Rushcliffe Borough Council
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Rushcliffe Borough Council have an exciting opportunity for a Service Manager and Monitoring Officer to join their team. Location: NG2 7YG Salary: Up to £74,220 per annum Job Type: Permanent/ 37 hours per week Close Date: 28th of April 2024 About Us: Rushcliffe Borough Council is a modern forward-thinking authority providing high quality services to over 120,000 people across South Nottinghamshire. Rushcliffe's strapline 'Great Place, Great Lifestyle, Great Sport' highlights why it is has been named the best place to live in the region with many residents reiterating their belief it is a can do council, backed up by industry commercial and entrepreneurial awards. Service Manager and Monitoring Officer - The Role: The Service Manager and Monitoring Officer role is ideal for individuals seeking to challenge themselves and advance in their legal career. This position offers opportunities for professional development, collaborative work, and leadership on corporate projects aimed at enhancing services in demanding and intricate circumstances. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, the post holder will provide leadership, guidance, and direction to the wider Chief Executive department, which includes Legal, HR, Elections, and Business Support Unit. Additionally, they will maintain direct leadership of the legal team. The role involves assisting the Chief Executive in providing leadership, guidance, and direction to the service area. This encompasses effective operational management, continuous improvement of services, and offering professional guidance to the council on service functions within the Chief Executive's department. The incumbent is also responsible for promoting corporate working and the authority's corporate goals both internally and externally. Service Manager and Monitoring Officer - Key Responsibilities: - Line management of Lead Specialists/team leaders within the Service Area and of staff in the Legal Services lead specialism - Indirect management of staff in the Service Area - To provide leadership to staff within the Chief Executive's department; co-ordinating and leading people to ensure the delivery of effective performance within allocated budget - To ensure that appropriate arrangements and plans are in place to meet corporate requirements and provide appropriate professional advice to Lead Specialists/Team Leaders - To lead and support operational activities related to proactive, reactive and project-based work - Ensure the production and delivery of service area work and project plans, ensuring that they are in line with service plan priorities and objectives - To ensure the proper management of the Council's financial resources Service Manager and Monitoring Officer - You: Will be an accomplished and capable legal professional - with an excellent appreciation of the local government legal context. Will work well across the legal disciplines and the political structures. Understand policy implications and be able to translate these into positive outcomes. A good communicator and influencer, with the fortitude and resilience to take people with them; you will have a strong track record of change, engagement and service achievement. Service Manager and Monitoring Officer - Benefits: - Varied working hours and remote-working opportunities, with an average 2 days per week in the office - Reduced membership fees of the onsite leisure centre - Modern purpose built office complex with free car parking - An opportunity to further your career with a high performing forward looking Authority with - Training to support CPD and personal development - Local Government pension scheme - Relocation package available for the right candidate Application Process: Closing date for applications: Midnight - Sunday 28 April 2024 Interviews will be held Monday 13th May - Tuesday 14th May 2024 To submit your application for this exciting Service Manager and Monitoring Officer opportunity, please click 'Apply' now.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Rushcliffe Borough Council have an exciting opportunity for a Service Manager and Monitoring Officer to join their team. Location: NG2 7YG Salary: Up to £74,220 per annum Job Type: Permanent/ 37 hours per week Close Date: 28th of April 2024 About Us: Rushcliffe Borough Council is a modern forward-thinking authority providing high quality services to over 120,000 people across South Nottinghamshire. Rushcliffe's strapline 'Great Place, Great Lifestyle, Great Sport' highlights why it is has been named the best place to live in the region with many residents reiterating their belief it is a can do council, backed up by industry commercial and entrepreneurial awards. Service Manager and Monitoring Officer - The Role: The Service Manager and Monitoring Officer role is ideal for individuals seeking to challenge themselves and advance in their legal career. This position offers opportunities for professional development, collaborative work, and leadership on corporate projects aimed at enhancing services in demanding and intricate circumstances. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, the post holder will provide leadership, guidance, and direction to the wider Chief Executive department, which includes Legal, HR, Elections, and Business Support Unit. Additionally, they will maintain direct leadership of the legal team. The role involves assisting the Chief Executive in providing leadership, guidance, and direction to the service area. This encompasses effective operational management, continuous improvement of services, and offering professional guidance to the council on service functions within the Chief Executive's department. The incumbent is also responsible for promoting corporate working and the authority's corporate goals both internally and externally. Service Manager and Monitoring Officer - Key Responsibilities: - Line management of Lead Specialists/team leaders within the Service Area and of staff in the Legal Services lead specialism - Indirect management of staff in the Service Area - To provide leadership to staff within the Chief Executive's department; co-ordinating and leading people to ensure the delivery of effective performance within allocated budget - To ensure that appropriate arrangements and plans are in place to meet corporate requirements and provide appropriate professional advice to Lead Specialists/Team Leaders - To lead and support operational activities related to proactive, reactive and project-based work - Ensure the production and delivery of service area work and project plans, ensuring that they are in line with service plan priorities and objectives - To ensure the proper management of the Council's financial resources Service Manager and Monitoring Officer - You: Will be an accomplished and capable legal professional - with an excellent appreciation of the local government legal context. Will work well across the legal disciplines and the political structures. Understand policy implications and be able to translate these into positive outcomes. A good communicator and influencer, with the fortitude and resilience to take people with them; you will have a strong track record of change, engagement and service achievement. Service Manager and Monitoring Officer - Benefits: - Varied working hours and remote-working opportunities, with an average 2 days per week in the office - Reduced membership fees of the onsite leisure centre - Modern purpose built office complex with free car parking - An opportunity to further your career with a high performing forward looking Authority with - Training to support CPD and personal development - Local Government pension scheme - Relocation package available for the right candidate Application Process: Closing date for applications: Midnight - Sunday 28 April 2024 Interviews will be held Monday 13th May - Tuesday 14th May 2024 To submit your application for this exciting Service Manager and Monitoring Officer opportunity, please click 'Apply' now.
Head of Housing and Community Projects Location: Chorley, other venues around Lancashire and virtual meetings (hybrid working approach) Salary: £43,000 - £46,000 - salary based on a 35-hour working week (pro rata based on hours agreed). Salary commensurate with experience. Lancashire Mind is an independent mental health charity, delivering our impactful strategy that has been co-created with the people of Lancashire. We reach over 10,000 people each year - connecting, supporting and changing minds. We're an active member of the national Mind Federation, linking us with over 100 other local Mind organisations across England and Wales, providing excellent opportunities for good practice sharing and partnership working. Our purpose is to support people in Lancashire to achieve the best mental health and wellbeing possible. In this new, exciting and challenging role, we are seeking an inspirational leader who will take responsibility for strategically overseeing our growing housing offer, whilst providing oversight to our adult focused community engagement projects. There is significant synergy between these two services and the Head of Housing and Community Projects will have a responsibility to drive growth, impact and continuous improvement. Each service will be headed up by service leads (line managed by this role), who subsequently oversee a growing workforce of 13 team members. In this newly created role, you will use your housing knowledge and project management expertise to explore and realise the potential of the tenancy management and community engagement projects services. Both service areas can be challenging but make a life-changing difference to those we support and the wider organisation. For full details of this opportunity and how to apply, please download a recruitment pack . If you would like to discuss the role before applying, contact David Dunwell, Chief Executive Officer - Deadline: 12noon on 3rd May 2024 Interviews: Wednesday 8th and Friday 10th May 2024
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
Head of Housing and Community Projects Location: Chorley, other venues around Lancashire and virtual meetings (hybrid working approach) Salary: £43,000 - £46,000 - salary based on a 35-hour working week (pro rata based on hours agreed). Salary commensurate with experience. Lancashire Mind is an independent mental health charity, delivering our impactful strategy that has been co-created with the people of Lancashire. We reach over 10,000 people each year - connecting, supporting and changing minds. We're an active member of the national Mind Federation, linking us with over 100 other local Mind organisations across England and Wales, providing excellent opportunities for good practice sharing and partnership working. Our purpose is to support people in Lancashire to achieve the best mental health and wellbeing possible. In this new, exciting and challenging role, we are seeking an inspirational leader who will take responsibility for strategically overseeing our growing housing offer, whilst providing oversight to our adult focused community engagement projects. There is significant synergy between these two services and the Head of Housing and Community Projects will have a responsibility to drive growth, impact and continuous improvement. Each service will be headed up by service leads (line managed by this role), who subsequently oversee a growing workforce of 13 team members. In this newly created role, you will use your housing knowledge and project management expertise to explore and realise the potential of the tenancy management and community engagement projects services. Both service areas can be challenging but make a life-changing difference to those we support and the wider organisation. For full details of this opportunity and how to apply, please download a recruitment pack . If you would like to discuss the role before applying, contact David Dunwell, Chief Executive Officer - Deadline: 12noon on 3rd May 2024 Interviews: Wednesday 8th and Friday 10th May 2024
CMA Recruitment Group are working with a world class business with award winning culture. This is a unique opportunity to join their senior leadership team in a Reward Director role that is key to the organisation s success. Reporting to Chief People Officer this role will be pivotal in overseeing the reward and benefits team, driving the agenda and contributing to the business strategy, ensuring the employee proposition, policies, frameworks and documentation is in place to meet the needs of the business. What will Reward Director role involve? Lead and develop a total reward strategy to attract and retain top performers within the sector. Design and maintain reward programmes including incentive schemes, recognition schemes, pay structures and job levelling framework Support and advise senior managers inside and outside of the HR team regarding appropriate reward solutions Build relationships with 3rd party specialists to drive continuous improvement Suitable Candidate for Reward Director vacancy: Fellow or Chartered member of CIPD Prior experience leading a reward function Confident communicator at executive level Additional benefits and information for the Reward Director: Hybrid working model Car allowance and bonus alongside extensive list of company benefits Excellent working culture which encourages growth and development CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
CMA Recruitment Group are working with a world class business with award winning culture. This is a unique opportunity to join their senior leadership team in a Reward Director role that is key to the organisation s success. Reporting to Chief People Officer this role will be pivotal in overseeing the reward and benefits team, driving the agenda and contributing to the business strategy, ensuring the employee proposition, policies, frameworks and documentation is in place to meet the needs of the business. What will Reward Director role involve? Lead and develop a total reward strategy to attract and retain top performers within the sector. Design and maintain reward programmes including incentive schemes, recognition schemes, pay structures and job levelling framework Support and advise senior managers inside and outside of the HR team regarding appropriate reward solutions Build relationships with 3rd party specialists to drive continuous improvement Suitable Candidate for Reward Director vacancy: Fellow or Chartered member of CIPD Prior experience leading a reward function Confident communicator at executive level Additional benefits and information for the Reward Director: Hybrid working model Car allowance and bonus alongside extensive list of company benefits Excellent working culture which encourages growth and development CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
Footballco is a global, football focused, digital platform with an ambition to own the entire non-live football landscape worldwide and become THE digital destination for all football fans across the globe. Combining some of the most forward-thinking minds in football, an award winning creative and production function, as well as digital platforms that are loved by 400m fans globally, FC aims to own the digital fan ecosystem across the world's biggest sport. With 300 permanent employees across the world, FC is a diverse, disruptive, brave, dynamic, agile and fun organisation. Our work-hard, play-hard attitude supports these values - with the football fan always front of mind, leveraging a world class tech platform and our track record (since PERFORM) of being first to market. We connect fans to football and brands to fans, come join us and be a part of it! About the role You will join Footballco ("FC") to lead and enhance our product proposition and engineering prowess, across all our global publishing brands, GOAL, Kooora, CalcioMercato, SPOX, VoetbalZone, INDIVISA and MUNDIAL. You will lead an existing team of 60+ FTEs, split across different functions and geographies, from Leeds, UK to Katowice, Poland. A group of passionate designers, UX specialists, developers, testers, product and project managers. Your main challenge will be to continue to evolve our products (web/app), distribution platforms (GNews, ChatGPT, etc) and speed to market, in order to move the business beyond the success we've had to date. As the digital media world has moved beyond impressions and flash-in-pan social, we need to build franchises, better package our ad proposition, develop additional distribution platforms / revenue streams and drive efficiencies. We need to integrate our 5 different web publishing brands into one CMS, one UX template, one tech stack, as well as find new ways of leveraging AI and it's multitude of applications You will be given room to reimagine our product & engineering management team, giving you runway to drive change at pace and taking into account that most of your organisation is based in Leeds (Product), Katowice (Product/Engineering), as well as smaller development pods in Italy, Germany and Middle East. What you'll be doing Retool strategy and implement changes across our platform in order to take advantage of both the efficiencies and distribution opportunities that AI will bring Take our product (web/app) to a new level on GOAL, focusing on building a world-class, global publishing franchise Continue to integrate our Local Champion brands - VoetbalZone, Spox, CalcioMercato and Kooora - into THE FC tech stack Move our product design and UX practice forward, putting more rigour into what makes a best-in-class UX Implement a tighter and faster process to ship product changes, reducing our time-to-market and putting us ahead of competition and industry shifts Drive more efficiency and effectiveness from our engineering team, mainly based in Poland. Considering all options and including relocation if necessary Reimage our content production workflow/platforms, in order to improve margin and integrate existing platforms like social, as well as new ones like ChatGPT Supported by content, sales strategy and creative teams, drive better packaging of our brands, formats and platforms - from MUNDIAL, to GOAL (web/app), to INDIVISA Continue to drive our revenue diversification beyond standard media / branded content, by pushing affiliate/betting and subscription further and developing new ways of monetizing our video, audio, text and scores content Be at the forefront of our FC Precision product, which encompasses 1st party / authentication, DMP, segmentation and audience targeting across advanced ad markets like UK and US Responsibilities Oversee Product and Engineering P&L and Long Term Model ("LTM") As part of FC's Senior Leadership Team, drive overall business strategy and direction, while participating in shareholder pacing calls and board meetings Product and technology roadmap, taking into account immediate needs and long term opportunities Imagine new delivery model (engineering org structure), taking into account our need to speed up delivery across all the areas described in the previous section Content creation & distribution platform strategy across text, video, audio and scores, spanning 6 web/app brands reaching 80M UVs and dozens of social handles/brands delivering .75-1bn video views per month. All published in 18 languages, targeting 9 Key Markets (UK, FR, ES, DE, IT, NL, GCC, US, JP), plus 5 Growth Markets (ID, BR, MX, KR, Africa) M&A integration planning and execution at product & engineering levels what you have: Built or scaled a digital media/tech product or content platform, not necessarily in sports Strong understanding of the global digital media landscape, including what it means to operate a multi-market, multi-language, multicultural organization Tech and development chops in order to challenge our existing dev teams and their speed to market Led the positioning and packing of an ad-funded proposition, with its local-market nuances Experience in embracing new technologies, ideally having hands-on experience on GenAI implementations Led an ad funded product proposition and team in a high pace / high growth environment Desirable: Understanding of the football industry and in particular local trends in FC's Key Markets Experience in digital publishing revenue transformation. From ad funded to affiliate, subscription, commerce, as well as other content syndication Ability to scale dev teams in different locations around the world Experience with high growth and/or venture funded companies Footballcois proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, colour, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category.
