PA Administrator 24,000- 28,000, Hawes, on site parking, 33 days annual leave, life assurance, health cash plan, site bonus scheme, employee assistance programme, employee discount on products, training and development programmes, family friendly working environment, flexi and hybrid working. Due to continued business growth and expansion we are looking to recruit a PA Administrator for this well established manufacturing business in Hawes, North Yorkshire. This is a busy and varied role and you will work alongside a friendly team. This is a site based role as you will be an integral part of the team. As PA Administrator you will provide essential administrative support to multiple departments alongside PA duties for the director. You will support the HR team and senior leadership team PA Administrator Responsibilities: Providing administrative support to the team Provide PA duties to the director Diary management Meeting room management & scheduling meetings Arranging hospitality, accommodation and other facilities for meetings Providing support to the senior leadership team & HR Internal communications - monthly newsletters, noticeboards, performance updates, Collating monthly reports Organising events including roadshows and exhibitions PA Administrator Requirements: Previous administration experience Good supervisory or team leading skills preferred Good analytical skills Good IT skills with attention to detail Excellent communication skills Have the ability to prioritise your workload A team player, happy to provide support where needed Excellent customer service skills with a good telephone manner Own transport due to location Benefits: Basic full time equivalent salary of 24,000- 28,000 33 days annual leave Site bonus scheme Life assurance Health cash plan Employee assistance program Training and development programmes Well being app Employee discount on products Family friendly working policy and flexi working hours We would expect the successful candidate to have previous experience in an administration role. This role would suit someone who has worked as a PA, planner, scheduler. If this role sounds like the next position for you please don't delay as we are short listing immediately for this position. Apply Today by sending your CV to Nicola Wilson. Travail has been established since 1977 and has branches nationwide. Our Harrogate branch was opened in 1995 and has five specialist consultants who each deal with different market sectors. Working closely with candidates from all market sectors we are confident in matching the right people for the right jobs. Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
May 02, 2024
Full time
PA Administrator 24,000- 28,000, Hawes, on site parking, 33 days annual leave, life assurance, health cash plan, site bonus scheme, employee assistance programme, employee discount on products, training and development programmes, family friendly working environment, flexi and hybrid working. Due to continued business growth and expansion we are looking to recruit a PA Administrator for this well established manufacturing business in Hawes, North Yorkshire. This is a busy and varied role and you will work alongside a friendly team. This is a site based role as you will be an integral part of the team. As PA Administrator you will provide essential administrative support to multiple departments alongside PA duties for the director. You will support the HR team and senior leadership team PA Administrator Responsibilities: Providing administrative support to the team Provide PA duties to the director Diary management Meeting room management & scheduling meetings Arranging hospitality, accommodation and other facilities for meetings Providing support to the senior leadership team & HR Internal communications - monthly newsletters, noticeboards, performance updates, Collating monthly reports Organising events including roadshows and exhibitions PA Administrator Requirements: Previous administration experience Good supervisory or team leading skills preferred Good analytical skills Good IT skills with attention to detail Excellent communication skills Have the ability to prioritise your workload A team player, happy to provide support where needed Excellent customer service skills with a good telephone manner Own transport due to location Benefits: Basic full time equivalent salary of 24,000- 28,000 33 days annual leave Site bonus scheme Life assurance Health cash plan Employee assistance program Training and development programmes Well being app Employee discount on products Family friendly working policy and flexi working hours We would expect the successful candidate to have previous experience in an administration role. This role would suit someone who has worked as a PA, planner, scheduler. If this role sounds like the next position for you please don't delay as we are short listing immediately for this position. Apply Today by sending your CV to Nicola Wilson. Travail has been established since 1977 and has branches nationwide. Our Harrogate branch was opened in 1995 and has five specialist consultants who each deal with different market sectors. Working closely with candidates from all market sectors we are confident in matching the right people for the right jobs. Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Job Title: Planning Director Location: Sheffield Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a Multidisciplinary who are looking for a Planning Director to join the team in the Sheffield office. With the support of other members of the senior management team, the Director will assume leadership of the Sheffield Planning Office with the expectation that they will further develop its profile and build upon its well-established project portfolio which includes residential and affordable housing, urban regeneration, solar and renewable energy projects, enforcement matters, as well as a track record of providing expert advice to Local Authorities, assisting them with Development Management caseload and estate management. Role and Responsibilities You will confidently lead on projects and engage in both development management and development plan / policy work. This will include, but is not limited to, managing major planning applications, planning appeals, Local Plan representations, site promotion, Local Plan Examination and public inquiry work. You should have experience of managing professional teams and be able to provide leadership and vision. With excellent stakeholder management skills, you will be at the forefront of client development and will be required to attend networking events to promote the company. You should be client facing and have a strong and proven record in business development. You should have a network of contacts and definitive targets for sectors in which to generate the next stage of growth for the Office. As Office Director, you will assume responsibility for the financial and performance planning of the Office and will be expected to participate and contribute to wider company management. Key responsibilities and accountabilities are set out as follows; Manage and grow the established Planning team; Provide leadership and mentoring for the office and team as it grows; Development of the client base including oversight of existing client instructions and development of new client opportunities; Manage the workloads and professional development of staff ensuring that all the required standards are met; Manage and maintain the Office profitability, including client accounts, budgeting, and income projections; Develop and secure specific opportunities in identifiable growth sectors; Contribute to Companywide business and development strategy; and, Accountability to the Board of Directors and the Managing Director Qualifications and Requirements My client is looking for a qualified Town Planner ideally with at least 10 years + professional experience preferably in private sector consultancy or a mixture with public sector and client-side roles. Candidates should have a postgraduate qualification in Planning and be a chartered member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI). Salary and Benefits Remuneration will be commensurate with the abilities and potential of the successful candidate and will include a competitive salary, performance linked bonus scheme, access to the Company Pension Scheme, health insurance and other fringe benefits. A staff member has the added benefit of an element of bonuses being tax free and a future potential payment based on their part ownership of the Company. More information will be shared at the interview stage. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
May 02, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Planning Director Location: Sheffield Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a Multidisciplinary who are looking for a Planning Director to join the team in the Sheffield office. With the support of other members of the senior management team, the Director will assume leadership of the Sheffield Planning Office with the expectation that they will further develop its profile and build upon its well-established project portfolio which includes residential and affordable housing, urban regeneration, solar and renewable energy projects, enforcement matters, as well as a track record of providing expert advice to Local Authorities, assisting them with Development Management caseload and estate management. Role and Responsibilities You will confidently lead on projects and engage in both development management and development plan / policy work. This will include, but is not limited to, managing major planning applications, planning appeals, Local Plan representations, site promotion, Local Plan Examination and public inquiry work. You should have experience of managing professional teams and be able to provide leadership and vision. With excellent stakeholder management skills, you will be at the forefront of client development and will be required to attend networking events to promote the company. You should be client facing and have a strong and proven record in business development. You should have a network of contacts and definitive targets for sectors in which to generate the next stage of growth for the Office. As Office Director, you will assume responsibility for the financial and performance planning of the Office and will be expected to participate and contribute to wider company management. Key responsibilities and accountabilities are set out as follows; Manage and grow the established Planning team; Provide leadership and mentoring for the office and team as it grows; Development of the client base including oversight of existing client instructions and development of new client opportunities; Manage the workloads and professional development of staff ensuring that all the required standards are met; Manage and maintain the Office profitability, including client accounts, budgeting, and income projections; Develop and secure specific opportunities in identifiable growth sectors; Contribute to Companywide business and development strategy; and, Accountability to the Board of Directors and the Managing Director Qualifications and Requirements My client is looking for a qualified Town Planner ideally with at least 10 years + professional experience preferably in private sector consultancy or a mixture with public sector and client-side roles. Candidates should have a postgraduate qualification in Planning and be a chartered member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI). Salary and Benefits Remuneration will be commensurate with the abilities and potential of the successful candidate and will include a competitive salary, performance linked bonus scheme, access to the Company Pension Scheme, health insurance and other fringe benefits. A staff member has the added benefit of an element of bonuses being tax free and a future potential payment based on their part ownership of the Company. More information will be shared at the interview stage. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Kingswood Group are excited to be working with a growing financial services firm to assist them in recruiting a new Paraplanner to join their St Albans office. Open to level of experience, this firm can either offer a platform to learn or the opportunity to join at a more senior level and grow. The position: The position: Working within a well established paraplanning team, which consists of paraplanners, administration staff and trainee advisers, the successful candidate will be providing the wider team with centralised support. Duties will include; Administration duties including; Answering the phone and dealing with queries as and when they arise Processing post Scanning documents and adding to the tracker Chasing policy information with providers Ongoing management of the tracker Sending out monthly valuations to clients Ensuring compliance documents are in date Processing information requests to providers (sending requests via email and post) Paraplanning duties include; Liaising directly with a dedicated Adviser Daily update meetings for all cases Liaising with clients as and when required by phone, email and post Compiling research for new business cases Drafting suitability reports, generating cover letters, one pagers and other client facing documents when requested. Printing and prepopulating any supporting documents required for review meeting Required skills: ? Honest, reliable, trustworthy and must act with discretion and integrity at all times ? Excellent written and verbal communication skills ? Excellent telephone manner ? Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook knowledge ? Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with people from clients to other staff members in a respectful manner ? Ability to prioritise work and manage own workload efficiently ? Attention to detail ? Able to attend and complete exams under exam conditions Benefits offered: 25 days holiday + BH Pension Annual bonus
May 01, 2024
Full time
Kingswood Group are excited to be working with a growing financial services firm to assist them in recruiting a new Paraplanner to join their St Albans office. Open to level of experience, this firm can either offer a platform to learn or the opportunity to join at a more senior level and grow. The position: The position: Working within a well established paraplanning team, which consists of paraplanners, administration staff and trainee advisers, the successful candidate will be providing the wider team with centralised support. Duties will include; Administration duties including; Answering the phone and dealing with queries as and when they arise Processing post Scanning documents and adding to the tracker Chasing policy information with providers Ongoing management of the tracker Sending out monthly valuations to clients Ensuring compliance documents are in date Processing information requests to providers (sending requests via email and post) Paraplanning duties include; Liaising directly with a dedicated Adviser Daily update meetings for all cases Liaising with clients as and when required by phone, email and post Compiling research for new business cases Drafting suitability reports, generating cover letters, one pagers and other client facing documents when requested. Printing and prepopulating any supporting documents required for review meeting Required skills: ? Honest, reliable, trustworthy and must act with discretion and integrity at all times ? Excellent written and verbal communication skills ? Excellent telephone manner ? Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook knowledge ? Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with people from clients to other staff members in a respectful manner ? Ability to prioritise work and manage own workload efficiently ? Attention to detail ? Able to attend and complete exams under exam conditions Benefits offered: 25 days holiday + BH Pension Annual bonus
Are you a Project Manager experienced in overseeing high voltage substation, civils and cabling projects? If so then read on! Our client is a leading multi-utility company with a healthy order book for the next four years. Due to an increase in workload they are looking to expand their management team with an experienced Project Manager to oversee HV projects (11kv & 33kv). Salary to £70k Company Car / Allowance + Fuel card Annual Bonus Stakeholder Pension 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Key Essentials: Reporting to senior management, your role will involve project managing turnkey HV Substation Construction and Refurbishment projects Overseeing Site Managers, you will be responsible for conducting regular site progress meetings with the client Full responsibility for ensuring that all projects are constructed to CDM Regulations in a safe manner as per designs, documented and recorded correctly Working closely with the commercial team, having full awareness of projects at all times, ensuring that variations are captured Ensuring that Project Planners are regularly updated accordingly throughout the project Carrying out regular site audits, ensuring that works are carried out to CDM Regs. Ensuring works are completed to company SHEQ guidelines Full overview of project resources, ensuring that they are available when required Requirements: Previous project management experience of HV Substation build, civils and cabling with good knowledge of current legislation, technical standards and specifications Good commercial awareness and knowledge of NEC contracts Excellent knowledge of CDM Regs. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for CVL:LDN to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Your data will be shared with clients relevant to any roles that you have applied for with us. If at any time you wish to withdraw your consent, then please contact us. JBRP1_UKTJ
May 01, 2024
Full time
