My client based near Redditch are looking to recruit an Executive Assistant to support their Chief Operating Officer and Head of Operations. This role is hybrid and is based two days a week in the office. Supporting a charismatic Director in progressive and people focused environment this role is pivotal to the support of the Senior Leadership team. This is a role for someone who thrives on a fast paced, ever moving environment where you must juggle multiple tasks. The role will entail: Providing support to the Group COO and Group Operations Director ensuring accessibility acting in an ambassadorial capacity Diary management, external and internal engagements, communications, presentations, interactions with the plc Board as well as customers, suppliers, and partners. Managing all engagements, with a focus on key issues in hand and a strategic overview. Prioritising schedules accordingly and effectively flag any clashes or concerns. Forward planning of meetings and other documentation in alignment with the meeting schedule Collaborating with the Director of Operations on key projects across the business Consulting with international clients in all aspects of travel and accommodation, ensuring a seamless operation. Supporting with biannual Strategy Collaborating with the Executive Assistant to the CEO Putting together VIP detailed itineraries, business entertainment, travel, cars, hotels etc. Supporting with events Putting together research and papers Applicants will have previous Board level experience within a larger perhaps global firm. You will demonstrate that you can juggle multiple tasks, put together complex itineraries and deliver high levels of service in a client/customer facing environment. Katie Bard is acting as an agency and is an equal opportunties employer
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
My client based near Redditch are looking to recruit an Executive Assistant to support their Chief Operating Officer and Head of Operations. This role is hybrid and is based two days a week in the office. Supporting a charismatic Director in progressive and people focused environment this role is pivotal to the support of the Senior Leadership team. This is a role for someone who thrives on a fast paced, ever moving environment where you must juggle multiple tasks. The role will entail: Providing support to the Group COO and Group Operations Director ensuring accessibility acting in an ambassadorial capacity Diary management, external and internal engagements, communications, presentations, interactions with the plc Board as well as customers, suppliers, and partners. Managing all engagements, with a focus on key issues in hand and a strategic overview. Prioritising schedules accordingly and effectively flag any clashes or concerns. Forward planning of meetings and other documentation in alignment with the meeting schedule Collaborating with the Director of Operations on key projects across the business Consulting with international clients in all aspects of travel and accommodation, ensuring a seamless operation. Supporting with biannual Strategy Collaborating with the Executive Assistant to the CEO Putting together VIP detailed itineraries, business entertainment, travel, cars, hotels etc. Supporting with events Putting together research and papers Applicants will have previous Board level experience within a larger perhaps global firm. You will demonstrate that you can juggle multiple tasks, put together complex itineraries and deliver high levels of service in a client/customer facing environment. Katie Bard is acting as an agency and is an equal opportunties employer
Your new company I am working with an industry-leading company specialising in cutting-edge multi-link connectivity solutions. Their innovative approach combines various network connections to create a highly efficient and robust virtual pipeline. With their state-of-the-art technology, which is compatible with any customer premises equipment (CPE), and our cloud-agnostic and auto-scaling Back End, we deliver optimal performance for mass-market applications. Your new role Your new role as a Network & System Engineer will involve a range of responsibilities. You will collaborate closely with senior management to define the long-term roadmap for their network infrastructure. Working alongside the Head of DevOps, you will actively participate in designing and architecting the enterprise network and systems. Your expertise will be crucial in implementing new network functions and systems, ensuring they are integrated smoothly with existing infrastructure. In addition, you will play a key role in maintaining the reliability, stability, and performance of our enterprise environment. As a point of escalation, you will provide valuable advice and technical expertise to our test and support teams. Network maintenance, including scheduled system patching, will also be part of your responsibilities. Furthermore, you will collaborate with the Operations team to enhance and maintain our CI/CD pipelines, contributing to the continuous improvement of our processes. What you'll need to succeed Strong experience working with Linux systems, including software-defined networking (Debian, Ubuntu, RedHat). Proficiency in configuration management tools to ensure consistent network configuration. Solid understanding of switching and routing, VLANs, and VPNs. Knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VMware. Comfortable writing Shell Scripts for automation purposes. Familiarity with cloud environments, such as AWS, Azure, GCP, and OpenStack. Experience with Microsoft Azure and/or 365 platforms, preferably Azure AD. Understanding of system and network monitoring principles; exposure to Zabbix is a plus. Knowledge of CI/CD principles. What you'll get in return Competitive salary package based on experience . Generous holiday allowance of 25 days, plus bank holidays. Private health care coverage. Life insurance to ensure financial security. Convenient car parking facilities. Gym membership contribution for a healthy work-life balance. Workplace pension scheme for a secure future. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Your new company I am working with an industry-leading company specialising in cutting-edge multi-link connectivity solutions. Their innovative approach combines various network connections to create a highly efficient and robust virtual pipeline. With their state-of-the-art technology, which is compatible with any customer premises equipment (CPE), and our cloud-agnostic and auto-scaling Back End, we deliver optimal performance for mass-market applications. Your new role Your new role as a Network & System Engineer will involve a range of responsibilities. You will collaborate closely with senior management to define the long-term roadmap for their network infrastructure. Working alongside the Head of DevOps, you will actively participate in designing and architecting the enterprise network and systems. Your expertise will be crucial in implementing new network functions and systems, ensuring they are integrated smoothly with existing infrastructure. In addition, you will play a key role in maintaining the reliability, stability, and performance of our enterprise environment. As a point of escalation, you will provide valuable advice and technical expertise to our test and support teams. Network maintenance, including scheduled system patching, will also be part of your responsibilities. Furthermore, you will collaborate with the Operations team to enhance and maintain our CI/CD pipelines, contributing to the continuous improvement of our processes. What you'll need to succeed Strong experience working with Linux systems, including software-defined networking (Debian, Ubuntu, RedHat). Proficiency in configuration management tools to ensure consistent network configuration. Solid understanding of switching and routing, VLANs, and VPNs. Knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VMware. Comfortable writing Shell Scripts for automation purposes. Familiarity with cloud environments, such as AWS, Azure, GCP, and OpenStack. Experience with Microsoft Azure and/or 365 platforms, preferably Azure AD. Understanding of system and network monitoring principles; exposure to Zabbix is a plus. Knowledge of CI/CD principles. What you'll get in return Competitive salary package based on experience . Generous holiday allowance of 25 days, plus bank holidays. Private health care coverage. Life insurance to ensure financial security. Convenient car parking facilities. Gym membership contribution for a healthy work-life balance. Workplace pension scheme for a secure future. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Finance Data Specialist London based 65-75K About the Organisation We are working with a marketing agency, joining the finance side of things with 100+ strong Finance org, with global hubs managing over £500M of annual revenue in their Content practice. About the Role The Finance Data Specialist is based in London and reports to the Head of FP&A. This is a key role in the enhancement of the global FP&A team. This team is charged with leading the forecasting and reporting across complex cross-functional teams to create visibility, financial discipline, and ultimately improve the bottom-line. Since these reports span multiple functions, this role works closely with a wide range of cross-functional stakeholders and other members of the global FP&A team. You compile and clean data from many sources, building analytical models, validation tools, and dashboards that directly support initiatives, overall strategic vision, and day-to-day operations. In addition, this position provides analytical support for cross-functional management reporting, looking at utilization and other KPI's as an indication of financial health. About you You demonstrate competency and enthusiasm for executing data and analytical strategies. You have experience querying and manipulating large datasets. You have a high aptitude for financial modelling. You are comfortable with areas of ambiguity and are an astute problem solver in the face of them. You have a passion for data wrangling and an eye for applying data visualization best practices to high-quality reporting products. You will be challenged to grow professionally by mastering advanced skills in quantitative analysis, and will be expected to use your financial prowess to develop data-driven financial models that provide valuable insights for the business. Responsibilities Compile information from various databases and data systems. Conduct financial analysis, support development of forecasts, and create and maintain financial models to support planning and month end processes, including validation exercises. Contribute to a diverse set of operational improvement projects, including deliverables such as processes analysis, solution design, implementation plans, and training/communication. Perform different ad-hoc activities such as validation and system reconciliations. Assist in preparing materials for the leadership team, including board decks and other leadership updates. Experience with or willingness to master financial and reporting systems; prior experience with NetSuite, SFDC, Lucanet, Exact and visual analytics tools (eg Looker) a plus. Qualifications analytical work experience in finance, accounting, and/or any related field required. Proven experience in Finance Data Specialist role. Experience in the creative or production services industry is a plus. Strong financial analysis skills, with proficiency in financial modelling and data analysis. Knowledge of financial statements, accounting principles, and financial metrics. Proficiency in financial software and advanced spreadsheet (Google Sheets) skills. Understanding of budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis and trend identification. Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail. Effective communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across a wide array of stakeholders. Advanced working knowledge of spreadsheets (Google Sheets) and experience with Business Intelligence programs. High level of intellectual and analytical curiosity. Experience organizing and analysing large data sets from multiple sources. Strong ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines. Ability to effectively interact and build relationships with key stakeholders Comfort working with potentially ambiguous problems and working on projects that are consistently new and challenging. Experience with or willingness to master financial and reporting systems; prior experience with NetSuite, SFDC, Lucanet, Exact and visual analytics tools (eg Looker) a plus. If you feel you have the right skills for the role, please apply! Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Finance Data Specialist London based 65-75K About the Organisation We are working with a marketing agency, joining the finance side of things with 100+ strong Finance org, with global hubs managing over £500M of annual revenue in their Content practice. About the Role The Finance Data Specialist is based in London and reports to the Head of FP&A. This is a key role in the enhancement of the global FP&A team. This team is charged with leading the forecasting and reporting across complex cross-functional teams to create visibility, financial discipline, and ultimately improve the bottom-line. Since these reports span multiple functions, this role works closely with a wide range of cross-functional stakeholders and other members of the global FP&A team. You compile and clean data from many sources, building analytical models, validation tools, and dashboards that directly support initiatives, overall strategic vision, and day-to-day operations. In addition, this position provides analytical support for cross-functional management reporting, looking at utilization and other KPI's as an indication of financial health. About you You demonstrate competency and enthusiasm for executing data and analytical strategies. You have experience querying and manipulating large datasets. You have a high aptitude for financial modelling. You are comfortable with areas of ambiguity and are an astute problem solver in the face of them. You have a passion for data wrangling and an eye for applying data visualization best practices to high-quality reporting products. You will be challenged to grow professionally by mastering advanced skills in quantitative analysis, and will be expected to use your financial prowess to develop data-driven financial models that provide valuable insights for the business. Responsibilities Compile information from various databases and data systems. Conduct financial analysis, support development of forecasts, and create and maintain financial models to support planning and month end processes, including validation exercises. Contribute to a diverse set of operational improvement projects, including deliverables such as processes analysis, solution design, implementation plans, and training/communication. Perform different ad-hoc activities such as validation and system reconciliations. Assist in preparing materials for the leadership team, including board decks and other leadership updates. Experience with or willingness to master financial and reporting systems; prior experience with NetSuite, SFDC, Lucanet, Exact and visual analytics tools (eg Looker) a plus. Qualifications analytical work experience in finance, accounting, and/or any related field required. Proven experience in Finance Data Specialist role. Experience in the creative or production services industry is a plus. Strong financial analysis skills, with proficiency in financial modelling and data analysis. Knowledge of financial statements, accounting principles, and financial metrics. Proficiency in financial software and advanced spreadsheet (Google Sheets) skills. Understanding of budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis and trend identification. Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail. Effective communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across a wide array of stakeholders. Advanced working knowledge of spreadsheets (Google Sheets) and experience with Business Intelligence programs. High level of intellectual and analytical curiosity. Experience organizing and analysing large data sets from multiple sources. Strong ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines. Ability to effectively interact and build relationships with key stakeholders Comfort working with potentially ambiguous problems and working on projects that are consistently new and challenging. Experience with or willingness to master financial and reporting systems; prior experience with NetSuite, SFDC, Lucanet, Exact and visual analytics tools (eg Looker) a plus. If you feel you have the right skills for the role, please apply! Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Summary £14.00 up to £14.50 per hour - This isn't clocking in and clocking out. This is helping us run like clockwork. Internally this role will be called Shift Manager Full Time contract Our Shift Managers keep our stores running like clockwork. From motivating the team and delegating tasks, to rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck in, our Shift Managers help us to maintain our high standards every day. They support our Store Managers and Deputy Store Managers and take full responsibility for the shop floor when running a shift. You will help satisfy customers and be the crucial difference in ensuring your store meets its targets. It's fast paced, and can be tough, but you'll see the rewards from putting in the hard work. Join us and be part of an internationally-recognised growing brand. Choose us to progress your career and we'll give you the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader. Find out more below and apply for a career a Lidl less ordinary. Once your application has been reviewed if it matches to the requirements of the role someone from the recruitment team will get in touch to chat about your application. The process will include a telephone interview and face-to-face selection event. We look forward to receiving your application. What you'll do Lead and motivate your team, in accordance with our Leadership and Company Principles Create an environment where your colleagues can do their best work Delegate tasks and solve problems swiftly Lead your store in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager, taking responsibility for day-to-day operations including the monitoring of store figures Keep on top of freshness, inventory and stock management, and cash processes to ensure shifts run smoothly Keep everything tidy and clean, on the shop floor and behind the scenes Ensuring and providing excellent customer service throughout the store What you'll need Experience of leading a sizable team to achieve targets in a fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate a team A customer-focused manner, remaining level-headed in any situation Willingness to work as a key part of the store team, completing daily tasks on every shift A responsible approach and excellent communication skills so you can provide your colleagues with feedback to help develop themselves and the store What you'll receive This isn't getting by. This is getting what you deserve. We're proud to have a culture and salary structure that promotes both the equality of opportunity, and pay. Working at Lidl is rewarding, in every sense, because we give you the training to succeed in your role and plenty of opportunities to progress your career here. We're delighted to offer a competitive hourly rate, with 30-35 days' holiday per year (pro rata). Save for your future with our pension scheme or save today with a 10% in-store discount, plus extra discounts on days out, cinema tickets and much more. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Summary £14.00 up to £14.50 per hour - This isn't clocking in and clocking out. This is helping us run like clockwork. Internally this role will be called Shift Manager Full Time contract Our Shift Managers keep our stores running like clockwork. From motivating the team and delegating tasks, to rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck in, our Shift Managers help us to maintain our high standards every day. They support our Store Managers and Deputy Store Managers and take full responsibility for the shop floor when running a shift. You will help satisfy customers and be the crucial difference in ensuring your store meets its targets. It's fast paced, and can be tough, but you'll see the rewards from putting in the hard work. Join us and be part of an internationally-recognised growing brand. Choose us to progress your career and we'll give you the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader. Find out more below and apply for a career a Lidl less ordinary. Once your application has been reviewed if it matches to the requirements of the role someone from the recruitment team will get in touch to chat about your application. The process will include a telephone interview and face-to-face selection event. We look forward to receiving your application. What you'll do Lead and motivate your team, in accordance with our Leadership and Company Principles Create an environment where your colleagues can do their best work Delegate tasks and solve problems swiftly Lead your store in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager, taking responsibility for day-to-day operations including the monitoring of store figures Keep on top of freshness, inventory and stock management, and cash processes to ensure shifts run smoothly Keep everything tidy and clean, on the shop floor and behind the scenes Ensuring and providing excellent customer service throughout the store What you'll need Experience of leading a sizable team to achieve targets in a fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate a team A customer-focused manner, remaining level-headed in any situation Willingness to work as a key part of the store team, completing daily tasks on every shift A responsible approach and excellent communication skills so you can provide your colleagues with feedback to help develop themselves and the store What you'll receive This isn't getting by. This is getting what you deserve. We're proud to have a culture and salary structure that promotes both the equality of opportunity, and pay. Working at Lidl is rewarding, in every sense, because we give you the training to succeed in your role and plenty of opportunities to progress your career here. We're delighted to offer a competitive hourly rate, with 30-35 days' holiday per year (pro rata). Save for your future with our pension scheme or save today with a 10% in-store discount, plus extra discounts on days out, cinema tickets and much more. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Summary Starting from £14.00 per hour - This isn't clocking in and clocking out. This is helping us run like clockwork. Contracted hours: 25 to 40 hours Internally this role will be called Shift Manager Our Shift Managers keep our stores running like clockwork. From motivating the team and delegating tasks, to rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck in, our Shift Managers help us to maintain our high standards every day. They support our Store Managers and Deputy Store Managers and take full responsibility for the shop floor when running a shift. You will help satisfy customers and be the crucial difference in ensuring your store meets its targets. It's fast paced, and can be tough, but you'll see the rewards from putting in the hard work. Join us and be part of an internationally-recognised growing brand. Choose us to progress your career and we'll give you the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader. Find out more below and apply for a career a Lidl less ordinary. Once your application has been reviewed if it matches to the requirements of the role someone from the recruitment team will get in touch to chat about your application. The process will include a telephone interview and face-to-face selection event. We look forward to receiving your application. What you'll do Lead and motivate your team, in accordance with our Leadership and Company Principles Create an environment where your colleagues can do their best work Delegate tasks and solve problems swiftly Lead your store in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager, taking responsibility for day-to-day operations including the monitoring of store figures Keep on top of freshness, inventory and stock management, and cash processes to ensure shifts run smoothly Keep everything tidy and clean, on the shop floor and behind the scenes Ensuring and providing excellent customer service throughout the store What you'll need Experience of leading a sizable team to achieve targets in a fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate a team A customer-focused manner, remaining level-headed in any situation Willingness to work as a key part of the store team, completing daily tasks on every shift A responsible approach and excellent communication skills so you can provide your colleagues with feedback to help develop themselves and the store What you'll receive This isn't getting by. This is getting what you deserve. We're proud to have a culture and salary structure that promotes both the equality of opportunity, and pay. Working at Lidl is rewarding, in every sense, because we give you the training to succeed in your role and plenty of opportunities to progress your career here. We're delighted to offer a competitive hourly rate, with 30-35 days' holiday per year (pro rata). Save for your future with our pension scheme or save today with a 10% in-store discount, plus extra discounts on days out, cinema tickets and much more. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Summary Starting from £14.00 per hour - This isn't clocking in and clocking out. This is helping us run like clockwork. Contracted hours: 25 to 40 hours Internally this role will be called Shift Manager Our Shift Managers keep our stores running like clockwork. From motivating the team and delegating tasks, to rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck in, our Shift Managers help us to maintain our high standards every day. They support our Store Managers and Deputy Store Managers and take full responsibility for the shop floor when running a shift. You will help satisfy customers and be the crucial difference in ensuring your store meets its targets. It's fast paced, and can be tough, but you'll see the rewards from putting in the hard work. Join us and be part of an internationally-recognised growing brand. Choose us to progress your career and we'll give you the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader. Find out more below and apply for a career a Lidl less ordinary. Once your application has been reviewed if it matches to the requirements of the role someone from the recruitment team will get in touch to chat about your application. The process will include a telephone interview and face-to-face selection event. We look forward to receiving your application. What you'll do Lead and motivate your team, in accordance with our Leadership and Company Principles Create an environment where your colleagues can do their best work Delegate tasks and solve problems swiftly Lead your store in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager, taking responsibility for day-to-day operations including the monitoring of store figures Keep on top of freshness, inventory and stock management, and cash processes to ensure shifts run smoothly Keep everything tidy and clean, on the shop floor and behind the scenes Ensuring and providing excellent customer service throughout the store What you'll need Experience of leading a sizable team to achieve targets in a fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate a team A customer-focused manner, remaining level-headed in any situation Willingness to work as a key part of the store team, completing daily tasks on every shift A responsible approach and excellent communication skills so you can provide your colleagues with feedback to help develop themselves and the store What you'll receive This isn't getting by. This is getting what you deserve. We're proud to have a culture and salary structure that promotes both the equality of opportunity, and pay. Working at Lidl is rewarding, in every sense, because we give you the training to succeed in your role and plenty of opportunities to progress your career here. We're delighted to offer a competitive hourly rate, with 30-35 days' holiday per year (pro rata). Save for your future with our pension scheme or save today with a 10% in-store discount, plus extra discounts on days out, cinema tickets and much more. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
