Please note that this role is based in the United Kingdom. In order to enable us to meet statutory and regulatory obligations of the United Kingdom immigration system you must have the appropriate immigration permission needed to work and reside in the United Kingdom. Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is undertaking global transformational change to prepare for the reporting needs for two strategic reporting initiatives, Green Measure and Pillar II. The first initiative, Green Measure, has the mission of providing accurate, auditable, and timely ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) information on Sony's external reporting. ESG reporting will need to be audited and will be the source of truth SPE leverages to monitor progress towards sustainability goals, including being Net Zero by 2040. The second initiative, Pillar II, is a Global Transformation Programme spanning several years that aims to deliver a solution which meets the mandatory OECD Globe Rules and embed change to optimize the benefits to SPE. It not only covers processes, systems, and data, it also looks at our people and the way we're organized. The project will have a significant impact to international finance teams and will be a fundamental step change for US finance teams. Both initiatives will have significant process and reporting impacts to the SPE International Television Production business and affiliates. This is a lead role responsible for the implementation of both initiatives for the international TVP business and affiliates. This role is a 12-month fixed term contract and based in our London office. What you'll do: Act as the main point of contact for International TV Productions and affiliates for Green Measure and Pillar II project teams/squads and stakeholders. Responsible for the execution of Green Measure and Pillar II data collection, ensuring accuracy and completeness for International TV Productions. Responsible for the execution of Green Measure data collection, ensuring accuracy and completeness for affiliates. Influence and collaborate at all levels of SPE to engage and secure the sponsorship of colleagues to operationalise Green Measure and Pillar II processes and procedures. Where required, lead sprint readouts and demonstrations to the wider project team, stakeholders and the Finance Steering Committee. Act as an escalation point for Green Measure and Pillar II, ensuring the timely clarification of project requirements and remediation of issues/blockers. Contribute to project meetings through attendance at daily stand-ups, sprint demonstrations, retrospectives, other project meetings representing the priorities of ITVP and affiliates. Contribute to the definition of the Green Measure and Pillar II data collection process design. Support the identification of source system data and/or calculations required to meet the requirements for Green Measure and Pillar II reporting. Work cross-functionally with other departments to identify and capitalize on opportunities for improvements and efficiencies. Hold peers, team and third parties accountable to execute on agreed-upon workstream decisions and commitments. Identify improvement opportunities to enable process efficiencies for the Green Measure and Pillar II process workstreams, throughout the project life cycle. What you have: Experience Experience of working across a Global business within a multi-cultural corporate working environment. Experience in entertainment industry, specifically within productions Experience of working in large scale Finance and Accounting projects/programs Experience in working under different project management methodologies e.g., Waterfall vs Agile (Scrum/Kanban) Line management experience (desirable) Knowledge Excellent relationship management skills - ability to work closely with a variety of constituencies including Finance and Accounting executive and technical stakeholders including IT, Legal, Tax and 3rd party professional service firms/outsource providers Strong experience of process definition and improvements Comprehensive understanding of consolidation accounting principles and practices Experience of working in a shared services environment Appreciation of local regulatory requirements (local GAAPs, IFRS, statutory accounting) Experience of working in a matrix management environment Ability to understand and effectively deal with cultural differences Ability to Operate in an international dynamic, uncertain environment Operate to tight deadlines Be flexible with duties, scope and hours of work and business travel requirements Be a change agent Manage multiple projects and associated activities simultaneously Balance BAU activities with project demands Be a self-starter and work using own initiative Effectively communicate in business English (oral and written skills) across finance and operational teams at all levels Facilitate and influence decision-making at all levels of an organization How we take care of you: Competitive salary, with annual bonus eligibility. A choice of comprehensive health plan options that fit your lifestyle including private medical insurance. Rest and recharge during a week off during the winter holidays, in addition to the 25 days of paid annual leave. Participate in extensive learning & development opportunities at all levels, including curated instructor-led classes and high impact online resources. Build your community by joining our Employee Business Resource Groups, and/or Sony Pictures Action - our racial equity and inclusion strategy. Access to an employee online store filled with a variety of discounted Sony products. Watch the newest movies and TV shows at our exclusive employee screenings at work. Entitlement to apply for an interest-free season ticket loan. Automatic enrolment in the Company's Pension Plan Free counselling and advisory service. You will be automatically enrolled in the Company's Life Insurance and Group Income Protection Plans subject to any applicable service requirements. The opportunity to attend various social events in our state-of-the-art offices in Paddington. In addition to the above we have a range of other optional discounted benefits that are reviewed regularly (e.g., gym memberships, travel insurance, activity passes, car leasing, experience days and many more!) If you require any reasonable adjustments with any part of the recruitment process, including the application or interview process, please contact us at . Please put Reasonable Adjustment Request in the subject line of the email. Sony Pictures Entertainment is committed to equal opportunity in all its employment practices, policies and procedures. No worker or potential worker will therefore receive less favourable treatment due to their race, age, creed, sexual orientation, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, religion, gender, marital status or Trade Union membership (if applicable).
May 05, 2024
Full time
Please note that this role is based in the United Kingdom. In order to enable us to meet statutory and regulatory obligations of the United Kingdom immigration system you must have the appropriate immigration permission needed to work and reside in the United Kingdom. Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is undertaking global transformational change to prepare for the reporting needs for two strategic reporting initiatives, Green Measure and Pillar II. The first initiative, Green Measure, has the mission of providing accurate, auditable, and timely ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) information on Sony's external reporting. ESG reporting will need to be audited and will be the source of truth SPE leverages to monitor progress towards sustainability goals, including being Net Zero by 2040. The second initiative, Pillar II, is a Global Transformation Programme spanning several years that aims to deliver a solution which meets the mandatory OECD Globe Rules and embed change to optimize the benefits to SPE. It not only covers processes, systems, and data, it also looks at our people and the way we're organized. The project will have a significant impact to international finance teams and will be a fundamental step change for US finance teams. Both initiatives will have significant process and reporting impacts to the SPE International Television Production business and affiliates. This is a lead role responsible for the implementation of both initiatives for the international TVP business and affiliates. This role is a 12-month fixed term contract and based in our London office. What you'll do: Act as the main point of contact for International TV Productions and affiliates for Green Measure and Pillar II project teams/squads and stakeholders. Responsible for the execution of Green Measure and Pillar II data collection, ensuring accuracy and completeness for International TV Productions. Responsible for the execution of Green Measure data collection, ensuring accuracy and completeness for affiliates. Influence and collaborate at all levels of SPE to engage and secure the sponsorship of colleagues to operationalise Green Measure and Pillar II processes and procedures. Where required, lead sprint readouts and demonstrations to the wider project team, stakeholders and the Finance Steering Committee. Act as an escalation point for Green Measure and Pillar II, ensuring the timely clarification of project requirements and remediation of issues/blockers. Contribute to project meetings through attendance at daily stand-ups, sprint demonstrations, retrospectives, other project meetings representing the priorities of ITVP and affiliates. Contribute to the definition of the Green Measure and Pillar II data collection process design. Support the identification of source system data and/or calculations required to meet the requirements for Green Measure and Pillar II reporting. Work cross-functionally with other departments to identify and capitalize on opportunities for improvements and efficiencies. Hold peers, team and third parties accountable to execute on agreed-upon workstream decisions and commitments. Identify improvement opportunities to enable process efficiencies for the Green Measure and Pillar II process workstreams, throughout the project life cycle. What you have: Experience Experience of working across a Global business within a multi-cultural corporate working environment. Experience in entertainment industry, specifically within productions Experience of working in large scale Finance and Accounting projects/programs Experience in working under different project management methodologies e.g., Waterfall vs Agile (Scrum/Kanban) Line management experience (desirable) Knowledge Excellent relationship management skills - ability to work closely with a variety of constituencies including Finance and Accounting executive and technical stakeholders including IT, Legal, Tax and 3rd party professional service firms/outsource providers Strong experience of process definition and improvements Comprehensive understanding of consolidation accounting principles and practices Experience of working in a shared services environment Appreciation of local regulatory requirements (local GAAPs, IFRS, statutory accounting) Experience of working in a matrix management environment Ability to understand and effectively deal with cultural differences Ability to Operate in an international dynamic, uncertain environment Operate to tight deadlines Be flexible with duties, scope and hours of work and business travel requirements Be a change agent Manage multiple projects and associated activities simultaneously Balance BAU activities with project demands Be a self-starter and work using own initiative Effectively communicate in business English (oral and written skills) across finance and operational teams at all levels Facilitate and influence decision-making at all levels of an organization How we take care of you: Competitive salary, with annual bonus eligibility. A choice of comprehensive health plan options that fit your lifestyle including private medical insurance. Rest and recharge during a week off during the winter holidays, in addition to the 25 days of paid annual leave. Participate in extensive learning & development opportunities at all levels, including curated instructor-led classes and high impact online resources. Build your community by joining our Employee Business Resource Groups, and/or Sony Pictures Action - our racial equity and inclusion strategy. Access to an employee online store filled with a variety of discounted Sony products. Watch the newest movies and TV shows at our exclusive employee screenings at work. Entitlement to apply for an interest-free season ticket loan. Automatic enrolment in the Company's Pension Plan Free counselling and advisory service. You will be automatically enrolled in the Company's Life Insurance and Group Income Protection Plans subject to any applicable service requirements. The opportunity to attend various social events in our state-of-the-art offices in Paddington. In addition to the above we have a range of other optional discounted benefits that are reviewed regularly (e.g., gym memberships, travel insurance, activity passes, car leasing, experience days and many more!) If you require any reasonable adjustments with any part of the recruitment process, including the application or interview process, please contact us at . Please put Reasonable Adjustment Request in the subject line of the email. Sony Pictures Entertainment is committed to equal opportunity in all its employment practices, policies and procedures. No worker or potential worker will therefore receive less favourable treatment due to their race, age, creed, sexual orientation, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, religion, gender, marital status or Trade Union membership (if applicable).
Job Title: Creative Director Salary: £70k-£90k Location: London (hybrid) role requires occasional travel to the Middle East Do you crave shaping the future of creative experiences through cutting-edge technology? Are you a visionary leader who thrives on inspiring and fostering exceptional creative talent? If so, then we want to hear from you! I am working with a creative technology agency that pushes the boundaries of creativity by merging exceptional design with cutting-edge technology to craft unforgettable experiences for their clients, working across retail, property development and workspaces. They are looking for a passionate and experienced Creative Director to join their growing team and lead the charge in crafting the future of creative technology. Requirements: Lead and manage a mixed team of developers, designers, and creative professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. Possess a minimum of 10 years of experience in a creative leadership role, ideally within a creative technology agency. Have a proven track record of developing and delivering high-impact creative campaigns across various platforms, including AR/VR, interactive installations, and digital experiences. Hold a deep understanding of the latest design trends and technologies and how they can be leveraged to achieve marketing and branding goals. Thrive in a collaborative environment and have exceptional interpersonal skills to lead, inspire, and mentor a talented team of designers, developers, and technologists. Are an effective communicator who can contribute to the creative process by offering technical insights and solutions that elevate the creative vision. Have a strong understanding of project management principles and the ability to deliver projects on time and within budget. Translate creative concepts into achievable technical plans and strategies, ensuring projects align with the agency's goals. Work closely with project managers, designers, and developers to oversee the technical aspects of projects from the initial concept right through to completion. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to fully understand their needs and vision, ensuring the final product surpasses their expectations. Contribute to the creative process by offering technical insights and solutions that elevate the creative vision. Senior Leadership Experience: Proven track record of contributing to a senior leadership team. Experience leading development for shorter-term, project-based work. Experience with physical, interactive applications. Understanding of hardware integration, touchscreens, and various HCI devices. Champions best practices and empowers team members for success. Pragmatic in finding solutions amidst multiple constraints and viewpoints, ensuring on-time/budget delivery and acting as a voice for the team. Strong portfolio showcasing a variety of work across diverse digital platforms, highlighting contributions to both creative and technical aspects. Expertise in modern web technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript) and familiarity with server-side programming languages and frameworks. Experience with digital media software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite), interactive design, and user experience best practices. Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team. Ideally holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Digital Media, or a related field. Understanding of digital production methodologies. 12+ years of experience in a similar role within a creative agency or digital production environment. We Offer The opportunity to be at the forefront of creative technology, shaping the future of how brands connect with audiences. A collaborative and dynamic work environment where your creativity will be valued and celebrated. Competitive salary and benefits package. The chance to work on a diverse range of projects with some of the world's leading brands. If you're a creative visionary with a passion for technology and a proven track record of leading high-performing teams, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your CV and portfolio showcasing your most relevant work.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Creative Director Salary: £70k-£90k Location: London (hybrid) role requires occasional travel to the Middle East Do you crave shaping the future of creative experiences through cutting-edge technology? Are you a visionary leader who thrives on inspiring and fostering exceptional creative talent? If so, then we want to hear from you! I am working with a creative technology agency that pushes the boundaries of creativity by merging exceptional design with cutting-edge technology to craft unforgettable experiences for their clients, working across retail, property development and workspaces. They are looking for a passionate and experienced Creative Director to join their growing team and lead the charge in crafting the future of creative technology. Requirements: Lead and manage a mixed team of developers, designers, and creative professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. Possess a minimum of 10 years of experience in a creative leadership role, ideally within a creative technology agency. Have a proven track record of developing and delivering high-impact creative campaigns across various platforms, including AR/VR, interactive installations, and digital experiences. Hold a deep understanding of the latest design trends and technologies and how they can be leveraged to achieve marketing and branding goals. Thrive in a collaborative environment and have exceptional interpersonal skills to lead, inspire, and mentor a talented team of designers, developers, and technologists. Are an effective communicator who can contribute to the creative process by offering technical insights and solutions that elevate the creative vision. Have a strong understanding of project management principles and the ability to deliver projects on time and within budget. Translate creative concepts into achievable technical plans and strategies, ensuring projects align with the agency's goals. Work closely with project managers, designers, and developers to oversee the technical aspects of projects from the initial concept right through to completion. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to fully understand their needs and vision, ensuring the final product surpasses their expectations. Contribute to the creative process by offering technical insights and solutions that elevate the creative vision. Senior Leadership Experience: Proven track record of contributing to a senior leadership team. Experience leading development for shorter-term, project-based work. Experience with physical, interactive applications. Understanding of hardware integration, touchscreens, and various HCI devices. Champions best practices and empowers team members for success. Pragmatic in finding solutions amidst multiple constraints and viewpoints, ensuring on-time/budget delivery and acting as a voice for the team. Strong portfolio showcasing a variety of work across diverse digital platforms, highlighting contributions to both creative and technical aspects. Expertise in modern web technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript) and familiarity with server-side programming languages and frameworks. Experience with digital media software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite), interactive design, and user experience best practices. Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team. Ideally holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Digital Media, or a related field. Understanding of digital production methodologies. 12+ years of experience in a similar role within a creative agency or digital production environment. We Offer The opportunity to be at the forefront of creative technology, shaping the future of how brands connect with audiences. A collaborative and dynamic work environment where your creativity will be valued and celebrated. Competitive salary and benefits package. The chance to work on a diverse range of projects with some of the world's leading brands. If you're a creative visionary with a passion for technology and a proven track record of leading high-performing teams, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your CV and portfolio showcasing your most relevant work.
