Head of Intellectual Property (IP), London London Head of IP, London Isomorphic Labs is a new Alphabet company that is reimagining drug discovery through a computational- and AI-first approach. We are on a mission to accelerate the speed, increase the efficacy and lower the cost of drug discovery. You'll be working at the cutting edge of the new era of 'digital biology' to deliver a transformative social impact for the benefit of millions of people. Come and be part of a multi-disciplinary team driving groundbreaking innovation and play a meaningful role in contributing towards us achieving our ambitious goals, while being a part of an inspiring, collaborative and entrepreneurial culture. Your impact This position offers an amazing opportunity to formulate and execute a strategic vision to advance and protect the organisation's current and future intellectual property estate. Reporting to the General Counsel, as the Head of IP you will lead intellectual property strategy for Isomorphic Labs, balancing strategic planning with practical execution. You will collaborate with researchers and business leaders across the organisation, using your knowledge and influencing skills to shape how we build and develop the business from an IP perspective. You will also partner with other members of the Alphabet ecosystem as a representative of Isomorphic Labs. You will need to utilise your previous experience and show initiative in order to fully carve out your contribution. The Head of IP will work in partnership with the IsoLegal team and various researchers and senior leaders across business functions to design, develop and drive implementation of intellectual property strategy in alignment with the organisation's strategic directives. Key responsibilities of the position include identifying and pursuing strategies to protect innovation in IsoLabs' research and development activities (including AI/ML as well as small molecule and biologic therapeutic innovations), effectively educating on IP matters, communicating IP guidance, and managing the Company's intellectual property affairs (e.g., client counselling, licensing transactions, patent preparation and procurement, opinion work, IP disputes and litigation, due diligence and competitive intelligence, IP budgeting, copyright and trademark matters). What you will do Develop, implement and optimise comprehensive global IP strategy for the organisation Build, manage and expand patent portfolios that provide value and protect R&D innovations Establish IP governance and internal initiatives to support and drive innovation Protect and defend the organisation's IP, anticipate IP disputes, conduct landscaping and clearance assessments, execute on risk mitigation, and manage effective litigation when necessary Counsel science and business colleagues on patentability, freedom-to-operate, IP risks, and other IP matters Negotiate IP terms of licensing and other agreements Stay informed on legal trends and changes in laws and regulations; advise on emerging IP issues to ensure innovative and cutting-edge approaches Work closely with IsoLegal and Alphabet teams, outside counsel, consultants, and researchers to evaluate and support the development and advancement of new technologies and innovations Contribute to and maintain positive working relationships, foster a cohesive, committed team environment and drive effective partnership with cross-functional teams Skills and qualifications Either Qualified UK Solicitor specialising in IP; Qualified European Patent Attorney; OR US JD with active bar membership in at least one state and USPTO bar admission Advanced technical or scientific degree and 10+ years of proven IP legal experience Experience building and managing robust global patent estates for therapeutic drug candidates Experience in pharmaceutical industry and knowledge of the drug development process Outstanding verbal and written communication, and collaborative skills necessary to effectively partner with and advise researchers, scientists and other stakeholders in highly cross-functional teams Ability to work independently and in teams, prioritise workflow and work efficiently, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-dimensional projects in a fast-paced and evolving environment Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to excellence in legal research, work product and compliance Ability to align IP strategy with business objectives and utilise IP strategy to contribute to the organisation's growth and success Nice to have: PhD in chemistry, biochemistry, biology or related field strongly preferred Prior in-house experience at biotech or pharmaceutical company strongly preferred Experience negotiating and drafting IP provisions in marquee licences and other high-impact agreements Experience practising patent law in the area of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), deep learning, data sciences and/or AI-driven drug discovery Experience building or developing an early stage IP legal function Culture and values What does it take to be successful at IsoLabs? It's not about finding people who think and act in the same way, but we do have some shared values: Thoughtful Thoughtful at Iso is about curiosity, creativity and care. It is about good people doing good, rigorous and future-making science every single day. Brave Brave at Iso is about fearlessness, but it's also about initiative and integrity. The scale of the challenge demands nothing less. Determined Determined at Iso is the way we pursue our goal. It's a confidence in our hypothesis, as well as the urgency and agility needed to deliver on it. Because disease won't wait, so neither should we. In this together Together at Iso is about connection, collaboration across fields and catalytic relationships. It's knowing that transformation is a group project, and remembering that what we're doing will have a real impact on real people everywhere. Creating an inclusive company We realise that to be successful we need our teams to reflect and represent the populations we are striving to serve. We're working to build a supportive and inclusive environment where collaboration is encouraged and learning is shared. We value diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds and perspectives and harness these qualities to create extraordinary impact. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know. It's hugely important for us to be able to share knowledge and establish relationships with each other, and we find it easier to do this if we spend time together in person. This is why we've decided to follow a hybrid model, and for full time positions we would require you to be able to come into the office 3 days a week (currently Tue, Wed, and one other day depending on which team you're in). For part time positions this may vary. As an equal opportunities employer we are committed to building an equal and inclusive team. If you have additional needs that would prevent you from following this hybrid approach, we'd be happy to talk through these if you're selected for an initial screening call. Please note that when you submit an application, your data will be processed in line with our privacy policy . Required experience: Have you personally built and managed global patent estates and/or applications for therapeutic drug candidates? Please select Are you willing to be based in this location? Please select What are you ideally looking for in terms of salary expectations (base / total package)? Please note that this is NOT your current package. (Optional) What is your current notice period? What would your preferred working approach be in terms of coming into the office (assuming it is safe to do so)? (Optional) Please select Is there anything else you'd like us to know? Demographic Questions - UK & CH We value diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds and perspectives and harness these qualities to create extraordinary impact. We are working to build teams that reflect and represent the populations we are striving to serve. As part of this effort we would like to better understand our candidate audience, so that we can continue to improve. We need your help to do this, but filling in this form is entirely voluntary. You may choose not to provide the requested demographic information. Whether you choose to provide the information or not, this will be kept separate from your application and will have no bearing on any hiring decision. Any demographic information you provide will be anonymised and held separately from your application. No Isomorphic Labs hiring decision makers will have access to this information and the information will only be used for aggregated reporting and monitoring purposes, not for the purposes of your application or making any hiring decisions . click apply for full job details
May 17, 2024
Full time
Head of Intellectual Property (IP), London London Head of IP, London Isomorphic Labs is a new Alphabet company that is reimagining drug discovery through a computational- and AI-first approach. We are on a mission to accelerate the speed, increase the efficacy and lower the cost of drug discovery. You'll be working at the cutting edge of the new era of 'digital biology' to deliver a transformative social impact for the benefit of millions of people. Come and be part of a multi-disciplinary team driving groundbreaking innovation and play a meaningful role in contributing towards us achieving our ambitious goals, while being a part of an inspiring, collaborative and entrepreneurial culture. Your impact This position offers an amazing opportunity to formulate and execute a strategic vision to advance and protect the organisation's current and future intellectual property estate. Reporting to the General Counsel, as the Head of IP you will lead intellectual property strategy for Isomorphic Labs, balancing strategic planning with practical execution. You will collaborate with researchers and business leaders across the organisation, using your knowledge and influencing skills to shape how we build and develop the business from an IP perspective. You will also partner with other members of the Alphabet ecosystem as a representative of Isomorphic Labs. You will need to utilise your previous experience and show initiative in order to fully carve out your contribution. The Head of IP will work in partnership with the IsoLegal team and various researchers and senior leaders across business functions to design, develop and drive implementation of intellectual property strategy in alignment with the organisation's strategic directives. Key responsibilities of the position include identifying and pursuing strategies to protect innovation in IsoLabs' research and development activities (including AI/ML as well as small molecule and biologic therapeutic innovations), effectively educating on IP matters, communicating IP guidance, and managing the Company's intellectual property affairs (e.g., client counselling, licensing transactions, patent preparation and procurement, opinion work, IP disputes and litigation, due diligence and competitive intelligence, IP budgeting, copyright and trademark matters). What you will do Develop, implement and optimise comprehensive global IP strategy for the organisation Build, manage and expand patent portfolios that provide value and protect R&D innovations Establish IP governance and internal initiatives to support and drive innovation Protect and defend the organisation's IP, anticipate IP disputes, conduct landscaping and clearance assessments, execute on risk mitigation, and manage effective litigation when necessary Counsel science and business colleagues on patentability, freedom-to-operate, IP risks, and other IP matters Negotiate IP terms of licensing and other agreements Stay informed on legal trends and changes in laws and regulations; advise on emerging IP issues to ensure innovative and cutting-edge approaches Work closely with IsoLegal and Alphabet teams, outside counsel, consultants, and researchers to evaluate and support the development and advancement of new technologies and innovations Contribute to and maintain positive working relationships, foster a cohesive, committed team environment and drive effective partnership with cross-functional teams Skills and qualifications Either Qualified UK Solicitor specialising in IP; Qualified European Patent Attorney; OR US JD with active bar membership in at least one