WHAT YOU'LL DO Our Global Services HR team has an opportunity for an experienced HR business partner to help drive and deliver the people strategy for the Global Services HR/People Functions. The Global HR and People Functions is made up of 650 employees consisting of multiple Global Functions including Talent, Core HR, Talent Acquisition, L&D, Global Centres of Excellence, Digital HR but the role of the Business Partner extends further than this supporting the strategic objectives and delivery of our Worldwide HR/People Function consisting of 2,500 employees, including projects related end-to-end projects. As a strategic business partner to leadership, you will bring deep technical HR expertise that connects all aspects of the people agenda. Reporting to the HR Senior Director for the Global HR/People Function, this highly dynamic and relationship-oriented role has the following primary focuses: Shaping and Implementing the People Strategy: Partnering with senior leadership (predominantly People Leadership Team, Executive & Senior Directors to interpret how the people strategy is most effectively applied, nuancing as appropriate. Leading the execution of the people strategy to ultimately improve the service experience for the function's internal clients, increase efficiency, drive greater agility & speed for future growth, and deliver greater resilience of core business activities. Strategic Partnering: Working closely with functional leaders to develop & implement HR strategies that closely support business objectives, leveraging analytics to drive decision-making. Acting as a thought leader with senior level presence to lead and counsel on individual and team leadership and transformational changes. Advising on Organizational Design and Change: Providing counsel to leaders on the features of an optimal org design to deliver their goals and considerations relating to location, seniority, job design, spans, layers, controls etc. Guiding leadership on how to transition from the current org design to the proposed version in a way that is compliant with the spirit & letter of labour law and BCG policy, including equal opportunity best practice. Inputting to the planning of organizational change plans. Leading Talent Management & Development: Designing and operationalizing innovative programs that drive talent development and deployment. Collaborating with leaders (and their teams) to provide and communicate a framework of effective development opportunities and compelling career path options. Facilitating the performance and talent review cycles and supporting leaders with succession planning, with a focus on how we develop and support our worldwide SBST community. Facilitating Resource Planning: Partnering with leaders to define their annual resource plan within the Global Services growth parameters and location strategy, optimizing levers to increase market penetration and operational efficiency whilst managing risk. Tracking the resource plan execution and managing the associated governance. Additionally, you will: Provide thought partnership and guidance for leaders on organizational design, location decisions, career pathing and capability-building, in line with the people strategy. Take an active role in driving and supporting projects and initiatives relation to the development of our worldwide HR function, e.g. talent development and upskilling and engagement. Oversee the annual performance development, talent management and compensation review cycles, with support from our Delivery teams and Operational CoE. Undertake the interpretation and communication of employee engagement survey outcomes and contribution to the creation of related action plans. Act as a catalyst for change; guiding and influencing organizational design, development and change management solutions. Leads the implementation of organizational change from a people perspective. Use analytics & trend analysis to help shape HR strategies to support business objectives. Develop robust talent management plans to attract, retain, develop and engage talent in critical roles and ensure strong succession plans. Partner with senior leadership to create a culture of positivity and innovation. Stay closely connected with GS recruiting teams to ensure that the functional resource plan is executed efficiently to equip the organization with first-class talent within the parameters. YOU'RE GOOD AT Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills. Effective at building trust & credibility with senior leaders and influencing in high stakes scenarios and driving high impact. Analytical skills with ability to use data to draw insights, form narratives, and to prioritize and influence decisions. Strong Excel skills required. Clear, persuasive communication and story lining skills, including engaging use of presentation and visualization tools. Structured thinking and the intellectual capability to translate ideas into a coherent proposal. Advanced slide-writing skills essential to lay out strategic initiatives in an innovative, compelling and highly polished manner. Consultative & change management skills, with strong conceptual thinking. Clear, concise verbal communication skills, with absolute fluency in English. Excellent presentation skills, both in person and in a virtual setting. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, coupled with skills & drive to progress initiatives with minimal oversight. Ability to handle competing priorities with flexibility, whilst maintaining strategic alignment. Ability to lead projects in a timely manner whilst keeping stakeholders engaged & informed. Excellent coaching and facilitation skills, with experience of leading workshops and presenting to senior leadership. Strong HR technical skills & understanding of contemporary talent management practices. Independently juggles multiple priorities to meet deadlines and resolves complex problems. A positive, pragmatic, and solution-oriented approach, with a high degree of professionalism. Ability to use experience and judgment to make decisions often based on partial information. YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) Experience and background Bachelor's degree in business, Human Resources, Organization Development or other related field is required; professional qualification or advance degree preferred. A strong track record of success driving people strategy in a consensus-driven, intellectually intense, and matrix-structured environment. Experience in a global role and working with colleagues from different parts of the world, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and an ability to develop relationships in a virtual context. Consulting experience in a People & Organization practice or success as a highly strategic HRBP. Strong HR technical skills & understanding of contemporary talent management practices. Keen adopter of new technology. YOU'LL WORK WITH You will report to the Senior HR Director (London) and partner with the HR Senior Manager (Boston) in the HRBP team, but also be part of the broader Global Services HR community collaborating and working closely with your counterparts in the HR Delivery, Operations CoE and Innovation, Change and Transformation teams. Your principal stakeholders will be Executive and Senior Directors, partnering with them to drive performance, deliver an outstanding employee experience for their teams, and to meet the organizational needs of this dynamic and rapidly expanding part of BCG.
May 19, 2024
Full time
WHAT YOU'LL DO Our Global Services HR team has an opportunity for an experienced HR business partner to help drive and deliver the people strategy for the Global Services HR/People Functions. The Global HR and People Functions is made up of 650 employees consisting of multiple Global Functions including Talent, Core HR, Talent Acquisition, L&D, Global Centres of Excellence, Digital HR but the role of the Business Partner extends further than this supporting the strategic objectives and delivery of our Worldwide HR/People Function consisting of 2,500 employees, including projects related end-to-end projects. As a strategic business partner to leadership, you will bring deep technical HR expertise that connects all aspects of the people agenda. Reporting to the HR Senior Director for the Global HR/People Function, this highly dynamic and relationship-oriented role has the following primary focuses: Shaping and Implementing the People Strategy: Partnering with senior leadership (predominantly People Leadership Team, Executive & Senior Directors to interpret how the people strategy is most effectively applied, nuancing as appropriate. Leading the execution of the people strategy to ultimately improve the service experience for the function's internal clients, increase efficiency, drive greater agility & speed for future growth, and deliver greater resilience of core business activities. Strategic Partnering: Working closely with functional leaders to develop & implement HR strategies that closely support business objectives, leveraging analytics to drive decision-making. Acting as a thought leader with senior level presence to lead and counsel on individual and team leadership and transformational changes. Advising on Organizational Design and Change: Providing counsel to leaders on the features of an optimal org design to deliver their goals and considerations relating to location, seniority, job design, spans, layers, controls etc. Guiding leadership on how to transition from the current org design to the proposed version in a way that is compliant with the spirit & letter of labour law and BCG policy, including equal opportunity best practice. Inputting to the planning of organizational change plans. Leading Talent Management & Development: Designing and operationalizing innovative programs that drive talent development and deployment. Collaborating with leaders (and their teams) to provide and communicate a framework of effective development opportunities and compelling career path options. Facilitating the performance and talent review cycles and supporting leaders with succession planning, with a focus on how we develop and support our worldwide SBST community. Facilitating Resource Planning: Partnering with leaders to define their annual resource plan within the Global Services growth parameters and location strategy, optimizing levers to increase market penetration and operational efficiency whilst managing risk. Tracking the resource plan execution and managing the associated governance. Additionally, you will: Provide thought partnership and guidance for leaders on organizational design, location decisions, career pathing and capability-building, in line with the people strategy. Take an active role in driving and supporting projects and initiatives relation to the development of our worldwide HR function, e.g. talent development and upskilling and engagement. Oversee the annual performance development, talent management and compensation review cycles, with support from our Delivery teams and Operational CoE. Undertake the interpretation and communication of employee engagement survey outcomes and contribution to the creation of related action plans. Act as a catalyst for change; guiding and influencing organizational design, development and change management solutions. Leads the implementation of organizational change from a people perspective. Use analytics & trend analysis to help shape HR strategies to support business objectives. Develop robust talent management plans to attract, retain, develop and engage talent in critical roles and ensure strong succession plans. Partner with senior leadership to create a culture of positivity and innovation. Stay closely connected with GS recruiting teams to ensure that the functional resource plan is executed efficiently to equip the organization with first-class talent within the parameters. YOU'RE GOOD AT Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills. Effective at building trust & credibility with senior leaders and influencing in high stakes scenarios and driving high impact. Analytical skills with ability to use data to draw insights, form narratives, and to prioritize and influence decisions. Strong Excel skills required. Clear, persuasive communication and story lining skills, including engaging use of presentation and visualization tools. Structured thinking and the intellectual capability to translate ideas into a coherent proposal. Advanced slide-writing skills essential to lay out strategic initiatives in an innovative, compelling and highly polished manner. Consultative & change management skills, with strong conceptual thinking. Clear, concise verbal communication skills, with absolute fluency in English. Excellent presentation skills, both in person and in a virtual setting. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, coupled with skills & drive to progress initiatives with minimal oversight. Ability to handle competing priorities with flexibility, whilst maintaining strategic alignment. Ability to lead projects in a timely manner whilst keeping stakeholders engaged & informed. Excellent coaching and facilitation skills, with experience of leading workshops and presenting to senior leadership. Strong HR technical skills & understanding of contemporary talent management practices. Independently juggles multiple priorities to meet deadlines and resolves complex problems. A positive, pragmatic, and solution-oriented approach, with a high degree of professionalism. Ability to use experience and judgment to make decisions often based on partial information. YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) Experience and background Bachelor's degree in business, Human Resources, Organization Development or other related field is required; professional qualification or advance degree preferred. A strong track record of success driving people strategy in a consensus-driven, intellectually intense, and matrix-structured environment. Experience in a global role and working with colleagues from different parts of the world, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and an ability to develop relationships in a virtual context. Consulting experience in a People & Organization practice or success as a highly strategic HRBP. Strong HR technical skills & understanding of contemporary talent management practices. Keen adopter of new technology. YOU'LL WORK WITH You will report to the Senior HR Director (London) and partner with the HR Senior Manager (Boston) in the HRBP team, but also be part of the broader Global Services HR community collaborating and working closely with your counterparts in the HR Delivery, Operations CoE and Innovation, Change and Transformation teams. Your principal stakeholders will be Executive and Senior Directors, partnering with them to drive performance, deliver an outstanding employee experience for their teams, and to meet the organizational needs of this dynamic and rapidly expanding part of BCG.
