Job Description & Summary A career within Salesforce Consulting services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients leverage Salesforce technology to enhance their customer experiences, enable sustainable change, and drive results. We focus on understanding our client's challenges and developing custom solutions powered by Salesforce to transform their sales, service and marketing capabilities by exploring data and identifying trends, managing customer life cycles, strategically building and leveraging online communities, driving employee engagement and collaboration, and connecting directly with channel partners to share goals, objectives, and activities in a secure, branded location. Grade Responsibilities As a Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to: Proactively assist in the management of a portfolio of clients, while reporting to Senior Managers and above Assist in the management and delivering of large projects Be involved in the financial management and commercials of client engagements Be actively involved in business development activities to help identify and research opportunities on new/existing clients Contribute to the development of your own and team's technical acumen Train, coach, and supervise staff Develop strategies to solve complex technical challenges Keep up to date with local and national business and economic issues Continue to develop internal relationships and your PwC brand The role This is a consulting role with an equal emphasis on technical delivery and strong client management. You will be the clients' primary point of contact for the scope, requirements and Salesforce solution; taking overall accountability for individual projects, delivering client solutions using Salesforce and wider technology sets. You will be hands on both in terms of client engagement and technical implementation. You will operate across the project lifecycle from pre-sales & discovery through to development, testing, deployments and training. Role Responsibilities: Development of client solutions: Owning and Managing engagement deliverables pertaining to all aspects of Salesforce Technology. Managing and leading discovery & design workshops to identify client requirements. Designing and/or Reviewing of Salesforce solutions to meet client requirements. Owning and managing the estimation of engagements in discovery, pre-build and in-build phases. Managing the build of Salesforce solutions using configuration. Responsibility for the quality and timeliness of all build deliverables. Ability to perform Customisation of Salesforce using Configuration, Apex and LEX/Aura. Managing the delivery of Data migration & integration using data transfer/ETL tools. Overseeing and/or leading End User Training and other user adoption activity. Work in an agile culture and work in a high performance driven environment Identify and maintain key client and stakeholder relationships. Recommend new features and improvements to optimize and increase use of the client's platform. Provide technical specifications and help maintain overall documentation for the business. Adhere to and promote best practices, and design the guidelines. Commercial: Supporting Pre-sales during development of new business with new or existing clients Producing proposals & working with Salesforce to present proposals Review of proposals during the pre-sales process to ensure proposal accuracy Working with the commercial team to ensure a smooth handover in to Delivery processes Ability to work with engagement leadership to ensure accurate and achievable resourcing planning Ability to balance required engagement skills with commercial profitability General Maintain certification in selected salesforce products Maintain and improve internal team skills, processes and ways of working. Manage, mentor and coach other colleagues. Participate in the PwC culture, practices and teams. Certifications: Salesforce Certified Administrator Salesforce Certified Platform App Builder Salesforce Certified Sales Cloud Salesforce Certified Service Cloud Salesforce Certified Community Cloud (desirable) Certified Agile Practitioner (desirable) Salesforce Accredited Financial Services Cloud (desirable) Salesforce Certified Business Analyst (optional) Required Skills: Proven experience in full cycle software development with demonstrated achievements and progressive responsibilities. Advanced experience with Salesforce configurations Background in CRM process design and implementation Strong presentation and communication skills Strong aptitude; logical and analytical ability Optional Skills Support change control best practices, including management of multiple code/configuration streams, code/Configuration merging, and promoting changes to production. Industry specialist knowledge in Financial Services (Banking, Insurance or Wealth Management) Understanding of Enterprise Architecture and Mulesoft. Experience with integrated packages e.g. AdobeSign,.DocuSign, CTI, Marketing Tools
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Job Description & Summary A career within Salesforce Consulting services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients leverage Salesforce technology to enhance their customer experiences, enable sustainable change, and drive results. We focus on understanding our client's challenges and developing custom solutions powered by Salesforce to transform their sales, service and marketing capabilities by exploring data and identifying trends, managing customer life cycles, strategically building and leveraging online communities, driving employee engagement and collaboration, and connecting directly with channel partners to share goals, objectives, and activities in a secure, branded location. Grade Responsibilities As a Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to: Proactively assist in the management of a portfolio of clients, while reporting to Senior Managers and above Assist in the management and delivering of large projects Be involved in the financial management and commercials of client engagements Be actively involved in business development activities to help identify and research opportunities on new/existing clients Contribute to the development of your own and team's technical acumen Train, coach, and supervise staff Develop strategies to solve complex technical challenges Keep up to date with local and national business and economic issues Continue to develop internal relationships and your PwC brand The role This is a consulting role with an equal emphasis on technical delivery and strong client management. You will be the clients' primary point of contact for the scope, requirements and Salesforce solution; taking overall accountability for individual projects, delivering client solutions using Salesforce and wider technology sets. You will be hands on both in terms of client engagement and technical implementation. You will operate across the project lifecycle from pre-sales & discovery through to development, testing, deployments and training. Role Responsibilities: Development of client solutions: Owning and Managing engagement deliverables pertaining to all aspects of Salesforce Technology. Managing and leading discovery & design workshops to identify client requirements. Designing and/or Reviewing of Salesforce solutions to meet client requirements. Owning and managing the estimation of engagements in discovery, pre-build and in-build phases. Managing the build of Salesforce solutions using configuration. Responsibility for the quality and timeliness of all build deliverables. Ability to perform Customisation of Salesforce using Configuration, Apex and LEX/Aura. Managing the delivery of Data migration & integration using data transfer/ETL tools. Overseeing and/or leading End User Training and other user adoption activity. Work in an agile culture and work in a high performance driven environment Identify and maintain key client and stakeholder relationships. Recommend new features and improvements to optimize and increase use of the client's platform. Provide technical specifications and help maintain overall documentation for the business. Adhere to and promote best practices, and design the guidelines. Commercial: Supporting Pre-sales during development of new business with new or existing clients Producing proposals & working with Salesforce to present proposals Review of proposals during the pre-sales process to ensure proposal accuracy Working with the commercial team to ensure a smooth handover in to Delivery processes Ability to work with engagement leadership to ensure accurate and achievable resourcing planning Ability to balance required engagement skills with commercial profitability General Maintain certification in selected salesforce products Maintain and improve internal team skills, processes and ways of working. Manage, mentor and coach other colleagues. Participate in the PwC culture, practices and teams. Certifications: Salesforce Certified Administrator Salesforce Certified Platform App Builder Salesforce Certified Sales Cloud Salesforce Certified Service Cloud Salesforce Certified Community Cloud (desirable) Certified Agile Practitioner (desirable) Salesforce Accredited Financial Services Cloud (desirable) Salesforce Certified Business Analyst (optional) Required Skills: Proven experience in full cycle software development with demonstrated achievements and progressive responsibilities. Advanced experience with Salesforce configurations Background in CRM process design and implementation Strong presentation and communication skills Strong aptitude; logical and analytical ability Optional Skills Support change control best practices, including management of multiple code/configuration streams, code/Configuration merging, and promoting changes to production. Industry specialist knowledge in Financial Services (Banking, Insurance or Wealth Management) Understanding of Enterprise Architecture and Mulesoft. Experience with integrated packages e.g. AdobeSign,.DocuSign, CTI, Marketing Tools
What We Do At Goldman Sachs, our Engineers don't just make things - we make things possible. Change the world by connecting people and capital with ideas. Solve the most challenging and pressing engineering problems for our clients. Join our engineering teams that build massively scalable software and systems, architect low latency infrastructure solutions, proactively guard against cyber threats, and leverage machine learning alongside financial engineering to continuously turn data into action. Create new businesses, transform finance, and explore a world of opportunity at the speed of markets . Goldman Sachs Engineers are innovators and problem-solvers, building solutions in risk management, big data, mobile and more. We look for creative collaborators who evolve, adapt to change and thrive in a fast-paced global environment. Want to push the limit of digital possibilities? Start here. Transaction Banking (TxB) aims to bring innovative solutions to traditional banking and lending activities. We are a global team of lenders, investors, risk managers, skilled marketers, web experts and banking specialists. We provide a suite of solutions to help our customers meet their financial goals. We make direct investments in and manage risk for a portfolio of corporate loans and securities. We help transform distressed communities through investments and loans of private capital. Who We Look For As part of our global team you will work on various components as a Senior Software Engineer. Your role includes leading projects with a group of passionate engineers alongside product owners and clients. You are expected to contribute to the vision, understand our product roadmap, integrate business value with experience and contribute to building an engineering culture within the team. Our flat structure requires and enables team members to evolve through the entire spectrum of the software life-cycle and closely collaborate with product owners, business and operations users. We are looking for someone with lots of energy that has excellent communication skills, enjoys engineering challenges, has a passion to deliver high quality technology products and is able to operate in a highly fluid, rapidly changing environment. HOW YOU WILL FULFILL YOUR POTENTIAL Develop full stack applications with due consideration to security, design, validation and SDLC framework Collaborate with product managers, business operations, engineers to define product requirements, objectives Participate in system design consulting, platform management Develop resilient, scalable and secure modules using cloud native services Manage multiple tasks and use sound judgment when prioritizing Update and maintain documentation for team processes, best practices and software runbooks Must be passionate about technology and engineering Exceptional analytical skills and ability to apply knowledge and experience in decision-making to arrive at creative and commercial solutions BASIC QUALIFICATIONS 5-10 years of relevant professional experience using a modern programming language (preferably Java) BS degree in Computer Science or related technical field involving programming or systems engineering. Proficiency in development with Java, springboot, REST APIs Experience engineering solutions with distributed tracing, Performance testing, Authentication, Authorization Proficiency with algorithms, data structures and software design Experience with UNIX operating systems internals, infrastructure as code-Terraform and networking Proven to work independently in a fast paced and often multi-direction work environment PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience with development and design of distributed systems Experience with SQL databases (PostgreSQL/Oracle) and nosql (Dynamo/Mongo DB) Experience in financial services specifically corporate cash management desirable Experience with AWS services - Amazon MSK/Apache kafka, ECS/kubernetes, S3, IAM, AWS XRay Comfort with Agile operating models (practical experience of Scrum / Kanban) ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at We're committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., 2023. All rights reserved. Goldman Sachs is an equal employment/affirmative action employer Female/Minority/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
What We Do At Goldman Sachs, our Engineers don't just make things - we make things possible. Change the world by connecting people and capital with ideas. Solve the most challenging and pressing engineering problems for our clients. Join our engineering teams that build massively scalable software and systems, architect low latency infrastructure solutions, proactively guard against cyber threats, and leverage machine learning alongside financial engineering to continuously turn data into action. Create new businesses, transform finance, and explore a world of opportunity at the speed of markets . Goldman Sachs Engineers are innovators and problem-solvers, building solutions in risk management, big data, mobile and more. We look for creative collaborators who evolve, adapt to change and thrive in a fast-paced global environment. Want to push the limit of digital possibilities? Start here. Transaction Banking (TxB) aims to bring innovative solutions to traditional banking and lending activities. We are a global team of lenders, investors, risk managers, skilled marketers, web experts and banking specialists. We provide a suite of solutions to help our customers meet their financial goals. We make direct investments in and manage risk for a portfolio of corporate loans and securities. We help transform distressed communities through investments and loans of private capital. Who We Look For As part of our global team you will work on various components as a Senior Software Engineer. Your role includes leading projects with a group of passionate engineers alongside product owners and clients. You are expected to contribute to the vision, understand our product roadmap, integrate business value with experience and contribute to building an engineering culture within the team. Our flat structure requires and enables team members to evolve through the entire spectrum of the software life-cycle and closely collaborate with product owners, business and operations users. We are looking for someone with lots of energy that has excellent communication skills, enjoys engineering challenges, has a passion to deliver high quality technology products and is able to operate in a highly fluid, rapidly changing environment. HOW YOU WILL FULFILL YOUR POTENTIAL Develop full stack applications with due consideration to security, design, validation and SDLC framework Collaborate with product managers, business operations, engineers to define product requirements, objectives Participate in system design consulting, platform management Develop resilient, scalable and secure modules using cloud native services Manage multiple tasks and use sound judgment when prioritizing Update and maintain documentation for team processes, best practices and software runbooks Must be passionate about technology and engineering Exceptional analytical skills and ability to apply knowledge and experience in decision-making to arrive at creative and commercial solutions BASIC QUALIFICATIONS 5-10 years of relevant professional experience using a modern programming language (preferably Java) BS degree in Computer Science or related technical field involving programming or systems engineering. Proficiency in development with Java, springboot, REST APIs Experience engineering solutions with distributed tracing, Performance testing, Authentication, Authorization Proficiency with algorithms, data structures and software design Experience with UNIX operating systems internals, infrastructure as code-Terraform and networking Proven to work independently in a fast paced and often multi-direction work environment PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience with development and design of distributed systems Experience with SQL databases (PostgreSQL/Oracle) and nosql (Dynamo/Mongo DB) Experience in financial services specifically corporate cash management desirable Experience with AWS services - Amazon MSK/Apache kafka, ECS/kubernetes, S3, IAM, AWS XRay Comfort with Agile operating models (practical experience of Scrum / Kanban) ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at We're committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., 2023. All rights reserved. Goldman Sachs is an equal employment/affirmative action employer Female/Minority/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As market leaders, the award-winning Real Estate & Construction tax team at BDO serves a wide and exciting range of domestic and international companies with UK operations. It's your chance to experience a focused and unique blend of the highest level of technical expertise along with extensive experience in commercial transactions. This industry continues to grow rapidly, so there are always new challenges or opportunities that you can take on. At the heart of our success are the strong and progressive relationships we build with our clients and colleagues. With a focus on continuing development and exposure to clients and senior partners, you'll have all the freedom you need to grow your career. We're looking for someone with: Understanding of and previous experience within UK corporate tax compliance Some experience of providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to primarily corporate groups, but may include partnership tax returns and non-resident landlord income tax returns Ability to prepare proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions Ability to manage a small client portfolio Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Some experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Keenness to develop a career within the real estate profession Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As market leaders, the award-winning Real Estate & Construction tax team at BDO serves a wide and exciting range of domestic and international companies with UK operations. It's your chance to experience a focused and unique blend of the highest level of technical expertise along with extensive experience in commercial transactions. This industry continues to grow rapidly, so there are always new challenges or opportunities that you can take on. At the heart of our success are the strong and progressive relationships we build with our clients and colleagues. With a focus on continuing development and exposure to clients and senior partners, you'll have all the freedom you need to grow your career. We're looking for someone with: Understanding of and previous experience within UK corporate tax compliance Some experience of providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to primarily corporate groups, but may include partnership tax returns and non-resident landlord income tax returns Ability to prepare proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions Ability to manage a small client portfolio Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Some experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Keenness to develop a career within the real estate profession Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
