Job ID: Amazon Payments UK Limited - Experience in compliance program management, legal, governance, audit, risk/loss prevention, or equivalent - 5+ years of experience in banking, payments, or e-commerce companies including retail payments, consumer credit, lending, and insurance within a second or third line of defense function; - Prior knowledge of regulatory compliance, conduct, and financial crime regulations; - Sound knowledge of relevant Assurance or Audit practices; - Experience advising, supervising, interpreting and communicating complex regulations to a diverse audience; - Excellent team player with the ability to work closely with others to deliver data-driven results, identify and resolve issues; - Strong and demonstrable influencing, stakeholder management, presentation and communication skills; - Ability to thrive in a fast paced, highly-ambiguous, changing environment. DESCRIPTION Come build the future with us! At Amazon we expect no more and no less from you. Ever since Amazon opened its virtual doors, our aim has been to become the most customer-centric company in the world. How? By having people like you who make sure that our customers can find everything that they are looking for online - at great value and convenience. Immerse yourself in an environment that is fast-paced, growing and continuously innovating to offer great opportunities for our customers and for you! We are looking for an Assurance Manager to join our fast-growing Global Assurance team and support our regulated payment, lending, consumer credit and insurance businesses. The successful candidate should help the rollout and execution of our second line of defense risk testing and has extensive knowledge of conduct, regulatory compliance and financial crime requirements. The successful candidate is an ambitious self-starter, with a proven capability to work independently and as part of a team, has strong analytical and organizational skills, and a sound knowledge of relevant Assurance or Audit practices. The role is uniquely placed to work directly with Regional Leaders to drive scalable risk and compliance testing solutions across many areas to help maintain a "compliant status" with regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with the Global Assurance team stakeholders (Compliance Officers, Risk, Governance, Internal Audit and other Support teams) to provide Senior Management with adequate visibility on regulatory risk exposure and the status of internal controls. The candidate is also a quick learner with an ability to absorb the nuances of Amazon's varied payment offerings, their risks and internal systems and practices. Key job responsibilities The successful candidate should have strong business and communication skills, able to influence senior stakeholders via data-driven and actionable insights. The successful candidate will also: • Maintain an up-to-date knowledge and solid understanding of relevant conduce, regulatory compliance and anti-money laundering. • Significantly contribute to the design, development, implementation, and execution of assurance testing for payment, insurance and consumer credit businesses, lead issue validation activities with stakeholders and report to Senior Management; • Ability to learn and understand business processes, regulations, internal controls, and develop meaningful tests to determine control design adequacy and operating effectiveness; • Perform operational deep dives to understand and find gaps in compliance-related processes and services; • Identify and assess inherent and residual risks related to control deficiencies; • Work with compliance office personnel, business units legal, and technology partners to identify deficiencies in internal controls and operational processes and identify root cause of issues; • Participate in process improvement initiatives, including identifying and implementing best practices in effective and innovative ways. • Continuously Identify industry best practices and contribute to the improvement of the Assurance Program; • Embrace the use of data analytics to increase value and reduce costs of compliance-related assurance activities; • Manage several projects simultaneously with precision and accuracy. A day in the life We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Professional auditing qualification, or similar risk or compliance credentials - Experience with SQL and Excel - Prior experience auditing payments, e-commerce, consumer credit, lending and insurance businesses within the EMEA financial services sector; - Familiarity with digital payments, new payment methods, safeguarding and settlement mechanisms; - Certification in Internal Audit Risk Management, Governance and Financial Crime such as such as FRM, PMI-RMP, CAMS etc. Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT), Monday through Friday from 7:00 am GMT - 4:00 pm GMT. If calling directly from the United Kingdom, please dial (tel:). If calling from Ireland, please dial (tel:). Posted: February 26, 2024 (Updated 1 day ago) Posted: March 18, 2024 (Updated 3 days ago) Posted: March 13, 2024 (Updated 4 days ago) Posted: February 16, 2024 (Updated 5 days ago) Posted: February 22, 2024 (Updated 5 days ago) Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Job ID: Amazon Payments UK Limited - Experience in compliance program management, legal, governance, audit, risk/loss prevention, or equivalent - 5+ years of experience in banking, payments, or e-commerce companies including retail payments, consumer credit, lending, and insurance within a second or third line of defense function; - Prior knowledge of regulatory compliance, conduct, and financial crime regulations; - Sound knowledge of relevant Assurance or Audit practices; - Experience advising, supervising, interpreting and communicating complex regulations to a diverse audience; - Excellent team player with the ability to work closely with others to deliver data-driven results, identify and resolve issues; - Strong and demonstrable influencing, stakeholder management, presentation and communication skills; - Ability to thrive in a fast paced, highly-ambiguous, changing environment. DESCRIPTION Come build the future with us! At Amazon we expect no more and no less from you. Ever since Amazon opened its virtual doors, our aim has been to become the most customer-centric company in the world. How? By having people like you who make sure that our customers can find everything that they are looking for online - at great value and convenience. Immerse yourself in an environment that is fast-paced, growing and continuously innovating to offer great opportunities for our customers and for you! We are looking for an Assurance Manager to join our fast-growing Global Assurance team and support our regulated payment, lending, consumer credit and insurance businesses. The successful candidate should help the rollout and execution of our second line of defense risk testing and has extensive knowledge of conduct, regulatory compliance and financial crime requirements. The successful candidate is an ambitious self-starter, with a proven capability to work independently and as part of a team, has strong analytical and organizational skills, and a sound knowledge of relevant Assurance or Audit practices. The role is uniquely placed to work directly with Regional Leaders to drive scalable risk and compliance testing solutions across many areas to help maintain a "compliant status" with regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with the Global Assurance team stakeholders (Compliance Officers, Risk, Governance, Internal Audit and other Support teams) to provide Senior Management with adequate visibility on regulatory risk exposure and the status of internal controls. The candidate is also a quick learner with an ability to absorb the nuances of Amazon's varied payment offerings, their risks and internal systems and practices. Key job responsibilities The successful candidate should have strong business and communication skills, able to influence senior stakeholders via data-driven and actionable insights. The successful candidate will also: • Maintain an up-to-date knowledge and solid understanding of relevant conduce, regulatory compliance and anti-money laundering. • Significantly contribute to the design, development, implementation, and execution of assurance testing for payment, insurance and consumer credit businesses, lead issue validation activities with stakeholders and report to Senior Management; • Ability to learn and understand business processes, regulations, internal controls, and develop meaningful tests to determine control design adequacy and operating effectiveness; • Perform operational deep dives to understand and find gaps in compliance-related processes and services; • Identify and assess inherent and residual risks related to control deficiencies; • Work with compliance office personnel, business units legal, and technology partners to identify deficiencies in internal controls and operational processes and identify root cause of issues; • Participate in process improvement initiatives, including identifying and implementing best practices in effective and innovative ways. • Continuously Identify industry best practices and contribute to the improvement of the Assurance Program; • Embrace the use of data analytics to increase value and reduce costs of compliance-related assurance activities; • Manage several projects simultaneously with precision and accuracy. A day in the life We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Professional auditing qualification, or similar risk or compliance credentials - Experience with SQL and Excel - Prior experience auditing payments, e-commerce, consumer credit, lending and insurance businesses within the EMEA financial services sector; - Familiarity with digital payments, new payment methods, safeguarding and settlement mechanisms; - Certification in Internal Audit Risk Management, Governance and Financial Crime such as such as FRM, PMI-RMP, CAMS etc. Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT), Monday through Friday from 7:00 am GMT - 4:00 pm GMT. If calling directly from the United Kingdom, please dial (tel:). If calling from Ireland, please dial (tel:). Posted: February 26, 2024 (Updated 1 day ago) Posted: March 18, 2024 (Updated 3 days ago) Posted: March 13, 2024 (Updated 4 days ago) Posted: February 16, 2024 (Updated 5 days ago) Posted: February 22, 2024 (Updated 5 days ago) Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Job Title: Senior Actuary (BPA Pricing) Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom since 1903. We have hundreds of respected and supported employees committed to doing the right thing for our customers and colleagues. Canada Life UK is transforming to create a more customer-focused business by providing our customers with expertise on financial and tax planning, offering home finance and annuities propositions, and providing collective fund solutions to third party customers. Job Purpose There is an opportunity for a qualified actuary to join the bulk annuity pricing team. Successful applicants will be responsible for providing pricing recommendations and working with the wider BPA team to achieve annual new business targets. Key Accountabilities - Responsible for quotations and providing pricing recommendations for bulk annuity buy-ins and buy-outs- Liaising with investment front office to identify suitable assets to support bulk annuity transactions- Team working with reinsurance actuaries to ensure reinsurance appropriately incorporated within quotations- Reviewing legal agreements and contributing to contract negotiations with external stakeholders- Supporting business development and relationship management- Contributing to the development of Canada Life's pricing bases and pricing models that adhere to Canada Life's risk tolerances and are scalable for future growth- Managing stakeholders and ensuring compliance with risk governance- Keeping abreast of industry issues and developments to ensure the business processes and strategies are in line with the industry- Provide appropriate support to managers and others to implement recommendations/facilitate change to support the requirements of the business Desired Knowledge / Experience / Skills - Strong knowledge of UK Defined Benefit pensions - Familiarity with bulk annuity market and products- Understanding of capital modelling and profit testing- Experience of managing stakeholders- Strong communication skills (able to communicate technical issues to senior people including non-actuaries)- Understanding and ability to implement/maintain an actuarial control framework- Qualified actuary Benefits of working at Canada Life We believe in recognising and rewarding our people, so we offer a competitive salary and benefits package that's regularly reviewed. As a Canada Life UK colleague, you'll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive reward package including a generous pension and bonus scheme, along with, income protection, private medical insurance and life assurance. We have a fantastic number of other benefits and support services as well as regular personal and professional development. How we work at Canada Life Our culture is unique and incredibly important to us. We care about doing the right thing for our people, customers and community and helping others to build better futures. Our blueprint behaviours shape and influence how we work, and are central to the relationships we have with others. Every day we are encouraged to be more curious, own the outcome, face into things together and find a way forward. We want colleagues to have rewarding careers with us so we invest in the development of our people, technology and workplaces. That's why we offer a range of training, flexible working and opportunities to grow and develop. Diversity and inclusion Building an inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce where everyone can feel they belong and achieve their potential regardless of gender, ethnicity or any other characteristic is a key commitment for us. We are proud of the progress we're making in DEI, and we continue for it to be a significant focus. "At Canada Life we believe in the power of great people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives coming together to build better futures. Emerging talent is crucial to our growth and creating an environment that continues to inspire us all." Nick Harding, Chief People Officer, Canada Life UK We appreciate that everyone has different work and life responsibilities. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part time, for any of our roles should this be a requirement for.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Senior Actuary (BPA Pricing) Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom since 1903. We have hundreds of respected and supported employees committed to doing the right thing for our customers and colleagues. Canada Life UK is transforming to create a more customer-focused business by providing our customers with expertise on financial and tax planning, offering home finance and annuities propositions, and providing collective fund solutions to third party customers. Job Purpose There is an opportunity for a qualified actuary to join the bulk annuity pricing team. Successful applicants will be responsible for providing pricing recommendations and working with the wider BPA team to achieve annual new business targets. Key Accountabilities - Responsible for quotations and providing pricing recommendations for bulk annuity buy-ins and buy-outs- Liaising with investment front office to identify suitable assets to support bulk annuity transactions- Team working with reinsurance actuaries to ensure reinsurance appropriately incorporated within quotations- Reviewing legal agreements and contributing to contract negotiations with external stakeholders- Supporting business development and relationship management- Contributing to the development of Canada Life's pricing bases and pricing models that adhere to Canada Life's risk tolerances and are scalable for future growth- Managing stakeholders and ensuring compliance with risk governance- Keeping abreast of industry issues and developments to ensure the business processes and strategies are in line with the industry- Provide appropriate support to managers and others to implement recommendations/facilitate change to support the requirements of the business Desired Knowledge / Experience / Skills - Strong knowledge of UK Defined Benefit pensions - Familiarity with bulk annuity market and products- Understanding of capital modelling and profit testing- Experience of managing stakeholders- Strong communication skills (able to communicate technical issues to senior people including non-actuaries)- Understanding and ability to implement/maintain an actuarial control framework- Qualified actuary Benefits of working at Canada Life We believe in recognising and rewarding our people, so we offer a competitive salary and benefits package that's regularly reviewed. As a Canada Life UK colleague, you'll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive reward package including a generous pension and bonus scheme, along with, income protection, private medical insurance and life assurance. We have a fantastic number of other benefits and support services as well as regular personal and professional development. How we work at Canada Life Our culture is unique and incredibly important to us. We care about doing the right thing for our people, customers and community and helping others to build better futures. Our blueprint behaviours shape and influence how we work, and are central to the relationships we have with others. Every day we are encouraged to be more curious, own the outcome, face into things together and find a way forward. We want colleagues to have rewarding careers with us so we invest in the development of our people, technology and workplaces. That's why we offer a range of training, flexible working and opportunities to grow and develop. Diversity and inclusion Building an inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce where everyone can feel they belong and achieve their potential regardless of gender, ethnicity or any other characteristic is a key commitment for us. We are proud of the progress we're making in DEI, and we continue for it to be a significant focus. "At Canada Life we believe in the power of great people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives coming together to build better futures. Emerging talent is crucial to our growth and creating an environment that continues to inspire us all." Nick Harding, Chief People Officer, Canada Life UK We appreciate that everyone has different work and life responsibilities. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part time, for any of our roles should this be a requirement for.
