About the role As the Head of Legal and Compliance at Hokodo, you will lead the development of our legal and compliance function, overseeing key projects such as financing rounds and international expansions and ensuring adherence to regulatory obligations. Your strategic guidance will be critical in managing risks across various domains, from corporate and commercial to regulatory compliance and litigation. Collaborating closely with senior leadership, you'll drive the negotiation and structuring of complex transactions while optimising legal spend and fostering best practices. This role offers the opportunity to shape the legal and compliance landscape of a high-growth startup, making a direct impact on our trajectory and success. Location: We would like you to work from our office in London or Paris for two days per week, joining our team of dedicated professionals and making your mark on the world of B2B e-commerce. About Hokodo We're an international and diverse team, based in London, Vilnius and Paris, working to modernise B2B payments. Our B2B Buy Now, Pay Later solution enables merchants to offer credit terms to their business customers instantly, resulting in a 40% average increase in revenue for integrated merchants. We are scaling rapidly across Western Europe, with a list of stellar clients and have raised a total of over $50 million to support our mission of enabling 1 million businesses to access a better way to pay by 2025 . Join us in our efforts, as we have already made good progress with 50,000+ businesses regularly using Hokodo , but need your support to take us to the next level! What you'll be doing - If you get excited by the following, this is the role for you. Lead the legal and compliance function within Hokodo. Support the management team with strategic decision making on topics such as international expansion and development of our payment, lending and insurance products. Support and manage the legal structuring, negotiation and contracting for key projects such as debt and equity financing rounds, new product development, and the launch of new partnerships. Ensure we remain compliant with our regulatory obligations in particular in relation to our regulated payments and insurance entities. Ensure our corporate, IP, compliance, commercial and litigation risks are identified and managed. Oversight of our compliance infrastructure including our strategy and roadmap, policies and procedures, monitoring plan. Manage our relationships with external regulators and legal advisers, and ensure our legal spend is optimised. Develop best practices and training to help the business manage risks and drive the implementation of improved processes to help us scale. Who we're looking for - At Hokodo, we prioritise hiring individuals who share our mission and values, and possess the right attitudes and behaviours for success. While some of the listed requirements may be important, don't worry if you don't meet all of them, we'd still like to hear from you. At least 5 years experience post-qualification as a lawyer in the UK or EU Experience operating in a senior legal role within a UK or EU regulated financial services company Familiarity with payments regulations in the UK or EU Experience negotiating or managing complex transactions such as equity or debt financing Strategic thinker who can evaluate complex trade-offs to reach pragmatic implementable recommendations Ability to deal with ambiguity and work well in a fast-paced environment, without sacrificing attention to detail Comfortable managing complex stakeholder relationships including the board and internal and external executives and regulatory authorities. Comfort working in English, either as a first language or business fluent second language Nice to have: Exposure to work in an international environment Experience working with debt financing or securitisation structures French speaking Interview Process Intro, company fit and run through career history with the Talent team - 30-45 minutes - Video Call Technical, competency and team fit interview with the CEO - 60 minutes - Video Call Case Study - Prepare a customer review and present to the CEO and another member of leadership team - 60 minutes - Video Call Meet the team and Co Founder - Circa 90 minutes - Face 2 Face What's in it for you? We're offering the chance to really make a difference to Hokodo and the wider B2B payments and e-commerce industry. The opportunity for personal growth in a fast-moving startup is massive. Your opinion and feedback will be heard and valued. You'll feel a part of a very special team. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including share options. Share Options ️ Holiday entitlement : 25 days + bank holidays Annual Learning and Development budget ️ Globetrotter travel policy: Spend up to 60 days abroad each calendar year Health Insurance Taking well being seriously: Access to qualified therapist, confidentially via video or chat through Spill Enhanced Parental Leave Yearly offsites and other company socials: Previously, we have been to Malta & Majorca , as well as regular meetups in London, Paris and Lithuania . Pension: (we know this is not really a benefit - but we get asked a lot about pension contributions) Employer contribution of 3% and individual contribution of 5% based on qualified earnings. Our values Hokodo is more than a place to work. We're passionate about making our industry better and aren't afraid of the competition. We pride ourselves on our culture of down to earth employees who are always willing to go the extra mile to help each other out! Own the Outcome - We're committed to our tasks, and take pride in the outcome. It's never "not my job". We are bold, we are brave, and we embrace change in all its forms. Trust and Build Trust - We are committed to earning and fostering trust through honest communication and deliberate actions. We support our team and value each other's time, input, and take local decisions where possible. Never Be Satisfied - We challenge the norms and act boldly, even if it means failing. We are reflective, always learn from our mistakes, and continuously seek feedback and ways to improve. When something's not quite right, we crave to fix it. We're open to being challenged, and challenge others openly. No Passion, No Point - We bring passion and energy to everything we do. We get a lot done, and we have a good time doing it. We take every opportunity to celebrate our hard work, our wins - and some of our failures too! Be Genuine (No BS) - We are truthful and honest in our actions. We embrace and respect our individuality and encourage people to speak their mind. We are transparent and committed to doing what's best for each other, our customers and our company. Put simply, we care . Don't tick all of the boxes? Neither do we. We are driven by hiring not only by experience and relevance for the role but also our mission and values, and possess the right attitudes and behaviours for success. We celebrate anything 'outside of the box', so if you don't meet all of the listed tickbox criteria, please do still apply as we'd love to hear from you. The diversity of our team reflects the diversity of our community and customers. We not only welcome but celebrate diverse communities. We feel we have an empowering environment where everyone is supported and respected, and we want you to feel this too. We welcome new ideas, thinking and approaches and listen intently, and we are strongly committed to learning and improving on this as we grow.
May 05, 2024
Full time
About the role As the Head of Legal and Compliance at Hokodo, you will lead the development of our legal and compliance function, overseeing key projects such as financing rounds and international expansions and ensuring adherence to regulatory obligations. Your strategic guidance will be critical in managing risks across various domains, from corporate and commercial to regulatory compliance and litigation. Collaborating closely with senior leadership, you'll drive the negotiation and structuring of complex transactions while optimising legal spend and fostering best practices. This role offers the opportunity to shape the legal and compliance landscape of a high-growth startup, making a direct impact on our trajectory and success. Location: We would like you to work from our office in London or Paris for two days per week, joining our team of dedicated professionals and making your mark on the world of B2B e-commerce. About Hokodo We're an international and diverse team, based in London, Vilnius and Paris, working to modernise B2B payments. Our B2B Buy Now, Pay Later solution enables merchants to offer credit terms to their business customers instantly, resulting in a 40% average increase in revenue for integrated merchants. We are scaling rapidly across Western Europe, with a list of stellar clients and have raised a total of over $50 million to support our mission of enabling 1 million businesses to access a better way to pay by 2025 . Join us in our efforts, as we have already made good progress with 50,000+ businesses regularly using Hokodo , but need your support to take us to the next level! What you'll be doing - If you get excited by the following, this is the role for you. Lead the legal and compliance function within Hokodo. Support the management team with strategic decision making on topics such as international expansion and development of our payment, lending and insurance products. Support and manage the legal structuring, negotiation and contracting for key projects such as debt and equity financing rounds, new product development, and the launch of new partnerships. Ensure we remain compliant with our regulatory obligations in particular in relation to our regulated payments and insurance entities. Ensure our corporate, IP, compliance, commercial and litigation risks are identified and managed. Oversight of our compliance infrastructure including our strategy and roadmap, policies and procedures, monitoring plan. Manage our relationships with external regulators and legal advisers, and ensure our legal spend is optimised. Develop best practices and training to help the business manage risks and drive the implementation of improved processes to help us scale. Who we're looking for - At Hokodo, we prioritise hiring individuals who share our mission and values, and possess the right attitudes and behaviours for success. While some of the listed requirements may be important, don't worry if you don't meet all of them, we'd still like to hear from you. At least 5 years experience post-qualification as a lawyer in the UK or EU Experience operating in a senior legal role within a UK or EU regulated financial services company Familiarity with payments regulations in the UK or EU Experience negotiating or managing complex transactions such as equity or debt financing Strategic thinker who can evaluate complex trade-offs to reach pragmatic implementable recommendations Ability to deal with ambiguity and work well in a fast-paced environment, without sacrificing attention to detail Comfortable managing complex stakeholder relationships including the board and internal and external executives and regulatory authorities. Comfort working in English, either as a first language or business fluent second language Nice to have: Exposure to work in an international environment Experience working with debt financing or securitisation structures French speaking Interview Process Intro, company fit and run through career history with the Talent team - 30-45 minutes - Video Call Technical, competency and team fit interview with the CEO - 60 minutes - Video Call Case Study - Prepare a customer review and present to the CEO and another member of leadership team - 60 minutes - Video Call Meet the team and Co Founder - Circa 90 minutes - Face 2 Face What's in it for you? We're offering the chance to really make a difference to Hokodo and the wider B2B payments and e-commerce industry. The opportunity for personal growth in a fast-moving startup is massive. Your opinion and feedback will be heard and valued. You'll feel a part of a very special team. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including share options. Share Options ️ Holiday entitlement : 25 days + bank holidays Annual Learning and Development budget ️ Globetrotter travel policy: Spend up to 60 days abroad each calendar year Health Insurance Taking well being seriously: Access to qualified therapist, confidentially via video or chat through Spill Enhanced Parental Leave Yearly offsites and other company socials: Previously, we have been to Malta & Majorca , as well as regular meetups in London, Paris and Lithuania . Pension: (we know this is not really a benefit - but we get asked a lot about pension contributions) Employer contribution of 3% and individual contribution of 5% based on qualified earnings. Our values Hokodo is more than a place to work. We're passionate about making our industry better and aren't afraid of the competition. We pride ourselves on our culture of down to earth employees who are always willing to go the extra mile to help each other out! Own the Outcome - We're committed to our tasks, and take pride in the outcome. It's never "not my job". We are bold, we are brave, and we embrace change in all its forms. Trust and Build Trust - We are committed to earning and fostering trust through honest communication and deliberate actions. We support our team and value each other's time, input, and take local decisions where possible. Never Be Satisfied - We challenge the norms and act boldly, even if it means failing. We are reflective, always learn from our mistakes, and continuously seek feedback and ways to improve. When something's not quite right, we crave to fix it. We're open to being challenged, and challenge others openly. No Passion, No Point - We bring passion and energy to everything we do. We get a lot done, and we have a good time doing it. We take every opportunity to celebrate our hard work, our wins - and some of our failures too! Be Genuine (No BS) - We are truthful and honest in our actions. We embrace and respect our individuality and encourage people to speak their mind. We are transparent and committed to doing what's best for each other, our customers and our company. Put simply, we care . Don't tick all of the boxes? Neither do we. We are driven by hiring not only by experience and relevance for the role but also our mission and values, and possess the right attitudes and behaviours for success. We celebrate anything 'outside of the box', so if you don't meet all of the listed tickbox criteria, please do still apply as we'd love to hear from you. The diversity of our team reflects the diversity of our community and customers. We not only welcome but celebrate diverse communities. We feel we have an empowering environment where everyone is supported and respected, and we want you to feel this too. We welcome new ideas, thinking and approaches and listen intently, and we are strongly committed to learning and improving on this as we grow.
We are currently recruiting for fast growing and highly ambitious broking group, who have several offices, and are now keen to add 2 new Account Handlers to their team, to work from their Orpington office. This firm have impressive long-term growth plans, backed by an ambitious owner, so offer a great place to work for career motivated individuals. They handle a wide array of commercial risks well as some HNW business, but this role will focus on the commercial side of the business. As a Commercial Account Handler, you will be responsible for handling all types of commercial insurance which will include Commercial Combined, Shop, Office, Liability, Motor Fleet, Professional Indemnity, BI and D & O. You will handle a book of existing clients and be responsible for managing their accounts on a day to day basis, supporting the Account Executives and Directors. In order to be considered for this role, you will need to have at least 1 year + experience gained already in Commercial Insurance working in a broking role. Individuals who are working towards there CII qualification would be at a distinct advantage however this is not essential. You will have a professional, driven attitude and will be able to establish strong relationships with clients to obtain repeat business. Acturis experience is also preferred. On offer is a salary of £27-30k depending on experience Office hours are Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5pm If you would like to discuss this role in more detail, please contact Kieran Boyle at CKB Recruitment
May 05, 2024
Full time
We are currently recruiting for fast growing and highly ambitious broking group, who have several offices, and are now keen to add 2 new Account Handlers to their team, to work from their Orpington office. This firm have impressive long-term growth plans, backed by an ambitious owner, so offer a great place to work for career motivated individuals. They handle a wide array of commercial risks well as some HNW business, but this role will focus on the commercial side of the business. As a Commercial Account Handler, you will be responsible for handling all types of commercial insurance which will include Commercial Combined, Shop, Office, Liability, Motor Fleet, Professional Indemnity, BI and D & O. You will handle a book of existing clients and be responsible for managing their accounts on a day to day basis, supporting the Account Executives and Directors. In order to be considered for this role, you will need to have at least 1 year + experience gained already in Commercial Insurance working in a broking role. Individuals who are working towards there CII qualification would be at a distinct advantage however this is not essential. You will have a professional, driven attitude and will be able to establish strong relationships with clients to obtain repeat business. Acturis experience is also preferred. On offer is a salary of £27-30k depending on experience Office hours are Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5pm If you would like to discuss this role in more detail, please contact Kieran Boyle at CKB Recruitment
Details Reference number 351240 Salary £42,991 - £71,649 Base salary band is £42,991 - £60,649 with an additional DDaT allowance of £4,350 - £11,000 available. The final salary and allowance awarded will be based on an assessment of your skills and experience as demonstrated at interview. Please note that the minimum salary does not reflect the 2023/24 pay deal and we are therefore expecting this to increase in the near future. A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27% Job grade Senior Executive Officer Grade 7 DDaT Principle Contract type Permanent Business area CH - Digital Services Type of role Architecture and Data Digital Information Technology Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Homeworking, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 4 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Remote working (anywhere in the UK) About the job Job summary A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the Companies House architecture team as a Lead Technical Architect, a key role in a small, high performing team within an organisation that truly values its staff. The team is responsible for developing technical architectures that deliver business objectives, while supporting and encouraging one another to create the most effective designs with a focus on delivering value. Team working is highly valued along with a willingness to challenge established thinking and ways of working. This is an opportunity to advance your knowledge and technical understanding in a high-profile role which has an impact across the organisation, developing systems that are used nationally and at high volume. We're currently fulfilling around 14 million search requests per day with users including the general public, businesses, the police and other government organisations. In this role you will work with the wider Digital and Data Directorate, working closely with business stakeholders to develop technical designs that address business priorities and guide the development teams in creating robust, secure solutions. This is an opportunity to work with the latest cloud technologies, develop microservice architectures and shape the technical direction of the organisation. You will have excellent technical skills, proven architecture design experience and a background in software engineering. Our current technology stack primarily comprises node.js, Java/Spring and MongoDB running in AWS and some exposure to these technologies would be beneficial, but we would consider applications from anyone with exposure to similar technologies. We offer an excellent benefits package that includes a generous 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day, flexitime with no core hours and enrolment into the Civil Service Pension Scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. To find out more about what a great place Companies House is to work visit Companies House Further information on Companies House Services can be found here Job description We're looking for a Technical Architect whose responsibilities will include: Providing technical guidance and architectural designs to help shape the future digital services at Companies House, and effectively communicating these to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Helping establish and maintain architectural principles, strategy, governance and technical direction for Companies House services. Working closely with the architecture team to ensure designs are consistent and fit for purpose. Keeping up to date new technologies and processes and applying this knowledge to improve our services. Working closely with development teams, ensuring their output adheres to the architectural designs. This is an exciting opportunity in digital services, designing and delivering quality services to our users. By helping us to shape our services, you'll have the opportunity to be at the forefront of digital transformation in government. Person specification We are looking for someone to be part of our team in a time of great change and to play an integral part in shaping the architecture and design of future digital services that are used worldwide, help tackle economic crime at a national level and provide confidence to the UK economy. We want someone keen to improve their skills using new and exciting technologies and develop their career working on diverse projects with a focus on continuous improvement, while being part of a supportive high-profile team. We are seeking a talented individual who not only excels in architectural design but also possesses exceptional communication skills to effectively engage with colleagues and stakeholders across the business. Experience We are looking for the following experience, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Please refer to the bullet points below when writing your personal statement. Experience in several of the following would be desirable: Technical Architecture Design Experience. Technical Lead or Lead Development Experience. Designing redundant, distributed services at scale, covering all aspects of the technology stack, including infrastructure following microservice architecture patterns. Experience of public cloud service offerings, especially IaaS / PaaS. Experience of integrating third party and in house developed systems. Demonstrate experience of translating user requirements to solution designs. Knowledge of architectural tools, methods and industry best practice. Demonstrate ability to think strategically whilst having a strong focus on technologies and operational service delivery. Technical Skills We are looking for the following technical skills, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Please refer to the bullet points below when writing your personal statement. Proven commercial experience of a selection of the following technologies/skills is desirable but demonstrating a positive attitude and having an aptitude to learn is more important: Microservices Architectures API Development Cloud Computing Platforms Designing Secure and Scalable Systems NoSQL Databases Relational Databases Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Seeing the Big Picture Benefits Alongside your salary of £42,991, Companies House contributes £12,454 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Please note that the minimum salary does not reflect the 2023/24 pay deal and we are therefore expecting this to increase in the near future. We believe that our success is driven by the well-being and satisfaction of our team members at all levels of the organisation. At Companies House we're committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary, ensuring your career journey with us is not only fulfilling, but also rewarding. We pride ourselves on offering a quality work-life balance with our employee wellbeing being central to our working practices. Head to Our benefits - Working for us - Recruitment (companieshouse.gov.uk) to find out more about the fantastic benefits package we have at Companies House. About us Our aim is to be the best registry in the world achieved through brilliant people working on brilliant systems delivering brilliant services. We are currently delivering an organisation wide transformation programme focussing on a complete redesign of our digital services, target operating model and culture. This change will need different skills, capabilities and mindset where adaptable, bold and curious behaviours are the norm and empowerment is encouraged and utilised. To find out more about the great things we're doing at Companies House please have a look at our blog posts and podcasts. Companies House values its people, their contributions and has created a real sense of community where people seek to create strong connections. Our commitment to learning and development is exceptional, and we believe passionately in the employee experience with is prevalent through the engagement, wellbeing and development strategies which have resulted in Platinum Investors in People and MIND index awards. We encourage professional development, celebrate success and live our values to effect real change. We celebrate diversity As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity, being committed to ensuring we're representative of the citizens we serve and creating an inclusive environment. Everyone in Companies House brings something different, and so will you. To fulfil our commitment to recruiting and attracting diverse talent we welcome applications from underrepresented groups. We also welcome applications from Welsh speakers. The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service D&I Strategy. Where will you be working? We are currently using a hybrid approach to the way we work. The majority of our digital teams are based in our Cardiff head office. Remote/homeworking contracts will only be offered to successful candidates who are not within a commutable distance to our Cardiff office . click apply for full job details
May 05, 2024
Full time
Details Reference number 351240 Salary £42,991 - £71,649 Base salary band is £42,991 - £60,649 with an additional DDaT allowance of £4,350 - £11,000 available. The final salary and allowance awarded will be based on an assessment of your skills and experience as demonstrated at interview. Please note that the minimum salary does not reflect the 2023/24 pay deal and we are therefore expecting this to increase in the near future. A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27% Job grade Senior Executive Officer Grade 7 DDaT Principle Contract type Permanent Business area CH - Digital Services Type of role Architecture and Data Digital Information Technology Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Homeworking, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 4 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Remote working (anywhere in the UK) About the job Job summary A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the Companies House architecture team as a Lead Technical Architect, a key role in a small, high performing team within an organisation that truly values its staff. The team is responsible for developing technical architectures that deliver business objectives, while supporting and encouraging one another to create the most effective designs with a focus on delivering value. Team working is highly valued along with a willingness to challenge established thinking and ways of working. This is an opportunity to advance your knowledge and technical understanding in a high-profile role which has an impact across the organisation, developing systems that are used nationally and at high volume. We're currently fulfilling around 14 million search requests per day with users including the general public, businesses, the police and other government organisations. In this role you will work with the wider Digital and Data Directorate, working closely with business stakeholders to develop technical designs that address business priorities and guide the development teams in creating robust, secure solutions. This is an opportunity to work with the latest cloud technologies, develop microservice architectures and shape the technical direction of the organisation. You will have excellent technical skills, proven architecture design experience and a background in software engineering. Our current technology stack primarily comprises node.js, Java/Spring and MongoDB running in AWS and some exposure to these technologies would be beneficial, but we would consider applications from anyone with exposure to similar technologies. We offer an excellent benefits package that includes a generous 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day, flexitime with no core hours and enrolment into the Civil Service Pension Scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. To find out more about what a great place Companies House is to work visit Companies House Further information on Companies House Services can be found here Job description We're looking for a Technical Architect whose responsibilities will include: Providing technical guidance and architectural designs to help shape the future digital services at Companies House, and effectively communicating these to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Helping establish and maintain architectural principles, strategy, governance and technical direction for Companies House services. Working closely with the architecture team to ensure designs are consistent and fit for purpose. Keeping up to date new technologies and processes and applying this knowledge to improve our services. Working closely with development teams, ensuring their output adheres to the architectural designs. This is an exciting opportunity in digital services, designing and delivering quality services to our users. By helping us to shape our services, you'll have the opportunity to be at the forefront of digital transformation in government. Person specification We are looking for someone to be part of our team in a time of great change and to play an integral part in shaping the architecture and design of future digital services that are used worldwide, help tackle economic crime at a national level and provide confidence to the UK economy. We want someone keen to improve their skills using new and exciting technologies and develop their career working on diverse projects with a focus on continuous improvement, while being part of a supportive high-profile team. We are seeking a talented individual who not only excels in architectural design but also possesses exceptional communication skills to effectively engage with colleagues and stakeholders across the business. Experience We are looking for the following experience, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Please refer to the bullet points below when writing your personal statement. Experience in several of the following would be desirable: Technical Architecture Design Experience. Technical Lead or Lead Development Experience. Designing redundant, distributed services at scale, covering all aspects of the technology stack, including infrastructure following microservice architecture patterns. Experience of public cloud service offerings, especially IaaS / PaaS. Experience of integrating third party and in house developed systems. Demonstrate experience of translating user requirements to solution designs. Knowledge of architectural tools, methods and industry best practice. Demonstrate ability to think strategically whilst having a strong focus on technologies and operational service delivery. Technical Skills We are looking for the following technical skills, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Please refer to the bullet points below when writing your personal statement. Proven commercial experience of a selection of the following technologies/skills is desirable but demonstrating a positive attitude and having an aptitude to learn is more important: Microservices Architectures API Development Cloud Computing Platforms Designing Secure and Scalable Systems NoSQL Databases Relational Databases Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Seeing the Big Picture Benefits Alongside your salary of £42,991, Companies House contributes £12,454 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Please note that the minimum salary does not reflect the 2023/24 pay deal and we are therefore expecting this to increase in the near future. We believe that our success is driven by the well-being and satisfaction of our team members at all levels of the organisation. At Companies House we're committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary, ensuring your career journey with us is not only fulfilling, but also rewarding. We pride ourselves on offering a quality work-life balance with our employee wellbeing being central to our working practices. Head to Our benefits - Working for us - Recruitment (companieshouse.gov.uk) to find out more about the fantastic benefits package we have at Companies House. About us Our aim is to be the best registry in the world achieved through brilliant people working on brilliant systems delivering brilliant services. We are currently delivering an organisation wide transformation programme focussing on a complete redesign of our digital services, target operating model and culture. This change will need different skills, capabilities and mindset where adaptable, bold and curious behaviours are the norm and empowerment is encouraged and utilised. To find out more about the great things we're doing at Companies House please have a look at our blog posts and podcasts. Companies House values its people, their contributions and has created a real sense of community where people seek to create strong connections. Our commitment to learning and development is exceptional, and we believe passionately in the employee experience with is prevalent through the engagement, wellbeing and development strategies which have resulted in Platinum Investors in People and MIND index awards. We encourage professional development, celebrate success and live our values to effect real change. We celebrate diversity As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity, being committed to ensuring we're representative of the citizens we serve and creating an inclusive environment. Everyone in Companies House brings something different, and so will you. To fulfil our commitment to recruiting and attracting diverse talent we welcome applications from underrepresented groups. We also welcome applications from Welsh speakers. The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service D&I Strategy. Where will you be working? We are currently using a hybrid approach to the way we work. The majority of our digital teams are based in our Cardiff head office. Remote/homeworking contracts will only be offered to successful candidates who are not within a commutable distance to our Cardiff office . click apply for full job details
Nillion is a secure computation network that is fundamentally changing the way high-value data is stored and used throughout the world. Processing transactions via blockchain was the tip of the iceberg of what information and industries, decentralized technology and privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs) can impact. The Nillion network expands these technologies into new use cases and verticals like AI, biometric data, health data, voting, consumer data and more. As reported by TechCrunch, Nillion in the midst of the bear market of 2022 raised the highest valuation for a Seed Round reported in Q4-2022. The project has attracted some of the top talent in tech, including the Founder of Indiegogo (Slava Rubin), Associate General Counsel of Coinbase (Lindsay Danas Cohen), Co-Founder of Hedera Hashgraph (Andrew Masanto) and several other high profile team members . The ideal General Counsel will be a leader who is adaptable, innovative, and capable of navigating the complexities of an evolving technological and regulatory landscape, with experience in all aspects of corporate, commercial, tax, and labor law, with excellent blockchain, crypto, or Web3 track record. Serving as the initial point of contact for internal legal operations inquiries. Managing and overseeing all contractual agreements involving employees, advisors, and vendors, including handling advisor and consultant contractual renewals. Providing comprehensive support to the General Counsel and the executive team to ensure a cohesive legal strategy. Conducting the first review of critical information about the company, including external communications. Broadening and maintaining the legal policy framework, ensuring compliance and keeping practices current. Managing KYC/KYB initiatives and processes, both internal and external Managing legal overheads and contracts. Managing contracts, employment/consulting documents, and bespoke arrangements. Maintaining and overseeing privacy and security policies. Manage corporate matters, including recording and managing board minutes and resolutions. Overseeing vendor contracts, including monitoring renewals, expirations, and costs. Overseeing employees' and contractors' contracts, including monitoring renewals, expirations, and costs. Essential Skills and Qualifications Qualified EU Lawyer with a minimum of 6+ years of experience in European jurisdictions. Experience or knowledge with blockchain, crypto, or Web3 is a must (with based in the EU) European National from any country of the member states. Expertise in commercial, labor, and corporate law Proven international experience in startups and scale-ups multi-jurisdiction in Europe Proven ability to operate effectively in an international business environment. Strong understanding of diverse legal frameworks and international experience. Excellent English communication; additional European languages are beneficial. Exceptional communication skills and ability to manage relationships at all levels. Exceptional attention to detail in written contracts and external communications Strategic thinker with a proactive and innovative approach to legal challenges. Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment. Ability to work cross-functionally with a globally distributed team. Demonstrated experience working in Startups or hyper-growth organizations. Proven experience in international operations and environments. Nice to have Experience with U.S. legal practices is a significant advantage. Other European languages rather than English Competitive compensation package. Make a big impact as an early contributor to an incredible founding team. Work closely with our top thought leader in the industry. Work on new problems in an incredibly emerging and dynamic field. Learn from experts in a mentorship-oriented work culture. You don't need to be in an office or at a desk to have an impact anymore! We are fully remote but value regular meet-ups. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Nillion is a secure computation network that is fundamentally changing the way high-value data is stored and used throughout the world. Processing transactions via blockchain was the tip of the iceberg of what information and industries, decentralized technology and privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs) can impact. The Nillion network expands these technologies into new use cases and verticals like AI, biometric data, health data, voting, consumer data and more. As reported by TechCrunch, Nillion in the midst of the bear market of 2022 raised the highest valuation for a Seed Round reported in Q4-2022. The project has attracted some of the top talent in tech, including the Founder of Indiegogo (Slava Rubin), Associate General Counsel of Coinbase (Lindsay Danas Cohen), Co-Founder of Hedera Hashgraph (Andrew Masanto) and several other high profile team members . The ideal General Counsel will be a leader who is adaptable, innovative, and capable of navigating the complexities of an evolving technological and regulatory landscape, with experience in all aspects of corporate, commercial, tax, and labor law, with excellent blockchain, crypto, or Web3 track record. Serving as the initial point of contact for internal legal operations inquiries. Managing and overseeing all contractual agreements involving employees, advisors, and vendors, including handling advisor and consultant contractual renewals. Providing comprehensive support to the General Counsel and the executive team to ensure a cohesive legal strategy. Conducting the first review of critical information about the company, including external communications. Broadening and maintaining the legal policy framework, ensuring compliance and keeping practices current. Managing KYC/KYB initiatives and processes, both internal and external Managing legal overheads and contracts. Managing contracts, employment/consulting documents, and bespoke arrangements. Maintaining and overseeing privacy and security policies. Manage corporate matters, including recording and managing board minutes and resolutions. Overseeing vendor contracts, including monitoring renewals, expirations, and costs. Overseeing employees' and contractors' contracts, including monitoring renewals, expirations, and costs. Essential Skills and Qualifications Qualified EU Lawyer with a minimum of 6+ years of experience in European jurisdictions. Experience or knowledge with blockchain, crypto, or Web3 is a must (with based in the EU) European National from any country of the member states. Expertise in commercial, labor, and corporate law Proven international experience in startups and scale-ups multi-jurisdiction in Europe Proven ability to operate effectively in an international business environment. Strong understanding of diverse legal frameworks and international experience. Excellent English communication; additional European languages are beneficial. Exceptional communication skills and ability to manage relationships at all levels. Exceptional attention to detail in written contracts and external communications Strategic thinker with a proactive and innovative approach to legal challenges. Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment. Ability to work cross-functionally with a globally distributed team. Demonstrated experience working in Startups or hyper-growth organizations. Proven experience in international operations and environments. Nice to have Experience with U.S. legal practices is a significant advantage. Other European languages rather than English Competitive compensation package. Make a big impact as an early contributor to an incredible founding team. Work closely with our top thought leader in the industry. Work on new problems in an incredibly emerging and dynamic field. Learn from experts in a mentorship-oriented work culture. You don't need to be in an office or at a desk to have an impact anymore! We are fully remote but value regular meet-ups. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters.
