Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We're an International Tax Team working across every industry sector with a diverse and interesting range of clients - from entrepreneurial start-ups to large, global FTSE 100 companies. For you, it's the chance to get involved in cross border M&A transactions, tax planning, transfer pricing, US Tax Consulting and more. Your potential will grow too, with plenty of opportunities to learn new skills or further enhance your current ones. Along the way, we'll give you all the client exposure, support and connections you need to take your career in whichever direction you want it to go. We're looking for someone with: Experience of providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to a variety of clients Managing the successful delivery of commercially viable and technically excellent advice to a variety of clients involving tax due diligence, structuring, international and other advisory work and including liaising with specialists in other tax teams and overseas offices to manage their input Ability to undertake tax audits for clients under UK GAAP, IFRS and US GAAP (optional) Ability to prepare proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions Experience of managing staff Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We're an International Tax Team working across every industry sector with a diverse and interesting range of clients - from entrepreneurial start-ups to large, global FTSE 100 companies. For you, it's the chance to get involved in cross border M&A transactions, tax planning, transfer pricing, US Tax Consulting and more. Your potential will grow too, with plenty of opportunities to learn new skills or further enhance your current ones. Along the way, we'll give you all the client exposure, support and connections you need to take your career in whichever direction you want it to go. We're looking for someone with: Experience of providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to a variety of clients Managing the successful delivery of commercially viable and technically excellent advice to a variety of clients involving tax due diligence, structuring, international and other advisory work and including liaising with specialists in other tax teams and overseas offices to manage their input Ability to undertake tax audits for clients under UK GAAP, IFRS and US GAAP (optional) Ability to prepare proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions Experience of managing staff Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
We are seeking a deeply technical AI Engineering Director within our Technology Innovation team to drive our strategic efforts with AI initiatives. The ideal candidate has a strong background in AI and ML with hands on experience in Generative AI applications and consistent record of optimally driving AI product lifecycle. The candidate should have deep technical experience in LLM application development with design patterns such as RAG and Re-Act, and should also have worked with popular LLMs like GPT, Llama , and Gemini. The person should have experience in strategic AI initiatives within technology firms or large enterprises. In this individual contributor role you need to be comfortable diving into technical details and acting as an advisor and a deep subject matter expert on AI / ML for LSEG business lines. You need to be able to provide clarity and mentorship to use AI as a part of our technology strategy. You will act as an incentive for change driving new strategic AI initiatives and work collaboratively across global teams. Key Responsibilities Responsible for defining the best technical approach for various use cases demonstrating the latest LLMs Collaborate with various teams driving our AI strategy and identifying new opportunities for AI implementations Drive generative AI initiatives around platform engineering, LLM Ops and operationalizing various use cases across business lines Stay ahead of the cur v e with the latest advancements and research in the AI space Drive AI capability side by side validations Engage with various teams and partners including engineers, architect leads and product leads Serve as an advisor for strategic technical decisions around AI Critical results: Preparation and execution of LSEG 's AI agenda Strategic engagements with key technology players such as Microsoft, AWS and GCP Strategic engagement with startups Execution of agreed key projects in collaboration with the core teams Technical / Job Function Knowledge: In order to perform in this role you will need hands on technical experience in working with leading large language models and AI capabilities Masters or equivalent experience in Computer Science , Data Science or a related field such as information technology Proficiency in software development, programming, data science and data engineering Hands on experience with ML models and AI applications Business and sector expertise : Understanding of Technology Strategy in financial services organizations or similar regulated organizations Experience of working with multi-country organizations and highly matrixed organisations Experience of developing and influencing strategic working relationships both internally and externally Leadership and management experience: Ability to quickly build and maintain effective relationships with technology and business team members in a highly matrixed organization Ability to optimally drive new projects in a collaborative way Thought leadership through identification of industry trends Personal skills and capabilities: Ability to perform in a fast paced dynamic environment Demonstrated experience of optimally delivering complex initiatives with timelines Collaborative attitude Listens and communicates technical subjects to both technical and business audiences LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions. Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity. LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject . If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.
May 01, 2024
Full time
We are seeking a deeply technical AI Engineering Director within our Technology Innovation team to drive our strategic efforts with AI initiatives. The ideal candidate has a strong background in AI and ML with hands on experience in Generative AI applications and consistent record of optimally driving AI product lifecycle. The candidate should have deep technical experience in LLM application development with design patterns such as RAG and Re-Act, and should also have worked with popular LLMs like GPT, Llama , and Gemini. The person should have experience in strategic AI initiatives within technology firms or large enterprises. In this individual contributor role you need to be comfortable diving into technical details and acting as an advisor and a deep subject matter expert on AI / ML for LSEG business lines. You need to be able to provide clarity and mentorship to use AI as a part of our technology strategy. You will act as an incentive for change driving new strategic AI initiatives and work collaboratively across global teams. Key Responsibilities Responsible for defining the best technical approach for various use cases demonstrating the latest LLMs Collaborate with various teams driving our AI strategy and identifying new opportunities for AI implementations Drive generative AI initiatives around platform engineering, LLM Ops and operationalizing various use cases across business lines Stay ahead of the cur v e with the latest advancements and research in the AI space Drive AI capability side by side validations Engage with various teams and partners including engineers, architect leads and product leads Serve as an advisor for strategic technical decisions around AI Critical results: Preparation and execution of LSEG 's AI agenda Strategic engagements with key technology players such as Microsoft, AWS and GCP Strategic engagement with startups Execution of agreed key projects in collaboration with the core teams Technical / Job Function Knowledge: In order to perform in this role you will need hands on technical experience in working with leading large language models and AI capabilities Masters or equivalent experience in Computer Science , Data Science or a related field such as information technology Proficiency in software development, programming, data science and data engineering Hands on experience with ML models and AI applications Business and sector expertise : Understanding of Technology Strategy in financial services organizations or similar regulated organizations Experience of working with multi-country organizations and highly matrixed organisations Experience of developing and influencing strategic working relationships both internally and externally Leadership and management experience: Ability to quickly build and maintain effective relationships with technology and business team members in a highly matrixed organization Ability to optimally drive new projects in a collaborative way Thought leadership through identification of industry trends Personal skills and capabilities: Ability to perform in a fast paced dynamic environment Demonstrated experience of optimally delivering complex initiatives with timelines Collaborative attitude Listens and communicates technical subjects to both technical and business audiences LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions. Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity. LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject . If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.
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 leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone : With the ability to identify risk matters and raises with a manager and/or partner, while exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Who can identify and understand needs of the Audited Entity, suggest potential solutions on technical matters and communicate and agree the needs and potential solutions with Managers or Partner. Who can build and maintain strong relationships with new and established Audited Entities, identifying opportunities and be a point of contact throughout the year. With experience of conducting rigorous project and financial management on all projects, completing projects within agreed timescales and raising issues in a timely manner. Qualified ACA/ACCA/ICAS or overseas equivalent. Working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends. Experience supervising and coaching junior members of the team. Experience of managing projects. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their 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 and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 01, 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 leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone : With the ability to identify risk matters and raises with a manager and/or partner, while exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Who can identify and understand needs of the Audited Entity, suggest potential solutions on technical matters and communicate and agree the needs and potential solutions with Managers or Partner. Who can build and maintain strong relationships with new and established Audited Entities, identifying opportunities and be a point of contact throughout the year. With experience of conducting rigorous project and financial management on all projects, completing projects within agreed timescales and raising issues in a timely manner. Qualified ACA/ACCA/ICAS or overseas equivalent. Working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends. Experience supervising and coaching junior members of the team. Experience of managing projects. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their 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 and satisfying experiences at work, 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.
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 leading them. We'll broaden your horizons The Technology Risk Assurance (TRA) team sits right at the heart of the Audit practice. We leverage our deep technical expertise to evaluate the risks associated with the use of technology for businesses in a number of sectors - from Consumer Markets, Retail, Technology Media & Telecoms, Natural Resources, Energy & Shipping and Financial Services. We use data analytics procedures to look for trends, anomalies and also understand IT and business processes whilst identifying the risks. It's exciting and interesting work that can include evaluating risks around emerging technologies such as Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics Process Automation (RPA) as well as cyber related risks. As part of our TRA team, you'll receive all the support you need to reach your potential and build your technical skills. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone with responsibility for: Scope and plan our tech-enabled audit approaches to address audit risk in the most effective way Reviewing the work performed by the team so that high quality audit standards are maintained Providing insightful reporting to our internal and external stakeholders Coordinating and supporting our regional TRA team to support both the current and future pipeline of work. Embedding strong project and financial management across the team is essential. Inspirational People Management: Inspire, coach and develop the team will be essential. In addition, developing and overseeing training programmes will be important to ensure skills remain current and relevant. Bring ideas to enhance our delivery and act as a point of escalation throughout an engagement with respect to project delivery matters. Identify and raise matters with a Director/Senior Manager or Partner while exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Innovation: Contribute to the development of methodologies and guidance for internal use. Networking and Marketing: Act as an ambassador of the firm, participate in marketing events, keep abreast of the wide range of services the firm offers and suggest innovative products and services. Contribute and shape team meetings and represent the TRA team at office and firm meetings as required. Personal Development: Continue to bring the latest Technology insights to the Partner and Director community and share knowledge with the teams. The following skills are core to your role: IT General Controls & Business Process Control Activities Integrating Controls testing and Data Analytics into an external audit approach Interpreting the financial audit impact of IT risks and control weaknesses Cyber risk management and business resilience IT system implementation risks and controls IT Governance and IT Compliance Reviews Service Auditor Reporting You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their 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 and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 01, 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 leading them. We'll broaden your horizons The Technology Risk Assurance (TRA) team sits right at the heart of the Audit practice. We leverage our deep technical expertise to evaluate the risks associated with the use of technology for businesses in a number of sectors - from Consumer Markets, Retail, Technology Media & Telecoms, Natural Resources, Energy & Shipping and Financial Services. We use data analytics procedures to look for trends, anomalies and also understand IT and business processes whilst identifying the risks. It's exciting and interesting work that can include evaluating risks around emerging technologies such as Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics Process Automation (RPA) as well as cyber related risks. As part of our TRA team, you'll receive all the support you need to reach your potential and build your technical skills. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone with responsibility for: Scope and plan our tech-enabled audit approaches to address audit risk in the most effective way Reviewing the work performed by the team so that high quality audit standards are maintained Providing insightful reporting to our internal and external stakeholders Coordinating and supporting our regional TRA team to support both the current and future pipeline of work. Embedding strong project and financial management across the team is essential. Inspirational People Management: Inspire, coach and develop the team will be essential. In addition, developing and overseeing training programmes will be important to ensure skills remain current and relevant. Bring ideas to enhance our delivery and act as a point of escalation throughout an engagement with respect to project delivery matters. Identify and raise matters with a Director/Senior Manager or Partner while exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Innovation: Contribute to the development of methodologies and guidance for internal use. Networking and Marketing: Act as an ambassador of the firm, participate in marketing events, keep abreast of the wide range of services the firm offers and suggest innovative products and services. Contribute and shape team meetings and represent the TRA team at office and firm meetings as required. Personal Development: Continue to bring the latest Technology insights to the Partner and Director community and share knowledge with the teams. The following skills are core to your role: IT General Controls & Business Process Control Activities Integrating Controls testing and Data Analytics into an external audit approach Interpreting the financial audit impact of IT risks and control weaknesses Cyber risk management and business resilience IT system implementation risks and controls IT Governance and IT Compliance Reviews Service Auditor Reporting You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their 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 and satisfying experiences at work, 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.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons We're a Corporate International Tax Team working across every industry sector with a diverse and interesting range of clients - from entrepreneurial start-ups to large, global FTSE 100 companies. We are a fast-growing and high-performing team and, for you, it's the chance to get involved in cross border M&A transactions, international tax planning, transfer pricing, UK/US Tax Consulting, and more. Your potential will grow too, with plenty of opportunities to learn new skills or further enhance your current ones. Along the way, we'll give you all the client-facing exposure, support and international connections you need to take your career in whichever direction you want it to go. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Our clients 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 clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Good understanding of and previous experience within corporate tax compliance, dealing with the annual tax return process of both small clients and those with a much more extensive number of assignees in the UK and internationally Manage a portfolio of clients including control of billings and cash collection within the firms criteria. Managing the successful delivery of commercially viable and technically excellent advice to a variety of clients involving tax due diligence, structuring, international and other advisory work and including liaising with specialists in other tax teams and overseas BDO offices to manage their input. With an ability to undertake tax audits for clients under UK GAAP, IFRS and US GAAP. Experience of preparing proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions You'll also 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 everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in 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. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. 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 our clients and satisfying experiences at work, 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 them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons We're a Corporate International Tax Team working across every industry sector with a diverse and interesting range of clients - from entrepreneurial start-ups to large, global FTSE 100 companies. We are a fast-growing and high-performing team and, for you, it's the chance to get involved in cross border M&A transactions, international tax planning, transfer pricing, UK/US Tax Consulting, and more. Your potential will grow too, with plenty of opportunities to learn new skills or further enhance your current ones. Along the way, we'll give you all the client-facing exposure, support and international connections you need to take your career in whichever direction you want it to go. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Our clients 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 clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Good understanding of and previous experience within corporate tax compliance, dealing with the annual tax return process of both small clients and those with a much more extensive number of assignees in the UK and internationally Manage a portfolio of clients including control of billings and cash collection within the firms criteria. Managing the successful delivery of commercially viable and technically excellent advice to a variety of clients involving tax due diligence, structuring, international and other advisory work and including liaising with specialists in other tax teams and overseas BDO offices to manage their input. With an ability to undertake tax audits for clients under UK GAAP, IFRS and US GAAP. Experience of preparing proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions You'll also 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 everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in 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. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. 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 our clients and satisfying experiences at work, 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 them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach 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.