SF Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Sales Administrator/Co-ordinator, you will play a key role in developing positive relationships between the company and new clients. As the Sales Administrator/Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for various aspects of communication as well as updating databases and co-ordinating appointments. The role requires a combination of administrative and excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to effectively organise and collaborate with different teams. Key responsibilities as the Sales Administrator/Co-ordinator - Sales emails and telephone correspondence - Responding to sales enquiries and following up on new client leads - Sales calls to potential customers - Sales database management - updating the client database - Organising and diarising appointments - Working with marketing and operations teams - Completing pre-qualification questionnaires - Maintaining business contact records - Supporting head office functions in administration tasks - Represent the core values of the business In return you will be offered a salary of £25,000 with hybrid working available. Hours are 08:30 - 17:00 Monday - Thursday, 08:30 - 16:00 Friday If you feel you have the right skills for this role please apply today or contact me directly on
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
SF Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Sales Administrator/Co-ordinator, you will play a key role in developing positive relationships between the company and new clients. As the Sales Administrator/Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for various aspects of communication as well as updating databases and co-ordinating appointments. The role requires a combination of administrative and excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to effectively organise and collaborate with different teams. Key responsibilities as the Sales Administrator/Co-ordinator - Sales emails and telephone correspondence - Responding to sales enquiries and following up on new client leads - Sales calls to potential customers - Sales database management - updating the client database - Organising and diarising appointments - Working with marketing and operations teams - Completing pre-qualification questionnaires - Maintaining business contact records - Supporting head office functions in administration tasks - Represent the core values of the business In return you will be offered a salary of £25,000 with hybrid working available. Hours are 08:30 - 17:00 Monday - Thursday, 08:30 - 16:00 Friday If you feel you have the right skills for this role please apply today or contact me directly on
Experienced Head of Resident Operations required for an immediate start! 3-6 months £400-450 per day Inside Ir35 Hybrid working model (London based office) I am seeking a Contact Center leader with a background in Corporate Contact centre for a London based Local Gov Client. You will need to: - support the managers with day to day operations - support with the improvement programme the client have underway - in particular the re-procurement of their telephony platform and roll out of a chatbot. - 'do-the-doing' rather than re-design the programme. - strategically manage and develop a professional service area ensuring that the delivery of the service meets all Council, professional and legislative requirements. The areas of operational responsibility include; - Corporate Contact Centre including telephony systems and channel shift - Workforce planning and performance management - Quality assurance and system and service development - Delivery of Resident Experience Programme work streams If you feel you fit the above criteria and would like to discuss further, please reach out (see below)
Apr 18, 2024
Contractor
Experienced Head of Resident Operations required for an immediate start! 3-6 months £400-450 per day Inside Ir35 Hybrid working model (London based office) I am seeking a Contact Center leader with a background in Corporate Contact centre for a London based Local Gov Client. You will need to: - support the managers with day to day operations - support with the improvement programme the client have underway - in particular the re-procurement of their telephony platform and roll out of a chatbot. - 'do-the-doing' rather than re-design the programme. - strategically manage and develop a professional service area ensuring that the delivery of the service meets all Council, professional and legislative requirements. The areas of operational responsibility include; - Corporate Contact Centre including telephony systems and channel shift - Workforce planning and performance management - Quality assurance and system and service development - Delivery of Resident Experience Programme work streams If you feel you fit the above criteria and would like to discuss further, please reach out (see below)
JUNIOR EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT FOR PRESTIGIOUS PRIVATE FAMILY ESTATE IN OXFORDSHIRE Salary: £45,000 gross p.a. Location: Oxfordshire, UK Contract: 12-month contractors' agreement, renewable with bonus potential Start Date: Immediate An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and discreet Junior Executive Assistant to join a highly private Ultra-High Net Worth family at their distinguished Oxfordshire estate. This is a permanent role offering a unique experience to work within a dynamic team dedicated to the highest standards of professionalism. The Role: You will provide comprehensive support to a Senior Executive Assistant and Head of Operations, ensuring smooth management of day-to-day operations. While the Senior EA is currently working remotely, this role requires your presence on-site (at least 4 days per week), offering the potential for progression depending on the evolving needs of the team. Key Responsibilities: Collaborative diary and travel management Conducting thorough research and making informed decisions Handling basic finances and administrative duties with precision Filing, reporting, and upholding systems of confidentiality Limited direct interaction with the principal family, preserving their privacy and security Working Arrangements: Based on the main estate with a dedicated team housed in a cottage/office complex 4 days on-site presence with an option for 1 remote working day Initial 12-month (renewable) contract following a 3-month probation period Role is self-employed with a discretionary bonus structure Requirements: Exceptional command of English and exemplary communication skills Ideally, you'll have experience within a private office or household Must live within a 1-hour commute of the estate Well-presented, balanced in maturity, with an ability to operate with the utmost discretion Offer: £45,000 gross per annum with the potential for an increase post-probation based on performance Working alongside experienced staff, including nannies, housekeepers, security, and drivers Access to full tech-stack and all the working tools you need to support your role Recruitment Process: Rigorous security vetting First and second-stage interviews to be held in London on Wednesday, 27 March, or thereafter on site in Oxfordshire Join our client's close-knit team and contribute to the seamless operation of a sprawling 80-acre estate. This role is perfect for someone who respects privacy, values attention to detail, and seeks to step into a world of high standards and excellence.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
JUNIOR EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT FOR PRESTIGIOUS PRIVATE FAMILY ESTATE IN OXFORDSHIRE Salary: £45,000 gross p.a. Location: Oxfordshire, UK Contract: 12-month contractors' agreement, renewable with bonus potential Start Date: Immediate An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and discreet Junior Executive Assistant to join a highly private Ultra-High Net Worth family at their distinguished Oxfordshire estate. This is a permanent role offering a unique experience to work within a dynamic team dedicated to the highest standards of professionalism. The Role: You will provide comprehensive support to a Senior Executive Assistant and Head of Operations, ensuring smooth management of day-to-day operations. While the Senior EA is currently working remotely, this role requires your presence on-site (at least 4 days per week), offering the potential for progression depending on the evolving needs of the team. Key Responsibilities: Collaborative diary and travel management Conducting thorough research and making informed decisions Handling basic finances and administrative duties with precision Filing, reporting, and upholding systems of confidentiality Limited direct interaction with the principal family, preserving their privacy and security Working Arrangements: Based on the main estate with a dedicated team housed in a cottage/office complex 4 days on-site presence with an option for 1 remote working day Initial 12-month (renewable) contract following a 3-month probation period Role is self-employed with a discretionary bonus structure Requirements: Exceptional command of English and exemplary communication skills Ideally, you'll have experience within a private office or household Must live within a 1-hour commute of the estate Well-presented, balanced in maturity, with an ability to operate with the utmost discretion Offer: £45,000 gross per annum with the potential for an increase post-probation based on performance Working alongside experienced staff, including nannies, housekeepers, security, and drivers Access to full tech-stack and all the working tools you need to support your role Recruitment Process: Rigorous security vetting First and second-stage interviews to be held in London on Wednesday, 27 March, or thereafter on site in Oxfordshire Join our client's close-knit team and contribute to the seamless operation of a sprawling 80-acre estate. This role is perfect for someone who respects privacy, values attention to detail, and seeks to step into a world of high standards and excellence.
We are seeking a dedicated Administrator to provide essential support to one of our key management positions, ensuring the smooth running of our curriculum. This role places you right at the heart of our operations, working closely with the Faculty Head as part of our positive and dynamic family. Day to Day of the Role: Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Faculty Head, facilitating efficient management of the curriculum. Act as a first point of contact for queries, managing communications and coordinating responses in a timely manner. Organise and maintain diaries, scheduling meetings and appointments to optimise the Faculty Head's time. Prepare documents, reports, and presentations for meetings and other faculty-related activities. Assist in the development and implementation of administrative systems and processes to enhance efficiency. Liaise with staff, students, and external parties, fostering positive relationships and upholding the values of our institution. Working hours: 9:30am - 1pm Monday to Friday TERM TIME ONLY If you are interested in this role, please click apply!
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
We are seeking a dedicated Administrator to provide essential support to one of our key management positions, ensuring the smooth running of our curriculum. This role places you right at the heart of our operations, working closely with the Faculty Head as part of our positive and dynamic family. Day to Day of the Role: Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Faculty Head, facilitating efficient management of the curriculum. Act as a first point of contact for queries, managing communications and coordinating responses in a timely manner. Organise and maintain diaries, scheduling meetings and appointments to optimise the Faculty Head's time. Prepare documents, reports, and presentations for meetings and other faculty-related activities. Assist in the development and implementation of administrative systems and processes to enhance efficiency. Liaise with staff, students, and external parties, fostering positive relationships and upholding the values of our institution. Working hours: 9:30am - 1pm Monday to Friday TERM TIME ONLY If you are interested in this role, please click apply!
