Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging role in an education setting? Do you have the skills and experience to manage the financial and operational aspects of a school? If so, we would love to hear from you!We are seeking a senior school business officer to support the headteacher in ensuring the smooth and successful running of our setting in East Lancashire. You will be responsible for the supporting facilities, contracts and various administration duties.You will have relevant experience in a similar role. You will also have excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills. You will have the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders, including staff, parents, pupils, governors, and external agencies. Liaise with the finance team with regards to invoicing and banking. Be responsible for the daily management of administration, data, catering, operations support, basic human resources and ICT. Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations. Lead on some school contracts and ensure best value. Maintain the single central record inline with the HR policies. Ensure the ICT systems function effectively to enhance and supports the teaching and learning of the school. Promote the school's profile and reputation in the community. What you'll need to succeed Ideally, experience of working in a school environment. Experience of contributing at a strategic level within the senior management/leadership team of an organisation Knowledge and experience of managing risk assessments and health and safety legislation. Experience of leading, managing, and motivating staff. Ability to lead and manage change. Ability to work well under pressure and manage competing deadlines. Flexibility and willingness to be adaptable. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role in the Blackburn and Darwen area, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. The school is looking to shortlist ASAP so we are looking to move quickly on this position.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
May 05, 2024
Full time
Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging role in an education setting? Do you have the skills and experience to manage the financial and operational aspects of a school? If so, we would love to hear from you!We are seeking a senior school business officer to support the headteacher in ensuring the smooth and successful running of our setting in East Lancashire. You will be responsible for the supporting facilities, contracts and various administration duties.You will have relevant experience in a similar role. You will also have excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills. You will have the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders, including staff, parents, pupils, governors, and external agencies. Liaise with the finance team with regards to invoicing and banking. Be responsible for the daily management of administration, data, catering, operations support, basic human resources and ICT. Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations. Lead on some school contracts and ensure best value. Maintain the single central record inline with the HR policies. Ensure the ICT systems function effectively to enhance and supports the teaching and learning of the school. Promote the school's profile and reputation in the community. What you'll need to succeed Ideally, experience of working in a school environment. Experience of contributing at a strategic level within the senior management/leadership team of an organisation Knowledge and experience of managing risk assessments and health and safety legislation. Experience of leading, managing, and motivating staff. Ability to lead and manage change. Ability to work well under pressure and manage competing deadlines. Flexibility and willingness to be adaptable. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role in the Blackburn and Darwen area, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. The school is looking to shortlist ASAP so we are looking to move quickly on this position.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
School Business Manager, Blackburn £29,500 - £33,000 pro rata Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging role in an education setting?Do you have the skills and experience to manage the financial and operational aspects of a school?If so, we would love to hear from you!We are seeking a school business manager to join the well established team of this primary education setting based in Blackburn and support the headteacher and governors in ensuring the smooth and successful running of our school. You will be responsible for the strategic planning and support in most areas including finance, operations, facilities, administration, health and safety and site management.You will have a relevant qualification in business management or equivalent experience in a similar role. You will also have excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills. You will have the ability to be friendly and approachable and work effectively with a range of stakeholders, including staff, parents, pupils, governors, and external agencies. This is a full-time role and term time only. Both interim only and permanent applicants can be considered for this position. Undertake all business and finance management transactions. Monitor and administer the whole school budget. Be responsible for the management of administration, data, estate management, health and safety, catering, operations support, human resources and ICT. Coordinate staff cover arrangements, ensuring the best value. Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations. Support procurement, contracts, and asset management. Plan and manage the recruitment processes within the school. Maintain the single central record inline with the HR policies. Promote the school's profile and reputation in the community. What you'll need to succeed You should already have experience of working in a school environment. Experience of contributing at a strategic level within the senior management/leadership team of an organisation. Knowledge and experience of managing risk assessments and health and safety legislation. Experience of managing budgets and resources. Flexibility and willingness to be adaptable. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role in Blackburn, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. The school is looking to shortlist ASAP, so we are looking to move quickly on this position.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
May 05, 2024
Full time
School Business Manager, Blackburn £29,500 - £33,000 pro rata Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging role in an education setting?Do you have the skills and experience to manage the financial and operational aspects of a school?If so, we would love to hear from you!We are seeking a school business manager to join the well established team of this primary education setting based in Blackburn and support the headteacher and governors in ensuring the smooth and successful running of our school. You will be responsible for the strategic planning and support in most areas including finance, operations, facilities, administration, health and safety and site management.You will have a relevant qualification in business management or equivalent experience in a similar role. You will also have excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills. You will have the ability to be friendly and approachable and work effectively with a range of stakeholders, including staff, parents, pupils, governors, and external agencies. This is a full-time role and term time only. Both interim only and permanent applicants can be considered for this position. Undertake all business and finance management transactions. Monitor and administer the whole school budget. Be responsible for the management of administration, data, estate management, health and safety, catering, operations support, human resources and ICT. Coordinate staff cover arrangements, ensuring the best value. Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations. Support procurement, contracts, and asset management. Plan and manage the recruitment processes within the school. Maintain the single central record inline with the HR policies. Promote the school's profile and reputation in the community. What you'll need to succeed You should already have experience of working in a school environment. Experience of contributing at a strategic level within the senior management/leadership team of an organisation. Knowledge and experience of managing risk assessments and health and safety legislation. Experience of managing budgets and resources. Flexibility and willingness to be adaptable. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role in Blackburn, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. The school is looking to shortlist ASAP, so we are looking to move quickly on this position.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Here at 10x Banking we believe banks are slowed down by their own legacy technology and we're here to change that. Our community brings together banking industry knowledge with market-leading, next gen, cloud native technology required to move banking into the 21st century. The biggest banks around the globe use our platform to power some of the world's most innovative financial propositions. And to do this we've built a team that has the breadth of knowledge and experience we need to push our product forward. We have headquarters in London and Sydney, but our 10x teams work around the globe with colleagues in Europe, Australia, Asia, Africa and all over the UK and Ireland. Join us in our mission to make banking 10x better for customers, banks and society! About the role: Reporting to the General Counsel, this role will be an integral part of 10x's Legal function 10x. You will provide general corporate and commercial legal support across the business, supporting the group's requirements here in the UK, as well as in Australia and elsewhere as the group expands into new territories. You will work closely with numerous business operations and technical teams across the business, including Sales, Product, Finance, Supplier Management and with our compliance and risk control functions. About You: You will be a commercial/corporate generalist that can build relationships with our internal clients. You will be focused on supporting the customer-facing team to win new business, and strengthening relationships with existing customers, through drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and overseeing adherence to the contractual obligations in those agreements. You will help with the operationalisation of the legal function as the business scales, liaise with outside counsel and support the General Counsel in managing the Group's legal requirements. This might include: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating various customer and supplier contracts Supporting the organisation with drafting and reviewing various other legal agreements, and corporate and regulatory documents and filings Providing practical legal advice and training to your colleagues Supporting the development and maintenance of 10x's corporate and regulatory compliance programs; and Monitoring legal and regulatory trends and analysing their impact on 10x, as well as our customers. We are looking for someone who is well-rounded, can work independently and is not afraid to "roll their sleeves up and get stuck in". 10x is at an inflexion point in its growth and we are looking for someone who wants to help in the organisation's growth and to make our business 10x better. Ideally you will have Experience as a qualified lawyer, preferably in England and Wales but we will consider other relevant jurisdictions Extensive relevant experience as in-house legal counsel and/or from a reputable law firm Excellent commercial contracts expertise, preferably within PaaS/SaaS Privacy law experience Strong business-orientation and ability to provide practical and actionable advice in a clear and friendly way Excellent communication skills and a cooperative mindset aimed at adding value to 10x's business Proficiency in written and spoken English (other languages would be considered a plus) Experience from tech and PaaS/SaaS providers is desirable. However A desire to get stuck in is more important than ticking every box on our checklist. So, if you're interested in what we're building and excited by our mission, get in touch anyway! At 10x Banking, we put our people first - we believe in empowering you to get the job done! 25 days of holiday in addition to Bank/Public Holidays (+ 1 day off on your birthday!) 4 wellbeing days (1 additional paid day off per quarter, aimed at supporting you to maintain your personal wellbeing) Remote enabled working: in person events twice per quarter, and agree your ways of working with your line manager outside of that! Regular social gatherings and affinity groups Work from anywhere outside your typical working location - up to 4 weeks a year! Career progression and learning pathways 1 paid volunteering day a year Enhanced parental policies, including time off for fertility treatment Sabbatical leave Options pool Private health insurance, with the option to add your family Pension scheme Public/Bank holiday swaps Enhanced company sick pay Life Assurance Income Protection Subscription to Headspace wellbeing app Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice More about 10x We are driven by the belief that whatever we do as a business has to be done in the right way. Our three core values of: Transformation, Integrity and Impact support this. Discover what life is like at 10x over on Instagram and find out what the company is up to on Linkedin . Equal opportunities for all At 10x we are passionate about our people and are committed to fostering a more diverse and inclusive culture. We are building a community where every 10xer can bring their authentic self to work and feel empowered to reach their full potential. Our many employee networks help amplify this vision. Alongside assessing technical capabilities to do the role, our assessment process will identify what you can uniquely bring to our 10x teams, and the potential you have to thrive here. Common to every role that 10xers perform, are 3 core competencies that we look for in our future 10xers - Business Impact , Change Driver & Delivery Excellence We are committed to ensuring all job applicants are treated equally and fairly and encourage applicants of all ethnicities, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, age, neurodiversity or disability status. Accommodations We recognize not everyone is the same. In fact, we embrace difference. If you require any form of accommodation during the interview process, please tell us so we can make arrangements to support. Any information that you provide will be recorded and maintained confidentially.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Here at 10x Banking we believe banks are slowed down by their own legacy technology and we're here to change that. Our community brings together banking industry knowledge with market-leading, next gen, cloud native technology required to move banking into the 21st century. The biggest banks around the globe use our platform to power some of the world's most innovative financial propositions. And to do this we've built a team that has the breadth of knowledge and experience we need to push our product forward. We have headquarters in London and Sydney, but our 10x teams work around the globe with colleagues in Europe, Australia, Asia, Africa and all over the UK and Ireland. Join us in our mission to make banking 10x better for customers, banks and society! About the role: Reporting to the General Counsel, this role will be an integral part of 10x's Legal function 10x. You will provide general corporate and commercial legal support across the business, supporting the group's requirements here in the UK, as well as in Australia and elsewhere as the group expands into new territories. You will work closely with numerous business operations and technical teams across the business, including Sales, Product, Finance, Supplier Management and with our compliance and risk control functions. About You: You will be a commercial/corporate generalist that can build relationships with our internal clients. You will be focused on supporting the customer-facing team to win new business, and strengthening relationships with existing customers, through drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and overseeing adherence to the contractual obligations in those agreements. You will help with the operationalisation of the legal function as the business scales, liaise with outside counsel and support the General Counsel in managing the Group's legal requirements. This might include: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating various customer and supplier contracts Supporting the organisation with drafting and reviewing various other legal agreements, and corporate and regulatory documents and filings Providing practical legal advice and training to your colleagues Supporting the development and maintenance of 10x's corporate and regulatory compliance programs; and Monitoring legal and regulatory trends and analysing their impact on 10x, as well as our customers. We are looking for someone who is well-rounded, can work independently and is not afraid to "roll their sleeves up and get stuck in". 10x is at an inflexion point in its growth and we are looking for someone who wants to help in the organisation's growth and to make our business 10x better. Ideally you will have Experience as a qualified lawyer, preferably in England and Wales but we will consider other relevant jurisdictions Extensive relevant experience as in-house legal counsel and/or from a reputable law firm Excellent commercial contracts expertise, preferably within PaaS/SaaS Privacy law experience Strong business-orientation and ability to provide practical and actionable advice in a clear and friendly way Excellent communication skills and a cooperative mindset aimed at adding value to 10x's business Proficiency in written and spoken English (other languages would be considered a plus) Experience from tech and PaaS/SaaS providers is desirable. However A desire to get stuck in is more important than ticking every box on our checklist. So, if you're interested in what we're building and excited by our mission, get in touch anyway! At 10x Banking, we put our people first - we believe in empowering you to get the job done! 25 days of holiday in addition to Bank/Public Holidays (+ 1 day off on your birthday!) 4 wellbeing days (1 additional paid day off per quarter, aimed at supporting you to maintain your personal wellbeing) Remote enabled working: in person events twice per quarter, and agree your ways of working with your line manager outside of that! Regular social gatherings and affinity groups Work from anywhere outside your typical working location - up to 4 weeks a year! Career progression and learning pathways 1 paid volunteering day a year Enhanced parental policies, including time off for fertility treatment Sabbatical leave Options pool Private health insurance, with the option to add your family Pension scheme Public/Bank holiday swaps Enhanced company sick pay Life Assurance Income Protection Subscription to Headspace wellbeing app Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice More about 10x We are driven by the belief that whatever we do as a business has to be done in the right way. Our three core values of: Transformation, Integrity and Impact support this. Discover what life is like at 10x over on Instagram and find out what the company is up to on Linkedin . Equal opportunities for all At 10x we are passionate about our people and are committed to fostering a more diverse and inclusive culture. We are building a community where every 10xer can bring their authentic self to work and feel empowered to reach their full potential. Our many employee networks help amplify this vision. Alongside assessing technical capabilities to do the role, our assessment process will identify what you can uniquely bring to our 10x teams, and the potential you have to thrive here. Common to every role that 10xers perform, are 3 core competencies that we look for in our future 10xers - Business Impact , Change Driver & Delivery Excellence We are committed to ensuring all job applicants are treated equally and fairly and encourage applicants of all ethnicities, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, age, neurodiversity or disability status. Accommodations We recognize not everyone is the same. In fact, we embrace difference. If you require any form of accommodation during the interview process, please tell us so we can make arrangements to support. Any information that you provide will be recorded and maintained confidentially.