Are you a Project Manager experienced in overseeing high voltage substation, civils and cabling projects? If so then read on! Our client is a leading multi-utility company with a healthy order book for the next four years. Due to an increase in workload they are looking to expand their management team with an experienced Project Manager to oversee HV projects (11kv & 33kv). Salary to £70k Company Car / Allowance + Fuel card Annual Bonus Stakeholder Pension 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Key Essentials: Reporting to senior management, your role will involve project managing turnkey HV Substation Construction and Refurbishment projects Overseeing Site Managers, you will be responsible for conducting regular site progress meetings with the client Full responsibility for ensuring that all projects are constructed to CDM Regulations in a safe manner as per designs, documented and recorded correctly Working closely with the commercial team, having full awareness of projects at all times, ensuring that variations are captured Ensuring that Project Planners are regularly updated accordingly throughout the project Carrying out regular site audits, ensuring that works are carried out to CDM Regs. Ensuring works are completed to company SHEQ guidelines Full overview of project resources, ensuring that they are available when required Requirements: Previous project management experience of HV Substation build, civils and cabling with good knowledge of current legislation, technical standards and specifications Good commercial awareness and knowledge of NEC contracts Excellent knowledge of CDM Regs. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for CVL:LDN to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Your data will be shared with clients relevant to any roles that you have applied for with us. If at any time you wish to withdraw your consent, then please contact us. JBRP1_UKTJ
Client-side: Strategic Land Planner (All levels considered) Title: Strategic Land Planner Salary: 40k - 85k Location: Worcestershire Beach Baker is proud to be recruiting for a key player in the House Building industry. Renowned for their commitment to excellence, innovation, and adaptability, our client boasts over 18 years of industry experience and stands as a beacon of success, having achieved top-tier status for nine consecutive years. This role is more than just a job; it is a chance to make a real impact. You will be at the forefront of shaping communities across the UK, from scouting smaller quality based sites to navigating complex projects, where your ideas and contributions will help shape the future landscape The Position: Situated within the Strategic Land division within a small team of two, this pivotal position entails the identification, securing, and promotion of high quality based residential-led development opportunities. You can expect to be working on a range of high quality sites, as well as seeking to manage their current fully stacked project pipeline, alongside expanding their portfolio in an organic and strategic manner. Whilst support will always be on hand, full trust and autonomy is given within this position. Main Duties Maintain awareness of Government planning policy and legislation including forthcoming changes to the NPPF and Development Plan process. Become familiar with the issues around local authority 5-year housing land supplies. Undertake planning assessments of new opportunities and produce recommendations for future planning strategies and timescales to take sites forward. Work alongside the Senior Strategic Land Manager to identify areas of potential growth. Provide support in producing commercial viability assessments of new and existing assets. Produce bid documents for new opportunities. Support the Strategic Land Director / Senior Strategic Land Manager in the promotion of and disposal of existing schemes. Assist with the appointment and instruction of consultancy teams, Provide support at key stages such as local plan consultation and examination, planning application consultation and submission and appeals where needed. The Candidate: Our client is completely flexible in terms of levels of seniority, with the minimum requirement being a 3 years' experience in a UK Planning/Land role post or RTPI Qualification. The main criteria is being the right fit in terms of being adaptable and passionate about making a difference. Whether you are in a current Town Planning leadership role with years of experience under your belt, or you are a Town Planner with just a few years' experience, you will be considered. Skills and Experience: Possession of a town planning or related degree, with MRTPI, or demonstrable progress towards RTPI APC accreditation Exemplary communication and presentation capabilities Prior exposure to the house building industry is highly desirable. This position will include some travel, so a driving licence is essential. Your application will be managed with the utmost confidentiality by Michael Holland. To be considered, please send your CV directly to (url removed), and I will review it at the earliest opportunity. Not the role for you? If this position does not align with your career aspirations, please don't hesitate to reach out, as I have additional town planning opportunities available for discussion.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Client-side: Strategic Land Planner (All levels considered) Title: Strategic Land Planner Salary: 40k - 85k Location: Worcestershire Beach Baker is proud to be recruiting for a key player in the House Building industry. Renowned for their commitment to excellence, innovation, and adaptability, our client boasts over 18 years of industry experience and stands as a beacon of success, having achieved top-tier status for nine consecutive years. This role is more than just a job; it is a chance to make a real impact. You will be at the forefront of shaping communities across the UK, from scouting smaller quality based sites to navigating complex projects, where your ideas and contributions will help shape the future landscape The Position: Situated within the Strategic Land division within a small team of two, this pivotal position entails the identification, securing, and promotion of high quality based residential-led development opportunities. You can expect to be working on a range of high quality sites, as well as seeking to manage their current fully stacked project pipeline, alongside expanding their portfolio in an organic and strategic manner. Whilst support will always be on hand, full trust and autonomy is given within this position. Main Duties Maintain awareness of Government planning policy and legislation including forthcoming changes to the NPPF and Development Plan process. Become familiar with the issues around local authority 5-year housing land supplies. Undertake planning assessments of new opportunities and produce recommendations for future planning strategies and timescales to take sites forward. Work alongside the Senior Strategic Land Manager to identify areas of potential growth. Provide support in producing commercial viability assessments of new and existing assets. Produce bid documents for new opportunities. Support the Strategic Land Director / Senior Strategic Land Manager in the promotion of and disposal of existing schemes. Assist with the appointment and instruction of consultancy teams, Provide support at key stages such as local plan consultation and examination, planning application consultation and submission and appeals where needed. The Candidate: Our client is completely flexible in terms of levels of seniority, with the minimum requirement being a 3 years' experience in a UK Planning/Land role post or RTPI Qualification. The main criteria is being the right fit in terms of being adaptable and passionate about making a difference. Whether you are in a current Town Planning leadership role with years of experience under your belt, or you are a Town Planner with just a few years' experience, you will be considered. Skills and Experience: Possession of a town planning or related degree, with MRTPI, or demonstrable progress towards RTPI APC accreditation Exemplary communication and presentation capabilities Prior exposure to the house building industry is highly desirable. This position will include some travel, so a driving licence is essential. Your application will be managed with the utmost confidentiality by Michael Holland. To be considered, please send your CV directly to (url removed), and I will review it at the earliest opportunity. Not the role for you? If this position does not align with your career aspirations, please don't hesitate to reach out, as I have additional town planning opportunities available for discussion.
Seeking a Project Manager to manage Energy projects in the Midlands and North Region (Birmingham, Coventry, Newcastle and Scotland) The key deliverable for the Project Manager role is the effective management of the construction projects (CHP, gas boilers, heat pumps, Decarbonisation of our BU in the midlands and north region, new network connections, chilled water, district heating and cooling pipework). On offer is 55,000 - 65,000 + car or car allowance + benefits. Responsibilities / Duties of the Project Manager include: To manage the delivery of Mechanical, Electrical and Civil project activities, and coordinate with the Engineers, Designers, Planners & QS/Legal teams. Produce bill of quantity/materials take off. Ensuring all deliverables are to the required standard and specification. Manage the project to ensure all contractual aspects between us, clients and contractors, ensuring the compliance of all parties, particularly with respect to completion of the project prior to programmed operational start date To adhere to project delivery systems and procedures. To manage the timely production of O&M manuals with the lead designer. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with project sponsors and other key stakeholders. Produce weekly/monthly project progress reports. Where applicable, carry out the Principal Contractor role. To work with the planner in order to track, monitor and report project status to senior management. Effective planning, allocation and management of resources. Comply at all times with company policies and procedures. Manage and own the project budgets and produce monthly financial reports with the project QS. Coordinate with the Commissioning Manager. Responsible for the quality of delivery and final installation. Coordination with Operation Team. Attend Client and internal BU meetings To work with our SHEQ team and CDM Manager to ensure compliance with all Health and Safety & CDM regulations and obligations. Qualifications/ Required and Desired experience of the Project Manager: HNC/Degree level required - mechanical field CSCS Project Manager Card SMSTS Qualified First Aid qualified Experience of delivering multi-million pound M&E/Civil Projects with a diverse project delivery team 10 years experience in similar role Management of contractors in multiple disciplines Civil Engineering / utilities installation Commercial / planning understanding This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Project Manager to progress their career. If you are interested, please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Please note that the Project Manager position requires candidates to have full Right to Work in the UK Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Seeking a Project Manager to manage Energy projects in the Midlands and North Region (Birmingham, Coventry, Newcastle and Scotland) The key deliverable for the Project Manager role is the effective management of the construction projects (CHP, gas boilers, heat pumps, Decarbonisation of our BU in the midlands and north region, new network connections, chilled water, district heating and cooling pipework). On offer is 55,000 - 65,000 + car or car allowance + benefits. Responsibilities / Duties of the Project Manager include: To manage the delivery of Mechanical, Electrical and Civil project activities, and coordinate with the Engineers, Designers, Planners & QS/Legal teams. Produce bill of quantity/materials take off. Ensuring all deliverables are to the required standard and specification. Manage the project to ensure all contractual aspects between us, clients and contractors, ensuring the compliance of all parties, particularly with respect to completion of the project prior to programmed operational start date To adhere to project delivery systems and procedures. To manage the timely production of O&M manuals with the lead designer. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with project sponsors and other key stakeholders. Produce weekly/monthly project progress reports. Where applicable, carry out the Principal Contractor role. To work with the planner in order to track, monitor and report project status to senior management. Effective planning, allocation and management of resources. Comply at all times with company policies and procedures. Manage and own the project budgets and produce monthly financial reports with the project QS. Coordinate with the Commissioning Manager. Responsible for the quality of delivery and final installation. Coordination with Operation Team. Attend Client and internal BU meetings To work with our SHEQ team and CDM Manager to ensure compliance with all Health and Safety & CDM regulations and obligations. Qualifications/ Required and Desired experience of the Project Manager: HNC/Degree level required - mechanical field CSCS Project Manager Card SMSTS Qualified First Aid qualified Experience of delivering multi-million pound M&E/Civil Projects with a diverse project delivery team 10 years experience in similar role Management of contractors in multiple disciplines Civil Engineering / utilities installation Commercial / planning understanding This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Project Manager to progress their career. If you are interested, please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Please note that the Project Manager position requires candidates to have full Right to Work in the UK Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a Town Planning and Development Consultancy that operates throughout the UK on the hire of an Associate Town Planner to join their team in Bristol. The company is trusted by many clients, straddling multiple sectors for over three decades. Join this company and provide advice to a range of clients across the public and private sectors, planning for all types of development, and in particular Housing, Affordable Housing, Care/Older Persons Accommodation, and Custom/Self-Build Housing. In this role you will work on strategic land promotion, planning policy advice and representations, planning appraisals, planning applications, planning appeals/expert witness, planning enforcement, community engagement, EIA & SEA, monitoring and housing needs assessments. In order to apply, you should hold an RTPI-accredited degree and/or Masters and MRTPI status. You should have previous planning experience commensurate to a Senior / Principal or Associate Town Planner (Private sector experience essential). You will be a good communicator with good client liaison & negotiation skills. My client is looking for someone who has an eye for detail, is driven, hard-working with strong report writing skills. Naturally, you should have an understanding of the UK planning system and be commercially minded. Finally, any previous business development/networking skills are advantageous. Salary / Benefits In return for your commitment and hard work, you will be rewarded with a competitive starting salary (guide of 40,000 - 60,000pa), a competitive benefits package, a varied workload and an experienced leadership team for support. Interested? If you are looking to join an established and growing practice with a great reputation in the market, this is the role for you! The Director is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Matt Fraser on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
May 01, 2024
Full time