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
Footballco is a global, football focused, digital platform with an ambition to own the entire non-live football landscape worldwide and become THE digital destination for all football fans across the globe. Combining some of the most forward-thinking minds in football, an award winning creative and production function, as well as digital platforms that are loved by 400m fans globally, FC aims to own the digital fan ecosystem across the world's biggest sport. With 300 permanent employees across the world, FC is a diverse, disruptive, brave, dynamic, agile and fun organisation. Our work-hard, play-hard attitude supports these values - with the football fan always front of mind, leveraging a world class tech platform and our track record (since PERFORM) of being first to market. We connect fans to football and brands to fans, come join us and be a part of it! About the role You will join Footballco ("FC") to lead and enhance our product proposition and engineering prowess, across all our global publishing brands, GOAL, Kooora, CalcioMercato, SPOX, VoetbalZone, INDIVISA and MUNDIAL. You will lead an existing team of 60+ FTEs, split across different functions and geographies, from Leeds, UK to Katowice, Poland. A group of passionate designers, UX specialists, developers, testers, product and project managers. Your main challenge will be to continue to evolve our products (web/app), distribution platforms (GNews, ChatGPT, etc) and speed to market, in order to move the business beyond the success we've had to date. As the digital media world has moved beyond impressions and flash-in-pan social, we need to build franchises, better package our ad proposition, develop additional distribution platforms / revenue streams and drive efficiencies. We need to integrate our 5 different web publishing brands into one CMS, one UX template, one tech stack, as well as find new ways of leveraging AI and it's multitude of applications You will be given room to reimagine our product & engineering management team, giving you runway to drive change at pace and taking into account that most of your organisation is based in Leeds (Product), Katowice (Product/Engineering), as well as smaller development pods in Italy, Germany and Middle East. What you'll be doing Retool strategy and implement changes across our platform in order to take advantage of both the efficiencies and distribution opportunities that AI will bring Take our product (web/app) to a new level on GOAL, focusing on building a world-class, global publishing franchise Continue to integrate our Local Champion brands - VoetbalZone, Spox, CalcioMercato and Kooora - into THE FC tech stack Move our product design and UX practice forward, putting more rigour into what makes a best-in-class UX Implement a tighter and faster process to ship product changes, reducing our time-to-market and putting us ahead of competition and industry shifts Drive more efficiency and effectiveness from our engineering team, mainly based in Poland. Considering all options and including relocation if necessary Reimage our content production workflow/platforms, in order to improve margin and integrate existing platforms like social, as well as new ones like ChatGPT Supported by content, sales strategy and creative teams, drive better packaging of our brands, formats and platforms - from MUNDIAL, to GOAL (web/app), to INDIVISA Continue to drive our revenue diversification beyond standard media / branded content, by pushing affiliate/betting and subscription further and developing new ways of monetizing our video, audio, text and scores content Be at the forefront of our FC Precision product, which encompasses 1st party / authentication, DMP, segmentation and audience targeting across advanced ad markets like UK and US Responsibilities Oversee Product and Engineering P&L and Long Term Model ("LTM") As part of FC's Senior Leadership Team, drive overall business strategy and direction, while participating in shareholder pacing calls and board meetings Product and technology roadmap, taking into account immediate needs and long term opportunities Imagine new delivery model (engineering org structure), taking into account our need to speed up delivery across all the areas described in the previous section Content creation & distribution platform strategy across text, video, audio and scores, spanning 6 web/app brands reaching 80M UVs and dozens of social handles/brands delivering .75-1bn video views per month. All published in 18 languages, targeting 9 Key Markets (UK, FR, ES, DE, IT, NL, GCC, US, JP), plus 5 Growth Markets (ID, BR, MX, KR, Africa) M&A integration planning and execution at product & engineering levels what you have: Built or scaled a digital media/tech product or content platform, not necessarily in sports Strong understanding of the global digital media landscape, including what it means to operate a multi-market, multi-language, multicultural organization Tech and development chops in order to challenge our existing dev teams and their speed to market Led the positioning and packing of an ad-funded proposition, with its local-market nuances Experience in embracing new technologies, ideally having hands-on experience on GenAI implementations Led an ad funded product proposition and team in a high pace / high growth environment Desirable: Understanding of the football industry and in particular local trends in FC's Key Markets Experience in digital publishing revenue transformation. From ad funded to affiliate, subscription, commerce, as well as other content syndication Ability to scale dev teams in different locations around the world Experience with high growth and/or venture funded companies Footballcois proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, colour, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category.
Here for the Blue Light community The Role and the Team Blue Light Card Foundation is seeking an experienced and innovative Charity Chief Executive Officer who's passionate about supporting the mental health and wellbeing of the blue light community by developing the charity's strategy, to enable it to grow and flourish in supporting its mission. Blue Light Card Foundation want every member of the blue light community to know that they have support, and to know where to find it in their time of need. We fund projects across the UK to provide those that deal with the most challenging situations with quality resources, connected environments, and places that support their wellbeing. What You'll Do Develop and implement strong strategic plans and put these into action in a scalable and sustainable way Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment by actively engaging in mentoring initiatives, empowering colleagues to reach their full potential, and contributing to a culture of continuous learning and professional development Create strategic relationships, collaborative partnerships outside the charity and act as an ambassador and advocate for Blue Light Card Foundation Represent Blue Light Card Foundation at senior meetings within the blue light sector Oversee and implement recruitment, selection, training, development and performance management of colleagues Monitor the effectiveness of Blue Light Card Foundation's work in making a difference and implement change in response to feedback and data Ensure the health and safety and safeguarding of the blue light community is supported by Blue Light Card Foundation programmes Ensure that Trustees are kept well-informed of key developments in Blue Light Card Foundation and provided with sufficient financial and management information to enable them to exercise their statutory responsibilities Manage the charity budget and produce regular financial reports and forecasts Implement sound, sustainable funding plans, oversee fundraising activities ensuring these meet the needs of the foundation Develop and implement integrated campaigns, effective marketing channels and media strategy, reporting on impact and raising the charity presence and profile Ensure full and accurate reporting including the preparation of an annual report and financial statements to the Charity Commission What You'll Bring Senior leadership experience within the charity sector including leading teams in demanding public-facing roles Experience of growing and managing charity programmes, strong governance skills, communications, events and fundraising oversight Experience of developing strong external public relationships promoting and representing an organisation Experience securing funds and working with funding partners and knowledge of funding methodology and related financial issues Grant management and grant making decisions and oversight An understanding of the key measures of financial management and control in a challenging environment Strategic thinking with sound strategic planning, ability to articulate a clear vision and a track record of achieving targets Strong stakeholder management skills and a management style which encourages, motivates, inspires, supports, and develops colleagues Commitment to relevant legislation and good practice in relation to equality and diversity and safeguarding and promoting good mental health and wellbeing in the blue light sector Experience within the blue light sector would be an advantage Our Culture Blue Light Card Foundation culture is built around our members, who are at the heart of everything we do. Our people are integral to helping deliver life-enhancing local and national projects, through grants, to support the wellbeing of the incredible Blue Light community. Blue Light Card Foundation allows us to go further in helping our members. We're committed; we're supportive; we empower, and we understand. Our values underpin our vision; working towards a future where every member of the Blue Light community, both past and present, feels empowered, supported and heard. We work as a team and try to have a bit of fun while we do it, and we recognise the importance of culture and the positive impact it can have on performance for you, the team, our organisation and our members. We believe in attracting the best talent no matter where you are, and have a hybrid working model, with colleagues based in London, the East Midlands and around the country. What We Offer Hybrid workingand flexible hours Free parking and EV charging onsite 25 days plus public holidays and an additional day off for your birthday Great social events e.g., Christmas party, family fun day, summer party, sports matches Relaxed dress code and modern office space (games area, chill-out areas, bookclub, free coffee/tea/soft drinks/snacks) Onsite gym (including access to free HIIT & stretch classes) Learning and development opportunities Group auto-enrolment pension plan Enhanced maternity, paternity, sick pay Company funded private medical insurance Healthcare cashback plan Employee assistance programme (including mental health support) 35 hour working week
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
Here for the Blue Light community The Role and the Team Blue Light Card Foundation is seeking an experienced and innovative Charity Chief Executive Officer who's passionate about supporting the mental health and wellbeing of the blue light community by developing the charity's strategy, to enable it to grow and flourish in supporting its mission. Blue Light Card Foundation want every member of the blue light community to know that they have support, and to know where to find it in their time of need. We fund projects across the UK to provide those that deal with the most challenging situations with quality resources, connected environments, and places that support their wellbeing. What You'll Do Develop and implement strong strategic plans and put these into action in a scalable and sustainable way Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment by actively engaging in mentoring initiatives, empowering colleagues to reach their full potential, and contributing to a culture of continuous learning and professional development Create strategic relationships, collaborative partnerships outside the charity and act as an ambassador and advocate for Blue Light Card Foundation Represent Blue Light Card Foundation at senior meetings within the blue light sector Oversee and implement recruitment, selection, training, development and performance management of colleagues Monitor the effectiveness of Blue Light Card Foundation's work in making a difference and implement change in response to feedback and data Ensure the health and safety and safeguarding of the blue light community is supported by Blue Light Card Foundation programmes Ensure that Trustees are kept well-informed of key developments in Blue Light Card Foundation and provided with sufficient financial and management information to enable them to exercise their statutory responsibilities Manage the charity budget and produce regular financial reports and forecasts Implement sound, sustainable funding plans, oversee fundraising activities ensuring these meet the needs of the foundation Develop and implement integrated campaigns, effective marketing channels and media strategy, reporting on impact and raising the charity presence and profile Ensure full and accurate reporting including the preparation of an annual report and financial statements to the Charity Commission What You'll Bring Senior leadership experience within the charity sector including leading teams in demanding public-facing roles Experience of growing and managing charity programmes, strong governance skills, communications, events and fundraising oversight Experience of developing strong external public relationships promoting and representing an organisation Experience securing funds and working with funding partners and knowledge of funding methodology and related financial issues Grant management and grant making decisions and oversight An understanding of the key measures of financial management and control in a challenging environment Strategic thinking with sound strategic planning, ability to articulate a clear vision and a track record of achieving targets Strong stakeholder management skills and a management style which encourages, motivates, inspires, supports, and develops colleagues Commitment to relevant legislation and good practice in relation to equality and diversity and safeguarding and promoting good mental health and wellbeing in the blue light sector Experience within the blue light sector would be an advantage Our Culture Blue Light Card Foundation culture is built around our members, who are at the heart of everything we do. Our people are integral to helping deliver life-enhancing local and national projects, through grants, to support the wellbeing of the incredible Blue Light community. Blue Light Card Foundation allows us to go further in helping our members. We're committed; we're supportive; we empower, and we understand. Our values underpin our vision; working towards a future where every member of the Blue Light community, both past and present, feels empowered, supported and heard. We work as a team and try to have a bit of fun while we do it, and we recognise the importance of culture and the positive impact it can have on performance for you, the team, our organisation and our members. We believe in attracting the best talent no matter where you are, and have a hybrid working model, with colleagues based in London, the East Midlands and around the country. What We Offer Hybrid workingand flexible hours Free parking and EV charging onsite 25 days plus public holidays and an additional day off for your birthday Great social events e.g., Christmas party, family fun day, summer party, sports matches Relaxed dress code and modern office space (games area, chill-out areas, bookclub, free coffee/tea/soft drinks/snacks) Onsite gym (including access to free HIIT & stretch classes) Learning and development opportunities Group auto-enrolment pension plan Enhanced maternity, paternity, sick pay Company funded private medical insurance Healthcare cashback plan Employee assistance programme (including mental health support) 35 hour working week
Head of Technology Commercial - £56,353 p.a. + benefits We are currently looking for a Head of Technology Commercial to join our Commercial team within the Finance group. This is a full-time opportunity, on a permanent basis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf London, E14 4PU. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites. We are currently implementing a flexible, hybrid way of working, with a minimum of 4 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role, this can flex up to 8 days a month, with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly. Who are we? The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research. The core purpose of the Finance Division is to ensure public funds are spent wisely and that the Executive and the Board make informed decisions about costs and investments than bring public value outcomes. The Commercial team reports to the Chief Finance Officer and is charged with improving commercial outcomes, driving value for money, embedding a stronger commercial focus, reducing risk and improving commercial capability across the MHRA. The Commercial team is responsible for the purchase of goods in services in the categories of Digital and Technology, Facilities Management, Science and Corporate; with a combined portfolio of circa 400 contracts with an addressable spend m per annum. What's the role? The Head of Technology for Commercial reports into the Deputy Director of Commercial who has set an ambitious commercial programme as Central Government transforms Public Sector Procurement. The post holder will work closely with their stakeholders to develop the commercial strategy for digital and technology commercial activity as well as set the roadmap for its delivery. This will be a unique opportunity for the Head of Technology for Commercial to put their mark on their category as they shape and re-brand this area of the commercial team. Key responsibilities: Develop the Commercial Category Strategy for Digital and Technology that supports Operational Transformation ensuring all commercial activity reflects the vision you have devised for your portfolio. Responsible for the delivery of procurement and contract management activity for yourself and team, ensuring accurate, comprehensive and transparent analysis, with recommendations to senior decision makers based on whole life costs that maintain full business ownership of the commercial outcomes. Provide expert commercial advice that draws on relevant procurement legislation, policy, information, supply market knowledge, and commercial experience. To include providing commercial options, solutions and opportunities that best reflect the current market. Engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels to include working in partnership with Agency divisions to develop and execute strategies for sourcing requirements ensuring subsequent contracts demonstrate value for money, maximize the return on investment and improved performance, seeking alternative commercial and service delivery models as appropriate Who are we looking for? Our successful candidate will have: - Experience of procuring and managing contracts for supply of large and complex digital and technology goods and services. Public Sector experience desirable but not required. - The ability to communicate commercial complexity and act in an advisory capacity to senior stakeholders that enables them to arrive at informed decisions and take calculated risk . - A proven track record as a leader providing positive outcomes in a challenging and complex environment. - Seek out opportunities to create effective change and suggest innovative ideas for improvement. - Communicate purpose and direction with clarity, integrity and enthusiasm within the commercial environment. Online application form , including a statement of suitability, attached as a PDF demonstrating how you meet the person specification. Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind, and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application. Please ensure not to include any personal identifying information on your supporting information. Interview , which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles. Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applications are scored based on the statement of suitability provided. You can view the criteria for this role in the job description. Use of AI in Job Applications Applicants must ensure that anything submitted is factually accurate and truthful. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. If you require any disability related adjustments at any point during the process, please contact as soon as possible. Interview date: 09-10/05/2024 Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome. If you need assistance applying for this role or have any other questions, please contact Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available here . Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks . Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant's details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government. Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility here . Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries, please contact . In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners' Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should firstly contact Mira Mepa, Head of Recruitment and Operations, . Create and manage profiles for future opportunities.