Vice Principal, Finance and Registry Location: Teesside Salary: Circa £90,000 with a market leading benefits package which includes 44 days holiday (including statutory allowance and a pension that the college will contribute up to 15.2%) Who is my client: Middlesbrough College is the largest further education provider in Teesside. It provides predominantly further education but also selected higher education provisions to over 13,000 students. Middlesbrough College also employs over 1,000 staff out of their £100m state of the art campus on the banks of the tees. Job Purpose: Middlesbrough College has at its mission a drive to improve regional economic and social prosperity. As a member of the College's Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will provide transformational leadership in all aspects of the finance and registry, with responsibility for providing strategic financial leadership and direction to the Middlesbrough College Group. Responsibilities; As part of the Senior Leadership Team, to actively develop and deliver the College's Strategic Plan, in particular achieving our mission through delivering the priority of 'organisation resilience'. To lead internally and externally on all matters related to the finance, registry, and risk management functions. To provide strategic and proactive advice to SLT and cross college managers in all matters related to finance and registry. To ensure strong financial and regulatory controls are in place through the development and implementation of related policies, training and internal procedures and leading on ensuring the college is compliant with managing public money. To be the risk management champion for the college, ensuring a risk management and assurance framework is in place and effective, leading on production of audit plans, liaising and coordinating all audits and presenting to the audit & risk committee. To develop and have overall responsibility for the operational delivery of the five-year financial plan, including but not limited to production of statutory accounts and financial returns, treasury, bank and cash management / cash flow projections, production of high quality and timely management information, tax and VAT advice and returns, income recovery and maximisation. To ensure regulatory compliance on procurement, tendering and contractual matters, seeking value for money and procurement solutions to support the college infrastructure and operations. Undertaking financial due diligence and ensuring a system of control is in place for delivery partner reviews. Undertaking contractual reviews for new opportunities and providing financial information and oversight for funding bids and income tenders. To provide high quality management information including monthly management accounts, enrolment and funding reports, overhead and benchmarking analysis, staff pay and contract scenario testing. To produce high quality financial information to assess strategic project developments including capital developments, merger / acquisition scenarios, financial health scenario planning and stress testing of financial models. To prepare high quality capital and revenue bid submissions and monitor project delivery and financial returns. To produce and deliver an annual revenue and capital plan in line with strategic objectives and in consultation with governors and managers. To meet all strategic KPIs associated with your areas of responsibility. To have overall responsibility for the timely and accurate data returns required for our funders and regulators, including but not limited to ILR and funding contracts and returns, data accuracy checks, management information reports to maximise income, course file production, data quality, curriculum planning, timetabling, room and staff utilisation and for meeting all funder and regulator rules and return deadlines. To manage the finance and registry teams developing team members, providing training and succession planning opportunities and carrying out performance reviews. To provide and present timely and accurate reports and presentations to SLT, CMT and the governing body as and when required. To provide thought leadership on matters of skills funding and related policy and attend policy groups and forums to influence and enact new skills policy - nationally and locally. To manage budgets associated with your area of responsibilities. Within the limitation set out in the contract of employment, working hours are flexible and can be subject to variation depending upon curriculum needs. To carry out such other appropriate duties commensurate with your skills, knowledge, experience and remuneration Essential Requirements: Fully qualified Accountant - ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA Proven ability to produce financial plans, statutory accounts, cash flows, revenue and capital plans and management accounts. Evidence of strong financial regulation and control Experience of meeting funders and regulators deadlines and expectations. Sound background in treasury, cash, bank and VAT A record of managing capital project funding Experience of financial and risk management and control Desirable Requirements: Experience of managing FE funding Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant professional qualification Management qualification Knowledge of current issues facing the further education and or training sectors For more information or for a confidential discussion around this opportunity please feel free to contact Anthony Antoniou at Imperial Recruitment Group
May 05, 2024
Full time
Vice Principal, Finance and Registry Location: Teesside Salary: Circa £90,000 with a market leading benefits package which includes 44 days holiday (including statutory allowance and a pension that the college will contribute up to 15.2%) Who is my client: Middlesbrough College is the largest further education provider in Teesside. It provides predominantly further education but also selected higher education provisions to over 13,000 students. Middlesbrough College also employs over 1,000 staff out of their £100m state of the art campus on the banks of the tees. Job Purpose: Middlesbrough College has at its mission a drive to improve regional economic and social prosperity. As a member of the College's Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will provide transformational leadership in all aspects of the finance and registry, with responsibility for providing strategic financial leadership and direction to the Middlesbrough College Group. Responsibilities; As part of the Senior Leadership Team, to actively develop and deliver the College's Strategic Plan, in particular achieving our mission through delivering the priority of 'organisation resilience'. To lead internally and externally on all matters related to the finance, registry, and risk management functions. To provide strategic and proactive advice to SLT and cross college managers in all matters related to finance and registry. To ensure strong financial and regulatory controls are in place through the development and implementation of related policies, training and internal procedures and leading on ensuring the college is compliant with managing public money. To be the risk management champion for the college, ensuring a risk management and assurance framework is in place and effective, leading on production of audit plans, liaising and coordinating all audits and presenting to the audit & risk committee. To develop and have overall responsibility for the operational delivery of the five-year financial plan, including but not limited to production of statutory accounts and financial returns, treasury, bank and cash management / cash flow projections, production of high quality and timely management information, tax and VAT advice and returns, income recovery and maximisation. To ensure regulatory compliance on procurement, tendering and contractual matters, seeking value for money and procurement solutions to support the college infrastructure and operations. Undertaking financial due diligence and ensuring a system of control is in place for delivery partner reviews. Undertaking contractual reviews for new opportunities and providing financial information and oversight for funding bids and income tenders. To provide high quality management information including monthly management accounts, enrolment and funding reports, overhead and benchmarking analysis, staff pay and contract scenario testing. To produce high quality financial information to assess strategic project developments including capital developments, merger / acquisition scenarios, financial health scenario planning and stress testing of financial models. To prepare high quality capital and revenue bid submissions and monitor project delivery and financial returns. To produce and deliver an annual revenue and capital plan in line with strategic objectives and in consultation with governors and managers. To meet all strategic KPIs associated with your areas of responsibility. To have overall responsibility for the timely and accurate data returns required for our funders and regulators, including but not limited to ILR and funding contracts and returns, data accuracy checks, management information reports to maximise income, course file production, data quality, curriculum planning, timetabling, room and staff utilisation and for meeting all funder and regulator rules and return deadlines. To manage the finance and registry teams developing team members, providing training and succession planning opportunities and carrying out performance reviews. To provide and present timely and accurate reports and presentations to SLT, CMT and the governing body as and when required. To provide thought leadership on matters of skills funding and related policy and attend policy groups and forums to influence and enact new skills policy - nationally and locally. To manage budgets associated with your area of responsibilities. Within the limitation set out in the contract of employment, working hours are flexible and can be subject to variation depending upon curriculum needs. To carry out such other appropriate duties commensurate with your skills, knowledge, experience and remuneration Essential Requirements: Fully qualified Accountant - ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA Proven ability to produce financial plans, statutory accounts, cash flows, revenue and capital plans and management accounts. Evidence of strong financial regulation and control Experience of meeting funders and regulators deadlines and expectations. Sound background in treasury, cash, bank and VAT A record of managing capital project funding Experience of financial and risk management and control Desirable Requirements: Experience of managing FE funding Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant professional qualification Management qualification Knowledge of current issues facing the further education and or training sectors For more information or for a confidential discussion around this opportunity please feel free to contact Anthony Antoniou at Imperial Recruitment Group
