A technology lead needs to quickly embrace and the technology development principles and standards of a complex application in such a way that it can be easily evangelized across newly to form teams. Next to that the Application Development lead needs to identify key improvement areas in technology delivery or testing so that we can iteratively increase the performance of the teams. The Lead has hands-on involvement in the delivery, like preparing the foundation/blueprint of a solution to get a smooth project bootstrap and provide technical leadership to engineering teams throughout the project life cycle. As an Application Lead at client you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and optimizing robust and scalable solutions for our clients. You will be responsible for leveraging your expertise .NET technologies both Legacy and modern looking back on 20+ years of Microsoft technologies. You will collaborate with clients, project managers, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of leading best practice. Responsibilities of an Application Lead within client include: Collaboration and Consultation: Collaborate with clients to understand their business requirements, technical constraints, and objectives. Work closely with project managers and development teams to ensure successful project delivery. Provide technical guidance and consultation to clients and project teams. Microsoft Specific Knowledge, you: Work with the Microsoft .NET Message Queues Write parsers for XML and XSLT for message translation Program in C# .NET Framework and .NET core Need to be able to work with ASP.NET WebForms, ASP.NET MVC Know how to work with Windows Communication Foundation and Windows Workflow Foundations Comfortably write MS SQL Queries Additional knowledge as a benefit, you: Do Front End development using Angular and like to integrate with a wide landscape of REST APIs Have broad experience with Git and Git tooling Know how to integrate with Java Messaging Services (JMS) Have worked with WebSphere Message Queues for Financial messaging based on ISO20022 and ISO 15022. Know how to consume SOAP Web Services Know how to work with the FIX Onyx protocol. Domain knowledge: The application lead will be working in the Financial Services domain. Knowledge of trading platforms is good addition and knowing how integrate with Swift Payment Gateways and structure Swift 15022 and 20022 messages is a great asset. Development Knowledge, it is a pre if you: Have worked with containerized clusters using Kubernetes Know how to deploy application using Chef Manage automated build pipelines using TeamCity but are also not afraid of Azure DevOps Knowledge and thinking level: Bachelor or Master with 8+ years of relevant IT experience in a complex environment is preferred but not required. Experience in the Digital Services Industry, with at least 3+ years of experience on driving software architecture design responsibility and ownership. Agile SCRUM Thorough understanding of the stakeholder landscape that the Product Owner represents and the challenges this involves. Support the evolving architecture design alongside the backlog development. Teamwork and cooperation Publicly credits others who have performed well. Encourages and empowers others, making them feel strong and important. Owns the solution design but shares the ownership across team members. Instil a positive mindset within the team, project and organization. Be a true ambassador of the organization. Communication Skills Being able to demonstrate, explain, design, and evolve the overall architecture. Be able to positively communicate changes and not putting the team under unnecessary stress. As a consultant and senior person, our actions can derail a project and influence our team members severely. It is our mandate to communicate with the right level of professionalism. Coaching Skills Lead, coach and train developers, act as a domain expert in the IT organization with helicopter view of the solution design. Facilitates the development of teams by (for example) knowledge sharing, architecture example illustration and challenging assignments. Think small and dream big together with the team.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
A technology lead needs to quickly embrace and the technology development principles and standards of a complex application in such a way that it can be easily evangelized across newly to form teams. Next to that the Application Development lead needs to identify key improvement areas in technology delivery or testing so that we can iteratively increase the performance of the teams. The Lead has hands-on involvement in the delivery, like preparing the foundation/blueprint of a solution to get a smooth project bootstrap and provide technical leadership to engineering teams throughout the project life cycle. As an Application Lead at client you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and optimizing robust and scalable solutions for our clients. You will be responsible for leveraging your expertise .NET technologies both Legacy and modern looking back on 20+ years of Microsoft technologies. You will collaborate with clients, project managers, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of leading best practice. Responsibilities of an Application Lead within client include: Collaboration and Consultation: Collaborate with clients to understand their business requirements, technical constraints, and objectives. Work closely with project managers and development teams to ensure successful project delivery. Provide technical guidance and consultation to clients and project teams. Microsoft Specific Knowledge, you: Work with the Microsoft .NET Message Queues Write parsers for XML and XSLT for message translation Program in C# .NET Framework and .NET core Need to be able to work with ASP.NET WebForms, ASP.NET MVC Know how to work with Windows Communication Foundation and Windows Workflow Foundations Comfortably write MS SQL Queries Additional knowledge as a benefit, you: Do Front End development using Angular and like to integrate with a wide landscape of REST APIs Have broad experience with Git and Git tooling Know how to integrate with Java Messaging Services (JMS) Have worked with WebSphere Message Queues for Financial messaging based on ISO20022 and ISO 15022. Know how to consume SOAP Web Services Know how to work with the FIX Onyx protocol. Domain knowledge: The application lead will be working in the Financial Services domain. Knowledge of trading platforms is good addition and knowing how integrate with Swift Payment Gateways and structure Swift 15022 and 20022 messages is a great asset. Development Knowledge, it is a pre if you: Have worked with containerized clusters using Kubernetes Know how to deploy application using Chef Manage automated build pipelines using TeamCity but are also not afraid of Azure DevOps Knowledge and thinking level: Bachelor or Master with 8+ years of relevant IT experience in a complex environment is preferred but not required. Experience in the Digital Services Industry, with at least 3+ years of experience on driving software architecture design responsibility and ownership. Agile SCRUM Thorough understanding of the stakeholder landscape that the Product Owner represents and the challenges this involves. Support the evolving architecture design alongside the backlog development. Teamwork and cooperation Publicly credits others who have performed well. Encourages and empowers others, making them feel strong and important. Owns the solution design but shares the ownership across team members. Instil a positive mindset within the team, project and organization. Be a true ambassador of the organization. Communication Skills Being able to demonstrate, explain, design, and evolve the overall architecture. Be able to positively communicate changes and not putting the team under unnecessary stress. As a consultant and senior person, our actions can derail a project and influence our team members severely. It is our mandate to communicate with the right level of professionalism. Coaching Skills Lead, coach and train developers, act as a domain expert in the IT organization with helicopter view of the solution design. Facilitates the development of teams by (for example) knowledge sharing, architecture example illustration and challenging assignments. Think small and dream big together with the team.
As a Store Leader in our Trurostore, youll lead and inspire your team to provide exceptional customer service, meet business objectives and create a working environment that helps our colleagues to develop and achieve. We want you, our customers and our colleagues to be proud theyre starting and sharing their journeys with us, whether its their first job, their first day at school, or their first birthday. What being a Store Leader is all about: Guiding and engaging your team to deliver excellent standards and results in line with the Trading plan Reviewing the trading plan with your Cluster Manager and using the scorecard to set and agree key actions and priorities that will lead to success for your store - reporting back to your team on store, cluster and area performance Creating a sense of pride within the store to ensure both colleagues and customer facilities are of a good standard, and that we are operating safely and legally Creating a culture of learning, support and recognition - spotting opportunities for development of personal skills, product knowledge and self-awareness to support our colleagues in an environment where everyone feels valued and welcome Working with Head Office to share your knowledge of the local environment to maximise local opportunities and community involvement What our Store Leadership Team would love to see: Current/recent retail (or similar) leadership experience (preferably in a fast-paced environment) with working knowledge of KPIs such as ATV and TPC Experience of proactively leading from the front, getting stuck in, and helping your team on the shop floor Flexibility of approach that will allow you to support other stores in the area when needed Ability to build strong relationships and communicate clearly and engagingly at all levels of seniority Experience of supporting employee training and development, and motivating teams adopting an engage rather than tell approach How we reward our teams: We know youll work hard to make WHSmith a success and keep our customers happy, so as well as your salary, pension scheme, holidays (Management - 33 days including bank holidays) and employee discounts (up to 50%), well reward you with a range of deals from retail partners that will help you save money and make memories, whether a delicious meal, an adventurous day out, or tickets to see the latest blockbuster. Whatever the future brings, our Employee Assistance Programme will support you with help and guidance for your wellbeing whether physical, mental or financial. About us: WH Smith has a remarkable heritage and we have occupied our place as the Hub of the High Street and in our customers hearts for 230 years. But this doesnt mean that were resting on our laurels Our stores work hard to make customer and colleague journeys in life possible, marking the milestones with cards and gifts, providing escape and education with our books, and communication and currency in our Post Office Stores. WHSmith are proud to be an inclusive employer, we want our colleagues to feel welcome, and free to be themselves with us.
Apr 30, 2024
Seasonal
As a Store Leader in our Trurostore, youll lead and inspire your team to provide exceptional customer service, meet business objectives and create a working environment that helps our colleagues to develop and achieve. We want you, our customers and our colleagues to be proud theyre starting and sharing their journeys with us, whether its their first job, their first day at school, or their first birthday. What being a Store Leader is all about: Guiding and engaging your team to deliver excellent standards and results in line with the Trading plan Reviewing the trading plan with your Cluster Manager and using the scorecard to set and agree key actions and priorities that will lead to success for your store - reporting back to your team on store, cluster and area performance Creating a sense of pride within the store to ensure both colleagues and customer facilities are of a good standard, and that we are operating safely and legally Creating a culture of learning, support and recognition - spotting opportunities for development of personal skills, product knowledge and self-awareness to support our colleagues in an environment where everyone feels valued and welcome Working with Head Office to share your knowledge of the local environment to maximise local opportunities and community involvement What our Store Leadership Team would love to see: Current/recent retail (or similar) leadership experience (preferably in a fast-paced environment) with working knowledge of KPIs such as ATV and TPC Experience of proactively leading from the front, getting stuck in, and helping your team on the shop floor Flexibility of approach that will allow you to support other stores in the area when needed Ability to build strong relationships and communicate clearly and engagingly at all levels of seniority Experience of supporting employee training and development, and motivating teams adopting an engage rather than tell approach How we reward our teams: We know youll work hard to make WHSmith a success and keep our customers happy, so as well as your salary, pension scheme, holidays (Management - 33 days including bank holidays) and employee discounts (up to 50%), well reward you with a range of deals from retail partners that will help you save money and make memories, whether a delicious meal, an adventurous day out, or tickets to see the latest blockbuster. Whatever the future brings, our Employee Assistance Programme will support you with help and guidance for your wellbeing whether physical, mental or financial. About us: WH Smith has a remarkable heritage and we have occupied our place as the Hub of the High Street and in our customers hearts for 230 years. But this doesnt mean that were resting on our laurels Our stores work hard to make customer and colleague journeys in life possible, marking the milestones with cards and gifts, providing escape and education with our books, and communication and currency in our Post Office Stores. WHSmith are proud to be an inclusive employer, we want our colleagues to feel welcome, and free to be themselves with us.