Account Director William Martin Location: Remote with travel to meet with colleagues and clients (including regular meetings in London) Salary: £45,000 per annum with Bonus and Car Allowance Job Type: Full time / Permanent Job Description About Us William Martin, part of the wider Marlowe SRC division, are at the forefront of revolutionising health and safety compliance solutions. With a mission to foster compliance, resilience, and success, we take pride in being the go-to partner for businesses navigating the complexities of regulatory landscapes. Our dedicated team of professionals merges deep industry knowledge with cutting-edge tools, ensuring that our clients receive tailored support to meet and exceed compliance standards. Join us in crafting a future where compliance is more than just a necessity; it's the bedrock of sustainable and flourishing businesses. William Martin Compliance is not just your safety partner but also your pathway to success. About the role The purpose of the job is to be responsible for the delivery of consultancy services to assigned key clients with the support of Technical Account Managers. You will be responsible for overseeing the service deliverables and the technical service specific aspects of individual contracts. Our new Account Director will be a qualified health and safety / fire safety consultant or will possess a sufficient level of relevant technical knowledge and experience and will be responsible for managing our larger property management clients. The Account Director will liaise directly with the clients' Health and Safety team, Facilities Managers and with William Martin Compliance Service Director(s), Team Managers, Technical Managers, Consultants and the Helpdesk team. The role will involve a mixture of business administration, including ensuring services are delivered to the Company's profit targets, drafting up fee proposals, reviewing fees, upselling opportunities and debt management etc., and in accordance with agreed Client Protocols. The Account Director will be at the forefront of our delivery of a high level, responsive quality service to clients and as such, excellent communication skills and a 'can-do' attitude are key. Mental agility and a pro-active approach to problem solving are essential - planning ahead to foresee potential issues and taking personal responsibility for completing tasks. The role is home-based with travel to meet with colleagues and clients (including regular meetings in London). Key Duties: Deal with enquiries from clients and direct client communications. Keep the Client Management Director fully briefed of client specific developments / issues which may arise. Attend client meetings / briefings with the Technical Account Managers or independently, as appropriate. Be proactive and use initiative to develop client accounts through offering additional services to grow the value of accounts year on year. Ensure clients are informed of any high risk / P1 issues arising in accordance with specific client protocols (note that this may be the direct responsibility of the Technical Account Manager). Oversee the QA procedure (in consultation with the Quality, Accreditations and SHE Manager) in terms of ensuring reports are being produced in accordance with SLAs, Client Protocols, WMC standards, as well as legislative requirements and industry standards. Ensure feedback to Consultants via Team Managers / Technical Managers is constructive, balanced and appropriate. Implement and track quality objectives / KPIs. Oversee the adherence to SLAs and co-ordinate with the scheduling team re consultants' visits to ensure SLAs are being met. Oversee the issuing of guidance via client protocols on common issues, new legislation and guidance and client requirements. Assist in the briefing of the Consultant teams on client-specific issues at Consultant meetings. Overseeing the technical responses to H&S / Fire etc. enquiries and meetings around this, any enforcement action, updates to templates, etc. and discussion with clients ahead of such changes. Be fully acquainted with the Meridian risk management system, Report Writer software and the client specific modifications to these systems. Co-ordinate with the Meridian software team to resolve Report Writer issues. Work with the Development Team as appropriate to enhance Meridian or Applications for the client (in strict accordance with WMC new software development protocols). Liaise with the Service Director(s) to ensure consistency across the service disciplines. Oversee the process, together with the Technical Account Managers and Team Managers / Technical Managers, of ensuring Consultants, and particularly new starters, gain knowledge of client accounts. Help to identify Consultant skills / training requirements and to communicate these to the appropriate Team Manager / Technical Manager. Work with Technical Account Manager(s) to produce monthly / annual client reports. Produce and analyse regular and ad-hoc reports of actions raised by Consultants across each client, for example. Identify any significant trends or patterns and identify appropriate recommendations. Monitor progress in closing client-specific Helpdesk tasks, in accordance with client-specific SLAs. Update client specific training materials, as required, to reflect changes in legislation, changes to client policies and procedures etc. Liaise with Training Administrator(s) regarding the planning and scheduling of client training - both online and face-to-face. Assist in the delivery of training to client staff on use of the Meridian system (face-to-face and via Web-Ex) and possibly face-to-face health and safety training (dependant on experience). Managing direct reports (Technical Account Managers). Periodically undertake consultancy services directly, as required. Assist where required to develop WMC internal safety systems and processes. Assist in mobilisation of new client contracts. Monitor and update the company forecast information on a regular basis. Liaise with the Finance Team to ensure client debt is addressed on a regular basis, escalating this to the client where required. Work on annual cost projections and forecasts, reviewing client fees on an annual basis. Provide quotes and fees for complex sites and new mobilisations (i.e. those outside the fee matrix). Oversee and report on client feedback, investigating any negative feedback and addressing corrective actions with the Team Managers / Technical Managers. Where required, co-ordinate and report on annual client feedback surveys. Liaise with external bodies that may complete work on our behalf (tracking their SLAs and escalating any concerns where appropriate). Also, ensuring timely payment to any such external bodies. Produce and communicate agendas and minutes if required. What you will need Essential NEBOSH H&S Diploma or equivalent and a minimum 5 years' experience in advising on H&S / Fire Safety / Asbestos/ Legionella. Ability to work autonomously Willingness to travel (likely to be 60% home based) Ability to work on own initiative and pro-active approach to problem solving Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels, including senior executives, technical teams, and business users. Experience of Microsoft Office, other collaborative working systems is essential, as is a thorough working knowledge of Meridian. Desired Ability to deliver training courses Knowledge of FM / Property Management Environmental Knowledge / Qualification Personal Attributes Strong technical, commercial, organisation and operational skills with attention to detail. Honest, trustworthy, and able to work with integrity. Entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to take an idea and turn it into reality. Customer focused with excellent communication and engagement skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering practical and effective solutions. Ability to make informed decisions under pressure and navigate complex situations. Results orientated with a proven ability to deliver projects on time, within budget, and meeting quality standards. Track record of successfully managing project scope, resources, and risks. Ability to adapt thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Willingness to embrace change and navigate through ambiguity. Why join us? People are at the heart of everything we do. By putting people first, we invest more in developing them alongside creating career growth opportunities and advancement across the division. It is our priority to ensure our employees feel valued and inspired and we commit to supporting you every step of the way. Our clients expect the best from us, and we expect the same from our colleagues. This is why we offer a wide range of fantastic benefits to support you in both your personal and professional life. Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Contributory pension scheme Voluntary private medical Simply health care plan Gym and retail discounts . click apply for full job details
May 17, 2024
Full time
Account Director William Martin Location: Remote with travel to meet with colleagues and clients (including regular meetings in London) Salary: £45,000 per annum with Bonus and Car Allowance Job Type: Full time / Permanent Job Description About Us William Martin, part of the wider Marlowe SRC division, are at the forefront of revolutionising health and safety compliance solutions. With a mission to foster compliance, resilience, and success, we take pride in being the go-to partner for businesses navigating the complexities of regulatory landscapes. Our dedicated team of professionals merges deep industry knowledge with cutting-edge tools, ensuring that our clients receive tailored support to meet and exceed compliance standards. Join us in crafting a future where compliance is more than just a necessity; it's the bedrock of sustainable and flourishing businesses. William Martin Compliance is not just your safety partner but also your pathway to success. About the role The purpose of the job is to be responsible for the delivery of consultancy services to assigned key clients with the support of Technical Account Managers. You will be responsible for overseeing the service deliverables and the technical service specific aspects of individual contracts. Our new Account Director will be a qualified health and safety / fire safety consultant or will possess a sufficient level of relevant technical knowledge and experience and will be responsible for managing our larger property management clients. The Account Director will liaise directly with the clients' Health and Safety team, Facilities Managers and with William Martin Compliance Service Director(s), Team Managers, Technical Managers, Consultants and the Helpdesk team. The role will involve a mixture of business administration, including ensuring services are delivered to the Company's profit targets, drafting up fee proposals, reviewing fees, upselling opportunities and debt management etc., and in accordance with agreed Client Protocols. The Account Director will be at the forefront of our delivery of a high level, responsive quality service to clients and as such, excellent communication skills and a 'can-do' attitude are key. Mental agility and a pro-active approach to problem solving are essential - planning ahead to foresee potential issues and taking personal responsibility for completing tasks. The role is home-based with travel to meet with colleagues and clients (including regular meetings in London). Key Duties: Deal with enquiries from clients and direct client communications. Keep the Client Management Director fully briefed of client specific developments / issues which may arise. Attend client meetings / briefings with the Technical Account Managers or independently, as appropriate. Be proactive and use initiative to develop client accounts through offering additional services to grow the value of accounts year on year. Ensure clients are informed of any high risk / P1 issues arising in accordance with specific client protocols (note that this may be the direct responsibility of the Technical Account Manager). Oversee the QA procedure (in consultation with the Quality, Accreditations and SHE Manager) in terms of ensuring reports are being produced in accordance with SLAs, Client Protocols, WMC standards, as well as legislative requirements and industry standards. Ensure feedback to Consultants via Team Managers / Technical Managers is constructive, balanced and appropriate. Implement and track quality objectives / KPIs. Oversee the adherence to SLAs and co-ordinate with the scheduling team re consultants' visits to ensure SLAs are being met. Oversee the issuing of guidance via client protocols on common issues, new legislation and guidance and client requirements. Assist in the briefing of the Consultant teams on client-specific issues at Consultant meetings. Overseeing the technical responses to H&S / Fire etc. enquiries and meetings around this, any enforcement action, updates to templates, etc. and discussion with clients ahead of such changes. Be fully acquainted with the Meridian risk management system, Report Writer software and the client specific modifications to these systems. Co-ordinate with the Meridian software team to resolve Report Writer issues. Work with the Development Team as appropriate to enhance Meridian or Applications for the client (in strict accordance with WMC new software development protocols). Liaise with the Service Director(s) to ensure consistency across the service disciplines. Oversee the process, together with the Technical Account Managers and Team Managers / Technical Managers, of ensuring Consultants, and particularly new starters, gain knowledge of client accounts. Help to identify Consultant skills / training requirements and to communicate these to the appropriate Team Manager / Technical Manager. Work with Technical Account Manager(s) to produce monthly / annual client reports. Produce and analyse regular and ad-hoc reports of actions raised by Consultants across each client, for example. Identify any significant trends or patterns and identify appropriate recommendations. Monitor progress in closing client-specific Helpdesk tasks, in accordance with client-specific SLAs. Update client specific training materials, as required, to reflect changes in legislation, changes to client policies and procedures etc. Liaise with Training Administrator(s) regarding the planning and scheduling of client training - both online and face-to-face. Assist in the delivery of training to client staff on use of the Meridian system (face-to-face and via Web-Ex) and possibly face-to-face health and safety training (dependant on experience). Managing direct reports (Technical Account Managers). Periodically undertake consultancy services directly, as required. Assist where required to develop WMC internal safety systems and processes. Assist in mobilisation of new client contracts. Monitor and update the company forecast information on a regular basis. Liaise with the Finance Team to ensure client debt is addressed on a regular basis, escalating this to the client where required. Work on annual cost projections and forecasts, reviewing client fees on an annual basis. Provide quotes and fees for complex sites and new mobilisations (i.e. those outside the fee matrix). Oversee and report on client feedback, investigating any negative feedback and addressing corrective actions with the Team Managers / Technical Managers. Where required, co-ordinate and report on annual client feedback surveys. Liaise with external bodies that may complete work on our behalf (tracking their SLAs and escalating any concerns where appropriate). Also, ensuring timely payment to any such external bodies. Produce and communicate agendas and minutes if required. What you will need Essential NEBOSH H&S Diploma or equivalent and a minimum 5 years' experience in advising on H&S / Fire Safety / Asbestos/ Legionella. Ability to work autonomously Willingness to travel (likely to be 60% home based) Ability to work on own initiative and pro-active approach to problem solving Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels, including senior executives, technical teams, and business users. Experience of Microsoft Office, other collaborative working systems is essential, as is a thorough working knowledge of Meridian. Desired Ability to deliver training courses Knowledge of FM / Property Management Environmental Knowledge / Qualification Personal Attributes Strong technical, commercial, organisation and operational skills with attention to detail. Honest, trustworthy, and able to work with integrity. Entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to take an idea and turn it into reality. Customer focused with excellent communication and engagement skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering practical and effective solutions. Ability to make informed decisions under pressure and navigate complex situations. Results orientated with a proven ability to deliver projects on time, within budget, and meeting quality standards. Track record of successfully managing project scope, resources, and risks. Ability to adapt thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Willingness to embrace change and navigate through ambiguity. Why join us? People are at the heart of everything we do. By putting people first, we invest more in developing them alongside creating career growth opportunities and advancement across the division. It is our priority to ensure our employees feel valued and inspired and we commit to supporting you every step of the way. Our clients expect the best from us, and we expect the same from our colleagues. This is why we offer a wide range of fantastic benefits to support you in both your personal and professional life. Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Contributory pension scheme Voluntary private medical Simply health care plan Gym and retail discounts . click apply for full job details
Head of Business Analytics (12m Contract) HeliosX is one of the world's fastest growing HealthTech companies. We're committed to improving the quality, accessibility, and affordability of healthcare for everyone. In 2013, our Founder Dwayne D'Souza recognised the need for prescription healthcare to catch up with other industries by taking advantage of technological innovations - to enable rapid delivery of medications and improved customer convenience. Since our founding, we've been entirely bootstrapped - we achieved product-market fit and profitability without ANY external funding whatsoever. Our mission is to help people across the world get the medications they need, faster. Through our sites and platforms, customers can conveniently access prescription medications and treatments to treat a range of health problems, as well as purchase clinical-grade, personalised skincare. We have dedicated in-house clinical teams authorised to prescribe medications, and we own a pharma business capable of manufacturing many of the medicines and skincare products we provide. We're an in-house, Direct-To-Consumer (D2C) proposition all the way down - and we're passionate about that approach. Our revenue reached a record $76 million USD last year, with unprecedented 32% year-on-year growth. With a 40% year-on-year growth target for 2024, it's an exciting time to be part of the HeliosX journey. Come and help in making access to medication quicker and easier than ever before in human history! The Opportunity The Head of Business Analytics will be responsible for leading HeliosX's data analytics function and promoting value driven decision making across the business. We are seeking a passionate analytics leader to take ownership of our commercial analysis and insights engine, providing actionable recommendations that help us to navigate complex strategic and operational business problems critical to our long term success. Managing a small team of analysts, you will be responsible for the application of data within HeliosX; driving excellence, building best practice, and acting as the principal analytics business partner to stakeholders at all levels within the organisation. HeliosX is looking to take the next step in delivering our growth journey and the Head of Business Analytics will be crucial in helping us get there. This is a 12 month fixed term contract and the role will be full time hours (Mon-Fri). The successful candidates will have a hybrid working arrangement split between our Central London offices (2 days per week) and working from home. Key responsibilities include: Commercial Analysis and Insights Develop and implement with your team data led analyses of the company's revenue performance, customer experience, lifetime customer value, and operational delivery Provide actionable recommendations based on data insights to inform strategic and operational decisions Act as the principal analytics business partner for the Group, working cross functionally with a range of stakeholders up to Senior Leadership to drive value, impact, and best practice Personally deliver analyses and insights as a senior individual contributor, addressing complex and challenging business questions Lead in the identification, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data from a wide array of sources to help refine and prioritise group strategy Work with the FP&A Lead to ensure insights are incorporated into the business plan and that variances can be contextualised Data Visualisation and Reporting Own, curate, and govern the library of reports and dashboards on our data platform to support the weekly rhythm of business delivery and performance management Ensure data-driven insights are presented in a clear and actionable format; lead in the delivery of presentations and reports to a multitude of stakeholders Advise on appropriate internal and external data sources required to deliver impactful insights Work with the Director of Data Engineering to define the Group's data architecture and measurement approach Evaluate and recommend data analytics platforms and tools that align with business needs Stay up to date on the latest analytical tools, methods, and best practices; lead on business intelligence education and data literacy for stakeholders across functional teams Team Management Lead and manage a team of analysts delivering decision support and acting as the first point of contact for business analysis queries Cultivate a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages skill development and growth Effectively manage team performance and organise/manage team capacity to ensure OKRs and deliverables are met to appropriate standards and timelines Oversee the training and continued development of the Business Analytics function and its people, ensuring our capabilities continue to grow and develop in line with business objectives What you'll bring to HeliosX Extensive practical experience in data analytics roles, within an eCommerce/D2C environment Expert understanding of data mining, data transformation, and statistical methods; advanced SQL and Python/R skills Solid background in data governance and reconciliation, with exposure to financial and ecommerce related metrics Fluency with data visualisation tools and an ability to communicate insights effectively through a variety of platforms Strong management experience and a successful track record of building, inspiring, and leading teams of analysts/data scientists Resilience, pragmatism, and the agility to move quickly, make candid observations, and engage with difficult truths in order to deliver solutions Exceptional communication, presentation, and business partnering skills that inspire confidence in stakeholders at all levels Bachelor's or Master's degree in a numerate discipline (Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Physics, etc.) Why work with us? At HeliosX, we want to improve healthcare for everyone, and to do this we need a team of brilliant people who share that ambition. We are currently a diverse team of engineers, scientists, clinical researchers, physicians, pharmacists, marketeers, and customer care specialists committed to our mission - but we need more talented folks to join us, if we want to achieve our global ambitions! Aside from working with our all-star team, here are the other benefits of coming on board: Generous equity allocations with significant upside potential 25 Days Holiday (+ all the usual Bank Holidays) Private health insurance, along with extra dental and eye care cover Enhanced parental leave Cycle-to-work Scheme Electric Car Scheme Free Dermatica and MedExpress products every month, as well as family discounts Home office allowance Access to a Headspace subscription, discounted gym memberships, and a learning and development budget (alongside a free Kindle and audible subscription) Do you possess a legal right to work in the UK? This role is office based in Central London 2 days per week, with the rest of the time spent working from home. Please confirm you are happy with this arrangement?