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a Town Planning and Development Consultancy that operates throughout the UK on the hire of an Associate Town Planner to join their team in Bristol. The company is trusted by many clients, straddling multiple sectors for over three decades. Join this company and provide advice to a range of clients across the public and private sectors, planning for all types of development, and in particular Housing, Affordable Housing, Care/Older Persons Accommodation, and Custom/Self-Build Housing. In this role you will work on strategic land promotion, planning policy advice and representations, planning appraisals, planning applications, planning appeals/expert witness, planning enforcement, community engagement, EIA & SEA, monitoring and housing needs assessments. In order to apply, you should hold an RTPI-accredited degree and/or Masters and MRTPI status. You should have previous planning experience commensurate to a Senior / Principal or Associate Town Planner (Private sector experience essential). You will be a good communicator with good client liaison & negotiation skills. My client is looking for someone who has an eye for detail, is driven, hard-working with strong report writing skills. Naturally, you should have an understanding of the UK planning system and be commercially minded. Finally, any previous business development/networking skills are advantageous. Salary / Benefits In return for your commitment and hard work, you will be rewarded with a competitive starting salary (guide of 40,000 - 60,000pa), a competitive benefits package, a varied workload and an experienced leadership team for support. Interested? If you are looking to join an established and growing practice with a great reputation in the market, this is the role for you! The Director is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Matt Fraser on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Role Overview Savills in Scotland is looking to add a senior planner to its Planning Team to assist with a growing and diverse portfolio of instructions. We are looking for someone with up to 5 years experience, MRTPI and/or RICS qualified and ideally with experience in the renewable energy sector and with EIA project management/assistant project management experience. Typically, your role will involve managing your own workload, assisting the senior team members on large instructions, EIA co-ordination and screening and scoping exercises, undertaking planning research and enquiries, drafting and finessing reports and planning submissions (site assessments, policy notes, applications, appeals, development plan representations and so on) as well as assisting with the management of the team's caseload and its business development activities. The role is Glasgow based with an element of hybrid working an option. Key Responsibilities • Prepare planning appraisals of land, buildings and concepts.• Undertake research and analysis.• Prepare planning applications, including planning statements. • Write reports, interpreting data and making clear and relevant recommendations.• EIA project management/assistant project management including Screening and Scoping reports.• Liaise and negotiate with planning officers, employees of consultee organisations, third parties.• Liaise and cultivate good relationships with clients and fellow professionals.• Develop creative and original solutions to satisfy all parties.• Ensure compliance with planning regulations.• Communicate and negotiate effectively with clients and colleagues.• Take responsibility for projects from the earliest stages through to completion.• Maintain an awareness of market conditions and the impact of government policies.• Keep informed about documents relating to planning policy and practice.• Build relationships with other divisions within Savills. • Attend external events to create local contacts and identify business opportunities. Key Skills • MRTPI and/or MRICS, with up to 5 years' post-qualification experience.• An enjoyment of writing, with excellent language skills and ability to effectively communicate planning arguments.• A proven ability to multi-task, across many projects, helping to steer the team's workload, managing projects capably - and reporting to directors, associate directors and associates in this team.• A willingness and enthusiasm for mentoring and guiding junior planning and graduate level colleagues. Team Overview Savills is a leading property conultancy practice with offices accross Scotland and the UK and a wide range of existing corporate, landowner and public sector clients. This position of Senior Planner is an important role in the Scottish Planning Team - one of the largest in the country - to help deliver a wide range of exciting and high profile projects. The Scottish Planning Team works on a wide range of projects across the country from offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Perth. While a large part of the role will be devoted to our diverse range of existing renewable energy projects, successful candidates can also expect to work on other projects including city centre regeneration, strategic land, retail, rural and logistics. To arrange an informal chat about the position, please request via a message in our application system Savills employee offer Recruitment agencies Savills only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been previously contacted and directed by a member of our recruitment team. We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to Savills or any of our employees other than via our careers website and through our recruitment process. If this is not adhered to, agency fees will not be paid.Submission of any unsolicited CVs or proposals to Savills will be deemed evidence of full and unlimited acceptance of this approach.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Role Overview Savills in Scotland is looking to add a senior planner to its Planning Team to assist with a growing and diverse portfolio of instructions. We are looking for someone with up to 5 years experience, MRTPI and/or RICS qualified and ideally with experience in the renewable energy sector and with EIA project management/assistant project management experience. Typically, your role will involve managing your own workload, assisting the senior team members on large instructions, EIA co-ordination and screening and scoping exercises, undertaking planning research and enquiries, drafting and finessing reports and planning submissions (site assessments, policy notes, applications, appeals, development plan representations and so on) as well as assisting with the management of the team's caseload and its business development activities. The role is Glasgow based with an element of hybrid working an option. Key Responsibilities • Prepare planning appraisals of land, buildings and concepts.• Undertake research and analysis.• Prepare planning applications, including planning statements. • Write reports, interpreting data and making clear and relevant recommendations.• EIA project management/assistant project management including Screening and Scoping reports.• Liaise and negotiate with planning officers, employees of consultee organisations, third parties.• Liaise and cultivate good relationships with clients and fellow professionals.• Develop creative and original solutions to satisfy all parties.• Ensure compliance with planning regulations.• Communicate and negotiate effectively with clients and colleagues.• Take responsibility for projects from the earliest stages through to completion.• Maintain an awareness of market conditions and the impact of government policies.• Keep informed about documents relating to planning policy and practice.• Build relationships with other divisions within Savills. • Attend external events to create local contacts and identify business opportunities. Key Skills • MRTPI and/or MRICS, with up to 5 years' post-qualification experience.• An enjoyment of writing, with excellent language skills and ability to effectively communicate planning arguments.• A proven ability to multi-task, across many projects, helping to steer the team's workload, managing projects capably - and reporting to directors, associate directors and associates in this team.• A willingness and enthusiasm for mentoring and guiding junior planning and graduate level colleagues. Team Overview Savills is a leading property conultancy practice with offices accross Scotland and the UK and a wide range of existing corporate, landowner and public sector clients. This position of Senior Planner is an important role in the Scottish Planning Team - one of the largest in the country - to help deliver a wide range of exciting and high profile projects. The Scottish Planning Team works on a wide range of projects across the country from offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Perth. While a large part of the role will be devoted to our diverse range of existing renewable energy projects, successful candidates can also expect to work on other projects including city centre regeneration, strategic land, retail, rural and logistics. To arrange an informal chat about the position, please request via a message in our application system Savills employee offer Recruitment agencies Savills only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been previously contacted and directed by a member of our recruitment team. We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to Savills or any of our employees other than via our careers website and through our recruitment process. If this is not adhered to, agency fees will not be paid.Submission of any unsolicited CVs or proposals to Savills will be deemed evidence of full and unlimited acceptance of this approach.
Consultant / Senior Consultant in townscape and heritage Who we are: We are a leading specialist townscape and heritage consultancy formed by recognised professionals in the field. With the combined expertise and reputation of our team of 20, which includes architects, urban designers, town planners, heritage and conservation specialists, and building historians, The Townscape Consultancy is one of the largest and most experienced consultancies in the field. What we do: Our focus is on the development project in relation to the bigger picture: how it will relate to the buildings, routes, and spaces around it - not just in how it looks, but in how it functions too. In many cases, this will require paying particular attention to the historic environment. Designing new buildings with townscape and heritage sensitivities in mind can be critical to gaining planning consent, and an important part of our role is to identify these sensitivities at an early stage. We aim to add value to the projects we work on - and we believe that great architecture and sound urban design add value. The review of designs by a 'critical friend', carried out in a positive spirit and at the right stages, can improve projects significantly. We provide design advice, and townscape, heritage and visual impact assessments where these are required to support a planning application; and where necessary, we provide expert evidence in support of planning appeals. Who you are: We are open to applicants at a variety of levels of seniority, who have a relevant experience working as consultants in townscape and/or heritage. In exceptional circumstances, we would also welcome candidates from other related fields and we would provide in-house mentoring / coaching in the specific requirements of our work. Candidates with a minimum of c. 5 years' experience in an architectural design background and other built environment backgrounds, such as urban design, building conservation, and planning, are likely to have appropriate transferable skills. Below is a list of key attributes: A minimum of 2-3 years working as a townscape and/or heritage consultant (highly desirable); Qualifications and experience in the built environment sector: architecture, urban design, planning, historic environment; A high standard of written English; Agood understanding of architectural design and architectural history; If not trained in design, an ability to recognise and discuss design quality; Critical / analytical ability; Ability to collaborate within a team environment; Ability to meet tight deadlines to high standards of work quality; Has the right to work in the UK (we are not able to sponsor visas); and 1. Townscape and heritage consultancy casework, including: Advising clients and design teams on design development for new proposals, relationship of new development to existing townscape / historic context / conservation areas / listed buildings, effect on settings, etc.; Working with architects and visualisation specialists to analyse site contexts, identifying viewpoint locations, providing commentary and advice on visual impact; Working with planning consultants and clients, providing advice on and preparation of planning applications and listed building consent applications; Report writing for the planning application stage, including: Reports for Environmental Statements (ES): townscape and visual impact assessment reports, built heritage reports, etc.; and Report writing (non-ES): townscape reports, heritage reports, certificate of immunity reports, planning appeals, listing cases, etc.; and Attending site visits and meetings, generally in London, but with the possibility of involvement in projects outside London. 2. Managing projects, including: Managing the smooth running of your projects, including responsibility to manage the budget, project log, coordinating attendance at meetings, issuing documents to clients and design teams, etc.; Managing communications with other consultants, visualisation specialists, architects, etc. as required; Working with directors to coordinate their input into the projects you manage; Working with Junior Consultants to delegate and oversee their input into projects; Working with the Operations Manager to instruct on monthly invoicing for your projects; and You may be required to support colleagues in undertaking general office / administrative tasks as part of your work. Office and hybrid working: Generally, you will be required to work from our office at 100 Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5NQ, but we have a hybrid work mode whereby members of the team can also work from home on a regular basis. This is agreed on a case-by-case basis, prioritising flexibility to meet projects' and clients' needs; the majority of your work hours will however be expected to be office-based. We have a generous benefits package, which includes discretionary annual bonuses, a company pension scheme, private medical insurance, an income protection scheme, a death in service insurance scheme, an enhanced maternity/paternity leave policy, a workplace nursery benefit scheme, reimbursement of professional subscriptions, transport season ticket loans, a cycle to work scheme, and a discretionary yearly study trip abroad. Annual leave: You will have 25 days plus bank holidays and discretionary extra days for Christmas. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion/and or belief. The candidates will need to have the right to work in the UK.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Consultant / Senior Consultant in townscape and heritage Who we are: We are a leading specialist townscape and heritage consultancy formed by recognised professionals in the field. With the combined expertise and reputation of our team of 20, which includes architects, urban designers, town planners, heritage and conservation specialists, and building historians, The Townscape Consultancy is one of the largest and most experienced consultancies in the field. What we do: Our focus is on the development project in relation to the bigger picture: how it will relate to the buildings, routes, and spaces around it - not just in how it looks, but in how it functions too. In many cases, this will require paying particular attention to the historic environment. Designing new buildings with townscape and heritage sensitivities in mind can be critical to gaining planning consent, and an important part of our role is to identify these sensitivities at an early stage. We aim to add value to the projects we work on - and we believe that great architecture and sound urban design add value. The review of designs by a 'critical friend', carried out in a positive spirit and at the right stages, can improve projects significantly. We provide design advice, and townscape, heritage and visual impact assessments where these are required to support a planning application; and where necessary, we provide expert evidence in support of planning appeals. Who you are: We are open to applicants at a variety of levels of seniority, who have a relevant experience working as consultants in townscape and/or heritage. In exceptional circumstances, we would also welcome candidates from other related fields and we would provide in-house mentoring / coaching in the specific requirements of our work. Candidates with a minimum of c. 5 years' experience in an architectural design background and other built environment backgrounds, such as urban design, building conservation, and planning, are likely to have appropriate transferable skills. Below is a list of key attributes: A minimum of 2-3 years working as a townscape and/or heritage consultant (highly desirable); Qualifications and experience in the built environment sector: architecture, urban design, planning, historic environment; A high standard of written English; Agood understanding of architectural design and architectural history; If not trained in design, an ability to recognise and discuss design quality; Critical / analytical ability; Ability to collaborate within a team environment; Ability to meet tight deadlines to high standards of work quality; Has the right to work in the UK (we are not able to sponsor visas); and 1. Townscape and heritage consultancy casework, including: Advising clients and design teams on design development for new proposals, relationship of new development to existing townscape / historic context / conservation areas / listed buildings, effect on settings, etc.; Working with architects and visualisation specialists to analyse site contexts, identifying viewpoint locations, providing commentary and advice on visual impact; Working with planning consultants and clients, providing advice on and preparation of planning applications and listed building consent applications; Report writing for the planning application stage, including: Reports for Environmental Statements (ES): townscape and visual impact assessment reports, built heritage reports, etc.; and Report writing (non-ES): townscape reports, heritage reports, certificate of immunity reports, planning appeals, listing cases, etc.; and Attending site visits and meetings, generally in London, but with the possibility of involvement in projects outside London. 2. Managing projects, including: Managing the smooth running of your projects, including responsibility to manage the budget, project log, coordinating attendance at meetings, issuing documents to clients and design teams, etc.; Managing communications with other consultants, visualisation specialists, architects, etc. as required; Working with directors to coordinate their input into the projects you manage; Working with Junior Consultants to delegate and oversee their input into projects; Working with the Operations Manager to instruct on monthly invoicing for your projects; and You may be required to support colleagues in undertaking general office / administrative tasks as part of your work. Office and hybrid working: Generally, you will be required to work from our office at 100 Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5NQ, but we have a hybrid work mode whereby members of the team can also work from home on a regular basis. This is agreed on a case-by-case basis, prioritising flexibility to meet projects' and clients' needs; the majority of your work hours will however be expected to be office-based. We have a generous benefits package, which includes discretionary annual bonuses, a company pension scheme, private medical insurance, an income protection scheme, a death in service insurance scheme, an enhanced maternity/paternity leave policy, a workplace nursery benefit scheme, reimbursement of professional subscriptions, transport season ticket loans, a cycle to work scheme, and a discretionary yearly study trip abroad. Annual leave: You will have 25 days plus bank holidays and discretionary extra days for Christmas. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion/and or belief. The candidates will need to have the right to work in the UK.