The Skills and Employment Unit promotes and delivers the Mayor's Skills for Londoners (SfL) strategy, policies and their associated delivery priorities. The Programmes Officer role is situated in the Programmes Management Office (PMO) and is responsible for managing the budget and performance of the Skills and Employment portfolio. It is responsible for developing and managing the programme governance to ensure successful delivery and compliance across programmes with regulations e.g., GLA Contractual and Grant and Funding Rules requirements. It also coordinates the Corporate processes including managing the corporate dashboard, finance processes and data governance. This role will have overall responsibility in support of the Principal Programme Officer to capture the performance of the programme delivery and manage the AEB programme. You will be required to work as part of a team, be able to work across multiple work strands, deliver high-quality PMO support, and resolve issues quickly and effectively in a professional manner. We are looking for an individual with experience and knowledge of project and programme management specifically the understanding of programme management office functions including: project planning financial and performance analysis risk management issue resolution evaluation. This role is particularly suited to someone who wants to advance their career in project and programme management. Principal accountabilities Develop and maintain robust Programme governance that ensures the successful delivery of the programme in alignment with Mayoral approvals and other guidelines. Work with senior delivery managers to monitor programme delivery, outputs, results and expenditure ensuring that risks and issues are properly recorded and mitigating controls are in place and reviewed regularly. Produce high-quality programme reports and dashboards for several stakeholders including but not limited to the Assistant Director-led Skills Programmes Board, AEB Mayoral Board, and externally for the Skills for Londoners Board, Skills for Londoners Partnership Board and the London Recovery Programme. Contribute to the provision of robust and timely programme tools, systems, templates and processes for Provider Managers including new processes related to programme management and providing training and support to use the tools. Contribute to any other related additional programme and performance management assignments including the completion of the Corporate quarterly Performance dashboard. Supervise Project Support Officers in a matrix environment in the completion of responsibilities, providing advice and guidance where needed. Support the development of data governance processes for the Unit. Realise the benefits of London's diversity by promoting and enabling equality of opportunities, promoting the diverse needs and aspirations of London's communities. Manage resources allocated to the job in accordance with the Authority's policies and Code of Ethics and Standards; and Realise the benefits of a flexible approach to work in undertaking the duties and responsibilities of this job, and participating in multi-disciplinary, cross department and cross-organisational groups and project teams. Person specification Technical requirements/experience/qualifications A degree or professional qualification in portfolio, programme or project management or in management of project/Programme management office (PMO) or related subjects preferably to post-graduate level. Demonstrable ability, experience and knowledge of project and programme management including the understanding of programme management office functions including project planning, financial and performance analysis and management, risk management, issue resolution and evaluation. High-level knowledge and experience in MS Excel, with the ability to develop reports and dashboards, and maintain and analyse spreadsheets and databases. Experience of, or ability to acquire knowledge, in specialised software packages such as Power BI, SQL or SPSS is highly desirable. Well-developed IT skills, experience in using financial and claims management systems and processes, excellent report-writing skills and a high level of numeracy. Experience in records management and an understanding of General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and how this influences data processing and data sharing. Experience working with the Adult Education Budget or Skills and Employment programme is highly desirable. Behavioural competencies Research and Analysis is gathering intelligence (information, opinion and data) from varied sources, making sense of it, testing its validity and drawing conclusions that can lead to practical benefits. Level 2 indicators of effective performance Proactively seeks new information sources to progress research agendas and address gaps in knowledge Grasps limitations of or assumptions behind data sources, disregarding those that lack quality Analyses and integrates qualitative and quantitative data to find new insights Translates research outcomes into concise, meaningful reports Identifies relevant and practical research questions for the future Communicating and Influencing is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate and engage with us. Level 2 indicators of effective performance Communicates openly and inclusively with internal and external stakeholders Clearly articulates the key points of an argument, both in verbal and written communication Persuades others, using evidence-based knowledge, modifying approach to deliver messages effectively Challenges the views of others in an open and constructive way Presents a credible and positive image both internally and externally Building and Managing Relationships is developing rapport and working effectively with a diverse range of people, sharing knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals. Level 2 indicators of effective performance Develops new professional relationships Understands the needs of others, the constraints they face and the levers to their engagement Understands differences, anticipates areas of conflict and takes action Fosters an environment where others feel respected Identifies opportunities for joint working to minimise duplication and deliver shared goals Planning and Organising is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time to a high standard. Level 2 indicators of effective performance Prioritises work in line with key team or project deliverables Makes contingency plans to account for changing work priorities, deadlines and milestones Identifies and consults with sponsors or stakeholders in planning work Pays close attention to detail, ensuring the team's work is delivered to a high standard Negotiates realistic timescales for work delivery, ensuring team deliverables can be met Problem Solving is analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable and timely solutions. Level 2 indicators of effective performance Processes and distils a variety of information to understand a problem fully Proposes options for solutions to presented problems Builds on the ideas of others to encourage creative problem solving Thinks laterally about own work, considering different ways to approach problems Seeks the opinions and experiences of others to understand different approaches to problem-solving The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: GLA competency framework . This role is based at London Fire Brigade's Head Office (Union Street SE1 0LL). GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office. Application Process & Additional Information Please note all applications for this vacancy must be submitted via our online recruitment system. We do not accept CVs alone for this role. If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following: Up to date CV Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria outlined above in the advert. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the 'Additional Documents' section of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement. Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g. "CV - applicant name - 012345). Applications submitted without a Personal Statement will not be considered. London's diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression . click apply for full job details
May 01, 2024
Full time
The Skills and Employment Unit promotes and delivers the Mayor's Skills for Londoners (SfL) strategy, policies and their associated delivery priorities. The Programmes Officer role is situated in the Programmes Management Office (PMO) and is responsible for managing the budget and performance of the Skills and Employment portfolio. It is responsible for developing and managing the programme governance to ensure successful delivery and compliance across programmes with regulations e.g., GLA Contractual and Grant and Funding Rules requirements. It also coordinates the Corporate processes including managing the corporate dashboard, finance processes and data governance. This role will have overall responsibility in support of the Principal Programme Officer to capture the performance of the programme delivery and manage the AEB programme. You will be required to work as part of a team, be able to work across multiple work strands, deliver high-quality PMO support, and resolve issues quickly and effectively in a professional manner. We are looking for an individual with experience and knowledge of project and programme management specifically the understanding of programme management office functions including: project planning financial and performance analysis risk management issue resolution evaluation. This role is particularly suited to someone who wants to advance their career in project and programme management. Principal accountabilities Develop and maintain robust Programme governance that ensures the successful delivery of the programme in alignment with Mayoral approvals and other guidelines. Work with senior delivery managers to monitor programme delivery, outputs, results and expenditure ensuring that risks and issues are properly recorded and mitigating controls are in place and reviewed regularly. Produce high-quality programme reports and dashboards for several stakeholders including but not limited to the Assistant Director-led Skills Programmes Board, AEB Mayoral Board, and externally for the Skills for Londoners Board, Skills for Londoners Partnership Board and the London Recovery Programme. Contribute to the provision of robust and timely programme tools, systems, templates and processes for Provider Managers including new processes related to programme management and providing training and support to use the tools. Contribute to any other related additional programme and performance management assignments including the completion of the Corporate quarterly Performance dashboard. Supervise Project Support Officers in a matrix environment in the completion of responsibilities, providing advice and guidance where needed. Support the development of data governance processes for the Unit. Realise the benefits of London's diversity by promoting and enabling equality of opportunities, promoting the diverse needs and aspirations of London's communities. Manage resources allocated to the job in accordance with the Authority's policies and Code of Ethics and Standards; and Realise the benefits of a flexible approach to work in undertaking the duties and responsibilities of this job, and participating in multi-disciplinary, cross department and cross-organisational groups and project teams. Person specification Technical requirements/experience/qualifications A degree or professional qualification in portfolio, programme or project management or in management of project/Programme management office (PMO) or related subjects preferably to post-graduate level. Demonstrable ability, experience and knowledge of project and programme management including the understanding of programme management office functions including project planning, financial and performance analysis and management, risk management, issue resolution and evaluation. High-level knowledge and experience in MS Excel, with the ability to develop reports and dashboards, and maintain and analyse spreadsheets and databases. Experience of, or ability to acquire knowledge, in specialised software packages such as Power BI, SQL or SPSS is highly desirable. Well-developed IT skills, experience in using financial and claims management systems and processes, excellent report-writing skills and a high level of numeracy. Experience in records management and an understanding of General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and how this influences data processing and data sharing. Experience working with the Adult Education Budget or Skills and Employment programme is highly desirable. Behavioural competencies Research and Analysis is gathering intelligence (information, opinion and data) from varied sources, making sense of it, testing its validity and drawing conclusions that can lead to practical benefits. Level 2 indicators of effective performance Proactively seeks new information sources to progress research agendas and address gaps in knowledge Grasps limitations of or assumptions behind data sources, disregarding those that lack quality Analyses and integrates qualitative and quantitative data to find new insights Translates research outcomes into concise, meaningful reports Identifies relevant and practical research questions for the future Communicating and Influencing is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate and engage with us. Level 2 indicators of effective performance Communicates openly and inclusively with internal and external stakeholders Clearly articulates the key points of an argument, both in verbal and written communication Persuades others, using evidence-based knowledge, modifying approach to deliver messages effectively Challenges the views of others in an open and constructive way Presents a credible and positive image both internally and externally Building and Managing Relationships is developing rapport and working effectively with a diverse range of people, sharing knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals. Level 2 indicators of effective performance Develops new professional relationships Understands the needs of others, the constraints they face and the levers to their engagement Understands differences, anticipates areas of conflict and takes action Fosters an environment where others feel respected Identifies opportunities for joint working to minimise duplication and deliver shared goals Planning and Organising is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time to a high standard. Level 2 indicators of effective performance Prioritises work in line with key team or project deliverables Makes contingency plans to account for changing work priorities, deadlines and milestones Identifies and consults with sponsors or stakeholders in planning work Pays close attention to detail, ensuring the team's work is delivered to a high standard Negotiates realistic timescales for work delivery, ensuring team deliverables can be met Problem Solving is analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable and timely solutions. Level 2 indicators of effective performance Processes and distils a variety of information to understand a problem fully Proposes options for solutions to presented problems Builds on the ideas of others to encourage creative problem solving Thinks laterally about own work, considering different ways to approach problems Seeks the opinions and experiences of others to understand different approaches to problem-solving The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: GLA competency framework . This role is based at London Fire Brigade's Head Office (Union Street SE1 0LL). GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office. Application Process & Additional Information Please note all applications for this vacancy must be submitted via our online recruitment system. We do not accept CVs alone for this role. If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following: Up to date CV Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria outlined above in the advert. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the 'Additional Documents' section of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement. Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g. "CV - applicant name - 012345). Applications submitted without a Personal Statement will not be considered. London's diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression . click apply for full job details
We support agile working Click here for more information on agile working options. Agile Working Options Agile Working Options Job Share; Hybrid Working JOB TITLE: Investor Relations Director LOCATION: London (25 Gresham Street) HOURS: Full time WORKING PATTERN: Hybrid, 40% (or two days a week) in our London office About this opportunity: A great role has arisen within the Investor Relations (IR) team for a Director of Investor Relations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to further develop their career and gain great experience at the corporate centre of a FTSE20 financial services company. The IR function manages the Group's relationships with its institutional equity investors and sell side analysts and is responsible for developing and communicating the external messaging around company performance and strategy. We're a small, high profile team based in London. This is a challenging and exciting role at the heart of one of the UK's largest financial services companies, providing significant interaction with the external market and the senior management team. External interaction will include managing relationships with analysts and institutional investors, both in the UK and the rest of the world, to influence understanding and perception of the Group. This will include leading one to one and group meetings and responding to investor queries. Internally there will be significant contact with Central Finance, Group Strategy, Group Corporate Affairs and Group Corporate Treasury as well as the divisions and members of the Group Executive Committee. What you'll be doing: supporting the Group IR Director in ensuring that the Group's financial performance, prospects and delivery on strategy are communicated effectively through all channels. building and maintaining relationships with the external market, in particular buyside investors and sell side analysts. managing external market disclosure for Group announcements including preparing results materials (news release, slides and speeches) for the Group Chief Executive and Chief Financial Officer. ensuring Executive Management and Board are kept well appraised of market conditions and investor sentiment. deputising for the Group IR Director as needed, and playing a full role in supporting the leadership of a high performing IR team Some international travel may be required. About us: If you think all banks are the same, you'd be wrong. We're an innovative, fast-changing business that's shaping finance as a force for good. A bank that's empowering its people to innovate, explore possibilities and grow with purpose. What you'll need: Proven stakeholder and relationship management skills with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external partners; ability to operate and interact with the most senior levels of management Exceptional analytical and numerical skills with a strong attention to detail; An excellent understanding of financial reports and good knowledge of financial reporting requirements, though disclosure rules can be learned in the role Strong written communication and interpersonal skills Good understanding of the Group's performance and strategy Excellent organisational and commercial awareness with effective planning and control Personal motivation and an ability to work under pressure to tight timescales Ideally you'll have an accountancy qualification and/or CFA qualified with substantial relevant IR/ markets/ financials experience. About working for us: Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We want our people to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture. We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative. And it's why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups. We're disability confident. So, if you'd like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know. We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: A generous pension contribution of up to 15% An annual bonus award, subject to Group performance Share schemes including free shares Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping 30 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies Want to do amazing work, that's interesting and makes a difference to millions of people? Join our journey. By joining our Talent Community your profile will be visible to our recruitment teams, who are constantly looking to match outstanding talent with our current and future opportunities. Just complete the short form and we'll be able to keep you up to date. At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop. We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we're building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.
