoft Office software (including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word). How we take care of you: Competitive salary, with annual bonus eligibility. A choice of comprehensive health plan options that fit your lifestyle including private medical insurance. Rest and recharge during a week off during the winter holidays, in addition to the 25 days of paid annual leave. Participate in extensive learning & development opportunities at all levels, including curated instructor-led classes and high impact online resources. Build your community by joining our Employee Business Resource Groups, and/or Sony Pictures Action - our racial equity and inclusion strategy. Access to an employee online store filled with a variety of discounted Sony products. Watch the newest movies and TV shows at our exclusive employee screenings at work. Entitlement to apply for an interest-free season ticket loan. Automatic enrolment in the Company's Pension Plan Free counselling and advisory service. You will be automatically enrolled in the Company's Life Insurance and Group Income Protection Plans subject to any applicable service requirements. The opportunity to attend various social events in our state-of-the-art offices in Paddington. In addition to the above we have a range of other optional discounted benefits that are reviewed regularly (e.g., gym memberships, travel insurance, activity passes, car leasing, experience days and many more!) If you require any reasonable adjustments with any part of the recruitment process, including the application or interview process, please contact us at . Please put Reasonable Adjustment Request in the subject line of the email. Sony Pictures Entertainment is committed to equal opportunity in all its employment practices, policies and procedures. No worker or potential worker will therefore receive less favourable treatment due to their race, age, creed, sexual orientation, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, religion, gender, marital status or Trade Union membership (if applicable).
Employer King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Town London Salary £66,718 - £76,271 per annum inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 28/04/:59 King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 13,500 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in the London Borough of Bromley. Job overview The Head of Legal Services will have responsibility for the professional management of Trust claims, inquest, advisory and Court of Protection matters as well as assist with the supervision where needed of complex claims, under the management of the Associate Director of Legal. The post holder will ideally be a qualified solicitor or barrister with significant experience working in healthcare law. Main duties of the job To provide professional management of the Trust claims, inquest, advisory and Court of Protection matters as well as assist with the supervision where needed of complex claims, under the management of the Associate Director of Legal. It is expected that the Head of Legal Services will be responsible for allocation of all new matters within the department, providing periodic reports to the Associate Director of Legal as required. It is expected that the Head of Legal Services will deputise for the Associate Director of Legal when necessary. The Head of Legal Services will have overall responsibility for the Early Notification Scheme, reporting back any safety issues or learning identified. In addition, they will facilitate any reviews with external legal, experts, NHS Resolution and the Trust senior medical staff, to ensure that there is adequate multi team input into those claims which expose the Trust to the largest risks. To represent the Trust at Inquests and Court of Protection matters and advise on healthcare legal matters arising with the assistance of External Legal. The Head of Legal Services will be expected to manage the majority of complex matters within the department and seek assistance from the Associate Director of Legal when necessary. Working for our organisation King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities Legal Advice To have final professional and managerial accountability for all advice given with the Department To ensure the highest level of prompt and accurate expert legal advice on matters including, but not limited to: patient consent, withholding/withdrawing life sustaining treatment and end of life decisions, capacity, confidentiality, access to patient information, medical ethics, organ retention, mental health law, dealings with the police, child protection, entitlement to NHS services, threatening and/or abusive persons on Trust property, occupiers liability, hospital policy and procedure and interpretation of relevant legislation, legal principles and case law. To report on key issues via the trust's governance structures. Accountability for briefing senior management on sensitive legal matters that might have significant operational or financial implications and/or may attract public and media interest. To support the Associate Director of Legal with corporate responsibility for major policy implementation and policy development regarding legal issues that impact across the Trust and ensuring compliance To provide professional management of the Trust claims, inquest, advisory and Court of Protection matters as well as assist with the supervision where needed of complex claims, under the management of the Associate Director of Legal. It is expected that the Head of Legal Services will be responsible for allocation of all new matters within the department, providing periodic reports to the Associate Director of Legal as required. It is expected that the Head of Legal Services will