Overview Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation. We are focused on technology development, digital solutions, and defining our footprint in the new energy space. Our ability to provide integrated solutions across our segments will be critical to growth in our core operations and the energy transition. Energy producers face unique challenges every day, so it is our job to create solutions that enhance safety, streamline operations, and sustain uptime to meet or exceed their targets. We operate across the global energy landscape employing some of the best diverse talent in the industry. At Weatherford, we understand the value each individual brings to the table. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are immensely proud of our workforce. We invite you to join our passionate, talented, word-class team. When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger - a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other's successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford. Weatherford offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits program and provides you a challenging and enriching career path, with a healthy balance of structure and flexibility to chart your own course. Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Responsibilities The Drilling Engineer I provides an engineering interface with the Drilling Services Directional Drilling and Logging-Whilst Drilling personnel, Well Planners, Real Time Operations Centres, and customers if required. Compiles and maintains information for proposals, daily updates, and end of well reports for internal use and customer support. Based on experience, may be involved with the design and planning of conventional and/ or complex wells and could also participate in tender responses. Follows the Drilling Engineering process and provide real time support to Drilling Services Field Engineers and Clients. Must know and comply with the DE Standard and approved local Appendices. Follow the drilling engineering "Rules to live by". Comply with standards, internal processes, drilling instructions and operational procedures during the job planning and execution phases. Establish and maintain constant communication with in-line management. Ensure the QA/QC process for the creation and management of a drilling events database for risk analysis during the design phase. Perform quality control for the drilling data received from the field in order to produce daily monitoring analyses, collect end of well reports, document lessons learned, and generate KPIs for the optimization process. Under supervision of Weatherford's Drilling Engineer/Senior Drilling Engineer, execute the drilling engineering analysis in the design phase: BHA design, BHA tendency, hydraulics, torque & drag, and BHA vibration modelling. Generate the Weatherford Drilling Engineering standard technical design report for the assigned jobs. Attend pre-planning and daily meetings with the RTOC team, Weatherford office support, and customers (when required). Support Drilling Services technical sales when required. Participate in Drilling Services Service Delivery & QHSSE initiatives. Partake in Drilling Engineering audits and provide active support to complete audit's corrective actions. Handle with fluency the regular Drilling Engineering and Directional Drilling technical language in order to support DE/ Senior DE/ DE Manager and DD FOM if necessary. Know and understand Weatherford Quality Policy; comply with all requirements of the Quality Systems Manual, Operating and Technical Procedures, and Work Instructions. Be available for after-hours support to on-going operations as needed. Comply with all safety rules and company policies of Weatherford. Carry out work assignments with the highest level of service delivery. Perform various other duties and activities as assigned by supervisor within the physical constraints of the job. Qualifications Experience and Education Required: Relevant Bachelor / Masters degree Extensive relevant experience can compensate for lack of formal education 8+ years of experience in Completion, preferably in advanced well and/or downhole monitoring Preferred: Technology development and commerciallisation experience Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Wide completion and advance well technical knowledge Well versed in Microsoft Office, Word, Excell, Power Point, Visio etc. Well completion understanding Preferred: Detailed Procactive Dedicated
May 01, 2024
Full time
Overview Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation. We are focused on technology development, digital solutions, and defining our footprint in the new energy space. Our ability to provide integrated solutions across our segments will be critical to growth in our core operations and the energy transition. Energy producers face unique challenges every day, so it is our job to create solutions that enhance safety, streamline operations, and sustain uptime to meet or exceed their targets. We operate across the global energy landscape employing some of the best diverse talent in the industry. At Weatherford, we understand the value each individual brings to the table. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are immensely proud of our workforce. We invite you to join our passionate, talented, word-class team. When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger - a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other's successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford. Weatherford offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits program and provides you a challenging and enriching career path, with a healthy balance of structure and flexibility to chart your own course. Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Responsibilities The Drilling Engineer I provides an engineering interface with the Drilling Services Directional Drilling and Logging-Whilst Drilling personnel, Well Planners, Real Time Operations Centres, and customers if required. Compiles and maintains information for proposals, daily updates, and end of well reports for internal use and customer support. Based on experience, may be involved with the design and planning of conventional and/ or complex wells and could also participate in tender responses. Follows the Drilling Engineering process and provide real time support to Drilling Services Field Engineers and Clients. Must know and comply with the DE Standard and approved local Appendices. Follow the drilling engineering "Rules to live by". Comply with standards, internal processes, drilling instructions and operational procedures during the job planning and execution phases. Establish and maintain constant communication with in-line management. Ensure the QA/QC process for the creation and management of a drilling events database for risk analysis during the design phase. Perform quality control for the drilling data received from the field in order to produce daily monitoring analyses, collect end of well reports, document lessons learned, and generate KPIs for the optimization process. Under supervision of Weatherford's Drilling Engineer/Senior Drilling Engineer, execute the drilling engineering analysis in the design phase: BHA design, BHA tendency, hydraulics, torque & drag, and BHA vibration modelling. Generate the Weatherford Drilling Engineering standard technical design report for the assigned jobs. Attend pre-planning and daily meetings with the RTOC team, Weatherford office support, and customers (when required). Support Drilling Services technical sales when required. Participate in Drilling Services Service Delivery & QHSSE initiatives. Partake in Drilling Engineering audits and provide active support to complete audit's corrective actions. Handle with fluency the regular Drilling Engineering and Directional Drilling technical language in order to support DE/ Senior DE/ DE Manager and DD FOM if necessary. Know and understand Weatherford Quality Policy; comply with all requirements of the Quality Systems Manual, Operating and Technical Procedures, and Work Instructions. Be available for after-hours support to on-going operations as needed. Comply with all safety rules and company policies of Weatherford. Carry out work assignments with the highest level of service delivery. Perform various other duties and activities as assigned by supervisor within the physical constraints of the job. Qualifications Experience and Education Required: Relevant Bachelor / Masters degree Extensive relevant experience can compensate for lack of formal education 8+ years of experience in Completion, preferably in advanced well and/or downhole monitoring Preferred: Technology development and commerciallisation experience Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Wide completion and advance well technical knowledge Well versed in Microsoft Office, Word, Excell, Power Point, Visio etc. Well completion understanding Preferred: Detailed Procactive Dedicated
Come and play your part in shaping the future of London. You will work as part of the brilliant team of planning professionals who lead on the London Plan, (the Mayor's Spatial Development Strategy), which sets the policies for development across the capital. From leading conversations and engagement with stakeholders and communities, to producing data-driven evidence, and using your judgment and knowledge to advise the Senior Team and Deputy Mayor on planning matters and the formulation of policy. No two days will be the same. You'll be part of a friendly team with a to-do list that includes building on previous successes to: plan for London's future employment land and jobs protect London's industrial land deliver the infrastructure necessary to support growth plan for the spatial growth pattern of London address inequality through policies that contribute positively to inclusion and accessibility understand the views of stakeholders and Londoners to inform the next iteration of the London Plan widen participation in the planning system. You'll be a skilled communicator, either working towards a role in planning or with a successful track record of policy development and plan-making. You'll have excellent knowledge of the range of planning issues facing the capital. Able to demonstrate your political awareness, you'll bring your enthusiasm to work with you in a role where you can benefit from professional development opportunities and on-the-job learning, as well as wider development opportunities, such as through participation in and leadership of our staff networks, and involvement in work to promote the equalities, diversity and inclusion agenda. This helps to make the GLA a great place to work, and a place that reflects the communities we serve. You'll enjoy working collaboratively on the key issues affecting development in London and will work across the GLA and with Transport for London and Mayoral bodies. Experience of working in planning policy at a London borough will be particularly welcome. We're positive about flexible and hybrid working, with regular attendance at our office at Union Street, SE1 (Mondays) with an expectation that staff may need to attend in person up to 1 or 2 additional days per week, (site visits or attendance at other external meetings count towards this). We are a diverse organisation and particularly welcome applications from minority groups including black and minority ethnic staff and the LGBTQ community. Principal accountabilities Assist with - (i) spatial strategies: development, monitoring and review of the Mayor's strategies, especially the spatial and economic development, housing and transport strategies; - (ii) conformity monitoring and advice on borough development plan documents, local plans and associated local plan-making statutory and supplementary planning documents; Briefings and reports for the Mayor, Assembly and other organisations on planning and spatial development issues. Assist in the design, management and completion of relevant policy development projects and research. Assist in providing advice on planning briefs, development proposals and the plans and strategies of other agencies especially Local Development Documents and the development plans of adjacent authorities Contribute to coordination, liaison and engagement processes necessary to address spatial development and planning issues. Assist in the preparation of responses on behalf of the GLA to complex issues raised by the public and diverse agencies. Work with GLA group staff and external organisations including boroughs, partnerships, consultancies, academic and voluntary agencies to address the Mayor's planning and spatial development concerns. Assist in the representation of the Mayor's planning and development policies, concerns and objectives to examinations in public (including those into Local Development Documents), commissions and public inquiries. Realise the benefits of London's diversity by promoting and enabling equality of opportunities and promoting the diverse needs and aspirations of London's communities. Realise the benefits of a flexible approach to work and participate in multi-disciplinary, cross-department and cross-organisational groups and project teams Person Specification Technical requirements/ experience/ qualifications Grade 6: Substantial progress towards either a degree in planning or equivalent or post graduate qualification with eligibility for Royal Town Planning Institute membership. Knowledge and understanding of national, regional and London strategic planning and development issues, legal processes, policy trends, and broad knowledge and understanding of local planning issues and processes and a knowledge of urban design and place making. Evidence of an ability to investigate, analyse and present policy and urban design solutions for planning issues. Excellent communication skills; and evidence of ability to prepare clear and concise reports, presentations and briefings, including an ability to illustrate ideas through mapping and graphics presentations. Grade 7: Qualification in planning or related field with at least 1 year's post-qualification professional experience. Knowledge and broad understanding of national, regional and London strategic planning, policy and development issues and trends. Broad understanding and experience in either: strategy or policy production, local plan-making and supplementary planning documents, projects and development frameworks, development management and strategic planning application assessments. General understanding and experience of infrastructure planning, delivery and funding mechanisms, including S.106 agreements and community infrastructure levy (CIL). Behavioural competencies Communicating and influencing is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate, and engage with us. Level 2 indicators of effective performance Communicates openly and inclusively with internal and external stakeholders Clearly articulates the key points of an argument, both in verbal and written communication Persuades others, using evidence based knowledge, modifying approach to deliver message effectively Challenges the views of others in an open and constructive way Presents a credible and positive image both internally and externally Strategic thinking is using an understanding of the bigger picture to uncover potential challenges and opportunities for the long term and turning these into a compelling vision for action. Level 1 indicators of effective performance Understands how own and team's work contributes to the delivery of the GLA's objectives Uses understanding of different parts of the organisation to accomplish goals and objectives Understands what specific actions need to be taken to contribute to organisational objectives Shows consideration for wider organisational implications of personal work Planning and organising is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard. Level 1 indictors of effectiveness Plans and prioritises own workload to meet agreed deadlines Advises colleagues or manager early of obstacles to work delivery Perseveres and follows work through to completion Checks for errors to ensure work is delivered to a high standard first time Effectively juggles priorities. Problem solving is analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable and timely solutions Level 2 indictors of effectiveness: Processes and distils a variety of information to understand a problem fully Proposes options for solutions to presented problems Builds on the ideas of others to encourage creative problem solving Thinks laterally about own work, considering different ways to approach problems Seeks the opinions and experiences of others to understand different approaches to problem solving Research and analysis is gathering intelligence (information, opinion and data) from varied sources, making sense of it, testing its validity and drawing conclusions that can lead to practical benefits. Level 2 indicators of effectiveness Proactively seeks new information sources to progress research agendas and address gaps in knowledge Grasps limitations of or assumptions behind data sources, disregarding those that lack quality Analyses and integrates qualitative and quantitative data to find new insights Translates research outcomes into concise, meaningful reports Identifies relevant and practical research questions for the future. The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: GLA competency framework . This role is based at London Fire Brigade's Head Office (169 Union Street SE1 0LL) GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office. Application Process & Additional Information . click apply for full job details