London Office - Internal Director of Sustainability Location 1 London Job Description 1 Who we are: L.E.K. Consulting is a global strategy consulting firm that addresses the most critical commercial issues for the leaders of some of the world's most successful businesses. With over 2000 professionals located across five continents, L.E.K. specializes in Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) support with clients across the full range of corporates and private equity. As we grow, L.E.K. is seeking to further invest in achieving our sustainability and ESG goals through a dedicated Director of Sustainability who will lead the firm in delivering our sustainability strategies, and related implementation plans. Job Summary Directly reporting to the Global Managing Partner, the Director of Sustainability will have responsibility for the delivery of L.E.K's sustainability ambitions across all priorities identified in the L.E.K. Sustainability Report and transition plans as well as advising the Partnership on our future sustainability commitments. Working closely with our global functions, Finance, People, Legal and Commercial, the Director of Sustainability will provide professional support, guidance, and insights to ensure we deliver a connected strategy and communications internally and externally whilst simultaneously educating our own people on our sustainability commitments, and how they can support the firm achieving these commitments. Skills Required: Sustainability strategy and project management Experience in building senior level buy in on sustainability strategy Continually developing the sustainability ambition to ensure we remain in line with external developments and industry best practice Drive change in the firm, particularly in decarbonisation, but also across all aspects of ESG relevant to L.E.K. Develop a global program of and manage this across multiple functions Operations Develop the internal L.E.K. Sustainability function and capabilities. Design the operational plan, roadmap, and work-streams, with the overarching goal of managing the change across the organisation. Deliver the L.E.K. transition plans including designing carbon budget mechanisms to achieve our decarbonisation targets; working with the L.E.K. senior global and regional leadership to establish options, choices, and trade-offs for managing the firm's plans to reduce its emission profile over the next 4 years to our 2027 SBTi near-term target and beyond Deliver external reporting and disclosure regulatory and voluntary commitments, with annual performance improvement. Project manage work-steams and lead the cross-functional efforts required. Regularly monitor the firm's emissions profile, including management of an emissions reporting system with overall responsibility for emissions calculations (both annual GHG and regular tracking of business travel emissions), emissions data quality assurance, controls and process development, producing L.E.K.s annual GHG report (audited and verified to ISO 14064), and driving improvements in the accuracy of emissions calculations. Identify and implement an ESG software solution for L.E.K. to achieve reporting and process improvement in carbon accounting, risk management and governance. Lead specification, process development and implementation. Support ESG/Sustainability related queries for client propositions and input into thought leadership for client-side projects In partnership with marketing, strengthen L.E.K.s reputation for sustainability and differentiation with clients, employees, and broader society. Compliance Support in the continued definition and refinement of sustainability targets for L.E.K., identifying tangible measures to ensure success. Report on and deliver improvement in the sustainability metrics identified in the 2022 L.E.K. Sustainability Report Data Performance Tables Provide regular reports to the L.E.K. ESG Committee, Sustainability Steering Committee and L.E.K. Global Operating Committee Report on progress, anticipating changes that the firm needs to make, and suggesting solutions to achieve L.E.K.s goals Ensure sustainability risks are updated and escalated into L.E.K.s group-wide enterprise risk management and reporting; escalate and manage risks via the L.E.K. ESG risk register as appropriate. Team and Near-Term Goals Manage and direct the Environmental Sustainability Manager, and manage ESG data, reporting, certifications, and compliance. Set annual carbon budget on the trajectory to achieve L.E.K.'s SBTi approved near-term (2027) and long-term (2050) emissions targets. Design and implement L.E.K.s carbon offsetting strategy to deliver L.E.K.s pledge to have net zero impact by 2030 through decarbonisation and the use of high-quality removals and offsets Complete analysis and reporting required for L.E.K.'s annual sustainability regulatory and voluntary disclosures including for 2023: Task Force for Climate Related Financial Disclosure (TCFD) report; CDP (Customer data platforms) Climate Survey; UN Global Compact Communication on Progress; UK Carbon Reduction Plan; L.E.K. Transition Plan Deliver annual EcoVadis sustainability rating, achieving Gold medal rating or better. Deliver the 2023 L.E.K. Sustainability Report Manage the internal sustainability function financial budget Responsibilities: Related leadership experience, preferably within a professional services firm or similar environment; experience in sustainability within professional services is considered a plus. Experience in driving positive global change through a business or organization and demonstrated ability to influence change through others and win over a variety of audiences Previous experience within an internally facing corporate sustainability role with a strong understanding of the complex sustainability topics applicable to L.E.K. Project and program management skills and experience. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high calibre and dynamic environment. Great organizational skills, able to organize a varied workload, prioritise effectively and keep stakeholders updated as appropriate, while managing a team Strong written and verbal communication skills, and ability to influence, inspire, and persuade interlocutors of all seniority levels, both internally and externally Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative, independent judgement and be a self-starter while also being a strong team player. Willingness to coach and mentor senior team members Proficient in MS Office Applications; including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook The position will require travel to other L.E.K. offices.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
London Office - Internal Director of Sustainability Location 1 London Job Description 1 Who we are: L.E.K. Consulting is a global strategy consulting firm that addresses the most critical commercial issues for the leaders of some of the world's most successful businesses. With over 2000 professionals located across five continents, L.E.K. specializes in Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) support with clients across the full range of corporates and private equity. As we grow, L.E.K. is seeking to further invest in achieving our sustainability and ESG goals through a dedicated Director of Sustainability who will lead the firm in delivering our sustainability strategies, and related implementation plans. Job Summary Directly reporting to the Global Managing Partner, the Director of Sustainability will have responsibility for the delivery of L.E.K's sustainability ambitions across all priorities identified in the L.E.K. Sustainability Report and transition plans as well as advising the Partnership on our future sustainability commitments. Working closely with our global functions, Finance, People, Legal and Commercial, the Director of Sustainability will provide professional support, guidance, and insights to ensure we deliver a connected strategy and communications internally and externally whilst simultaneously educating our own people on our sustainability commitments, and how they can support the firm achieving these commitments. Skills Required: Sustainability strategy and project management Experience in building senior level buy in on sustainability strategy Continually developing the sustainability ambition to ensure we remain in line with external developments and industry best practice Drive change in the firm, particularly in decarbonisation, but also across all aspects of ESG relevant to L.E.K. Develop a global program of and manage this across multiple functions Operations Develop the internal L.E.K. Sustainability function and capabilities. Design the operational plan, roadmap, and work-streams, with the overarching goal of managing the change across the organisation. Deliver the L.E.K. transition plans including designing carbon budget mechanisms to achieve our decarbonisation targets; working with the L.E.K. senior global and regional leadership to establish options, choices, and trade-offs for managing the firm's plans to reduce its emission profile over the next 4 years to our 2027 SBTi near-term target and beyond Deliver external reporting and disclosure regulatory and voluntary commitments, with annual performance improvement. Project manage work-steams and lead the cross-functional efforts required. Regularly monitor the firm's emissions profile, including management of an emissions reporting system with overall responsibility for emissions calculations (both annual GHG and regular tracking of business travel emissions), emissions data quality assurance, controls and process development, producing L.E.K.s annual GHG report (audited and verified to ISO 14064), and driving improvements in the accuracy of emissions calculations. Identify and implement an ESG software solution for L.E.K. to achieve reporting and process improvement in carbon accounting, risk management and governance. Lead specification, process development and implementation. Support ESG/Sustainability related queries for client propositions and input into thought leadership for client-side projects In partnership with marketing, strengthen L.E.K.s reputation for sustainability and differentiation with clients, employees, and broader society. Compliance Support in the continued definition and refinement of sustainability targets for L.E.K., identifying tangible measures to ensure success. Report on and deliver improvement in the sustainability metrics identified in the 2022 L.E.K. Sustainability Report Data Performance Tables Provide regular reports to the L.E.K. ESG Committee, Sustainability Steering Committee and L.E.K. Global Operating Committee Report on progress, anticipating changes that the firm needs to make, and suggesting solutions to achieve L.E.K.s goals Ensure sustainability risks are updated and escalated into L.E.K.s group-wide enterprise risk management and reporting; escalate and manage risks via the L.E.K. ESG risk register as appropriate. Team and Near-Term Goals Manage and direct the Environmental Sustainability Manager, and manage ESG data, reporting, certifications, and compliance. Set annual carbon budget on the trajectory to achieve L.E.K.'s SBTi approved near-term (2027) and long-term (2050) emissions targets. Design and implement L.E.K.s carbon offsetting strategy to deliver L.E.K.s pledge to have net zero impact by 2030 through decarbonisation and the use of high-quality removals and offsets Complete analysis and reporting required for L.E.K.'s annual sustainability regulatory and voluntary disclosures including for 2023: Task Force for Climate Related Financial Disclosure (TCFD) report; CDP (Customer data platforms) Climate Survey; UN Global Compact Communication on Progress; UK Carbon Reduction Plan; L.E.K. Transition Plan Deliver annual EcoVadis sustainability rating, achieving Gold medal rating or better. Deliver the 2023 L.E.K. Sustainability Report Manage the internal sustainability function financial budget Responsibilities: Related leadership experience, preferably within a professional services firm or similar environment; experience in sustainability within professional services is considered a plus. Experience in driving positive global change through a business or organization and demonstrated ability to influence change through others and win over a variety of audiences Previous experience within an internally facing corporate sustainability role with a strong understanding of the complex sustainability topics applicable to L.E.K. Project and program management skills and experience. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high calibre and dynamic environment. Great organizational skills, able to organize a varied workload, prioritise effectively and keep stakeholders updated as appropriate, while managing a team Strong written and verbal communication skills, and ability to influence, inspire, and persuade interlocutors of all seniority levels, both internally and externally Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative, independent judgement and be a self-starter while also being a strong team player. Willingness to coach and mentor senior team members Proficient in MS Office Applications; including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook The position will require travel to other L.E.K. offices.
Barclay Simpson are currently recruiting for a Head of Compliance to join an established international asset management house as they look to expand their business and open an alternatives business. This is a rare opportunity in the market to join a well-established business whilst having a blank canvas on which to build frameworks from scratch. You will be reporting into the UK CEO. This is an all-encompassing compliance role that will be a building job in the first instance. It will be your responsibility to establish a new compliance framework whilst also aiding in the building of this new alternatives business. You will be a hands-on compliance practitioner and will eventually have the opportunity to build out a team underneath you. You will have solid compliance generalist experience from an alternative asset manager and will have strong knowledge of AIFMD. The salary is £140,000 - £150,000 plus benefits. Please send enquiries and CVs to Apply for this job We seek individuals from a diverse talent pool and encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply to our vacancies. Our commitment to fair recruitment processes means that we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of their lived experience or personal characteristics. We also invite applicants who meet most of the listed requirements, even if not all, to apply. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please let us know. Barclay Simpson acts as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and an Employment Business for temporary/contract engagements. Barclay Simpson are currently recruiting for a Global Head of Compliance to join a highly reputab View job & apply Location: Dubai Job type: Permanent A well established and successful regional commercial bank is developing its Prudential Risk Mana View job & apply Investment Compliance Advisory Manager Location: London Job type: Permanent Sector: Asset Management & Funds Barclay Simpson are currently recruiting for an Investment Compliance Advisory Manager for a high View job & apply Compliance Manager Location: London Job type: Permanent We are seeking a Compliance Manager with strong knowledge of Mortgages. My client is an establish View job & apply Senior Compliance Officer - Conduct Risk Job type: Permanent Sector: Insurance Our client, a prominent specialty insurance group, seeks a Compliance Officer specializing in Con View job & apply Part-Time Compliance Manager Location: London Job type: Permanent Sector: Asset Management & Funds Barclay Simpson are currently recruiting for a Part-time Compliance Manager to join a boutique as View job & apply VP Compliance MLRO Location: Dubai(DIFC) Job type: Permanent Sector: Banking, Asset Management & Funds I am working with a leading Global Bank on a search for a new MLRO to join their Compliance Depar View job & apply Compliance Monitoring Location: London Job type: Permanent Sector: Banking Job Title: Assistant Vice President (AVP) - Compliance Monitoring Job Description: As an As
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Barclay Simpson are currently recruiting for a Head of Compliance to join an established international asset management house as they look to expand their business and open an alternatives business. This is a rare opportunity in the market to join a well-established business whilst having a blank canvas on which to build frameworks from scratch. You will be reporting into the UK CEO. This is an all-encompassing compliance role that will be a building job in the first instance. It will be your responsibility to establish a new compliance framework whilst also aiding in the building of this new alternatives business. You will be a hands-on compliance practitioner and will eventually have the opportunity to build out a team underneath you. You will have solid compliance generalist experience from an alternative asset manager and will have strong knowledge of AIFMD. The salary is £140,000 - £150,000 plus benefits. Please send enquiries and CVs to Apply for this job We seek individuals from a diverse talent pool and encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply to our vacancies. Our commitment to fair recruitment processes means that we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of their lived experience or personal characteristics. We also invite applicants who meet most of the listed requirements, even if not all, to apply. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please let us know. Barclay Simpson acts as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and an Employment Business for temporary/contract engagements. Barclay Simpson are currently recruiting for a Global Head of Compliance to join a highly reputab View job & apply Location: Dubai Job type: Permanent A well established and successful regional commercial bank is developing its Prudential Risk Mana View job & apply Investment Compliance Advisory Manager Location: London Job type: Permanent Sector: Asset Management & Funds Barclay Simpson are currently recruiting for an Investment Compliance Advisory Manager for a high View job & apply Compliance Manager Location: London Job type: Permanent We are seeking a Compliance Manager with strong knowledge of Mortgages. My client is an establish View job & apply Senior Compliance Officer - Conduct Risk Job type: Permanent Sector: Insurance Our client, a prominent specialty insurance group, seeks a Compliance Officer specializing in Con View job & apply Part-Time Compliance Manager Location: London Job type: Permanent Sector: Asset Management & Funds Barclay Simpson are currently recruiting for a Part-time Compliance Manager to join a boutique as View job & apply VP Compliance MLRO Location: Dubai(DIFC) Job type: Permanent Sector: Banking, Asset Management & Funds I am working with a leading Global Bank on a search for a new MLRO to join their Compliance Depar View job & apply Compliance Monitoring Location: London Job type: Permanent Sector: Banking Job Title: Assistant Vice President (AVP) - Compliance Monitoring Job Description: As an As