deputise for the Associate Director of Legal when necessary. The Head of Legal Services will have overall responsibility for the Early Notification Scheme, reporting back any safety issues or learning identified. In addition, they will facilitate any reviews with external legal, experts, NHS Resolution and the Trust senior medical staff, to ensure that there is adequate multi team input into those claims which expose the Trust to the largest risks. To represent the Trust at Inquests and Court of Protection matters and advise on healthcare legal matters arising with the assistance of External Legal. The Head of Legal Services will be expected to manage the majority of complex matters within the department and seek assistance from the Associate Director of Legal when necessary. To oversee the management of more junior staff including supervision and audit of files as instructed by the Associate Director of Legal. Facilitate and deliver training on issues relevant to healthcare law across the Trust with assistance from External Legal. The Head of Legal Services will be expected to work with key clinical departments, such as Neurosurgery; Obstetrics and Accident & Emergency, to facilitate feedback training sessions on key topics in healthcare law and any learning from claims and inquests. The post holder will ideally be a qualified solicitor or barrister with significant experience working in healthcare law, including claims management, conducting inquests and assisting/handling Court of Protection matters. Work with professional leads across the organisation to enable the Trust to demonstrate its compliance with national policies and standards, including those set by the Coroner's Court and CQC. It is essential that the post holder is a proven team player who is able to engender trust and respect from colleagues at all levels. Person specification Education and Qualifications A qualified solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales or barrister or demonstrable equivalent significant experience of working as a senior legal advisor on healthcare matters. Member of relevant Professional Body e.g. with Practicing Certificate (Solicitors Regulation Authority). Management qualification or demonstrable experience of staff management in a legal context Higher Rights of Audience (to be obtained within a reasonable time frame as agreed with line management if not already held at time of appointment). Knowledge and Experience Experience of appearing in court and representing clients in contentious matters Experience in dealing with complex claims. Significant experience in Court of Protection matters. Significant experience of legal advice on healthcare regulatory matters Skills and Competencies Able to manage/supervise complex claims and respond to matters in the best interests of the Trust. Able to represent the Trust at inquests and support staff accordingly Able to understand when there is a need to escalate to Associate Director of Legal for guidance and support on more complex matters Strategic thinking - ability to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise. Good use of available information sources to enable efficient and effective planning. Experience of working on internal and external committees in order to raise Trust profile and bring learning and key development knowledge to the Trust IMPORTANT Check your email account regularly as this is how we will communicate with you If you delete the job from any of your accounts, you may be prevented from accessing further communications To enquire about your application or inform us of any changes in your circumstances, please contact the named person on this advert Please provide email addresses for referees where possible Please review the documentation on our recruitment microsite, particularly the Trust's criminal records checking policy . click apply for full job details
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Employer King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Town London Salary £66,718 - £76,271 per annum inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 28/04/:59 King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 13,500 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in the London Borough of Bromley. Job overview The Head of Legal Services will have responsibility for the professional management of Trust claims, inquest, advisory and Court of Protection matters as well as assist with the supervision where needed of complex claims, under the management of the Associate Director of Legal. The post holder will ideally be a qualified solicitor or barrister with significant experience working in healthcare law. Main duties of the job To provide professional management of the Trust claims, inquest, advisory and Court of Protection matters as well as assist with the supervision where needed of complex claims, under the management of the Associate Director of Legal. It is expected that the Head of Legal Services will be responsible for allocation of all new matters within the department, providing periodic reports to the Associate Director of Legal as required. It is expected that the Head of Legal Services will deputise for the Associate Director of Legal when necessary. The Head of Legal Services will have overall responsibility for the Early Notification Scheme, reporting back any safety issues or learning identified. In addition, they will facilitate any reviews with external legal, experts, NHS Resolution and the Trust senior medical staff, to ensure that there is adequate multi team input into those claims which expose the Trust to the largest risks. To represent the Trust at Inquests and Court of Protection matters and advise on healthcare legal matters arising with the assistance of External