Please note this is a training course and fees apply What is the Business Analysis Placement Programme? Our Business Analysis Placement Programme is designed for anyone looking to start a career as a Business Analyst (BA) using education and recruitment support to help you achieve an entry level role or position. This programme does involve a financial contribution from you to fund your qualification, cv review and recruitment support but the long-term rewards will be extremely lucrative with the average Business Analysts salary in the UK being around £52k pa. What does a Business Analyst do? A Business Analyst is a problem solver who investigates an issue or area of weakness within an organisation or business, analyses solutions and helps facilitate the change that is needed. They do this through following a set of guidelines and principles set out within the BCS Business Analysis Diploma certification. To succeed as a business analyst, you should be somebody who enjoys problem solving and analysing, has good administration skills and communicates well in both written and verbal communication. You should be somebody who can work well alone but when needed be able to integrate well into a team. The role will generally include:- Analysing elements within the business or the whole business Making evaluations of all available data Identifying problems and looking at potential improvements Making a feasibility study in proposed improvements Present your acquired information within a business case to the company or organisation. Implement any agreed or necessary changes, to increase the efficiency of the organisation or business. Industry demand for Business Analysts Demand for Business Analysts continues to soar as organisations need to evolve and stay competitive in an everchanging world. Business Analysts ensures a business remains relevant and future proofs against changes both foreseen and sudden. All businesses need to make data driven decisions and the demand for analysts has become a key role for any size of business and has become a very lucrative, in demand position with Senior Business Analyst's commanding salaries in excess of £100k pa. How we help you get you first role We specialise in working with candidates who wish to start or transition into a Business Analyst career. How do we do this? 1. Firstly, we place you on a training program which provides a pathway to the most relevant industry recognised certification being the BCS Business Analysis Diploma. The diploma comprises of 4 certification courses and a final oral examination signing you off as Business Analyst through the BCS. Study time to complete all of the certifications is recommended at around 90 hours to achieve exam pass level. 2. Once you have successfully passed the 4 required certification exams and the oral exam which make up the diploma, you will be handed over to our recruitment support team. They will then work with you to help rewrite your cv to a professional standard to highlight the skills required by Business Analyst recruiters. In addition, they will also assist in creating a professional LinkedIn profile, interview support, career advice and tailored support such as taking you through mock interviews. 3. Our recruitment advice consultants will work with you to identify the best opportunities available which are suited to you. Their tailored support ensures you only apply for roles where there is a realistic chance of success and help you to prepare for interviews and perform at your best. Typically, starter roles will be junior business analyst, junior analyst or a support/admin role utilising your analytical skills. Business Analysts work closely with Project Managers and Change Managers and opportunities in these areas also exist which broadens the net in these sister sectors. Further study into Project Management certifications can expand the breadth of roles you find available. Finances To accommodate candidates, the training element of this package is available on finance terms to easily spread the cost of investing in your career. This enables you to get qualified without having to fund all the training costs upfront. In addition, we are so confident in our success with placing qualified candidates that we will refund the cost of the courses to anyone we are unable to place within 12 months of passing their required exams subject to our terms. What next? To get your journey started and check whether you meet the criteria to join the programme, enquire now and one of our experienced Course and Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours assist you. Typical Salaries Administrator/Support: £28,000 Junior Business Analyst: £32,000 Change Analyst: £37,000 Systems Analyst: £42,000 Business Analyst: £52,000 Senior Business Analyst: £60,000+
May 01, 2024
Full time
Please note this is a training course and fees apply What is the Business Analysis Placement Programme? Our Business Analysis Placement Programme is designed for anyone looking to start a career as a Business Analyst (BA) using education and recruitment support to help you achieve an entry level role or position. This programme does involve a financial contribution from you to fund your qualification, cv review and recruitment support but the long-term rewards will be extremely lucrative with the average Business Analysts salary in the UK being around £52k pa. What does a Business Analyst do? A Business Analyst is a problem solver who investigates an issue or area of weakness within an organisation or business, analyses solutions and helps facilitate the change that is needed. They do this through following a set of guidelines and principles set out within the BCS Business Analysis Diploma certification. To succeed as a business analyst, you should be somebody who enjoys problem solving and analysing, has good administration skills and communicates well in both written and verbal communication. You should be somebody who can work well alone but when needed be able to integrate well into a team. The role will generally include:- Analysing elements within the business or the whole business Making evaluations of all available data Identifying problems and looking at potential improvements Making a feasibility study in proposed improvements Present your acquired information within a business case to the company or organisation. Implement any agreed or necessary changes, to increase the efficiency of the organisation or business. Industry demand for Business Analysts Demand for Business Analysts continues to soar as organisations need to evolve and stay competitive in an everchanging world. Business Analysts ensures a business remains relevant and future proofs against changes both foreseen and sudden. All businesses need to make data driven decisions and the demand for analysts has become a key role for any size of business and has become a very lucrative, in demand position with Senior Business Analyst's commanding salaries in excess of £100k pa. How we help you get you first role We specialise in working with candidates who wish to start or transition into a Business Analyst career. How do we do this? 1. Firstly, we place you on a training program which provides a pathway to the most relevant industry recognised certification being the BCS Business Analysis Diploma. The diploma comprises of 4 certification courses and a final oral examination signing you off as Business Analyst through the BCS. Study time to complete all of the certifications is recommended at around 90 hours to achieve exam pass level. 2. Once you have successfully passed the 4 required certification exams and the oral exam which make up the diploma, you will be handed over to our recruitment support team. They will then work with you to help rewrite your cv to a professional standard to highlight the skills required by Business Analyst recruiters. In addition, they will also assist in creating a professional LinkedIn profile, interview support, career advice and tailored support such as taking you through mock interviews. 3. Our recruitment advice consultants will work with you to identify the best opportunities available which are suited to you. Their tailored support ensures you only apply for roles where there is a realistic chance of success and help you to prepare for interviews and perform at your best. Typically, starter roles will be junior business analyst, junior analyst or a support/admin role utilising your analytical skills. Business Analysts work closely with Project Managers and Change Managers and opportunities in these areas also exist which broadens the net in these sister sectors. Further study into Project Management certifications can expand the breadth of roles you find available. Finances To accommodate candidates, the training element of this package is available on finance terms to easily spread the cost of investing in your career. This enables you to get qualified without having to fund all the training costs upfront. In addition, we are so confident in our success with placing qualified candidates that we will refund the cost of the courses to anyone we are unable to place within 12 months of passing their required exams subject to our terms. What next? To get your journey started and check whether you meet the criteria to join the programme, enquire now and one of our experienced Course and Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours assist you. Typical Salaries Administrator/Support: £28,000 Junior Business Analyst: £32,000 Change Analyst: £37,000 Systems Analyst: £42,000 Business Analyst: £52,000 Senior Business Analyst: £60,000+
Please note this is a training course and fees apply What is the Business Analysis Placement Programme? Our Business Analysis Placement Programme is designed for anyone looking to start a career as a Business Analyst (BA) using education and recruitment support to help you achieve an entry level role or position. This programme does involve a financial contribution from you to fund your qualification, cv review and recruitment support but the long-term rewards will be extremely lucrative with the average Business Analysts salary in the UK being around £52k pa. What does a Business Analyst do? A Business Analyst is a problem solver who investigates an issue or area of weakness within an organisation or business, analyses solutions and helps facilitate the change that is needed. They do this through following a set of guidelines and principles set out within the BCS Business Analysis Diploma certification. To succeed as a business analyst, you should be somebody who enjoys problem solving and analysing, has good administration skills and communicates well in both written and verbal communication. You should be somebody who can work well alone but when needed be able to integrate well into a team. The role will generally include:- Analysing elements within the business or the whole business Making evaluations of all available data Identifying problems and looking at potential improvements Making a feasibility study in proposed improvements Present your acquired information within a business case to the company or organisation. Implement any agreed or necessary changes, to increase the efficiency of the organisation or business. Industry demand for Business Analysts Demand for Business Analysts continues to soar as organisations need to evolve and stay competitive in an everchanging world. Business Analysts ensures a business remains relevant and future proofs against changes both foreseen and sudden. All businesses need to make data driven decisions and the demand for analysts has become a key role for any size of business and has become a very lucrative, in demand position with Senior Business Analyst's commanding salaries in excess of £100k pa. How we help you get you first role We specialise in working with candidates who wish to start or transition into a Business Analyst career. How do we do this? 1. Firstly, we place you on a training program which provides a pathway to the most relevant industry recognised certification being the BCS Business Analysis Diploma. The diploma comprises of 4 certification courses and a final oral examination signing you off as Business Analyst through the BCS. Study time to complete all of the certifications is recommended at around 90 hours to achieve exam pass level. 2. Once you have successfully passed the 4 required certification exams and the oral exam which make up the diploma, you will be handed over to our recruitment support team. They will then work with you to help rewrite your cv to a professional standard to highlight the skills required by Business Analyst recruiters. In addition, they will also assist in creating a professional LinkedIn profile, interview support, career advice and tailored support such as taking you through mock interviews. 3. Our recruitment advice consultants will work with you to identify the best opportunities available which are suited to you. Their tailored support ensures you only apply for roles where there is a realistic chance of success and help you to prepare for interviews and perform at your best. Typically, starter roles will be junior business analyst, junior analyst or a support/admin role utilising your analytical skills. Business Analysts work closely with Project Managers and Change Managers and opportunities in these areas also exist which broadens the net in these sister sectors. Further study into Project Management certifications can expand the breadth of roles you find available. Finances To accommodate candidates, the training element of this package is available on finance terms to easily spread the cost of investing in your career. This enables you to get qualified without having to fund all the training costs upfront. In addition, we are so confident in our success with placing qualified candidates that we will refund the cost of the courses to anyone we are unable to place within 12 months of passing their required exams subject to our terms. What next? To get your journey started and check whether you meet the criteria to join the programme, enquire now and one of our experienced Course and Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours assist you. Typical Salaries Administrator/Support: £28,000 Junior Business Analyst: £32,000 Change Analyst: £37,000 Systems Analyst: £42,000 Business Analyst: £52,000 Senior Business Analyst: £60,000+
May 01, 2024
Full time
Please note this is a training course and fees apply What is the Business Analysis Placement Programme? Our Business Analysis Placement Programme is designed for anyone looking to start a career as a Business Analyst (BA) using education and recruitment support to help you achieve an entry level role or position. This programme does involve a financial contribution from you to fund your qualification, cv review and recruitment support but the long-term rewards will be extremely lucrative with the average Business Analysts salary in the UK being around £52k pa. What does a Business Analyst do? A Business Analyst is a problem solver who investigates an issue or area of weakness within an organisation or business, analyses solutions and helps facilitate the change that is needed. They do this through following a set of guidelines and principles set out within the BCS Business Analysis Diploma certification. To succeed as a business analyst, you should be somebody who enjoys problem solving and analysing, has good administration skills and communicates well in both written and verbal communication. You should be somebody who can work well alone but when needed be able to integrate well into a team. The role will generally include:- Analysing elements within the business or the whole business Making evaluations of all available data Identifying problems and looking at potential improvements Making a feasibility study in proposed improvements Present your acquired information within a business case to the company or organisation. Implement any agreed or necessary changes, to increase the efficiency of the organisation or business. Industry demand for Business Analysts Demand for Business Analysts continues to soar as organisations need to evolve and stay competitive in an everchanging world. Business Analysts ensures a business remains relevant and future proofs against changes both foreseen and sudden. All businesses need to make data driven decisions and the demand for analysts has become a key role for any size of business and has become a very lucrative, in demand position with Senior Business Analyst's commanding salaries in excess of £100k pa. How we help you get you first role We specialise in working with candidates who wish to start or transition into a Business Analyst career. How do we do this? 1. Firstly, we place you on a training program which provides a pathway to the most relevant industry recognised certification being the BCS Business Analysis Diploma. The diploma comprises of 4 certification courses and a final oral examination signing you off as Business Analyst through the BCS. Study time to complete all of the certifications is recommended at around 90 hours to achieve exam pass level. 2. Once you have successfully passed the 4 required certification exams and the oral exam which make up the diploma, you will be handed over to our recruitment support team. They will then work with you to help rewrite your cv to a professional standard to highlight the skills required by Business Analyst recruiters. In addition, they will also assist in creating a professional LinkedIn profile, interview support, career advice and tailored support such as taking you through mock interviews. 3. Our recruitment advice consultants will work with you to identify the best opportunities available which are suited to you. Their tailored support ensures you only apply for roles where there is a realistic chance of success and help you to prepare for interviews and perform at your best. Typically, starter roles will be junior business analyst, junior analyst or a support/admin role utilising your analytical skills. Business Analysts work closely with Project Managers and Change Managers and opportunities in these areas also exist which broadens the net in these sister sectors. Further study into Project Management certifications can expand the breadth of roles you find available. Finances To accommodate candidates, the training element of this package is available on finance terms to easily spread the cost of investing in your career. This enables you to get qualified without having to fund all the training costs upfront. In addition, we are so confident in our success with placing qualified candidates that we will refund the cost of the courses to anyone we are unable to place within 12 months of passing their required exams subject to our terms. What next? To get your journey started and check whether you meet the criteria to join the programme, enquire now and one of our experienced Course and Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours assist you. Typical Salaries Administrator/Support: £28,000 Junior Business Analyst: £32,000 Change Analyst: £37,000 Systems Analyst: £42,000 Business Analyst: £52,000 Senior Business Analyst: £60,000+
Please note this is a training course and fees apply What is the Business Analysis Placement Programme? Our Business Analysis Placement Programme is designed for anyone looking to start a career as a Business Analyst (BA) using education and recruitment support to help you achieve an entry level role or position. This programme does involve a financial contribution from you to fund your qualification, cv review and recruitment support but the long-term rewards will be extremely lucrative with the average Business Analysts salary in the UK being around £52k pa. What does a Business Analyst do? A Business Analyst is a problem solver who investigates an issue or area of weakness within an organisation or business, analyses solutions and helps facilitate the change that is needed. They do this through following a set of guidelines and principles set out within the BCS Business Analysis Diploma certification. To succeed as a business analyst, you should be somebody who enjoys problem solving and analysing, has good administration skills and communicates well in both written and verbal communication. You should be somebody who can work well alone but when needed be able to integrate well into a team. The role will generally include:- Analysing elements within the business or the whole business Making evaluations of all available data Identifying problems and looking at potential improvements Making a feasibility study in proposed improvements Present your acquired information within a business case to the company or organisation. Implement any agreed or necessary changes, to increase the efficiency of the organisation or business. Industry demand for Business Analysts Demand for Business Analysts continues to soar as organisations need to evolve and stay competitive in an everchanging world. Business Analysts ensures a business remains relevant and future proofs against changes both foreseen and sudden. All businesses need to make data driven decisions and the demand for analysts has become a key role for any size of business and has become a very lucrative, in demand position with Senior Business Analyst's commanding salaries in excess of £100k pa. How we help you get you first role We specialise in working with candidates who wish to start or transition into a Business Analyst career. How do we do this? 1. Firstly, we place you on a training program which provides a pathway to the most relevant industry recognised certification being the BCS Business Analysis Diploma. The diploma comprises of 4 certification courses and a final oral examination signing you off as Business Analyst through the BCS. Study time to complete all of the certifications is recommended at around 90 hours to achieve exam pass level. 2. Once you have successfully passed the 4 required certification exams and the oral exam which make up the diploma, you will be handed over to our recruitment support team. They will then work with you to help rewrite your cv to a professional standard to highlight the skills required by Business Analyst recruiters. In addition, they will also assist in creating a professional LinkedIn profile, interview support, career advice and tailored support such as taking you through mock interviews. 3. Our recruitment advice consultants will work with you to identify the best opportunities available which are suited to you. Their tailored support ensures you only apply for roles where there is a realistic chance of success and help you to prepare for interviews and perform at your best. Typically, starter roles will be junior business analyst, junior analyst or a support/admin role utilising your analytical skills. Business Analysts work closely with Project Managers and Change Managers and opportunities in these areas also exist which broadens the net in these sister sectors. Further study into Project Management certifications can expand the breadth of roles you find available. Finances To accommodate candidates, the training element of this package is available on finance terms to easily spread the cost of investing in your career. This enables you to get qualified without having to fund all the training costs upfront. In addition, we are so confident in our success with placing qualified candidates that we will refund the cost of the courses to anyone we are unable to place within 12 months of passing their required exams subject to our terms. What next? To get your journey started and check whether you meet the criteria to join the programme, enquire now and one of our experienced Course and Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours assist you. Typical Salaries Administrator/Support: £28,000 Junior Business Analyst: £32,000 Change Analyst: £37,000 Systems Analyst: £42,000 Business Analyst: £52,000 Senior Business Analyst: £60,000+
May 01, 2024
Full time