Description About this role Business Unit Overview: BlackRock Solutions (BRS) is uniquely positioned to address the industry's risk management, portfolio construction and financial technology demands. The various business departments within BRS are focused on providing clients with highly scalable portfolio analytics & risk management, liability-driven investing & pension solutions, and regulatory advice & balance sheet strategy. BRS offers clients customized solutions powered by Aladdin, BlackRock's proprietary risk management system. The Aladdin Wealth Enterprise team within BRS leverages the same risk analytics used by Institutional investors to equip wealth management clients with business & risk management, and portfolio construction & analytics capabilities. Aladdin Wealth Enterprise is partnering with wealth managers to enhance their value proposition to their end clients, create rigor and scale in their investment process, and grow their businesses in a differentiated way. Position Description: The Aladdin Wealth Enterprise business is effectively a start up with the broad reach of BlackRock and Aladdin.The successful candidate will be an integral part of the team and assume the role of " Head of Implementation Project Management for EMEA ", leading the strategy and execution of all Aladdin Wealth external client Implementations in EMEA. This exciting role combines aspects of project management, client relationship management, technical execution, people management and risk analytics expertise. This candidate will be responsible for the success of all EMEA client implementations, including effectively managing project teams, tracking against key milestones, managing project risks, and keeping project stakeholders apprised of the project status. They will work closely with clients' senior management to gain a full understanding of their business processes and design the desired user journeys and workflows using Aladdin functionality. This candidate will collaborate with several teams across the firm to deliver Aladdin and ensure an outstanding client implementation experience. In addition to running large complex implementations, the candidate will help build a broader Implementation Project Management team in EMEA, define global best practices and mentor junior talent. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Implementation Project Management team in EMEA. As senior member of the broader EMEA team, contribute to the overall commercial, product and talent strategy in the region. Lead complex Tier 1 Aladdin Wealth implementations: Lead the day-to-day project management of client implementations, including creating project plans, managing action items, and coordinating resources across multiple functional areas. Lead client calls and communications as a subject matter expert on the implementation approach and design phase Gain an in-depth knowledge of Aladdin functionality to ensure clients take full advantage of the suite of Aladdin capabilities. Coordinate and assist in Aladdin configuration, testing, and user training. Convey client requirements and feedback to the Product development team to help shape the evolution of Aladdin. Present project updates to key stakeholders and senior leaders in project Steering Committees Ensure a smooth transition from implementation to on-going client support teams. Establish strong personal relationships with senior client stakeholders and represent all of BlackRock in a compelling fashion. Develop strong relationships with all groups within BlackRock to ensure an excellent client experience and help drive the product roadmap and implementation strategy, as necessary. Leadership and management skills to be the cultural flag-bearer with the ability to inspire people. Able to coach up 'star' mid-level managers on his / her team to higher levels of client delivery and execution, i.e., lead by example: show people how to build and maintain relationships/skillsets, then drive them to do it. Able to re-invent his / her team over time, via great new hires or upgrading existing talent. Have a global mindset; Identify and implement process improvements to enhance future implementations. Challenge the status quo. Skills and Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess some combination of all the following: Fluent in English, second language is a plus (Spanish, German, French) 10+ years of work experience in the financial industry preferably for a buy-side technology provider (Charles River / Temenos / Avaloq / APT / BBG Port / ) Demonstrated experience leading large teams. Demonstrated experience successfully leading strategic technology initiatives within a global organization Solid understanding of the Wealth Management / Private Banking industry (investment advisory, discretionary management, MiFID II Suitability, etc.), capital markets instruments (equities, fixed income, derivatives, alternatives) and market risk (volatility, tail risk, tracking error, etc.). CFA / FRM a strong plus Strong project management and coordination skills Strong problem solving/analytical thinking. Superior communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts simply and clearly to clients. Capable of connecting with multiple audiences and articulating lines of reasoning Strong background in technical architecture design. Uncovers and meets the need of external clients; builds strong working partnerships with clients and internal organization; acts with urgency and works hard to address client demands; effectively manages clients' expectations and delivers value-added service Leads individuals and teams to achieve objectives and drive results; inspires and motivates people to the highest levels of performance. Is accessible, engaged and a positive force for change. Provides timely and actionable feedback. Ability to operate as a self-starter, operating with limited guidance in a highly matrixed organization. Enjoys a fast-paced, high-intensity environment; able to manage multiple priorities. Our benefits To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. Our hybrid work model BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person - aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock. About BlackRock At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress. This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit Twitter: LinkedIn: BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Description About this role Business Unit Overview: BlackRock Solutions (BRS) is uniquely positioned to address the industry's risk management, portfolio construction and financial technology demands. The various business departments within BRS are focused on providing clients with highly scalable portfolio analytics & risk management, liability-driven investing & pension solutions, and regulatory advice & balance sheet strategy. BRS offers clients customized solutions powered by Aladdin, BlackRock's proprietary risk management system. The Aladdin Wealth Enterprise team within BRS leverages the same risk analytics used by Institutional investors to equip wealth management clients with business & risk management, and portfolio construction & analytics capabilities. Aladdin Wealth Enterprise is partnering with wealth managers to enhance their value proposition to their end clients, create rigor and scale in their investment process, and grow their businesses in a differentiated way. Position Description: The Aladdin Wealth Enterprise business is effectively a start up with the broad reach of BlackRock and Aladdin.The successful candidate will be an integral part of the team and assume the role of " Head of Implementation Project Management for EMEA ", leading the strategy and execution of all Aladdin Wealth external client Implementations in EMEA. This exciting role combines aspects of project management, client relationship management, technical execution, people management and risk analytics expertise. This candidate will be responsible for the success of all EMEA client implementations, including effectively managing project teams, tracking against key milestones, managing project risks, and keeping project stakeholders apprised of the project status. They will work closely with clients' senior management to gain a full understanding of their business processes and design the desired user journeys and workflows using Aladdin functionality. This candidate will collaborate with several teams across the firm to deliver Aladdin and ensure an outstanding client implementation experience. In addition to running large complex implementations, the candidate will help build a broader Implementation Project Management team in EMEA, define global best practices and mentor junior talent. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Implementation Project Management team in EMEA. As senior member of the broader EMEA team, contribute to the overall commercial, product and talent strategy in the region. Lead complex Tier 1 Aladdin Wealth implementations: Lead the day-to-day project management of client implementations, including creating project plans, managing action items, and coordinating resources across multiple functional areas. Lead client calls and communications as a subject matter expert on the implementation approach and design phase Gain an in-depth knowledge of Aladdin functionality to ensure clients take full advantage of the suite of Aladdin capabilities. Coordinate and assist in Aladdin configuration, testing, and user training. Convey client requirements and feedback to the Product development team to help shape the evolution of Aladdin. Present project updates to key stakeholders and senior leaders in project Steering Committees Ensure a smooth transition from implementation to on-going client support teams. Establish strong personal relationships with senior client stakeholders and represent all of BlackRock in a compelling fashion. Develop strong relationships with all groups within BlackRock to ensure an excellent client experience and help drive the product roadmap and implementation strategy, as necessary. Leadership and management skills to be the cultural flag-bearer with the ability to inspire people. Able to coach up 'star' mid-level managers on his / her team to higher levels of client delivery and execution, i.e., lead by example: show people how to build and maintain relationships/skillsets, then drive them to do it. Able to re-invent his / her team over time, via great new hires or upgrading existing talent. Have a global mindset; Identify and implement process improvements to enhance future implementations. Challenge the status quo. Skills and Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess some combination of all the following: Fluent in English, second language is a plus (Spanish, German, French) 10+ years of work experience in the financial industry preferably for a buy-side technology provider (Charles River / Temenos / Avaloq / APT / BBG Port / ) Demonstrated experience leading large teams. Demonstrated experience successfully leading strategic technology initiatives within a global organization Solid understanding of the Wealth Management / Private Banking industry (investment advisory, discretionary management, MiFID II Suitability, etc.), capital markets instruments (equities, fixed income, derivatives, alternatives) and market risk (volatility, tail risk, tracking error, etc.). CFA / FRM a strong plus Strong project management and coordination skills Strong problem solving/analytical thinking. Superior communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts simply and clearly to clients. Capable of connecting with multiple audiences and articulating lines of reasoning Strong background in technical architecture design. Uncovers and meets the need of external clients; builds strong working partnerships with clients and internal organization; acts with urgency and works hard to address client demands; effectively manages clients' expectations and delivers value-added service Leads individuals and teams to achieve objectives and drive results; inspires and motivates people to the highest levels of performance. Is accessible, engaged and a positive force for change. Provides timely and actionable feedback. Ability to operate as a self-starter, operating with limited guidance in a highly matrixed organization. Enjoys a fast-paced, high-intensity environment; able to manage multiple priorities. Our benefits To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. Our hybrid work model BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person - aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock. About BlackRock At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress. This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit Twitter: LinkedIn: BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.
Head of Software London What will you be doing • Responsible for leading the national strategy and execution of our Software subsector, predominantly focused on venture capital backed, high growth businesses. • Develop our Software proposition to ensure Barclays is a leading partner across the UK, delivering a strategic plan to target the market effectively and increase Barclays' market share • Act as the Sector lead to represent Barclays across all key external and internal stakeholder, and be an industry spokesperson to influence across the Software ecosystem including engagement with Investors, Government, trade bodies and professional firms/advisors • Initiate and deliver a Software marketing strategy to accelerate our presence in the market including thought leadership articles and hosting sector events • Partner with Product colleagues to create a compelling value proposition across lending and transaction banking solutions, ensuring relevance and ease of banking for clients in the subsector • Act as the First Line of Defence to manage risk aligned with our Enterprise Risk Management Framework • Operate as a senior member of the TMT team to contribute and drive strategy forward • Embed, live and promote our Corporate values to support junior colleague development and build a high performance culture What we're looking for • Proven track record of delivering income growth with Software businesses and/or similar Innovation Economy industries • Experience working with VCs, software investors and Growth/ARR Lending solutions • Experience of originating and structuring solutions for loss making, fast growth businesses through Venture Debt or equivalent. • Holds a strong existing network of Industry contacts to support business development activity • Appetite to build out a new proposition as a key part of UK Corporate Bank's growth strategy • Consistently meets and exceeds challenging targets • Influences peers and managers to re-focus business plans • Challenges status quo and looks for new ways of doing business • A strong team player, but at the same time, is able to work under own initiative Skills that will help you in your role Commercial Skill: • Understands the market, competition (other lenders and operational banking providers) and our Target Market Criteria to ensure we enhance and develop our market offering to be regarded as a leading partner to the industry • Awareness and engagement at Government level assisting and challenging as appropriate via feedback and consultation • Deal savvy and comfortable to negotiate to balance the needs of the client's vs the Bank's • Can solve complex problems and offer pragmatic solutions • Manages senior stakeholders effectively • Understands how our Group businesses fits together, and maximises the opportunity to collaborate People Skills: • A strong communicator both internally and externally • Engaging on a 121 level and at a group level • Has impact/gravitas • Inspires internally and externally • Builds strong relationships and creates followership • Acts with honesty, trust, integrity and empathy • Excellent coaching and facilitation skills • Mixture of leadership styles and flexibility to get the best out of individuals Where will you be working In the heart of Canary Wharf, our headquarters at Churchill Place boasts onsite amenities such as; a gym, staff restaurant and deli bar, and is easily accessible by tube and bus links. With a population of around 5000 staff the atmosphere is second to none with a real buzz being created around the offices within.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Head of Software London What will you be doing • Responsible for leading the national strategy and execution of our Software subsector, predominantly focused on venture capital backed, high growth businesses. • Develop our Software proposition to ensure Barclays is a leading partner across the UK, delivering a strategic plan to target the market effectively and increase Barclays' market share • Act as the Sector lead to represent Barclays across all key external and internal stakeholder, and be an industry spokesperson to influence across the Software ecosystem including engagement with Investors, Government, trade bodies and professional firms/advisors • Initiate and deliver a Software marketing strategy to accelerate our presence in the market including thought leadership articles and hosting sector events • Partner with Product colleagues to create a compelling value proposition across lending and transaction banking solutions, ensuring relevance and ease of banking for clients in the subsector • Act as the First Line of Defence to manage risk aligned with our Enterprise Risk Management Framework • Operate as a senior member of the TMT team to contribute and drive strategy forward • Embed, live and promote our Corporate values to support junior colleague development and build a high performance culture What we're looking for • Proven track record of delivering income growth with Software businesses and/or similar Innovation Economy industries • Experience working with VCs, software investors and Growth/ARR Lending solutions • Experience of originating and structuring solutions for loss making, fast growth businesses through Venture Debt or equivalent. • Holds a strong existing network of Industry contacts to support business development activity • Appetite to build out a new proposition as a key part of UK Corporate Bank's growth strategy • Consistently meets and exceeds challenging targets • Influences peers and managers to re-focus business plans • Challenges status quo and looks for new ways of doing business • A strong team player, but at the same time, is able to work under own initiative Skills that will help you in your role Commercial Skill: • Understands the market, competition (other lenders and operational banking providers) and our Target Market Criteria to ensure we enhance and develop our market offering to be regarded as a leading partner to the industry • Awareness and engagement at Government level assisting and challenging as appropriate via feedback and consultation • Deal savvy and comfortable to negotiate to balance the needs of the client's vs the Bank's • Can solve complex problems and offer pragmatic solutions • Manages senior stakeholders effectively • Understands how our Group businesses fits together, and maximises the opportunity to collaborate People Skills: • A strong communicator both internally and externally • Engaging on a 121 level and at a group level • Has impact/gravitas • Inspires internally and externally • Builds strong relationships and creates followership • Acts with honesty, trust, integrity and empathy • Excellent coaching and facilitation skills • Mixture of leadership styles and flexibility to get the best out of individuals Where will you be working In the heart of Canary Wharf, our headquarters at Churchill Place boasts onsite amenities such as; a gym, staff restaurant and deli bar, and is easily accessible by tube and bus links. With a population of around 5000 staff the atmosphere is second to none with a real buzz being created around the offices within.