Are you ready to power the World's connections? About Kong: Kong offers the leading API and service lifecycle management platform for modern software architectures. We power trillions of transactions daily for leading organizations through our end-to-end API platform. Our growing team of engineers and tech professionals work passionately to drive the future of API innovation and service control platforms to help our community and our customers stay at the forefront of technology and innovation. Kong is headquartered in San Francisco and backed by leading investors like Index Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, Charles River Ventures and Tiger Global. About the role: We are looking for an experienced commercial and generalist lawyer to join as anearly member of Kong's legal team, responsible for helping support Kong's salesgrowth. In this role, you will be a trusted partner to the EMEA revenue teams. Youwill also have the opportunity to provide support to our APAC sales team until wehave a legal team member in that region. You will draft, structure and negotiatecustomer contracts with some of the world's biggest brands in financial services,technology, e-commerce and other industries. You will be called on to assess legaland business risks, make sound decisions, and provide advice on a broad range ofissues in areas such as SaaS, privacy, security, alliances, open-source softwareand intellectual property, and assist with other issues as they come up. You will also partner with the wider Kong Legal team to address other corporate,compliance and other legal issues, and help develop scalable, global processes. You will report to Kong's Senior Director, Legal, EMEA and APAC, based inLondon, UK. We can hire in London, Paris, Germany or UK Remote What you will be doing: Serve as a trusted advisor and business partner to Kong's EMEA sales team, Support our APAC sales team as needed Lead complex cross-border commercial transactions with sophisticated counterpartieslocated across Europe and APAC Review, draft, and negotiate a wide variety of other commercial agreements Help ensure compliance with a variety of laws and regulations impacting our enterprisesoftware and SaaS offerings, including intellectual property, privacy, security andgovernment contracting Partner with Finance, Sales Ops and Deal Ops to support the end-to-end contractnegotiation and close process Advise internal teams on legal matters and provide general commercial legal advice, aswell as providing training and enablement to our growing Go to Market organization And any additional challenges and tasks to help support Kong's growth What you'll bring: Law degree, and member in good standing in England and Wales, France or Sweden(international legal experience a huge plus) Minimum 4-6 years of experience practicing law both with a law firm and in-house(preferably with late-stage private and/or early-stage public technology companies) Demonstrated experience in negotiating and closing complex software and SaaScontracts with large, sophisticated customers Great judgment, and an ability to build and maintain strong professional relationshipswithin the company, with customers, and others Working knowledge of intellectual property, data governance and privacy matters High professional and personal standards, and a commitment to inclusiveness Attention to detail and an ability to view legal issues within the context of businessobjectives A passion for team work and customer success - at Kong we win together and work asone Team A sense of humour! What is a Konger? We are a group of makers, thinkers, and doers focused on helping today's developers build tomorrow's technology. Our teams work on the bleeding edge of API innovation to provide our users with a central nervous system for data and services. We put design at the heart of everything we do, and we're relentlessly focused on creating beautiful experiences for our customers. That's why technology companies, major banks, e-commerce innovators, and government agencies put Kong in front of their most important web applications. We believe in the power of Open Source and everything it stands for. That's why developers around the world enthusiastically contribute on top of our open-source platform. We are passionate about solving challenges that will fundamentally shape the future of technology, and we're looking for the right people to join us on our mission. If you believe in taking ownership of your work, making an impact, and having fun along the way, we would love to talk to you.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Are you ready to power the World's connections? About Kong: Kong offers the leading API and service lifecycle management platform for modern software architectures. We power trillions of transactions daily for leading organizations through our end-to-end API platform. Our growing team of engineers and tech professionals work passionately to drive the future of API innovation and service control platforms to help our community and our customers stay at the forefront of technology and innovation. Kong is headquartered in San Francisco and backed by leading investors like Index Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, Charles River Ventures and Tiger Global. About the role: We are looking for an experienced commercial and generalist lawyer to join as anearly member of Kong's legal team, responsible for helping support Kong's salesgrowth. In this role, you will be a trusted partner to the EMEA revenue teams. Youwill also have the opportunity to provide support to our APAC sales team until wehave a legal team member in that region. You will draft, structure and negotiatecustomer contracts with some of the world's biggest brands in financial services,technology, e-commerce and other industries. You will be called on to assess legaland business risks, make sound decisions, and provide advice on a broad range ofissues in areas such as SaaS, privacy, security, alliances, open-source softwareand intellectual property, and assist with other issues as they come up. You will also partner with the wider Kong Legal team to address other corporate,compliance and other legal issues, and help develop scalable, global processes. You will report to Kong's Senior Director, Legal, EMEA and APAC, based inLondon, UK. We can hire in London, Paris, Germany or UK Remote What you will be doing: Serve as a trusted advisor and business partner to Kong's EMEA sales team, Support our APAC sales team as needed Lead complex cross-border commercial transactions with sophisticated counterpartieslocated across Europe and APAC Review, draft, and negotiate a wide variety of other commercial agreements Help ensure compliance with a variety of laws and regulations impacting our enterprisesoftware and SaaS offerings, including intellectual property, privacy, security andgovernment contracting Partner with Finance, Sales Ops and Deal Ops to support the end-to-end contractnegotiation and close process Advise internal teams on legal matters and provide general commercial legal advice, aswell as providing training and enablement to our growing Go to Market organization And any additional challenges and tasks to help support Kong's growth What you'll bring: Law degree, and member in good standing in England and Wales, France or Sweden(international legal experience a huge plus) Minimum 4-6 years of experience practicing law both with a law firm and in-house(preferably with late-stage private and/or early-stage public technology companies) Demonstrated experience in negotiating and closing complex software and SaaScontracts with large, sophisticated customers Great judgment, and an ability to build and maintain strong professional relationshipswithin the company, with customers, and others Working knowledge of intellectual property, data governance and privacy matters High professional and personal standards, and a commitment to inclusiveness Attention to detail and an ability to view legal issues within the context of businessobjectives A passion for team work and customer success - at Kong we win together and work asone Team A sense of humour! What is a Konger? We are a group of makers, thinkers, and doers focused on helping today's developers build tomorrow's technology. Our teams work on the bleeding edge of API innovation to provide our users with a central nervous system for data and services. We put design at the heart of everything we do, and we're relentlessly focused on creating beautiful experiences for our customers. That's why technology companies, major banks, e-commerce innovators, and government agencies put Kong in front of their most important web applications. We believe in the power of Open Source and everything it stands for. That's why developers around the world enthusiastically contribute on top of our open-source platform. We are passionate about solving challenges that will fundamentally shape the future of technology, and we're looking for the right people to join us on our mission. If you believe in taking ownership of your work, making an impact, and having fun along the way, we would love to talk to you.
The Head of Legal manages and provides leadership to the CGT Catapult legal team who advise on a wide range of contractual and legal matters. The Head of Legal will take the lead on negotiations of contract wording to ensure that the interests of CGT Catapult are protected and that the agreed commercial position is correctly positioned in contracts to ensure that CGT Catapult can meet the contractual obligations it enters into. The Head of Legal will work with the senior Business Development team to ensure that precedent documents and negotiated agreements meet the needs of CGT Catapult. This is a wide ranging role covering many aspects of legal practice. The Head of Legal will be expected to provide advice in a wide variety of contractual situations for example property leases, collaboration agreements, clinical trial agreements, intellectual property licenses, sales terms and conditions. As such the candidate needs a broad knowledge of contract law along with an interest in expanding their working knowledge in many diverse areas of legal practice such as Subsidy Control, where appropriate. The Head of Legal will be the "go to" legal expert within CGT Catapult and will manage our interactions with external legal counsel. As part of the Business Development, Legal, and IP group, the Head of Legal will participate in regular meetings to provide information and recommendations on strategic business decisions. Key Accountabilities: Heading up and managing the Legal group at CGT Catapult. Managing our relationship with external legal counsel. Advising the company on a broad range of legal matters. Working closely with all business streams, including the business development team, IP, Technology and Process Innovation (TPI) team, the CGT Catapult Manufacturing Innovation Centres (Braintree and Stevenage), Skills, Clinical Adoption, the CGT Catapult Edinburgh facility, and any other CGT Catapult group to deliver legal agreements that enable and protect the business arrangements required. Provision of Company Secretarial services to the CGT Catapult Board (currently outsourced). Accountable for Data Protection policies within the organization performing the role of Data Protection Officer. Interaction with key stakeholders both internally and externally. Experience: Demonstrable skills in handling a diverse range of legal matters. 5+ years working in house or in private practice with life science/biotechnology/healthcare companies is essential. Broad experience of leading negotiations of contractual terms. Experience of legal and IP issues that can arise when drafting R&D based agreements such as chain of title to IP rights and the enforceability of such contracts. Involvement in corporate issues and legal requirements facing new start-up organisations such and company secretarial and constitutional matters. Highly motivated, pragmatic and practical to support the mission of the Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult to accelerate the development of a commercial cell and gene-based therapy industry in the UK. Desire to establish a high profile career within cell and gene sector and the personal drive to help push the sector to be a commercial success. Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills. Skilled negotiator. Ambitious, collaborative, driven. Ability to quickly interpret and discuss complex legal matters. Ability to work quickly and accurately with limited supervision along with the experience to realise when to seek advice from external counsel. Resilient, with excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work whilst dealing with a high workload, changing priorities and tight deadlines. Excellent attention to detail. Proven ability to engage constructively with colleagues at all levels across the Company to deliver objectives and to respond to a wide range of customer and management needs. Ability to quickly establish credibility, build rapport and trust. Proven diplomacy skills with diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders. Strong influencing and leadership skills. Understands influencing, stakeholder management and negotiation strategies. High degree of motivation, problem solving skills and innovative thinking. A positive attitude towards learning, personal and professional development. Keeps up to date with professional knowledge, expertise and best practice.
May 05, 2024
Full time
The Head of Legal manages and provides leadership to the CGT Catapult legal team who advise on a wide range of contractual and legal matters. The Head of Legal will take the lead on negotiations of contract wording to ensure that the interests of CGT Catapult are protected and that the agreed commercial position is correctly positioned in contracts to ensure that CGT Catapult can meet the contractual obligations it enters into. The Head of Legal will work with the senior Business Development team to ensure that precedent documents and negotiated agreements meet the needs of CGT Catapult. This is a wide ranging role covering many aspects of legal practice. The Head of Legal will be expected to provide advice in a wide variety of contractual situations for example property leases, collaboration agreements, clinical trial agreements, intellectual property licenses, sales terms and conditions. As such the candidate needs a broad knowledge of contract law along with an interest in expanding their working knowledge in many diverse areas of legal practice such as Subsidy Control, where appropriate. The Head of Legal will be the "go to" legal expert within CGT Catapult and will manage our interactions with external legal counsel. As part of the Business Development, Legal, and IP group, the Head of Legal will participate in regular meetings to provide information and recommendations on strategic business decisions. Key Accountabilities: Heading up and managing the Legal group at CGT Catapult. Managing our relationship with external legal counsel. Advising the company on a broad range of legal matters. Working closely with all business streams, including the business development team, IP, Technology and Process Innovation (TPI) team, the CGT Catapult Manufacturing Innovation Centres (Braintree and Stevenage), Skills, Clinical Adoption, the CGT Catapult Edinburgh facility, and any other CGT Catapult group to deliver legal agreements that enable and protect the business arrangements required. Provision of Company Secretarial services to the CGT Catapult Board (currently outsourced). Accountable for Data Protection policies within the organization performing the role of Data Protection Officer. Interaction with key stakeholders both internally and externally. Experience: Demonstrable skills in handling a diverse range of legal matters. 5+ years working in house or in private practice with life science/biotechnology/healthcare companies is essential. Broad experience of leading negotiations of contractual terms. Experience of legal and IP issues that can arise when drafting R&D based agreements such as chain of title to IP rights and the enforceability of such contracts. Involvement in corporate issues and legal requirements facing new start-up organisations such and company secretarial and constitutional matters. Highly motivated, pragmatic and practical to support the mission of the Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult to accelerate the development of a commercial cell and gene-based therapy industry in the UK. Desire to establish a high profile career within cell and gene sector and the personal drive to help push the sector to be a commercial success. Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills. Skilled negotiator. Ambitious, collaborative, driven. Ability to quickly interpret and discuss complex legal matters. Ability to work quickly and accurately with limited supervision along with the experience to realise when to seek advice from external counsel. Resilient, with excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work whilst dealing with a high workload, changing priorities and tight deadlines. Excellent attention to detail. Proven ability to engage constructively with colleagues at all levels across the Company to deliver objectives and to respond to a wide range of customer and management needs. Ability to quickly establish credibility, build rapport and trust. Proven diplomacy skills with diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders. Strong influencing and leadership skills. Understands influencing, stakeholder management and negotiation strategies. High degree of motivation, problem solving skills and innovative thinking. A positive attitude towards learning, personal and professional development. Keeps up to date with professional knowledge, expertise and best practice.
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.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons The Quality and Risk Management Team (QRM) provides leadership, guidance, and tools to help partners and staff manage quality and risk matters. The team is comprised of an Advisory and Compliance Team, a Chief Information Security Office Team, an Economic Crime Team, a Legal Team including a Commercial & Contracts Team, plus the Quality Monitoring Team. The team works closely with the firm's Technical Standards Group, Ethics Team, and the firm's leadership. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. OVERVIEW The role will involve providing legal advice on all aspects of commercial contracting across BDO's business areas and helping client facing teams across the Firm win and deliver client engagements within acceptable risk parameters. The role will also involve assisting the Head of Corporate & Commercial - Legal in delivering legal strategic priorities. The role is within the Legal Team, which is based at our London hub, and is for a fixed term of 6 months. RESPONSIBILITIES Leading the delivery of legal and risk management advice to BDO's partners and staff within designated business areas: reviewing and negotiating complex commercial agreements with clients across the firm's business Streams (Audit, Tax and Advisory - with a focus on Audit); advising client facing teams on the firm's legal position with respect to contract lifecycle events (variations, terminations, exit transitions etc.); critically evaluating risk and proposing mitigation measures where appropriate, finding innovative solutions to complex challenges; assisting the Head of Corporate & Commercial and Head of Legal (General Counsel) to deliver corporate legal support and Legal Team priority projects; guiding /supervising less experienced lawyers and risk managers on complex contracts (master services agreements, framework agreements etc.); reviewing and negotiating supplier contracts and subcontracts when required; leading legal training and presentations to BDO's partners and staff; analysing legal and regulatory developments relevant to BDO's business, including GenAI, data protection and ESG requirements and ensuring BDO's contract policies, precedents and guidance are compliant with them; interpretation of legislation, case law, regulations and professional standards; and building strong working relationships across relevant business streams and practice management departments. REQUIREMENTS Essential: law degree; several years' post qualification experience in England and Wales or experience practising the laws of England and Wales; multiple years' experience of advising on/negotiating/drafting complex commercial contracts and transactional documentation; strong working knowledge of commercial law; strong written and oral communication skills; ability to confidently explain legal concepts to non-lawyers at a senior level; self-starter with ability to manage and prioritise own workload; and excellent attention to detail. Desirable: experience of commercial contracting in a professional services firm, technology business and/or regulated business; understanding of data protection law (UK and EU GDPR) and experience delivering related legal advice; experience of drafting policies and guidance; experience of advising on ESG compliance and risk requirements; experience of technology contracting (SaaS, PaaS, reseller agreements etc.). You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons The Quality and Risk Management Team (QRM) provides leadership, guidance, and tools to help partners and staff manage quality and risk matters. The team is comprised of an Advisory and Compliance Team, a Chief Information Security Office Team, an Economic Crime Team, a Legal Team including a Commercial & Contracts Team, plus the Quality Monitoring Team. The team works closely with the firm's Technical Standards Group, Ethics Team, and the firm's leadership. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. OVERVIEW The role will involve providing legal advice on all aspects of commercial contracting across BDO's business areas and helping client facing teams across the Firm win and deliver client engagements within acceptable risk parameters. The role will also involve assisting the Head of Corporate & Commercial - Legal in delivering legal strategic priorities. The role is within the Legal Team, which is based at our London hub, and is for a fixed term of 6 months. RESPONSIBILITIES Leading the delivery of legal and risk management advice to BDO's partners and staff within designated business areas: reviewing and negotiating complex commercial agreements with clients across the firm's business Streams (Audit, Tax and Advisory - with a focus on Audit); advising client facing teams on the firm's legal position with respect to contract lifecycle events (variations, terminations, exit transitions etc.); critically evaluating risk and proposing mitigation measures where appropriate, finding innovative solutions to complex challenges; assisting the Head of Corporate & Commercial and Head of Legal (General Counsel) to deliver corporate legal support and Legal Team priority projects; guiding /supervising less experienced lawyers and risk managers on complex contracts (master services agreements, framework agreements etc.); reviewing and negotiating supplier contracts and subcontracts when required; leading legal training and presentations to BDO's partners and staff; analysing legal and regulatory developments relevant to BDO's business, including GenAI, data protection and ESG requirements and ensuring BDO's contract policies, precedents and guidance are compliant with them; interpretation of legislation, case law, regulations and professional standards; and building strong working relationships across relevant business streams and practice management departments. REQUIREMENTS Essential: law degree; several years' post qualification experience in England and Wales or experience practising the laws of England and Wales; multiple years' experience of advising on/negotiating/drafting complex commercial contracts and transactional documentation; strong working knowledge of commercial law; strong written and oral communication skills; ability to confidently explain legal concepts to non-lawyers at a senior level; self-starter with ability to manage and prioritise own workload; and excellent attention to detail. Desirable: experience of commercial contracting in a professional services firm, technology business and/or regulated business; understanding of data protection law (UK and EU GDPR) and experience delivering related legal advice; experience of drafting policies and guidance; experience of advising on ESG compliance and risk requirements; experience of technology contracting (SaaS, PaaS, reseller agreements etc.). You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Tradewind are currently recruiting for a full-time Temporary Head of PE to work in a ' Good' all-girls Secondary School based in Liverpool from June 24 - July 24. The ideal candidate must have experience as a Head of Department and will be paid to scale with TLR responsibilities. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check through the Disclosure & Barring Service and the ideal candidate must have QTS. PURPOSE OF POST To lead a successful department as a dedicated, creative, inspiring and energetic curriculum leader. To lead, develop and improve the quality of education in the PE Department and be responsible for the quality of Teaching and Learning: including pedagogy, student progress and outcomes in the PE department. To actively model and promote the values and ethos of the school. To be accountable for the line-management of staff within the PE department. To actively support the effective running of the school and the welfare and safety of students and staff. GENERIC RESPONSIBILITIES To ensure outstanding provision in own department. To keep abreast of local, national and global developments in pedagogy and research. Contribute to building, communicating and implementing a shared vision of the school's future. To contribute actively to the strategic planning process. To work with new technologies and help develop their use to promote teaching, learning, the experience of students and the effectiveness of the school. To be accountable for leading and managing change. To demonstrate a commitment to the collaborative school vision of excellence and equity - high standards / expectations for all students and helping to set and achieve challenging and ambitious targets. To demonstrate the ability to think strategically, inspire, challenge, motivate and empower others and model the values and vision of the school and actively promote a Christian ethos. To show commitment to raising standards in pursuit of excellence, equipping students with the necessary mindset for success; building resilience, ambition, determination and problem-solving, the entitlement of all students to the best possible teaching and learning, personalised and cooperative learning and coaching and mentoring students to ensure maximum commitment and effort. To demonstrate the ability to demonstrate personal enthusiasm for learning, demonstrate the principles and practice of the best teaching and learning, challenge poor performance and develop relevant strategies for improved performance. Support the schools 6 values of wisdom, hope, community, dignity, diversity and equality. Be sympathetic to the teachings of the Church of England. Operate at all times within the stated policies and practices of the school. recognise health and safety is a responsibility of every employee, to take reasonable care of self and others and to comply with the school's Health and Safety policy. promote the welfare of children and to support the school in safeguarding children though relevant policies and procedures. Establish a purposeful and safe learning environment. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES To lead and have responsibility for PE at the school; for the quality of PE teaching, for results of assessments and standard of marking, recording and reporting of students' work. To provide regular information to members of SLT in relation to PE. To monitor, evaluate and act upon students' progress, achievement and attainment in all PE key stages. To liaise with other PE members of staff to identify under performance by students and ensure appropriate intervention strategies and plans are implemented. To liaise with other PE members of staff to ensure continuity and progression of achievement and attainment. To develop assessments and marking which promote student progress and support teacher workload and work-life balance. Co-ordinate and oversee the work of other teachers in relation to the development and delivery of PE. Conduct observations and use the knowledge gained to improve the quality of T&L within the department. To ensure the professional development of all members in the PE, setting relevant targets to support the department and school improvement plans. To model appropriate teaching strategies and lessons for others to observe, using department time to share best practice. To teach Good PE lessons across KS3-5. To have high standards within the PE department, using the school's behaviour and rewards systems to develop good relationships. To ensure that home learning is effective and underpins the schemes of learning and student progress. To actively lead the promotion of PE careers, working collaboratively with key departments involved in STEAM School. Click ' Apply now' to be considered for this great position as Department Head of PE based in Liverpool . Or contact Tce McCann on . The benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment: Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses , webinars and resources via the incredible National College Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer
May 05, 2024
Full time
Tradewind are currently recruiting for a full-time Temporary Head of PE to work in a ' Good' all-girls Secondary School based in Liverpool from June 24 - July 24. The ideal candidate must have experience as a Head of Department and will be paid to scale with TLR responsibilities. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check through the Disclosure & Barring Service and the ideal candidate must have QTS. PURPOSE OF POST To lead a successful department as a dedicated, creative, inspiring and energetic curriculum leader. To lead, develop and improve the quality of education in the PE Department and be responsible for the quality of Teaching and Learning: including pedagogy, student progress and outcomes in the PE department. To actively model and promote the values and ethos of the school. To be accountable for the line-management of staff within the PE department. To actively support the effective running of the school and the welfare and safety of students and staff. GENERIC RESPONSIBILITIES To ensure outstanding provision in own department. To keep abreast of local, national and global developments in pedagogy and research. Contribute to building, communicating and implementing a shared vision of the school's future. To contribute actively to the strategic planning process. To work with new technologies and help develop their use to promote teaching, learning, the experience of students and the effectiveness of the school. To be accountable for leading and managing change. To demonstrate a commitment to the collaborative school vision of excellence and equity - high standards / expectations for all students and helping to set and achieve challenging and ambitious targets. To demonstrate the ability to think strategically, inspire, challenge, motivate and empower others and model the values and vision of the school and actively promote a Christian ethos. To show commitment to raising standards in pursuit of excellence, equipping students with the necessary mindset for success; building resilience, ambition, determination and problem-solving, the entitlement of all students to the best possible teaching and learning, personalised and cooperative learning and coaching and mentoring students to ensure maximum commitment and effort. To demonstrate the ability to demonstrate personal enthusiasm for learning, demonstrate the principles and practice of the best teaching and learning, challenge poor performance and develop relevant strategies for improved performance. Support the schools 6 values of wisdom, hope, community, dignity, diversity and equality. Be sympathetic to the teachings of the Church of England. Operate at all times within the stated policies and practices of the school. recognise health and safety is a responsibility of every employee, to take reasonable care of self and others and to comply with the school's Health and Safety policy. promote the welfare of children and to support the school in safeguarding children though relevant policies and procedures. Establish a purposeful and safe learning environment. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES To lead and have responsibility for PE at the school; for the quality of PE teaching, for results of assessments and standard of marking, recording and reporting of students' work. To provide regular information to members of SLT in relation to PE. To monitor, evaluate and act upon students' progress, achievement and attainment in all PE key stages. To liaise with other PE members of staff to identify under performance by students and ensure appropriate intervention strategies and plans are implemented. To liaise with other PE members of staff to ensure continuity and progression of achievement and attainment. To develop assessments and marking which promote student progress and support teacher workload and work-life balance. Co-ordinate and oversee the work of other teachers in relation to the development and delivery of PE. Conduct observations and use the knowledge gained to improve the quality of T&L within the department. To ensure the professional development of all members in the PE, setting relevant targets to support the department and school improvement plans. To model appropriate teaching strategies and lessons for others to observe, using department time to share best practice. To teach Good PE lessons across KS3-5. To have high standards within the PE department, using the school's behaviour and rewards systems to develop good relationships. To ensure that home learning is effective and underpins the schemes of learning and student progress. To actively lead the promotion of PE careers, working collaboratively with key departments involved in STEAM School. Click ' Apply now' to be considered for this great position as Department Head of PE based in Liverpool . Or contact Tce McCann on . The benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment: Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses , webinars and resources via the incredible National College Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer
We're looking for a German Legal Counsel We are the leading and fastest growing Alternative Lender in the German market. A market that is still developing and we are there to shape it. Iwoca has established strong cooperations with the leading banks, financial advisors and platforms in Germany, like Commerzbank and eBay. However, we're still near the start of our journey - our aim is to finance a million small businesses within a decade and so we need more smart, hands-on people to help us reach this goal. We are recruiting a German qualified lawyer on a part-time basis to primarily work with our German business and report to iwoca's Head of Legal. About us Fast, flexible finance empowers small businesses to manage their cash flow better and seize opportunities - making their business and the economy stronger as a whole. At iwoca, we do just that. We help businesses get the funds they need, when they need it, often within minutes. We've already made several billion in funding available to over 100,000 businesses since we launched in 2012, and positioned ourselves as a leading Fintech in Europe. Our mission is to finance one million businesses. We'll get there by continuing to make our finance ever more relevant and accessible to more businesses by combining cutting-edge technology, data science and a 5-star customer service. Our culture We're expanding fast across our offices in London, Leeds and Frankfurt. With all this growth, we're looking for people who want to learn on the job and lead projects, knowing that your ideas will impact thousands of small businesses. Your mission Support and advise teams across the German business, including lending propositions (product development), customer acquisition, customer success, marketing and people ops (HR). Draft, review and negotiate partnership, customer and supplier contracts by providing pragmatic and commercial support identify and implement process improvements to make legal work more efficient, including building out and maintaining templates, playbooks and decision frameworks for our partnership and customer acquisition agreements Improve and maintain the business' policies and procedures relating to GDPR for our key stakeholders - customers, employees and partners Instruct and manage external legal counsel, and manage legal budget with the guidance of the Head of Legal and GM of Germany Support any regulatory matters relating to licensing to lend to and collect from customers in Germany, and ensure our product complies with all elements of German law. Support corporate housekeeping, management of constitutional documents and statutory books, and ongoing filing requirements across our German entities. There will be opportunities for you to: Advise and educate other members of the legal team on areas of your competence through formal and informal training Manage and mentor a German-speaking paralegal through tasks assigned to you Get involved more broadly with the Legal function, including in the UK and Luxembourg and any other jurisdiction in which we may operate Requirements You are an experienced lawyer, qualified in Germany You are fluent in German and English You have experience in: commercial contracts, partnership and broker agreements GDPR and data protection laws, and have been involved in implementing policies and procedures to ensure compliance working in an in-house environment, particularly a fintech or finance business You are smart, meaning you: use thoughtful legal analysis to quickly cut through legal and commercial complexity give concrete feedback in a way that facilitates decision-making You are motivated, meaning you: go above and beyond to deliver high quality legal work in line with deadlines curious about all parts of the business and the challenges they face You are humble: no ego, we're in it together you proactively reflect on individual and team performance on a task. understand where gaps exist in legal skills and knowledge and engage external counsel where appropriate. It would be also nice if you: have some knowledge and understanding of lending businesses, and the regulation applying to business lending in Germany have some experience with employment law issues have some experience of working with Luxembourg fund structures appreciate the importance of quantifying legal risk to inform decision-making are willing to work some of the time in one of our offices are interested in growing with our dynamic German business and, in the future, other countries in which we may operate We want to make iwoca a place where everyone feels welcome, where you can confidently be yourself. We understand that inclusivity, and diversity that comes through greater inclusivity, isn't an optional add-on; it's the core ingredient of what makes us great. We care about making iwoca a healthy and happy community for all of our team members to thrive in. Our benefits We put a lot of effort into making iwoca a brilliant place to work: Offices in London, Leeds and Frankfurt. Events and clubs, like bingo, comedy nights, yoga classes, football Two company retreats a year, we've been to France, Italy, Spain and further afield Plenty of drinks and snacks in our offices We offer a wide range of benefits: Medical insurance from Vitality, including discounted gym membership 25 days' holiday, an extra day off for your birthday and the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days of annual leave Instant access to emotional and mental health support with our partner, Spill Share options Generous maternity and paternity leave A nursery tax benefit scheme to help you save money Paid volunteering day to support your chosen charity Extra leave if you want to travel or study One-month fully paid sabbatical after 4 years Cycle-to-work scheme Electric car scheme And to make sure we all keep learning, we offer: An L&D budget for everyone, including a book budget Company-wide talks with internal and external speakers Access to learning platforms like Treehouse if you want to learn to code For more information: iwoca benefits & policies: coda.io/d/iwoca-benefits-policies
May 05, 2024
Full time
We're looking for a German Legal Counsel We are the leading and fastest growing Alternative Lender in the German market. A market that is still developing and we are there to shape it. Iwoca has established strong cooperations with the leading banks, financial advisors and platforms in Germany, like Commerzbank and eBay. However, we're still near the start of our journey - our aim is to finance a million small businesses within a decade and so we need more smart, hands-on people to help us reach this goal. We are recruiting a German qualified lawyer on a part-time basis to primarily work with our German business and report to iwoca's Head of Legal. About us Fast, flexible finance empowers small businesses to manage their cash flow better and seize opportunities - making their business and the economy stronger as a whole. At iwoca, we do just that. We help businesses get the funds they need, when they need it, often within minutes. We've already made several billion in funding available to over 100,000 businesses since we launched in 2012, and positioned ourselves as a leading Fintech in Europe. Our mission is to finance one million businesses. We'll get there by continuing to make our finance ever more relevant and accessible to more businesses by combining cutting-edge technology, data science and a 5-star customer service. Our culture We're expanding fast across our offices in London, Leeds and Frankfurt. With all this growth, we're looking for people who want to learn on the job and lead projects, knowing that your ideas will impact thousands of small businesses. Your mission Support and advise teams across the German business, including lending propositions (product development), customer acquisition, customer success, marketing and people ops (HR). Draft, review and negotiate partnership, customer and supplier contracts by providing pragmatic and commercial support identify and implement process improvements to make legal work more efficient, including building out and maintaining templates, playbooks and decision frameworks for our partnership and customer acquisition agreements Improve and maintain the business' policies and procedures relating to GDPR for our key stakeholders - customers, employees and partners Instruct and manage external legal counsel, and manage legal budget with the guidance of the Head of Legal and GM of Germany Support any regulatory matters relating to licensing to lend to and collect from customers in Germany, and ensure our product complies with all elements of German law. Support corporate housekeeping, management of constitutional documents and statutory books, and ongoing filing requirements across our German entities. There will be opportunities for you to: Advise and educate other