Operations Manager Progression to Directorship 50,000 - 60,000 + Company Car + Fuel Card + Bonuses + Pension + Benefits Location - Warwick Are you an Engineering / Sales Manager who is looking to step into an autonomous role that offers a clear scope of progression to a Directorship level role and where you be a driving force of positive change. On offer all whilst working a role Monday - Friday, with no weekend work or site work so you can maintain a great work-life balance? This is a rare and exciting opportunity where you will have the chance to mould the business for years to come and grow a team your own team, in addition to having a clear scope of progression to Directorship, where you will take on more responsibility and charge of a large portion of their operation. This company is industry-leading in the field, both in the UK and internationally, and has built up a fantastic reputation within their field, but also looking after their staff. They are going through a period of growth, and because of this, they are looking to expand their workforce. The core responsibilities of this role will be managing and overseeing general day-to-day running of the company with a focus on the Sales and engineering teams. To achieve this the right candidate will either have previous experience with hands-on Maintenance or come from a time-served senior manager/ leadership role. This company specialises in the Water Treatment Sector and has risen to become a leader in their field. This role would suit an experienced manager who is looking to leave their stamp on a company, in addition to having the opportunity to grow a team within a growing business. All whilst having a clear scope of progression to directorship roles. The Role: Full autonomy and a chance to put your stamp on the company. Clear scope of progression to directorship/ GM. Creating sales strategies. Overseeing the Engineering and Technical function of a bespoke manufacturer The Candidate: Experience managing within an Engineering business. Experience with Heat Source Pump applications is ideal but not essential. Based near Warwick. Wants to progress to Directorship.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Operations Manager Progression to Directorship 50,000 - 60,000 + Company Car + Fuel Card + Bonuses + Pension + Benefits Location - Warwick Are you an Engineering / Sales Manager who is looking to step into an autonomous role that offers a clear scope of progression to a Directorship level role and where you be a driving force of positive change. On offer all whilst working a role Monday - Friday, with no weekend work or site work so you can maintain a great work-life balance? This is a rare and exciting opportunity where you will have the chance to mould the business for years to come and grow a team your own team, in addition to having a clear scope of progression to Directorship, where you will take on more responsibility and charge of a large portion of their operation. This company is industry-leading in the field, both in the UK and internationally, and has built up a fantastic reputation within their field, but also looking after their staff. They are going through a period of growth, and because of this, they are looking to expand their workforce. The core responsibilities of this role will be managing and overseeing general day-to-day running of the company with a focus on the Sales and engineering teams. To achieve this the right candidate will either have previous experience with hands-on Maintenance or come from a time-served senior manager/ leadership role. This company specialises in the Water Treatment Sector and has risen to become a leader in their field. This role would suit an experienced manager who is looking to leave their stamp on a company, in addition to having the opportunity to grow a team within a growing business. All whilst having a clear scope of progression to directorship roles. The Role: Full autonomy and a chance to put your stamp on the company. Clear scope of progression to directorship/ GM. Creating sales strategies. Overseeing the Engineering and Technical function of a bespoke manufacturer The Candidate: Experience managing within an Engineering business. Experience with Heat Source Pump applications is ideal but not essential. Based near Warwick. Wants to progress to Directorship.
Details Reference number 351240 Salary £42,991 - £71,649 Base salary band is £42,991 - £60,649 with an additional DDaT allowance of £4,350 - £11,000 available. The final salary and allowance awarded will be based on an assessment of your skills and experience as demonstrated at interview. Please note that the minimum salary does not reflect the 2023/24 pay deal and we are therefore expecting this to increase in the near future. A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27% Job grade Senior Executive Officer Grade 7 DDaT Principle Contract type Permanent Business area CH - Digital Services Type of role Architecture and Data Digital Information Technology Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Homeworking, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 4 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Remote working (anywhere in the UK) About the job Job summary A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the Companies House architecture team as a Lead Technical Architect, a key role in a small, high performing team within an organisation that truly values its staff. The team is responsible for developing technical architectures that deliver business objectives, while supporting and encouraging one another to create the most effective designs with a focus on delivering value. Team working is highly valued along with a willingness to challenge established thinking and ways of working. This is an opportunity to advance your knowledge and technical understanding in a high-profile role which has an impact across the organisation, developing systems that are used nationally and at high volume. We're currently fulfilling around 14 million search requests per day with users including the general public, businesses, the police and other government organisations. In this role you will work with the wider Digital and Data Directorate, working closely with business stakeholders to develop technical designs that address business priorities and guide the development teams in creating robust, secure solutions. This is an opportunity to work with the latest cloud technologies, develop microservice architectures and shape the technical direction of the organisation. You will have excellent technical skills, proven architecture design experience and a background in software engineering. Our current technology stack primarily comprises node.js, Java/Spring and MongoDB running in AWS and some exposure to these technologies would be beneficial, but we would consider applications from anyone with exposure to similar technologies. We offer an excellent benefits package that includes a generous 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day, flexitime with no core hours and enrolment into the Civil Service Pension Scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. To find out more about what a great place Companies House is to work visit Companies House Further information on Companies House Services can be found here Job description We're looking for a Technical Architect whose responsibilities will include: Providing technical guidance and architectural designs to help shape the future digital services at Companies House, and effectively communicating these to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Helping establish and maintain architectural principles, strategy, governance and technical direction for Companies House services. Working closely with the architecture team to ensure designs are consistent and fit for purpose. Keeping up to date new technologies and processes and applying this knowledge to improve our services. Working closely with development teams, ensuring their output adheres to the architectural designs. This is an exciting opportunity in digital services, designing and delivering quality services to our users. By helping us to shape our services, you'll have the opportunity to be at the forefront of digital transformation in government. Person specification We are looking for someone to be part of our team in a time of great change and to play an integral part in shaping the architecture and design of future digital services that are used worldwide, help tackle economic crime at a national level and provide confidence to the UK economy. We want someone keen to improve their skills using new and exciting technologies and develop their career working on diverse projects with a focus on continuous improvement, while being part of a supportive high-profile team. We are seeking a talented individual who not only excels in architectural design but also possesses exceptional communication skills to effectively engage with colleagues and stakeholders across the business. Experience We are looking for the following experience, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Please refer to the bullet points below when writing your personal statement. Experience in several of the following would be desirable: Technical Architecture Design Experience. Technical Lead or Lead Development Experience. Designing redundant, distributed services at scale, covering all aspects of the technology stack, including infrastructure following microservice architecture patterns. Experience of public cloud service offerings, especially IaaS / PaaS. Experience of integrating third party and in house developed systems. Demonstrate experience of translating user requirements to solution designs. Knowledge of architectural tools, methods and industry best practice. Demonstrate ability to think strategically whilst having a strong focus on technologies and operational service delivery. Technical Skills We are looking for the following technical skills, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Please refer to the bullet points below when writing your personal statement. Proven commercial experience of a selection of the following technologies/skills is desirable but demonstrating a positive attitude and having an aptitude to learn is more important: Microservices Architectures API Development Cloud Computing Platforms Designing Secure and Scalable Systems NoSQL Databases Relational Databases Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Seeing the Big Picture Benefits Alongside your salary of £42,991, Companies House contributes £12,454 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Please note that the minimum salary does not reflect the 2023/24 pay deal and we are therefore expecting this to increase in the near future. We believe that our success is driven by the well-being and satisfaction of our team members at all levels of the organisation. At Companies House we're committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary, ensuring your career journey with us is not only fulfilling, but also rewarding. We pride ourselves on offering a quality work-life balance with our employee wellbeing being central to our working practices. Head to Our benefits - Working for us - Recruitment (companieshouse.gov.uk) to find out more about the fantastic benefits package we have at Companies House. About us Our aim is to be the best registry in the world achieved through brilliant people working on brilliant systems delivering brilliant services. We are currently delivering an organisation wide transformation programme focussing on a complete redesign of our digital services, target operating model and culture. This change will need different skills, capabilities and mindset where adaptable, bold and curious behaviours are the norm and empowerment is encouraged and utilised. To find out more about the great things we're doing at Companies House please have a look at our blog posts and podcasts. Companies House values its people, their contributions and has created a real sense of community where people seek to create strong connections. Our commitment to learning and development is exceptional, and we believe passionately in the employee experience with is prevalent through the engagement, wellbeing and development strategies which have resulted in Platinum Investors in People and MIND index awards. We encourage professional development, celebrate success and live our values to effect real change. We celebrate diversity As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity, being committed to ensuring we're representative of the citizens we serve and creating an inclusive environment. Everyone in Companies House brings something different, and so will you. To fulfil our commitment to recruiting and attracting diverse talent we welcome applications from underrepresented groups. We also welcome applications from Welsh speakers. The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service D&I Strategy. Where will you be working? We are currently using a hybrid approach to the way we work. The majority of our digital teams are based in our Cardiff head office. Remote/homeworking contracts will only be offered to successful candidates who are not within a commutable distance to our Cardiff office . click apply for full job details
May 05, 2024
Full time
Details Reference number 351240 Salary £42,991 - £71,649 Base salary band is £42,991 - £60,649 with an additional DDaT allowance of £4,350 - £11,000 available. The final salary and allowance awarded will be based on an assessment of your skills and experience as demonstrated at interview. Please note that the minimum salary does not reflect the 2023/24 pay deal and we are therefore expecting this to increase in the near future. A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27% Job grade Senior Executive Officer Grade 7 DDaT Principle Contract type Permanent Business area CH - Digital Services Type of role Architecture and Data Digital Information Technology Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Homeworking, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 4 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Remote working (anywhere in the UK) About the job Job summary A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the Companies House architecture team as a Lead Technical Architect, a key role in a small, high performing team within an organisation that truly values its staff. The team is responsible for developing technical architectures that deliver business objectives, while supporting and encouraging one another to create the most effective designs with a focus on delivering value. Team working is highly valued along with a willingness to challenge established thinking and ways of working. This is an opportunity to advance your knowledge and technical understanding in a high-profile role which has an impact across the organisation, developing systems that are used nationally and at high volume. We're currently fulfilling around 14 million search requests per day with users including the general public, businesses, the police and other government organisations. In this role you will work with the wider Digital and Data Directorate, working closely with business stakeholders to develop technical designs that address business priorities and guide the development teams in creating robust, secure solutions. This is an opportunity to work with the latest cloud technologies, develop microservice architectures and shape the technical direction of the organisation. You will have excellent technical skills, proven architecture design experience and a background in software engineering. Our current technology stack primarily comprises node.js, Java/Spring and MongoDB running in AWS and some exposure to these technologies would be beneficial, but we would consider applications from anyone with exposure to similar technologies. We offer an excellent benefits package that includes a generous 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day, flexitime with no core hours and enrolment into the Civil Service Pension Scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. To find out more about what a great place Companies House is to work visit Companies House Further information on Companies House Services can be found here Job description We're looking for a Technical Architect whose responsibilities will include: Providing technical guidance and architectural designs to help shape the future digital services at Companies House, and effectively communicating these to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Helping establish and maintain architectural principles, strategy, governance and technical direction for Companies House services. Working closely with the architecture team to ensure designs are consistent and fit for purpose. Keeping up to date new technologies and processes and applying this knowledge to improve our services. Working closely with development teams, ensuring their output adheres to the architectural designs. This is an exciting opportunity in digital services, designing and delivering quality services to our users. By helping us to shape our services, you'll have the opportunity to be at the forefront of digital transformation in government. Person specification We are looking for someone to be part of our team in a time of great change and to play an integral part in shaping the architecture and design of future digital services that are used worldwide, help tackle economic crime at a national level and provide confidence to the UK economy. We want someone keen to improve their skills using new and exciting technologies and develop their career working on diverse projects with a focus on continuous improvement, while being part of a supportive high-profile team. We are seeking a talented individual who not only excels in architectural design but also possesses exceptional communication skills to effectively engage with colleagues and stakeholders across the business. Experience We are looking for the following experience, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Please refer to the bullet points below when writing your personal statement. Experience in several of the following would be desirable: Technical Architecture Design Experience. Technical Lead or Lead Development Experience. Designing redundant, distributed services at scale, covering all aspects of the technology stack, including infrastructure following microservice architecture patterns. Experience of public cloud service offerings, especially IaaS / PaaS. Experience of integrating third party and in house developed systems. Demonstrate experience of translating user requirements to solution designs. Knowledge of architectural tools, methods and industry best practice. Demonstrate ability to think strategically whilst having a strong focus on technologies and operational service delivery. Technical Skills We are looking for the following technical skills, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Please