Please note this is a training course and fees apply What is the Business Analysis Placement Programme? Our Business Analysis Placement Programme is designed for anyone looking to start a career as a Business Analyst (BA) using education and recruitment support to help you achieve an entry level role or position. This programme does involve a financial contribution from you to fund your qualification, cv review and recruitment support but the long-term rewards will be extremely lucrative with the average Business Analysts salary in the UK being around £52k pa. What does a Business Analyst do? A Business Analyst is a problem solver who investigates an issue or area of weakness within an organisation or business, analyses solutions and helps facilitate the change that is needed. They do this through following a set of guidelines and principles set out within the BCS Business Analysis Diploma certification. To succeed as a business analyst, you should be somebody who enjoys problem solving and analysing, has good administration skills and communicates well in both written and verbal communication. You should be somebody who can work well alone but when needed be able to integrate well into a team. The role will generally include:- Analysing elements within the business or the whole business Making evaluations of all available data Identifying problems and looking at potential improvements Making a feasibility study in proposed improvements Present your acquired information within a business case to the company or organisation. Implement any agreed or necessary changes, to increase the efficiency of the organisation or business. Industry demand for Business Analysts Demand for Business Analysts continues to soar as organisations need to evolve and stay competitive in an everchanging world. Business Analysts ensures a business remains relevant and future proofs against changes both foreseen and sudden. All businesses need to make data driven decisions and the demand for analysts has become a key role for any size of business and has become a very lucrative, in demand position with Senior Business Analyst's commanding salaries in excess of £100k pa. How we help you get you first role We specialise in working with candidates who wish to start or transition into a Business Analyst career. How do we do this? 1. Firstly, we place you on a training program which provides a pathway to the most relevant industry recognised certification being the BCS Business Analysis Diploma. The diploma comprises of 4 certification courses and a final oral examination signing you off as Business Analyst through the BCS. Study time to complete all of the certifications is recommended at around 90 hours to achieve exam pass level. 2. Once you have successfully passed the 4 required certification exams and the oral exam which make up the diploma, you will be handed over to our recruitment support team. They will then work with you to help rewrite your cv to a professional standard to highlight the skills required by Business Analyst recruiters. In addition, they will also assist in creating a professional LinkedIn profile, interview support, career advice and tailored support such as taking you through mock interviews. 3. Our recruitment advice consultants will work with you to identify the best opportunities available which are suited to you. Their tailored support ensures you only apply for roles where there is a realistic chance of success and help you to prepare for interviews and perform at your best. Typically, starter roles will be junior business analyst, junior analyst or a support/admin role utilising your analytical skills. Business Analysts work closely with Project Managers and Change Managers and opportunities in these areas also exist which broadens the net in these sister sectors. Further study into Project Management certifications can expand the breadth of roles you find available. Finances To accommodate candidates, the training element of this package is available on finance terms to easily spread the cost of investing in your career. This enables you to get qualified without having to fund all the training costs upfront. In addition, we are so confident in our success with placing qualified candidates that we will refund the cost of the courses to anyone we are unable to place within 12 months of passing their required exams subject to our terms. What next? To get your journey started and check whether you meet the criteria to join the programme, enquire now and one of our experienced Course and Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours assist you. Typical Salaries Administrator/Support: £28,000 Junior Business Analyst: £32,000 Change Analyst: £37,000 Systems Analyst: £42,000 Business Analyst: £52,000 Senior Business Analyst: £60,000+
Low Carbon Policy Analyst Birmingham, UK Full-time Contract Type: Permanent contract Company Description Gemserv is an expert provider of professional services. We are purpose-driven, working across multiple sectors including energy, low carbon, the public sector and health to tackle today's social and environmental challenges. Established in 2002, the business provides a range of consultancy and outsourcing capabilities including programme management, market design and governance. We also have extensive and award winning capabilities across cyber security, data privacy and digital transformation. We are a B Corp, IIP Gold accredited and a Financial Times Leading Management Consultancy for 2021 and 2022. Our purpose is making things that matter work better for everyone. The nature of what we do means we are very much a people business. The contribution every member of the team makes to our diverse range of experience, skills and personalities is valued. We invest heavily in learning and development to enable our people to develop skills and gain experience which will enhance career prospects for life. Many who started their careers with us have rapidly progressed to more senior positions. At Gemserv no two days are the same, but we believe in a flexible approach to working which we know our employees value. We also offer an attractive package of benefits in addition to highly competitive salaries, pension and healthcare, season ticket loans, discounted gym membership, Cycle to Work scheme and more. Job Description To apply If you can see yourself working at Gemserv, then we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV, cover letter and application to us by clicking 'Apply now'. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. The Role Location: Birmingham or London office We are looking for a motivated analyst with knowledge and/or experience in sustainability, Net Zero industry policy, or similar disciplines to join our low-carbon consulting team. As a Policy and Insight Analyst within the Low Carbon Business Unit (LCBU), your role will involve engaging in government policy, research, and programme delivery across the built environment within the UK and internationally. At Gemserv, we support our clients to understand and explore how they can achieve Net Zero. Our work spans multiple sectors and includes hydrogen, low-carbon heating, energy efficiency, and circular economy. Gemserv's Low Carbon Business Unit works at the intersection of policy, economics, and technology to help our clients understand their opportunities in the low-carbon sector. We achieve this by examining what their path to Net Zero could look like, assessing the challenges, and identifying solutions. In this fast-paced and dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to work across a portfolio of clients including trade associations, manufacturers, innovators, local authorities, and national government. You will gain experience in client delivery whilst developing sound knowledge in low-carbon technologies, policy development, government processes, and supply chain development. Policy analysts work with a wide range of stakeholders and experts to gather evidence to synthesise information and present recommendations to policymakers. You will be supported by an experienced team with diverse backgrounds in economics, innovation, roadmap development, politics, and sustainability. From day one you will be placed at the heart of the energy transition, working across hydrogen, heat pumps, biofuels, and a range of other low-carbon technologies, developing your profile as a low-carbon expert with a holistic understanding of technological and policy opportunities, challenges, and limitations. Your role will also involve influencing future policy, through developing reports and research papers to feed into Government and build the evidence base. The role will work closely with communications colleagues to develop impactful external engagement materials. You will also support some of our large government funding programmes, helping applicants engage with net zero support schemes. In addition to providing fantastic exposure across a range of projects, sectors, and stakeholders, we are also offering the successful candidate tailored training in the form of an apprenticeship with a duration of 18 months to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and behaviors to succeed in the role. The Policy Officer Level 4 Apprenticeship consists of a variety of taught material, group work, discussions and assignments directly linked to your day-to-day work. Participation in this is optional. Further information about this can be provided on request. Responsibilities Conduct desk-based and market research into current and past low carbon policies in the UK and globally. Undertake research and analysis of developments in key industries and policy areas such as hydrogen, circular economy, low carbon heating, or the wider green technology sector. Undertake qualitative and quantitative research including surveying and interviewing key stakeholders to support a robust evidence base for policy change. Develop engaging content to include in reports, policy position or advocacy papers, market research reports, policy insight pieces, client briefings, blogs, and other pieces where necessary. Coordinate workshop collateral and presentation materials and support in the delivery of workshops. Support across a range of low-carbon funding programmes. Identify and implement innovative methods for visualising data and presenting findings in an impactful way to engage stakeholders. Advice on the policy landscape and make evidence-based recommendations to advance progress towards net zero. Support our ESG commitments. Competitive salary plus excellent benefits package Qualifications Requirements The role is ideally suited for someone finalising a university degree, or a recent graduate with up to 2 years of work experience. Experience and qualifications - the successful applicant will have some experience working in a related field or be a recent graduate (2:1 or above) with a relevant degree (sustainable development, geography, engineering, politics, environmental management, climate change etc.,). Communication - we need to be able to convert complex issues into easily understood analysis, reports and presentations. We regularly develop and publish high quality reports proposing policy solutions to Government and industry. Attention to detail and the ability to produce clear, concise and accurate written documentation is essential. You will need excellent oral communication skills and feel confident communicating your ideas appropriately at all levels of the organisations that we engage with. Organisation and time management - the successful applicant will be engaged, organised, and motivated to deliver high quality outputs. They will be organised, methodical, have the ability to manage workloads and produce deliverables efficiently. Relationship building - an important part of the role is to develop relationships with clients, policy makers and other relevant stakeholders as required. You will be able to build strong relationships internally and externally; you will be a successful team player who is committed to working collaboratively. Passion and dedication - we are passionate about the low carbon transition, and we are dedicated to ensuring that the future of our planet is both different and better and we want you to share that passion. The successful applicant will demonstrate a desire to support the move to a greener economy with a clear interest in our work and a good understanding of sustainability and the Net Zero debate. Upon employment, employees should also have a sound awareness of the Company's Information, Quality, Environmental, and Energy Management Systems. Additional Information WHAT WE OFFER We believe that Gemserv's culture is fundamental to the achievement of our objectives. A great culture ensures a consistent experience for our partners whomever they work with in the team. For those considering applying for a role at Gemserv, we offer an engaging work environment and the opportunity to develop your career in a collaborative setting that allows people to grow and learn new skills. This role offers successful candidates an opportunity to work in a fast-paced consultancy specialising in energy and environment delivering real impact for our clients and supporting our corporate sustainability objectives. We are also offering participation in a Level 4 Apprenticeship as part of the successful applicant's first 18 months with Gemserv to support their professional development. 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Reward and recognition schemes Flexible working Private Bupa healthcare Life Assurance (up to 4 times annual salary) Matched pension contributions Season Ticket Loan Cycle to work scheme Buy and Sell annual leave Reimbursement of eye test and up to £50 towards glasses or contacts Corporate gym rates Employee Assistance Programme Summer and Christmas parties, along with monthly Gembar
May 01, 2024
Full time
Low Carbon Policy Analyst Birmingham, UK Full-time Contract Type: Permanent contract Company Description Gemserv is an expert provider of professional services. We are purpose-driven, working across multiple sectors including energy, low carbon, the public sector and health to tackle today's social and environmental challenges. Established in 2002, the business provides a range of consultancy and outsourcing capabilities including programme management, market design and governance. We also have extensive and award winning capabilities across cyber security, data privacy and digital transformation. We are a B Corp, IIP Gold accredited and a Financial Times Leading Management Consultancy for 2021 and 2022. Our purpose is making things that matter work better for everyone. The nature of what we do means we are very much a people business. The contribution every member of the team makes to our diverse range of experience, skills and personalities is valued. We invest heavily in learning and development to enable our people to develop skills and gain experience which will enhance career prospects for life. Many who started their careers with us have rapidly progressed to more senior positions. At Gemserv no two days are the same, but we believe in a flexible approach to working which we know our employees value. We also offer an attractive package of benefits in addition to highly competitive salaries, pension and healthcare, season ticket loans, discounted gym membership, Cycle to Work scheme and more. Job Description To apply If you can see yourself working at Gemserv, then we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV, cover letter and application to us by clicking 'Apply now'. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. The Role Location: Birmingham or London office We are looking for a motivated analyst with knowledge and/or experience in sustainability, Net Zero industry policy, or similar disciplines to join our low-carbon consulting team. As a Policy and Insight Analyst within the Low Carbon Business Unit (LCBU), your role will involve engaging in government policy, research, and programme delivery across the built environment within the UK and internationally. At Gemserv, we support our clients to understand and explore how they can achieve Net Zero. Our work spans multiple sectors and includes hydrogen, low-carbon heating, energy efficiency, and circular economy. Gemserv's Low Carbon Business Unit works at the intersection of policy, economics, and technology to help our clients understand their opportunities in the low-carbon sector. We achieve this by examining what their path to Net Zero could look like, assessing the challenges, and identifying solutions. In this fast-paced and dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to work across a portfolio of clients including trade associations, manufacturers, innovators, local authorities, and national government. You will gain experience in client delivery whilst developing sound knowledge in low-carbon technologies, policy development, government processes, and supply chain development. Policy analysts work with a wide range of stakeholders and experts to gather evidence to synthesise information and present recommendations to policymakers. You will be supported by an experienced team with diverse backgrounds in economics, innovation, roadmap development, politics, and sustainability. From day one you will be placed at the heart of the energy transition, working across hydrogen, heat pumps, biofuels, and a range of other low-carbon technologies, developing your profile as a low-carbon expert with a holistic understanding of technological and policy opportunities, challenges, and limitations. Your role will also involve influencing future policy, through developing reports and research papers to feed into Government and build the evidence base. The role will work closely with communications colleagues to develop impactful external engagement materials. You will also support some of our large government funding programmes, helping applicants engage with net zero support schemes. In addition to providing fantastic exposure across a range of projects, sectors, and stakeholders, we are also offering the successful candidate tailored training in the form of an apprenticeship with a duration of 18 months to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and behaviors to succeed in the role. The Policy Officer Level 4 Apprenticeship consists of a variety of taught material, group work, discussions and assignments directly linked to your day-to-day work. Participation in this is optional. Further information about this can be provided on request. Responsibilities Conduct desk-based and market research into current and past low carbon policies in the UK and globally. Undertake research and analysis of developments in key industries and policy areas such as hydrogen, circular economy, low carbon heating, or the wider green technology sector. Undertake qualitative and quantitative research including surveying and interviewing key stakeholders to support a robust evidence base for policy change. Develop engaging content to include in reports, policy position or advocacy papers, market research reports, policy insight pieces, client briefings, blogs, and other pieces where necessary. Coordinate workshop collateral and presentation materials and support in the delivery of workshops. Support across a range of low-carbon funding programmes. Identify and implement innovative methods for visualising data and presenting findings in an impactful way to engage stakeholders. Advice on the policy landscape and make evidence-based recommendations to advance progress towards net zero. Support our ESG commitments. Competitive salary plus excellent benefits package Qualifications Requirements The role is ideally suited for someone finalising a university degree, or a recent graduate with up to 2 years of work experience. Experience and qualifications - the successful applicant will have some experience working in a related field or be a recent graduate (2:1 or above) with a relevant degree (sustainable development, geography, engineering, politics, environmental management, climate change etc.,). Communication - we need to be able to convert complex issues into easily understood analysis, reports and presentations. We regularly develop and publish high quality reports proposing policy solutions to Government and industry. Attention to detail and the ability to produce clear, concise and accurate written documentation is essential. You will need excellent oral communication skills and feel confident communicating your ideas appropriately at all levels of the organisations that we engage with. Organisation and time management - the successful applicant will be engaged, organised, and motivated to deliver high quality outputs. They will be organised, methodical, have the ability to manage workloads and produce deliverables efficiently. Relationship building - an important part of the role is to develop relationships with clients, policy makers and other relevant stakeholders as required. You will be able to build strong relationships internally and externally; you will be a successful team player who is committed to working collaboratively. Passion and dedication - we are passionate about the low carbon transition, and we are dedicated to ensuring that the future of our planet is both different and better and we want you to share that passion. The successful applicant will demonstrate a desire to support the move to a greener economy with a clear interest in our work and a good understanding of sustainability and the Net Zero debate. Upon employment, employees should also have a sound awareness of the Company's Information, Quality, Environmental, and Energy Management Systems. Additional Information WHAT WE OFFER We believe that Gemserv's culture is fundamental to the achievement of our objectives. A great culture ensures a consistent experience for our partners whomever they work with in the team. For those considering applying for a role at Gemserv, we offer an engaging work environment and the opportunity to develop your career in a collaborative setting that allows people to grow and learn new skills. This role offers successful candidates an opportunity to work in a fast-paced consultancy specialising in energy and environment delivering real impact for our clients and supporting our corporate sustainability objectives. We are also offering participation in a Level 4 Apprenticeship as part of the successful applicant's first 18 months with Gemserv to support their professional development. 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Reward and recognition schemes Flexible working Private Bupa healthcare Life Assurance (up to 4 times annual salary) Matched pension contributions Season Ticket Loan Cycle to work scheme Buy and Sell annual leave Reimbursement of eye test and up to £50 towards glasses or contacts Corporate gym rates Employee Assistance Programme Summer and Christmas parties, along with monthly Gembar
As a Senior Data Scientist, the candidate will work closely with Product and Engineering teams and will play a significant role in team responsible for building the AI and Analytics capabilities that power the Insurwave platform. The team is self-sufficient and fully responsible for design, development, testing, delivery, and support of the solutions. The candidate will be working across the full ML development lifecycle: data wrangling, model build, model evaluation, model deployment and model monitoring. The candidate will actively participate in these processes and will be leading and making technology and design decisions. The candidate will build solutions aligned with company-wide rules of engagement and standards and will work closely with Head of Data and AI to improve them when needed. The candidate will support team members growth and promote an open, learning culture. Responsibilities Lead and manage complex data science projects from conception to deployment, including defining project scope, timelines, and deliverables. Build high-performing AI/ML models that meet business-defined performance metrics, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and reliability. Develop and deploy production-ready data science code and models using fully automated processes, including Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) and testing frameworks. Continuously improve the performance, security, architecture, and maintainability of owned services through iterative development and optimization. Work closely with data analysts, data engineers, data scientists, and other business areas to ensure solutions are aligned with requirements, delivered according to plans, and developed to expected quality and security standards. Work closely with AI product manager to review model monitoring reports and analyse datasets in order to inform model improvement needs. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior data scientists, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Ensure the team adheres to defined best practices, standards, and processes, promoting excellence in technical execution and project delivery. Stay current with the latest advancements in data science and machine learning research and propose innovative solutions to address business challenges. Insurwave is where insurance buyers consolidate and visualise their data to understand their risk and make smarter transfer decisions. Our platform offers an integrated insurance management experience, from collecting and consolidating risk data to its distribution to all parties involved, keeping everyone in the insurance value chain connected and up-to-date. In one place, companies buying and selling risk can harness insightful data, view business exposure changes in real-time and automate time-consuming tasks to focus on what they do best. We are looking forward to hearing from you! Thank you for your interest in Insurwave. Please fill out the following short form. Should you have difficulties with the upload of your data, please send an email to Please add all mandatory information with a to send your application.