Location: Manchester, M1 3LA, United Kingdom Address: Portland Street Why wait to make your next career move? Apply now and you could be working at The Britannia Hotel Manchester and Britannia Sachas Hotel! The Britannia Manchester is a large 363-bedroom hotel that offers its own Pizzeria, 4 on-site Bars and nine conference rooms that can accommodate up to 200 people, making us the best venue for hos click apply for full job details
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Location: Manchester, M1 3LA, United Kingdom Address: Portland Street Why wait to make your next career move? Apply now and you could be working at The Britannia Hotel Manchester and Britannia Sachas Hotel! The Britannia Manchester is a large 363-bedroom hotel that offers its own Pizzeria, 4 on-site Bars and nine conference rooms that can accommodate up to 200 people, making us the best venue for hos click apply for full job details
Additional Information Maternity Cover Job Number Job Category Sales & Marketing Location London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale, Plaza Parade Maida Vale, London, England, United Kingdom VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-Time Located Remotely? N Relocation? N Position Type Management JOB SUMMARY Surrounded by legendary attractions, London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale is a stylish fixture on the Northwest London cityscape. Here, we celebrate our uniqueness. We celebrate the dreamers who make their own mark, and with good reason. We are effortlessly cool, situated just round the corner from the famous Abbey Road Studios, and our people are the heartbeat of our hotel. Turn new experiences into lasting memories at London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale. EXPLORE OUR VERY BIG WORLD We are looking for an ambitious, dedicated and proactive Director of Sales to join the wonderful team at London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale on a fixed term basis for 12 months.If you arepassionate andlooking to work with an amazing brand and the world's biggest travel company get in touch with us today! See where your journey can take you. WHAT YOU WILL DO Primary point of contact for all sales related work streams for the General Manager, Cluster Team, Owner, Group & Events Team and Area Commercial Leader Developing sales goals and strategies in alignment with the overall business strategy and being responsible for all proactive sales activities as well as supporting the reactive sales team Analyzing market and economic trends as well as competitors to continuously strengthen our position in the market Point of contact for customers, participating in sales calls to acquire new business and/or close deals, and building long-term, value-based customer relationships Developing strong partnerships and collaborations with local organizations to further increase brand/product awareness, participating in customer events, regional and national trade shows Budget planning and controlling WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR An open and proactive mind-set, flexibility and courage to embrace change and to always challenge the status quo in order to optimize processes Solution- and result-oriented approach Professional appearance and strong communication skills Leadership skills to always get the best out of the hotel operational team and to challenge and encourage each individual in the best possible way Customer-oriented approach, always focusing on the needs of the guest and the customer Knowledge of overall hotel revenue management concepts, processes and strategies Financial resource management, ability to analyze profit and loss (P&L) statements, develop operating budgets and revenue targets, forecast and plan capital expenditures Successfully completed studies with a focus on sales and events or comparable training, as well as at least 5-8 years of experience in sales and events with management responsibility WHY WORK WITH US? In addition to the benefits you would expect being part of a brand of our calibre, you will also be offered: A unique opportunity to be part of an award winning international brand where we celebrate your unique talent Part of Marriott International, the largest hospitality brand in the world- this means national and internal promotion opportunities for the right candidates. The sky is your limit here World class training and development programmes tailored to enhancing your skills and help you grow within the Marriott family. Work alongside some amazing talent- award winning, experienced hospitality professionals Discounted room nights, meals, and spa access-because your well being means so much Access to fabulous and flexible benefits to help you in and out of work- including health and life assurance Access to major high street discounts so you can treat your friends and family as required Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer.We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture.We are committed to non-discrimination onanyprotectedbasis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you. JW Marriottis part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you're happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand's namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you'll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That's The JW Treatment. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, beginyour purpose,belongto an amazing globalteam, andbecomethe best version of you.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Additional Information Maternity Cover Job Number Job Category Sales & Marketing Location London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale, Plaza Parade Maida Vale, London, England, United Kingdom VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-Time Located Remotely? N Relocation? N Position Type Management JOB SUMMARY Surrounded by legendary attractions, London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale is a stylish fixture on the Northwest London cityscape. Here, we celebrate our uniqueness. We celebrate the dreamers who make their own mark, and with good reason. We are effortlessly cool, situated just round the corner from the famous Abbey Road Studios, and our people are the heartbeat of our hotel. Turn new experiences into lasting memories at London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale. EXPLORE OUR VERY BIG WORLD We are looking for an ambitious, dedicated and proactive Director of Sales to join the wonderful team at London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale on a fixed term basis for 12 months.If you arepassionate andlooking to work with an amazing brand and the world's biggest travel company get in touch with us today! See where your journey can take you. WHAT YOU WILL DO Primary point of contact for all sales related work streams for the General Manager, Cluster Team, Owner, Group & Events Team and Area Commercial Leader Developing sales goals and strategies in alignment with the overall business strategy and being responsible for all proactive sales activities as well as supporting the reactive sales team Analyzing market and economic trends as well as competitors to continuously strengthen our position in the market Point of contact for customers, participating in sales calls to acquire new business and/or close deals, and building long-term, value-based customer relationships Developing strong partnerships and collaborations with local organizations to further increase brand/product awareness, participating in customer events, regional and national trade shows Budget planning and controlling WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR An open and proactive mind-set, flexibility and courage to embrace change and to always challenge the status quo in order to optimize processes Solution- and result-oriented approach Professional appearance and strong communication skills Leadership skills to always get the best out of the hotel operational team and to challenge and encourage each individual in the best possible way Customer-oriented approach, always focusing on the needs of the guest and the customer Knowledge of overall hotel revenue management concepts, processes and strategies Financial resource management, ability to analyze profit and loss (P&L) statements, develop operating budgets and revenue targets, forecast and plan capital expenditures Successfully completed studies with a focus on sales and events or comparable training, as well as at least 5-8 years of experience in sales and events with management responsibility WHY WORK WITH US? In addition to the benefits you would expect being part of a brand of our calibre, you will also be offered: A unique opportunity to be part of an award winning international brand where we celebrate your unique talent Part of Marriott International, the largest hospitality brand in the world- this means national and internal promotion opportunities for the right candidates. The sky is your limit here World class training and development programmes tailored to enhancing your skills and help you grow within the Marriott family. Work alongside some amazing talent- award winning, experienced hospitality professionals Discounted room nights, meals, and spa access-because your well being means so much Access to fabulous and flexible benefits to help you in and out of work- including health and life assurance Access to major high street discounts so you can treat your friends and family as required Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer.We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture.We are committed to non-discrimination onanyprotectedbasis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you. JW Marriottis part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you're happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand's namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you'll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That's The JW Treatment. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, beginyour purpose,belongto an amazing globalteam, andbecomethe best version of you.
An opportunity has arisen for a 12 month Fixed Term Contract within the P&O Ferries Port HSS team to cover maternity leave. The role will support the Irish Seas Ports assisting with the HSS (Health, Safety, Security) strategy and ensure that the highest standards of health and safety, security and management are maintained at all times click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2024
Contractor
An opportunity has arisen for a 12 month Fixed Term Contract within the P&O Ferries Port HSS team to cover maternity leave. The role will support the Irish Seas Ports assisting with the HSS (Health, Safety, Security) strategy and ensure that the highest standards of health and safety, security and management are maintained at all times click apply for full job details
Site Reliability Engineer (SRE DevOps Infrastructure AWS Python Java Go JavaScript Big Data Lake Data Mesh Kubernetes Terraform Finance Trading Glue Athena Dremio Iceberg Snowflake DBT Arrow gRPC protobuf Airflow Ignite Asset Manager Investment Management Financial Services Hedge Fund) required by our asset management client in London. You MUST have the following: Strong experience as an SRE/Site Reliability Engineer Excellent AWS Kubernetes clustering Good Python, JavaScript, Java or Go Terraform SRE experience in an enterprise scale environment The following is DESIRABLE, not essential: SRE for big data Glue, Athena, Dremio, Iceberg, Snowflake, DBT, Arrow, gRPC, protobuf, Airflow, Ignite Graffana, Prometheus Role: Site Reliability Engineer (SRE DevOps Infrastructure AWS Python Java Go JavaScript Big Data Lake Data Mesh Kubernetes Terraform Finance Trading Glue Athena Dremio Iceberg Snowflake DBT Arrow gRPC protobuf Airflow Ignite Asset Manager Investment Management Financial Services Hedge Fund) required by our asset management client in London. You will join a team 6 data engineers who are responsible for core engineering of a big data environment on AWS. You will be the first SRE within the team and responsible for pipeline optimisation, the production environment, establishing ground rules for this team and the department from an SRE standpoint and improving overall resiliency of the suite in production. The ideal candidate will have worked as an SRE in a big data environment. AWS is imperative. You will have the ability to script- Python, Java or JavaScript would be ideal. Terraform and clustered Kubernetes are essential. An understanding of, or exposure to, the following would also be very desirable: Glue, Athena, Dremio, Iceberg, Snowflake, DBT, Arrow, gRPC, protobuf, Airflow, Ignite. This role can be remote as long as you are in the UK. There is no expectation to be regularly in the office. Salary: £75-100k + 15% guaranteed bonus + 10% pension
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Site Reliability Engineer (SRE DevOps Infrastructure AWS Python Java Go JavaScript Big Data Lake Data Mesh Kubernetes Terraform Finance Trading Glue Athena Dremio Iceberg Snowflake DBT Arrow gRPC protobuf Airflow Ignite Asset Manager Investment Management Financial Services Hedge Fund) required by our asset management client in London. You MUST have the following: Strong experience as an SRE/Site Reliability Engineer Excellent AWS Kubernetes clustering Good Python, JavaScript, Java or Go Terraform SRE experience in an enterprise scale environment The following is DESIRABLE, not essential: SRE for big data Glue, Athena, Dremio, Iceberg, Snowflake, DBT, Arrow, gRPC, protobuf, Airflow, Ignite Graffana, Prometheus Role: Site Reliability Engineer (SRE DevOps Infrastructure AWS Python Java Go JavaScript Big Data Lake Data Mesh Kubernetes Terraform Finance Trading Glue Athena Dremio Iceberg Snowflake DBT Arrow gRPC protobuf Airflow Ignite Asset Manager Investment Management Financial Services Hedge Fund) required by our asset management client in London. You will join a team 6 data engineers who are responsible for core engineering of a big data environment on AWS. You will be the first SRE within the team and responsible for pipeline optimisation, the production environment, establishing ground rules for this team and the department from an SRE standpoint and improving overall resiliency of the suite in production. The ideal candidate will have worked as an SRE in a big data environment. AWS is imperative. You will have the ability to script- Python, Java or JavaScript would be ideal. Terraform and clustered Kubernetes are essential. An understanding of, or exposure to, the following would also be very desirable: Glue, Athena, Dremio, Iceberg, Snowflake, DBT, Arrow, gRPC, protobuf, Airflow, Ignite. This role can be remote as long as you are in the UK. There is no expectation to be regularly in the office. Salary: £75-100k + 15% guaranteed bonus + 10% pension
REMOTE Site Reliability Engineer (SRE DevOps Infrastructure AWS Python Java Go JavaScript Big Data Lake Data Mesh Kubernetes Terraform Finance Trading Glue Athena Dremio Iceberg Snowflake DBT Arrow gRPC protobuf Airflow Ignite Asset Manager Investment Management Financial Services Hedge Fund DevOps) required by our asset management client in London. You MUST have the following: Strong experience as an SRE/Site Reliability Engineer Excellent AWS Kubernetes clustering Good Python, JavaScript, Java or Go Terraform SRE experience in an enterprise scale environment The following is DESIRABLE, not essential: SRE for big data Glue, Athena, Dremio, Iceberg, Snowflake, DBT, Arrow, gRPC, protobuf, Airflow, Ignite Graffana, Prometheus Role: REMOTE Site Reliability Engineer (SRE DevOps Infrastructure AWS Python Java Go JavaScript Big Data Lake Data Mesh Kubernetes Terraform Finance Trading Glue Athena Dremio Iceberg Snowflake DBT Arrow gRPC protobuf Airflow Ignite Asset Manager Investment Management Financial Services Hedge Fund DevOps) required by our asset management client in London. You will join a team 6 data engineers who are responsible for core engineering of a big data environment on AWS. You will be the first SRE within the team and responsible for pipeline optimisation, the production environment, establishing ground rules for this team and the department from an SRE standpoint and improving overall resiliency of the suite in production. The ideal candidate will have worked as an SRE in a big data environment. AWS is imperative. You will have the ability to script- Python, Java or JavaScript would be ideal. Terraform and clustered Kubernetes are essential. An understanding of, or exposure to, the following would also be very desirable: Glue, Athena, Dremio, Iceberg, Snowflake, DBT, Arrow, gRPC, protobuf, Airflow, Ignite. This role can be remote as long as you are in the UK. There is no expectation to be regularly in the office. Salary: £75-100k + 15% guaranteed bonus + 10% pension
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