May 17, 2024
Full time
Head of Business Analytics (12m Contract) HeliosX is one of the world's fastest growing HealthTech companies. We're committed to improving the quality, accessibility, and affordability of healthcare for everyone. In 2013, our Founder Dwayne D'Souza recognised the need for prescription healthcare to catch up with other industries by taking advantage of technological innovations - to enable rapid delivery of medications and improved customer convenience. Since our founding, we've been entirely bootstrapped - we achieved product-market fit and profitability without ANY external funding whatsoever. Our mission is to help people across the world get the medications they need, faster. Through our sites and platforms, customers can conveniently access prescription medications and treatments to treat a range of health problems, as well as purchase clinical-grade, personalised skincare. We have dedicated in-house clinical teams authorised to prescribe medications, and we own a pharma business capable of manufacturing many of the medicines and skincare products we provide. We're an in-house, Direct-To-Consumer (D2C) proposition all the way down - and we're passionate about that approach. Our revenue reached a record $76 million USD last year, with unprecedented 32% year-on-year growth. With a 40% year-on-year growth target for 2024, it's an exciting time to be part of the HeliosX journey. Come and help in making access to medication quicker and easier than ever before in human history! The Opportunity The Head of Business Analytics will be responsible for leading HeliosX's data analytics function and promoting value driven decision making across the business. We are seeking a passionate analytics leader to take ownership of our commercial analysis and insights engine, providing actionable recommendations that help us to navigate complex strategic and operational business problems critical to our long term success. Managing a small team of analysts, you will be responsible for the application of data within HeliosX; driving excellence, building best practice, and acting as the principal analytics business partner to stakeholders at all levels within the organisation. HeliosX is looking to take the next step in delivering our growth journey and the Head of Business Analytics will be crucial in helping us get there. This is a 12 month fixed term contract and the role will be full time hours (Mon-Fri). The successful candidates will have a hybrid working arrangement split between our Central London offices (2 days per week) and working from home. Key responsibilities include: Commercial Analysis and Insights Develop and implement with your team data led analyses of the company's revenue performance, customer experience, lifetime customer value, and operational delivery Provide actionable recommendations based on data insights to inform strategic and operational decisions Act as the principal analytics business partner for the Group, working cross functionally with a range of stakeholders up to Senior Leadership to drive value, impact, and best practice Personally deliver analyses and insights as a senior individual contributor, addressing complex and challenging business questions Lead in the identification, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data from a wide array of sources to help refine and prioritise group strategy Work with the FP&A Lead to ensure insights are incorporated into the business plan and that variances can be contextualised Data Visualisation and Reporting Own, curate, and govern the library of reports and dashboards on our data platform to support the weekly rhythm of business delivery and performance management Ensure data-driven insights are presented in a clear and actionable format; lead in the delivery of presentations and reports to a multitude of stakeholders Advise on appropriate internal and external data sources required to deliver impactful insights Work with the Director of Data Engineering to define the Group's data architecture and measurement approach Evaluate and recommend data analytics platforms and tools that align with business needs Stay up to date on the latest analytical tools, methods, and best practices; lead on business intelligence education and data literacy for stakeholders across functional teams Team Management Lead and manage a team of analysts delivering decision support and acting as the first point of contact for business analysis queries Cultivate a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages skill development and growth Effectively manage team performance and organise/manage team capacity to ensure OKRs and deliverables are met to appropriate standards and timelines Oversee the training and continued development of the Business Analytics function and its people, ensuring our capabilities continue to grow and develop in line with business objectives What you'll bring to HeliosX Extensive practical experience in data analytics roles, within an eCommerce/D2C environment Expert understanding of data mining, data transformation, and statistical methods; advanced SQL and Python/R skills Solid background in data governance and reconciliation, with exposure to financial and ecommerce related metrics Fluency with data visualisation tools and an ability to communicate insights effectively through a variety of platforms Strong management experience and a successful track record of building, inspiring, and leading teams of analysts/data scientists Resilience, pragmatism, and the agility to move quickly, make candid observations, and engage with difficult truths in order to deliver solutions Exceptional communication, presentation, and business partnering skills that inspire confidence in stakeholders at all levels Bachelor's or Master's degree in a numerate discipline (Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Physics, etc.) Why work with us? At HeliosX, we want to improve healthcare for everyone, and to do this we need a team of brilliant people who share that ambition. We are currently a diverse team of engineers, scientists, clinical researchers, physicians, pharmacists, marketeers, and customer care specialists committed to our mission - but we need more talented folks to join us, if we want to achieve our global ambitions! Aside from working with our all-star team, here are the other benefits of coming on board: Generous equity allocations with significant upside potential 25 Days Holiday (+ all the usual Bank Holidays) Private health insurance, along with extra dental and eye care cover Enhanced parental leave Cycle-to-work Scheme Electric Car Scheme Free Dermatica and MedExpress products every month, as well as family discounts Home office allowance Access to a Headspace subscription, discounted gym memberships, and a learning and development budget (alongside a free Kindle and audible subscription) Do you possess a legal right to work in the UK? This role is office based in Central London 2 days per week, with the rest of the time spent working from home. Please confirm you are happy with this arrangement?
At Dove Adolescent Services we support young people within our care to develop emotional resilience to achieve their full potential in all areas of their lives. The underpinning ethos within our homes is of fostering appropriate relationships with young people and their significant others, to support them within their future transitions into adulthood. We are currently seeking a Residential Children's Services Deputy Manager to join our services in Eggborough Full Time - 39 hours per week Salary: Up to 34,068.56 per annum (plus sleep ins) Main Purpose of Job The deputy manager needs to support the registered manager of the home with the delivery of the day to day management of the home, thus ensuring we deliver a high quality level of care. This ensures the home actively promotes the rights of young people as individuals and provides them with quality care in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organisation. To support with the leadership of a team of care workers, in conjunction with relevant legislation and guidance to ensure that good outcomes are achieved for young people within the home to meet their physical, psychological, emotional & social development. To contribute to the overall ethos, values and aims of organisation. Accountable to Accountable directly to the line manager - Registered Manager of home, and to the Responsible individuals and Operational Directors Main Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for Service and Practice The development and delivery of high quality care in accordance with relevant Legislation, Regulations, including Ofsted SCIFF and The Organisations Policy and Procedures guidelines, showing an awareness to integrate an equal opportunities approach and working in an anti-discriminatory way and incorporate safeguarding responsibilities. Adherence to all legislative guidelines in respect of Health & Safety and ensure that all staff have adequate working knowledge and training To support the manager in the keeping of appropriate records relating to both young people and employees and the implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems within the organisation. To develop and promote new techniques and approaches to child care provision based in the home and be part of the senior team of the organisation, positively promoting it's well-being. To attend, prepare for and chair various meetings both internally and externally both alongside the registered manager and in their absence. On a rota basis to take on-call responsibilities - if required to undertake sleep in shift to cover shortfalls. The ability to write concise and evaluative reports and contribute to overseeing all written communication to enable us to sustain the required standards. To be responsible for decision making in the absence of the registered manager Human Resource Management To be involved in the recruitment of new employees, ensuring all relevant checks are completed. To support registered manager to ensure that all staff are adequately inducted, supervised, and appraised in line with the organisational policy. To support registered manager to meet Continuous professional development needs of staff team - ensuring all mandatory training requirements are met. To support registered manager to maintain effective Rota's and complete monthly expenses. To undertake the investigation of grievances, complaints and disciplinary matters (at an appropriate level) in accordance with the Organisational policies and procedures. Management of Physical and Financial Resources Support the registered manager to monitoring the service budget and all financial transactions; ensuring financial targets are achieved and adhered to. To effectively report any maintenance issues to the ensure service premises and equipment meets requirements. External Affairs To promote the organisation in a positive way with external agencies, other professionals and members of the general public as required To liaise with commissioners/ referrals manager regarding admissions. Required Attributes Enthusiasm in providing the highest quality care and education Level 3 qualification in Childrens and Young people's Workforce or equivalent as a minimum Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management or willingness to complete the qualification Experience of managing a team Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures Familiarity with the needs of vulnerable individuals Demonstrate high standards of safe working practice Holds a current UK driving licence / has the use of appropriate transport To view the full job description click Apply Now and visit our jobs portal Benefits 25 days per annum plus 8 statutory holidays 39 hours full time, Sleep in duties required as set out per Rota of home. Some office days will be required to assist in administrative duties Petrol Allowance - Paid when using own car - proof of business insurance must be provided Pension - In line with the organisational Pension Scheme and government guidance The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. INDRESMP
May 16, 2024
Full time
At Dove Adolescent Services we support young people within our care to develop emotional resilience to achieve their full potential in all areas of their lives. The underpinning ethos within our homes is of fostering appropriate relationships with young people and their significant others, to support them within their future transitions into adulthood. We are currently seeking a Residential Children's Services Deputy Manager to join our services in Eggborough Full Time - 39 hours per week Salary: Up to 34,068.56 per annum (plus sleep ins) Main Purpose of Job The deputy manager needs to support the registered manager of the home with the delivery of the day to day management of the home, thus ensuring we deliver a high quality level of care. This ensures the home actively promotes the rights of young people as individuals and provides them with quality care in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organisation. To support with the leadership of a team of care workers, in conjunction with relevant legislation and guidance to ensure that good outcomes are achieved for young people within the home to meet their physical, psychological, emotional & social development. To contribute to the overall ethos, values and aims of organisation. Accountable to Accountable directly to the line manager - Registered Manager of home, and to the Responsible individuals and Operational Directors Main Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for Service and Practice The development and delivery of high quality care in accordance with relevant Legislation, Regulations, including Ofsted SCIFF and The Organisations Policy and Procedures guidelines, showing an awareness to integrate an equal opportunities approach and working in an anti-discriminatory way and incorporate safeguarding responsibilities. Adherence to all legislative guidelines in respect of Health & Safety and ensure that all staff have adequate working knowledge and training To support the manager in the keeping of appropriate records relating to both young people and employees and the implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems within the organisation. To develop and promote new techniques and approaches to child care provision based in the home and be part of the senior team of the organisation, positively promoting it's well-being. To attend, prepare for and chair various meetings both internally and externally both alongside the registered manager and in their absence. On a rota basis to take on-call responsibilities - if required to undertake sleep in shift to cover shortfalls. The ability to write concise and evaluative reports and contribute to overseeing all written communication to enable us to sustain the required standards. To be responsible for decision making in the absence of the registered manager Human Resource Management To be involved in the recruitment of new employees, ensuring all relevant checks are completed. To support registered manager to ensure that all staff are adequately inducted, supervised, and appraised in line with the organisational policy. To support registered manager to meet Continuous professional development needs of staff team - ensuring all mandatory training requirements are met. To support registered manager to maintain effective Rota's and complete monthly expenses. To undertake the investigation of grievances, complaints and disciplinary matters (at an appropriate level) in accordance with the Organisational policies and procedures. Management of Physical and Financial Resources Support the registered manager to monitoring the service budget and all financial transactions; ensuring financial targets are achieved and adhered to. To effectively report any maintenance issues to the ensure service premises and equipment meets requirements. External Affairs To promote the organisation in a positive way with external agencies, other professionals and members of the general public as required To liaise with commissioners/ referrals manager regarding admissions. Required Attributes Enthusiasm in providing the highest quality care and education Level 3 qualification in Childrens and Young people's Workforce or equivalent as a minimum Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management or willingness to complete the qualification Experience of managing a team Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures Familiarity with the needs of vulnerable individuals Demonstrate high standards of safe working practice Holds a current UK driving licence / has the use of appropriate transport To view the full job description click Apply Now and visit our jobs portal Benefits 25 days per annum plus 8 statutory holidays 39 hours full time, Sleep in duties required as set out per Rota of home. Some office days will be required to assist in administrative duties Petrol Allowance - Paid when using own car - proof of business insurance must be provided Pension - In line with the organisational Pension Scheme and government guidance The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. INDRESMP
Department of Disease Control Closing Date: Wednesday 05 June 2024 Reference: ITD-DCD-2024-06 The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) is one of the world's leading public health universities. Our mission is to improve health and health equity in the UK and worldwide; working in partnership to achieve excellence in public and global health research, education and translation of knowledge into policy and practice. The LSHTM is searching for a CEO to help in the management of the 'Resilience Against Future Threats' (RAFT) Research Programme Consortium (RPC). RAFT is funded by FCDO, and its mission is research that will be of practical benefit to national programmes for the control of vector-borne diseases especially malaria. The Consortium partners are the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, the Centre for Research into Infectious Disease Cameroon, the Institut Pierre Richet in Côte d'Ivoire, the National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR) in Tanzania, the Faculty of Tropical Medicine of Mahidol University in Thailand, and the Malaria Consortium. One strand of our work concerns the arms race against insecticide resistance in African malaria vector mosquitoes, and in particular the process of choosing the most cost-effective insecticidal interventions in the face of complex geographic variation in resistance and a limited amount of epidemiological trial evidence. The other strand is addressing the more strategic and longer-term threats facing vector control, including the rise of Aedes-borne viruses in Africa, and the effects of anthropogenic changes in the environments in which we live. We are looking for a CEO who will join the leadership team based in the LSHTM. This is a senior role with operational responsibility across all of RAFTs activities, including its research, its governance structures and workings as a partnership, its relationship with FCDO and the intended users of the knowledge outputs. You will work closely with RAFT's two Principal Investigators/Research Directors and provide support to all other Principal Investigators/Directors from partners in the Consortium. The CEO will manage the relationship with the donor (UK Government Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, FCDO) and be the primary point of contact. You will provide strategic Management of RPC governance structures; and actively participate in RPC management meetings with Management Group and running of the Consortium Advisory Group (CAG). You will work closely with the Programme Manager to ensure best practice in budget management, financial probity, forecasting expenditure, and financial reporting to donors, Management Group and CAG. The CEO will oversee and report on detailed progress against the agreed workplans and logframe, including on risks to programme success and make changes and recommendations as required. You will lead on Lead on active engagement with RAFT's primary external stakeholders (i.e. the main intended users of its knowledge outputs), including National Malaria Control Programmes (NMCPs) in countries with high burden of mosquito-borne disease, World Health Organisation (WHO), UK Government FCDO etc, so as to understand their research and technical priorities and to coordinate RAFT's role and contribution. Finally, the CEO will also oversee the development and implementation of the RAFT Communications Strategy and together with the Research Uptake Manager, oversee all RPC communications, data management procedures and engagement of users and policymakers with the research outputs, representing the RPC in public debate and other media. Candidates must have a higher education to degree level, or equivalent, or substantial relevant experience, experience of managing and reporting on programme grants from funders such as FCDO, EU etc, significant proven experience of financial planning and management including creating and monitoring budgets The post is part-time 3 days per week, 0.6 FTE and fixed-term until 30 April 2026. The post is funded by the UK Government Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and is available immediately. The salary will be on the Professional Services salary scale, Grade 7 in the range £51,299 - £58,723 (SP 38-43) per annum pro rata (inclusive of London Weighting). The post will be subject to the LSHTM terms and conditions of service. Annual leave entitlement is 30 working days per year, pro rata for part time staff. In addition to this there are discretionary "Wellbeing Days". Membership of the Pension Scheme is available. The post is hybrid in the UK at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, or alternatively in an appropriate location in Africa. Applications should be made on-line via our jobs website . Online applications will be accepted by the automated system until 10pm of the closing date. Any queries regarding the application process may be addressed to . Please quote reference ITD-DCD-2024-06 . The supporting statement section should set out how your qualifications, experience and training meet each of the selection criteria. Please provide one or more paragraphs addressing each criterion. The supporting statement is an essential part of the selection process and thus a failure to provide this information will mean that the application will not be considered. An answer to any of the criteria such as "Please see attached CV" will not be considered acceptable. Please note that if you are shortlisted and are unable to attend on the interview date it may not be possible to offer you an alternative date. The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We believe that when people feel respected and included, they can be more creative, successful, and happier at work. While we have more work to do, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace, a community that everyone feels a part of, which is safe, respectful, supportive and enables all to reach their full potential.