May 01, 2024
Full time
As a Senior Data Scientist, the candidate will work closely with Product and Engineering teams and will play a significant role in team responsible for building the AI and Analytics capabilities that power the Insurwave platform. The team is self-sufficient and fully responsible for design, development, testing, delivery, and support of the solutions. The candidate will be working across the full ML development lifecycle: data wrangling, model build, model evaluation, model deployment and model monitoring. The candidate will actively participate in these processes and will be leading and making technology and design decisions. The candidate will build solutions aligned with company-wide rules of engagement and standards and will work closely with Head of Data and AI to improve them when needed. The candidate will support team members growth and promote an open, learning culture. Responsibilities Lead and manage complex data science projects from conception to deployment, including defining project scope, timelines, and deliverables. Build high-performing AI/ML models that meet business-defined performance metrics, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and reliability. Develop and deploy production-ready data science code and models using fully automated processes, including Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) and testing frameworks. Continuously improve the performance, security, architecture, and maintainability of owned services through iterative development and optimization. Work closely with data analysts, data engineers, data scientists, and other business areas to ensure solutions are aligned with requirements, delivered according to plans, and developed to expected quality and security standards. Work closely with AI product manager to review model monitoring reports and analyse datasets in order to inform model improvement needs. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior data scientists, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Ensure the team adheres to defined best practices, standards, and processes, promoting excellence in technical execution and project delivery. Stay current with the latest advancements in data science and machine learning research and propose innovative solutions to address business challenges. Insurwave is where insurance buyers consolidate and visualise their data to understand their risk and make smarter transfer decisions. Our platform offers an integrated insurance management experience, from collecting and consolidating risk data to its distribution to all parties involved, keeping everyone in the insurance value chain connected and up-to-date. In one place, companies buying and selling risk can harness insightful data, view business exposure changes in real-time and automate time-consuming tasks to focus on what they do best. We are looking forward to hearing from you! Thank you for your interest in Insurwave. Please fill out the following short form. Should you have difficulties with the upload of your data, please send an email to Please add all mandatory information with a to send your application.
At Amazon, delivering great experiences for our customers is top priority. The Production Planning Team ensures Amazon's Fulfillment Centers have robust and cost optimal labor plans while constantly innovating in a number of areas aimed at improving our customers' experience. You will work with stakeholders and data sources to recommend on-going hourly staffing plans and shift structures in all of our European Fulfillment Centers. We are looking for a passionate, analytical and technical person who will relentlessly dive deep, improving the accuracy and efficiency of the planning process. An analyst will be expected to influence network level strategic decisions through partnering with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess both an analytical background that enables them to support network planning and demonstrate the ability to think broadly and strategically about operational initiatives. They will experience a wide range of problem solving situations, requiring extensive use of data collection and analysis. They will work in lock-step with multiple business teams including FC operations' leadership, HR, finance leadership, supply chain, transportation, work force staffing and others. Key job responsibilities Responsibilities include: Interacting with and influencing business and finance customers to gather, calculate and present data. Supporting with input forecasting using trend analysis and statistical modeling to drive decision making. Be responsible for the Production Planning as well as cost and service optimization Building short/medium and long term operational plans to minimize variable costs associated with staffing Analyzing and solving business problems with focus on understanding data deviations, their root causes, and driving forward-looking opportunities Communicating complex analysis and insights to stakeholders and business leaders, both verbally and in writing. Participate in global operational and production planning initiatives and project roll outs to cater to growing business needs Propose, develop and promote process improvement and standardization across all sites in the network The position involves remote communication via Amazon Technologies with colleagues and teams in EU/worldwide Location: London - LHR16 We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering, economics or related field - Experience translating roadmaps and key performance indicators as well as recommendations to senior leaders - Experience in quantitative research or analyses - Experience in program/project management - Experience working with SPSS, SAS or other statistical software packages - Experience utilizing SQL - Advanced Excel and Access skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Analysis experience in Advanced Planning & Optimization Systems, or Enterprise Resource Planning Systems, with the ability to influence technical teams to achieve the right technical solutions - Operations Research or Capacity Planning experience strongly preferred - Some programming experience is a plus to automate tools whenever appropriate - Basic/Working knowledge of Six Sigma tools and Lean techniques preferred - Deep understanding of Distribution and Manufacturing Resource Planning - Experience with performance metrics, process improvement and Lean techniques - Ability to work successfully in a dynamic, ambiguous environment - Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workloads - Ability to develop new ideas and creative solutions - Ability to closely work with operation, finance and planning leaders to manage lead-time, capacity, and optimize the impact of labor on supply position throughout the entire supply chain 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:).
May 01, 2024
Full time
At Amazon, delivering great experiences for our customers is top priority. The Production Planning Team ensures Amazon's Fulfillment Centers have robust and cost optimal labor plans while constantly innovating in a number of areas aimed at improving our customers' experience. You will work with stakeholders and data sources to recommend on-going hourly staffing plans and shift structures in all of our European Fulfillment Centers. We are looking for a passionate, analytical and technical person who will relentlessly dive deep, improving the accuracy and efficiency of the planning process. An analyst will be expected to influence network level strategic decisions through partnering with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess both an analytical background that enables them to support network planning and demonstrate the ability to think broadly and strategically about operational initiatives. They will experience a wide range of problem solving situations, requiring extensive use of data collection and analysis. They will work in lock-step with multiple business teams including FC operations' leadership, HR, finance leadership, supply chain, transportation, work force staffing and others. Key job responsibilities Responsibilities include: Interacting with and influencing business and finance customers to gather, calculate and present data. Supporting with input forecasting using trend analysis and statistical modeling to drive decision making. Be responsible for the Production Planning as well as cost and service optimization Building short/medium and long term operational plans to minimize variable costs associated with staffing Analyzing and solving business problems with focus on understanding data deviations, their root causes, and driving forward-looking opportunities Communicating complex analysis and insights to stakeholders and business leaders, both verbally and in writing. Participate in global operational and production planning initiatives and project roll outs to cater to growing business needs Propose, develop and promote process improvement and standardization across all sites in the network The position involves remote communication via Amazon Technologies with colleagues and teams in EU/worldwide Location: London - LHR16 We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering, economics or related field - Experience translating roadmaps and key performance indicators as well as recommendations to senior leaders - Experience in quantitative research or analyses - Experience in program/project management - Experience working with SPSS, SAS or other statistical software packages - Experience utilizing SQL - Advanced Excel and Access skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Analysis experience in Advanced Planning & Optimization Systems, or Enterprise Resource Planning Systems, with the ability to influence technical teams to achieve the right technical solutions - Operations Research or Capacity Planning experience strongly preferred - Some programming experience is a plus to automate tools whenever appropriate - Basic/Working knowledge of Six Sigma tools and Lean techniques preferred - Deep understanding of Distribution and Manufacturing Resource Planning - Experience with performance metrics, process improvement and Lean techniques - Ability to work successfully in a dynamic, ambiguous environment - Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workloads - Ability to develop new ideas and creative solutions - Ability to closely work with operation, finance and planning leaders to manage lead-time, capacity, and optimize the impact of labor on supply position throughout the entire supply chain 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:).
At Amazon, delivering great experiences for our customers is top priority. EU PPT ensures Amazon's Fulfillment Centers have robust and cost optimal labor plans while constantly innovating in a number of areas aimed at improving our customers' experience. You will work with stakeholders and data sources to recommend on-going hourly staffing plans and shift structures in all of our European Fulfillment Centers. We are looking for a passionate, analytical and technical person who will relentlessly dive deep, improving the accuracy and efficiency of the planning process. An analyst will be expected to influence network level strategic decisions through partnering with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess both an analytical background that enables them to support network planning and demonstrate the ability to think broadly and strategically about operational initiatives. They will experience a wide range of problem solving situations, requiring extensive use of data collection and analysis. They will work in lock-step with multiple business teams including FC operations' leadership, HR, finance leadership, supply chain, transportation, work force staffing and others. Key job responsibilities Responsibilities include: Interacting with and influencing business and finance customers to gather, calculate and present data. Supporting with input forecasting using trend analysis and statistical modeling to drive decision making. Be responsible for the Production Planning as well as cost and service optimization Building short/medium and long term operational plans to minimize variable costs associated with staffing Analyzing and solving business problems with focus on understanding data deviations, their root causes, and driving forward-looking opportunities Communicating complex analysis and insights to stakeholders and business leaders, both verbally and in writing. Participate in global operational and production planning initiatives and project roll outs to cater to growing business needs Propose, develop and promote process improvement and standardization across all sites in the network The position involves remote communication via Amazon Technologies with colleagues and teams in EU/worldwide Location: London - LHR16 We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Degree in finance, business, economics, mathematics, statistics, computer science or related field - Experience working with SQL, Datamart or VBA - Experience translating roadmaps and key performance indicators as well as recommendations to senior leaders - Experience in quantitative research or analyses - Experience in program/project management PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Ability to closely work with operation, finance and planning leaders to manage lead-time, capacity, and optimize the impact of labor on supply position throughout the entire supply chain - Some programming experience is a plus to automate tools whenever appropriate - Analysis experience in Advanced Planning & Optimization Systems, or Enterprise Resource Planning Systems, with the ability to influence technical teams to achieve the right technical solutions - Operations Research or Capacity Planning experience strongly preferred - Basic/Working knowledge of Six Sigma tools and Lean techniques preferred - Deep understanding of Distribution and Manufacturing Resource Planning - Experience with performance metrics, process improvement and Lean techniques - Ability to work successfully in a dynamic, ambiguous environment - Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workloads - Ability to develop new ideas and creative solutions 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:).
May 01, 2024
Full time
At Amazon, delivering great experiences for our customers is top priority. EU PPT ensures Amazon's Fulfillment Centers have robust and cost optimal labor plans while constantly innovating in a number of areas aimed at improving our customers' experience. You will work with stakeholders and data sources to recommend on-going hourly staffing plans and shift structures in all of our European Fulfillment Centers. We are looking for a passionate, analytical and technical person who will relentlessly dive deep, improving the accuracy and efficiency of the planning process. An analyst will be expected to influence network level strategic decisions through partnering with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess both an analytical background that enables them to support network planning and demonstrate the ability to think broadly and strategically about operational initiatives. They will experience a wide range of problem solving situations, requiring extensive use of data collection and analysis. They will work in lock-step with multiple business teams including FC operations' leadership, HR, finance leadership, supply chain, transportation, work force staffing and others. Key job responsibilities Responsibilities include: Interacting with and influencing business and finance customers to gather, calculate and present data. Supporting with input forecasting using trend analysis and statistical modeling to drive decision making. Be responsible for the Production Planning as well as cost and service optimization Building short/medium and long term operational plans to minimize variable costs associated with staffing Analyzing and solving business problems with focus on understanding data deviations, their root causes, and driving forward-looking opportunities Communicating complex analysis and insights to stakeholders and business leaders, both verbally and in writing. Participate in global operational and production planning initiatives and project roll outs to cater to growing business needs Propose, develop and promote process improvement and standardization across all sites in the network The position involves remote communication via Amazon Technologies with colleagues and teams in EU/worldwide Location: London - LHR16 We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Degree in finance, business, economics, mathematics, statistics, computer science or related field - Experience working with SQL, Datamart or VBA - Experience translating roadmaps and key performance indicators as well as recommendations to senior leaders - Experience in quantitative research or analyses - Experience in program/project management PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Ability to closely work with operation, finance and planning leaders to manage lead-time, capacity, and optimize the impact of labor on supply position throughout the entire supply chain - Some programming experience is a plus to automate tools whenever appropriate - Analysis experience in Advanced Planning & Optimization Systems, or Enterprise Resource Planning Systems, with the ability to influence technical teams to achieve the right technical solutions - Operations Research or Capacity Planning experience strongly preferred - Basic/Working knowledge of Six Sigma tools and Lean techniques preferred - Deep understanding of Distribution and Manufacturing Resource Planning - Experience with performance metrics, process improvement and Lean techniques - Ability to work successfully in a dynamic, ambiguous environment - Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workloads - Ability to develop new ideas and creative solutions 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:).
At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and visionary people. Amazon Transportation Services (ATS) is looking for a passionate, analytical and resourceful person who will support Network Capacity Management (NCM) in capacity planning functions in the EU Middle Mile transportation network. The team provides our network with cost-optimal and flexible capacity solutions for operations and ensures to scale for seasonal peak demand increases. In this role, you will drive customer experience by directly influencing development, planning and execution of production planning cycles to ensure robust and cost optimal labor plans. You are constantly monitoring, evaluating and challenging planning inputs and provide data-driven insights to improve our performance in this fast-growing business. The role will require quickly learning operations to understand key performance indicators (KPIs) and gaining proficiency with Amazon systems in order to conduct efficient planning and analyses. You will be working closely with business partners, stakeholders, and other teams across transportation to reduce cost, while improving customer experience. We are looking for a passionate, analytical and resourceful person who will be able to demonstrate exceptional customer experience, a high level of motivation, and an ability to manage relations with multiple stakeholders. You are a person who enjoys operating in a dynamic, fast changing environment and using data to identify and address key risks helping to develop efficient customer centric solutions. The ideal candidate has experience in production planning/labor planning and passion to relentlessly dive deep and improve the accuracy and efficiency of the planning process. Key job responsibilities • Building short- and medium-term operational capacity plans to optimize cost and service associated with staffing • Analyzing planning gaps/deviations and translate them into actionable items to improve future plans • Interacting with business teams (e.g. finance, forecasting) to validate and challenge inputs variables using a data-driven approach • Focusing on controllership, driving continuous improvement and standardization of processes, including implementation of planning best practices and automation initiatives. • Communicating complex analysis, insights and results to senior leadership to influence and support tactical and strategic business decisions • Working with a variety of data sources, being able to identify incomplete or inaccurate data, identifying root causes, escalating discrepancies, partnering on the resolution and executing fixes • Analyzing and solving business problems related to data deviations through identifying root causes, driving corrective-actions and implementing processes and mechanism to insist on highest standards • Participating in global operational and production planning initiatives and projects to identify and adjust to growing business needs A day in the life Every day, you'll focus on our business objectives - from improving efficiency to increasing reliability - and find creative ways to make these happen. You'll be part of a team driving major projects to standardise our processes and make improvements to our operations. That will involve being in regular contact with senior management and a wider group of stakeholders to define the project requirements and update them on status, risks, and impacts. You'll also create communication plans to bring everyone up to speed with the new processes you implement. As a Capacity Planning Manager, you'll be the expert in charge of spotting the problems, seeing the gaps and inefficiencies, and creating solutions. Deep diving into data will help you find those challenges and keep track of the effectiveness of your improvements. About the team Amazon couldn't deliver at pace without the Amazon Transportation Service (ATS) team. As part of ATS, you'll be welcomed into a diverse team that plays a central role in our success. Using air, sea and road transport, as well as sortation centres equipped with the latest technology, you'll help Amazon's transport run at maximum efficiency. Our team captures data and uses it to drive decisions. They are key to making Amazon more innovative and efficient. We put safety first as our people are our priority. And we use the expertise of our people to get packages to their destination - quickly, conveniently and sustainably. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS • A degree in business, supply chain, transportation, economics or a technical field • Relevant experience working in a supply chain, transportation, project management or management consulting role • Relevant experience in project management or management consulting including handling multiple ongoing projects • Relevant experience using Microsoft Excel for data analysis • Relevant experience of communicating with a wide range of stakeholders PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Experience in process improvement • Operational background • Understanding of SQL • Experience with data visualisation tools such as Tableau, Power BI or QuickSight 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:).