May 01, 2024
Full time
We support agile working Click here for more information on agile working options. Agile Working Options Agile Working Options Job Share; Hybrid Working JOB TITLE: Investor Relations Director LOCATION: London (25 Gresham Street) HOURS: Full time WORKING PATTERN: Hybrid, 40% (or two days a week) in our London office About this opportunity: A great role has arisen within the Investor Relations (IR) team for a Director of Investor Relations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to further develop their career and gain great experience at the corporate centre of a FTSE20 financial services company. The IR function manages the Group's relationships with its institutional equity investors and sell side analysts and is responsible for developing and communicating the external messaging around company performance and strategy. We're a small, high profile team based in London. This is a challenging and exciting role at the heart of one of the UK's largest financial services companies, providing significant interaction with the external market and the senior management team. External interaction will include managing relationships with analysts and institutional investors, both in the UK and the rest of the world, to influence understanding and perception of the Group. This will include leading one to one and group meetings and responding to investor queries. Internally there will be significant contact with Central Finance, Group Strategy, Group Corporate Affairs and Group Corporate Treasury as well as the divisions and members of the Group Executive Committee. What you'll be doing: supporting the Group IR Director in ensuring that the Group's financial performance, prospects and delivery on strategy are communicated effectively through all channels. building and maintaining relationships with the external market, in particular buyside investors and sell side analysts. managing external market disclosure for Group announcements including preparing results materials (news release, slides and speeches) for the Group Chief Executive and Chief Financial Officer. ensuring Executive Management and Board are kept well appraised of market conditions and investor sentiment. deputising for the Group IR Director as needed, and playing a full role in supporting the leadership of a high performing IR team Some international travel may be required. About us: If you think all banks are the same, you'd be wrong. We're an innovative, fast-changing business that's shaping finance as a force for good. A bank that's empowering its people to innovate, explore possibilities and grow with purpose. What you'll need: Proven stakeholder and relationship management skills with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external partners; ability to operate and interact with the most senior levels of management Exceptional analytical and numerical skills with a strong attention to detail; An excellent understanding of financial reports and good knowledge of financial reporting requirements, though disclosure rules can be learned in the role Strong written communication and interpersonal skills Good understanding of the Group's performance and strategy Excellent organisational and commercial awareness with effective planning and control Personal motivation and an ability to work under pressure to tight timescales Ideally you'll have an accountancy qualification and/or CFA qualified with substantial relevant IR/ markets/ financials experience. About working for us: Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We want our people to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture. We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative. And it's why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups. We're disability confident. So, if you'd like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know. We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: A generous pension contribution of up to 15% An annual bonus award, subject to Group performance Share schemes including free shares Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping 30 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies Want to do amazing work, that's interesting and makes a difference to millions of people? Join our journey. By joining our Talent Community your profile will be visible to our recruitment teams, who are constantly looking to match outstanding talent with our current and future opportunities. Just complete the short form and we'll be able to keep you up to date. At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop. We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we're building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.
HEAD OF PROCUREMENT - TECH/DATA/DIGITAL - LONDON X 2 PW - FINANCIAL REGULATORY BOARD - £90-115K + £5K + BENEFITS An exciting opportunity as Head of Procurement has emerged within the financial services sector, specifically targeting individuals with public sector experience. In this role, you will hold a pivotal position in steering strategic transformation within the organisation, particularly focusing on Technology services. This presents an exciting chance to influence the trajectory of procurement in accordance with their Technology Vision Statement and Strategy amidst a significant period of change As the Head of Procurement for Technology, Data, and Digital (DDaT), you will lead the charge in delivering innovative procurement solutions that align with our strategic objectives. Reporting directly to the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), you will oversee a team responsible for driving commercial outcomes and ensuring value for money across DDaT categories. Your expertise in futuristic technology, serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), will be instrumental in educating and guiding the financial services industry through innovative technologies such as AI Develop and manage a pipeline of procurement projects, prioritizing key initiatives and allocating resources effectively. Establish effective category strategies aligned with organizational priorities, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and benefits tracking. Provide expert advice and guidance on procurement best practices, utilizing market intelligence to optimize outcomes. Lead complex supplier negotiations and contract management activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and risk mitigation. Advocate for change initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement function This position presents a unique opportunity for individuals with public sector experience to join our Procurement leadership team during a phase of transformation and expansion. You will have the opportunity to lead change initiatives, drive digital enablement, and make a tangible impact on our organization's success. With our commitment to your professional development and a supportive work environment, you will be equipped with the necessary tools and resources to excel. If you are keen to understand more about this role, please reach out to Sophie at Key skills: Procurement, Digital, Technology, Data, Technology, Information Technology Procurement, Senior procurement Management, Procurement Manager, Indirect, Banking, finance, public sector, contract management, commercial, compliance
May 01, 2024
Full time
HEAD OF PROCUREMENT - TECH/DATA/DIGITAL - LONDON X 2 PW - FINANCIAL REGULATORY BOARD - £90-115K + £5K + BENEFITS An exciting opportunity as Head of Procurement has emerged within the financial services sector, specifically targeting individuals with public sector experience. In this role, you will hold a pivotal position in steering strategic transformation within the organisation, particularly focusing on Technology services. This presents an exciting chance to influence the trajectory of procurement in accordance with their Technology Vision Statement and Strategy amidst a significant period of change As the Head of Procurement for Technology, Data, and Digital (DDaT), you will lead the charge in delivering innovative procurement solutions that align with our strategic objectives. Reporting directly to the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), you will oversee a team responsible for driving commercial outcomes and ensuring value for money across DDaT categories. Your expertise in futuristic technology, serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), will be instrumental in educating and guiding the financial services industry through innovative technologies such as AI Develop and manage a pipeline of procurement projects, prioritizing key initiatives and allocating resources effectively. Establish effective category strategies aligned with organizational priorities, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and benefits tracking. Provide expert advice and guidance on procurement best practices, utilizing market intelligence to optimize outcomes. Lead complex supplier negotiations and contract management activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and risk mitigation. Advocate for change initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement function This position presents a unique opportunity for individuals with public sector experience to join our Procurement leadership team during a phase of transformation and expansion. You will have the opportunity to lead change initiatives, drive digital enablement, and make a tangible impact on our organization's success. With our commitment to your professional development and a supportive work environment, you will be equipped with the necessary tools and resources to excel. If you are keen to understand more about this role, please reach out to Sophie at Key skills: Procurement, Digital, Technology, Data, Technology, Information Technology Procurement, Senior procurement Management, Procurement Manager, Indirect, Banking, finance, public sector, contract management, commercial, compliance
Are you a Compliance Officer or Administrator working in the compliance or health and safety side of the business. Do you have a keen eye for detail and the ability to keep on top of documentation and processes to ensure compliance and health and safety are adhered to daily As Compliance Officer / Administrator you willbe responsible for overseeing directly employed engineers and specialist sub-cont click apply for full job details
May 01, 2024
Full time
Are you a Compliance Officer or Administrator working in the compliance or health and safety side of the business. Do you have a keen eye for detail and the ability to keep on top of documentation and processes to ensure compliance and health and safety are adhered to daily As Compliance Officer / Administrator you willbe responsible for overseeing directly employed engineers and specialist sub-cont click apply for full job details
We are looking for a pensions admin officer REMOTE ROLE 1 DAY PER MONTH IN OFFICE £12.27PH Shift timings- flexi time Monday to Friday. What sort of experience are you looking for in a candidate, and what is the minimum experience you are looking for? -Please confirm? We would like some experience working remotely and in an office environment click apply for full job details
May 01, 2024
Seasonal
We are looking for a pensions admin officer REMOTE ROLE 1 DAY PER MONTH IN OFFICE £12.27PH Shift timings- flexi time Monday to Friday. What sort of experience are you looking for in a candidate, and what is the minimum experience you are looking for? -Please confirm? We would like some experience working remotely and in an office environment click apply for full job details
- World Anglican Clerical Directory Contact Us Profile Login Retreat Centres CREATE A PROFILE NOW Home Jobs Executive Assistant and PA to the Chief Education Officer Posted 09/05/2018 inOther Print Executive Assistant and PA to the Chief Education Officer The Church of England Education Office London, UK Start Date02/06/2018 £25,931.00 Permanent More Details We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced PA with a passion for organising with accuracy and precision. As personal assistant to the Chief Education Officer, you will provide executive assistant support to the operations and leadership development teams within the Education Office and Foundation for Educational Leadership and administrative support for the National Society Council and Foundation Trustees. The rewards of this interesting and varied role include a competitive salary package, a 35 hour working week for work-life balance, a minimum of 25 days holiday plus 3 defined organisational days leave and an attractive pension scheme. Assistant Executive Vacancy Leave A Comment Related Posts Archives Assistant Business Services Officer Finance Officer Contribute To Our Blog 1. Post Your Blog Articles or News 2. Engage Our Global Readers 3. Share Your Knowledge & Thoughts Click To Become Our Blog Contributor " London, UK View On Larger Map Hosting An Event? 1. Advertise Your Event (Free) 2. Get More Attendees 3. Connect With Millions Post An Event Today " Share This Page is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, and will earn a small commission from sold products and services. Join Our Newsletter Click to Subscribe About World is a global directory of Anglican Priests and Churches in the Anglican Communion. In an age of online visibility, we have made it easier for Anglican Clergy and their Churches to be visible online, allowing people all over the world to find Clergy and/or Church (Christian presence) near them. Start searching the fast growing online Anglican community. Head Office S&M Media Group, World Anglican, International House, 24 Holborn Viaduct, London, EC1A 2BN Website How It Works Video Tutorials Add Your Church Advertise With Us Support Good Causes Community Forum Membership Features Search Browse Provinces Browse Locations Job Vacancies Shop Use of Cookies Get Connected Support FAQ Password Retrieval Contact Us Feedback Claim Listing Helpful Links Anglican Communion Anglican News Anglicans Online Episcopal News Anglican News Ghana Are You An Anglican Cleric? - Create a Profile Today " World Anglican Clerical Directory 2024. All Rights Reserved.Terms of Use Privacy Policy
May 01, 2024
Full time
- World Anglican Clerical Directory Contact Us Profile Login Retreat Centres CREATE A PROFILE NOW Home Jobs Executive Assistant and PA to the Chief Education Officer Posted 09/05/2018 inOther Print Executive Assistant and PA to the Chief Education Officer The Church of England Education Office London, UK Start Date02/06/2018 £25,931.00 Permanent More Details We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced PA with a passion for organising with accuracy and precision. As personal assistant to the Chief Education Officer, you will provide executive assistant support to the operations and leadership development teams within the Education Office and Foundation for Educational Leadership and administrative support for the National Society Council and Foundation Trustees. The rewards of this interesting and varied role include a competitive salary package, a 35 hour working week for work-life balance, a minimum of 25 days holiday plus 3 defined organisational days leave and an attractive pension scheme. Assistant Executive Vacancy Leave A Comment Related Posts Archives Assistant Business Services Officer Finance Officer Contribute To Our Blog 1. Post Your Blog Articles or News 2. Engage Our Global Readers 3. Share Your Knowledge & Thoughts Click To Become Our Blog Contributor " London, UK View On Larger Map Hosting An Event? 1. Advertise Your Event (Free) 2. Get More Attendees 3. Connect With Millions Post An Event Today " Share This Page is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, and will earn a small commission from sold products and services. Join Our Newsletter Click to Subscribe About World is a global directory of Anglican Priests and Churches in the Anglican Communion. In an age of online visibility, we have made it easier for Anglican Clergy and their Churches to be visible online, allowing people all over the world to find Clergy and/or Church (Christian presence) near them. Start searching the fast growing online Anglican community. Head Office S&M Media Group, World Anglican, International House, 24 Holborn Viaduct, London, EC1A 2BN Website How It Works Video Tutorials Add Your Church Advertise With Us Support Good Causes Community Forum Membership Features Search Browse Provinces Browse Locations Job Vacancies Shop Use of Cookies Get Connected Support FAQ Password Retrieval Contact Us Feedback Claim Listing Helpful Links Anglican Communion Anglican News Anglicans Online Episcopal News Anglican News Ghana Are You An Anglican Cleric? - Create a Profile Today " World Anglican Clerical Directory 2024. All Rights Reserved.Terms of Use Privacy Policy