May 01, 2024
Full time
Come and play your part in shaping the future of London. You will work as part of the brilliant team of planning professionals who lead on the London Plan, (the Mayor's Spatial Development Strategy), which sets the policies for development across the capital. From leading conversations and engagement with stakeholders and communities, to producing data-driven evidence, and using your judgment and knowledge to advise the Senior Team and Deputy Mayor on planning matters and the formulation of policy. No two days will be the same. You'll be part of a friendly team with a to-do list that includes building on previous successes to: plan for London's future employment land and jobs protect London's industrial land deliver the infrastructure necessary to support growth plan for the spatial growth pattern of London address inequality through policies that contribute positively to inclusion and accessibility understand the views of stakeholders and Londoners to inform the next iteration of the London Plan widen participation in the planning system. You'll be a skilled communicator, either working towards a role in planning or with a successful track record of policy development and plan-making. You'll have excellent knowledge of the range of planning issues facing the capital. Able to demonstrate your political awareness, you'll bring your enthusiasm to work with you in a role where you can benefit from professional development opportunities and on-the-job learning, as well as wider development opportunities, such as through participation in and leadership of our staff networks, and involvement in work to promote the equalities, diversity and inclusion agenda. This helps to make the GLA a great place to work, and a place that reflects the communities we serve. You'll enjoy working collaboratively on the key issues affecting development in London and will work across the GLA and with Transport for London and Mayoral bodies. Experience of working in planning policy at a London borough will be particularly welcome. We're positive about flexible and hybrid working, with regular attendance at our office at Union Street, SE1 (Mondays) with an expectation that staff may need to attend in person up to 1 or 2 additional days per week, (site visits or attendance at other external meetings count towards this). We are a diverse organisation and particularly welcome applications from minority groups including black and minority ethnic staff and the LGBTQ community. Principal accountabilities Assist with - (i) spatial strategies: development, monitoring and review of the Mayor's strategies, especially the spatial and economic development, housing and transport strategies; - (ii) conformity monitoring and advice on borough development plan documents, local plans and associated local plan-making statutory and supplementary planning documents; Briefings and reports for the Mayor, Assembly and other organisations on planning and spatial development issues. Assist in the design, management and completion of relevant policy development projects and research. Assist in providing advice on planning briefs, development proposals and the plans and strategies of other agencies especially Local Development Documents and the development plans of adjacent authorities Contribute to coordination, liaison and engagement processes necessary to address spatial development and planning issues. Assist in the preparation of responses on behalf of the GLA to complex issues raised by the public and diverse agencies. Work with GLA group staff and external organisations including boroughs, partnerships, consultancies, academic and voluntary agencies to address the Mayor's planning and spatial development concerns. Assist in the representation of the Mayor's planning and development policies, concerns and objectives to examinations in public (including those into Local Development Documents), commissions and public inquiries. Realise the benefits of London's diversity by promoting and enabling equality of opportunities and promoting the diverse needs and aspirations of London's communities. Realise the benefits of a flexible approach to work and participate in multi-disciplinary, cross-department and cross-organisational groups and project teams Person Specification Technical requirements/ experience/ qualifications Grade 6: Substantial progress towards either a degree in planning or equivalent or post graduate qualification with eligibility for Royal Town Planning Institute membership. Knowledge and understanding of national, regional and London strategic planning and development issues, legal processes, policy trends, and broad knowledge and understanding of local planning issues and processes and a knowledge of urban design and place making. Evidence of an ability to investigate, analyse and present policy and urban design solutions for planning issues. Excellent communication skills; and evidence of ability to prepare clear and concise reports, presentations and briefings, including an ability to illustrate ideas through mapping and graphics presentations. Grade 7: Qualification in planning or related field with at least 1 year's post-qualification professional experience. Knowledge and broad understanding of national, regional and London strategic planning, policy and development issues and trends. Broad understanding and experience in either: strategy or policy production, local plan-making and supplementary planning documents, projects and development frameworks, development management and strategic planning application assessments. General understanding and experience of infrastructure planning, delivery and funding mechanisms, including S.106 agreements and community infrastructure levy (CIL). Behavioural competencies Communicating and influencing is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate, and engage with us. Level 2 indicators of effective performance Communicates openly and inclusively with internal and external stakeholders Clearly articulates the key points of an argument, both in verbal and written communication Persuades others, using evidence based knowledge, modifying approach to deliver message effectively Challenges the views of others in an open and constructive way Presents a credible and positive image both internally and externally Strategic thinking is using an understanding of the bigger picture to uncover potential challenges and opportunities for the long term and turning these into a compelling vision for action. Level 1 indicators of effective performance Understands how own and team's work contributes to the delivery of the GLA's objectives Uses understanding of different parts of the organisation to accomplish goals and objectives Understands what specific actions need to be taken to contribute to organisational objectives Shows consideration for wider organisational implications of personal work Planning and organising is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard. Level 1 indictors of effectiveness Plans and prioritises own workload to meet agreed deadlines Advises colleagues or manager early of obstacles to work delivery Perseveres and follows work through to completion Checks for errors to ensure work is delivered to a high standard first time Effectively juggles priorities. Problem solving is analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable and timely solutions Level 2 indictors of effectiveness: Processes and distils a variety of information to understand a problem fully Proposes options for solutions to presented problems Builds on the ideas of others to encourage creative problem solving Thinks laterally about own work, considering different ways to approach problems Seeks the opinions and experiences of others to understand different approaches to problem solving Research and analysis is gathering intelligence (information, opinion and data) from varied sources, making sense of it, testing its validity and drawing conclusions that can lead to practical benefits. Level 2 indicators of effectiveness Proactively seeks new information sources to progress research agendas and address gaps in knowledge Grasps limitations of or assumptions behind data sources, disregarding those that lack quality Analyses and integrates qualitative and quantitative data to find new insights Translates research outcomes into concise, meaningful reports Identifies relevant and practical research questions for the future. The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: GLA competency framework . This role is based at London Fire Brigade's Head Office (169 Union Street SE1 0LL) GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office. Application Process & Additional Information . click apply for full job details
SENIOR IFA ADMINISTRATOR LOCATION WIGAN SALAYUP TO 32,000 One of our well established clients, a Chartered Wealth Management firm in Wigan are keen to take onboard a Senior Administrator to add to their team. You will be providing full back-office support to both advisors and paraplanners to ensure client service is delivered to the excellent standard expected by the firm. What you'll be doing: " Answer the telephone and ensure incoming calls are directed to the appropriate person in an efficient manner " Sort and allocate the post when necessary " Meet and greet visitors when necessary" Prepare client valuations and ensure back office system is updated (Intelligent Office) " Prepare review packs when necessary " Fully utilise back office system and ensure it is kept up to date with accurate information " Process new business and follow up until policy issue " Scan and file documents using the document management system (Papercloud) " Process client withdrawals and Bed & ISA transfers " Disinvest to ensure adviser charges are paid when necessary " Complete fund switches on client portfolio's What you'd have: " Excellent interpersonal skills both written and verbal " Accurate with good attention to detail " Excellent time management " Excellent IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office products " Detailed knowledge of the FCA's rules and requirements " Broad knowledge of the financial services sector " At least 5 years within an IFA environment Please apply if you feel you meet the requires skillset to have a chat with one of out consultants. Ref: NJR 14765
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
SENIOR IFA ADMINISTRATOR LOCATION WIGAN SALAYUP TO 32,000 One of our well established clients, a Chartered Wealth Management firm in Wigan are keen to take onboard a Senior Administrator to add to their team. You will be providing full back-office support to both advisors and paraplanners to ensure client service is delivered to the excellent standard expected by the firm. What you'll be doing: " Answer the telephone and ensure incoming calls are directed to the appropriate person in an efficient manner " Sort and allocate the post when necessary " Meet and greet visitors when necessary" Prepare client valuations and ensure back office system is updated (Intelligent Office) " Prepare review packs when necessary " Fully utilise back office system and ensure it is kept up to date with accurate information " Process new business and follow up until policy issue " Scan and file documents using the document management system (Papercloud) " Process client withdrawals and Bed & ISA transfers " Disinvest to ensure adviser charges are paid when necessary " Complete fund switches on client portfolio's What you'd have: " Excellent interpersonal skills both written and verbal " Accurate with good attention to detail " Excellent time management " Excellent IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office products " Detailed knowledge of the FCA's rules and requirements " Broad knowledge of the financial services sector " At least 5 years within an IFA environment Please apply if you feel you meet the requires skillset to have a chat with one of out consultants. Ref: NJR 14765
One of our well established clients, a Chartered Wealth Management firm in Wigan are keen to take onboard a Senior Administrator to add to their team. You will be providing full back-office support to both advisors and paraplanners to ensure client service is delivered to the excellent standard expected by the firm. What you'll be doing: Answer the telephone and ensure incoming calls are directed to the appropriate person in an efficient manner Sort and allocate the post when necessary Meet and greet visitors when necessary Prepare client valuations and ensure back office system is updated (Intelligent Office) Prepare review packs when necessary Fully utilise back office system and ensure it is kept up to date with accurate information Process new business and follow up until policy issue Scan and file documents using the document management system (Papercloud) Process client withdrawals and Bed & ISA transfers Disinvest to ensure adviser charges are paid when necessary Complete fund switches on client portfolio's What you'd have: Excellent interpersonal skills both written and verbal Accurate with good attention to detail Excellent time management Excellent IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office products Detailed knowledge of the FCA's rules and requirements Broad knowledge of the financial services sector At least 5 years within an IFA environment Please apply if you feel you meet the requires skillset to have a chat with one of our consultants.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
One of our well established clients, a Chartered Wealth Management firm in Wigan are keen to take onboard a Senior Administrator to add to their team. You will be providing full back-office support to both advisors and paraplanners to ensure client service is delivered to the excellent standard expected by the firm. What you'll be doing: Answer the telephone and ensure incoming calls are directed to the appropriate person in an efficient manner Sort and allocate the post when necessary Meet and greet visitors when necessary Prepare client valuations and ensure back office system is updated (Intelligent Office) Prepare review packs when necessary Fully utilise back office system and ensure it is kept up to date with accurate information Process new business and follow up until policy issue Scan and file documents using the document management system (Papercloud) Process client withdrawals and Bed & ISA transfers Disinvest to ensure adviser charges are paid when necessary Complete fund switches on client portfolio's What you'd have: Excellent interpersonal skills both written and verbal Accurate with good attention to detail Excellent time management Excellent IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office products Detailed knowledge of the FCA's rules and requirements Broad knowledge of the financial services sector At least 5 years within an IFA environment Please apply if you feel you meet the requires skillset to have a chat with one of our consultants.