Summary Starting from £14.00 per hour - This isn't clocking in and clocking out. This is helping us run like clockwork. Contracted hours: 35 to 40 hours Internally this role will be called Shift Manager Our Shift Managers keep our stores running like clockwork. From motivating the team and delegating tasks, to rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck in, our Shift Managers help us to maintain our high standards every day. They support our Store Managers and Deputy Store Managers and take full responsibility for the shop floor when running a shift. You will help satisfy customers and be the crucial difference in ensuring your store meets its targets. It's fast paced, and can be tough, but you'll see the rewards from putting in the hard work. Join us and be part of an internationally-recognised growing brand. Choose us to progress your career and we'll give you the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader. Find out more below and apply for a career a Lidl less ordinary. Once your application has been reviewed if it matches to the requirements of the role someone from the recruitment team will get in touch to chat about your application. The process will include a telephone interview and face-to-face selection event. We look forward to receiving your application. What you'll do Lead and motivate your team, in accordance with our Leadership and Company Principles Create an environment where your colleagues can do their best work Delegate tasks and solve problems swiftly Lead your store in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager, taking responsibility for day-to-day operations including the monitoring of store figures Keep on top of freshness, inventory and stock management, and cash processes to ensure shifts run smoothly Keep everything tidy and clean, on the shop floor and behind the scenes Ensuring and providing excellent customer service throughout the store What you'll need Experience of leading a sizable team to achieve targets in a fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate a team A customer-focused manner, remaining level-headed in any situation Willingness to work as a key part of the store team, completing daily tasks on every shift A responsible approach and excellent communication skills so you can provide your colleagues with feedback to help develop themselves and the store What you'll receive This isn't getting by. This is getting what you deserve. We're proud to have a culture and salary structure that promotes both the equality of opportunity, and pay. Working at Lidl is rewarding, in every sense, because we give you the training to succeed in your role and plenty of opportunities to progress your career here. We're delighted to offer a competitive hourly rate, with 30-35 days' holiday per year (pro rata). Save for your future with our pension scheme or save today with a 10% in-store discount, plus extra discounts on days out, cinema tickets and much more. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Summary Starting from £14.00 per hour - This isn't clocking in and clocking out. This is helping us run like clockwork. Contracted hours: 35 to 40 hours Internally this role will be called Shift Manager Our Shift Managers keep our stores running like clockwork. From motivating the team and delegating tasks, to rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck in, our Shift Managers help us to maintain our high standards every day. They support our Store Managers and Deputy Store Managers and take full responsibility for the shop floor when running a shift. You will help satisfy customers and be the crucial difference in ensuring your store meets its targets. It's fast paced, and can be tough, but you'll see the rewards from putting in the hard work. Join us and be part of an internationally-recognised growing brand. Choose us to progress your career and we'll give you the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader. Find out more below and apply for a career a Lidl less ordinary. Once your application has been reviewed if it matches to the requirements of the role someone from the recruitment team will get in touch to chat about your application. The process will include a telephone interview and face-to-face selection event. We look forward to receiving your application. What you'll do Lead and motivate your team, in accordance with our Leadership and Company Principles Create an environment where your colleagues can do their best work Delegate tasks and solve problems swiftly Lead your store in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager, taking responsibility for day-to-day operations including the monitoring of store figures Keep on top of freshness, inventory and stock management, and cash processes to ensure shifts run smoothly Keep everything tidy and clean, on the shop floor and behind the scenes Ensuring and providing excellent customer service throughout the store What you'll need Experience of leading a sizable team to achieve targets in a fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate a team A customer-focused manner, remaining level-headed in any situation Willingness to work as a key part of the store team, completing daily tasks on every shift A responsible approach and excellent communication skills so you can provide your colleagues with feedback to help develop themselves and the store What you'll receive This isn't getting by. This is getting what you deserve. We're proud to have a culture and salary structure that promotes both the equality of opportunity, and pay. Working at Lidl is rewarding, in every sense, because we give you the training to succeed in your role and plenty of opportunities to progress your career here. We're delighted to offer a competitive hourly rate, with 30-35 days' holiday per year (pro rata). Save for your future with our pension scheme or save today with a 10% in-store discount, plus extra discounts on days out, cinema tickets and much more. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Summary £14.00 up to £14.50 per hour - This isn't clocking in and clocking out. This is helping us run like clockwork. Internally this role will be called Shift Manager 30 to 35 hour contract Our Shift Managers keep our stores running like clockwork. From motivating the team and delegating tasks, to rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck in, our Shift Managers help us to maintain our high standards every day. They support our Store Managers and Deputy Store Managers and take full responsibility for the shop floor when running a shift. You will help satisfy customers and be the crucial difference in ensuring your store meets its targets. It's fast paced, and can be tough, but you'll see the rewards from putting in the hard work. Join us and be part of an internationally-recognised growing brand. Choose us to progress your career and we'll give you the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader. Find out more below and apply for a career a Lidl less ordinary. Once your application has been reviewed if it matches to the requirements of the role someone from the recruitment team will get in touch to chat about your application. The process will include a telephone interview and face-to-face selection event. We look forward to receiving your application. What you'll do Lead and motivate your team, in accordance with our Leadership and Company Principles Create an environment where your colleagues can do their best work Delegate tasks and solve problems swiftly Lead your store in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager, taking responsibility for day-to-day operations including the monitoring of store figures Keep on top of freshness, inventory and stock management, and cash processes to ensure shifts run smoothly Keep everything tidy and clean, on the shop floor and behind the scenes Ensuring and providing excellent customer service throughout the store What you'll need Experience of leading a sizable team to achieve targets in a fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate a team A customer-focused manner, remaining level-headed in any situation Willingness to work as a key part of the store team, completing daily tasks on every shift A responsible approach and excellent communication skills so you can provide your colleagues with feedback to help develop themselves and the store What you'll receive This isn't getting by. This is getting what you deserve. We're proud to have a culture and salary structure that promotes both the equality of opportunity, and pay. Working at Lidl is rewarding, in every sense, because we give you the training to succeed in your role and plenty of opportunities to progress your career here. We're delighted to offer a competitive hourly rate, with 30-35 days' holiday per year (pro rata). Save for your future with our pension scheme or save today with a 10% in-store discount, plus extra discounts on days out, cinema tickets and much more. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Summary £14.00 up to £14.50 per hour - This isn't clocking in and clocking out. This is helping us run like clockwork. Internally this role will be called Shift Manager 30 to 35 hour contract Our Shift Managers keep our stores running like clockwork. From motivating the team and delegating tasks, to rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck in, our Shift Managers help us to maintain our high standards every day. They support our Store Managers and Deputy Store Managers and take full responsibility for the shop floor when running a shift. You will help satisfy customers and be the crucial difference in ensuring your store meets its targets. It's fast paced, and can be tough, but you'll see the rewards from putting in the hard work. Join us and be part of an internationally-recognised growing brand. Choose us to progress your career and we'll give you the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader. Find out more below and apply for a career a Lidl less ordinary. Once your application has been reviewed if it matches to the requirements of the role someone from the recruitment team will get in touch to chat about your application. The process will include a telephone interview and face-to-face selection event. We look forward to receiving your application. What you'll do Lead and motivate your team, in accordance with our Leadership and Company Principles Create an environment where your colleagues can do their best work Delegate tasks and solve problems swiftly Lead your store in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager, taking responsibility for day-to-day operations including the monitoring of store figures Keep on top of freshness, inventory and stock management, and cash processes to ensure shifts run smoothly Keep everything tidy and clean, on the shop floor and behind the scenes Ensuring and providing excellent customer service throughout the store What you'll need Experience of leading a sizable team to achieve targets in a fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate a team A customer-focused manner, remaining level-headed in any situation Willingness to work as a key part of the store team, completing daily tasks on every shift A responsible approach and excellent communication skills so you can provide your colleagues with feedback to help develop themselves and the store What you'll receive This isn't getting by. This is getting what you deserve. We're proud to have a culture and salary structure that promotes both the equality of opportunity, and pay. Working at Lidl is rewarding, in every sense, because we give you the training to succeed in your role and plenty of opportunities to progress your career here. We're delighted to offer a competitive hourly rate, with 30-35 days' holiday per year (pro rata). Save for your future with our pension scheme or save today with a 10% in-store discount, plus extra discounts on days out, cinema tickets and much more. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Location - Dunscar, Bolton. Salary - upto 28k Our client provides a wide range of support services within the digital display sector across the UK. They currently employ around 20 people and have been established 20 years. Due to their continued expansion they are seeking an operations administrator to work from their head office based in Bolton. They carry out installations, on site maintenance (warranty, non warranty, reactive and scheduled), event support and display manufacturing. Role They are seeking someone with experience in the following administrative skills: Data entry and processing on bespoke software platforms. Diary management and scheduling for remote field engineers. Customer contact for support and service via telephone and email. Ordering and managing inventory such as spare parts. General administrative tasks such as emails, quotations and letter composition. General project support such as resources and engineer allocation/scheduling. Mandatory requirements, skills and experience: Excellent IT skills and computer literacy. Experienced in the use of Word and Excel (PC) or Pages and Numbers (Mac). Effective communicator with a confident telephone manner. Ability to learn new processes and systems. Flexibility and adaptability towards changing priorities and client demands. Positive approach to challenging situations. Able to and comfortable with working within a small team. Strong organisational and time management skills. Worked within a role that requires attention to detail and data accuracy. Excellent numeracy. Hold a current UK driving Licence. Desirable (but not essential) requirements, skills and experience: Background in customer service or support. Experience in a technical or IT administrative role. Worked for an employer that carries out installation or maintenance activities. Some knowledge of Health and Safety documentation such as RAMS. If you are interested apply now!
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Location - Dunscar, Bolton. Salary - upto 28k Our client provides a wide range of support services within the digital display sector across the UK. They currently employ around 20 people and have been established 20 years. Due to their continued expansion they are seeking an operations administrator to work from their head office based in Bolton. They carry out installations, on site maintenance (warranty, non warranty, reactive and scheduled), event support and display manufacturing. Role They are seeking someone with experience in the following administrative skills: Data entry and processing on bespoke software platforms. Diary management and scheduling for remote field engineers. Customer contact for support and service via telephone and email. Ordering and managing inventory such as spare parts. General administrative tasks such as emails, quotations and letter composition. General project support such as resources and engineer allocation/scheduling. Mandatory requirements, skills and experience: Excellent IT skills and computer literacy. Experienced in the use of Word and Excel (PC) or Pages and Numbers (Mac). Effective communicator with a confident telephone manner. Ability to learn new processes and systems. Flexibility and adaptability towards changing priorities and client demands. Positive approach to challenging situations. Able to and comfortable with working within a small team. Strong organisational and time management skills. Worked within a role that requires attention to detail and data accuracy. Excellent numeracy. Hold a current UK driving Licence. Desirable (but not essential) requirements, skills and experience: Background in customer service or support. Experience in a technical or IT administrative role. Worked for an employer that carries out installation or maintenance activities. Some knowledge of Health and Safety documentation such as RAMS. If you are interested apply now!