members of the legal team on areas of your competence through formal and informal training Manage and mentor a German-speaking paralegal through tasks assigned to you Get involved more broadly with the Legal function, including in the UK and Luxembourg and any other jurisdiction in which we may operate Requirements You are an experienced lawyer, qualified in Germany You are fluent in German and English You have experience in: commercial contracts, partnership and broker agreements GDPR and data protection laws, and have been involved in implementing policies and procedures to ensure compliance working in an in-house environment, particularly a fintech or finance business You are smart, meaning you: use thoughtful legal analysis to quickly cut through legal and commercial complexity give concrete feedback in a way that facilitates decision-making You are motivated, meaning you: go above and beyond to deliver high quality legal work in line with deadlines curious about all parts of the business and the challenges they face You are humble: no ego, we're in it together you proactively reflect on individual and team performance on a task. understand where gaps exist in legal skills and knowledge and engage external counsel where appropriate. It would be also nice if you: have some knowledge and understanding of lending businesses, and the regulation applying to business lending in Germany have some experience with employment law issues have some experience of working with Luxembourg fund structures appreciate the importance of quantifying legal risk to inform decision-making are willing to work some of the time in one of our offices are interested in growing with our dynamic German business and, in the future, other countries in which we may operate We want to make iwoca a place where everyone feels welcome, where you can confidently be yourself. We understand that inclusivity, and diversity that comes through greater inclusivity, isn't an optional add-on; it's the core ingredient of what makes us great. We care about making iwoca a healthy and happy community for all of our team members to thrive in. Our benefits We put a lot of effort into making iwoca a brilliant place to work: Offices in London, Leeds and Frankfurt. Events and clubs, like bingo, comedy nights, yoga classes, football Two company retreats a year, we've been to France, Italy, Spain and further afield Plenty of drinks and snacks in our offices We offer a wide range of benefits: Medical insurance from Vitality, including discounted gym membership 25 days' holiday, an extra day off for your birthday and the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days of annual leave Instant access to emotional and mental health support with our partner, Spill Share options Generous maternity and paternity leave A nursery tax benefit scheme to help you save money Paid volunteering day to support your chosen charity Extra leave if you want to travel or study One-month fully paid sabbatical after 4 years Cycle-to-work scheme Electric car scheme And to make sure we all keep learning, we offer: An L&D budget for everyone, including a book budget Company-wide talks with internal and external speakers Access to learning platforms like Treehouse if you want to learn to code For more information: iwoca benefits & policies: coda.io/d/iwoca-benefits-policies
About Us At Colossyan, we are building the future of AI video. Our platform empowers content creators to transform text into training videos, delivering cost/time savings and enhanced results for over 2000 companies including industry leaders such as Paramount, Novartis, and Continental. We're also recognized as a "Leader" on G2 . We take great pride in fostering a culture of growth within our rapidly-growing, international team of over 50. Our organization thrives on a deep-seated passion for technology and its incredible potential, with a strong commitment to the personal and professional development of each team member. Yet, we don't stop at work - we also value the importance of enjoying ourselves! Our company's offsite events are a true highlight (check out the Istanbul reel !), offering a fantastic opportunity to connect and bond with colleagues. We are actively seeking individuals who possess technological prowess, creativity, and a burning desire to make a meaningful impact. If this resonates with you, we invite you to explore what Colossyan has to offer and consider becoming a part of our team. Role: We're looking for our first in-house Legal Counsel to join Colossyan and report directly to our Head of Operations. Given the nature of the role, you'll be working cross-functionally with senior leaders across multiple departments and countries (we currently have offices in Budapest, London, and New York). As the key legal player, you'll have a huge amount of autonomy to work across various projects and teams. From negotiating service agreements and supporting client calls to advising on data privacy and GDPR, your role will be dynamic and ever changing. As such, it's important you're able to be flexible in your approach. Your impact will extend far beyond just the Operations team and you'll play a key role in the continued hyper growth of Colossyan! Responsibilities: Contract Review and Drafting: Conduct thorough legal reviews of various contracts and agreements. Draft and negotiate agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Service Agreements: Conduct legal reviews of service agreements, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks whenever the company engages in purchases or partnerships. Client Support: Collaborate with the sales team, providing on-call legal support during client interactions. Assist in client contract discussions, amendments, and negotiations to ensure alignment with legal requirements and company policies. Employment Contracts: Oversee the creation and maintenance of employment contract templates for UK based employees. Provide in-house legal support for employment-related matters, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Data Privacy and GDPR: Take charge of data privacy and GDPR issues, working to ensure the company's practices align with regulatory requirements. Conduct internal training sessions to enhance the team's understanding of data privacy and GDPR compliance. Fundraising Legal Tasks: Occasionally handle fundraising legal matters, contributing expertise to these specialized transactions. What we're looking for: Ideally, 5+ years of experience in a similar role at a SaaS business. We value flexibility and will consider candidates with varying levels of experience. UK Employment Law Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in UK employment law, ensuring our legal practices align with local regulations. Pragmatic Approach : A "can do" attitude, avoiding unnecessary legal complexities, and adept at balancing flexibility with safety in decision-making. Stakeholder Communication : Ability to translate legal jargon into everyday terms, presenting to stakeholders without legal expertise; potential responsibility for internal GDPR training. Language Proficiency: Native English speaker. Nice-to-Have Experience: Fundraising Acumen : Experience in fundraising is advantageous but not mandatory. Global Perspective : Exposure to US or EU employment laws is beneficial, but we are open to leveraging external law firms for specific expertise. AI Regulations : Previous work involving AI is valued, given the evolving nature of AI regulations.
May 05, 2024
Full time
About Us At Colossyan, we are building the future of AI video. Our platform empowers content creators to transform text into training videos, delivering cost/time savings and enhanced results for over 2000 companies including industry leaders such as Paramount, Novartis, and Continental. We're also recognized as a "Leader" on G2 . We take great pride in fostering a culture of growth within our rapidly-growing, international team of over 50. Our organization thrives on a deep-seated passion for technology and its incredible potential, with a strong commitment to the personal and professional development of each team member. Yet, we don't stop at work - we also value the importance of enjoying ourselves! Our company's offsite events are a true highlight (check out the Istanbul reel !), offering a fantastic opportunity to connect and bond with colleagues. We are actively seeking individuals who possess technological prowess, creativity, and a burning desire to make a meaningful impact. If this resonates with you, we invite you to explore what Colossyan has to offer and consider becoming a part of our team. Role: We're looking for our first in-house Legal Counsel to join Colossyan and report directly to our Head of Operations. Given the nature of the role, you'll be working cross-functionally with senior leaders across multiple departments and countries (we currently have offices in Budapest, London, and New York). As the key legal player, you'll have a huge amount of autonomy to work across various projects and teams. From negotiating service agreements and supporting client calls to advising on data privacy and GDPR, your role will be dynamic and ever changing. As such, it's important you're able to be flexible in your approach. Your impact will extend far beyond just the Operations team and you'll play a key role in the continued hyper growth of Colossyan! Responsibilities: Contract Review and Drafting: Conduct thorough legal reviews of various contracts and agreements. Draft and negotiate agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Service Agreements: Conduct legal reviews of service agreements, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks whenever the company engages in purchases or partnerships. Client Support: Collaborate with the sales team, providing on-call legal support during client interactions. Assist in client contract discussions, amendments, and negotiations to ensure alignment with legal requirements and company policies. Employment Contracts: Oversee the creation and maintenance of employment contract templates for UK based employees. Provide in-house legal support for employment-related matters, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Data Privacy and GDPR: Take charge of data privacy and GDPR issues, working to ensure the company's practices align with regulatory requirements. Conduct internal training sessions to enhance the team's understanding of data privacy and GDPR compliance. Fundraising Legal Tasks: Occasionally handle fundraising legal matters, contributing expertise to these specialized transactions. What we're looking for: Ideally, 5+ years of experience in a similar role at a SaaS business. We value flexibility and will consider candidates with varying levels of experience. UK Employment Law Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in UK employment law, ensuring our legal practices align with local regulations. Pragmatic Approach : A "can do" attitude, avoiding unnecessary legal complexities, and adept at balancing flexibility with safety in decision-making. Stakeholder Communication : Ability to translate legal jargon into everyday terms, presenting to stakeholders without legal expertise; potential responsibility for internal GDPR training. Language Proficiency: Native English speaker. Nice-to-Have Experience: Fundraising Acumen : Experience in fundraising is advantageous but not mandatory. Global Perspective : Exposure to US or EU employment laws is beneficial, but we are open to leveraging external law firms for specific expertise. AI Regulations : Previous work involving AI is valued, given the evolving nature of AI regulations.
JOB TITLE: Office Manager LOCATION: Yeovil, Somerset (you will need to have your own transport due to location) SALARY: Up to £30,000 PA DOE HOURS: Monday - Thursday 8.30am - 5.30pm and Friday 8.30am - 5pm BENEFITS: They have fantastic benefits to offer the successful candidate including; 23 days holiday plus bank holidays rising with length of service, wellbeing hour (an opportunity to book 2hrs a quarter to do what you like to relax), Simply Health Insurance, free parking, Nest Pension Scheme and regular team events days. THE COMPANY: A highly established business within the technical industry who have a rare opportunity for a like-minded individual to join an enthusiastic, fun and dynamic team. Great company values incorporating honesty and accountability. Their products are built on quality, dependability and innovation and they always strive for perfection. THE ROLE: You will be responsible for assisting the Senior Leadership Team in the smooth running of the Head Office. You will help to create and maintain a welcoming and efficient fully functioning office as well as providing a proactive administrative support service to the SLT and HR teams. KEY DUTIES: Creating a welcoming and professional environment for all visitors to the office. Advising the SLT on all facilities and building issues. Delegating responsibility for the opening and closing of the office, acting as reception where necessary to greet visitors. Organising supplies within the office including drinks, snacks, stationery and ordering any catering for meetings. Maintaining strong working relationships with external suppliers and contracts. Providing efficient and effective support with diary management, correspondence, taking and distributing of meeting minutes and creating presentations. Efficient administrative support to the HR Manager across all aspects of HR and the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding and induction as well as organising reviews, benefits administration and ensuring records are kept up to date at all times. Assisting in the creation of the monthly newsletter, helping to create content and enroll the help of others to ensure the newsletter remains relevant and informative. Taking responsibility for the creation of training accounts for new joiners to the business through the portal, ensuring training is assigned and completed in a timely manner. Support the business with the administration and organisation for any events. THE CANDIDATE: You will have prior experience in an office management or senior administrative role and exceptional organisation and planning skills. You will have excellent customer service and communication skills with a friendly and welcoming approach. You will be a supportive and helpful team member with the ability to build good working relationships with colleagues, customers and external suppliers. You will have good MS Office knowledge, including Word, Outlook and Excel. NEXT STEPS This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and motivated sales professional to join a successful team! If you are interested in finding out more please call Debbie on or email for a confidential chat. Why make Office Angels your agency of choice? CV advice and guidance. Thorough interview preparation advice and support. Weekly email updates of our most current opportunities. Support from a personable and dedicated team of experienced Consultants. We keep in touch! Once we place you in your new role, we keep in touch for your first few weeks to ensure you are happy and settled in. If we successfully find you your new role, we will plant a tree in your name! Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