Due to parental leave, an opportunity has arisen for a 12 month fixed term contract as our UK Financial Director. Simply Business is growing, we've been successful over the last few years and our track record shows dominance in our sector. Our commercial challenge is how to maintain that growth, continually testing and expending out. Reporting to Scott (Group Chief Finance Officer) and Alan (UK CEO), you'll be given the freedom to commercially partner with the UK business making sure that we're agile and effective in the delivery of our growth plans. contribute to the development of country strategy, challenge assumptions, and decision-making as appropriate provide financial analysis and guidance on all activities, plans, targets and business drivers form a close working relationship and act as the "intellectual sparring partner" of the UK CEO and other members of the UK management team control the budgeting and forecasting processes to monitor, assess and report to the various stakeholders progress against financial and appropriate non-financial targets take responsibility for leading the engagement with external auditors and other third party professional services providers support the Group CFO in company policies regarding capital requirements, debt, taxation, equity, disposals and acquisitions, as appropriate manage and develop a team of high-calibre finance professionals actively contribute to company social, environmental and DEI goals We're looking for someone who is: equipped to manage and guide a team through highly pressurised periods including month end, year end, and annual budgeting an excellent communicator who can adapt their style and approach to each stakeholder group a curator of a high-performance culture underpinned by data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement a partner and collaborator with management teams as they lead the continued growth and evolution of Simply Business's unique culture capable of preserving and strengthening the company values as it scales and lead your team to deliver against the organisations mission an expert navigator of change and growth, you are well-versed in coordinating the approach to corporate finance, debt, taxation, equity and acquisitions (We know it's tough, but please try to avoid the confidence gap. You don't have to match all the bullet points above to be considered for this role.) This role is regulated by the FCA and it will have specific responsibilities under those regulations. We'll explain these to you as part of the hiring process. You'll be performing Senior Management Functions under the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SM&CR), this means you'll also be subject to enhanced check and referencing in accordance with the FCA's guidelines. We encourage people of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive, supportive place for you to be you and do your very best work. Looking for a 12 month role full of personal and professional development Apply today. About Simply Business We insure small businesses and enable big dreams - not just for our customers, but for our people and communities too. With over 900,000 active insurance policies, we protect builders, bakers, landlords, and more than 1,000 other trades. We're as much a technology company as one that sells insurance. We build, we fail, we learn, we improve. We're a B Corp too, which recognises our strong track record of having a positive impact on people, society and the environment. We support every team member to balance work and life effectively. • remote working - you can balance working remotely and connecting with colleagues in the office • mental health and wellbeing resources - access to counselling and technology to support your mental health • flexible parental leave - we pay six months full pay to the primary caregiver, and four weeks full pay if you're the secondary caregiver • paid sabbatical - two weeks off when you've been here five years and four weeks off when you've been here 10, 15 and 20 years • a dedicated learning platform - the platform lets you balance both work and life goals (including management and leadership programme) • life event leave - an extra day of leave every two years for whatever you want: moving house, welcoming a new pet, or your birthday We also make sure you're compensated fairly. • competitive salary - based upon your experience and the market we're in from day one • annual bonus - the potential to earn a bonus based on business performance • pension - we match what you put into your pension up to five percent • health cash plan - we reimburse your everyday medical expenses • holiday entitlement - 25 days leave, plus bank holidays (you can also use your flexible benefits to get up to five days more!) • life assurance - four times your basic salary • flexible benefits scheme - an allocated allowance to use each year on things like private medical insurance, dental insurance, travel insurance, up to five days extra holiday, and gym membership. Ready to join us and drive our success as a high-performing team? Apply today. Keep up to date with Simply Business. Subscribe to our monthly newsletter and follow us on social media. 6th Floor99 Gresham StreetLondonEC2V 7NG Northampton 900900 Pavilion DriveNorthamptonNN4 7RG
May 01, 2024
Full time
Due to parental leave, an opportunity has arisen for a 12 month fixed term contract as our UK Financial Director. Simply Business is growing, we've been successful over the last few years and our track record shows dominance in our sector. Our commercial challenge is how to maintain that growth, continually testing and expending out. Reporting to Scott (Group Chief Finance Officer) and Alan (UK CEO), you'll be given the freedom to commercially partner with the UK business making sure that we're agile and effective in the delivery of our growth plans. contribute to the development of country strategy, challenge assumptions, and decision-making as appropriate provide financial analysis and guidance on all activities, plans, targets and business drivers form a close working relationship and act as the "intellectual sparring partner" of the UK CEO and other members of the UK management team control the budgeting and forecasting processes to monitor, assess and report to the various stakeholders progress against financial and appropriate non-financial targets take responsibility for leading the engagement with external auditors and other third party professional services providers support the Group CFO in company policies regarding capital requirements, debt, taxation, equity, disposals and acquisitions, as appropriate manage and develop a team of high-calibre finance professionals actively contribute to company social, environmental and DEI goals We're looking for someone who is: equipped to manage and guide a team through highly pressurised periods including month end, year end, and annual budgeting an excellent communicator who can adapt their style and approach to each stakeholder group a curator of a high-performance culture underpinned by data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement a partner and collaborator with management teams as they lead the continued growth and evolution of Simply Business's unique culture capable of preserving and strengthening the company values as it scales and lead your team to deliver against the organisations mission an expert navigator of change and growth, you are well-versed in coordinating the approach to corporate finance, debt, taxation, equity and acquisitions (We know it's tough, but please try to avoid the confidence gap. You don't have to match all the bullet points above to be considered for this role.) This role is regulated by the FCA and it will have specific responsibilities under those regulations. We'll explain these to you as part of the hiring process. You'll be performing Senior Management Functions under the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SM&CR), this means you'll also be subject to enhanced check and referencing in accordance with the FCA's guidelines. We encourage people of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive, supportive place for you to be you and do your very best work. Looking for a 12 month role full of personal and professional development Apply today. About Simply Business We insure small businesses and enable big dreams - not just for our customers, but for our people and communities too. With over 900,000 active insurance policies, we protect builders, bakers, landlords, and more than 1,000 other trades. We're as much a technology company as one that sells insurance. We build, we fail, we learn, we improve. We're a B Corp too, which recognises our strong track record of having a positive impact on people, society and the environment. We support every team member to balance work and life effectively. • remote working - you can balance working remotely and connecting with colleagues in the office • mental health and wellbeing resources - access to counselling and technology to support your mental health • flexible parental leave - we pay six months full pay to the primary caregiver, and four weeks full pay if you're the secondary caregiver • paid sabbatical - two weeks off when you've been here five years and four weeks off when you've been here 10, 15 and 20 years • a dedicated learning platform - the platform lets you balance both work and life goals (including management and leadership programme) • life event leave - an extra day of leave every two years for whatever you want: moving house, welcoming a new pet, or your birthday We also make sure you're compensated fairly. • competitive salary - based upon your experience and the market we're in from day one • annual bonus - the potential to earn a bonus based on business performance • pension - we match what you put into your pension up to five percent • health cash plan - we reimburse your everyday medical expenses • holiday entitlement - 25 days leave, plus bank holidays (you can also use your flexible benefits to get up to five days more!) • life assurance - four times your basic salary • flexible benefits scheme - an allocated allowance to use each year on things like private medical insurance, dental insurance, travel insurance, up to five days extra holiday, and gym membership. Ready to join us and drive our success as a high-performing team? Apply today. Keep up to date with Simply Business. Subscribe to our monthly newsletter and follow us on social media. 6th Floor99 Gresham StreetLondonEC2V 7NG Northampton 900900 Pavilion DriveNorthamptonNN4 7RG
Senior Accountant Coleford up to £51,513 per annum The Client My lient, a Local Authority owned company, are seeking someone to bring finance support and additional expertise to the team. The Opportunity To assist the Chief Accountant in providing strong and effective corporate and operational financial management Leading on the development and continuous improvement of the financial reporting framework and systems to support better financial management, including improved monitoring and forecasting of revenue and capital budgets Supporting the savings and transformation programme and project work, in the development and implementation of new approaches to service delivery Provision of technical accounting advice support to the Chief Accountant to ensure the company fulfils its responsibilities under relevant accounting standards and legislation Key Responsibilities Establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected members, internal and external partners, stakeholders and communities in order to develop and improve services Assist with the development of new approaches to service delivery, ensuring continuous improvement in performance demonstrating value for money for residents Assist with the development of business cases in accordance with Project Management Framework providing robust financial advice and support, and acting as a critical friend on projects Develop and continuous improvement of the financial reporting framework and systems to support better financial management, including improved monitoring and forecasting of revenue and capital budgets Support the Section 151 Officer and the Chief Accountant with the preparation of the annual budget and Medium Term Financial Strategy Accounts closure and production, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, the CIPFA code and other external reporting requirement Liaising with External Audit as the key contact to ensure statutory reporting deadlines are achieved and audit queries are logged, managed and responded to with agreed timescales Lead the provision of technical support and advice to the Chief Accountant and Senior Managers including the implications of new legislation and CIPFA Codes of Practice Completion of statutory Government returns and providing financial support to benchmarking and unit cost analysis where appropriate Working to add value to, and be a valued member of the team Work in compliance with the Codes of Conduct, Regulations and policies Exercise proper and absolute integrity in respect of all confidential matters and the confidentiality of personal and sensitive information Personal Profile Qualifications: A relevant professional qualification (CCAB qualified) Experience Significant post qualification experience in the public sector Proven experience of working at a senior level in a finance team or working as the finance lead on major corporate projects Local Government experience preferred Proven experience in financial reporting Proven successful line management experience, motivating and developing team members and addressing performance where necessary Skills and knowledge Current and in depth knowledge of Local Government finance Well-developed communication and networking skills For further information, please contact Rhian Mountjoy By responding, we will register you as a candidate with Seymour John Limited. To understand how we will use your personal data, please read the Privacy Policy on our website.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Senior Accountant Coleford up to £51,513 per annum The Client My lient, a Local Authority owned company, are seeking someone to bring finance support and additional expertise to the team. The Opportunity To assist the Chief Accountant in providing strong and effective corporate and operational financial management Leading on the development and continuous improvement of the financial reporting framework and systems to support better financial management, including improved monitoring and forecasting of revenue and capital budgets Supporting the savings and transformation programme and project work, in the development and implementation of new approaches to service delivery Provision of technical accounting advice support to the Chief Accountant to ensure the company fulfils its responsibilities under relevant accounting standards and legislation Key Responsibilities Establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected members, internal and external partners, stakeholders and communities in order to develop and improve services Assist with the development of new approaches to service delivery, ensuring continuous improvement in performance demonstrating value for money for residents Assist with the development of business cases in accordance with Project Management Framework providing robust financial advice and support, and acting as a critical friend on projects Develop and continuous improvement of the financial reporting framework and systems to support better financial management, including improved monitoring and forecasting of revenue and capital budgets Support the Section 151 Officer and the Chief Accountant with the preparation of the annual budget and Medium Term Financial Strategy Accounts closure and production, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, the CIPFA code and other external reporting requirement Liaising with External Audit as the key contact to ensure statutory reporting deadlines are achieved and audit queries are logged, managed and responded to with agreed timescales Lead the provision of technical support and advice to the Chief Accountant and Senior Managers including the implications of new legislation and CIPFA Codes of Practice Completion of statutory Government returns and providing financial support to benchmarking and unit cost analysis where appropriate Working to add value to, and be a valued member of the team Work in compliance with the Codes of Conduct, Regulations and policies Exercise proper and absolute integrity in respect of all confidential matters and the confidentiality of personal and sensitive information Personal Profile Qualifications: A relevant professional qualification (CCAB qualified) Experience Significant post qualification experience in the public sector Proven experience of working at a senior level in a finance team or working as the finance lead on major corporate projects Local Government experience preferred Proven experience in financial reporting Proven successful line management experience, motivating and developing team members and addressing performance where necessary Skills and knowledge Current and in depth knowledge of Local Government finance Well-developed communication and networking skills For further information, please contact Rhian Mountjoy By responding, we will register you as a candidate with Seymour John Limited. To understand how we will use your personal data, please read the Privacy Policy on our website.