Summary £40,000 - £52,000 per annum 30-35 days' holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Pension scheme Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're resilient, responsible and ready to go far. Just like you. As a Department Manager at Lidl, you'll play a key role in our warehouse, motivating your team to make sure our products reach our stores without a hitch. From boosting productivity and ensuring deadlines are met to supporting your Team Manager with merchandising and managing inventory, you'll bring a proactive and creative approach to solving problems and keeping our warehouses running like clockwork. You'll also have the chance to prove your leadership skills by championing, delegating, motivating, and helping your team to realise their full potential. In return, we'll give you a competitive salary based on equal opportunity and pay structures, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. We're proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there'll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we'll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. What you'll do Be responsible for a department in the RDC. Line managing an amazing team of Shift Leaders, coaching, and training them and their teams to succeed Work closely with your team of Shift Leaders and other Department Managers to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the operation Ambitiously boost productivity and through optimisation of warehouse process and performance to achieve quality results Take a hands-on approach to manage daily operational processes and shifts for your department Support your Team Manager with operations, compliance and Head Office projects Be responsible for grievance and investigation processes, acting as a disciplinary manager Confidently create an environment where your team can do their best work, shift after shift, in accordance with our Leadership & Company Principles What you'll need Natural confidence and leadership qualities to get the best out of everyone you work with Experience leading your previous team(s) to success The ability to multi-task and prioritise conflicting deadlines under pressure A keen eye for detail to effectively control costs, rotas and transport plans An open communication style that lets you get your message across to anyone What you'll receive 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Ongoing training Pension scheme Enhanced family leave Plus, more of the perks you deserve If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Summary £40,000 - £52,000 per annum 30-35 days' holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Pension scheme Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're resilient, responsible and ready to go far. Just like you. As a Department Manager at Lidl, you'll play a key role in our warehouse, motivating your team to make sure our products reach our stores without a hitch. From boosting productivity and ensuring deadlines are met to supporting your Team Manager with merchandising and managing inventory, you'll bring a proactive and creative approach to solving problems and keeping our warehouses running like clockwork. You'll also have the chance to prove your leadership skills by championing, delegating, motivating, and helping your team to realise their full potential. In return, we'll give you a competitive salary based on equal opportunity and pay structures, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. We're proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there'll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we'll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. What you'll do Be responsible for a department in the RDC. Line managing an amazing team of Shift Leaders, coaching, and training them and their teams to succeed Work closely with your team of Shift Leaders and other Department Managers to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the operation Ambitiously boost productivity and through optimisation of warehouse process and performance to achieve quality results Take a hands-on approach to manage daily operational processes and shifts for your department Support your Team Manager with operations, compliance and Head Office projects Be responsible for grievance and investigation processes, acting as a disciplinary manager Confidently create an environment where your team can do their best work, shift after shift, in accordance with our Leadership & Company Principles What you'll need Natural confidence and leadership qualities to get the best out of everyone you work with Experience leading your previous team(s) to success The ability to multi-task and prioritise conflicting deadlines under pressure A keen eye for detail to effectively control costs, rotas and transport plans An open communication style that lets you get your message across to anyone What you'll receive 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Ongoing training Pension scheme Enhanced family leave Plus, more of the perks you deserve If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
LIONS - Head of Business Development page is loaded LIONS - Head of Business Development Apply locations London posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R11320 We're looking for a Head of Business Development to join our team in London as part of our Sales function. Your Role: You will join our team on The Work. The Work is the digital home of LIONS. You will play a critical role in developing and executing revenue strategies to win new clients whilst leading the team of Business Development Managers and Sales Development Representatives. You will help mentor and develop our sales team with your expertise and engaging coaching style. If you have a passion for sales and a knack for inspiring and developing others, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Develop a global sales strategy and roll out with the team Build a high performance sales team who overachieve on revenue targets. Setting clear targets and goals. Reporting and forecasting on new business revenue Tracking of new business pipeline Working with the team to implement sales plans Working with the team to achieve KPI for best practice - pipeline management, sales activities fulfilled and logged on CRM. Work with marketing to create campaigns to drive leads for the team Work closely with internal teams including product, marketing and operations to ensure seamless client onboarding for ongoing account management Identify challenges and risks in the team performance and work through a solution to fix You are an advocate and ally for diversity, equity and inclusion Your Experience Excellent analytical and problem solving skills Ability to analyse market data and identify growth opportunities Experience using CRM systems Previous sales management Financial Forecasting Communication skills at all business levels Marketing industry knowledge If you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still encourage you to apply. At LIONS, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role we would still like you to apply. Who are we? The LIONS brand is probably most synonymous with Cannes Lions, The International Festival of Creativity, the definitive meeting place for the global creative communications and advertising community. It's five days of inspiration, aspiration, unlimited magic and potential. The Festival has been championing creative excellence since 1954 with the goal of providing a global destination and the definitive benchmark for creativity that drives progress. LIONS is going through an exciting time as it's recently repositioned as The Home of Creativity, supporting those in the business of creativity at every step of their journeys with an extended portfolio of new advisory, learning and intelligence services. Our purpose is to drive progress through creativity for an incredibly diverse and talented global creative community. You will join a team of change makers. The team's purpose is to champion change to create the most powerful global creative community and drive growth for the brand. LIONS is an Ascential company. Ascential delivers specialist information, analytics and ecommerce optimisation platforms to the world's leading consumer brands and their ecosystems. We help our customers to make smart decisions that improve performance now, and in the future. With more than 3,300 employees across five continents, we combine local expertise with a global footprint for clients in over 120 countries. We are listed on the London Stock Exchange. Why choose us? At Ascential, diversity, equity and inclusion is core to us. We're a company built around our people - and we're committed to supporting each and every one of them to be the best they can be. We love having a diverse team of people who bring new ideas and different strengths and perspectives to Ascential. Our employee-led groups and networks, Ascential Pride, Black in Business, EmPower: Ascential Women's network, Shalom Ascential, Christian Ascential and Latinx, help us to create a place where communities and allies can connect and share experiences. We are proud to have been recognised as a best performer in the FTSE Women Leaders Review for six consecutive years, listed in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index and ranked highly in both MSCI and Sustainalytics ESG indexes. We're committed to ensuring we have a positive impact on the environment and communities in which we operate and we support our people to be more environmentally friendly, including ensuring our pension plan defaults to sustainable options. We are committed to supporting charities with contributions, volunteer work and knowledge sharing. We have over a decade-long partnership with The Prince's Trust and sponsor initiatives to empower young women and support underserved communities Recognising great performance is a key part of our culture. Our Awards schemes recognise and reward the brilliant achievements of our people. We have a truly flexible working environment with a wide range of flexible, hybrid and agile-working arrangements. Conversations about flexible working have always been - and will continue to be - actively encouraged here. Our benefits and wellbeing package offers flexible benefits you can tailor to your own personal needs, including: 25 days of holiday per year - with an option to buy/ sell upto 5 days Pension, Life Assurance and Income Protection Flexible benefits platform with options including Private Medical, Dental Insurance, Critical Illness and the Ascential Shares Scheme Employee assistance programme, season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme Volunteering opportunities and charitable giving options Great learning and development opportunities. We want to ensure everyone has the opportunity to perform their best when interviewing, so if you require any reasonable adjustments that would make you more comfortable during the process, please let us know so that we can do our best to support you. If we inspire you, why not join and inspire us? Find out more on what our People say About Us Getting to the heart of your industry. We help the world's biggest brands navigate what's next through events, intelligence and advisory. Our two divisions, LIONS and Money20/20, serve the Marketing and Financial Technology industries. Our unforgettable events bring customers from over 120 countries together to have the conversations that count. And with almost 700 employees across four continents, our experts ensure that our customers never miss a beat. Ascential plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
LIONS - Head of Business Development page is loaded LIONS - Head of Business Development Apply locations London posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R11320 We're looking for a Head of Business Development to join our team in London as part of our Sales function. Your Role: You will join our team on The Work. The Work is the digital home of LIONS. You will play a critical role in developing and executing revenue strategies to win new clients whilst leading the team of Business Development Managers and Sales Development Representatives. You will help mentor and develop our sales team with your expertise and engaging coaching style. If you have a passion for sales and a knack for inspiring and developing others, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Develop a global sales strategy and roll out with the team Build a high performance sales team who overachieve on revenue targets. Setting clear targets and goals. Reporting and forecasting on new business revenue Tracking of new business pipeline Working with the team to implement sales plans Working with the team to achieve KPI for best practice - pipeline management, sales activities fulfilled and logged on CRM. Work with marketing to create campaigns to drive leads for the team Work closely with internal teams including product, marketing and operations to ensure seamless client onboarding for ongoing account management Identify challenges and risks in the team performance and work through a solution to fix You are an advocate and ally for diversity, equity and inclusion Your Experience Excellent analytical and problem solving skills Ability to analyse market data and identify growth opportunities Experience using CRM systems Previous sales management Financial Forecasting Communication skills at all business levels Marketing industry knowledge If you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still encourage you to apply. At LIONS, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role we would still like you to apply. Who are we? The LIONS brand is probably most synonymous with Cannes Lions, The International Festival of Creativity, the definitive meeting place for the global creative communications and advertising community. It's five days of inspiration, aspiration, unlimited magic and potential. The Festival has been championing creative excellence since 1954 with the goal of providing a global destination and the definitive benchmark for creativity that drives progress. LIONS is going through an exciting time as it's recently repositioned as The Home of Creativity, supporting those in the business of creativity at every step of their journeys with an extended portfolio of new advisory, learning and intelligence services. Our purpose is to drive progress through creativity for an incredibly diverse and talented global creative community. You will join a team of change makers. The team's purpose is to champion change to create the most powerful global creative community and drive growth for the brand. LIONS is an Ascential company. Ascential delivers specialist information, analytics and ecommerce optimisation platforms to the world's leading consumer brands and their ecosystems. We help our customers to make smart decisions that improve performance now, and in the future. With more than 3,300 employees across five continents, we combine local expertise with a global footprint for clients in over 120 countries. We are listed on the London Stock Exchange. Why choose us? At Ascential, diversity, equity and inclusion is core to us. We're a company built around our people - and we're committed to supporting each and every one of them to be the best they can be. We love having a diverse team of people who bring new ideas and different strengths and perspectives to Ascential. Our employee-led groups and networks, Ascential Pride, Black in Business, EmPower: Ascential Women's network, Shalom Ascential, Christian Ascential and Latinx, help us to create a place where communities and allies can connect and share experiences. We are proud to have been recognised as a best performer in the FTSE Women Leaders Review for six consecutive years, listed in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index and ranked highly in both MSCI and Sustainalytics ESG indexes. We're committed to ensuring we have a positive impact on the environment and communities in which we operate and we support our people to be more environmentally friendly, including ensuring our pension plan defaults to sustainable options. We are committed to supporting charities with contributions, volunteer work and knowledge sharing. We have over a decade-long partnership with The Prince's Trust and sponsor initiatives to empower young women and support underserved communities Recognising great performance is a key part of our culture. Our Awards schemes recognise and reward the brilliant achievements of our people. We have a truly flexible working environment with a wide range of flexible, hybrid and agile-working arrangements. Conversations about flexible working have always been - and will continue to be - actively encouraged here. Our benefits and wellbeing package offers flexible benefits you can tailor to your own personal needs, including: 25 days of holiday per year - with an option to buy/ sell upto 5 days Pension, Life Assurance and Income Protection Flexible benefits platform with options including Private Medical, Dental Insurance, Critical Illness and the Ascential Shares Scheme Employee assistance programme, season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme Volunteering opportunities and charitable giving options Great learning and development opportunities. We want to ensure everyone has the opportunity to perform their best when interviewing, so if you require any reasonable adjustments that would make you more comfortable during the process, please let us know so that we can do our best to support you. If we inspire you, why not join and inspire us? Find out more on what our People say About Us Getting to the heart of your industry. We help the world's biggest brands navigate what's next through events, intelligence and advisory. Our two divisions, LIONS and Money20/20, serve the Marketing and Financial Technology industries. Our unforgettable events bring customers from over 120 countries together to have the conversations that count. And with almost 700 employees across four continents, our experts ensure that our customers never miss a beat. Ascential plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange.