REMOTE Site Reliability Engineer (SRE DevOps Infrastructure AWS Python Java Go JavaScript Big Data Lake Data Mesh Kubernetes Terraform Finance Trading Glue Athena Dremio Iceberg Snowflake DBT Arrow gRPC protobuf Airflow Ignite Asset Manager Investment Management Financial Services Hedge Fund DevOps) required by our asset management client in London. You MUST have the following: Strong experience as an SRE/Site Reliability Engineer Excellent AWS Kubernetes clustering Good Python, JavaScript, Java or Go Terraform SRE experience in an enterprise scale environment The following is DESIRABLE, not essential: SRE for big data Glue, Athena, Dremio, Iceberg, Snowflake, DBT, Arrow, gRPC, protobuf, Airflow, Ignite Graffana, Prometheus Role: REMOTE Site Reliability Engineer (SRE DevOps Infrastructure AWS Python Java Go JavaScript Big Data Lake Data Mesh Kubernetes Terraform Finance Trading Glue Athena Dremio Iceberg Snowflake DBT Arrow gRPC protobuf Airflow Ignite Asset Manager Investment Management Financial Services Hedge Fund DevOps) required by our asset management client in London. You will join a team 6 data engineers who are responsible for core engineering of a big data environment on AWS. You will be the first SRE within the team and responsible for pipeline optimisation, the production environment, establishing ground rules for this team and the department from an SRE standpoint and improving overall resiliency of the suite in production. The ideal candidate will have worked as an SRE in a big data environment. AWS is imperative. You will have the ability to script- Python, Java or JavaScript would be ideal. Terraform and clustered Kubernetes are essential. An understanding of, or exposure to, the following would also be very desirable: Glue, Athena, Dremio, Iceberg, Snowflake, DBT, Arrow, gRPC, protobuf, Airflow, Ignite. This role can be remote as long as you are in the UK. There is no expectation to be regularly in the office. Salary: £75-100k + 15% guaranteed bonus + 10% pension
REMOTE Site Reliability Engineer (SRE DevOps Infrastructure AWS Python Java Go JavaScript Big Data Lake Data Mesh Kubernetes Terraform Finance Trading Glue Athena Dremio Iceberg Snowflake DBT Arrow gRPC protobuf Airflow Ignite Asset Manager Investment Management Financial Services Hedge Fund DevOps) required by our asset management client in London. You MUST have the following: Strong experience as an SRE/Site Reliability Engineer Excellent AWS Kubernetes clustering Good Python, JavaScript, Java or Go Terraform SRE experience in an enterprise scale environment The following is DESIRABLE, not essential: SRE for big data Glue, Athena, Dremio, Iceberg, Snowflake, DBT, Arrow, gRPC, protobuf, Airflow, Ignite Graffana, Prometheus Role: REMOTE Site Reliability Engineer (SRE DevOps Infrastructure AWS Python Java Go JavaScript Big Data Lake Data Mesh Kubernetes Terraform Finance Trading Glue Athena Dremio Iceberg Snowflake DBT Arrow gRPC protobuf Airflow Ignite Asset Manager Investment Management Financial Services Hedge Fund DevOps) required by our asset management client in London. You will join a team 6 data engineers who are responsible for core engineering of a big data environment on AWS. You will be the first SRE within the team and responsible for pipeline optimisation, the production environment, establishing ground rules for this team and the department from an SRE standpoint and improving overall resiliency of the suite in production. The ideal candidate will have worked as an SRE in a big data environment. AWS is imperative. You will have the ability to script- Python, Java or JavaScript would be ideal. Terraform and clustered Kubernetes are essential. An understanding of, or exposure to, the following would also be very desirable: Glue, Athena, Dremio, Iceberg, Snowflake, DBT, Arrow, gRPC, protobuf, Airflow, Ignite. This role can be remote as long as you are in the UK. There is no expectation to be regularly in the office. Salary: £100-125k + 15% guaranteed bonus + 10% pension
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
REMOTE Site Reliability Engineer (SRE DevOps Infrastructure AWS Python Java Go JavaScript Big Data Lake Data Mesh Kubernetes Terraform Finance Trading Glue Athena Dremio Iceberg Snowflake DBT Arrow gRPC protobuf Airflow Ignite Asset Manager Investment Management Financial Services Hedge Fund DevOps) required by our asset management client in London. You MUST have the following: Strong experience as an SRE/Site Reliability Engineer Excellent AWS Kubernetes clustering Good Python, JavaScript, Java or Go Terraform SRE experience in an enterprise scale environment The following is DESIRABLE, not essential: SRE for big data Glue, Athena, Dremio, Iceberg, Snowflake, DBT, Arrow, gRPC, protobuf, Airflow, Ignite Graffana, Prometheus Role: REMOTE Site Reliability Engineer (SRE DevOps Infrastructure AWS Python Java Go JavaScript Big Data Lake Data Mesh Kubernetes Terraform Finance Trading Glue Athena Dremio Iceberg Snowflake DBT Arrow gRPC protobuf Airflow Ignite Asset Manager Investment Management Financial Services Hedge Fund DevOps) required by our asset management client in London. You will join a team 6 data engineers who are responsible for core engineering of a big data environment on AWS. You will be the first SRE within the team and responsible for pipeline optimisation, the production environment, establishing ground rules for this team and the department from an SRE standpoint and improving overall resiliency of the suite in production. The ideal candidate will have worked as an SRE in a big data environment. AWS is imperative. You will have the ability to script- Python, Java or JavaScript would be ideal. Terraform and clustered Kubernetes are essential. An understanding of, or exposure to, the following would also be very desirable: Glue, Athena, Dremio, Iceberg, Snowflake, DBT, Arrow, gRPC, protobuf, Airflow, Ignite. This role can be remote as long as you are in the UK. There is no expectation to be regularly in the office. Salary: £100-125k + 15% guaranteed bonus + 10% pension
We're looking for an experienced Head of Revenue to join our Revenue Management team at Ennismore and play a crucial part in developing the commercial strategy of The Hoxton in the UK & Ireland! Reporting into the Regional Director of Revenue, you'll take ownership for the revenue strategy of several key properties within the region to maximize room revenue through the management of room inventory, pricing, market segmentation, and channel mix, in addition to assisting on a wide range of projects, like system builds, opening strategy, and property level trainings. You will act as reference within the team on all things Revenue management and deputise for the Regional Director whenever necessary. The UK Revenue cluster for The Hoxton comprises 5 unique properties (4 in London and 1 in Edinburgh), with a total of 1,073 bedrooms, 8 concept restaurants and 5 Apartments (our unique meetings & events concept). Opening in Summer 2024, The Hoxton Edinburgh will be our first hotel in the Scottish capital, followed by another exciting opening in Dublin in late 2024. Job Description What's in it for you A competitive salary and eligibility to participate in our annual discretionary bonus scheme. 25 days holiday (and bank holidays),pension, private medicaland life insurance. A health cash plan to claim money back and get access to lots of ways to support your physical & mental wellbeing. It's ok not to be Ok, we have a confidential hotline for any support you require about anything and a network of mental health first aiders. Treat yourself once in a while with lots of retail & hospitality perks through our partners. Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you first start with us. Goes without saying, but we'll feed you when on site. Excellent discounts across the Ennismore family for you and your nearest and dearest (even if you decide to leave us!) Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands. Training to get you settled into your role, learning academies to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make and thrive at work. Extra time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities. Regular team get togethers, from our team drinks to our (pretty special!) bi-annual parties - we know how to have a good time! An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact. What you'll do With the support of the Regional Director of Revenue, you will take ownership for the revenue strategies of your assigned properties. You will develop and implement strategic commercial plans, together with the General Manager & Director of Sales, to drive and grow revenue across all segments, constantly monitoring results and adjusting strategies and activities to make sure objectives and targets are being met. Effectively incorporate the revenue management philosophy of exceeding our fair share from three key perspectives, Mind Share, Market Share, Channel Share, in all aspects of revenue management, sales, marketing, and operations. Chair the weekly Revenue Meeting for your assigned property(ies) to collaborate on revenue management, sales, and marketing strategy with the hotel and support teams. Ensure to understand the impact of decisions on operations and profitability. Support additional hotels within your assigned region with revenue/sales/marketing processes, systems management, pricing, strategy, and reporting. Regularly collaborate with General Manager and Sales, Brand and Digital teams on high level strategy decisions across market segments and distribution channels. Ensure that our current systems and processes meet group requirements and are adjusted appropriately to support the business. Responsible for weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc data analysis and reporting. Identify and report on actions taken with regards to important trends (i.e. pace, group pace, booking window, booking channel, etc.). Responsible for achieving room revenue goals (budget, RevPAR Index etc.) with a focus on profitability. Prepare annual hotel revenue budget and maintain ongoing results analysis. Prepare monthly forecasts with a daily breakdown of occupancy/rate and market segment mix along with ongoing results analysis. Monitor competitors' products and revenue management practices. Also monitor new hotel development and local market demand generators. Maintain strong relationships with third-party partners including OTA market managers. Oversee channel management including rate loading and inventory management. Responsible for the continued usage and maintenance of the Revenue Management System. Responsible for forecast validation and daily interaction with system and the decisions produced, configuration and maintenance tasks related to the system. What we're looking for You must be technically skilled with a strong understanding of systems and hotel operations. Opera Cloud or V5, IDeaS G3 RMS, and Travelclick CRS experience is preferred. Previous experience as a Revenue Manager in a hotel or cluster environment is required. London experience is preferred. You take ownership, solve problems, and make effective decisions. You are a quick learner, have a growth mindset and are up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once. You are methodical and have a process-driven approach to tasks but are also flexible and calm especially in times of tight deadlines. You're looking for a place where you can be you: no clones in suits for us. Just like us, you leave your ego at the door and help get things done. You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other, and has fun along the way. You are fluent in English. If you speak another language even better but not required. 1. First name 2. Last name 3. Email 4. Phone 6. Are you eligible to work in the country you are applying for? Select an option 7. What is your salary expectation for this role? 9. Resume . We accept .pdf, .doc, and .docx formats. these questions are a must By clicking submit, I consent to the collection of my data in accordance to Ennismore's privacy policy . If you are a California employee and are interested in learning more about our California Employee Privacy Policy, click here .
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
We're looking for an experienced Head of Revenue to join our Revenue Management team at Ennismore and play a crucial part in developing the commercial strategy of The Hoxton in the UK & Ireland! Reporting into the Regional Director of Revenue, you'll take ownership for the revenue strategy of several key properties within the region to maximize room revenue through the management of room inventory, pricing, market segmentation, and channel mix, in addition to assisting on a wide range of projects, like system builds, opening strategy, and property level trainings. You will act as reference within the team on all things Revenue management and deputise for the Regional Director whenever necessary. The UK Revenue cluster for The Hoxton comprises 5 unique properties (4 in London and 1 in Edinburgh), with a total of 1,073 bedrooms, 8 concept restaurants and 5 Apartments (our unique meetings & events concept). Opening in Summer 2024, The Hoxton Edinburgh will be our first hotel in the Scottish capital, followed by another exciting opening in Dublin in late 2024. Job Description What's in it for you A competitive salary and eligibility to participate in our annual discretionary bonus scheme. 25 days holiday (and bank holidays),pension, private medicaland life insurance. A health cash plan to claim money back and get access to lots of ways to support your physical & mental wellbeing. It's ok not to be Ok, we have a confidential hotline for any support you require about anything and a network of mental health first aiders. Treat yourself once in a while with lots of retail & hospitality perks through our partners. Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you first start with us. Goes without saying, but we'll feed you when on site. Excellent discounts across the Ennismore family for you and your nearest and dearest (even if you decide to leave us!) Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands. Training to get you settled into your role, learning academies to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make and thrive at work. Extra time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities. Regular team get togethers, from our team drinks to our (pretty special!) bi-annual parties - we know how to have a good time! An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact. What you'll do With the support of the Regional Director of Revenue, you will take ownership for the revenue strategies of your assigned properties. You will develop and implement strategic commercial plans, together with the General Manager & Director of Sales, to drive and grow revenue across all segments, constantly monitoring results and adjusting strategies and activities to make sure objectives and targets are being met. Effectively incorporate the revenue management philosophy of exceeding our fair share from three key perspectives, Mind Share, Market Share, Channel Share, in all aspects of revenue management, sales, marketing, and operations. Chair the weekly Revenue Meeting for your assigned property(ies) to collaborate on revenue management, sales, and marketing strategy with the hotel and support teams. Ensure to understand the impact of decisions on operations and profitability. Support additional hotels within your assigned region with revenue/sales/marketing processes, systems management, pricing, strategy, and reporting. Regularly collaborate with General Manager and Sales, Brand and Digital teams on high level strategy decisions across market segments and distribution channels. Ensure that our current systems and processes meet group requirements and are adjusted appropriately to support the business. Responsible for weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc data analysis and reporting. Identify and report on actions taken with regards to important trends (i.e. pace, group pace, booking window, booking channel, etc.). Responsible for achieving room revenue goals (budget, RevPAR Index etc.) with a focus on profitability. Prepare annual hotel revenue budget and maintain ongoing results analysis. Prepare monthly forecasts with a daily breakdown of occupancy/rate and market segment mix along with ongoing results analysis. Monitor competitors' products and revenue management practices. Also monitor new hotel development and local market demand generators. Maintain strong relationships with third-party partners including OTA market managers. Oversee channel management including rate loading and inventory management. Responsible for the continued usage and maintenance of the Revenue Management System. Responsible for forecast validation and daily interaction with system and the decisions produced, configuration and maintenance tasks related to the system. What we're looking for You must be technically skilled with a strong understanding of systems and hotel operations. Opera Cloud or V5, IDeaS G3 RMS, and Travelclick CRS experience is preferred. Previous experience as a Revenue Manager in a hotel or cluster environment is required. London experience is preferred. You take ownership, solve problems, and make effective decisions. You are a quick learner, have a growth mindset and are up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once. You are methodical and have a process-driven approach to tasks but are also flexible and calm especially in times of tight deadlines. You're looking for a place where you can be you: no clones in suits for us. Just like us, you leave your ego at the door and help get things done. You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other, and has fun along the way. You are fluent in English. If you speak another language even better but not required. 1. First name 2. Last name 3. Email 4. Phone 6. Are you eligible to work in the country you are applying for? Select an option 7. What is your salary expectation for this role? 9. Resume . We accept .pdf, .doc, and .docx formats. these questions are a must By clicking submit, I consent to the collection of my data in accordance to Ennismore's privacy policy . If you are a California employee and are interested in learning more about our California Employee Privacy Policy, click here .