Capital City College Group - Chief Finance Officer Vacancy Description Capital City College Group, the largest FE provider in London's education sector, is seeking to appoint a Chief Finance Officer. This influential group supports over 25,000 students every year, to develop the skills and knowledge to advance their career prospects or progress into higher forms of education. This is done by an unrelenting commitment to curriculum innovation and an obsession with the quality of the student experience, which is underpinned by a resilient and prudent approach to financial management. Capital City College Group are widely recognised for their commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and educational excellence, positively impacting the lives of students across the capital and beyond. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will lead the finance and wider resourcing strategy, with the remit to ensure the financial integrity of the Group through enhanced business planning, financial control, and reporting, to maximise efficiencies and drive operational excellence. You will provide the day-to-day line management for the Finance, Audit, MI, Funding, Estates, Procurement, and IT functions, with a clear focus on business transformation, asset utilisation and the Groups commercial activities, whilst ensuring the corporate services function is highly customer centric and aligned to the changing needs of the Group. You will be a qualified, commercially focused finance professional with a wealth of strategic experience gained within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment. Alongside an inspirational leadership style, you will bring excellent analytical and planning skills and be fully conversant with change and possess effective project management skills. You will have excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, with the capacity to engage at all levels across and beyond the organisation, solving complex strategic challenges through deliverable and workable business solutions. This is a rare opportunity for a finance professional with a passion for education and community engagement. If you are driven, strategic and ready to play a pivotal role in a vibrant educational environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role with Capital City College Group. Join us on our mission to transform lives through exceptional education and training. For more details about this exciting opportunity, please review the brief below. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter and CV to by 9.00am Monday 13 th May 2024 referencing DP3110. For a confidential and informal discussion, please call John Dodd on / or email him directly at
May 01, 2024
Full time
Capital City College Group - Chief Finance Officer Vacancy Description Capital City College Group, the largest FE provider in London's education sector, is seeking to appoint a Chief Finance Officer. This influential group supports over 25,000 students every year, to develop the skills and knowledge to advance their career prospects or progress into higher forms of education. This is done by an unrelenting commitment to curriculum innovation and an obsession with the quality of the student experience, which is underpinned by a resilient and prudent approach to financial management. Capital City College Group are widely recognised for their commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and educational excellence, positively impacting the lives of students across the capital and beyond. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will lead the finance and wider resourcing strategy, with the remit to ensure the financial integrity of the Group through enhanced business planning, financial control, and reporting, to maximise efficiencies and drive operational excellence. You will provide the day-to-day line management for the Finance, Audit, MI, Funding, Estates, Procurement, and IT functions, with a clear focus on business transformation, asset utilisation and the Groups commercial activities, whilst ensuring the corporate services function is highly customer centric and aligned to the changing needs of the Group. You will be a qualified, commercially focused finance professional with a wealth of strategic experience gained within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment. Alongside an inspirational leadership style, you will bring excellent analytical and planning skills and be fully conversant with change and possess effective project management skills. You will have excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, with the capacity to engage at all levels across and beyond the organisation, solving complex strategic challenges through deliverable and workable business solutions. This is a rare opportunity for a finance professional with a passion for education and community engagement. If you are driven, strategic and ready to play a pivotal role in a vibrant educational environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role with Capital City College Group. Join us on our mission to transform lives through exceptional education and training. For more details about this exciting opportunity, please review the brief below. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter and CV to by 9.00am Monday 13 th May 2024 referencing DP3110. For a confidential and informal discussion, please call John Dodd on / or email him directly at
Block is one company built from many blocks, all united by the same purpose of economic empowerment. The blocks that form our foundational teams - People, Finance, Counsel, Hardware, Information Security, Platform Infrastructure Engineering, and more - provide support and guidance at the corporate level. They work across business groups and around the globe, spanning time zones and disciplines to develop inclusive People policies, forecast finances, give legal counsel, safeguard systems, nurture new initiatives, and more. Every challenge creates possibilities, and we need different perspectives to see them all. Bring yours to Block. Job Description Square is looking for a Head of Compliance & Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to join our team in the UK, who will report to the regional Chief Compliance Officer for Europe. You will drive implementation of compliance control, processes and required operations under the regulatory and AML/CTF programs. The successful candidate will work as an integrated part of our global Compliance team, leveraging the broader organization and resources to ensure that we maintain an effective AML/CTF program and meet all our regulatory compliance obligations. This role is essential to Square's success in the UK and will work with colleagues across Compliance, Legal, Payments and Industry Relations, Finance, Risk, Internal Audit, Product, and Sales and Marketing. This role must be based in the United Kingdom. Drive a culture of compliance across the business with a focus on the voice of the consumer. Develop AML and financial crime processes, and ensure the implementation and appropriate controls that reflect business and regulatory requirements Facilitate risk-based Know Your Customer and Transaction Monitoring programmes to detect unusual activity and investigate and report suspicious activity in accordance to regulatory requirements Build relationships with relevant authorities, payment schemes, and regulators to ensure we operate according to the latest Financial Crime trends Ensure accurate responses and reports to the Regulator. Oversee the operations of the UK Compliance team, including training, capacity planning, tracking team and individual Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) for the programme Work with Compliance leads to provide strategic planning, organisational structure, focus areas, and quarterly goals and key results Work with all relevant partners, financial institution partners, card networks and regulatory authorities Conduct compliance review and analysis of new regulatory developments and maintain oversight of developments affecting business activities Prepare reports to senior management and Board of Directors to communicate all relevant compliance issues and escalate any important or high risk compliance issues Work with internal compliance teams (such as Governance, Product Advisory, Quality Control) to identify clear steps necessary to avoid regulatory risks and provide solutions Qualifications 8+ years of experience in a complex, financial services firm, or related e-money/payments industry with experience to operate at a Head of Compliance, MLRO or Deputy MLRO level 5+ years of people management experience Operational knowledge in building and running a sound compliance programme, with hands-on knowledge and an understanding of regulatory requirements for the UK Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with senior management and third-party stakeholders Ability to build collaborative working relations with peers, colleagues and with remote based teams with individuals at all levels of the organisation Experience with data visualisation tools Additional Information We're working to build a more inclusive economy where our customers have equal access to opportunity, and we strive to live by these same values in building our workplace. Block is a proud equal opportunity employer. We work hard to evaluate all employees and job applicants consistently, based solely on the core competencies required of the role at hand, and without regard to any legally protected class. We believe in being fair, and are committed to an inclusive interview experience, including providing reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. We encourage applicants to share any needed accommodations with their recruiter, who will treat these requests as confidentially as possible. Want to learn more about what we're doing to build a workplace that is fair and square? Check out our I+D page . We've noticed a rise in recruiting impersonations across the industry, where individuals are sending fake job offer emails.Contact from any of our recruiters or employees will always come from an email address ending , . Block, Inc. (NYSE: SQ) is a global technology company with a focus on financial services. Made up of Square, Cash App, Spiral, TIDAL, and TBD, we build tools to help more people access the economy. Square helps sellers run and grow their businesses with its integrated ecosystem of commerce solutions, business software, and banking services. With Cash App, anyone can easily send, spend, or invest their money in stocks or Bitcoin. Spiral (formerly Square Crypto) builds and funds free, open-source Bitcoin projects. Artists use TIDAL to help them succeed as entrepreneurs and connect more deeply with fans. TBD is building an open developer platform to make it easier to access Bitcoin and other blockchain technologies without having to go through an institution.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Block is one company built from many blocks, all united by the same purpose of economic empowerment. The blocks that form our foundational teams - People, Finance, Counsel, Hardware, Information Security, Platform Infrastructure Engineering, and more - provide support and guidance at the corporate level. They work across business groups and around the globe, spanning time zones and disciplines to develop inclusive People policies, forecast finances, give legal counsel, safeguard systems, nurture new initiatives, and more. Every challenge creates possibilities, and we need different perspectives to see them all. Bring yours to Block. Job Description Square is looking for a Head of Compliance & Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to join our team in the UK, who will report to the regional Chief Compliance Officer for Europe. You will drive implementation of compliance control, processes and required operations under the regulatory and AML/CTF programs. The successful candidate will work as an integrated part of our global Compliance team, leveraging the broader organization and resources to ensure that we maintain an effective AML/CTF program and meet all our regulatory compliance obligations. This role is essential to Square's success in the UK and will work with colleagues across Compliance, Legal, Payments and Industry Relations, Finance, Risk, Internal Audit, Product, and Sales and Marketing. This role must be based in the United Kingdom. Drive a culture of compliance across the business with a focus on the voice of the consumer. Develop AML and financial crime processes, and ensure the implementation and appropriate controls that reflect business and regulatory requirements Facilitate risk-based Know Your Customer and Transaction Monitoring programmes to detect unusual activity and investigate and report suspicious activity in accordance to regulatory requirements Build relationships with relevant authorities, payment schemes, and regulators to ensure we operate according to the latest Financial Crime trends Ensure accurate responses and reports to the Regulator. Oversee the operations of the UK Compliance team, including training, capacity planning, tracking team and individual Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) for the programme Work with Compliance leads to provide strategic planning, organisational structure, focus areas, and quarterly goals and key results Work with all relevant partners, financial institution partners, card networks and regulatory authorities Conduct compliance review and analysis of new regulatory developments and maintain oversight of developments affecting business activities Prepare reports to senior management and Board of Directors to communicate all relevant compliance issues and escalate any important or high risk compliance issues Work with internal compliance teams (such as Governance, Product Advisory, Quality Control) to identify clear steps necessary to avoid regulatory risks and provide solutions Qualifications 8+ years of experience in a complex, financial services firm, or related e-money/payments industry with experience to operate at a Head of Compliance, MLRO or Deputy MLRO level 5+ years of people management experience Operational knowledge in building and running a sound compliance programme, with hands-on knowledge and an understanding of regulatory requirements for the UK Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with senior management and third-party stakeholders Ability to build collaborative working relations with peers, colleagues and with remote based teams with individuals at all levels of the organisation Experience with data visualisation tools Additional Information We're working to build a more inclusive economy where our customers have equal access to opportunity, and we strive to live by these same values in building our workplace. Block is a proud equal opportunity employer. We work hard to evaluate all employees and job applicants consistently, based solely on the core competencies required of the role at hand, and without regard to any legally protected class. We believe in being fair, and are committed to an inclusive interview experience, including providing reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. We encourage applicants to share any needed accommodations with their recruiter, who will treat these requests as confidentially as possible. Want to learn more about what we're doing to build a workplace that is fair and square? Check out our I+D page . We've noticed a rise in recruiting impersonations across the industry, where individuals are sending fake job offer emails.Contact from any of our recruiters or employees will always come from an email address ending , . Block, Inc. (NYSE: SQ) is a global technology company with a focus on financial services. Made up of Square, Cash App, Spiral, TIDAL, and TBD, we build tools to help more people access the economy. Square helps sellers run and grow their businesses with its integrated ecosystem of commerce solutions, business software, and banking services. With Cash App, anyone can easily send, spend, or invest their money in stocks or Bitcoin. Spiral (formerly Square Crypto) builds and funds free, open-source Bitcoin projects. Artists use TIDAL to help them succeed as entrepreneurs and connect more deeply with fans. TBD is building an open developer platform to make it easier to access Bitcoin and other blockchain technologies without having to go through an institution.