From day one, our mission has been to create an independent business with a unique culture - one that is controlled by the people who work for it. Finding the most talented and entrepreneurial people has always been key to our success. People come to Howden for lots of different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. That's what sets us apart, and why we nurture and retain the best talent in the market. Whatever your priorities - work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering - you'll find like-minded people driving change at Howden. At Howden, Corporate & Commercial, commercial insurance isn't just what we do - it's who we are. We support our clients through the complex landscape of commercial risk. We understand the diverse needs of businesses from large corporates to emerging ventures, meticulously crafting bespoke solutions to empower businesses to navigate uncertainty and achieve unwavering growth. Our depth of commercial insurance expertise allows us to protect client's assets and fuel their progress. When our clients prosper, we celebrate success with them; when challenges arise, we provide unwavering support. Howden, Corporate & Commercial are on the hunt for an Account Executive to support their team to develop strong relationships with new and existing clients. Provision of a high level of professional advice to clients. Win new business, cross selling, and pick up referral opportunities. You'll become a trusted advisor, asking the right questions, and continuously learning while on the job and sharing your knowledge with other colleagues in the office. Please note this is a full-time, permanent opportunity. You will be based in our Kidderminster office and ideally be onsite for 3 days per week on average. Overview: To develop and maintain the relationship with existing clients and to target new clients from the marketplace by the effective marketing of current prospects. Establish and manage with each client a renewal strategy in accordance with the division's procedures/aims to maximise renewal success. Responsibility to ensure that clients are correctly and adequately insured for all of their insurance exposures and that correct advice is given. To liaise with Account and Claims Handlers to complete all supporting documentation to maintain and achieve client service standards. To support the Division in the achievement of sales targets. To actively cross-sell products from other Divisions To maintain professional competence by complying at all times with the Training and Competence procedures of the firm. To actively seek feedback from clients and respond to feedback received. Knowledge: Must have a minimum of 5 years' experience in providing specialist advice in the insurance market. Must be qualified to a minimum of Dip CII. Skills: Excellent level of technical insurance skills, to be assessed by regular in-house testing. Excellent client service skills. Excellent negotiation and broking skills. Ability to persuade and influence others. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to gather and analyse information from the client. Good understanding of Corporate Governance, financial awareness and how a business works. Qualifications: GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent). A-levels (desirable). Must be qualified to a minimum of Dip CII. Our Culture: People First We've travelled far since opening our first office in 1994. Back then we were local experts - based in London, with direct access to the world's biggest insurance market. We're still locals, and we still deliver the right advice and the right insurance to our clients. But now, we're local all over the world. With 15,000 global colleagues and a partner network spanning more than 100 territories, we are the largest independent insurance broker in the world. But our values haven't changed since day one, when we set out to create a company grounded in: An employee-ownership model Aligned external investors The trust and integrity born of friendship Expertise Independence Our focus on being a people-first business has always been at the very heart of Howden. Our vision was to create an independent business with a unique culture; one that would survive and thrive as a business controlled by the people working for it. Our employee ownership model sets us apart in the market. It's created a culture of collaboration and innovation, where we're driven to think bigger and empowered to challenge convention. Our flat structure and entrepreneurial spirit help us attract the best people and empower them to be the best version of themselves. And when we bring in and nurture great talent, more follows. That makes us better - and that's better for everyone. Diversity & Inclusion At Howden we consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness and respect, regardless of their age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status or family circumstances.
May 01, 2024
Full time
From day one, our mission has been to create an independent business with a unique culture - one that is controlled by the people who work for it. Finding the most talented and entrepreneurial people has always been key to our success. People come to Howden for lots of different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. That's what sets us apart, and why we nurture and retain the best talent in the market. Whatever your priorities - work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering - you'll find like-minded people driving change at Howden. At Howden, Corporate & Commercial, commercial insurance isn't just what we do - it's who we are. We support our clients through the complex landscape of commercial risk. We understand the diverse needs of businesses from large corporates to emerging ventures, meticulously crafting bespoke solutions to empower businesses to navigate uncertainty and achieve unwavering growth. Our depth of commercial insurance expertise allows us to protect client's assets and fuel their progress. When our clients prosper, we celebrate success with them; when challenges arise, we provide unwavering support. Howden, Corporate & Commercial are on the hunt for an Account Executive to support their team to develop strong relationships with new and existing clients. Provision of a high level of professional advice to clients. Win new business, cross selling, and pick up referral opportunities. You'll become a trusted advisor, asking the right questions, and continuously learning while on the job and sharing your knowledge with other colleagues in the office. Please note this is a full-time, permanent opportunity. You will be based in our Kidderminster office and ideally be onsite for 3 days per week on average. Overview: To develop and maintain the relationship with existing clients and to target new clients from the marketplace by the effective marketing of current prospects. Establish and manage with each client a renewal strategy in accordance with the division's procedures/aims to maximise renewal success. Responsibility to ensure that clients are correctly and adequately insured for all of their insurance exposures and that correct advice is given. To liaise with Account and Claims Handlers to complete all supporting documentation to maintain and achieve client service standards. To support the Division in the achievement of sales targets. To actively cross-sell products from other Divisions To maintain professional competence by complying at all times with the Training and Competence procedures of the firm. To actively seek feedback from clients and respond to feedback received. Knowledge: Must have a minimum of 5 years' experience in providing specialist advice in the insurance market. Must be qualified to a minimum of Dip CII. Skills: Excellent level of technical insurance skills, to be assessed by regular in-house testing. Excellent client service skills. Excellent negotiation and broking skills. Ability to persuade and influence others. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to gather and analyse information from the client. Good understanding of Corporate Governance, financial awareness and how a business works. Qualifications: GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent). A-levels (desirable). Must be qualified to a minimum of Dip CII. Our Culture: People First We've travelled far since opening our first office in 1994. Back then we were local experts - based in London, with direct access to the world's biggest insurance market. We're still locals, and we still deliver the right advice and the right insurance to our clients. But now, we're local all over the world. With 15,000 global colleagues and a partner network spanning more than 100 territories, we are the largest independent insurance broker in the world. But our values haven't changed since day one, when we set out to create a company grounded in: An employee-ownership model Aligned external investors The trust and integrity born of friendship Expertise Independence Our focus on being a people-first business has always been at the very heart of Howden. Our vision was to create an independent business with a unique culture; one that would survive and thrive as a business controlled by the people working for it. Our employee ownership model sets us apart in the market. It's created a culture of collaboration and innovation, where we're driven to think bigger and empowered to challenge convention. Our flat structure and entrepreneurial spirit help us attract the best people and empower them to be the best version of themselves. And when we bring in and nurture great talent, more follows. That makes us better - and that's better for everyone. Diversity & Inclusion At Howden we consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness and respect, regardless of their age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status or family circumstances.
What the Hiring Manager Says At Quilter Cheviot Financial Planning, we are continuing to grow and develop our financial planning capability. As we continue to welcome new Financial Planners, we have a real opportunity to shape the future of our region and the wider QCFP business. Growing our business in the South West is a key strategic objective to enhance our holistic financial planning offering to existing, new and integrated clients within the Wealth Division. In supporting this growth plan, we also have the opportunity to create new initiatives and ways of working. To support this, we are seeking a dynamic leader to support Financial Planners with our organic growth strategy. From recruitment and onboarding, to training, coaching and development, we are looking for a people leader with a genuine commitment to motivating and developing Financial Planners to drive high levels of performance and to identify new initiatives to deliver a market leading service to our clients, whilst ensuring that the most suitable client outcome is at the forefront. Richard Fraser, Regional Financial Planning Director - North East, Midlands & South West About the Role Level: 4 Department: Quilter Cheviot Financial Planning (QCFP) Location: Exeter (Covering the South West) Contract type: Permanent Due to expansion and growth, Quilter Cheviot Financial Planning is recruiting a Financial Planning Manager to work with our dynamic and forward-thinking financial planning team. Our Financial Planning Manager is responsible for managing a team of Financial Planners regionally, all of whom are responsible for the ongoing servicing/retention as well as identification of new business. The focus of this role is leadership, management and development of Financial Planners as well as supporting business growth and the delivery of advice direct to our clients. The ideal candidate for this role will have demonstrable experience in Financial Planning and experience in a managerial role within a wealth/asset management background. You must have a sound understanding of the end-to-end advisory process in the private client markets. The role will include the following duties: Sales Management Management of a team of Financial Planners Manage the required production to ensure profitability of QCFP in line with business plan and corporate objectives Oversee the relationship between your team of Financial Planners and their QC Investment Manager counterparts Plan joint initiatives between your Financial Planners and QC IM's to enhance joint business development opportunities in the professional connections arena Support, lead and manage local initiatives and events Monitor business production and embedded client contact and sales strategy Oversight of employment contractual arrangements & performance appraisals Continued development of team to ensure they are meeting high standards of advice Observation of client meetings and providing coaching and feedback to enable enhanced performance for the Financial Planner and continuous improvement to the client experience Establishing, delivering and analysing Management Information relating to QCFP including production and servicing data Ensure any MI required is collated and reported where required Support recruitment and ongoing professional development of high-quality Financial Planners to maintain and grow the business in line with business plan. This will include Interviewing and overseeing, assessment of candidates and decision on most suitable individuals to perform relevant roles Ensure all updates and key communications from QCFP are disseminated to all Financial Planners People & Leadership Embody leadership characteristics and Quilter's values to inspire and motivate both immediate team and people in the wider organisation Manage aligned Financial Planner team in the Region to deliver the core QCFP proposition Contribute to cross-group co-operation and participation in value-adding initiatives with other parts of the wider Quilter Group Work with the Senior Leadership team to help develop colleagues as well as identifying and nurturing talent Work collaboratively with the other members of the Regional leadership team Contribute to the development of a diverse workforce Relationship Management Build and maintain mutually beneficial, trust based internal and external relationships with key stakeholders Act as a role model to encourage open and constructive relationships whilst mentoring others to build effective internal and external relationships Resolve disagreements and operational problems that impact on the effectiveness of the team using appropriate methods to ensure fair outcomes for all parties Continuous Improvement Contribute to a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement in processes and business results Encourage an environment where new ideas, creative solutions and innovation are valued Ensure that all professional contact is conducted in accordance with The Consumer Duty Ensure that all advisers are trained and qualified and are aware of their role, responsibilities and obligations within the FCA rules and regulations Technical Competencies Knowledge of sales management, client advice, systems & processes that support QCFP financial planners to meet the required production levels Full understanding of compliance & training & competency requirements to ensure QCFP is always within the required compliance guidelines & parameters Market and industry awareness Behavioural Competencies Building capability and developing people Proven ability to lead and motivate people Developed problem solving ability Driving action About You Applications from people with diverse backgrounds enables our inclusive organisation to thrive. If you feel you don't match our job description exactly, why not take a chance on yourself and apply? You could be exactly what this role needs. You'll have proven experience in the financial services industry within the advice space with a background in investments, linked products, collective investment schemes, life insurance and/or employee benefits. You will need to have knowledge of sales management, client advice, as well as processes that support financial planners to meet the required performance levels. Technical competence in advice is essential. to ensure we stay within the required compliance guidelines and parameters. You'll need knowledge and understanding of the competitor market and economic climate, with experience of investments, financial planning and investment consulting. You'll also have the following financial planning skills: Client relationship and service excellence Business development & origination skills Highly developed compliance and risk skills within an advice context Change skills - maturity and experience in navigating rapidly changing environments Self-learning and ability to distil industry developments Our purpose is to help the generations today and tomorrow to prosper. That means we must guide people through the complexity of planning for their future, with the right financial advice and investment solutions, so that they can have more secure financial futures. In this ever-changing world, we see that our role in society has never been more meaningful, and we are committed to using our expertise and care to guide our customers through these challenging and unprecedented times. Our impressive talents and capabilities set us apart, but our unwavering commitment to our customers is what defines us. We truly believe that we have all the ingredients to be the very best in our industry, and we want great people with the care and creativity that we need, to help us get there. We are passionate about building an inclusive culture where everyone's contribution is valued, and our people can thrive. No matter what your role is or where you sit, your voice will matter. We hope you like what you hear and are interested in learning more about joining us. Core Benefits Holiday: 26 days Quilter Incentive Scheme: All employees are eligible to participate in our incentive scheme, based on the company's performance and their contribution to it Pension Scheme: 10% non-contributory company pension scheme that can be boosted through personal contributions Private Medical Insurance: Single cover as standard, cover can be increased at your own cost Life Assurance: 4x your salary, cover can be increased at your own cost Income Protection: 75% of salary payable after 26 weeks of absence In addition to our core benefits we offer a range of flexible benefits that you can choose from and pay for conveniently via a salary deduction.