Legal. The Head of Legal Services will be expected to manage the majority of complex matters within the department and seek assistance from the Associate Director of Legal when necessary. Working for our organisation King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities Legal Advice To have final professional and managerial accountability for all advice given with the Department To ensure the highest level of prompt and accurate expert legal advice on matters including, but not limited to: patient consent, withholding/withdrawing life sustaining treatment and end of life decisions, capacity, confidentiality, access to patient information, medical ethics, organ retention, mental health law, dealings with the police, child protection, entitlement to NHS services, threatening and/or abusive persons on Trust property, occupiers liability, hospital policy and procedure and interpretation of relevant legislation, legal principles and case law. To report on key issues via the trust's governance structures. Accountability for briefing senior management on sensitive legal matters that might have significant operational or financial implications and/or may attract public and media interest. To support the Associate Director of Legal with corporate responsibility for major policy implementation and policy development regarding legal issues that impact across the Trust and ensuring compliance To provide professional management of the Trust claims, inquest, advisory and Court of Protection matters as well as assist with the supervision where needed of complex claims, under the management of the Associate Director of Legal. It is expected that the Head of Legal Services will be responsible for allocation of all new matters within the department, providing periodic reports to the Associate Director of Legal as required. It is expected that the Head of Legal Services will deputise for the Associate Director of Legal when necessary. The Head of Legal Services will have overall responsibility for the Early Notification Scheme, reporting back any safety issues or learning identified. In addition, they will facilitate any reviews with external legal, experts, NHS Resolution and the Trust senior medical staff, to ensure that there is adequate multi team input into those claims which expose the Trust to the largest risks. To represent the Trust at Inquests and Court of Protection matters and advise on healthcare legal matters arising with the assistance of External Legal. The Head of Legal Services will be expected to manage the majority of complex matters within the department and seek assistance from the Associate Director of Legal when necessary. To oversee the management of more junior staff including supervision and audit of files as instructed by the Associate Director of Legal. Facilitate and deliver training on issues relevant to healthcare law across the Trust with assistance from External Legal. The Head of Legal Services will be expected to work with key clinical departments, such as Neurosurgery; Obstetrics and Accident & Emergency, to facilitate feedback training sessions on key topics in healthcare law and any learning from claims and inquests. The post holder will ideally be a qualified solicitor or barrister with significant experience working in healthcare law, including claims management, conducting inquests and assisting/handling Court of Protection matters. Work with professional leads across the organisation to enable the Trust to demonstrate its compliance with national policies and standards, including those set by the Coroner's Court and CQC. It is essential that the post holder is a proven team player who is able to engender trust and respect from colleagues at all levels. Person specification Education and Qualifications A qualified solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales or barrister or demonstrable equivalent significant experience of working as a senior legal advisor on healthcare matters. Member of relevant Professional Body e.g. with Practicing Certificate (Solicitors Regulation Authority). Management qualification or demonstrable experience of staff management in a legal context Higher Rights of Audience (to be obtained within a reasonable time frame as agreed with line management if not already held at time of appointment). Knowledge and Experience Experience of appearing in court and representing clients in contentious matters Experience in dealing with complex claims. Significant experience in Court of Protection matters. Significant experience of legal advice on healthcare regulatory matters Skills and Competencies Able to manage/supervise complex claims and respond to matters in the best interests of the Trust. Able to represent the Trust at inquests and support staff accordingly Able to understand when there is a need to escalate to Associate Director of Legal for guidance and support on more complex matters Strategic thinking - ability to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise. Good use of available information sources to enable efficient and effective planning. Experience of working on internal and external committees in order to raise Trust profile and bring learning and key development knowledge to the Trust IMPORTANT Check your email account regularly as this is how we will communicate with you If you delete the job from any of your accounts, you may be prevented from accessing further communications To enquire about your application or inform us of any changes in your circumstances, please contact the named person on this advert Please provide email addresses for referees where possible Please review the documentation on our recruitment microsite, particularly the Trust's criminal records checking policy . click apply for full job details