Senior IFA Administrator Birmingham Area Salary up to 30,000 Free Parking, annual bonus AND study support NJR are currently working alongside a well-established independent firm of Financial Planners who have experienced year on year growth, and as a result of their continued expansion plans they now have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and talented IFA Administrator. Our client is extremely dynamic and provides an environment for career motivated people to thrive. You will be provided with a highly competitive basic salary, and market leading benefits along with a structured career path. The role will involve providing direct Administrative support to the Company Director. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual who is looking for a 'Career' within the exciting and buoyant Wealth Management industry. Daily duties will consist of; New Client input into Client Database Creating New client packs Check Fact Find fully completed Input Fact Find details into Client Database Prepare & send off authority letters and send to client for signature Input policy details of existing plans once received from providers Add Activity entries/workflows Check all Anti Money Laundering information is current and relevant checks have taken place Check Fact Find/Client Agreement/Letter Of Engagement is signed and dated Obtain illustrations, application forms, Key Feature Documents and other relevant supporting documentation New Business Submission Submit new business to provider or submit applications on line Enter details of case into Client Database Track new business and current position, updating Planner/Para planner accordingly Ensure all new business has been checked and been signed off (if required) Prepare for Client Review Update cashflow models in preparation for review meetings The successful candidate will need to have previous experience working within a financial Services environment. You will have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook as well as solid communication and articulation skills. Our client is looking for someone with a can-do attitude, who is self-motivated, efficient and hardworking and has the ability to work within a faced paced busy, professional and growing firm. Please quote REF:NJR14168
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Senior IFA Administrator Birmingham Area Salary up to 30,000 Free Parking, annual bonus AND study support NJR are currently working alongside a well-established independent firm of Financial Planners who have experienced year on year growth, and as a result of their continued expansion plans they now have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and talented IFA Administrator. Our client is extremely dynamic and provides an environment for career motivated people to thrive. You will be provided with a highly competitive basic salary, and market leading benefits along with a structured career path. The role will involve providing direct Administrative support to the Company Director. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual who is looking for a 'Career' within the exciting and buoyant Wealth Management industry. Daily duties will consist of; New Client input into Client Database Creating New client packs Check Fact Find fully completed Input Fact Find details into Client Database Prepare & send off authority letters and send to client for signature Input policy details of existing plans once received from providers Add Activity entries/workflows Check all Anti Money Laundering information is current and relevant checks have taken place Check Fact Find/Client Agreement/Letter Of Engagement is signed and dated Obtain illustrations, application forms, Key Feature Documents and other relevant supporting documentation New Business Submission Submit new business to provider or submit applications on line Enter details of case into Client Database Track new business and current position, updating Planner/Para planner accordingly Ensure all new business has been checked and been signed off (if required) Prepare for Client Review Update cashflow models in preparation for review meetings The successful candidate will need to have previous experience working within a financial Services environment. You will have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook as well as solid communication and articulation skills. Our client is looking for someone with a can-do attitude, who is self-motivated, efficient and hardworking and has the ability to work within a faced paced busy, professional and growing firm. Please quote REF:NJR14168
Reed Financial Services are pleased to be representing a firm with services ranging across Wealth Management, Estate Planning, Divorce and Retirement Planning, among others. They seek to add an Administrative Support to their growing team on a Hybrid working arrangement with 2 days of work from home and a salary up to £27k per annum. Key Responsibilities:To provide administration support to the Wealth Client Executive(s) and Financial Planner(s) in the delivery of service to our clients, including but not limited to:• Assist with preparation of existing client annual review meeting packs including production of Portfolio Reports.• Work with centralised Administration team for processing new client and annual review post meeting packs.• Chase and collate Letter of Authority plan information, liaising with all parties to ensure sufficient information available for case assessment following agreed procedures.• Package and dispatch financial planning reports for the Financial Planners and their clients.• Process and submit new business applications and client instruction requests, tracking all transactions through to accurate and timely completion in line with agreed SLAs.• Keeping the Client and Wealth Client Executive regularly updated on the progress of outstanding transactions and managing any technical queries.• Produce and issue client fee invoices.• Participate in teams Weekly Planning Meetings focussing on the end-to-end client journey.• Maintaining data on our back office in line with the company processes, ensuring that we have accurate client records and data.• Liaise with product providers to progress all submissions including, but not limited to, client transfers and obtain fees information• Ensure all data is captured and entered accurately onto the back office.• Regularly check data, fill gaps and amends errors where necessary.• Ensure all policy/platform account records are checked and updated upon receipt of product provider correspondence.• Work as part of the team to develop processes, create new guidance documents and provide feedback through testing new ways of working. Requirements:• Experience of working with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, or similar tools.• Excellent organisational skills, flexible and proactive approach to getting the job done.• Strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal communication.• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail. Recommended:• Experience of working with Investment Wrap Platforms• Experience of using Intelligent Office back-office system• Experience of working in a small to medium sized financial services environment Benefits:Holiday - 25 working days in addition to the normal Bank and Public Holidays. In addition, 1 extra day's holiday for each year of service up to 28 days.Holiday Buy and Sell - All employees can buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year.Company Funded Group Life Assurance - 4 x Salary at date of death.Company Funded Group Pension Scheme - 3% employee contribution and 5% company contributionCompany Funded Private Medical Insurance - Bupa - Single Level Cover with option to add dependents and/or family members.Funded Training - They will cover the cost of exams and learning materials.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Reed Financial Services are pleased to be representing a firm with services ranging across Wealth Management, Estate Planning, Divorce and Retirement Planning, among others. They seek to add an Administrative Support to their growing team on a Hybrid working arrangement with 2 days of work from home and a salary up to £27k per annum. Key Responsibilities:To provide administration support to the Wealth Client Executive(s) and Financial Planner(s) in the delivery of service to our clients, including but not limited to:• Assist with preparation of existing client annual review meeting packs including production of Portfolio Reports.• Work with centralised Administration team for processing new client and annual review post meeting packs.• Chase and collate Letter of Authority plan information, liaising with all parties to ensure sufficient information available for case assessment following agreed procedures.• Package and dispatch financial planning reports for the Financial Planners and their clients.• Process and submit new business applications and client instruction requests, tracking all transactions through to accurate and timely completion in line with agreed SLAs.• Keeping the Client and Wealth Client Executive regularly updated on the progress of outstanding transactions and managing any technical queries.• Produce and issue client fee invoices.• Participate in teams Weekly Planning Meetings focussing on the end-to-end client journey.• Maintaining data on our back office in line with the company processes, ensuring that we have accurate client records and data.• Liaise with product providers to progress all submissions including, but not limited to, client transfers and obtain fees information• Ensure all data is captured and entered accurately onto the back office.• Regularly check data, fill gaps and amends errors where necessary.• Ensure all policy/platform account records are checked and updated upon receipt of product provider correspondence.• Work as part of the team to develop processes, create new guidance documents and provide feedback through testing new ways of working. Requirements:• Experience of working with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, or similar tools.• Excellent organisational skills, flexible and proactive approach to getting the job done.• Strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal communication.• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail. Recommended:• Experience of working with Investment Wrap Platforms• Experience of using Intelligent Office back-office system• Experience of working in a small to medium sized financial services environment Benefits:Holiday - 25 working days in addition to the normal Bank and Public Holidays. In addition, 1 extra day's holiday for each year of service up to 28 days.Holiday Buy and Sell - All employees can buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year.Company Funded Group Life Assurance - 4 x Salary at date of death.Company Funded Group Pension Scheme - 3% employee contribution and 5% company contributionCompany Funded Private Medical Insurance - Bupa - Single Level Cover with option to add dependents and/or family members.Funded Training - They will cover the cost of exams and learning materials.
Reed Financial Services are pleased to be representing a firm with services ranging across Wealth Management, Estate Planning, Divorce and Retirement Planning, among others. They seek to add an Administrative Support to their growing team on a Hybrid working arrangement with 2 days of work from home and a salary up to £27k per annum. Key Responsibilities:To provide administration support to the Wealth Client Executive(s) and Financial Planner(s) in the delivery of service to our clients, including but not limited to:• Assist with preparation of existing client annual review meeting packs including production of Portfolio Reports.• Work with centralised Administration team for processing new client and annual review post meeting packs.• Chase and collate Letter of Authority plan information, liaising with all parties to ensure sufficient information available for case assessment following agreed procedures.• Package and dispatch financial planning reports for the Financial Planners and their clients.• Process and submit new business applications and client instruction requests, tracking all transactions through to accurate and timely completion in line with agreed SLAs.• Keeping the Client and Wealth Client Executive regularly updated on the progress of outstanding transactions and managing any technical queries.• Produce and issue client fee invoices.• Participate in teams Weekly Planning Meetings focussing on the end-to-end client journey.• Maintaining data on our back office in line with the company processes, ensuring that we have accurate client records and data.• Liaise with product providers to progress all submissions including, but not limited to, client transfers and obtain fees information• Ensure all data is captured and entered accurately onto the back office.• Regularly check data, fill gaps and amends errors where necessary.• Ensure all policy/platform account records are checked and updated upon receipt of product provider correspondence.• Work as part of the team to develop processes, create new guidance documents and provide feedback through testing new ways of working. Requirements:• Experience of working with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, or similar tools.• Excellent organisational skills, flexible and proactive approach to getting the job done.• Strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal communication.• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail. Recommended:• Experience of working with Investment Wrap Platforms• Experience of using Intelligent Office back-office system• Experience of working in a small to medium sized financial services environment Benefits:Holiday - 25 working days in addition to the normal Bank and Public Holidays. In addition, 1 extra day's holiday for each year of service up to 28 days.Holiday Buy and Sell - All employees can buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year.Company Funded Group Life Assurance - 4 x Salary at date of death.Company Funded Group Pension Scheme - 3% employee contribution and 5% company contributionCompany Funded Private Medical Insurance - Bupa - Single Level Cover with option to add dependents and/or family members.Funded Training - They will cover the cost of exams and learning materials.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Reed Financial Services are pleased to be representing a firm with services ranging across Wealth Management, Estate Planning, Divorce and Retirement Planning, among others. They seek to add an Administrative Support to their growing team on a Hybrid working arrangement with 2 days of work from home and a salary up to £27k per annum. Key Responsibilities:To provide administration support to the Wealth Client Executive(s) and Financial Planner(s) in the delivery of service to our clients, including but not limited to:• Assist with preparation of existing client annual review meeting packs including production of Portfolio Reports.• Work with centralised Administration team for processing new client and annual review post meeting packs.• Chase and collate Letter of Authority plan information, liaising with all parties to ensure sufficient information available for case assessment following agreed procedures.• Package and dispatch financial planning reports for the Financial Planners and their clients.• Process and submit new business applications and client instruction requests, tracking all transactions through to accurate and timely completion in line with agreed SLAs.• Keeping the Client and Wealth Client Executive regularly updated on the progress of outstanding transactions and managing any technical queries.• Produce and issue client fee invoices.• Participate in teams Weekly Planning Meetings focussing on the end-to-end client journey.• Maintaining data on our back office in line with the company processes, ensuring that we have accurate client records and data.• Liaise with product providers to progress all submissions including, but not limited to, client transfers and obtain fees information• Ensure all data is captured and entered accurately onto the back office.• Regularly check data, fill gaps and amends errors where necessary.• Ensure all policy/platform account records are checked and updated upon receipt of product provider correspondence.• Work as part of the team to develop processes, create new guidance documents and provide feedback through testing new ways of working. Requirements:• Experience of working with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, or similar tools.• Excellent organisational skills, flexible and proactive approach to getting the job done.• Strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal communication.• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail. Recommended:• Experience of working with Investment Wrap Platforms• Experience of using Intelligent Office back-office system• Experience of working in a small to medium sized financial services environment Benefits:Holiday - 25 working days in addition to the normal Bank and Public Holidays. In addition, 1 extra day's holiday for each year of service up to 28 days.Holiday Buy and Sell - All employees can buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year.Company Funded Group Life Assurance - 4 x Salary at date of death.Company Funded Group Pension Scheme - 3% employee contribution and 5% company contributionCompany Funded Private Medical Insurance - Bupa - Single Level Cover with option to add dependents and/or family members.Funded Training - They will cover the cost of exams and learning materials.