May 15, 2024
Full time
Department of Disease Control Closing Date: Wednesday 05 June 2024 Reference: ITD-DCD-2024-06 The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) is one of the world's leading public health universities. Our mission is to improve health and health equity in the UK and worldwide; working in partnership to achieve excellence in public and global health research, education and translation of knowledge into policy and practice. The LSHTM is searching for a CEO to help in the management of the 'Resilience Against Future Threats' (RAFT) Research Programme Consortium (RPC). RAFT is funded by FCDO, and its mission is research that will be of practical benefit to national programmes for the control of vector-borne diseases especially malaria. The Consortium partners are the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, the Centre for Research into Infectious Disease Cameroon, the Institut Pierre Richet in Côte d'Ivoire, the National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR) in Tanzania, the Faculty of Tropical Medicine of Mahidol University in Thailand, and the Malaria Consortium. One strand of our work concerns the arms race against insecticide resistance in African malaria vector mosquitoes, and in particular the process of choosing the most cost-effective insecticidal interventions in the face of complex geographic variation in resistance and a limited amount of epidemiological trial evidence. The other strand is addressing the more strategic and longer-term threats facing vector control, including the rise of Aedes-borne viruses in Africa, and the effects of anthropogenic changes in the environments in which we live. We are looking for a CEO who will join the leadership team based in the LSHTM. This is a senior role with operational responsibility across all of RAFTs activities, including its research, its governance structures and workings as a partnership, its relationship with FCDO and the intended users of the knowledge outputs. You will work closely with RAFT's two Principal Investigators/Research Directors and provide support to all other Principal Investigators/Directors from partners in the Consortium. The CEO will manage the relationship with the donor (UK Government Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, FCDO) and be the primary point of contact. You will provide strategic Management of RPC governance structures; and actively participate in RPC management meetings with Management Group and running of the Consortium Advisory Group (CAG). You will work closely with the Programme Manager to ensure best practice in budget management, financial probity, forecasting expenditure, and financial reporting to donors, Management Group and CAG. The CEO will oversee and report on detailed progress against the agreed workplans and logframe, including on risks to programme success and make changes and recommendations as required. You will lead on Lead on active engagement with RAFT's primary external stakeholders (i.e. the main intended users of its knowledge outputs), including National Malaria Control Programmes (NMCPs) in countries with high burden of mosquito-borne disease, World Health Organisation (WHO), UK Government FCDO etc, so as to understand their research and technical priorities and to coordinate RAFT's role and contribution. Finally, the CEO will also oversee the development and implementation of the RAFT Communications Strategy and together with the Research Uptake Manager, oversee all RPC communications, data management procedures and engagement of users and policymakers with the research outputs, representing the RPC in public debate and other media. Candidates must have a higher education to degree level, or equivalent, or substantial relevant experience, experience of managing and reporting on programme grants from funders such as FCDO, EU etc, significant proven experience of financial planning and management including creating and monitoring budgets The post is part-time 3 days per week, 0.6 FTE and fixed-term until 30 April 2026. The post is funded by the UK Government Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and is available immediately. The salary will be on the Professional Services salary scale, Grade 7 in the range £51,299 - £58,723 (SP 38-43) per annum pro rata (inclusive of London Weighting). The post will be subject to the LSHTM terms and conditions of service. Annual leave entitlement is 30 working days per year, pro rata for part time staff. In addition to this there are discretionary "Wellbeing Days". Membership of the Pension Scheme is available. The post is hybrid in the UK at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, or alternatively in an appropriate location in Africa. Applications should be made on-line via our jobs website . Online applications will be accepted by the automated system until 10pm of the closing date. Any queries regarding the application process may be addressed to . Please quote reference ITD-DCD-2024-06 . The supporting statement section should set out how your qualifications, experience and training meet each of the selection criteria. Please provide one or more paragraphs addressing each criterion. The supporting statement is an essential part of the selection process and thus a failure to provide this information will mean that the application will not be considered. An answer to any of the criteria such as "Please see attached CV" will not be considered acceptable. Please note that if you are shortlisted and are unable to attend on the interview date it may not be possible to offer you an alternative date. The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We believe that when people feel respected and included, they can be more creative, successful, and happier at work. While we have more work to do, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace, a community that everyone feels a part of, which is safe, respectful, supportive and enables all to reach their full potential.
Career Stream: Manager Career Level: Manager Level 4 Department: Global Democracy Programs Location: London, United Kingdom Workspace Designation: Remote Hours: Full-Time Term: Fixed-Term (48 Months) Line Manager: Director, GD Programs Direct reports: Program Team (TBD) Salary: £65,200 - £84,800 GENERAL FUNCTION Internews seeks an experienced Project Director for a four-year European Commission (EC)-funded project to advance the global response to increasing the resilience of at-risk independent media. The Project Director will lead and manage a consortium of four international NGO and academic implementing partners, overseeing and coordinating the design and implementation of a diverse portfolio of activities in multiple countries worldwide, as well as project monitoring and evaluation and a robust learning agenda. Strong skills in project financial management and communications are required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Lead the Inception Phase of the project, working closely with consortium members, the EC, and other awardees to finalize target country selection, select research initiatives, draft the project workplan and monitoring and evaluation plan, and determine country-based activities. Serve as Internews' primary point of contact with the European Commission, establishing and managing strong partnerships and dialogue with EC representatives in Brussels as well as country-level delegations. Effectively manage the project consortium, ensuring transparent communication processes and protocols. Pro-actively coordinate activity design and management with Internews Regional and Thematic Directors who manage Internews programming in key geographic regions and technical areas. Provide strategic, operational and representational assistance to ensure that activities are meeting their goals and targets, recommending program adjustments when necessary to keep the project on track; Regularly travel to London and Brussels, as well as target countries, for project and donor management purposes; Cultivate and strengthen relationships with local partner organizations and ensure that implementation is responsive to the needs of partners and beneficiaries; Track and report project progress and activities monthly against work plans; Oversee program monitoring and evaluation to ensure effective implementation and to measure activity impact; Working with the Monitoring and Evaluations specialist and team, ensure a robust learning agenda and deliver a learning symposium at project's end with the consortium and EC. Maintain a thorough knowledge of key issues affecting independent media (print, broadcast, digital), and a general understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing independent media globally; Ensure the project is in compliance with all grant and cooperative agreement rules, requirements and regulations as well as with Internews internal policies and procedures; Serve as the primary budget authority over the project, responsible for ensuring all costs charged to the project are allowable, reasonable and correctly allocated; Accept fiduciary responsibility for all funds advanced for the purpose of the project; Understanding of and demonstrated commitment to upholding Internews' Core Values. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Manage and oversee all project staff.Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems. QUALIFICATIONS At least 10 years of experience in media and program development, including senior-level management of personnel and financial administration; Donor grant management experience with EU funding and wider donor experience is essential; Professional experience in the media sector is an asset; experience managing assistance programs supporting media and/or civil society required. Experience as a manager or trainer with professional capacity-building programs for journalists and media outlets an asset. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in some or all of the following areas:traditional, digital, and social media; media and internet law and policy; information disorders/ disinformation; and/or sustainability models for media ; Excellent soft skills, including diplomacy, interpersonal and communication skills, with a problem-solving attitude and as a self-starter who works both independently and as a collaborative team player; Willingness to travel regularly to London and Brussels, as well as target country visits; Additional language skills are a plus; University degree or equivalent experience. Vacancy Timeframe: Deadline for applications: 09 May 2024 - MISCELLANEOUS: Candidates must submit a succinct cover letter of no more than 2 pages explaining how they satisfy the requirements of the role, and a CV highlighting relevant experience. Successful candidate will also be asked to provide three professional referees, one of whom must be from their most recent employer. The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the associate a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of their position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position. This position will be located in the United Kingdom and therefore a successful applicant must both be present in the UK for the duration of the assignment and be able to demonstrate their Right to Work in the UK in order to commence employment.
May 15, 2024
Full time
Career Stream: Manager Career Level: Manager Level 4 Department: Global Democracy Programs Location: London, United Kingdom Workspace Designation: Remote Hours: Full-Time Term: Fixed-Term (48 Months) Line Manager: Director, GD Programs Direct reports: Program Team (TBD) Salary: £65,200 - £84,800 GENERAL FUNCTION Internews seeks an experienced Project Director for a four-year European Commission (EC)-funded project to advance the global response to increasing the resilience of at-risk independent media. The Project Director will lead and manage a consortium of four international NGO and academic implementing partners, overseeing and coordinating the design and implementation of a diverse portfolio of activities in multiple countries worldwide, as well as project monitoring and evaluation and a robust learning agenda. Strong skills in project financial management and communications are required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Lead the Inception Phase of the project, working closely with consortium members, the EC, and other awardees to finalize target country selection, select research initiatives, draft the project workplan and monitoring and evaluation plan, and determine country-based activities. Serve as Internews' primary point of contact with the European Commission, establishing and managing strong partnerships and dialogue with EC representatives in Brussels as well as country-level delegations. Effectively manage the project consortium, ensuring transparent communication processes and protocols. Pro-actively coordinate activity design and management with Internews Regional and Thematic Directors who manage Internews programming in key geographic regions and technical areas. Provide strategic, operational and representational assistance to ensure that activities are meeting their goals and targets, recommending program adjustments when necessary to keep the project on track; Regularly travel to London and Brussels, as well as target countries, for project and donor management purposes; Cultivate and strengthen relationships with local partner organizations and ensure that implementation is responsive to the needs of partners and beneficiaries; Track and report project progress and activities monthly against work plans; Oversee program monitoring and evaluation to ensure effective implementation and to measure activity impact; Working with the Monitoring and Evaluations specialist and team, ensure a robust learning agenda and deliver a learning symposium at project's end with the consortium and EC. Maintain a thorough knowledge of key issues affecting independent media (print, broadcast, digital), and a general understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing independent media globally; Ensure the project is in compliance with all grant and cooperative agreement rules, requirements and regulations as well as with Internews internal policies and procedures; Serve as the primary budget authority over the project, responsible for ensuring all costs charged to the project are allowable, reasonable and correctly allocated; Accept fiduciary responsibility for all funds advanced for the purpose of the project; Understanding of and demonstrated commitment to upholding Internews' Core Values. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Manage and oversee all project staff.Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems. QUALIFICATIONS At least 10 years of experience in media and program development, including senior-level management of personnel and financial administration; Donor grant management experience with EU funding and wider donor experience is essential; Professional experience in the media sector is an asset; experience managing assistance programs supporting media and/or civil society required. Experience as a manager or trainer with professional capacity-building programs for journalists and media outlets an asset. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in some or all of the following areas:traditional, digital, and social media; media and internet law and policy; information disorders/ disinformation; and/or sustainability models for media ; Excellent soft skills, including diplomacy, interpersonal and communication skills, with a problem-solving attitude and as a self-starter who works both independently and as a collaborative team player; Willingness to travel regularly to London and Brussels, as well as target country visits; Additional language skills are a plus; University degree or equivalent experience. Vacancy Timeframe: Deadline for applications: 09 May 2024 - MISCELLANEOUS: Candidates must submit a succinct cover letter of no more than 2 pages explaining how they satisfy the requirements of the role, and a CV highlighting relevant experience. Successful candidate will also be asked to provide three professional referees, one of whom must be from their most recent employer. The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the associate a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of their position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position. This position will be located in the United Kingdom and therefore a successful applicant must both be present in the UK for the duration of the assignment and be able to demonstrate their Right to Work in the UK in order to commence employment.