Job title: Pricing Manager Locations: Haywards Heath / Manchester (on a hybrid working model) Role Overview Markerstudy Group is looking for a Pricing Manager to join a quickly growing and developing pricing department covering a range of insurance lines. Markerstudy is a leading provider of private insurance in the UK, insuring around 5% of the private cars on the UK roads, 20% of commercial vehicles and over 30% of motorcycles in total premium levels of circa £1.2b. The majority of business is written as the insurance pricing provider behind household names such as Co-op, Sainsbury's, O2, Halifax, AA, Saga and Lloyds Bank to list a few and Markerstudy also has a large and growing direct presence in the market as well. Having acquired and successfully integrated Co-op Insurance Services in 2021 & BGLi in 2022, Markerstudy are now pursuing innovative pricing techniques, taking advantage of an award-winning insurer hosted rating platform, whilst challenging existing embedded processes. As a Pricing Manager, you will be responsible for the pricing of multiple motor and home products, including the following core activities: Maintaining and improving behavioural models, prioritising a range of data science techniques. Advance the adoption of data science & statistical techniques. Develop reporting structures to monitor pricing performance in an automated fashion. Develop innovative solutions to improve rating accuracy/efficiency. Working closely with the wider pricing department and underwriting teams, your insight and recommendations will enable improvements to products and prices giving Markerstudy a critical advantage in the increasingly competitive insurance market. Key Responsibilities: Maintain and improve the pricing process to meet business requirements, including; Development of market leading behavioural modelling using a combination of traditional & data science techniques Improve sophistication within the optimisation of Markerstudy's direct brands Support delivery of pricing & underwriting business plan across Motor & Home portfolios Support development of new product offerings Advance the adoption of the latest data science & statistical techniques across pricing & underwriting Research and leverage new and existing data sources; capturing and explaining trends with innovative data features Clearly communicate results and proposed actions to key decision makers across the business Champion and facilitate automation of reporting, data pipelines and quality assurance Manage, coach and mentor team members, driving a culture of development and excellence across the team Collaborate with peers in pricing, underwriting and data science Key Skills and Experience: Experience managing general insurance products and/or pricing teams, including knowledge of current trends and issues in motor or home pricing Experience with some of the following predictive modelling techniques; Logistic Regression, GBMs, Elastic Net GLMs, GAMs, Decision Trees, Random Forests, Neural Nets and Clustering. Knowledge of the technical differences between different packages for some of these model types would be an advantage. Experience in statistical and data science programming languages (e.g. R, Python, PySpark, SAS, SQL) A good quantitative degree (Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science) Experience of WTW's Radar software is preferred Proficient at communicating results in a concise manner both verbally and written Behaviours: Good communication and people management skills Self-motivated with a drive to learn and develop Logical thinker with a professional and positive attitude Passion to innovate, improve processes and challenge the norm Personality and a sense of humour
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Job title: Pricing Manager Locations: Haywards Heath / Manchester (on a hybrid working model) Role Overview Markerstudy Group is looking for a Pricing Manager to join a quickly growing and developing pricing department covering a range of insurance lines. Markerstudy is a leading provider of private insurance in the UK, insuring around 5% of the private cars on the UK roads, 20% of commercial vehicles and over 30% of motorcycles in total premium levels of circa £1.2b. The majority of business is written as the insurance pricing provider behind household names such as Co-op, Sainsbury's, O2, Halifax, AA, Saga and Lloyds Bank to list a few and Markerstudy also has a large and growing direct presence in the market as well. Having acquired and successfully integrated Co-op Insurance Services in 2021 & BGLi in 2022, Markerstudy are now pursuing innovative pricing techniques, taking advantage of an award-winning insurer hosted rating platform, whilst challenging existing embedded processes. As a Pricing Manager, you will be responsible for the pricing of multiple motor and home products, including the following core activities: Maintaining and improving behavioural models, prioritising a range of data science techniques. Advance the adoption of data science & statistical techniques. Develop reporting structures to monitor pricing performance in an automated fashion. Develop innovative solutions to improve rating accuracy/efficiency. Working closely with the wider pricing department and underwriting teams, your insight and recommendations will enable improvements to products and prices giving Markerstudy a critical advantage in the increasingly competitive insurance market. Key Responsibilities: Maintain and improve the pricing process to meet business requirements, including; Development of market leading behavioural modelling using a combination of traditional & data science techniques Improve sophistication within the optimisation of Markerstudy's direct brands Support delivery of pricing & underwriting business plan across Motor & Home portfolios Support development of new product offerings Advance the adoption of the latest data science & statistical techniques across pricing & underwriting Research and leverage new and existing data sources; capturing and explaining trends with innovative data features Clearly communicate results and proposed actions to key decision makers across the business Champion and facilitate automation of reporting, data pipelines and quality assurance Manage, coach and mentor team members, driving a culture of development and excellence across the team Collaborate with peers in pricing, underwriting and data science Key Skills and Experience: Experience managing general insurance products and/or pricing teams, including knowledge of current trends and issues in motor or home pricing Experience with some of the following predictive modelling techniques; Logistic Regression, GBMs, Elastic Net GLMs, GAMs, Decision Trees, Random Forests, Neural Nets and Clustering. Knowledge of the technical differences between different packages for some of these model types would be an advantage. Experience in statistical and data science programming languages (e.g. R, Python, PySpark, SAS, SQL) A good quantitative degree (Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science) Experience of WTW's Radar software is preferred Proficient at communicating results in a concise manner both verbally and written Behaviours: Good communication and people management skills Self-motivated with a drive to learn and develop Logical thinker with a professional and positive attitude Passion to innovate, improve processes and challenge the norm Personality and a sense of humour
Why Greencore? We're a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and our purpose is to make every day taste better. We're a vibrant, fast-paced leading food manufacturer. Employing around 13,600 colleagues across 16 manufacturing units and 17 distribution depots across the UK. We supply all the UK's food retailers with everything from Sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals, and in FY23, we generated revenues of £1.9bn. Our vast direct-to-store (DTS) distribution network, comprising of 17 depots nationwide, enables us to make over 10,400 daily deliveries of our own chilled and frozen produce and that of third parties. What You'll Be Doing We are currently looking for an Engineering Programme Manager who will be responsible for leading engineering projects across our Boston, Spalding and Wisbech sites. Our Boston and Spalding sites produce ready to eat and bulk salad products and our Wisbech site is responsible for manufacturing premium chilled ready to cook meals. As the Engineering Programme Manager, you will have two Engineering Project Managers reporting directly to you, responsible for delivery on-site and you will be managing the budget across all three sites, overseeing 40+ projects of varying sizes. Your other responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Apply governance across the cluster capital programme ensuring that the Capital management process is understood, deployed, and executed in line with the businesses Capital management policy Partnering with the Site General Manager's and Operations Director to raise the cluster capital plan and then monitor and control capital investment spending to ensure cash flow is both aligned with agreed budgets and appropriately distributed across the life cycle of the project Oversee the delivery of multi-site or large strategic projects to ensure the delivery of agreed return on the capital investment objectives Proactively manage end-to-end project or change implementation within well-defined timelines and budgets, covering all facets of implementation, ensuring that project objectives are achieved What We're Looking For As our Engineering Programme Manager, you will be confident managing a team and will be able to draw on your experience of overseeing multiple sites whilst also being comfortable in a hands-on capacity. You will also have: Previous evidence of performing highly complex work activities covering engineering, technical, financial, health, safety, and quality aspects A subject matter expert to advise the group (Mech, Elec, Civil, Automation, CDM, DSEAR ect) An understanding of relevant technologies and practices in an FMCG environment Ability to communicate effectively at all levels to both technical and non-technical audiences Demonstrable experience of working with a robust project and programme methodology/best practice Experience with a recognised project delivery method such as PMI/PRINCE2 Familiarity with technologies: Data Centre Hosting, Managed Infrastructure Services, ERP Implementation, BI Implementation to look for alignment and efficiencies with local manufacturing requirements What You'll Get In Return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Pension up to 8% matched Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Why Greencore? We're a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and our purpose is to make every day taste better. We're a vibrant, fast-paced leading food manufacturer. Employing around 13,600 colleagues across 16 manufacturing units and 17 distribution depots across the UK. We supply all the UK's food retailers with everything from Sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals, and in FY23, we generated revenues of £1.9bn. Our vast direct-to-store (DTS) distribution network, comprising of 17 depots nationwide, enables us to make over 10,400 daily deliveries of our own chilled and frozen produce and that of third parties. What You'll Be Doing We are currently looking for an Engineering Programme Manager who will be responsible for leading engineering projects across our Boston, Spalding and Wisbech sites. Our Boston and Spalding sites produce ready to eat and bulk salad products and our Wisbech site is responsible for manufacturing premium chilled ready to cook meals. As the Engineering Programme Manager, you will have two Engineering Project Managers reporting directly to you, responsible for delivery on-site and you will be managing the budget across all three sites, overseeing 40+ projects of varying sizes. Your other responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Apply governance across the cluster capital programme ensuring that the Capital management process is understood, deployed, and executed in line with the businesses Capital management policy Partnering with the Site General Manager's and Operations Director to raise the cluster capital plan and then monitor and control capital investment spending to ensure cash flow is both aligned with agreed budgets and appropriately distributed across the life cycle of the project Oversee the delivery of multi-site or large strategic projects to ensure the delivery of agreed return on the capital investment objectives Proactively manage end-to-end project or change implementation within well-defined timelines and budgets, covering all facets of implementation, ensuring that project objectives are achieved What We're Looking For As our Engineering Programme Manager, you will be confident managing a team and will be able to draw on your experience of overseeing multiple sites whilst also being comfortable in a hands-on capacity. You will also have: Previous evidence of performing highly complex work activities covering engineering, technical, financial, health, safety, and quality aspects A subject matter expert to advise the group (Mech, Elec, Civil, Automation, CDM, DSEAR ect) An understanding of relevant technologies and practices in an FMCG environment Ability to communicate effectively at all levels to both technical and non-technical audiences Demonstrable experience of working with a robust project and programme methodology/best practice Experience with a recognised project delivery method such as PMI/PRINCE2 Familiarity with technologies: Data Centre Hosting, Managed Infrastructure Services, ERP Implementation, BI Implementation to look for alignment and efficiencies with local manufacturing requirements What You'll Get In Return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Pension up to 8% matched Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career.