We are currently recruiting for a small Financial Planning practice based in London who are looking to recruit a Senior IFA Administrator to provide technical administrative support to the Paraplanner and Financial Adviser within the firm. The company is based in the City near Liverpool Street station. Key Contributions: Maintaining good relationships with all clients of the business; enhancing the profile of the Company among its clients and community. Accurate upkeep of the client details to ensure accurate records are maintained. Supporting the developing and maintenance of internal processes to help maintain business flow and agreed service standards. Providing technical information to ensure workflows are followed and standards adhered. Conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times, whist adhering to regulatory demands. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Obtaining full policy information Producing client Annual Review Reports Dealing with client queries Assisting with product research Processing applications Upkeep of company database with full and accurate client records Liaising with product providers and other relevant third parties Individual workflow and task delivery Generate FE Performance Reports Supporting the delivery of and achievement of the client service standards Working alongside the paraplanners and administrators to ensure smooth delivery of work
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
We are currently recruiting for a small Financial Planning practice based in London who are looking to recruit a Senior IFA Administrator to provide technical administrative support to the Paraplanner and Financial Adviser within the firm. The company is based in the City near Liverpool Street station. Key Contributions: Maintaining good relationships with all clients of the business; enhancing the profile of the Company among its clients and community. Accurate upkeep of the client details to ensure accurate records are maintained. Supporting the developing and maintenance of internal processes to help maintain business flow and agreed service standards. Providing technical information to ensure workflows are followed and standards adhered. Conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times, whist adhering to regulatory demands. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Obtaining full policy information Producing client Annual Review Reports Dealing with client queries Assisting with product research Processing applications Upkeep of company database with full and accurate client records Liaising with product providers and other relevant third parties Individual workflow and task delivery Generate FE Performance Reports Supporting the delivery of and achievement of the client service standards Working alongside the paraplanners and administrators to ensure smooth delivery of work
Head of Development Management Salary: £64,473 - £70,834 p.a. with the addition of an MSP of £3000 p.a. Depending on skills and experience Contract: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week The Service The Planning Service sits at the heart of the Economy, Planning & Transport Directorate. The main objective of development management is to work with our partners, customers and communities to create places and buildings that improve social, environmental and economic wellbeing. Development management focuses on working closely with developers, using innovative ideas to maximise development opportunities in the city's interest, to reduce risk and to achieve a deliverable scheme. Through working with our partners in South Hampshire we are the only region to identify a solution to the 'nitrates problem' but this has left us with a legacy of a backlog of applications, exacerbated by the challenges of service delivery during Covid. You will have the opportunity to shape a Development Management service to deliver efficient, sustainable decision making while delivering strategic scale place making developments. Find out more about our specific projects by watching this short video Why come and work in Portsmouth? Portsmouth is a great waterfront city and a vibrant place to live and work. It is an island city with an "inner city" feel, a seaside location packed with attractions and events, and the advantage of fantastic countryside on its doorstep. With a fast-growing university, high-tech industries and a vibrant cultural scene, Portsmouth is a modern city that looks to the future, is proud of its unique heritage as the home of the Royal Navy and historic dockyard. With fast road and rail links to London, Brighton and major airports, and ferry links to Europe, it is the perfect place to live and work. Testimonials Ian Maguire Assistant Director of Planning and Economic Growth Running the Cities Economic Development and Planning services gives me the opportunity to support those links between forward planning and delivering growth and improved places on the ground. Working in a Unitary Authority we have the advantage of close collaboration with property, transport, public health and cultural colleagues to maximise the opportunities from new development. Portsmouth is a city that combines advance manufacturing, modern living, innovative culture and prevalent heritage; all contained mostly in an island of around 40 square kilometres. We are surrounded by valued and protected habitats and wildlife and the challenges of balancing all of these interests means it is an exciting and rewarding place to work. Portsmouth has provided some of the more varied and interested work in my planning career and the chance to work with some of the most dedicated and passionate planners. Lucy Howard Head of Planning Policy I started as the new Head of Planning Policy in November 2023 and I am in charge of the new Portsmouth Local Plan. I am relishing the challenge of producing a Local Plan for the UK's only island city and the UK's most densely populated city. Working for the City Council is a real change for me as I was previously Planning Policy Manager for the UK's newest national park, the South Downs and I led on their first ever Local Plan. I used to live in Portsmouth, and it is a place that I am very fond of. The city has a real spirit and there are some truly ambitious projects to get involved with such as the City Centre regeneration and Tipner. I have found both the officers and Members here to be friendly and welcoming. There are of course challenges including the recruitment and retention of senior officers. There is a good senior management team for Planning & Economic Growth and we are all supportive of each other. Your new role The main objective of development management is to create places and buildings that improve social, environmental and economic wellbeing. Development management focuses on working closely with developers to maximise development opportunities in the city's interest, to reduce risk and to achieve a deliverable scheme. You would be responsible for managing the following functions within the Planning & Economic Growth Service: • Development Management • Planning Enforcement • Contaminated Land • Section 106 Contributions and Community Infrastructure Levy You will deliver an efficient and effective customer focussed development management service to deliver sustainable development and growth within Portsmouth. You will also contribute to the sustainable development and long term economic prosperity of Portsmouth and the wider area. What you'll need to succeed You will have a relevant planning degree and/or relevant Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute. You will also have extensive knowledge of planning legislation and extensive experience of working within a development management environment. You will also have clear understanding of the role development management plays in delivering regeneration with experience of working with developers, members and other stakeholders in a development management environment. You will have strong strategic and leadership skills to provide a high quality Development Management service working across multiple areas in a complex environment. You will be committed to team success and work with others to reach a common goal, sharing information, supporting colleagues and searching out expertise and solutions from relevant partners and/or the communities you serve. You will lead by example through your behaviours and professional approach to work; inspiring your colleagues and driving for positive outcomes for the city To find out more about us click the link! Join our planning team - Careers Portal (portsmouth.gov.uk) What you'll get in return We are a disability confident employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible and welcome applications from all areas of society. We really appreciate our employees and fully realise they are essential to our success and look to offer an inclusive, supportive working environment where employees can reach their potential with a healthy work life balance, offering the following rewards: A generous pension scheme which allows you the opportunity to pay in more for that greater return. Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays and the option to purchase additional leave - 27 days annual leave per year rising to 31, plus the opportunity to purchase up to 10 days additional leave per year (pro rata for part time staff). Flexible and hybrid working. Working from home is encouraged, in support of team days in the office subject to service needs. A range of rewards via our reward portal including offering discounts at popular high street retailers Free Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing support Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities including apprenticeships Business travel support and initiatives, including bike loans Relocation support Please check out the link here to view the benefits of working with us! What next We would love to meet you for an informal chat so you can get to know us before deciding to apply. If this is something you would be interested in then please email a copy of your short CV to Ian Maguire, Assistant Director Planning & Economic Growth , email . We will contact you to arrange a time to chat about the exciting plans we have and what you could potentially be involved with. To make sure your application is above the rest, please download the Job Profile HERE to ensure your application matches the requirements of the role. When completing your application please upload a cover letter or personal statement covering the 'Who is the Person' points on the job profile giving examples of your experience and any transferrable skills. We look forward to speaking with you soon.
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
Head of Development Management Salary: £64,473 - £70,834 p.a. with the addition of an MSP of £3000 p.a. Depending on skills and experience Contract: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week The Service The Planning Service sits at the heart of the Economy, Planning & Transport Directorate. The main objective of development management is to work with our partners, customers and communities to create places and buildings that improve social, environmental and economic wellbeing. Development management focuses on working closely with developers, using innovative ideas to maximise development opportunities in the city's interest, to reduce risk and to achieve a deliverable scheme. Through working with our partners in South Hampshire we are the only region to identify a solution to the 'nitrates problem' but this has left us with a legacy of a backlog of applications, exacerbated by the challenges of service delivery during Covid. You will have the opportunity to shape a Development Management service to deliver efficient, sustainable decision making while delivering strategic scale place making developments. Find out more about our specific projects by watching this short video Why come and work in Portsmouth? Portsmouth is a great waterfront city and a vibrant place to live and work. It is an island city with an "inner city" feel, a seaside location packed with attractions and events, and the advantage of fantastic countryside on its doorstep. With a fast-growing university, high-tech industries and a vibrant cultural scene, Portsmouth is a modern city that looks to the future, is proud of its unique heritage as the home of the Royal Navy and historic dockyard. With fast road and rail links to London, Brighton and major airports, and ferry links to Europe, it is the perfect place to live and work. Testimonials Ian Maguire Assistant Director of Planning and Economic Growth Running the Cities Economic Development and Planning services gives me the opportunity to support those links between forward planning and delivering growth and improved places on the ground. Working in a Unitary Authority we have the advantage of close collaboration with property, transport, public health and cultural colleagues to maximise the opportunities from new development. Portsmouth is a city that combines advance manufacturing, modern living, innovative culture and prevalent heritage; all contained mostly in an island of around 40 square kilometres. We are surrounded by valued and protected habitats and wildlife and the challenges of balancing all of these interests means it is an exciting and rewarding place to work. Portsmouth has provided some of the more varied and interested work in my planning career and the chance to work with some of the most dedicated and passionate planners. Lucy Howard Head of Planning Policy I started as the new Head of Planning Policy in November 2023 and I am in charge of the new Portsmouth Local Plan. I am relishing the challenge of producing a Local Plan for the UK's only island city and the UK's most densely populated city. Working for the City Council is a real change for me as I was previously Planning Policy Manager for the UK's newest national park, the South Downs and I led on their first ever Local Plan. I used to live in Portsmouth, and it is a place that I am very fond of. The city has a real spirit and there are some truly ambitious projects to get involved with such as the City Centre regeneration and Tipner. I have found both the officers and Members here to be friendly and welcoming. There are of course challenges including the recruitment and retention of senior officers. There is a good senior management team for Planning & Economic Growth and we are all supportive of each other. Your new role The main objective of development management is to create places and buildings that improve social, environmental and economic wellbeing. Development management focuses on working closely with developers to maximise development opportunities in the city's interest, to reduce risk and to achieve a deliverable scheme. You would be responsible for managing the following functions within the Planning & Economic Growth Service: • Development Management • Planning Enforcement • Contaminated Land • Section 106 Contributions and Community Infrastructure Levy You will deliver an efficient and effective customer focussed development management service to deliver sustainable development and growth within Portsmouth. You will also contribute to the sustainable development and long term economic prosperity of Portsmouth and the wider area. What you'll need to succeed You will have a relevant planning degree and/or relevant Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute. You will also have extensive knowledge of planning legislation and extensive experience of working within a development management environment. You will also have clear understanding of the role development management plays in delivering regeneration with experience of working with developers, members and other stakeholders in a development management environment. You will have strong strategic and leadership skills to provide a high quality Development Management service working across multiple areas in a complex environment. You will be committed to team success and work with others to reach a common goal, sharing information, supporting colleagues and searching out expertise and solutions from relevant partners and/or the communities you serve. You will lead by example through your behaviours and professional approach to work; inspiring your colleagues and driving for positive outcomes for the city To find out more about us click the link! Join our planning team - Careers Portal (portsmouth.gov.uk) What you'll get in return We are a disability confident employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible and welcome applications from all areas of society. We really appreciate our employees and fully realise they are essential to our success and look to offer an inclusive, supportive working environment where employees can reach their potential with a healthy work life balance, offering the following rewards: A generous pension scheme which allows you the opportunity to pay in more for that greater return. Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays and the option to purchase additional leave - 27 days annual leave per year rising to 31, plus the opportunity to purchase up to 10 days additional leave per year (pro rata for part time staff). Flexible and hybrid working. Working from home is encouraged, in support of team days in the office subject to service needs. A range of rewards via our reward portal including offering discounts at popular high street retailers Free Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing support Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities including apprenticeships Business travel support and initiatives, including bike loans Relocation support Please check out the link here to view the benefits of working with us! What next We would love to meet you for an informal chat so you can get to know us before deciding to apply. If this is something you would be interested in then please email a copy of your short CV to Ian Maguire, Assistant Director Planning & Economic Growth , email . We will contact you to arrange a time to chat about the exciting plans we have and what you could potentially be involved with. To make sure your application is above the rest, please download the Job Profile HERE to ensure your application matches the requirements of the role. When completing your application please upload a cover letter or personal statement covering the 'Who is the Person' points on the job profile giving examples of your experience and any transferrable skills. We look forward to speaking with you soon.
Somerset Environmental Records Centre (SERC) is a member of the Association of Local Environmental Records Centres and has close links to the National Biodiversity Network, and the National Federation of Biological Recorders. SERC is hosted by our client, a local wildlife trust who, together with their partner organisations, guide the development of the Records Centre through an?Executive Group. They are looking for an experienced manager to support the strategy and manage the SERC Team whilst positioning SERC as the 'go to' ecological data evidence provider for the county. Somerset Environmental Records Centre Manager Salary: Manager Level 3 £31,321 - £39,761 Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Full time Location: Taunton, Somerset with opportunities for hybrid working Key Responsibilities and Tasks Strategy and Business Development: The SERC Manager will be part of the Operational Management Team supporting the Senior Leadership Team through clear strategy and business development by: Develop and oversee the strategic development, business planning and operational management of SERC. Ensuring SERC is financially sustainable and growing by seeking income generating opportunities to develop SERC business, identifying additional markets and services, and developing and implementing a Business Plan. Positioning SERC as the 'go to' ecological data evidence provider for the county and leading the marketing and communications to drive this forward. Ensuring SERC has capability and resource to achieve commitments through Service Level Agreements, ensuring that SERC is having a positive contribution to planning and policy across the county. Overseeing the development and delivery of the Somerset State of Nature Report, analysing and interpreting data to establish trends and identify where action for nature recovery needs to occur as the process for monitoring delivery of the Local Nature Recovery Strategy for Somerset. Responsibility 1: Data Analysis and Services Manage a robust data collection and interpretation service by: Establishing customer requirements, including researching and monitoring of users' needs. Contributing high quality information and searches to enable effective planning decisions Overseeing the work programmes in data capture, entry, management, analysis, interpretation and dissemination to support evidence driven decision-making. Negotiate SLAs with key existing and new service users Responsibility 2: SERC Team Management Achieve the aims of the Business Plan agreed with SERC Executive Group and Somerset Wildlife Trust through: Managing the SERC team in the setting of objectives, considering succession, priorities and work programmes to ensure high quality, efficient and timely delivery of projects and services to users. Developing and applying Local Records Centre protocols and policies, meeting the requirements of data users and providers, as well as professional codes of conduct and the promotion of national standards, through achieving ALERC accreditation. Keeping abreast of and contributing to political and technical developments in biodiversity data management and make presentations of SERC's work and national policy development to seminars and conferences. Receiving and resolving complaints and representations about SERC services from data users and providers. Setting and managing budgets, risks and issues. Responsibility 3: Develop through Advocacy, Influence and Delivery Be a specialist and nurture strong relationships by: Developing excellent relationships with national and local recording communities and support them to contribute high quality useful data that informs an evidence-led strategy to improve Somerset's natural environment. Coordinating the SERC Executive Group to deliver and monitor an effective strategy for the Records Centre that provides usable data for planners, Service Level Agreement holders and working with our client, in the provision of a conservation strategy for the county. Set data access parameters to secure SERC business model while making data as open access as possible Developing secure funding and commercial income streams, and manage SERC project-based work, meeting the aims of an agreed Business Plan and our client's strategy. Additional benefits of working for our client include: 7% employer pension contribution Life insurance An annual professional institution subscription Flexible and agile working Wellbeing support - EAP, wellbeing champions Diversity networks through RSWT/TWT Paid volunteer days Continuous Professional Development opportunities Minimum 33 days of holiday (25 annual leave + bank holidays) Active staff social events The opportunity to make a real and positive difference to nature, communities and the climate. Closing date: Friday 10 May 2024 Interested? To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position. This charity has an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Plan and is committed to continuing to improve the equality, diversity and inclusion of every aspect of their work; they know they need to engage with everyone to live their values and achieve their goals. They welcome applications from everyone and are happy to discuss any accommodations or arrangements that would make the recruitment process better for you, and the working environment should you be employed. No agencies please.