Job Title: Tax Product OwnerDuration: 12 MonthPay Rate: CompetitiveLocation: London 8CS ( 2 Days in the office )Interview Process: 2 StagesRole Purpose: Lead the ongoing development / design of the Custody product offering in relation to the EU withholding tax rule changes:• Global impact analysis & requirements;• Custody client & legal impacts;• Internal customer journeys; (direct & indirect customers)• External and internal communications;• Commercial pricing and integration with the overall custody value proposition;• Partner with group support functions (e.g. group tax as risk steward and advisory, legal and compliance);• Drive the product impact assessment / GBAMThe Custody Product Manager will• Be the Custody Product knowledge expert globally, internally and externally, on the topic.• Contribute to a successful design of the product solution, drive the overall profitability of Securities Services, to enhance the client experience.• Grow the overall assets under custody of Securities Services, while promoting digitization, scalability and innovation.• Take a pro-active approach in developing a comprehensive understanding of the development of the global securities services market.Represent externally and internally with authority in matters relating to Custody. This will include amongst other clients, regulators, advisers etc.Knowledge & Experience / Qualifications• Experience in custody and securities services.• Experience working with Commercial owner.• Defining the product offering.• Experience in product management, development and risk management.• Proven track record in driving innovation and demonstrating thought leadership.• Knowledge of global market infrastructure.• Strategic and creative thinker.• Result oriented, able to drive 'think client' and 'think P&L' approach within defined risk parameters.• Able to manage a complex and multi-disciplinary global environment ('building bridges').• Strong leadership qualities of decision making, authority and people motivator.• Good communicator, both verbally and in writing.• Able to work in pressurized environment and manage priorities effectively and be a good team player at the same time.Major Challenges:• Expert knowledge of our custody services, including in-depth knowledge of Asset Servicing, CSDR, UMR, Custody.• Multi jurisdiction reach of the role demand credible ability to operate across and with all Securities Services markets.• Strong analytical skills, ability to navigate the unknowns, resilience, focus and expertise, ability to deliver under pressure.• Confidence to represent Securities Services externally with senior clients, prospects, market influencers, etc.Strategic Development• Contribute towards the development and execution of the Custody vision and strategy on the basis of 4 key principles, e.g. growth, innovation, scalability and digitization.• Drive activities which will further increase the profile in the market of as a leading Securities Services provider.• Contribute towards the development and maintenance of the Custody Product Roadmap.• Work with the team, partners, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and direction of the product.Target:• Creation of a Product Vision and Strategy as well as roadmap.• Increase profile in the markets.Business Management• Contribute to the annual product management plan and maintain standard rate cards for the products.• Actively drive a consistent excellent internal and external reputation.• Drive efficiencies to reduce cost and improve profitability of the product.• In cooperation with Product Delivery and Operations develop and maintain a high service quality and a continuous quality improvement plan for our clients.Ensure appropriate organizational structures, systems, procedures and controls are utilized to support the products.Target:• Maintain annual product management plan and standard rate card for the products.Drive and measure efficiency improvements and service quality.Market and Product Management• Contribute towards developing and owning end-to-end operating model for the Custody product. This includes the ownership of the systems infrastructure.• Raise market awareness of as a leading provider of Custody.• Represent Securities Services with authority in dealings with industry bodies, consultants, competitor organizations and appropriate other third parties as well as market infrastructure change initiatives.• Drive delivery of new product insights via multiple channels.Target• Develop and maintain end to end operating model for the full Custody product range.• Raise of market profile.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Tax Product OwnerDuration: 12 MonthPay Rate: CompetitiveLocation: London 8CS ( 2 Days in the office )Interview Process: 2 StagesRole Purpose: Lead the ongoing development / design of the Custody product offering in relation to the EU withholding tax rule changes:• Global impact analysis & requirements;• Custody client & legal impacts;• Internal customer journeys; (direct & indirect customers)• External and internal communications;• Commercial pricing and integration with the overall custody value proposition;• Partner with group support functions (e.g. group tax as risk steward and advisory, legal and compliance);• Drive the product impact assessment / GBAMThe Custody Product Manager will• Be the Custody Product knowledge expert globally, internally and externally, on the topic.• Contribute to a successful design of the product solution, drive the overall profitability of Securities Services, to enhance the client experience.• Grow the overall assets under custody of Securities Services, while promoting digitization, scalability and innovation.• Take a pro-active approach in developing a comprehensive understanding of the development of the global securities services market.Represent externally and internally with authority in matters relating to Custody. This will include amongst other clients, regulators, advisers etc.Knowledge & Experience / Qualifications• Experience in custody and securities services.• Experience working with Commercial owner.• Defining the product offering.• Experience in product management, development and risk management.• Proven track record in driving innovation and demonstrating thought leadership.• Knowledge of global market infrastructure.• Strategic and creative thinker.• Result oriented, able to drive 'think client' and 'think P&L' approach within defined risk parameters.• Able to manage a complex and multi-disciplinary global environment ('building bridges').• Strong leadership qualities of decision making, authority and people motivator.• Good communicator, both verbally and in writing.• Able to work in pressurized environment and manage priorities effectively and be a good team player at the same time.Major Challenges:• Expert knowledge of our custody services, including in-depth knowledge of Asset Servicing, CSDR, UMR, Custody.• Multi jurisdiction reach of the role demand credible ability to operate across and with all Securities Services markets.• Strong analytical skills, ability to navigate the unknowns, resilience, focus and expertise, ability to deliver under pressure.• Confidence to represent Securities Services externally with senior clients, prospects, market influencers, etc.Strategic Development• Contribute towards the development and execution of the Custody vision and strategy on the basis of 4 key principles, e.g. growth, innovation, scalability and digitization.• Drive activities which will further increase the profile in the market of as a leading Securities Services provider.• Contribute towards the development and maintenance of the Custody Product Roadmap.• Work with the team, partners, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and direction of the product.Target:• Creation of a Product Vision and Strategy as well as roadmap.• Increase profile in the markets.Business Management• Contribute to the annual product management plan and maintain standard rate cards for the products.• Actively drive a consistent excellent internal and external reputation.• Drive efficiencies to reduce cost and improve profitability of the product.• In cooperation with Product Delivery and Operations develop and maintain a high service quality and a continuous quality improvement plan for our clients.Ensure appropriate organizational structures, systems, procedures and controls are utilized to support the products.Target:• Maintain annual product management plan and standard rate card for the products.Drive and measure efficiency improvements and service quality.Market and Product Management• Contribute towards developing and owning end-to-end operating model for the Custody product. This includes the ownership of the systems infrastructure.• Raise market awareness of as a leading provider of Custody.• Represent Securities Services with authority in dealings with industry bodies, consultants, competitor organizations and appropriate other third parties as well as market infrastructure change initiatives.• Drive delivery of new product insights via multiple channels.Target• Develop and maintain end to end operating model for the full Custody product range.• Raise of market profile.
Finance Analyst FP&A Location: Denby, Derbyshire Function: Finance Flexible hybrid working , minimum 4 days a week in the office Please note that the internal title for this position will be Senior Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis About us: Joining the team at SC Johnson Professional makes you part of a family company with a deep history in the professional market as a leading manufacturer of skin care, cleaning and hygiene products and smart technologies. We re a team of more than 1,000 employees across five continents providing solutions to healthcare, industrial and institutional markets across the world. SC Johnson Professional is a business unit within SC Johnson, a family-owned and led company and leading manufacturer of quality, trusted products since 1886. About the Finance Analyst FP&A role: As our Finance Analyst FP&A , you will drive excellence in commercial Finance execution. You will also work in collaboration with SCJ s Share Service Center (SSC), ensuring that financial accounting processes and associated information flows are executed flawlessly. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic Finance team within an international matrix organization. You will also work closely with the commercial teams in the UK and Scandinavian markets to deliver profitable growth for the business. The key responsibilities of our Finance Analyst FP&A will include: Managing the commercial month-end closing & management reporting processes Calculating customer rebate accruals and inventory provisions Analysing key P&L variances of actual results vs budget and last year Performing profit margin analysis Presenting the financial results and key KPI to sales teams in the UK & Scandinavia & distribute relevant reports to key stakeholders Supporting the Associate Manager, FP&A in the commercial Budget & Forecasting processes Previous experience / knowledge required of our Finance Analyst FP&A: Previous experience in working in a controlling / financial planning & analysis role, ideally obtained in a multinational company Strong business understanding - ability to understand value drivers without getting lost in the details of numbers Proven analytical skills & superior financial acumen Competencies, behaviors and aptitudes required of our Finance Analyst FP&A: Driven and passionate about delivering results Ability to prioritise activities - able to deliver without getting distracted Willingly takes ownership of problems and opportunities We believe Inclusion and Diversity is more than a program. We embed inclusive practices in our day-to-day work, the way we relate to our colleagues, collaborate and make decisions. We value the collective richness of the differences people bring to the organization, including style, personality, thoughts, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and disability that enables all to bring their full contributions to the organization. You need to be eligible to work in the United Kingdom
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Finance Analyst FP&A Location: Denby, Derbyshire Function: Finance Flexible hybrid working , minimum 4 days a week in the office Please note that the internal title for this position will be Senior Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis About us: Joining the team at SC Johnson Professional makes you part of a family company with a deep history in the professional market as a leading manufacturer of skin care, cleaning and hygiene products and smart technologies. We re a team of more than 1,000 employees across five continents providing solutions to healthcare, industrial and institutional markets across the world. SC Johnson Professional is a business unit within SC Johnson, a family-owned and led company and leading manufacturer of quality, trusted products since 1886. About the Finance Analyst FP&A role: As our Finance Analyst FP&A , you will drive excellence in commercial Finance execution. You will also work in collaboration with SCJ s Share Service Center (SSC), ensuring that financial accounting processes and associated information flows are executed flawlessly. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic Finance team within an international matrix organization. You will also work closely with the commercial teams in the UK and Scandinavian markets to deliver profitable growth for the business. The key responsibilities of our Finance Analyst FP&A will include: Managing the commercial month-end closing & management reporting processes Calculating customer rebate accruals and inventory provisions Analysing key P&L variances of actual results vs budget and last year Performing profit margin analysis Presenting the financial results and key KPI to sales teams in the UK & Scandinavia & distribute relevant reports to key stakeholders Supporting the Associate Manager, FP&A in the commercial Budget & Forecasting processes Previous experience / knowledge required of our Finance Analyst FP&A: Previous experience in working in a controlling / financial planning & analysis role, ideally obtained in a multinational company Strong business understanding - ability to understand value drivers without getting lost in the details of numbers Proven analytical skills & superior financial acumen Competencies, behaviors and aptitudes required of our Finance Analyst FP&A: Driven and passionate about delivering results Ability to prioritise activities - able to deliver without getting distracted Willingly takes ownership of problems and opportunities We believe Inclusion and Diversity is more than a program. We embed inclusive practices in our day-to-day work, the way we relate to our colleagues, collaborate and make decisions. We value the collective richness of the differences people bring to the organization, including style, personality, thoughts, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and disability that enables all to bring their full contributions to the organization. You need to be eligible to work in the United Kingdom
Conrad Consulting have a brand-new vacancy available for a recently Qualified Architect; ideally that has qualified and registered to the ARB within the last 2 years. We're recruiting on behalf of a renowned, leading Architectural practice that operate from modern office space in the heart of Manchester's bustling Architectural scene. They are looking to further expand their Manchester studio in order to manager a significant increase in newly commissioned schemes within Manchester itself and across the North of England. This new hire will join the company structure in either a supporting role or overseeing your own small schemes; working closely with the Associate & Director Architects of the business. As your role here progresses you will be given greater autonomy and given access to bigger and more complex projects. Typically, projects tend to fall within the following sectors: Higher Education, Commercial, Residential and Residential. Applicants that are able to demonstrate experience in these areas will be viewed upon favourably. In order to assess your suitability to this role, please review the criteria listed below and match them against your experience: ARB/RIBA Architect - Ideally qualified in the last 2 years (More/Less will be considered). REVIT & AutoCAD experience is essential for this role. Residential, Education, Commercial or Residential-sector experience preferred. Ability to meet strict deadlines. Ability to work independently or as part of a larger team. Excellent communication skills (Both written and verbal). This office is situated within easy walking distance of Manchester's central Train & Tram stations and offers a buoyant atmosphere where individuals can thrive. A position here can be whatever you make of it. Progression through to Senior Architect level is a real possibility upon successful completion of the current workload. Salary: 33,000 - 36,000 per annum We are currently shortlisting for this role with immediate interview available for suitable applicants. Please send your CV & portfolio through to Will using the contact details attached.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Conrad Consulting have a brand-new vacancy available for a recently Qualified Architect; ideally that has qualified and registered to the ARB within the last 2 years. We're recruiting on behalf of a renowned, leading Architectural practice that operate from modern office space in the heart of Manchester's bustling Architectural scene. They are looking to further expand their Manchester studio in order to manager a significant increase in newly commissioned schemes within Manchester itself and across the North of England. This new hire will join the company structure in either a supporting role or overseeing your own small schemes; working closely with the Associate & Director Architects of the business. As your role here progresses you will be given greater autonomy and given access to bigger and more complex projects. Typically, projects tend to fall within the following sectors: Higher Education, Commercial, Residential and Residential. Applicants that are able to demonstrate experience in these areas will be viewed upon favourably. In order to assess your suitability to this role, please review the criteria listed below and match them against your experience: ARB/RIBA Architect - Ideally qualified in the last 2 years (More/Less will be considered). REVIT & AutoCAD experience is essential for this role. Residential, Education, Commercial or Residential-sector experience preferred. Ability to meet strict deadlines. Ability to work independently or as part of a larger team. Excellent communication skills (Both written and verbal). This office is situated within easy walking distance of Manchester's central Train & Tram stations and offers a buoyant atmosphere where individuals can thrive. A position here can be whatever you make of it. Progression through to Senior Architect level is a real possibility upon successful completion of the current workload. Salary: 33,000 - 36,000 per annum We are currently shortlisting for this role with immediate interview available for suitable applicants. Please send your CV & portfolio through to Will using the contact details attached.