Additional Information Maternity Cover Job Number Job Category Sales & Marketing Location London Marriott Hotel Kensington, 147c Cromwell Road, London, England, United Kingdom VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-Time Located Remotely? N Relocation? N Position Type Management JOB SUMMARY At the 4 star London Marriott Hotel Kensington, ideally located near London's best-known landmarks, we stand out from the crowd. We relentlessly pursue our craft. We support one another, strive for excellence and advance our expertise. We are versatile. Situated within a soaring, seven-story atrium, we are empowered to stay in control and soar above it all. EXPLORE OUR VERY BIG WORLD We are looking for an ambitious, dedicated and proactive Director of Sales to join the wonderful team at London Marriott Hotel Kensington on a fixed term basis for 12 months. If you are passionate and looking to work with an amazing brand and the world's biggest travel company get in touch with us today! See where your journey can take you. WHAT YOU WILL DO Primary point of contact for all sales related work streams for the General Manager, Cluster Team, Owner, Group & Events Team and Area Commercial Leader Developing sales goals and strategies in alignment with the overall business strategy and being responsible for all proactive sales activities as well as supporting the reactive sales team Analyzing market and economic trends as well as competitors to continuously strengthen our position in the market Point of contact for customers, participating in sales calls to acquire new business and/or close deals, and building long-term, value-based customer relationships Developing strong partnerships and collaborations with local organizations to further increase brand/product awareness, participating in customer events, regional and national trade shows Budget planning and controlling WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR An open and proactive mind-set, flexibility and courage to embrace change and to always challenge the status quo in order to optimize processes Solution- and result-oriented approach Professional appearance and strong communication skills Leadership skills to always get the best out of the hotel operational team and to challenge and encourage each individual in the best possible way Customer-oriented approach, always focusing on the needs of the guest and the customer Knowledge of overall hotel revenue management concepts, processes and strategies Financial resource management, ability to analyze profit and loss (P&L) statements, develop operating budgets and revenue targets, forecast and plan capital expenditures Successfully completed studies with a focus on sales and events or comparable training, as well as at least 5-8 years of experience in sales and events with management responsibility WHY WORK WITH US? In addition to the benefits you would expect being part of a brand of our calibre, you will also be offered: A unique opportunity to be part of an award winning international brand where we celebrate your unique talent Part of Marriott International, the largest hospitality brand in the world- this means national and internal promotion opportunities for the right candidates. The sky is your limit here World class training and development programmes tailored to enhancing your skills and help you grow within the Marriott family. Work alongside some amazing talent- award winning, experienced hospitality professionals Discounted room nights, meals, and spa access-because your well being means so much Access to fabulous and flexible benefits to help you in and out of work- including health and life assurance Access to major high street discounts so you can treat your friends and family as required Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you. JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you're happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand's namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you'll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That's The JW Treatment. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Additional Information Maternity Cover Job Number Job Category Sales & Marketing Location London Marriott Hotel Kensington, 147c Cromwell Road, London, England, United Kingdom VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-Time Located Remotely? N Relocation? N Position Type Management JOB SUMMARY At the 4 star London Marriott Hotel Kensington, ideally located near London's best-known landmarks, we stand out from the crowd. We relentlessly pursue our craft. We support one another, strive for excellence and advance our expertise. We are versatile. Situated within a soaring, seven-story atrium, we are empowered to stay in control and soar above it all. EXPLORE OUR VERY BIG WORLD We are looking for an ambitious, dedicated and proactive Director of Sales to join the wonderful team at London Marriott Hotel Kensington on a fixed term basis for 12 months. If you are passionate and looking to work with an amazing brand and the world's biggest travel company get in touch with us today! See where your journey can take you. WHAT YOU WILL DO Primary point of contact for all sales related work streams for the General Manager, Cluster Team, Owner, Group & Events Team and Area Commercial Leader Developing sales goals and strategies in alignment with the overall business strategy and being responsible for all proactive sales activities as well as supporting the reactive sales team Analyzing market and economic trends as well as competitors to continuously strengthen our position in the market Point of contact for customers, participating in sales calls to acquire new business and/or close deals, and building long-term, value-based customer relationships Developing strong partnerships and collaborations with local organizations to further increase brand/product awareness, participating in customer events, regional and national trade shows Budget planning and controlling WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR An open and proactive mind-set, flexibility and courage to embrace change and to always challenge the status quo in order to optimize processes Solution- and result-oriented approach Professional appearance and strong communication skills Leadership skills to always get the best out of the hotel operational team and to challenge and encourage each individual in the best possible way Customer-oriented approach, always focusing on the needs of the guest and the customer Knowledge of overall hotel revenue management concepts, processes and strategies Financial resource management, ability to analyze profit and loss (P&L) statements, develop operating budgets and revenue targets, forecast and plan capital expenditures Successfully completed studies with a focus on sales and events or comparable training, as well as at least 5-8 years of experience in sales and events with management responsibility WHY WORK WITH US? In addition to the benefits you would expect being part of a brand of our calibre, you will also be offered: A unique opportunity to be part of an award winning international brand where we celebrate your unique talent Part of Marriott International, the largest hospitality brand in the world- this means national and internal promotion opportunities for the right candidates. The sky is your limit here World class training and development programmes tailored to enhancing your skills and help you grow within the Marriott family. Work alongside some amazing talent- award winning, experienced hospitality professionals Discounted room nights, meals, and spa access-because your well being means so much Access to fabulous and flexible benefits to help you in and out of work- including health and life assurance Access to major high street discounts so you can treat your friends and family as required Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you. JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you're happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand's namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you'll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That's The JW Treatment. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. 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Legal Counsel (Fixed Term Contract) page is loaded Legal Counsel (Fixed Term Contract) Apply time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R Job Title: Legal Counsel (Fixed Term Contract) Job Description: Context Dentsu Italia is looking for a talented Legal Counsel to join its legal team _ Fixed Term Contract (maternity cover). The Legal Department is a trusted partner of Dentsu fast growing business. We understand our business clients' needs and deliver fast actionable, business-oriented solutions. We work closely with the business on exciting, cutting-edge development and expansion projects from strategy definition throughout implementation. We provide advice on a wide array of legal issues, including commercial law, civil law, data protection, IP and general contract compliance matters. Role purpose The purpose of this role is to join the Italian legal team in providing legal support, contributing to the workload of the department and the development and roll out of specific projects and initiatives. Key accountabilities Organize and attend all boards and key board committee meetings, advise on corporate governance coordinating, when necessary, external counsels; Serve as Secretary to the Board and key Board Committees and devises corporate calendar Advises on and ensures compliance with corporate governance matters and the relevant alignment of other cluster markets; Contributes to a wide range of additional matters as needed eg provides transactional support on major corporate activity involving the company, advises directors in relation to their legal responsibilities and indemnities, etc. Draft, negotiate and advise on commercial agreements, with particular focus on Media Service Line contracts (i.e. client contracts, media owner contracts and supplier side (i.e. digital suppliers, creative productions suppliers, etc.) with specific focus on commercial contracts issues, data protection matters, etc.). Provide wide legal support to New Business Team (providing analysis and legal support, among others by reviewing NDAs, carrying out conflict checks and review pitch qualification materials); Is engaged in implementing and enabling the successful execution of internal initiatives and projects, especially in the fields of digital suppliers and partners as well as in formulating and deploying process-related improvements with regards to the provision of legal support services, including drafting and revising templates. Participate to the legal department's marketing and networking strategies as directed and will be part of the wider program of developing and delivering training to the business and legal risk management initiatives as well as implementing best-practices in compliance, policy guidance to contracts and related matters (e.g. business training, legal updates, legislation update newsletters, etc.). Professional skills Law degree Fluent English (written and verbal) Min. 3 years' experience in drafting and negotiating, commercial contracts, in-house or in law firms. Preference will be given to people with inhouse experience and experience in international organisations Legal Qualification preferred Experience facing counterparties in negotiations and of dealing with colleagues of varying seniority Working with a wide network of internal/external stakeholders. Solid contract law and corporate knowledge and contract drafting and negotiation experience. Additional Skills Requirements Good organizational and time management skills. Ability to work in a team and to influence collaborative outcomes. Strong interpersonal skills, including verbal communication, presentation, and relationship building. Command of the main Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook); willingness to learn to use new tools, if requested. Attention to detail and accuracy. Good relationship and communication skills. Strong motivation to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Enthusiasm and willingness to roll up sleeves, learn fast, and take responsibility. Strong interest in intellectual property, media, marketing and IP matters and data protection fields of law. Ability and desire to partner with diverse and dynamic leadership and teams Location: Brand: Dentsu Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Temporary Cover (Fixed Term) Similar Jobs (3) Legal Counsel time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Legal Counsel OR Senior Legal Counsel, Technology locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago Senior Client Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract locations Melbourne - 510 Church Street time type Full time posted on Posted 26 Days Ago Can't find a suitable job? Sign up for job alerts tailored to your interests and be first in line for new opportunities. We are dentsu. We team together to help brands predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in the sustainable economy. We know people better than anyone else and we use those insights to connect brand, content, commerce and experience, underpinned by modern creativity. We are the network designed for what's next. An invitation to team without limits. We create opportunities for connection and collaboration between our colleagues and clients, building a sense of belonging and having some fun along the way! An invitation to be a force for good. Sustainability is vital to our business and an important area of focus for our clients. We are leading the way for our industry as we discover new ways to help build a more sustainable planet. An invitation to dream loud. In this moment of transformation, we need our people to be fearless, embracing change and ambiguity, driven by the love for their work and excitement for the future.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Legal Counsel (Fixed Term Contract) page is loaded Legal Counsel (Fixed Term Contract) Apply time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R Job Title: Legal Counsel (Fixed Term Contract) Job Description: Context Dentsu Italia is looking for a talented Legal Counsel to join its legal team _ Fixed Term Contract (maternity cover). The Legal Department is a trusted partner of Dentsu fast growing business. We understand our business clients' needs and deliver fast actionable, business-oriented solutions. We work closely with the business on exciting, cutting-edge development and expansion projects from strategy definition throughout implementation. We provide advice on a wide array of legal issues, including commercial law, civil law, data protection, IP and general contract compliance matters. Role purpose The purpose of this role is to join the Italian legal team in providing legal support, contributing to the workload of the department and the development and roll out of specific projects and initiatives. Key accountabilities Organize and attend all boards and key board committee meetings, advise on corporate governance coordinating, when necessary, external counsels; Serve as Secretary to the Board and key Board Committees and devises corporate calendar Advises on and ensures compliance with corporate governance matters and the relevant alignment of other cluster markets; Contributes to a wide range of additional matters as needed eg provides transactional support on major corporate activity involving the company, advises directors in relation to their legal responsibilities and indemnities, etc. Draft, negotiate and advise on commercial agreements, with particular focus on Media Service Line contracts (i.e. client contracts, media owner contracts and supplier side (i.e. digital suppliers, creative productions suppliers, etc.) with specific focus on commercial contracts issues, data protection matters, etc.). Provide wide legal support to New Business Team (providing analysis and legal support, among others by reviewing NDAs, carrying out conflict checks and review pitch qualification materials); Is engaged in implementing and enabling the successful execution of internal initiatives and projects, especially in the fields of digital suppliers and partners as well as in formulating and deploying process-related improvements with regards to the provision of legal support services, including drafting and revising templates. Participate to the legal department's marketing and networking strategies as directed and will be part of the wider program of developing and delivering training to the business and legal risk management initiatives as well as implementing best-practices in compliance, policy guidance to contracts and related matters (e.g. business training, legal updates, legislation update newsletters, etc.). Professional skills Law degree Fluent English (written and verbal) Min. 3 years' experience in drafting and negotiating, commercial contracts, in-house or in law firms. Preference will be given to people with inhouse experience and experience in international organisations Legal Qualification preferred Experience facing counterparties in negotiations and of dealing with colleagues of varying seniority Working with a wide network of internal/external stakeholders. Solid contract law and corporate knowledge and contract drafting and negotiation experience. Additional Skills Requirements Good organizational and time management skills. Ability to work in a team and to influence collaborative outcomes. Strong interpersonal skills, including verbal communication, presentation, and relationship building. Command of the main Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook); willingness to learn to use new tools, if requested. Attention to detail and accuracy. Good relationship and communication skills. Strong motivation to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Enthusiasm and willingness to roll up sleeves, learn fast, and take responsibility. Strong interest in intellectual property, media, marketing and IP matters and data protection fields of law. Ability and desire to partner with diverse and dynamic leadership and teams Location: Brand: Dentsu Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Temporary Cover (Fixed Term) Similar Jobs (3) Legal Counsel time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Legal Counsel OR Senior Legal Counsel, Technology locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago Senior Client Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract locations Melbourne - 510 Church Street time type Full time posted on Posted 26 Days Ago Can't find a suitable job? Sign up for job alerts tailored to your interests and be first in line for new opportunities. We are dentsu. We team together to help brands predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in the sustainable economy. We know people better than anyone else and we use those insights to connect brand, content, commerce and experience, underpinned by modern creativity. We are the network designed for what's next. An invitation to team without limits. We create opportunities for connection and collaboration between our colleagues and clients, building a sense of belonging and having some fun along the way! An invitation to be a force for good. Sustainability is vital to our business and an important area of focus for our clients. We are leading the way for our industry as we discover new ways to help build a more sustainable planet. An invitation to dream loud. In this moment of transformation, we need our people to be fearless, embracing change and ambiguity, driven by the love for their work and excitement for the future.
As a Store Leader in our Wandsworthstore, youll lead and inspire your team to provide exceptional customer service, meet business objectives and create a working environment that helps our colleagues to develop and achieve. We want you, our customers and our colleagues to be proud theyre starting and sharing their journeys with us, whether its their first job, their first day at school, or their first birthday. What being a Store Leader is all about: Guiding and engaging your team to deliver excellent standards and results in line with the Trading plan Reviewing the trading plan with your Cluster Manager and using the scorecard to set and agree key actions and priorities that will lead to success for your store - reporting back to your team on store, cluster and area performance Creating a sense of pride within the store to ensure both colleagues and customer facilities are of a good standard, and that we are operating safely and legally Creating a culture of learning, support and recognition - spotting opportunities for development of personal skills, product knowledge and self-awareness to support our colleagues in an environment where everyone feels valued and welcome Working with Head Office to share your knowledge of the local environment to maximise local opportunities and community involvement What our Store Leadership Team would love to see: Current/recent retail (or similar) leadership experience (preferably in a fast-paced environment) with working knowledge of KPIs such as ATV and TPC Experience of proactively leading from the front, getting stuck in, and helping your team on the shop floor Flexibility of approach that will allow you to support other stores in the area when needed Ability to build strong relationships and communicate clearly and engagingly at all levels of seniority Experience of supporting employee training and development, and motivating teams adopting an engage rather than tell approach How we reward our teams: We know youll work hard to make WHSmith a success and keep our customers happy, so as well as your salary, pension scheme, holidays (Management - 33 days including bank holidays) and employee discounts (up to 50%), well reward you with a range of deals from retail partners that will help you save money and make memories, whether a delicious meal, an adventurous day out, or tickets to see the latest blockbuster. Whatever the future brings, our Employee Assistance Programme will support you with help and guidance for your wellbeing whether physical, mental or financial. About us: WH Smith has a remarkable heritage and we have occupied our place as the Hub of the High Street and in our customers hearts for 230 years. But this doesnt mean that were resting on our laurels Our stores work hard to make customer and colleague journeys in life possible, marking the milestones with cards and gifts, providing escape and education with our books, and communication and currency in our Post Office Stores. WHSmith are proud to be an inclusive employer, we want our colleagues to feel welcome, and free to be themselves with us.