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Somerset Environmental Records Centre (SERC) is a member of the Association of Local Environmental Records Centres and has close links to the National Biodiversity Network, and the National Federation of Biological Recorders. SERC is hosted by our client, a local wildlife trust who, together with their partner organisations, guide the development of the Records Centre through an?Executive Group. They are looking for an experienced manager to support the strategy and manage the SERC Team whilst positioning SERC as the 'go to' ecological data evidence provider for the county. Somerset Environmental Records Centre Manager Salary: Manager Level 3 £31,321 - £39,761 Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Full time Location: Taunton, Somerset with opportunities for hybrid working Key Responsibilities and Tasks Strategy and Business Development: The SERC Manager will be part of the Operational Management Team supporting the Senior Leadership Team through clear strategy and business development by: Develop and oversee the strategic development, business planning and operational management of SERC. Ensuring SERC is financially sustainable and growing by seeking income generating opportunities to develop SERC business, identifying additional markets and services, and developing and implementing a Business Plan. Positioning SERC as the 'go to' ecological data evidence provider for the county and leading the marketing and communications to drive this forward. Ensuring SERC has capability and resource to achieve commitments through Service Level Agreements, ensuring that SERC is having a positive contribution to planning and policy across the county. Overseeing the development and delivery of the Somerset State of Nature Report, analysing and interpreting data to establish trends and identify where action for nature recovery needs to occur as the process for monitoring delivery of the Local Nature Recovery Strategy for Somerset. Responsibility 1: Data Analysis and Services Manage a robust data collection and interpretation service by: Establishing customer requirements, including researching and monitoring of users' needs. Contributing high quality information and searches to enable effective planning decisions Overseeing the work programmes in data capture, entry, management, analysis, interpretation and dissemination to support evidence driven decision-making. Negotiate SLAs with key existing and new service users Responsibility 2: SERC Team Management Achieve the aims of the Business Plan agreed with SERC Executive Group and Somerset Wildlife Trust through: Managing the SERC team in the setting of objectives, considering succession, priorities and work programmes to ensure high quality, efficient and timely delivery of projects and services to users. Developing and applying Local Records Centre protocols and policies, meeting the requirements of data users and providers, as well as professional codes of conduct and the promotion of national standards, through achieving ALERC accreditation. Keeping abreast of and contributing to political and technical developments in biodiversity data management and make presentations of SERC's work and national policy development to seminars and conferences. Receiving and resolving complaints and representations about SERC services from data users and providers. Setting and managing budgets, risks and issues. Responsibility 3: Develop through Advocacy, Influence and Delivery Be a specialist and nurture strong relationships by: Developing excellent relationships with national and local recording communities and support them to contribute high quality useful data that informs an evidence-led strategy to improve Somerset's natural environment. Coordinating the SERC Executive Group to deliver and monitor an effective strategy for the Records Centre that provides usable data for planners, Service Level Agreement holders and working with our client, in the provision of a conservation strategy for the county. Set data access parameters to secure SERC business model while making data as open access as possible Developing secure funding and commercial income streams, and manage SERC project-based work, meeting the aims of an agreed Business Plan and our client's strategy. Additional benefits of working for our client include: 7% employer pension contribution Life insurance An annual professional institution subscription Flexible and agile working Wellbeing support - EAP, wellbeing champions Diversity networks through RSWT/TWT Paid volunteer days Continuous Professional Development opportunities Minimum 33 days of holiday (25 annual leave + bank holidays) Active staff social events The opportunity to make a real and positive difference to nature, communities and the climate. Closing date: Friday 10 May 2024 Interested? To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position. This charity has an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Plan and is committed to continuing to improve the equality, diversity and inclusion of every aspect of their work; they know they need to engage with everyone to live their values and achieve their goals. They welcome applications from everyone and are happy to discuss any accommodations or arrangements that would make the recruitment process better for you, and the working environment should you be employed. No agencies please.
As an Associate Rail Planner/Economist, you will support the teams leadership into divisional business activities, developments and business alignments including growing our business across the UK such as developing our client portfolio working with a range of new rail markets, focused on planning and economics for emerging rail services and new rail infrastructure. You will also contribute to Mott MacDonald's wider portfolio of UK rail and international projects which includes possibilities around other modes such as metro, light rail, and bus. You will support senior staff contributing to successful project delivery as well as mentoring and developing early career professionals in terms of skills transfer, knowledge sharing of best practice, briefing, checking technical work, and adhering to programme plans. Additionally, you will prepare technical reports and other project outputs. Working in a team environment, your responsibilities will involve the following: Acting as Project Manager or Technical Lead for rail economics and planning for a variety of project types, sizes, and client type, involving responsibility for resourcing, financial management and controls Meeting and liaising with a range of clients, enhancing, and developing our brand and market perceptions in the North West region Identifying new client opportunities and continue growth of the rail planning offer across the North of England Overseeing business development activities such as writing proposals and winning work, for a variety of project types, sizes, and clients. Candidate Specification As a Transport/Rail Planner or Economist, you're an expert in your field around rail economics, planning and demand modelling or forecasting. You have experience in rail economics, rail planning, demand modelling/forecasting, rail operations, leading transport business cases, wider transport economics, transport policy and strategy and have worked in a commercial environment before. You've been successful in business development activities and ideally have won new work through writing bids and tenders in a consultancy environment. Additionally, you're a business focused person and using your previous line management experience, you're interested in helping the team grow our business offering in the North. You will also be able to demonstrate the following: Degree in a related discipline (or equivalent) Membership with a relevant professional organisation (such as IHT, ILT, TPS or ICE) and ideally a chartered professional or TPP Experience of PDFH, GRIP/PACE, TAG, and other industry standard processes Professional communication skills with both clients and colleagues as well as good report writing abilities. Ideally, you will have experience working with local authority clients in the North West and/or Wales. Although not essential, holding a post graduate qualification (MSc or equivalent) in transport planning or transport economics would be beneficial. Additionally, any knowledge or experience in MOIRA/GIS would be advantageous. Job Profile Rail Planning and Economic Appraisal is a core service offered by Mott MacDonald and is an integral part of Mott MacDonald's substantial transportation business. Our transport portfolio includes some of the largest, highest profile projects in the UK and beyond including HS2, Manchester Piccadilly station, Bristol Temple Meads and Crossrail as well as smaller scale infrastructure and development planning projects across the North and wider United Kingdom including Tyne and Wear Metro Studies and the appraisal of wider economic impacts on the Cumbrian Coast Line. We are currently recruiting for an Associate Rail Economics/Planner to join the Surface Transport team based in Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, or Sheffield. The role will be integrated within a range of rail planning and transport planning projects and assist in these projects moving forward. Surface Transport is a growing team, and we're looking to develop Mott MacDonald's rail planning offer in Northern England, the Midlands, Scotland, and Wales, including support for national and international projects. Benefits We can offer: Pension matched up to 7% Competitive annual leave and the option to purchase additional annual leave An annual professional institution subscription Life insurance Enhanced parental leave Annual company performance bonus scheme - Subject to company performance Flexible benefits scheme to suit you, including cycle to work & Interest free season ticket loans etc. Other Information Equality, diversity and inclusion We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can assist. Agile working At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust. More about Mott MacDonald We're a global engineering, management and development consultancy. Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients' businesses, our communities and employee opportunities. A fundamental part of this is respecting each person's differences and striving to meet their needs. Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
As an Associate Rail Planner/Economist, you will support the teams leadership into divisional business activities, developments and business alignments including growing our business across the UK such as developing our client portfolio working with a range of new rail markets, focused on planning and economics for emerging rail services and new rail infrastructure. You will also contribute to Mott MacDonald's wider portfolio of UK rail and international projects which includes possibilities around other modes such as metro, light rail, and bus. You will support senior staff contributing to successful project delivery as well as mentoring and developing early career professionals in terms of skills transfer, knowledge sharing of best practice, briefing, checking technical work, and adhering to programme plans. Additionally, you will prepare technical reports and other project outputs. Working in a team environment, your responsibilities will involve the following: Acting as Project Manager or Technical Lead for rail economics and planning for a variety of project types, sizes, and client type, involving responsibility for resourcing, financial management and controls Meeting and liaising with a range of clients, enhancing, and developing our brand and market perceptions in the North West region Identifying new client opportunities and continue growth of the rail planning offer across the North of England Overseeing business development activities such as writing proposals and winning work, for a variety of project types, sizes, and clients. Candidate Specification As a Transport/Rail Planner or Economist, you're an expert in your field around rail economics, planning and demand modelling or forecasting. You have experience in rail economics, rail planning, demand modelling/forecasting, rail operations, leading transport business cases, wider transport economics, transport policy and strategy and have worked in a commercial environment before. You've been successful in business development activities and ideally have won new work through writing bids and tenders in a consultancy environment. Additionally, you're a business focused person and using your previous line management experience, you're interested in helping the team grow our business offering in the North. You will also be able to demonstrate the following: Degree in a related discipline (or equivalent) Membership with a relevant professional organisation (such as IHT, ILT, TPS or ICE) and ideally a chartered professional or TPP Experience of PDFH, GRIP/PACE, TAG, and other industry standard processes Professional communication skills with both clients and colleagues as well as good report writing abilities. Ideally, you will have experience working with local authority clients in the North West and/or Wales. Although not essential, holding a post graduate qualification (MSc or equivalent) in transport planning or transport economics would be beneficial. Additionally, any knowledge or experience in MOIRA/GIS would be advantageous. Job Profile Rail Planning and Economic Appraisal is a core service offered by Mott MacDonald and is an integral part of Mott MacDonald's substantial transportation business. Our transport portfolio includes some of the largest, highest profile projects in the UK and beyond including HS2, Manchester Piccadilly station, Bristol Temple Meads and Crossrail as well as smaller scale infrastructure and development planning projects across the North and wider United Kingdom including Tyne and Wear Metro Studies and the appraisal of wider economic impacts on the Cumbrian Coast Line. We are currently recruiting for an Associate Rail Economics/Planner to join the Surface Transport team based in Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, or Sheffield. The role will be integrated within a range of rail planning and transport planning projects and assist in these projects moving forward. Surface Transport is a growing team, and we're looking to develop Mott MacDonald's rail planning offer in Northern England, the Midlands, Scotland, and Wales, including support for national and international projects. Benefits We can offer: Pension matched up to 7% Competitive annual leave and the option to purchase additional annual leave An annual professional institution subscription Life insurance Enhanced parental leave Annual company performance bonus scheme - Subject to company performance Flexible benefits scheme to suit you, including cycle to work & Interest free season ticket loans etc. Other Information Equality, diversity and inclusion We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can assist. Agile working At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust. More about Mott MacDonald We're a global engineering, management and development consultancy. Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients' businesses, our communities and employee opportunities. A fundamental part of this is respecting each person's differences and striving to meet their needs. Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence