Senior core administration support analyst Do you love data analysis? Does finding solutions to data queries excite you? If so, we have the ideal opportunity for you to work within our large, well-established Client Solutions team in Sheffield! This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Sheffield office Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like Working as part of the Client Solutions team, you will be an integral part of delivering solutions to our existing Pensions Administration clients. Producing and analysing data, reports as required for internal and external clients and requirements Identifying solutions to resolve data queries. Planning, prioritising and delivering assigned project activities for each client including reporting and additional information required for client meetings Reviewing project tracker and making sure all daily, monthly and annual processes are completed Participating actively in client catch-up calls and meetings as appropriate Highlighting risks and errors to relevant parties as soon as possible, following risk management processes Highlight areas of improvement in the team to increase effectiveness Communicating with relevant parties using the appropriate means and language inc attending internal meetings/calls where required Building strong relationships with client teams, client representatives and third-party providers Achieving team and individual targets KPIs, SLAs, quality targets. Contributing to the team, supporting the rest of the team based on their needs (a buddy to less experienced colleagues and supporting more senior colleagues) Maintaining required technical knowledge and behavioural standards, especially all regulatory and statutory requirements Having an awareness of the proportion of time spent on chargeable activities Reviewing the mailbox and work allocation tool and adhering to the timescales set for all tasks Following processes and updating controls Be responsible for personal compliance with Aon's project management and approval procedures How this opportunity is different A hybrid mix of office based (50%) and home working (50%) means you get the best of both worlds! Working with an well-established team of twenty data analysts who have a wealth of pensions knowledge between them, ranging from three months to twenty plus years. You will initially work alongside a mentor, ensuring that you are well supported, enabling you to reach your full potential. Skills and experience that will lead to success Proficient with Microsoft Excel - intermediate to Advanced Excel skills Pensions experience essential (DB,DC,LGPS) Proficiency with MS Office applications Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Excellent attention to detail and ongoing commitment to provide ongoing quality Experience of working in the Pensions service industry How we support our colleagues In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Senior core administration support analyst Do you love data analysis? Does finding solutions to data queries excite you? If so, we have the ideal opportunity for you to work within our large, well-established Client Solutions team in Sheffield! This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Sheffield office Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like Working as part of the Client Solutions team, you will be an integral part of delivering solutions to our existing Pensions Administration clients. Producing and analysing data, reports as required for internal and external clients and requirements Identifying solutions to resolve data queries. Planning, prioritising and delivering assigned project activities for each client including reporting and additional information required for client meetings Reviewing project tracker and making sure all daily, monthly and annual processes are completed Participating actively in client catch-up calls and meetings as appropriate Highlighting risks and errors to relevant parties as soon as possible, following risk management processes Highlight areas of improvement in the team to increase effectiveness Communicating with relevant parties using the appropriate means and language inc attending internal meetings/calls where required Building strong relationships with client teams, client representatives and third-party providers Achieving team and individual targets KPIs, SLAs, quality targets. Contributing to the team, supporting the rest of the team based on their needs (a buddy to less experienced colleagues and supporting more senior colleagues) Maintaining required technical knowledge and behavioural standards, especially all regulatory and statutory requirements Having an awareness of the proportion of time spent on chargeable activities Reviewing the mailbox and work allocation tool and adhering to the timescales set for all tasks Following processes and updating controls Be responsible for personal compliance with Aon's project management and approval procedures How this opportunity is different A hybrid mix of office based (50%) and home working (50%) means you get the best of both worlds! Working with an well-established team of twenty data analysts who have a wealth of pensions knowledge between them, ranging from three months to twenty plus years. You will initially work alongside a mentor, ensuring that you are well supported, enabling you to reach your full potential. Skills and experience that will lead to success Proficient with Microsoft Excel - intermediate to Advanced Excel skills Pensions experience essential (DB,DC,LGPS) Proficiency with MS Office applications Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Excellent attention to detail and ongoing commitment to provide ongoing quality Experience of working in the Pensions service industry How we support our colleagues In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Associate Director to join our Residential Research team. The successful candidate will lead and manage research initiatives focused on residential property trends, market analysis, and data-driven insights. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical and leadership abilities. This role sits within the B2C (Business to Consumer) section of the Residential Research department, where the main client is the Residential Sales & Lettings agency business. The individual will lead on analysis to answer a broad range of questions in order to inform the business and our clients. Key Responsibilities • Research leadership: Lead and oversee residential property research projects from inception to completion, ensuring high quality deliverables and actionable insights.• Market analysis: Analyse and interrogate published data and in-house market intelligence, gathered through the Savills network of UK offices utilising statistical techniques and data visualisation tools to extract meaningful insights.• Informing business decision making: Analyse and present to the Residential business on the performance of UK offices to help guide their strategy.• Communication: Write market reports for a consumer audience on the prime sales and lettings markets across London and the UK. Present analysis and commentary to the wider Research team, Agency colleagues and to clients at external events. • Collaboration: Liaise with research colleagues, the Residential Agency business, Marketing and PR teams to report on market trends and drivers. • Stakeholder engagement: Build and maintain relationships with senior management across Savills. Present research findings and recommendations to senior management, effectively communicating complex concepts in a clear and compelling manner.• Team management: Mentor and coach junior research analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture within the team. Key Skills • 5+ years of experience in residential property research, market analysis, or related fields.• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualisation tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Power BI).• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex concepts into clear and concise presentations and reports.• Strong team player with demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.• Proven track record of managing research projects, leading teams, and delivering high-quality outputs on time.• Strategic thinker and problem solver with the ability to identify opportunities, anticipate challenges, and develop innovative solutions.• Strong leadership abilities with experience mentoring and coaching junior team members.• Commitment to excellence, integrity, and continuous learning in the field of residential property research. Team Overview The Residential Research Team includes 31 members from Analyst to Director level. The team is split to cover both B2B and B2C. The B2B (Business to Business) team's work primarily focuses on providing research and consultancy on residential property to both internal and external clients. External clients include national government, house builders, developers, housing associations, charities, and investors. B2C is Business to consumer, so has a focus on Prime real estate publications and supporting the Estate Agency side of Savills. The Research Analyst role will sit within the B2C team. Both teams write market leading research publications. These provide our clients with market intelligence and insightful analysis. They often feature in national newspapers, such as the Financial Times, The Times and The Telegraph. The working environment is focused with lots of opportunities for social events and networking as well as a lot of collaboration amongst the teams. Find out more about Savills offer Recruitment agencies Savills only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been previously contacted and directed by a member of our recruitment team. We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to Savills or any of our employees other than via our careers website and through our recruitment process. If this is not adhered to, agency fees will not be paid.Submission of any unsolicited CVs or proposals to Savills will be deemed evidence of full and unlimited acceptance of this approach.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Associate Director to join our Residential Research team. The successful candidate will lead and manage research initiatives focused on residential property trends, market analysis, and data-driven insights. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical and leadership abilities. This role sits within the B2C (Business to Consumer) section of the Residential Research department, where the main client is the Residential Sales & Lettings agency business. The individual will lead on analysis to answer a broad range of questions in order to inform the business and our clients. Key Responsibilities • Research leadership: Lead and oversee residential property research projects from inception to completion, ensuring high quality deliverables and actionable insights.• Market analysis: Analyse and interrogate published data and in-house market intelligence, gathered through the Savills network of UK offices utilising statistical techniques and data visualisation tools to extract meaningful insights.• Informing business decision making: Analyse and present to the Residential business on the performance of UK offices to help guide their strategy.• Communication: Write market reports for a consumer audience on the prime sales and lettings markets across London and the UK. Present analysis and commentary to the wider Research team, Agency colleagues and to clients at external events. • Collaboration: Liaise with research colleagues, the Residential Agency business, Marketing and PR teams to report on market trends and drivers. • Stakeholder engagement: Build and maintain relationships with senior management across Savills. Present research findings and recommendations to senior management, effectively communicating complex concepts in a clear and compelling manner.• Team management: Mentor and coach junior research analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture within the team. Key Skills • 5+ years of experience in residential property research, market analysis, or related fields.• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualisation tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Power BI).• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex concepts into clear and concise presentations and reports.• Strong team player with demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.• Proven track record of managing research projects, leading teams, and delivering high-quality outputs on time.• Strategic thinker and problem solver with the ability to identify opportunities, anticipate challenges, and develop innovative solutions.• Strong leadership abilities with experience mentoring and coaching junior team members.• Commitment to excellence, integrity, and continuous learning in the field of residential property research. Team Overview The Residential Research Team includes 31 members from Analyst to Director level. The team is split to cover both B2B and B2C. The B2B (Business to Business) team's work primarily focuses on providing research and consultancy on residential property to both internal and external clients. External clients include national government, house builders, developers, housing associations, charities, and investors. B2C is Business to consumer, so has a focus on Prime real estate publications and supporting the Estate Agency side of Savills. The Research Analyst role will sit within the B2C team. Both teams write market leading research publications. These provide our clients with market intelligence and insightful analysis. They often feature in national newspapers, such as the Financial Times, The Times and The Telegraph. The working environment is focused with lots of opportunities for social events and networking as well as a lot of collaboration amongst the teams. Find out more about Savills offer Recruitment agencies Savills only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been previously contacted and directed by a member of our recruitment team. We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to Savills or any of our employees other than via our careers website and through our recruitment process. If this is not adhered to, agency fees will not be paid.Submission of any unsolicited CVs or proposals to Savills will be deemed evidence of full and unlimited acceptance of this approach.
Practicus are looking for a Business Analyst to work for our Consultancy Division, to deliver a cutting-edge piece of work for the NHS. PURPOSE & OPPORTUNITY - We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Interim Business Process Analyst to support the delivery of an AI and Robotic Process Automation software solution for NHS outpatient services. Some of these services include outpatient bookings, Imaging, Radiology, and Diagnostics. This role offers a unique opportunity to serve as a Business Analyst, mapping the processes for these services so that the software vendor can design and deliver an effective implementation. Once the software has been implemented, you will be required to facilitate user acceptance testing, training, and digital adoption. The work you deliver will have a significant impact on improving patient care. THE DIFFERENCE is that you will be an instrumental part of delivering a cutting-edge AI RPA solution into the NHS, which will automate repetitive tasks across their teams, freeing them up to do more meaningful work and focus on patient care. This solution will make patient processes more robust, effective, and accurate, significantly improving services and outcomes for patients, and will increase productivity across their teams in the coordination of care. THE ROLE IS BOTH INTERESTING AND CHALLENGING - because you will be involved at the early stages-from reviewing their internal cases to determine which services will receive the RPA solutions, to meeting with senior clinical leads to understand and map their processes, to managing change at the end of the program by facilitating UAT, Training, and Adoption of the solution. TO DELIVER THIS - we require an experienced Business Analyst who has mapped processes within the NHS for software delivery. Any RPA experience or knowledge would be an advantage. We are looking for someone with a confident and engaging communication style, comfortable working at all levels. WHY WORK WITH PRACTICUS? We've been supporting the NHS with the provision of senior interims since 2004. We care about what we do as much as you care about what you do. If you feel you could help our consultancy division deliver this cutting-edge piece of work, and impact the many people whose lives would be improved and enriched by the successful delivery of this portfolio, then I'd absolutely love to hear from you. EXPERIENCE: Proven experience as a Business Analyst with process mapping skills. Experience gained within the NHS, ideally with outpatient services, Radiology, Diagnostics, and outpatient bookings teams. Excellent communicator with the ability to engage at all levels. Strong experience in the use of Excel and MS VISIO Ability to analyse data. Experience with RPA - Robotics Process Automation would be desirable; we would also consider other software solutions introduced into the NHS such as EPR, e-referral, or outpatient bookings software. RATE: £400 per day, Outside IR35, reach out of you are on more for our future projects coming up. LENGTH: 3 - 6 months LOCATION: We have projects in the East of England and Buckinghamshire / 3 days On-site, 2 days remote. START: April 2024 PLEASE SEND YOUR CV ASAP TO ANDREW PANOS VIA THE APPLY NOW BUTTON, THANKS. Practicus Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To View our Privacy and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies, please visit the Practicus
May 05, 2024
Contractor