Apr 29, 2024
Seasonal
As a Store Leader in our Wandsworthstore, youll lead and inspire your team to provide exceptional customer service, meet business objectives and create a working environment that helps our colleagues to develop and achieve. We want you, our customers and our colleagues to be proud theyre starting and sharing their journeys with us, whether its their first job, their first day at school, or their first birthday. What being a Store Leader is all about: Guiding and engaging your team to deliver excellent standards and results in line with the Trading plan Reviewing the trading plan with your Cluster Manager and using the scorecard to set and agree key actions and priorities that will lead to success for your store - reporting back to your team on store, cluster and area performance Creating a sense of pride within the store to ensure both colleagues and customer facilities are of a good standard, and that we are operating safely and legally Creating a culture of learning, support and recognition - spotting opportunities for development of personal skills, product knowledge and self-awareness to support our colleagues in an environment where everyone feels valued and welcome Working with Head Office to share your knowledge of the local environment to maximise local opportunities and community involvement What our Store Leadership Team would love to see: Current/recent retail (or similar) leadership experience (preferably in a fast-paced environment) with working knowledge of KPIs such as ATV and TPC Experience of proactively leading from the front, getting stuck in, and helping your team on the shop floor Flexibility of approach that will allow you to support other stores in the area when needed Ability to build strong relationships and communicate clearly and engagingly at all levels of seniority Experience of supporting employee training and development, and motivating teams adopting an engage rather than tell approach How we reward our teams: We know youll work hard to make WHSmith a success and keep our customers happy, so as well as your salary, pension scheme, holidays (Management - 33 days including bank holidays) and employee discounts (up to 50%), well reward you with a range of deals from retail partners that will help you save money and make memories, whether a delicious meal, an adventurous day out, or tickets to see the latest blockbuster. Whatever the future brings, our Employee Assistance Programme will support you with help and guidance for your wellbeing whether physical, mental or financial. About us: WH Smith has a remarkable heritage and we have occupied our place as the Hub of the High Street and in our customers hearts for 230 years. But this doesnt mean that were resting on our laurels Our stores work hard to make customer and colleague journeys in life possible, marking the milestones with cards and gifts, providing escape and education with our books, and communication and currency in our Post Office Stores. WHSmith are proud to be an inclusive employer, we want our colleagues to feel welcome, and free to be themselves with us.
The Cluster IT Manager is a Single Point of Contact representing Global Information Services towards clusters business leadership and local stakeholders. The role owns the IT demand in the clusters and is accountable for end-to-end IT engagement towards business solution delivery, technology strategy development based on business objectives, services management, risk management and relationship management within the functions in the clusters Client Details A leading competitor in the FMCG industry. Description Business Services: Acts as the key liaison across UK & Ireland and its business units, information technology teams and external IT partners (peer industry, etc.). Is expected to embody the values of the company and ensures compliance with international & local IT corporate policies & procedures (including deep understanding and strict adherence to guidelines on 'Combined Business Model'). Drive digital transformation initiatives, leveraging emerging technologies to enhance productivity, customer experience, and competitive advantage. Partner with internal stakeholders to assess technology needs, prioritize projects, and allocate resources effectively. Provide strategic guidance and recommendations to senior management on IT investments, trends, and opportunities for innovation. Strategy and Planning: Engages with Global CoEs, DevOps, CPG Sales, Strategy and Planning, Infrastructure and Shared Platforms to assess the technology options and capabilities and develop business cases. Gathers key IT information data (I2P template) for the Value Creation Planning or cluster Business project, defines a strong business case in co-ordination with BPOs, Region and Global CoEs and cross IT functions either cluster or Global. Develop and implement comprehensive IT strategies aligned with business objectives for the UK, Ireland cluster. Represents and drives the IT vision, strategy & initiatives to the business leadership team and ensures that the business stakeholders are aware of the IT vision, strategic planning and priorities. Ensures that the IT cost model for the cluster is accurate and transparent. Collaborates with Business, BPOs and the Regional IT Director to develop and deliver the annual GIS budget plan (AOP) for the cluster business. Provides period end closing reporting and insights. Assists the business in forecasting, documenting and planning for future IT needs, as well as manage IT prioritization activities within and across the clusters Oversees the planning, deployment, and maintenance of IT systems, networks, and applications to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Services Management: Ensures that SLA performance are aligned and communicated to the business leadership team. Liaises for that purpose with cluster IT team, Service Integration Manager and vendor Service Manager. Manages stakeholder expectations and alignment with business goals. In alignment with Global teams, drives within the cluster Continuous Improvement, Cost Reduction, Standardization and Harmonization of the GIS services. Accountable for local Vendor and contract management. Owns the pipeline of cluster IT projects and ensures their successful implementation. Participates in local Steerco's where appropriate Lead and mentor a team of IT professionals, fostering a innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Evaluate vendor solutions, negotiate contracts, and manage relationships to ensure cost-effective procurement and service delivery. Establish and enforce IT policies, procedures, and security protocols to safeguard data, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Profile Education: A bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration or related field, or equivalent work experience. Must have: Over 7 years of IT and Business/Industry work Experience with a broad range of exposure to various technical environments and business analysis. Over 3 years in advisory role in Information Systems to the business leadership function of which a significant amount has been in a company of similar size and complexity. Experience and understanding in business process management, with an ability to translates business needs into IT enabled solution Solid experience in managing matrix organization business leadership team to meet their expectation Capability to empower and develop people Experience of project definition and scoping, formulation of feasibility studies and benefits cases Must possess strong business acumen to perform as a reliable and valuable business partner. Experience in building & working with remote teams Job Offer bonus scheme up to 17.5% car allowance £6250 private healthcare 27 days holiday + bank holiday pension double contribution up to 10% volunteering days life insurance
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
The Cluster IT Manager is a Single Point of Contact representing Global Information Services towards clusters business leadership and local stakeholders. The role owns the IT demand in the clusters and is accountable for end-to-end IT engagement towards business solution delivery, technology strategy development based on business objectives, services management, risk management and relationship management within the functions in the clusters Client Details A leading competitor in the FMCG industry. Description Business Services: Acts as the key liaison across UK & Ireland and its business units, information technology teams and external IT partners (peer industry, etc.). Is expected to embody the values of the company and ensures compliance with international & local IT corporate policies & procedures (including deep understanding and strict adherence to guidelines on 'Combined Business Model'). Drive digital transformation initiatives, leveraging emerging technologies to enhance productivity, customer experience, and competitive advantage. Partner with internal stakeholders to assess technology needs, prioritize projects, and allocate resources effectively. Provide strategic guidance and recommendations to senior management on IT investments, trends, and opportunities for innovation. Strategy and Planning: Engages with Global CoEs, DevOps, CPG Sales, Strategy and Planning, Infrastructure and Shared Platforms to assess the technology options and capabilities and develop business cases. Gathers key IT information data (I2P template) for the Value Creation Planning or cluster Business project, defines a strong business case in co-ordination with BPOs, Region and Global CoEs and cross IT functions either cluster or Global. Develop and implement comprehensive IT strategies aligned with business objectives for the UK, Ireland cluster. Represents and drives the IT vision, strategy & initiatives to the business leadership team and ensures that the business stakeholders are aware of the IT vision, strategic planning and priorities. Ensures that the IT cost model for the cluster is accurate and transparent. Collaborates with Business, BPOs and the Regional IT Director to develop and deliver the annual GIS budget plan (AOP) for the cluster business. Provides period end closing reporting and insights. Assists the business in forecasting, documenting and planning for future IT needs, as well as manage IT prioritization activities within and across the clusters Oversees the planning, deployment, and maintenance of IT systems, networks, and applications to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Services Management: Ensures that SLA performance are aligned and communicated to the business leadership team. Liaises for that purpose with cluster IT team, Service Integration Manager and vendor Service Manager. Manages stakeholder expectations and alignment with business goals. In alignment with Global teams, drives within the cluster Continuous Improvement, Cost Reduction, Standardization and Harmonization of the GIS services. Accountable for local Vendor and contract management. Owns the pipeline of cluster IT projects and ensures their successful implementation. Participates in local Steerco's where appropriate Lead and mentor a team of IT professionals, fostering a innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Evaluate vendor solutions, negotiate contracts, and manage relationships to ensure cost-effective procurement and service delivery. Establish and enforce IT policies, procedures, and security protocols to safeguard data, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Profile Education: A bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration or related field, or equivalent work experience. Must have: Over 7 years of IT and Business/Industry work Experience with a broad range of exposure to various technical environments and business analysis. Over 3 years in advisory role in Information Systems to the business leadership function of which a significant amount has been in a company of similar size and complexity. Experience and understanding in business process management, with an ability to translates business needs into IT enabled solution Solid experience in managing matrix organization business leadership team to meet their expectation Capability to empower and develop people Experience of project definition and scoping, formulation of feasibility studies and benefits cases Must possess strong business acumen to perform as a reliable and valuable business partner. Experience in building & working with remote teams Job Offer bonus scheme up to 17.5% car allowance £6250 private healthcare 27 days holiday + bank holiday pension double contribution up to 10% volunteering days life insurance
We seek an experienced and enthusiastic Heritage building professional to develop and lead our partnership led heritage regeneration stage 2 programme in the Hat District, Luton. We seek applicants from specialists who will implement Hat District+ Heritage Development Trust project funded by Architectural Heritage Fund and the Lottery Heritage Fund. JOB PURPOSE: To develop and grow momentum in the heritage building regeneration programme in the Hat District, Luton. To develop new work streams and partnerships that expand upon the existing provision of three adapted former Hat Factory Buildings. To strategically bring back in to use more heritage buildings within the vicinity to a high standard of conservation for creative and cultural uses. To grow the ecology as outlined in Culture Trust's Business Plan and Hat District Creative Cluster vision and the new Heritage Development Trust programme. As a Heritage Building/regeneration specialist the post holder shall identify opportunities, commission feasibilities and undertake viability reports leading to plans and funding for capital works and the re-use of underused heritage buildings. To collaborate in a shared mission by forming strong community relationships with local businesses, neighbours, property owners and community groups. To foster the support and engagement with strategic partners including Luton BID, Luton Borough Council, Luton Heritage Forum, Bedfordshire and Luton Community Foundation and all Hat District tenants and businesses to strengthen impacts. For more information about the role and how to apply, please download a recruitment pack below in supporting documents.
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
We seek an experienced and enthusiastic Heritage building professional to develop and lead our partnership led heritage regeneration stage 2 programme in the Hat District, Luton. We seek applicants from specialists who will implement Hat District+ Heritage Development Trust project funded by Architectural Heritage Fund and the Lottery Heritage Fund. JOB PURPOSE: To develop and grow momentum in the heritage building regeneration programme in the Hat District, Luton. To develop new work streams and partnerships that expand upon the existing provision of three adapted former Hat Factory Buildings. To strategically bring back in to use more heritage buildings within the vicinity to a high standard of conservation for creative and cultural uses. To grow the ecology as outlined in Culture Trust's Business Plan and Hat District Creative Cluster vision and the new Heritage Development Trust programme. As a Heritage Building/regeneration specialist the post holder shall identify opportunities, commission feasibilities and undertake viability reports leading to plans and funding for capital works and the re-use of underused heritage buildings. To collaborate in a shared mission by forming strong community relationships with local businesses, neighbours, property owners and community groups. To foster the support and engagement with strategic partners including Luton BID, Luton Borough Council, Luton Heritage Forum, Bedfordshire and Luton Community Foundation and all Hat District tenants and businesses to strengthen impacts. For more information about the role and how to apply, please download a recruitment pack below in supporting documents.
All parts of the Church will need to raise funds to implement this net zero plan. In 2024 and 2025, the Church of England is testing and piloting a range of approaches to help churches fundraise for projects. Our feasibility study identified that statutory sources of funding, currently under-accessed will be a new area of opportunity for churches, schools and housing to access.The Giving Directorate is leading on the strategy to coordinate and support the plans being developed by our dioceses, churches, cathedrals, schools, and departments. In addition, The Giving Directorate and NetZero Programme Team will be engaging with funders at a national level to secure investment for projects. Job Summary: As Net Zero Carbon Statutory Fundraising Coordinator, you will work in The Giving Directorate and operate across the whole Church with a focus on supporting parishes and dioceses to access statutory funds. You will share your knowledge and insight to support with identifying, researching and applying to funding from a range of government sources. You will develop and maintain resources, guidance and training and help share best practice across the country, as well as working with regional fundraisers. With a range of projects and fundraising initiatives, the post holder will work collaboratively within The Giving Directorate and with the Net Zero Programme Team, with diocesan colleagues and with church volunteers.For an informal conversation about the role, please email the National Fundraising Advisor . The role: Main responsibilities Develop a national plan to secure statutory funding at parish and diocesan levelActing as a central point of coordination between the schools, housing and parish fundraising workstreams to oversee statutory funding Working specifically with the Regional Fundraising Officer in the north west cluster of dioceses to identify and support applications to statutory funding sources by parishes Working with Net Zero Implementation Manager to support statutory funding applications for clergy housing Building capacity in dioceses to support senior staff (incl. Bishops) to use their networks to identify relevant statutory funding opportunities (e.g. mayors, local council leadership, police and crime commissioners etc) Supporting dioceses to think creatively about packaging projects up a) between parishes, b) between parishes, schools and clergy housing, c) across deaneries. Leading consortia of dioceses to apply for funding if available and supporting applications Building a hub of best practice and shared learning which will include designing and delivering training to staff and volunteers at all levelsSharing statutory funding opportunities across the Church of England, Net Zero Carbon, Giving, and Fundraising networks and with Cathedrals The ideal candidate:To be successful, you will need experience of securing statutory funding for projects and of other aspects of fundraising. You will need to be a very strong self-motivator and initiator as the job requires an ability to work across a wide geographical area on a diverse range of projects. Experience managing projects would also be useful. You will be an excellent trainer and communicator. Due to the specialist nature of the roles within The Giving Directorate, training will be provided to successful candidates to enable them to carry out their role confidently.QualificationsEducated to degree level, or equivalent/relevant experience.Membership of the Chartered Institute of FundraisingExperienceEssential:Experience in securing funding from statutory funders Success in securing five and six-figure giftsExperience of other types of grants and trust fundraising in a paid capacity Experience of working successfully in multi-disciplinary teams across departments in a complex organisation.Influencing others through communication and strong leadership skillsDesirable:Experience of working within the Church sector, either in a paid or voluntary capacity, ideally in relation to giving, fundraising, or church finances.Experience working in the environment/low-carbon/sustainability sector.Competencies RequiredAbility to motivate others to apply for statutory funding and maximise the funds they raise through training, coaching and mentoring, including volunteers and paid fundraisers.Effective written and oral communication, including strong attention to detail to write high-quality applications, proposals and presentations.Ability to manage time effectively, prioritising tasks and ensuring deadlines are metStrong analytical and data management skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to establish positive relationships at all levels.Ability to manage time effectively, prioritising tasks and ensuring deadlines are met whilst maintaining attention to detail.Strong administrative skills, including knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Office effectively.An ethical approach, with practice that is entirely consistent with the Christian faith and abides by all relevant legislation (including the Code of Fundraising Practice).Good at working within a diverse and dispersed team as The Giving Directorate are based across the country.CIRCUMSTANCES Success in the role demands good understanding of the devolved nature of the Church of England, and the ability to work effectively across it. The post-holder will be expected to develop material and presentations that are consistent with Christian principles and theology, and as such, should be a member of the Church of England, or in sympathy with the mission and ethos of the Church. The role will require some travel throughout the UK and may also require occasional work on weekends. If the postholder is not based in Church House, they will need to attend some meetings and training at Church House, and so must be willing to travel to Church House as required. The closing date for applications is Sunday 05 May 2024. Interviews will be held during week commencing 13 May 2024.