May 01, 2024
Full time
At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and visionary people. Amazon Transportation Services (ATS) is looking for a passionate, analytical and resourceful person who will support Network Capacity Management (NCM) in capacity planning functions in the EU Middle Mile transportation network. The team provides our network with cost-optimal and flexible capacity solutions for operations and ensures to scale for seasonal peak demand increases. In this role, you will drive customer experience by directly influencing development, planning and execution of production planning cycles to ensure robust and cost optimal labor plans. You are constantly monitoring, evaluating and challenging planning inputs and provide data-driven insights to improve our performance in this fast-growing business. The role will require quickly learning operations to understand key performance indicators (KPIs) and gaining proficiency with Amazon systems in order to conduct efficient planning and analyses. You will be working closely with business partners, stakeholders, and other teams across transportation to reduce cost, while improving customer experience. We are looking for a passionate, analytical and resourceful person who will be able to demonstrate exceptional customer experience, a high level of motivation, and an ability to manage relations with multiple stakeholders. You are a person who enjoys operating in a dynamic, fast changing environment and using data to identify and address key risks helping to develop efficient customer centric solutions. The ideal candidate has experience in production planning/labor planning and passion to relentlessly dive deep and improve the accuracy and efficiency of the planning process. Key job responsibilities • Building short- and medium-term operational capacity plans to optimize cost and service associated with staffing • Analyzing planning gaps/deviations and translate them into actionable items to improve future plans • Interacting with business teams (e.g. finance, forecasting) to validate and challenge inputs variables using a data-driven approach • Focusing on controllership, driving continuous improvement and standardization of processes, including implementation of planning best practices and automation initiatives. • Communicating complex analysis, insights and results to senior leadership to influence and support tactical and strategic business decisions • Working with a variety of data sources, being able to identify incomplete or inaccurate data, identifying root causes, escalating discrepancies, partnering on the resolution and executing fixes • Analyzing and solving business problems related to data deviations through identifying root causes, driving corrective-actions and implementing processes and mechanism to insist on highest standards • Participating in global operational and production planning initiatives and projects to identify and adjust to growing business needs A day in the life Every day, you'll focus on our business objectives - from improving efficiency to increasing reliability - and find creative ways to make these happen. You'll be part of a team driving major projects to standardise our processes and make improvements to our operations. That will involve being in regular contact with senior management and a wider group of stakeholders to define the project requirements and update them on status, risks, and impacts. You'll also create communication plans to bring everyone up to speed with the new processes you implement. As a Capacity Planning Manager, you'll be the expert in charge of spotting the problems, seeing the gaps and inefficiencies, and creating solutions. Deep diving into data will help you find those challenges and keep track of the effectiveness of your improvements. About the team Amazon couldn't deliver at pace without the Amazon Transportation Service (ATS) team. As part of ATS, you'll be welcomed into a diverse team that plays a central role in our success. Using air, sea and road transport, as well as sortation centres equipped with the latest technology, you'll help Amazon's transport run at maximum efficiency. Our team captures data and uses it to drive decisions. They are key to making Amazon more innovative and efficient. We put safety first as our people are our priority. And we use the expertise of our people to get packages to their destination - quickly, conveniently and sustainably. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS • A degree in business, supply chain, transportation, economics or a technical field • Relevant experience working in a supply chain, transportation, project management or management consulting role • Relevant experience in project management or management consulting including handling multiple ongoing projects • Relevant experience using Microsoft Excel for data analysis • Relevant experience of communicating with a wide range of stakeholders PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Experience in process improvement • Operational background • Understanding of SQL • Experience with data visualisation tools such as Tableau, Power BI or QuickSight 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:).
The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure. Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions. Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions. The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world's leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform. The Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,300 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world's most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist. Role Overview As a versatile professional, this role revolves around synthesising intricate and often contradictory information to solve complex problems. Your expertise lies in unravelling ambiguity, precisely defining key elements in intricate situations, and encouraging innovative thinking within the team. Additionally, you are adept at developing and delivering multi-mode communications tailored to diverse audiences. Your polished and compelling communication style ensures the effective dissemination of knowledge, insights, and updates. Your interest in others' perspectives, coupled with your ability to create rich documents and reports, contributes significantly to building a cohesive and informed work environment. Furthermore, your strategic acumen shines through as you apply your knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance organisational goals. Your understanding of critical business drivers allows you to align your activities effectively, while your vigilance in monitoring market changes shapes informed decisions. Your planning and prioritisation skills are evident in your clear, logically sequenced plans that align with organisational goals, demonstrating a commitment to reducing bottlenecks and expediting work processes. Role Responsibilities Support to both commercial and market data operations teams. Management of Market data service contract renewals. Regular interaction with suppliers to ensure high quality services & cost efficiency are maintained. Participate in Vendor and Exchange Audits. Understanding of Market Data feeds/systems used within region. Ensure the company is compliant with all market data contracts. Ensure that all Market Data Usage is appropriately licensed. Vendor liaison regarding products and projects. Project Management as required by the Business. Advise Desks and Senior Management of Market Data spend and usage. Experience / Competences Essential Current experience in a like-for-like or similar role. Knowledge of managing market data spend i.e. suppliers/exchanges. Ability to build relationships and manage stakeholders. Experience with anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders. Proven experience aligning work with relevant workgroups to reduce bottlenecks. Effective communicator, both written and verbal. Adapts approach and demeanour in real-time to match shifting demands. Willingness to listen and learn knowledge from other team members. Willingness to cover a broad range of activity across both commercial and operational tasks. Desired Knowledge of entitlement systems e.g. EMRS/ TREP/ DACS. Knowledge of market data tools e.g. ACT/PEAR. Understands how activities relate to critical business drivers. Understands current problems but has a view and can drive application of new concepts and principles when addressing issues. Creates new and better ways for the organisation to be successful. Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies. Knows what to prioritise for the greatest strategic impact. Takes industry and market trends into account in decision-making. Not The Perfect Fit? Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us. Company Statement We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement. Location UK - 135 Bishopsgate - London
May 01, 2024
Full time
The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure. Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions. Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions. The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world's leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform. The Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,300 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world's most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist. Role Overview As a versatile professional, this role revolves around synthesising intricate and often contradictory information to solve complex problems. Your expertise lies in unravelling ambiguity, precisely defining key elements in intricate situations, and encouraging innovative thinking within the team. Additionally, you are adept at developing and delivering multi-mode communications tailored to diverse audiences. Your polished and compelling communication style ensures the effective dissemination of knowledge, insights, and updates. Your interest in others' perspectives, coupled with your ability to create rich documents and reports, contributes significantly to building a cohesive and informed work environment. Furthermore, your strategic acumen shines through as you apply your knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance organisational goals. Your understanding of critical business drivers allows you to align your activities effectively, while your vigilance in monitoring market changes shapes informed decisions. Your planning and prioritisation skills are evident in your clear, logically sequenced plans that align with organisational goals, demonstrating a commitment to reducing bottlenecks and expediting work processes. Role Responsibilities Support to both commercial and market data operations teams. Management of Market data service contract renewals. Regular interaction with suppliers to ensure high quality services & cost efficiency are maintained. Participate in Vendor and Exchange Audits. Understanding of Market Data feeds/systems used within region. Ensure the company is compliant with all market data contracts. Ensure that all Market Data Usage is appropriately licensed. Vendor liaison regarding products and projects. Project Management as required by the Business. Advise Desks and Senior Management of Market Data spend and usage. Experience / Competences Essential Current experience in a like-for-like or similar role. Knowledge of managing market data spend i.e. suppliers/exchanges. Ability to build relationships and manage stakeholders. Experience with anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders. Proven experience aligning work with relevant workgroups to reduce bottlenecks. Effective communicator, both written and verbal. Adapts approach and demeanour in real-time to match shifting demands. Willingness to listen and learn knowledge from other team members. Willingness to cover a broad range of activity across both commercial and operational tasks. Desired Knowledge of entitlement systems e.g. EMRS/ TREP/ DACS. Knowledge of market data tools e.g. ACT/PEAR. Understands how activities relate to critical business drivers. Understands current problems but has a view and can drive application of new concepts and principles when addressing issues. Creates new and better ways for the organisation to be successful. Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies. Knows what to prioritise for the greatest strategic impact. Takes industry and market trends into account in decision-making. Not The Perfect Fit? Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us. Company Statement We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement. Location UK - 135 Bishopsgate - London
The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure. Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions. Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions. The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world's leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform. The Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,300 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world's most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist. Role Overview As a versatile professional, this role revolves around synthesising intricate and often contradictory information to solve complex problems. Your expertise lies in unravelling ambiguity, precisely defining key elements in intricate situations, and encouraging innovative thinking within the team. Additionally, you are adept at developing and delivering multi-mode communications tailored to diverse audiences. Your polished and compelling communication style ensures the effective dissemination of knowledge, insights, and updates. Your interest in others' perspectives, coupled with your ability to create rich documents and reports, contributes significantly to building a cohesive and informed work environment. Furthermore, your strategic acumen shines through as you apply your knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance organisational goals. Your understanding of critical business drivers allows you to align your activities effectively, while your vigilance in monitoring market changes shapes informed decisions. Your planning and prioritisation skills are evident in your clear, logically sequenced plans that align with organisational goals, demonstrating a commitment to reducing bottlenecks and expediting work processes. Role Responsibilities Support to both commercial and market data operations teams. Management of Market data service contract renewals. Regular interaction with suppliers to ensure high quality services & cost efficiency are maintained. Participate in Vendor and Exchange Audits. Understanding of Market Data feeds/systems used within region. Ensure the company is compliant with all market data contracts. Ensure that all Market Data Usage is appropriately licensed. Vendor liaison regarding products and projects. Project Management as required by the Business. Advise Desks and Senior Management of Market Data spend and usage. Experience / Competences Essential Current experience in a like-for-like or similar role. Knowledge of managing market data spend i.e. suppliers/exchanges. Ability to build relationships and manage stakeholders. Experience with anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders. Proven experience aligning work with relevant workgroups to reduce bottlenecks. Effective communicator, both written and verbal. Adapts approach and demeanour in real-time to match shifting demands. Willingness to listen and learn knowledge from other team members. Willingness to cover a broad range of activity across both commercial and operational tasks. Desired Knowledge of entitlement systems e.g. EMRS/ TREP/ DACS. Knowledge of market data tools e.g. ACT/PEAR. Understands how activities relate to critical business drivers. Understands current problems but has a view and can drive application of new concepts and principles when addressing issues. Creates new and better ways for the organisation to be successful. Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies. Knows what to prioritise for the greatest strategic impact. Takes industry and market trends into account in decision-making. Not The Perfect Fit? Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us. Company Statement We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement. Location UK - City Quays - Belfast
May 01, 2024
Full time
The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure. Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions. Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions. The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world's leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform. The Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,300 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world's most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist. Role Overview As a versatile professional, this role revolves around synthesising intricate and often contradictory information to solve complex problems. Your expertise lies in unravelling ambiguity, precisely defining key elements in intricate situations, and encouraging innovative thinking within the team. Additionally, you are adept at developing and delivering multi-mode communications tailored to diverse audiences. Your polished and compelling communication style ensures the effective dissemination of knowledge, insights, and updates. Your interest in others' perspectives, coupled with your ability to create rich documents and reports, contributes significantly to building a cohesive and informed work environment. Furthermore, your strategic acumen shines through as you apply your knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance organisational goals. Your understanding of critical business drivers allows you to align your activities effectively, while your vigilance in monitoring market changes shapes informed decisions. Your planning and prioritisation skills are evident in your clear, logically sequenced plans that align with organisational goals, demonstrating a commitment to reducing bottlenecks and expediting work processes. Role Responsibilities Support to both commercial and market data operations teams. Management of Market data service contract renewals. Regular interaction with suppliers to ensure high quality services & cost efficiency are maintained. Participate in Vendor and Exchange Audits. Understanding of Market Data feeds/systems used within region. Ensure the company is compliant with all market data contracts. Ensure that all Market Data Usage is appropriately licensed. Vendor liaison regarding products and projects. Project Management as required by the Business. Advise Desks and Senior Management of Market Data spend and usage. Experience / Competences Essential Current experience in a like-for-like or similar role. Knowledge of managing market data spend i.e. suppliers/exchanges. Ability to build relationships and manage stakeholders. Experience with anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders. Proven experience aligning work with relevant workgroups to reduce bottlenecks. Effective communicator, both written and verbal. Adapts approach and demeanour in real-time to match shifting demands. Willingness to listen and learn knowledge from other team members. Willingness to cover a broad range of activity across both commercial and operational tasks. Desired Knowledge of entitlement systems e.g. EMRS/ TREP/ DACS. Knowledge of market data tools e.g. ACT/PEAR. Understands how activities relate to critical business drivers. Understands current problems but has a view and can drive application of new concepts and principles when addressing issues. Creates new and better ways for the organisation to be successful. Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies. Knows what to prioritise for the greatest strategic impact. Takes industry and market trends into account in decision-making. Not The Perfect Fit? Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us. Company Statement We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement. Location UK - City Quays - Belfast
Senior Data Architect Joining Capco means joining an organisation that is committed to an inclusive working environment where you're encouraged to Be Yourself At Work. We celebrate individuality and recognize that diversity and inclusion, in all forms, is critical to success. It's important to us that we recruit and develop as diverse a range of talent as we can and we believe that everyone brings something different to the table - so we'd love to know what makes you different. Such differences may mean we need to make changes to our process to allow you the best possible platform to succeed, and we are happy to cater to any reasonable adjustments you may require. You will find the section to let us know of these at the bottom of your application form or you can mention it directly to your recruiter at any stage and they will be happy to help. ABOUT US Capco is global technology and business consultancy with a focus on the financial services sector. We are passionate about helping our clients succeed in an ever-changing industry, combining innovative thinking with unique expert know-how. The solutions we offer our customers every day are as diverse as our employees. We are/have: Experts across the Capital Markets, Insurance, Payments, Retail Banking and Wealth & Asset Management domains. Deep knowledge in various financial services offerings including Finance, Risk and Compliance, Financial Crime, Core Banking etc. Committed to growing our business and hiring the best talent to help us get there Focused on maintaining our nimble, agile and entrepreneurial culture. Your Capco Day/Key Responsibilities You will accompany and lead complex agile consulting projects supporting our clients with data architecture design and delivery. You will work with technology leaders across Financial Services to provide best practice guidance for data management and data architecture development and optimization. You will build a set of services and capabilities that support Capco's vision of Modern Data Architecture and our clients' data journeys to Cloud to enable efficient, transparent and high-quality data management. You will have opportunities to assume greater responsibility for your topics, as well as managing small project teams and supporting Capco Data Architecture business development. Preferred Experience Experience architecting & implementing data strategy, solutions & governance models. Experience of aligning data architecture & strategy across multiple programmes, work streams and business units. Demonstrable experience using Cloud data technologies to develop enterprise Data platforms. Cloud architect/data architect certifications (AWS, GPC, Azure). Knowledge of the relevant procedures, architectures and technologies in one or more of the following topics: Contextual Datamodelling, Entity Relationship Modelling, Logical & Physical Datamodelling and Data Lake design. Experience designing and implementing cloud data migration and storage patterns on one or more of AWS, GCP and Microsoft Azure Experience implementing and integrating data management platforms for data cataloguing, classification and metadata management. Experience designing and developing data privacy, security and entitlements frameworks for cloud provider ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP). Good understanding of cloud networking architecture, operations, automation and cost management. Ideally, relevant practical project experience in Financial Services with proven leadership skills and ability to operate in complex environments/projects, managing multiple stakeholders at all levels of the organisation. An understanding or interest in Graph computing and semantic Datamodelling. A credible individual who can communicate effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Effective teamworking with very good analytical and conceptual skills and assertiveness. Data at Capco Capco's global Data Practice of 800+ practitioners are an established team of data strategists, analysts, scientists, architects, and engineers who help client teams harness the power of data to drive insight, optimise performance, and commercialise data opportunities. ?We enable financial institutions to become data-driven by helping transform their understanding, and use of data to derive value. We translate strategy into action - designing, implementing, and mobilising innovative data capabilities with a focus on efficiency and scalability, and partnering with leading vendors and industry bodies. Collaboration, enthusiasm, and encouragement are key in ensuring we maintain our culture through working in an environment where clients become colleagues. We are looking for a candidate who will empower the team, drive high standards, grow the capability, and deliver customer focused outcomes. Our clients and peers have voted us as the A-Team Best Consultancy in Data Management in consecutive years, valuing our ability to identify and develop top data talent. In addition to this, we have proudly won both the Best Consultancy (2022) in the British Banking Awards and the Best ESG Data & Technology Consultancy as part of the annual ESG Insight Awards. WHY JOIN CAPCO? You will work on engaging projects with some of the largest banks in the world, on projects that will transform the financial services industry. We offer: A work culture focused on innovation and creating lasting value for our clients and employees Ongoing learning opportunities to help you acquire new skills or deepen existing expertise A flat, non-hierarchical structure that will enable you to work with senior partners and directly with clients A diverse, inclusive, meritocratic culture Enhanced and competitive family friendly benefits, including maternity/adoption/shared parental leave and paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause and bereavement.