Finance Business Partner 12 month FTC Competitive package We have an exciting opportunity to join our team in Government Services on a 12 month fixed term contract basis as a Finance Business Partner. Reporting into the Head of Finance this is an influential and high-profile role delivering financial and commercial support to one of the company's most diverse sub sectors. Through effective business partnering, the role will continually improve service levels, cost effectiveness and add value to commercial activities undertaken. There will be a keen focus on commerciality across the board with every margin growth opportunity and cost mitigation explored, key initiatives being implemented and will include client negotiations where you will take the lead on finances. As Finance Business Partner you will also Business Partner the Operations Directors and Business Director ensuring strong commercial and operational decision making, managing financial risks and opportunities Develop strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including colleagues, customers and subcontractors Work with the wider finance team to continually develop KPIs and ensure that end users are focusing on the right metrics to drive profitable growth Prepare and review annual budgets and reforecasting, monthly management information including in depth variance analysis and underlying performance reporting Prepare monthly business review pack and present at MD/Head of Finance monthly meeting Conduct balance sheet reviews and compliance with Group Accounting Manual, maintaining a full and up to date understanding of SAP and Nexus Promote working capital improvements through timely, accurate contract billing and active management of debt ledgers Calculate and manage the financial risks and opportunities arising from volumetric and other contract mechanisms Financial oversight for all contract amendments and service pricing, ensuring pricing strategy is applied consistently Implement robust financial processes, ensuring these are then subsequently maintained and adhered to. Deliver proactive ad-hoc financial analysis to support business unit decision making Line manage and develop a team The successful Finance Business Partner will Be CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified with 3+ years of post-qualification experience Have Commercial experience gained in large contract management Be experienced in preparation and review of budgeting and forecasting in a matrix environment Have advanced excel and modelling experience Demonstrate Business Partnering with non-financial colleagues up to a senior level Be comfortable working with uncertainty and in a fast paced environment Show strong interpersonal skills and stakeholder management Have well-developed critical thinking and problem solving with an ability to clearly present outcomes and influence stakeholders Be results orientated, with ability to take decisions when necessary and the resilience to be challenged Have experience managing and developing a team
May 15, 2024
Full time
Finance Business Partner 12 month FTC Competitive package We have an exciting opportunity to join our team in Government Services on a 12 month fixed term contract basis as a Finance Business Partner. Reporting into the Head of Finance this is an influential and high-profile role delivering financial and commercial support to one of the company's most diverse sub sectors. Through effective business partnering, the role will continually improve service levels, cost effectiveness and add value to commercial activities undertaken. There will be a keen focus on commerciality across the board with every margin growth opportunity and cost mitigation explored, key initiatives being implemented and will include client negotiations where you will take the lead on finances. As Finance Business Partner you will also Business Partner the Operations Directors and Business Director ensuring strong commercial and operational decision making, managing financial risks and opportunities Develop strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including colleagues, customers and subcontractors Work with the wider finance team to continually develop KPIs and ensure that end users are focusing on the right metrics to drive profitable growth Prepare and review annual budgets and reforecasting, monthly management information including in depth variance analysis and underlying performance reporting Prepare monthly business review pack and present at MD/Head of Finance monthly meeting Conduct balance sheet reviews and compliance with Group Accounting Manual, maintaining a full and up to date understanding of SAP and Nexus Promote working capital improvements through timely, accurate contract billing and active management of debt ledgers Calculate and manage the financial risks and opportunities arising from volumetric and other contract mechanisms Financial oversight for all contract amendments and service pricing, ensuring pricing strategy is applied consistently Implement robust financial processes, ensuring these are then subsequently maintained and adhered to. Deliver proactive ad-hoc financial analysis to support business unit decision making Line manage and develop a team The successful Finance Business Partner will Be CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified with 3+ years of post-qualification experience Have Commercial experience gained in large contract management Be experienced in preparation and review of budgeting and forecasting in a matrix environment Have advanced excel and modelling experience Demonstrate Business Partnering with non-financial colleagues up to a senior level Be comfortable working with uncertainty and in a fast paced environment Show strong interpersonal skills and stakeholder management Have well-developed critical thinking and problem solving with an ability to clearly present outcomes and influence stakeholders Be results orientated, with ability to take decisions when necessary and the resilience to be challenged Have experience managing and developing a team
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons The Quality and Risk Management Team (QRM) provides leadership, guidance, and tools to help partners and staff manage quality and risk matters. The team is comprised of an Advisory and Compliance Team, a Chief Information Security Office Team, an Economic Crime Team, a Legal Team including a Commercial & Contracts Team, plus the Quality Monitoring Team. The team works closely with the firm's Technical Standards Group, Ethics Team, and the firm's leadership. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. International Standard of Quality Management (UK) 1 (ISQM1) requires BDO LLP to design and implement a system of quality management to ensure that the Firm and our personnel fulfil responsibilities in accordance with professional standards and other requirements and that reports issued are appropriate in the circumstances. ISQM1 also requires ongoing monitoring and an annual evaluation of the system of quality management under a reasonable assurance framework. ISQM1 was implemented as at 15 December 2022 and evaluated for the first time during 2023, and BDO continues to work on the enhancement of its system of quality management to support its desire to improve and sustain audit quality and drive a consistent quality standard across all areas of assurance work. BDO is looking for a lead Director to take responsibility for the ongoing leadership and development of the system of quality management under ISQM1. This is a high profile opportunity within BDO, offering significant interaction with senior partners of the firm. The Director will work closely with the two partners who lead the team, the Monitoring and Remediation Committee and the Committees with ultimate and operational responsibility for the firm's system of quality management. The role also requires this individual to be innovative in order to drive towards a sustainable and technology enabled approach, and a natural networker in order to successfully engage with and influence a diverse group of senior stakeholders. There may be scope in the future to expand this role to contribute to the design and implementation of a system of quality management across the whole firm. Key elements of the role: Drive the overall strategy to continually improve the design of the firm's system of quality management; Develop, implement, and direct the monitoring of the firm's system of quality management including developing appropriate KPIs and reporting to the firm's leadership; Identify areas for improvement and introduce ideas to better use technology; Build and develop the resources needed to support on the above; Work with relevant senior stakeholders and partners to remediate any gaps identified in the firm's system of quality management including from regulator inspection findings, internal testing and business changes; Prepare the annual monitoring report to provide information for the overall evaluation of the firm's system of quality management; Prepare the required disclosures on ISQM1 for the firm's annual Transparency Report; and Work with the firm's regulators, the FRC, to respond to information requests on the system of quality management. Requirements: A strategic thinker with excellent communication and influencing sills who is confident to engage with a variety of senior stakeholders; Experience of working in a large professional services firm and an understanding of the regulatory environment; Significant understanding of controls and their application in the workplace including design, sufficiency, operating effectiveness, deficiencies, and recommendations; SOX or previous ISQM1 experience desirable; Experience and successful track record in establishing and developing detailed monitoring programmes within professional services or similar industry; Strong networking skills and ability to develop strong rapports with key stakeholders; Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal; An individual that can drive creative thinking and connect ideas and insights from other projects in the quality initiatives as well as role model resilience and maintain a calm demeanour when under pressure; Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing, rapid-growth environment with multiple projects and tasks; Ability to proactively apply your skills to a broad range of components of a system of quality management to see the macro position; Ability to coach, develop and manage people as well as work independently; and Significant experience of simultaneously driving multiple work streams to a successful outcome. Core competencies required: Business thinking: The ability to understand the firm's business strategy and goals and develop solutions aligned to these. The ability to evaluate the current market and anticipate the impact of potential changes for the firm and its clients to reinforce market positioning.Communicating: The ability to articulate complex issues clearly and credibly to a range of audience's reactions and to adapt demeanour/approach to suit audiences in order to achieve desired results.Collaborating: The ability to build relationships across the firm and gain the confidence of Partners and other senior staff.Decision making: The ability to identify and drive the use of best practice to deliver impr
May 14, 2024
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons The Quality and Risk Management Team (QRM) provides leadership, guidance, and tools to help partners and staff manage quality and risk matters. The team is comprised of an Advisory and Compliance Team, a Chief Information Security Office Team, an Economic Crime Team, a Legal Team including a Commercial & Contracts Team, plus the Quality Monitoring Team. The team works closely with the firm's Technical Standards Group, Ethics Team, and the firm's leadership. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. International Standard of Quality Management (UK) 1 (ISQM1) requires BDO LLP to design and implement a system of quality management to ensure that the Firm and our personnel fulfil responsibilities in accordance with professional standards and other requirements and that reports issued are appropriate in the circumstances. ISQM1 also requires ongoing monitoring and an annual evaluation of the system of quality management under a reasonable assurance framework. ISQM1 was implemented as at 15 December 2022 and evaluated for the first time during 2023, and BDO continues to work on the enhancement of its system of quality management to support its desire to improve and sustain audit quality and drive a consistent quality standard across all areas of assurance work. BDO is looking for a lead Director to take responsibility for the ongoing leadership and development of the system of quality management under ISQM1. This is a high profile opportunity within BDO, offering significant interaction with senior partners of the firm. The Director will work closely with the two partners who lead the team, the Monitoring and Remediation Committee and the Committees with ultimate and operational responsibility for the firm's system of quality management. The role also requires this individual to be innovative in order to drive towards a sustainable and technology enabled approach, and a natural networker in order to successfully engage with and influence a diverse group of senior stakeholders. There may be scope in the future to expand this role to contribute to the design and implementation of a system of quality management across the whole firm. Key elements of the role: Drive the overall strategy to continually improve the design of the firm's system of quality management; Develop, implement, and direct the monitoring of the firm's system of quality management including developing appropriate KPIs and reporting to the firm's leadership; Identify areas for improvement and introduce ideas to better use technology; Build and develop the resources needed to support on the above; Work with relevant senior stakeholders and partners to remediate any gaps identified in the firm's system of quality management including from regulator inspection findings, internal testing and business changes; Prepare the annual monitoring report to provide information for the overall evaluation of the firm's system of quality management; Prepare the required disclosures on ISQM1 for the firm's annual Transparency Report; and Work with the firm's regulators, the FRC, to respond to information requests on the system of quality management. Requirements: A strategic thinker with excellent communication and influencing sills who is confident to engage with a variety of senior stakeholders; Experience of working in a large professional services firm and an understanding of the regulatory environment; Significant understanding of controls and their application in the workplace including design, sufficiency, operating effectiveness, deficiencies, and recommendations; SOX or previous ISQM1 experience desirable; Experience and successful track record in establishing and developing detailed monitoring programmes within professional services or similar industry; Strong networking skills and ability to develop strong rapports with key stakeholders; Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal; An individual that can drive creative thinking and connect ideas and insights from other projects in the quality initiatives as well as role model resilience and maintain a calm demeanour when under pressure; Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing, rapid-growth environment with multiple projects and tasks; Ability to proactively apply your skills to a broad range of components of a system of quality management to see the macro position; Ability to coach, develop and manage people as well as work independently; and Significant experience of simultaneously driving multiple work streams to a successful outcome. Core competencies required: Business thinking: The ability to understand the firm's business strategy and goals and develop solutions aligned to these. The ability to evaluate the current market and anticipate the impact of potential changes for the firm and its clients to reinforce market positioning.Communicating: The ability to articulate complex issues clearly and credibly to a range of audience's reactions and to adapt demeanour/approach to suit audiences in order to achieve desired results.Collaborating: The ability to build relationships across the firm and gain the confidence of Partners and other senior staff.Decision making: The ability to identify and drive the use of best practice to deliver impr
Finance Director Location: Teesside Salary: Circa £90,000 with a market leading benefits package which includes 44 days holiday (including statutory allowance and a pension that the college will contribute up to 15.2%) Who is my client: Middlesbrough College is the largest further education provider in Teesside. It provides predominantly further education but also selected higher education provisions to over 13,000 students. Middlesbrough College also employs over 1,000 staff out of their £100m state of the art campus on the banks of the tees. Job Purpose: Middlesbrough College has at its mission a drive to improve regional economic and social prosperity. As a member of the College's Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will provide transformational leadership in all aspects of the finance and registry, with responsibility for providing strategic financial leadership and direction to the Middlesbrough College Group. Responsibilities; As part of the Senior Leadership Team, to actively develop and deliver the College's Strategic Plan, in particular achieving our mission through delivering the priority of 'organisation resilience'. To lead internally and externally on all matters related to the finance, registry, and risk management functions. To provide strategic and proactive advice to SLT and cross college managers in all matters related to finance and registry. To ensure strong financial and regulatory controls are in place through the development and implementation of related policies, training and internal procedures and leading on ensuring the college is compliant with managing public money. To be the risk management champion for the college, ensuring a risk management and assurance framework is in place and effective, leading on production of audit plans, liaising and coordinating all audits and presenting to the audit & risk committee. To develop and have overall responsibility for the operational delivery of the five-year financial plan, including but not limited to production of statutory accounts and financial returns, treasury, bank and cash management / cash flow projections, production of high quality and timely management information, tax and VAT advice and returns, income recovery and maximisation. To ensure regulatory compliance on procurement, tendering and contractual matters, seeking value for money and procurement solutions to support the college infrastructure and operations. Undertaking financial due diligence and ensuring a system of control is in place for delivery partner reviews. Undertaking contractual reviews for new opportunities and providing financial information and oversight for funding bids and income tenders. To provide high quality management information including monthly management accounts, enrolment and funding reports, overhead and benchmarking analysis, staff pay and contract scenario testing. To produce high quality financial information to assess strategic project developments including capital developments, merger / acquisition scenarios, financial health scenario planning and stress testing of financial models. To prepare high quality capital and revenue bid submissions and monitor project delivery and financial returns. To produce and deliver an annual revenue and capital plan in line with strategic objectives and in consultation with governors and managers. To meet all strategic KPIs associated with your areas of responsibility. To have overall responsibility for the timely and accurate data returns required for our funders and regulators, including but not limited to ILR and funding contracts and returns, data accuracy checks, management information reports to maximise income, course file production, data quality, curriculum planning, timetabling, room and staff utilisation and for meeting all funder and regulator rules and return deadlines. To manage the finance and registry teams developing team members, providing training and succession planning opportunities and carrying out performance reviews. To provide and present timely and accurate reports and presentations to SLT, CMT and the governing body as and when required. To provide thought leadership on matters of skills funding and related policy and attend policy groups and forums to influence and enact new skills policy - nationally and locally. To manage budgets associated with your area of responsibilities. Within the limitation set out in the contract of employment, working hours are flexible and can be subject to variation depending upon curriculum needs. To carry out such other appropriate duties commensurate with your skills, knowledge, experience and remuneration Essential Requirements: Fully qualified Accountant - ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA Proven ability to produce financial plans, statutory accounts, cash flows, revenue and capital plans and management accounts. Evidence of strong financial regulation and control Experience of meeting funders and regulators deadlines and expectations. Sound background in treasury, cash, bank and VAT A record of managing capital project funding Experience of financial and risk management and control Desirable Requirements: Experience of managing FE funding Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant professional qualification Management qualification Knowledge of current issues facing the further education and or training sectors For more information or for a confidential discussion around this opportunity please feel free to contact Anthony Antoniou at Imperial Recruitment Group
May 14, 2024
Full time