refer to the bullet points below when writing your personal statement. Proven commercial experience of a selection of the following technologies/skills is desirable but demonstrating a positive attitude and having an aptitude to learn is more important: Microservices Architectures API Development Cloud Computing Platforms Designing Secure and Scalable Systems NoSQL Databases Relational Databases Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Seeing the Big Picture Benefits Alongside your salary of £42,991, Companies House contributes £12,454 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Please note that the minimum salary does not reflect the 2023/24 pay deal and we are therefore expecting this to increase in the near future. We believe that our success is driven by the well-being and satisfaction of our team members at all levels of the organisation. At Companies House we're committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary, ensuring your career journey with us is not only fulfilling, but also rewarding. We pride ourselves on offering a quality work-life balance with our employee wellbeing being central to our working practices. Head to Our benefits - Working for us - Recruitment (companieshouse.gov.uk) to find out more about the fantastic benefits package we have at Companies House. About us Our aim is to be the best registry in the world achieved through brilliant people working on brilliant systems delivering brilliant services. We are currently delivering an organisation wide transformation programme focussing on a complete redesign of our digital services, target operating model and culture. This change will need different skills, capabilities and mindset where adaptable, bold and curious behaviours are the norm and empowerment is encouraged and utilised. To find out more about the great things we're doing at Companies House please have a look at our blog posts and podcasts. Companies House values its people, their contributions and has created a real sense of community where people seek to create strong connections. Our commitment to learning and development is exceptional, and we believe passionately in the employee experience with is prevalent through the engagement, wellbeing and development strategies which have resulted in Platinum Investors in People and MIND index awards. We encourage professional development, celebrate success and live our values to effect real change. We celebrate diversity As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity, being committed to ensuring we're representative of the citizens we serve and creating an inclusive environment. Everyone in Companies House brings something different, and so will you. To fulfil our commitment to recruiting and attracting diverse talent we welcome applications from underrepresented groups. We also welcome applications from Welsh speakers. The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service D&I Strategy. Where will you be working? We are currently using a hybrid approach to the way we work. The majority of our digital teams are based in our Cardiff head office. Remote/homeworking contracts will only be offered to successful candidates who are not within a commutable distance to our Cardiff office . click apply for full job details
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 BDO's Legal Team is looking for an Associate Legal Counsel - Commercial to join the team to support supplier contracting activity with a focus on digital products and services. The role will involve reviewing, drafting and negotiating supplier legal contracts with the objective of managing the firm's risk exposure. The role will also support more senior lawyers in the team on complex contracts and legal issues where appropriate. Responsibilities Review, draft and negotiate supplier and reseller contracts (SaaS, professional services etc.): Ownership of less complex contracts or components of complex contracts, ensuring legal, commercial and regulatory risks are identified and mitigated or escalated as appropriate. Contract management: advise and support stakeholders with contract management activity, including variations, terminations and vendor management. Build relationships with key stakeholders: Become a trusted adviser to relevant stakeholders, in particular with the other Quality & Risk sub-teams, plus the firm's Digital business, IT and Procurement. Provide guidance and training: Keep the Legal Team's guidance and playbooks updated to contracting self-service. Provide guidance to Procurement on legal matters within their procurement categories. Improve efficiency: Identify opportunities to accelerate and/or improve the contracting process and seek innovative solutions to new problems. External Legal Counsel: Communicate effectively with external counsel, including providing instructions on matters that require external review, whilst managing timescales and fees. Projects: support the senior commercial lawyers in the delivery of strategic projects and initiatives. Knowledge: Keep abreast of the latest industry standards and regulations, share knowledge with the team. Requirements Essential: law degree; qualified to practice law in England and Wales or equivalent experience practising the laws of England and Wales; experience of advising on/negotiating/drafting commercial contracts and transactional documentation; working knowledge of commercial law; strong written and oral communication skills; ability to interact at a senior level; ability to prioritise and manage own workload; and good attention to detail. Desirable: experience of commercial contracting in a professional services firm and/or regulated business; understanding of data protection law (UK and EU GDPR), intellectual property law and experience delivering related legal advice; experience of technology contracting (SaaS, PaaS 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 BDO's Legal Team is looking for an Associate Legal Counsel - Commercial to join the team to support supplier contracting activity with a focus on digital products and services. The role will involve reviewing, drafting and negotiating supplier legal contracts with the objective of managing the firm's risk exposure. The role will also support more senior lawyers in the team on complex contracts and legal issues where appropriate. Responsibilities Review, draft and negotiate supplier and reseller contracts (SaaS, professional services etc.): Ownership of less complex contracts or components of complex contracts, ensuring legal, commercial and regulatory risks are identified and mitigated or escalated as appropriate. Contract management: advise and support stakeholders with contract management activity, including variations, terminations and vendor management. Build relationships with key stakeholders: Become a trusted adviser to relevant stakeholders, in particular with the other Quality & Risk sub-teams, plus the firm's Digital business, IT and Procurement. Provide guidance and training: Keep the Legal Team's guidance and playbooks updated to contracting self-service. Provide guidance to Procurement on legal matters within their procurement categories. Improve efficiency: Identify opportunities to accelerate and/or improve the contracting process and seek innovative solutions to new problems. External Legal Counsel: Communicate effectively with external counsel, including providing instructions on matters that require external review, whilst managing timescales and fees. Projects: support the senior commercial lawyers in the delivery of strategic projects and initiatives. Knowledge: Keep abreast of the latest industry standards and regulations, share knowledge with the team. Requirements Essential: law degree; qualified to practice law in England and Wales or equivalent experience practising the laws of England and Wales; experience of advising on/negotiating/drafting commercial contracts and transactional documentation; working knowledge of commercial law; strong written and oral communication skills; ability to interact at a senior level; ability to prioritise and manage own workload; and good attention to detail. Desirable: experience of commercial contracting in a professional services firm and/or regulated business; understanding of data protection law (UK and EU GDPR), intellectual property law and experience delivering related legal advice; experience of technology contracting (SaaS, PaaS 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.
ACCA is committed to a workplace culture which is inclusive, diverse, human and connected. We welcome applications from candidates who meet some but not all of the criteria listed below. We're currently looking for a D365 F&O Developer. This position sits within our IT Team. We have offices in both Glasgow and London and will consider any UK based candidate. We can offer both hybrid and remote working options. D365 F&O Developer is a technical professional within Enterprise Services Platform CoE team with specific responsibility for the delivery of service improvement activity on the Dynamics 365 F&O services in project and business settings. D365 F&O Developer will require a good understanding of the product and how it fits within the wider ACCA technology landscape and D365 production and delivery process. The work will be delivered using our continuous delivery methodology work across IT and the business to gather requirements, look for opportunity and deliver, test and document service improvements across the Dynamics 365 services. The Job Implement and configure Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations modules according to business requirements. Support Digital Transformation deployment, go live, service introduction and post go live activities. Develop custom features, integrations, and extensions using X and other related technologies in D365 F&O with skilled in SQL Server, Reporting Services (SSRS), Electronic Reporting Dev Express, C# .NET, REST and JSON. Azure Cloud and integration. Develop the Dynamics 365 environment in support of organisation's strategy, change and financial plans aligned to business requirements. Develop the Dynamics 365 environment to enable the successful delivery of ACCA's Digital Transformation and IT's target operating model. Manage and control D365 F&O release process working closely with service providers as well as Digital Transformation. Provide ongoing support and maintenance for D365 F&O applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement fixes and enhancements. Develop the Dynamics 365 environment capability(s) for the IT directorate. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, project managers, and other developers, to deliver high-quality solutions. Stay updated with the latest D365 F&O features and updates. Evaluate and implement upgrades and enhancements to improve system performance and functionality. Conduct thorough testing of D365 F&O applications to ensure they meet quality standards and are error-free. Define Dynamics 365 through the application of best practise and industry standards including Microsoft Well Architected Framework, security controls and global data residency legislation, whilst nurturing and supporting our business during their transition to the technology from legacy services. The Person In-depth understanding of the Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations platform, including modules with proficiency in X for customizing forms, reports, workflows, and other elements of D365 F&O, and SQL Server, Reporting Services (SSRS), Electronic Reporting Dev Express, C# .NET, REST and JSON. Experience of shaping and delivering Dynamics 365 service improvements and ongoing management working across business functions and vendors Experience of working in organisations undergoing significant transformation Hands-on experience in customizing D365 F&O modules and integrating the application with other systems using various integration techniques. Experience with version control systems (e.g. Git) for managing codebase changes in a collaborative environment. Ability to create technical documentation, including design specification, test plans, and user guides. Experience of working across IT towers and business departments to gather requirements and deliver service improvements. Knowledge of Accounting Experience. Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of detailed technical concepts and to apply this understanding to everyday business problems. Proficiency in testing and debugging customizations to ensure they meet the specified requirements and do not adversely impact the system. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to think laterally and conceptually. Our Benefits We strive to create an environment where you can prioritise your wellbeing and so have designed our benefits to give you the flexibility and power to do so. Our core benefits include private healthcare, life assurance and income protection as well as a fantastic defined contribution pension scheme. We provide an employee assistance programme and are proud to offer a financial wellbeing tool called Nudge, to our employees. Our flexible benefits platform gives you the power to customise your benefit plan to suit your needs, you can choose to add a number of benefits including extra holidays, PMI family cover, cycle to work, Travel and Gym loans and more! You can also enjoy exclusive access to our discount site and wellbeing centre platform. We are committed to equal opportunities across our recruitment activities and have a real commitment to ensuring the inclusion and well-being of all employees. We have a blended approach to working to support our employees to balance the needs of their job with other aspects of their life.
May 05, 2024
Full time
ACCA is committed to a workplace culture which is inclusive, diverse, human and connected. We welcome applications from candidates who meet some but not all of the criteria listed below. We're currently looking for a D365 F&O Developer. This position sits within our IT Team. We have offices in both Glasgow and London and will consider any UK based candidate. We can offer both hybrid and remote working options. D365 F&O Developer is a technical professional within Enterprise Services Platform CoE team with specific responsibility for the delivery of service improvement activity on the Dynamics 365 F&O services in project and business settings. D365 F&O Developer will require a good understanding of the product and how it fits within the wider ACCA technology landscape and D365 production and delivery process. The work will be delivered using our continuous delivery methodology work across IT and the business to gather requirements, look for opportunity and deliver, test and document service improvements across the Dynamics 365 services. The Job Implement and configure Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations modules according to business requirements. Support Digital Transformation deployment, go live, service introduction and post go live activities. Develop custom features, integrations, and extensions using X and other related technologies in D365 F&O with skilled in SQL Server, Reporting Services (SSRS), Electronic Reporting Dev Express, C# .NET, REST and JSON. Azure Cloud and integration. Develop the Dynamics 365 environment in support of organisation's strategy, change and financial plans aligned to business requirements. Develop the Dynamics 365 environment to enable the successful delivery of ACCA's Digital Transformation and IT's target operating model. Manage and control D365 F&O release process working closely with service providers as well as Digital Transformation. Provide ongoing support and maintenance for D365 F&O applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement fixes and enhancements. Develop the Dynamics 365 environment capability(s) for the IT directorate. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, project managers, and other developers, to deliver high-quality solutions. Stay updated with the latest D365 F&O features and updates. Evaluate and implement upgrades and enhancements to improve system performance and functionality. Conduct thorough testing of D365 F&O applications to ensure they meet quality standards and are error-free. Define Dynamics 365 through the application of best practise and industry standards including Microsoft Well Architected Framework, security controls and global data residency legislation, whilst nurturing and supporting our business during their transition to the technology from legacy services. The Person In-depth understanding of the Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations platform, including modules with proficiency in X for customizing forms, reports, workflows, and other elements of D365 F&O, and SQL Server, Reporting Services (SSRS), Electronic Reporting Dev Express, C# .NET, REST and JSON. Experience of shaping and delivering Dynamics 365 service improvements and ongoing management working across business functions and vendors Experience of working in organisations undergoing significant transformation Hands-on experience in customizing D365 F&O modules and integrating the application with other systems using various integration techniques. Experience with version control systems (e.g. Git) for managing codebase changes in a collaborative environment. Ability to create technical documentation, including design specification, test plans, and user guides. Experience of working across IT towers and business departments to gather requirements and deliver service improvements. Knowledge of Accounting Experience. Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of detailed technical concepts and to apply this understanding to everyday business problems. Proficiency in testing and debugging customizations to ensure they meet the specified requirements and do not adversely impact the system. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to think laterally and conceptually. Our Benefits We strive to create an environment where you can prioritise your wellbeing and so have designed our benefits to give you the flexibility and power to do so. Our core benefits include private healthcare, life assurance and income protection as well as a fantastic defined contribution pension scheme. We provide an employee assistance programme and are proud to offer a financial wellbeing tool called Nudge, to our employees. Our flexible benefits platform gives you the power to customise your benefit plan to suit your needs, you can choose to add a number of benefits including extra holidays, PMI family cover, cycle to work, Travel and Gym loans and more! You can also enjoy exclusive access to our discount site and wellbeing centre platform. We are committed to equal opportunities across our recruitment activities and have a real commitment to ensuring the inclusion and well-being of all employees. We have a blended approach to working to support our employees to balance the needs of their job with other aspects of their life.