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Senior Data Architect Joining Capco means joining an organisation that is committed to an inclusive working environment where you're encouraged to Be Yourself At Work. We celebrate individuality and recognize that diversity and inclusion, in all forms, is critical to success. It's important to us that we recruit and develop as diverse a range of talent as we can and we believe that everyone brings something different to the table - so we'd love to know what makes you different. Such differences may mean we need to make changes to our process to allow you the best possible platform to succeed, and we are happy to cater to any reasonable adjustments you may require. You will find the section to let us know of these at the bottom of your application form or you can mention it directly to your recruiter at any stage and they will be happy to help. ABOUT US Capco is global technology and business consultancy with a focus on the financial services sector. We are passionate about helping our clients succeed in an ever-changing industry, combining innovative thinking with unique expert know-how. The solutions we offer our customers every day are as diverse as our employees. We are/have: Experts across the Capital Markets, Insurance, Payments, Retail Banking and Wealth & Asset Management domains. Deep knowledge in various financial services offerings including Finance, Risk and Compliance, Financial Crime, Core Banking etc. Committed to growing our business and hiring the best talent to help us get there Focused on maintaining our nimble, agile and entrepreneurial culture. Your Capco Day/Key Responsibilities You will accompany and lead complex agile consulting projects supporting our clients with data architecture design and delivery. You will work with technology leaders across Financial Services to provide best practice guidance for data management and data architecture development and optimization. You will build a set of services and capabilities that support Capco's vision of Modern Data Architecture and our clients' data journeys to Cloud to enable efficient, transparent and high-quality data management. You will have opportunities to assume greater responsibility for your topics, as well as managing small project teams and supporting Capco Data Architecture business development. Preferred Experience Experience architecting & implementing data strategy, solutions & governance models. Experience of aligning data architecture & strategy across multiple programmes, work streams and business units. Demonstrable experience using Cloud data technologies to develop enterprise Data platforms. Cloud architect/data architect certifications (AWS, GPC, Azure). Knowledge of the relevant procedures, architectures and technologies in one or more of the following topics: Contextual Datamodelling, Entity Relationship Modelling, Logical & Physical Datamodelling and Data Lake design. Experience designing and implementing cloud data migration and storage patterns on one or more of AWS, GCP and Microsoft Azure Experience implementing and integrating data management platforms for data cataloguing, classification and metadata management. Experience designing and developing data privacy, security and entitlements frameworks for cloud provider ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP). Good understanding of cloud networking architecture, operations, automation and cost management. Ideally, relevant practical project experience in Financial Services with proven leadership skills and ability to operate in complex environments/projects, managing multiple stakeholders at all levels of the organisation. An understanding or interest in Graph computing and semantic Datamodelling. A credible individual who can communicate effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Effective teamworking with very good analytical and conceptual skills and assertiveness. Data at Capco Capco's global Data Practice of 800+ practitioners are an established team of data strategists, analysts, scientists, architects, and engineers who help client teams harness the power of data to drive insight, optimise performance, and commercialise data opportunities. ?We enable financial institutions to become data-driven by helping transform their understanding, and use of data to derive value. We translate strategy into action - designing, implementing, and mobilising innovative data capabilities with a focus on efficiency and scalability, and partnering with leading vendors and industry bodies. Collaboration, enthusiasm, and encouragement are key in ensuring we maintain our culture through working in an environment where clients become colleagues. We are looking for a candidate who will empower the team, drive high standards, grow the capability, and deliver customer focused outcomes. Our clients and peers have voted us as the A-Team Best Consultancy in Data Management in consecutive years, valuing our ability to identify and develop top data talent. In addition to this, we have proudly won both the Best Consultancy (2022) in the British Banking Awards and the Best ESG Data & Technology Consultancy as part of the annual ESG Insight Awards. WHY JOIN CAPCO? You will work on engaging projects with some of the largest banks in the world, on projects that will transform the financial services industry. We offer: A work culture focused on innovation and creating lasting value for our clients and employees Ongoing learning opportunities to help you acquire new skills or deepen existing expertise A flat, non-hierarchical structure that will enable you to work with senior partners and directly with clients A diverse, inclusive, meritocratic culture Enhanced and competitive family friendly benefits, including maternity/adoption/shared parental leave and paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause and bereavement.
The team Strategy & Insights is a team of multiskilled individuals who uncover business problems, analyse the size of the problem, bring best practices from within and across industries and work with various departments to derive solutions, define the impact of the solutions, and ultimately deliver key change projects to achieve tangible results. The Strategy & Insights function acts as the office of the CEO, and is pivotal to providing key decision-making analysis to inform business decisions. Reporting lines Directly reporting to the Operations Director Working closely with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team The responsibilities In this role you will be responsible for: Extracting and analysing data with the aim to build comprehensive reporting and driving business insight Working with data source owners and data engineering team to ensure that key data is accurate, automated and timely Working with the data engineering team to monitor and measure the impact of various solutions Helping drive the evolution of the content and automation of management information, ensuring its optimal value and efficiency of production Using insights to influence decisions, finding solutions to existing business problems, and delivering data-driven actions for various business departments Leading the way by being a catalyst for change, championing new initiatives and working to fix the root causes of problems Deliver key change on commercial projects; working with various departments to ensure these solutions are delivered in a timely manner Identifying and evaluating business risks and opportunities; identifying options to mitigate the risks and exploiting the opportunities Building strong relationships, trust and credibility with relevant stakeholders across the business Developing a detailed understanding of key revenue and cost drivers, as well as relevant competitor and industry context Upskilling the Insight Analyst in the team in order to strengthen and improve overall team output Other: Helping to shape the Strategy & Insights function Providing support in creating forecasts / setting budgets / drafting board materials Delivering ad hoc projects and initiatives The experience and skillset This role will suit an individual looking to drive some of the actions stemming from the data-driven insight created for various departments and who wants to have significant exposure to key decision-making. The ideal candidate would demonstrate the following experience: A proven track record (likely gained over four/five years) of working in a high-paced and project-based organisation, ideally management consultancy, or tech-led company. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to review and understand business models and strategies, focus on key issues, and deliver relevant analysis. Strong commercial awareness; ability to develop an understanding of commercial issues quickly. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to form working relationships and gain credibility with colleagues from different levels and disciplines. Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to communicate effectively, concisely and accurately. Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, ideally a good level of proficiency in SQL, R or python, and demonstrated ability to leverage different IT systems (Not Essential) Good organisational skills, with the ability to successfully balance multiple priorities and deliver to tight deadlines. Keen to work in a fast-paced scale-up environment. Flexible and able to work outside a standard structure and framework. A team player; someone who is open and able and willing to deliver beyond his or her personal brief Proven people management skills. The ideal candidate would have led various teams in the past and contributed to the progression of more junior team members Highly motivated individual, with the ability to challenge current practices and a desire to constantly learn and develop About Yopa Winner of the Best Hybrid Agency for the 2021 Negotiator award! Winner of Best Online Agent for 2019 at UK Estate Agent of the Year awards! Winner of the allAgents.co.uk awards for best UK Online & Hybrid Estate Agency 2018 & 2019! Yopa is a leading UK-based full service, fair fixed fee estate agent. Founded in 2015, Yopa has already become the 8th largest estate agent in the UK. In 2017 Yopa was recognised by LinkedIn as one of the UK's Top 20 Start-up companies to work for. We are disrupting the traditional high street agencies by doing away with the unnecessary cost of high street shop fronts and leveraging its proprietary technology and scale to deliver a great experience for its customers, all for a fair fixed fee. Yopa has already received over 7,500 '5 star' Trustpilot reviews from delighted customers and is backed by some of the biggest names in the property industry including Savills, DMGT and LSL Property Services plc. Yopa is scaling, fast. We've achieved a lot so far, but we have big ambitions and the opportunity is huge.
May 01, 2024
Full time
The team Strategy & Insights is a team of multiskilled individuals who uncover business problems, analyse the size of the problem, bring best practices from within and across industries and work with various departments to derive solutions, define the impact of the solutions, and ultimately deliver key change projects to achieve tangible results. The Strategy & Insights function acts as the office of the CEO, and is pivotal to providing key decision-making analysis to inform business decisions. Reporting lines Directly reporting to the Operations Director Working closely with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team The responsibilities In this role you will be responsible for: Extracting and analysing data with the aim to build comprehensive reporting and driving business insight Working with data source owners and data engineering team to ensure that key data is accurate, automated and timely Working with the data engineering team to monitor and measure the impact of various solutions Helping drive the evolution of the content and automation of management information, ensuring its optimal value and efficiency of production Using insights to influence decisions, finding solutions to existing business problems, and delivering data-driven actions for various business departments Leading the way by being a catalyst for change, championing new initiatives and working to fix the root causes of problems Deliver key change on commercial projects; working with various departments to ensure these solutions are delivered in a timely manner Identifying and evaluating business risks and opportunities; identifying options to mitigate the risks and exploiting the opportunities Building strong relationships, trust and credibility with relevant stakeholders across the business Developing a detailed understanding of key revenue and cost drivers, as well as relevant competitor and industry context Upskilling the Insight Analyst in the team in order to strengthen and improve overall team output Other: Helping to shape the Strategy & Insights function Providing support in creating forecasts / setting budgets / drafting board materials Delivering ad hoc projects and initiatives The experience and skillset This role will suit an individual looking to drive some of the actions stemming from the data-driven insight created for various departments and who wants to have significant exposure to key decision-making. The ideal candidate would demonstrate the following experience: A proven track record (likely gained over four/five years) of working in a high-paced and project-based organisation, ideally management consultancy, or tech-led company. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to review and understand business models and strategies, focus on key issues, and deliver relevant analysis. Strong commercial awareness; ability to develop an understanding of commercial issues quickly. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to form working relationships and gain credibility with colleagues from different levels and disciplines. Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to communicate effectively, concisely and accurately. Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, ideally a good level of proficiency in SQL, R or python, and demonstrated ability to leverage different IT systems (Not Essential) Good organisational skills, with the ability to successfully balance multiple priorities and deliver to tight deadlines. Keen to work in a fast-paced scale-up environment. Flexible and able to work outside a standard structure and framework. A team player; someone who is open and able and willing to deliver beyond his or her personal brief Proven people management skills. The ideal candidate would have led various teams in the past and contributed to the progression of more junior team members Highly motivated individual, with the ability to challenge current practices and a desire to constantly learn and develop About Yopa Winner of the Best Hybrid Agency for the 2021 Negotiator award! Winner of Best Online Agent for 2019 at UK Estate Agent of the Year awards! Winner of the allAgents.co.uk awards for best UK Online & Hybrid Estate Agency 2018 & 2019! Yopa is a leading UK-based full service, fair fixed fee estate agent. Founded in 2015, Yopa has already become the 8th largest estate agent in the UK. In 2017 Yopa was recognised by LinkedIn as one of the UK's Top 20 Start-up companies to work for. We are disrupting the traditional high street agencies by doing away with the unnecessary cost of high street shop fronts and leveraging its proprietary technology and scale to deliver a great experience for its customers, all for a fair fixed fee. Yopa has already received over 7,500 '5 star' Trustpilot reviews from delighted customers and is backed by some of the biggest names in the property industry including Savills, DMGT and LSL Property Services plc. Yopa is scaling, fast. We've achieved a lot so far, but we have big ambitions and the opportunity is huge.
Macildowie Recruitment and Retention
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Senior Business Process Lead (Process Development Manager) Salary: £70,000 + Benefits + Hybrid Working (50/50 split) Location: Milton Keynes Opportunity: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Business Process Manager to spearhead our clients process mapping and improvement team, creating best in class process analysis and development. Sitting as part of the wider IT and Digital team, this pivotal role involves leading a dedicated team of process modellers and improvement analysts to design and refine the organisational process blueprint. Your expertise will help achieve operational excellence through the effective management and optimisation of processes, with a strong focus on quality and delivery. Responsibilities: Process Management Leadership: Take charge of process mapping resources, mentoring the team while ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Process Optimisation: Drive enhancements in efficiency and productivity by optimising workflows and implementing innovative strategies. ARIS Platform Mastery: Utilise your expert knowledge of the ARIS platform to lead process modelling, analysis, and simulation efforts. Experience on this platform is key so please include your experience in your CV. Data Analysis: Employ data mining techniques to extract insights and improve process performance. Collaboration and Coordination: Manage relationships and project alignment with external partners, ensuring integration of third-party solutions with process improvement goals. Performance and Reporting: Set and monitor key performance indicators, reporting on process improvement initiatives to senior management. Change Management: Develop strategies to ensure smooth adoption of new processes across the organisation. Quality Assurance: Uphold high standards in process documentation and mapping to ensure reliability and accuracy. Your skills and background: A relevant Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field. Extensive experience in business process management, particularly using the ARIS platform - Please include your experience using the ARIS platform in your CV. Leadership skills with a proven ability to manage and inspire a team. Strong analytical capabilities and proficiency in process mining and data analysis. Excellent communication skills and a track record of successful collaboration with external partners. Experience in change management and quality assurance. What is on offer: £70,000 + Benefits + Hybrid working policy Amazing office space that drives collaboration and innovation An excellent blend of highly experienced and tenured colleagues with a wealth of experience along with a genuine drive and desire to make changes in a market leading way. Make Your Mark: If you are driven to excel in process management and seek a role where you can make a substantial impact, apply now. This role offers the chance to lead, innovate, and enhance the organisational processes, ensuring efficiency and excellence. Apply today to join this forward-thinking team in this integral role. Apply Now! Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography. Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process. If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise. Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Senior Business Process Lead (Process Development Manager) Salary: £70,000 + Benefits + Hybrid Working (50/50 split) Location: Milton Keynes Opportunity: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Business Process Manager to spearhead our clients process mapping and improvement team, creating best in class process analysis and development. Sitting as part of the wider IT and Digital team, this pivotal role involves leading a dedicated team of process modellers and improvement analysts to design and refine the organisational process blueprint. Your expertise will help achieve operational excellence through the effective management and optimisation of processes, with a strong focus on quality and delivery. Responsibilities: Process Management Leadership: Take charge of process mapping resources, mentoring the team while ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Process Optimisation: Drive enhancements in efficiency and productivity by optimising workflows and implementing innovative strategies. ARIS Platform Mastery: Utilise your expert knowledge of the ARIS platform to lead process modelling, analysis, and simulation efforts. Experience on this platform is key so please include your experience in your CV. Data Analysis: Employ data mining techniques to extract insights and improve process performance. Collaboration and Coordination: Manage relationships and project alignment with external partners, ensuring integration of third-party solutions with process improvement goals. Performance and Reporting: Set and monitor key performance indicators, reporting on process improvement initiatives to senior management. Change Management: Develop strategies to ensure smooth adoption of new processes across the organisation. Quality Assurance: Uphold high standards in process documentation and mapping to ensure reliability and accuracy. Your skills and background: A relevant Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field. Extensive experience in business process management, particularly using the ARIS platform - Please include your experience using the ARIS platform in your CV. Leadership skills with a proven ability to manage and inspire a team. Strong analytical capabilities and proficiency in process mining and data analysis. Excellent communication skills and a track record of successful collaboration with external partners. Experience in change management and quality assurance. What is on offer: £70,000 + Benefits + Hybrid working policy Amazing office space that drives collaboration and innovation An excellent blend of highly experienced and tenured colleagues with a wealth of experience along with a genuine drive and desire to make changes in a market leading way. Make Your Mark: If you are driven to excel in process management and seek a role where you can make a substantial impact, apply now. This role offers the chance to lead, innovate, and enhance the organisational processes, ensuring efficiency and excellence. Apply today to join this forward-thinking team in this integral role. Apply Now! Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography. Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process. If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise. Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.