ROLE PURPOSE The role of Projects Director is to deliver strategic goals whilst leading and managing a team including Operations Managers, Project managers, supervisors, operatives and sub-contractors in delivering a number of concurrent projects nationally for a key client. The Projects Director will be responsible for ensuring that all projects are commercially managed in a professional and proactive manner to protect and enhance the profitability of our projects department. As the Senior operational lead for your account, you will have extensive experience in delivering projects and be comfortable managing several team members, client stakeholders and supply chain. You will have strong client engagement and relationship attributes and previous experience in a senior leadership role with a national account or large team. You will set and deliver strategic goals and constantly look for improvements and innovations in our delivery methods, timescales and processes. This is a key role providing support to the project delivery teams and ensuring that company processes and ethos is delivered consistently. ACCOUNTABILITIES Has a good knowledge of and adheres to the Company's Policies and Procedures, ICDL and other governance To ensure all projects are delivered successfully, on time and within budget. To oversee the line management of a team of project managers, supervisors, operatives & sub-contractors delivering project works to our clients To hold regular reviews (PRMs) on each project to ensure programme, cost, quality and safety are controlled in line with the business expectations To ensure a high level of service is delivered and develop relationships with key stakeholder clients to encourage repeat business and long term strategic frameworks To assist and develop new opportunities with existing and new clients in line with the business strategy to focus on predominantly end user clients To ensure compliance with all Integral group policies and procedures To deliver financial targets to meet established objectives, this will include the reporting of financial status with the support of the Commercial team To lead the relevant project teams to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures including Health & Safety, Quality Assurance and Engineering standards. To ensure works are carried out to high standard complying with relevant British Standards and codes of practice. To provide support for the Business Estimating and QS Function as required. To manage the provision of technical support to the contract. To obtain and support the training for staff and operatives To carry out staff appraisals for direct reports setting out training and development programs as required. Maintain a close working relationship with Commercial, Engineering, Estimating / Work Winning and Support teams. Assist in final contract negotiations prior to contract award (including such matters as commercial and engineering matters) Provide engineering support as necessary to the business should workload demand in other areas or other new works. To take responsibility for the overall performance of your team. To develop customer relationships and provide excellent customer service. All employees are required to fulfil their legal duty to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts and omissions, and to follow all guidance and instructions given in this respect. Further details regarding Health & Safety responsibilities are set out in the Health & Safety Policy. Identify and share innovations from across the business, including the latest installation techniques and lessons learnt PERSONAL QUALITIES AND EXPERIENCE Build positive relationships with the team and stakeholders Communicate using appropriate styles, methods Role model enthusiasm and energy about your work and encourages others to do the same. Demonstrate resourcefulness when acquiring additional expertise. Use tact and diplomacy to exchange information and handle sensitive issues. Project a professional and positive demeanour with colleagues, clients and their customers. Ability to clearly communicate work tasks and win the commitment of others to achieving high levels of operational performance. The following qualities/experience are desirable: Computer literate IT skills, Proficient in Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint Strong educational background within building services Leadership experience combined with good construction technical knowledge A proven track record of delivery Strong business acumen managing an account with c£20m annual revenue Experience managing multiple projects with diverse scope of works. Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills Knowledge and skills to effectively problem solve High level of self-motivation, organisational ability and drive to meet deadlines Commercial and financial Aptitude. Negotiation skills. Proven accounts and financial management track record
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
ROLE PURPOSE The role of Projects Director is to deliver strategic goals whilst leading and managing a team including Operations Managers, Project managers, supervisors, operatives and sub-contractors in delivering a number of concurrent projects nationally for a key client. The Projects Director will be responsible for ensuring that all projects are commercially managed in a professional and proactive manner to protect and enhance the profitability of our projects department. As the Senior operational lead for your account, you will have extensive experience in delivering projects and be comfortable managing several team members, client stakeholders and supply chain. You will have strong client engagement and relationship attributes and previous experience in a senior leadership role with a national account or large team. You will set and deliver strategic goals and constantly look for improvements and innovations in our delivery methods, timescales and processes. This is a key role providing support to the project delivery teams and ensuring that company processes and ethos is delivered consistently. ACCOUNTABILITIES Has a good knowledge of and adheres to the Company's Policies and Procedures, ICDL and other governance To ensure all projects are delivered successfully, on time and within budget. To oversee the line management of a team of project managers, supervisors, operatives & sub-contractors delivering project works to our clients To hold regular reviews (PRMs) on each project to ensure programme, cost, quality and safety are controlled in line with the business expectations To ensure a high level of service is delivered and develop relationships with key stakeholder clients to encourage repeat business and long term strategic frameworks To assist and develop new opportunities with existing and new clients in line with the business strategy to focus on predominantly end user clients To ensure compliance with all Integral group policies and procedures To deliver financial targets to meet established objectives, this will include the reporting of financial status with the support of the Commercial team To lead the relevant project teams to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures including Health & Safety, Quality Assurance and Engineering standards. To ensure works are carried out to high standard complying with relevant British Standards and codes of practice. To provide support for the Business Estimating and QS Function as required. To manage the provision of technical support to the contract. To obtain and support the training for staff and operatives To carry out staff appraisals for direct reports setting out training and development programs as required. Maintain a close working relationship with Commercial, Engineering, Estimating / Work Winning and Support teams. Assist in final contract negotiations prior to contract award (including such matters as commercial and engineering matters) Provide engineering support as necessary to the business should workload demand in other areas or other new works. To take responsibility for the overall performance of your team. To develop customer relationships and provide excellent customer service. All employees are required to fulfil their legal duty to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts and omissions, and to follow all guidance and instructions given in this respect. Further details regarding Health & Safety responsibilities are set out in the Health & Safety Policy. Identify and share innovations from across the business, including the latest installation techniques and lessons learnt PERSONAL QUALITIES AND EXPERIENCE Build positive relationships with the team and stakeholders Communicate using appropriate styles, methods Role model enthusiasm and energy about your work and encourages others to do the same. Demonstrate resourcefulness when acquiring additional expertise. Use tact and diplomacy to exchange information and handle sensitive issues. Project a professional and positive demeanour with colleagues, clients and their customers. Ability to clearly communicate work tasks and win the commitment of others to achieving high levels of operational performance. The following qualities/experience are desirable: Computer literate IT skills, Proficient in Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint Strong educational background within building services Leadership experience combined with good construction technical knowledge A proven track record of delivery Strong business acumen managing an account with c£20m annual revenue Experience managing multiple projects with diverse scope of works. Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills Knowledge and skills to effectively problem solve High level of self-motivation, organisational ability and drive to meet deadlines Commercial and financial Aptitude. Negotiation skills. Proven accounts and financial management track record
Role: Senior Analyst Smart Grids Location: Gloucestershire (flexible working available) Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 + Pension The company My client is one of the most recognised developers of renewable energy & storage projects within the UK, having developed over 2GW of power within the Solar PV and Onshore wind markets alone. Their growth plan is aligned to the development of future technologies to support the UK s target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 2023. About The Role Reporting to the Technical Delivery Manager, this role will play a lead part in helping maximise the profitability of Smart Grid (SG) managed assets, through oversight and development of the algorithms deployed within our automated trading platform. This in house developed platform (aka Virtual Power Plant or VPP) controls action on those assets, according to their individual flexibility potential and the revenue opportunities presented across multiple markets for flexibility and trading. The role will necessitate a thorough understanding of the dynamics of both short-term energy trading markets and alternative revenue streams available through grid services, Frequency Response, or Balancing Reserve. Hence recognising how and where these streams can be combined to target an optimal portfolio of trades that is tailored to each of the SG managed assets and implementing pricing and auction bidding strategies in order to successfully acquire the desired target portfolio at minimum cost. Working alongside the senior data scientist and other team members, the post holder will need to be sufficiently confident to direct material improvements to the environment as well as providing input into the platform future development especially with regards to managing evolving profitability trends and the potential from future trading market growth. The Smart Grids Team are responsible for the development of an asset flexibility platform, whether that is the optimisation of energy storage revenues, aligning Power Purchase Agreements for flexible renewable generation or load shifting for our business and domestic customers so as to avoid costs and maybe help our trading portfolio of renewable assets at the same time. Core Responsibilities Senior role in helping develop a best in class optimisation model for controllable flexible assets (Batteries, Solar, Wind, against available income streams. Work with Data Analysis team on developing state of the art auction theory to bid assets into the day ahead various markets, mindful of stacking constraints caused by mutually exclusive revenue streams. About You Have an innate curiosity, a tendency to be discerning and a natural interest in the space. Are comfortable communicating (verbal and written) to different audiences (e.g. technical and non-technical) Ability to manage and understand trading positions. Ability to provide actionable insight from complex data. Strong analytical, theoretical and numeric skills Experience in the Energy Industry. Python user or similar Degree in a numerate subject, or a proven track record of quantitative and qualitative analytical abilities, ideally in a commercial setting Desirable additional skills and experience Experience programming and developing optimisation techniques. Experience of modelling distributed energy resources such as energy storage Experience using SQL is advantageous Experience using AWS or other cloud services Strong initiative and the ability to take the lead on projects. Experience using REST APIs to read and post data. Ability to mentor/coach more junior team members
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Role: Senior Analyst Smart Grids Location: Gloucestershire (flexible working available) Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 + Pension The company My client is one of the most recognised developers of renewable energy & storage projects within the UK, having developed over 2GW of power within the Solar PV and Onshore wind markets alone. Their growth plan is aligned to the development of future technologies to support the UK s target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 2023. About The Role Reporting to the Technical Delivery Manager, this role will play a lead part in helping maximise the profitability of Smart Grid (SG) managed assets, through oversight and development of the algorithms deployed within our automated trading platform. This in house developed platform (aka Virtual Power Plant or VPP) controls action on those assets, according to their individual flexibility potential and the revenue opportunities presented across multiple markets for flexibility and trading. The role will necessitate a thorough understanding of the dynamics of both short-term energy trading markets and alternative revenue streams available through grid services, Frequency Response, or Balancing Reserve. Hence recognising how and where these streams can be combined to target an optimal portfolio of trades that is tailored to each of the SG managed assets and implementing pricing and auction bidding strategies in order to successfully acquire the desired target portfolio at minimum cost. Working alongside the senior data scientist and other team members, the post holder will need to be sufficiently confident to direct material improvements to the environment as well as providing input into the platform future development especially with regards to managing evolving profitability trends and the potential from future trading market growth. The Smart Grids Team are responsible for the development of an asset flexibility platform, whether that is the optimisation of energy storage revenues, aligning Power Purchase Agreements for flexible renewable generation or load shifting for our business and domestic customers so as to avoid costs and maybe help our trading portfolio of renewable assets at the same time. Core Responsibilities Senior role in helping develop a best in class optimisation model for controllable flexible assets (Batteries, Solar, Wind, against available income streams. Work with Data Analysis team on developing state of the art auction theory to bid assets into the day ahead various markets, mindful of stacking constraints caused by mutually exclusive revenue streams. About You Have an innate curiosity, a tendency to be discerning and a natural interest in the space. Are comfortable communicating (verbal and written) to different audiences (e.g. technical and non-technical) Ability to manage and understand trading positions. Ability to provide actionable insight from complex data. Strong analytical, theoretical and numeric skills Experience in the Energy Industry. Python user or similar Degree in a numerate subject, or a proven track record of quantitative and qualitative analytical abilities, ideally in a commercial setting Desirable additional skills and experience Experience programming and developing optimisation techniques. Experience of modelling distributed energy resources such as energy storage Experience using SQL is advantageous Experience using AWS or other cloud services Strong initiative and the ability to take the lead on projects. Experience using REST APIs to read and post data. Ability to mentor/coach more junior team members
About Us: At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field from data, technology, customer care and auto repair, to HR, finance, and procurement, we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. Our Group Internal Audit function is the central office of impartial accountability. Delving deep into our operations and how we serve our customers, they navigate complex landscapes to ensure compliance and ethical standards, playing a vital role in maintaining the trust our customers and stakeholders place in us. Continuously evolving methods of safeguarding our organisation, they ensure that our commitment to excellence is unwavering. The Role: We are seeking an experienced Audit Manager with expertise in the Insurance domain to join our dynamic Group Audit (GA) function. Reporting to our Audit Director for Insurance, you will play a crucial role in leading and delivering assigned audits across Pricing, Underwriting, Reserving, Reinsurance and Claims ; ensuring that technical expertise, commercial awareness, and business acumen are integrated into audit planning and reporting. What You'll be Doing: Lead and deliver audit assignments within your specialist domain (Insurance), ensuring assurance on key risk management, control, and governance processes. Collaborate with Senior Audit Managers to establish impactful relationships with business management, aligning assurance activity with inherent risks and strategic agendas. Ensure accountability for delivering high-quality audit work in accordance with GA standards and professional best practice. Supporting the GA leadership team in delivering a reliable periodic opinion on the adequacy, effectiveness, and sustainability of key risk management, control, and governance processes. Contribute to strategic improvements within GA and support audit team colleagues in their performance and development. What We're Looking For: Insurance expertise is essential, along with the ability to lead and undertake audits. You'll have a grasp of the unique challenges, risks and controls within your domain, as well as understanding the applicable laws and regulations which impact its processes. You'll need to collaborate effectively with internal business leaders and their colleagues, so good communication and relationship management skills are important too. If you are an audit professional with a passion for driving excellence in the Insurance domain, apply today and become a key player in our GA function. Lets bring on your best. Ways of Working Our hybrid model way of working offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office-working, offering flexibility for everyone. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but most colleagues are in 2 days a week, and we'll consider the flexible working options that work best for you. Read our flexible working approach here Benefits We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle: 9% employer contributed pension, which you can take as cash if you want 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Annual bonus of up to 10% EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way. 25-28 days annual leave Buy as you earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Plus many more Being yourself Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We're delighted to feature as one of the UK's Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you. Collectively we help every business within our group aim higher. Standing shoulder-to-shoulder to stand out in the market, we want to be an insurance company of the future. And with so many areas to choose from, your ambitions are welcome here. See your opportunity to start a career that's varied, distinct and exciting. Visit Together we're one of a kind.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
About Us: At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field from data, technology, customer care and auto repair, to HR, finance, and procurement, we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. Our Group Internal Audit function is the central office of impartial accountability. Delving deep into our operations and how we serve our customers, they navigate complex landscapes to ensure compliance and ethical standards, playing a vital role in maintaining the trust our customers and stakeholders place in us. Continuously evolving methods of safeguarding our organisation, they ensure that our commitment to excellence is unwavering. The Role: We are seeking an experienced Audit Manager with expertise in the Insurance domain to join our dynamic Group Audit (GA) function. Reporting to our Audit Director for Insurance, you will play a crucial role in leading and delivering assigned audits across Pricing, Underwriting, Reserving, Reinsurance and Claims ; ensuring that technical expertise, commercial awareness, and business acumen are integrated into audit planning and reporting. What You'll be Doing: Lead and deliver audit assignments within your specialist domain (Insurance), ensuring assurance on key risk management, control, and governance processes. Collaborate with Senior Audit Managers to establish impactful relationships with business management, aligning assurance activity with inherent risks and strategic agendas. Ensure accountability for delivering high-quality audit work in accordance with GA standards and professional best practice. Supporting the GA leadership team in delivering a reliable periodic opinion on the adequacy, effectiveness, and sustainability of key risk management, control, and governance processes. Contribute to strategic improvements within GA and support audit team colleagues in their performance and development. What We're Looking For: Insurance expertise is essential, along with the ability to lead and undertake audits. You'll have a grasp of the unique challenges, risks and controls within your domain, as well as understanding the applicable laws and regulations which impact its processes. You'll need to collaborate effectively with internal business leaders and their colleagues, so good communication and relationship management skills are important too. If you are an audit professional with a passion for driving excellence in the Insurance domain, apply today and become a key player in our GA function. Lets bring on your best. Ways of Working Our hybrid model way of working offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office-working, offering flexibility for everyone. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but most colleagues are in 2 days a week, and we'll consider the flexible working options that work best for you. Read our flexible working approach here Benefits We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle: 9% employer contributed pension, which you can take as cash if you want 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Annual bonus of up to 10% EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way. 25-28 days annual leave Buy as you earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Plus many more Being yourself Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We're delighted to feature as one of the UK's Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you. Collectively we help every business within our group aim higher. Standing shoulder-to-shoulder to stand out in the market, we want to be an insurance company of the future. And with so many areas to choose from, your ambitions are welcome here. See your opportunity to start a career that's varied, distinct and exciting. Visit Together we're one of a kind.