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.
Sir Robert McAlpine are looking to recruit a highly experienced Building Services Manager for a £250m project in Bristol. Why join us? For over 155 years Sir Robert McAlpine has worked at the forefront of the construction world - gaining a reputation for engineering excellence and the respectful, honourable way of doing what we do. Our achievements through the decades are down to the people we employ and the opportunities we give them to succeed. With so many stand-out projects and opportunities ahead, now is the perfect time to join our family-owned business, and proudly build Britain's future heritage with us. The Building Services Manager role: A key member of the project team reporting to the Project Director you will be responsible for the successful delivery of the MEP package from construction, commissioning through to handover. ME&PH services vary from project to project but may include lifts, statutory services, sprinklers, specialist sound, communication and theatre lighting, pool water systems, water treatment, specialist gases, renewable Energy systems and mechanical or manufacturing process systems. You will be expected to use your technical, commercial, contractual, programming and time awareness skills as part of a project team, to deliver design, construction and commissioning solutions that meet our contractual obligations, making due allowance for the proposed construction budget, methodology and programme, whilst also ensuring that installations are of the right quality and recognise current legislation, standards and codes of practice. Review sub-contractor drawings and technical submissions for compliance, buildability & commisionability in line with ERs, Regulations and Standards including BREEAM, CIBSE and BSRIA design guides and codes of practice. Assist project team with management of co-ordination between ME&PH package works and other works packages on site with regards to hold points and sign off for ceiling, wall and floor closures etc. Attend regular commissioning meetings. Assist in ensuring timely clearance of any defects and snagging. Your profile: Experience covering design, construction and commissioning stages of complex projects You must have high technical expertise in MEP services including process engineering HNC or Degree in Building Services or related field. Experienced at working in 3D and with off-site manufacturing approached. Good knowledge of HTMs & HBMs. Competent in use of 4projects or similar Common Data Environment Knowledge of software including AutoCAD and BIM Rewards We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now. Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer, even if you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Especially if you're part of a group that is under-represented in Construction. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, our aim is to ensure that Sir Robert McAlpine is a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment for every member of our team.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Sir Robert McAlpine are looking to recruit a highly experienced Building Services Manager for a £250m project in Bristol. Why join us? For over 155 years Sir Robert McAlpine has worked at the forefront of the construction world - gaining a reputation for engineering excellence and the respectful, honourable way of doing what we do. Our achievements through the decades are down to the people we employ and the opportunities we give them to succeed. With so many stand-out projects and opportunities ahead, now is the perfect time to join our family-owned business, and proudly build Britain's future heritage with us. The Building Services Manager role: A key member of the project team reporting to the Project Director you will be responsible for the successful delivery of the MEP package from construction, commissioning through to handover. ME&PH services vary from project to project but may include lifts, statutory services, sprinklers, specialist sound, communication and theatre lighting, pool water systems, water treatment, specialist gases, renewable Energy systems and mechanical or manufacturing process systems. You will be expected to use your technical, commercial, contractual, programming and time awareness skills as part of a project team, to deliver design, construction and commissioning solutions that meet our contractual obligations, making due allowance for the proposed construction budget, methodology and programme, whilst also ensuring that installations are of the right quality and recognise current legislation, standards and codes of practice. Review sub-contractor drawings and technical submissions for compliance, buildability & commisionability in line with ERs, Regulations and Standards including BREEAM, CIBSE and BSRIA design guides and codes of practice. Assist project team with management of co-ordination between ME&PH package works and other works packages on site with regards to hold points and sign off for ceiling, wall and floor closures etc. Attend regular commissioning meetings. Assist in ensuring timely clearance of any defects and snagging. Your profile: Experience covering design, construction and commissioning stages of complex projects You must have high technical expertise in MEP services including process engineering HNC or Degree in Building Services or related field. Experienced at working in 3D and with off-site manufacturing approached. Good knowledge of HTMs & HBMs. Competent in use of 4projects or similar Common Data Environment Knowledge of software including AutoCAD and BIM Rewards We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now. Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer, even if you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Especially if you're part of a group that is under-represented in Construction. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, our aim is to ensure that Sir Robert McAlpine is a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment for every member of our team.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our greatest asset is our people, so our HR team focus on ensuring we are all reaching our potential. They use their specialist expertise to help us attract great talent, enable our employees to succeed and inspire a unified culture of development across our firm. By playing a role in the recruitment and management of our people, they help change lives and influence the future of BDO. Join a driven and passionate team where you can be yourself, while also helping your colleagues to achieve their ambitions. 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. The People Analytics Senior Manager role encompasses owning and driving the People Analytics strategy at BDO and management of the People Analytics team (3 Analysts). The role will include working closely with stakeholders both in HR and the wider business including the Central Data Office, Finance, IT, Leadership Team and Partnership Office to develop, prioritise and implement project plans to deliver the people analytics strategy. This is a role that will also draw on your technical experience in order to design best in class analytical solutions using a wide range of software and tools. While a number of People Analytics solutions are already in place, we are looking for someone who can review the current offerings and make bold steps in how we can change/adapt our approach to embed the importance of People Analytics and find new and better ways to ensure it is central to HR decision making. Achieving this will involve strong stakeholder management and ownership of data literacy upskilling across HR. A knowledge of Workday reporting (including Slides, Sheets, PRISM & Discovery Boards) is essential although a working knowledge or experience in other analytical tools (such as Excel & PowerBI) would also be advantageous. The role will involve managing and prioritising incoming ideas and requests; challenging and influencing thinking in order to achieve optimum outcomes. It will also draw on your own thought leadership and ideas and see you finding new and innovative ways of using people data to support firm and HR strategy. In this role you'll also: Continue and enhance the People Analytics Strategy Project manage key projects for the team, including scope management, resource planning and stakeholder management Bring the best external thinking and connect these developments and ideas to help support firm and HR strategy Provide value adding analysis and commentary derived from key metrics, to highlight what is happening with our people around the firm and to inform future people strategies. Motivate, manage and develop a team of 3 analysts, ensuring their work output finds the right balance between delivering against firm needs and contributing to individual career progression Ensure that data is kept securely in line with the Firm's Data Policy and inline with GDPR. At BDO, we use the full suite of Workday reporting tools; standard reporting and dashboards, slides, worksheets, discovery boards and PRISM. Having strong knowledge of the various tools and when best to use which, is key to this role. We use a wide range of reporting tools and techniques because at BDO, we are 'full suite' Workday users. As such, an appreciation of how Workday HCM operates would be helpful (for us this includes recruitment, learning, peakon, talent & performance and reward/comp). Understanding how security works across Workday is essential to ensure access to data and analytical solutions are appropriate for our people. Additionally, it would be a useful to have a knowledge of Workday integrations and Workday Finance as well experience with tools such as PowerBI. The People Analytics team do not just build and deploy reporting solutions. A pre-requisite for this role is the ability to interpret data, identify trends and draw meaningful conclusions (and coach others in how to do this). Keeping abreast of evolving people analytics theory and its practical application would be expected. You'll also be someone with: Strong stakeholder management skills Strategy and planning experience, with adaptability (knowledge of agile methodology helpful) The ability to communicate with authority and influence Creativity in design and solutioning Integrity and a good knowledge of GDPR & data security Coaching skills You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 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 that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our greatest asset is our people, so our HR team focus on ensuring we are all reaching our potential. They use their specialist expertise to help us attract great talent, enable our employees to succeed and inspire a unified culture of development across our firm. By playing a role in the recruitment and management of our people, they help change lives and influence the future of BDO. Join a driven and passionate team where you can be yourself, while also helping your colleagues to achieve their ambitions. 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. The People Analytics Senior Manager role encompasses owning and driving the People Analytics strategy at BDO and management of the People Analytics team (3 Analysts). The role will include working closely with stakeholders both in HR and the wider business including the Central Data Office, Finance, IT, Leadership Team and Partnership Office to develop, prioritise and implement project plans to deliver the people analytics strategy. This is a role that will also draw on your technical experience in order to design best in class analytical solutions using a wide range of software and tools. While a number of People Analytics solutions are already in place, we are looking for someone who can review the current offerings and make bold steps in how we can change/adapt our approach to embed the importance of People Analytics and find new and better ways to ensure it is central to HR decision making. Achieving this will involve strong stakeholder management and ownership of data literacy upskilling across HR. A knowledge of Workday reporting (including Slides, Sheets, PRISM & Discovery Boards) is essential although a working knowledge or experience in other analytical tools (such as Excel & PowerBI) would also be advantageous. The role will involve managing and prioritising incoming ideas and requests; challenging and influencing thinking in order to achieve optimum outcomes. It will also draw on your own thought leadership and ideas and see you finding new and innovative ways of using people data to support firm and HR strategy. In this role you'll also: Continue and enhance the People Analytics Strategy Project manage key projects for the team, including scope management, resource planning and stakeholder management Bring the best external thinking and connect these developments and ideas to help support firm and HR strategy Provide value adding analysis and commentary derived from key metrics, to highlight what is happening with our people around the firm and to inform future people strategies. Motivate, manage and develop a team of 3 analysts, ensuring their work output finds the right balance between delivering against firm needs and contributing to individual career progression Ensure that data is kept securely in line with the Firm's Data Policy and inline with GDPR. At BDO, we use the full suite of Workday reporting tools; standard reporting and dashboards, slides, worksheets, discovery boards and PRISM. Having strong knowledge of the various tools and when best to use which, is key to this role. We use a wide range of reporting tools and techniques because at BDO, we are 'full suite' Workday users. As such, an appreciation of how Workday HCM operates would be helpful (for us this includes recruitment, learning, peakon, talent & performance and reward/comp). Understanding how security works across Workday is essential to ensure access to data and analytical solutions are appropriate for our people. Additionally, it would be a useful to have a knowledge of Workday integrations and Workday Finance as well experience with tools such as PowerBI. The People Analytics team do not just build and deploy reporting solutions. A pre-requisite for this role is the ability to interpret data, identify trends and draw meaningful conclusions (and coach others in how to do this). Keeping abreast of evolving people analytics theory and its practical application would be expected. You'll also be someone with: Strong stakeholder management skills Strategy and planning experience, with adaptability (knowledge of agile methodology helpful) The ability to communicate with authority and influence Creativity in design and solutioning Integrity and a good knowledge of GDPR & data security Coaching skills You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
We are recruiting for a Senior Cyber Security Specialist here at City & Guilds. In this role you will lead and act as subject matter expert for computer and network threat intelligence, incident responses, investigations and vulnerability assessments that pertain to different types of cyber threats, including malware, data theft, denial of service, and data breaches. You will collaborate with a new Managed Detection Response (MDR) provider and be responsible to lead the development and integration of that service to deliver maximum value to the business in reducing cyber risk, cost, and efficiency. As SCSS, you will be a senior strategic lead, delivering cyber risk reduction by utilising a sound base of technical engineering skills and substantial business and project leadership experience through technology, business and third parties. You will need to be based in the UK working on a hybrid basis with a mix of home and office - but you do need to be within commutable distance from one of our City & Guilds hub offices. This appointment will be made on merit. We believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen and enriches us, and that it is the responsibility of everyone at the City & Guilds Group to drive this value. As ethnic minority groups and disabled people are currently under-represented within the Group, we particularly encourage and welcome applications from these communities. About the role You will be responsible to define and chart a multi-year strategy of success and foster effective relationship with IT and the wider business to pinpoint the underlying issues and create effective corrective and preventive measures. Our successful candidate will be self-driven in identifying opportunities, making recommendations and championing maturity initiatives to improve the posture and efficiency of the security operation. You must be comfortable and experienced in working and delivering successfully across the global environment and addressing complexities of obligations, regulations, legacy, and resistance to change. The working hours are core Mon-Fri UK hours; however, the service is provided globally and there will be some need for out of hours response in the case of major incidents and threat priorities where vital. The design of the service based on the use of an external 24/7 hybrid MDR aims to reduce the need for this, and it will be within the gift of the individual to optimise these arrangements. About you You should have extensive technical experience (plus 5 years) working with information security and/or technology in senior technical positions. You will bring substantive senior experience of managing technology and information security major incidents and demonstrable best practice. You will have an excellent knowledge of IT infrastructure (hardware, databases, operating systems, local area networks etc) and application architectures. You will be incredibly 'hands on' when needed and will be required to maintain a strategic overview of all project and related Security function activity. We need you to have a solid mix of technology and commercial skills, demonstrating critical thinking and problem-solving ability with a focus on business outcomes and efficiencies. You will provide thought leadership and be the recognised expert for your subject knowledge and skillset, enabling a strong contribution to scoping, solution design, configuration, and testing in a delivery capacity. Our successful candidate will have a detailed understanding of Security Infrastructure design and IT Security best practice. You will have excellent written and spoken communication skills with the ability to create, update and maintain network diagrams. As Senior Cyber Security Specialist, you will have a detailed knowledge of security products, SIEM, AV, security gateways, firewalls, load-balancers, ACLs, routing and switching. You should have a strong understanding of common IT protocols, infrastructure and systems. You will have extensive experience of technologies including but not limited to Firewalls, IPS & IDS, Active Directory, Windows Server, Linux, AWS, Vulnerability management and SIEM, DRM. We would expect you to have a familiarity with industry security standards such as NIST, Cyber Essentials, ISO27001 and GDPR. You should also have experience with internal/external Security and Governance audits.