state and USPTO bar admission Advanced technical or scientific degree and 10+ years of proven IP legal experience Experience building and managing robust global patent estates for therapeutic drug candidates Experience in pharmaceutical industry and knowledge of the drug development process Outstanding verbal and written communication, and collaborative skills necessary to effectively partner with and advise researchers, scientists and other stakeholders in highly cross-functional teams Ability to work independently and in teams, prioritise workflow and work efficiently, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-dimensional projects in a fast-paced and evolving environment Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to excellence in legal research, work product and compliance Ability to align IP strategy with business objectives and utilise IP strategy to contribute to the organisation's growth and success Nice to have: PhD in chemistry, biochemistry, biology or related field strongly preferred Prior in-house experience at biotech or pharmaceutical company strongly preferred Experience negotiating and drafting IP provisions in marquee licences and other high-impact agreements Experience practising patent law in the area of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), deep learning, data sciences and/or AI-driven drug discovery Experience building or developing an early stage IP legal function Culture and values What does it take to be successful at IsoLabs? It's not about finding people who think and act in the same way, but we do have some shared values: Thoughtful Thoughtful at Iso is about curiosity, creativity and care. It is about good people doing good, rigorous and future-making science every single day. Brave Brave at Iso is about fearlessness, but it's also about initiative and integrity. The scale of the challenge demands nothing less. Determined Determined at Iso is the way we pursue our goal. It's a confidence in our hypothesis, as well as the urgency and agility needed to deliver on it. Because disease won't wait, so neither should we. In this together Together at Iso is about connection, collaboration across fields and catalytic relationships. It's knowing that transformation is a group project, and remembering that what we're doing will have a real impact on real people everywhere. Creating an inclusive company We realise that to be successful we need our teams to reflect and represent the populations we are striving to serve. We're working to build a supportive and inclusive environment where collaboration is encouraged and learning is shared. We value diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds and perspectives and harness these qualities to create extraordinary impact. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know. It's hugely important for us to be able to share knowledge and establish relationships with each other, and we find it easier to do this if we spend time together in person. This is why we've decided to follow a hybrid model, and for full time positions we would require you to be able to come into the office 3 days a week (currently Tue, Wed, and one other day depending on which team you're in). For part time positions this may vary. As an equal opportunities employer we are committed to building an equal and inclusive team. If you have additional needs that would prevent you from following this hybrid approach, we'd be happy to talk through these if you're selected for an initial screening call. Please note that when you submit an application, your data will be processed in line with our privacy policy . Required experience: Have you personally built and managed global patent estates and/or applications for therapeutic drug candidates? Please select Are you willing to be based in this location? Please select What are you ideally looking for in terms of salary expectations (base / total package)? Please note that this is NOT your current package. (Optional) What is your current notice period? What would your preferred working approach be in terms of coming into the office (assuming it is safe to do so)? (Optional) Please select Is there anything else you'd like us to know? Demographic Questions - UK & CH We value diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds and perspectives and harness these qualities to create extraordinary impact. We are working to build teams that reflect and represent the populations we are striving to serve. As part of this effort we would like to better understand our candidate audience, so that we can continue to improve. We need your help to do this, but filling in this form is entirely voluntary. You may choose not to provide the requested demographic information. Whether you choose to provide the information or not, this will be kept separate from your application and will have no bearing on any hiring decision. Any demographic information you provide will be anonymised and held separately from your application. No Isomorphic Labs hiring decision makers will have access to this information and the information will only be used for aggregated reporting and monitoring purposes, not for the purposes of your application or making any hiring decisions . click apply for full job details
Research and Innovation Evaluation - Senior / Managing Consultant page is loaded Research and Innovation Evaluation - Senior / Managing Consultant Apply locations London (GB80) time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R ICF is a leading provider of evaluation services to the UK Government, EU institutions and international organisations. We apply leading-edge evaluation, research and analytical methodologies to help our clients optimise the delivery of their programmes and maximise their impacts. Growth in demand for evaluations of research and innovation (R&I) programmes means that we are looking to recruit an experienced evaluator with expertise in this area of public policy and an understanding of how to assess the impacts, value for money and process aspects of public investments in R&I. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates who have expertise in evaluation of research programmes focused on the environment, agriculture, animal/plant health and/or the food chain. This role offers you the chance to develop your career within a global business that takes a collaborative approach to working with our unrivalled network of experts here in the UK. You'll join a team that's focused only on delivering positive impact. Respect for new ideas and expertise means we're always ready to embrace differences. We're never afraid to ask if there is a better way to do something. In your new role you will: Help to design, manage and delivery a portfolio of evaluation studies focused on research and innovation programmes, with a particular focus on programmes relating to food, agriculture, and the environment. Contribute to the development and delivery of our wider evaluation service offer for the UK Government. Provide technical, management and development support to colleagues who are at an earlier stage of career progression. You will come to us with: Experience of the design, management and delivery of R&I programme evaluations for organisations such as UK Government departments, Innovate UK or UKRI. If possible, a proven interest in and experience of programmes relating to the food chain, agriculture, animal/plant health, and/or environmental research. A strong understanding of the theory and application of impact and/or process evaluation methods to research and innovation programmes, working in accordance with Magenta Book guidance. Experience of use of research metrics, bibliographic analysis and other approaches relevant to R&I evaluation. A familiarity with the process of building theories of change. Experience of work in a consulting or similar project-based context. Project management and commercial skills. An understanding of how to work effectively in teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. This role will be positioned as a Senior Consultant or Managing Consultant level depending on experience. About us: Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. Learn more about what we do and our commitment to inclusion . The benefits of joining ICF: Our people at ICF are our most important asset, so we invest in them from the moment they arrive. When you join our team, you'll have access to a vast array of benefits to help you live your life well. We offer a hybrid working policy, which will provide you with the flexibility to collaborate in the office, as well as in the comfort of your own home, ensuring you are able to successfully deliver the requirements of your role. To support you, our employee wellbeing hub is designed to provide highly personalised support across a comprehensive range of wellbeing issues, such as mind, body, finances, community, career programs and HR support. We enjoy celebrating success, which is why we have a competitive recognition program called 'You Matter', which awards points as a 'thank you' for your work achievements. These can be spent on a large variety of high-quality items, as well as online or high-street vouchers, all with zero tax payable by the employee. ICF also offers a range of competitive benefits, which include: Single Private Medical Insurance cover with no restrictions on existing conditions. Dental insurance and an online GP service. 25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays (annual leave increases with years of service). Pension scheme with 5% of salary employer contribution Life assurance paying 4x annual salary and Group Income Protection paying 66% of salary for up to 5 years if you are off work on long-term sick. Enhanced parental leave policies, enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay. London (GB80) ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at .
May 17, 2024
Full time
Research and Innovation Evaluation - Senior / Managing Consultant page is loaded Research and Innovation Evaluation - Senior / Managing Consultant Apply locations London (GB80) time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R ICF is a leading provider of evaluation services to the UK Government, EU institutions and international organisations. We apply leading-edge evaluation, research and analytical methodologies to help our clients optimise the delivery of their programmes and maximise their impacts. Growth in demand for evaluations of research and innovation (R&I) programmes means that we are looking to recruit an experienced evaluator with expertise in this area of public policy and an understanding of how to assess the impacts, value for money and process aspects of public investments in R&I. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates who have expertise in evaluation of research programmes focused on the environment, agriculture, animal/plant health and/or the food chain. This role offers you the chance to develop your career within a global business that takes a collaborative approach to working with our unrivalled network of experts here in the UK. You'll join a team that's focused only on delivering positive impact. Respect for new ideas and expertise means we're always ready to embrace differences. We're never afraid to ask if there is a better way to do something. In your new role you will: Help to design, manage and delivery a portfolio of evaluation studies focused on research and innovation programmes, with a particular focus on programmes relating to food, agriculture, and the environment. Contribute to the development and delivery of our wider evaluation service offer for the UK Government. Provide technical, management and development support to colleagues who are at an earlier stage of career progression. You will come to us with: Experience of the design, management and delivery of R&I programme evaluations for organisations such as UK Government departments, Innovate UK or UKRI. If possible, a proven interest in and experience of programmes relating to the food chain, agriculture, animal/plant health, and/or environmental research. A strong understanding of the theory and application of impact and/or process evaluation methods to research and innovation programmes, working in accordance with Magenta Book guidance. Experience of use of research metrics, bibliographic analysis and other approaches relevant to R&I evaluation. A familiarity with the process of