Practicus are looking for a Business Analyst to work for our Consultancy Division, to deliver a cutting-edge piece of work for the NHS. PURPOSE & OPPORTUNITY - We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Interim Business Process Analyst to support the delivery of an AI and Robotic Process Automation software solution for NHS outpatient services. Some of these services include outpatient bookings, Imaging, Radiology, and Diagnostics. This role offers a unique opportunity to serve as a Business Analyst, mapping the processes for these services so that the software vendor can design and deliver an effective implementation. Once the software has been implemented, you will be required to facilitate user acceptance testing, training, and digital adoption. The work you deliver will have a significant impact on improving patient care. THE DIFFERENCE is that you will be an instrumental part of delivering a cutting-edge AI RPA solution into the NHS, which will automate repetitive tasks across their teams, freeing them up to do more meaningful work and focus on patient care. This solution will make patient processes more robust, effective, and accurate, significantly improving services and outcomes for patients, and will increase productivity across their teams in the coordination of care. THE ROLE IS BOTH INTERESTING AND CHALLENGING - because you will be involved at the early stages-from reviewing their internal cases to determine which services will receive the RPA solutions, to meeting with senior clinical leads to understand and map their processes, to managing change at the end of the program by facilitating UAT, Training, and Adoption of the solution. TO DELIVER THIS - we require an experienced Business Analyst who has mapped processes within the NHS for software delivery. Any RPA experience or knowledge would be an advantage. We are looking for someone with a confident and engaging communication style, comfortable working at all levels. WHY WORK WITH PRACTICUS? We've been supporting the NHS with the provision of senior interims since 2004. We care about what we do as much as you care about what you do. If you feel you could help our consultancy division deliver this cutting-edge piece of work, and impact the many people whose lives would be improved and enriched by the successful delivery of this portfolio, then I'd absolutely love to hear from you. EXPERIENCE: Proven experience as a Business Analyst with process mapping skills. Experience gained within the NHS, ideally with outpatient services, Radiology, Diagnostics, and outpatient bookings teams. Excellent communicator with the ability to engage at all levels. Strong experience in the use of Excel and MS VISIO Ability to analyse data. Experience with RPA - Robotics Process Automation would be desirable; we would also consider other software solutions introduced into the NHS such as EPR, e-referral, or outpatient bookings software. RATE: £400 per day, Outside IR35, reach out of you are on more for our future projects coming up. LENGTH: 3 - 6 months LOCATION: We have projects in the East of England and Buckinghamshire / 3 days On-site, 2 days remote. START: April 2024 PLEASE SEND YOUR CV ASAP TO ANDREW PANOS VIA THE APPLY NOW BUTTON, THANKS. Practicus Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To View our Privacy and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies, please visit the Practicus
To help us own and operate some of Amazon's most exciting businesses, we're building an equally brilliant, global team to match To build the next generation of brands that people value and love across the world. Mission To combine expertise, technology, and dedication to create a portfolio of trusted products that touch people's everyday lives. 60-day working from abroad policy Discounts on select SellerX brands, corporate benefits and Urban sports club Subsidies for lunch and transportation Access to a learning and development platform Application Process 3 Team fit and skills evaluation Following a successful call with one of our recruiters, you will have the chance to showcase your skills through an in-depth interview (60 minutes) with one of our team members, covering both technical and behavioral aspects. 4 Take home test / case studies For many of our more senior or technical positions, we include a case study that takes no more than a few hours to complete. 5 Final interview The last stage involves a company fit interview (30 minutes) with the respective C-level leader. This interview will primarily focus on behavioral-based questions. 1 Application screening Once you submit your application, it will be carefully reviewed by one of our recruiters. You can expect to receive feedback from them within two working days. 2 Introduction call with a recruiter If your experience and skillset align with the applied role, you will be invited to a preliminary screening call lasting between 30 to 45 minutes. During this call, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the company, the position, and share your experience in greater detail. 3 Team fit and skills evaluation Following a successful call with one of our recruiters, you will have the chance to showcase your skills through an in-depth interview (60 minutes) with one of our team members, covering both technical and behavioral aspects. 4 Take home test / case studies For many of our more senior or technical positions, we include a case study that takes no more than a few hours to complete. 5 Final interview The last stage involves a company fit interview (30 minutes) with the respective C-level leader. This interview will primarily focus on behavioral-based questions. 1 Application screening Once you submit your application, it will be carefully reviewed by one of our recruiters. You can expect to receive feedback from them within two working days. 2 Introduction call with a recruiter If your experience and skillset align with the applied role, you will be invited to a preliminary screening call lasting between 30 to 45 minutes. During this call, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the company, the position, and share your experience in greater detail. 3 Team fit and skills evaluation Following a successful call with one of our recruiters, you will have the chance to showcase your skills through an in-depth interview (60 minutes) with one of our team members, covering both technical and behavioral aspects. Open Roles We're always looking for brilliant people who can make a big impact. Search for an open role or send us your resume. SellerX Mindset Slide Slide Slide Slide Slide The People Riding the Wave Mengfei Chen, Head of Supply Chain Integration "At SellerX, we embrace creativity and warmly welcome those seeking support whenever needed. We thrive as a team that's always ready to assist beyond our roles." 2021 Supply Chain Manager at SellerX (Q2) 2022 Promotion to Team Lead Supply Chain at SellerX (Q1) 2022 Team Lead Supply Chain Integration at SellerX (Q2) 2022 Led OPS onboarding of 35 brands to NetSuite (Q4) 2023 Promotion to Head of Supply Chain Integration at SellerX (Q2) " I appreciate this dynamic environment that fosters continuous learning. Here you'll work on impactful projects, utilizing cutting-edge tools to drive innovation." 2021 Strategic Planning Associate at SellerX (Q3) 2021 Built a scaled, automated inventory view for all SellerX brands on Amazon (Q3) 2022 Promotion to Senior Data Analyst at SellerX (Q1) 2022 Created self-service analytics tool (Q4) 2023 Promotion to Team Lead Data Analytics at SellerX (Q2) Recruitment process FAQs Working at SellerX What does your work culture look like? Our work culture is designed to empower employees, encourage innovation, and create a supportive and dynamic environment. We believe that promoting transparency and collaboration fosters a positive and fulfilling work experience for our team members. Am I allowed to work from another country? Absolutely! We have a "work from abroad" policy that allows you to work from another country for up to 60 days per year. Do you have flexible working hours? Yes, we do! While some positions may require specific time availability, we generally offer flexible working hours to accommodate different preferences. How often should I come to the office? To enhance collaboration, we follow a hybrid working model, requiring employees to be present in the office at least twice a week. However, certain positions and countries where our entities are located (Germany, UK, US, China, Spain) also offer fully remote work options. If applicable, it will be mentioned in the job description and further discussed by the recruiter during the initial call. Applying for a position Do you provide relocation support? Relocation support is evaluated on a case-by-case basis, depending on business needs and seniority. Do you help with the visa process? Yes, we do assist with the visa process for selected positions through collaboration with the respective agency. Please check with the assigned recruiter to confirm if we can provide visa assistance for the position you are interested in. Do you have any part-time or working student positions? If there are no part-time or working student positions currently listed on our website, we encourage you to submit an unsolicited application through our email . This allows us to save your information in our applicant tracking system and reach out to you when a relevant position becomes available. Application process How long should I wait for a response after applying? We strive to provide an initial response within two working days upon receiving your application. When can I expect feedback after the interview? We do our best to provide feedback promptly. In general, you can anticipate receiving feedback within a few days. How long does the interviewing process take? Typically, the interviewing process lasts approximately two to four weeks. How should I prepare for the interview? The best way to prepare is to familiarize yourself with our company by reading our website and press releases as well as researching the aggregator space itself. Please also take the time to think about any questions you might have regarding the role at SellerX. Contact Berlin London SellerX 1 Poultry London EC2R 8EJ United Kingdom SellerX C3 B, Huake Business Park No. 120 Guanchang Road Dongcheng Dongguan China Hong Kong SellerX 39/F, Tower 1, Metroplaza 223 Hing Fong Road Kwai Fong Hong Kong
May 05, 2024
Full time
To help us own and operate some of Amazon's most exciting businesses, we're building an equally brilliant, global team to match To build the next generation of brands that people value and love across the world. Mission To combine expertise, technology, and dedication to create a portfolio of trusted products that touch people's everyday lives. 60-day working from abroad policy Discounts on select SellerX brands, corporate benefits and Urban sports club Subsidies for lunch and transportation Access to a learning and development platform Application Process 3 Team fit and skills evaluation Following a successful call with one of our recruiters, you will have the chance to showcase your skills through an in-depth interview (60 minutes) with one of our team members, covering both technical and behavioral aspects. 4 Take home test / case studies For many of our more senior or technical positions, we include a case study that takes no more than a few hours to complete. 5 Final interview The last stage involves a company fit interview (30 minutes) with the respective C-level leader. This interview will primarily focus on behavioral-based questions. 1 Application screening Once you submit your application, it will be carefully reviewed by one of our recruiters. You can expect to receive feedback from them within two working days. 2 Introduction call with a recruiter If your experience and skillset align with the applied role, you will be invited to a preliminary screening call lasting between 30 to 45 minutes. During this call, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the company, the position, and share your experience in greater detail. 3 Team fit and skills evaluation Following a successful call with one of our recruiters, you will have the chance to showcase your skills through an in-depth interview (60 minutes) with one of our team members, covering both technical and behavioral aspects. 4 Take home test / case studies For many of our more senior or technical positions, we include a case study that takes no more than a few hours to complete. 5 Final interview The last stage involves a company fit interview (30 minutes) with the respective C-level leader. This interview will primarily focus on behavioral-based questions. 1 Application screening Once you submit your application, it will be carefully reviewed by one of our recruiters. You can expect to receive feedback from them within two working days. 2 Introduction call with a recruiter If your experience and skillset align with the applied role, you will be invited to a preliminary screening call lasting between 30 to 45 minutes. During this call, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the company, the position, and share your experience in greater detail. 3 Team fit and skills evaluation Following a successful call with one of our recruiters, you will have the chance to showcase your skills through an in-depth interview (60 minutes) with one of our team members, covering both technical and behavioral aspects. Open Roles We're always looking for brilliant people who can make a big impact. Search for an open role or send us your resume. SellerX Mindset Slide Slide Slide Slide Slide The People Riding the Wave Mengfei Chen, Head of Supply Chain Integration "At SellerX, we embrace creativity and warmly welcome those seeking support whenever needed. We thrive as a team that's always ready to assist beyond our roles." 2021 Supply Chain Manager at SellerX (Q2) 2022 Promotion to Team Lead Supply Chain at SellerX (Q1) 2022 Team Lead Supply Chain Integration at SellerX (Q2) 2022 Led OPS onboarding of 35 brands to NetSuite (Q4) 2023 Promotion to Head of Supply Chain Integration at SellerX (Q2) " I appreciate this dynamic environment that fosters continuous learning. Here you'll work on impactful projects, utilizing cutting-edge tools to drive innovation." 2021 Strategic Planning Associate at SellerX (Q3) 2021 Built a scaled, automated inventory view for all SellerX brands on Amazon (Q3) 2022 Promotion to Senior Data Analyst at SellerX (Q1) 2022 Created self-service analytics tool (Q4) 2023 Promotion to Team Lead Data Analytics at SellerX (Q2) Recruitment process FAQs Working at SellerX What does your work culture look like? Our work culture is designed to empower employees, encourage innovation, and create a supportive and dynamic environment. We believe that promoting transparency and collaboration fosters a positive and fulfilling work experience for our team members. Am I allowed to work from another country? Absolutely! We have a "work from abroad" policy that allows you to work from another country for up to 60 days per year. Do you have flexible working hours? Yes, we do! While some positions may require specific time availability, we generally offer flexible working hours to accommodate different preferences. How often should I come to the office? To enhance collaboration, we follow a hybrid working model, requiring employees to be present in the office at least twice a week. However, certain positions and countries where our entities are located (Germany, UK, US, China, Spain) also offer fully remote work options. If applicable, it will be mentioned in the job description and further discussed by the recruiter during the initial call. Applying for a position Do you provide relocation support? Relocation support is evaluated on a case-by-case basis, depending on business needs and seniority. Do you help with the visa process? Yes, we do assist with the visa process for selected positions through collaboration with the respective agency. Please check with the assigned recruiter to confirm if we can provide visa assistance for the position you are interested in. Do you have any part-time or working student positions? If there are no part-time or working student positions currently listed on our website, we encourage you to submit an unsolicited application through our email . This allows us to save your information in our applicant tracking system and reach out to you when a relevant position becomes available. Application process How long should I wait for a response after applying? We strive to provide an initial response within two working days upon receiving your application. When can I expect feedback after the interview? We do our best to provide feedback promptly. In general, you can anticipate receiving feedback within a few days. How long does the interviewing process take? Typically, the interviewing process lasts approximately two to four weeks. How should I prepare for the interview? The best way to prepare is to familiarize yourself with our company by reading our website and press releases as well as researching the aggregator space itself. Please also take the time to think about any questions you might have regarding the role at SellerX. Contact Berlin London SellerX 1 Poultry London EC2R 8EJ United Kingdom SellerX C3 B, Huake Business Park No. 120 Guanchang Road Dongcheng Dongguan China Hong Kong SellerX 39/F, Tower 1, Metroplaza 223 Hing Fong Road Kwai Fong Hong Kong
Salary: £39,000 Job Type: Full Time Location: Head Office - West Didsbury Benefits: Competitive pension, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loans for public transport plus much more. What you'll be doing: To produce and prepare timely and accurate performance management information as required across the Repairs Directorate to ensure added value through insight. Carry out detailed analysis of performance management information, using a wide range of tools, to understand trends, variations and exceptions, and the reasons for these. To provide regular updates around measures and ongoing performance to assist Heads of Service and Managers in decision making to focus on continuous improvement. Provide a suite of data to enable Managers to understand, act, learn and improve through the identification of trends and patterns. Working collaboratively with IT and business operation in order to deliver accurate performance data. What you'll need: Strong analytical skills and ability to provide pro-active insights as well as recommendations for change Significant experience of producing data / reports and in a variety of formats Advanced IT skills and proficient in using Microsoft Office applications -Intermediary / advanced Excel knowledge, experience with SQL in extracting data from source systems and Power Bi Ability to complete tasks in an accurate and timely manner when working under pressure with attention to detail. Experience of interrogating performance management information to identify trends and highlight where improvements could be made. Ability to collate a range of performance and measures data, including data from external agencies (Local Authorities etc.). Experience of using a range of tools to carry out detailed data analysis. Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate information into concise, appropriate and accessible reports for a range of audiences. Experience of successfully engaging colleagues and working collaboratively in delivering outcomes. Ability to coach colleagues to develop their ability to interrogate the data and use it to understand, learn, act and improve. Ability to develop and project a positive image of Great Places through personal, written and oral skills. Understanding of value for money. Experience of working within a defined change methodology e.g. Systems Thinking is desirable. Ability to develop and project a positive image of Great Places through personal, written and oral skills Good knowledge of the social housing sector is desirable What we need from you: A commitment to understand the challenges and opportunities that exist in the communities in which we work. We particularly value lived experience in social housing A passion to advocate on behalf of people and communities A commitment to work in partnership with others for the benefit of Great Places A commitment to continuous learning and improvement Ability to work flexibly and when needed outside normal working hours to ensure service continuity An ability to work in uncertainty. To be professional and work with integrity, inclusivity and respect for diversity What we give you in return for your hard work and commitment Pension DC scheme (up to 10% contribution from both colleagues and Great Places) WPA Healthcare auto enrolled at no contribution level with £1250 of savings available - option to increase & add family members Annual leave Start at 26 days annual leave, increasing up to 30 days + Bank Holidays Flexi time Allows colleagues to achieve a healthy work life balance whilst carrying out requirement of the role. A maximum of 13 days flexi can be taken in a year Professional fees The business pays the cost of one professional membership fee for each colleague The Market Place high street, restaurant & supermarket discounts, gym memberships, cycle to work, smart tech loans and much more Health and wellbeing initiatives Our colleagues enjoy wellbeing campaigns throughout the year, with activities designed around our four pillars of wellbeing, these include career wellbeing, mental wellbeing, physical wellbeing and financial wellbeing REF-