Introduction Saab UK is a British company that is part of Saab Group's global high-technology operations. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space and civil security. In the UK we bring together the best of Swedish and British innovation and engineering to provide our customers with products and solutions that push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. Our mission is to help our customers to keep people and society safe. Our Saab UK business is going through a period of rapid growth, this means that we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK Ltd combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation. Across the country we have seven principle sites which focus on software engineering, underwater robotics, training services and radars. Globally we number over 22,000 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and we reinvest a high proportion of our earnings in internal research and development. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge - to make the world a safer place. Saab is a company with opportunities, a company where we see diversity as an asset and where you have both considerable responsibility as well as good opportunities for advancing in your career. Additionally, Saab is a company that respects each person's needs for a rewarding life beyond work. Job Purpose: The Strategic Buyer plays a crucial role in guiding the company in sourcing products that align with strategic goals and objectives. They will build a deep understanding of specific commodity groups and will provide recommendations on best practices for supply chain management. Working closely with various departments such as Engineering, Project Management, and Manufacturing, the Strategic Buyer will ensure a timely and efficient flow of materials to support projects and manufacturing schedules. Responsibilities include identifying preferred suppliers, submitting RFQs, analysing bids, and placing purchase orders within budget constraints. This position is a key member of the Strategic Purchasing team. Job Specific accountabilities and responsibilities: Act as the Strategic Purchasing representative for project teams, working as an integral part of project work groups from the initial stages of development, to guide and support Project/Engineering decisions commercially. Identify purchasing requirements and highlight supply risks. Work closely with Engineering and Project Management to identify supplier risks and manage mitigating actions to ensure commercially viable continuity of supply throughout the project and product life cycle. Maintain the programme BoMs with purchasing information to ensure all parts are dealt with in a timely manner; drive in conjunction with engineering the drawing release process with dates to maintain project timings Work with the programme team (Engineering, Quality) to communicate & improve, as required, delivery dates for project phases. Identify potential new suppliers and head up commercial activities throughout the supplier selection process. Strong supplier relationship management, developing a competent network of capable suppliers and partners to support a dynamic, agile and lean environment Negotiate contractual terms with suppliers as required; support the implementation of Long Term Agreements (LTA) for strategic commodity groups Oversee the activities required to formally hand over the day to day management of suppliers to the Manufacturing organisation in line with business processes. Identify Supplier cost savings including VA (Value Added) & VE (Value Engineering) initiatives Support the ongoing development of the supply chain strategy. Support other members of the Strategic Purchasing team when required. Required Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; A critical thinker and problem solver; Reliable & Flexible in their approach; Procurement experience as a Buyer or Senior Buyer preferably within a Supply Chain function; Proven ability to self-manage & deliver on time to budget; Experienced in managing, interpreting and analysing purchasing data with good PC skills. Confident with use of MRP systems and Microsoft office (Excel & PowerPoint); Confident and professional manner in dealing with suppliers and internal customers; CIPS qualified or part qualified an advantage Ability to Travel - UK General accountabilities and responsibilities: To act ethically, with integrity and in the best interest of the business at all times To maintain a professional and supportive relationship with team members and other departments in order to deliver business objectives or deadlines. To carry out any other duties as detailed by a member of the management team or authorized representative. To ensure that the working area is a clean and safe environment in compliance with our Health and Safety policies and to report any potential Health and Safety hazards or violations to your supervisor/ line manager or directly to the QHSE manager.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is a British company that is part of Saab Group's global high-technology operations. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space and civil security. In the UK we bring together the best of Swedish and British innovation and engineering to provide our customers with products and solutions that push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. Our mission is to help our customers to keep people and society safe. Our Saab UK business is going through a period of rapid growth, this means that we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK Ltd combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation. Across the country we have seven principle sites which focus on software engineering, underwater robotics, training services and radars. Globally we number over 22,000 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and we reinvest a high proportion of our earnings in internal research and development. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge - to make the world a safer place. Saab is a company with opportunities, a company where we see diversity as an asset and where you have both considerable responsibility as well as good opportunities for advancing in your career. Additionally, Saab is a company that respects each person's needs for a rewarding life beyond work. Job Purpose: The Strategic Buyer plays a crucial role in guiding the company in sourcing products that align with strategic goals and objectives. They will build a deep understanding of specific commodity groups and will provide recommendations on best practices for supply chain management. Working closely with various departments such as Engineering, Project Management, and Manufacturing, the Strategic Buyer will ensure a timely and efficient flow of materials to support projects and manufacturing schedules. Responsibilities include identifying preferred suppliers, submitting RFQs, analysing bids, and placing purchase orders within budget constraints. This position is a key member of the Strategic Purchasing team. Job Specific accountabilities and responsibilities: Act as the Strategic Purchasing representative for project teams, working as an integral part of project work groups from the initial stages of development, to guide and support Project/Engineering decisions commercially. Identify purchasing requirements and highlight supply risks. Work closely with Engineering and Project Management to identify supplier risks and manage mitigating actions to ensure commercially viable continuity of supply throughout the project and product life cycle. Maintain the programme BoMs with purchasing information to ensure all parts are dealt with in a timely manner; drive in conjunction with engineering the drawing release process with dates to maintain project timings Work with the programme team (Engineering, Quality) to communicate & improve, as required, delivery dates for project phases. Identify potential new suppliers and head up commercial activities throughout the supplier selection process. Strong supplier relationship management, developing a competent network of capable suppliers and partners to support a dynamic, agile and lean environment Negotiate contractual terms with suppliers as required; support the implementation of Long Term Agreements (LTA) for strategic commodity groups Oversee the activities required to formally hand over the day to day management of suppliers to the Manufacturing organisation in line with business processes. Identify Supplier cost savings including VA (Value Added) & VE (Value Engineering) initiatives Support the ongoing development of the supply chain strategy. Support other members of the Strategic Purchasing team when required. Required Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; A critical thinker and problem solver; Reliable & Flexible in their approach; Procurement experience as a Buyer or Senior Buyer preferably within a Supply Chain function; Proven ability to self-manage & deliver on time to budget; Experienced in managing, interpreting and analysing purchasing data with good PC skills. Confident with use of MRP systems and Microsoft office (Excel & PowerPoint); Confident and professional manner in dealing with suppliers and internal customers; CIPS qualified or part qualified an advantage Ability to Travel - UK General accountabilities and responsibilities: To act ethically, with integrity and in the best interest of the business at all times To maintain a professional and supportive relationship with team members and other departments in order to deliver business objectives or deadlines. To carry out any other duties as detailed by a member of the management team or authorized representative. To ensure that the working area is a clean and safe environment in compliance with our Health and Safety policies and to report any potential Health and Safety hazards or violations to your supervisor/ line manager or directly to the QHSE manager.
M&E Planner Building Services M&E Planner required for a reputable well established building services contractorin Leeds We seek an experienced M&E Planner someone who has experience primarily working on building services projects across Yorkshire This is a new position working on commercial projects varying in value. The ideal M&E Planner will have experience/knowledge of building services and someone who can work well in a team environment. Ideally you will have planning and management qualifications and/or a HNC/HND or Degree in a building services or equivalent. Or a balanced M&E career. Key objectives of this role as an M&E Planner you will be to fully support the estimating process and deliver method logic pre-construction & construction plans. You will be expected to work in close conjunction with construction delivery teams to produce cost effective programmes and details for project monitoring, assessments and successful delivery. It is essential that you have experience in the use of Asta Power Project Software. AS an M&E Planner you will be responsible for: All planning of projects within the estimating process Provide a planning service to the Project Teams Providing planning reports for Senior Construction & Commercial Managers Attend & engage in client meetings and be able to present at all levels Clarifying issues on-site Ensuring that the engineering department is updated with the planning service This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of an expanding M&E division and part of an organisation with an exceptional reputation UK wide Benefits £70 - £75k + full package car / allowance Extensive benefits This is a new position working on commercial projects varying in value. The ideal M&E Planner will have experience/knowledge of building services and someone who can work well in a team environment. Ideally you will have planning and management qualifications and/or a HNC/HND or Degree in a building services or equivalent. Or a balanced M&E career as a Planner Key objectives of this role as an M&E Planner you will be to fully support the estimating process and deliver method logic pre-construction & construction plans. You will be expected to work in close conjunction with construction delivery teams to produce cost effective programmes and details for project monitoring, assessments and successful delivery. It is essential that you have experience in the use of Asta Power Project Software. AS an M&E Planner you will be responsible for: All planning of projects within the estimating process Provide a planning service to the Project Teams Providing planning reports for Senior Construction & Commercial Managers Attend & engage in client meetings and be able to present at all levels Clarifying issues on-site Ensuring that the engineering department is updated with the planning service This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of an expanding M&E division and part of an organisation with an exceptional reputation UK wide Benefits £70 - £75k + full package Car / allowance Extensive benefits
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
M&E Planner Building Services M&E Planner required for a reputable well established building services contractorin Leeds We seek an experienced M&E Planner someone who has experience primarily working on building services projects across Yorkshire This is a new position working on commercial projects varying in value. The ideal M&E Planner will have experience/knowledge of building services and someone who can work well in a team environment. Ideally you will have planning and management qualifications and/or a HNC/HND or Degree in a building services or equivalent. Or a balanced M&E career. Key objectives of this role as an M&E Planner you will be to fully support the estimating process and deliver method logic pre-construction & construction plans. You will be expected to work in close conjunction with construction delivery teams to produce cost effective programmes and details for project monitoring, assessments and successful delivery. It is essential that you have experience in the use of Asta Power Project Software. AS an M&E Planner you will be responsible for: All planning of projects within the estimating process Provide a planning service to the Project Teams Providing planning reports for Senior Construction & Commercial Managers Attend & engage in client meetings and be able to present at all levels Clarifying issues on-site Ensuring that the engineering department is updated with the planning service This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of an expanding M&E division and part of an organisation with an exceptional reputation UK wide Benefits £70 - £75k + full package car / allowance Extensive benefits This is a new position working on commercial projects varying in value. The ideal M&E Planner will have experience/knowledge of building services and someone who can work well in a team environment. Ideally you will have planning and management qualifications and/or a HNC/HND or Degree in a building services or equivalent. Or a balanced M&E career as a Planner Key objectives of this role as an M&E Planner you will be to fully support the estimating process and deliver method logic pre-construction & construction plans. You will be expected to work in close conjunction with construction delivery teams to produce cost effective programmes and details for project monitoring, assessments and successful delivery. It is essential that you have experience in the use of Asta Power Project Software. AS an M&E Planner you will be responsible for: All planning of projects within the estimating process Provide a planning service to the Project Teams Providing planning reports for Senior Construction & Commercial Managers Attend & engage in client meetings and be able to present at all levels Clarifying issues on-site Ensuring that the engineering department is updated with the planning service This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of an expanding M&E division and part of an organisation with an exceptional reputation UK wide Benefits £70 - £75k + full package Car / allowance Extensive benefits
Zilch is a payment tech company on a mission to create the most empowering way to pay for anything, anywhere. Combining the best of debit, credit and savings, we give our customers the option to earn instant cashback or spread the cost of pricier purchases, completely interest free and with no late fees. Pretty great, right? We've already done big things since launching in the UK in 2020. In our first 24 months, we gained a huge 3 million customers. And just 14 months into our journey, we earned double-unicorn status - the fastest company in Europe to do so bragging-not-bragging There are some exciting projects coming up and we've got big growth plans. Want to join us? About the role: The Senior People Partner at Zilch is a strategic and hands-on role responsible for managing various aspects of the employee lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with the People team, management, and cross-functional departments to develop and implement People programs and initiatives that align with our company's values, goals, and overall vision. As a trusted advisor, you will act as a bridge between employees and management, promoting an engaging, inclusive, and high-performing work environment. Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Employee Relations: Foster positive working relationships by providing support and guidance to employees and managers on a wide range of People-related matters, including performance management, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation. Performance Management: Support the performance evaluation process by providing coaching to managers on performance feedback, goal setting, and development plans for their teams. Learning and Development: Identify training needs and work with the Learning and Development team to implement effective learning initiatives and employee development programs. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Champion diversity and inclusion efforts within the organisation, promoting a culture that embraces different perspectives and backgrounds. Employee Engagement: Implement strategies to enhance employee engagement and job satisfaction, conducting surveys, analysing feedback, and recommending action plans. Compensation and Benefits: Collaborate with the People team and management on compensation planning, ensuring market competitiveness and fairness across the organisation. People Policy and Compliance: Stay up to date with employment laws and regulations, ensuring that the company's People policies and practices comply with legal requirements. Employee Communications: Facilitate effective communication between employees and management, providing regular updates on company news, changes, and initiatives. Employee Relations Cases: Handling end to end ER cases including disciplinaries, grievances, investigations, suspension, and dismissals. Complex Requests: Managing complex flexible working requests, reasonable adjustments, internal transfers and out of cycle changes. Risk assessment: Assessing and identifying the legal and commercial risks to the business in all practices. Compliance: Ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, CIPD and Acas guidelines. Partnering: Partnering with senior stakeholders and managers to understand their business areas and adding value with advice and operations. Working planning: Workforce planning and advising on resource management. Understanding budgets, costs and forecasts. Consistency & Fairness: Ensuring consistency and fair practices across the company. Projects: Leading companywide and people projects as assigned by your line manager. Other: Other work as reasonably required. What we're looking for: Required • Proven experience as a People Generalist, People Business Partner, or similar role, preferably in a fast-paced tech or startup environment. • Strong knowledge of People best practices, employment laws, and industry trends. • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills. • Demonstrated ability to build trust, influence, and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels. • High level of empathy, cultural awareness, and commitment to diversity and inclusion. • Proficiency with HRIS and other People-related tools and systems • Strategic thinker with commercial and hands-on approach to problem-solving • CIPD level 3 or 5 complete Preferred • Bachelor's degree in HR/People Management, Social Science or a related field. What we offer: Compensation & Savings Pension scheme - 5% employee contribution and 3% employer contribution Death in Service scheme - 3x your annual basic salary to nominated beneficiaries Income Protection - up to 75% of annual basic salary to cover long term injury or illness Private Medical Insurance including; GP consultations (video, telephone or face-to-face) Prescribed medication In-patient, day-patient and out-patient care Mental health support Physiotherapy Advanced cancer cover Employee Assistance Programme including Unlimited mental health sessions 24/7 remote GP & physiotherapy 24/7 helpline for emotional & practical support Savings & discounts on everyday shopping 1:1 personalised wellbeing consultations Family Friendly Policies Enhanced maternity pay Enhanced paternity pay Enhanced adoption pay 5% cashback in Zilch rewards on purchases through the app £200 Zilch rewards bonus for WFH set up Learning & Development Professional Qualifications Professional Memberships Learning Suite for e-courses Internal Training Programmes FCA & Regulatory training Hybrid Working 3 days in office Casual dress code Work related social events Free fruit, snacks, and refreshments in the office Zilch is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates. To apply for this role, please submit your CV along with a cover letter. We acknowledge receipt of your resume for a position at Zilch and we appreciate your interest in joining our business. We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications meet our requirements. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue to the next stage of the recruitment process. We wish you every success. Zilch Technology is an equal opportunities employer and we encourage all applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Apply for this Job