May 01, 2024
Full time
What the Hiring Manager Says At Quilter Cheviot Financial Planning, we are continuing to grow and develop our financial planning capability. As we continue to welcome new Financial Planners, we have a real opportunity to shape the future of our region and the wider QCFP business. Growing our business in the South West is a key strategic objective to enhance our holistic financial planning offering to existing, new and integrated clients within the Wealth Division. In supporting this growth plan, we also have the opportunity to create new initiatives and ways of working. To support this, we are seeking a dynamic leader to support Financial Planners with our organic growth strategy. From recruitment and onboarding, to training, coaching and development, we are looking for a people leader with a genuine commitment to motivating and developing Financial Planners to drive high levels of performance and to identify new initiatives to deliver a market leading service to our clients, whilst ensuring that the most suitable client outcome is at the forefront. Richard Fraser, Regional Financial Planning Director - North East, Midlands & South West About the Role Level: 4 Department: Quilter Cheviot Financial Planning (QCFP) Location: Exeter (Covering the South West) Contract type: Permanent Due to expansion and growth, Quilter Cheviot Financial Planning is recruiting a Financial Planning Manager to work with our dynamic and forward-thinking financial planning team. Our Financial Planning Manager is responsible for managing a team of Financial Planners regionally, all of whom are responsible for the ongoing servicing/retention as well as identification of new business. The focus of this role is leadership, management and development of Financial Planners as well as supporting business growth and the delivery of advice direct to our clients. The ideal candidate for this role will have demonstrable experience in Financial Planning and experience in a managerial role within a wealth/asset management background. You must have a sound understanding of the end-to-end advisory process in the private client markets. The role will include the following duties: Sales Management Management of a team of Financial Planners Manage the required production to ensure profitability of QCFP in line with business plan and corporate objectives Oversee the relationship between your team of Financial Planners and their QC Investment Manager counterparts Plan joint initiatives between your Financial Planners and QC IM's to enhance joint business development opportunities in the professional connections arena Support, lead and manage local initiatives and events Monitor business production and embedded client contact and sales strategy Oversight of employment contractual arrangements & performance appraisals Continued development of team to ensure they are meeting high standards of advice Observation of client meetings and providing coaching and feedback to enable enhanced performance for the Financial Planner and continuous improvement to the client experience Establishing, delivering and analysing Management Information relating to QCFP including production and servicing data Ensure any MI required is collated and reported where required Support recruitment and ongoing professional development of high-quality Financial Planners to maintain and grow the business in line with business plan. This will include Interviewing and overseeing, assessment of candidates and decision on most suitable individuals to perform relevant roles Ensure all updates and key communications from QCFP are disseminated to all Financial Planners People & Leadership Embody leadership characteristics and Quilter's values to inspire and motivate both immediate team and people in the wider organisation Manage aligned Financial Planner team in the Region to deliver the core QCFP proposition Contribute to cross-group co-operation and participation in value-adding initiatives with other parts of the wider Quilter Group Work with the Senior Leadership team to help develop colleagues as well as identifying and nurturing talent Work collaboratively with the other members of the Regional leadership team Contribute to the development of a diverse workforce Relationship Management Build and maintain mutually beneficial, trust based internal and external relationships with key stakeholders Act as a role model to encourage open and constructive relationships whilst mentoring others to build effective internal and external relationships Resolve disagreements and operational problems that impact on the effectiveness of the team using appropriate methods to ensure fair outcomes for all parties Continuous Improvement Contribute to a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement in processes and business results Encourage an environment where new ideas, creative solutions and innovation are valued Ensure that all professional contact is conducted in accordance with The Consumer Duty Ensure that all advisers are trained and qualified and are aware of their role, responsibilities and obligations within the FCA rules and regulations Technical Competencies Knowledge of sales management, client advice, systems & processes that support QCFP financial planners to meet the required production levels Full understanding of compliance & training & competency requirements to ensure QCFP is always within the required compliance guidelines & parameters Market and industry awareness Behavioural Competencies Building capability and developing people Proven ability to lead and motivate people Developed problem solving ability Driving action About You Applications from people with diverse backgrounds enables our inclusive organisation to thrive. If you feel you don't match our job description exactly, why not take a chance on yourself and apply? You could be exactly what this role needs. You'll have proven experience in the financial services industry within the advice space with a background in investments, linked products, collective investment schemes, life insurance and/or employee benefits. You will need to have knowledge of sales management, client advice, as well as processes that support financial planners to meet the required performance levels. Technical competence in advice is essential. to ensure we stay within the required compliance guidelines and parameters. You'll need knowledge and understanding of the competitor market and economic climate, with experience of investments, financial planning and investment consulting. You'll also have the following financial planning skills: Client relationship and service excellence Business development & origination skills Highly developed compliance and risk skills within an advice context Change skills - maturity and experience in navigating rapidly changing environments Self-learning and ability to distil industry developments Our purpose is to help the generations today and tomorrow to prosper. That means we must guide people through the complexity of planning for their future, with the right financial advice and investment solutions, so that they can have more secure financial futures. In this ever-changing world, we see that our role in society has never been more meaningful, and we are committed to using our expertise and care to guide our customers through these challenging and unprecedented times. Our impressive talents and capabilities set us apart, but our unwavering commitment to our customers is what defines us. We truly believe that we have all the ingredients to be the very best in our industry, and we want great people with the care and creativity that we need, to help us get there. We are passionate about building an inclusive culture where everyone's contribution is valued, and our people can thrive. No matter what your role is or where you sit, your voice will matter. We hope you like what you hear and are interested in learning more about joining us. Core Benefits Holiday: 26 days Quilter Incentive Scheme: All employees are eligible to participate in our incentive scheme, based on the company's performance and their contribution to it Pension Scheme: 10% non-contributory company pension scheme that can be boosted through personal contributions Private Medical Insurance: Single cover as standard, cover can be increased at your own cost Life Assurance: 4x your salary, cover can be increased at your own cost Income Protection: 75% of salary payable after 26 weeks of absence In addition to our core benefits we offer a range of flexible benefits that you can choose from and pay for conveniently via a salary deduction.
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 The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. 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. Role Requirements Qualified ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent. Excellent working knowledge of IFRS and FRS 102 and related financial reporting requirements. Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. Evidence of ability to research technical accounting matters. Desirable Experience in role of a project manager; Business development experience - able to contribute to the identification and conversion of opportunities to sell work. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 01, 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 The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. 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. Role Requirements Qualified ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent. Excellent working knowledge of IFRS and FRS 102 and related financial reporting requirements. Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. Evidence of ability to research technical accounting matters. Desirable Experience in role of a project manager; Business development experience - able to contribute to the identification and conversion of opportunities to sell work. 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.