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
Head of Technology Commercial - £56,353 p.a. + benefits We are currently looking for a Head of Technology Commercial to join our Commercial team within the Finance group. This is a full-time opportunity, on a permanent basis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf London, E14 4PU. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites. We are currently implementing a flexible, hybrid way of working, with a minimum of 4 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role, this can flex up to 8 days a month, with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly. Who are we? The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research. The core purpose of the Finance Division is to ensure public funds are spent wisely and that the Executive and the Board make informed decisions about costs and investments than bring public value outcomes. The Commercial team reports to the Chief Finance Officer and is charged with improving commercial outcomes, driving value for money, embedding a stronger commercial focus, reducing risk and improving commercial capability across the MHRA. The Commercial team is responsible for the purchase of goods in services in the categories of Digital and Technology, Facilities Management, Science and Corporate; with a combined portfolio of circa 400 contracts with an addressable spend m per annum. What's the role? The Head of Technology for Commercial reports into the Deputy Director of Commercial who has set an ambitious commercial programme as Central Government transforms Public Sector Procurement. The post holder will work closely with their stakeholders to develop the commercial strategy for digital and technology commercial activity as well as set the roadmap for its delivery. This will be a unique opportunity for the Head of Technology for Commercial to put their mark on their category as they shape and re-brand this area of the commercial team. Key responsibilities: Develop the Commercial Category Strategy for Digital and Technology that supports Operational Transformation ensuring all commercial activity reflects the vision you have devised for your portfolio. Responsible for the delivery of procurement and contract management activity for yourself and team, ensuring accurate, comprehensive and transparent analysis, with recommendations to senior decision makers based on whole life costs that maintain full business ownership of the commercial outcomes. Provide expert commercial advice that draws on relevant procurement legislation, policy, information, supply market knowledge, and commercial experience. To include providing commercial options, solutions and opportunities that best reflect the current market. Engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels to include working in partnership with Agency divisions to develop and execute strategies for sourcing requirements ensuring subsequent contracts demonstrate value for money, maximize the return on investment and improved performance, seeking alternative commercial and service delivery models as appropriate Who are we looking for? Our successful candidate will have: - Experience of procuring and managing contracts for supply of large and complex digital and technology goods and services. Public Sector experience desirable but not required. - The ability to communicate commercial complexity and act in an advisory capacity to senior stakeholders that enables them to arrive at informed decisions and take calculated risk . - A proven track record as a leader providing positive outcomes in a challenging and complex environment. - Seek out opportunities to create effective change and suggest innovative ideas for improvement. - Communicate purpose and direction with clarity, integrity and enthusiasm within the commercial environment. Online application form , including a statement of suitability, attached as a PDF demonstrating how you meet the person specification. Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind, and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application. Please ensure not to include any personal identifying information on your supporting information. Interview , which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles. Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applications are scored based on the statement of suitability provided. You can view the criteria for this role in the job description. Use of AI in Job Applications Applicants must ensure that anything submitted is factually accurate and truthful. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. If you require any disability related adjustments at any point during the process, please contact as soon as possible. Interview date: 09-10/05/2024 Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome. If you need assistance applying for this role or have any other questions, please contact Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available here . Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks . Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant's details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government. Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility here . Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries, please contact . In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners' Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should firstly contact Mira Mepa, Head of Recruitment and Operations, . Create and manage profiles for future opportunities.
About the role It's an exciting time to join Government Affairs in AXA UK, with significant investment planned in all UK businesses to transform, deliver new digital services to our customers and streamline and automate our business processes. As part of this, we're looking for a talented individual to join the team in a permanent role. As Senior Public Affairs Manager, you'll deputise for the Head of Government Affairs on AXA UK public affairs strategy and reactive issues. You'll be responsible for delivering strategic priorities and be the main point of contact for internal communications, social media, and AXA Group. You'll lead our strategic campaigns and support communications activity to manage and build AXA UK reputation, and parliamentary and Whitehall representation. At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team and our customers. You'll work at least 40% of your week away from home, either at one of our office locations, visiting stakeholders or attending industry events. There's potential to spend time in Paris with our colleagues from AXA Group. This is a brilliant networking opportunity and a chance to see first-hand how European public affairs teams operate. We're also happy to consider flexible working arrangements, such as condensed hours, which you can discuss with Talent Acquisition. What you'll be doing: Deputise for Head of Government Affairs on political and senior stakeholder engagement. Be a policy expert on key issues and support AXA UK&I decision making with strategic insight and advice. Independently lead pillars of the corporate affairs and reputation strategy, having detailed knowledge of all priorities. Create opportunities for AXA UK's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Management Committee (MC) to build relationships with senior political stakeholders and develop key messages and briefings. Network with cross-industry and political stakeholders to gain insight and influence policy debates. Proactively create national media opportunities with the Head of Media and their team. Lead engagement with Internal Communications and Social Media teams to ensure alignment on issues. Own relationships with external agencies. Oversee team budget. Manage the elected representative complaint process and responses. Due to the number of applications we expect to receive for this role, we reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the listed closing date to ensure we're able to effectively manage interest. Therefore, if you're interested in joining us at AXA, please don't hesitate to apply. About you What we're looking for: Demonstrable experience in public affairs, dealing with UK Government, Whitehall or a regulator - essential. Experience of engaging with complex public policy, business, and technical information to identify and explain key issues - essential. Ability to understand technical policy areas and build AXA UK position externally. Proven experience of delivering strategies which producer meaningful, tangible results. Outstanding networking skills and the ability to engage, influence and persuade others. Motivated self-starter who can bring creative, new ideas and see these through to completion. Flexible and agile approach. Outstanding written communication skills e.g. speeches and briefings and brilliant verbal communication skills e.g. team meetings and stakeholder engagement. As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom. Please include a brief cover letter as part of your application. What we offer At AXA UK, we're appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. You can expect to receive: Competitive annual salary of up to £65,000 dependent on experience Annual company & performance-based bonus Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions) Life Assurance (up to 10 x annual salary) Private health cover 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days leave or sell up to 5 days leave AXA employee discounts Gym benefits To apply, click on the 'apply for this job' button, you'll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and don't discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. If you have a long term health condition or disability and require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, we're proud to offer access to the AXA Accessibility Concierge. For our support, please send an email to . About AXA AXA UK Support Functions power AXA's three customer-facing business units, providing the infrastructure, support and expertise to ensure our customers can always count on us. Whether you've got heaps of experience and qualifications behind you, or you're just starting out, we'll give you the support and opportunities to help you grow and develop with confidence.
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
About the role It's an exciting time to join Government Affairs in AXA UK, with significant investment planned in all UK businesses to transform, deliver new digital services to our customers and streamline and automate our business processes. As part of this, we're looking for a talented individual to join the team in a permanent role. As Senior Public Affairs Manager, you'll deputise for the Head of Government Affairs on AXA UK public affairs strategy and reactive issues. You'll be responsible for delivering strategic priorities and be the main point of contact for internal communications, social media, and AXA Group. You'll lead our strategic campaigns and support communications activity to manage and build AXA UK reputation, and parliamentary and Whitehall representation. At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team and our customers. You'll work at least 40% of your week away from home, either at one of our office locations, visiting stakeholders or attending industry events. There's potential to spend time in Paris with our colleagues from AXA Group. This is a brilliant networking opportunity and a chance to see first-hand how European public affairs teams operate. We're also happy to consider flexible working arrangements, such as condensed hours, which you can discuss with Talent Acquisition. What you'll be doing: Deputise for Head of Government Affairs on political and senior stakeholder engagement. Be a policy expert on key issues and support AXA UK&I decision making with strategic insight and advice. Independently lead pillars of the corporate affairs and reputation strategy, having detailed knowledge of all priorities. Create opportunities for AXA UK's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Management Committee (MC) to build relationships with senior political stakeholders and develop key messages and briefings. Network with cross-industry and political stakeholders to gain insight and influence policy debates. Proactively create national media opportunities with the Head of Media and their team. Lead engagement with Internal Communications and Social Media teams to ensure alignment on issues. Own relationships with external agencies. Oversee team budget. Manage the elected representative complaint process and responses. Due to the number of applications we expect to receive for this role, we reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the listed closing date to ensure we're able to effectively manage interest. Therefore, if you're interested in joining us at AXA, please don't hesitate to apply. About you What we're looking for: Demonstrable experience in public affairs, dealing with UK Government, Whitehall or a regulator - essential. Experience of engaging with complex public policy, business, and technical information to identify and explain key issues - essential. Ability to understand technical policy areas and build AXA UK position externally. Proven experience of delivering strategies which producer meaningful, tangible results. Outstanding networking skills and the ability to engage, influence and persuade others. Motivated self-starter who can bring creative, new ideas and see these through to completion. Flexible and agile approach. Outstanding written communication skills e.g. speeches and briefings and brilliant verbal communication skills e.g. team meetings and stakeholder engagement. As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom. Please include a brief cover letter as part of your application. What we offer At AXA UK, we're appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. You can expect to receive: Competitive annual salary of up to £65,000 dependent on experience Annual company & performance-based bonus Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions) Life Assurance (up to 10 x annual salary) Private health cover 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days leave or sell up to 5 days leave AXA employee discounts Gym benefits To apply, click on the 'apply for this job' button, you'll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and don't discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. If you have a long term health condition or disability and require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, we're proud to offer access to the AXA Accessibility Concierge. For our support, please send an email to . About AXA AXA UK Support Functions power AXA's three customer-facing business units, providing the infrastructure, support and expertise to ensure our customers can always count on us. Whether you've got heaps of experience and qualifications behind you, or you're just starting out, we'll give you the support and opportunities to help you grow and develop with confidence.
Our client, a major insurance institution, are looking to hire an Interim Chief Data Officer. The Chief Data Officer will report to the COO & work closely with a number of other C-suite leaders and Senior Managers. The Chief Data Officer will be tasked with developing a strategy and kicking of the process of: Building Data Infrastructure Data Acquisition & Collection Data Governance The Chief Data Officer will also work with the business to find their successor as well as helping to advise on future strategy for this function & the Data Science function within the company. This role would suit an individual with strong corporate experience dealing with the C-Suite, who has experience of building Data Infrastructure & Collection strategy at an enterprise level. Client are willing to pay accommodation for an individual if not Zurich based.
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
Our client, a major insurance institution, are looking to hire an Interim Chief Data Officer. The Chief Data Officer will report to the COO & work closely with a number of other C-suite leaders and Senior Managers. The Chief Data Officer will be tasked with developing a strategy and kicking of the process of: Building Data Infrastructure Data Acquisition & Collection Data Governance The Chief Data Officer will also work with the business to find their successor as well as helping to advise on future strategy for this function & the Data Science function within the company. This role would suit an individual with strong corporate experience dealing with the C-Suite, who has experience of building Data Infrastructure & Collection strategy at an enterprise level. Client are willing to pay accommodation for an individual if not Zurich based.
IT Business Manager / Junior Chief of Staff West Malling- 2 days per week onsite c£75,000 base (doe), + benefits We are looking for a highly commercial and strategic individual to join us in a newly create role as a Senior Business Manager / Junior Chief of Staff role. Sitting firmly within IT & Technology and reporting directly in to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), you will operate as their trusted advisor and right-hand support. You will be a self-starter, able to work autonomously under your own direction, and be able to handle sensitive commercial information appropriately. As Business Manager you will help to shape the future services offered by technology, ensure smooth operation of the division by breaking down inter-departmental silos, identifying operational efficiency, support budget process and financial planning, resource allocation and recruitment, and drive innovative and streamlined processes. Applicants should know that this is a very strategic and high-impact role which requires strong commercial and financial awareness, deep understanding of business strategy and excellent communication skills promoting the focus, outputs and successes of the Technology division. Key skills and experience you will be able to demonstrate: Previous experience in a similar strategic advisory capacity to senior leadership/ CXO's. Prior experience working within an IT function previously. Strong commercial focus, easily able to demonstrate examples of identifying and driving improvements in operational efficiency. Strong commercial finance- budget management and financial planning and tracking. Good project management skills. Executive level reporting and presentation skills. Proven background in supporting and driving business strategy. Excellent stakeholder management This is a great opportunity to play a key role, front and centre in the technology function, driving its evolution and growth, through a large period of transformation, which in turn will drive the onward growth of the company. Alongside a competitive annual salary you will gain exposure to, and work consistently with a wide range of director and C-Suite personnel. You will be able to work flexibly working (2 days per week onsite) and be eligible for a range of other flexible benefits.
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
IT Business Manager / Junior Chief of Staff West Malling- 2 days per week onsite c£75,000 base (doe), + benefits We are looking for a highly commercial and strategic individual to join us in a newly create role as a Senior Business Manager / Junior Chief of Staff role. Sitting firmly within IT & Technology and reporting directly in to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), you will operate as their trusted advisor and right-hand support. You will be a self-starter, able to work autonomously under your own direction, and be able to handle sensitive commercial information appropriately. As Business Manager you will help to shape the future services offered by technology, ensure smooth operation of the division by breaking down inter-departmental silos, identifying operational efficiency, support budget process and financial planning, resource allocation and recruitment, and drive innovative and streamlined processes. Applicants should know that this is a very strategic and high-impact role which requires strong commercial and financial awareness, deep understanding of business strategy and excellent communication skills promoting the focus, outputs and successes of the Technology division. Key skills and experience you will be able to demonstrate: Previous experience in a similar strategic advisory capacity to senior leadership/ CXO's. Prior experience working within an IT function previously. Strong commercial focus, easily able to demonstrate examples of identifying and driving improvements in operational efficiency. Strong commercial finance- budget management and financial planning and tracking. Good project management skills. Executive level reporting and presentation skills. Proven background in supporting and driving business strategy. Excellent stakeholder management This is a great opportunity to play a key role, front and centre in the technology function, driving its evolution and growth, through a large period of transformation, which in turn will drive the onward growth of the company. Alongside a competitive annual salary you will gain exposure to, and work consistently with a wide range of director and C-Suite personnel. You will be able to work flexibly working (2 days per week onsite) and be eligible for a range of other flexible benefits.
Scottish Rowing: Chief Executive Officer Position: Chief Executive Officer Re sponsible to: President of Scottish Rowing and Board of Directors Contract Type: Full Time Permanent Location: Scotland Background Scottish Rowing is the Governing Body for rowing in Scotland. Our vision is a successful and thriving rowing community and our mission is to support and empower people in Scotland to enjoy rowing and achieve their potential. Since 2022, Scottish Rowing has gone through a period of significant change with the introduction of a new Olympic and Commonwealth discipline, the expansion of the performance programme and a specific focus on extending the reach of the sport of rowing. We are about to undertake our next strategic review - setting the direction for Scottish Rowing for 2026-29 and beyond and are seeking a new CEO to lead the organisation through this review and on to the next exciting phase in its development. Scottish Rowing currently employs a team of 14 staff, including three dedicated coaching posts and is based at the Scottish Rowing Centre - its own dedicated training facility at Strathclyde Country Park. The CEO will be responsible to the President and Board of Directors and is charged with delivering the organisation's strategic objectives, and providing leadership, support and guidance to the Scottish Rowing team, and leading the rowing community across Scotland. The CEO is expected to work closely with the rowing community to widen participation in rowing and improve performance across all disciplines. These aims will be underpinned by a commitment to outstanding governance and leadership and an effective communication strategy. This role requires a strong and dynamic leader who is passionate about the power sport has to change lives and is driven to make a difference through the continued development and growth of rowing across Scotland. This opportunity would suit an experienced sports administrator, but equally we are interested to receive applications from ambitious early career leaders who can demonstrate that they have the skills and experience to step up to a CEO role in a growing Scottish Governing Body of Sport. Key Re sponsibilities: Strategic and operational Delivery The Chief Executive Officer will: lead the development, implementation and delivery of the Scottish Rowing strategic plan, in collaboration with the Board, Scottish Rowing community, and other key stakeholders work with the Board to monitor and develop the strategic plan and be accountable for performance against it establish annual targets, aligned to the strategic goals deliver annual operational plans and budgets aligned to the achievement of annual targets maintain policies and procedures to ensure that the organisation remains compliant with all relevant legislation and best practice work with the Finance Director and relevant committees to ensure that the organisation manages its finances in accordance with company policy oversee continual improvement in the organisation's ability to communicate with its stakeholders develop an asset base that provides the opportunity to attract commercial income and sponsorship to diversify the company's income streams Leadership The Chief Executive Officer will: ensure that Scottish Rowing enhances its position as a modern, forward thinking and high-achieving governing body work with the Board and relevant committees to ensure that the organisation upholds the highest standards of governance, in accordance with current best practice recruit and develop staff, establishing an optimal structure and developing a performance culture and clarity of purpose, responsibility and accountability establish a collaborative approach to the achievement of strategic and annual goals Management, Administration & Governance The Chief Executive Officer will: serve as the senior employee and ultimate line manager for Scottish Rowing's staff actively work to train and develop staff members to ensure they reach full potential ensure the personnel systems are sound and provide a framework within which employees are continuously evaluated and encouraged to assume greater levels of responsibility continuously review and improve existing management systems in order to improve efficiency continuously evaluate the financial condition of Scottish Rowing and ensure that proper controls are in place to ensure its long-term viability ensure accurate information on the current financial situation is presented to the Board of Directors on at least a quarterly basis Partnerships The Chief Executive Officer will develop and maintain effective partnerships to maximise the impact of Scottish Rowing with the following key partners and stakeholders: Clubs and Scottish Rowing membership Scottish Government Active Scotland British Rowing Welsh Rowing Local Authorities / Leisure Trusts HE partners Commonwealth Games Scotland Commonwealth Rowing Federation Person Specification Applicants for the position of CEO of Scottish Rowing should meet the following personal specifications. Ke y skills and experience required: Experience in a senior leadership role within a sport-related organisation Hands-on management and team leadership experience Demonstrable experience of financial management Strong strategic and operational planning skills, and the ability to prioritise work by using resources effectively and efficiently An ability to build trust and work in partnership with a Board and to harness their knowledge and experience Excellent communication skills with evidence of an ability to communicate with a variety of diverse stakeholders including the media when required A track record of producing innovative solutions to business challenges A sound working knowledge of the relationship between sport and the public and private sectors Abilityto build and maintain strong, transparent relationships with key stakeholders Ability to support, challenge and manage a relationship with Directors, Committee Members and Staff B e h a vi o u r a l competencies and qualities required: Outstanding personal and professional integrity A willingness to take direction and advice from the Chair and Board, whilst also feeling confident enough to challenge and listen to alternative views Strategic perspective, vision and ability to work positively within a team Drive and commitment and the ability to demonstrate this to others Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills and the ability to develop effective, sustainable partnerships Selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership A commitment to the sport and the organisation Strong intellectual and analytical abilities Innovative thinker and ability to focus on the issues to be dealt with Dynamic, enthusiastic and energetic Resilience and ability to make things happen Qualifications/skills required: Undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification/ work experience Highly computer literate How to apply Scottish Rowing is committed to selecting staff solely based on their ability to do the job for which they are being recruited and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Applicants should return a completed application form and CV by email to , or by post to Scottish Rowing, Scottish Rowing Centre, 366 Hamilton Road, Motherwell, ML1 3ED. Our Equality monitoring form should be completed using the link below. Applications for this position close at 11:59pm on Monday 15 th April 2024. Interviews will be held on 25 th April 2024.
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
Scottish Rowing: Chief Executive Officer Position: Chief Executive Officer Re sponsible to: President of Scottish Rowing and Board of Directors Contract Type: Full Time Permanent Location: Scotland Background Scottish Rowing is the Governing Body for rowing in Scotland. Our vision is a successful and thriving rowing community and our mission is to support and empower people in Scotland to enjoy rowing and achieve their potential. Since 2022, Scottish Rowing has gone through a period of significant change with the introduction of a new Olympic and Commonwealth discipline, the expansion of the performance programme and a specific focus on extending the reach of the sport of rowing. We are about to undertake our next strategic review - setting the direction for Scottish Rowing for 2026-29 and beyond and are seeking a new CEO to lead the organisation through this review and on to the next exciting phase in its development. Scottish Rowing currently employs a team of 14 staff, including three dedicated coaching posts and is based at the Scottish Rowing Centre - its own dedicated training facility at Strathclyde Country Park. The CEO will be responsible to the President and Board of Directors and is charged with delivering the organisation's strategic objectives, and providing leadership, support and guidance to the Scottish Rowing team, and leading the rowing community across Scotland. The CEO is expected to work closely with the rowing community to widen participation in rowing and improve performance across all disciplines. These aims will be underpinned by a commitment to outstanding governance and leadership and an effective communication strategy. This role requires a strong and dynamic leader who is passionate about the power sport has to change lives and is driven to make a difference through the continued development and growth of rowing across Scotland. This opportunity would suit an experienced sports administrator, but equally we are interested to receive applications from ambitious early career leaders who can demonstrate that they have the skills and experience to step up to a CEO role in a growing Scottish Governing Body of Sport. Key Re sponsibilities: Strategic and operational Delivery The Chief Executive Officer will: lead the development, implementation and delivery of the Scottish Rowing strategic plan, in collaboration with the Board, Scottish Rowing community, and other key stakeholders work with the Board to monitor and develop the strategic plan and be accountable for performance against it establish annual targets, aligned to the strategic goals deliver annual operational plans and budgets aligned to the achievement of annual targets maintain policies and procedures to ensure that the organisation remains compliant with all relevant legislation and best practice work with the Finance Director and relevant committees to ensure that the organisation manages its finances in accordance with company policy oversee continual improvement in the organisation's ability to communicate with its stakeholders develop an asset base that provides the opportunity to attract commercial income and sponsorship to diversify the company's income streams Leadership The Chief Executive Officer will: ensure that Scottish Rowing enhances its position as a modern, forward thinking and high-achieving governing body work with the Board and relevant committees to ensure that the organisation upholds the highest standards of governance, in accordance with current best practice recruit and develop staff, establishing an optimal structure and developing a performance culture and clarity of purpose, responsibility and accountability establish a collaborative approach to the achievement of strategic and annual goals Management, Administration & Governance The Chief Executive Officer will: serve as the senior employee and ultimate line manager for Scottish Rowing's staff actively work to train and develop staff members to ensure they reach full potential ensure the personnel systems are sound and provide a framework within which employees are continuously evaluated and encouraged to assume greater levels of responsibility continuously review and improve existing management systems in order to improve efficiency continuously evaluate the financial condition of Scottish Rowing and ensure that proper controls are in place to ensure its long-term viability ensure accurate information on the current financial situation is presented to the Board of Directors on at least a quarterly basis Partnerships The Chief Executive Officer will develop and maintain effective partnerships to maximise the impact of Scottish Rowing with the following key partners and stakeholders: Clubs and Scottish Rowing membership Scottish Government Active Scotland British Rowing Welsh Rowing Local Authorities / Leisure Trusts HE partners Commonwealth Games Scotland Commonwealth Rowing Federation Person Specification Applicants for the position of CEO of Scottish Rowing should meet the following personal specifications. Ke y skills and experience required: Experience in a senior leadership role within a sport-related organisation Hands-on management and team leadership experience Demonstrable experience of financial management Strong strategic and operational planning skills, and the ability to prioritise work by using resources effectively and efficiently An ability to build trust and work in partnership with a Board and to harness their knowledge and experience Excellent communication skills with evidence of an ability to communicate with a variety of diverse stakeholders including the media when required A track record of producing innovative solutions to business challenges A sound working knowledge of the relationship between sport and the public and private sectors Abilityto build and maintain strong, transparent relationships with key stakeholders Ability to support, challenge and manage a relationship with Directors, Committee Members and Staff B e h a vi o u r a l competencies and qualities required: Outstanding personal and professional integrity A willingness to take direction and advice from the Chair and Board, whilst also feeling confident enough to challenge and listen to alternative views Strategic perspective, vision and ability to work positively within a team Drive and commitment and the ability to demonstrate this to others Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills and the ability to develop effective, sustainable partnerships Selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership A commitment to the sport and the organisation Strong intellectual and analytical abilities Innovative thinker and ability to focus on the issues to be dealt with Dynamic, enthusiastic and energetic Resilience and ability to make things happen Qualifications/skills required: Undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification/ work experience Highly computer literate How to apply Scottish Rowing is committed to selecting staff solely based on their ability to do the job for which they are being recruited and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Applicants should return a completed application form and CV by email to , or by post to Scottish Rowing, Scottish Rowing Centre, 366 Hamilton Road, Motherwell, ML1 3ED. Our Equality monitoring form should be completed using the link below. Applications for this position close at 11:59pm on Monday 15 th April 2024. Interviews will be held on 25 th April 2024.
Head of Supply Chain & Procurement - LSL Financial Services Part of LSL Property Services plc, PRIMIS Mortgage Network are the largest Mortgage and Protection Network in the UK with some 950 firms as business partners and circa 3000 advisors working alongside us and jointly amounting to some 11% of the mortgage market share in the UK. The FS division also includes TMA, Direct Life and Linear Financial Solutions. We are keen to recruit a Head of Supply Chain & Procurement (reporting to our Chief Finance Officer) in what is a new role within our growing business. This role presents an exciting opportunity for a Supply Chain and Procurement professional to contribute to the success of our Financial Services Division by ensuring optimum outcomes for the business. The role will be based partly out of our HQ site on the Birmingham Business Park in Solihull or our offices in Chippenham, Wiltshire although we are more than happy with a combination of Office and Home Working (hybrid) and may even consider remote working with occasional visits to our office locations for the right individual (UK only) . Role Purpose: Define and lead the implementation of the Financial Services Division supplier procurement and management strategy in collaboration with key stakeholders. Collaborate with the executive relationship/strategic owner to effectively manage commercial relationships and negotiate contracts with key suppliers, ensuring optimal outcomes for the business. Implement monitoring mechanisms to track and report on key supply chain risk indicators and to support management within risk appetite Lead the classification and evaluation of existing and new suppliers and ensure that appropriate and proportionate systems and controls are in place. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, IT, and Risk functions, to implement risk mitigation measures effectively. Define a strategically led tender process for new supplier relationships, leveraging insights from commercial and technical assessments to make informed recommendations. Maintain an 'audit ready 'repository for contracts, files, and documentation for future reference, ensuring transparency and accountability and ensuring that contracts are regularly reviewed. Manage and maintain relationships with existing Tier 1 suppliers and ensure effective management by the Execuitve team so that contracted standards and SLAs are met or exceeded. Establish and manage value for money reviews of existing contracts and arrangements including services provided to the business by LSL Group Ensure that all part of the supply chain meet or exceed the Group ESG risk appetite. Main Accountabilities: Establish a FSD wide supply changing management policy and ensure adherence to core principles and standards. Manage operational reviews of supplier performance, developing KRIs and KPIs to monitor, challenge and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Evaluate and report on supplier capabilities, pricing, and quality to ensure alignment with business needs and standards. Support the accountable Executive in negotiations with key suppliers Develop working relationships with Contracts Managers and Suppliers so that good working practices are introduced, maintained/improved and roles and responsibilities are clearly set out and robust. Knowledge & Expertise: Excellent organisational and multi-tasking skills including the ability to prioritise and schedule own workload. Initiative-taking resourceful and thorough and capable of working under time pressure, both independently and part of a team with minimum supervision. Awareness of relevant legislative and regulatory corporate governance. Strong leadership and motivational skills Ability to lead and deliver change and contribute to culture change successfully, including guiding first line teams to a mature state. Good verbal and written communication skills and able to communicate effectively at all levels. Excellent organisational and multi-tasking skills including the ability to prioritise and schedule own workload. Self-motivated resourceful and thorough and capable of working under time pressure, both independently and part of a team with minimum supervision. Awareness of relevant legislative and regulatory corporate governance Ability to manage confidential and sensitive issues. Report writing and policy creation and communication. Ability to quickly learn new procedures, skills, and techniques. Ability to function in a high paced environment to meet high pressure deadlines. Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships Experience and Qualifications required: Educated to degree level or equivalent practical experience, complemented by a minimum of 5 years in procurement or related roles. The ability to maintain supplier and contract information in Microsoft SharePoint Higher level MS Office/ 365 skills Preferred qualifications: CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations Knowledge of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) and forthcoming UK Critical Third-Party regulation or similar regulatory frameworks related to operational resilience in the financial sector. Salary and Benefits - £60,000 - £70,000 DOE and negotiable Benefits to include enhanced pension, healthcare and share incentives when available. Based on the Birmingham Business Park in Solihull or our offices in Chippenham, Wiltshire although we are more than happy with a combination of Office and Home Working (hybrid) and may even consider remote working with occasional visits to our office locations for the right individual (UK only) . We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on your background or needs, if you require any adjustments to make the recruitment process easier please let us know. LSL are dedicated to protecting your data - our Recruitment Privacy Notice can be viewed on the LSL Careers website
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
Head of Supply Chain & Procurement - LSL Financial Services Part of LSL Property Services plc, PRIMIS Mortgage Network are the largest Mortgage and Protection Network in the UK with some 950 firms as business partners and circa 3000 advisors working alongside us and jointly amounting to some 11% of the mortgage market share in the UK. The FS division also includes TMA, Direct Life and Linear Financial Solutions. We are keen to recruit a Head of Supply Chain & Procurement (reporting to our Chief Finance Officer) in what is a new role within our growing business. This role presents an exciting opportunity for a Supply Chain and Procurement professional to contribute to the success of our Financial Services Division by ensuring optimum outcomes for the business. The role will be based partly out of our HQ site on the Birmingham Business Park in Solihull or our offices in Chippenham, Wiltshire although we are more than happy with a combination of Office and Home Working (hybrid) and may even consider remote working with occasional visits to our office locations for the right individual (UK only) . Role Purpose: Define and lead the implementation of the Financial Services Division supplier procurement and management strategy in collaboration with key stakeholders. Collaborate with the executive relationship/strategic owner to effectively manage commercial relationships and negotiate contracts with key suppliers, ensuring optimal outcomes for the business. Implement monitoring mechanisms to track and report on key supply chain risk indicators and to support management within risk appetite Lead the classification and evaluation of existing and new suppliers and ensure that appropriate and proportionate systems and controls are in place. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, IT, and Risk functions, to implement risk mitigation measures effectively. Define a strategically led tender process for new supplier relationships, leveraging insights from commercial and technical assessments to make informed recommendations. Maintain an 'audit ready 'repository for contracts, files, and documentation for future reference, ensuring transparency and accountability and ensuring that contracts are regularly reviewed. Manage and maintain relationships with existing Tier 1 suppliers and ensure effective management by the Execuitve team so that contracted standards and SLAs are met or exceeded. Establish and manage value for money reviews of existing contracts and arrangements including services provided to the business by LSL Group Ensure that all part of the supply chain meet or exceed the Group ESG risk appetite. Main Accountabilities: Establish a FSD wide supply changing management policy and ensure adherence to core principles and standards. Manage operational reviews of supplier performance, developing KRIs and KPIs to monitor, challenge and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Evaluate and report on supplier capabilities, pricing, and quality to ensure alignment with business needs and standards. Support the accountable Executive in negotiations with key suppliers Develop working relationships with Contracts Managers and Suppliers so that good working practices are introduced, maintained/improved and roles and responsibilities are clearly set out and robust. Knowledge & Expertise: Excellent organisational and multi-tasking skills including the ability to prioritise and schedule own workload. Initiative-taking resourceful and thorough and capable of working under time pressure, both independently and part of a team with minimum supervision. Awareness of relevant legislative and regulatory corporate governance. Strong leadership and motivational skills Ability to lead and deliver change and contribute to culture change successfully, including guiding first line teams to a mature state. Good verbal and written communication skills and able to communicate effectively at all levels. Excellent organisational and multi-tasking skills including the ability to prioritise and schedule own workload. Self-motivated resourceful and thorough and capable of working under time pressure, both independently and part of a team with minimum supervision. Awareness of relevant legislative and regulatory corporate governance Ability to manage confidential and sensitive issues. Report writing and policy creation and communication. Ability to quickly learn new procedures, skills, and techniques. Ability to function in a high paced environment to meet high pressure deadlines. Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships Experience and Qualifications required: Educated to degree level or equivalent practical experience, complemented by a minimum of 5 years in procurement or related roles. The ability to maintain supplier and contract information in Microsoft SharePoint Higher level MS Office/ 365 skills Preferred qualifications: CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations Knowledge of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) and forthcoming UK Critical Third-Party regulation or similar regulatory frameworks related to operational resilience in the financial sector. Salary and Benefits - £60,000 - £70,000 DOE and negotiable Benefits to include enhanced pension, healthcare and share incentives when available. Based on the Birmingham Business Park in Solihull or our offices in Chippenham, Wiltshire although we are more than happy with a combination of Office and Home Working (hybrid) and may even consider remote working with occasional visits to our office locations for the right individual (UK only) . We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on your background or needs, if you require any adjustments to make the recruitment process easier please let us know. LSL are dedicated to protecting your data - our Recruitment Privacy Notice can be viewed on the LSL Careers website
Not your average PA role, nor a typical business. You ll be joining a rapidly growing professional services firm whose work is at the heart of society, in a role that has come about through promotion. While the company has a number of PAs and Executive Assistants at their head office in London, yours will be the first to support their Bristol office. They are a business who thrives on diversity and inclusion, with many different lived experiences contributing to their growth and success. You will support a team of Director-level fee earners, enabling them in their work, by easing their admin burden. It s their diversity of work and communication styles that will need a nimble hand to assist them. While also working as part of a close-knit business support team of PA and EAs across a varied workload. They are friendly and supportive, who will want to make sure you get up to speed suitably. You already know the role of a PA, so I won t trouble you with a list of responsibilities you could write yourself it s the context and challenge that define this opportunity. A full job description is available (contact me on the details below). While this is a busy role, it s achievable in normal hours. They are recruiting other roles to ensure their work is sustainable, and it will be down to you to manage your time and workload in a way that works for everyone. About you You are a capable Personal Assistant or Team Assistant for a group of Directors. You ll benefit from a role where you can continue to learn and progress. As the company keeps growing, they will look to progress their current team where possible. You care about your work and enjoy working as part of a team who are in it together. You are someone who thrives in the ambiguity of a scaling business, who looks for opportunities to help, and who is accountable in what you do. If you prefer a steady structured workload, where you know what you ll be doing day in day out, and in six months time, you may not find this role right for you. Points you may be interested in You ll work 3 days in the office, and the remainder from home. You ll occasionally travel to London (likely once every six weeks) to attend team and company events, with plenty of notice in advance any travel and accommodation away from the local office will be fully paid for. This will be a 3-stage interview process - 1st stage with the hiring manager on May 17th (dates will be available the following week if needed) (Teams) 2nd interview with the Head of Department and Chief People Officer (Teams), week commencing May 28th Final meeting with the team in Bristol to meet the Directors and team and ensure it s the right move for you. Benefits 25 days holiday, with an option to buy up to 5 more Support and funding for qualifications Employee Assistance programme 4% pension contribution Private Medical Life assurance Social events Annual bonus This advert was first listed on 27th April 2024. If you need any help or have any questions, please get in touch on (phone number removed) or "greg dot wyatt at bwrecruitment dot co dot uk". I m working on this vacancy exclusively and will want to make sure you are happy with everything before we go any further. If this appeals to you, please apply. I ll get back to every application within three working days. Don t worry if your CV isn t up-to-date, we can deal with that later if the role is of interest to you.
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
Not your average PA role, nor a typical business. You ll be joining a rapidly growing professional services firm whose work is at the heart of society, in a role that has come about through promotion. While the company has a number of PAs and Executive Assistants at their head office in London, yours will be the first to support their Bristol office. They are a business who thrives on diversity and inclusion, with many different lived experiences contributing to their growth and success. You will support a team of Director-level fee earners, enabling them in their work, by easing their admin burden. It s their diversity of work and communication styles that will need a nimble hand to assist them. While also working as part of a close-knit business support team of PA and EAs across a varied workload. They are friendly and supportive, who will want to make sure you get up to speed suitably. You already know the role of a PA, so I won t trouble you with a list of responsibilities you could write yourself it s the context and challenge that define this opportunity. A full job description is available (contact me on the details below). While this is a busy role, it s achievable in normal hours. They are recruiting other roles to ensure their work is sustainable, and it will be down to you to manage your time and workload in a way that works for everyone. About you You are a capable Personal Assistant or Team Assistant for a group of Directors. You ll benefit from a role where you can continue to learn and progress. As the company keeps growing, they will look to progress their current team where possible. You care about your work and enjoy working as part of a team who are in it together. You are someone who thrives in the ambiguity of a scaling business, who looks for opportunities to help, and who is accountable in what you do. If you prefer a steady structured workload, where you know what you ll be doing day in day out, and in six months time, you may not find this role right for you. Points you may be interested in You ll work 3 days in the office, and the remainder from home. You ll occasionally travel to London (likely once every six weeks) to attend team and company events, with plenty of notice in advance any travel and accommodation away from the local office will be fully paid for. This will be a 3-stage interview process - 1st stage with the hiring manager on May 17th (dates will be available the following week if needed) (Teams) 2nd interview with the Head of Department and Chief People Officer (Teams), week commencing May 28th Final meeting with the team in Bristol to meet the Directors and team and ensure it s the right move for you. Benefits 25 days holiday, with an option to buy up to 5 more Support and funding for qualifications Employee Assistance programme 4% pension contribution Private Medical Life assurance Social events Annual bonus This advert was first listed on 27th April 2024. If you need any help or have any questions, please get in touch on (phone number removed) or "greg dot wyatt at bwrecruitment dot co dot uk". I m working on this vacancy exclusively and will want to make sure you are happy with everything before we go any further. If this appeals to you, please apply. I ll get back to every application within three working days. Don t worry if your CV isn t up-to-date, we can deal with that later if the role is of interest to you.
The Government Internal Audit Agency (GIAA) is an executive agency of His Majesty's Treasury (HM Treasury), established in April 2015 to improve the quality of internal audit provided to central government. About the Team This is an exciting opportunity to join a small and busy governance team, based within the Corporate Services division. The team provides a wide range of corporate governance services. About the Job This is a high-profile role which is crucial to the delivery of effective assurance to the Accounting Officer (the Chief Executive) on the management of risk, assurance and internal controls within the Agency. The post holder will have responsibility for the risk and assurance processes within the Agency, and implementation and management of the Risk Control Framework that provides reliable evidence to underpin the assessment for the annual Governance Statement. Responsibilities will include: Development and oversight of the Agency's assurance environment and control framework. Leading on the management and development of the Agency's approach to risk management. Providing regular risk and assurance reports to the Agency's Governance bodies. Secretary to the Audit and Risk Assurance Committee, a Committee of the Agency Board. Line management of the Risk & Assurance Officer. Ensuring that all the governance procedures and policies are up to date and accessible. The role offers a unique opportunity to be involved in embedding, and continually improving, excellent risk and assurance practices in a government Executive Agency that places a strong emphasis on sound systems of governance, risk management and internal control. About You With a keen eye for detail, the successful candidate will need to be highly organised, self-motivated, with excellent communication skills and confidence to work directly with very senior managers. It would be preferable for candidates to have achieved or be working towards a qualification in Risk Management or other relevant professional qualification. About Us We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, and we welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly, for example, part-time, term time or job share. Hybrid Working is available to GIAA colleagues. This means a combination of office working and working from home. This includes time spent in our GIAA office locations and can also include any time spent attending our customers' sites. GIAA colleagues are expected to work in an office location for three days a week on average (60%). Naturally, this expectation will be applied on a pro-rata basis for people who have a part-time or compressed hours working pattern. Benefits of working for the Government Internal Audit Agency: Competitive salaries and in year rewards Flexible working Competitive contributory pension scheme with employer contributions starting from 26.6%. Discounts on big brands and supermarkets, online shops and on the high street. Paid volunteering days Season ticket loans/Cycle to work scheme Free eyesight test Family friendly HR policies 25 days annual leave, increasing one day each year to 30 days after 5 years' service For more information about the GIAA, role, salary, benefits, who to contact and how to apply please follow the Apply link. If you need any reasonable adjustments to take part in the selection process, please tell us about this in your online application form, or speak to the recruitment team at
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
The Government Internal Audit Agency (GIAA) is an executive agency of His Majesty's Treasury (HM Treasury), established in April 2015 to improve the quality of internal audit provided to central government. About the Team This is an exciting opportunity to join a small and busy governance team, based within the Corporate Services division. The team provides a wide range of corporate governance services. About the Job This is a high-profile role which is crucial to the delivery of effective assurance to the Accounting Officer (the Chief Executive) on the management of risk, assurance and internal controls within the Agency. The post holder will have responsibility for the risk and assurance processes within the Agency, and implementation and management of the Risk Control Framework that provides reliable evidence to underpin the assessment for the annual Governance Statement. Responsibilities will include: Development and oversight of the Agency's assurance environment and control framework. Leading on the management and development of the Agency's approach to risk management. Providing regular risk and assurance reports to the Agency's Governance bodies. Secretary to the Audit and Risk Assurance Committee, a Committee of the Agency Board. Line management of the Risk & Assurance Officer. Ensuring that all the governance procedures and policies are up to date and accessible. The role offers a unique opportunity to be involved in embedding, and continually improving, excellent risk and assurance practices in a government Executive Agency that places a strong emphasis on sound systems of governance, risk management and internal control. About You With a keen eye for detail, the successful candidate will need to be highly organised, self-motivated, with excellent communication skills and confidence to work directly with very senior managers. It would be preferable for candidates to have achieved or be working towards a qualification in Risk Management or other relevant professional qualification. About Us We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, and we welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly, for example, part-time, term time or job share. Hybrid Working is available to GIAA colleagues. This means a combination of office working and working from home. This includes time spent in our GIAA office locations and can also include any time spent attending our customers' sites. GIAA colleagues are expected to work in an office location for three days a week on average (60%). Naturally, this expectation will be applied on a pro-rata basis for people who have a part-time or compressed hours working pattern. Benefits of working for the Government Internal Audit Agency: Competitive salaries and in year rewards Flexible working Competitive contributory pension scheme with employer contributions starting from 26.6%. Discounts on big brands and supermarkets, online shops and on the high street. Paid volunteering days Season ticket loans/Cycle to work scheme Free eyesight test Family friendly HR policies 25 days annual leave, increasing one day each year to 30 days after 5 years' service For more information about the GIAA, role, salary, benefits, who to contact and how to apply please follow the Apply link. If you need any reasonable adjustments to take part in the selection process, please tell us about this in your online application form, or speak to the recruitment team at
Working from home/remotely with occasional meetings in Edinburgh (Remote) Closing1st May 2024 Advertised from 17th April 2024 25 hours per week. Role Would you like to lead an organisation providing vital mental health support to some of the most vulnerable? North East Edinburgh Counselling Services (NEECS) have been delivering counselling services to communities in NorthEast Edinburgh for almost 30 years. We are seeking a new CEO who can further develop the success of our outgoing CEO in securing substantial funding. Weare planning for the future and are looking for a candidate who can achieve our ambition to expand our serviceand provide more people with the help they need. Leading a small staff team and a team of sessional self-employed counsellors, this role offers an excitingopportunity to build a sustainable future for the organisation and those most in need of its services. NEECS iscommitted to supporting staff in their professional development and this role offers the the chance to grow anddevelop your skills along with the organisation and its impact. What you will bring A passion for improving mental health in the local community. A proven track record of securing externalfunding from a range of sources, including statutory, trusts and grants and donations. An inclusiveleadership approach and experience of managing, growing and developing thriving staff teams. A highlevel of business acumen, including managing and overseeing all aspects of operation of a smallorganisation. A sound understanding of finance. A self-starter with a 'Can Do' attitude, who iscomfortable working for a small organisation. The ambition to increase our impact, so we can do more formore people. What we offer Flexibility in location and when your hours are worked 27 days annual leave plus 8 days public holidays (pro rata) Auto-enrolment workplace pension scheme with 5% employer contribution if staff make the minimum statutory contributions. External supervision from a supervisor/professional consultant (as agreed with board of trustees). Once you have sent this, please also complete our Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form online. We value diversity and encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you have anyspecific access requirements, please let us know and we will do our best to meet your needs. The Chair will hold the Board and Executive Team to account for the Charity's mission and vision, providing strongleadership to the Board of Trustees to ensure that the Board functions as a unit, and that each trustee fulfilstheir duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the charity. The Chair will develop and maintain a supportive and constructive relationship with the Chief Executive, workingtogether to provide a clear strategic direction for the Charity, regularly reviewing and mitigating risk andensuring financial accountability. The Chair will act as an ambassador for and representative of the charity when required. Personal Qualities • Strong leadership and relationship building skills • Demonstrate tact and diplomacy, with the ability to listen and engage effectively • Strong networking capabilities that can be utilised for the benefit of the Charity Experience/Skills • Experience of strategic leadership • Experience of charity governance and/or as part of a Board of Trustees, including familiarity with chairingmeetings • Broad knowledge of the mental health sector Edinburgh. Mainly office based with some travel across the city (On site) Closing6th May 2024 About the Role Are you an experienced mental health worker interested in working for an award-winning Scottish charity? Change Mental Health have a vacancy in the Thrive Welcome Team in the Southeast locality of Edinburgh. This is a varied and rewarding role in a multi-disciplinary team which offers short-term person-centred support topeople in the locality. The Senior Support Workers help people to identify what is important to them and thesteps they can take to manage their mental health and wellbeing. The workers also connect people into communityservices, treatment options and self-management resources as appropriate. We are seeking someone who is passionate about making a real difference to the lives of people in the city and whocan work in close partnership with statutory and voluntary partners, using an asset-based approach. Thesuccessful candidate will be adept at helping people to identify their personal outcomes, and they will be ableto quickly build collaborative working relationships with individuals from varied backgrounds. Who are we looking for? We are seeking someone who has direct experience of supporting people with their mental health, including peopleliving with complex issues. Candidates should be able to demonstrate an ability to assist people to developtheir own recovery plans, whilst assessing and managing risk appropriately. You should be able to evidence partnership working and bring a sound knowledge of the Edinburgh health and socialcare landscape. You should also be willing to embrace a culture of shared learning and reflection to bringcreative solutions to the team. As this is a senior post with a great deal of responsibility, you should have a SVQ 3 or equivalent and a trackrecord of managing a caseload and meeting administrative deadlines with minimal supervision. This post issubject to membership of the PVG Scheme and appropriate checks. We are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities, which benefit the individual and the charity, and weare a "Happy to Talk Flexible" employer. If you are passionate about assisting Change Mental Health to deliver a valuable service to the people of Edinburghand feel your profile matches the criteria, then we want to hear from you! • Professional development including funded opportunities. • A 35-hour working week, enhanced sick pay & season ticket loan. • A great work life balance with flexible and blended working environment. • 24/7 access to an award-winning Employee Assistance Programme providing free legal, financial and medical advice aswell as support with life's challenges. • Enhanced sick pay and leave entitlements Change Mental Health is looking for someone who can lead and develop our trust, foundations and tender work acrossScotland. We will provide you with a great organisation, a vitally important cause, connections andopportunities for development across the UK and a committed and passionate group of colleagues. We are looking for someone who is a great bid writer, who has the skills and knowledge to develop a pipeline ofopportunities and who can work excellently with colleagues across the organisation to collaborate on bids andtenders. You will be organised, diligent and, of course, passionate about the cause! You should also be open to personal andprofessional growth and development. We want someone who is hungry to learn and grow with our quickly growingorganisation. You will also be comfortable meeting with a range of funders and representing the organisation andthe work we do and building meaningful relationships. We are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities which benefit the individual and the charity and are a"Happy to Talk Flexible" employer. If you are passionate about enabling Change Mental Health to deliver a valuable service to the Scottish community andfeel your profile matches this role's criteria, then we want to hear from you! Professional development including funded opportunities. A 35-hour working week, enhanced sick pay & season ticket loan. A great work life balance with flexible and blended working environment. 24/7 access to an award-winning Employee Assistance Programme providing free legal, financial and medical advice as well as support with life's challenges. Enhanced sick pay and leave entitlements Pitlochry Community Hospital, Ferry Road, Pitlochry (On site) Closing5th May 2024 Are you a creative and motivated individual with the passion and drive to support people with a recent diagnosis ofdementia to live well in their community? If so, you can be part of a National Team of Post Diagnostic Support Link Workers (PDS Link Workers) providinghigh-quality, person-centred support to people living with dementia and their families for a minimum of a yearfollowing diagnosis in line the Scottish Government's minimum guarantee. The aim of the PDS National Service is to enable people to live well with dementia and is centred around AlzheimerScotland's 5 pillar model so that people move on to a period of supported self- management. The model includes understanding the illness and coming to terms with the diagnosis, peer support, connecting andmaintaining links with their community along with planning for future care and decision making to develop anoutcome focused plan to support their future hopes, desires and aspirations. Supporting our Perth locality, the post will be based within the North Perthshire Community Mental Health Team.Alzheimer Scotland's PDS Link Workers are required to be effective team workers and have the skills to build andmaintain relationships with colleagues both within Alzheimer Scotland, the NHS and other stakeholders. . click apply for full job details
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
Working from home/remotely with occasional meetings in Edinburgh (Remote) Closing1st May 2024 Advertised from 17th April 2024 25 hours per week. Role Would you like to lead an organisation providing vital mental health support to some of the most vulnerable? North East Edinburgh Counselling Services (NEECS) have been delivering counselling services to communities in NorthEast Edinburgh for almost 30 years. We are seeking a new CEO who can further develop the success of our outgoing CEO in securing substantial funding. Weare planning for the future and are looking for a candidate who can achieve our ambition to expand our serviceand provide more people with the help they need. Leading a small staff team and a team of sessional self-employed counsellors, this role offers an excitingopportunity to build a sustainable future for the organisation and those most in need of its services. NEECS iscommitted to supporting staff in their professional development and this role offers the the chance to grow anddevelop your skills along with the organisation and its impact. What you will bring A passion for improving mental health in the local community. A proven track record of securing externalfunding from a range of sources, including statutory, trusts and grants and donations. An inclusiveleadership approach and experience of managing, growing and developing thriving staff teams. A highlevel of business acumen, including managing and overseeing all aspects of operation of a smallorganisation. A sound understanding of finance. A self-starter with a 'Can Do' attitude, who iscomfortable working for a small organisation. The ambition to increase our impact, so we can do more formore people. What we offer Flexibility in location and when your hours are worked 27 days annual leave plus 8 days public holidays (pro rata) Auto-enrolment workplace pension scheme with 5% employer contribution if staff make the minimum statutory contributions. External supervision from a supervisor/professional consultant (as agreed with board of trustees). Once you have sent this, please also complete our Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form online. We value diversity and encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you have anyspecific access requirements, please let us know and we will do our best to meet your needs. The Chair will hold the Board and Executive Team to account for the Charity's mission and vision, providing strongleadership to the Board of Trustees to ensure that the Board functions as a unit, and that each trustee fulfilstheir duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the charity. The Chair will develop and maintain a supportive and constructive relationship with the Chief Executive, workingtogether to provide a clear strategic direction for the Charity, regularly reviewing and mitigating risk andensuring financial accountability. The Chair will act as an ambassador for and representative of the charity when required. Personal Qualities • Strong leadership and relationship building skills • Demonstrate tact and diplomacy, with the ability to listen and engage effectively • Strong networking capabilities that can be utilised for the benefit of the Charity Experience/Skills • Experience of strategic leadership • Experience of charity governance and/or as part of a Board of Trustees, including familiarity with chairingmeetings • Broad knowledge of the mental health sector Edinburgh. Mainly office based with some travel across the city (On site) Closing6th May 2024 About the Role Are you an experienced mental health worker interested in working for an award-winning Scottish charity? Change Mental Health have a vacancy in the Thrive Welcome Team in the Southeast locality of Edinburgh. This is a varied and rewarding role in a multi-disciplinary team which offers short-term person-centred support topeople in the locality. The Senior Support Workers help people to identify what is important to them and thesteps they can take to manage their mental health and wellbeing. The workers also connect people into communityservices, treatment options and self-management resources as appropriate. We are seeking someone who is passionate about making a real difference to the lives of people in the city and whocan work in close partnership with statutory and voluntary partners, using an asset-based approach. Thesuccessful candidate will be adept at helping people to identify their personal outcomes, and they will be ableto quickly build collaborative working relationships with individuals from varied backgrounds. Who are we looking for? We are seeking someone who has direct experience of supporting people with their mental health, including peopleliving with complex issues. Candidates should be able to demonstrate an ability to assist people to developtheir own recovery plans, whilst assessing and managing risk appropriately. You should be able to evidence partnership working and bring a sound knowledge of the Edinburgh health and socialcare landscape. You should also be willing to embrace a culture of shared learning and reflection to bringcreative solutions to the team. As this is a senior post with a great deal of responsibility, you should have a SVQ 3 or equivalent and a trackrecord of managing a caseload and meeting administrative deadlines with minimal supervision. This post issubject to membership of the PVG Scheme and appropriate checks. We are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities, which benefit the individual and the charity, and weare a "Happy to Talk Flexible" employer. If you are passionate about assisting Change Mental Health to deliver a valuable service to the people of Edinburghand feel your profile matches the criteria, then we want to hear from you! • Professional development including funded opportunities. • A 35-hour working week, enhanced sick pay & season ticket loan. • A great work life balance with flexible and blended working environment. • 24/7 access to an award-winning Employee Assistance Programme providing free legal, financial and medical advice aswell as support with life's challenges. • Enhanced sick pay and leave entitlements Change Mental Health is looking for someone who can lead and develop our trust, foundations and tender work acrossScotland. We will provide you with a great organisation, a vitally important cause, connections andopportunities for development across the UK and a committed and passionate group of colleagues. We are looking for someone who is a great bid writer, who has the skills and knowledge to develop a pipeline ofopportunities and who can work excellently with colleagues across the organisation to collaborate on bids andtenders. You will be organised, diligent and, of course, passionate about the cause! You should also be open to personal andprofessional growth and development. We want someone who is hungry to learn and grow with our quickly growingorganisation. You will also be comfortable meeting with a range of funders and representing the organisation andthe work we do and building meaningful relationships. We are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities which benefit the individual and the charity and are a"Happy to Talk Flexible" employer. If you are passionate about enabling Change Mental Health to deliver a valuable service to the Scottish community andfeel your profile matches this role's criteria, then we want to hear from you! Professional development including funded opportunities. A 35-hour working week, enhanced sick pay & season ticket loan. A great work life balance with flexible and blended working environment. 24/7 access to an award-winning Employee Assistance Programme providing free legal, financial and medical advice as well as support with life's challenges. Enhanced sick pay and leave entitlements Pitlochry Community Hospital, Ferry Road, Pitlochry (On site) Closing5th May 2024 Are you a creative and motivated individual with the passion and drive to support people with a recent diagnosis ofdementia to live well in their community? If so, you can be part of a National Team of Post Diagnostic Support Link Workers (PDS Link Workers) providinghigh-quality, person-centred support to people living with dementia and their families for a minimum of a yearfollowing diagnosis in line the Scottish Government's minimum guarantee. The aim of the PDS National Service is to enable people to live well with dementia and is centred around AlzheimerScotland's 5 pillar model so that people move on to a period of supported self- management. The model includes understanding the illness and coming to terms with the diagnosis, peer support, connecting andmaintaining links with their community along with planning for future care and decision making to develop anoutcome focused plan to support their future hopes, desires and aspirations. Supporting our Perth locality, the post will be based within the North Perthshire Community Mental Health Team.Alzheimer Scotland's PDS Link Workers are required to be effective team workers and have the skills to build andmaintain relationships with colleagues both within Alzheimer Scotland, the NHS and other stakeholders. . click apply for full job details
TIC+ is a mental health charity offering free mental health support to around 4,000 children and young people each year aged 9-25 across Gloucestershire. We have aspirations to have an even greater reach and realise our vision of giving 'every young person someone to talk to' and to that end, have embarked on an ambitious five-year plan. To help us achieve our goals, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our Senior Executive Team at TIC+. The COO will play a pivotal role in overseeing the organisation's day-to-day operations which includes the leadership of several corporate services, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and alignment with the charity's mission and strategic goals The COO has wide-ranging responsibilities for the performance and development of all operational projects and programmes of work, internal services and operations. They are responsible for all aspects of operational management, ensuring high quality delivery of programmes in line with contract and funder requirements. This is primarily an internally-focused role - with core competencies including: Promoting and exemplifying the TIC+ values at all times, most especially in your role as a leader Ensuring the charity values are upheld across the organisation Ensuring the organisation is delivering against its mission, vision, aims, objectives and strategic priorities. Delivering existing work to agreed quality standards (regulatory, best practice, internal) targets, and timescale Excellent programme management skills and experience Contract management skills. Excellent understanding of monitoring, evaluation, and reporting Skilled at line management of senior staff to promote collaboration and high performance. Oversight of the operationalising of new work/contracts Oversight of relevant policy, policy delivery and operational procedure management Place of work: Head office (Mitcheldean GL17 0DD) and Eastgate House (GL1 1PX ) with one day week home based Hours: Full time (37.5 hrs per week) Hours to include occasional evenings and weekend work to accommodate the needs of the charity. 0.8 FTE (4 day week) pro rata would be considered depending on experience. Salary: Grade G, £52,923-£57,798 DOE (FTE) Closing date for applications: 5 pm Thursday 23 rd May 2024 Interview: Week commencing 3rd June To apply: Download forms and job pack from or contact TIC+ by email for a full job description and application form:
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
TIC+ is a mental health charity offering free mental health support to around 4,000 children and young people each year aged 9-25 across Gloucestershire. We have aspirations to have an even greater reach and realise our vision of giving 'every young person someone to talk to' and to that end, have embarked on an ambitious five-year plan. To help us achieve our goals, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our Senior Executive Team at TIC+. The COO will play a pivotal role in overseeing the organisation's day-to-day operations which includes the leadership of several corporate services, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and alignment with the charity's mission and strategic goals The COO has wide-ranging responsibilities for the performance and development of all operational projects and programmes of work, internal services and operations. They are responsible for all aspects of operational management, ensuring high quality delivery of programmes in line with contract and funder requirements. This is primarily an internally-focused role - with core competencies including: Promoting and exemplifying the TIC+ values at all times, most especially in your role as a leader Ensuring the charity values are upheld across the organisation Ensuring the organisation is delivering against its mission, vision, aims, objectives and strategic priorities. Delivering existing work to agreed quality standards (regulatory, best practice, internal) targets, and timescale Excellent programme management skills and experience Contract management skills. Excellent understanding of monitoring, evaluation, and reporting Skilled at line management of senior staff to promote collaboration and high performance. Oversight of the operationalising of new work/contracts Oversight of relevant policy, policy delivery and operational procedure management Place of work: Head office (Mitcheldean GL17 0DD) and Eastgate House (GL1 1PX ) with one day week home based Hours: Full time (37.5 hrs per week) Hours to include occasional evenings and weekend work to accommodate the needs of the charity. 0.8 FTE (4 day week) pro rata would be considered depending on experience. Salary: Grade G, £52,923-£57,798 DOE (FTE) Closing date for applications: 5 pm Thursday 23 rd May 2024 Interview: Week commencing 3rd June To apply: Download forms and job pack from or contact TIC+ by email for a full job description and application form:
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
Prescot, Merseyside
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust Chief Executive Officer Attractive salary The role Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust is looking for the next Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation at an exciting but challenging time. The person You will be a visionary, passionate, open and inclusive Chief Executive Officer who is committed to tackling inequalities in healthcare outcomes, improving experience and access for our patients, service users, staff and partners. An experienced leader operating at or close to Chief Executive level in a complex health or care environment, you will be robust and innovative in the use of data and technology and compassionate in your leadership of people and services. An inspiring communicator, your consistent focus on service users and patients and improvement will be evident and allow you to quickly gain credibility with our Board, our staff, Governors, partners and the people who we serve. Most importantly you will role-model our values of Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Respect, Enthusiasm and Support. This is a rare and exceptional opportunity to define your career and lead Mersey Care as we strive to provide 'perfect care.' If you share our vision and values and want to know more, then we would love to hear from you. The organisation Mersey Care is one of the country's largest Trusts providing physical and mental health services, serving more than 1.4 million people across the North West. The Trust provides specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. In the region of 11,000 dedicated staff provide services from more than 230 sites as well as in patients' homes. With an annual budget of more than £700 million, our remit includes the provision of a range of specialist services across wider regions, and we are one of only three Trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities. Our vision is 'to lead the way in perfect, whole person care that helps people of all ages live healthier lives.' Please visit our recruitment website by clicking Apply and for an informal discussion contact our recruitment advisors Helen Barkham, Emily Smith or Emma Pickup from GatenbySanderson on or . Closing date: 9am Thursday 9 May Preliminary interviews: Wednesday 15th May Stakeholder engagement: Wednesday 22 May Final interviews: Thursday 23 May
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust Chief Executive Officer Attractive salary The role Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust is looking for the next Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation at an exciting but challenging time. The person You will be a visionary, passionate, open and inclusive Chief Executive Officer who is committed to tackling inequalities in healthcare outcomes, improving experience and access for our patients, service users, staff and partners. An experienced leader operating at or close to Chief Executive level in a complex health or care environment, you will be robust and innovative in the use of data and technology and compassionate in your leadership of people and services. An inspiring communicator, your consistent focus on service users and patients and improvement will be evident and allow you to quickly gain credibility with our Board, our staff, Governors, partners and the people who we serve. Most importantly you will role-model our values of Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Respect, Enthusiasm and Support. This is a rare and exceptional opportunity to define your career and lead Mersey Care as we strive to provide 'perfect care.' If you share our vision and values and want to know more, then we would love to hear from you. The organisation Mersey Care is one of the country's largest Trusts providing physical and mental health services, serving more than 1.4 million people across the North West. The Trust provides specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. In the region of 11,000 dedicated staff provide services from more than 230 sites as well as in patients' homes. With an annual budget of more than £700 million, our remit includes the provision of a range of specialist services across wider regions, and we are one of only three Trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities. Our vision is 'to lead the way in perfect, whole person care that helps people of all ages live healthier lives.' Please visit our recruitment website by clicking Apply and for an informal discussion contact our recruitment advisors Helen Barkham, Emily Smith or Emma Pickup from GatenbySanderson on or . Closing date: 9am Thursday 9 May Preliminary interviews: Wednesday 15th May Stakeholder engagement: Wednesday 22 May Final interviews: Thursday 23 May
We are looking for a Chief Executive to lead St Nicks through the next phase of its strategy. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who has the desire, vision and ambition to transform our current charity HQ into a building suitable for the charity we are now and the charity St Nicks can become under your leadership in the future. You'll have the benefit of a skilled and experienced team, a good deal of secure revenue funding and a Board of Trustees who offer constructive challenge with the freedom to grow and explore opportunities. For further details on the role and how to apply, please see the application pack. Key responsibilities may be summarised as follows: Provide leadership, motivation and inspiration for staff and volunteers of St. Nicks', maximising performance and developing an effective and reliable workforce who can deliver the charity's strategic objectives. Champion the vision, mission, values and strategy of St Nicks with the Board, funders, staff and within the community. Act as a lead ambassador for St Nicks, building relationships with key partners and stakeholders, and representing the Charity at external events. Ensure the financial sustainability of St Nicks by overseeing and supporting the development of grants as part of the charity's funding strategies, as well as financial planning, control, compliance and budget management. Develop St Nicks' strategic and operational objectives, monitoring the impact and effectiveness of the organisation to ensure it delivers to agreed Key Performance Indicators and specific contractual requirements. Work with the Chair of the Board to support and enable effective governance, leading on risk identification, assessment and management, as well as employment issues and performance management. Deadline for applications: midnight Sunday 12th May.
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
We are looking for a Chief Executive to lead St Nicks through the next phase of its strategy. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who has the desire, vision and ambition to transform our current charity HQ into a building suitable for the charity we are now and the charity St Nicks can become under your leadership in the future. You'll have the benefit of a skilled and experienced team, a good deal of secure revenue funding and a Board of Trustees who offer constructive challenge with the freedom to grow and explore opportunities. For further details on the role and how to apply, please see the application pack. Key responsibilities may be summarised as follows: Provide leadership, motivation and inspiration for staff and volunteers of St. Nicks', maximising performance and developing an effective and reliable workforce who can deliver the charity's strategic objectives. Champion the vision, mission, values and strategy of St Nicks with the Board, funders, staff and within the community. Act as a lead ambassador for St Nicks, building relationships with key partners and stakeholders, and representing the Charity at external events. Ensure the financial sustainability of St Nicks by overseeing and supporting the development of grants as part of the charity's funding strategies, as well as financial planning, control, compliance and budget management. Develop St Nicks' strategic and operational objectives, monitoring the impact and effectiveness of the organisation to ensure it delivers to agreed Key Performance Indicators and specific contractual requirements. Work with the Chair of the Board to support and enable effective governance, leading on risk identification, assessment and management, as well as employment issues and performance management. Deadline for applications: midnight Sunday 12th May.
The Landscape Research Group (LRG) is seeking to appoint a part-time (2 days per week) Director of Operations for our small team of staff to oversee the charity's operations. The Director of Operations will collaborate with the Board in developing our charitable activities and achieving greater impact from them. The LRG celebrated its 50 th anniversary in 2017 and moved into a new phase of development which at first included appointing directly employed core staff. Ongoing work includes strategy development and expanding and diversifying LRG operations. A new Director of Operations - an ambitious and capable individual - will actively build upon a new vision and strategy for the charity, to place LRG on a transformed operational footing, to ensure continued financial stability, and to deliver an enhanced programme of activities. About the Landscape Research Group The LRG is a UK charity, originally founded in 1967, and converted to a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) in 2020. We aim to stimulate and promote landscape research, including through the dissemination of research results. We also seek to develop and serve a community of interest committed to the promotion of landscape research, its communication, and its use. We work for the public benefit and our distinctive priority is to promote research that contributes towards more equitable and sustainable relationships between people and landscape.Our Research Strategy calls for creative and proactive responses to some of the major challenges facing modern society. We see the relationship between people and landscape as a fundamental aspect of life for everyone, everywhere. Through our trustees, members, and partnerships, we represent a broad range of disciplines and interests. We connect people, knowledge, and learning in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and sciences. We forge links between the world of research and other areas of society and life. Our membership is open to anyone who has an interest in landscape and in the ways we shape, and are shaped by, the places in which we live. Fostering this diverse community is fundamental to achieving a full and varied understanding of landscape and to realising the public benefits that can flow from landscape research. With our publishing partner Taylor & Francis, LRG publishes the highly-respected international and inter-disciplinary journal, Landscape Research ( ). We grant-fund research projects. We organise a regular programme of research showcases, lectures, panels, and other events in the UK and also support and collaborate with others in organising events in the UK, across Europe, and the world. Our development of hybrid events has allowed us to grow our international presence significantly. We communicate widely through our website ( ) and its associated platform The Landscape Exchange ( ), e-bulletins and social media. The LRG has a small but engaged international membership, with members in over thirty countries and territories worldwide. Historically, the LRG's activities have been delivered through the voluntary effort of its trustees and members, together with a number of part-time contract staff. The charity is in a relatively strong financial position with a stable income of over £100,000 per annum (largely from journal publishing royalties) and a substantial reserve. We have expanded our activities and are ambitious to achieve more in relation to our charitable aims. Strategic priorities include sustaining and enhancing our activities that promote and disseminate landscape research; developing our membership, and partnerships; increasing and diversifying income; and enhancing LRG's profile and influence. The new Director of Operations will step into a stable organisation with a small staff including a part-time Director of Communications. The charity also continues to benefit from the services of a number of contractors supplying website, journal editing, and administrative support services, as well as a firm relationship with the editorial team of our academic journal, Landscape Research . About the Role The Director of Operations will be responsible for contributing to shared leadership, developing and implementing Landscape Research Group strategic and operational plans, leading on partnership and business development, and overseeing day-to-day policy and procedures. The post-holder will also coordinate the delivery of major aspects of the charity's activity and oversee work to develop the charity's membership, profile, partnerships, and income. They will contribute to a senior management team (the Director of Operations, the Director of Communications, and an Administrator), and will share in ensuring financial control and good governance across all aspects of the charity. This post is a first-tier post directly responsible and reporting to the LRG Board of Trustees. In the immediate term, the new Director of Operations will work in close collaboration with the Board, Executive Committee, Officers and Coordinators, the Editor-in-Chief of the journal, and with other staff and consultants, successfully to complete implementation of the organisational ambitions outlined above. This position is a part-time appointment (0.4 FTE; 15 hours per week) at a salary of £36,000-£45,000 per annum, pro rata, depending on experience. The post-holder can be located anywhere in the UK and will be home-based. There is a requirement for some travel within the UK and internationally, for which expenses will be paid. The successful candidate must have the operational and leadership capabilities needed to take the charity forward, working effectively with the Board. The post-holder will have excellent management skills and a capacity for strategic analysis, vision, and planning. Landscape Research Group is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, registered in England & Wales (No. 287160). We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from any suitably qualified applicant. The data we gather during your application will be retained and processed in accordance with Data Protection law. Duties and responsibilities Leadership Lead and model an organisational culture built on foundational principles of empathy, diversity, inclusivity, and sustainability in line with LRG's Ethos of Care . Seek out, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with all relevant organisations and individuals to promote the work of the charity and facilitate the implementation of its strategic objectives. Partnership and Business Development Assist with the promotion and development of LRG's work, raising the charity's profile, and maximising its reach. Work towards the achievement of long-term sustainability, developing the charity's business model and maximising income, for example from fundraising, service contracts, and earned income. Operations Be responsible for the implementation of all the charity's operational plans. Take executive responsibility for administration, finance, fundraising, and IT. Ensure that LRG objectives, services, contracts, events, and projects are delivered to the highest standard with due regard for timescales, targets, and budgets. Participate in shared management and governance, and co-ordinate with the journal staff and publisher. Be responsible for the maintenance and efficient use of the charity's assets. Build and maintain good working relationships with suppliers and contractors, in particular the journal's publisher. Financial Control Lead and direct the financial planning, forecasting, control, reporting and management of the organisation's finances and resources, to include support for, and engagement of, Trustees and Board sub-groups to ensure regulatory compliance and sustainable organisational growth. Contribute to the financial leadership of the charity, including forecasting and strategic budget leadership. Ensure that the charity's financial resources are managed effectively, and that LRG remains in good financial health, identifying risks and taking appropriate action. Liaise with the Board to develop and lead on the implementation of the charity's financial plans, including setting budgets, formulating income generation strategies and overseeing all fundraising activities. Maintain effective financial management and control systems; ensure delivery within budgets and to performance targets and oversee production of management accounts, statutory accounts, and annual reports. Strategy Liaise with the Board in relation to the development of the charity's strategic vision and be responsible for leading the implementation of it. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the charity's agreed business plans. Identify and assess strategic risks, issues and opportunities and take responsibility for initiating and leading associated changes. Seek out and implement opportunities for innovation and diversification to ensure that the Landscape Research Group remains at the forefront of landscape studies. Governance and Compliance Liaise with the Board to ensure that the charity's overall governance structure, policies and procedures are appropriate and effective, taking remedial measures and implementing changes as necessary. . click apply for full job details
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
The Landscape Research Group (LRG) is seeking to appoint a part-time (2 days per week) Director of Operations for our small team of staff to oversee the charity's operations. The Director of Operations will collaborate with the Board in developing our charitable activities and achieving greater impact from them. The LRG celebrated its 50 th anniversary in 2017 and moved into a new phase of development which at first included appointing directly employed core staff. Ongoing work includes strategy development and expanding and diversifying LRG operations. A new Director of Operations - an ambitious and capable individual - will actively build upon a new vision and strategy for the charity, to place LRG on a transformed operational footing, to ensure continued financial stability, and to deliver an enhanced programme of activities. About the Landscape Research Group The LRG is a UK charity, originally founded in 1967, and converted to a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) in 2020. We aim to stimulate and promote landscape research, including through the dissemination of research results. We also seek to develop and serve a community of interest committed to the promotion of landscape research, its communication, and its use. We work for the public benefit and our distinctive priority is to promote research that contributes towards more equitable and sustainable relationships between people and landscape.Our Research Strategy calls for creative and proactive responses to some of the major challenges facing modern society. We see the relationship between people and landscape as a fundamental aspect of life for everyone, everywhere. Through our trustees, members, and partnerships, we represent a broad range of disciplines and interests. We connect people, knowledge, and learning in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and sciences. We forge links between the world of research and other areas of society and life. Our membership is open to anyone who has an interest in landscape and in the ways we shape, and are shaped by, the places in which we live. Fostering this diverse community is fundamental to achieving a full and varied understanding of landscape and to realising the public benefits that can flow from landscape research. With our publishing partner Taylor & Francis, LRG publishes the highly-respected international and inter-disciplinary journal, Landscape Research ( ). We grant-fund research projects. We organise a regular programme of research showcases, lectures, panels, and other events in the UK and also support and collaborate with others in organising events in the UK, across Europe, and the world. Our development of hybrid events has allowed us to grow our international presence significantly. We communicate widely through our website ( ) and its associated platform The Landscape Exchange ( ), e-bulletins and social media. The LRG has a small but engaged international membership, with members in over thirty countries and territories worldwide. Historically, the LRG's activities have been delivered through the voluntary effort of its trustees and members, together with a number of part-time contract staff. The charity is in a relatively strong financial position with a stable income of over £100,000 per annum (largely from journal publishing royalties) and a substantial reserve. We have expanded our activities and are ambitious to achieve more in relation to our charitable aims. Strategic priorities include sustaining and enhancing our activities that promote and disseminate landscape research; developing our membership, and partnerships; increasing and diversifying income; and enhancing LRG's profile and influence. The new Director of Operations will step into a stable organisation with a small staff including a part-time Director of Communications. The charity also continues to benefit from the services of a number of contractors supplying website, journal editing, and administrative support services, as well as a firm relationship with the editorial team of our academic journal, Landscape Research . About the Role The Director of Operations will be responsible for contributing to shared leadership, developing and implementing Landscape Research Group strategic and operational plans, leading on partnership and business development, and overseeing day-to-day policy and procedures. The post-holder will also coordinate the delivery of major aspects of the charity's activity and oversee work to develop the charity's membership, profile, partnerships, and income. They will contribute to a senior management team (the Director of Operations, the Director of Communications, and an Administrator), and will share in ensuring financial control and good governance across all aspects of the charity. This post is a first-tier post directly responsible and reporting to the LRG Board of Trustees. In the immediate term, the new Director of Operations will work in close collaboration with the Board, Executive Committee, Officers and Coordinators, the Editor-in-Chief of the journal, and with other staff and consultants, successfully to complete implementation of the organisational ambitions outlined above. This position is a part-time appointment (0.4 FTE; 15 hours per week) at a salary of £36,000-£45,000 per annum, pro rata, depending on experience. The post-holder can be located anywhere in the UK and will be home-based. There is a requirement for some travel within the UK and internationally, for which expenses will be paid. The successful candidate must have the operational and leadership capabilities needed to take the charity forward, working effectively with the Board. The post-holder will have excellent management skills and a capacity for strategic analysis, vision, and planning. Landscape Research Group is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, registered in England & Wales (No. 287160). We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from any suitably qualified applicant. The data we gather during your application will be retained and processed in accordance with Data Protection law. Duties and responsibilities Leadership Lead and model an organisational culture built on foundational principles of empathy, diversity, inclusivity, and sustainability in line with LRG's Ethos of Care . Seek out, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with all relevant organisations and individuals to promote the work of the charity and facilitate the implementation of its strategic objectives. Partnership and Business Development Assist with the promotion and development of LRG's work, raising the charity's profile, and maximising its reach. Work towards the achievement of long-term sustainability, developing the charity's business model and maximising income, for example from fundraising, service contracts, and earned income. Operations Be responsible for the implementation of all the charity's operational plans. Take executive responsibility for administration, finance, fundraising, and IT. Ensure that LRG objectives, services, contracts, events, and projects are delivered to the highest standard with due regard for timescales, targets, and budgets. Participate in shared management and governance, and co-ordinate with the journal staff and publisher. Be responsible for the maintenance and efficient use of the charity's assets. Build and maintain good working relationships with suppliers and contractors, in particular the journal's publisher. Financial Control Lead and direct the financial planning, forecasting, control, reporting and management of the organisation's finances and resources, to include support for, and engagement of, Trustees and Board sub-groups to ensure regulatory compliance and sustainable organisational growth. Contribute to the financial leadership of the charity, including forecasting and strategic budget leadership. Ensure that the charity's financial resources are managed effectively, and that LRG remains in good financial health, identifying risks and taking appropriate action. Liaise with the Board to develop and lead on the implementation of the charity's financial plans, including setting budgets, formulating income generation strategies and overseeing all fundraising activities. Maintain effective financial management and control systems; ensure delivery within budgets and to performance targets and oversee production of management accounts, statutory accounts, and annual reports. Strategy Liaise with the Board in relation to the development of the charity's strategic vision and be responsible for leading the implementation of it. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the charity's agreed business plans. Identify and assess strategic risks, issues and opportunities and take responsibility for initiating and leading associated changes. Seek out and implement opportunities for innovation and diversification to ensure that the Landscape Research Group remains at the forefront of landscape studies. Governance and Compliance Liaise with the Board to ensure that the charity's overall governance structure, policies and procedures are appropriate and effective, taking remedial measures and implementing changes as necessary. . click apply for full job details
About the role An exciting role to build the test strategy and approach for delivering the GLA's digital products roadmap. Driving an automation-first approach to both functional and non-functional testing. You will proactively improve the test capability, create test governance, and develop full lifecycle testing for internally and partner developed solutions. Having strong knowledge of testing methodologies, you will be responsible for regression testing, feedback to the business, release notes and any performance, accessibility and security testing compliance. Working with the business you will generate test cases, defining test plans and outcomes. You will have a strong background in testing and leadership, driven to make positive change and have outstanding people skills. About the team The GLA's Digital Experience Unit is responsible for the delivery of all internal and external digital products and services at the GLA. The unit is responsible for the design, delivery and management of dozens digital, data and technology services that support the delivery of the functions of the Mayor and the Assembly; and, in doing so, directly serve Londoners. The GLA's largest and most visible digital products - London.gov.uk, the London Datastore and Talk London - are used by millions of Londoners every year and provide the GLA with platforms for communications, convening, public engagement, data and information-sharing, and transparency. These services support delivery, scrutiny and democratic engagement at scale and at a low cost per user compared to non-digital channels and services. This role will sit within the Delivery team, and report into Head of Delivery. The post will work very closely with inhouse and third-party development and testing suppliers. Resources The Resources Directorate provides corporate support to the Mayor and the Assembly and is responsible for the following functions: finance, legal, procurement, internal audit, technology group (TG) and facilities management (FM). The Directorate's Executive Director also acts as the Authority's chief finance officer and manages the Authority's shared services arrangement with TfL to provide legal and procurement advice. Principal accountabilities Lead the GLA's quality assurance and testing (QAT) strategy and work programme for all internal and external digital and data products, by delivering initial estimates of the testing efforts and forecasts needed for new development and functional enhancement on the digital roadmap. Reviewing test requirements for change requests, assessing the impact on test plans, resources and schedules, managing delivery through our testing team and external third-party suppliers and contractors. Lead testing strategy and implementation for our most complex and high-risk products. Ensure automated, device/compatibility, functional, negative, end to end, security, accessibility and performance testing is strategised across of all of GLA internal and external Scrum teams. Lead development of technical, performance and automation testing at all layers of the product development life cycle and activities across all of GLA's digital estate. Maintain and develop test automation tools and frameworks for the authority across its digital estate. Hold third party suppliers, internal and external development teams to account. Manage resources effectively to ensure utilisation of the resources is maximised, aligned to plan, budget and to timeframe. Manage the test team by assigning tasks, setting priorities, monitoring progress and signing off timesheets and invoices for external contractors in accordance with the Authority's policies and Code of Ethics and Standards Spearhead the continuous improvement of the GLA's testing function, ensuring the GLA has the right processes, policies, tooling and technical capabilities to deliver an effective QAT programme. Ensure processes and policies are implemented across all GLA products. Work with senior managers across GLA digital and data teams to develop in-house technical talent, supporting communities of practice and helping to develop the skills of junior officers in testing roles. Build collaborative relationships and work effectively within an agile environment with colleagues and suppliers. Quality assure the work of others (including third party suppliers) to ensure it meets our design standards and functional requirements in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications). Advise on the feasibility of designs produced by third party suppliers. Person specification Technical requirements/experience/qualifications Proven line management capabilities Can demonstrate deep experience of successfully implementing and improving test management processes within a large organization using Agile methodology. Can show evidence of designing coded tests for configured and integrated systems as well as for directly implemented code. Can demonstrate deep experience in functional, regression and automated testing (Selenium Webdriver, Python). Has deep experience in User Acceptance Test (UAT) management, script writing and defect management. Can demonstrate experience with a broad range of test automation tools and frameworks such as Junit, Selenium, Cucumber/Gherkin, TestNG, SOAPUI, Appium. Can demonstrate experience of mentoring and coaching testers to support the team's learning and capability development. Setting standards and ensuring targets are met. Experience in using Test management tools Jira, Testrail. Can demonstrate deep experience of managing a test team, or agile development team, and in prioritizing, planning, organizing and delegating work in a fast-paced environment. Behavioural competencies Strategic thinking is using an understanding of the bigger picture to uncover potential challenges and opportunities for the long term and turning these into a compelling vision for action. Level 3 indicators: Translates GLA vision and strategy into practical and tangible plans for own team or delivery partners Consistently takes account of the wider implications of team's actions for the GLA Encourages self and others to think about organisation's long term potential Informs strategy development by identifying gaps in current delivery or evidence Takes account of a wide range of public and partner needs to inform team's work Managing and Developing Performance is setting high standards for oneself and others, guiding, motivating and developing them, to achieve high performance and meet the GLA's objectives and statutory obligations. Level 3 indicators: Motivates and inspires others to perform to their best, recognising and valuing their work and encouraging them to learn and reflect Sets clear direction and expectations and enables others to interpret competing priorities Agrees and monitors challenging, achievable performance objectives in line with GLA priorities Manages performance issues effectively to avoid adverse impact on team morale and performance Promotes a positive team culture that respects diversity and deals with barriers to inclusion Stakeholder Focus is consulting with, listening to and understanding the needs of those our work impacts and using this knowledge to shape what we do and manage others' expectations. Level 3 indicators: Understands diverse stakeholder needs and tailors team deliverables accordingly Is a role model to others, encouraging them to think of Londoners first Manages stakeholder expectations, so they are high but realistic Removes barriers to understanding the needs of diverse stakeholders, including hard to reach groups Focuses own and team's efforts on delivering a quality and committed service Planning and Organising is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard. Level 2 indicators: Prioritises work in line with key team or project deliverables Makes contingency plans to account for changing work priorities, deadlines and milestones Identifies and consults with sponsors or stakeholders in planning work Pays close attention to detail, ensuring team's work is delivered to a high standard Negotiates realistic timescales for work delivery, ensuring team deliverables can be met Problem Solving is analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable and timely solutions. Level 3 indicators: Clarifies ambiguous problems, questioning assumptions to reach a fuller understanding Actively challenges the status quo to find new ways of doing things, looking for good practice Seeks and incorporates diverse perspectives to help produce workable strategies to address complex issues Initiates consultation on opportunities to improve work processes Supports the organisation to implement innovative suggestions This role is based at London Fire Brigade's Head Office (Union Street SE1 0LL) GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office. Application Process & Additional Information . click apply for full job details
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
About the role An exciting role to build the test strategy and approach for delivering the GLA's digital products roadmap. Driving an automation-first approach to both functional and non-functional testing. You will proactively improve the test capability, create test governance, and develop full lifecycle testing for internally and partner developed solutions. Having strong knowledge of testing methodologies, you will be responsible for regression testing, feedback to the business, release notes and any performance, accessibility and security testing compliance. Working with the business you will generate test cases, defining test plans and outcomes. You will have a strong background in testing and leadership, driven to make positive change and have outstanding people skills. About the team The GLA's Digital Experience Unit is responsible for the delivery of all internal and external digital products and services at the GLA. The unit is responsible for the design, delivery and management of dozens digital, data and technology services that support the delivery of the functions of the Mayor and the Assembly; and, in doing so, directly serve Londoners. The GLA's largest and most visible digital products - London.gov.uk, the London Datastore and Talk London - are used by millions of Londoners every year and provide the GLA with platforms for communications, convening, public engagement, data and information-sharing, and transparency. These services support delivery, scrutiny and democratic engagement at scale and at a low cost per user compared to non-digital channels and services. This role will sit within the Delivery team, and report into Head of Delivery. The post will work very closely with inhouse and third-party development and testing suppliers. Resources The Resources Directorate provides corporate support to the Mayor and the Assembly and is responsible for the following functions: finance, legal, procurement, internal audit, technology group (TG) and facilities management (FM). The Directorate's Executive Director also acts as the Authority's chief finance officer and manages the Authority's shared services arrangement with TfL to provide legal and procurement advice. Principal accountabilities Lead the GLA's quality assurance and testing (QAT) strategy and work programme for all internal and external digital and data products, by delivering initial estimates of the testing efforts and forecasts needed for new development and functional enhancement on the digital roadmap. Reviewing test requirements for change requests, assessing the impact on test plans, resources and schedules, managing delivery through our testing team and external third-party suppliers and contractors. Lead testing strategy and implementation for our most complex and high-risk products. Ensure automated, device/compatibility, functional, negative, end to end, security, accessibility and performance testing is strategised across of all of GLA internal and external Scrum teams. Lead development of technical, performance and automation testing at all layers of the product development life cycle and activities across all of GLA's digital estate. Maintain and develop test automation tools and frameworks for the authority across its digital estate. Hold third party suppliers, internal and external development teams to account. Manage resources effectively to ensure utilisation of the resources is maximised, aligned to plan, budget and to timeframe. Manage the test team by assigning tasks, setting priorities, monitoring progress and signing off timesheets and invoices for external contractors in accordance with the Authority's policies and Code of Ethics and Standards Spearhead the continuous improvement of the GLA's testing function, ensuring the GLA has the right processes, policies, tooling and technical capabilities to deliver an effective QAT programme. Ensure processes and policies are implemented across all GLA products. Work with senior managers across GLA digital and data teams to develop in-house technical talent, supporting communities of practice and helping to develop the skills of junior officers in testing roles. Build collaborative relationships and work effectively within an agile environment with colleagues and suppliers. Quality assure the work of others (including third party suppliers) to ensure it meets our design standards and functional requirements in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications). Advise on the feasibility of designs produced by third party suppliers. Person specification Technical requirements/experience/qualifications Proven line management capabilities Can demonstrate deep experience of successfully implementing and improving test management processes within a large organization using Agile methodology. Can show evidence of designing coded tests for configured and integrated systems as well as for directly implemented code. Can demonstrate deep experience in functional, regression and automated testing (Selenium Webdriver, Python). Has deep experience in User Acceptance Test (UAT) management, script writing and defect management. Can demonstrate experience with a broad range of test automation tools and frameworks such as Junit, Selenium, Cucumber/Gherkin, TestNG, SOAPUI, Appium. Can demonstrate experience of mentoring and coaching testers to support the team's learning and capability development. Setting standards and ensuring targets are met. Experience in using Test management tools Jira, Testrail. Can demonstrate deep experience of managing a test team, or agile development team, and in prioritizing, planning, organizing and delegating work in a fast-paced environment. Behavioural competencies Strategic thinking is using an understanding of the bigger picture to uncover potential challenges and opportunities for the long term and turning these into a compelling vision for action. Level 3 indicators: Translates GLA vision and strategy into practical and tangible plans for own team or delivery partners Consistently takes account of the wider implications of team's actions for the GLA Encourages self and others to think about organisation's long term potential Informs strategy development by identifying gaps in current delivery or evidence Takes account of a wide range of public and partner needs to inform team's work Managing and Developing Performance is setting high standards for oneself and others, guiding, motivating and developing them, to achieve high performance and meet the GLA's objectives and statutory obligations. Level 3 indicators: Motivates and inspires others to perform to their best, recognising and valuing their work and encouraging them to learn and reflect Sets clear direction and expectations and enables others to interpret competing priorities Agrees and monitors challenging, achievable performance objectives in line with GLA priorities Manages performance issues effectively to avoid adverse impact on team morale and performance Promotes a positive team culture that respects diversity and deals with barriers to inclusion Stakeholder Focus is consulting with, listening to and understanding the needs of those our work impacts and using this knowledge to shape what we do and manage others' expectations. Level 3 indicators: Understands diverse stakeholder needs and tailors team deliverables accordingly Is a role model to others, encouraging them to think of Londoners first Manages stakeholder expectations, so they are high but realistic Removes barriers to understanding the needs of diverse stakeholders, including hard to reach groups Focuses own and team's efforts on delivering a quality and committed service Planning and Organising is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard. Level 2 indicators: Prioritises work in line with key team or project deliverables Makes contingency plans to account for changing work priorities, deadlines and milestones Identifies and consults with sponsors or stakeholders in planning work Pays close attention to detail, ensuring team's work is delivered to a high standard Negotiates realistic timescales for work delivery, ensuring team deliverables can be met Problem Solving is analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable and timely solutions. Level 3 indicators: Clarifies ambiguous problems, questioning assumptions to reach a fuller understanding Actively challenges the status quo to find new ways of doing things, looking for good practice Seeks and incorporates diverse perspectives to help produce workable strategies to address complex issues Initiates consultation on opportunities to improve work processes Supports the organisation to implement innovative suggestions This role is based at London Fire Brigade's Head Office (Union Street SE1 0LL) GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office. Application Process & Additional Information . click apply for full job details
Nottingham CityCare Partnership (CityCare) are a provider of NHS Community Health Services. We support the health and wellbeing of all local people, working alongside other health and care partners to achieve this. As a social enterprise we aim to add social value by investing in the future of our local communities and helping to make a positive difference in people's lives. As our new Chief Executive, you will be joining us at a time of great opportunity, as we navigate the challenges of operating within a wider health economy challenged by ever increasing demand and pressures on improved financial performance. As providers of high-quality care through a range of services, ranging from health visiting and education for young families to community nursing and home-based rehabilitation services; we are well placed to bring care closer to home. Our dedicated staff, and values driven approach, means we have a passion for excellence, evidenced in our awarding winning services and strong reputation within the region. In our new Chief Executive, we want an individual who is willing to push boundaries, to innovate and take calculated risks, working in close partnership with others, to make a difference every day to the health & wellbeing of our communities. As a values driven individual, you will have experience of working at board-level, able to combine your commercial acumen with your strong appreciation and awareness of health and social care services. Able to inspire others to follow, you will embed and create a positive culture that consistently delivers high quality compassionate care. For more information, call our advisor Helene Usherwood, Senior Partner at Anderson Quigley on or via email at CLOSING DATE: Tuesday 28 May 2024 Final Panel: w/c Monday 24 June / Monday 01 July (TBC) CityCare is actively working to achieve a diverse, gender balanced and representative workforce where diversity is actively valued and celebrated, including at Board level. With this in mind, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds to ensure that our Board reflects the diversity of our communities and encourages diversity of thought.
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
Nottingham CityCare Partnership (CityCare) are a provider of NHS Community Health Services. We support the health and wellbeing of all local people, working alongside other health and care partners to achieve this. As a social enterprise we aim to add social value by investing in the future of our local communities and helping to make a positive difference in people's lives. As our new Chief Executive, you will be joining us at a time of great opportunity, as we navigate the challenges of operating within a wider health economy challenged by ever increasing demand and pressures on improved financial performance. As providers of high-quality care through a range of services, ranging from health visiting and education for young families to community nursing and home-based rehabilitation services; we are well placed to bring care closer to home. Our dedicated staff, and values driven approach, means we have a passion for excellence, evidenced in our awarding winning services and strong reputation within the region. In our new Chief Executive, we want an individual who is willing to push boundaries, to innovate and take calculated risks, working in close partnership with others, to make a difference every day to the health & wellbeing of our communities. As a values driven individual, you will have experience of working at board-level, able to combine your commercial acumen with your strong appreciation and awareness of health and social care services. Able to inspire others to follow, you will embed and create a positive culture that consistently delivers high quality compassionate care. For more information, call our advisor Helene Usherwood, Senior Partner at Anderson Quigley on or via email at CLOSING DATE: Tuesday 28 May 2024 Final Panel: w/c Monday 24 June / Monday 01 July (TBC) CityCare is actively working to achieve a diverse, gender balanced and representative workforce where diversity is actively valued and celebrated, including at Board level. With this in mind, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds to ensure that our Board reflects the diversity of our communities and encourages diversity of thought.