We have a new and exciting opportunity for a Local Growth Officer- North West to join our Growth and Communities Team. Location: Home Based within the North West Salary: £31,716 per annum - Band E, Level 3 Term: Fixed-Term Contract to March 2025 Working Hours: 35 hours per week We're Scouts and everyone's welcome here - all genders, races and backgrounds click apply for full job details
May 01, 2024
Contractor
We have a new and exciting opportunity for a Local Growth Officer- North West to join our Growth and Communities Team. Location: Home Based within the North West Salary: £31,716 per annum - Band E, Level 3 Term: Fixed-Term Contract to March 2025 Working Hours: 35 hours per week We're Scouts and everyone's welcome here - all genders, races and backgrounds click apply for full job details
The UK Commercial Lending Management (CLM) Head is a key position in the UK Commercial Bank, leading a team of 22 credit underwriters and having responsibility for sponsoring, structuring, recommending and approving credit facilities to existing and new clients. The UK Commercial Bank is a high growth business, which is targeted to continue to materially increase in size over the next 5 years in terms of number of clients, exposure and people. The UK CLM Team Lead will therefore play a key first line of defense role to ensure the portfolio is grown in an appropriate manner, the right culture maintained, new talent identified and onboarded and the skill set of the team enhanced. Responsibilities • Coordinate activities of CLM Industry Team Leads and Underwriters to ensure efficient credit process and fast turnaround times. • Support CLM Industry Team Leads and Credit Underwriters in credit risk assessment and transaction structuring • Establish priorities for Credit Underwriters and Approvers in terms of processing Annual Reviews, CCM's and new transactions. • Provide guidance to the team and become a point of reference for the interpretation, application and compliance with Credit Policies, Standards and Procedures. • Take a leading role in green light and full credit approval meetings • Maintain strong focus on turnaround time (TAT) to both improve client experience and minimize adverse selection • Encourage a risk differentiated approach to achieve efficient underwriting process • Set appropriate goals and provides timely feedback, coaching, training and challenging assignments to motivate staff and drive superior performance • Attract and retain good quality talent from inside or outside the Bank as required • Train, develop and coach team members to become strong credit officers • Act as a link between Coverage and Risk to facilitate strong cooperation to achieve financial and other goals • Partner with Relationship Managers in customer meetings, engaging clients' senior managers, as well as with external advisors and consultants • Work with Independent Risk to monitor external environment or any potential emerging risks which may have an impact on individual or overall credit portfolio Knowledge and Experience Experienced Senior Credit Officer Highly experienced within credit within the UK Banking & Finance sector Solid People Management Skills Broad based experience in structuring credit agreements Strong understanding of Commercial Banking business Education: Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience MBA or equivalent in Business Management/Banking or Chartered Accountant/CFA/CPA preferred Equal Opportunity We recognize talent comes from a wealth of experience and ideas beyond just the technical specifications of a role. If you feel like you can make a meaningful impact even if you don't necessarily check all the listed requirements, please still consider applying . Diversity of experience and skills supplemented with drive are cornerstones to innovation and excellence and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Candidates applying for this role must be aware that it is a Certified Role, subject to the FCA and PRA Certification Regime. The Certification Regime is one element of the Individual Accountability Regime which came into effect on 7 March 2016. Under the Certification Regime, Citi UK regulated entities (Citi entities) must ensure that employees working in certain roles categorised as specified significant harm functions (Certified Roles) are assessed as fit and proper to carry out their role. Under the guidance provided by the FCA and PRA, firms should have regard to the following when assessing fitness and propriety: • Honesty, integrity and reputation • Financial soundness • Competence and capability In order to comply with the requirements of the Certification Regime, Citi entities must take reasonable care to ensure that an employee does not perform a Certified Role without first being certified as Fit and Proper. For this reason, you will be assessed for this role against the Fit and Proper requirements, as described above. This assessment will be carried out through extensive interviews, self-disclosures, permitted criminal record checks, regulated reference checks, credit checks and other background screening checks. Job Family Group: Risk Management Job Family: Credit & Portfolio Risk Management Time Type: Full time Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Citigroup Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Citi") invite all qualified interested applicants to apply for career opportunities. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi . View the " EEO is the Law " poster. View the EEO is the Law Supplement . View the EEO Policy Statement . View the Pay Transparency Posting
May 01, 2024
Full time
The UK Commercial Lending Management (CLM) Head is a key position in the UK Commercial Bank, leading a team of 22 credit underwriters and having responsibility for sponsoring, structuring, recommending and approving credit facilities to existing and new clients. The UK Commercial Bank is a high growth business, which is targeted to continue to materially increase in size over the next 5 years in terms of number of clients, exposure and people. The UK CLM Team Lead will therefore play a key first line of defense role to ensure the portfolio is grown in an appropriate manner, the right culture maintained, new talent identified and onboarded and the skill set of the team enhanced. Responsibilities • Coordinate activities of CLM Industry Team Leads and Underwriters to ensure efficient credit process and fast turnaround times. • Support CLM Industry Team Leads and Credit Underwriters in credit risk assessment and transaction structuring • Establish priorities for Credit Underwriters and Approvers in terms of processing Annual Reviews, CCM's and new transactions. • Provide guidance to the team and become a point of reference for the interpretation, application and compliance with Credit Policies, Standards and Procedures. • Take a leading role in green light and full credit approval meetings • Maintain strong focus on turnaround time (TAT) to both improve client experience and minimize adverse selection • Encourage a risk differentiated approach to achieve efficient underwriting process • Set appropriate goals and provides timely feedback, coaching, training and challenging assignments to motivate staff and drive superior performance • Attract and retain good quality talent from inside or outside the Bank as required • Train, develop and coach team members to become strong credit officers • Act as a link between Coverage and Risk to facilitate strong cooperation to achieve financial and other goals • Partner with Relationship Managers in customer meetings, engaging clients' senior managers, as well as with external advisors and consultants • Work with Independent Risk to monitor external environment or any potential emerging risks which may have an impact on individual or overall credit portfolio Knowledge and Experience Experienced Senior Credit Officer Highly experienced within credit within the UK Banking & Finance sector Solid People Management Skills Broad based experience in structuring credit agreements Strong understanding of Commercial Banking business Education: Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience MBA or equivalent in Business Management/Banking or Chartered Accountant/CFA/CPA preferred Equal Opportunity We recognize talent comes from a wealth of experience and ideas beyond just the technical specifications of a role. If you feel like you can make a meaningful impact even if you don't necessarily check all the listed requirements, please still consider applying . Diversity of experience and skills supplemented with drive are cornerstones to innovation and excellence and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Candidates applying for this role must be aware that it is a Certified Role, subject to the FCA and PRA Certification Regime. The Certification Regime is one element of the Individual Accountability Regime which came into effect on 7 March 2016. Under the Certification Regime, Citi UK regulated entities (Citi entities) must ensure that employees working in certain roles categorised as specified significant harm functions (Certified Roles) are assessed as fit and proper to carry out their role. Under the guidance provided by the FCA and PRA, firms should have regard to the following when assessing fitness and propriety: • Honesty, integrity and reputation • Financial soundness • Competence and capability In order to comply with the requirements of the Certification Regime, Citi entities must take reasonable care to ensure that an employee does not perform a Certified Role without first being certified as Fit and Proper. For this reason, you will be assessed for this role against the Fit and Proper requirements, as described above. This assessment will be carried out through extensive interviews, self-disclosures, permitted criminal record checks, regulated reference checks, credit checks and other background screening checks. Job Family Group: Risk Management Job Family: Credit & Portfolio Risk Management Time Type: Full time Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Citigroup Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Citi") invite all qualified interested applicants to apply for career opportunities. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi . View the " EEO is the Law " poster. View the EEO is the Law Supplement . View the EEO Policy Statement . View the Pay Transparency Posting
Description - External Some careers shine brighter than others. If you're looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC and fulfil your potential. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further. As an HSBC employee Channel Islands and Isle of Man (CIIOM) you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all employees, enhanced parental and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a non-contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution. We are currently seeking an experienced individual to join this team in the role of Premier Relationship Officer. The role of the Premier Relationship Officer is a key administration support role, enhancing Relationship Manager's client interaction time and providing an outstanding customer experience to clients. The role provides dedicated administration support to a team of Premier Relationship Managers (PRM) in the overall achievement of their objectives. You will provide high quality service to achieve maximum customer satisfaction by resolving customer queries at first contact or qualify customer needs in order to offer relevant products, services and solutions. In this role, you will: Support Premier Relationship Managers to manage client contact and service, including direct customer contact, facilitating a smooth hand over where appropriate, and managing key event reminders to maintain active client contact Become knowledgeable about HSBC's Premier banking propositions and be able to assist with the more complex and demanding needs of the Bank's most affluent customers. Work closely with a team of Premier Wealth Managers and have an understanding of the Premier Wealth journey. Be able to work together with other areas of the business, including HSBC Commercial, Private Bank and Expat to offer a joined up banking service for our Premier clients. Suggest ideas and contribute to implementing actions that will improve customer service, quality or the way teams and individuals work together. Continuously monitor and gather information to assess potential impacts and identify possible risks and opportunities for the business. Aim to resolve the customer's queries at the first point of contact and minimise referrals to the PRM for routine transactions. To be successful in this role you should meet the following requirements: A proactive approach to reviewing client needs, with a view to deepening relationships and delivering superior customer service Strong organisational skills with previous administrations experience A flexible and adaptable approach to change and will support others to respond in a similar way Excellent spoken and written communication skills Worked collaboratively with other colleagues and departments to offer a seamless banking service for our customers. Experience of planning and prioritising their own time effectively, aware of their responsibilities and committed to delivering these efficiently For further details and application information please click 'Apply' You'll achieve more when you join HSBC. This role will be based in Jersey, Channel Islands. For further details and application information please click 'Apply' Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we're dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our recruitment processes are accessible to everyone - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We take pride in being part of the Disability Confident Scheme. This helps make sure you can be interviewed fairly if you have a disability, long term health condition, or are neurodiverse. If you'd like to apply for one of our roles and need adjustments made, please get in touch with our Recruitment Helpdesk: Email: Telephone: JBRP1_UKTJ
May 01, 2024
Full time
Description - External Some careers shine brighter than others. If you're looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC and fulfil your potential. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further. As an HSBC employee Channel Islands and Isle of Man (CIIOM) you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all employees, enhanced parental and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a non-contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution. We are currently seeking an experienced individual to join this team in the role of Premier Relationship Officer. The role of the Premier Relationship Officer is a key administration support role, enhancing Relationship Manager's client interaction time and providing an outstanding customer experience to clients. The role provides dedicated administration support to a team of Premier Relationship Managers (PRM) in the overall achievement of their objectives. You will provide high quality service to achieve maximum customer satisfaction by resolving customer queries at first contact or qualify customer needs in order to offer relevant products, services and solutions. In this role, you will: Support Premier Relationship Managers to manage client contact and service, including direct customer contact, facilitating a smooth hand over where appropriate, and managing key event reminders to maintain active client contact Become knowledgeable about HSBC's Premier banking propositions and be able to assist with the more complex and demanding needs of the Bank's most affluent customers. Work closely with a team of Premier Wealth Managers and have an understanding of the Premier Wealth journey. Be able to work together with other areas of the business, including HSBC Commercial, Private Bank and Expat to offer a joined up banking service for our Premier clients. Suggest ideas and contribute to implementing actions that will improve customer service, quality or the way teams and individuals work together. Continuously monitor and gather information to assess potential impacts and identify possible risks and opportunities for the business. Aim to resolve the customer's queries at the first point of contact and minimise referrals to the PRM for routine transactions. To be successful in this role you should meet the following requirements: A proactive approach to reviewing client needs, with a view to deepening relationships and delivering superior customer service Strong organisational skills with previous administrations experience A flexible and adaptable approach to change and will support others to respond in a similar way Excellent spoken and written communication skills Worked collaboratively with other colleagues and departments to offer a seamless banking service for our customers. Experience of planning and prioritising their own time effectively, aware of their responsibilities and committed to delivering these efficiently For further details and application information please click 'Apply' You'll achieve more when you join HSBC. This role will be based in Jersey, Channel Islands. For further details and application information please click 'Apply' Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we're dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our recruitment processes are accessible to everyone - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We take pride in being part of the Disability Confident Scheme. This helps make sure you can be interviewed fairly if you have a disability, long term health condition, or are neurodiverse. If you'd like to apply for one of our roles and need adjustments made, please get in touch with our Recruitment Helpdesk: Email: Telephone: JBRP1_UKTJ