Job order - J(Apply online only) - Permanent Full Time Title Digital Architecture Consultant Category Business Consulting City UK Wide - Various, UK Wide - Various, United Kingdom Job Description Digital Architecture Consultant Position Description Challenge yourself, change lives and help shape the UKs digital revolution. At CGI, our Senior Consultants are trusted to drive change, inspire trust with clients and colleagues, and take responsibility for the worlds most ambitious transformation projects. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2023 and has been named one of the Worlds Best Employers by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner, not just an employee. CGI are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and youll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. CGI will train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. We are happy to discuss remote or hybrid working. As a Senior Consultant in Business Consulting, you will engage in our most demanding digital engagements across private, public and financial services sectors. Your engagements will allow you to access the latest technology trends and innovations, whilst applying practical solutions to our clients most complex problems. You will have the opportunity to develop insights into the latest digital architecture trends whilst informing clients, colleagues and leadership with your knowledge and experience. The digital architecture role will see you deep-dive into the creation of client strategic imperatives, strategic roadmaps, and development of financial analysis / technological investment cases. You will be responsible for managing day to day aspects of client engagements, including working closely with highly collaborative, creative, and diverse teams of CGI consultants. You will also be working across the Business Consulting and Technology Advisory Practice to generate pull through of CGI services at scale across the UK & Australia business. This role can be based from any of our 19 UK based offices, but this is a hybrid role where you can also work from home. We expect you to travel 1-2 days per week to CGI / client site (on average). Your future duties and responsibilities This fast paced and demanding consulting role includes the provision of advisory services to clients, supporting the creation and marketing of consulting services, and developing consulting offerings. You will have the opportunity to work closely with relevant teams such as Digital Transformation, IP, Global Technology Operations service delivery teams which will allow you to create and sustain your network within CGI. Required qualifications to be successful in this role This is a Senior Consultant level role where the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate success in a similar technology and data architecture role within a professional services firm. Desired skillsets for the digital architecture role includes demonstrating the capability to deliver end-to-end solution design and solution implementation project experience. This may include drawing upon examples of digital or enterprise architecture solution design, implementation cost and financial impact assessment, as well as demonstrating the ability to understand, undertake and facilitate the process for ratifying design decisions at a clients design authority. The candidate will also have experience in the contribution to high value deliverables, and experience working alongside management and leadership in the shaping of high-quality business consulting services to meet clients needs. The digital architecture role will require credible presence in front of senior audience, with an aptitude to influence leadership, therefore CGI Senior Consultants require excellent communication skills and to be able to demonstrate a range of technical capabilities across engagements lifecycles. Together, as owners, lets turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, youll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction. Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. Skills Leadership Reference (phone number removed)
May 01, 2024
Full time
Job order - J(Apply online only) - Permanent Full Time Title Digital Architecture Consultant Category Business Consulting City UK Wide - Various, UK Wide - Various, United Kingdom Job Description Digital Architecture Consultant Position Description Challenge yourself, change lives and help shape the UKs digital revolution. At CGI, our Senior Consultants are trusted to drive change, inspire trust with clients and colleagues, and take responsibility for the worlds most ambitious transformation projects. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2023 and has been named one of the Worlds Best Employers by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner, not just an employee. CGI are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and youll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. CGI will train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. We are happy to discuss remote or hybrid working. As a Senior Consultant in Business Consulting, you will engage in our most demanding digital engagements across private, public and financial services sectors. Your engagements will allow you to access the latest technology trends and innovations, whilst applying practical solutions to our clients most complex problems. You will have the opportunity to develop insights into the latest digital architecture trends whilst informing clients, colleagues and leadership with your knowledge and experience. The digital architecture role will see you deep-dive into the creation of client strategic imperatives, strategic roadmaps, and development of financial analysis / technological investment cases. You will be responsible for managing day to day aspects of client engagements, including working closely with highly collaborative, creative, and diverse teams of CGI consultants. You will also be working across the Business Consulting and Technology Advisory Practice to generate pull through of CGI services at scale across the UK & Australia business. This role can be based from any of our 19 UK based offices, but this is a hybrid role where you can also work from home. We expect you to travel 1-2 days per week to CGI / client site (on average). Your future duties and responsibilities This fast paced and demanding consulting role includes the provision of advisory services to clients, supporting the creation and marketing of consulting services, and developing consulting offerings. You will have the opportunity to work closely with relevant teams such as Digital Transformation, IP, Global Technology Operations service delivery teams which will allow you to create and sustain your network within CGI. Required qualifications to be successful in this role This is a Senior Consultant level role where the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate success in a similar technology and data architecture role within a professional services firm. Desired skillsets for the digital architecture role includes demonstrating the capability to deliver end-to-end solution design and solution implementation project experience. This may include drawing upon examples of digital or enterprise architecture solution design, implementation cost and financial impact assessment, as well as demonstrating the ability to understand, undertake and facilitate the process for ratifying design decisions at a clients design authority. The candidate will also have experience in the contribution to high value deliverables, and experience working alongside management and leadership in the shaping of high-quality business consulting services to meet clients needs. The digital architecture role will require credible presence in front of senior audience, with an aptitude to influence leadership, therefore CGI Senior Consultants require excellent communication skills and to be able to demonstrate a range of technical capabilities across engagements lifecycles. Together, as owners, lets turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, youll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction. Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. Skills Leadership Reference (phone number removed)
Job order - J(Apply online only) - Permanent Full Time Title Digital Architecture Consultant Category Business Consulting City UK Wide - Various, UK Wide - Various, United Kingdom Job Description Digital Architecture Consultant Position Description Challenge yourself, change lives and help shape the UKs digital revolution. At CGI, our Senior Consultants are trusted to drive change, inspire trust with clients and colleagues, and take responsibility for the worlds most ambitious transformation projects. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2023 and has been named one of the Worlds Best Employers by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner, not just an employee. CGI are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and youll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. CGI will train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. We are happy to discuss remote or hybrid working. As a Senior Consultant in Business Consulting, you will engage in our most demanding digital engagements across private, public and financial services sectors. Your engagements will allow you to access the latest technology trends and innovations, whilst applying practical solutions to our clients most complex problems. You will have the opportunity to develop insights into the latest digital architecture trends whilst informing clients, colleagues and leadership with your knowledge and experience. The digital architecture role will see you deep-dive into the creation of client strategic imperatives, strategic roadmaps, and development of financial analysis / technological investment cases. You will be responsible for managing day to day aspects of client engagements, including working closely with highly collaborative, creative, and diverse teams of CGI consultants. You will also be working across the Business Consulting and Technology Advisory Practice to generate pull through of CGI services at scale across the UK & Australia business. This role can be based from any of our 19 UK based offices, but this is a hybrid role where you can also work from home. We expect you to travel 1-2 days per week to CGI / client site (on average). Your future duties and responsibilities This fast paced and demanding consulting role includes the provision of advisory services to clients, supporting the creation and marketing of consulting services, and developing consulting offerings. You will have the opportunity to work closely with relevant teams such as Digital Transformation, IP, Global Technology Operations service delivery teams which will allow you to create and sustain your network within CGI. Required qualifications to be successful in this role This is a Senior Consultant level role where the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate success in a similar technology and data architecture role within a professional services firm. Desired skillsets for the digital architecture role includes demonstrating the capability to deliver end-to-end solution design and solution implementation project experience. This may include drawing upon examples of digital or enterprise architecture solution design, implementation cost and financial impact assessment, as well as demonstrating the ability to understand, undertake and facilitate the process for ratifying design decisions at a clients design authority. The candidate will also have experience in the contribution to high value deliverables, and experience working alongside management and leadership in the shaping of high-quality business consulting services to meet clients needs. The digital architecture role will require credible presence in front of senior audience, with an aptitude to influence leadership, therefore CGI Senior Consultants require excellent communication skills and to be able to demonstrate a range of technical capabilities across engagements lifecycles. Together, as owners, lets turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, youll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction. Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. Skills Leadership Reference (phone number removed)
May 01, 2024
Full time
Job order - J(Apply online only) - Permanent Full Time Title Digital Architecture Consultant Category Business Consulting City UK Wide - Various, UK Wide - Various, United Kingdom Job Description Digital Architecture Consultant Position Description Challenge yourself, change lives and help shape the UKs digital revolution. At CGI, our Senior Consultants are trusted to drive change, inspire trust with clients and colleagues, and take responsibility for the worlds most ambitious transformation projects. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2023 and has been named one of the Worlds Best Employers by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner, not just an employee. CGI are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and youll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. CGI will train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. We are happy to discuss remote or hybrid working. As a Senior Consultant in Business Consulting, you will engage in our most demanding digital engagements across private, public and financial services sectors. Your engagements will allow you to access the latest technology trends and innovations, whilst applying practical solutions to our clients most complex problems. You will have the opportunity to develop insights into the latest digital architecture trends whilst informing clients, colleagues and leadership with your knowledge and experience. The digital architecture role will see you deep-dive into the creation of client strategic imperatives, strategic roadmaps, and development of financial analysis / technological investment cases. You will be responsible for managing day to day aspects of client engagements, including working closely with highly collaborative, creative, and diverse teams of CGI consultants. You will also be working across the Business Consulting and Technology Advisory Practice to generate pull through of CGI services at scale across the UK & Australia business. This role can be based from any of our 19 UK based offices, but this is a hybrid role where you can also work from home. We expect you to travel 1-2 days per week to CGI / client site (on average). Your future duties and responsibilities This fast paced and demanding consulting role includes the provision of advisory services to clients, supporting the creation and marketing of consulting services, and developing consulting offerings. You will have the opportunity to work closely with relevant teams such as Digital Transformation, IP, Global Technology Operations service delivery teams which will allow you to create and sustain your network within CGI. Required qualifications to be successful in this role This is a Senior Consultant level role where the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate success in a similar technology and data architecture role within a professional services firm. Desired skillsets for the digital architecture role includes demonstrating the capability to deliver end-to-end solution design and solution implementation project experience. This may include drawing upon examples of digital or enterprise architecture solution design, implementation cost and financial impact assessment, as well as demonstrating the ability to understand, undertake and facilitate the process for ratifying design decisions at a clients design authority. The candidate will also have experience in the contribution to high value deliverables, and experience working alongside management and leadership in the shaping of high-quality business consulting services to meet clients needs. The digital architecture role will require credible presence in front of senior audience, with an aptitude to influence leadership, therefore CGI Senior Consultants require excellent communication skills and to be able to demonstrate a range of technical capabilities across engagements lifecycles. Together, as owners, lets turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, youll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction. Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. Skills Leadership Reference (phone number removed)