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
All parts of the Church will need to raise funds to implement this net zero plan. In 2024 and 2025, the Church of England is testing and piloting a range of approaches to help churches fundraise for projects. Our feasibility study identified that statutory sources of funding, currently under-accessed will be a new area of opportunity for churches, schools and housing to access.The Giving Directorate is leading on the strategy to coordinate and support the plans being developed by our dioceses, churches, cathedrals, schools, and departments. In addition, The Giving Directorate and NetZero Programme Team will be engaging with funders at a national level to secure investment for projects. Job Summary: As Net Zero Carbon Statutory Fundraising Coordinator, you will work in The Giving Directorate and operate across the whole Church with a focus on supporting parishes and dioceses to access statutory funds. You will share your knowledge and insight to support with identifying, researching and applying to funding from a range of government sources. You will develop and maintain resources, guidance and training and help share best practice across the country, as well as working with regional fundraisers. With a range of projects and fundraising initiatives, the post holder will work collaboratively within The Giving Directorate and with the Net Zero Programme Team, with diocesan colleagues and with church volunteers.For an informal conversation about the role, please email the National Fundraising Advisor . The role: Main responsibilities Develop a national plan to secure statutory funding at parish and diocesan levelActing as a central point of coordination between the schools, housing and parish fundraising workstreams to oversee statutory funding Working specifically with the Regional Fundraising Officer in the north west cluster of dioceses to identify and support applications to statutory funding sources by parishes Working with Net Zero Implementation Manager to support statutory funding applications for clergy housing Building capacity in dioceses to support senior staff (incl. Bishops) to use their networks to identify relevant statutory funding opportunities (e.g. mayors, local council leadership, police and crime commissioners etc) Supporting dioceses to think creatively about packaging projects up a) between parishes, b) between parishes, schools and clergy housing, c) across deaneries. Leading consortia of dioceses to apply for funding if available and supporting applications Building a hub of best practice and shared learning which will include designing and delivering training to staff and volunteers at all levelsSharing statutory funding opportunities across the Church of England, Net Zero Carbon, Giving, and Fundraising networks and with Cathedrals The ideal candidate:To be successful, you will need experience of securing statutory funding for projects and of other aspects of fundraising. You will need to be a very strong self-motivator and initiator as the job requires an ability to work across a wide geographical area on a diverse range of projects. Experience managing projects would also be useful. You will be an excellent trainer and communicator. Due to the specialist nature of the roles within The Giving Directorate, training will be provided to successful candidates to enable them to carry out their role confidently.QualificationsEducated to degree level, or equivalent/relevant experience.Membership of the Chartered Institute of FundraisingExperienceEssential:Experience in securing funding from statutory funders Success in securing five and six-figure giftsExperience of other types of grants and trust fundraising in a paid capacity Experience of working successfully in multi-disciplinary teams across departments in a complex organisation.Influencing others through communication and strong leadership skillsDesirable:Experience of working within the Church sector, either in a paid or voluntary capacity, ideally in relation to giving, fundraising, or church finances.Experience working in the environment/low-carbon/sustainability sector.Competencies RequiredAbility to motivate others to apply for statutory funding and maximise the funds they raise through training, coaching and mentoring, including volunteers and paid fundraisers.Effective written and oral communication, including strong attention to detail to write high-quality applications, proposals and presentations.Ability to manage time effectively, prioritising tasks and ensuring deadlines are metStrong analytical and data management skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to establish positive relationships at all levels.Ability to manage time effectively, prioritising tasks and ensuring deadlines are met whilst maintaining attention to detail.Strong administrative skills, including knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Office effectively.An ethical approach, with practice that is entirely consistent with the Christian faith and abides by all relevant legislation (including the Code of Fundraising Practice).Good at working within a diverse and dispersed team as The Giving Directorate are based across the country.CIRCUMSTANCES Success in the role demands good understanding of the devolved nature of the Church of England, and the ability to work effectively across it. The post-holder will be expected to develop material and presentations that are consistent with Christian principles and theology, and as such, should be a member of the Church of England, or in sympathy with the mission and ethos of the Church. The role will require some travel throughout the UK and may also require occasional work on weekends. If the postholder is not based in Church House, they will need to attend some meetings and training at Church House, and so must be willing to travel to Church House as required. The closing date for applications is Sunday 05 May 2024. Interviews will be held during week commencing 13 May 2024.
About AlphaSense AlphaSense is a market intelligence platform used by the world's leading companies and financial institutions. Since 2011, our AI-based technology has helped professionals make smarter business decisions by delivering insights from an extensive universe of public and private content - including company filings, event transcripts, news, trade journals, and equity research. Our platform is trusted by over 3,500 enterprise customers, including a majority of the S&P 500. Headquartered in New York City, AlphaSense employs over 1,200 people across offices in the U.S., U.K., Finland, India, and Singapore. For more information, please visit . Check out what we've built so far The Role The Cloud Platform function at AlphaSense is responsible for providing resources (cloud or operator managed) and environments (accounts, networking, Kubernetes clusters) for the rest of our engineering teams to run our solutions on. As Director of Engineering for the Cloud Platform, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction, technical development and management of our platform engineering teams. The teams cover key areas, such as Kubernetes, Public Cloud Features (AWS, GCP, Azure), Kubernetes Operators, FinOps and Storages Management. The role encompasses technical and engineering leadership, ensuring the effective operation and evolution of our cloud infrastructure and managed services, along Kubernetes clusters and operator managed resources. Candidates should be able to foster a culture of innovation and excellence, combining in-depth understanding of technical and architectural patterns with direct hands-on contributions to their implementation, leading by example and setting the bar for others to follow. Having experience and proven capacity to set direction and own the engineering "how" of the foundational capabilities of a modern platform is a must, but so is enjoying experimentation and integration of the technologies that best allow a business to achieve its goals. In this sense, the ideal candidate would have a thorough understanding of the CNCF landscape and a clear vision of trends and solutions in this space, experimenting with key projects whenever time allows, while reviewing other organizations' experiences and results, considering their practical implications for our concrete situation and needs. Responsibilities Provide strategic technical direction and oversight for the various engineering teams part of the Cloud Platform function Guide the development and life cycle management of opinionated Kubernetes clusters, focusing on scalability, security, cost-effectiveness and standardization Support the extension of Kubernetes with cloud-managed and self-managed resources, ensuring they meet internal customer needs effectively Facilitate knowledge sharing and best practices in cloud platform management and Kubernetes within and across engineering teams Support and mentor team leads/managers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and psychological safety that enables personal and professional growth Collaborate closely with other Senior Engineering Managers or Directors overseeing DevEx and SRE teams to align strategies and initiatives Drive the recruitment, development, and retention of top talent within the teams Ensure the support that teams require to meet their commitments, contributing to their strategic planning and resource allocation Promote a collaborative environment, bridging the gap between different teams and time zones (Europe, US and India) Uphold and improve operational processes, focusing on the full lifecycle of cloud services and Kubernetes environments Advocate for and implement architectural best practices in cloud platform development and operations, and support such practices across the whole Engineering organization Engage in company-wide initiatives, supporting the goals and reach of the Platform Engineering and Operations mission Requirements Proven experience as a senior technical leader in a Cloud or Kubernetes Platform team or similar role, with a focus on cloud platforms, Kubernetes and DBaaS support Deep expertise on Kubernetes (LCM management, self-managed and cloud managed flavors, architectures, operations, etc.), cloud infrastructure (AWS and at least one of GCP, Azure), and ideally databases (at least one of MongoDB, Clickhouse or Elasticsearch) Experience in software development in general, with skills in a high level language (e.g. Golang) and familiarity with modern development practices. OSS contributions are a plus Thorough understanding of the CNCF landscape and a clear vision of trends and solutions in this space (Crossplane experience is a great plus) The ability to carry out experiments with key technologies, with hands-on contributions along with the capacity to define their scope and evaluation criteria Demonstrated ability in leading distributed teams, ideally across different geographies Excellent communication and servant leadership skills, with a track record of mentoring and developing engineering teams Knowledge of operational best practices for Kubernetes environments, including security, cost management, and scalability Commitment to promoting diversity and creating an inclusive and safe work environment You can apply by sending your cover letter and resume through the application form.
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
About AlphaSense AlphaSense is a market intelligence platform used by the world's leading companies and financial institutions. Since 2011, our AI-based technology has helped professionals make smarter business decisions by delivering insights from an extensive universe of public and private content - including company filings, event transcripts, news, trade journals, and equity research. Our platform is trusted by over 3,500 enterprise customers, including a majority of the S&P 500. Headquartered in New York City, AlphaSense employs over 1,200 people across offices in the U.S., U.K., Finland, India, and Singapore. For more information, please visit . Check out what we've built so far The Role The Cloud Platform function at AlphaSense is responsible for providing resources (cloud or operator managed) and environments (accounts, networking, Kubernetes clusters) for the rest of our engineering teams to run our solutions on. As Director of Engineering for the Cloud Platform, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction, technical development and management of our platform engineering teams. The teams cover key areas, such as Kubernetes, Public Cloud Features (AWS, GCP, Azure), Kubernetes Operators, FinOps and Storages Management. The role encompasses technical and engineering leadership, ensuring the effective operation and evolution of our cloud infrastructure and managed services, along Kubernetes clusters and operator managed resources. Candidates should be able to foster a culture of innovation and excellence, combining in-depth understanding of technical and architectural patterns with direct hands-on contributions to their implementation, leading by example and setting the bar for others to follow. Having experience and proven capacity to set direction and own the engineering "how" of the foundational capabilities of a modern platform is a must, but so is enjoying experimentation and integration of the technologies that best allow a business to achieve its goals. In this sense, the ideal candidate would have a thorough understanding of the CNCF landscape and a clear vision of trends and solutions in this space, experimenting with key projects whenever time allows, while reviewing other organizations' experiences and results, considering their practical implications for our concrete situation and needs. Responsibilities Provide strategic technical direction and oversight for the various engineering teams part of the Cloud Platform function Guide the development and life cycle management of opinionated Kubernetes clusters, focusing on scalability, security, cost-effectiveness and standardization Support the extension of Kubernetes with cloud-managed and self-managed resources, ensuring they meet internal customer needs effectively Facilitate knowledge sharing and best practices in cloud platform management and Kubernetes within and across engineering teams Support and mentor team leads/managers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and psychological safety that enables personal and professional growth Collaborate closely with other Senior Engineering Managers or Directors overseeing DevEx and SRE teams to align strategies and initiatives Drive the recruitment, development, and retention of top talent within the teams Ensure the support that teams require to meet their commitments, contributing to their strategic planning and resource allocation Promote a collaborative environment, bridging the gap between different teams and time zones (Europe, US and India) Uphold and improve operational processes, focusing on the full lifecycle of cloud services and Kubernetes environments Advocate for and implement architectural best practices in cloud platform development and operations, and support such practices across the whole Engineering organization Engage in company-wide initiatives, supporting the goals and reach of the Platform Engineering and Operations mission Requirements Proven experience as a senior technical leader in a Cloud or Kubernetes Platform team or similar role, with a focus on cloud platforms, Kubernetes and DBaaS support Deep expertise on Kubernetes (LCM management, self-managed and cloud managed flavors, architectures, operations, etc.), cloud infrastructure (AWS and at least one of GCP, Azure), and ideally databases (at least one of MongoDB, Clickhouse or Elasticsearch) Experience in software development in general, with skills in a high level language (e.g. Golang) and familiarity with modern development practices. OSS contributions are a plus Thorough understanding of the CNCF landscape and a clear vision of trends and solutions in this space (Crossplane experience is a great plus) The ability to carry out experiments with key technologies, with hands-on contributions along with the capacity to define their scope and evaluation criteria Demonstrated ability in leading distributed teams, ideally across different geographies Excellent communication and servant leadership skills, with a track record of mentoring and developing engineering teams Knowledge of operational best practices for Kubernetes environments, including security, cost management, and scalability Commitment to promoting diversity and creating an inclusive and safe work environment You can apply by sending your cover letter and resume through the application form.