Finance Director Location: Teesside Salary: Circa £90,000 with a market leading benefits package which includes 44 days holiday (including statutory allowance and a pension that the college will contribute up to 15.2%) Who is my client: Middlesbrough College is the largest further education provider in Teesside. It provides predominantly further education but also selected higher education provisions to over 13,000 students. Middlesbrough College also employs over 1,000 staff out of their £100m state of the art campus on the banks of the tees. Job Purpose: Middlesbrough College has at its mission a drive to improve regional economic and social prosperity. As a member of the College's Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will provide transformational leadership in all aspects of the finance and registry, with responsibility for providing strategic financial leadership and direction to the Middlesbrough College Group. Responsibilities; As part of the Senior Leadership Team, to actively develop and deliver the College's Strategic Plan, in particular achieving our mission through delivering the priority of 'organisation resilience'. To lead internally and externally on all matters related to the finance, registry, and risk management functions. To provide strategic and proactive advice to SLT and cross college managers in all matters related to finance and registry. To ensure strong financial and regulatory controls are in place through the development and implementation of related policies, training and internal procedures and leading on ensuring the college is compliant with managing public money. To be the risk management champion for the college, ensuring a risk management and assurance framework is in place and effective, leading on production of audit plans, liaising and coordinating all audits and presenting to the audit & risk committee. To develop and have overall responsibility for the operational delivery of the five-year financial plan, including but not limited to production of statutory accounts and financial returns, treasury, bank and cash management / cash flow projections, production of high quality and timely management information, tax and VAT advice and returns, income recovery and maximisation. To ensure regulatory compliance on procurement, tendering and contractual matters, seeking value for money and procurement solutions to support the college infrastructure and operations. Undertaking financial due diligence and ensuring a system of control is in place for delivery partner reviews. Undertaking contractual reviews for new opportunities and providing financial information and oversight for funding bids and income tenders. To provide high quality management information including monthly management accounts, enrolment and funding reports, overhead and benchmarking analysis, staff pay and contract scenario testing. To produce high quality financial information to assess strategic project developments including capital developments, merger / acquisition scenarios, financial health scenario planning and stress testing of financial models. To prepare high quality capital and revenue bid submissions and monitor project delivery and financial returns. To produce and deliver an annual revenue and capital plan in line with strategic objectives and in consultation with governors and managers. To meet all strategic KPIs associated with your areas of responsibility. To have overall responsibility for the timely and accurate data returns required for our funders and regulators, including but not limited to ILR and funding contracts and returns, data accuracy checks, management information reports to maximise income, course file production, data quality, curriculum planning, timetabling, room and staff utilisation and for meeting all funder and regulator rules and return deadlines. To manage the finance and registry teams developing team members, providing training and succession planning opportunities and carrying out performance reviews. To provide and present timely and accurate reports and presentations to SLT, CMT and the governing body as and when required. To provide thought leadership on matters of skills funding and related policy and attend policy groups and forums to influence and enact new skills policy - nationally and locally. To manage budgets associated with your area of responsibilities. Within the limitation set out in the contract of employment, working hours are flexible and can be subject to variation depending upon curriculum needs. To carry out such other appropriate duties commensurate with your skills, knowledge, experience and remuneration Essential Requirements: Fully qualified Accountant - ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA Proven ability to produce financial plans, statutory accounts, cash flows, revenue and capital plans and management accounts. Evidence of strong financial regulation and control Experience of meeting funders and regulators deadlines and expectations. Sound background in treasury, cash, bank and VAT A record of managing capital project funding Experience of financial and risk management and control Desirable Requirements: Experience of managing FE funding Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant professional qualification Management qualification Knowledge of current issues facing the further education and or training sectors For more information or for a confidential discussion around this opportunity please feel free to contact Anthony Antoniou at Imperial Recruitment Group
As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you. Consulting brings together multiple teams across Transactions, Risk & Consulting, ABA, and Outsourcing to provide client-centric solutions for RSM's current and future clients within the middle market. Our Consulting team has a major role to play in driving forward the growth of the firm with over 1,700 people delivering almost £200m revenue. At the heart of Consulting are the six solutions we offer our clients: business transformation, deal services, finance function support, risk and governance, forensic and investigation services, and restructuring. Our solutions create an enhanced tailored approach to support our clients in achieving their strategic goals and empower our people to make an impact and develop their own unique career path. Overview Are you passionate about emerging technology, cyber, change, and risk management in the financial services sector? We are. Our world is ever more complex, interconnected, and reliant on technology and data to do business. While the digital opportunities for organisations are endless, the risks are becoming increasingly more complex to manage. RSM's global Technology Risk Assurance (TRA) practice provides assurance, advice, and solutions to enable our clients to manage their digital risk and move forward with confidence. Our local client portfolio in the North of England includes some of the most interesting and prestigious organisations that operate within the financial services (e.g. Fintech, insurance, building societies), corporates (e.g. technology, manufacturing and automotive) and the public sector (e.g. healthcare, social housing, education and local / central government). Our team thrives as their responsibilities are diverse, challenging, and purposeful. We regularly work alongside other RSM teams (UK and International) including, Tax, Internal Audit, Corporate Finance, Consulting, and External Audit to help our clients address their most complex business challenges. Overall job purpose No career pathway in your current role? You won't stand still in TRA. You'll work with some of the brightest minds in this field and be a valued member of a diverse and inclusive TRA team. Your role is to add value - we'll consider all flexible working arrangements too. You'll be advising our clients on strategy and risks associated with areas such as cyber and data privacy, change programmes and transformations, third party and cloud, operational resilience, mergers and acquisitions, controls and compliance, and emerging technology (e.g. artificial intelligence, Blockchain and robotics). You'll benefit from ongoing coaching, career mentoring, and be supported by the TRA career pathway that was launched in 2021. This provides you with an opportunity to continue to develop market leading skills across our different capabilities and advance your professional development by undertaking certifications such as CISA, CISM, CIPM, CISSP, CCSP, CHECK, CREST and AWS certification. You'll be able to take your career in any direction by choosing to either specialise, or gain wide ranging skills by working across a range of industry sectors and TRA capabilities. Responsibilities There's never been a more exciting time to join us. As a TRA Associate Director you'll be: Helping your clients develop their digital strategy by leading teams that provide specialist risk assurance and advice. Staying current with the latest technology trends, leading risk management practices, and industry sector issues. Responsible for leading a TRA client portfolio in conjunction with the Partners to ensure our work adds value and is delivered timely and profitably. Responsible for the ongoing management of your client portfolio, including the development of plans and quality assurance of all aspects of the work and reporting. Performing risk management processes and developing commercial arrangements. Leading and coaching high performing teams, resource management, recruitment, and development for team members. You'll make quality time and take an interest in your team. Shaping our future by leading innovation streams that build future products, services, and solutions. Representing RSM in external meetings, including attendance at client workshops, audit committees, and regional networking events. Leading our efforts on local Corporate Social Responsible (CSR) initiatives. Building trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, and identifying opportunities where we could assist them. Developing proposals that demonstrate our capability to meet new and existing client needs. Meeting agreed business development targets. Requirements for the role You'll make decisions and take actions that are based on our values and will deliver purposeful impact where it counts. To be successful in this role you'll be: Passionate to continue your career in technology, cyber, risk management, and partner with clients. Business and commercial minded in your approach. Motivated to lead with purpose, innovate, and make a genuine lasting impact. Able to offer a strong and compelling view of technology and risk management. Self organised and able to manage your time effectively to prioritise and achieve deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Confident with excellent written, oral communication, and presentation skills. An active listener and proactive in taking action; Able to work autonomously, pro-actively, and effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. Have demonstrable experience in identifying opportunities to partner with clients and successfully deliver these. Personal and professional qualities Professionally qualified and able to demonstrate expertise in a specialist field. Relevant experience within a technology, cyber, audit, and/or risk management role. Digitally literate and able to use tools such as Microsoft Office 365. In depth understanding of technology trends and industry sector issues. Diversity and Inclusion at RSM At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion. At RSM we work hard to create an environment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, their career, their teams, and to the success of our firm and clients. We support all our people to work flexibly, to manage their family and other responsibilities alongside their work commitments; we believe this is key to achieving an inspiring and fulfilling working environment.
May 13, 2024
Full time
As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you. Consulting brings together multiple teams across Transactions, Risk & Consulting, ABA, and Outsourcing to provide client-centric solutions for RSM's current and future clients within the middle market. Our Consulting team has a major role to play in driving forward the growth of the firm with over 1,700 people delivering almost £200m revenue. At the heart of Consulting are the six solutions we offer our clients: business transformation, deal services, finance function support, risk and governance, forensic and investigation services, and restructuring. Our solutions create an enhanced tailored approach to support our clients in achieving their strategic goals and empower our people to make an impact and develop their own unique career path. Overview Are you passionate about emerging technology, cyber, change, and risk management in the financial services sector? We are. Our world is ever more complex, interconnected, and reliant on technology and data to do business. While the digital opportunities for organisations are endless, the risks are becoming increasingly more complex to manage. RSM's global Technology Risk Assurance (TRA) practice provides assurance, advice, and solutions to enable our clients to manage their digital risk and move forward with confidence. Our local client portfolio in the North of England includes some of the most interesting and prestigious organisations that operate within the financial services (e.g. Fintech, insurance, building societies), corporates (e.g. technology, manufacturing and automotive) and the public sector (e.g. healthcare, social housing, education and local / central government). Our team thrives as their responsibilities are diverse, challenging, and purposeful. We regularly work alongside other RSM teams (UK and International) including, Tax, Internal Audit, Corporate Finance, Consulting, and External Audit to help our clients address their most complex business challenges. Overall job purpose No career pathway in your current role? You won't stand still in TRA. You'll work with some of the brightest minds in this field and be a valued member of a diverse and inclusive TRA team. Your role is to add value - we'll consider all flexible working arrangements too. You'll be advising our clients on strategy and risks associated with areas such as cyber and data privacy, change programmes and transformations, third party and cloud, operational resilience, mergers and acquisitions, controls and compliance, and emerging technology (e.g. artificial intelligence, Blockchain and robotics). You'll benefit from ongoing coaching, career mentoring, and be supported by the TRA career pathway that was launched in 2021. This provides you with an opportunity to continue to develop market leading skills across our different capabilities and advance your professional development by undertaking certifications such as CISA, CISM, CIPM, CISSP, CCSP, CHECK, CREST and AWS certification. You'll be able to take your career in any direction by choosing to either specialise, or gain wide ranging skills by working across a range of industry sectors and TRA capabilities. Responsibilities There's never been a more exciting time to join us. As a TRA Associate Director you'll be: Helping your clients develop their digital strategy by leading teams that provide specialist risk assurance and advice. Staying current with the latest technology trends, leading risk management practices, and industry sector issues. Responsible for leading a TRA client portfolio in conjunction with the Partners to ensure our work adds value and is delivered timely and profitably. Responsible for the ongoing management of your client portfolio, including the development of plans and quality assurance of all aspects of the work and reporting. Performing risk management processes and developing commercial arrangements. Leading and coaching high performing teams, resource management, recruitment, and development for team members. You'll make quality time and take an interest in your team. Shaping our future by leading innovation streams that build future products, services, and solutions. Representing RSM in external meetings, including attendance at client workshops, audit committees, and regional networking events. Leading our efforts on local Corporate Social Responsible (CSR) initiatives. Building trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, and identifying opportunities where we could assist them. Developing proposals that demonstrate our capability to meet new and existing client needs. Meeting agreed business development targets. Requirements for the role You'll make decisions and take actions that are based on our values and will deliver purposeful impact where it counts. To be successful in this role you'll be: Passionate to continue your career in technology, cyber, risk management, and partner with clients. Business and commercial minded in your approach. Motivated to lead with purpose, innovate, and make a genuine lasting impact. Able to offer a strong and compelling view of technology and risk management. Self organised and able to manage your time effectively to prioritise and achieve deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Confident with excellent written, oral communication, and presentation skills. An active listener and proactive in taking action; Able to work autonomously, pro-actively, and effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. Have demonstrable experience in identifying opportunities to partner with clients and successfully deliver these. Personal and professional qualities Professionally qualified and able to demonstrate expertise in a specialist field. Relevant experience within a technology, cyber, audit, and/or risk management role. Digitally literate and able to use tools such as Microsoft Office 365. In depth understanding of technology trends and industry sector issues. Diversity and Inclusion at RSM At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion. At RSM we work hard to create an environment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, their career, their teams, and to the success of our firm and clients. We support all our people to work flexibly, to manage their family and other responsibilities alongside their work commitments; we believe this is key to achieving an inspiring and fulfilling working environment.
Merrifield Executive Search is delighted to partner with Autistica to find an Interim Director of External Affairs (12-month contract) to join the senior management team and be responsible for building the relationships that ensure Autistica creates breakthroughs for autistic people over the next decade. You will fit in well at Autistica if you are passionate about enabling high performance and you value working with a team that think in diverse ways. Job Title: Interim Director of External Affairs Organisation: Autistica Salary: 55,692.00 Contract: 12-month maternity contract Hours: 0.8 contract, over a 4-day working week. Autistica operates a 4-day working week. Location: London (One day a week in the office) Closing date: Friday 24th May 2024 Required: CV and Cover Letter Autistica is the UK's leading autism research and campaigning charity. Their mission is to create breakthroughs that enable autistic people to live happier, healthier lives. They make that happen by funding research, shaping policy and working with autistic people to make more of a difference. Key Responsibilities: Ensure autism and autism research remain policy priorities, with Autistica continuing to have strong relationships with the Department of Health and Social Care and NHS England. Ensure you build constructive collaborations and relationships with organisations working in related areas to Autistica. Develop relationships with key members of parliament ahead of the election, and post-election (both independently and in collaboration with other autism charities) Oversee, implement, and effectively deliver operational plans, a quarterly reporting cycle, monthly reporting of financial figures, and production of our annual report. You will be an effective visible leader and manager, passionately championing the charity's work and building confidence in our strategy and plans. You will champion our values and mission with enthusiasm and consistency. Who are we looking for? Experience of being at least "head of department" in an organisation overseeing planning, monitoring, management of resources within department and across an organisation. Enjoys and has a track record of overseeing change including system and process improvements. Experience of managing, leading or overseeing communications. Trustworthy and competent to others with the ability to oversee communications and policy. Able to motivate, inspire, empathise, with work with, and lead a neurodiverse team and enable a high-performance culture. Comfortable with nuance and uncertainty, with the motivation and resilience to tackle a fascinating but complex and contentious area of focus (autism and autism research). Constructively identifies opportunities to make improve which will enable our mission. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rewarding charity who have clear goals in place to help and support Autistic people. To find out more and to apply for the role, please contact Stuart Milliner from Merrifield Consultants. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.
May 13, 2024
Full time
Merrifield Executive Search is delighted to partner with Autistica to find an Interim Director of External Affairs (12-month contract) to join the senior management team and be responsible for building the relationships that ensure Autistica creates breakthroughs for autistic people over the next decade. You will fit in well at Autistica if you are passionate about enabling high performance and you value working with a team that think in diverse ways. Job Title: Interim Director of External Affairs Organisation: Autistica Salary: 55,692.00 Contract: 12-month maternity contract Hours: 0.8 contract, over a 4-day working week. Autistica operates a 4-day working week. Location: London (One day a week in the office) Closing date: Friday 24th May 2024 Required: CV and Cover Letter Autistica is the UK's leading autism research and campaigning charity. Their mission is to create breakthroughs that enable autistic people to live happier, healthier lives. They make that happen by funding research, shaping policy and working with autistic people to make more of a difference. Key Responsibilities: Ensure autism and autism research remain policy priorities, with Autistica continuing to have strong relationships with the Department of Health and Social Care and NHS England. Ensure you build constructive collaborations and relationships with organisations working in related areas to Autistica. Develop relationships with key members of parliament ahead of the election, and post-election (both independently and in collaboration with other autism charities) Oversee, implement, and effectively deliver operational plans, a quarterly reporting cycle, monthly reporting of financial figures, and production of our annual report. You will be an effective visible leader and manager, passionately championing the charity's work and building confidence in our strategy and plans. You will champion our values and mission with enthusiasm and consistency. Who are we looking for? Experience of being at least "head of department" in an organisation overseeing planning, monitoring, management of resources within department and across an organisation. Enjoys and has a track record of overseeing change including system and process improvements. Experience of managing, leading or overseeing communications. Trustworthy and competent to others with the ability to oversee communications and policy. Able to motivate, inspire, empathise, with work with, and lead a neurodiverse team and enable a high-performance culture. Comfortable with nuance and uncertainty, with the motivation and resilience to tackle a fascinating but complex and contentious area of focus (autism and autism research). Constructively identifies opportunities to make improve which will enable our mission. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rewarding charity who have clear goals in place to help and support Autistic people. To find out more and to apply for the role, please contact Stuart Milliner from Merrifield Consultants. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.