May 05, 2024
Full time
We are recruiting for a Senior Cyber Security Specialist here at City & Guilds. In this role you will lead and act as subject matter expert for computer and network threat intelligence, incident responses, investigations and vulnerability assessments that pertain to different types of cyber threats, including malware, data theft, denial of service, and data breaches. You will collaborate with a new Managed Detection Response (MDR) provider and be responsible to lead the development and integration of that service to deliver maximum value to the business in reducing cyber risk, cost, and efficiency. As SCSS, you will be a senior strategic lead, delivering cyber risk reduction by utilising a sound base of technical engineering skills and substantial business and project leadership experience through technology, business and third parties. You will need to be based in the UK working on a hybrid basis with a mix of home and office - but you do need to be within commutable distance from one of our City & Guilds hub offices. This appointment will be made on merit. We believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen and enriches us, and that it is the responsibility of everyone at the City & Guilds Group to drive this value. As ethnic minority groups and disabled people are currently under-represented within the Group, we particularly encourage and welcome applications from these communities. About the role You will be responsible to define and chart a multi-year strategy of success and foster effective relationship with IT and the wider business to pinpoint the underlying issues and create effective corrective and preventive measures. Our successful candidate will be self-driven in identifying opportunities, making recommendations and championing maturity initiatives to improve the posture and efficiency of the security operation. You must be comfortable and experienced in working and delivering successfully across the global environment and addressing complexities of obligations, regulations, legacy, and resistance to change. The working hours are core Mon-Fri UK hours; however, the service is provided globally and there will be some need for out of hours response in the case of major incidents and threat priorities where vital. The design of the service based on the use of an external 24/7 hybrid MDR aims to reduce the need for this, and it will be within the gift of the individual to optimise these arrangements. About you You should have extensive technical experience (plus 5 years) working with information security and/or technology in senior technical positions. You will bring substantive senior experience of managing technology and information security major incidents and demonstrable best practice. You will have an excellent knowledge of IT infrastructure (hardware, databases, operating systems, local area networks etc) and application architectures. You will be incredibly 'hands on' when needed and will be required to maintain a strategic overview of all project and related Security function activity. We need you to have a solid mix of technology and commercial skills, demonstrating critical thinking and problem-solving ability with a focus on business outcomes and efficiencies. You will provide thought leadership and be the recognised expert for your subject knowledge and skillset, enabling a strong contribution to scoping, solution design, configuration, and testing in a delivery capacity. Our successful candidate will have a detailed understanding of Security Infrastructure design and IT Security best practice. You will have excellent written and spoken communication skills with the ability to create, update and maintain network diagrams. As Senior Cyber Security Specialist, you will have a detailed knowledge of security products, SIEM, AV, security gateways, firewalls, load-balancers, ACLs, routing and switching. You should have a strong understanding of common IT protocols, infrastructure and systems. You will have extensive experience of technologies including but not limited to Firewalls, IPS & IDS, Active Directory, Windows Server, Linux, AWS, Vulnerability management and SIEM, DRM. We would expect you to have a familiarity with industry security standards such as NIST, Cyber Essentials, ISO27001 and GDPR. You should also have experience with internal/external Security and Governance audits.
WHAT YOU'LL DO BCG is looking for a Senior Director level Enterprise Architect to pioneer the way forward on the use of GenAI across BCG to deliver world class insights and benefits to our clients, and, drive efficiencies and new ways of working within our internal support teams. The heart of this role is to lead and evolve the architectures(s) that enable our leading edge uses of GenAI with our consulting and internal teams, for today and for our future. You will be an expert in GenAI and AI with multiple year experience of the consulting industry, ideally you would also have extensive background in knowledge management. You will be great at working with consulting and knowledge teams and an amazing collaborator, finding new ways of working using GenAI. You will know how to design, scale and run solutions at scale for a global company with extensive experience of architecting solutions using modern paradigms including cloud, containers, APIS and AI development. YOU'RE GOOD AT Energising our people to set a vision and see the possibilities for efficiency, effectiveness of using GenAI Finding great answers to complex and ambiguous questions, connecting and across teams to collaboratively develop enterprise, platform and solution architectures. You will seek diverse views, and with a growth mindset considering both conventional and unconventional answers. You will be high energy, able to match the fast-changing tech landscape and business priorities. You will exhibit high levels of autonomy, experiences and capable in driving change in a global, matrix organisation. Rolling up your sleeves and "doing", pioneering the way forward and bring others along with you. You produce high-quality Enterprise Architecture arguments and supporting materials. You are adept at agreeing these at different levels in the organisation. You must be a brilliant storyteller and amazing at PowerPoint. You will be at ease and brilliant at presenting to anyone on our C-suite. Influencing and collaborating with others, especially solution architects and technical leaders across the organisation. You will be passionate at developing others through mentoring, coaching, and sharing knowledge. Applying modern methodologies such as Kanban, Scrum, Lean, Design/Product thinking and UI/UX to your work and encouraging others to adopt and use these methods. Your passion is technology. You will be highly knowledgeable and conversant with modern computing paradigms and relentless in your curiosity to learn and apply this to your work. You will demonstrate expertise in modern digital thinking including GenAI, AI, data architecture, domain driven design, APIs, microservices, cloud, cloud security and identity services on cloud. Optimising your own role and delivering results. You understand that architecture is part of a value stream where we need to play our part in being efficient to help increase velocity and reduce risk across the architecture team and the teams we work with. YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) 10+ years' experience leading architecture work. Ideally a blend of experience in development, solution and enterprise architecture with multiple years' experience of AI and real-world experience of the latest GenAI technologies. Your experience will include: Deep knowledge of AI and GenAI Multiple successful experiences of leading the development of AI or GenAI driven solutions. Preparing materials for, and presenting at, senior levels including C-Suite. You are an expert storyteller and produce amazing PowerPoint. Leading the development of business cases and then landing agreeing at C-suite investment boards with minimal supervision Highly effective at influencing in a highly matrixed organisation Expert knowledge of consulting, you are likely to have been a consultant in your past. YOU'LL WORK WITH You will be reporting to the BCG IT Executive Director for Enterprise Architecture and work in the central Enterprise Architecture team. You will be working very closely with our knowledge team. This is an individual contributor role and will be expected to develop strong and influential relationships to all the architects working in AI and GenAI across all of BCG including our leading edge GenAI development teams in BCG X
May 05, 2024
Full time
WHAT YOU'LL DO BCG is looking for a Senior Director level Enterprise Architect to pioneer the way forward on the use of GenAI across BCG to deliver world class insights and benefits to our clients, and, drive efficiencies and new ways of working within our internal support teams. The heart of this role is to lead and evolve the architectures(s) that enable our leading edge uses of GenAI with our consulting and internal teams, for today and for our future. You will be an expert in GenAI and AI with multiple year experience of the consulting industry, ideally you would also have extensive background in knowledge management. You will be great at working with consulting and knowledge teams and an amazing collaborator, finding new ways of working using GenAI. You will know how to design, scale and run solutions at scale for a global company with extensive experience of architecting solutions using modern paradigms including cloud, containers, APIS and AI development. YOU'RE GOOD AT Energising our people to set a vision and see the possibilities for efficiency, effectiveness of using GenAI Finding great answers to complex and ambiguous questions, connecting and across teams to collaboratively develop enterprise, platform and solution architectures. You will seek diverse views, and with a growth mindset considering both conventional and unconventional answers. You will be high energy, able to match the fast-changing tech landscape and business priorities. You will exhibit high levels of autonomy, experiences and capable in driving change in a global, matrix organisation. Rolling up your sleeves and "doing", pioneering the way forward and bring others along with you. You produce high-quality Enterprise Architecture arguments and supporting materials. You are adept at agreeing these at different levels in the organisation. You must be a brilliant storyteller and amazing at PowerPoint. You will be at ease and brilliant at presenting to anyone on our C-suite. Influencing and collaborating with others, especially solution architects and technical leaders across the organisation. You will be passionate at developing others through mentoring, coaching, and sharing knowledge. Applying modern methodologies such as Kanban, Scrum, Lean, Design/Product thinking and UI/UX to your work and encouraging others to adopt and use these methods. Your passion is technology. You will be highly knowledgeable and conversant with modern computing paradigms and relentless in your curiosity to learn and apply this to your work. You will demonstrate expertise in modern digital thinking including GenAI, AI, data architecture, domain driven design, APIs, microservices, cloud, cloud security and identity services on cloud. Optimising your own role and delivering results. You understand that architecture is part of a value stream where we need to play our part in being efficient to help increase velocity and reduce risk across the architecture team and the teams we work with. YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) 10+ years' experience leading architecture work. Ideally a blend of experience in development, solution and enterprise architecture with multiple years' experience of AI and real-world experience of the latest GenAI technologies. Your experience will include: Deep knowledge of AI and GenAI Multiple successful experiences of leading the development of AI or GenAI driven solutions. Preparing materials for, and presenting at, senior levels including C-Suite. You are an expert storyteller and produce amazing PowerPoint. Leading the development of business cases and then landing agreeing at C-suite investment boards with minimal supervision Highly effective at influencing in a highly matrixed organisation Expert knowledge of consulting, you are likely to have been a consultant in your past. YOU'LL WORK WITH You will be reporting to the BCG IT Executive Director for Enterprise Architecture and work in the central Enterprise Architecture team. You will be working very closely with our knowledge team. This is an individual contributor role and will be expected to develop strong and influential relationships to all the architects working in AI and GenAI across all of BCG including our leading edge GenAI development teams in BCG X
Welcome to Hastings Direct - From our Group HR Director Pam Angel We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the click apply for full job details
May 05, 2024
Full time
Welcome to Hastings Direct - From our Group HR Director Pam Angel We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the click apply for full job details
Account Sourcing Director page is loaded Account Sourcing Director Apply remote type Remote locations London, GBR time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id REQ351905 JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally. What this job involves The Client Sourcing Director (CSD) role will manage a portfolio of client accounts and be the key interface with the account management. The CSD will line manage 4-5 Account Sourcing Managers and be accountable for the delivery of sourcing targets within their area of responsibility. Responsible for management and performance of all strategic sourcing and procurement related activities for specific client requirements across the portfolio under management (includes all service lines as required). Accountable for implementation of strategic client accounts and pursuits, procurement planning, RFP management, bid analysis and recommendations, liaison with client governance teams for Contract approvals, Savings reporting, documentation and compliance. Manage team and stakeholders to ensure that scope of services/service level agreements are in place (collaboration with Account Manager, Facilities Managers, Operations Team and client contacts as appropriate). To track budget / savings from tenders / process re-design / negotiation initiatives and provide monthly/ Quarterly reports to Sourcing & Procurement Leadership To ensure that all vendor details and files are complete and immediately updated with notified changes and actively monitor and document any changes required to the vendor contracts. To manage framework relationships with JLL preferred suppliers. Review performance as outlined in the framework agreements. Transformation activities are supported by the team including audits, reports and actions. Gather knowledge on Market & Country intelligence, report information through the Knowledge Centre As required support the new business through Solutions Development with country/ regional knowledge and potential site visits. Assist in bid supplier solutions/ strategies Developing the Supply Chain to meet the business and client needs, strengthening the capabilities for opportunities of partnership and B2B. Develop team and give Training / guidance / support on the Sourcing & Procurement Strategic Sourcing activities, ensure understanding in the tools, systems, regulations, country/ regional practices are available. Leading Saves/ innovation summits by category within country Ensure Policies and procedures on the accounts relate to the appropriate country operations and practices. That they are reviewed annually and are current. Ensure Sourcing & Procurement Account Sourcing Managers develop and implement Sourcing plans for their client/country/region. Interested? An ideal candidate would need to have the following qualifications Desired experience and technical skills 5 to 10 years in similar position Excellent inter-personal, communication and negotiation skills Excellent numerical and commercial acumen Strong analytical ability required Strong written and verbal English language skills, additional WE language preferred/required Deep understanding of IFM services and supplier environment Sourcing procedures and protocols - particularly for service contracts Experience working with suppliers across the EMEA region Hold a business management or related degree MCIPS or Country Equivalent preferable. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! Location: Remote -London, GBR If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! If you require any changes to the application process, please email or call + 44 ( 0 ) to contact one of our team members to discuss how to best support you throughout the process. Please note, the contact details provided are to discuss or request for adjustments to be made to the hiring process. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL. JLL Privacy Notice Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL's recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely. For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement . For additional details please see our career site pages for each country. For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action policy here . Similar Jobs (4) Client Sourcing Director remote type On-site locations London, GBR time type Full time posted on Posted 7 Days Ago Account Sourcing Manager remote type Remote locations London, GBR time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Account Sourcing Manager remote type On-site locations 2 Locations time type Full time posted on Posted 17 Days Ago Activate your Personal Job Alerts now and receive opportunities as soon as they are advertised. At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world. For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit .
May 05, 2024
Full time
Account Sourcing Director page is loaded Account Sourcing Director Apply remote type Remote locations London, GBR time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id REQ351905 JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally. What this job involves The Client Sourcing Director (CSD) role will manage a portfolio of client accounts and be the key interface with the account management. The CSD will line manage 4-5 Account Sourcing Managers and be accountable for the delivery of sourcing targets within their area of responsibility. Responsible for management and performance of all strategic sourcing and procurement related activities for specific client requirements across the portfolio under management (includes all service lines as required). Accountable for implementation of strategic client accounts and pursuits, procurement planning, RFP management, bid analysis and recommendations, liaison with client governance teams for Contract approvals, Savings reporting, documentation and compliance. Manage team and stakeholders to ensure that scope of services/service level agreements are in place (collaboration with Account Manager, Facilities Managers, Operations Team and client contacts as appropriate). To track budget / savings from tenders / process re-design / negotiation initiatives and provide monthly/ Quarterly reports to Sourcing & Procurement Leadership To ensure that all vendor details and files are complete and immediately updated with notified changes and actively monitor and document any changes required to the vendor contracts. To manage framework relationships with JLL preferred suppliers. Review performance as outlined in the framework agreements. Transformation activities are supported by the team including audits, reports and actions. Gather knowledge on Market & Country intelligence, report information through the Knowledge Centre As required support the new business through Solutions Development with country/ regional knowledge and potential site visits. Assist in bid supplier solutions/ strategies Developing the Supply Chain to meet the business and client needs, strengthening the capabilities for opportunities of partnership and B2B. Develop team and give Training / guidance / support on the Sourcing & Procurement Strategic Sourcing activities, ensure understanding in the tools, systems, regulations, country/ regional practices are available. Leading Saves/ innovation summits by category within country Ensure Policies and procedures on the accounts relate to the appropriate country operations and practices. That they are reviewed annually and are current. Ensure Sourcing & Procurement Account Sourcing Managers develop and implement Sourcing plans for their client/country/region. Interested? An ideal candidate would need to have the following qualifications Desired experience and technical skills 5 to 10 years in similar position Excellent inter-personal, communication and negotiation skills Excellent numerical and commercial acumen Strong analytical ability required Strong written and verbal English language skills, additional WE language preferred/required Deep understanding of IFM services and supplier environment Sourcing procedures and protocols - particularly for service contracts Experience working with suppliers across the EMEA region Hold a business management or related degree MCIPS or Country Equivalent preferable. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! Location: Remote -London, GBR If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! If you require any changes to the application process, please email or call + 44 ( 0 ) to contact one of our team members to discuss how to best support you throughout the process. Please note, the contact details provided are to discuss or request for adjustments to be made to the hiring process. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL. JLL Privacy Notice Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL's recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely. For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement . For additional details please see our career site pages for each country. For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action policy here . Similar Jobs (4) Client Sourcing Director remote type On-site locations London, GBR time type Full time posted on Posted 7 Days Ago Account Sourcing Manager remote type Remote locations London, GBR time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Account Sourcing Manager remote type On-site locations 2 Locations time type Full time posted on Posted 17 Days Ago Activate your Personal Job Alerts now and receive opportunities as soon as they are advertised. At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world. For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit .
Role: Maintenance Helpdesk Supervisor - Property Location: Manchester Salary: 30,000 to 33,000 per anum / Potential for Hybrid working. We are recruiting for a Maintenance Helpdesk Supervisor to join a fast-growing, people focused and tech savvy Property Management Company. This exciting role will lead and manage the property maintenance team and liaise with contractors to ensure the smooth running of the maintenance department. People management experience is essential alongside experience of working in the Property Maintenance sector or a Facilities Management background. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast growing and fresh thinking, tech savvy property company. Role Overview The Maintenance Helpdesk Supervisor is responsible for leading the helpdesk team to ensure the smooth running of the maintenance helpdesk. Day to day management of the Facilities Management helpdesk Coordinators Oversee and support on all maintenance and troubleshooting of all reactive tasks, logged via phone, email and portal. Use the PSL to identify and assign contractors and external vendors to maintenance jobs, while leading the team to ensure the monitoring of performance and quality of service. Undertake regular reviews of call stats, maintenance reporting and trends. Continuously review the current preferred supplier list and schedule of rates Work closely with the maintenance contractors to assist with any queries. Provide weekly and monthly updates on maintenance workflows to the Senior Facilities Manager & Director of Assets and Property Management Drive customer service excellence through communication with tenants. Complete ongoing training and upskilling of the helpdesk team. . Oversee wider business Facilities Management contracts including Laundry, Cleaning, Grounds maintenance. . Undertake Contractor Reviews with Compliance team and Senior FM Manager Management of insurance Claims Experience and Qualifications Experience of Managing a team is Essential. Experience of building strong working relationships with internal and external people / departments is required ie; tenants, contractors, colleagues (preferably in a facilities background) Technical facilities management knowledge within residential property or similar industry sector is highly desirable. Ability to effectively manage time and workload, successfully multitask and meet deadlines. Confident with IT systems, ability to effectively use Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for data entry, produce reports and project work. Excellent written and oral communication skills Passionate about delivering excellent customer service. Company Benefits Opportunity to join an exciting growing property company with vast expansion plans. Potential for future career progression Enhanced Pension 25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays Private health cover Learning and Development Opportunities Employee wellness programmes Company Events Employee Assistance Programme APPLY NOW! Please note due to the number of applications we receive; we will only contact candidates that match the brief for this role. If you are not contacted, please take this as you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Hesketh James Recruitment are the managing agent for this role on behalf of the client. In order to ensure your enquiry with regards to this position is dealt with quickly, please send in an up-to-date copy of your Curriculum Vitae in a Word Document format.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Role: Maintenance Helpdesk Supervisor - Property Location: Manchester Salary: 30,000 to 33,000 per anum / Potential for Hybrid working. We are recruiting for a Maintenance Helpdesk Supervisor to join a fast-growing, people focused and tech savvy Property Management Company. This exciting role will lead and manage the property maintenance team and liaise with contractors to ensure the smooth running of the maintenance department. People management experience is essential alongside experience of working in the Property Maintenance sector or a Facilities Management background. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast growing and fresh thinking, tech savvy property company. Role Overview The Maintenance Helpdesk Supervisor is responsible for leading the helpdesk team to ensure the smooth running of the maintenance helpdesk. Day to day management of the Facilities Management helpdesk Coordinators Oversee and support on all maintenance and troubleshooting of all reactive tasks, logged via phone, email and portal. Use the PSL to identify and assign contractors and external vendors to maintenance jobs, while leading the team to ensure the monitoring of performance and quality of service. Undertake regular reviews of call stats, maintenance reporting and trends. Continuously review the current preferred supplier list and schedule of rates Work closely with the maintenance contractors to assist with any queries. Provide weekly and monthly updates on maintenance workflows to the Senior Facilities Manager & Director of Assets and Property Management Drive customer service excellence through communication with tenants. Complete ongoing training and upskilling of the helpdesk team. . Oversee wider business Facilities Management contracts including Laundry, Cleaning, Grounds maintenance. . Undertake Contractor Reviews with Compliance team and Senior FM Manager Management of insurance Claims Experience and Qualifications Experience of Managing a team is Essential. Experience of building strong working relationships with internal and external people / departments is required ie; tenants, contractors, colleagues (preferably in a facilities background) Technical facilities management knowledge within residential property or similar industry sector is highly desirable. Ability to effectively manage time and workload, successfully multitask and meet deadlines. Confident with IT systems, ability to effectively use Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for data entry, produce reports and project work. Excellent written and oral communication skills Passionate about delivering excellent customer service. Company Benefits Opportunity to join an exciting growing property company with vast expansion plans. Potential for future career progression Enhanced Pension 25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays Private health cover Learning and Development Opportunities Employee wellness programmes Company Events Employee Assistance Programme APPLY NOW! Please note due to the number of applications we receive; we will only contact candidates that match the brief for this role. If you are not contacted, please take this as you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Hesketh James Recruitment are the managing agent for this role on behalf of the client. In order to ensure your enquiry with regards to this position is dealt with quickly, please send in an up-to-date copy of your Curriculum Vitae in a Word Document format.
Product Portfolio Manager Salary: Competitive + eligible for 10% bonus per annum Location: Basingstoke - Hybrid working Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Full Time - 36.5 hrs per week The Vacancy We are looking for a Product Portfolio Manager to join our growing Innovation team within our Currency division. A new role, reporting into the Product Strategy Director and working closely with Product Management, this will drive the strategic alignment of the product portfolio in an evolving market context. To achieve this, the role holder will manage the comprehensive view of the portfolio that the company can offer in order to balance and prioritise future areas of focus. They will manage the product portfolio processes, evaluating both the market and internal drivers to identify trends, risks and opportunities. Key Responsibilities Portfolio Strategy Ensure portfolio alignment to strategic goals Provide clear logic and rationale to support recommendations and highlight options available to the business, with risks, costs and consequences of selecting those projects Portfolio Management Accountable for supporting a structured product roadmap, as guided by the Portfolio Review Committee (PRC), that maintains a balance of differentiation, innovation, incremental improvements, cost savings, design for manufacture, IP and risk Use metrics and data visualisation effectively to report portfolio performance and support decision-making at the team or organisational level Work closely with Product, Security Features Development and New Product Introduction teams to coordinate the commercial aspects of the projects (business cases, market testing, impact and rationale, financial plans etc) Administration of the Project Approval Committee (PAC) to manage ongoing projects and ensure they deliver to both market and internal requirements. Market Dynamics (Market insight & needs) Gather, evaluate and visualise customer insight such as segment trends, buying behaviours etc Monitor competitive intelligence and analyse financials, performance, activities, product offering and capabilities Evaluate the market potential and alignment of the current product portfolio, using knowledge of technical, product, customer and competitor trends. Interpret uptake trends and analysis in the context of the Product Portfolio This is a fantastic opportunity to take a sidestep from a standard Product Manager position, if you're looking to step into a broader role or if you have a strong strategic acumen. We feel it would also be suited to someone working in strategy looking to move into a more action taking role. There is also the opportunity for some mentorship and guidance should a graduate or Analyst have the right basic skill set required and shows an interest in progressing. Skills, Qualifications & Experience Strong communicator, able to consolidate information to the core of the matter Teamwork and collaborative approach across the Currency functions Analytical and critical thinking, with aptitude for strategic planning Data driven with strong Excel and Power BI analysis skills Business acumen, able to understand business implications of technical projects Organised and able to prioritise and balance conflicting demands Market awareness and technical familiarity with similar products and manufacturing processes (desirable) This position is located in Basingstoke, UK but we are offering hybrid working with a number of days in the office and at home. These can be flexible, however standard office days are Tues - Thurs. To be eligible for consideration, you must be authorised to work in the UK without company sponsorship. About De La Rue De La Rue's purpose is securing trust between people, businesses, and governments. We operate across six continents to provide highly secure physical and digital solutions to 140 countries. As an authentication and currency provider we are the trusted partner of choice for governments, central banks and businesses seeking to secure their global supply chains and cash cycles. De La Rue Currency is the only fully integrated provider of polymer substrate, security features and banknotes. In collaboration with central banks, we have enabled new banknote launches under every range of situation and our banknotes successfully circulate in all environments across the Americas, Asia, Africa & Europe. We also have the largest banknote design team and one of the most diverse currency portfolios in the world, meaning the banknotes we product meet the aesthetic, functional, budgetary and security needs of an individual printing works or central bank. Benefits Eligible for the Company's annual incentive scheme Hybrid working opportunities 26 days annual leave + bank holidays Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our Annual Leave Flexibility Scheme Contributory pension scheme (De La Rue pay 1.5x the employee's contribution up to a maximum of 9%) Life assurance - 4x your annual salary Private health insurance - No cost for single cover, subsidised rates for additional dependant cover Sharesave Scheme - opportunity to buy shares in De La Rue Cycle to Work Scheme Subsidised Gym Memberships Various other perks and Employee Assistance packages Enhanced family friendly policies Please note that applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and therefore interviews may be held prior to the closing date for this vacancy. Join the Team We want to work with people like you from all backgrounds and experiences, to help us gain a diverse workforce with a broad outlook and sharp expertise. We are looking for people unafraid to go that extra mile, bringing with them unique characteristics and abilities. Show us you have what it takes and we'll reward you with a great place to work alongside other great people. Global business, global people. We think De La Rue is an amazing place to work. But don't just take our word for it.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Product Portfolio Manager Salary: Competitive + eligible for 10% bonus per annum Location: Basingstoke - Hybrid working Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Full Time - 36.5 hrs per week The Vacancy We are looking for a Product Portfolio Manager to join our growing Innovation team within our Currency division. A new role, reporting into the Product Strategy Director and working closely with Product Management, this will drive the strategic alignment of the product portfolio in an evolving market context. To achieve this, the role holder will manage the comprehensive view of the portfolio that the company can offer in order to balance and prioritise future areas of focus. They will manage the product portfolio processes, evaluating both the market and internal drivers to identify trends, risks and opportunities. Key Responsibilities Portfolio Strategy Ensure portfolio alignment to strategic goals Provide clear logic and rationale to support recommendations and highlight options available to the business, with risks, costs and consequences of selecting those projects Portfolio Management Accountable for supporting a structured product roadmap, as guided by the Portfolio Review Committee (PRC), that maintains a balance of differentiation, innovation, incremental improvements, cost savings, design for manufacture, IP and risk Use metrics and data visualisation effectively to report portfolio performance and support decision-making at the team or organisational level Work closely with Product, Security Features Development and New Product Introduction teams to coordinate the commercial aspects of the projects (business cases, market testing, impact and rationale, financial plans etc) Administration of the Project Approval Committee (PAC) to manage ongoing projects and ensure they deliver to both market and internal requirements. Market Dynamics (Market insight & needs) Gather, evaluate and visualise customer insight such as segment trends, buying behaviours etc Monitor competitive intelligence and analyse financials, performance, activities, product offering and capabilities Evaluate the market potential and alignment of the current product portfolio, using knowledge of technical, product, customer and competitor trends. Interpret uptake trends and analysis in the context of the Product Portfolio This is a fantastic opportunity to take a sidestep from a standard Product Manager position, if you're looking to step into a broader role or if you have a strong strategic acumen. We feel it would also be suited to someone working in strategy looking to move into a more action taking role. There is also the opportunity for some mentorship and guidance should a graduate or Analyst have the right basic skill set required and shows an interest in progressing. Skills, Qualifications & Experience Strong communicator, able to consolidate information to the core of the matter Teamwork and collaborative approach across the Currency functions Analytical and critical thinking, with aptitude for strategic planning Data driven with strong Excel and Power BI analysis skills Business acumen, able to understand business implications of technical projects Organised and able to prioritise and balance conflicting demands Market awareness and technical familiarity with similar products and manufacturing processes (desirable) This position is located in Basingstoke, UK but we are offering hybrid working with a number of days in the office and at home. These can be flexible, however standard office days are Tues - Thurs. To be eligible for consideration, you must be authorised to work in the UK without company sponsorship. About De La Rue De La Rue's purpose is securing trust between people, businesses, and governments. We operate across six continents to provide highly secure physical and digital solutions to 140 countries. As an authentication and currency provider we are the trusted partner of choice for governments, central banks and businesses seeking to secure their global supply chains and cash cycles. De La Rue Currency is the only fully integrated provider of polymer substrate, security features and banknotes. In collaboration with central banks, we have enabled new banknote launches under every range of situation and our banknotes successfully circulate in all environments across the Americas, Asia, Africa & Europe. We also have the largest banknote design team and one of the most diverse currency portfolios in the world, meaning the banknotes we product meet the aesthetic, functional, budgetary and security needs of an individual printing works or central bank. Benefits Eligible for the Company's annual incentive scheme Hybrid working opportunities 26 days annual leave + bank holidays Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our Annual Leave Flexibility Scheme Contributory pension scheme (De La Rue pay 1.5x the employee's contribution up to a maximum of 9%) Life assurance - 4x your annual salary Private health insurance - No cost for single cover, subsidised rates for additional dependant cover Sharesave Scheme - opportunity to buy shares in De La Rue Cycle to Work Scheme Subsidised Gym Memberships Various other perks and Employee Assistance packages Enhanced family friendly policies Please note that applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and therefore interviews may be held prior to the closing date for this vacancy. Join the Team We want to work with people like you from all backgrounds and experiences, to help us gain a diverse workforce with a broad outlook and sharp expertise. We are looking for people unafraid to go that extra mile, bringing with them unique characteristics and abilities. Show us you have what it takes and we'll reward you with a great place to work alongside other great people. Global business, global people. We think De La Rue is an amazing place to work. But don't just take our word for it.