May 05, 2024
Full time
JOB TITLE: Office Manager LOCATION: Yeovil, Somerset (you will need to have your own transport due to location) SALARY: Up to £30,000 PA DOE HOURS: Monday - Thursday 8.30am - 5.30pm and Friday 8.30am - 5pm BENEFITS: They have fantastic benefits to offer the successful candidate including; 23 days holiday plus bank holidays rising with length of service, wellbeing hour (an opportunity to book 2hrs a quarter to do what you like to relax), Simply Health Insurance, free parking, Nest Pension Scheme and regular team events days. THE COMPANY: A highly established business within the technical industry who have a rare opportunity for a like-minded individual to join an enthusiastic, fun and dynamic team. Great company values incorporating honesty and accountability. Their products are built on quality, dependability and innovation and they always strive for perfection. THE ROLE: You will be responsible for assisting the Senior Leadership Team in the smooth running of the Head Office. You will help to create and maintain a welcoming and efficient fully functioning office as well as providing a proactive administrative support service to the SLT and HR teams. KEY DUTIES: Creating a welcoming and professional environment for all visitors to the office. Advising the SLT on all facilities and building issues. Delegating responsibility for the opening and closing of the office, acting as reception where necessary to greet visitors. Organising supplies within the office including drinks, snacks, stationery and ordering any catering for meetings. Maintaining strong working relationships with external suppliers and contracts. Providing efficient and effective support with diary management, correspondence, taking and distributing of meeting minutes and creating presentations. Efficient administrative support to the HR Manager across all aspects of HR and the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding and induction as well as organising reviews, benefits administration and ensuring records are kept up to date at all times. Assisting in the creation of the monthly newsletter, helping to create content and enroll the help of others to ensure the newsletter remains relevant and informative. Taking responsibility for the creation of training accounts for new joiners to the business through the portal, ensuring training is assigned and completed in a timely manner. Support the business with the administration and organisation for any events. THE CANDIDATE: You will have prior experience in an office management or senior administrative role and exceptional organisation and planning skills. You will have excellent customer service and communication skills with a friendly and welcoming approach. You will be a supportive and helpful team member with the ability to build good working relationships with colleagues, customers and external suppliers. You will have good MS Office knowledge, including Word, Outlook and Excel. NEXT STEPS This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and motivated sales professional to join a successful team! If you are interested in finding out more please call Debbie on or email for a confidential chat. Why make Office Angels your agency of choice? CV advice and guidance. Thorough interview preparation advice and support. Weekly email updates of our most current opportunities. Support from a personable and dedicated team of experienced Consultants. We keep in touch! Once we place you in your new role, we keep in touch for your first few weeks to ensure you are happy and settled in. If we successfully find you your new role, we will plant a tree in your name! Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Our Client, a rapidly growing SME within the Mechanical Services industry with primary focus on supporting Decarbonisation projects in the District Heating Network sector are recruiting for a Project Supervisor The head office is based in West London and with contracts & projects across London and the surrounding Home Counties. This role reports into the Contract Manager This role will be supporting the Business at numerous Project locations. As the Project Supervisor, you will be required to manage the daily activity on projects assigned to the role ensuring compliance with Contractual or client requirements as well Legal and Health and Safety Legislation. This will include managing all resources and work needs such as equipment and supplies to maintain a consistent, timely and cost effective works programme. Supporting the Contract Manager with managing Contract and Client expectation. The majority of the contracts are retrofit & refurb projects within Local Authority and Central Government but also relate to PM type of works. The value of works will range from small work values to excess of 200k. Exposure & experience with these types of contracts is essential. The candidate will need to be able to communicate effectively with all levels of internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities To support the requirements of ensuring that all Projects are delivered on time, to budget and to the required quality & regulative standards. To manage and periodically review with the contract Manager the Projects cost flows against Budget and manage any phased payment terms and or variation order processes Identifying and highlight any risks, ensure that these are eliminated in the first instance. This will include review/completing any required written safe system of work or other associated Safety documentation. Communicating effectively at all times within the Business, across the workforce, Clients, suppliers and those effected by the works. Support with Managing Contract or Project expectations with the Client. Attending and maintain notes and records of any meetings relevant to the Projects, either on site or in offices. Managing all deliverables in line with the scope of works. Skills & Experience Educated to NVQ level 3 in a Mechanical discipline (required) Demonstrable experience working within the Construction industry as a Supervisor or equivalent within the M&E sector at same level. Relevant Health & Safety qualification SSTS/SMSTS (required) IOSH (desired) Experience in Managing people (required) Experience of delivering projects as the Mechanical Contractor Experience in managing Client expectations Excellent working knowledge of all MS Office applications Competencies Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of the need to adhere to programme, in order to maximise revenue Problem solver with a dynamic and proactive approach to finding effective solutions Proven and extensive people management experience Communicates clearly and concisely at all levels using various methods of communication Be competent with People Management Strong team player Safety and Quality Driven Have a passion and interest in working with emerging technologies within the Energy Market and supporting the drive to Net Zero
May 04, 2024
Full time
Our Client, a rapidly growing SME within the Mechanical Services industry with primary focus on supporting Decarbonisation projects in the District Heating Network sector are recruiting for a Project Supervisor The head office is based in West London and with contracts & projects across London and the surrounding Home Counties. This role reports into the Contract Manager This role will be supporting the Business at numerous Project locations. As the Project Supervisor, you will be required to manage the daily activity on projects assigned to the role ensuring compliance with Contractual or client requirements as well Legal and Health and Safety Legislation. This will include managing all resources and work needs such as equipment and supplies to maintain a consistent, timely and cost effective works programme. Supporting the Contract Manager with managing Contract and Client expectation. The majority of the contracts are retrofit & refurb projects within Local Authority and Central Government but also relate to PM type of works. The value of works will range from small work values to excess of 200k. Exposure & experience with these types of contracts is essential. The candidate will need to be able to communicate effectively with all levels of internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities To support the requirements of ensuring that all Projects are delivered on time, to budget and to the required quality & regulative standards. To manage and periodically review with the contract Manager the Projects cost flows against Budget and manage any phased payment terms and or variation order processes Identifying and highlight any risks, ensure that these are eliminated in the first instance. This will include review/completing any required written safe system of work or other associated Safety documentation. Communicating effectively at all times within the Business, across the workforce, Clients, suppliers and those effected by the works. Support with Managing Contract or Project expectations with the Client. Attending and maintain notes and records of any meetings relevant to the Projects, either on site or in offices. Managing all deliverables in line with the scope of works. Skills & Experience Educated to NVQ level 3 in a Mechanical discipline (required) Demonstrable experience working within the Construction industry as a Supervisor or equivalent within the M&E sector at same level. Relevant Health & Safety qualification SSTS/SMSTS (required) IOSH (desired) Experience in Managing people (required) Experience of delivering projects as the Mechanical Contractor Experience in managing Client expectations Excellent working knowledge of all MS Office applications Competencies Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of the need to adhere to programme, in order to maximise revenue Problem solver with a dynamic and proactive approach to finding effective solutions Proven and extensive people management experience Communicates clearly and concisely at all levels using various methods of communication Be competent with People Management Strong team player Safety and Quality Driven Have a passion and interest in working with emerging technologies within the Energy Market and supporting the drive to Net Zero
Job Title: Head of Supply Chain Location: Leicestershire Industry sector: Retail Contract Details: Permanent Salary: £50,000 to £100,000 per year + Benefits About Our Client: Our client is a leading retail company with a strong presence in the industry. They are committed to delivering exceptional products and services to their customers. As the Head of Supply Chain, you will have the opportunity to contribute to their success by managing and optimising their supply chain operations. Responsibilities: Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations, including demand forecasting, procurement, inventory management, and distribution Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and initiate actions to optimise supply chain efficiency and minimise costs Lead a team of supply chain professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and support Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination and integration of supply chain activities Evaluate and select suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish strong vendor relationships Stay updated on industry trends and technological advancements to identify opportunities for process improvements Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience): Proven experience in supply chain management, preferably in the retail industry Strong leadership and people management skills In-depth knowledge of supply chain processes and best practises Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities Proficient in using supply chain management software and tools Strong communication and negotiation skills Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience): Experience implementing supply chain optimisation initiatives Knowledge of international trade regulations and logistics Familiarity with lean and Six Sigma principles Technologies: Supply chain management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JDA, MRP) Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting Benefits & Perks: Competitive salary package Flexible working hours Health insurance Generous annual leave Career development opportunities Collaborative and inclusive work environment How to apply: If you are a dynamic and driven professional with a passion for supply chain management, we would love to hear from you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Head of Supply Chain Location: Leicestershire Industry sector: Retail Contract Details: Permanent Salary: £50,000 to £100,000 per year + Benefits About Our Client: Our client is a leading retail company with a strong presence in the industry. They are committed to delivering exceptional products and services to their customers. As the Head of Supply Chain, you will have the opportunity to contribute to their success by managing and optimising their supply chain operations. Responsibilities: Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations, including demand forecasting, procurement, inventory management, and distribution Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and initiate actions to optimise supply chain efficiency and minimise costs Lead a team of supply chain professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and support Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination and integration of supply chain activities Evaluate and select suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish strong vendor relationships Stay updated on industry trends and technological advancements to identify opportunities for process improvements Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience): Proven experience in supply chain management, preferably in the retail industry Strong leadership and people management skills In-depth knowledge of supply chain processes and best practises Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities Proficient in using supply chain management software and tools Strong communication and negotiation skills Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience): Experience implementing supply chain optimisation initiatives Knowledge of international trade regulations and logistics Familiarity with lean and Six Sigma principles Technologies: Supply chain management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JDA, MRP) Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting Benefits & Perks: Competitive salary package Flexible working hours Health insurance Generous annual leave Career development opportunities Collaborative and inclusive work environment How to apply: If you are a dynamic and driven professional with a passion for supply chain management, we would love to hear from you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
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.