It is essential you have audit accountancy practice experience for this role Our client is seeking an Audit Manager within the Audit & Assurance team. This is a key role, requiring a passion for audit and so we are looking for an accomplished audit professional with previous experience operating at a manager level who shares in this enthusiasm. You would make a significant contribution towards the overall future development and success of this service line as well as the firm as a whole. You would oversee the effective management of a substantial portfolio of clients; planning assignments, briefing staff on the clients' business, ensuring all work carried out is compliant with auditing standards and that client and statutory deadlines are routinely met and exceeded. You would also oversee advisory engagements as part of your developing role. Business development experience would be an advantage as the role would provide the opportunity to identify new business, research and prepare proposals, as well as take part in formal presentations to prospective clients. Your role: To profitably manage a substantial portfolio of clients in the office, ensuring both excellent client service and making a significant contribution towards the overall future development and success of the service line and the firm. To manage assignments in accordance with the firm's standard procedures and confirm arrangements with the client, including likely costs and billing arrangements. To ensure audit quality at all times. Assist with internal and external quality assurance, ensuring any actions are completed in line with the firms and professional standards. To brief staff on the client's business and the pre-assignment instructions, to supervise and control the completion of work, and to undertake 'on the job' training and appraisals where necessary. To ensure that the job is completed within budget, and to discuss all materials points arising with the assignment partner and client immediately, particularly in relation to any anticipated overruns. To liaise with the client throughout the year and to practise the principles of excellent client service at all times. To ensure that appropriate liaison takes place with all other departments, and that all potential client needs are identified and serviced accordingly. To develop a detailed knowledge of the firm's specialist services and to undertake special work in response to client needs where appropriate. To perform the firm's review and completion procedures, to attend the final meeting with the client, and to ensure that the client subsequently receives the final accounts and commercial management letter on a timely basis. To oversee adhoc advisory projects; To ensure the profitable recoverability of work in progress, and to bill clients on a timely basis. To maintain an advanced level of technical knowledge through appropriate reading and courses, and to fulfil the Institute's CPD requirements. To research and prepare proposals for new work, and to take part in formal presentations to prospective clients. To act as a line manager to students and/or seniors; To take an active involvement in prospective client seminars, and to effectively follow up contact made. Attend staff meetings and training as required. Carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the role as reasonably requested by the line manager, Partner or Head of Service Line. The person: Candidates must be ACA or ACCA qualified. Previous experience operating at manager level in a similar role; Proven experience in managing a portfolio of clients and developing strong client relationships; Proven wide audit experience in producing high quality audits; Audit experience within the SME sector would be advantageous; Charity experience is also desirable but not essential; Business development experience and interest would be a distinct advantage Benefits: Life assurance at 2 x salary Income protection insurance (IPI) which is payable after 13 weeks of sick % salary (less an amount for any deemed state benefits as determined by the insurer) pro After 3 months you will be eligible to chose from a menu of benefits, which currently include: Pension - in line with current legislation you will be automatically enrolled after 3 months and you will pay 3% and the firm will pay 5% and your life assurance will increase to 4 x salary Critical illness cover Dental insurance Additional life assurance Childcare vouchers Purchase of additional holiday Retail vouchers Alongside the scheme there is unlimited access to a discount scheme, offering a wide variety of discounts across a whole range of products and services, including discounted gym membership rates Free flu jabs
May 01, 2024
Full time
It is essential you have audit accountancy practice experience for this role Our client is seeking an Audit Manager within the Audit & Assurance team. This is a key role, requiring a passion for audit and so we are looking for an accomplished audit professional with previous experience operating at a manager level who shares in this enthusiasm. You would make a significant contribution towards the overall future development and success of this service line as well as the firm as a whole. You would oversee the effective management of a substantial portfolio of clients; planning assignments, briefing staff on the clients' business, ensuring all work carried out is compliant with auditing standards and that client and statutory deadlines are routinely met and exceeded. You would also oversee advisory engagements as part of your developing role. Business development experience would be an advantage as the role would provide the opportunity to identify new business, research and prepare proposals, as well as take part in formal presentations to prospective clients. Your role: To profitably manage a substantial portfolio of clients in the office, ensuring both excellent client service and making a significant contribution towards the overall future development and success of the service line and the firm. To manage assignments in accordance with the firm's standard procedures and confirm arrangements with the client, including likely costs and billing arrangements. To ensure audit quality at all times. Assist with internal and external quality assurance, ensuring any actions are completed in line with the firms and professional standards. To brief staff on the client's business and the pre-assignment instructions, to supervise and control the completion of work, and to undertake 'on the job' training and appraisals where necessary. To ensure that the job is completed within budget, and to discuss all materials points arising with the assignment partner and client immediately, particularly in relation to any anticipated overruns. To liaise with the client throughout the year and to practise the principles of excellent client service at all times. To ensure that appropriate liaison takes place with all other departments, and that all potential client needs are identified and serviced accordingly. To develop a detailed knowledge of the firm's specialist services and to undertake special work in response to client needs where appropriate. To perform the firm's review and completion procedures, to attend the final meeting with the client, and to ensure that the client subsequently receives the final accounts and commercial management letter on a timely basis. To oversee adhoc advisory projects; To ensure the profitable recoverability of work in progress, and to bill clients on a timely basis. To maintain an advanced level of technical knowledge through appropriate reading and courses, and to fulfil the Institute's CPD requirements. To research and prepare proposals for new work, and to take part in formal presentations to prospective clients. To act as a line manager to students and/or seniors; To take an active involvement in prospective client seminars, and to effectively follow up contact made. Attend staff meetings and training as required. Carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the role as reasonably requested by the line manager, Partner or Head of Service Line. The person: Candidates must be ACA or ACCA qualified. Previous experience operating at manager level in a similar role; Proven experience in managing a portfolio of clients and developing strong client relationships; Proven wide audit experience in producing high quality audits; Audit experience within the SME sector would be advantageous; Charity experience is also desirable but not essential; Business development experience and interest would be a distinct advantage Benefits: Life assurance at 2 x salary Income protection insurance (IPI) which is payable after 13 weeks of sick % salary (less an amount for any deemed state benefits as determined by the insurer) pro After 3 months you will be eligible to chose from a menu of benefits, which currently include: Pension - in line with current legislation you will be automatically enrolled after 3 months and you will pay 3% and the firm will pay 5% and your life assurance will increase to 4 x salary Critical illness cover Dental insurance Additional life assurance Childcare vouchers Purchase of additional holiday Retail vouchers Alongside the scheme there is unlimited access to a discount scheme, offering a wide variety of discounts across a whole range of products and services, including discounted gym membership rates Free flu jabs
Company Description Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world's money. Min fees. Max ease. Full speed. Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their life easier and save them money. As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money. For everyone, everywhere. More about our mission . Wise Platform helps banks, software companies and large enterprises leverage Wise's infrastructure to offer their customers world class payments products through their own channels. Our partners make up some of the world's biggest banks and online platforms, such as Monzo, N26, and Google. Wise Platform is a start-up within a scale up. We're based across the world - from New York, to London, to Singapore and beyond. Job Description We are looking for our first Presales Engineer in EMEA to play a crucial role in winning sales opportunities by solving our partner's most complex problems. We'll look to you to build out the presales function within the region, helping achieve growth objectives while consulting closely with our product, sales, and delivery teams to design solutions that we can deliver efficiently and with quality. As a Senior Presales Engineer, your success will be driven by an ability to understand customer requirements, showcase the Wise Platform value proposition, and earn the trust of key decision-makers. You will apply your expertise and product knowledge to design intelligent and scalable payment solutions for our prospective partners. This will require you to work cross-functionally to build strategies to successfully navigate complex sales cycles, deliver product demos, and lead compelling solution presentations. You should be equally comfortable in both a business and technical context, winning trust from both executive and engineering stakeholders. Your mission: You will present our products and vision to executives & technical teams at banks and strategic enterprise partners. Become their trusted advisor. You will be accountable to drive revenue alongside the business development team, being a key stakeholder in the sales process from discovery and solution design through to implementation kickoff. You will utilise a deep understanding of Wise Platform products and the payments domain to tailor solutions for partners, finding a match between our technology and their requirements. You will work on sales collateral, demos, proof of concepts, RFPs, and any other material to help get potential deals over the line. You will ensure the viability of solutions by testing and documenting an end to end solution. You will share customer feedback to the product teams in Wise Platform to drive roadmaps in order to create more opportunities for growth. This role will give you the opportunity to: Scope and design payments partnerships with the world's biggest banks and enterprises. Help define the presales team vision and strategy as we expand it across the globe. Act as the voice of our customers to influence roadmaps and feature prioritisation, continuously improving Wise Platforms' products and positioning in the market. Travel to work with our teams and meet with prospects around the world. Qualifications A bit about you: 3+ years experience in a presales or sales engineering role engaged in enterprise technology sales (preferably in fintech / payments) Proven track record achieving commercial targets by leveraging consultative and solution-based sales skills. You put the customer first, finding ways to leverage our products to solve customer problems. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively present complex concepts to both technical and business audiences. Established history of effective collaboration within or alongside financial institutions, demonstrating a strong grasp of their challenges and needs. You understand the value of balancing customer centric thinking and have experience communicating customer requirements to internal Product teams. Experience with REST APIs, SWIFT, local payment networks, especially in the context of technical sales and solution design. Additional Information For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders - without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive. We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences. Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers. If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs . Keep up to date with life at Wise by following us on LinkedIn and Instagram . For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders - without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive. We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences. Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers. If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs . Keep up to date with life at Wise by following us on LinkedIn and Instagram .
May 01, 2024
Full time
Company Description Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world's money. Min fees. Max ease. Full speed. Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their life easier and save them money. As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money. For everyone, everywhere. More about our mission . Wise Platform helps banks, software companies and large enterprises leverage Wise's infrastructure to offer their customers world class payments products through their own channels. Our partners make up some of the world's biggest banks and online platforms, such as Monzo, N26, and Google. Wise Platform is a start-up within a scale up. We're based across the world - from New York, to London, to Singapore and beyond. Job Description We are looking for our first Presales Engineer in EMEA to play a crucial role in winning sales opportunities by solving our partner's most complex problems. We'll look to you to build out the presales function within the region, helping achieve growth objectives while consulting closely with our product, sales, and delivery teams to design solutions that we can deliver efficiently and with quality. As a Senior Presales Engineer, your success will be driven by an ability to understand customer requirements, showcase the Wise Platform value proposition, and earn the trust of key decision-makers. You will apply your expertise and product knowledge to design intelligent and scalable payment solutions for our prospective partners. This will require you to work cross-functionally to build strategies to successfully navigate complex sales cycles, deliver product demos, and lead compelling solution presentations. You should be equally comfortable in both a business and technical context, winning trust from both executive and engineering stakeholders. Your mission: You will present our products and vision to executives & technical teams at banks and strategic enterprise partners. Become their trusted advisor. You will be accountable to drive revenue alongside the business development team, being a key stakeholder in the sales process from discovery and solution design through to implementation kickoff. You will utilise a deep understanding of Wise Platform products and the payments domain to tailor solutions for partners, finding a match between our technology and their requirements. You will work on sales collateral, demos, proof of concepts, RFPs, and any other material to help get potential deals over the line. You will ensure the viability of solutions by testing and documenting an end to end solution. You will share customer feedback to the product teams in Wise Platform to drive roadmaps in order to create more opportunities for growth. This role will give you the opportunity to: Scope and design payments partnerships with the world's biggest banks and enterprises. Help define the presales team vision and strategy as we expand it across the globe. Act as the voice of our customers to influence roadmaps and feature prioritisation, continuously improving Wise Platforms' products and positioning in the market. Travel to work with our teams and meet with prospects around the world. Qualifications A bit about you: 3+ years experience in a presales or sales engineering role engaged in enterprise technology sales (preferably in fintech / payments) Proven track record achieving commercial targets by leveraging consultative and solution-based sales skills. You put the customer first, finding ways to leverage our products to solve customer problems. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively present complex concepts to both technical and business audiences. Established history of effective collaboration within or alongside financial institutions, demonstrating a strong grasp of their challenges and needs. You understand the value of balancing customer centric thinking and have experience communicating customer requirements to internal Product teams. Experience with REST APIs, SWIFT, local payment networks, especially in the context of technical sales and solution design. Additional Information For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders - without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive. We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences. Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers. If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs . Keep up to date with life at Wise by following us on LinkedIn and Instagram . For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders - without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive. We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences. Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers. If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs . Keep up to date with life at Wise by following us on LinkedIn and Instagram .