Your new companyYour new job as a Construction Client Service Director will be working for a specialist Independent Lloyd's Insurance Broker with offices based around the UK to include the City, Watford and the Southeast who provide, unparallel services to meet client demands and needs. They have more than 100 staff across the offices and are looking to expand that number further. Due to substantial growth within the Construction team a position for a Construction Client Service Director with UK Construction ( CAR) and related risks has arisen. Your new role Your new role will be working as Construction Client Service Director based within their London offices will be hybrid working 3 days in the office, (the rest from home) . You will be responsible for fully servicing a book of Construction clients, as well as try to encourage growth plans for your allocated client portfolio by cross selling new and renewal business. Dealing with your clients from inception to completion alongside Account Executives and Account Handlers. Your new role will also include developing and enhancing relationships with key insurers and underwriters and work closely with the other divisions in forging long-term relationships with existing and new clients. This role will also include advising on existing products. This is an all-encompassing Client Director role which is very client centric and will require your Technical and Account management experience to work as part of an established Construction team in looking after your allocated clients and helping to grow the business, What you'll need to succeed Your previous experience working as a Senior Construction Account Executive or Client Director with CAR experience will contribute to your success in securing this role. Experience of working to multiple priorities and working across a range of tasks Educated to Good standards ( i.e. A Level or equivalent) or enough experience in a previous role to demonstrate suitable skills and ideally minimum Cert CII qualified. PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE EXPERIENCE IN HANDLING UK CONSTRUCTION ( CAR) EXPERIENCE WITHIN AN INSURANCE BROKER OR LLOYD'S BROKER AS AN ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE OR CLIENT DIRECTOR What you'll get in return Flexible working options available.You'll be offered a competitive salary of up to c£80,000 + Bonus and Benefits depending on experience you'll receive support from both directors your colleagues and management. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion 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
Your new companyYour new job as a Construction Client Service Director will be working for a specialist Independent Lloyd's Insurance Broker with offices based around the UK to include the City, Watford and the Southeast who provide, unparallel services to meet client demands and needs. They have more than 100 staff across the offices and are looking to expand that number further. Due to substantial growth within the Construction team a position for a Construction Client Service Director with UK Construction ( CAR) and related risks has arisen. Your new role Your new role will be working as Construction Client Service Director based within their London offices will be hybrid working 3 days in the office, (the rest from home) . You will be responsible for fully servicing a book of Construction clients, as well as try to encourage growth plans for your allocated client portfolio by cross selling new and renewal business. Dealing with your clients from inception to completion alongside Account Executives and Account Handlers. Your new role will also include developing and enhancing relationships with key insurers and underwriters and work closely with the other divisions in forging long-term relationships with existing and new clients. This role will also include advising on existing products. This is an all-encompassing Client Director role which is very client centric and will require your Technical and Account management experience to work as part of an established Construction team in looking after your allocated clients and helping to grow the business, What you'll need to succeed Your previous experience working as a Senior Construction Account Executive or Client Director with CAR experience will contribute to your success in securing this role. Experience of working to multiple priorities and working across a range of tasks Educated to Good standards ( i.e. A Level or equivalent) or enough experience in a previous role to demonstrate suitable skills and ideally minimum Cert CII qualified. PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE EXPERIENCE IN HANDLING UK CONSTRUCTION ( CAR) EXPERIENCE WITHIN AN INSURANCE BROKER OR LLOYD'S BROKER AS AN ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE OR CLIENT DIRECTOR What you'll get in return Flexible working options available.You'll be offered a competitive salary of up to c£80,000 + Bonus and Benefits depending on experience you'll receive support from both directors your colleagues and management. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion 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
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Project Manager to join a leading UK Tier 1 Main Contractor in Birmingham. Schemes can average between £2MIL - £50MIL across multiple sectors including, Leisure, MOJ, Defence Education, Healthcare and Commercial The role Reporting to the Project Director, leading a large refurbishment scheme in Coventry. Responsibilities:- Be responsible and accountable for providing best practice project management leadership to ensure the safe, successful, cost efficient and timely delivery of projects. Provide effective risk management and problem resolution, whilst leading from the front. Accountability is key to this role. To deliver a quality service and product to our clients in line with the project goals by working collaboratively with the professional team and applying company systems, procedures and culture. To ensure adequate resources for the assigned projects, ensuring appropriate levels of skill, focusing heavily on Design Management, Procurement, Installation, Commissioning and Handover. Development of team members skillsets, providing coaching and personal mentoring, whilst facilitating skills transference across the project teams to develop their recruitment, selection and resourcing capability. To provide guidance, risk management and management of client team expectations through early identification of issues through project reporting, project meetings and any means necessary to ensure a transparent and professional delivery. To proactively set health & safety standards and culture for all assigned projects and to take appropriate action where necessary to reduce safety risk. Key Skills Winning Work Effective Resourcing Project Set-Up and Close-Out Best Practice Health & Safety Quality Project Reporting Effective Risk Management People and Relationship Management Education and Experience Degree Qualified / Relevant Trade / Technical /MCIOB To be able to nurture both existing and new client and consultant relationships To take full ownership of active tender proposals including managing the process Select the team and develop job winning strategies at tender stage To have previously held a Project Manager role for at least 3 years Manage a large team providing direction and guidance for project success Hold close supply chain relationships and leverage them during job delivery Oversee the PDR process of the site team to aid and improve performance of team members Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.
May 05, 2024
Full time
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Project Manager to join a leading UK Tier 1 Main Contractor in Birmingham. Schemes can average between £2MIL - £50MIL across multiple sectors including, Leisure, MOJ, Defence Education, Healthcare and Commercial The role Reporting to the Project Director, leading a large refurbishment scheme in Coventry. Responsibilities:- Be responsible and accountable for providing best practice project management leadership to ensure the safe, successful, cost efficient and timely delivery of projects. Provide effective risk management and problem resolution, whilst leading from the front. Accountability is key to this role. To deliver a quality service and product to our clients in line with the project goals by working collaboratively with the professional team and applying company systems, procedures and culture. To ensure adequate resources for the assigned projects, ensuring appropriate levels of skill, focusing heavily on Design Management, Procurement, Installation, Commissioning and Handover. Development of team members skillsets, providing coaching and personal mentoring, whilst facilitating skills transference across the project teams to develop their recruitment, selection and resourcing capability. To provide guidance, risk management and management of client team expectations through early identification of issues through project reporting, project meetings and any means necessary to ensure a transparent and professional delivery. To proactively set health & safety standards and culture for all assigned projects and to take appropriate action where necessary to reduce safety risk. Key Skills Winning Work Effective Resourcing Project Set-Up and Close-Out Best Practice Health & Safety Quality Project Reporting Effective Risk Management People and Relationship Management Education and Experience Degree Qualified / Relevant Trade / Technical /MCIOB To be able to nurture both existing and new client and consultant relationships To take full ownership of active tender proposals including managing the process Select the team and develop job winning strategies at tender stage To have previously held a Project Manager role for at least 3 years Manage a large team providing direction and guidance for project success Hold close supply chain relationships and leverage them during job delivery Oversee the PDR process of the site team to aid and improve performance of team members Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.