May 05, 2024
Full time
Salary: £39,000 Job Type: Full Time Location: Head Office - West Didsbury Benefits: Competitive pension, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loans for public transport plus much more. What you'll be doing: To produce and prepare timely and accurate performance management information as required across the Repairs Directorate to ensure added value through insight. Carry out detailed analysis of performance management information, using a wide range of tools, to understand trends, variations and exceptions, and the reasons for these. To provide regular updates around measures and ongoing performance to assist Heads of Service and Managers in decision making to focus on continuous improvement. Provide a suite of data to enable Managers to understand, act, learn and improve through the identification of trends and patterns. Working collaboratively with IT and business operation in order to deliver accurate performance data. What you'll need: Strong analytical skills and ability to provide pro-active insights as well as recommendations for change Significant experience of producing data / reports and in a variety of formats Advanced IT skills and proficient in using Microsoft Office applications -Intermediary / advanced Excel knowledge, experience with SQL in extracting data from source systems and Power Bi Ability to complete tasks in an accurate and timely manner when working under pressure with attention to detail. Experience of interrogating performance management information to identify trends and highlight where improvements could be made. Ability to collate a range of performance and measures data, including data from external agencies (Local Authorities etc.). Experience of using a range of tools to carry out detailed data analysis. Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate information into concise, appropriate and accessible reports for a range of audiences. Experience of successfully engaging colleagues and working collaboratively in delivering outcomes. Ability to coach colleagues to develop their ability to interrogate the data and use it to understand, learn, act and improve. Ability to develop and project a positive image of Great Places through personal, written and oral skills. Understanding of value for money. Experience of working within a defined change methodology e.g. Systems Thinking is desirable. Ability to develop and project a positive image of Great Places through personal, written and oral skills Good knowledge of the social housing sector is desirable What we need from you: A commitment to understand the challenges and opportunities that exist in the communities in which we work. We particularly value lived experience in social housing A passion to advocate on behalf of people and communities A commitment to work in partnership with others for the benefit of Great Places A commitment to continuous learning and improvement Ability to work flexibly and when needed outside normal working hours to ensure service continuity An ability to work in uncertainty. To be professional and work with integrity, inclusivity and respect for diversity What we give you in return for your hard work and commitment Pension DC scheme (up to 10% contribution from both colleagues and Great Places) WPA Healthcare auto enrolled at no contribution level with £1250 of savings available - option to increase & add family members Annual leave Start at 26 days annual leave, increasing up to 30 days + Bank Holidays Flexi time Allows colleagues to achieve a healthy work life balance whilst carrying out requirement of the role. A maximum of 13 days flexi can be taken in a year Professional fees The business pays the cost of one professional membership fee for each colleague The Market Place high street, restaurant & supermarket discounts, gym memberships, cycle to work, smart tech loans and much more Health and wellbeing initiatives Our colleagues enjoy wellbeing campaigns throughout the year, with activities designed around our four pillars of wellbeing, these include career wellbeing, mental wellbeing, physical wellbeing and financial wellbeing REF-
Get to know The Pokémon Company International The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world. Learn more online at and on Facebook (), YouTube (), Twitter (), and Instagram (). Get to know the role Job Title: Sr. Business Intelligence Analyst Job Summary: We are looking for a talented Sr. Business Intelligence Analyst who will drive change in European E-commerce, Marketing, Supply Chain and Licensing organization through influence of analytics and data insight capabilities at The Pokémon Company International. This position will be primarily responsible to deliver against analytics roadmaps and deliver recommendations, improve business processes through analytics across the various teams in the company. This role will partner with the US teams to create analytic solutions and data standards. This role will function as an analytic SME to influence stakeholders and act as the analytical engine of the company to provide insights, support and optimization on marketing campaigns, E-commerce and licensing performance. In addition, this position will assist in influencing and growing data strategy and measurement optimization across various initiatives and domains. The ideal candidate must have excellent communication skills, be self-directed, collaborative, drive accountability and have a keen ability to analyze data to identify and communicate patterns. FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt People Manager: No What you'll do Own all parts of the analytics analysis from design, development, analyzing, interpreting, and summarizing data findings to European E-commerce, Marketing, Supply Chain and Licensing stakeholders. Identify valuable patterns and insight across European E-commerce, Marketing, Supply Chain and Licensing and teams to drive impact on improvements for the organization. Collaborate across offices to build standard reporting, analytics and data standards for the domains. Drive recommendation and optimization solutions for automating data collection on technology and data platforms and products. Analyze data using statistics and other methodologies to solve business problems such as A/B testing recommendations. Become an analytic SME for high value and high impact projects to represent BI interests. Own and deliver the BI roadmap for each workstream. Integrate relevant information and disparate data sources in developing analysis, insights, and recommendations. Effectively scope, size, and plan the development of analytical solutions and set expectations accordingly. Create dashboards and visualizations to track key performance indicators and effectively communicate trends. Work with domain leadership to identify marketing goals, KPI and data strategy. Provide support for marketing campaign launches from analytics perspective. What you'll bring Eight (8) to eleven (11) years of relevant professional experience or a demonstrated equivalent level of expertise. Bachelor's degree in a related field or a demonstrated equivalent level of applicable experience. 3+ years or more providing analytics in E-commerce, Marketing, Supply Chain or Licensing spaces. Experience with data visualization through Looker, Tableau or similar tools. Expert user of SQL for data analysis. Excellent statistics background and ability to explain analytical methodologies to simply and thoroughly. Ability to work and communicate across multiple marketing teams and marketing domains. Experience with Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics or similar web analytics tool a plus. Experience with modern programming languages (Python, JavaScript, etc) a plus. Experience in marketing optimizations methodologies like A/B testing a plus. How you'll be successful Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do. Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities. Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results. Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve. Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a "team first" mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals. Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience. What to expect An employee first culture Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon Competitive cash-based compensation programs Base salary range: For this role, new hires generally start between £74,000.00 - £88,350.00. The full range is £74,000.00 - £112,000.00. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. Final base salary is directly related to each candidates' qualifications and professional experience uniquely. 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you Generous paid family leave Employer-paid life insurance Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance US Employees: 401k Employer Matching UK/IRE Employees: Pension Employer Contributions Fitness reimbursement Commuter benefit LinkedIn learning Comprehensive relocation package Hybrid work environment The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Get to know The Pokémon Company International The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world. Learn more online at and on Facebook (), YouTube (), Twitter (), and Instagram (). Get to know the role Job Title: Sr. Business Intelligence Analyst Job Summary: We are looking for a talented Sr. Business Intelligence Analyst who will drive change in European E-commerce, Marketing, Supply Chain and Licensing organization through influence of analytics and data insight capabilities at The Pokémon Company International. This position will be primarily responsible to deliver against analytics roadmaps and deliver recommendations, improve business processes through analytics across the various teams in the company. This role will partner with the US teams to create analytic solutions and data standards. This role will function as an analytic SME to influence stakeholders and act as the analytical engine of the company to provide insights, support and optimization on marketing campaigns, E-commerce and licensing performance. In addition, this position will assist in influencing and growing data strategy and measurement optimization across various initiatives and domains. The ideal candidate must have excellent communication skills, be self-directed, collaborative, drive accountability and have a keen ability to analyze data to identify and communicate patterns. FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt People Manager: No What you'll do Own all parts of the analytics analysis from design, development, analyzing, interpreting, and summarizing data findings to European E-commerce, Marketing, Supply Chain and Licensing stakeholders. Identify valuable patterns and insight across European E-commerce, Marketing, Supply Chain and Licensing and teams to drive impact on improvements for the organization. Collaborate across offices to build standard reporting, analytics and data standards for the domains. Drive recommendation and optimization solutions for automating data collection on technology and data platforms and products. Analyze data using statistics and other methodologies to solve business problems such as A/B testing recommendations. Become an analytic SME for high value and high impact projects to represent BI interests. Own and deliver the BI roadmap for each workstream. Integrate relevant information and disparate data sources in developing analysis, insights, and recommendations. Effectively scope, size, and plan the development of analytical solutions and set expectations accordingly. Create dashboards and visualizations to track key performance indicators and effectively communicate trends. Work with domain leadership to identify marketing goals, KPI and data strategy. Provide support for marketing campaign launches from analytics perspective. What you'll bring Eight (8) to eleven (11) years of relevant professional experience or a demonstrated equivalent level of expertise. Bachelor's degree in a related field or a demonstrated equivalent level of applicable experience. 3+ years or more providing analytics in E-commerce, Marketing, Supply Chain or Licensing spaces. Experience with data visualization through Looker, Tableau or similar tools. Expert user of SQL for data analysis. Excellent statistics background and ability to explain analytical methodologies to simply and thoroughly. Ability to work and communicate across multiple marketing teams and marketing domains. Experience with Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics or similar web analytics tool a plus. Experience with modern programming languages (Python, JavaScript, etc) a plus. Experience in marketing optimizations methodologies like A/B testing a plus. How you'll be successful Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do. Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities. Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results. Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve. Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a "team first" mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals. Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience. What to expect An employee first culture Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon Competitive cash-based compensation programs Base salary range: For this role, new hires generally start between £74,000.00 - £88,350.00. The full range is £74,000.00 - £112,000.00. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. Final base salary is directly related to each candidates' qualifications and professional experience uniquely. 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you Generous paid family leave Employer-paid life insurance Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance US Employees: 401k Employer Matching UK/IRE Employees: Pension Employer Contributions Fitness reimbursement Commuter benefit LinkedIn learning Comprehensive relocation package Hybrid work environment The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.
ACCA is committed to a workplace culture which is inclusive, diverse, human and connected. We welcome applications from candidates who meet some but not all of the criteria listed below. We're currently looking for a D365 F&O Developer. This position sits within our IT Team. We have offices in both Glasgow and London and will consider any UK based candidate. We can offer both hybrid and remote working options. D365 F&O Developer is a technical professional within Enterprise Services Platform CoE team with specific responsibility for the delivery of service improvement activity on the Dynamics 365 F&O services in project and business settings. D365 F&O Developer will require a good understanding of the product and how it fits within the wider ACCA technology landscape and D365 production and delivery process. The work will be delivered using our continuous delivery methodology work across IT and the business to gather requirements, look for opportunity and deliver, test and document service improvements across the Dynamics 365 services. The Job Implement and configure Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations modules according to business requirements. Support Digital Transformation deployment, go live, service introduction and post go live activities. Develop custom features, integrations, and extensions using X and other related technologies in D365 F&O with skilled in SQL Server, Reporting Services (SSRS), Electronic Reporting Dev Express, C# .NET, REST and JSON. Azure Cloud and integration. Develop the Dynamics 365 environment in support of organisation's strategy, change and financial plans aligned to business requirements. Develop the Dynamics 365 environment to enable the successful delivery of ACCA's Digital Transformation and IT's target operating model. Manage and control D365 F&O release process working closely with service providers as well as Digital Transformation. Provide ongoing support and maintenance for D365 F&O applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement fixes and enhancements. Develop the Dynamics 365 environment capability(s) for the IT directorate. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, project managers, and other developers, to deliver high-quality solutions. Stay updated with the latest D365 F&O features and updates. Evaluate and implement upgrades and enhancements to improve system performance and functionality. Conduct thorough testing of D365 F&O applications to ensure they meet quality standards and are error-free. Define Dynamics 365 through the application of best practise and industry standards including Microsoft Well Architected Framework, security controls and global data residency legislation, whilst nurturing and supporting our business during their transition to the technology from legacy services. The Person In-depth understanding of the Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations platform, including modules with proficiency in X for customizing forms, reports, workflows, and other elements of D365 F&O, and SQL Server, Reporting Services (SSRS), Electronic Reporting Dev Express, C# .NET, REST and JSON. Experience of shaping and delivering Dynamics 365 service improvements and ongoing management working across business functions and vendors Experience of working in organisations undergoing significant transformation Hands-on experience in customizing D365 F&O modules and integrating the application with other systems using various integration techniques. Experience with version control systems (e.g. Git) for managing codebase changes in a collaborative environment. Ability to create technical documentation, including design specification, test plans, and user guides. Experience of working across IT towers and business departments to gather requirements and deliver service improvements. Knowledge of Accounting Experience. Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of detailed technical concepts and to apply this understanding to everyday business problems. Proficiency in testing and debugging customizations to ensure they meet the specified requirements and do not adversely impact the system. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to think laterally and conceptually. Our Benefits We strive to create an environment where you can prioritise your wellbeing and so have designed our benefits to give you the flexibility and power to do so. Our core benefits include private healthcare, life assurance and income protection as well as a fantastic defined contribution pension scheme. We provide an employee assistance programme and are proud to offer a financial wellbeing tool called Nudge, to our employees. Our flexible benefits platform gives you the power to customise your benefit plan to suit your needs, you can choose to add a number of benefits including extra holidays, PMI family cover, cycle to work, Travel and Gym loans and more! You can also enjoy exclusive access to our discount site and wellbeing centre platform. We are committed to equal opportunities across our recruitment activities and have a real commitment to ensuring the inclusion and well-being of all employees. We have a blended approach to working to support our employees to balance the needs of their job with other aspects of their life.