Support the Head of Capital Modelling, Chief Actuary, wider Actuarial team, Risk team and Senior Management through capital modelling. Location: London Category: Non-Life Type: Permanent Key duties (including, but not limited to): Developing and enhance capital modelling capabilities for the Lloyd's syndicate, SIEL and SEIL, which may involve enhancing parts of existing models for entities, and building/consolidating reports from the models for various uses Preparing Solvency Capital Requirement (SCR) submissions for Lloyd's (the Lloyd's Capital Return) for the syndicate, and supporting other entity model development as required. Communicating results and providing analysis of change to the Head of Capital and Chief Actuary Supporting annual and ad-hoc parameterisation of capital models. This will involve investigating new methods and seeking new data sources to continually improve the process Preparing capital metrics and output to aid business planning and management decision making. Communicating these to underwriters to ensure their understanding of key results Line manage one Capital Analyst Supporting the Risk team with validation testing Providing reporting and present results to the Internal Model Committee as required Supporting maintenance of adequate levels of documentation in relation to the Internal Model, in-line with Solvency II requirements Development work to improve efficiency of and reporting from models and ad hoc group reporting Qualified / Nearly qualified with Institute & Faculty of Actuaries or equivalent RPC Tyche software experience (will consider experience with other capital modelling tools) Strong relevant/technical experience Reserving principles Solvency II principles, EU directives in relation to Solvency II and capital adequacy
May 01, 2024
Full time
Support the Head of Capital Modelling, Chief Actuary, wider Actuarial team, Risk team and Senior Management through capital modelling. Location: London Category: Non-Life Type: Permanent Key duties (including, but not limited to): Developing and enhance capital modelling capabilities for the Lloyd's syndicate, SIEL and SEIL, which may involve enhancing parts of existing models for entities, and building/consolidating reports from the models for various uses Preparing Solvency Capital Requirement (SCR) submissions for Lloyd's (the Lloyd's Capital Return) for the syndicate, and supporting other entity model development as required. Communicating results and providing analysis of change to the Head of Capital and Chief Actuary Supporting annual and ad-hoc parameterisation of capital models. This will involve investigating new methods and seeking new data sources to continually improve the process Preparing capital metrics and output to aid business planning and management decision making. Communicating these to underwriters to ensure their understanding of key results Line manage one Capital Analyst Supporting the Risk team with validation testing Providing reporting and present results to the Internal Model Committee as required Supporting maintenance of adequate levels of documentation in relation to the Internal Model, in-line with Solvency II requirements Development work to improve efficiency of and reporting from models and ad hoc group reporting Qualified / Nearly qualified with Institute & Faculty of Actuaries or equivalent RPC Tyche software experience (will consider experience with other capital modelling tools) Strong relevant/technical experience Reserving principles Solvency II principles, EU directives in relation to Solvency II and capital adequacy
Senior Data Scientist Joining Capco means joining an organisation that is committed to an inclusive working environment where you're encouraged to . We celebrate individuality and recognize that diversity and inclusion, in all forms, is critical to success. It's important to us that we recruit and develop as diverse a range of talent as we can and we believe that everyone brings something different to the table - so we'd love to know what makes you different. Such differences may mean we need to make changes to our process to allow you the best possible platform to succeed, and we are happy to cater to any reasonable adjustments you may require. You will find the section to let us know of these at the bottom of your application form or you can mention it directly to your recruiter at any stage and they will be happy to help. ABOUT US Capco is global technology and business consultancy with a focus on the financial services sector. We are passionate about helping our clients succeed in an ever-changing industry, combining innovative thinking with unique expert know-how. The solutions we offer our customers every day are as diverse as our employees. We are/have: Experts across the Capital Markets, Insurance, Payments, Retail Banking and Wealth & Asset Management domains. Deep knowledge in various financial services offerings including Finance, Risk and Compliance, Financial Crime, Core Banking etc. Committed to growing our business and hiring the best talent to help us get there Focused on maintaining our nimble, agile and entrepreneurial culture. What we're looking for: As part of our on-going global expansion strategy, we are currently hiring Senior Data Scientists as Capco continues to grow it's UK Data Practice in our London office. The Senior Data Scientist should be experienced in using statistical, algorithmic, mining and/or visualisation techniques to address complex business problems. You will be an SME on data science / ML solutions and use case development. The successful candidate will advise the Data Scientists and Engineers on technical requirements around the model design, model architecture, model calibration, solution design, and solutions output In addition to this, they will be expected to leverage their expertise to train and grow Data Scientists at a range of experience levels. Responsibilities Develop prototype and proof of concept solutions making use of cutting-edge AI, machine learning and statistical approaches to solve real-world and business problems Technically lead multiple pods of data science & engineers to develop solutions from a business problem into POCs, MVPs, or fully-fledged solutions while collaborating closely with domain experts. Help transition from development environment to production Act as a subject matter expert in data science and machine learning and coach other data scientists Essential skills Analytics, modelling or software development experience including coding/software development skills. In particular: Hands-on experience in building and implementing data science and machine learning solutions to tackle business problems Comfort with rapid prototyping and disciplined software development processes Experience with Python, ML libraries (e.g. spaCy, NumPy, SciPy, Transformers, etc.)data tools and technologies (Spark, Hadoop, Hive, Redshift, SQL), and toolkits for ML and deep learning (SparkML, Tensorflow, Keras) Demonstrated ability to work on multi-disciplinary teams with diverse skillsets Deploying machine learning models and systems to production (DevOps, MLOps, CI/CD) Experience of working in cloud environments (Azure, GCP, AWS) You are also expected to have: Higher level degree (MsC/PhD) in a numerate discipline. Excellent leadership skills Able to articulate complex data science concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Banking and/or Financial Services experience. Bonus points: Entries into Kaggle Competitions Creativity, resourcefulness and a collaborative spirit Data at Capco Capco's global Data Practice of 800+ practitioners are an established team of data strategists, analysts, scientists, architects, and engineers who help client teams harness the power of data to drive insight, optimise performance, and commercialise data opportunities. We enable financial institutions to become data-driven by helping transform their understanding, and use of data to derive value. We translate strategy into action - designing, implementing, and mobilising innovative data capabilities with a focus on efficiency and scalability, and partnering with leading vendors and industry bodies. Collaboration, enthusiasm, and encouragement are key in ensuring we maintain our culture through working in an environment where clients become colleagues. We are looking for a candidate who will empower the team, drive high standards, grow the capability, and deliver customer focused outcomes. Our clients and peers have voted us as the A-Team Best Consultancy in Data Management in consecutive years, valuing our ability to identify and develop top data talent. In addition to this, we have proudly won both the Best Consultancy (2022) in the British Banking Awards and the Best ESG Data & Technology Consultancy as part of the annual ESG Insight Awards. WHY JOIN CAPCO? You will work on engaging projects with some of the largest banks in the world, on projects that will transform the financial services industry. We offer: A work culture focused on innovation and creating lasting value for our clientsand employees Ongoing learning opportunities to help you acquire new skills or deepenexisting expertise A flat, non-hierarchical structure that will enable you to work with senior partnersand directly with clients A diverse, inclusive, meritocratic culture Enhanced and competitive family friendly benefits, including maternity / adoption / shared parental leave and paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause and bereavement.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Senior Data Scientist Joining Capco means joining an organisation that is committed to an inclusive working environment where you're encouraged to . We celebrate individuality and recognize that diversity and inclusion, in all forms, is critical to success. It's important to us that we recruit and develop as diverse a range of talent as we can and we believe that everyone brings something different to the table - so we'd love to know what makes you different. Such differences may mean we need to make changes to our process to allow you the best possible platform to succeed, and we are happy to cater to any reasonable adjustments you may require. You will find the section to let us know of these at the bottom of your application form or you can mention it directly to your recruiter at any stage and they will be happy to help. ABOUT US Capco is global technology and business consultancy with a focus on the financial services sector. We are passionate about helping our clients succeed in an ever-changing industry, combining innovative thinking with unique expert know-how. The solutions we offer our customers every day are as diverse as our employees. We are/have: Experts across the Capital Markets, Insurance, Payments, Retail Banking and Wealth & Asset Management domains. Deep knowledge in various financial services offerings including Finance, Risk and Compliance, Financial Crime, Core Banking etc. Committed to growing our business and hiring the best talent to help us get there Focused on maintaining our nimble, agile and entrepreneurial culture. What we're looking for: As part of our on-going global expansion strategy, we are currently hiring Senior Data Scientists as Capco continues to grow it's UK Data Practice in our London office. The Senior Data Scientist should be experienced in using statistical, algorithmic, mining and/or visualisation techniques to address complex business problems. You will be an SME on data science / ML solutions and use case development. The successful candidate will advise the Data Scientists and Engineers on technical requirements around the model design, model architecture, model calibration, solution design, and solutions output In addition to this, they will be expected to leverage their expertise to train and grow Data Scientists at a range of experience levels. Responsibilities Develop prototype and proof of concept solutions making use of cutting-edge AI, machine learning and statistical approaches to solve real-world and business problems Technically lead multiple pods of data science & engineers to develop solutions from a business problem into POCs, MVPs, or fully-fledged solutions while collaborating closely with domain experts. Help transition from development environment to production Act as a subject matter expert in data science and machine learning and coach other data scientists Essential skills Analytics, modelling or software development experience including coding/software development skills. In particular: Hands-on experience in building and implementing data science and machine learning solutions to tackle business problems Comfort with rapid prototyping and disciplined software development processes Experience with Python, ML libraries (e.g. spaCy, NumPy, SciPy, Transformers, etc.)data tools and technologies (Spark, Hadoop, Hive, Redshift, SQL), and toolkits for ML and deep learning (SparkML, Tensorflow, Keras) Demonstrated ability to work on multi-disciplinary teams with diverse skillsets Deploying machine learning models and systems to production (DevOps, MLOps, CI/CD) Experience of working in cloud environments (Azure, GCP, AWS) You are also expected to have: Higher level degree (MsC/PhD) in a numerate discipline. Excellent leadership skills Able to articulate complex data science concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Banking and/or Financial Services experience. Bonus points: Entries into Kaggle Competitions Creativity, resourcefulness and a collaborative spirit Data at Capco Capco's global Data Practice of 800+ practitioners are an established team of data strategists, analysts, scientists, architects, and engineers who help client teams harness the power of data to drive insight, optimise performance, and commercialise data opportunities. We enable financial institutions to become data-driven by helping transform their understanding, and use of data to derive value. We translate strategy into action - designing, implementing, and mobilising innovative data capabilities with a focus on efficiency and scalability, and partnering with leading vendors and industry bodies. Collaboration, enthusiasm, and encouragement are key in ensuring we maintain our culture through working in an environment where clients become colleagues. We are looking for a candidate who will empower the team, drive high standards, grow the capability, and deliver customer focused outcomes. Our clients and peers have voted us as the A-Team Best Consultancy in Data Management in consecutive years, valuing our ability to identify and develop top data talent. In addition to this, we have proudly won both the Best Consultancy (2022) in the British Banking Awards and the Best ESG Data & Technology Consultancy as part of the annual ESG Insight Awards. WHY JOIN CAPCO? You will work on engaging projects with some of the largest banks in the world, on projects that will transform the financial services industry. We offer: A work culture focused on innovation and creating lasting value for our clientsand employees Ongoing learning opportunities to help you acquire new skills or deepenexisting expertise A flat, non-hierarchical structure that will enable you to work with senior partnersand directly with clients A diverse, inclusive, meritocratic culture Enhanced and competitive family friendly benefits, including maternity / adoption / shared parental leave and paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause and bereavement.