Competitive salary Mobile/Hybrid working Access to a range of benefits including: On-going training & development Private Health Insurance Aviva DigiCare+ - Employee Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work) Free meals when on site Employee Assistance Programme Holiday Purchase scheme We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance professional to join our team in Medirest in an influential and high-profile role delivering financial and commercial support to one of the company's largest regions. The Finance Business Partner will continually improve service levels, cost effectiveness and add value to commercial activities undertaken through effective business partnering. You will have visibility on site to support operators as and when the business requires and line manage and develop a remote finance teat work in each contract. As Finance Business Partner you will partner the Regional Business Director, ensuring strong commercial and operational decision making, managing financial risks and opportunities for the region whilst also developing strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. You will also be responsible for but not limited to; Working with the wider finance team to continually develop KPIs and ensure that end users are focusing on the right metrics to drive sustainable profitable growth The preparation and review of annual budgets and reforecasting Preparation and review of monthly management information including in depth variance analysis and underlying performance reporting Prepare monthly business review pack and present at MD/Head of Finance monthly meeting Balance sheet reviews and compliance with Group Accounting Manual, maintaining a full and up to date understanding of SAP and Nexus Promote working capital improvements through timely, accurate contract billing and active management of debt ledgers, also completing working capital forecasts Calculate and manage the financial risks and opportunities arising from volumetric and other contract mechanisms Financial oversight for all contract amendments and service pricing, ensuring pricing strategy is applied consistently Challenge and appraise investment decisions The successful Finance Business Partner will: Be CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified with 3+ years of post-qualification experience Have commercial experience gained in large contract management Be experienced in the preparation and review of budgeting and forecasting in a matrix environment Demonstrate advanced excel and modelling Show evidence of Business Partnering with non-financial colleagues up to a senior level Be comfortable working with uncertainty and in a fast paced environment Have strong interpersonal skills and stakeholder management Display well-developed critical thinking and problem solving with an ability to clearly present outcomes and influence stakeholders Be results orientated, with ability to take decisions when necessary and the resilience to be challenged Be a team player but with the ability to work on own initiative Have previous line management experience
May 13, 2024
Full time
Competitive salary Mobile/Hybrid working Access to a range of benefits including: On-going training & development Private Health Insurance Aviva DigiCare+ - Employee Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work) Free meals when on site Employee Assistance Programme Holiday Purchase scheme We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance professional to join our team in Medirest in an influential and high-profile role delivering financial and commercial support to one of the company's largest regions. The Finance Business Partner will continually improve service levels, cost effectiveness and add value to commercial activities undertaken through effective business partnering. You will have visibility on site to support operators as and when the business requires and line manage and develop a remote finance teat work in each contract. As Finance Business Partner you will partner the Regional Business Director, ensuring strong commercial and operational decision making, managing financial risks and opportunities for the region whilst also developing strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. You will also be responsible for but not limited to; Working with the wider finance team to continually develop KPIs and ensure that end users are focusing on the right metrics to drive sustainable profitable growth The preparation and review of annual budgets and reforecasting Preparation and review of monthly management information including in depth variance analysis and underlying performance reporting Prepare monthly business review pack and present at MD/Head of Finance monthly meeting Balance sheet reviews and compliance with Group Accounting Manual, maintaining a full and up to date understanding of SAP and Nexus Promote working capital improvements through timely, accurate contract billing and active management of debt ledgers, also completing working capital forecasts Calculate and manage the financial risks and opportunities arising from volumetric and other contract mechanisms Financial oversight for all contract amendments and service pricing, ensuring pricing strategy is applied consistently Challenge and appraise investment decisions The successful Finance Business Partner will: Be CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified with 3+ years of post-qualification experience Have commercial experience gained in large contract management Be experienced in the preparation and review of budgeting and forecasting in a matrix environment Demonstrate advanced excel and modelling Show evidence of Business Partnering with non-financial colleagues up to a senior level Be comfortable working with uncertainty and in a fast paced environment Have strong interpersonal skills and stakeholder management Display well-developed critical thinking and problem solving with an ability to clearly present outcomes and influence stakeholders Be results orientated, with ability to take decisions when necessary and the resilience to be challenged Be a team player but with the ability to work on own initiative Have previous line management experience
Location: Croydon, Guildford or London (hybrid working) About Us At Allianz we want everyone to bring their full self to work, so we invest in our people's personal and professional development. This helps us build the high performing workforce of tomorrow. We're at a pivotal moment in our history following the purchases of the LV= General Insurance Group and the General Insurance division of Legal & General, making us the second biggest general insurer in the UK and one of the largest financial groups in the world. As an organization who can offer global career opportunities, this is a great time to join us and contribute to our future and be excited about the possibilities ahead! We are currently looking to recruit a dynamic leader with a strong background in operational risk and frameworks to fulfil our Head of Operational Risk Management position. A high profile and senior role in the business, t his is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about risk management, who has strategic vision and can lead in ensuring the risk management framework is fully integrated within our business. The main purpose of this role is to support the Risk function with overseeing the effective identification, assessment, monitoring and reporting of operational risks across the business areas, with a key focus on the Allianz Personal business. With around 5000 employees and 8 million customers within this part of the business, this would be a leading role in setting the framework to manage and monitor operational risks and controls in the UK business areas. You will have the opportunity to operate collaboratively both on a UK and AZ Personal level. Key Responsibilities Ensure operational risks and controls faced by Allianz Personal are effectively managed to include overseeing the reporting of operational risks & controls as well as supporting the First Line in conducting detailed risk & control assessments as required Provide advice and challenge to the business areas in their approach to managing operational risks and driving operational resilience, acting as an SME and coordinate with the relevant risk partners the engagement with the business areas to ensure adherence to Group risk policies as well as the adequate and effective implementation and testing of controls by the business Play a leading role in setting the framework to manage and monitor operational risks and controls in the business across the UK and implementing any framework changes driven by local or Group requirements Lead in co-ordinating the key operational risk and controls processes, such as the risk & controls assessments (i.e. RCSAs, IRCS), risk incidents reporting/assessment and the control testing plans Ensure the appropriate escalation of material operational risks through the governance structure where necessary Lead and coordinate the reporting of operational risks and controls (e.g. RCSA, IRCS, Audit Committee reports) based on the internal policies and framework requirements Supporting the Chief Risk Officer and the AZP Risk Director you will assess key transformation activities and strategic decisions from an operational risk perspective Support the ongoing identification of emerging risks and trends relevant to the UK business Promote an appropriate risk culture across the business through clear strategy, training and engagement, which supports the Group's risk framework and principles Skills & Experience Significant experience in operational risk and control practices and frameworks within a regulated environment Background in Financial Services, preferably within Insurance In-depth experience with key operational risk domains such as IT, project risks or conduct risks Solid understanding of risk management framework and governance requirements Significant experience with risk reporting and analysis as well as the implementation of risk practices Strong stakeholder management and leadership experience Strong negotiation and influencing skills Recognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from - including: retail discounts and insurance cover - so you can pick a package that's perfect for you. That's on top of enjoying all the benefits you'd expect from the world's number one insurance brand, including: Private medical insurance Contributory pension scheme Life cover 30 days holiday + bank holidays Flexible buy/sell holiday options Health and Wellbeing Flexible working arrangements Full time and part time policies Employee parental support Maternity & paternity leave A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet Allianz is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Additional Requirements At Allianz we believe that the difference in our people makes the difference to our business. We're committed to removing any barriers in our recruitment process so if you're having difficulties with your online application or any other stage, please email us at Please be aware that we will require satisfactory pre-employment evidence to include DBS, Financial Probity and Fraud checks, before you can commence employment with us.
Sep 22, 2022
Full time
Location: Croydon, Guildford or London (hybrid working) About Us At Allianz we want everyone to bring their full self to work, so we invest in our people's personal and professional development. This helps us build the high performing workforce of tomorrow. We're at a pivotal moment in our history following the purchases of the LV= General Insurance Group and the General Insurance division of Legal & General, making us the second biggest general insurer in the UK and one of the largest financial groups in the world. As an organization who can offer global career opportunities, this is a great time to join us and contribute to our future and be excited about the possibilities ahead! We are currently looking to recruit a dynamic leader with a strong background in operational risk and frameworks to fulfil our Head of Operational Risk Management position. A high profile and senior role in the business, t his is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about risk management, who has strategic vision and can lead in ensuring the risk management framework is fully integrated within our business. The main purpose of this role is to support the Risk function with overseeing the effective identification, assessment, monitoring and reporting of operational risks across the business areas, with a key focus on the Allianz Personal business. With around 5000 employees and 8 million customers within this part of the business, this would be a leading role in setting the framework to manage and monitor operational risks and controls in the UK business areas. You will have the opportunity to operate collaboratively both on a UK and AZ Personal level. Key Responsibilities Ensure operational risks and controls faced by Allianz Personal are effectively managed to include overseeing the reporting of operational risks & controls as well as supporting the First Line in conducting detailed risk & control assessments as required Provide advice and challenge to the business areas in their approach to managing operational risks and driving operational resilience, acting as an SME and coordinate with the relevant risk partners the engagement with the business areas to ensure adherence to Group risk policies as well as the adequate and effective implementation and testing of controls by the business Play a leading role in setting the framework to manage and monitor operational risks and controls in the business across the UK and implementing any framework changes driven by local or Group requirements Lead in co-ordinating the key operational risk and controls processes, such as the risk & controls assessments (i.e. RCSAs, IRCS), risk incidents reporting/assessment and the control testing plans Ensure the appropriate escalation of material operational risks through the governance structure where necessary Lead and coordinate the reporting of operational risks and controls (e.g. RCSA, IRCS, Audit Committee reports) based on the internal policies and framework requirements Supporting the Chief Risk Officer and the AZP Risk Director you will assess key transformation activities and strategic decisions from an operational risk perspective Support the ongoing identification of emerging risks and trends relevant to the UK business Promote an appropriate risk culture across the business through clear strategy, training and engagement, which supports the Group's risk framework and principles Skills & Experience Significant experience in operational risk and control practices and frameworks within a regulated environment Background in Financial Services, preferably within Insurance In-depth experience with key operational risk domains such as IT, project risks or conduct risks Solid understanding of risk management framework and governance requirements Significant experience with risk reporting and analysis as well as the implementation of risk practices Strong stakeholder management and leadership experience Strong negotiation and influencing skills Recognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from - including: retail discounts and insurance cover - so you can pick a package that's perfect for you. That's on top of enjoying all the benefits you'd expect from the world's number one insurance brand, including: Private medical insurance Contributory pension scheme Life cover 30 days holiday + bank holidays Flexible buy/sell holiday options Health and Wellbeing Flexible working arrangements Full time and part time policies Employee parental support Maternity & paternity leave A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet Allianz is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Additional Requirements At Allianz we believe that the difference in our people makes the difference to our business. We're committed to removing any barriers in our recruitment process so if you're having difficulties with your online application or any other stage, please email us at Please be aware that we will require satisfactory pre-employment evidence to include DBS, Financial Probity and Fraud checks, before you can commence employment with us.