May 05, 2024
Full time
ACCA is committed to a workplace culture which is inclusive, diverse, human and connected. We welcome applications from candidates who meet some but not all of the criteria listed below. We're currently looking for a D365 F&O Developer. This position sits within our IT Team. We have offices in both Glasgow and London and will consider any UK based candidate. We can offer both hybrid and remote working options. D365 F&O Developer is a technical professional within Enterprise Services Platform CoE team with specific responsibility for the delivery of service improvement activity on the Dynamics 365 F&O services in project and business settings. D365 F&O Developer will require a good understanding of the product and how it fits within the wider ACCA technology landscape and D365 production and delivery process. The work will be delivered using our continuous delivery methodology work across IT and the business to gather requirements, look for opportunity and deliver, test and document service improvements across the Dynamics 365 services. The Job Implement and configure Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations modules according to business requirements. Support Digital Transformation deployment, go live, service introduction and post go live activities. Develop custom features, integrations, and extensions using X and other related technologies in D365 F&O with skilled in SQL Server, Reporting Services (SSRS), Electronic Reporting Dev Express, C# .NET, REST and JSON. Azure Cloud and integration. Develop the Dynamics 365 environment in support of organisation's strategy, change and financial plans aligned to business requirements. Develop the Dynamics 365 environment to enable the successful delivery of ACCA's Digital Transformation and IT's target operating model. Manage and control D365 F&O release process working closely with service providers as well as Digital Transformation. Provide ongoing support and maintenance for D365 F&O applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement fixes and enhancements. Develop the Dynamics 365 environment capability(s) for the IT directorate. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, project managers, and other developers, to deliver high-quality solutions. Stay updated with the latest D365 F&O features and updates. Evaluate and implement upgrades and enhancements to improve system performance and functionality. Conduct thorough testing of D365 F&O applications to ensure they meet quality standards and are error-free. Define Dynamics 365 through the application of best practise and industry standards including Microsoft Well Architected Framework, security controls and global data residency legislation, whilst nurturing and supporting our business during their transition to the technology from legacy services. The Person In-depth understanding of the Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations platform, including modules with proficiency in X for customizing forms, reports, workflows, and other elements of D365 F&O, and SQL Server, Reporting Services (SSRS), Electronic Reporting Dev Express, C# .NET, REST and JSON. Experience of shaping and delivering Dynamics 365 service improvements and ongoing management working across business functions and vendors Experience of working in organisations undergoing significant transformation Hands-on experience in customizing D365 F&O modules and integrating the application with other systems using various integration techniques. Experience with version control systems (e.g. Git) for managing codebase changes in a collaborative environment. Ability to create technical documentation, including design specification, test plans, and user guides. Experience of working across IT towers and business departments to gather requirements and deliver service improvements. Knowledge of Accounting Experience. Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of detailed technical concepts and to apply this understanding to everyday business problems. Proficiency in testing and debugging customizations to ensure they meet the specified requirements and do not adversely impact the system. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to think laterally and conceptually. Our Benefits We strive to create an environment where you can prioritise your wellbeing and so have designed our benefits to give you the flexibility and power to do so. Our core benefits include private healthcare, life assurance and income protection as well as a fantastic defined contribution pension scheme. We provide an employee assistance programme and are proud to offer a financial wellbeing tool called Nudge, to our employees. Our flexible benefits platform gives you the power to customise your benefit plan to suit your needs, you can choose to add a number of benefits including extra holidays, PMI family cover, cycle to work, Travel and Gym loans and more! You can also enjoy exclusive access to our discount site and wellbeing centre platform. We are committed to equal opportunities across our recruitment activities and have a real commitment to ensuring the inclusion and well-being of all employees. We have a blended approach to working to support our employees to balance the needs of their job with other aspects of their life.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our greatest asset is our people, so our HR team focus on ensuring we are all reaching our potential. They use their specialist expertise to help us attract great talent, enable our employees to succeed and inspire a unified culture of development across our firm. By playing a role in the recruitment and management of our people, they help change lives and influence the future of BDO. Join a driven and passionate team where you can be yourself, while also helping your colleagues to achieve their ambitions. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The People Analytics Senior Manager role encompasses owning and driving the People Analytics strategy at BDO and management of the People Analytics team (3 Analysts). The role will include working closely with stakeholders both in HR and the wider business including the Central Data Office, Finance, IT, Leadership Team and Partnership Office to develop, prioritise and implement project plans to deliver the people analytics strategy. This is a role that will also draw on your technical experience in order to design best in class analytical solutions using a wide range of software and tools. While a number of People Analytics solutions are already in place, we are looking for someone who can review the current offerings and make bold steps in how we can change/adapt our approach to embed the importance of People Analytics and find new and better ways to ensure it is central to HR decision making. Achieving this will involve strong stakeholder management and ownership of data literacy upskilling across HR. A knowledge of Workday reporting (including Slides, Sheets, PRISM & Discovery Boards) is essential although a working knowledge or experience in other analytical tools (such as Excel & PowerBI) would also be advantageous. The role will involve managing and prioritising incoming ideas and requests; challenging and influencing thinking in order to achieve optimum outcomes. It will also draw on your own thought leadership and ideas and see you finding new and innovative ways of using people data to support firm and HR strategy. In this role you'll also: Continue and enhance the People Analytics Strategy Project manage key projects for the team, including scope management, resource planning and stakeholder management Bring the best external thinking and connect these developments and ideas to help support firm and HR strategy Provide value adding analysis and commentary derived from key metrics, to highlight what is happening with our people around the firm and to inform future people strategies. Motivate, manage and develop a team of 3 analysts, ensuring their work output finds the right balance between delivering against firm needs and contributing to individual career progression Ensure that data is kept securely in line with the Firm's Data Policy and inline with GDPR. At BDO, we use the full suite of Workday reporting tools; standard reporting and dashboards, slides, worksheets, discovery boards and PRISM. Having strong knowledge of the various tools and when best to use which, is key to this role. We use a wide range of reporting tools and techniques because at BDO, we are 'full suite' Workday users. As such, an appreciation of how Workday HCM operates would be helpful (for us this includes recruitment, learning, peakon, talent & performance and reward/comp). Understanding how security works across Workday is essential to ensure access to data and analytical solutions are appropriate for our people. Additionally, it would be a useful to have a knowledge of Workday integrations and Workday Finance as well experience with tools such as PowerBI. The People Analytics team do not just build and deploy reporting solutions. A pre-requisite for this role is the ability to interpret data, identify trends and draw meaningful conclusions (and coach others in how to do this). Keeping abreast of evolving people analytics theory and its practical application would be expected. You'll also be someone with: Strong stakeholder management skills Strategy and planning experience, with adaptability (knowledge of agile methodology helpful) The ability to communicate with authority and influence Creativity in design and solutioning Integrity and a good knowledge of GDPR & data security Coaching skills You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our greatest asset is our people, so our HR team focus on ensuring we are all reaching our potential. They use their specialist expertise to help us attract great talent, enable our employees to succeed and inspire a unified culture of development across our firm. By playing a role in the recruitment and management of our people, they help change lives and influence the future of BDO. Join a driven and passionate team where you can be yourself, while also helping your colleagues to achieve their ambitions. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The People Analytics Senior Manager role encompasses owning and driving the People Analytics strategy at BDO and management of the People Analytics team (3 Analysts). The role will include working closely with stakeholders both in HR and the wider business including the Central Data Office, Finance, IT, Leadership Team and Partnership Office to develop, prioritise and implement project plans to deliver the people analytics strategy. This is a role that will also draw on your technical experience in order to design best in class analytical solutions using a wide range of software and tools. While a number of People Analytics solutions are already in place, we are looking for someone who can review the current offerings and make bold steps in how we can change/adapt our approach to embed the importance of People Analytics and find new and better ways to ensure it is central to HR decision making. Achieving this will involve strong stakeholder management and ownership of data literacy upskilling across HR. A knowledge of Workday reporting (including Slides, Sheets, PRISM & Discovery Boards) is essential although a working knowledge or experience in other analytical tools (such as Excel & PowerBI) would also be advantageous. The role will involve managing and prioritising incoming ideas and requests; challenging and influencing thinking in order to achieve optimum outcomes. It will also draw on your own thought leadership and ideas and see you finding new and innovative ways of using people data to support firm and HR strategy. In this role you'll also: Continue and enhance the People Analytics Strategy Project manage key projects for the team, including scope management, resource planning and stakeholder management Bring the best external thinking and connect these developments and ideas to help support firm and HR strategy Provide value adding analysis and commentary derived from key metrics, to highlight what is happening with our people around the firm and to inform future people strategies. Motivate, manage and develop a team of 3 analysts, ensuring their work output finds the right balance between delivering against firm needs and contributing to individual career progression Ensure that data is kept securely in line with the Firm's Data Policy and inline with GDPR. At BDO, we use the full suite of Workday reporting tools; standard reporting and dashboards, slides, worksheets, discovery boards and PRISM. Having strong knowledge of the various tools and when best to use which, is key to this role. We use a wide range of reporting tools and techniques because at BDO, we are 'full suite' Workday users. As such, an appreciation of how Workday HCM operates would be helpful (for us this includes recruitment, learning, peakon, talent & performance and reward/comp). Understanding how security works across Workday is essential to ensure access to data and analytical solutions are appropriate for our people. Additionally, it would be a useful to have a knowledge of Workday integrations and Workday Finance as well experience with tools such as PowerBI. The People Analytics team do not just build and deploy reporting solutions. A pre-requisite for this role is the ability to interpret data, identify trends and draw meaningful conclusions (and coach others in how to do this). Keeping abreast of evolving people analytics theory and its practical application would be expected. You'll also be someone with: Strong stakeholder management skills Strategy and planning experience, with adaptability (knowledge of agile methodology helpful) The ability to communicate with authority and influence Creativity in design and solutioning Integrity and a good knowledge of GDPR & data security Coaching skills You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
WHAT YOU'LL DO As a Senior Knowledge Analyst (SKA) In a Client Focused role within BCG's TMT Practice Area (telco sector) , you will work in a growing global team, delivering value to clients via individual expertise and/or institutionalized knowledge assets (products, tools, data, workshops, frameworks, surveys, domain-specific data, and related expertise, etc.). You will contribute on cases and proposals by contributing relevant analysis and insights and help case teams create strong impact for the client. While contributing to client cases, workshops and proposals, occasional travel to serve clients onsite during staffing assignments is expected to understand client requirements, and design / develop solutions. As a Client Focused Senior Knowledge Analyst, you will support commercialization efforts for the topic/sector working, in conjunction with business leaders, through contributing analysis and insights to proposals, client workshops and marketing materials. Additionally, as a Senior Knowledge Analyst, you will contribute to developing intellectual property & assets for the business and assist in onboarding and training junior colleagues based on your topic/sector expertise. YOU'RE GOOD AT Solving complex client problems through relevant analytical approaches and customized solutions in telecommunication sector Analysis and problem solving, with a high capacity for conceptual and strategic/end-to-end thinking Operating comfortably in a client-facing role, managing demanding internal and external clients in a positive, service-oriented way, building strong relationships and demonstrating adaptability to bring value to teams at all stages of business development and case wor k Working flexibly, in an ever changing and complex environment, bringing a curious and creative mindset, demonstrating an openness and drive for purposing new and innovative ideas, and being comfortable with ambiguity and navigating a fast-paced environmen t Managing and communicating with senior internal stakeholders as well as partner organizations and clients, to present and engage audiences effectively Working collaboratively and effectively with teams, proficient in agile ways of working Prioritizing workload including through transparent discussion with senior stakeholders, operating with autonomy to execute on the planned priorities Telling a structured, clear and visually engaging story and creating impactful intellectual property that will build on our knowledge base YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) 1-2+ years of consulting / industry experience focusing on operational aspects within the telecommunications sector or other industries (e.g. Financial Institutions, Energy grids). Candidates with consulting experience preferred Candidates should have experience on operations transformation topics, Including, but not limited to, digital/ cost transformation, project management office/ project management, process optimization and other emerging topics In lieu of consulting experience, 2+ years minimum industry experience required Bachelor's Degree required Fluency in English Strong business acumen and problem-solving capabilities Strong written and verbal communication skills Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to interact with internal and external stakeholders while working in a global collaborative team environment YOU'LL WORK WITH As a Client Focus KT, you will work face to face with clients and with BCG Project Leaders, Associates and Consultants. In the period between cases, you will collaborate with global topic leads and colleagues across BCG to bring expertise and capabilities to the service of our internal and external clients. Our team is made up a diverse pool of knowledge positions that allow us to pursue exciting, innovative knowledge careers. The Knowledge Team (KT) is a group of functional and/or industry experts leveraging deep domain knowledge to enable insight for case teams and clients. KT members are affiliated to BCG Practice Areas, plugged into the strategic agenda and building and deploying leading edge IP data tools/assets to deliver insight. BCG's Knowledge Team members have the opportunity to be staffed on cases and help co-create insights with case teams and clients through expert perspectives on industry trends, delivery of proprietary data or tools in a particular function and complex research and analysis of market information. KT members also support the PA's business development and proposals and help to organize and codify the knowledge that enables BCG to deliver superior business value for its clients.
May 05, 2024
Full time
WHAT YOU'LL DO As a Senior Knowledge Analyst (SKA) In a Client Focused role within BCG's TMT Practice Area (telco sector) , you will work in a growing global team, delivering value to clients via individual expertise and/or institutionalized knowledge assets (products, tools, data, workshops, frameworks, surveys, domain-specific data, and related expertise, etc.). You will contribute on cases and proposals by contributing relevant analysis and insights and help case teams create strong impact for the client. While contributing to client cases, workshops and proposals, occasional travel to serve clients onsite during staffing assignments is expected to understand client requirements, and design / develop solutions. As a Client Focused Senior Knowledge Analyst, you will support commercialization efforts for the topic/sector working, in conjunction with business leaders, through contributing analysis and insights to proposals, client workshops and marketing materials. Additionally, as a Senior Knowledge Analyst, you will contribute to developing intellectual property & assets for the business and assist in onboarding and training junior colleagues based on your topic/sector expertise. YOU'RE GOOD AT Solving complex client problems through relevant analytical approaches and customized solutions in telecommunication sector Analysis and problem solving, with a high capacity for conceptual and strategic/end-to-end thinking Operating comfortably in a client-facing role, managing demanding internal and external clients in a positive, service-oriented way, building strong relationships and demonstrating adaptability to bring value to teams at all stages of business development and case wor k Working flexibly, in an ever changing and complex environment, bringing a curious and creative mindset, demonstrating an openness and drive for purposing new and innovative ideas, and being comfortable with ambiguity and navigating a fast-paced environmen t Managing and communicating with senior internal stakeholders as well as partner organizations and clients, to present and engage audiences effectively Working collaboratively and effectively with teams, proficient in agile ways of working Prioritizing workload including through transparent discussion with senior stakeholders, operating with autonomy to execute on the planned priorities Telling a structured, clear and visually engaging story and creating impactful intellectual property that will build on our knowledge base YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) 1-2+ years of consulting / industry experience focusing on operational aspects within the telecommunications sector or other industries (e.g. Financial Institutions, Energy grids). Candidates with consulting experience preferred Candidates should have experience on operations transformation topics, Including, but not limited to, digital/ cost transformation, project management office/ project management, process optimization and other emerging topics In lieu of consulting experience, 2+ years minimum industry experience required Bachelor's Degree required Fluency in English Strong business acumen and problem-solving capabilities Strong written and verbal communication skills Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to interact with internal and external stakeholders while working in a global collaborative team environment YOU'LL WORK WITH As a Client Focus KT, you will work face to face with clients and with BCG Project Leaders, Associates and Consultants. In the period between cases, you will collaborate with global topic leads and colleagues across BCG to bring expertise and capabilities to the service of our internal and external clients. Our team is made up a diverse pool of knowledge positions that allow us to pursue exciting, innovative knowledge careers. The Knowledge Team (KT) is a group of functional and/or industry experts leveraging deep domain knowledge to enable insight for case teams and clients. KT members are affiliated to BCG Practice Areas, plugged into the strategic agenda and building and deploying leading edge IP data tools/assets to deliver insight. BCG's Knowledge Team members have the opportunity to be staffed on cases and help co-create insights with case teams and clients through expert perspectives on industry trends, delivery of proprietary data or tools in a particular function and complex research and analysis of market information. KT members also support the PA's business development and proposals and help to organize and codify the knowledge that enables BCG to deliver superior business value for its clients.
WHAT YOU'LL DO The Global External Content Management (GECM) team helps BCG's internal stakeholders through the enablement and procurement of research sources and tools. This includes managing research sources suppliers, providing operational support, risk reduction and act as the central coordination of stakeholders. As the Senior Analyst in Third Party Data Management you will work alongside the Sources Lead and the Sourcing Manager to serve as BCG's relationship manager with providers of third-party data and research. You will lead the creation of internal business data strategies, planning, and drive business behaviors as it relates to vendors. Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Manage, including renewals, a portfolio of vendors across different geographies and to ensure no disruptions to business. Identify savings opportunities and build relationships with stakeholders and team support/lead multi-country and multi-function teams through supplier evaluation and selection, internal regular business reviews of their sources and planning. Negotiate and set new vendor contracts. YOU'RE GOOD AT Research/vendor /contract management and other vendor oversight activities. Developing and owning internal business relationships while managing external vendors Solving problems, using analytics to leverage available management information to build negotiation strategies Ability to work with minimum supervision Influencing senior business stakeholders YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) Undergraduate degree with high academic achievement 4-6+ years of relevant business experience in the professional services industry preferred Advanced knowledge of the key players in the information management industry and their strategies, pricing models, and technologies Good understanding of content rights management and copyright law concepts, and how to minimize liability and cost preferred Exposure in negotiating with vendors at senior level Strong analytic and communication skills Excellent presence and business acumen, planning, organizational, interpersonal skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders We are part of the global external content team; covering Sourcing/Contract management, Sourcing Operations, Integration & Portal, and Training & Communications. Your role focuses on the Sourcing/Contract management vertical and will be working closely with sourcing team mates and other colleagues, and business stakeholders & vendors globally.