Blue Arrow is proud to be working exclusively in partnership with an excellent client who specialise within the Higher Education Sector - Nottingham Trent University. They are seeking a talented and experienced individual in the position of a Head of Catering & Hospitality that will be accountable for operational management of both a cost effective and customer focussed Catering offer for over 41,000 students, staff, and event guests. To ensure the business meets the financial obligations agreed, underpinned by strong health and safety protocols and a sustainability ethos. About the Head of Hospitality and Catering Role You will be the direct point of contact for over 6 large volume sites (5 based in Nottingham), so it is imperative you have experience either from a HE/Contract Caterer background or in a similar role. You will be supporting a Top 10 UK University which sees an average of a £3-£4 million annual turnover and has catered for over 4,500 events last year alone! Salary: £63,702 - £71,052 Hours: 37 hours per week (Mon-Fri) - some weekend and evenings will be included from time to time depending on business needs/events. This is a full-time permanent position, based on site 5 days a week between the Nottingham Campuses. What duties will be included in the Head of Hospitality and Catering role? Operational Management Lead and manage the range of catering outlets across all four campuses: delivering an attractive, high-quality offer, excellence and consistency in service delivery and achievement of commercial targets, associated KPIs and implementing improvements as necessary. Have oversight for the Catering and Hospitality offer at our Confetti Nottingham and London campuses. Identify opportunities for new and extended business income generation supported by appropriate business cases. Present and implement an annual business plan, scoping and specifying what and how the business objectives will be delivered and report upon the outcomes. Exercise strong budgetary and forecasting management, with dual responsibility for revenue growth and effective cost control. Operate, develop, and identify scope for effective use of IT systems including tills, cashless payment, stock control, Kinetics and Hospitality booking systems. Lead the thinking on new offers, opportunities, and trends to ensure the department continues to evolve. Effective oversight of Catering fixtures and equipment, ensuring investment requirements are planned accordingly. Develop and review departmental Standard Operating Procedures on a regular basis striving for operational excellence. Customer Service Set, communicate and manage standards of performance for all aspects of activity conducted within areas of accountability fostered within a challenging and supportive environment. Develop and maintain strongly motivated and effective teams with a structure that is flexible and designed to accommodate the nature of fluctuating demand profile. Manage complex human resource issues including sickness absence, conduct and performance management. Oversee the effective implementation of the Staff appraisal process and ensure compliance throughout the department. Ensure complaints and negative feedback to the service are dealt with in a satisfactory and timely manner and make recommendations for improvement as required. Accountable for the effective recruitment for the department, identifying gaps in resource and creating new. positions where necessary. Stakeholders and Policy Work closely with other departmental stakeholders in the delivery of internal and external events including but not limited to delegate conferences and day meetings, dinners, and reputational events such as Open Days, Graduation Ceremonies and various University Executive Team led events. Be responsible for compliance with all relevant legislation and University policy and procedures, and to specifically manage health and safety matters relating to catering and hospitality activities including public entertainment and liquor licence for the University. Ensure the effective engagement with the University's sustainability policy and carbon emissions reduction agenda is established, enhanced, and maintained. Hold full accountability for the alcohol provision, including being a designated Premises Supervisor for the University. Communications Analyse data provided by customers, other departments, stakeholders, and colleagues, and provide detailed reports and action plans to senior colleagues; shaping these plans by benchmarking against Public and Private sector organisations to ensure that the best practice is applied, where appropriate, and that prices are market competitive. Liaise with marketing colleagues to deliver a marketing strategy that increases loyalty, spend and advocacy. What will you bring to the Head of Catering and Hospitality role? You will be an excellent communicator and hold exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. You will be commercially focussed with the ability to be creative in delivering a service that is fit for purpose. You will hold financial management skills, which includes budget setting and accurate analysis of sales and forecasts. You will be a natural leader, that can motivate, influence, and develop a large team and confident in successfully managing complex HR issues, including sickness, absence, conduct and performance. You will be competent in your abilities to manage projects to a successful conclusion and be confident in drafting proposals policies and reports. Essential experience Knowledge of Health and Safety & food standards legislation including COSHH Knowledge of public entertainment and alcohol licences Significant experience of managing a complex catering function including conference, hospitality, and retail at a senior level. Experience of providing catering services for a host of events. Experience of managing multi-site operations. Experience of budgetary planning and financial management to maximise profits and minimise costs. Experience of leading and managing change within a large organisation. Educated to A level or equivalent relevant experience. Full valid driving license. Eligible to apply for a Personal Alcohol License. Level 4 in Food Safety Management. Essential Competencies Communicating and Influencing Customer Focus Organisation and Delivery Adaptability Leading and Coaching Desirable skills and experience Experience of managing a service within the Higher Education sector. Experience of leading an award-winning service. Previous designated Premises Supervisor (Alcohol). Educated to degree level. Membership of industry relevant professional body. Professional qualification in a relevant field. Relevant qualification in Catering and Hospitality Management. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people. JBRP1_UKTJ
May 05, 2024
Full time
Blue Arrow is proud to be working exclusively in partnership with an excellent client who specialise within the Higher Education Sector - Nottingham Trent University. They are seeking a talented and experienced individual in the position of a Head of Catering & Hospitality that will be accountable for operational management of both a cost effective and customer focussed Catering offer for over 41,000 students, staff, and event guests. To ensure the business meets the financial obligations agreed, underpinned by strong health and safety protocols and a sustainability ethos. About the Head of Hospitality and Catering Role You will be the direct point of contact for over 6 large volume sites (5 based in Nottingham), so it is imperative you have experience either from a HE/Contract Caterer background or in a similar role. You will be supporting a Top 10 UK University which sees an average of a £3-£4 million annual turnover and has catered for over 4,500 events last year alone! Salary: £63,702 - £71,052 Hours: 37 hours per week (Mon-Fri) - some weekend and evenings will be included from time to time depending on business needs/events. This is a full-time permanent position, based on site 5 days a week between the Nottingham Campuses. What duties will be included in the Head of Hospitality and Catering role? Operational Management Lead and manage the range of catering outlets across all four campuses: delivering an attractive, high-quality offer, excellence and consistency in service delivery and achievement of commercial targets, associated KPIs and implementing improvements as necessary. Have oversight for the Catering and Hospitality offer at our Confetti Nottingham and London campuses. Identify opportunities for new and extended business income generation supported by appropriate business cases. Present and implement an annual business plan, scoping and specifying what and how the business objectives will be delivered and report upon the outcomes. Exercise strong budgetary and forecasting management, with dual responsibility for revenue growth and effective cost control. Operate, develop, and identify scope for effective use of IT systems including tills, cashless payment, stock control, Kinetics and Hospitality booking systems. Lead the thinking on new offers, opportunities, and trends to ensure the department continues to evolve. Effective oversight of Catering fixtures and equipment, ensuring investment requirements are planned accordingly. Develop and review departmental Standard Operating Procedures on a regular basis striving for operational excellence. Customer Service Set, communicate and manage standards of performance for all aspects of activity conducted within areas of accountability fostered within a challenging and supportive environment. Develop and maintain strongly motivated and effective teams with a structure that is flexible and designed to accommodate the nature of fluctuating demand profile. Manage complex human resource issues including sickness absence, conduct and performance management. Oversee the effective implementation of the Staff appraisal process and ensure compliance throughout the department. Ensure complaints and negative feedback to the service are dealt with in a satisfactory and timely manner and make recommendations for improvement as required. Accountable for the effective recruitment for the department, identifying gaps in resource and creating new. positions where necessary. Stakeholders and Policy Work closely with other departmental stakeholders in the delivery of internal and external events including but not limited to delegate conferences and day meetings, dinners, and reputational events such as Open Days, Graduation Ceremonies and various University Executive Team led events. Be responsible for compliance with all relevant legislation and University policy and procedures, and to specifically manage health and safety matters relating to catering and hospitality activities including public entertainment and liquor licence for the University. Ensure the effective engagement with the University's sustainability policy and carbon emissions reduction agenda is established, enhanced, and maintained. Hold full accountability for the alcohol provision, including being a designated Premises Supervisor for the University. Communications Analyse data provided by customers, other departments, stakeholders, and colleagues, and provide detailed reports and action plans to senior colleagues; shaping these plans by benchmarking against Public and Private sector organisations to ensure that the best practice is applied, where appropriate, and that prices are market competitive. Liaise with marketing colleagues to deliver a marketing strategy that increases loyalty, spend and advocacy. What will you bring to the Head of Catering and Hospitality role? You will be an excellent communicator and hold exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. You will be commercially focussed with the ability to be creative in delivering a service that is fit for purpose. You will hold financial management skills, which includes budget setting and accurate analysis of sales and forecasts. You will be a natural leader, that can motivate, influence, and develop a large team and confident in successfully managing complex HR issues, including sickness, absence, conduct and performance. You will be competent in your abilities to manage projects to a successful conclusion and be confident in drafting proposals policies and reports. Essential experience Knowledge of Health and Safety & food standards legislation including COSHH Knowledge of public entertainment and alcohol licences Significant experience of managing a complex catering function including conference, hospitality, and retail at a senior level. Experience of providing catering services for a host of events. Experience of managing multi-site operations. Experience of budgetary planning and financial management to maximise profits and minimise costs. Experience of leading and managing change within a large organisation. Educated to A level or equivalent relevant experience. Full valid driving license. Eligible to apply for a Personal Alcohol License. Level 4 in Food Safety Management. Essential Competencies Communicating and Influencing Customer Focus Organisation and Delivery Adaptability Leading and Coaching Desirable skills and experience Experience of managing a service within the Higher Education sector. Experience of leading an award-winning service. Previous designated Premises Supervisor (Alcohol). Educated to degree level. Membership of industry relevant professional body. Professional qualification in a relevant field. Relevant qualification in Catering and Hospitality Management. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people. JBRP1_UKTJ
Entity: Customers & Products Job Family Group: Strategic Planning & Business Development Group Job Description: At bp, we're clear that the world wants and needs a better, more balanced energy system - one that delivers energy that is secure and affordable, as well as lower carbon. This won't happen overnight and there's no single solution to the challenge. We are in action to help to solve problems for our customers both now and in the future. Demand from our customers for bioenergy is growing. That's why bp is investing billions of dollars in the sector, building on two decades of experience. The Novel feedstock Commercial Developer will report to Novel feeds BD Manager leading a globally distributed team and responsible for delivery of the Origination, Business Development and Commercial Project agenda for cover crops, oil trees, and new feedstock technologies to develop SAF. The team is responsible for organic projects, JV, partnerships as well as potential inorganic regional M&A deals and Venture investment. The person in role will need to build and maintain positive relationships within bp especially with across numerous departments. The job requires strong commercial competence, financial modelling, communication (e.g. executive ready PowerPoint decision support materials), structuring, research analytics, competitive benchmarking and project management skills. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop leadership and strategic thinking skills while expanding networks within the business development, strategy, commercial and technical fields, and is ideal for an individual looking to obtain deeper commercial exposure by reporting into and working closely with frontline origination team. You will support the team in the pursuit of major deals supporting bp's 2030 biofuels ambition. Support the Novels Feeds team to drive origination through analytics, modelling, commercial support, internal decision-making documentation, and ad-hoc leadership requests by: Support senior management decision making by providing insight for the selection, shaping and endorsement of the right deals. Develop initial financial model, own developing of executive decision support packs. Demonstrate leadership on key commercial opportunities from inception through operations, including developing a project plan, guiding relevant resources, and ensuring successful commercial delivery. Commercial partner working with Origination assisting in the development of external agreements. Provide input into deal structure to help Originators develop a powerful business case Provide linkage and engagement with other business functions such as Legal, Compliance, Product Control, Credit, Settlements, Planning, Treasury, I&E, T&S to support deal development and sponsorship Provide support in completing business cases (LTAs, NAIs, AtNs and EFMs), economics, and approval documents that align with BP standards Conduct commercial research projects on specific topics e.g. competitor benchmarking, optimal crush ang logistics strategy, farmer route to market, risk management options etc. Collaborate with wider biofuels growth team and integrate novel feeds into asset development program About You: Significant experience in commercial delivery, finance, trading and supply related roles Very strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances High level of competence in understanding and presenting to executive management information Proven ability to influence outcomes through inquiry and problem solving Strong project management skills and the ability to coordinate activity across multidisciplinary teams Strong commercial competence with quantitative toolkit Ability to work with people at all levels and across organization Confident in engaging senior external & internal partners Other Desirable Criteria: Experience gained within a consulting firm Experience within Bioenergy and/or Agriculture industry Experience within Supply and Trading business An understanding of the coordinated energy value chain Why join us? It's crucial to us that the differences we see in the world around us are reflected in our workplace. Who you are is what counts, not where you're from or how you live your life. At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and complex environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. There are many aspects of our employees' lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, excellent retirement benefits, among others! Discover your place with us and help our business meet the challenges of the future. Travel Requirement No travel is expected with this role Relocation Assistance: This role is not eligible for relocation Remote Type: This position is a hybrid of office/remote working Skills: Acquisitions and divestments, Acquisitions and divestments, Agreements and negotiations, Analytics, Commercial acumen (Inactive), Commercial Business Development, Communication, Contractual risk management, Data visualization and interpretation, Deal structuring, Decision Making, Developing and implementing strategy, Economic evaluation methodology, Economic modelling, Financial Analysis, Financial Modelling, Influencing, Investment appraisal, Joint Venture Structuring, Long Term Planning, Managing change, Market Analysis, Project and programme management, Risk Management, Sector, market, customer and competitor understanding + 2 more Legal Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status , neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us to request accommodations. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Entity: Customers & Products Job Family Group: Strategic Planning & Business Development Group Job Description: At bp, we're clear that the world wants and needs a better, more balanced energy system - one that delivers energy that is secure and affordable, as well as lower carbon. This won't happen overnight and there's no single solution to the challenge. We are in action to help to solve problems for our customers both now and in the future. Demand from our customers for bioenergy is growing. That's why bp is investing billions of dollars in the sector, building on two decades of experience. The Novel feedstock Commercial Developer will report to Novel feeds BD Manager leading a globally distributed team and responsible for delivery of the Origination, Business Development and Commercial Project agenda for cover crops, oil trees, and new feedstock technologies to develop SAF. The team is responsible for organic projects, JV, partnerships as well as potential inorganic regional M&A deals and Venture investment. The person in role will need to build and maintain positive relationships within bp especially with across numerous departments. The job requires strong commercial competence, financial modelling, communication (e.g. executive ready PowerPoint decision support materials), structuring, research analytics, competitive benchmarking and project management skills. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop leadership and strategic thinking skills while expanding networks within the business development, strategy, commercial and technical fields, and is ideal for an individual looking to obtain deeper commercial exposure by reporting into and working closely with frontline origination team. You will support the team in the pursuit of major deals supporting bp's 2030 biofuels ambition. Support the Novels Feeds team to drive origination through analytics, modelling, commercial support, internal decision-making documentation, and ad-hoc leadership requests by: Support senior management decision making by providing insight for the selection, shaping and endorsement of the right deals. Develop initial financial model, own developing of executive decision support packs. Demonstrate leadership on key commercial opportunities from inception through operations, including developing a project plan, guiding relevant resources, and ensuring successful commercial delivery. Commercial partner working with Origination assisting in the development of external agreements. Provide input into deal structure to help Originators develop a powerful business case Provide linkage and engagement with other business functions such as Legal, Compliance, Product Control, Credit, Settlements, Planning, Treasury, I&E, T&S to support deal development and sponsorship Provide support in completing business cases (LTAs, NAIs, AtNs and EFMs), economics, and approval documents that align with BP standards Conduct commercial research projects on specific topics e.g. competitor benchmarking, optimal crush ang logistics strategy, farmer route to market, risk management options etc. Collaborate with wider biofuels growth team and integrate novel feeds into asset development program About You: Significant experience in commercial delivery, finance, trading and supply related roles Very strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances High level of competence in understanding and presenting to executive management information Proven ability to influence outcomes through inquiry and problem solving Strong project management skills and the ability to coordinate activity across multidisciplinary teams Strong commercial competence with quantitative toolkit Ability to work with people at all levels and across organization Confident in engaging senior external & internal partners Other Desirable Criteria: Experience gained within a consulting firm Experience within Bioenergy and/or Agriculture industry Experience within Supply and Trading business An understanding of the coordinated energy value chain Why join us? It's crucial to us that the differences we see in the world around us are reflected in our workplace. Who you are is what counts, not where you're from or how you live your life. At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and complex environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. There are many aspects of our employees' lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, excellent retirement benefits, among others! Discover your place with us and help our business meet the challenges of the future. Travel Requirement No travel is expected with this role Relocation Assistance: This role is not eligible for relocation Remote Type: This position is a hybrid of office/remote working Skills: Acquisitions and divestments, Acquisitions and divestments, Agreements and negotiations, Analytics, Commercial acumen (Inactive), Commercial Business Development, Communication, Contractual risk management, Data visualization and interpretation, Deal structuring, Decision Making, Developing and implementing strategy, Economic evaluation methodology, Economic modelling, Financial Analysis, Financial Modelling, Influencing, Investment appraisal, Joint Venture Structuring, Long Term Planning, Managing change, Market Analysis, Project and programme management, Risk Management, Sector, market, customer and competitor understanding + 2 more Legal Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status , neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us to request accommodations. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
At Human Native AI we're looking for a candidate to help establish an ecosystem of Data Providers and AI companies. Full-time London What is Human Native AI? Human Native AI ( ) is a UK-based startup founded in 2024 with the mission to help creative humans thrive in the age of AI. We believe creators and rights holders should have agency over and be fairly compensated for the use of their original works to train AI systems. We are building a marketplace for training data that will enable AI innovators to responsibly and frictionlessly licence the training data they need to build AI systems. We recognise the challenge of this mission and know that only a strong cohesive team can fulfil it. We want the team to be made up of people who are courageous, adaptable, results oriented, and bring energy to everything they do. We help one another grow, take on new opportunities, and don't shy away from learning. We can support one another so that we can realise our mission. The Role As a founding team member you will be a key part of establishing our partnerships ecosystem and developing our business. We're looking for someone who cares about people, AI, protecting the creative industries and who likes to move fast. This role is based in London, UK at our new Battersea Power Station offices, and is a hybrid role with at least 3 days a week in the office. Job Description What you'll do at Human Native AI: Define and execute our Partnership and Business Development strategy. Evaluate different Partner types and segments. Define joint and individual activity plans to achieve our goals. Establish and maintain a strong strategic partnership with key partners, collaborating closely with their team to understand their business needs, identify opportunities and drive joint initiatives. Foster critical relationships at high-level within partners and showcase Human Native AI's technology to potential customers. Effectively gain access to and commitment from decision makers (eg. C-level executives). Target strategic Partners in high value segments to help us acquire and enable new data sets to be licenced through our platform. Collaborate closely with our engineering and legal teams to optimise our operations, develop solutions and effectively support our key partners. Effectively negotiate, prioritise, and otherwise manage commercial transactions with customers and partners, working closely with our Chief Executive Officer. Define, track, and analyse performance against specific measures of success, providing tangible progress updates via reports and trackers. You will contribute to the long-term direction of our company, making sure that we are developing the partnership capabilities that will allow us to stay ahead of the challenges we are likely to encounter in 6-12 months' time. Closely monitor the industry landscape (people, competitors, partners, etc.) to contribute to product roadmap and other corporate strategies Candidate Requirements What we're looking for: Optimism and curiosity about the future of Artificial Intelligence and passion for helping creators and rights holders receive fair compensation for their work. Depth of Business Development, Go-To-Market or Partnerships experience. A natural people person who can quickly build close relationships with new contacts. You feel confident operating at C-level, inspiring trust and creating influence with data owners and key stakeholders. Ability to build strong relationships with executives and professionals across functions and are able to negotiate effectively and confidently Ambition that you want to be at the forefront of the company's partnerships strategy, leading the way on some of our most critical projects You can analyse data quickly, cut through complexity and find answers rapidly. A strong written and verbal communicator and can adapt your communication style and the level of detail to your audience. Strive for excellence in every aspect of work, consistently taking ownership of your results and delivering measurable impact. A humble attitude, energetic personality and are eager to learn whatever it might take given the speed of evolution in AI technologies and the landscape surrounding them. Can handle a wide variety of matters, in a fast-paced startup environment with a large amount of ambiguity. Process-oriented, organised, and able to work well in unstructured environments. Excel at deeply understanding the customer's needs, priorities, and help them achieve their business goals through our platform. Bonus: Strong AI/Tech or Media network. A fast-growing company with opportunities for career advancement Competitive salary and benefits package that includes private medical insurance Stock options; we want you to have ownership in the company. Apply for the job Do you want to join our team working to build out our Partnerships? Then we'd love to hear about you!
May 05, 2024
Full time
At Human Native AI we're looking for a candidate to help establish an ecosystem of Data Providers and AI companies. Full-time London What is Human Native AI? Human Native AI ( ) is a UK-based startup founded in 2024 with the mission to help creative humans thrive in the age of AI. We believe creators and rights holders should have agency over and be fairly compensated for the use of their original works to train AI systems. We are building a marketplace for training data that will enable AI innovators to responsibly and frictionlessly licence the training data they need to build AI systems. We recognise the challenge of this mission and know that only a strong cohesive team can fulfil it. We want the team to be made up of people who are courageous, adaptable, results oriented, and bring energy to everything they do. We help one another grow, take on new opportunities, and don't shy away from learning. We can support one another so that we can realise our mission. The Role As a founding team member you will be a key part of establishing our partnerships ecosystem and developing our business. We're looking for someone who cares about people, AI, protecting the creative industries and who likes to move fast. This role is based in London, UK at our new Battersea Power Station offices, and is a hybrid role with at least 3 days a week in the office. Job Description What you'll do at Human Native AI: Define and execute our Partnership and Business Development strategy. Evaluate different Partner types and segments. Define joint and individual activity plans to achieve our goals. Establish and maintain a strong strategic partnership with key partners, collaborating closely with their team to understand their business needs, identify opportunities and drive joint initiatives. Foster critical relationships at high-level within partners and showcase Human Native AI's technology to potential customers. Effectively gain access to and commitment from decision makers (eg. C-level executives). Target strategic Partners in high value segments to help us acquire and enable new data sets to be licenced through our platform. Collaborate closely with our engineering and legal teams to optimise our operations, develop solutions and effectively support our key partners. Effectively negotiate, prioritise, and otherwise manage commercial transactions with customers and partners, working closely with our Chief Executive Officer. Define, track, and analyse performance against specific measures of success, providing tangible progress updates via reports and trackers. You will contribute to the long-term direction of our company, making sure that we are developing the partnership capabilities that will allow us to stay ahead of the challenges we are likely to encounter in 6-12 months' time. Closely monitor the industry landscape (people, competitors, partners, etc.) to contribute to product roadmap and other corporate strategies Candidate Requirements What we're looking for: Optimism and curiosity about the future of Artificial Intelligence and passion for helping creators and rights holders receive fair compensation for their work. Depth of Business Development, Go-To-Market or Partnerships experience. A natural people person who can quickly build close relationships with new contacts. You feel confident operating at C-level, inspiring trust and creating influence with data owners and key stakeholders. Ability to build strong relationships with executives and professionals across functions and are able to negotiate effectively and confidently Ambition that you want to be at the forefront of the company's partnerships strategy, leading the way on some of our most critical projects You can analyse data quickly, cut through complexity and find answers rapidly. A strong written and verbal communicator and can adapt your communication style and the level of detail to your audience. Strive for excellence in every aspect of work, consistently taking ownership of your results and delivering measurable impact. A humble attitude, energetic personality and are eager to learn whatever it might take given the speed of evolution in AI technologies and the landscape surrounding them. Can handle a wide variety of matters, in a fast-paced startup environment with a large amount of ambiguity. Process-oriented, organised, and able to work well in unstructured environments. Excel at deeply understanding the customer's needs, priorities, and help them achieve their business goals through our platform. Bonus: Strong AI/Tech or Media network. A fast-growing company with opportunities for career advancement Competitive salary and benefits package that includes private medical insurance Stock options; we want you to have ownership in the company. Apply for the job Do you want to join our team working to build out our Partnerships? Then we'd love to hear about you!
Kirkham Young Ltd
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Business Development Manager - Hospitals Rare opportunity to join a global leader in high technology equipment in a high visibility senior sales role. Combining strategic key account management and new business development this role will entail working at senior level within major hospital trusts. You will be targeting new builds, new markets and competitor accounts as well as existing key hospita click apply for full job details
May 05, 2024
Full time
Business Development Manager - Hospitals Rare opportunity to join a global leader in high technology equipment in a high visibility senior sales role. Combining strategic key account management and new business development this role will entail working at senior level within major hospital trusts. You will be targeting new builds, new markets and competitor accounts as well as existing key hospita click apply for full job details
About Our Client Our client is a highly recognised and respected professional services firm. With a workforce in the thousands and operations worldwide, it offers a full range of services to a broad spectrum of clients. Job Description This is a fast-paced, dynamic role where the deals are varied and no day will be the same. Work closely with wider business stakeholders and external clients. Key responsibilities include: Review and negotiate technology-related contracts, including licensing agreements, SaaS contracts, and software development agreements. Provide legal guidance on data privacy and protection laws, ensuring compliance with regulations like GDPR. Advise on intellectual property matters, including patent, copyright, and trademark issues in technology transactions. Collaborate cross-functionally to assess and mitigate legal risks associated with new technology initiatives. Conduct legal research on emerging technology trends and their potential legal implications for the organisation. Draft and maintain standard contract templates and policies tailored to technology transactions. Assist in resolving disputes and negotiations related to technology contracts and intellectual property matters. Stay updated on industry-specific regulations and best practices to inform legal strategies and recommendations. Provide ad-hoc support in relation to various legal matters, leaning on your expertise in commercial technology law. The Successful Applicant The successful applicant will be an effective communicator, adept at building enduring relationships with a wide range of business stakeholders, including at Executive Board level. Key requirements are: Practising Solicitor in England and Wales with a minimum of 3 years PQE. A global mindset and solution-oriented approach. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences. Proven track record of managing multiple projects or teams effectively, prioritising tasks, and meeting deadlines. Collaborative mindset with a commitment to building consensus and fostering positive working relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Creative problem solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for process improvement and efficiency. Adaptable and resilient in a fast paced, dynamic work environment, with a commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. What's on Offer A competitive salary ranging between £100,000- £115,000 depending on experience. Generous holiday entitlement. A supportive and inclusive company culture. Opportunity to work with a diverse team in a global setting. Continuous professional development opportunities. We encourage all candidates who are interested in playing a key role in a global professional services firm in London to apply.