Academia Technology Group is an award-winning IT services provider providing managed services, hardware and software to education and enterprise customers. With revenues in excess of £140m the business is seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead a finance team of 12 and help drive the next chapter of growth for the company. The company is award winning, dynamic, has an entrepreneurial culture, fast-growing and would benefit from the commercial support provided by a detailed focussed, hands-on experienced Finance Director. Role Overview This role would suit an experienced hands-on FD who can demonstrate strong leadership, sound technical and systems knowledge, relevant industry experience and a team focused approach. Key Requirements: Hold a formal accounting qualification - preference for ACA The ideal candidate will have relevant sector experience of working in high volume IT services business/reseller/MSP Have a very strong bias towards financial control, focus on detail, commercial decision making and hands-on philosophy Has strong work ethic, high personal output, ambitious, multi-tasks effectively, is organised, plans ahead, PC literate and familiar working with systems. Be meticulous with a pragmatic and fact-based approach to decision-making Demonstrates strong excel modelling skills Has the leadership skills to lead and build a high-performance finance team Key responsibilities: Work with the Financial Controller to ensure we have a disciplined and efficient month end process to ensure we produce accurate and timely MI for the business. Ensure finance managers have clear understanding of their roles and are managed effectively and team plans ahead to maintain financial control and avoid surprises Manage the team to ensure high standards are met, the team has strong work ethic but environment is supportive, collaborative and there is pride in producing good output and quality of service Operating credibly at board level and contributing to strategy (particularly cashflow, pricing and risk management) Support for the MD and Sales Director and interaction with potential customers in the sales process as appropriate Business partnering with operations in their interactions with existing customers and managing debtor days and working capital to ensure business expands in a controlled way with appropriate risk management Lead system improvement projects to improve automation and efficiency Maintain financial business model to track short and long business performance and to assist with investor and covenant reporting Manage audit process to ensure smooth year end audit with minimal disruption Why Academia? Academia is a rapidly growing Technology company with a strong footprint in the educational and business space. We specialise in providing IT managed services, supplying software and IT hardware to both public and private sector customers. Established in 2003, we employ over 240 dedicated professionals across multiple locations throughout the UK with a group annual turnover of over £140m. Our growing customer base covers most UK universities and colleges and a growing enterprise client base across many sectors. Business has goals to expand further both organically and through acquisition.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Academia Technology Group is an award-winning IT services provider providing managed services, hardware and software to education and enterprise customers. With revenues in excess of £140m the business is seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead a finance team of 12 and help drive the next chapter of growth for the company. The company is award winning, dynamic, has an entrepreneurial culture, fast-growing and would benefit from the commercial support provided by a detailed focussed, hands-on experienced Finance Director. Role Overview This role would suit an experienced hands-on FD who can demonstrate strong leadership, sound technical and systems knowledge, relevant industry experience and a team focused approach. Key Requirements: Hold a formal accounting qualification - preference for ACA The ideal candidate will have relevant sector experience of working in high volume IT services business/reseller/MSP Have a very strong bias towards financial control, focus on detail, commercial decision making and hands-on philosophy Has strong work ethic, high personal output, ambitious, multi-tasks effectively, is organised, plans ahead, PC literate and familiar working with systems. Be meticulous with a pragmatic and fact-based approach to decision-making Demonstrates strong excel modelling skills Has the leadership skills to lead and build a high-performance finance team Key responsibilities: Work with the Financial Controller to ensure we have a disciplined and efficient month end process to ensure we produce accurate and timely MI for the business. Ensure finance managers have clear understanding of their roles and are managed effectively and team plans ahead to maintain financial control and avoid surprises Manage the team to ensure high standards are met, the team has strong work ethic but environment is supportive, collaborative and there is pride in producing good output and quality of service Operating credibly at board level and contributing to strategy (particularly cashflow, pricing and risk management) Support for the MD and Sales Director and interaction with potential customers in the sales process as appropriate Business partnering with operations in their interactions with existing customers and managing debtor days and working capital to ensure business expands in a controlled way with appropriate risk management Lead system improvement projects to improve automation and efficiency Maintain financial business model to track short and long business performance and to assist with investor and covenant reporting Manage audit process to ensure smooth year end audit with minimal disruption Why Academia? Academia is a rapidly growing Technology company with a strong footprint in the educational and business space. We specialise in providing IT managed services, supplying software and IT hardware to both public and private sector customers. Established in 2003, we employ over 240 dedicated professionals across multiple locations throughout the UK with a group annual turnover of over £140m. Our growing customer base covers most UK universities and colleges and a growing enterprise client base across many sectors. Business has goals to expand further both organically and through acquisition.
At Omeda Studios , we're a remote-first game development company with a passion for our debut title, Predecessor - an Action MOBA for PC and Consoles, currently in Early Access. We're on the hunt for skilled professionals ready to dive into creating engaging content for a game designed to captivate players for years. Join our growing team and embark on this exciting journey! As a community-driven studio, we're all about developing games that resonate with our players. We believe in the power of community feedback to create immersive gaming experiences that are hard to put down. Thanks to a successful $20 million Series A funding round, we're a vibrant mix of seasoned industry pros and talented community members, all committed to bringing our vision to life and tackling the challenges that lie ahead. And this is where you come into play - we're on the lookout for an Art Director (Live-Ops) who can seamlessly integrate with our art style, create exceptional content that resonates with our community, and balance creative vision with business needs. Your mission will be to unblock and support the team, guiding them in making the right decisions that align with our strategic goals. In This Role, You Will: Direct the artistic vision of Predecessor, guiding the visual development of characters, skins, and environments within our live ops framework, ensuring alignment with our existing art direction. Lead and inspire the art team, promoting a culture of creativity, innovation, efficiency, and sustainable work practices. Develop strategies for art creation that balance high-quality visuals with efficient production methods to reduce workload without compromising quality. Collaborate with production and design teams to ensure a cohesive and engaging game aesthetic, focusing on effective and sustainable art production. Implement best practices for art direction and production, adapting to evolving game needs and player expectations, with a keen focus on optimizing skin and cosmetics production for our free-to-play model. What We're Looking For: Significant experience in art direction or senior art leadership roles within the gaming industry, ideally with a focus on AA+ free-to-play titles. Expertise in character and skin design, especially for free-to-play games, with a strong portfolio demonstrating creative and technical skill. A deep understanding of trends and pop culture to identify opportunities and align game art with player interests, particularly in cosmetics and monetization strategies. Proven track record of working on live ops games, with expertise in maintaining and refreshing a game's visual identity efficiently. Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and manage an art team, fostering a positive, productive, and sustainable working environment. Familiarity with Unreal Engine 5 and its art production pipelines, particularly in the context of effective skin and cosmetics development. Excellent communication skills, capable of articulating vision, feedback, and sustainable production strategies across departments. Nice to Have: Background in concept, 3D modeling, or animation, adding depth to your art direction capabilities Previous involvement in a successful F2P game with a focus on cosmetics for monetization, understanding the specific challenges and opportunities. Skills in additional areas such as UI/UX design, storyboarding, or marketing, broadening the scope of your artistic oversight and contributing to the game's overall success. Benefits: Global, remote team. 25 days holiday. EMI Stock Options. Healthcare. Access to GDC Vault & Devcom VODs. And more to come!