Supply Chain Team Lead c.£37.5 - 50k DOA + 10 - 15% Bonus Lancashire To apply please contact Oskar at An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Supply Chain Team Lead to join a rapidly growing retailer / distribution business. This market leading firm utilize their unrivalled supply base to sell a diverse range of products from the Far East & Eastern Europe across the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe. This is an key leadership position within the Supply Chain team which has arisen purely off the back of the company's growth and transformation. Following a series of acquisition and the recruitment of talented & visionary leadership team, they seek a Mid-Senior Level Supply Chain professional to manage two direct reports (Supply Chain Material Planners) and contribute to maximizing the efficiency of a Major Distributor's Supply Chain operations. If you are a driven and proactive Supply Chain professional looking to develop your career through making tangible impacts and stepping up into a leadership role, this represents a fantastic opportunity. If you've cut your teeth in a dynamic Supply Chain role and took the lead on forecasting, monitoring sales data, demand planning and raising purchase orders, liaising with supplier, managing lead times / ensuring OTIF and effective inventory management on the back of this, the Supply Chain Lead Planner role represents an ample opportunity for you to progress your career in and ever-growing distribution business. This position will play an instrumental role in ensuring the firm have an adequate level of supply (target 97% availability) to meet the demands of their expanding customer base. The Supply Chain Lead will have the opportunity to implement a substantial impacts on the function and further the brand's reputation as the number one distributor within their field. The Supply Chain function is made up of a team of 10 broken down as 3x Supply Chain Team Leads, 6x Supply Chain Planners and 1x Analyst. Due to growth and expansion within the business and ambitious growth plans to multiply business revenue, these hires will help bolster the firm's regional and global supply chain operations. The company's headquarters are based in Lancashire, the role will be predominantly on site (c.1/2x hybrid days), Offering c.£37.5 - 50k DOA + 10 - 15% Bonus. Supply Chain Team Lead Responsibilities: Determining material specifications, creating and maintaining inventory schedules, coordinating with internal departments, and managing external stakeholder relations. Forecasting and determining the required materials and generating purchase orders. Ensuring materials meet specifications, quality standards, and are cost-efficient. Coordinating with other departments regarding volume goals, timelines, supplier payments, etc. Tracking production volume and monitoring customer demand patterns and purchasing trends. Scheduling and overseeing the supply and delivery of materials and products. Liaising with customers, suppliers, and distributors. Handling International logistics. Managing inventory issues, schedule changes, and cancellations. Preparing cost estimates and performance reports. Supply Chain Team Lead Required Experience: Experience in supply chain planning, material planning, demand forecasting, inventory management, purchasing, or a related position. Strong organizational and time management skills. Knowledge of supply chain management and the operations of a distribution business. Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Driven, proactive & ambitious personality. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office / forecasting & supply chain management systems. This is an excellent opportunity to take up a newly created position during an exciting period of transformation. If you possess a strong background in Supply Chain Planning this could be the role for you! Would you like to seize this unique opportunity and progress your career? To find out more and apply please send your CV to Oskar at or directly through this page. Key words: supply chain planner, lead supply chain planner, supply chain demand planner, supply chain specialist, supply chain, supply chain lead, demand forecasting, material controller, material coordinator, Lancashire, Bolton, Wigan, Darwen, Chorley, St Helens, Liverpool, Southport, Blackpool, Stockport, Greater Manchester, Ormskirk, Skelmersdale, Warrington, Widnes, Preston, Leigh, Stretford, Bury, Birkenhead, Bootle
May 01, 2024
Full time
Supply Chain Team Lead c.£37.5 - 50k DOA + 10 - 15% Bonus Lancashire To apply please contact Oskar at An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Supply Chain Team Lead to join a rapidly growing retailer / distribution business. This market leading firm utilize their unrivalled supply base to sell a diverse range of products from the Far East & Eastern Europe across the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe. This is an key leadership position within the Supply Chain team which has arisen purely off the back of the company's growth and transformation. Following a series of acquisition and the recruitment of talented & visionary leadership team, they seek a Mid-Senior Level Supply Chain professional to manage two direct reports (Supply Chain Material Planners) and contribute to maximizing the efficiency of a Major Distributor's Supply Chain operations. If you are a driven and proactive Supply Chain professional looking to develop your career through making tangible impacts and stepping up into a leadership role, this represents a fantastic opportunity. If you've cut your teeth in a dynamic Supply Chain role and took the lead on forecasting, monitoring sales data, demand planning and raising purchase orders, liaising with supplier, managing lead times / ensuring OTIF and effective inventory management on the back of this, the Supply Chain Lead Planner role represents an ample opportunity for you to progress your career in and ever-growing distribution business. This position will play an instrumental role in ensuring the firm have an adequate level of supply (target 97% availability) to meet the demands of their expanding customer base. The Supply Chain Lead will have the opportunity to implement a substantial impacts on the function and further the brand's reputation as the number one distributor within their field. The Supply Chain function is made up of a team of 10 broken down as 3x Supply Chain Team Leads, 6x Supply Chain Planners and 1x Analyst. Due to growth and expansion within the business and ambitious growth plans to multiply business revenue, these hires will help bolster the firm's regional and global supply chain operations. The company's headquarters are based in Lancashire, the role will be predominantly on site (c.1/2x hybrid days), Offering c.£37.5 - 50k DOA + 10 - 15% Bonus. Supply Chain Team Lead Responsibilities: Determining material specifications, creating and maintaining inventory schedules, coordinating with internal departments, and managing external stakeholder relations. Forecasting and determining the required materials and generating purchase orders. Ensuring materials meet specifications, quality standards, and are cost-efficient. Coordinating with other departments regarding volume goals, timelines, supplier payments, etc. Tracking production volume and monitoring customer demand patterns and purchasing trends. Scheduling and overseeing the supply and delivery of materials and products. Liaising with customers, suppliers, and distributors. Handling International logistics. Managing inventory issues, schedule changes, and cancellations. Preparing cost estimates and performance reports. Supply Chain Team Lead Required Experience: Experience in supply chain planning, material planning, demand forecasting, inventory management, purchasing, or a related position. Strong organizational and time management skills. Knowledge of supply chain management and the operations of a distribution business. Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Driven, proactive & ambitious personality. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office / forecasting & supply chain management systems. This is an excellent opportunity to take up a newly created position during an exciting period of transformation. If you possess a strong background in Supply Chain Planning this could be the role for you! Would you like to seize this unique opportunity and progress your career? To find out more and apply please send your CV to Oskar at or directly through this page. Key words: supply chain planner, lead supply chain planner, supply chain demand planner, supply chain specialist, supply chain, supply chain lead, demand forecasting, material controller, material coordinator, Lancashire, Bolton, Wigan, Darwen, Chorley, St Helens, Liverpool, Southport, Blackpool, Stockport, Greater Manchester, Ormskirk, Skelmersdale, Warrington, Widnes, Preston, Leigh, Stretford, Bury, Birkenhead, Bootle
Life at GDI - Creating a world free of disinformation and its harms. Disinformation has become a business. Today's internet business models reward engagement above all else. These models monetise attention without considering the quality of the content garnering that attention, or the harm that may result. There is a robust and growing community of industry, policy, and civil society advocates pressing for reform of this ecosystem, they all need data to inform their actions. The Global Disinformation Index was born out of this need for data, specifically the need for transparent, independent neutral disinformation risk ratings across the open web. Thus, GDI was established in 2018 as a not-for-profit entity built on the three pillars of neutrality, independence and transparency. At GDI, you'll be surrounded by people who want to improve everything and support everyone around them. Our team are passionate about our mission, experts in their fields and are collaborative problem solvers. We continually strive to model the following behaviours in our interactions with others: - Positivity : Problem solver, not problem raiser. - Responsibility : Make it your problem - if it's not right, fix it. - Trustworthy : Make sure others can depend on you - If you say you are going to do it, do it. - Respect : treat everyone, especially those with whom we disagree, with courtesy and respect. GDI is seeking a highly skilled Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to set strategy and make executive technology decisions on behalf of the organisation. GDI is building the world's first global capability to assess open web news sites on the adversariality of their content. We are doing this using a combination of cutting edge machine learning and human review by intelligence analysts. Our goal over the next 3-5 years is to scale up the technology and intelligence system to enable us to accurately detect adversarial narratives on web sites, video content, and podcasts in the 35+ most common languages on the internet. Our Policy team is working with regulators in key jurisdictions to encourage the use of this sort of third party signal by technology companies. As CTO, your pivotal role is to strategically steer and leverage the intelligence, data science, engineering, and product teams towards the realisation of our global technology platform Your leadership will empower the Commercial Partners Director in driving the adoption of these invaluable datasets by technology and advertising companies worldwide. You will work directly with the CEO, acting as both a technology and business expert, making decisions impacting current and future operations. As the CTO, you will oversee all technology and technological resources, establish the technology vision, strategies, and growth plans. You will also lead our intelligence analyst team to support using Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) to perform quality assurance on our systems. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across the organisation. Interface between tech team and leadership team, board of directors, on all GDI technical products, intelligence and research activities. Represent GDI technical capabilities/support commercial partnerships lead to licensees and other external constituencies (funders, policymakers, media when necessary, etc.). Drive & Support: provide the oversight to ensure all GDI technical products and infrastructure are fit for purpose, robust and scalable, and secure. Implement innovative solutions while optimising existing systems, applications, and information. Making recommendations and presenting business cases for technology initiatives and improvements. Consulting on annual operating and capital budgets for purchasing, staffing and technology operations. Manage and develop all direct reports, provide final decision-making authority over technical products and teams. Support fundraising applications by translating organisational deliverables into clear technical specifications with LoE estimates and resource requirements. Oversee product and process management, including roadmap development and deconfliction, to ensure the team has resources necessary to support organisational goals and deliverables. Innovate: Drive tech strategy, new product and feature development to ensure GDI continues to find new ways to demonetise harmful online disinformation. Ensure the implementation and enforcement of the highest technology standards. Learn: Stay apprised of latest tech developments in the space. Products: GDI builds well regarded products that: Accurately assess the risk of disinformation according to GDI's adversarial narrative framework. Provide risk data to ad tech companies enabling them to monetise content in accordance with their policies. Combine the relative strengths of human intelligence analysts and artificial intelligence. Can be commercially licensed to provide enduring revenue to support the work of the GDI. Team: Act as a role model of the "GDI Behaviours" for the technology and intelligence team at all times (Positivity, Responsibility, Trustworthy, Respect): Oversee the Data Science, Engineers, DevOps and Product functions. Maintain an active recruiting pipeline, ensuring all hires match job descriptions identified Experience and Qualifications Essential Senior: 5-10 years of experience in a technical position collaborating with teams of data scientists, engineers and product managers. Great people manager: Leadership roles requiring the management of significant teams from different technical disciplines. Machine learning expert: An aptitude for technology innovation, especially in advanced machine learning fields. Experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP), especially large language models (LLMs) is preferred. OSINT understanding: experience or close collaboration with teams that use OSINT techniques to investigate the internet information landscape. Efficiency/scalability focus: Experience in process improvement successes, strong financial acumen. Technical fluency in python, system administration, data science tools, and cloud platforms. Excellent presentation, writing, and research skills. Tolerance for ambiguity and frequent pivots. Skills to operate effectively in a mission driven, cash constrained non profit. Preferred Professional fluency in languages other than English. Problem solver and doer; someone who just "steps up". Past experience working as part of a remote/virtual team. LOCATION Remote - Based, and right to work, in the UK, Germany, or the USA (preferably in the following states: Texas, New York, or D.C.). REPORTING TO CEO DIRECT REPORTS Lead Data Scientist, System Architect, Lead Product Manager, Lead Intelligence Analyst HOURS Working hours are flexible. Full-time (37.5 per week). As a global organisation, some flexibility for cross-time zone communication to be available for limited virtual meetings outside of office hours is required. TERMS Competitive salary benchmarked to location and expertise. Best in class healthcare and benefits for US employees. A place to be your authentic self We are virtual by design to access a rich diversity of skills, expertise, experiences, and perspectives. Our commitment to neutrality is unwavering - across all of our work around the globe. Our employees are central to ourmissionand to our impact and we know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas to solve the complex challenges.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Life at GDI - Creating a world free of disinformation and its harms. Disinformation has become a business. Today's internet business models reward engagement above all else. These models monetise attention without considering the quality of the content garnering that attention, or the harm that may result. There is a robust and growing community of industry, policy, and civil society advocates pressing for reform of this ecosystem, they all need data to inform their actions. The Global Disinformation Index was born out of this need for data, specifically the need for transparent, independent neutral disinformation risk ratings across the open web. Thus, GDI was established in 2018 as a not-for-profit entity built on the three pillars of neutrality, independence and transparency. At GDI, you'll be surrounded by people who want to improve everything and support everyone around them. Our team are passionate about our mission, experts in their fields and are collaborative problem solvers. We continually strive to model the following behaviours in our interactions with others: - Positivity : Problem solver, not problem raiser. - Responsibility : Make it your problem - if it's not right, fix it. - Trustworthy : Make sure others can depend on you - If you say you are going to do it, do it. - Respect : treat everyone, especially those with whom we disagree, with courtesy and respect. GDI is seeking a highly skilled Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to set strategy and make executive technology decisions on behalf of the organisation. GDI is building the world's first global capability to assess open web news sites on the adversariality of their content. We are doing this using a combination of cutting edge machine learning and human review by intelligence analysts. Our goal over the next 3-5 years is to scale up the technology and intelligence system to enable us to accurately detect adversarial narratives on web sites, video content, and podcasts in the 35+ most common languages on the internet. Our Policy team is working with regulators in key jurisdictions to encourage the use of this sort of third party signal by technology companies. As CTO, your pivotal role is to strategically steer and leverage the intelligence, data science, engineering, and product teams towards the realisation of our global technology platform Your leadership will empower the Commercial Partners Director in driving the adoption of these invaluable datasets by technology and advertising companies worldwide. You will work directly with the CEO, acting as both a technology and business expert, making decisions impacting current and future operations. As the CTO, you will oversee all technology and technological resources, establish the technology vision, strategies, and growth plans. You will also lead our intelligence analyst team to support using Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) to perform quality assurance on our systems. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across the organisation. Interface between tech team and leadership team, board of directors, on all GDI technical products, intelligence and research activities. Represent GDI technical capabilities/support commercial partnerships lead to licensees and other external constituencies (funders, policymakers, media when necessary, etc.). Drive & Support: provide the oversight to ensure all GDI technical products and infrastructure are fit for purpose, robust and scalable, and secure. Implement innovative solutions while optimising existing systems, applications, and information. Making recommendations and presenting business cases for technology initiatives and improvements. Consulting on annual operating and capital budgets for purchasing, staffing and technology operations. Manage and develop all direct reports, provide final decision-making authority over technical products and teams. Support fundraising applications by translating organisational deliverables into clear technical specifications with LoE estimates and resource requirements. Oversee product and process management, including roadmap development and deconfliction, to ensure the team has resources necessary to support organisational goals and deliverables. Innovate: Drive tech strategy, new product and feature development to ensure GDI continues to find new ways to demonetise harmful online disinformation. Ensure the implementation and enforcement of the highest technology standards. Learn: Stay apprised of latest tech developments in the space. Products: GDI builds well regarded products that: Accurately assess the risk of disinformation according to GDI's adversarial narrative framework. Provide risk data to ad tech companies enabling them to monetise content in accordance with their policies. Combine the relative strengths of human intelligence analysts and artificial intelligence. Can be commercially licensed to provide enduring revenue to support the work of the GDI. Team: Act as a role model of the "GDI Behaviours" for the technology and intelligence team at all times (Positivity, Responsibility, Trustworthy, Respect): Oversee the Data Science, Engineers, DevOps and Product functions. Maintain an active recruiting pipeline, ensuring all hires match job descriptions identified Experience and Qualifications Essential Senior: 5-10 years of experience in a technical position collaborating with teams of data scientists, engineers and product managers. Great people manager: Leadership roles requiring the management of significant teams from different technical disciplines. Machine learning expert: An aptitude for technology innovation, especially in advanced machine learning fields. Experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP), especially large language models (LLMs) is preferred. OSINT understanding: experience or close collaboration with teams that use OSINT techniques to investigate the internet information landscape. Efficiency/scalability focus: Experience in process improvement successes, strong financial acumen. Technical fluency in python, system administration, data science tools, and cloud platforms. Excellent presentation, writing, and research skills. Tolerance for ambiguity and frequent pivots. Skills to operate effectively in a mission driven, cash constrained non profit. Preferred Professional fluency in languages other than English. Problem solver and doer; someone who just "steps up". Past experience working as part of a remote/virtual team. LOCATION Remote - Based, and right to work, in the UK, Germany, or the USA (preferably in the following states: Texas, New York, or D.C.). REPORTING TO CEO DIRECT REPORTS Lead Data Scientist, System Architect, Lead Product Manager, Lead Intelligence Analyst HOURS Working hours are flexible. Full-time (37.5 per week). As a global organisation, some flexibility for cross-time zone communication to be available for limited virtual meetings outside of office hours is required. TERMS Competitive salary benchmarked to location and expertise. Best in class healthcare and benefits for US employees. A place to be your authentic self We are virtual by design to access a rich diversity of skills, expertise, experiences, and perspectives. Our commitment to neutrality is unwavering - across all of our work around the globe. Our employees are central to ourmissionand to our impact and we know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas to solve the complex challenges.