May 05, 2024
Full time
About Our Client Our client is a highly recognised and respected professional services firm. With a workforce in the thousands and operations worldwide, it offers a full range of services to a broad spectrum of clients. Job Description This is a fast-paced, dynamic role where the deals are varied and no day will be the same. Work closely with wider business stakeholders and external clients. Key responsibilities include: Review and negotiate technology-related contracts, including licensing agreements, SaaS contracts, and software development agreements. Provide legal guidance on data privacy and protection laws, ensuring compliance with regulations like GDPR. Advise on intellectual property matters, including patent, copyright, and trademark issues in technology transactions. Collaborate cross-functionally to assess and mitigate legal risks associated with new technology initiatives. Conduct legal research on emerging technology trends and their potential legal implications for the organisation. Draft and maintain standard contract templates and policies tailored to technology transactions. Assist in resolving disputes and negotiations related to technology contracts and intellectual property matters. Stay updated on industry-specific regulations and best practices to inform legal strategies and recommendations. Provide ad-hoc support in relation to various legal matters, leaning on your expertise in commercial technology law. The Successful Applicant The successful applicant will be an effective communicator, adept at building enduring relationships with a wide range of business stakeholders, including at Executive Board level. Key requirements are: Practising Solicitor in England and Wales with a minimum of 3 years PQE. A global mindset and solution-oriented approach. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences. Proven track record of managing multiple projects or teams effectively, prioritising tasks, and meeting deadlines. Collaborative mindset with a commitment to building consensus and fostering positive working relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Creative problem solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for process improvement and efficiency. Adaptable and resilient in a fast paced, dynamic work environment, with a commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. What's on Offer A competitive salary ranging between £100,000- £115,000 depending on experience. Generous holiday entitlement. A supportive and inclusive company culture. Opportunity to work with a diverse team in a global setting. Continuous professional development opportunities. We encourage all candidates who are interested in playing a key role in a global professional services firm in London to apply.
JOB TITLE: Field Sales LOCATION: Bournemouth SALARY: Guarantee earnings of 60K for First Year Realistic Year Two earnings of 100K (uncapped) The COMPANY Our client is a very well-established nationwide provider of business-critical services to thousands of SME organisations all over the UK for over 75 years. Our client is one of the UK's leading businesses in their field with 130,000 clients worldwide, and have one of the best trained and rewarded staff in the industry. They are currently looking for an experienced Field Sales Executive. The ROLE The successful Field Sales Executive will be required to do the following: Take a consultative approach to sales, providing each Client with a solution that matches their specific requirements. Attend sales appointments made for y by your telemarketing partner. Self-generate new leads from a combination of networking, referrals and cold calling. Thrive on working in a fast paced, target focused high energy and high reward culture. You will receive world class training with a four-week induction programme. CANDIDATE Our client is looking for a strong Field Sales Consultant with the following experience and attributes: B2B field sales experience. Understand a consultative sales process. Ambitious and entrepreneurial. Experience of self-generating your own leads. Used to selling to SME's. A good closer. Excellent communication skills and highly organised. A full driving licence. This role is commutable from: Dorchester Poole Bournemouth Moreton Wareham Lymington ALTERNATIVE JOB TITLES: Business Development Manager, Sales Executive, Field Sales Account Manager, Field Sales Consultant, Field Sales Executive, Sales, Field Sales Manager, Field Sales Rep, Field Sales Executive, Technical Sales, Area Sales, Area Manager, Senior Sales Executive, Senior Sales Consultant, B2B Sales, Business to Business Sales. INCAL1 Mana Resourcing is a specialist recruitment company working within the Engineering, Sales, IT and Commercial sectors. We are established to service and support the recruitment requirements of modern businesses and candidates alike. This particular role includes people with experience in Business Development Manager, Sales Executive, Field Sales Account Manager, Field Sales Consultant, Field Sales Executive, Sales, Field Sales Manager, Field Sales Rep, Field Sales Executive, Technical Sales, Area Sales, Area Manager, Senior Sales Executive, Senior Sales Consultant, B2B Sales, Business to Business Sales.
May 05, 2024
Full time
JOB TITLE: Field Sales LOCATION: Bournemouth SALARY: Guarantee earnings of 60K for First Year Realistic Year Two earnings of 100K (uncapped) The COMPANY Our client is a very well-established nationwide provider of business-critical services to thousands of SME organisations all over the UK for over 75 years. Our client is one of the UK's leading businesses in their field with 130,000 clients worldwide, and have one of the best trained and rewarded staff in the industry. They are currently looking for an experienced Field Sales Executive. The ROLE The successful Field Sales Executive will be required to do the following: Take a consultative approach to sales, providing each Client with a solution that matches their specific requirements. Attend sales appointments made for y by your telemarketing partner. Self-generate new leads from a combination of networking, referrals and cold calling. Thrive on working in a fast paced, target focused high energy and high reward culture. You will receive world class training with a four-week induction programme. CANDIDATE Our client is looking for a strong Field Sales Consultant with the following experience and attributes: B2B field sales experience. Understand a consultative sales process. Ambitious and entrepreneurial. Experience of self-generating your own leads. Used to selling to SME's. A good closer. Excellent communication skills and highly organised. A full driving licence. This role is commutable from: Dorchester Poole Bournemouth Moreton Wareham Lymington ALTERNATIVE JOB TITLES: Business Development Manager, Sales Executive, Field Sales Account Manager, Field Sales Consultant, Field Sales Executive, Sales, Field Sales Manager, Field Sales Rep, Field Sales Executive, Technical Sales, Area Sales, Area Manager, Senior Sales Executive, Senior Sales Consultant, B2B Sales, Business to Business Sales. INCAL1 Mana Resourcing is a specialist recruitment company working within the Engineering, Sales, IT and Commercial sectors. We are established to service and support the recruitment requirements of modern businesses and candidates alike. This particular role includes people with experience in Business Development Manager, Sales Executive, Field Sales Account Manager, Field Sales Consultant, Field Sales Executive, Sales, Field Sales Manager, Field Sales Rep, Field Sales Executive, Technical Sales, Area Sales, Area Manager, Senior Sales Executive, Senior Sales Consultant, B2B Sales, Business to Business Sales.
Company - Leading Manufacturer Location - M40 Corridor into West London Industry - HVAC, Commercial Cooling, Chillers, Commercial Heat Pumps, Heating, Mechanical Ventilation, Renewables, Hydronics, Heat Networks, Heat Recovery, Ambient Loop. Benefits - Being part of a market leading, cutting edge provider within the industry, that invests heavily not only in R&D but new innovations, I.T. systems, marketing and its people. Candidate - An experienced sales management professional that has sold HVAC, ideally including chillers, commercial heating systems or hydronic heating and cooling systems into major projects through contractors and/or consultants. The Position An exciting opportunity has arisen with a market leading provider of HVAC and renewable technology solutions that is looking for a unique Regional Sales Manager to sell complete building decarbonising heating and cooling solutions. This is a major project sales position so the route to market will be through contractors, consultants and end users. You will be selling the latest in hydronic heating and cooling systems that are water based, including hybrid HVAC, chillers and commercial heat pumps that provide both heating and simultaneous hot water supply. The Package 55k - 65k Basic Salary realistic 100k OTE uncapped Company Car / Car allowance Mobile Laptop Benefits Package e.g. Private Healthcare, pension, dental, gym Experience Required You will be a successful HVAC sales professional with a background of selling into major commercial projects via HVAC contractors, major M&E contractors, consultants and end users. If you have sold hybrid HVAC, chillers, commercial heat pumps, hydronics, heat recovery, CHP, ambient loop or some other form of central plant heating or cooling, then this will be an advantage. The Company They are a global manufacturer of heating, cooling and renewable technologies used in commercial infrastructure environments. With an expansive portfolio of product solutions, they operate across the majority of commercial construction sectors such as offices, data centres, hotels, retail, education, defence, multi-residential and heat network projects. Their solutions are cutting edge, energy efficient and surpass the latest industry regulations. Jamieson Clark currently has over 50 live roles to offer and specialise in sales recruitment. Current vacancies for Regional Sales Manager, National Sales Managers, National Account Managers, Sales Directors, Divisional Sales Directors, Area Directors, Regional Sales Managers, Business Development Managers, Sales Managers, Product Managers, Contract Engineers, Pre-Sales Technical Engineers, Sales Engineers and Sales Executives providing air conditioning systems, central plant, fan coils, HVAC, CHP, hydronics, HIU, heat recovery, MVHR, Heat Recovery, heat exchangers, split systems, ducted, cassette, ceiling suspended, wall mounted, variable refrigerant flow, VRF, VRV, DX, close control, Chillers, BMS, BEMS, CCU's, precision cooling, data center cooling, data centre cooling, CRAC, Computer Room Air Conditioning, free cooling, water cooled air conditioning units to M&E contractors and consultant specifiers for central plant, comfort cooling, process cooling and building solution projects. Send your CV to a consultant for advice on your next career move.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Company - Leading Manufacturer Location - M40 Corridor into West London Industry - HVAC, Commercial Cooling, Chillers, Commercial Heat Pumps, Heating, Mechanical Ventilation, Renewables, Hydronics, Heat Networks, Heat Recovery, Ambient Loop. Benefits - Being part of a market leading, cutting edge provider within the industry, that invests heavily not only in R&D but new innovations, I.T. systems, marketing and its people. Candidate - An experienced sales management professional that has sold HVAC, ideally including chillers, commercial heating systems or hydronic heating and cooling systems into major projects through contractors and/or consultants. The Position An exciting opportunity has arisen with a market leading provider of HVAC and renewable technology solutions that is looking for a unique Regional Sales Manager to sell complete building decarbonising heating and cooling solutions. This is a major project sales position so the route to market will be through contractors, consultants and end users. You will be selling the latest in hydronic heating and cooling systems that are water based, including hybrid HVAC, chillers and commercial heat pumps that provide both heating and simultaneous hot water supply. The Package 55k - 65k Basic Salary realistic 100k OTE uncapped Company Car / Car allowance Mobile Laptop Benefits Package e.g. Private Healthcare, pension, dental, gym Experience Required You will be a successful HVAC sales professional with a background of selling into major commercial projects via HVAC contractors, major M&E contractors, consultants and end users. If you have sold hybrid HVAC, chillers, commercial heat pumps, hydronics, heat recovery, CHP, ambient loop or some other form of central plant heating or cooling, then this will be an advantage. The Company They are a global manufacturer of heating, cooling and renewable technologies used in commercial infrastructure environments. With an expansive portfolio of product solutions, they operate across the majority of commercial construction sectors such as offices, data centres, hotels, retail, education, defence, multi-residential and heat network projects. Their solutions are cutting edge, energy efficient and surpass the latest industry regulations. Jamieson Clark currently has over 50 live roles to offer and specialise in sales recruitment. Current vacancies for Regional Sales Manager, National Sales Managers, National Account Managers, Sales Directors, Divisional Sales Directors, Area Directors, Regional Sales Managers, Business Development Managers, Sales Managers, Product Managers, Contract Engineers, Pre-Sales Technical Engineers, Sales Engineers and Sales Executives providing air conditioning systems, central plant, fan coils, HVAC, CHP, hydronics, HIU, heat recovery, MVHR, Heat Recovery, heat exchangers, split systems, ducted, cassette, ceiling suspended, wall mounted, variable refrigerant flow, VRF, VRV, DX, close control, Chillers, BMS, BEMS, CCU's, precision cooling, data center cooling, data centre cooling, CRAC, Computer Room Air Conditioning, free cooling, water cooled air conditioning units to M&E contractors and consultant specifiers for central plant, comfort cooling, process cooling and building solution projects. Send your CV to a consultant for advice on your next career move.
KERRIDGE COMMERCIAL SYSTEMS CORP
Hungerford, Berkshire
"At KCS we've introduced a flexible hybrid work policy, where employees spend three days in the office and two days working from home. This approach promotes a balanced work environment that combines office collaboration with the comfort and convenience of remote work." As a New Business Sales Executive, you will be responsible for promoting our suite of software solutions into the wholesale, manufacturing and distribution market place, with the aim to deliver new business sales against an agreed annual target. With a 'can do' attitude, the post holder will require the capability and desire to take a hands on approach with the KCS software based solutions (to include all of our layered applications) in order to be successful in this role. Key Responsibilities: With the full backing of the business, you will take responsibility for driving and delivering lead generation and other marketing exercises for your market territory. This will be through your own effort as well as collaborating and utilising the capabilities of the sales focused Marketing Department. Consultative sales is the approach for success. You will be responsible for leading the business discovery process and presentation of solution. You will be required to take a hands on approach with the product, such as initial demonstration capability Qualification of opportunities will be essential In time, accurate sales forecasting will be required Managing and maintaining the CRM system will be essential Attending and presenting when required at monthly sales meetings is required Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Essential Demonstrable record of achieving new business targets The highest capability of qualification / assessment of opportunities throughout the sales process will be essential and will be supported by methodology and management You must be a self-starter in order to be successful in this role The ability to deliver presentations in a professional and structured manner up to board level Comfortable with working in a team environment Commercially aware Excellent communication skills Desirable Strong B2B New Business sales experience of ERP software Above experience gained within the distribution market place is desirable. Special Conditions: A valid driving licence and passport is essential as travel will be required as part of the role Company Info Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) is growing and growing fast, new opportunities are available and change is required to continue on our journey of success. It's an extremely exciting time to be joining our business! We're ranked No.37 in the Sunday Times HSBC international Track 200, a league table that ranks the top 200 of Britain's mid-market private companies in order of fastest growing overseas sales. As the market leader in developing and delivering fully integrated business management solutions our mission is simple: to design, implement and support high performance systems that enable our customers to source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably and service competitively on a Global scale. Equal Opportunities KCS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires us to adjust the recruiting process please do advise us when contacted. If this role is of interest to you please apply online. Health and Safety The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 puts a legal obligation on KCS as an employer to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare of its employees at work. Employees also have a duty to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and of others who could be affected by their actions. Understanding the safety policies and co-operating with the arrangements that are in place is therefore an essential part of your employment. To all recruitment agencies: KCS does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers site or direct to KCS employee. KCS is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
May 04, 2024
Full time
"At KCS we've introduced a flexible hybrid work policy, where employees spend three days in the office and two days working from home. This approach promotes a balanced work environment that combines office collaboration with the comfort and convenience of remote work." As a New Business Sales Executive, you will be responsible for promoting our suite of software solutions into the wholesale, manufacturing and distribution market place, with the aim to deliver new business sales against an agreed annual target. With a 'can do' attitude, the post holder will require the capability and desire to take a hands on approach with the KCS software based solutions (to include all of our layered applications) in order to be successful in this role. Key Responsibilities: With the full backing of the business, you will take responsibility for driving and delivering lead generation and other marketing exercises for your market territory. This will be through your own effort as well as collaborating and utilising the capabilities of the sales focused Marketing Department. Consultative sales is the approach for success. You will be responsible for leading the business discovery process and presentation of solution. You will be required to take a hands on approach with the product, such as initial demonstration capability Qualification of opportunities will be essential In time, accurate sales forecasting will be required Managing and maintaining the CRM system will be essential Attending and presenting when required at monthly sales meetings is required Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Essential Demonstrable record of achieving new business targets The highest capability of qualification / assessment of opportunities throughout the sales process will be essential and will be supported by methodology and management You must be a self-starter in order to be successful in this role The ability to deliver presentations in a professional and structured manner up to board level Comfortable with working in a team environment Commercially aware Excellent communication skills Desirable Strong B2B New Business sales experience of ERP software Above experience gained within the distribution market place is desirable. Special Conditions: A valid driving licence and passport is essential as travel will be required as part of the role Company Info Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) is growing and growing fast, new opportunities are available and change is required to continue on our journey of success. It's an extremely exciting time to be joining our business! We're ranked No.37 in the Sunday Times HSBC international Track 200, a league table that ranks the top 200 of Britain's mid-market private companies in order of fastest growing overseas sales. As the market leader in developing and delivering fully integrated business management solutions our mission is simple: to design, implement and support high performance systems that enable our customers to source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably and service competitively on a Global scale. Equal Opportunities KCS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires us to adjust the recruiting process please do advise us when contacted. If this role is of interest to you please apply online. Health and Safety The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 puts a legal obligation on KCS as an employer to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare of its employees at work. Employees also have a duty to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and of others who could be affected by their actions. Understanding the safety policies and co-operating with the arrangements that are in place is therefore an essential part of your employment. To all recruitment agencies: KCS does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers site or direct to KCS employee. KCS is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
This pivotal senior management role will see the successful person heading up the operations at the East Anglian based branch of this highly successful international business. Already supplying globally into over 40 countries with offices in all corners of the world, this business can boast an impressive reputation for quality, high yielding seed potatoes. Their craft has been homed over years, utilising research and innovation to breed modern varieties, tailored by climate, production practice and taste to make them desirable globally. Your responsibilities will include: • Planning of all production, processes and distribution of goods. • Strategic management- ensuring that the right number of contract farms are acquired/ bringing new farms on board. • Pricing strategy. • Logistics and order processing- managing sales orders, maintaining records/CRM, liaising with the sales team. • Compliance- ensuring the site is always compliant with quality standards and any regulations. About you: • You will be an experienced people manager. • Experience in either production or trading. • An understanding of the potato sector. • Excellent attention to detail, organisation and record keeping. • Entrepreneurial, commercial mindset. • Happy to travel both nationally and internationally. Remuneration will reflect prior experience and incorporate a company vehicle/ car allowance and a bonus scheme. To find out more: Please call Lauren Holloway on / or email an up-to-date copy of your CV (In Word Format) to De Lacy Executive will upload your CV to our database and retain some data about you in order to process your application. More information about our processing activities can be found at Please be assured that all contact is treated in complete confidence and your details will not be passed to a third party without your prior permission. Please note that this advertisement is not a job description and you should satisfy yourself about the full details at interview. De Lacy Executive is an Approved member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, which promotes high standards in recruitment practice, and is registered with the Information Commissioners Office. De Lacy Executive complies with all relevant data protection legislation
May 04, 2024
Full time
This pivotal senior management role will see the successful person heading up the operations at the East Anglian based branch of this highly successful international business. Already supplying globally into over 40 countries with offices in all corners of the world, this business can boast an impressive reputation for quality, high yielding seed potatoes. Their craft has been homed over years, utilising research and innovation to breed modern varieties, tailored by climate, production practice and taste to make them desirable globally. Your responsibilities will include: • Planning of all production, processes and distribution of goods. • Strategic management- ensuring that the right number of contract farms are acquired/ bringing new farms on board. • Pricing strategy. • Logistics and order processing- managing sales orders, maintaining records/CRM, liaising with the sales team. • Compliance- ensuring the site is always compliant with quality standards and any regulations. About you: • You will be an experienced people manager. • Experience in either production or trading. • An understanding of the potato sector. • Excellent attention to detail, organisation and record keeping. • Entrepreneurial, commercial mindset. • Happy to travel both nationally and internationally. Remuneration will reflect prior experience and incorporate a company vehicle/ car allowance and a bonus scheme. To find out more: Please call Lauren Holloway on / or email an up-to-date copy of your CV (In Word Format) to De Lacy Executive will upload your CV to our database and retain some data about you in order to process your application. More information about our processing activities can be found at Please be assured that all contact is treated in complete confidence and your details will not be passed to a third party without your prior permission. Please note that this advertisement is not a job description and you should satisfy yourself about the full details at interview. De Lacy Executive is an Approved member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, which promotes high standards in recruitment practice, and is registered with the Information Commissioners Office. De Lacy Executive complies with all relevant data protection legislation
Recruitment Consultant/ Great Yarmouth/ Permanent - salary 28-32K per annum Are you an experienced recruiter seeking a new challenge? Position 1 Recruitment is seeking a dynamic Recruitment Consultant to join our team based in Great Yarmouth with an option of hybrid working. About the Role As a Recruitment Consultant , you'll operate within a 360-degree recruitment framework involving sales, service, and recruitment activities. You will be responsible for your own clients and desk with support from our existing team. Ideal Candidate Profile We're seeking individuals with the following qualifications and experiences across any sector: -Proven Experience in permanent recruitment in the following sectors would be desirable but not essential: Industrial, Engineering and Manufacturing or Commercial - Proven track record in business-to-business sales - Consistent professionalism to achieve realistic KPI targets - Demonstrated activity-driven approach to recruitment (including telephone work, social media, and internet job boards) - Possession of a valid driving license About Us Position 1 Recruitment is an independent agency specialising in permanent and fixed-term recruitment solutions across various sectors, including Engineering, Technical, Logistics, Commercial, Industrial, Construction, and Executive. What We Offer This is a permanent, full-time position working 37.5 hrs per week, with a salary range of 28,000 to 32,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition to a competitive base salary, we also offer an attractive commission scheme, perks, and reward incentives throughout the year. Here at Position 1 Recruitment, we recognise the growing demand for flexibility, and fully support remote work arrangements to achieve a balanced lifestyle.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Recruitment Consultant/ Great Yarmouth/ Permanent - salary 28-32K per annum Are you an experienced recruiter seeking a new challenge? Position 1 Recruitment is seeking a dynamic Recruitment Consultant to join our team based in Great Yarmouth with an option of hybrid working. About the Role As a Recruitment Consultant , you'll operate within a 360-degree recruitment framework involving sales, service, and recruitment activities. You will be responsible for your own clients and desk with support from our existing team. Ideal Candidate Profile We're seeking individuals with the following qualifications and experiences across any sector: -Proven Experience in permanent recruitment in the following sectors would be desirable but not essential: Industrial, Engineering and Manufacturing or Commercial - Proven track record in business-to-business sales - Consistent professionalism to achieve realistic KPI targets - Demonstrated activity-driven approach to recruitment (including telephone work, social media, and internet job boards) - Possession of a valid driving license About Us Position 1 Recruitment is an independent agency specialising in permanent and fixed-term recruitment solutions across various sectors, including Engineering, Technical, Logistics, Commercial, Industrial, Construction, and Executive. What We Offer This is a permanent, full-time position working 37.5 hrs per week, with a salary range of 28,000 to 32,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition to a competitive base salary, we also offer an attractive commission scheme, perks, and reward incentives throughout the year. Here at Position 1 Recruitment, we recognise the growing demand for flexibility, and fully support remote work arrangements to achieve a balanced lifestyle.
Role: Legal Aid Billing / Costs Draftsperson Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with specialist Law Costs Draftsmen (Cost Law Services Ltd ) whom are seeking experienced Law Costs Draftsmen with extensive experience in drafting Legal Aid bills and Private Client matters. Cost Law Services (CLS) is offering an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for success and promotion.The Company will consider applicants wishing to work part time, full time or with flexible working hours. Accountability within a remote working culture is the norm within this business, and CLS has thereby adopted a hybrid working model. Costs Law Services Background: Cost Law Services Limited have grown exponentially nationwide to from a team of over 40 Costs Professionals with immense experience in all aspects of costs law. Cost Law Services represents various clients - one of whom is a leading legal aid practice - with all their billing. Their broad spectrum of billing across multiple areas of law is based on a sound knowledge of the costs system and the ability to manage client expectations to ensure their cash flow is maintained. Their work involves preparing bills and costs budgets in Court of Protection, Children Law, Clinical Negligence, Commercial Litigation, Family, Housing & Litigation, Immigration, Judicial Review, and Personal Injury matters. The company provides a supportive team environment and real prospects for success and promotion. The Role: The ideal candidate will have an in depth knowledge of the Legal Aid Costs and assessment rules; will have experience with the Legal aid agency (LAA) software CCMS, and all Legal Aid claims. You will be joining an established team of 30 Costs Lawyers/ Draftspersons with offices nationwide to assist and support billing process and recovery to the legal profession. The company is looking for experienced candidates who will hit the ground running. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Report directly to Supervisor/Manager; Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a proactive understanding of clients needs; Drafting High Cost Case Plans (Hourly Rate - essential); CCFS billing; To complete and supervise Legal Aid Claims; (CCMS Claims; Claim 1s/Claim 1as/ Claim 2s); Supervising and checking Legal Aid bill preparation Claim1s, Claim1As; Experience in checking detailed 3 column and 6 column bills (Inter Partes); Experience in preparing and lodging bills at Court for assessment (Inter Partes); Assisting with payment of invoices; Processing of bills post assessment and preparing Final Costs Certificate; Processing bills payable by the third parties; Liaising with counsel and experts on bills and invoices; Training junior staff on case plans and bill preparation and advising on variety of legal costs matters Key Skills Required: Have previous experience in processing High Costs Case Plans and Legal Aid bills; Experience of dealing with Legal Aid bills from start to finish with the Legal Aid agency and third parties; Excellent attention to detail; Excellent numerical skills; Self-motivated with the ability to work on own initiative and to tight deadlines; Excellent communication skills; Up to date knowledge of LAA Costs Assessment Guidance, CPR and Costs legislation; Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges; Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with other professionals and court services; Excellent analytical and organisational skills; Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment; Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications; Costs Master; Ensuring compliance with Bill/Case management and document management skills. This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. About Gemini Recruitment and Equal Opportunities: Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals, Costs Lawyers, Costs Draftsman and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity & inclusion of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks inclusive of references & DBS checks will be conducted to establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability for this role. By applying for this vacancy you give permission to Gemini Recruitment Services Limited to submit your CV to the hiring company and thereby accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers JBRP1_UKTJ
May 04, 2024
Full time
Role: Legal Aid Billing / Costs Draftsperson Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with specialist Law Costs Draftsmen (Cost Law Services Ltd ) whom are seeking experienced Law Costs Draftsmen with extensive experience in drafting Legal Aid bills and Private Client matters. Cost Law Services (CLS) is offering an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for success and promotion.The Company will consider applicants wishing to work part time, full time or with flexible working hours. Accountability within a remote working culture is the norm within this business, and CLS has thereby adopted a hybrid working model. Costs Law Services Background: Cost Law Services Limited have grown exponentially nationwide to from a team of over 40 Costs Professionals with immense experience in all aspects of costs law. Cost Law Services represents various clients - one of whom is a leading legal aid practice - with all their billing. Their broad spectrum of billing across multiple areas of law is based on a sound knowledge of the costs system and the ability to manage client expectations to ensure their cash flow is maintained. Their work involves preparing bills and costs budgets in Court of Protection, Children Law, Clinical Negligence, Commercial Litigation, Family, Housing & Litigation, Immigration, Judicial Review, and Personal Injury matters. The company provides a supportive team environment and real prospects for success and promotion. The Role: The ideal candidate will have an in depth knowledge of the Legal Aid Costs and assessment rules; will have experience with the Legal aid agency (LAA) software CCMS, and all Legal Aid claims. You will be joining an established team of 30 Costs Lawyers/ Draftspersons with offices nationwide to assist and support billing process and recovery to the legal profession. The company is looking for experienced candidates who will hit the ground running. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Report directly to Supervisor/Manager; Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a proactive understanding of clients needs; Drafting High Cost Case Plans (Hourly Rate - essential); CCFS billing; To complete and supervise Legal Aid Claims; (CCMS Claims; Claim 1s/Claim 1as/ Claim 2s); Supervising and checking Legal Aid bill preparation Claim1s, Claim1As; Experience in checking detailed 3 column and 6 column bills (Inter Partes); Experience in preparing and lodging bills at Court for assessment (Inter Partes); Assisting with payment of invoices; Processing of bills post assessment and preparing Final Costs Certificate; Processing bills payable by the third parties; Liaising with counsel and experts on bills and invoices; Training junior staff on case plans and bill preparation and advising on variety of legal costs matters Key Skills Required: Have previous experience in processing High Costs Case Plans and Legal Aid bills; Experience of dealing with Legal Aid bills from start to finish with the Legal Aid agency and third parties; Excellent attention to detail; Excellent numerical skills; Self-motivated with the ability to work on own initiative and to tight deadlines; Excellent communication skills; Up to date knowledge of LAA Costs Assessment Guidance, CPR and Costs legislation; Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges; Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with other professionals and court services; Excellent analytical and organisational skills; Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment; Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications; Costs Master; Ensuring compliance with Bill/Case management and document management skills. This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. About Gemini Recruitment and Equal Opportunities: Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals, Costs Lawyers, Costs Draftsman and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity & inclusion of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks inclusive of references & DBS checks will be conducted to establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability for this role. By applying for this vacancy you give permission to Gemini Recruitment Services Limited to submit your CV to the hiring company and thereby accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers JBRP1_UKTJ
At Verto, we're passionate about helping businesses in Emerging markets reach the world. What first started life as a FX solution for trading Nigerian Naira has now become a market-leading platform, changing the way thousands of businesses transfer money in and out of Emerging Markets. We believe that where you do business shouldn't determine how successful you are, or your ability to scale. Millions of companies a day have to juggle long settlement periods, high transaction fees and issues accessing liquidity in order to trade with African businesses. We're on a mission to change this by creating equal access to easy payment and liquidity solutions that are already a given in developed markets. We're not alone in realising the opportunity and need to solve for emerging markets. We're backed by world-class investors including Y-Combinator, Quona and MEVP, power payments for some of the most disruptive start-ups in the world and have a list of accolades from leading publications including being voted 'Fintech Start Up of the Year' at Fintech Awards London 2022. Each year we process billions of dollars of payments and provide companies with solutions which help them to save money, automate processes and grow, but we're only just getting started . Verto is seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Counsel to join our team. As Legal Counsel, you will play a critical role in providing comprehensive legal guidance and support across various aspects of our business operations. You will work closely with our executive team and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, manage legal risks, and contribute to the achievement of our strategic objectives. As Legal Counsel at Verto, you'll report directly to our Head of Compliance & MLRO and consistently work collaboratively across various aspects of our business operations to ensure that Verto has a targeted approach to customer acquisition, building strategic partnerships and ensuring commercial bias in decision making. Success in this role requires someone comfortable working in a fast-paced environment to build strategy and execution plans as well as developing strong relationships both internally and with key partners. This role requires a forward-thinker who is able to balance being ruthlessly customer-focused with internal resources and external requirements. What you'll be doing 1. Legal Support: Assist in resolving legal disputes and responding to regulatory inquiries or investigations. Provide legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on a wide range of matters, including commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, privacy, and data protection. Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents, with clients, vendors, and partners ensuring they accurately reflect the company's interests and comply with relevant laws and regulations. Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting the fintech industry, assess their impact on the company, and recommend appropriate actions to ensure compliance. Collaborate with internal teams, including product development, finance, and compliance, to address legal issues and provide timely guidance on legal matters. Manage external legal counsel as needed, including selection, engagement, and oversight of their work to support the company's legal needs effectively. Assist with corporate governance matters, including board meetings, corporate filings, and maintaining corporate records. Conduct legal research and analysis to support decision-making and provide proactive advice on legal risks and opportunities. Assist with the resolution of disputes and litigation matters, working closely with external counsel and other stakeholders to achieve favourable outcomes. 2. Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of changes in financial regulations and ensure that our fintech products and services comply with applicable laws and regulations. Interpret regulatory requirements and provide guidance to internal stakeholders on compliance matters. Conduct compliance assessments and audits to identify and address any gaps or deficiencies in our processes. 3.Policy Development: Develop and implement policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate compliance considerations into product development and business operations. Review and update existing policies to reflect changes in regulations or business practices. 4. Risk Management: Assess the legal and regulatory risks associated with new products, partnerships, and initiatives. Advise on risk mitigation strategies and assist in developing risk management frameworks. Conduct due diligence on third-party vendors and partners to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. 5. Training and Awareness: Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate employees on compliance policies, procedures, and best practices. Foster a culture of compliance by promoting awareness and understanding of regulatory obligations throughout the organisation. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB or JD) from an accredited institution. Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction is required. Minimum of 3 years of experience practising law, with a focus on corporate or commercial law, with a focus in fintech or financial services industry. Strong understanding of relevant laws and regulations including but not limited to financial services regulations, consumer protection laws, anti-money laundering (AML), know your customer (KYC), and data privacy laws. Proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and agreements. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to non-legal stakeholders. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement, discretion, and confidentiality in handling sensitive legal matters. Experience managing external legal counsel and other legal service providers is desirable.Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience working in a fintech or technology-driven environment is a plus. Certification in compliance (e.g., Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager) is desirable.