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
At Omeda Studios , we're a remote-first game development company with a passion for our debut title, Predecessor - an Action MOBA for PC and Consoles, currently in Early Access. We're on the hunt for skilled professionals ready to dive into creating engaging content for a game designed to captivate players for years. Join our growing team and embark on this exciting journey! As a community-driven studio, we're all about developing games that resonate with our players. We believe in the power of community feedback to create immersive gaming experiences that are hard to put down. Thanks to a successful $20 million Series A funding round, we're a vibrant mix of seasoned industry pros and talented community members, all committed to bringing our vision to life and tackling the challenges that lie ahead. And this is where you come into play - we're on the lookout for an Art Director (Live-Ops) who can seamlessly integrate with our art style, create exceptional content that resonates with our community, and balance creative vision with business needs. Your mission will be to unblock and support the team, guiding them in making the right decisions that align with our strategic goals. In This Role, You Will: Direct the artistic vision of Predecessor, guiding the visual development of characters, skins, and environments within our live ops framework, ensuring alignment with our existing art direction. Lead and inspire the art team, promoting a culture of creativity, innovation, efficiency, and sustainable work practices. Develop strategies for art creation that balance high-quality visuals with efficient production methods to reduce workload without compromising quality. Collaborate with production and design teams to ensure a cohesive and engaging game aesthetic, focusing on effective and sustainable art production. Implement best practices for art direction and production, adapting to evolving game needs and player expectations, with a keen focus on optimizing skin and cosmetics production for our free-to-play model. What We're Looking For: Significant experience in art direction or senior art leadership roles within the gaming industry, ideally with a focus on AA+ free-to-play titles. Expertise in character and skin design, especially for free-to-play games, with a strong portfolio demonstrating creative and technical skill. A deep understanding of trends and pop culture to identify opportunities and align game art with player interests, particularly in cosmetics and monetization strategies. Proven track record of working on live ops games, with expertise in maintaining and refreshing a game's visual identity efficiently. Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and manage an art team, fostering a positive, productive, and sustainable working environment. Familiarity with Unreal Engine 5 and its art production pipelines, particularly in the context of effective skin and cosmetics development. Excellent communication skills, capable of articulating vision, feedback, and sustainable production strategies across departments. Nice to Have: Background in concept, 3D modeling, or animation, adding depth to your art direction capabilities Previous involvement in a successful F2P game with a focus on cosmetics for monetization, understanding the specific challenges and opportunities. Skills in additional areas such as UI/UX design, storyboarding, or marketing, broadening the scope of your artistic oversight and contributing to the game's overall success. Benefits: Global, remote team. 25 days holiday. EMI Stock Options. Healthcare. Access to GDC Vault & Devcom VODs. And more to come!
Contract: Full time and permanent (some flexible working considered) Some travel within London and Berkshire required 52 weeks per year The Bellevue Place Education Trust (BPET) is a family of high-performing primary schools across London and Berkshire. We have a clear vision to deliver the highest standards of education, blended from the best of the state and independent sectors. We strive for all children to Learn, Enjoy, Succeed. Purpose of the role: To ensure effective, efficient, and accurate financial and administrative operations in liaison with the Director of Finance. As the Finance Manager at BPET, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and supporting the financial operations of our schools, ensuring adherence to BPET s financial processes and procedures. Under the guidance of the Director of Finance, you will contribute to effective financial management across the organisation and the key themes in our BPET 3 Year Strategic Plan, serving as an integral member of the Trust s back-office support team. Main Responsibilities: To be responsible for the day-to-day processing of accounts payable transactions to ensure that BPET s finances are maintained in an effective, up to date and accurate manner. Co-ordinating and completing administrative routines relating to orders, invoices, payments, income and the receipt of goods and services where appropriate. To ensure success, you should exhibit extensive experience in processing invoices and sound knowledge of accounting practices. An outstanding invoice processor will be someone with a keen eye for detail and accuracy. Key Tasks: Partner with the central finance team to provide high-quality advice, guidance, and support. Provide day-to-day finance support for the schools. Manage and operate accounting and budgeting systems, monitoring and reporting on financial performance. Prepare and develop monthly management accounts, budget holder reporting, and overall financial statement reporting to Chief Financial Officer. Support DoF and Trust Financial Controller in preparing annual budgets and Board financial reports. Assist DoF in preparing financial and statistical returns for DFE and ESFA within statutory/regulatory deadlines. Manage school accounting function, ensuring efficient operation according to agreed procedures and maintaining procedures. Liaise with internal and external auditors regarding audits, accounts, and financial returns. Occasionally deputise for Trust Financial Controller at internal/external meetings. Provide administrative support and assist with ad hoc projects for Trust team and DoF. This job description may be amended at any time after consultation with you. Leadership and Development Responsibilities: Provide effective leadership to the finance team, including setting clear objectives, providing guidance, and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Monitor and evaluate the performance of finance team members, providing regular feedback, coaching, and development opportunities to enhance their skills and capabilities. Provide informed and strategic financial advice to senior management, supporting decision-making processes and contributing to the achievement of organisational objectives. Ongoing professional development in finance and accounting practices. Attendance at relevant workshops, seminars, and conferences to stay updated on industry trends and best practices. Participation in continuing education programs to maintain professional certifications. Purchasing, Income, and Expenditure Responsibilities: Oversee requisition, order, and invoice processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness. Track income and expenditure accurately, promptly identifying and resolving issues. Manage supplier, contract, and fixed asset records on BPET s compliance system. Track and process relevant funding. Oversee credit control process, ensuring adherence to BPET procedures and policies. Accounting Processes and Payroll Responsibilities: Undertake month-end processes timely, including processing monthly accruals and pre-payments. Support finance assistant in responding to complex queries from budget holders. Review and process payroll, submitting to SGW for processing. Notify budget holders and/or Headteachers of potential and actual overspend. Reconcile monthly payroll vs budget, including casual claims and update budgeting software. Journal travel and expense claims to relevant codes. Ensure timely completion of all year-end processes. Support preparation for and provision of relevant information to BPET s external and internal auditors. Budgets and Monitoring Responsibilities: Collaborate with Director of Finance to prepare budget forecasts considering value for money and future trends. Attend monthly meetings with headteachers and produce monthly variance report for Director of Finance. Compile reports and information for monthly budget review meetings. Produce and maintain regular budget monitoring reports. Assist Director of Finance in evaluating internal controls, identifying solutions and revised controls. Provide support as part of central finance team at other schools as required. This list is not intended to be exhaustive, and the Finance Manager will be required to undertake any other duties commensurate with the general level of responsibility of the post as directed by the Director of Finance. Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified. The duties of this post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or level of responsibility entailed. The Trust will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition. This Job Description is current at the time of printing but will be reviewed on an annual basis and, following consultation with you, may be changed to reflect or anticipate changes in the job requirements which are commensurate with the job title and grade. This post requires an Enhanced DBS Clearance check.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Contract: Full time and permanent (some flexible working considered) Some travel within London and Berkshire required 52 weeks per year The Bellevue Place Education Trust (BPET) is a family of high-performing primary schools across London and Berkshire. We have a clear vision to deliver the highest standards of education, blended from the best of the state and independent sectors. We strive for all children to Learn, Enjoy, Succeed. Purpose of the role: To ensure effective, efficient, and accurate financial and administrative operations in liaison with the Director of Finance. As the Finance Manager at BPET, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and supporting the financial operations of our schools, ensuring adherence to BPET s financial processes and procedures. Under the guidance of the Director of Finance, you will contribute to effective financial management across the organisation and the key themes in our BPET 3 Year Strategic Plan, serving as an integral member of the Trust s back-office support team. Main Responsibilities: To be responsible for the day-to-day processing of accounts payable transactions to ensure that BPET s finances are maintained in an effective, up to date and accurate manner. Co-ordinating and completing administrative routines relating to orders, invoices, payments, income and the receipt of goods and services where appropriate. To ensure success, you should exhibit extensive experience in processing invoices and sound knowledge of accounting practices. An outstanding invoice processor will be someone with a keen eye for detail and accuracy. Key Tasks: Partner with the central finance team to provide high-quality advice, guidance, and support. Provide day-to-day finance support for the schools. Manage and operate accounting and budgeting systems, monitoring and reporting on financial performance. Prepare and develop monthly management accounts, budget holder reporting, and overall financial statement reporting to Chief Financial Officer. Support DoF and Trust Financial Controller in preparing annual budgets and Board financial reports. Assist DoF in preparing financial and statistical returns for DFE and ESFA within statutory/regulatory deadlines. Manage school accounting function, ensuring efficient operation according to agreed procedures and maintaining procedures. Liaise with internal and external auditors regarding audits, accounts, and financial returns. Occasionally deputise for Trust Financial Controller at internal/external meetings. Provide administrative support and assist with ad hoc projects for Trust team and DoF. This job description may be amended at any time after consultation with you. Leadership and Development Responsibilities: Provide effective leadership to the finance team, including setting clear objectives, providing guidance, and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Monitor and evaluate the performance of finance team members, providing regular feedback, coaching, and development opportunities to enhance their skills and capabilities. Provide informed and strategic financial advice to senior management, supporting decision-making processes and contributing to the achievement of organisational objectives. Ongoing professional development in finance and accounting practices. Attendance at relevant workshops, seminars, and conferences to stay updated on industry trends and best practices. Participation in continuing education programs to maintain professional certifications. Purchasing, Income, and Expenditure Responsibilities: Oversee requisition, order, and invoice processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness. Track income and expenditure accurately, promptly identifying and resolving issues. Manage supplier, contract, and fixed asset records on BPET s compliance system. Track and process relevant funding. Oversee credit control process, ensuring adherence to BPET procedures and policies. Accounting Processes and Payroll Responsibilities: Undertake month-end processes timely, including processing monthly accruals and pre-payments. Support finance assistant in responding to complex queries from budget holders. Review and process payroll, submitting to SGW for processing. Notify budget holders and/or Headteachers of potential and actual overspend. Reconcile monthly payroll vs budget, including casual claims and update budgeting software. Journal travel and expense claims to relevant codes. Ensure timely completion of all year-end processes. Support preparation for and provision of relevant information to BPET s external and internal auditors. Budgets and Monitoring Responsibilities: Collaborate with Director of Finance to prepare budget forecasts considering value for money and future trends. Attend monthly meetings with headteachers and produce monthly variance report for Director of Finance. Compile reports and information for monthly budget review meetings. Produce and maintain regular budget monitoring reports. Assist Director of Finance in evaluating internal controls, identifying solutions and revised controls. Provide support as part of central finance team at other schools as required. This list is not intended to be exhaustive, and the Finance Manager will be required to undertake any other duties commensurate with the general level of responsibility of the post as directed by the Director of Finance. Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified. The duties of this post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or level of responsibility entailed. The Trust will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition. This Job Description is current at the time of printing but will be reviewed on an annual basis and, following consultation with you, may be changed to reflect or anticipate changes in the job requirements which are commensurate with the job title and grade. This post requires an Enhanced DBS Clearance check.