Anglian Water Services Ltd
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
£51k - £55k, salary dependant on skills and experience Permanent 37 hours a week / Full time Huntingdon and home working Anglian Water offers a flexible approach, this role provides you the flexibility to work from home and from an Anglian Water office. Your base location will be Henderson House an Anglian Water site. Do you have excellent Service Delivery and Customer Service experience? If so, we have an amazing opportunity for you! Our Information Services team has been undergoing an exciting transformation to modernise our practices, tools and platforms to enhance our services and ensure they are best positioned to play a proactive and value-orientated role across our business. What will you be doing? To help us deliver exceptional technology services to our business, we are looking for an Operational Technology (OT) Service Delivery Manager to own and manage the end to end process for OT calls from our internal customers to the OT Service Desk and then out to our OT support teams. OT plays a vital role in Anglian Water ensuring that we can remotely monitor and operate our operational assets. Working with the wider OT support and operational team you'll be accountable for ensuring a focus and continued drive for service excellence and customer centricity. As well as this, you'll also provide overall assurance that the OT Service & Support processes are fit for purpose, meeting customer needs and are being effectively operated. You will play a key role in OT change, providing input on projects and solution delivery activities as well as supporting the Strategy teams to define roadmaps, investment proposals and strategies for OT services and support. You'll own and have overall accountability for the OT Asset Introduction process, building relationships & regularly chairing reviews with Senior Leadership Teams from within our capital delivery teams & IOS) to ensure new services comply with OT Asset Standards. You will then work with the wider OT teams to ensure we effectively handover the new service into the existing OT 'Business as Usual' Service. Key responsibilities include: Measuring and reviewing the Service Level Agreements between the IS OT teams and Anglian Water Services (AWS) Senior Leadership Teams (SLT) for the provision of OT Services. Aligning the OT service processes with the existing Service Integration and Management (SIAM) governance and process framework which is based on ITIL standards. Ensuring all ITIL processes in place across the OT service are effectively operating and address any gaps or deficiencies that are identified Managing the internal OT Service Desk, ensuring tickets are managed through to resolution effectively, providing a robust and effective resource planning and management to ensure all support obligations and support hours are being managed. Ensuring that customer-focus is promoted as a core value across the service. Regularly engaging with stakeholders across AWS to measure the effectiveness of support processes managed and ensure these are aligned to the business outcomes. Working with the Senior OT Management Team and Strategy Team to support the development of the OT strategy and ensure it fits with the Anglian Water direction strategy. Developing and maintaining succession plans to ensure strength in depth for the OT Service Delivery Team As a valued employee, you'll be entitled to: Full private healthcare with no excess 26 days leave, rising with service + Bank Holidays, with the option to swap Christmas and Easter holidays for those celebrated by your religion A flexible working culture Competitive pension scheme - we double-match your contributions up to 6% Life Assurance at eight times your salary Personal Accident cover - up to 5x your salary Bonus Scheme Lots of great discounts Flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle Paid time off when you're physically and mentally unwell An excellent Family Leave package - to help you support your family What does it take to be an OT Service Delivery Manager? As our next OT Service Delivery Manager we are looking for you to have experience of working in a customer environment as well as managing staff including developing and coaching them. Ideally, you'll have experience in OT Service & Support and also IT Service Management and support. You'll have a demonstrable track record of working comfortably with projects and programmes at a management level and advising senior managers and directors. Opportunities are open to all suitably qualified candidates. Why Anglian Water? As our region flourishes it is our priority to support our economy, customers and communities; driving sustainable growth and building resilience across our services. We recently announced plans to invest £6.5 billion to protect our regions water supplies over the coming years. If you want to help us embrace new technology and the power of people to keep us at the forefront of our industry, please apply today! Closing date: 27th February 2022 Interview dates: Week commencing 7th March 2022 #loveeverydrop
Feb 20, 2022
Full time
£51k - £55k, salary dependant on skills and experience Permanent 37 hours a week / Full time Huntingdon and home working Anglian Water offers a flexible approach, this role provides you the flexibility to work from home and from an Anglian Water office. Your base location will be Henderson House an Anglian Water site. Do you have excellent Service Delivery and Customer Service experience? If so, we have an amazing opportunity for you! Our Information Services team has been undergoing an exciting transformation to modernise our practices, tools and platforms to enhance our services and ensure they are best positioned to play a proactive and value-orientated role across our business. What will you be doing? To help us deliver exceptional technology services to our business, we are looking for an Operational Technology (OT) Service Delivery Manager to own and manage the end to end process for OT calls from our internal customers to the OT Service Desk and then out to our OT support teams. OT plays a vital role in Anglian Water ensuring that we can remotely monitor and operate our operational assets. Working with the wider OT support and operational team you'll be accountable for ensuring a focus and continued drive for service excellence and customer centricity. As well as this, you'll also provide overall assurance that the OT Service & Support processes are fit for purpose, meeting customer needs and are being effectively operated. You will play a key role in OT change, providing input on projects and solution delivery activities as well as supporting the Strategy teams to define roadmaps, investment proposals and strategies for OT services and support. You'll own and have overall accountability for the OT Asset Introduction process, building relationships & regularly chairing reviews with Senior Leadership Teams from within our capital delivery teams & IOS) to ensure new services comply with OT Asset Standards. You will then work with the wider OT teams to ensure we effectively handover the new service into the existing OT 'Business as Usual' Service. Key responsibilities include: Measuring and reviewing the Service Level Agreements between the IS OT teams and Anglian Water Services (AWS) Senior Leadership Teams (SLT) for the provision of OT Services. Aligning the OT service processes with the existing Service Integration and Management (SIAM) governance and process framework which is based on ITIL standards. Ensuring all ITIL processes in place across the OT service are effectively operating and address any gaps or deficiencies that are identified Managing the internal OT Service Desk, ensuring tickets are managed through to resolution effectively, providing a robust and effective resource planning and management to ensure all support obligations and support hours are being managed. Ensuring that customer-focus is promoted as a core value across the service. Regularly engaging with stakeholders across AWS to measure the effectiveness of support processes managed and ensure these are aligned to the business outcomes. Working with the Senior OT Management Team and Strategy Team to support the development of the OT strategy and ensure it fits with the Anglian Water direction strategy. Developing and maintaining succession plans to ensure strength in depth for the OT Service Delivery Team As a valued employee, you'll be entitled to: Full private healthcare with no excess 26 days leave, rising with service + Bank Holidays, with the option to swap Christmas and Easter holidays for those celebrated by your religion A flexible working culture Competitive pension scheme - we double-match your contributions up to 6% Life Assurance at eight times your salary Personal Accident cover - up to 5x your salary Bonus Scheme Lots of great discounts Flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle Paid time off when you're physically and mentally unwell An excellent Family Leave package - to help you support your family What does it take to be an OT Service Delivery Manager? As our next OT Service Delivery Manager we are looking for you to have experience of working in a customer environment as well as managing staff including developing and coaching them. Ideally, you'll have experience in OT Service & Support and also IT Service Management and support. You'll have a demonstrable track record of working comfortably with projects and programmes at a management level and advising senior managers and directors. Opportunities are open to all suitably qualified candidates. Why Anglian Water? As our region flourishes it is our priority to support our economy, customers and communities; driving sustainable growth and building resilience across our services. We recently announced plans to invest £6.5 billion to protect our regions water supplies over the coming years. If you want to help us embrace new technology and the power of people to keep us at the forefront of our industry, please apply today! Closing date: 27th February 2022 Interview dates: Week commencing 7th March 2022 #loveeverydrop
Company Description Inmarsat has been at the forefront of global mobile satellite communications for over forty years, and is the market leading provider of voice and high-speed data communications for users on land, at sea and in the air through its constellation of 14 geostationary satellites. Inmarsat is a privately owned company with a profitable track record and significant growth aspirations. This is represented by more than 55 nationalities in the workforce, reflecting the global and dynamic nature of the business. With an investment of over $3 billion in its latest network infrastructure, Inmarsat is at the forefront of global mobile communications innovation. Chief Operations Office Inmarsat's Chief Operations Office (COO) plays a vital role managing the services that keep our business running and delivering to our customers. COO consists of 9 functions including: Satellite Operations, Network Operations, Service Assurance, Service Delivery Aviation and Customer Assurance, Service Delivery and Supply Chain, Project Management Office, Global Cyber Security and Group IT Job Description Primary role purpose: The mission of Inmarsat's GS&C is to provide resilience across the Inmarsat operational and IT infrastructure to ensure continued operations under adverse conditions. Inmarsat's GS&C maintains a portfolio of information security projects and leads an implementation programme that is aligned to the Chief Operation Office's (COO) strategic objectives and the wider organisation business priorities. Reporting to the Senior Director, Security Strategy, Governance and Risk Management, the Senior Manager, Cyber Security Programme & Portfolio will be responsible for leading the lifecycle of the entire portfolio, from project initiation to closure, coaching and supervising individual project managers as required. Working in close alignment with Security Architecture & Engineering and Security Operations, COO Programme Management Office (PMO) and Finance assuring that projects are delivered within schedule and budget. The role requires advanced analytical skills and confident and assured presentation skills; and frequent interactions with senior colleagues to add value to their decision making process. The job holder will develop and implement project management best practices and standards within the team and share best practices and deliver improvements in partnership with COO PMO and other areas; and will define and implement appropriate metrics so that relevant KPIs can be produced to track and measure performances. The Portfolio Management process will be closely aligned to the Information Security Risk Management process; and will support ISO 27001 and NIST Cyber Security Framework maturity. The Senior Manager, Cyber Security Programme & Portfolio will be accountable for the success of the short-term (annual) programme; and for the 5-year plan that will be aligned to rolling Long range Business Plan (LRBP) revisited annually. A key responsibility of the job is to contribute to the definition of OPEX and CAPEX budgets that support the agreed portfolio; and to work closely with Finance to make sure that expenditure profile stay within budget forecast. The job holder will make independent decisions which will help Inmarsat to prioritise projects based on the MoSCoW method (Must Have, Should Have, Could Have, Won't Have this time). You will be the go to person for Portfolio Management Reporting and Governance within the team and also to stakeholders outside the team. You will drive and bring stakeholders at all levels together to successfully implement change and deliver benefits aligned to Inmarsat's long term Business Goals and strategic Blue Chips. You will report to Executives and Management on the progress of the projects portfolio and financial performances. Maintaining high professional standards, with exceptional organisational skills, the job holder will be the go-to person to prioritise projects based on their information security risks and drive organisational efficiency. He/she will be able to understand complex cyber security challenges and to articulate them clearly to people at all levels across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Managing the lifecycle of the Cyber Security Project Portfolio on behalf of the Global Security and Cyber Team: o Implementing high standards of Governance and Reporting for Portfolio Management within GS&C; o Delivering Process improvements; o Developing and implementing governance and reporting controls; o Developing and implementing improvement frameworks for GS&C; o Developing metrics, KPIs and automating reporting capabilities Leading and inspiring innovative opportunities to continually improve the Cyber Security Programme and Portfolio implementation process: o Aligning projects in the portfolio with the risks identified in the Information Security Risk Register; o Developing and implementing best practices and standards Managing GS&C budget: o Supporting the short-term (annual) and long-term (LRBP) input process; o Determine which activities will be prioritised using the MoSCoW method; o Implementing financial tracking and reporting Prepare, maintain and present Business Briefs and Business Cases o Ability to interact with senior stakeholders and secure support and approval for new activities to enter the project portfolio Building strong relationships within the organisation to support and enhance a high performing collaborative approach to achieving departmental goals; Confidently and quickly undertaking special projects as required Prioritising and delegating work as appropriate Providing high quality advice and well considered recommendations backed up by accurate and perceptive analysis Engaging with the external security community to maintain understanding of threat environment and protective technology Contributing to internal communication materials for the wider organisation Engaging with stakeholders external to implement and drive positive change, supporting Inmarsat's High Performance Culture and Blue Chips Qualifications Essential Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrable knowledge and previous work experience of Information Security Programme and Portfolio Management Demonstrable knowledge of financial budgeting and accounting Demonstrable knowledge and previous work experience of ISO 27000 family of standards. Excellent inter-personal skills Comfortable and confident in leading change Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities Resilient and confident under pressure Comfortable communicating at all levels of the organisation Capable of making effective and informed decisions independently Able to see the big picture Demonstrable record of delivering at pace Solid leadership and decision making skills Desirable Knowledge and skills: Formal education or qualifications in Information Security preferred, e.g. MSc Information Security; CISM, CISSP Working knowledge of NIST SP.800-53 Working knowledge of NIST Framework for Improving Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Experience in Risk Management / ISO 27005 Understanding of Crisis Management and Business Continuity Knowledge of CERT Resilience Management Model Additional Information You must be eligible to work in this location advertised. Inmarsat Values: Our values define Inmarsat's culture and represent what we believe in. Inmarsat employees aspire to certain behaviours which support our corporate values, they create a stronger working environment and lie at the heart of our continued success as an organisation. Accountability - taking ownership, getting results and keeping our promises Respect - collaborating, embracing diversity and valuing differences Excellence - creating bold solutions for our customers and putting quality at the heart of everything we do
Jan 04, 2022
Full time
Company Description Inmarsat has been at the forefront of global mobile satellite communications for over forty years, and is the market leading provider of voice and high-speed data communications for users on land, at sea and in the air through its constellation of 14 geostationary satellites. Inmarsat is a privately owned company with a profitable track record and significant growth aspirations. This is represented by more than 55 nationalities in the workforce, reflecting the global and dynamic nature of the business. With an investment of over $3 billion in its latest network infrastructure, Inmarsat is at the forefront of global mobile communications innovation. Chief Operations Office Inmarsat's Chief Operations Office (COO) plays a vital role managing the services that keep our business running and delivering to our customers. COO consists of 9 functions including: Satellite Operations, Network Operations, Service Assurance, Service Delivery Aviation and Customer Assurance, Service Delivery and Supply Chain, Project Management Office, Global Cyber Security and Group IT Job Description Primary role purpose: The mission of Inmarsat's GS&C is to provide resilience across the Inmarsat operational and IT infrastructure to ensure continued operations under adverse conditions. Inmarsat's GS&C maintains a portfolio of information security projects and leads an implementation programme that is aligned to the Chief Operation Office's (COO) strategic objectives and the wider organisation business priorities. Reporting to the Senior Director, Security Strategy, Governance and Risk Management, the Senior Manager, Cyber Security Programme & Portfolio will be responsible for leading the lifecycle of the entire portfolio, from project initiation to closure, coaching and supervising individual project managers as required. Working in close alignment with Security Architecture & Engineering and Security Operations, COO Programme Management Office (PMO) and Finance assuring that projects are delivered within schedule and budget. The role requires advanced analytical skills and confident and assured presentation skills; and frequent interactions with senior colleagues to add value to their decision making process. The job holder will develop and implement project management best practices and standards within the team and share best practices and deliver improvements in partnership with COO PMO and other areas; and will define and implement appropriate metrics so that relevant KPIs can be produced to track and measure performances. The Portfolio Management process will be closely aligned to the Information Security Risk Management process; and will support ISO 27001 and NIST Cyber Security Framework maturity. The Senior Manager, Cyber Security Programme & Portfolio will be accountable for the success of the short-term (annual) programme; and for the 5-year plan that will be aligned to rolling Long range Business Plan (LRBP) revisited annually. A key responsibility of the job is to contribute to the definition of OPEX and CAPEX budgets that support the agreed portfolio; and to work closely with Finance to make sure that expenditure profile stay within budget forecast. The job holder will make independent decisions which will help Inmarsat to prioritise projects based on the MoSCoW method (Must Have, Should Have, Could Have, Won't Have this time). You will be the go to person for Portfolio Management Reporting and Governance within the team and also to stakeholders outside the team. You will drive and bring stakeholders at all levels together to successfully implement change and deliver benefits aligned to Inmarsat's long term Business Goals and strategic Blue Chips. You will report to Executives and Management on the progress of the projects portfolio and financial performances. Maintaining high professional standards, with exceptional organisational skills, the job holder will be the go-to person to prioritise projects based on their information security risks and drive organisational efficiency. He/she will be able to understand complex cyber security challenges and to articulate them clearly to people at all levels across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Managing the lifecycle of the Cyber Security Project Portfolio on behalf of the Global Security and Cyber Team: o Implementing high standards of Governance and Reporting for Portfolio Management within GS&C; o Delivering Process improvements; o Developing and implementing governance and reporting controls; o Developing and implementing improvement frameworks for GS&C; o Developing metrics, KPIs and automating reporting capabilities Leading and inspiring innovative opportunities to continually improve the Cyber Security Programme and Portfolio implementation process: o Aligning projects in the portfolio with the risks identified in the Information Security Risk Register; o Developing and implementing best practices and standards Managing GS&C budget: o Supporting the short-term (annual) and long-term (LRBP) input process; o Determine which activities will be prioritised using the MoSCoW method; o Implementing financial tracking and reporting Prepare, maintain and present Business Briefs and Business Cases o Ability to interact with senior stakeholders and secure support and approval for new activities to enter the project portfolio Building strong relationships within the organisation to support and enhance a high performing collaborative approach to achieving departmental goals; Confidently and quickly undertaking special projects as required Prioritising and delegating work as appropriate Providing high quality advice and well considered recommendations backed up by accurate and perceptive analysis Engaging with the external security community to maintain understanding of threat environment and protective technology Contributing to internal communication materials for the wider organisation Engaging with stakeholders external to implement and drive positive change, supporting Inmarsat's High Performance Culture and Blue Chips Qualifications Essential Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrable knowledge and previous work experience of Information Security Programme and Portfolio Management Demonstrable knowledge of financial budgeting and accounting Demonstrable knowledge and previous work experience of ISO 27000 family of standards. Excellent inter-personal skills Comfortable and confident in leading change Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities Resilient and confident under pressure Comfortable communicating at all levels of the organisation Capable of making effective and informed decisions independently Able to see the big picture Demonstrable record of delivering at pace Solid leadership and decision making skills Desirable Knowledge and skills: Formal education or qualifications in Information Security preferred, e.g. MSc Information Security; CISM, CISSP Working knowledge of NIST SP.800-53 Working knowledge of NIST Framework for Improving Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Experience in Risk Management / ISO 27005 Understanding of Crisis Management and Business Continuity Knowledge of CERT Resilience Management Model Additional Information You must be eligible to work in this location advertised. Inmarsat Values: Our values define Inmarsat's culture and represent what we believe in. Inmarsat employees aspire to certain behaviours which support our corporate values, they create a stronger working environment and lie at the heart of our continued success as an organisation. Accountability - taking ownership, getting results and keeping our promises Respect - collaborating, embracing diversity and valuing differences Excellence - creating bold solutions for our customers and putting quality at the heart of everything we do