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Zilch is a payment tech company on a mission to create the most empowering way to pay for anything, anywhere. Combining the best of debit, credit and savings, we give our customers the option to earn instant cashback or spread the cost of pricier purchases, completely interest free and with no late fees. Pretty great, right? We've already done big things since launching in the UK in 2020. In our first 24 months, we gained a huge 3 million customers. And just 14 months into our journey, we earned double-unicorn status - the fastest company in Europe to do so bragging-not-bragging There are some exciting projects coming up and we've got big growth plans. Want to join us? About the role: The Senior People Partner at Zilch is a strategic and hands-on role responsible for managing various aspects of the employee lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with the People team, management, and cross-functional departments to develop and implement People programs and initiatives that align with our company's values, goals, and overall vision. As a trusted advisor, you will act as a bridge between employees and management, promoting an engaging, inclusive, and high-performing work environment. Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Employee Relations: Foster positive working relationships by providing support and guidance to employees and managers on a wide range of People-related matters, including performance management, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation. Performance Management: Support the performance evaluation process by providing coaching to managers on performance feedback, goal setting, and development plans for their teams. Learning and Development: Identify training needs and work with the Learning and Development team to implement effective learning initiatives and employee development programs. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Champion diversity and inclusion efforts within the organisation, promoting a culture that embraces different perspectives and backgrounds. Employee Engagement: Implement strategies to enhance employee engagement and job satisfaction, conducting surveys, analysing feedback, and recommending action plans. Compensation and Benefits: Collaborate with the People team and management on compensation planning, ensuring market competitiveness and fairness across the organisation. People Policy and Compliance: Stay up to date with employment laws and regulations, ensuring that the company's People policies and practices comply with legal requirements. Employee Communications: Facilitate effective communication between employees and management, providing regular updates on company news, changes, and initiatives. Employee Relations Cases: Handling end to end ER cases including disciplinaries, grievances, investigations, suspension, and dismissals. Complex Requests: Managing complex flexible working requests, reasonable adjustments, internal transfers and out of cycle changes. Risk assessment: Assessing and identifying the legal and commercial risks to the business in all practices. Compliance: Ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, CIPD and Acas guidelines. Partnering: Partnering with senior stakeholders and managers to understand their business areas and adding value with advice and operations. Working planning: Workforce planning and advising on resource management. Understanding budgets, costs and forecasts. Consistency & Fairness: Ensuring consistency and fair practices across the company. Projects: Leading companywide and people projects as assigned by your line manager. Other: Other work as reasonably required. What we're looking for: Required • Proven experience as a People Generalist, People Business Partner, or similar role, preferably in a fast-paced tech or startup environment. • Strong knowledge of People best practices, employment laws, and industry trends. • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills. • Demonstrated ability to build trust, influence, and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels. • High level of empathy, cultural awareness, and commitment to diversity and inclusion. • Proficiency with HRIS and other People-related tools and systems • Strategic thinker with commercial and hands-on approach to problem-solving • CIPD level 3 or 5 complete Preferred • Bachelor's degree in HR/People Management, Social Science or a related field. What we offer: Compensation & Savings Pension scheme - 5% employee contribution and 3% employer contribution Death in Service scheme - 3x your annual basic salary to nominated beneficiaries Income Protection - up to 75% of annual basic salary to cover long term injury or illness Private Medical Insurance including; GP consultations (video, telephone or face-to-face) Prescribed medication In-patient, day-patient and out-patient care Mental health support Physiotherapy Advanced cancer cover Employee Assistance Programme including Unlimited mental health sessions 24/7 remote GP & physiotherapy 24/7 helpline for emotional & practical support Savings & discounts on everyday shopping 1:1 personalised wellbeing consultations Family Friendly Policies Enhanced maternity pay Enhanced paternity pay Enhanced adoption pay 5% cashback in Zilch rewards on purchases through the app £200 Zilch rewards bonus for WFH set up Learning & Development Professional Qualifications Professional Memberships Learning Suite for e-courses Internal Training Programmes FCA & Regulatory training Hybrid Working 3 days in office Casual dress code Work related social events Free fruit, snacks, and refreshments in the office Zilch is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates. To apply for this role, please submit your CV along with a cover letter. We acknowledge receipt of your resume for a position at Zilch and we appreciate your interest in joining our business. We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications meet our requirements. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue to the next stage of the recruitment process. We wish you every success. Zilch Technology is an equal opportunities employer and we encourage all applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Apply for this Job
Role: Senior iOS Developer Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience Location: Hybrid or Fully Remote 'Write code that will change the world' Are you an experienced developer who wants to use your knowledge and experience to make an impact on a global scale? At 3 Sided Cube, we don't just build apps, we use Tech for Good and build life-changing solutions that make a real difference. We're looking for a senior iOS developer who is dedicated to creating innovative and user-friendly applications, and who is continuously looking at ways to improve what we do and the way we do it to ensure the products we create are consistently high quality and deliver meaningful impact to those around the Globe A little bit about us 3 Sided Cube is a multi-award winning Digital Agency based near the beach in sunny Bournemouth, with a particular passion for building technology for good to change millions of lives for the better. Be it life-saving, life-changing or problem-solving, we champion the genius over the generic and have worked with some amazing charities and organisations such as The American Red Cross, the UN, Lush and the RSPB. Our benefits Competitive Compensation: A salary range of £50,000-£60,000 per year, tailored to your expertise. Flexibility at Its Best: Hybrid working or fully remote working options, flexible hours, and a remote working budget of £250 for your ideal home office setup Time to Recharge: 23 days of holiday, with an additional day for each year of service up to 28 days, plus the opportunity to buy up to 5 additional days of leave annually! Invest in Your Growth: A personal development budget of up to £1000 per year for training courses, books, and conferences. Making a Difference: 3 days off every year to volunteer for a 'for good' organisation, plus a birthday donation to a charity of your choice. Wellbeing Support: Fully subsidised counselling services, a Cycle to Work scheme, and complimentary Friday lunches on us Company Pension Scheme: Our salary sacrifice scheme gives you the option to pay in up to 10% of your salary with Cube contributing up to 8% Enhanced Parental Leave: Including 14 weeks of full paid maternity leave and 8 weeks of full pay for secondary caregivers. Vibrant Workspace: Enjoy a fun, pet-friendly office with a fully stocked kitchen, recreational facilities, and free parking. Celebrating our Culture & Success: Regular team events including remote activities, beach cleans, summer BBQs, and an annual Awards Ceremony to celebrate all things Cube! The role Essentially, the iOS team make things, fix things, overcome challenging problems, collaborate with others and help one another! And we're looking for a Senior iOS Developer with established expertise in SwiftUI & UI Kit to create high-quality applications, make informed architectural decisions and be a technical mentor to the team. If you're a creative problem-solver who digs into root causes analytically, instead of relying on intuition, is passionate about using tech for good and think you've got what it takes to help save lives and change the world with code, we want to speak to you! Let's talk about the day job Building mobile apps that make a real impact on the world Driving architectural decisions and contributing to the technical direction of our projects Supporting project teams in maintaining apps that are being used by millions of people across the world Problem-solving and debugging code Involvement in the whole project process - from estimating through to helping refine designs Collaborating and working with like-minded people across our Creative, Development and Project Management teams Helping to develop & improve the iOS team on a technical level, including those in our Cube Academy Using industry best practices and client feedback to implement strategies that drive our products forward What we're looking for Over 5+ years experience as a developer, showcasing a strong portfolio of projects with commercial use of SwiftUI & Swift Solid understanding of the mobile development lifecycle, having led multiple projects from planning to full-release Proven experience in leading technically and mentoring developers Experience with mobile app development iOS and SwiftUI/Swift knowledge as well as knowledge of other object-oriented modern languages Strong capabilities in UI/UX design, Auto Layout, Interface Builder, and MVVM/MVC design patterns Proficiency in Core Data, networking, RESTful APIs, Git/version control, and the app store submission/review process Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD), debugging, performance optimisation, and push notifications Knowledge of localisation, internationalisation, and a commitment to inclusive app design Familiarity with Core Animation, Core Graphics, dependency management (CocoaPods, Carthage, Swift Package Manager), reactive programming (RxSwift, Combine), multithreading, and concurrency. Up-to-date knowledge of software engineering practices and what defines good-quality code Experience in using version control systems and peer-reviewing code A keen interest in learning new technologies and approaches to building good software Excellent communication skills and high attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality code Familiarity with continuous integration and automated builds DEI at Cube 3 Sided Cube is an Equal Opportunity Employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who all share a passion for making the world a better place. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, and any other aspect which makes us unique. We can't change millions of lives for the better without celebrating the diversity of those lives, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce within 3 Sided Cube is one of the ways in which we do that. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please reach out to us about potential reasonable adjustments. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year Benefits: Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Flexitime Free or subsidised travel Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Paid volunteer time Referral programme Sick pay Store discount Work from home Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Supplemental pay types: Yearly bonus Work Location: Remote Reference ID: 3SC-Senior-iOS-Developer-3
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Role: Senior iOS Developer Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience Location: Hybrid or Fully Remote 'Write code that will change the world' Are you an experienced developer who wants to use your knowledge and experience to make an impact on a global scale? At 3 Sided Cube, we don't just build apps, we use Tech for Good and build life-changing solutions that make a real difference. We're looking for a senior iOS developer who is dedicated to creating innovative and user-friendly applications, and who is continuously looking at ways to improve what we do and the way we do it to ensure the products we create are consistently high quality and deliver meaningful impact to those around the Globe A little bit about us 3 Sided Cube is a multi-award winning Digital Agency based near the beach in sunny Bournemouth, with a particular passion for building technology for good to change millions of lives for the better. Be it life-saving, life-changing or problem-solving, we champion the genius over the generic and have worked with some amazing charities and organisations such as The American Red Cross, the UN, Lush and the RSPB. Our benefits Competitive Compensation: A salary range of £50,000-£60,000 per year, tailored to your expertise. Flexibility at Its Best: Hybrid working or fully remote working options, flexible hours, and a remote working budget of £250 for your ideal home office setup Time to Recharge: 23 days of holiday, with an additional day for each year of service up to 28 days, plus the opportunity to buy up to 5 additional days of leave annually! Invest in Your Growth: A personal development budget of up to £1000 per year for training courses, books, and conferences. Making a Difference: 3 days off every year to volunteer for a 'for good' organisation, plus a birthday donation to a charity of your choice. Wellbeing Support: Fully subsidised counselling services, a Cycle to Work scheme, and complimentary Friday lunches on us Company Pension Scheme: Our salary sacrifice scheme gives you the option to pay in up to 10% of your salary with Cube contributing up to 8% Enhanced Parental Leave: Including 14 weeks of full paid maternity leave and 8 weeks of full pay for secondary caregivers. Vibrant Workspace: Enjoy a fun, pet-friendly office with a fully stocked kitchen, recreational facilities, and free parking. Celebrating our Culture & Success: Regular team events including remote activities, beach cleans, summer BBQs, and an annual Awards Ceremony to celebrate all things Cube! The role Essentially, the iOS team make things, fix things, overcome challenging problems, collaborate with others and help one another! And we're looking for a Senior iOS Developer with established expertise in SwiftUI & UI Kit to create high-quality applications, make informed architectural decisions and be a technical mentor to the team. If you're a creative problem-solver who digs into root causes analytically, instead of relying on intuition, is passionate about using tech for good and think you've got what it takes to help save lives and change the world with code, we want to speak to you! Let's talk about the day job Building mobile apps that make a real impact on the world Driving architectural decisions and contributing to the technical direction of our projects Supporting project teams in maintaining apps that are being used by millions of people across the world Problem-solving and debugging code Involvement in the whole project process - from estimating through to helping refine designs Collaborating and working with like-minded people across our Creative, Development and Project Management teams Helping to develop & improve the iOS team on a technical level, including those in our Cube Academy Using industry best practices and client feedback to implement strategies that drive our products forward What we're looking for Over 5+ years experience as a developer, showcasing a strong portfolio of projects with commercial use of SwiftUI & Swift Solid understanding of the mobile development lifecycle, having led multiple projects from planning to full-release Proven experience in leading technically and mentoring developers Experience with mobile app development iOS and SwiftUI/Swift knowledge as well as knowledge of other object-oriented modern languages Strong capabilities in UI/UX design, Auto Layout, Interface Builder, and MVVM/MVC design patterns Proficiency in Core Data, networking, RESTful APIs, Git/version control, and the app store submission/review process Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD), debugging, performance optimisation, and push notifications Knowledge of localisation, internationalisation, and a commitment to inclusive app design Familiarity with Core Animation, Core Graphics, dependency management (CocoaPods, Carthage, Swift Package Manager), reactive programming (RxSwift, Combine), multithreading, and concurrency. Up-to-date knowledge of software engineering practices and what defines good-quality code Experience in using version control systems and peer-reviewing code A keen interest in learning new technologies and approaches to building good software Excellent communication skills and high attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality code Familiarity with continuous integration and automated builds DEI at Cube 3 Sided Cube is an Equal Opportunity Employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who all share a passion for making the world a better place. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, and any other aspect which makes us unique. We can't change millions of lives for the better without celebrating the diversity of those lives, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce within 3 Sided Cube is one of the ways in which we do that. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please reach out to us about potential reasonable adjustments. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year Benefits: Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Flexitime Free or subsidised travel Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Paid volunteer time Referral programme Sick pay Store discount Work from home Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Supplemental pay types: Yearly bonus Work Location: Remote Reference ID: 3SC-Senior-iOS-Developer-3
A world leading FTSE listed engineering & manufacturing business, consistently voted as one of the "best FTSE businesses to work" is looking for a Senior Internal Controls Analyst / Internal Controls Manager, based anywhere in the UK or Ireland, reporting directly to the Regional Head of Internal Controls (Europe). The Group operates in more than 50 countries in 100+ operating units and is seen as the global leader in nearly all of the markets in which it operates. The Senior Internal Controls Analyst / Internal Controls Manager (Europe) will work within the workstream responsible for rolling out and implementing the Group's Internal Control Framework for the entire EMEA region in order to implement and maintain the control environment to the standard required for a business of this size. Working alongside and a growing team of Senior Internal Controls Analysts and Internal Control Managers, the workload will be varied and challenging and will include significant exposure to the Group CFO and the Group Finance Leadership Team alongside the requirement to build close working relationships with the Group's chosen Big 4 external partner on the internal controls journey, the internal control specialists located within the Group's various operating geographies and the Group's external Auditors. The role would suit a proactive and career driven person, looking to build a career within a varied, progressive organisation. The ability to work in a very structured manner whilst building strong cross-border relationships will be key to success. We are looking for a person with a background in audit and/or controls from training in a Big 4 / Top 10, a commercial business, or a mix of the two. Experience of accounting and reporting issues faced by a global, publicly listed Group reporting under IFRS; and of rolling out and/or operating in a SOX environment would be an advantage. English is the working language of this business, but fluent secondary languages eg. French, German, Polish, Hungarian, Spanish and/or Italian, would play a significant advantage. Hanami International Ltd are committed to protecting your Data. By submitting your information, you confirm that you have read and understood our Privacy Notice which outlines how we use information we collect about you. (Our Privacy Notice can be found at ). Feel free to visit this for more information about how we collect and process personal data.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
A world leading FTSE listed engineering & manufacturing business, consistently voted as one of the "best FTSE businesses to work" is looking for a Senior Internal Controls Analyst / Internal Controls Manager, based anywhere in the UK or Ireland, reporting directly to the Regional Head of Internal Controls (Europe). The Group operates in more than 50 countries in 100+ operating units and is seen as the global leader in nearly all of the markets in which it operates. The Senior Internal Controls Analyst / Internal Controls Manager (Europe) will work within the workstream responsible for rolling out and implementing the Group's Internal Control Framework for the entire EMEA region in order to implement and maintain the control environment to the standard required for a business of this size. Working alongside and a growing team of Senior Internal Controls Analysts and Internal Control Managers, the workload will be varied and challenging and will include significant exposure to the Group CFO and the Group Finance Leadership Team alongside the requirement to build close working relationships with the Group's chosen Big 4 external partner on the internal controls journey, the internal control specialists located within the Group's various operating geographies and the Group's external Auditors. The role would suit a proactive and career driven person, looking to build a career within a varied, progressive organisation. The ability to work in a very structured manner whilst building strong cross-border relationships will be key to success. We are looking for a person with a background in audit and/or controls from training in a Big 4 / Top 10, a commercial business, or a mix of the two. Experience of accounting and reporting issues faced by a global, publicly listed Group reporting under IFRS; and of rolling out and/or operating in a SOX environment would be an advantage. English is the working language of this business, but fluent secondary languages eg. French, German, Polish, Hungarian, Spanish and/or Italian, would play a significant advantage. Hanami International Ltd are committed to protecting your Data. By submitting your information, you confirm that you have read and understood our Privacy Notice which outlines how we use information we collect about you. (Our Privacy Notice can be found at ). Feel free to visit this for more information about how we collect and process personal data.