Office Administrator / Compliance Officer An opening exists within an established office seeking an experienced driven Secretary/Office Administrator to support the bustling Lettings and Sales Departments, with a flare for the role. The successful Office Administrator/Compliance Officer will have a proven track record in an office environment and have atleast1 Years Experience in the same or a simi. . click apply for full job details
May 01, 2024
Contractor
Office Administrator / Compliance Officer An opening exists within an established office seeking an experienced driven Secretary/Office Administrator to support the bustling Lettings and Sales Departments, with a flare for the role. The successful Office Administrator/Compliance Officer will have a proven track record in an office environment and have atleast1 Years Experience in the same or a simi. . click apply for full job details
Our Impact Goldman Sachs Global Compliance is dedicated to protecting the reputation of the firm, managing risk and helping to advance the business of the firm. From global financial centers to important developing markets, Global Compliance professionals interpret and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and determine how the firm can appropriately pursue global market opportunities. Global Compliance is organized broadly into divisional compliance groups and centralized compliance groups. Goldman Sachs Private Wealth Management (PWM) specializes in creating comprehensive wealth management plans for high net worth individuals and families, as well as select institutions, including foundations and endowments. As part of PWM Compliance, your role will be focused on preventing, detecting and mitigating compliance, regulatory and reputational risk across the firm and help strengthen the firm's culture of compliance. Compliance accomplishes these through the firm's enterprise-wide compliance risk management program. As an independent control function and part of the firm's second line of defence, Compliance assesses the firm's compliance, regulatory and reputational risk; monitors for compliance with new or amended laws, rules and regulations; designs and implements controls, policies, procedures and training; conducts independent testing; investigates, surveils and monitors for compliance risks and breaches; and leads the firm's responses to regulatory examinations, audits and inquiries. You'll be part of a team with members from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds, such as law, accounting, sales, and trading. We look for those who possess sound judgment, curiosity, and are able to adapt to a changing regulatory landscape. Functional Responsibilities Provide advice on how to conduct the firm's business in a manner that complies with the comprehensive array of rules, regulations and policies applicable to our business Identify Compliance risk associated with business processes and practices including review and potential enhancements of existing controls Review and approval of marketing materials prepared for distribution to clients Perform thematic forensic reviews Review of errors and customer complaints Support internal and external audit preparation work Provide training on applicable compliance requirements Identify, review and implementation of new regulations by partnering with Legal, Business Personnel, Compliance Officers and other stakeholders Participation in various global and region specific strategic projects to provide comprehensive Compliance inputs and drive Compliance owned deliverables As needed, support development and analysis of existing and new policies, standards and processes to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and requirements Advise, challenge and influence stakeholders teams as required in relation to regulations, policies and reputational risk SKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE'RE LOOKING FOR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Minimum of 6 years of experience as a compliance officer, in a risk management role, ideally with a nexus to Private Wealth. Bachelor's degree or higher in Law, Economics, Finance or Master's degree or MBA a plus, but not required Detailed Knowledge of UK regulatory environment and FCA rules Any knowledge of other European or international regulatory regimes an advantage Inquisitive and proactive in identifying risks and proposing solutions. Good interpersonal skills and excellent written/oral communication skills. Ability to work with a variety of senior and junior people, and build smooth working relationships. Highest attention to detail. Good team player - one who is able to prioritize in a fast moving, constantly changing environment. Entrepreneurial inclination - ability to work alone and act as project manager Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to exercise sound and balanced judgment Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work under tight deadlines 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
May 01, 2024
Full time
Our Impact Goldman Sachs Global Compliance is dedicated to protecting the reputation of the firm, managing risk and helping to advance the business of the firm. From global financial centers to important developing markets, Global Compliance professionals interpret and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and determine how the firm can appropriately pursue global market opportunities. Global Compliance is organized broadly into divisional compliance groups and centralized compliance groups. Goldman Sachs Private Wealth Management (PWM) specializes in creating comprehensive wealth management plans for high net worth individuals and families, as well as select institutions, including foundations and endowments. As part of PWM Compliance, your role will be focused on preventing, detecting and mitigating compliance, regulatory and reputational risk across the firm and help strengthen the firm's culture of compliance. Compliance accomplishes these through the firm's enterprise-wide compliance risk management program. As an independent control function and part of the firm's second line of defence, Compliance assesses the firm's compliance, regulatory and reputational risk; monitors for compliance with new or amended laws, rules and regulations; designs and implements controls, policies, procedures and training; conducts independent testing; investigates, surveils and monitors for compliance risks and breaches; and leads the firm's responses to regulatory examinations, audits and inquiries. You'll be part of a team with members from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds, such as law, accounting, sales, and trading. We look for those who possess sound judgment, curiosity, and are able to adapt to a changing regulatory landscape. Functional Responsibilities Provide advice on how to conduct the firm's business in a manner that complies with the comprehensive array of rules, regulations and policies applicable to our business Identify Compliance risk associated with business processes and practices including review and potential enhancements of existing controls Review and approval of marketing materials prepared for distribution to clients Perform thematic forensic reviews Review of errors and customer complaints Support internal and external audit preparation work Provide training on applicable compliance requirements Identify, review and implementation of new regulations by partnering with Legal, Business Personnel, Compliance Officers and other stakeholders Participation in various global and region specific strategic projects to provide comprehensive Compliance inputs and drive Compliance owned deliverables As needed, support development and analysis of existing and new policies, standards and processes to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and requirements Advise, challenge and influence stakeholders teams as required in relation to regulations, policies and reputational risk SKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE'RE LOOKING FOR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Minimum of 6 years of experience as a compliance officer, in a risk management role, ideally with a nexus to Private Wealth. Bachelor's degree or higher in Law, Economics, Finance or Master's degree or MBA a plus, but not required Detailed Knowledge of UK regulatory environment and FCA rules Any knowledge of other European or international regulatory regimes an advantage Inquisitive and proactive in identifying risks and proposing solutions. Good interpersonal skills and excellent written/oral communication skills. Ability to work with a variety of senior and junior people, and build smooth working relationships. Highest attention to detail. Good team player - one who is able to prioritize in a fast moving, constantly changing environment. Entrepreneurial inclination - ability to work alone and act as project manager Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to exercise sound and balanced judgment Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work under tight deadlines 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. 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Do you have experience in working with vulnerable people with complex needs in a Hostel or Supported Accommodation environment? We have a new Housing job opportunity where you will be working with a team of Housing professionals with the aim of supporting some of the districts' most vulnerable adults to move on from temporary accommodation. You will be managing all temporary and emergency accommodation placements on behalf of West Oxfordshire District Council. The role involves working closely with homeless clients in various emergency accommodation arrangements. The aim is to assist these individuals in accessing affordable housing options and ultimately reducing the time they spend in short-term accommodation. About the role You will be based primarily within one of our Hostels working intensively with homeless clients to enable them to access the full range of affordable housing options with the aim of reducing time spent in short term accommodation. The role involves travel across our district to visit homelessness households in their temporary accommodation (including Hostels and various B&B's) with the aim of assisting them with maximising all of the housing options available to them to ensure that they are able to move on from Temporary Accommodation as soon as possible. Create bespoke 'Tenancy Ready' plans for each client and ensure that they have access to the appropriate support and resources to achieve this. You will also take part in assisting the Temporary Accommodation Supervisor in ensuring that full risk assessments are carried out on each client before being offered a placement in Council managed accommodation. Assist with the daily running of the homeless hostel's, ensure repairs are promptly reported to the Property Service Team and assist with ensuring H&S risk assessments are up to date and adhered to. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. Internally the role will be called 'Temporary Accommodation Officer'. This is a new role which will cover West Oxfordshire. Within the District, there are plenty of places to see and visit whether you love hiking or cycling. With our agile working ethos: you will be spoilt for choice. West Oxfordshire District Council is dedicated to maintaining and enhancing West Oxfordshire as one of the best places to live, work and visit in the UK. We provide a range of important services including waste and recycling collections, planning, housing, leisure, community safety and environmental health. You will need GCSEs (5 A-Cs or equivalent, including Maths and English) Experience of working in a Housing, Supported Housing or Homelessness focused service Experience of working with vulnerable people and people with complex needs Special Conditions Full UK Driving License - Ability to travel/ access to a vehicle for work purposes BPSS Check You will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is a unique place to work - we are a local government organisation with a twist! Publica wants to transform the way local services are delivered. To help do this we have started to fundamentally rethink the way we design our services in the digital era so that Publica is a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs. What can we do for you Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Do you have experience in working with vulnerable people with complex needs in a Hostel or Supported Accommodation environment? We have a new Housing job opportunity where you will be working with a team of Housing professionals with the aim of supporting some of the districts' most vulnerable adults to move on from temporary accommodation. You will be managing all temporary and emergency accommodation placements on behalf of West Oxfordshire District Council. The role involves working closely with homeless clients in various emergency accommodation arrangements. The aim is to assist these individuals in accessing affordable housing options and ultimately reducing the time they spend in short-term accommodation. About the role You will be based primarily within one of our Hostels working intensively with homeless clients to enable them to access the full range of affordable housing options with the aim of reducing time spent in short term accommodation. The role involves travel across our district to visit homelessness households in their temporary accommodation (including Hostels and various B&B's) with the aim of assisting them with maximising all of the housing options available to them to ensure that they are able to move on from Temporary Accommodation as soon as possible. Create bespoke 'Tenancy Ready' plans for each client and ensure that they have access to the appropriate support and resources to achieve this. You will also take part in assisting the Temporary Accommodation Supervisor in ensuring that full risk assessments are carried out on each client before being offered a placement in Council managed accommodation. Assist with the daily running of the homeless hostel's, ensure repairs are promptly reported to the Property Service Team and assist with ensuring H&S risk assessments are up to date and adhered to. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. Internally the role will be called 'Temporary Accommodation Officer'. This is a new role which will cover West Oxfordshire. Within the District, there are plenty of places to see and visit whether you love hiking or cycling. With our agile working ethos: you will be spoilt for choice. West Oxfordshire District Council is dedicated to maintaining and enhancing West Oxfordshire as one of the best places to live, work and visit in the UK. We provide a range of important services including waste and recycling collections, planning, housing, leisure, community safety and environmental health. You will need GCSEs (5 A-Cs or equivalent, including Maths and English) Experience of working in a Housing, Supported Housing or Homelessness focused service Experience of working with vulnerable people and people with complex needs Special Conditions Full UK Driving License - Ability to travel/ access to a vehicle for work purposes BPSS Check You will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is a unique place to work - we are a local government organisation with a twist! Publica wants to transform the way local services are delivered. To help do this we have started to fundamentally rethink the way we design our services in the digital era so that Publica is a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs. What can we do for you Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.