May 05, 2024
Full time
WHAT YOU'LL DO The Global External Content Management (GECM) team helps BCG's internal stakeholders through the enablement and procurement of research sources and tools. This includes managing research sources suppliers, providing operational support, risk reduction and act as the central coordination of stakeholders. As the Senior Analyst in Third Party Data Management you will work alongside the Sources Lead and the Sourcing Manager to serve as BCG's relationship manager with providers of third-party data and research. You will lead the creation of internal business data strategies, planning, and drive business behaviors as it relates to vendors. Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Manage, including renewals, a portfolio of vendors across different geographies and to ensure no disruptions to business. Identify savings opportunities and build relationships with stakeholders and team support/lead multi-country and multi-function teams through supplier evaluation and selection, internal regular business reviews of their sources and planning. Negotiate and set new vendor contracts. YOU'RE GOOD AT Research/vendor /contract management and other vendor oversight activities. Developing and owning internal business relationships while managing external vendors Solving problems, using analytics to leverage available management information to build negotiation strategies Ability to work with minimum supervision Influencing senior business stakeholders YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) Undergraduate degree with high academic achievement 4-6+ years of relevant business experience in the professional services industry preferred Advanced knowledge of the key players in the information management industry and their strategies, pricing models, and technologies Good understanding of content rights management and copyright law concepts, and how to minimize liability and cost preferred Exposure in negotiating with vendors at senior level Strong analytic and communication skills Excellent presence and business acumen, planning, organizational, interpersonal skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders We are part of the global external content team; covering Sourcing/Contract management, Sourcing Operations, Integration & Portal, and Training & Communications. Your role focuses on the Sourcing/Contract management vertical and will be working closely with sourcing team mates and other colleagues, and business stakeholders & vendors globally.
JOB TITLE: Data Visualisation and Reporting Manager SALARY : £57,546 - £63,940 LOCATION: Edinburgh, Leeds or Bristol HOURS: Full-time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our office sites. Why Lloyds Banking Group Like the modern Britain we serve, we're evolving. Investing billions in our people, data and tech to transform the way we meet the ever-changing needs of our 26 million customers. We're growing with purpose. Join us on our journey and you will too. We're looking for someone with: A passion for designing and developing efficient, re-usable assets and capabilities to benefit our customers An Inquisitive nature- do you like to gather information and join the dots? You will be developing within a technical team who consume data and provide regular and ad-hoc business insight and reporting An enthusiasm for problem solving & analysis - you'll be investigating and analysing data to recommend and support solutions for customers Excellent stakeholder management skills - you will be collaboratively working with colleagues from different areas across Insurance, Pensions & Investments, and the Group in order to understand and provide value and insight for our customers Well defined planning & organising skills as things could change and you'll need to adapt to a flexible agenda and plan proactively to ensure key deadlines are met An eye for detail and be able to communicate to business audiences complex technical messaging - especially visually and through "telling the story" in a compelling way. What we would like to see: Experience of developing business solutions and insight using advanced data analytics (SQL) Able to provide insight and reporting using visualisation tools (PowerBI) Experience of developing improvements and simplification approaches Insurance, Pensions & Investments knowledge, or experience Excellent communication, presentation/visualisation, and story-telling skills Change Management experience Good interpersonal skills Line management experience to support junior analysts using Your Best Framework About working for us Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We want our people to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture. We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative. And it's why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups. We're disability confident. So if you'd like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: A generous pension contribution of up to 15% An annual performance-related bonus Share schemes including free shares Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping 30 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies Want to do amazing work, that's interesting and makes a difference to millions of people? Join our journey.
May 05, 2024
Full time
JOB TITLE: Data Visualisation and Reporting Manager SALARY : £57,546 - £63,940 LOCATION: Edinburgh, Leeds or Bristol HOURS: Full-time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our office sites. Why Lloyds Banking Group Like the modern Britain we serve, we're evolving. Investing billions in our people, data and tech to transform the way we meet the ever-changing needs of our 26 million customers. We're growing with purpose. Join us on our journey and you will too. We're looking for someone with: A passion for designing and developing efficient, re-usable assets and capabilities to benefit our customers An Inquisitive nature- do you like to gather information and join the dots? You will be developing within a technical team who consume data and provide regular and ad-hoc business insight and reporting An enthusiasm for problem solving & analysis - you'll be investigating and analysing data to recommend and support solutions for customers Excellent stakeholder management skills - you will be collaboratively working with colleagues from different areas across Insurance, Pensions & Investments, and the Group in order to understand and provide value and insight for our customers Well defined planning & organising skills as things could change and you'll need to adapt to a flexible agenda and plan proactively to ensure key deadlines are met An eye for detail and be able to communicate to business audiences complex technical messaging - especially visually and through "telling the story" in a compelling way. What we would like to see: Experience of developing business solutions and insight using advanced data analytics (SQL) Able to provide insight and reporting using visualisation tools (PowerBI) Experience of developing improvements and simplification approaches Insurance, Pensions & Investments knowledge, or experience Excellent communication, presentation/visualisation, and story-telling skills Change Management experience Good interpersonal skills Line management experience to support junior analysts using Your Best Framework About working for us Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We want our people to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture. We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative. And it's why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups. We're disability confident. So if you'd like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: A generous pension contribution of up to 15% An annual performance-related bonus Share schemes including free shares Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping 30 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies Want to do amazing work, that's interesting and makes a difference to millions of people? Join our journey.
A GLOBAL LEADING ASSET MANAGER WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we're always looking for ways to improve financial services. We're passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world. We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you'll unlock a motivating and impactful career - all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world's leading global asset managers! If you're not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that's investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today. At PGIM, You Can! What you will do PGIM Compliance seeks a Compliance Analyst to support PGIM Marketing Compliance. Based in London, the Compliance Analyst will be part of the team responsible for all elements related to product development and marketing. Key aspects of the role include. Assisting with marketing reviews, including conducting marketing reviews to ensure company branding and relevant regulatory standards are met in marketing materials. Assisting with the monitoring, tracking, and communicating developments in EMEA regulation (and market practices) as they relate to marketing activities. Assisting with the maintenance of relevant procedures and the provision of advice and training to businesses and Compliance colleagues on regulatory matters pertaining to marketing issues Assisting with projects intended to streamline processes, including the use of system-based approvals, and incorporating new communication techniques in the marketing lifecycle. Reporting to senior management (Compliance and business line) as required, on improvements introduced and/or challenges faced. All tasks will be conducted in such a way as to protect the integrity and reputation of PFI, PGIM, Inc. and its global subsidiaries. What you will bring You have a genuine interest in, and experience of, European financial regulation and in investments and financial markets, especially in the marketing of products and services. You are a strong collaborator who is inquisitive, self-motivated, industrious, and prepared to constructively challenge the status quo. You have a proven record of operating within an asset management environment. You must be able to meet tight deadlines whilst maintaining a high quality of work. You have good verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to deal with individuals at all levels of seniority. You can critically analyse, identify potential risks, and strive to propose solutions. Relevant strong academic background (degree or equivalent) and experience Minimum 1+ years of relevant Compliance experience Strong Microsoft Office Suite skillset, particularly Excel Experience of Salesforce, Red Oak, Workfront or other marketing databases preferred. Knowledge of fund marketing, particularly of AIFs and/or UCITS, is preferred. PGIM welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply. What we offer you Private Medical Insurance: PGIM offers private medical insurance and pays the full premium on behalf of all employees. Annual Leave of 25 to 28 days, based on years of service, at full pay. Retirement Savings Plan: Employees receive a company contribution of 10% basic annual salary and a maximum employer-matching contribution of 5% of basic annual salary. Life Assurance & Income Protection: Life Assurance for 12 times your basic annual salary, up to a max benefit of £1.8million. 60% of your basic annual salary for a limited payment term of 5 years, at the end of which a capital sum of 2x your basic annual salary is payable. To find out more about our Total Reward package, visit About PGIM - Global Asset Management PGIM is the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), a leading global investment manager with nearly US$1.29 trillion in assets under management as of 31 December 2023. With offices in 18 countries, PGIM's businesses offer a range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors around the world across a broad range of asset classes, including public fixed income, private fixed income, fundamental equity, quantitative equity, real estate, and alternatives. With a history dating back 148 years, and experience through more than 30 market cycles, PGIM takes a long-term view, not only in our investment philosophy, but also in how we develop our talent. We want to see our employees excel from their first day with the firm and throughout their tenure with PGIM. We will inspire you, support you, and help you reach your greatest personal and professional aspirations. If PGIM sounds like the place for you, join us. For more information about PGIM, visit Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Prudential Financial, Inc. is focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don't just accept difference-we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential. -Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Prudential is a multinational financial services leader with operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Leveraging its heritage of life insurance and asset management expertise, Prudential is focused on helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth. The company's well-known Rock symbol is an icon of strength, stability, expertise and innovation that has stood the test of time. Prudential's businesses offer a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds, asset management, and real estate services, some of which may not be available in your area. We recognize that our strength and success are directly linked to the quality and skills of our diverse associates. We are proud to be a place where talented people who want to make a difference can grow as professionals, leaders, and as individuals. Visit to learn more about our values, our history and our brand. Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status , medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.
May 05, 2024
Full time
A GLOBAL LEADING ASSET MANAGER WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we're always looking for ways to improve financial services. We're passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world. We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you'll unlock a motivating and impactful career - all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world's leading global asset managers! If you're not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that's investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today. At PGIM, You Can! What you will do PGIM Compliance seeks a Compliance Analyst to support PGIM Marketing Compliance. Based in London, the Compliance Analyst will be part of the team responsible for all elements related to product development and marketing. Key aspects of the role include. Assisting with marketing reviews, including conducting marketing reviews to ensure company branding and relevant regulatory standards are met in marketing materials. Assisting with the monitoring, tracking, and communicating developments in EMEA regulation (and market practices) as they relate to marketing activities. Assisting with the maintenance of relevant procedures and the provision of advice and training to businesses and Compliance colleagues on regulatory matters pertaining to marketing issues Assisting with projects intended to streamline processes, including the use of system-based approvals, and incorporating new communication techniques in the marketing lifecycle. Reporting to senior management (Compliance and business line) as required, on improvements introduced and/or challenges faced. All tasks will be conducted in such a way as to protect the integrity and reputation of PFI, PGIM, Inc. and its global subsidiaries. What you will bring You have a genuine interest in, and experience of, European financial regulation and in investments and financial markets, especially in the marketing of products and services. You are a strong collaborator who is inquisitive, self-motivated, industrious, and prepared to constructively challenge the status quo. You have a proven record of operating within an asset management environment. You must be able to meet tight deadlines whilst maintaining a high quality of work. You have good verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to deal with individuals at all levels of seniority. You can critically analyse, identify potential risks, and strive to propose solutions. Relevant strong academic background (degree or equivalent) and experience Minimum 1+ years of relevant Compliance experience Strong Microsoft Office Suite skillset, particularly Excel Experience of Salesforce, Red Oak, Workfront or other marketing databases preferred. Knowledge of fund marketing, particularly of AIFs and/or UCITS, is preferred. PGIM welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply. What we offer you Private Medical Insurance: PGIM offers private medical insurance and pays the full premium on behalf of all employees. Annual Leave of 25 to 28 days, based on years of service, at full pay. Retirement Savings Plan: Employees receive a company contribution of 10% basic annual salary and a maximum employer-matching contribution of 5% of basic annual salary. Life Assurance & Income Protection: Life Assurance for 12 times your basic annual salary, up to a max benefit of £1.8million. 60% of your basic annual salary for a limited payment term of 5 years, at the end of which a capital sum of 2x your basic annual salary is payable. To find out more about our Total Reward package, visit About PGIM - Global Asset Management PGIM is the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), a leading global investment manager with nearly US$1.29 trillion in assets under management as of 31 December 2023. With offices in 18 countries, PGIM's businesses offer a range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors around the world across a broad range of asset classes, including public fixed income, private fixed income, fundamental equity, quantitative equity, real estate, and alternatives. With a history dating back 148 years, and experience through more than 30 market cycles, PGIM takes a long-term view, not only in our investment philosophy, but also in how we develop our talent. We want to see our employees excel from their first day with the firm and throughout their tenure with PGIM. We will inspire you, support you, and help you reach your greatest personal and professional aspirations. If PGIM sounds like the place for you, join us. For more information about PGIM, visit Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Prudential Financial, Inc. is focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don't just accept difference-we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential. -Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Prudential is a multinational financial services leader with operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Leveraging its heritage of life insurance and asset management expertise, Prudential is focused on helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth. The company's well-known Rock symbol is an icon of strength, stability, expertise and innovation that has stood the test of time. Prudential's businesses offer a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds, asset management, and real estate services, some of which may not be available in your area. We recognize that our strength and success are directly linked to the quality and skills of our diverse associates. We are proud to be a place where talented people who want to make a difference can grow as professionals, leaders, and as individuals. Visit to learn more about our values, our history and our brand. Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status , medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.