Management Consultant: Data Analytics Lead - Managing Principal (Senior Manager) Joining Capco means joining an organisation that is committed to an inclusive working environment where you're encouraged to . We celebrate individuality and recognize that diversity and inclusion, in all forms, is critical to success. It's important to us that we recruit and develop as diverse a range of talent as we can and we believe that everyone brings something different to the table - so we'd love to know what makes you different. Such differences may mean we need to make changes to our process to allow you the best possible platform to succeed, and we are happy to cater to any reasonable adjustments you may require. You will find the section to let us know of these at the bottom of your application form or you can mention it directly to your recruiter at any stage and they will be happy to help. ABOUT US Capco is global technology and business consultancy with a focus on the financial services sector. We are passionate about helping our clients succeed in an ever-changing industry, combining innovative thinking with unique expert know-how. The solutions we offer our customers every day are as diverse as our employees. We are/have: Experts across the Capital Markets, Insurance, Payments, Retail Banking and Wealth & Asset Management domains. Deep knowledge in various financial services offerings including Finance, Risk and Compliance, Financial Crime, Core Banking etc. Committed to growing our business and hiring the best talent to help us get there Focused on maintaining our nimble, agile and entrepreneurial culture. THE ROLE We are currently seeking a Data Analytics Lead to drive the strategy and growth of our industry recognised, and award-winning Data Practice. To be considered for this role you will be a respected authority in the analytics industry, with experience in helping to build and run an analytics consulting business. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team of multi-disciplinary data practitioners, who you will direct and collaborate with to develop new businesses and deliver cutting-edge analytics, data science and AI projects for top-tier Financial Services clients. You will play a key role in helping to direct and drive the growth of the data analytics capability, identifying business development opportunities on new and existing clients, and aiding the development of client proposals, and propositions. You will help to develop the UK Data Practice and support the broader Global Data Practice on industry changing topics such as Advanced Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Intelligent Automation, and Machine Learning.Collaboration, enthusiasm, and encouragement are key in ensuring we maintain our culture, and working in an environment where clients become colleagues. We are looking for a candidate who will empower the team, drive high standards, grow the capability, and deliver customer focused outcomes. Our clients and peers voted us as the A-Team Best Consultancy in Data Management in 2021 and 2022, and value our ability to identify and develop top data talent. In addition to winning the Best Consultancy of the year 2022 in the British Banking Awards. AS A DATA ANALYTICS LEAD YOU WILL Identify and research business development opportunities on new or existing clients and aiding the development of client proposals and bids. Have a strong commercial focus, ability to develop client relationships, direct sales opportunities and develop data propositions. Build market networks and relationships, to enhance the market awareness of the UK Data Practice. Contribute to internally and externally facing innovation practice in your field Create a collaborative culture, driving talent development, provide mentoring and coaching for those developing their careers in data Be comfortable working across multiple projects and initiatives, driving the growth of new and existing data capabilities, engaging internal and external stakeholders. SKILLS & EXPERTISE 8+ years of consulting experience likely in a senior management or director position. Experience in spearheading new business opportunities. Understanding of common data concepts e.g., Data Strategy, Data Management, Data Governance, Data Architecture, Data Privacy, Data Literacy Expertise in one or more of the following Data Science, Analytics & AI concepts: Machine Learning, Business Intelligence, MLOps, Analytics operating models, AI development and operationalisation, Data & AI Ethics, Data Analysis Ability to develop working relationships with a wide variety of clients, from C-suite to technical resources, balancing conflicting priorities. Background managing business and technical teams to deliver projects of varying sizes, from incubating innovative products to delivering large scale productionised analytics and data science models. Essential experience working within Financial Services, Capital Markets, Insurance, or Wealth & Asset Management, in a data science, analytics and AI related role. Desired experience in programme execution, business analysis and change management - proven ability to shape, design, and manage the execution of data programmes. Experienced working in a multi-client environment that emphasises collaboration, and teamwork. Experienced in recruiting and developing teams. Data at Capco Capco's global Data Practice of 800+ practitioners are an established team of data strategists, analysts, scientists, architects, and engineers who help client teams harness the power of data to drive insight, optimise performance, and commercialise data opportunities. We enable financial institutions to become data-driven by helping transform their understanding, and use of data to derive value. We translate strategy into action - designing, implementing, and mobilising innovative data capabilities with a focus on efficiency and scalability, and partnering with leading vendors and industry bodies. Collaboration, enthusiasm, and encouragement are key in ensuring we maintain our culture through working in an environment where clients become colleagues. We are looking for a candidate who will empower the team, drive high standards, grow the capability, and deliver customer focused outcomes. Our clients and peers have voted us as the A-Team Best Consultancy in Data Management in consecutive years, valuing our ability to identify and develop top data talent. In addition to this, we have proudly won both the Best Consultancy (2022) in the British Banking Awards and the Best ESG Data & Technology Consultancy as part of the annual ESG Insight Awards. WHY JOIN CAPCO? You will work on engaging projects with some of the largest banks in the world, on projects that will transform the financial services industry. We offer: A work culture focused on innovation and creating lasting value for our clientsand employees Ongoing learning opportunities to help you acquire new skills or deepenexisting expertise A flat, non-hierarchical structure that will enable you to work with senior partnersand directly with clients A diverse, inclusive, meritocratic culture Enhanced and competitive family friendly benefits, including maternity / adoption / shared parental leave and paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause and bereavement.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Management Consultant: Data Analytics Lead - Managing Principal (Senior Manager) Joining Capco means joining an organisation that is committed to an inclusive working environment where you're encouraged to . We celebrate individuality and recognize that diversity and inclusion, in all forms, is critical to success. It's important to us that we recruit and develop as diverse a range of talent as we can and we believe that everyone brings something different to the table - so we'd love to know what makes you different. Such differences may mean we need to make changes to our process to allow you the best possible platform to succeed, and we are happy to cater to any reasonable adjustments you may require. You will find the section to let us know of these at the bottom of your application form or you can mention it directly to your recruiter at any stage and they will be happy to help. ABOUT US Capco is global technology and business consultancy with a focus on the financial services sector. We are passionate about helping our clients succeed in an ever-changing industry, combining innovative thinking with unique expert know-how. The solutions we offer our customers every day are as diverse as our employees. We are/have: Experts across the Capital Markets, Insurance, Payments, Retail Banking and Wealth & Asset Management domains. Deep knowledge in various financial services offerings including Finance, Risk and Compliance, Financial Crime, Core Banking etc. Committed to growing our business and hiring the best talent to help us get there Focused on maintaining our nimble, agile and entrepreneurial culture. THE ROLE We are currently seeking a Data Analytics Lead to drive the strategy and growth of our industry recognised, and award-winning Data Practice. To be considered for this role you will be a respected authority in the analytics industry, with experience in helping to build and run an analytics consulting business. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team of multi-disciplinary data practitioners, who you will direct and collaborate with to develop new businesses and deliver cutting-edge analytics, data science and AI projects for top-tier Financial Services clients. You will play a key role in helping to direct and drive the growth of the data analytics capability, identifying business development opportunities on new and existing clients, and aiding the development of client proposals, and propositions. You will help to develop the UK Data Practice and support the broader Global Data Practice on industry changing topics such as Advanced Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Intelligent Automation, and Machine Learning.Collaboration, enthusiasm, and encouragement are key in ensuring we maintain our culture, and working in an environment where clients become colleagues. We are looking for a candidate who will empower the team, drive high standards, grow the capability, and deliver customer focused outcomes. Our clients and peers voted us as the A-Team Best Consultancy in Data Management in 2021 and 2022, and value our ability to identify and develop top data talent. In addition to winning the Best Consultancy of the year 2022 in the British Banking Awards. AS A DATA ANALYTICS LEAD YOU WILL Identify and research business development opportunities on new or existing clients and aiding the development of client proposals and bids. Have a strong commercial focus, ability to develop client relationships, direct sales opportunities and develop data propositions. Build market networks and relationships, to enhance the market awareness of the UK Data Practice. Contribute to internally and externally facing innovation practice in your field Create a collaborative culture, driving talent development, provide mentoring and coaching for those developing their careers in data Be comfortable working across multiple projects and initiatives, driving the growth of new and existing data capabilities, engaging internal and external stakeholders. SKILLS & EXPERTISE 8+ years of consulting experience likely in a senior management or director position. Experience in spearheading new business opportunities. Understanding of common data concepts e.g., Data Strategy, Data Management, Data Governance, Data Architecture, Data Privacy, Data Literacy Expertise in one or more of the following Data Science, Analytics & AI concepts: Machine Learning, Business Intelligence, MLOps, Analytics operating models, AI development and operationalisation, Data & AI Ethics, Data Analysis Ability to develop working relationships with a wide variety of clients, from C-suite to technical resources, balancing conflicting priorities. Background managing business and technical teams to deliver projects of varying sizes, from incubating innovative products to delivering large scale productionised analytics and data science models. Essential experience working within Financial Services, Capital Markets, Insurance, or Wealth & Asset Management, in a data science, analytics and AI related role. Desired experience in programme execution, business analysis and change management - proven ability to shape, design, and manage the execution of data programmes. Experienced working in a multi-client environment that emphasises collaboration, and teamwork. Experienced in recruiting and developing teams. Data at Capco Capco's global Data Practice of 800+ practitioners are an established team of data strategists, analysts, scientists, architects, and engineers who help client teams harness the power of data to drive insight, optimise performance, and commercialise data opportunities. We enable financial institutions to become data-driven by helping transform their understanding, and use of data to derive value. We translate strategy into action - designing, implementing, and mobilising innovative data capabilities with a focus on efficiency and scalability, and partnering with leading vendors and industry bodies. Collaboration, enthusiasm, and encouragement are key in ensuring we maintain our culture through working in an environment where clients become colleagues. We are looking for a candidate who will empower the team, drive high standards, grow the capability, and deliver customer focused outcomes. Our clients and peers have voted us as the A-Team Best Consultancy in Data Management in consecutive years, valuing our ability to identify and develop top data talent. In addition to this, we have proudly won both the Best Consultancy (2022) in the British Banking Awards and the Best ESG Data & Technology Consultancy as part of the annual ESG Insight Awards. WHY JOIN CAPCO? You will work on engaging projects with some of the largest banks in the world, on projects that will transform the financial services industry. We offer: A work culture focused on innovation and creating lasting value for our clientsand employees Ongoing learning opportunities to help you acquire new skills or deepenexisting expertise A flat, non-hierarchical structure that will enable you to work with senior partnersand directly with clients A diverse, inclusive, meritocratic culture Enhanced and competitive family friendly benefits, including maternity / adoption / shared parental leave and paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause and bereavement.
Global asset management business seeks a European Head of Security Engineering and Architecture. The team is currently 14 people and it consists mainly of security engineers (with just a small security architecture sub team). The team is responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining security technologies across the organisation in the European region. The role will require you to manage the team and their workload across several different large scale projects. Current projects include an authentication project (AuthO) and a separate project to build a bespoke piece of software in React which will be rolled out globally across the organisation. The cloud estate is in AWS and the team is responsible for providing expert technical support and ensuring that the cloud environment is operating reliably. The successful candidate will have a background in Software Engineering and IT delivery before moving into Security and progressing into a senior role. You should have team management experience, and strong AWS skills. Ideally you will have worked in a banking or financial services firm previously, and will be used to working with both business and regulatory needs. Experience with authentication systems is beneficial. You should have vision, experience of managing senior stakeholders, and strong influencing, persuading and collaboration soft skills. Hybrid working (3 days in London office) available, base salary £150-180k + 30% bonus + excellent benefits. Apply for this job We seek individuals from a diverse talent pool and encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply to our vacancies. Our commitment to fair recruitment processes means that we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of their lived experience or personal characteristics. We also invite applicants who meet most of the listed requirements, even if not all, to apply. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please let us know. 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Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Global asset management business seeks a European Head of Security Engineering and Architecture. The team is currently 14 people and it consists mainly of security engineers (with just a small security architecture sub team). The team is responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining security technologies across the organisation in the European region. The role will require you to manage the team and their workload across several different large scale projects. Current projects include an authentication project (AuthO) and a separate project to build a bespoke piece of software in React which will be rolled out globally across the organisation. The cloud estate is in AWS and the team is responsible for providing expert technical support and ensuring that the cloud environment is operating reliably. The successful candidate will have a background in Software Engineering and IT delivery before moving into Security and progressing into a senior role. You should have team management experience, and strong AWS skills. Ideally you will have worked in a banking or financial services firm previously, and will be used to working with both business and regulatory needs. Experience with authentication systems is beneficial. You should have vision, experience of managing senior stakeholders, and strong influencing, persuading and collaboration soft skills. Hybrid working (3 days in London office) available, base salary £150-180k + 30% bonus + excellent benefits. Apply for this job We seek individuals from a diverse talent pool and encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply to our vacancies. Our commitment to fair recruitment processes means that we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of their lived experience or personal characteristics. We also invite applicants who meet most of the listed requirements, even if not all, to apply. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please let us know. Barclay Simpson acts as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and an Employment Business for temporary/contract engagements. Sophie Spencer - Security Architecture and Engineering This financial services sector business is seeking to hire a Technology Testing Lead to cover a p View job & apply Business Continuity and Operational Resilience Senior Analyst Location: London Job type: Permanent Sector: Banking This International Bank has a unique opportunity for an experienced Business Continuity and Opera View job & apply Crisis Manager Location: London Job type: Permanent Sector: Commerce and Industry This world-renowned media organization has a unique opportunity for a highly experienced Crisis M View job & apply Location: London Salary: Up to £126k per year + package Job type: Contract Sector: Banking Senior IT Risk Manager required for a market-leading financial services firm. 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Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons To ensure our services and applications are fit for the modern market, our IT team collaborates with every department. They develop, they explore and they implement the new ideas helping us to change the future of accounting, tax and business consulting. But, just as importantly, they maintain the tech that keeps us advancing. By testing and adopting the future of financial technical solutions, they find new and exciting ways to drive us forward. And you could too. In an IT role at BDO, you'll become part of a team that act as the backbone for our business. No matter who you are or what your skillset is, we'll give you the training and support you need to achieve whatever you put your mind to. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The Security Operations Manager role is integral to BDO, ensuring that we protect our colleagues, clients and partners information as we rapidly expand our digital footprint. Reporting into the Head of IT Security, you'll ensure the delivery of cybersecurity improvement initiatives, operational excellence, technical security assurance and develop a talent pipeline. You'll work closely alongside the Head of IT Security to instill the right structure and processes to support the delivery of continual Cybersecurity improvements across BDO and will have direct line management responsibilities of 3x Cybersecurity Analysts where you will conduct performance reviews, and provide leadership and coaching, including technical and personal development programs for team members. You'll also: Deliver security operations technology roadmaps in conjunction with the wider Cybersecurity strategy. Propose changes to existing policies, procedures and configurations to ensure operating efficiency and regulatory compliance. Contribute to the security strategy, ensuring that technical and structural considerations regarding design, build and run components are considered. Aid the Head of IT Security in chairing various defined security management working groups, ensuring that reporting against progress vs plan is developed. Manage security operational production incidents and participate in problem and change management forums. Serve as an active participant in the information security governance process, working with Business Analysts, Governance and PMO functions in order to ensure that cyber risks are accurately reported, assessed and mitigated. Consult with IT and support staff to ensure that security is factored into the evaluation, selection, installation and configuration of new products and services. Report on the implementation of technical controls to support and enforce defined security policies. Report on the technical aspects of security management against pre-defined Cybersecurity operational metrics. Engage with the MSSP re Service Level Agreements (SLA's), monitoring metrics, including contract and performance metrics Own day-to-day management IT Security Service Requests and tickets, including: Reporting, Knowledge Management, Root Cause Analysis and Proactive Problem Repetition Avoidance. Contribute to a Cybersecurity knowledgebase comprising technical reference libraries, security advisories and alerts, information on security trends and practices, and laws and regulations. Ensure audit trails, system logs and other monitoring data sources are reviewed periodically and are in compliance with policies and audit requirements. Contribute to the development of a Cybersecurity Operations Resource and Capacity planner managed through BDO's Azure DevOps environment. Oversee incident response, threat detection, and mitigation efforts You'll be someone with: A good understanding of monitoring frameworks eg MITRE ATT&CK and SIEM technologies eg Microsoft Sentinel An interest in automation of Security operation function including artificial intelligence An understanding of Microsoft security product portfolio CISSP/CISM (Desired) CCSP/SSCP (Desired) Proven experience in Cybersecurity and IT Operations (Required) DLP, EDR/XDR, CASB, E-mail Security, SWG and ZTNA/SASE You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons To ensure our services and applications are fit for the modern market, our IT team collaborates with every department. They develop, they explore and they implement the new ideas helping us to change the future of accounting, tax and business consulting. But, just as importantly, they maintain the tech that keeps us advancing. By testing and adopting the future of financial technical solutions, they find new and exciting ways to drive us forward. And you could too. In an IT role at BDO, you'll become part of a team that act as the backbone for our business. No matter who you are or what your skillset is, we'll give you the training and support you need to achieve whatever you put your mind to. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The Security Operations Manager role is integral to BDO, ensuring that we protect our colleagues, clients and partners information as we rapidly expand our digital footprint. Reporting into the Head of IT Security, you'll ensure the delivery of cybersecurity improvement initiatives, operational excellence, technical security assurance and develop a talent pipeline. You'll work closely alongside the Head of IT Security to instill the right structure and processes to support the delivery of continual Cybersecurity improvements across BDO and will have direct line management responsibilities of 3x Cybersecurity Analysts where you will conduct performance reviews, and provide leadership and coaching, including technical and personal development programs for team members. You'll also: Deliver security operations technology roadmaps in conjunction with the wider Cybersecurity strategy. Propose changes to existing policies, procedures and configurations to ensure operating efficiency and regulatory compliance. Contribute to the security strategy, ensuring that technical and structural considerations regarding design, build and run components are considered. Aid the Head of IT Security in chairing various defined security management working groups, ensuring that reporting against progress vs plan is developed. Manage security operational production incidents and participate in problem and change management forums. Serve as an active participant in the information security governance process, working with Business Analysts, Governance and PMO functions in order to ensure that cyber risks are accurately reported, assessed and mitigated. Consult with IT and support staff to ensure that security is factored into the evaluation, selection, installation and configuration of new products and services. Report on the implementation of technical controls to support and enforce defined security policies. Report on the technical aspects of security management against pre-defined Cybersecurity operational metrics. Engage with the MSSP re Service Level Agreements (SLA's), monitoring metrics, including contract and performance metrics Own day-to-day management IT Security Service Requests and tickets, including: Reporting, Knowledge Management, Root Cause Analysis and Proactive Problem Repetition Avoidance. Contribute to a Cybersecurity knowledgebase comprising technical reference libraries, security advisories and alerts, information on security trends and practices, and laws and regulations. Ensure audit trails, system logs and other monitoring data sources are reviewed periodically and are in compliance with policies and audit requirements. Contribute to the development of a Cybersecurity Operations Resource and Capacity planner managed through BDO's Azure DevOps environment. Oversee incident response, threat detection, and mitigation efforts You'll be someone with: A good understanding of monitoring frameworks eg MITRE ATT&CK and SIEM technologies eg Microsoft Sentinel An interest in automation of Security operation function including artificial intelligence An understanding of Microsoft security product portfolio CISSP/CISM (Desired) CCSP/SSCP (Desired) Proven experience in Cybersecurity and IT Operations (Required) DLP, EDR/XDR, CASB, E-mail Security, SWG and ZTNA/SASE You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.