People Partner Camberly - Hybrid (Watchmoor Park, Park View, Riverside Way, Camberley) Rate - 170- 210/day Umbrella Term - 18 month contract Purpose: To act as a trusted partner offering support across UK and Ireland on policy expertise and knowledge to support and educate leaders, managers, and associates on all P&O topics on the moments that matter from hire to retire. Support all customer groups in UK and Ireland enabling delivery of lifecycle events, performance management, employee relations, rewards, talent management, learning, pay and reporting. In addition, implement P&O change initiatives at a country level acting as detailed designers and agents of change by working with P&O Head. Major Accountabilities: Partnering and coaching managers and associates on People related Processes and Moments that matter. Advise on and handle diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels, e.g., gender. representation, LGBTI, pay equity. Coach and guides people managers on role evaluations in line with local governance. Design new hire onboarding initiatives. Drive buy-in and utilization of data and analytics to identify risk and trends, and to apply these business insights to inform decisions and actions. Drive D&I efforts and align with global or local initiatives / implementation. Drives quality, effectiveness, efficiency, and continuous improvement for P&O People Partnering and related processes. Embrace customer feedback to understand the customer journey with moments that matter and drives continuous improvement. Implement enhancements and modification as necessary to meet both the business and customer needs. First point of escalation for all leaders and managers on their day-to-day P&O topics, providing expert advice, guidance, and support. Lead the delivery of in-country transformations, consult, and negotiate with local employee representatives / unions, provide advice and guidance for managers through the local process. Lead the execution of local implementation of large-scale organisational and day-to-day organisational structure changes, in line with country regulations / policies. Manage internal movement offers and mobility. Promotes the contribution of ideas and solutions to the P&O network. Provide credible P&O People Partnering to people leaders, manager and associates offering advice and guidance on the moments that matter. Seek to establish strong relationships with cluster P&O community members to understand needs and challenges and drive continuous improvement. Support and coach leaders, manager and associates on all P&O topics including promoting self-sufficiency in people processes. Support Talent Acquisition on Compensation &Benefit and other P&O related matters. Provide an overview of Information and consultation on a country level into ER champion workstream. Lead and support on Speak Up investigations and enquires for UK&I. Act as a key liaison for understanding local considerations and timelines when implementing global guidance and initiatives. Implement global and local ER guidelines. Secure employment law advice as needed to ER related matters and country laws and regulations. Develop policies for Ireland as a recent acquisition into the UK Business Bespoke administrative tasks for Ireland a recent acquisition into the UK Business Supporting on becoming a standalone organisation Ideal Background: Collaborating across boundaries Leading large and/or diverse multi-functional teams Operations Management and Execution Project Management Agile mindset & dealing with ambiguity Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment. Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.
Apr 26, 2024
Seasonal
People Partner Camberly - Hybrid (Watchmoor Park, Park View, Riverside Way, Camberley) Rate - 170- 210/day Umbrella Term - 18 month contract Purpose: To act as a trusted partner offering support across UK and Ireland on policy expertise and knowledge to support and educate leaders, managers, and associates on all P&O topics on the moments that matter from hire to retire. Support all customer groups in UK and Ireland enabling delivery of lifecycle events, performance management, employee relations, rewards, talent management, learning, pay and reporting. In addition, implement P&O change initiatives at a country level acting as detailed designers and agents of change by working with P&O Head. Major Accountabilities: Partnering and coaching managers and associates on People related Processes and Moments that matter. Advise on and handle diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels, e.g., gender. representation, LGBTI, pay equity. Coach and guides people managers on role evaluations in line with local governance. Design new hire onboarding initiatives. Drive buy-in and utilization of data and analytics to identify risk and trends, and to apply these business insights to inform decisions and actions. Drive D&I efforts and align with global or local initiatives / implementation. Drives quality, effectiveness, efficiency, and continuous improvement for P&O People Partnering and related processes. Embrace customer feedback to understand the customer journey with moments that matter and drives continuous improvement. Implement enhancements and modification as necessary to meet both the business and customer needs. First point of escalation for all leaders and managers on their day-to-day P&O topics, providing expert advice, guidance, and support. Lead the delivery of in-country transformations, consult, and negotiate with local employee representatives / unions, provide advice and guidance for managers through the local process. Lead the execution of local implementation of large-scale organisational and day-to-day organisational structure changes, in line with country regulations / policies. Manage internal movement offers and mobility. Promotes the contribution of ideas and solutions to the P&O network. Provide credible P&O People Partnering to people leaders, manager and associates offering advice and guidance on the moments that matter. Seek to establish strong relationships with cluster P&O community members to understand needs and challenges and drive continuous improvement. Support and coach leaders, manager and associates on all P&O topics including promoting self-sufficiency in people processes. Support Talent Acquisition on Compensation &Benefit and other P&O related matters. Provide an overview of Information and consultation on a country level into ER champion workstream. Lead and support on Speak Up investigations and enquires for UK&I. Act as a key liaison for understanding local considerations and timelines when implementing global guidance and initiatives. Implement global and local ER guidelines. Secure employment law advice as needed to ER related matters and country laws and regulations. Develop policies for Ireland as a recent acquisition into the UK Business Bespoke administrative tasks for Ireland a recent acquisition into the UK Business Supporting on becoming a standalone organisation Ideal Background: Collaborating across boundaries Leading large and/or diverse multi-functional teams Operations Management and Execution Project Management Agile mindset & dealing with ambiguity Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment. Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.
Join our team as a Mice Cluster Sales Manager and drive business across our prestigious London properties: The Marylebone, The Bloomsbury, and The Kensington. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement a sales strategy to maximize MICE business across all three hotels Target corporate clients, event planners, and industry professionals to increase revenue Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to create impactful promotional materials and campaigns Analyse market trends and customer feedback to adapt sales tactics and capitalize on opportunities Work with hotel management teams to ensure seamless execution of MICE events Actively account manage allocated accounts and grow new accounts pipeline substantially. Opera Sales and Catering must be kept updated at all times and is a key part of the reporting and management of all accounts and incoming business requests Ensure that business demand and pipeline is carefully monitored, and plans put in place to convert business as needed for all three London hotels particularly for private dining and weekend specific events Understand the occupancy and rate needs and ensure that the overall value of a booking is considered when assessing the need. Follow up enquiries with rigour and passion and ensure that we achieve maximum conversion Proactively Manage a portfolio of key meetings accounts for the 3 London hotels and produce key account management plans to ensure that we optimise all opportunities, build new contacts from existing companies and seek to penetrate a wider relationship From time to time attend tradeshows and partner events representing all Doyle Collection hotels as appropriate. Understand the competitive market place and utilise the intelligence to convert revenue. Ensure that the hotels perform ahead of the market and share intelligence gathered with all the team Develop a pipeline of new markets with local partnerships and proactively manage the sales relationship Attend weekly revenue and operations meetings when from time to time, the requirement will be to present the departments performance and pipeline revenue accurately Manage all in- coming enquiries in a friendly and efficient manner ensuring that we are providing the proposals that answer the brief and maximising in all up-selling opportunities and converting the revenue Work in conjunction with M&E sales colleagues to drive meeting and events revenue from existing clients - monitor enquiries via Cvent and other third party portals and conduct prospecting calls in a timely manner. Take responsibility for the preparation and submission of statistical, performance and forecast reports on a weekly/monthly basis and contribute to the preparation of M&E segment budget process Host appropriate FAM trips and site inspections, ensuring that communication of Who, Why and What to the management and operations is always executed The Perks of working for The Marylebone Hotel: 28 days of holidays (including public holidays) Free meals on duty 50% discount when dining with The Doyle Collection Discounted rates when staying in our hotels Training dedicated to personal development Cycle to work scheme Discounts in selected stores and online shops Company pension Life Insurance The Marylebone, London Located just minutes from Oxford Street and in the heart of Marylebone Village, The Marylebone hotel provides easy access to the best that London has to offer. The excitement and buzz of Marylebone Lane, Oxford Street and Park Lane, the world-famous stores of Bond Street and Mayfair and the green spaces of Regents Park and Hyde Park are all just a short walk away. The Doyle Collection The Doyle Collection is a carefully curated collection of eight Irish family-owned luxury and urban hotels located centrally in London, Dublin, Washington DC, Cork and Bristol. What binds our hotels together is the Doyle service ethos - a real warmth and thoughtfulness. We are proud to say that The Doyle Collection has maintained it's listing as one of the 'Best Large Workplaces' with Great Places to Work since 2017. This accolade means that our people are part of a culture of continuous improvement, working for leaders who are committed to the working environment. Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At The Doyle Collection, where everyone is valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. All our team members have the opportunity to thrive with an equal opportunities employer.
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Join our team as a Mice Cluster Sales Manager and drive business across our prestigious London properties: The Marylebone, The Bloomsbury, and The Kensington. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement a sales strategy to maximize MICE business across all three hotels Target corporate clients, event planners, and industry professionals to increase revenue Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to create impactful promotional materials and campaigns Analyse market trends and customer feedback to adapt sales tactics and capitalize on opportunities Work with hotel management teams to ensure seamless execution of MICE events Actively account manage allocated accounts and grow new accounts pipeline substantially. Opera Sales and Catering must be kept updated at all times and is a key part of the reporting and management of all accounts and incoming business requests Ensure that business demand and pipeline is carefully monitored, and plans put in place to convert business as needed for all three London hotels particularly for private dining and weekend specific events Understand the occupancy and rate needs and ensure that the overall value of a booking is considered when assessing the need. Follow up enquiries with rigour and passion and ensure that we achieve maximum conversion Proactively Manage a portfolio of key meetings accounts for the 3 London hotels and produce key account management plans to ensure that we optimise all opportunities, build new contacts from existing companies and seek to penetrate a wider relationship From time to time attend tradeshows and partner events representing all Doyle Collection hotels as appropriate. Understand the competitive market place and utilise the intelligence to convert revenue. Ensure that the hotels perform ahead of the market and share intelligence gathered with all the team Develop a pipeline of new markets with local partnerships and proactively manage the sales relationship Attend weekly revenue and operations meetings when from time to time, the requirement will be to present the departments performance and pipeline revenue accurately Manage all in- coming enquiries in a friendly and efficient manner ensuring that we are providing the proposals that answer the brief and maximising in all up-selling opportunities and converting the revenue Work in conjunction with M&E sales colleagues to drive meeting and events revenue from existing clients - monitor enquiries via Cvent and other third party portals and conduct prospecting calls in a timely manner. Take responsibility for the preparation and submission of statistical, performance and forecast reports on a weekly/monthly basis and contribute to the preparation of M&E segment budget process Host appropriate FAM trips and site inspections, ensuring that communication of Who, Why and What to the management and operations is always executed The Perks of working for The Marylebone Hotel: 28 days of holidays (including public holidays) Free meals on duty 50% discount when dining with The Doyle Collection Discounted rates when staying in our hotels Training dedicated to personal development Cycle to work scheme Discounts in selected stores and online shops Company pension Life Insurance The Marylebone, London Located just minutes from Oxford Street and in the heart of Marylebone Village, The Marylebone hotel provides easy access to the best that London has to offer. The excitement and buzz of Marylebone Lane, Oxford Street and Park Lane, the world-famous stores of Bond Street and Mayfair and the green spaces of Regents Park and Hyde Park are all just a short walk away. The Doyle Collection The Doyle Collection is a carefully curated collection of eight Irish family-owned luxury and urban hotels located centrally in London, Dublin, Washington DC, Cork and Bristol. What binds our hotels together is the Doyle service ethos - a real warmth and thoughtfulness. We are proud to say that The Doyle Collection has maintained it's listing as one of the 'Best Large Workplaces' with Great Places to Work since 2017. This accolade means that our people are part of a culture of continuous improvement, working for leaders who are committed to the working environment. Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At The Doyle Collection, where everyone is valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. All our team members have the opportunity to thrive with an equal opportunities employer.