Senior Performance Analyst, London To £80,000 basic salary plus bonus and benefits Hybrid working The Opportunity: Reporting into the Head of Investment Risk, this is a truly wonderful opportunity to operate as the Risk department's expert in performance measurement. Additionally, the role will evolve to contribute to both ex anti and ex post risk measures Production of the Department's regular performance reports for both internal and external clients using both 3rd party software (Factset) and manual calculations In-depth analysis of performance for in-house funds and client mandates on the request of managers or on a proactive basis - bespoke proactive query based performance work will form a key part of the role Respond to all internal and external client queries on all performance related matters in a prompt and comprehensive manner Continuously review and improve performance related processes within the department to enhance and advance the quality of output. Ensure output to end-users is meeting their requirements and improving the sophistication or reporting in relation to feedback Real focus on improving the impact and value of the performance function throughout the whole value chain, working with and positively influencing a wide range of internal stakeholders from across the entire business - this role is highly visible with a focus on the value-add! Maintain all software and internally created performance databases and with the external relationships if applicable To help with risk-based queries where needed and provide cover for holidays and illness on regular production-based work Your Experience: You will be able to demonstrate a strong record of academic rigour, combined with completion of a relevant professional industry qualification. This might include the IMC, CAIA or levels of the CFA You will have a demonstrable technical Performance Measurement experience from a forward thinking Asset Manager and understand from first principles, all calculations and methodologies pertaining to, and the calculation of, investment performance and attribution across a range of asset classes, including equities, fixed income, FX and derivatives It is hopeful that you will also have a working knowledge of basic risk principles, and certainly a desire to learn them Possess an extremely high level Microsoft Excel Use, and ideally have experience of working with FactSet Analytics You will be an excellent written and oral communicator and look to be an ambassador for the Performance / Risk Team across the wider business, promoting the capability of the team's brand in all interactions Be able to solve complex performance related problems quickly and efficiently using all the tools available, and work within a proactive manner Participate and take the lead in a range of project based working initiatives and proactively look to enhance working procedures and practices, ensuring all work is completely comprehensively and accurately The Company: A prestigious Asset Manager with an enviable track record of success over many decades Headquartered in London within beautifully appointed offices With strengths in both Private Clients and a range of Institutional Client types, my client is focused on strategic growth and adapting its very client centric approach to drive future success A progressive working culture that promotes individual thought and supports both personal and professional development My client operates a hybrid working model
May 05, 2024
Full time
Senior Performance Analyst, London To £80,000 basic salary plus bonus and benefits Hybrid working The Opportunity: Reporting into the Head of Investment Risk, this is a truly wonderful opportunity to operate as the Risk department's expert in performance measurement. Additionally, the role will evolve to contribute to both ex anti and ex post risk measures Production of the Department's regular performance reports for both internal and external clients using both 3rd party software (Factset) and manual calculations In-depth analysis of performance for in-house funds and client mandates on the request of managers or on a proactive basis - bespoke proactive query based performance work will form a key part of the role Respond to all internal and external client queries on all performance related matters in a prompt and comprehensive manner Continuously review and improve performance related processes within the department to enhance and advance the quality of output. Ensure output to end-users is meeting their requirements and improving the sophistication or reporting in relation to feedback Real focus on improving the impact and value of the performance function throughout the whole value chain, working with and positively influencing a wide range of internal stakeholders from across the entire business - this role is highly visible with a focus on the value-add! Maintain all software and internally created performance databases and with the external relationships if applicable To help with risk-based queries where needed and provide cover for holidays and illness on regular production-based work Your Experience: You will be able to demonstrate a strong record of academic rigour, combined with completion of a relevant professional industry qualification. This might include the IMC, CAIA or levels of the CFA You will have a demonstrable technical Performance Measurement experience from a forward thinking Asset Manager and understand from first principles, all calculations and methodologies pertaining to, and the calculation of, investment performance and attribution across a range of asset classes, including equities, fixed income, FX and derivatives It is hopeful that you will also have a working knowledge of basic risk principles, and certainly a desire to learn them Possess an extremely high level Microsoft Excel Use, and ideally have experience of working with FactSet Analytics You will be an excellent written and oral communicator and look to be an ambassador for the Performance / Risk Team across the wider business, promoting the capability of the team's brand in all interactions Be able to solve complex performance related problems quickly and efficiently using all the tools available, and work within a proactive manner Participate and take the lead in a range of project based working initiatives and proactively look to enhance working procedures and practices, ensuring all work is completely comprehensively and accurately The Company: A prestigious Asset Manager with an enviable track record of success over many decades Headquartered in London within beautifully appointed offices With strengths in both Private Clients and a range of Institutional Client types, my client is focused on strategic growth and adapting its very client centric approach to drive future success A progressive working culture that promotes individual thought and supports both personal and professional development My client operates a hybrid working model
Our M&A Advisory practice assists middle-market companies and is differentiated by industry expertise and superior deal execution. At Kroll, your work will help deliver clarity to our clients' most complex governance, risk, and transparency challenges. Apply now to join One team, One Kroll . Navigating Responsibilities: Research and analyse industry and company information Perform financial analyses, including comparable transaction and public company analysis Build detailed financial models, incorporating operational and cash flow forecasts Draft teasers, information memorandums and other marketing documents Research and develop potential strategic and private equity buyer lists The ideal candidate: Minimum of two years of financially focused work experience (investment banking or accounting experience preferred) Demonstrates an understanding of financial statement analysis, the merger & acquisition process, and company valuation techniques (discounted cash flow analysis, public company multiples, transaction multiples) Strong analytical, comprehension and problem-solving skills, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills Dedication to teamwork, demonstrated leadership potential and strong personal integrity Ability to prioritise tasks, work on multiple assignments and manage rapidly changing assignments in a team environment Flexibility to travel, as needed About Kroll In a world of disruption and increasingly complex business challenges, our professionals bring truth into focus with the Kroll Lens. Our sharp analytical skills, paired with the latest technology, allow us to give our clients clarity-not just answers-in all areas of business. We embrace diverse backgrounds and global perspectives, and we cultivate diversity by respecting, including, and valuing one another. As part of One team, One Kroll , you'll contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment that empowers you to excel. In order to be considered for a position, you must formally apply via Kroll is committed to equal opportunity and diversity, and recruits people based on merit. Annual Impact Report 2023: Doing Business Consciously In this report, you will see how our global workforce of colleagues has brought together diversity of thought to challenge each other and work shoulder to shoulder for greater good. Kroll is headquartered in New York with offices around the world. Sign up to receive periodic news, reports, and invitations from Kroll.Our privacy policy describes how your data will be processed. 2024 Kroll, LLC. All rights reserved.Kroll is not affiliated with Kroll Bond Rating Agency,Kroll OnTrack Inc. or their affiliated businesses. Read more . Kroll is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We will not discriminate between applications for reason of gender, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual , marital status, gender identity, veteran status, age or disability. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact Emily Spears at +1 . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about status of an application. Click here to view a video regarding self-identification of individuals with disabilities or those requesting accommodation. Applicants and employees notice of EEO rights are available in our office and online here. Click here to read our Pay Transparency Policy.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Our M&A Advisory practice assists middle-market companies and is differentiated by industry expertise and superior deal execution. At Kroll, your work will help deliver clarity to our clients' most complex governance, risk, and transparency challenges. Apply now to join One team, One Kroll . Navigating Responsibilities: Research and analyse industry and company information Perform financial analyses, including comparable transaction and public company analysis Build detailed financial models, incorporating operational and cash flow forecasts Draft teasers, information memorandums and other marketing documents Research and develop potential strategic and private equity buyer lists The ideal candidate: Minimum of two years of financially focused work experience (investment banking or accounting experience preferred) Demonstrates an understanding of financial statement analysis, the merger & acquisition process, and company valuation techniques (discounted cash flow analysis, public company multiples, transaction multiples) Strong analytical, comprehension and problem-solving skills, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills Dedication to teamwork, demonstrated leadership potential and strong personal integrity Ability to prioritise tasks, work on multiple assignments and manage rapidly changing assignments in a team environment Flexibility to travel, as needed About Kroll In a world of disruption and increasingly complex business challenges, our professionals bring truth into focus with the Kroll Lens. Our sharp analytical skills, paired with the latest technology, allow us to give our clients clarity-not just answers-in all areas of business. We embrace diverse backgrounds and global perspectives, and we cultivate diversity by respecting, including, and valuing one another. As part of One team, One Kroll , you'll contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment that empowers you to excel. In order to be considered for a position, you must formally apply via Kroll is committed to equal opportunity and diversity, and recruits people based on merit. Annual Impact Report 2023: Doing Business Consciously In this report, you will see how our global workforce of colleagues has brought together diversity of thought to challenge each other and work shoulder to shoulder for greater good. Kroll is headquartered in New York with offices around the world. Sign up to receive periodic news, reports, and invitations from Kroll.Our privacy policy describes how your data will be processed. 2024 Kroll, LLC. All rights reserved.Kroll is not affiliated with Kroll Bond Rating Agency,Kroll OnTrack Inc. or their affiliated businesses. Read more . Kroll is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We will not discriminate between applications for reason of gender, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual , marital status, gender identity, veteran status, age or disability. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact Emily Spears at +1 . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about status of an application. Click here to view a video regarding self-identification of individuals with disabilities or those requesting accommodation. Applicants and employees notice of EEO rights are available in our office and online here. Click here to read our Pay Transparency Policy.
Product Portfolio Manager Salary: Competitive + eligible for 10% bonus per annum Location: Basingstoke - Hybrid working Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Full Time - 36.5 hrs per week The Vacancy We are looking for a Product Portfolio Manager to join our growing Innovation team within our Currency division. A new role, reporting into the Product Strategy Director and working closely with Product Management, this will drive the strategic alignment of the product portfolio in an evolving market context. To achieve this, the role holder will manage the comprehensive view of the portfolio that the company can offer in order to balance and prioritise future areas of focus. They will manage the product portfolio processes, evaluating both the market and internal drivers to identify trends, risks and opportunities. Key Responsibilities Portfolio Strategy Ensure portfolio alignment to strategic goals Provide clear logic and rationale to support recommendations and highlight options available to the business, with risks, costs and consequences of selecting those projects Portfolio Management Accountable for supporting a structured product roadmap, as guided by the Portfolio Review Committee (PRC), that maintains a balance of differentiation, innovation, incremental improvements, cost savings, design for manufacture, IP and risk Use metrics and data visualisation effectively to report portfolio performance and support decision-making at the team or organisational level Work closely with Product, Security Features Development and New Product Introduction teams to coordinate the commercial aspects of the projects (business cases, market testing, impact and rationale, financial plans etc) Administration of the Project Approval Committee (PAC) to manage ongoing projects and ensure they deliver to both market and internal requirements. Market Dynamics (Market insight & needs) Gather, evaluate and visualise customer insight such as segment trends, buying behaviours etc Monitor competitive intelligence and analyse financials, performance, activities, product offering and capabilities Evaluate the market potential and alignment of the current product portfolio, using knowledge of technical, product, customer and competitor trends. Interpret uptake trends and analysis in the context of the Product Portfolio This is a fantastic opportunity to take a sidestep from a standard Product Manager position, if you're looking to step into a broader role or if you have a strong strategic acumen. We feel it would also be suited to someone working in strategy looking to move into a more action taking role. There is also the opportunity for some mentorship and guidance should a graduate or Analyst have the right basic skill set required and shows an interest in progressing. Skills, Qualifications & Experience Strong communicator, able to consolidate information to the core of the matter Teamwork and collaborative approach across the Currency functions Analytical and critical thinking, with aptitude for strategic planning Data driven with strong Excel and Power BI analysis skills Business acumen, able to understand business implications of technical projects Organised and able to prioritise and balance conflicting demands Market awareness and technical familiarity with similar products and manufacturing processes (desirable) This position is located in Basingstoke, UK but we are offering hybrid working with a number of days in the office and at home. These can be flexible, however standard office days are Tues - Thurs. To be eligible for consideration, you must be authorised to work in the UK without company sponsorship. About De La Rue De La Rue's purpose is securing trust between people, businesses, and governments. We operate across six continents to provide highly secure physical and digital solutions to 140 countries. As an authentication and currency provider we are the trusted partner of choice for governments, central banks and businesses seeking to secure their global supply chains and cash cycles. De La Rue Currency is the only fully integrated provider of polymer substrate, security features and banknotes. In collaboration with central banks, we have enabled new banknote launches under every range of situation and our banknotes successfully circulate in all environments across the Americas, Asia, Africa & Europe. We also have the largest banknote design team and one of the most diverse currency portfolios in the world, meaning the banknotes we product meet the aesthetic, functional, budgetary and security needs of an individual printing works or central bank. Benefits Eligible for the Company's annual incentive scheme Hybrid working opportunities 26 days annual leave + bank holidays Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our Annual Leave Flexibility Scheme Contributory pension scheme (De La Rue pay 1.5x the employee's contribution up to a maximum of 9%) Life assurance - 4x your annual salary Private health insurance - No cost for single cover, subsidised rates for additional dependant cover Sharesave Scheme - opportunity to buy shares in De La Rue Cycle to Work Scheme Subsidised Gym Memberships Various other perks and Employee Assistance packages Enhanced family friendly policies Please note that applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and therefore interviews may be held prior to the closing date for this vacancy. Join the Team We want to work with people like you from all backgrounds and experiences, to help us gain a diverse workforce with a broad outlook and sharp expertise. We are looking for people unafraid to go that extra mile, bringing with them unique characteristics and abilities. Show us you have what it takes and we'll reward you with a great place to work alongside other great people. Global business, global people. We think De La Rue is an amazing place to work. But don't just take our word for it.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Product Portfolio Manager Salary: Competitive + eligible for 10% bonus per annum Location: Basingstoke - Hybrid working Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Full Time - 36.5 hrs per week The Vacancy We are looking for a Product Portfolio Manager to join our growing Innovation team within our Currency division. A new role, reporting into the Product Strategy Director and working closely with Product Management, this will drive the strategic alignment of the product portfolio in an evolving market context. To achieve this, the role holder will manage the comprehensive view of the portfolio that the company can offer in order to balance and prioritise future areas of focus. They will manage the product portfolio processes, evaluating both the market and internal drivers to identify trends, risks and opportunities. Key Responsibilities Portfolio Strategy Ensure portfolio alignment to strategic goals Provide clear logic and rationale to support recommendations and highlight options available to the business, with risks, costs and consequences of selecting those projects Portfolio Management Accountable for supporting a structured product roadmap, as guided by the Portfolio Review Committee (PRC), that maintains a balance of differentiation, innovation, incremental improvements, cost savings, design for manufacture, IP and risk Use metrics and data visualisation effectively to report portfolio performance and support decision-making at the team or organisational level Work closely with Product, Security Features Development and New Product Introduction teams to coordinate the commercial aspects of the projects (business cases, market testing, impact and rationale, financial plans etc) Administration of the Project Approval Committee (PAC) to manage ongoing projects and ensure they deliver to both market and internal requirements. Market Dynamics (Market insight & needs) Gather, evaluate and visualise customer insight such as segment trends, buying behaviours etc Monitor competitive intelligence and analyse financials, performance, activities, product offering and capabilities Evaluate the market potential and alignment of the current product portfolio, using knowledge of technical, product, customer and competitor trends. Interpret uptake trends and analysis in the context of the Product Portfolio This is a fantastic opportunity to take a sidestep from a standard Product Manager position, if you're looking to step into a broader role or if you have a strong strategic acumen. We feel it would also be suited to someone working in strategy looking to move into a more action taking role. There is also the opportunity for some mentorship and guidance should a graduate or Analyst have the right basic skill set required and shows an interest in progressing. Skills, Qualifications & Experience Strong communicator, able to consolidate information to the core of the matter Teamwork and collaborative approach across the Currency functions Analytical and critical thinking, with aptitude for strategic planning Data driven with strong Excel and Power BI analysis skills Business acumen, able to understand business implications of technical projects Organised and able to prioritise and balance conflicting demands Market awareness and technical familiarity with similar products and manufacturing processes (desirable) This position is located in Basingstoke, UK but we are offering hybrid working with a number of days in the office and at home. These can be flexible, however standard office days are Tues - Thurs. To be eligible for consideration, you must be authorised to work in the UK without company sponsorship. About De La Rue De La Rue's purpose is securing trust between people, businesses, and governments. We operate across six continents to provide highly secure physical and digital solutions to 140 countries. As an authentication and currency provider we are the trusted partner of choice for governments, central banks and businesses seeking to secure their global supply chains and cash cycles. De La Rue Currency is the only fully integrated provider of polymer substrate, security features and banknotes. In collaboration with central banks, we have enabled new banknote launches under every range of situation and our banknotes successfully circulate in all environments across the Americas, Asia, Africa & Europe. We also have the largest banknote design team and one of the most diverse currency portfolios in the world, meaning the banknotes we product meet the aesthetic, functional, budgetary and security needs of an individual printing works or central bank. Benefits Eligible for the Company's annual incentive scheme Hybrid working opportunities 26 days annual leave + bank holidays Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our Annual Leave Flexibility Scheme Contributory pension scheme (De La Rue pay 1.5x the employee's contribution up to a maximum of 9%) Life assurance - 4x your annual salary Private health insurance - No cost for single cover, subsidised rates for additional dependant cover Sharesave Scheme - opportunity to buy shares in De La Rue Cycle to Work Scheme Subsidised Gym Memberships Various other perks and Employee Assistance packages Enhanced family friendly policies Please note that applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and therefore interviews may be held prior to the closing date for this vacancy. Join the Team We want to work with people like you from all backgrounds and experiences, to help us gain a diverse workforce with a broad outlook and sharp expertise. We are looking for people unafraid to go that extra mile, bringing with them unique characteristics and abilities. Show us you have what it takes and we'll reward you with a great place to work alongside other great people. Global business, global people. We think De La Rue is an amazing place to work. But don't just take our word for it.