We have been approached to help build the Internal Audit team of an award-winning FTSE listed construction and development business, who have previously co-sourced with a Big 4 provider. The current mandate we have is to recruit a Senior Internal Auditor, which can be based (remotely) anywhere in the UK. Reporting to the Group Head of Audit, who in turn reports into the Audit Committee (AC) and interacts daily with the Group CFO. The primary part of this role is to identify risks within the business and evaluate the adequacy of controls in place in order to minimise and mitigate those risks, whilst prioritising their importance. In this hands-on role, you'll be responsible for helping the Director and the team to establish department procedures and ways of working as we build the function from scratch. You will also be responsible for undertaking financial and operational reviews to identify risks and ensure that they are effectively managed. This would be an ideal and exciting opportunity for a person looking to progress in an internal audit function as this role will give you the chance to help develop the function into a commercial and pragmatic team that provides independent assurance and adds real value to the business. As part of this, you will also be involved in the production of Risk Committee (RC) and Audit Committee (AC) papers and interact with stakeholders of all levels. Travel is expected and will be around the various operations around the UK. You will likely be a well-educated, Big 4/Top 10 trained audit, advisory or finance professional, ideally with a relevant qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA, etc.). This role will put you in a great position for promotion as the next step for you would be Internal Audit Manager once you have learnt the business and grown your network internally. Hanami International Ltd are committed to protecting your Data. By submitting your information, you confirm that you have read and understood our Privacy Notice which outlines how we use information we collect about you. (Our Privacy Notice can be found at ). Feel free to visit this for more information about how we collect and process personal data.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
We have been approached to help build the Internal Audit team of an award-winning FTSE listed construction and development business, who have previously co-sourced with a Big 4 provider. The current mandate we have is to recruit a Senior Internal Auditor, which can be based (remotely) anywhere in the UK. Reporting to the Group Head of Audit, who in turn reports into the Audit Committee (AC) and interacts daily with the Group CFO. The primary part of this role is to identify risks within the business and evaluate the adequacy of controls in place in order to minimise and mitigate those risks, whilst prioritising their importance. In this hands-on role, you'll be responsible for helping the Director and the team to establish department procedures and ways of working as we build the function from scratch. You will also be responsible for undertaking financial and operational reviews to identify risks and ensure that they are effectively managed. This would be an ideal and exciting opportunity for a person looking to progress in an internal audit function as this role will give you the chance to help develop the function into a commercial and pragmatic team that provides independent assurance and adds real value to the business. As part of this, you will also be involved in the production of Risk Committee (RC) and Audit Committee (AC) papers and interact with stakeholders of all levels. Travel is expected and will be around the various operations around the UK. You will likely be a well-educated, Big 4/Top 10 trained audit, advisory or finance professional, ideally with a relevant qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA, etc.). This role will put you in a great position for promotion as the next step for you would be Internal Audit Manager once you have learnt the business and grown your network internally. Hanami International Ltd are committed to protecting your Data. By submitting your information, you confirm that you have read and understood our Privacy Notice which outlines how we use information we collect about you. (Our Privacy Notice can be found at ). Feel free to visit this for more information about how we collect and process personal data.
At SEI we value our employees and believe in driving growth through change. Part of building brave futures is making a concerted effort to develop and challenge our employees to achieve their goals through internal job mobility. The COO office is looking for an experienced SIPP Technical Operations Director to take responsibility for the day to day management of the new SEI SIPP Operator and SIPP Administration (in-house and outsource service) business. This is a key role in our banking strategy in the UK, expanding our offering and responding to client and market needs. Initial Engagement: To initially act as the senior business lead for the delivery and implementation of the new SEI SIPP Operator and SIPP Administration business before taking on the day to day role of running the business (e.g. to provide leadership, technical input and operational guidance in relation to the: Design and implementation of the Business Plan Design and implementation of the SEI SIPP Product Design and implementation of the Business Operating Model Design and implementation of the IT Integrations and Business Processing Recruitment and implementation of the SIPP Administration Team This is expected to be a c18-month project. Role: This role in the future may be classified as an SMF. The SIPP Administration Team Manager will report directly to you. As well as being responsible for the day-to-day SIPP operation you will also play a key role in: Assisting and developing the SIEL retirement strategy. Developing and enhancing existing solutions. Supporting the launch of new products. Contributing to product pricing and profitability . Additionally, you will serve as the team and market unit's subject matter expert and will be helping to: Define new service offerings. Manage SIPP solution roadmaps and influence wider banking roadmap Support prospect/client agendas. Assist with the business case justification. The position will have interaction with prospects and clients as well as SEI team including: Operations. Sales Teams. Relationship Management. Solutions Vendor Management Internal/external Technical Development teams. Responsibilities: You will be responsible for: Managing the SEI SIPP operation within the defined SEI risk and control framework to support the product and the in-house and outsourced SIPP administration function. Providing support and building subject matter expertise on SEIs retirement solutions: o Efficient operating model o Adherence to regulatory environment o Management information and oversight tools o Client reporting - print vendor and system generated documentation with view to digitization o Oversight of third party vendors o Service Level Agreements (SLAs) Providing technical and operational guidance and input to assist the solutions team: o Ensure there is a forum for agile development by keeping development requirements updated and providing support to solutions managers o Basic oversight of the Product Specifications and Service Guides at pre- and Post Development to highlight areas of potential change to the services. o Gain a good understanding of SEI's approach to Agile (Mid-PSI, PSI Planning, Demos, Inspect and Adapt, Sprints, EST, UAT, etc) o Build relationships across the location including the Asset Management and Institutional teams (Master Trusts, DC/DB pension schemes) Effectively communicating with key stakeholders including: o Supporting the completion of RFPs, sales demonstrations and positioning of solutions within different business operating models o Working with wider solutions and platform teams to build a network and ensure a clear view exists of the front to back service offering and the interactions between these services o Assisting with testing and training of both internal and external resources in the front office solution offering All SIEL employees are responsible for the identification, assessment and control of risks and risk events. Employees will maintain a good understanding of applicable policies, procedures, risk appetites and tolerance relevant to their function and or business unit and are expected to consider current and potential risks when making or informing business decisions. Employees are responsible for the accurate and timely escalation and recording of incidents associated to relevant risks. In addition, employees are responsible for completing all required Risk Management training. Skills, Knowledge and Experience What we need from you: Leadership skills and management experience. Significant pensions industry experience, especially SIPP, with an understanding of both the technical pension requirements as well as market knowledge Experience in outsourcing of Pension products and SIPP administration (participation in product user groups and initiatives (e.g. STAR Experience in preparing and delivering reports highlighting options and recommendations Strong relationship & stakeholder management skills Strong commercial and budgetary understanding Knowledge of the investment processing industry including a good understanding of retail products Proven ability to manage multiple agendas and achieve results Project and change management experience, managing multiple stakeholders. Business writing skills Excellent communication and presentation skills What we would like from you: Ability to make strategic decisions using data and sound judgement Positive attitude and intellectual curiosity Organisational and analytical skills Customer service and client management experience Someone who will embody our SEI Values of courage, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, connection and fun - Please see our website for more information. SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more After over 50 years in business, SEI remains a leading global provider of investment processing, investment management and investment operations solutions. Reflecting our experience within financial services and financial technology our UK office is based between the City of London and the growing technology hub of Shoreditch. The open plan nature of our office space, flowing lines and numerous art installations are designed to encourage innovation and creativity in our workforce. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset and are (literally) invested in your success; we know that a healthy, happy and motivated workforce is key to our continued growth. We are focused on ensuring a healthy work-life balance and offer our employees benefits which include private medical care for you and your family, access to GPs online for appointments, enhanced family leave, volunteer days, access to thriving employee networks and not forgetting free fruit twice a week. SEI Investments (Europe) Limited ('SIEL') is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 191713).
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
At SEI we value our employees and believe in driving growth through change. Part of building brave futures is making a concerted effort to develop and challenge our employees to achieve their goals through internal job mobility. The COO office is looking for an experienced SIPP Technical Operations Director to take responsibility for the day to day management of the new SEI SIPP Operator and SIPP Administration (in-house and outsource service) business. This is a key role in our banking strategy in the UK, expanding our offering and responding to client and market needs. Initial Engagement: To initially act as the senior business lead for the delivery and implementation of the new SEI SIPP Operator and SIPP Administration business before taking on the day to day role of running the business (e.g. to provide leadership, technical input and operational guidance in relation to the: Design and implementation of the Business Plan Design and implementation of the SEI SIPP Product Design and implementation of the Business Operating Model Design and implementation of the IT Integrations and Business Processing Recruitment and implementation of the SIPP Administration Team This is expected to be a c18-month project. Role: This role in the future may be classified as an SMF. The SIPP Administration Team Manager will report directly to you. As well as being responsible for the day-to-day SIPP operation you will also play a key role in: Assisting and developing the SIEL retirement strategy. Developing and enhancing existing solutions. Supporting the launch of new products. Contributing to product pricing and profitability . Additionally, you will serve as the team and market unit's subject matter expert and will be helping to: Define new service offerings. Manage SIPP solution roadmaps and influence wider banking roadmap Support prospect/client agendas. Assist with the business case justification. The position will have interaction with prospects and clients as well as SEI team including: Operations. Sales Teams. Relationship Management. Solutions Vendor Management Internal/external Technical Development teams. Responsibilities: You will be responsible for: Managing the SEI SIPP operation within the defined SEI risk and control framework to support the product and the in-house and outsourced SIPP administration function. Providing support and building subject matter expertise on SEIs retirement solutions: o Efficient operating model o Adherence to regulatory environment o Management information and oversight tools o Client reporting - print vendor and system generated documentation with view to digitization o Oversight of third party vendors o Service Level Agreements (SLAs) Providing technical and operational guidance and input to assist the solutions team: o Ensure there is a forum for agile development by keeping development requirements updated and providing support to solutions managers o Basic oversight of the Product Specifications and Service Guides at pre- and Post Development to highlight areas of potential change to the services. o Gain a good understanding of SEI's approach to Agile (Mid-PSI, PSI Planning, Demos, Inspect and Adapt, Sprints, EST, UAT, etc) o Build relationships across the location including the Asset Management and Institutional teams (Master Trusts, DC/DB pension schemes) Effectively communicating with key stakeholders including: o Supporting the completion of RFPs, sales demonstrations and positioning of solutions within different business operating models o Working with wider solutions and platform teams to build a network and ensure a clear view exists of the front to back service offering and the interactions between these services o Assisting with testing and training of both internal and external resources in the front office solution offering All SIEL employees are responsible for the identification, assessment and control of risks and risk events. Employees will maintain a good understanding of applicable policies, procedures, risk appetites and tolerance relevant to their function and or business unit and are expected to consider current and potential risks when making or informing business decisions. Employees are responsible for the accurate and timely escalation and recording of incidents associated to relevant risks. In addition, employees are responsible for completing all required Risk Management training. Skills, Knowledge and Experience What we need from you: Leadership skills and management experience. Significant pensions industry experience, especially SIPP, with an understanding of both the technical pension requirements as well as market knowledge Experience in outsourcing of Pension products and SIPP administration (participation in product user groups and initiatives (e.g. STAR Experience in preparing and delivering reports highlighting options and recommendations Strong relationship & stakeholder management skills Strong commercial and budgetary understanding Knowledge of the investment processing industry including a good understanding of retail products Proven ability to manage multiple agendas and achieve results Project and change management experience, managing multiple stakeholders. Business writing skills Excellent communication and presentation skills What we would like from you: Ability to make strategic decisions using data and sound judgement Positive attitude and intellectual curiosity Organisational and analytical skills Customer service and client management experience Someone who will embody our SEI Values of courage, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, connection and fun - Please see our website for more information. SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more After over 50 years in business, SEI remains a leading global provider of investment processing, investment management and investment operations solutions. Reflecting our experience within financial services and financial technology our UK office is based between the City of London and the growing technology hub of Shoreditch. The open plan nature of our office space, flowing lines and numerous art installations are designed to encourage innovation and creativity in our workforce. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset and are (literally) invested in your success; we know that a healthy, happy and motivated workforce is key to our continued growth. We are focused on ensuring a healthy work-life balance and offer our employees benefits which include private medical care for you and your family, access to GPs online for appointments, enhanced family leave, volunteer days, access to thriving employee networks and not forgetting free fruit twice a week. SEI Investments (Europe) Limited ('SIEL') is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 191713).