Your new company Established in the 1930s this top 50 accountancy practice stands as a leading Chartered Accountancy and Tax Advisory practice, renowned for our distinguished reputation. Their core values emphasise a commitment to excellence and a supportive, diverse work environment where every individual is valued. They are currently working out of a 2-floor-modern office holding over 100 staff with an on-site gym & easy access to the town centre. Your new role Working closely with managers and directors to undertake audit risk assessments, audit planning and to deal with audit and accounting issues arising during your work Ensuring the delivery of audit assignments in a timely and cost-effective manner Assess the progress of audits and provide guidance and support to junior staff including on client site Extensive liaising with clients throughout the audit processes of planning, fieldwork and completion Preparation of statutory financial statements for 4 big firms' audit clients Review and documentation of internal control procedures and systems What you'll need to succeed Recently qualified or experienced ACAs or ACCAs First class client handling skills The ability to work on one's own initiative in the research and application of technical knowledge is essential. Varied statutory audit and accounts preparation experience What you'll get in return Competitive salary - £45,000 - £50,000 PA Hybrid working - 2 days from home per week & Flexible working Holiday entitlement - 25 days + bank holidays + option to purchase up to 5 additional days per holiday year Core hours - We operate core working hours of 10.00am to 4.00pm for the majority of roles. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
May 01, 2024
Full time
Your new company Established in the 1930s this top 50 accountancy practice stands as a leading Chartered Accountancy and Tax Advisory practice, renowned for our distinguished reputation. Their core values emphasise a commitment to excellence and a supportive, diverse work environment where every individual is valued. They are currently working out of a 2-floor-modern office holding over 100 staff with an on-site gym & easy access to the town centre. Your new role Working closely with managers and directors to undertake audit risk assessments, audit planning and to deal with audit and accounting issues arising during your work Ensuring the delivery of audit assignments in a timely and cost-effective manner Assess the progress of audits and provide guidance and support to junior staff including on client site Extensive liaising with clients throughout the audit processes of planning, fieldwork and completion Preparation of statutory financial statements for 4 big firms' audit clients Review and documentation of internal control procedures and systems What you'll need to succeed Recently qualified or experienced ACAs or ACCAs First class client handling skills The ability to work on one's own initiative in the research and application of technical knowledge is essential. Varied statutory audit and accounts preparation experience What you'll get in return Competitive salary - £45,000 - £50,000 PA Hybrid working - 2 days from home per week & Flexible working Holiday entitlement - 25 days + bank holidays + option to purchase up to 5 additional days per holiday year Core hours - We operate core working hours of 10.00am to 4.00pm for the majority of roles. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Xeinadin Group - Top 20 Accountancy Firm - UK & Ireland Role: VAT & Cloud Accounting Manager Group Company: Meiring & Co Location: Hornby, Lancaster Who Are We? Xeinadin Group was established in 2019 when more than 100 successful, independent, business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It is our people who help drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting the individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 1800 colleagues operate in collaboration across the Group, combining collective expertise to maximise our people's potential. As part of one Xeinadin, our colleagues are able to draw on expertise and support from across our UK, Ireland and central teams, as well as benefitting from being a part of their local communities. About the Role: Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We're on the lookout for a proactive VAT & Cloud Accounting Manager to join our team, based in Hornby, on a full-time basis. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that all key departmental service and performance standards are met and that clients are completely satisfied with the quality of advice and service delivered. In addition to completing their own workload the post holder will be required to manage and be the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, actively managing the day to day work of a small team to deliver a range of VAT and cloud accounting related activities according to current legislation and professional guidelines. The role requires a quality focussed individual who is organised and deadline driven with a high level of technical VAT knowledge and excellent communication skills. Key Responsibilities: Build good rapport with clients, with a clear understanding of client expectations and achieving high levels of client service Coordinate, supervise and prepare departmental work including bookkeeping, VAT return completion and draft management accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders Ensure correct client documentation is received in a timely and efficient manner to ensure deadlines can be met Schedule and coordinate own tasks and those of team members to ensure completion of jobs to agreed timescales and within set budgets Review team files to ensure all standards, quality and compliance requirements are met and issues identified Give feedback on the quality and standard of work produced by junior team members and highlight areas for development Ensure self and team members follow all legal and statutory requirements and keep up to date with the latest changes to process, VAT legislation, rules and regulations Advise clients on the setting up and development of internal systems and controls, including implementation of suitable accounting software and integrations Assist clients with onboarding, training and ongoing ad hoc queries in relation to cloud accounting and VAT matters Communicate challenges, opportunities and ideas to Directors to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the firm's service proposition and internal processes. Prepare, review and update relevant procedure notes and collaborate with colleagues to ensure knowledge is effectively shared Support delivery of the agreed operational KPI's Key Requirements: AAT Level 4 (or equivalent) desirable but not essential Extensive bookkeeping and cloud accounting experience within public practice together with a sound technical knowledge of VAT Additional Requirements: Integrity and confidentiality Excellent attention to detail with ability to prioritise, multi-task and maintain accuracy under pressure Well-developed interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with clients and colleagues Analytical and empathetic with ability to solve complex problems Excellent IT skills and enthusiasm to embrace new technologies and working practice Why Choose Us : Join a dynamic team at the forefront of the industry. Access comprehensive on-the-job training and career development opportunities. Engage with a diverse range of clients to expand your skill set. Enjoy a competitive benefits package. Join Our Team: At Xeinadin Group, we're not just a company - we're a thriving community of dedicated professionals committed to driving success. If you're ready to take your career to new heights and make a meaningful impact, seize this opportunity and send your application today.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Xeinadin Group - Top 20 Accountancy Firm - UK & Ireland Role: VAT & Cloud Accounting Manager Group Company: Meiring & Co Location: Hornby, Lancaster Who Are We? Xeinadin Group was established in 2019 when more than 100 successful, independent, business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It is our people who help drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting the individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 1800 colleagues operate in collaboration across the Group, combining collective expertise to maximise our people's potential. As part of one Xeinadin, our colleagues are able to draw on expertise and support from across our UK, Ireland and central teams, as well as benefitting from being a part of their local communities. About the Role: Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We're on the lookout for a proactive VAT & Cloud Accounting Manager to join our team, based in Hornby, on a full-time basis. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that all key departmental service and performance standards are met and that clients are completely satisfied with the quality of advice and service delivered. In addition to completing their own workload the post holder will be required to manage and be the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, actively managing the day to day work of a small team to deliver a range of VAT and cloud accounting related activities according to current legislation and professional guidelines. The role requires a quality focussed individual who is organised and deadline driven with a high level of technical VAT knowledge and excellent communication skills. Key Responsibilities: Build good rapport with clients, with a clear understanding of client expectations and achieving high levels of client service Coordinate, supervise and prepare departmental work including bookkeeping, VAT return completion and draft management accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders Ensure correct client documentation is received in a timely and efficient manner to ensure deadlines can be met Schedule and coordinate own tasks and those of team members to ensure completion of jobs to agreed timescales and within set budgets Review team files to ensure all standards, quality and compliance requirements are met and issues identified Give feedback on the quality and standard of work produced by junior team members and highlight areas for development Ensure self and team members follow all legal and statutory requirements and keep up to date with the latest changes to process, VAT legislation, rules and regulations Advise clients on the setting up and development of internal systems and controls, including implementation of suitable accounting software and integrations Assist clients with onboarding, training and ongoing ad hoc queries in relation to cloud accounting and VAT matters Communicate challenges, opportunities and ideas to Directors to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the firm's service proposition and internal processes. Prepare, review and update relevant procedure notes and collaborate with colleagues to ensure knowledge is effectively shared Support delivery of the agreed operational KPI's Key Requirements: AAT Level 4 (or equivalent) desirable but not essential Extensive bookkeeping and cloud accounting experience within public practice together with a sound technical knowledge of VAT Additional Requirements: Integrity and confidentiality Excellent attention to detail with ability to prioritise, multi-task and maintain accuracy under pressure Well-developed interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with clients and colleagues Analytical and empathetic with ability to solve complex problems Excellent IT skills and enthusiasm to embrace new technologies and working practice Why Choose Us : Join a dynamic team at the forefront of the industry. Access comprehensive on-the-job training and career development opportunities. Engage with a diverse range of clients to expand your skill set. Enjoy a competitive benefits package. Join Our Team: At Xeinadin Group, we're not just a company - we're a thriving community of dedicated professionals committed to driving success. If you're ready to take your career to new heights and make a meaningful impact, seize this opportunity and send your application today.
Are you a focused and strategically minded business leader with a background in the renewable energy sector? Can you motivate and lead cross-functional teams across different geographies to deliver exceptional outcomes in a consultancy environment? Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your skills with a global, high-performing, market leader? If this sounds like you then read on, this just might be the opportunity you have been looking for. If this resonates with your ambitions, or you are curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our global Wind team and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future. Your new role As our new Head of Wind Advisory - UK & Ireland , you will be part of our global Offshore Wind Advisory team. You will manage and grow a team of experts, secure and deliver projects applying a seller-doer mentality, and bring your strategic thoughts and ideas into the global management team to support Ramboll's overall wind energy strategy. Furthermore, you will act as a thought leader in your area of responsibility and will prepare, execute, and follow up on key events. Your key responsibilities As part of a multidisciplinary project team, you will take on diverse tasks and responsibilities of varied complexity and scale, such as: Lead and execute the country and client strategies for the UK and Ireland Set up a growth and hiring strategy for our Advisory team in the UK Drive business development and establish / expand client relationships Day-to-day and strategic line management for the local Advisory team in the UK, incl. professional development Ramboll's face and thought leader to the market in the UK & Ireland Jointly develop the UK and Irish wind market together with other Ramboll units, such as hydrogen or EIA, to provide a holistic service offer for our clients Act as Project Manager for complex, multi-service technical and commercial advisory assignments, ranging from owner's engineering and development support to technical due diligence and strategic advisory for projects globally Your new team As our new Head of Wind Advisory for the UK, you will be part of our global management team within our Wind Energy Group. You will join and lead an existing team with a good mix of seniority and technical background. The team is currently mainly based in London and Bristol, but we plan to expand to new hubs and locations across the UK and Ireland. You will be part of and collaborate closely with our global Wind Advisory team and will report to the Head of Wind Advisory Europe. You will interact closely with colleagues from other Ramboll divisions and have an interface with our UK Business Development and UK Energy organisation. About you From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success. Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline; a master's degree or other advanced degree is preferred. Preferably a minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience Substantial experience in offshore and onshore wind project development, execution, or operation within a project developer organization or in a consultancy company Profound industry knowledge and a thorough understanding of design and engineering, project economics, interfaces, risks, and commercial aspects of wind farm development Proven track record in managing small or large teams as well as dealing with multidisciplinary projects. Industry reputation and established network What we can offer you An outstanding opportunity to join our Energy Division, and team up with 2,000 experts in 15 countries, covering the full spectrum of technologies and all parts of the value chain. Competitive base salary, pension contribution, and benefits package Ongoing investment in your development Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company Flexible work environment Work at the heart of sustainable change Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that's where we start - and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential. World leader in wind energy Ramboll is a world leader in offshore wind with a unique value proposition and among the top onshore wind energy consultants globally. We have been involved in more than 70% of all operating offshore wind farms globally and have a market-leading track record for onshore wind farms in Northern and Central Europe. With our international, multidisciplinary, and wind energy-specific competencies, we are a true full-range service provider for offshore wind energy projects in all its phases. Ramboll supports clients globally to identify, evaluate, and quantify both risks and opportunities, allowing them to make well-educated, strategic decisions based on practical offshore wind project development, financing, and execution experience, combined with world-class engineering know-how. Within Ramboll, over 700 highly qualified experts are working on onshore and offshore wind projects globally, operating primarily from our 20 key offices across the Nordics, Germany, UK, Poland, Spain, the Netherlands, Japan, Korea, Australia, and the US. Ready to join us? Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc. Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application . About Ramboll Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow. Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. We believe in the strength of diversity and know that unique experiences and perspectives are vital for creating truly sustainable societies. Therefore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can flourish and reach their potential. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage you to contact our recruitment team to discuss any accommodations you need during the application process. Buildings, Transport, Energy, Environment & Health, Water and Management Consulting
May 01, 2024
Full time