Proud to be a renewable energy company, we put community at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to create renewable energy projects that through investment improve the local infrastructure and ultimately reduce people's energy bills. We are looking to appoint like-minded individuals in our PMO function. Based in Cardiff we are happy for you to come into the office, be home based or adopt a hybrid working pattern. We truly believe this is an exciting time to join such a people centric company who are committed to achieving a net zero future, and would love for you to join us on this journey. The PMO Planner is a pivotal role in helping us achieve our goals, by being integral in the compilation and reporting of detailed project plans to the management team and to the stakeholder group. Reporting into the PMO Manager you will work alongside the rest of the project support functions. Responsibilities include: Working with the Project Managers and teams to produce and maintain detailed project plans and resource allocation plans across the portfolio. Monitoring progress of projects to ensure adherence to schedules, budgets, resource/capacity management and quality standards. Communicating with project teams, the PMO Manager and PMO Analysts to provide updates and feedback on project status. Taking a leading role in Schedule Risk Analysis, both through 'What-if' scenario planning, and through use of quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis tools. Raising the profile of the project programme among the project team, ensuring key stakeholders are appraised of current programme position and the key interfaces and impacts related to their scopes. Preparing and presenting reports and documents to support project decision-making and evaluation. Assisting with risk management impact assessment. Compile, monitor and report against KPI's to monitor project performance. What we need from you: An expert user in MS Project for projects and portfolio planning. A significant project planning background, working within large, multi-contract Engineering and Construction projects, including knowledge of construction contracting structures e.g. NEC. Proficiency in MS Office software. A certification in project management, such as APM, PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile is desirable. Experience in working with diverse stakeholders and teams across different levels and functions. Kelly Services are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role. Should you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with Kelly's Privacy Statement. For information regarding data protection at Kelly, please visit the Kelly website and have a look into the Privacy Statement. As an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Proud to be a renewable energy company, we put community at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to create renewable energy projects that through investment improve the local infrastructure and ultimately reduce people's energy bills. We are looking to appoint like-minded individuals in our PMO function. Based in Cardiff we are happy for you to come into the office, be home based or adopt a hybrid working pattern. We truly believe this is an exciting time to join such a people centric company who are committed to achieving a net zero future, and would love for you to join us on this journey. The PMO Planner is a pivotal role in helping us achieve our goals, by being integral in the compilation and reporting of detailed project plans to the management team and to the stakeholder group. Reporting into the PMO Manager you will work alongside the rest of the project support functions. Responsibilities include: Working with the Project Managers and teams to produce and maintain detailed project plans and resource allocation plans across the portfolio. Monitoring progress of projects to ensure adherence to schedules, budgets, resource/capacity management and quality standards. Communicating with project teams, the PMO Manager and PMO Analysts to provide updates and feedback on project status. Taking a leading role in Schedule Risk Analysis, both through 'What-if' scenario planning, and through use of quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis tools. Raising the profile of the project programme among the project team, ensuring key stakeholders are appraised of current programme position and the key interfaces and impacts related to their scopes. Preparing and presenting reports and documents to support project decision-making and evaluation. Assisting with risk management impact assessment. Compile, monitor and report against KPI's to monitor project performance. What we need from you: An expert user in MS Project for projects and portfolio planning. A significant project planning background, working within large, multi-contract Engineering and Construction projects, including knowledge of construction contracting structures e.g. NEC. Proficiency in MS Office software. A certification in project management, such as APM, PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile is desirable. Experience in working with diverse stakeholders and teams across different levels and functions. Kelly Services are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role. Should you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with Kelly's Privacy Statement. For information regarding data protection at Kelly, please visit the Kelly website and have a look into the Privacy Statement. As an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Portfolio and Exposure Analyst Aon is currently recruiting an experienced Catastrophe Modeller to join our Reinsurance Facilities team in London. The team sits within Aon Reinsurance Solutions and provides clients (UK insurance companies, Lloyd's syndicates andMGAs) with efficient, cost-effective solutions to complement, supplement or replace existing reinsurance arrangements. The Reinsurance Facility team reports into Aon UK Reinsurance leadership via the facultative business, working closely with an array of facultative and treaty colleagues. While the workstream will be primarily focussed on the Reinsurance Facilities teams, the role will sit within and be line managed by Aon Reinsurance analytics and catastrophe modelling. This structure provides commercial and market-facing activity but ensures guidance, support and development opportunities on technical matters. Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like Lead the catastrophe modelling workstreams across multiple client facility placements Lead portfolio analysis of medium and large data sets, presenting outputs internally, as well as to clients and reinsurers Contribute to conversations with clients at senior levels, helping to understand exposures and segment portfolios in order to identify opportunity for reinsurance facility placement Participate in corporate practice groups and committees related to cat modelling and cat risk management.Develop and manage internal and external network of relevant practitioners, including catastopher modellers, data analysts, underwriters, brokers, ceded reinsurance managers, et al Be regarded as the subject matter expert for our facultative business and Reinsurance Facility offering with regard to analytics and data Remain aware of latest modelling and analytical tools and processes, guiding the Reinsurance Facility team in terms of best practice Work within regional / global practice groups to support international coordination and adherence to best practice Skills and experience that will lead to success 3+ years of experience in analytics for insurers, reinsurers, or similar financial services BSc or higher qualification ideally in, finance, statistics, science or equivalent Experience in the following: o Catastrophe modelling experience with vendor models (RMS, AIR, JBA, CoreLogic) o Exposure Management o Catastrophe Model Validation and Evaluation Strong communication skills (speaking, listening, and writing) Strong computer skills in MS Office suite, especially competence in Excel and Powerpoint (skills in programming and machine learning are highly beneficial) Tableau or PowerBI experience Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills complemented by a solid grounding working with and interpreting statistics. Good attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and ability to prioritise work within a dynamic, deadline-driven environment Highly motivated and strong work ethics Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas and concepts. Ability to lead teams and be flexible in working to meet deadlines across multiple projects and clients Ability to approach problem-solving in a practical and innovative manner Ability to maintain compliance with professional standards, where applicable, as well as company-wide quality initiatives Desire to apply technical and analytical competencies to a dynamic, commercial environment How we support our colleagues In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Portfolio and Exposure Analyst Aon is currently recruiting an experienced Catastrophe Modeller to join our Reinsurance Facilities team in London. The team sits within Aon Reinsurance Solutions and provides clients (UK insurance companies, Lloyd's syndicates andMGAs) with efficient, cost-effective solutions to complement, supplement or replace existing reinsurance arrangements. The Reinsurance Facility team reports into Aon UK Reinsurance leadership via the facultative business, working closely with an array of facultative and treaty colleagues. While the workstream will be primarily focussed on the Reinsurance Facilities teams, the role will sit within and be line managed by Aon Reinsurance analytics and catastrophe modelling. This structure provides commercial and market-facing activity but ensures guidance, support and development opportunities on technical matters. Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like Lead the catastrophe modelling workstreams across multiple client facility placements Lead portfolio analysis of medium and large data sets, presenting outputs internally, as well as to clients and reinsurers Contribute to conversations with clients at senior levels, helping to understand exposures and segment portfolios in order to identify opportunity for reinsurance facility placement Participate in corporate practice groups and committees related to cat modelling and cat risk management.Develop and manage internal and external network of relevant practitioners, including catastopher modellers, data analysts, underwriters, brokers, ceded reinsurance managers, et al Be regarded as the subject matter expert for our facultative business and Reinsurance Facility offering with regard to analytics and data Remain aware of latest modelling and analytical tools and processes, guiding the Reinsurance Facility team in terms of best practice Work within regional / global practice groups to support international coordination and adherence to best practice Skills and experience that will lead to success 3+ years of experience in analytics for insurers, reinsurers, or similar financial services BSc or higher qualification ideally in, finance, statistics, science or equivalent Experience in the following: o Catastrophe modelling experience with vendor models (RMS, AIR, JBA, CoreLogic) o Exposure Management o Catastrophe Model Validation and Evaluation Strong communication skills (speaking, listening, and writing) Strong computer skills in MS Office suite, especially competence in Excel and Powerpoint (skills in programming and machine learning are highly beneficial) Tableau or PowerBI experience Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills complemented by a solid grounding working with and interpreting statistics. Good attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and ability to prioritise work within a dynamic, deadline-driven environment Highly motivated and strong work ethics Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas and concepts. Ability to lead teams and be flexible in working to meet deadlines across multiple projects and clients Ability to approach problem-solving in a practical and innovative manner Ability to maintain compliance with professional standards, where applicable, as well as company-wide quality initiatives Desire to apply technical and analytical competencies to a dynamic, commercial environment How we support our colleagues In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
ACCA is committed to a workplace culture which is inclusive, diverse, human and connected. We welcome applications from candidates who meet some but not all of the criteria listed below. Job Purpose: We're currently looking for a D365 CRM Developer. This position sits within our IT Team. We have offices in both Glasgow and London and will consider any UK based candidate. We can offer both hybrid and remote working options. The D365 CRM Developer is a technical professional within Enterprise Services Platform CoE team, with specific responsibility for the delivery of service improvement activity on the Dynamics 365 CE services in project and business settings. The D365 CRM Developer will require a good understanding of the product and how it fits within the wider ACCA technology landscape and D365 production and delivery process. The work will be delivered using our continuous delivery methodology work across IT and the business to gather requirements, look for opportunity and deliver, test and document service improvements across the Dynamics 365 services. The Job Implement and configure Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement modules to meet business requirements which include entities, forms, views, workflows, Power Automate flows and business rules. Support Digital Transformation deployment, go live, service introduction and post go live activities. Develop custom plugins, workflows, Power Automate flows, and JavaScript to extend D365 CE functionality with an ability to write efficient reusable, and well-documented code. Integrate D365 CE with other applications and systems using tools like Azure Logic Apps, Power Automate, and custom APIs. Develop the Dynamics 365 environment to enable the successful delivery of ACCA's Digital Transformation and IT's target operating model. Manage and control D365 CE release process working closely with service providers as well as Digital Transformation. Provide ongoing support and maintenance for D365 CE applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement fixes and enhancements. Assist in data migration tasks, ensuring accurate and secure transfer of data from legacy systems to D365 CE Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, project managers, and other developers, to deliver high-quality solutions. Stay updated with the latest D365 CE features and updates. Evaluate and implement upgrades and enhancements to improve system performance and functionality. Conduct thorough testing of customisations and configurations, identifying and fixing bugs and issues as they arise. Define Dynamics 365 through the application of best practise and industry standards including Microsoft Well Architected Framework, security controls and global data residency legislation, whilst nurturing and supporting our business during their transition to the technology from legacy services The Person In-depth understanding of the Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement (CE) platform, including its architecture, entities, relationships, security model, and customisation. Proficiency in programming languages including C#, JavaScript and JSON with strong knowledge in Dynamics CRM and Power Platform, Unified Service Desk (USD), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), SSIS packages development and Azure Cloud and integration. Proficiency in developing plugins, Power Automate flows, Power Apps, Power Portal using Power Pages and Power BI. Knowledge of creating and utilising web resources for implementing custom UI components and scrips within Dynamics 365 CE. Experience in developing Azure services, including data migration and integration services to connect Dynamics 365 CE with other applications and services. Experience of shaping and delivering Dynamics 365 service improvements and ongoing management working across business functions and vendors. Experience of working in organisations undergoing significant transformation. Experience of software lifecycle implementation methodologies and release processes with version control for managing source code and collaborative development. Ability to create technical documentation, including design specification, test plans, and user guides. Experience of working across IT towers and business departments to gather requirements and deliver service improvements. Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of detailed technical concepts and to apply this understanding to everyday business problems. Proficiency in testing and debugging customisations to ensure they meet the specified requirements and do not adversely impact the system. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to think laterally and conceptually. Our Benefits We strive to create an environment where you can prioritise your wellbeing and so have designed our benefits to give you the flexibility and power to do so. Our core benefits include private healthcare, life assurance and income protection as well as a fantastic defined contribution pension scheme. We provide an employee assistance programme and are proud to offer a financial wellbeing tool called Nudge, to our employees. Our flexible benefits platform gives you the power to customise your benefit plan to suit your needs, you can choose to add a number of benefits including extra holidays, PMI family cover, cycle to work, Travel and Gym loans and more! You can also enjoy exclusive access to our discount site and wellbeing centre platform. We are committed to equal opportunities across our recruitment activities and have a real commitment to ensuring the inclusion and well-being of all employees. We have a blended approach to working to support our employees to balance the needs of their job with other aspects of their life.