May 04, 2024
Full time
At Verto, we're passionate about helping businesses in Emerging markets reach the world. What first started life as a FX solution for trading Nigerian Naira has now become a market-leading platform, changing the way thousands of businesses transfer money in and out of Emerging Markets. We believe that where you do business shouldn't determine how successful you are, or your ability to scale. Millions of companies a day have to juggle long settlement periods, high transaction fees and issues accessing liquidity in order to trade with African businesses. We're on a mission to change this by creating equal access to easy payment and liquidity solutions that are already a given in developed markets. We're not alone in realising the opportunity and need to solve for emerging markets. We're backed by world-class investors including Y-Combinator, Quona and MEVP, power payments for some of the most disruptive start-ups in the world and have a list of accolades from leading publications including being voted 'Fintech Start Up of the Year' at Fintech Awards London 2022. Each year we process billions of dollars of payments and provide companies with solutions which help them to save money, automate processes and grow, but we're only just getting started . Verto is seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Counsel to join our team. As Legal Counsel, you will play a critical role in providing comprehensive legal guidance and support across various aspects of our business operations. You will work closely with our executive team and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, manage legal risks, and contribute to the achievement of our strategic objectives. As Legal Counsel at Verto, you'll report directly to our Head of Compliance & MLRO and consistently work collaboratively across various aspects of our business operations to ensure that Verto has a targeted approach to customer acquisition, building strategic partnerships and ensuring commercial bias in decision making. Success in this role requires someone comfortable working in a fast-paced environment to build strategy and execution plans as well as developing strong relationships both internally and with key partners. This role requires a forward-thinker who is able to balance being ruthlessly customer-focused with internal resources and external requirements. What you'll be doing 1. Legal Support: Assist in resolving legal disputes and responding to regulatory inquiries or investigations. Provide legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on a wide range of matters, including commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, privacy, and data protection. Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents, with clients, vendors, and partners ensuring they accurately reflect the company's interests and comply with relevant laws and regulations. Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting the fintech industry, assess their impact on the company, and recommend appropriate actions to ensure compliance. Collaborate with internal teams, including product development, finance, and compliance, to address legal issues and provide timely guidance on legal matters. Manage external legal counsel as needed, including selection, engagement, and oversight of their work to support the company's legal needs effectively. Assist with corporate governance matters, including board meetings, corporate filings, and maintaining corporate records. Conduct legal research and analysis to support decision-making and provide proactive advice on legal risks and opportunities. Assist with the resolution of disputes and litigation matters, working closely with external counsel and other stakeholders to achieve favourable outcomes. 2. Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of changes in financial regulations and ensure that our fintech products and services comply with applicable laws and regulations. Interpret regulatory requirements and provide guidance to internal stakeholders on compliance matters. Conduct compliance assessments and audits to identify and address any gaps or deficiencies in our processes. 3.Policy Development: Develop and implement policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate compliance considerations into product development and business operations. Review and update existing policies to reflect changes in regulations or business practices. 4. Risk Management: Assess the legal and regulatory risks associated with new products, partnerships, and initiatives. Advise on risk mitigation strategies and assist in developing risk management frameworks. Conduct due diligence on third-party vendors and partners to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. 5. Training and Awareness: Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate employees on compliance policies, procedures, and best practices. Foster a culture of compliance by promoting awareness and understanding of regulatory obligations throughout the organisation. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB or JD) from an accredited institution. Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction is required. Minimum of 3 years of experience practising law, with a focus on corporate or commercial law, with a focus in fintech or financial services industry. Strong understanding of relevant laws and regulations including but not limited to financial services regulations, consumer protection laws, anti-money laundering (AML), know your customer (KYC), and data privacy laws. Proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and agreements. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to non-legal stakeholders. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement, discretion, and confidentiality in handling sensitive legal matters. Experience managing external legal counsel and other legal service providers is desirable.Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience working in a fintech or technology-driven environment is a plus. Certification in compliance (e.g., Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager) is desirable.
OUR CLIENT A leading global law firm THE ROLE We have a new mandate to for a Senior Associate 6PQE+ to join a successful and growing City based Employment Law team This is a rare opportunity to join a team, regarded as a global provider of employment law advice, regularly advising on cross-jurisdictional projects You will be advising commercial clients on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious employment related matters, this will include;- Handling investigations and complex employment claims. Mentoring junior team members Advising on strategic projects, business transfers and outsourcing, employment tribunal, civil court and appeal litigation. Collective matters such as restructuring, redundancies, integration and TUPE. Senior executive issues, including negotiating appointments and exits, industrial relations and trade union matters. THE CANDIDATE You will be an experienced employment lawyer with a transactional background, ready to make a career move to a successful and highly collaborative team. You will be well-organised, proactive, with outstanding communication skills. Candidates with employment experience advising financial services clients would be of particular interest Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
May 04, 2024
Full time
OUR CLIENT A leading global law firm THE ROLE We have a new mandate to for a Senior Associate 6PQE+ to join a successful and growing City based Employment Law team This is a rare opportunity to join a team, regarded as a global provider of employment law advice, regularly advising on cross-jurisdictional projects You will be advising commercial clients on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious employment related matters, this will include;- Handling investigations and complex employment claims. Mentoring junior team members Advising on strategic projects, business transfers and outsourcing, employment tribunal, civil court and appeal litigation. Collective matters such as restructuring, redundancies, integration and TUPE. Senior executive issues, including negotiating appointments and exits, industrial relations and trade union matters. THE CANDIDATE You will be an experienced employment lawyer with a transactional background, ready to make a career move to a successful and highly collaborative team. You will be well-organised, proactive, with outstanding communication skills. Candidates with employment experience advising financial services clients would be of particular interest Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Entity: Customers & Products Job Family Group: Engineering Group Job Description: The Global Electrical Distribution Product Manager is responsible for the definition, development and launch of Electrical Distribution products, ensuring customer need, argument, strategic alignment, quality, efficiency are led throughout the Product Lifecycle. Taking ownership for the global delivery, this role will work with a team of specific hardware product managers and liaise with delivery managers and product and launch managers in country or domain teams to drive scale and new market entry of new product offerings. This role is in an exciting new area that is responsible for bringing on new hardware, solving difficult customer problems and maintaining the current Hardware portfolio. Working in bp pulse Do you want to contribute to a sustainable future of mobility for people and the planet? Are you ready to make the transition to an electrified world happen? The electric vehicle market is rapidly growing, and as a Global Electrical Distribution Product Manager, you can be at the centre of shaping future mobility solutions that customers love! bp pulse is one of the fastest growing EV charging networks globally and we need YOU as a Global Electrical Distribution Product Manager to help us on our adventure to help the world transition to an Electric Future and become NetZero. We're looking to meet the growing global demand for safe, sustainable, and affordable energy. We aim to deliver the fastest, most convenient network of 100,000 EV charging points worldwide by 2030. To do this, we need to rapidly grow our fantastic team with the best EV and product experts out there. YOU can help us get there, we're searching for skilled EV and product experts who are passionate and curious individuals to join our team to help the world electrify! Key accountabilities and experience by skill categories Ensures all Electrical Supply Equipment products are standardized and compliant with a minimum set of technical requirements. Maintains ESE catalogue and provides ESE solutions to regional engineering teams. Identifies, prepares and issues product technical specifications; provide technical due diligence during procurement activities; addresses product feedback from local construction and operations teams; conducts product optimization workshop and assesses innovative technologies. Conducts innovative technology assessment and plan the implementation into the bp pulse network, provided a positive business reason. Lead Proof of Concept project for the review of new technologies Implements solutions to upgrade or refurbish existing assets in operation. Improves the performance of existing assets in operation and reduce site related energy costs Be familiar with DNO technical requirements for ESE Develop Root Cause Fault Analysis and identify solutions to installation, commission, and operation issues. Responsible for on-boarding of new ESE suppliers and works as the primary technical contact with the equipment suppliers. Key characteristics of Global Electrical Distribution Product Manager: Intellectually curious: comfortable navigating between the big ideas and executional realities to create an achievable strategic product vision. Comfortable with ambiguity, a hunger to learn and a seeker of new challenges. Communicator & Influencer: comfortable influencing a group of executives as well as communicating your product vision clearly to your associates and partners. You can be open to different communication styles and listen carefully to diverse sets of ideas. Do-er: you're biased toward action and are willing to make commitments and trade-offs with other leaders to remove impediments for your team; you are a leader obsessed with delivering valuable in an iterative way focusing on high quality low TCO Hardware charging products that, ultimately, lead to maximum lovable experiences. Passionate & customer focus: you care about growing others and bringing them together around what's possible. You have a desire and ability to connect with our external or internal customers to fully understand their needs and build long lasting relationships. Learner: you have an appetite to learn new things or new technologies all while exhibiting humbleness when exploring unknown technologies; you will seek for internal solutions Team player: you enjoy working with diverse people and driving the team toward a common goal. You are also able to coach others and be a mentor in product development. You are an expert in guiding pods/ sprint team towards outcomes for customers and the business. Provides people leadership, team leadership, and models cross-discipline/org influence. Skills & Competencies Experience in electrical engineering design and execution. Experience in specifying electrical supply equipment. Experience in project execution and delivery Ability to work in flexible and highly commercially focused way to achieve results. Deep experience of electrical infrastructure and the delivery of energy from point of generation to user / load. Experience in electric Vehicle Infrastructure and related energy management (load management, smart charging, V2G, Microgrid etc ) Experience in the electric vehicle Digital field experience, Software protocols and related business application. Team player, strong communication skills Desirable criteria Electrical supply equipment (switchboard, substation) design and manufacturing experience. Project Management of similar power and hardware Projects Technical and engineering roll out in the EV field Attended standardization or regulatory bodies Cross cultural and global working Operating management systems supporting sustainable process for effective operations. Travel Requirement Some travel may be required with this role, Essential Education: Engineering degree at mininum, Master would be a plus What can we offer you to electrify your career with us? At bp pulse, we are expanding our global business with the dynamism and buzz of a new start up. With benefits such as an open and inclusive culture, a great work-life balance, tremendous learning, and development opportunities to enable you to craft your own career path, life and health insurance, medical care package and many others. In this role you will feel empowered, capable, energised, and able to act as decision makers. Diversity sits at the heart of our company and as an equal opportunity employer, we stay true to our mission by ensuring that our place can be anyone's place. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, neuro diversity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. bp pulse operates a 60% office (central London), 40% home flexible working policy i.e., we rock a hybrid model and offer the best of both worlds! Travel Requirement Some travel may be required with this role, this is negotiable Relocation Assistance: This role is not eligible for relocation Remote Type: This position is a hybrid of office/remote working Skills: Business, Electrical Equipments, Electrical Power Engineering, Engineering Leadership, Equipment Procurement, Instrumentation Engineering, Risk Assessments, Safety Leadership, Technical Knowledge, Technical Solutions Legal Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status , neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us to request accommodations. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Entity: Customers & Products Job Family Group: Engineering Group Job Description: The Global Electrical Distribution Product Manager is responsible for the definition, development and launch of Electrical Distribution products, ensuring customer need, argument, strategic alignment, quality, efficiency are led throughout the Product Lifecycle. Taking ownership for the global delivery, this role will work with a team of specific hardware product managers and liaise with delivery managers and product and launch managers in country or domain teams to drive scale and new market entry of new product offerings. This role is in an exciting new area that is responsible for bringing on new hardware, solving difficult customer problems and maintaining the current Hardware portfolio. Working in bp pulse Do you want to contribute to a sustainable future of mobility for people and the planet? Are you ready to make the transition to an electrified world happen? The electric vehicle market is rapidly growing, and as a Global Electrical Distribution Product Manager, you can be at the centre of shaping future mobility solutions that customers love! bp pulse is one of the fastest growing EV charging networks globally and we need YOU as a Global Electrical Distribution Product Manager to help us on our adventure to help the world transition to an Electric Future and become NetZero. We're looking to meet the growing global demand for safe, sustainable, and affordable energy. We aim to deliver the fastest, most convenient network of 100,000 EV charging points worldwide by 2030. To do this, we need to rapidly grow our fantastic team with the best EV and product experts out there. YOU can help us get there, we're searching for skilled EV and product experts who are passionate and curious individuals to join our team to help the world electrify! Key accountabilities and experience by skill categories Ensures all Electrical Supply Equipment products are standardized and compliant with a minimum set of technical requirements. Maintains ESE catalogue and provides ESE solutions to regional engineering teams. Identifies, prepares and issues product technical specifications; provide technical due diligence during procurement activities; addresses product feedback from local construction and operations teams; conducts product optimization workshop and assesses innovative technologies. Conducts innovative technology assessment and plan the implementation into the bp pulse network, provided a positive business reason. Lead Proof of Concept project for the review of new technologies Implements solutions to upgrade or refurbish existing assets in operation. Improves the performance of existing assets in operation and reduce site related energy costs Be familiar with DNO technical requirements for ESE Develop Root Cause Fault Analysis and identify solutions to installation, commission, and operation issues. Responsible for on-boarding of new ESE suppliers and works as the primary technical contact with the equipment suppliers. Key characteristics of Global Electrical Distribution Product Manager: Intellectually curious: comfortable navigating between the big ideas and executional realities to create an achievable strategic product vision. Comfortable with ambiguity, a hunger to learn and a seeker of new challenges. Communicator & Influencer: comfortable influencing a group of executives as well as communicating your product vision clearly to your associates and partners. You can be open to different communication styles and listen carefully to diverse sets of ideas. Do-er: you're biased toward action and are willing to make commitments and trade-offs with other leaders to remove impediments for your team; you are a leader obsessed with delivering valuable in an iterative way focusing on high quality low TCO Hardware charging products that, ultimately, lead to maximum lovable experiences. Passionate & customer focus: you care about growing others and bringing them together around what's possible. You have a desire and ability to connect with our external or internal customers to fully understand their needs and build long lasting relationships. Learner: you have an appetite to learn new things or new technologies all while exhibiting humbleness when exploring unknown technologies; you will seek for internal solutions Team player: you enjoy working with diverse people and driving the team toward a common goal. You are also able to coach others and be a mentor in product development. You are an expert in guiding pods/ sprint team towards outcomes for customers and the business. Provides people leadership, team leadership, and models cross-discipline/org influence. Skills & Competencies Experience in electrical engineering design and execution. Experience in specifying electrical supply equipment. Experience in project execution and delivery Ability to work in flexible and highly commercially focused way to achieve results. Deep experience of electrical infrastructure and the delivery of energy from point of generation to user / load. Experience in electric Vehicle Infrastructure and related energy management (load management, smart charging, V2G, Microgrid etc ) Experience in the electric vehicle Digital field experience, Software protocols and related business application. Team player, strong communication skills Desirable criteria Electrical supply equipment (switchboard, substation) design and manufacturing experience. Project Management of similar power and hardware Projects Technical and engineering roll out in the EV field Attended standardization or regulatory bodies Cross cultural and global working Operating management systems supporting sustainable process for effective operations. Travel Requirement Some travel may be required with this role, Essential Education: Engineering degree at mininum, Master would be a plus What can we offer you to electrify your career with us? At bp pulse, we are expanding our global business with the dynamism and buzz of a new start up. With benefits such as an open and inclusive culture, a great work-life balance, tremendous learning, and development opportunities to enable you to craft your own career path, life and health insurance, medical care package and many others. In this role you will feel empowered, capable, energised, and able to act as decision makers. Diversity sits at the heart of our company and as an equal opportunity employer, we stay true to our mission by ensuring that our place can be anyone's place. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, neuro diversity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. bp pulse operates a 60% office (central London), 40% home flexible working policy i.e., we rock a hybrid model and offer the best of both worlds! Travel Requirement Some travel may be required with this role, this is negotiable Relocation Assistance: This role is not eligible for relocation Remote Type: This position is a hybrid of office/remote working Skills: Business, Electrical Equipments, Electrical Power Engineering, Engineering Leadership, Equipment Procurement, Instrumentation Engineering, Risk Assessments, Safety Leadership, Technical Knowledge, Technical Solutions Legal Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status , neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us to request accommodations. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
A strategic and trusted insurance partner, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI), provides a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages and outstanding service to customers and brokers around the world. Part of Berkshire Hathaway's insurance operations, we bring our solutions to market with our stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet, and the expertise of our global team of professionals, who exude excellent capabilities and strong character. We are a values-based organization where respect, integrity, excellence, collaboration, and passion define who we are and how we do business. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, and perspectives and strive to foster an inclusive environment that enables all our team members to bring their best selves to work. We are one team committed to building a culture where every teammate has the opportunity to contribute and be recognized. Want to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty and specialty lines insurance company in the world? Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Legal Counsel to join the European product wordings team. This role will report to the Chief Counsel, Product Wordings, Europe, and assist the wider product team in supporting BHSI teammates in Europe on a variety of Executive and Professional lines underwriting queries. This role will also require collaboration with the global Legal, Risk, Compliance and Governance teammates and directly with the business. More experienced candidates may be considered for a Senior Legal Counsel role. Duties & Responsibilities: Assist Underwriters to develop new insurance products in Executive and Professional Lines Amend insurance documentation in response to legal and regulatory change Draft, negotiate and amend policy wordings and related documentation (e.g. quotation documents and IPID) as required Lead negotiations regarding wordings with business partners and brokers Keep abreast of legal and regulatory developments and inform underwriters of these and arrange training as required Instruct external counsel as appropriate to provide advice on specialist topics Deliver training and coaching to underwriters and claims colleagues to improve wordings Keep up to date with regulatory developments and feed these into drafting and legal advice Respond to demands for legal support from underwriters and prioritise work in line with business objectives Maintain strong relationships and regular communication with stakeholders including underwriters, brokers and service providers to ensure effective communications. Qualifications, Skills and Experience: Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with a minimum of 5 years' insurance wordings/coverage experience Technical insurance knowledge across one or more product lines including experience of international and multinational contracts Knowledge of insurance regulatory and licensing considerations General legal knowledge of topics such as GDPR and insurance distribution Understanding of the London and European company markets and the Lloyd's market Proficiency with SharePoint, Excel and Word Excellent communication, organisational, time management and project management skills Fluent English. Additional European language is desirable but not essential. BHSI Offers: A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates and our other stakeholders A purposely non-bureaucratic organisation that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasises individual excellence in a team framework To apply, please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining why this would be the perfect role for you to NOTE: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization
May 04, 2024
Full time
A strategic and trusted insurance partner, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI), provides a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages and outstanding service to customers and brokers around the world. Part of Berkshire Hathaway's insurance operations, we bring our solutions to market with our stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet, and the expertise of our global team of professionals, who exude excellent capabilities and strong character. We are a values-based organization where respect, integrity, excellence, collaboration, and passion define who we are and how we do business. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, and perspectives and strive to foster an inclusive environment that enables all our team members to bring their best selves to work. We are one team committed to building a culture where every teammate has the opportunity to contribute and be recognized. Want to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty and specialty lines insurance company in the world? Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Legal Counsel to join the European product wordings team. This role will report to the Chief Counsel, Product Wordings, Europe, and assist the wider product team in supporting BHSI teammates in Europe on a variety of Executive and Professional lines underwriting queries. This role will also require collaboration with the global Legal, Risk, Compliance and Governance teammates and directly with the business. More experienced candidates may be considered for a Senior Legal Counsel role. Duties & Responsibilities: Assist Underwriters to develop new insurance products in Executive and Professional Lines Amend insurance documentation in response to legal and regulatory change Draft, negotiate and amend policy wordings and related documentation (e.g. quotation documents and IPID) as required Lead negotiations regarding wordings with business partners and brokers Keep abreast of legal and regulatory developments and inform underwriters of these and arrange training as required Instruct external counsel as appropriate to provide advice on specialist topics Deliver training and coaching to underwriters and claims colleagues to improve wordings Keep up to date with regulatory developments and feed these into drafting and legal advice Respond to demands for legal support from underwriters and prioritise work in line with business objectives Maintain strong relationships and regular communication with stakeholders including underwriters, brokers and service providers to ensure effective communications. Qualifications, Skills and Experience: Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with a minimum of 5 years' insurance wordings/coverage experience Technical insurance knowledge across one or more product lines including experience of international and multinational contracts Knowledge of insurance regulatory and licensing considerations General legal knowledge of topics such as GDPR and insurance distribution Understanding of the London and European company markets and the Lloyd's market Proficiency with SharePoint, Excel and Word Excellent communication, organisational, time management and project management skills Fluent English. Additional European language is desirable but not essential. BHSI Offers: A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates and our other stakeholders A purposely non-bureaucratic organisation that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasises individual excellence in a team framework To apply, please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining why this would be the perfect role for you to NOTE: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization
Office location: London (hybrid working will be considered after successful probation) About EF Education First At EF we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, we have helped millions of people see new places, experience new cultures, and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Our culturally immersive education programs-focused on language, travel, cultural exchange, and academics-turn dreams into international opportunities. When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than 600 schools and offices in 50 countries, all with one shared mission of opening the world through education. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about-we welcome you and want you to bring that to work every day. Founded in Sweden in 1965, EF has schools and offices around the world, including hubs in Boston, London, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more. The Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity for a junior English qualified solicitor to join the growing legal team of our UK-based business division, which offers a range of B2B product lines, including language training to corporates and executive leadership programs. From our Ashridge Estate located in Hertfordshire, we complement our B2B educational offerings with a B2C business (hospitality, weddings, conferences, events). We are looking for an individual who will work under the guidance and direction of the Senior Legal Counsel who heads up the B2B legal team, in an environment where important hands-on commercial decisions need to be made quickly and frequently in a very entrepreneurial context. Scope • Finding workable solutions to legal issues and taking proactive ownership to secure implementation throughout our international organisation. • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of legal documentation, in particular customer and supplier contracts, helping commercial managers to identify what is most important. • Facing external stakeholders such as procurement and legal departments within large B2B clients in commercial deal making and negotiations. Requirements • English qualified solicitor (1 - 3 years' PQE (or equivalent experience with broad legal experience working in-house or within the commercial department of a private practice law firm. The PQE level is very much a guide and those with greater or lesser experience are encouraged to apply if they feel they would be a good fit. • Commercial law experience and, ideally, relevant experience in IP and data protection. • Fluency in English essential with a professional working proficiency in another language desirable. • Commercial acumen; ability to balance risk vs. reward, theory vs. practice. • Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, preferably within an international context on sale and supplier side. • Extremely strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Displays a high level of integrity, professionalism and collaboration skills. • Creativity - ability to develop workable creative win-win solutions with clients and suppliers. • Self-motivated with aptitude to work autonomously, yet humble and asking for expertise support as needed. • Ability to work efficiently and prioritise in a fast-paced environment. • Decisive and comfortable being part of quick decision-making processes, at times with an incomplete set of data, requiring ability to drive decisions and take calculated risks. • Ability to adapt to an international culture in a vibrant, sales driven and non-hierarchical organisational structure without "corner offices", interacting with versatile stakeholders. Why work for us? Developing our talent is core to our values. We provide regular training, access to self-development platforms, real ownership, and career progression opportunities Hybrid working arrangements potential Comprehensive Onboarding and development programs Length of Service Recognition including paid sabbatical A strong network of international peers and collaborators. With campuses and offices in over 50 countries, including the beautiful Ashridge House outside London, we offer a truly global and collaborative environment. Private Medical Insurance Loan for annual travel passes Employee Assistance Programme EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, disability, parental status, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique. Want to learn more about life at EF? Follow us on social.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Office location: London (hybrid working will be considered after successful probation) About EF Education First At EF we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, we have helped millions of people see new places, experience new cultures, and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Our culturally immersive education programs-focused on language, travel, cultural exchange, and academics-turn dreams into international opportunities. When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than 600 schools and offices in 50 countries, all with one shared mission of opening the world through education. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about-we welcome you and want you to bring that to work every day. Founded in Sweden in 1965, EF has schools and offices around the world, including hubs in Boston, London, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more. The Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity for a junior English qualified solicitor to join the growing legal team of our UK-based business division, which offers a range of B2B product lines, including language training to corporates and executive leadership programs. From our Ashridge Estate located in Hertfordshire, we complement our B2B educational offerings with a B2C business (hospitality, weddings, conferences, events). We are looking for an individual who will work under the guidance and direction of the Senior Legal Counsel who heads up the B2B legal team, in an environment where important hands-on commercial decisions need to be made quickly and frequently in a very entrepreneurial context. Scope • Finding workable solutions to legal issues and taking proactive ownership to secure implementation throughout our international organisation. • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of legal documentation, in particular customer and supplier contracts, helping commercial managers to identify what is most important. • Facing external stakeholders such as procurement and legal departments within large B2B clients in commercial deal making and negotiations. Requirements • English qualified solicitor (1 - 3 years' PQE (or equivalent experience with broad legal experience working in-house or within the commercial department of a private practice law firm. The PQE level is very much a guide and those with greater or lesser experience are encouraged to apply if they feel they would be a good fit. • Commercial law experience and, ideally, relevant experience in IP and data protection. • Fluency in English essential with a professional working proficiency in another language desirable. • Commercial acumen; ability to balance risk vs. reward, theory vs. practice. • Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, preferably within an international context on sale and supplier side. • Extremely strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Displays a high level of integrity, professionalism and collaboration skills. • Creativity - ability to develop workable creative win-win solutions with clients and suppliers. • Self-motivated with aptitude to work autonomously, yet humble and asking for expertise support as needed. • Ability to work efficiently and prioritise in a fast-paced environment. • Decisive and comfortable being part of quick decision-making processes, at times with an incomplete set of data, requiring ability to drive decisions and take calculated risks. • Ability to adapt to an international culture in a vibrant, sales driven and non-hierarchical organisational structure without "corner offices", interacting with versatile stakeholders. Why work for us? Developing our talent is core to our values. We provide regular training, access to self-development platforms, real ownership, and career progression opportunities Hybrid working arrangements potential Comprehensive Onboarding and development programs Length of Service Recognition including paid sabbatical A strong network of international peers and collaborators. With campuses and offices in over 50 countries, including the beautiful Ashridge House outside London, we offer a truly global and collaborative environment. Private Medical Insurance Loan for annual travel passes Employee Assistance Programme EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, disability, parental status, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique. Want to learn more about life at EF? Follow us on social.