Are you a focused and strategically minded business leader with a background in the renewable energy sector? Can you motivate and lead cross-functional teams across different geographies to deliver exceptional outcomes in a consultancy environment? Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your skills with a global, high-performing, market leader? If this sounds like you then read on, this just might be the opportunity you have been looking for. If this resonates with your ambitions, or you are curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our global Wind team and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future. Your new role As our new Head of Wind Advisory - UK & Ireland , you will be part of our global Offshore Wind Advisory team. You will manage and grow a team of experts, secure and deliver projects applying a seller-doer mentality, and bring your strategic thoughts and ideas into the global management team to support Ramboll's overall wind energy strategy. Furthermore, you will act as a thought leader in your area of responsibility and will prepare, execute, and follow up on key events. Your key responsibilities As part of a multidisciplinary project team, you will take on diverse tasks and responsibilities of varied complexity and scale, such as: Lead and execute the country and client strategies for the UK and Ireland Set up a growth and hiring strategy for our Advisory team in the UK Drive business development and establish / expand client relationships Day-to-day and strategic line management for the local Advisory team in the UK, incl. professional development Ramboll's face and thought leader to the market in the UK & Ireland Jointly develop the UK and Irish wind market together with other Ramboll units, such as hydrogen or EIA, to provide a holistic service offer for our clients Act as Project Manager for complex, multi-service technical and commercial advisory assignments, ranging from owner's engineering and development support to technical due diligence and strategic advisory for projects globally Your new team As our new Head of Wind Advisory for the UK, you will be part of our global management team within our Wind Energy Group. You will join and lead an existing team with a good mix of seniority and technical background. The team is currently mainly based in London and Bristol, but we plan to expand to new hubs and locations across the UK and Ireland. You will be part of and collaborate closely with our global Wind Advisory team and will report to the Head of Wind Advisory Europe. You will interact closely with colleagues from other Ramboll divisions and have an interface with our UK Business Development and UK Energy organisation. About you From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success. Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline; a master's degree or other advanced degree is preferred. Preferably a minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience Substantial experience in offshore and onshore wind project development, execution, or operation within a project developer organization or in a consultancy company Profound industry knowledge and a thorough understanding of design and engineering, project economics, interfaces, risks, and commercial aspects of wind farm development Proven track record in managing small or large teams as well as dealing with multidisciplinary projects. Industry reputation and established network What we can offer you An outstanding opportunity to join our Energy Division, and team up with 2,000 experts in 15 countries, covering the full spectrum of technologies and all parts of the value chain. Competitive base salary, pension contribution, and benefits package Ongoing investment in your development Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company Flexible work environment Work at the heart of sustainable change Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that's where we start - and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential. World leader in wind energy Ramboll is a world leader in offshore wind with a unique value proposition and among the top onshore wind energy consultants globally. We have been involved in more than 70% of all operating offshore wind farms globally and have a market-leading track record for onshore wind farms in Northern and Central Europe. With our international, multidisciplinary, and wind energy-specific competencies, we are a true full-range service provider for offshore wind energy projects in all its phases. Ramboll supports clients globally to identify, evaluate, and quantify both risks and opportunities, allowing them to make well-educated, strategic decisions based on practical offshore wind project development, financing, and execution experience, combined with world-class engineering know-how. Within Ramboll, over 700 highly qualified experts are working on onshore and offshore wind projects globally, operating primarily from our 20 key offices across the Nordics, Germany, UK, Poland, Spain, the Netherlands, Japan, Korea, Australia, and the US. Ready to join us? Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc. Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application . About Ramboll Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow. Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. We believe in the strength of diversity and know that unique experiences and perspectives are vital for creating truly sustainable societies. Therefore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can flourish and reach their potential. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage you to contact our recruitment team to discuss any accommodations you need during the application process. Buildings, Transport, Energy, Environment & Health, Water and Management Consulting
Company description: Who is Amey? We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. We combine exceptional expertise in Consulting & Design, Advisory & Analytics, Transport Infrastructure and Complex Facilities to design, manage, and maintain clients' assets throughout their lifetime. Our leading data and analytics capability enable us to create transformative solutions that strengthen resilience and drive sustainable improvements. Job description: Your New Role We have fantastic, on-site opportunities for a permanent Electricians to join our Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account. We are recruiting in: HMP Leicester (LE2 7AJ) HMP Gartree (LE16 7RP) There may be a need to work some weekends but this would be on a rota basis (and with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary). At Amey, we're supporting our justice client, His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by providing them with safe, clean and efficient prisons. By using our facilities management expertise, we help keep 60 secure premises across England and Wales running smoothly. Electrician plays an important part in ensuring the planned and reactive maintenance work within the prisons is carried out in a safe, compliant and timely manner. The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week (across 7 days where a weekend shift pattern is in place). You will be responsible for : Planned and preventative electrical maintenance. Diagnosing and replacing failed domestic electrical components. Responding to breakdowns ensuring all works are carried out under the appropriate Safe System of Work and in a timely manner. Actively fault finding / problem solving on domestic electrical systems across the prison. Undertaking electrical installation activities in accordance with the design provided and IET Wiring Regulations. Testing and inspecting electrical installations in accordance with the current IEE wiring regulations. Monitoring and ordering critical spares for all electrical services. Other tasks as required by the Site Responsible for ensuring H&S standards are achieved across the contract. What makes this role unique is you will test and inspect electrical installations across prison facilities in accordance with the 18th IEE wiring regulations as amended from time to time. Prison Security Clearance will be required (Amey will support you through this process). Application Guidance Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity . We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process. Apply today - We are excited to hear from you! We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the closing date should we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Profile description: We want to hear from you if you have/are: Appropriate technical qualification eg City & Guilds 2365 parts 1-3, BTEC, NVQ level 3 or above BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations, specifically 18th Edition . Experience of electrical maintenance activities, general distribution and installation and testing. Knowledge and experience of Electrical Systems and Electricity at work Regulations. Capable of working at heights. Ability to work alone and use initiative. Ideally you will be qualified in 18th Edition (however if you currently only have 17th Edition, we will sponsor you to upgrade to the 18th Edition; terms and conditions apply) with experience in electrical maintenance within a commercial environment. In addition to this, it would be desirable if you have IT skills and experience in fire alarm systems and CCTV systems to help you hit the ground running, although this is not essential as we will provide you with the required development you need to bring you up to speed. We offer: What we offer you When you join us, we can offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life's ups and downs. It's the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers and we have a competitive reward and benefits program Career Development - Exceptional development and progression plan Pension - Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. It includes healthcare, free GP service, dental vouchers Social Value - You'll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives On-site - Free on-site parking, free use of gym whilst on site We embrace difference and support individuals to work in ways that work best for them. We are committed to working sustainably and by working in partnership with the communities we serve, so people and the planet are protected.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Company description: Who is Amey? We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. We combine exceptional expertise in Consulting & Design, Advisory & Analytics, Transport Infrastructure and Complex Facilities to design, manage, and maintain clients' assets throughout their lifetime. Our leading data and analytics capability enable us to create transformative solutions that strengthen resilience and drive sustainable improvements. Job description: Your New Role We have fantastic, on-site opportunities for a permanent Electricians to join our Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account. We are recruiting in: HMP Leicester (LE2 7AJ) HMP Gartree (LE16 7RP) There may be a need to work some weekends but this would be on a rota basis (and with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary). At Amey, we're supporting our justice client, His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by providing them with safe, clean and efficient prisons. By using our facilities management expertise, we help keep 60 secure premises across England and Wales running smoothly. Electrician plays an important part in ensuring the planned and reactive maintenance work within the prisons is carried out in a safe, compliant and timely manner. The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week (across 7 days where a weekend shift pattern is in place). You will be responsible for : Planned and preventative electrical maintenance. Diagnosing and replacing failed domestic electrical components. Responding to breakdowns ensuring all works are carried out under the appropriate Safe System of Work and in a timely manner. Actively fault finding / problem solving on domestic electrical systems across the prison. Undertaking electrical installation activities in accordance with the design provided and IET Wiring Regulations. Testing and inspecting electrical installations in accordance with the current IEE wiring regulations. Monitoring and ordering critical spares for all electrical services. Other tasks as required by the Site Responsible for ensuring H&S standards are achieved across the contract. What makes this role unique is you will test and inspect electrical installations across prison facilities in accordance with the 18th IEE wiring regulations as amended from time to time. Prison Security Clearance will be required (Amey will support you through this process). Application Guidance Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity . We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process. Apply today - We are excited to hear from you! We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the closing date should we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Profile description: We want to hear from you if you have/are: Appropriate technical qualification eg City & Guilds 2365 parts 1-3, BTEC, NVQ level 3 or above BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations, specifically 18th Edition . Experience of electrical maintenance activities, general distribution and installation and testing. Knowledge and experience of Electrical Systems and Electricity at work Regulations. Capable of working at heights. Ability to work alone and use initiative. Ideally you will be qualified in 18th Edition (however if you currently only have 17th Edition, we will sponsor you to upgrade to the 18th Edition; terms and conditions apply) with experience in electrical maintenance within a commercial environment. In addition to this, it would be desirable if you have IT skills and experience in fire alarm systems and CCTV systems to help you hit the ground running, although this is not essential as we will provide you with the required development you need to bring you up to speed. We offer: What we offer you When you join us, we can offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life's ups and downs. It's the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers and we have a competitive reward and benefits program Career Development - Exceptional development and progression plan Pension - Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. It includes healthcare, free GP service, dental vouchers Social Value - You'll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives On-site - Free on-site parking, free use of gym whilst on site We embrace difference and support individuals to work in ways that work best for them. We are committed to working sustainably and by working in partnership with the communities we serve, so people and the planet are protected.
Vanta Staffing High Wycombe are looking for a friendly, switched on individual to work as a Technical Sales Advisor. There will be full training for the right candidates. Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm (flex hours) 37.5 hrs per week Permanent High Wycombe GBP24-GBP25k per annum Duties of the Technical Sales Advisor: Managing calls coming through, responding to emails and web enquiries. Processing orders and quotations. Selling products over the phone and face to face. Raising customer purchase and sales orders. Receiving stock and dealing with any new requirements. Weekly reports. Looking after customer orders and updating stock records. Booking in direct shipment purchase orders and invoicing Customers. Generating sales and service invoices and credit notes. Organising monthly scheduled service and sales appointments. Dealing with any customer returns. Creating and updating new parts records. Managing and updating Supplier pricing. Assisting Stores with Customer returns & collection of faulty goods with Suppliers. Uploading and amending data and prices on the company website. Experience required for the Technical Sales Advisor: - sales or good customer service background - excellent attention to detail - technically minded! You must have some relevant experience but training can be offered in areas for the right person. Our client offers parking, on-site canteen, 20 days holiday plus Bank Hols. Please contact us now to avoid disappointment!
May 01, 2024
Full time
Vanta Staffing High Wycombe are looking for a friendly, switched on individual to work as a Technical Sales Advisor. There will be full training for the right candidates. Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm (flex hours) 37.5 hrs per week Permanent High Wycombe GBP24-GBP25k per annum Duties of the Technical Sales Advisor: Managing calls coming through, responding to emails and web enquiries. Processing orders and quotations. Selling products over the phone and face to face. Raising customer purchase and sales orders. Receiving stock and dealing with any new requirements. Weekly reports. Looking after customer orders and updating stock records. Booking in direct shipment purchase orders and invoicing Customers. Generating sales and service invoices and credit notes. Organising monthly scheduled service and sales appointments. Dealing with any customer returns. Creating and updating new parts records. Managing and updating Supplier pricing. Assisting Stores with Customer returns & collection of faulty goods with Suppliers. Uploading and amending data and prices on the company website. Experience required for the Technical Sales Advisor: - sales or good customer service background - excellent attention to detail - technically minded! You must have some relevant experience but training can be offered in areas for the right person. Our client offers parking, on-site canteen, 20 days holiday plus Bank Hols. Please contact us now to avoid disappointment!
Customer Service Advisor, based on the Wrexham Industrial Estate, Salary £24,683.75, Benefits include pension, life assurance, Private medical insurance, training opportunities, Canteen on-site, employee rewards / discounts, cycle to work scheme, social events and on-site parking. We have an exciting opportunity for a Customer Service Advisor to work for a market leading manufacturing company on the Wrexham Industrial Estate. The purpose of the role is to provide first class customer service to their loyal and valued customers (retailer opticians), through proactive calls, input of orders and answering of questions and queries. Full training provided. Candidate requirements: Have previous experience in a Customer Service Advisor or similar role. Experience / knowledge of optical environment would be beneficial but is not essential. A good team player with a positive attitude, who displays high integrity, honesty and deep sense of caring for the success of the company and the employees. Highly customer focussed with the ability to work under pressure and problem solve. Good IT skills to be able to input orders and data accurately. Customer Service Advisor Key duties: To ensure KPI for incoming calls is reached. Proactively manage the account ensuring that delayed orders and breakages are chased and communicated effectively and accurately to customers (opticians). Liaising with Customer Services Section Leader and Business Development Manager to ensure that any complaints are dealt with effectively and in a timely manner. To answer technical questions relating to dispensing of optical lens. Communicate product/service/promotions prior to launch. Ensure that all orders are input on the same day as received. Pro-active retention calls to actively encourage non active customers/potential customers to begin spending. If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for then please apply by attaching your CV. Smartsearch take your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application. To effectively process your application, we may share your details with the company for whom we are collecting job applications and Smartsearch or the company may contact you by email, telephone or SMS. A copy of our privacy policy will be emailed to you upon receipt of your application.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Customer Service Advisor, based on the Wrexham Industrial Estate, Salary £24,683.75, Benefits include pension, life assurance, Private medical insurance, training opportunities, Canteen on-site, employee rewards / discounts, cycle to work scheme, social events and on-site parking. We have an exciting opportunity for a Customer Service Advisor to work for a market leading manufacturing company on the Wrexham Industrial Estate. The purpose of the role is to provide first class customer service to their loyal and valued customers (retailer opticians), through proactive calls, input of orders and answering of questions and queries. Full training provided. Candidate requirements: Have previous experience in a Customer Service Advisor or similar role. Experience / knowledge of optical environment would be beneficial but is not essential. A good team player with a positive attitude, who displays high integrity, honesty and deep sense of caring for the success of the company and the employees. Highly customer focussed with the ability to work under pressure and problem solve. Good IT skills to be able to input orders and data accurately. Customer Service Advisor Key duties: To ensure KPI for incoming calls is reached. Proactively manage the account ensuring that delayed orders and breakages are chased and communicated effectively and accurately to customers (opticians). Liaising with Customer Services Section Leader and Business Development Manager to ensure that any complaints are dealt with effectively and in a timely manner. To answer technical questions relating to dispensing of optical lens. Communicate product/service/promotions prior to launch. Ensure that all orders are input on the same day as received. Pro-active retention calls to actively encourage non active customers/potential customers to begin spending. If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for then please apply by attaching your CV. Smartsearch take your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application. To effectively process your application, we may share your details with the company for whom we are collecting job applications and Smartsearch or the company may contact you by email, telephone or SMS. A copy of our privacy policy will be emailed to you upon receipt of your application.