About Us K & C Group Ltd are a privately owned company established in 1990 with headquartered in St Asaph, North Wales. Over the years we have grown to become one the leading construction companies in Wales and the Northwest with numerous, prestigious industry awards. Providing a level of quality building services including new homes, extra care facilities, offices and light industrial units that exceed expectations, we have an enviable reputation which is key to our continued expansion and success. Job Description: As an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor you will have the drive and proactive approach to undertake commercial duties on a diverse range of projects. Reporting directly into the Group Commercial Manager, you will be a pivotal figure in the project team offering commercial advice to our Technical and Construction departments. Employee Benefits: A very competitive salary Generous car allowance Life Insurance Permanent contract Sites based in both North Wales and North West England Opportunity to partake in company social events Company pension Private medical insurance Referral programme Bonus scheme Duties: Prepare procurement schedules noting key dates. Prepare financial reports such as CVRs, forecast final costs and cash flow for review with Group Commercial Manager. Identify project risk and take a proactive role in the management of such. Re-measure main contract and subcontract works. Manage subcontracts accounts from quotation to final account. Identify changes/variations, ensure relevant instructions are processed and valued accordingly. Attend and take an active role in meetings as required. Prepare, submit and agree main contract final account as soon as possible after completion of the works. Ensure key contractual mechanisms are followed and notices/certification are administered timely. In conjunction with Contracts Manager and Site Manager monitor progress of the project for efficiency, waste, performance and careful expenditure. Mentor junior members of the Commercial Team. Desirable Skills And Experience: To be considered for this Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor role you should have the following experience, skills, and attributes: Proven experience of at least 3 years as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the construction or property development industry Hold a relevant industry qualifications (Level 4 or higher) Strong people management and relationship building skills Excellent communication and organisation skills Highly proficient in using all Microsoft packages Excellent written/numerical skills with a high attention to detail Excellent time management skills Full UK driving licence NO AGENCIES JBRP1_UKTJ
May 04, 2024
Full time
About Us K & C Group Ltd are a privately owned company established in 1990 with headquartered in St Asaph, North Wales. Over the years we have grown to become one the leading construction companies in Wales and the Northwest with numerous, prestigious industry awards. Providing a level of quality building services including new homes, extra care facilities, offices and light industrial units that exceed expectations, we have an enviable reputation which is key to our continued expansion and success. Job Description: As an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor you will have the drive and proactive approach to undertake commercial duties on a diverse range of projects. Reporting directly into the Group Commercial Manager, you will be a pivotal figure in the project team offering commercial advice to our Technical and Construction departments. Employee Benefits: A very competitive salary Generous car allowance Life Insurance Permanent contract Sites based in both North Wales and North West England Opportunity to partake in company social events Company pension Private medical insurance Referral programme Bonus scheme Duties: Prepare procurement schedules noting key dates. Prepare financial reports such as CVRs, forecast final costs and cash flow for review with Group Commercial Manager. Identify project risk and take a proactive role in the management of such. Re-measure main contract and subcontract works. Manage subcontracts accounts from quotation to final account. Identify changes/variations, ensure relevant instructions are processed and valued accordingly. Attend and take an active role in meetings as required. Prepare, submit and agree main contract final account as soon as possible after completion of the works. Ensure key contractual mechanisms are followed and notices/certification are administered timely. In conjunction with Contracts Manager and Site Manager monitor progress of the project for efficiency, waste, performance and careful expenditure. Mentor junior members of the Commercial Team. Desirable Skills And Experience: To be considered for this Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor role you should have the following experience, skills, and attributes: Proven experience of at least 3 years as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the construction or property development industry Hold a relevant industry qualifications (Level 4 or higher) Strong people management and relationship building skills Excellent communication and organisation skills Highly proficient in using all Microsoft packages Excellent written/numerical skills with a high attention to detail Excellent time management skills Full UK driving licence NO AGENCIES JBRP1_UKTJ
Are you an experienced Account Manager with a passion for driving operational excellence and building strong client relationships? Our client is actively seeking a talented individual to join their team in the role of Account Manager. As a leading recruitment agency in the industry, we understand the critical role Account Managers play in ensuring the successful delivery of services while adhering to contractual obligations. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you. As the leader responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the contract, your duties involve managing personnel and ensuring smooth operations and maintenance across all service lines. Furthermore, you'll be instrumental in driving contract growth, spearheading project development, and devising financial strategies to maximize revenue and profitability. Revised Key Responsibilities: Demonstrated experience in the Facilities Management industry. Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead, motivate, and direct a team. Understanding of Health and Safety issues, with desirable qualifications such as NEBOSH / IOSH or equivalent formal training. Strong organizational and communication skills, with the capacity to prioritize workloads effectively. Ability to remain calm under pressure and deliver services within specified time constraints. Supervising the Engineering team on a daily basis, ensuring adherence to disciplinary processes and procedures. Directing, instructing, and managing all staff and subcontractors to ensure compliance with working practices. Completing weekly operations reports for the client and participating in relevant meetings as needed. Promptly reporting any issues that may affect building and facility operations to both the client and senior management. Maintaining open communication with both the client and the Area Manager regarding contract-related problems. Establishing and managing staffing structures across contracts to optimize service delivery while balancing costs. Cultivating a customer-centric approach in all operational activities and maintaining strong relationships with key client contacts. Providing leadership, guidance, coaching, and support to ensure best practices in selection, training, assessment, and recognition/reward. Facilitating effective business communication through various channels, including management meetings, briefings, forums, and reports. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity. Apply now by following the steps to apply to this role. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Are you an experienced Account Manager with a passion for driving operational excellence and building strong client relationships? Our client is actively seeking a talented individual to join their team in the role of Account Manager. As a leading recruitment agency in the industry, we understand the critical role Account Managers play in ensuring the successful delivery of services while adhering to contractual obligations. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you. As the leader responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the contract, your duties involve managing personnel and ensuring smooth operations and maintenance across all service lines. Furthermore, you'll be instrumental in driving contract growth, spearheading project development, and devising financial strategies to maximize revenue and profitability. Revised Key Responsibilities: Demonstrated experience in the Facilities Management industry. Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead, motivate, and direct a team. Understanding of Health and Safety issues, with desirable qualifications such as NEBOSH / IOSH or equivalent formal training. Strong organizational and communication skills, with the capacity to prioritize workloads effectively. Ability to remain calm under pressure and deliver services within specified time constraints. Supervising the Engineering team on a daily basis, ensuring adherence to disciplinary processes and procedures. Directing, instructing, and managing all staff and subcontractors to ensure compliance with working practices. Completing weekly operations reports for the client and participating in relevant meetings as needed. Promptly reporting any issues that may affect building and facility operations to both the client and senior management. Maintaining open communication with both the client and the Area Manager regarding contract-related problems. Establishing and managing staffing structures across contracts to optimize service delivery while balancing costs. Cultivating a customer-centric approach in all operational activities and maintaining strong relationships with key client contacts. Providing leadership, guidance, coaching, and support to ensure best practices in selection, training, assessment, and recognition/reward. Facilitating effective business communication through various channels, including management meetings, briefings, forums, and reports. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity. Apply now by following the steps to apply to this role. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Are you an experienced banking professional? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a meticulous approach to work? Our client, a reputable investment banking organisation, is currently seeking a Loan Administration Senior Officer (Documentation) to join their team. In this role, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely execution of contracts while supporting the Head of Department with administrative duties and reporting responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: Collate, review, and monitor loan and other important documentation, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations. Coordinate and assist with ongoing updates to financial and other documentation/information required under the terms of the facility. Administer various types of loan facilities, including Japanese bilateral and committed, syndicated non-Japanese loans, and corporate FX facilities. Monitor credit reviews and risk ratings to ensure compliance. Prepare relevant information for monthly reporting. Provide training and mentoring to colleagues, acting as a main contact point for work-related inquiries. Maintain a conscientious approach to daily duties to minimise operational irregularities and report any issues promptly. Prepare and distribute electronic confirmations with appropriate authorisation. Carry out routine filing and archiving tasks. Participate in branch and departmental projects, contributing to regulatory changes, system/process enhancements, and department-specific initiatives. Perform additional duties as required by the Head of Loan Administration and management team. Qualifications and Experience: "A" level education or equivalent preferred. Minimum of 5 years of relevant banking experience required. Previous experience in analysing bilateral and syndicated loan agreements and related documentation. Familiarity with loan servicing activities such as drawdown, rollover, repayments, and cash settlement desired. Experience participating in large projects desired. Join our client's dynamic team and contribute to the smooth operations of their loan administration department. This role offers the opportunity to showcase your expertise in loan documentation and play a pivotal role in the organisation's success. To be considered for this position, please submit your application including your updated CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience. Our client values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Are you an experienced banking professional? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a meticulous approach to work? Our client, a reputable investment banking organisation, is currently seeking a Loan Administration Senior Officer (Documentation) to join their team. In this role, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely execution of contracts while supporting the Head of Department with administrative duties and reporting responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: Collate, review, and monitor loan and other important documentation, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations. Coordinate and assist with ongoing updates to financial and other documentation/information required under the terms of the facility. Administer various types of loan facilities, including Japanese bilateral and committed, syndicated non-Japanese loans, and corporate FX facilities. Monitor credit reviews and risk ratings to ensure compliance. Prepare relevant information for monthly reporting. Provide training and mentoring to colleagues, acting as a main contact point for work-related inquiries. Maintain a conscientious approach to daily duties to minimise operational irregularities and report any issues promptly. Prepare and distribute electronic confirmations with appropriate authorisation. Carry out routine filing and archiving tasks. Participate in branch and departmental projects, contributing to regulatory changes, system/process enhancements, and department-specific initiatives. Perform additional duties as required by the Head of Loan Administration and management team. Qualifications and Experience: "A" level education or equivalent preferred. Minimum of 5 years of relevant banking experience required. Previous experience in analysing bilateral and syndicated loan agreements and related documentation. Familiarity with loan servicing activities such as drawdown, rollover, repayments, and cash settlement desired. Experience participating in large projects desired. Join our client's dynamic team and contribute to the smooth operations of their loan administration department. This role offers the opportunity to showcase your expertise in loan documentation and play a pivotal role in the organisation's success. To be considered for this position, please submit your application including your updated CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience. Our client values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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.
My client are seeking a dedicated and detail-orientated Conveyancing Assistant to join their team. The role will be office-based Monday to Friday (9am to 5pm with 1 hour for lunch) and includes on-site parking and 25 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays (and closed at Christmas). As a Conveyancing Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting their conveyancing department, ensuring smooth property transactions for their clients. Responsibilities File Management : Incoming post and attendance notes allocating them to fee earners Opening new files and inputting instructions into Case Management system. Producing relevant letters and documents related to conveyancing matters. Client Communication Handling telephone inquiries and providing assistance or taking messages and passing on. Responding to client queries promptly and professionally. Assisting the Estate Conveyancer in providing weekly and monthly reports. Legal Support Assisting with securitisation matters. Advising on mortgagee exclusion clauses. Drafting and agreeing amendments (e.g., Section 106 Agreements). Managing an administrative workload under the guidance of a fee earner. Compliance and Documentation : Ensuring compliance with CQS (Conveyancing Quality Scheme) requirements. Requesting Redemption Statements. Preparing contracts, leases and other legal documents. Exchanging contracts and completing SDLTs (Stamp Duty Land Tax). Social Media Promotion : Taking an active part in promoting the firm through social media channels (e.g., Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook). Client Service : Providing excellent service to clients throughout the conveyancing process. Familiarity with Land Registry titles. Requirements Previous experience within residential conveyancing. Confidence, ambition, and a proactive attitude. Familiarity with case management systems. Strong communication skills (both written and verbal). Knowledge of conveyancing procedures. Ability to stay positive and polite under pressure.
May 04, 2024
Full time
My client are seeking a dedicated and detail-orientated Conveyancing Assistant to join their team. The role will be office-based Monday to Friday (9am to 5pm with 1 hour for lunch) and includes on-site parking and 25 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays (and closed at Christmas). As a Conveyancing Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting their conveyancing department, ensuring smooth property transactions for their clients. Responsibilities File Management : Incoming post and attendance notes allocating them to fee earners Opening new files and inputting instructions into Case Management system. Producing relevant letters and documents related to conveyancing matters. Client Communication Handling telephone inquiries and providing assistance or taking messages and passing on. Responding to client queries promptly and professionally. Assisting the Estate Conveyancer in providing weekly and monthly reports. Legal Support Assisting with securitisation matters. Advising on mortgagee exclusion clauses. Drafting and agreeing amendments (e.g., Section 106 Agreements). Managing an administrative workload under the guidance of a fee earner. Compliance and Documentation : Ensuring compliance with CQS (Conveyancing Quality Scheme) requirements. Requesting Redemption Statements. Preparing contracts, leases and other legal documents. Exchanging contracts and completing SDLTs (Stamp Duty Land Tax). Social Media Promotion : Taking an active part in promoting the firm through social media channels (e.g., Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook). Client Service : Providing excellent service to clients throughout the conveyancing process. Familiarity with Land Registry titles. Requirements Previous experience within residential conveyancing. Confidence, ambition, and a proactive attitude. Familiarity with case management systems. Strong communication skills (both written and verbal). Knowledge of conveyancing procedures. Ability to stay positive and polite under pressure.