HR Professional Cheadle, Staffordshire (Commutable from: Stoke, Stafford, Derby, Ashbourne, Uttoxeter, Burton-Upon-Trent) £30,000 - £35,000 + Training + Progression + Benefits Do you have HR experience from a Manufacturing or Engineering background looking to play a vital role in the growth and operations of a highly successful business? On offer is a stable, permanent and well-respected position f click apply for full job details
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
HR Professional Cheadle, Staffordshire (Commutable from: Stoke, Stafford, Derby, Ashbourne, Uttoxeter, Burton-Upon-Trent) £30,000 - £35,000 + Training + Progression + Benefits Do you have HR experience from a Manufacturing or Engineering background looking to play a vital role in the growth and operations of a highly successful business? On offer is a stable, permanent and well-respected position f click apply for full job details
sous chef full time at wagamama, we're an eating house for the soul. with over 160 uk restaurants and growing, our purpose is to nourish the world from bowl to soul. inspired by fast-paced, japanese ramen bars since 1992. a celebration of asian food brought wagamama to life we're looking for a sous chef to join us on our continuous journey of true nourishment the role as a sous chef at wagamama, you'll support the kitchen management team to oversee all aspects of our back of house operation the wagamama way. embodying our people promise + values through how you show up at work, you'll be responsible for ensuring the quality of our food , managing inventory and various kitchen operations. you will develop and grow our junior chefs, ensuring they are engaged, motivated and meeting wagamama standard. you'll be passionate about people, fresh food + cooking and have experience in managing and motivating a team to meet high standards, this is great role for those also looking to progress their career to head chef in the future perks + quirks £13.80 per hour + £1000 bonus opportunity per year + £34 average tips per week internal progression opportunities fully funded apprenticeship programmes to support your growth £14 - £25 of free food allowance on every shift 50% discount at wagamama + 30% off all other trg brands with family and friends dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift dedicated 4-week training programme pension scheme + 28 days holiday kintsugi wellness access to councillors, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym + leisure family friendly policy any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay financial wellbeing support access to loans repaid through your salary for those 'strapped for cash' moments in life what we look for experience managing or supervising a kitchen team and taking ownership in your role through positive behaviours + actions a strong communicator, that has real conversations with consideration + care, supporting your management team in making sure your kitchen is performing at a high standard of service experienced in supporting to ensure your kitchen's food, health and safety standards are spotless aware of the financial performance of a kitchen including gp and stock control experienced in managing the labour and rotas passionate about creating an inclusive environment where your team feel respected + that they belong an individual who leads to inspire and engage their team to nourish + flourish in their role and career passionate about working with fresh food, you won't find microwaves or heat lamps here! the wagamama way kaizen , meaning 'good change', is the philosophy that sits at the core of who we are. it shapes every dish we create and pushes us to find better ways in all we do. our food, how we think, how we work, it has to be fresh. committed to championing change in both our communities + the impact on the planet three whole decades of acting different, we don't conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection . welcoming everyone and their unique story to our benches. we promise to have your back. working together to build close bonds of trust + support. creating safe spaces where we can have real conversations with open hearts + open minds all we ask is for you to dish up what makes you different be you, be wagamama 100% of tips go to our teams. average tips are based on back of house management positions across all our uk restaurants between 29/05/23 + 02/07/23. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
sous chef full time at wagamama, we're an eating house for the soul. with over 160 uk restaurants and growing, our purpose is to nourish the world from bowl to soul. inspired by fast-paced, japanese ramen bars since 1992. a celebration of asian food brought wagamama to life we're looking for a sous chef to join us on our continuous journey of true nourishment the role as a sous chef at wagamama, you'll support the kitchen management team to oversee all aspects of our back of house operation the wagamama way. embodying our people promise + values through how you show up at work, you'll be responsible for ensuring the quality of our food , managing inventory and various kitchen operations. you will develop and grow our junior chefs, ensuring they are engaged, motivated and meeting wagamama standard. you'll be passionate about people, fresh food + cooking and have experience in managing and motivating a team to meet high standards, this is great role for those also looking to progress their career to head chef in the future perks + quirks £13.80 per hour + £1000 bonus opportunity per year + £34 average tips per week internal progression opportunities fully funded apprenticeship programmes to support your growth £14 - £25 of free food allowance on every shift 50% discount at wagamama + 30% off all other trg brands with family and friends dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift dedicated 4-week training programme pension scheme + 28 days holiday kintsugi wellness access to councillors, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym + leisure family friendly policy any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay financial wellbeing support access to loans repaid through your salary for those 'strapped for cash' moments in life what we look for experience managing or supervising a kitchen team and taking ownership in your role through positive behaviours + actions a strong communicator, that has real conversations with consideration + care, supporting your management team in making sure your kitchen is performing at a high standard of service experienced in supporting to ensure your kitchen's food, health and safety standards are spotless aware of the financial performance of a kitchen including gp and stock control experienced in managing the labour and rotas passionate about creating an inclusive environment where your team feel respected + that they belong an individual who leads to inspire and engage their team to nourish + flourish in their role and career passionate about working with fresh food, you won't find microwaves or heat lamps here! the wagamama way kaizen , meaning 'good change', is the philosophy that sits at the core of who we are. it shapes every dish we create and pushes us to find better ways in all we do. our food, how we think, how we work, it has to be fresh. committed to championing change in both our communities + the impact on the planet three whole decades of acting different, we don't conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection . welcoming everyone and their unique story to our benches. we promise to have your back. working together to build close bonds of trust + support. creating safe spaces where we can have real conversations with open hearts + open minds all we ask is for you to dish up what makes you different be you, be wagamama 100% of tips go to our teams. average tips are based on back of house management positions across all our uk restaurants between 29/05/23 + 02/07/23. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way
As the Head of Cybersecurity, you'll be leading the charge to ensure our digital assets and operations are locked down tight. With a focus on managing our client's Cybersecurity team and setting up robust protocols, you'll play a crucial role in safeguarding our organization against cyber threats. If you're ready to take on a pivotal role in shaping our security strategy and making a real impact, then this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Responsibilities: Lead and manage the team responsible for supporting the IT Security Function, ensuring seamless operations across all business activities. Establish and oversee the organization's approach to security, covering information use, cyber security, technology, personnel security, and business continuity. Set the strategic direction for security, keeping the Board and senior managers informed about security obligations, risks, and improvement plans. Actively manage corporate risks, develop relevant policies, and cultivate a strong security culture within the organization. Collaborate with other IT team leads, particularly the Infrastructure team, to ensure seamless operations and strong operational resilience. Contribute to strategic plans, ensuring security and business continuity considerations are properly addressed and resourced. Provide or monitor the provision of security services, ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, and relevant standards. Promote policies and decisions that meet the needs of stakeholders, both current and evolving. Manage team resources according to business activity, supporting the organization's IT strategy, and applying relevant IT tools. Facilitate workshops, deliver presentations at all levels, and provide guidance to staff on all aspects of IT Security. Key Skills: Strong leadership and team management abilities. Strategic thinking and decision-making skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Deep understanding of IT security principles, legislation, and standards. Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Resource management and business acumen. Proficiency in IT tools and technologies relevant to security. Experience in facilitating workshops and guiding staff on IT security matters. Excited to make a real impact on this organization's security and resilience? Get in touch!
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
As the Head of Cybersecurity, you'll be leading the charge to ensure our digital assets and operations are locked down tight. With a focus on managing our client's Cybersecurity team and setting up robust protocols, you'll play a crucial role in safeguarding our organization against cyber threats. If you're ready to take on a pivotal role in shaping our security strategy and making a real impact, then this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Responsibilities: Lead and manage the team responsible for supporting the IT Security Function, ensuring seamless operations across all business activities. Establish and oversee the organization's approach to security, covering information use, cyber security, technology, personnel security, and business continuity. Set the strategic direction for security, keeping the Board and senior managers informed about security obligations, risks, and improvement plans. Actively manage corporate risks, develop relevant policies, and cultivate a strong security culture within the organization. Collaborate with other IT team leads, particularly the Infrastructure team, to ensure seamless operations and strong operational resilience. Contribute to strategic plans, ensuring security and business continuity considerations are properly addressed and resourced. Provide or monitor the provision of security services, ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, and relevant standards. Promote policies and decisions that meet the needs of stakeholders, both current and evolving. Manage team resources according to business activity, supporting the organization's IT strategy, and applying relevant IT tools. Facilitate workshops, deliver presentations at all levels, and provide guidance to staff on all aspects of IT Security. Key Skills: Strong leadership and team management abilities. Strategic thinking and decision-making skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Deep understanding of IT security principles, legislation, and standards. Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Resource management and business acumen. Proficiency in IT tools and technologies relevant to security. Experience in facilitating workshops and guiding staff on IT security matters. Excited to make a real impact on this organization's security and resilience? Get in touch!