We are an international manufacturing and engineering company supplying equipment to customers worldwide which are manufactured at our Farnborough site. Due to our continued success, we are seeking a Sales Support Executive to join our UK Head Office based in Farnborough. You will be working with our Export customer base Worldwide to manage their requests for spare parts and the associated administration and customer support tasks. We can offer a generous starting salary, working Monday to Friday with hybrid working available once trained, we offer free parking, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and an excellent benefits package including contributory pension. We are a long established and secure company who can offer career development and progression. The role would suit candidates with previous experience of dealing with customers over the phone, by email whereby you are providing product information and advice, along with raising quotes and processing orders, following through to delivery. Any experience in an engineering or manufacturing company would be an advantage but is not essential as we can train on our product range. You will be providing the highest levels of customer service by phone or email and have the ability to learn our technical product and accurately complete all of the administration surrounding our customer orders. We will also consider Graduates with a relevant engineering and some work experience who are looking for an opportunity to secure a role within an international engineering organisation who can offer career development. We can offer a generous starting salary Monday to Friday working hours, some hybrid working, free parking, 25 days holiday and pension plus other benefits. The role provides a key aftermarket contact point who is recognised by customers as a technically capable trusted advisor. Key to your success in this role will be the ability to provide the best support to customers whilst at the same time maximising our aftermarket sales and efficiency. Your responsibility will be for export spare part sales, within international markets and all administration for aftermarket sales. You will be required to correctly identify, quote and process spare part orders. The successful candidate will also be responsible for the below: • Working with our Export customer to manage requests for spare parts. • Liaising with customers Worldwide eg Australia, US and Asia. • Liaising with customer via phone and email regarding their spare part requests and sales orders. • Provide customer quotations. • Upon authorisation, order processing and raising order acknowledgements for spare parts orders. • Following customer requests through from initial enquiry for parts through to delivery, chasing parts orders with our suppliers and manufacturing teams. • Ensure all customer requests are handled professionally and in a timely manner. • Responsible for all administration surrounding aftermarket sales orders in a timely and accurate manner utilising our systems fully. • Providing cover for colleagues in Scheduling and Invoicing. To be successful in this role you must be capable of digesting complex technical information, have excellent attention to detail and administrative skills, the ability to work as part of a team and have an excellent attitude and ability for customer care. Any experience or knowledge of an engineering, manufacturing, technical or spare parts related environment would be useful but is not essential. In return we can offer Monday to Friday working hours, generous starting salary plus an excellent benefits package and hybrid working along with full training on our product range. Please submit your CV asap for immediate consideration.
May 01, 2024
Full time
We are an international manufacturing and engineering company supplying equipment to customers worldwide which are manufactured at our Farnborough site. Due to our continued success, we are seeking a Sales Support Executive to join our UK Head Office based in Farnborough. You will be working with our Export customer base Worldwide to manage their requests for spare parts and the associated administration and customer support tasks. We can offer a generous starting salary, working Monday to Friday with hybrid working available once trained, we offer free parking, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and an excellent benefits package including contributory pension. We are a long established and secure company who can offer career development and progression. The role would suit candidates with previous experience of dealing with customers over the phone, by email whereby you are providing product information and advice, along with raising quotes and processing orders, following through to delivery. Any experience in an engineering or manufacturing company would be an advantage but is not essential as we can train on our product range. You will be providing the highest levels of customer service by phone or email and have the ability to learn our technical product and accurately complete all of the administration surrounding our customer orders. We will also consider Graduates with a relevant engineering and some work experience who are looking for an opportunity to secure a role within an international engineering organisation who can offer career development. We can offer a generous starting salary Monday to Friday working hours, some hybrid working, free parking, 25 days holiday and pension plus other benefits. The role provides a key aftermarket contact point who is recognised by customers as a technically capable trusted advisor. Key to your success in this role will be the ability to provide the best support to customers whilst at the same time maximising our aftermarket sales and efficiency. Your responsibility will be for export spare part sales, within international markets and all administration for aftermarket sales. You will be required to correctly identify, quote and process spare part orders. The successful candidate will also be responsible for the below: • Working with our Export customer to manage requests for spare parts. • Liaising with customers Worldwide eg Australia, US and Asia. • Liaising with customer via phone and email regarding their spare part requests and sales orders. • Provide customer quotations. • Upon authorisation, order processing and raising order acknowledgements for spare parts orders. • Following customer requests through from initial enquiry for parts through to delivery, chasing parts orders with our suppliers and manufacturing teams. • Ensure all customer requests are handled professionally and in a timely manner. • Responsible for all administration surrounding aftermarket sales orders in a timely and accurate manner utilising our systems fully. • Providing cover for colleagues in Scheduling and Invoicing. To be successful in this role you must be capable of digesting complex technical information, have excellent attention to detail and administrative skills, the ability to work as part of a team and have an excellent attitude and ability for customer care. Any experience or knowledge of an engineering, manufacturing, technical or spare parts related environment would be useful but is not essential. In return we can offer Monday to Friday working hours, generous starting salary plus an excellent benefits package and hybrid working along with full training on our product range. Please submit your CV asap for immediate consideration.
Wallace Hind Selection LTD
Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire
Are you an ambitious Service Administrator, Office Administrator, or Service Support Coordinator? Looking to continue learning and progressing on your professional journey? We are a progressive, high-quality business with a slick image, futuristic products, and prestigious customers! We are offering to develop a smart, motivated, customer-centric individual, into a role covering both service administration and support to our engineering teams. BASIC SALARY: £26,000 - £30,000 (negotiable depending on experience and background) BENEFITS: 25 days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays) Hybrid Working Option (After 6 Month Training Period) Company Pension - matched to 5% Private Healthcare (for Employee and Family) Life Assurance Cover Extensive Training LOCATION: Letchworth COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Welwyn Garden City, Luton, Biggleswade, Royston, Hitchin, Buntingford, Baldock, Flitwick, Hatfield. Following your initial 6-month training period, there will be the option for your role to become Hybrid working. JOB DESCRIPTION: Service Administrator, Service Coordinator - Manufacturing, Industrial Equipment As our Service Support Administrator, you will supporting our service and engineering teams with administrative duties within our brand new Letchworth UK HQ & Demo Centre. Work will be incoming in waves, and while there are no KPIs, you will be proactive and well-planned. We will provide you with full training on our products, applications, processes, and procedures. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Both proactively and reactively acting as our ambassador on the telephone. Intake of customer calls via telephone / web / email; logging the customer call-out or breakdown, and ensuring they are followed up on. Liaising with engineers, scheduling engineers, quotes for spare parts, updating tasks on CRM system (Salesforce). Preparing job reports and engineer checklist both to customers, and in Salesforce to keep on top of systems data quality. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Service Administrator, Service Coordinator - Manufacturing, Industrial Equipment You will have the following characteristics & experiences: Previous experience working as a service coordinator / administrator, supporting a field-based service team. Day-to-day experience of using CRM systems (ideally Salesforce), to log leads, handle opportunities and quotes, etc. Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) Easy going, people person with a can-do attitude and a keen eye for detail. Excellent spoken and written English. Quality driven. OUR COMPANY: We are a multiple-award winning manufacturer of prestigious brands in technical / industrial equipment and are recognised worldwide as "State of the Art" innovators of high-value capital solutions which are used in a wide range of industries, including Automotive, Aerospace, Medical, Formula 1, Leather Goods, Apparel, and Marine, etc. With a first-class reputation, we pride ourselves in excellent customer care and as part of our organic growth programme, we are seeking to employ ambitious individuals with the aspiration to become the very best that they can be. PROSPECTS: We constantly strive to develop our staff to take on additional responsibilities and grow professionally. Wherever possible, we actively seek to promote from within. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Service Administrator, Office Administrator, Service Coordinator, Office Manager, Office Supervisor, Service Advisor - Manufacturing, Industrial Equipment, Automotive, Aerospace, Medical, Leather Goods, Apparel, and Marine INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: JK17686, Wallace Hind Selection
May 01, 2024
Full time
Are you an ambitious Service Administrator, Office Administrator, or Service Support Coordinator? Looking to continue learning and progressing on your professional journey? We are a progressive, high-quality business with a slick image, futuristic products, and prestigious customers! We are offering to develop a smart, motivated, customer-centric individual, into a role covering both service administration and support to our engineering teams. BASIC SALARY: £26,000 - £30,000 (negotiable depending on experience and background) BENEFITS: 25 days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays) Hybrid Working Option (After 6 Month Training Period) Company Pension - matched to 5% Private Healthcare (for Employee and Family) Life Assurance Cover Extensive Training LOCATION: Letchworth COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Welwyn Garden City, Luton, Biggleswade, Royston, Hitchin, Buntingford, Baldock, Flitwick, Hatfield. Following your initial 6-month training period, there will be the option for your role to become Hybrid working. JOB DESCRIPTION: Service Administrator, Service Coordinator - Manufacturing, Industrial Equipment As our Service Support Administrator, you will supporting our service and engineering teams with administrative duties within our brand new Letchworth UK HQ & Demo Centre. Work will be incoming in waves, and while there are no KPIs, you will be proactive and well-planned. We will provide you with full training on our products, applications, processes, and procedures. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Both proactively and reactively acting as our ambassador on the telephone. Intake of customer calls via telephone / web / email; logging the customer call-out or breakdown, and ensuring they are followed up on. Liaising with engineers, scheduling engineers, quotes for spare parts, updating tasks on CRM system (Salesforce). Preparing job reports and engineer checklist both to customers, and in Salesforce to keep on top of systems data quality. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Service Administrator, Service Coordinator - Manufacturing, Industrial Equipment You will have the following characteristics & experiences: Previous experience working as a service coordinator / administrator, supporting a field-based service team. Day-to-day experience of using CRM systems (ideally Salesforce), to log leads, handle opportunities and quotes, etc. Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) Easy going, people person with a can-do attitude and a keen eye for detail. Excellent spoken and written English. Quality driven. OUR COMPANY: We are a multiple-award winning manufacturer of prestigious brands in technical / industrial equipment and are recognised worldwide as "State of the Art" innovators of high-value capital solutions which are used in a wide range of industries, including Automotive, Aerospace, Medical, Formula 1, Leather Goods, Apparel, and Marine, etc. With a first-class reputation, we pride ourselves in excellent customer care and as part of our organic growth programme, we are seeking to employ ambitious individuals with the aspiration to become the very best that they can be. PROSPECTS: We constantly strive to develop our staff to take on additional responsibilities and grow professionally. Wherever possible, we actively seek to promote from within. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Service Administrator, Office Administrator, Service Coordinator, Office Manager, Office Supervisor, Service Advisor - Manufacturing, Industrial Equipment, Automotive, Aerospace, Medical, Leather Goods, Apparel, and Marine INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: JK17686, Wallace Hind Selection