Estates Officer/Senior Estates Officer £33,539 to £39,276 per annum/pro rata Part time, Maternity Cover Choice of base location with flexible working from home option Publica is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and flexible individual to join the Estates Team as either an Estates Officer or Senior Estates Officer dependent on experience, qualification, and skill set. The role will assist in the management of the investment and service property portfolios for Cotswold, West Oxfordshire and Forest of Dean District Councils. The role is varied involving correspondence, drafting reports and site visits. If you have had experience of property management and or administration, property legal work or are a trainee surveyor this could be the role for you! About the role? Up to 12 months fixed term maternity cover, variable part-time hours between 23 to 27 per week dependant on role, with flexible options to work from home. You will be a trusted professional providing an estate function for all internal and external occupiers of the three Councils property portfolios. You will be required to agree/ negotiate heads of terms for new lease and licence transactions and subsequent lease & licence renewals and rent reviews, resale covenants and restrictions. To obtain the requisite authorities to process those transactions in accordance with the Councils Schemes of Delegation for Land and Property and the Councils Acquisition and Disposal Policy and to communicate and liaise with all interested parties through to completion. To tender, appoint and manage agents, valuers, surveyors, and other consultants as necessary and to instruct the Councils Legal officers in connection with the negotiated terms of property transactions (e.g. disposals/ acquisitions, leases/ licences and their review/ renewal). You will be responsible for debt recovery for rent, service charge recovery and accounts, Rating Surveyor management and EPC Surveyor. Part of the role will involve assisting the Asset Manager and Property Manager in carrying out property reviews and budget preparation. You will need? A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to a degree or relevant experience of four years (depending on the level of experience) Knowledge and understanding of the issues and legislation affecting estates and property issues and ability to negotiate on property and estates related matters Knowledge and understanding of keeping of financial records and the use of related IT systems Good negotiating skills Communicates effectively at all levels (excellent verbal and written skills) Is customer focussed, responsive, and co-operative with customers Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with Data Protection For an informal discussion about the role please contact Jasmine McWilliams on or email What can we do for you? Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working Flexible working arrangements(depending on the role) 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page to complete an application form and supporting statement together with your CV. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd. Your CV will not be available to the hiring manager unless you are shortlisted for interview to assist with our non-biased screening process so please ensure you complete the application form in full. It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian, and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. JBRP1_UKTJ
May 01, 2024
Full time
Estates Officer/Senior Estates Officer £33,539 to £39,276 per annum/pro rata Part time, Maternity Cover Choice of base location with flexible working from home option Publica is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and flexible individual to join the Estates Team as either an Estates Officer or Senior Estates Officer dependent on experience, qualification, and skill set. The role will assist in the management of the investment and service property portfolios for Cotswold, West Oxfordshire and Forest of Dean District Councils. The role is varied involving correspondence, drafting reports and site visits. If you have had experience of property management and or administration, property legal work or are a trainee surveyor this could be the role for you! About the role? Up to 12 months fixed term maternity cover, variable part-time hours between 23 to 27 per week dependant on role, with flexible options to work from home. You will be a trusted professional providing an estate function for all internal and external occupiers of the three Councils property portfolios. You will be required to agree/ negotiate heads of terms for new lease and licence transactions and subsequent lease & licence renewals and rent reviews, resale covenants and restrictions. To obtain the requisite authorities to process those transactions in accordance with the Councils Schemes of Delegation for Land and Property and the Councils Acquisition and Disposal Policy and to communicate and liaise with all interested parties through to completion. To tender, appoint and manage agents, valuers, surveyors, and other consultants as necessary and to instruct the Councils Legal officers in connection with the negotiated terms of property transactions (e.g. disposals/ acquisitions, leases/ licences and their review/ renewal). You will be responsible for debt recovery for rent, service charge recovery and accounts, Rating Surveyor management and EPC Surveyor. Part of the role will involve assisting the Asset Manager and Property Manager in carrying out property reviews and budget preparation. You will need? A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to a degree or relevant experience of four years (depending on the level of experience) Knowledge and understanding of the issues and legislation affecting estates and property issues and ability to negotiate on property and estates related matters Knowledge and understanding of keeping of financial records and the use of related IT systems Good negotiating skills Communicates effectively at all levels (excellent verbal and written skills) Is customer focussed, responsive, and co-operative with customers Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with Data Protection For an informal discussion about the role please contact Jasmine McWilliams on or email What can we do for you? Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working Flexible working arrangements(depending on the role) 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page to complete an application form and supporting statement together with your CV. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd. Your CV will not be available to the hiring manager unless you are shortlisted for interview to assist with our non-biased screening process so please ensure you complete the application form in full. It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian, and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. JBRP1_UKTJ
Do you have a passion for investments and making a difference for growth companies? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you have significant strategic and operational responsibility? Additionally, do you want to be part of an extraordinary team of talented, motivated, driven individuals who all share a deep passion for entrepreneurship? If so, you may be our new Chief Investment Officer. Responsibilities We are currently looking for an exceptional Chief Investment Officer to join our team in London or Copenhagen. As Chief Investment Officer, you will be an important part of CVX's global investment team, where you will be responsible for your own portfolio as well as the entire deal journey from start to finish - from sourcing and analyzing business plans and markets to closing investment rounds. Your primary tasks will be to create a continuous and high-quality deal flow and ensure that we remain fast in our decision-making process so that we can close the right deals on time with our partners. Our Mission CVX is one of Europe's fastest-growing venture investors, and we help ambitious and promising growth companies reach their full potential by investing capital, knowledge, time, skills, and network. We are driven by our conviction that the best investors are often those who, in addition to capital, provide founders with the right knowledge and experiences, skills, and networks in relation to the stage and industry in which the company operates. CVX always invests together with the best business angels for the respective founder, and today we have over 600 partners in our network who invest in companies and bring their skills into play where they can really add value. Your Tasks As Chief Investment Officer, you will: Ensure that CVX sees and is offered all interesting deals in the market Create a continuous and high-quality deal flow Analyze companies, markets, industries, and teams to make investment decisions Negotiate term sheets and ensure that CVX wins the best investment opportunities Present investment opportunities to our investment committee Run investment processes with our partners and close investment rounds What We Offer You As Chief Investment Officer at CVX, you will have an exciting position with great responsibility in a company with full speed. You will be part of an extremely ambitious team of talented employees with high drive and the desire to make a difference. Additionally, you will experience a strong focus on results and the development of your personal and career growth. Depending on your results, you may eventually have the opportunity to be posted to a CVX office in Europe and try your hand at other markets. What We Expect From You We expect you to have: High work ethic and a sense of urgency The ability to close deals Unusual drive and desire to be the best at what you do A proactive approach and taking ownership of everything you do Passion for analyzing and investing in companies The ability to sell yourself and CVX Exceptional analytical and structured problem-solving skills Genuine interest in learning and proactively seeking ways to improve everything Additionally, we expect you to have: Bachelor or master's degree with excellent results 2-5 years of experience in venture capital, entrepreneurship, consulting, banking, or similar EU work permit Start Date As soon as possible.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Do you have a passion for investments and making a difference for growth companies? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you have significant strategic and operational responsibility? Additionally, do you want to be part of an extraordinary team of talented, motivated, driven individuals who all share a deep passion for entrepreneurship? If so, you may be our new Chief Investment Officer. Responsibilities We are currently looking for an exceptional Chief Investment Officer to join our team in London or Copenhagen. As Chief Investment Officer, you will be an important part of CVX's global investment team, where you will be responsible for your own portfolio as well as the entire deal journey from start to finish - from sourcing and analyzing business plans and markets to closing investment rounds. Your primary tasks will be to create a continuous and high-quality deal flow and ensure that we remain fast in our decision-making process so that we can close the right deals on time with our partners. Our Mission CVX is one of Europe's fastest-growing venture investors, and we help ambitious and promising growth companies reach their full potential by investing capital, knowledge, time, skills, and network. We are driven by our conviction that the best investors are often those who, in addition to capital, provide founders with the right knowledge and experiences, skills, and networks in relation to the stage and industry in which the company operates. CVX always invests together with the best business angels for the respective founder, and today we have over 600 partners in our network who invest in companies and bring their skills into play where they can really add value. Your Tasks As Chief Investment Officer, you will: Ensure that CVX sees and is offered all interesting deals in the market Create a continuous and high-quality deal flow Analyze companies, markets, industries, and teams to make investment decisions Negotiate term sheets and ensure that CVX wins the best investment opportunities Present investment opportunities to our investment committee Run investment processes with our partners and close investment rounds What We Offer You As Chief Investment Officer at CVX, you will have an exciting position with great responsibility in a company with full speed. You will be part of an extremely ambitious team of talented employees with high drive and the desire to make a difference. Additionally, you will experience a strong focus on results and the development of your personal and career growth. Depending on your results, you may eventually have the opportunity to be posted to a CVX office in Europe and try your hand at other markets. What We Expect From You We expect you to have: High work ethic and a sense of urgency The ability to close deals Unusual drive and desire to be the best at what you do A proactive approach and taking ownership of everything you do Passion for analyzing and investing in companies The ability to sell yourself and CVX Exceptional analytical and structured problem-solving skills Genuine interest in learning and proactively seeking ways to improve everything Additionally, we expect you to have: Bachelor or master's degree with excellent results 2-5 years of experience in venture capital, entrepreneurship, consulting, banking, or similar EU work permit Start Date As soon as possible.