May 05, 2024
Full time
ACCA is committed to a workplace culture which is inclusive, diverse, human and connected. We welcome applications from candidates who meet some but not all of the criteria listed below. Job Purpose: We're currently looking for a D365 CRM Developer. This position sits within our IT Team. We have offices in both Glasgow and London and will consider any UK based candidate. We can offer both hybrid and remote working options. The D365 CRM Developer is a technical professional within Enterprise Services Platform CoE team, with specific responsibility for the delivery of service improvement activity on the Dynamics 365 CE services in project and business settings. The D365 CRM Developer will require a good understanding of the product and how it fits within the wider ACCA technology landscape and D365 production and delivery process. The work will be delivered using our continuous delivery methodology work across IT and the business to gather requirements, look for opportunity and deliver, test and document service improvements across the Dynamics 365 services. The Job Implement and configure Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement modules to meet business requirements which include entities, forms, views, workflows, Power Automate flows and business rules. Support Digital Transformation deployment, go live, service introduction and post go live activities. Develop custom plugins, workflows, Power Automate flows, and JavaScript to extend D365 CE functionality with an ability to write efficient reusable, and well-documented code. Integrate D365 CE with other applications and systems using tools like Azure Logic Apps, Power Automate, and custom APIs. Develop the Dynamics 365 environment to enable the successful delivery of ACCA's Digital Transformation and IT's target operating model. Manage and control D365 CE release process working closely with service providers as well as Digital Transformation. Provide ongoing support and maintenance for D365 CE applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement fixes and enhancements. Assist in data migration tasks, ensuring accurate and secure transfer of data from legacy systems to D365 CE Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, project managers, and other developers, to deliver high-quality solutions. Stay updated with the latest D365 CE features and updates. Evaluate and implement upgrades and enhancements to improve system performance and functionality. Conduct thorough testing of customisations and configurations, identifying and fixing bugs and issues as they arise. Define Dynamics 365 through the application of best practise and industry standards including Microsoft Well Architected Framework, security controls and global data residency legislation, whilst nurturing and supporting our business during their transition to the technology from legacy services The Person In-depth understanding of the Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement (CE) platform, including its architecture, entities, relationships, security model, and customisation. Proficiency in programming languages including C#, JavaScript and JSON with strong knowledge in Dynamics CRM and Power Platform, Unified Service Desk (USD), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), SSIS packages development and Azure Cloud and integration. Proficiency in developing plugins, Power Automate flows, Power Apps, Power Portal using Power Pages and Power BI. Knowledge of creating and utilising web resources for implementing custom UI components and scrips within Dynamics 365 CE. Experience in developing Azure services, including data migration and integration services to connect Dynamics 365 CE with other applications and services. Experience of shaping and delivering Dynamics 365 service improvements and ongoing management working across business functions and vendors. Experience of working in organisations undergoing significant transformation. Experience of software lifecycle implementation methodologies and release processes with version control for managing source code and collaborative development. Ability to create technical documentation, including design specification, test plans, and user guides. Experience of working across IT towers and business departments to gather requirements and deliver service improvements. Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of detailed technical concepts and to apply this understanding to everyday business problems. Proficiency in testing and debugging customisations to ensure they meet the specified requirements and do not adversely impact the system. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to think laterally and conceptually. Our Benefits We strive to create an environment where you can prioritise your wellbeing and so have designed our benefits to give you the flexibility and power to do so. Our core benefits include private healthcare, life assurance and income protection as well as a fantastic defined contribution pension scheme. We provide an employee assistance programme and are proud to offer a financial wellbeing tool called Nudge, to our employees. Our flexible benefits platform gives you the power to customise your benefit plan to suit your needs, you can choose to add a number of benefits including extra holidays, PMI family cover, cycle to work, Travel and Gym loans and more! You can also enjoy exclusive access to our discount site and wellbeing centre platform. We are committed to equal opportunities across our recruitment activities and have a real commitment to ensuring the inclusion and well-being of all employees. We have a blended approach to working to support our employees to balance the needs of their job with other aspects of their life.
At Ryman we currently have an incredible opportunity to join our team as an Ecommerce Analyst on a 12 Month contract. This role sits at the heart of our Ecommerce team. We are seeking a candidate who has a genuine passion for data, excels in extracting, manipulating, and analysing it, with the ability to generate insightful reports and forecasts. This individual should be skilled at crafting compelling narratives from data, understanding our current situation, and identifying future growth prospects. What you will get from us: Fantastic training to help you complete your role and be the best you can be, with the option to continue your development into a more senior role, if you choose to progress within the business A great Team to work with where you can progress and make a difference at all levels Competitive Salary Holiday Allowance Free Parking Subsidised Canteen Company Pension scheme Apprenticeship scheme to continue your development Generous discount at TPRG and on our amazing benefits hub Main duties and responsibilities: You will lead all the Analytical Processes across Digital Platforms for Ryman and be the in-market "Go to Person" for Digital online Analytics Lead the Digital budget/forecasting process and output Produce weekly and daily reports for the business Track performance of new business initiatives and measure success to provide recommendations for change. Monthly P&L reconciliation to monitor spend and return on investment. Extract Valuable Insights from Data: Dive deep into extensive datasets to uncover nuanced patterns and strategic opportunities that may otherwise go unnoticed. Empower Data-Driven Decision-Making: Foster a culture where data serves as the foundation for strategic choices by creating intuitive dashboards and actionable recommendations. Pioneer Innovative Data Exploration: Push boundaries by exploring uncharted territories within the data landscape, creating novel insights that challenge conventional norms. WHAT WE WOULD LIKE TO SEE IN YOU Experience and proficiency in using Google Analytics (GA4) Knowledge of web analytics best practices, such as setting up goals, events, conversions and segments Digital Analyst retail experience, working in a similar business Understanding of online trading & merchandising techniques to optimise site performance and driving conversion Ability to present complex data in a simple way Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail Strong interpersonal and communication skills The ability to work well in a team earning the trust of those around them, with an ability to build strong stakeholder relationships Numeracy, with an ability to manage large data sets Self-motivated with a desire to succeed Ability to think big with an entrepreneurial mentality Positive mindset and can-do attitude Relishes ownership Curious about new possibilities and explores them in detail Works with speed and efficiency An ability to learn and grow with us as the business expands Who we are: Henry J Ryman, founder of Ryman, opened his first store in London at Great Portland Street in 1893, and there is still a store there today. Ryman is part of Theo Paphitis Retail Group, which comprises Ryman, Robert Dyas, Boux Avenue and the London Graphic Centre. Ryman is committed to the unlearning of unconscious bias, diversity and inclusion long term, which will remain a key focus for all aspects of our business and operations. From our product production in our supply chain to our extensive workforce, we aim to be transparent in our efforts to become a thriving, diverse and inclusive place to work.
May 04, 2024
Full time
At Ryman we currently have an incredible opportunity to join our team as an Ecommerce Analyst on a 12 Month contract. This role sits at the heart of our Ecommerce team. We are seeking a candidate who has a genuine passion for data, excels in extracting, manipulating, and analysing it, with the ability to generate insightful reports and forecasts. This individual should be skilled at crafting compelling narratives from data, understanding our current situation, and identifying future growth prospects. What you will get from us: Fantastic training to help you complete your role and be the best you can be, with the option to continue your development into a more senior role, if you choose to progress within the business A great Team to work with where you can progress and make a difference at all levels Competitive Salary Holiday Allowance Free Parking Subsidised Canteen Company Pension scheme Apprenticeship scheme to continue your development Generous discount at TPRG and on our amazing benefits hub Main duties and responsibilities: You will lead all the Analytical Processes across Digital Platforms for Ryman and be the in-market "Go to Person" for Digital online Analytics Lead the Digital budget/forecasting process and output Produce weekly and daily reports for the business Track performance of new business initiatives and measure success to provide recommendations for change. Monthly P&L reconciliation to monitor spend and return on investment. Extract Valuable Insights from Data: Dive deep into extensive datasets to uncover nuanced patterns and strategic opportunities that may otherwise go unnoticed. Empower Data-Driven Decision-Making: Foster a culture where data serves as the foundation for strategic choices by creating intuitive dashboards and actionable recommendations. Pioneer Innovative Data Exploration: Push boundaries by exploring uncharted territories within the data landscape, creating novel insights that challenge conventional norms. WHAT WE WOULD LIKE TO SEE IN YOU Experience and proficiency in using Google Analytics (GA4) Knowledge of web analytics best practices, such as setting up goals, events, conversions and segments Digital Analyst retail experience, working in a similar business Understanding of online trading & merchandising techniques to optimise site performance and driving conversion Ability to present complex data in a simple way Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail Strong interpersonal and communication skills The ability to work well in a team earning the trust of those around them, with an ability to build strong stakeholder relationships Numeracy, with an ability to manage large data sets Self-motivated with a desire to succeed Ability to think big with an entrepreneurial mentality Positive mindset and can-do attitude Relishes ownership Curious about new possibilities and explores them in detail Works with speed and efficiency An ability to learn and grow with us as the business expands Who we are: Henry J Ryman, founder of Ryman, opened his first store in London at Great Portland Street in 1893, and there is still a store there today. Ryman is part of Theo Paphitis Retail Group, which comprises Ryman, Robert Dyas, Boux Avenue and the London Graphic Centre. Ryman is committed to the unlearning of unconscious bias, diversity and inclusion long term, which will remain a key focus for all aspects of our business and operations. From our product production in our supply chain to our extensive workforce, we aim to be transparent in our efforts to become a thriving, diverse and inclusive place to work.
Business Analyst Permanent Salary: within Implement A: £39,000 to £45,000 Smart Working OVERVIEW: Silver Shell Consultancy is a leading change transformation and IT consultancy, distinguished for its expertise in driving transformative change across diverse industries. We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as a Business Analyst, playing a pivotal role in fostering agility, collaboration, and data-driven insights within our projects. LANDSCAPE: As a Business Analyst (ONS -2135) within our Delivery Business Analysis capability, you will spearhead transformation initiatives for clients, leveraging your proficiency in requirements management, process optimization, and Agile methodologies to deliver intricate solutions. Your responsibilities will include championing innovative solutions for clients, providing guidance to fellow Business Analysts on the team, and collaborating with clients/stakeholders to prioritize key elements crucial for the program's success. ACTIVITIES: Collaborate across functions with key business partners to establish strategic goals, project objectives, and functional scope expectations. Conduct meetings with project stakeholders to identify project and application requirements. Analyse the organisation's business model, define policies, and assess market approaches. Elicit business and user requirements essential for conducting current state analysis. Review user stories, system requirements, business rules, and scenario documentation to ensure alignment with business requirements. Design business processes to articulate functional specifications and standardise organisational workflows. Analyse systems and comprehend business rules necessary for IT project initiatives. Support the development of project plans, implementation, and post-implementation support. Manage stakeholder needs and expectations, effectively communicating ongoing project progress. Attend daily scrums to ensure project roadmap alignment and organisational coherence. Prioritise functional scope and collaborate with delivery teams to establish Agile sprint plans and release schedules. Take charge of backlog grooming, reporting, defect management, and risk monitoring. Need to know (to be successful in this role, you will need to know): 5 years of hands-on experience in business analysis, system analysis and design, or infrastructure design/development/support Over 1 year of specific experience in Business Analysis, working across diverse organizations or business units (in the case of a single organization) Proficient in Requirements Gathering, Meeting Facilitation and Competent in Process Design Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to mentor and coach teams Extensive involvement in small, medium and large enterprise projects. Expertise in Agile Delivery, including user story development and backlog grooming Track record of effectively collaborating with C-Suite executives and communicating cross-functionally Highly motivated and driven, showcasing strategic thinking and an initiative-taking approach Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Meticulous attention to detail and proven analytical skills Ability to foster collaboration with both internal and external partners Experience with Confluence, Aris, ADO DevOps, or Jira, Miro, Visio Holds a Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent from an accredited college/university in Business, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or related fields. Certifications: Agile/Scrum/Product Owner EMPOWERING CLIENTS. ELEVATING CAREERS. Achieving success, for both our clients and our colleagues, revolves around prioritizing people and accomplishing remarkable feats collaboratively. We are firm believers that by functioning as a unified team, we can proactively make impactful decisions today, fostering enduring capabilities for the future.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Business Analyst Permanent Salary: within Implement A: £39,000 to £45,000 Smart Working OVERVIEW: Silver Shell Consultancy is a leading change transformation and IT consultancy, distinguished for its expertise in driving transformative change across diverse industries. We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as a Business Analyst, playing a pivotal role in fostering agility, collaboration, and data-driven insights within our projects. LANDSCAPE: As a Business Analyst (ONS -2135) within our Delivery Business Analysis capability, you will spearhead transformation initiatives for clients, leveraging your proficiency in requirements management, process optimization, and Agile methodologies to deliver intricate solutions. Your responsibilities will include championing innovative solutions for clients, providing guidance to fellow Business Analysts on the team, and collaborating with clients/stakeholders to prioritize key elements crucial for the program's success. ACTIVITIES: Collaborate across functions with key business partners to establish strategic goals, project objectives, and functional scope expectations. Conduct meetings with project stakeholders to identify project and application requirements. Analyse the organisation's business model, define policies, and assess market approaches. Elicit business and user requirements essential for conducting current state analysis. Review user stories, system requirements, business rules, and scenario documentation to ensure alignment with business requirements. Design business processes to articulate functional specifications and standardise organisational workflows. Analyse systems and comprehend business rules necessary for IT project initiatives. Support the development of project plans, implementation, and post-implementation support. Manage stakeholder needs and expectations, effectively communicating ongoing project progress. Attend daily scrums to ensure project roadmap alignment and organisational coherence. Prioritise functional scope and collaborate with delivery teams to establish Agile sprint plans and release schedules. Take charge of backlog grooming, reporting, defect management, and risk monitoring. Need to know (to be successful in this role, you will need to know): 5 years of hands-on experience in business analysis, system analysis and design, or infrastructure design/development/support Over 1 year of specific experience in Business Analysis, working across diverse organizations or business units (in the case of a single organization) Proficient in Requirements Gathering, Meeting Facilitation and Competent in Process Design Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to mentor and coach teams Extensive involvement in small, medium and large enterprise projects. Expertise in Agile Delivery, including user story development and backlog grooming Track record of effectively collaborating with C-Suite executives and communicating cross-functionally Highly motivated and driven, showcasing strategic thinking and an initiative-taking approach Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Meticulous attention to detail and proven analytical skills Ability to foster collaboration with both internal and external partners Experience with Confluence, Aris, ADO DevOps, or Jira, Miro, Visio Holds a Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent from an accredited college/university in Business, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or related fields. Certifications: Agile/Scrum/Product Owner EMPOWERING CLIENTS. ELEVATING CAREERS. Achieving success, for both our clients and our colleagues, revolves around prioritizing people and accomplishing remarkable feats collaboratively. We are firm believers that by functioning as a unified team, we can proactively make impactful decisions today, fostering enduring capabilities for the future.