Senior Architectural Technologist required to join an award-winning regional AJ100 Architectural Practice located in the heart of Leeds City Centre in a delightful landmark studio with expansive views across the city! Our client are a dedicated team of 200+ enthusiastic individuals that care about creating places that foster human connection while adding commercial, civic, environmental, and social value to all the projects they undertake. Their portfolio is hugely expansive across the following core sectors - City Living, Mixed Use, Leisure, Commercial workplace, Education, Industrial, MOD estates, Bluelight & Healthcare! Current project demands are city centre living high rise residential, Masterplanning and net zero commercial office developments. As Senior Architectural Technologist you will be responsible for supporting projects through all RIBA stages and building and maintaining excellent relationships with colleagues, clients, contractors, and Local Authorities. If you are looking to develop your career in a friendly, collaborative and creative environment with a business committed to its people this is the role for you. The Leeds studio proudly promotes continuous development and build teams around people needs. Moreover, they successfully coordinate CIAT certification via a mentoring scheme which will really benefit career and professional development if you are not already MCIAT! Senior Architectural Technologist Responsibilities: Provide high quality technical drawings and supporting technical information in compliance with the practices Quality Management procedures. Where identified as Project Manager , ensure the efficient delivery of the technical services identified in the project brief, to the agreed deadlines & within budget. Maintain a competent working knowledge of current and pending legislation affecting the production of technical information and ensure compliant with relevant Building Regulations, Building Bulletins and Health and Safety guidance in relation to managing projects. Manage the production of detailed design drawings, working drawings, schedules, and specifications, 2D and 3D drawings in either CAD or BIM where relevant. Arrange project reviews to assist with resolving technical issues as they arise. Ensure clear understanding of Appointment Documents & Scope of Services. Notify the Directors of potential PI claims or issues that require their review. Assist with the mentoring of junior members of the technical team on all aspects of technical delivery. We want to hear from you if you have the skills and qualifications listed below: HNC/HND in a related discipline or can demonstrate significant relevant experience. Membership of CIAT or working towards chartered status. Proven record of accomplishment of delivering multiple projects listed above. Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit and SketchUp. Ability to manage workload effectively, make clear decisions and meet tight deadlines. Evidence of building and maintaining working relationships with clients, contractors, team members, colleagues and third parties. What you will get in return: People are at the heart of what our client does They offer a competitive salary between 42,000- 48,000 and a benefits package that promotes a work-life balance and supports your professional development needs. Life assurance, bonus scheme, Cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Program, Healthcare Cashback scheme, gym discounts, hybrid working opportunities, regular social activities plus more are among some of the benefits on offer. Interested, please contact James Jackson for further details (phone number removed)
May 05, 2024
Full time
Senior Architectural Technologist required to join an award-winning regional AJ100 Architectural Practice located in the heart of Leeds City Centre in a delightful landmark studio with expansive views across the city! Our client are a dedicated team of 200+ enthusiastic individuals that care about creating places that foster human connection while adding commercial, civic, environmental, and social value to all the projects they undertake. Their portfolio is hugely expansive across the following core sectors - City Living, Mixed Use, Leisure, Commercial workplace, Education, Industrial, MOD estates, Bluelight & Healthcare! Current project demands are city centre living high rise residential, Masterplanning and net zero commercial office developments. As Senior Architectural Technologist you will be responsible for supporting projects through all RIBA stages and building and maintaining excellent relationships with colleagues, clients, contractors, and Local Authorities. If you are looking to develop your career in a friendly, collaborative and creative environment with a business committed to its people this is the role for you. The Leeds studio proudly promotes continuous development and build teams around people needs. Moreover, they successfully coordinate CIAT certification via a mentoring scheme which will really benefit career and professional development if you are not already MCIAT! Senior Architectural Technologist Responsibilities: Provide high quality technical drawings and supporting technical information in compliance with the practices Quality Management procedures. Where identified as Project Manager , ensure the efficient delivery of the technical services identified in the project brief, to the agreed deadlines & within budget. Maintain a competent working knowledge of current and pending legislation affecting the production of technical information and ensure compliant with relevant Building Regulations, Building Bulletins and Health and Safety guidance in relation to managing projects. Manage the production of detailed design drawings, working drawings, schedules, and specifications, 2D and 3D drawings in either CAD or BIM where relevant. Arrange project reviews to assist with resolving technical issues as they arise. Ensure clear understanding of Appointment Documents & Scope of Services. Notify the Directors of potential PI claims or issues that require their review. Assist with the mentoring of junior members of the technical team on all aspects of technical delivery. We want to hear from you if you have the skills and qualifications listed below: HNC/HND in a related discipline or can demonstrate significant relevant experience. Membership of CIAT or working towards chartered status. Proven record of accomplishment of delivering multiple projects listed above. Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit and SketchUp. Ability to manage workload effectively, make clear decisions and meet tight deadlines. Evidence of building and maintaining working relationships with clients, contractors, team members, colleagues and third parties. What you will get in return: People are at the heart of what our client does They offer a competitive salary between 42,000- 48,000 and a benefits package that promotes a work-life balance and supports your professional development needs. Life assurance, bonus scheme, Cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Program, Healthcare Cashback scheme, gym discounts, hybrid working opportunities, regular social activities plus more are among some of the benefits on offer. Interested, please contact James Jackson for further details (phone number removed)
Senior Project Manager role: You will report directly to the Project Director or Contracts Manager and your role will be to manage the design, construction, commissioning and putting to work of contracts to ensure they are completed in the most efficient manner to the specification, within the time required and within the tender estimate without risk to the health and safety of all concerned while ensuring good customer satisfaction. You can be based out of the Hampton or Walthamstow Offices (option for Hybrid working). Benefits: Hybrid Working (Jobs needs dependent) Car/car allowance (Jobs needs dependent) 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme Life Assurance Health Insurance Private Medical Insurance And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, Kids Pass etc Senior Project Manager will be responsible for: Plan, manage, and oversee water sector projects from inception to completion, ensuring they meet budget, schedule, and quality specifications. Develop and implement project execution plans (PEPs). Secure and manage resources, including personnel, subcontractors, and materials. Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations. Maintain strong client relationships and manage expectations. Oversee project documentation and ensure completion of all records. Track project progress and report to senior management. Ensuring that all site non-conformities are reported, and approximate costs identified. Ensure all commercial aspects of the project are managed in a timely and proactive way giving accurate forecast and estimates. Ensuring that sufficient trained personnel are available for the project and that they are aware of their individual responsibilities. Ensuring that appropriately detailed construction plans and method statements are prepared, in place and approved prior to commencement of activities. Understanding and implementing the quality, safety and environmental policies and targets Being aware of the need to satisfy customer requirements with the aim of enhancing the customers' perception and satisfaction. Maintain an appropriate practical knowledge and appreciation of all technical disciplines associated with delivering water and waste water design and build projects. The successful Senior Project Manage r: Project Management experience in managing multi-disciplinary design and construction projects, ideally within the water industry although experience from other regulated Process sectors will certainly be considered. Degree or equivalent qualification in a construction, commercial, or engineering related discipline. Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or equivalent Excellent oral and written communicator with the ability to work in close partnership with clients, stakeholders, and end users. Must be delivery driven with the ability to set targets and manage and motivate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver to time, cost and quality objectives. Strategic, operational, technical and management skills Knowledge of Construction Contracts, ideally NEC and/or IChemE, with ability to negotiate and administer Risk & Opportunity Management experience Working knowledge of CDM and construction Health & Safety Desirable: Experience in water and waste water treatment plants Chartered with and engineering, commercial, or construction institution NEC Project Manager Accreditation If you are interested in the above Senior Project Manager role, please click the 'apply now' button. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven't heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. For more opportunities please take a look at our website.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Senior Project Manager role: You will report directly to the Project Director or Contracts Manager and your role will be to manage the design, construction, commissioning and putting to work of contracts to ensure they are completed in the most efficient manner to the specification, within the time required and within the tender estimate without risk to the health and safety of all concerned while ensuring good customer satisfaction. You can be based out of the Hampton or Walthamstow Offices (option for Hybrid working). Benefits: Hybrid Working (Jobs needs dependent) Car/car allowance (Jobs needs dependent) 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme Life Assurance Health Insurance Private Medical Insurance And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, Kids Pass etc Senior Project Manager will be responsible for: Plan, manage, and oversee water sector projects from inception to completion, ensuring they meet budget, schedule, and quality specifications. Develop and implement project execution plans (PEPs). Secure and manage resources, including personnel, subcontractors, and materials. Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations. Maintain strong client relationships and manage expectations. Oversee project documentation and ensure completion of all records. Track project progress and report to senior management. Ensuring that all site non-conformities are reported, and approximate costs identified. Ensure all commercial aspects of the project are managed in a timely and proactive way giving accurate forecast and estimates. Ensuring that sufficient trained personnel are available for the project and that they are aware of their individual responsibilities. Ensuring that appropriately detailed construction plans and method statements are prepared, in place and approved prior to commencement of activities. Understanding and implementing the quality, safety and environmental policies and targets Being aware of the need to satisfy customer requirements with the aim of enhancing the customers' perception and satisfaction. Maintain an appropriate practical knowledge and appreciation of all technical disciplines associated with delivering water and waste water design and build projects. The successful Senior Project Manage r: Project Management experience in managing multi-disciplinary design and construction projects, ideally within the water industry although experience from other regulated Process sectors will certainly be considered. Degree or equivalent qualification in a construction, commercial, or engineering related discipline. Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or equivalent Excellent oral and written communicator with the ability to work in close partnership with clients, stakeholders, and end users. Must be delivery driven with the ability to set targets and manage and motivate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver to time, cost and quality objectives. Strategic, operational, technical and management skills Knowledge of Construction Contracts, ideally NEC and/or IChemE, with ability to negotiate and administer Risk & Opportunity Management experience Working knowledge of CDM and construction Health & Safety Desirable: Experience in water and waste water treatment plants Chartered with and engineering, commercial, or construction institution NEC Project Manager Accreditation If you are interested in the above Senior Project Manager role, please click the 'apply now' button. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven't heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. For more opportunities please take a look at our website.
The salary range for this key leadership opportunity is £96,432- £119,552 per annum. Travel around the county to meet with your colleagues, services, school leaders and other partners across the education system will be required. Agile working is supported meaning you can work however, whenever, and wherever suits you best around requirements to physically attend a Surrey location. Here in Surrey we are working hard to make our county a uniquely special place where everyone has a great start in life and can benefit from education, skills and employment opportunities that support them to succeed and thrive. It is our ambition to build an economy that is strong, vibrant and successful so that Surrey is a great place to live, work, and learn, where communities feel supported, and people are enabled to support each other. We are seeking to appoint a permanent Director of Education and Lifelong Learning who will help us to deliver against our ambitions. Reporting directly to Rachael Wardell - Executive Director for Children, Families and Lifelong Learning, this role is a key leadership role in the directorate. We are looking for an inclusive and compassionate leader, focused on great outcomes for children and adult learners; someone that can create and enable a collaborative, open, and trusting environment in which collaboration with schools and other educational settings is a given and where innovation, creativity, and inventiveness can flourish. The Role As our Director of Education and Lifelong Learning, you'll shape strategic initiatives that enhance educational and broader outcomes for children, young people, and adult learners across Surrey. Your collaborative leadership will drive innovation and efficiency in a challenging financial landscape and will support key activity across the whole directorate and with external partners meaning you will work closely with other senior leaders across children's services to improve outcomes. This role will: Champion Inclusive Education - helping to shape and deliver strategic initiatives for children with additional educational needs. Focus on Lifelong Learning - developing and implementing a comprehensive lifelong learning strategy to facilitate skills advancement and educational opportunities. Promote Excellence - fostering collaboration with educational stakeholders to define and uphold education excellence in response to evolving policies. Ensure Statutory Compliance and Collaboration - working closely with the Executive Director of Children, Families and Lifelong Learning to ensure statutory obligations are met and collaborating on educational initiatives. Focus on School Improvement activity- leading efforts to enhance school systems, empowering them to deliver high-quality, inclusive learning experiences and outcomes. Provide Professional Leadership - engaging locally, regionally, and nationally to cultivate partnerships and innovative approaches for improved educational and broader outcomes for all learners and their families. Champion Community Wellbeing - providing leadership across adult and community learning provisions to promote essential skills development, community wellbeing and cost-effective service provision. Build organisational capacity - responding to inspections, legislative changes, and national policy shifts, fostering continuous improvement. This role is integral to the Council responding to ongoing challenges as we seek to reduce inequalities for our learners and improve outcomes right across the County so that no one is left behind. You will draw on all available resources, plus the capacity and capabilities of our partners, communities, and residents to bring about positive change and achieve lasting impact. Who we are looking for We are looking for an experienced senior leader with real management grip and leadership drive and a boundless enthusiasm for achieving better outcomes. You will have substantial experience of having led educational services and improvement work on a quest for genuine inclusion for all learners; this could be from a local authority environment or more broadly across the education sector. Your experience of working in large and complex environments will support your transition into this busy and significant position, where you will showcase your ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships with a broad range of stakeholders across the county. Key dates: The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 19th of May 2024. Longlisting for this role is planned for W/C 20th May 2024. Technical interviews are planned for W/C 27th May 2024 and will likely be undertaken virtually. Shortlisting is planned for end of W/C 27th May 2024 Final Assessment is planned for Friday 7th June and will be held face to face at our Woodhatch office based in Reigate. Should you be successful at the assessment on the 7th of June 2024 there will be a requirement to meet with our new Chief Executive prior to a final interview with members. If there are any changes to process dates these will be shared at the earliest opportunity to allow for adequate planning. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. This post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where:? The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application. The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form. Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role.? We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.?
May 05, 2024
Full time
The salary range for this key leadership opportunity is £96,432- £119,552 per annum. Travel around the county to meet with your colleagues, services, school leaders and other partners across the education system will be required. Agile working is supported meaning you can work however, whenever, and wherever suits you best around requirements to physically attend a Surrey location. Here in Surrey we are working hard to make our county a uniquely special place where everyone has a great start in life and can benefit from education, skills and employment opportunities that support them to succeed and thrive. It is our ambition to build an economy that is strong, vibrant and successful so that Surrey is a great place to live, work, and learn, where communities feel supported, and people are enabled to support each other. We are seeking to appoint a permanent Director of Education and Lifelong Learning who will help us to deliver against our ambitions. Reporting directly to Rachael Wardell - Executive Director for Children, Families and Lifelong Learning, this role is a key leadership role in the directorate. We are looking for an inclusive and compassionate leader, focused on great outcomes for children and adult learners; someone that can create and enable a collaborative, open, and trusting environment in which collaboration with schools and other educational settings is a given and where innovation, creativity, and inventiveness can flourish. The Role As our Director of Education and Lifelong Learning, you'll shape strategic initiatives that enhance educational and broader outcomes for children, young people, and adult learners across Surrey. Your collaborative leadership will drive innovation and efficiency in a challenging financial landscape and will support key activity across the whole directorate and with external partners meaning you will work closely with other senior leaders across children's services to improve outcomes. This role will: Champion Inclusive Education - helping to shape and deliver strategic initiatives for children with additional educational needs. Focus on Lifelong Learning - developing and implementing a comprehensive lifelong learning strategy to facilitate skills advancement and educational opportunities. Promote Excellence - fostering collaboration with educational stakeholders to define and uphold education excellence in response to evolving policies. Ensure Statutory Compliance and Collaboration - working closely with the Executive Director of Children, Families and Lifelong Learning to ensure statutory obligations are met and collaborating on educational initiatives. Focus on School Improvement activity- leading efforts to enhance school systems, empowering them to deliver high-quality, inclusive learning experiences and outcomes. Provide Professional Leadership - engaging locally, regionally, and nationally to cultivate partnerships and innovative approaches for improved educational and broader outcomes for all learners and their families. Champion Community Wellbeing - providing leadership across adult and community learning provisions to promote essential skills development, community wellbeing and cost-effective service provision. Build organisational capacity - responding to inspections, legislative changes, and national policy shifts, fostering continuous improvement. This role is integral to the Council responding to ongoing challenges as we seek to reduce inequalities for our learners and improve outcomes right across the County so that no one is left behind. You will draw on all available resources, plus the capacity and capabilities of our partners, communities, and residents to bring about positive change and achieve lasting impact. Who we are looking for We are looking for an experienced senior leader with real management grip and leadership drive and a boundless enthusiasm for achieving better outcomes. You will have substantial experience of having led educational services and improvement work on a quest for genuine inclusion for all learners; this could be from a local authority environment or more broadly across the education sector. Your experience of working in large and complex environments will support your transition into this busy and significant position, where you will showcase your ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships with a broad range of stakeholders across the county. Key dates: The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 19th of May 2024. Longlisting for this role is planned for W/C 20th May 2024. Technical interviews are planned for W/C 27th May 2024 and will likely be undertaken virtually. Shortlisting is planned for end of W/C 27th May 2024 Final Assessment is planned for Friday 7th June and will be held face to face at our Woodhatch office based in Reigate. Should you be successful at the assessment on the 7th of June 2024 there will be a requirement to meet with our new Chief Executive prior to a final interview with members. If there are any changes to process dates these will be shared at the earliest opportunity to allow for adequate planning. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. This post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where:? The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application. The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form. Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role.? We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.?