building theories of change. Experience of work in a consulting or similar project-based context. Project management and commercial skills. An understanding of how to work effectively in teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. This role will be positioned as a Senior Consultant or Managing Consultant level depending on experience. About us: Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. Learn more about what we do and our commitment to inclusion . The benefits of joining ICF: Our people at ICF are our most important asset, so we invest in them from the moment they arrive. When you join our team, you'll have access to a vast array of benefits to help you live your life well. We offer a hybrid working policy, which will provide you with the flexibility to collaborate in the office, as well as in the comfort of your own home, ensuring you are able to successfully deliver the requirements of your role. To support you, our employee wellbeing hub is designed to provide highly personalised support across a comprehensive range of wellbeing issues, such as mind, body, finances, community, career programs and HR support. We enjoy celebrating success, which is why we have a competitive recognition program called 'You Matter', which awards points as a 'thank you' for your work achievements. These can be spent on a large variety of high-quality items, as well as online or high-street vouchers, all with zero tax payable by the employee. ICF also offers a range of competitive benefits, which include: Single Private Medical Insurance cover with no restrictions on existing conditions. Dental insurance and an online GP service. 25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays (annual leave increases with years of service). Pension scheme with 5% of salary employer contribution Life assurance paying 4x annual salary and Group Income Protection paying 66% of salary for up to 5 years if you are off work on long-term sick. Enhanced parental leave policies, enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay. London (GB80) ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at .
At Focaldata we are on a mission to close the knowledge gap on public opinion. Our superstar research team is the cornerstone of achieving this. We are now looking for an Associate Director to help grow our Political and Social team, capabilities and client base. You will be helping lead a world-class team of researchers as they help some of the most important companies, government departments, charities, and campaign groups navigate a year of elections, regulatory changes, and policy challenges. You'll be working with cutting-edge market research tools and analytical techniques, and helping solve some of the hardest problems in public opinion analysis. We are looking for someone who can help run this team, support their colleagues to deliver excellent and impactful research, and who can work with the broader company and the 15+ engineers and data scientists who power Focaldata's platform and tech products. What you'll be doing You will have the opportunity to own research projects from start to finish and to manage some of our largest client accounts. You will also take a role in supporting the growth and delivery of the whole research team, including setting standards for the delivery of client projects and outputs and setting team processes. To achieve this the successful candidate will: Be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of projects and leading client accounts - including being responsible for delivering client outputs, leading on client communications, and deepening client relationships. Demonstrate leadership by supporting the Head of Political and Social to manage the team, support the development of researchers, and deepen Focaldata's capabilities. Excel at the fundamentals, delivering core market research outputs including questionnaires, and surveys, managing fieldwork, and ensuring our research is focused on meeting the client's needs. Provide decision-grade insight using data and analytical tools to identify the core issues our clients face, and how Focaldata's research can help solve them. Set the standard by driving work to improve Focaldata's research output, whether improving our processes for the delivery of research, guaranteeing the quality of our outputs, or finding new ways for our teams to work better and deliver Lead by example on the creation of client deliverables such as presentation decks, written reports, blogposts, and presentations. Show commercial drive, whether through identifying other opportunities for research with clear commercial impact, or contributing to ideas to boost Focaldata's brand. Who you are: skills and experience You will be an experienced researcher who is ready to step up into a leadership role, who is used to working with complex datasets and analytical tools, who has a deep and broad interest in political and social issues, and who knows how to communicate their findings clearly and compellingly. The ideal candidate would have the following experience and skills: 5-8 years as a researcher in the quantitative market research industry Market analysis fundamentals such as survey writing, scripting, and a variety of analytical tools. Client account management Line management experience Experience in creating and presenting client outputs (memos, decks) for senior stakeholders Strong commercial awareness A deep and abiding interest in political and social affairs. Bonus points Experience with analytical tools such as clustering or regression analysis in R or Python Who you are: mindset We're looking for people who are exceptionally intellectually confident, and passionate about research and finding out what people think. Someone who is relentless and restless to improve standards and help others, and wishes to work for a research firm with explosive financial and personnel growth that uses cutting-edge technology and doesn't want to do polling the normal way. Just as important is curiosity in how to innovate and a desire to use our tools, software and analytics specialist to provide different cutting-edge findings to clients - whose work really matters. We are looking for people who are outcomes-focused - whatever it takes to get the job done. Someone who is resilient and pragmatic and cool in stressful or difficult situations like during the heat of campaigns. About Focaldata At Focaldata, we're building a new kind of tech-enabled research agency - that offers clients deep insight at the speed of software. You'll get the opportunity to work alongside a highly collaborative team of researchers, client leads, engineers, data scientists and product specialists. We do impactful work with leading organisations, from brands like New Balance to campaign groups like Hope not Hate and non-profits like the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Join us. Focaldata is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the value of a diverse and inclusive workforce for our business, team and customers. We encourage all applications regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage, pregnancy, maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
May 16, 2024
Full time
At Focaldata we are on a mission to close the knowledge gap on public opinion. Our superstar research team is the cornerstone of achieving this. We are now looking for an Associate Director to help grow our Political and Social team, capabilities and client base. You will be helping lead a world-class team of researchers as they help some of the most important companies, government departments, charities, and campaign groups navigate a year of elections, regulatory changes, and policy challenges. You'll be working with cutting-edge market research tools and analytical techniques, and helping solve some of the hardest problems in public opinion analysis. We are looking for someone who can help run this team, support their colleagues to deliver excellent and impactful research, and who can work with the broader company and the 15+ engineers and data scientists who power Focaldata's platform and tech products. What you'll be doing You will have the opportunity to own research projects from start to finish and to manage some of our largest client accounts. You will also take a role in supporting the growth and delivery of the whole research team, including setting standards for the delivery of client projects and outputs and setting team processes. To achieve this the successful candidate will: Be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of projects and leading client accounts - including being responsible for delivering client outputs, leading on client communications, and deepening client relationships. Demonstrate leadership by supporting the Head of Political and Social to manage the team, support the development of researchers, and deepen Focaldata's capabilities. Excel at the fundamentals, delivering core market research outputs including questionnaires, and surveys, managing fieldwork, and ensuring our research is focused on meeting the client's needs. Provide decision-grade insight using data and analytical tools to identify the core issues our clients face, and how Focaldata's research can help solve them. Set the standard by driving work to improve Focaldata's research output, whether improving our processes for the delivery of research, guaranteeing the quality of our outputs, or finding new ways for our teams to work better and deliver Lead by example on the creation of client deliverables such as presentation decks, written reports, blogposts, and presentations. Show commercial drive, whether through identifying other opportunities for research with clear commercial impact, or contributing to ideas to boost Focaldata's brand. Who you are: skills and experience You will be an experienced researcher who is ready to step up into a leadership role, who is used to working with complex datasets and analytical tools, who has a deep and broad interest in political and social issues, and who knows how to communicate their findings clearly and compellingly. The ideal candidate would have the following experience and skills: 5-8 years as a researcher in the quantitative market research industry Market analysis fundamentals such as survey writing, scripting, and a variety of analytical tools. Client account management Line management experience Experience in creating and presenting client outputs (memos, decks) for senior stakeholders Strong commercial awareness A deep and abiding interest in political and social affairs. Bonus points Experience with analytical tools such as clustering or regression analysis in R or Python Who you are: mindset We're looking for people who are exceptionally intellectually confident, and passionate about research and finding out what people think. Someone who is relentless and restless to improve standards and help others, and wishes to work for a research firm with explosive financial and personnel growth that uses cutting-edge technology and doesn't want to do polling the normal way. Just as important is curiosity in how to innovate and a desire to use our tools, software and analytics specialist to provide different cutting-edge findings to clients - whose work really matters. We are looking for people who are outcomes-focused - whatever it takes to get the job done. Someone who is resilient and pragmatic and cool in stressful or difficult situations like during the heat of campaigns. About Focaldata At Focaldata, we're building a new kind of tech-enabled research agency - that offers clients deep insight at the speed of software. You'll get the opportunity to work alongside a highly collaborative team of researchers, client leads, engineers, data scientists and product specialists. We do impactful work with leading organisations, from brands like New Balance to campaign groups like Hope not Hate and non-profits like the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Join us. Focaldata is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the value of a diverse and inclusive workforce for our business, team and customers. We encourage all applications regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage, pregnancy, maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, 28 days holiday a year plus Bank Holidays and a fantastic pension scheme. Location: London/Hybrid (5-8 days in the office per month) Salary £80,000 - £90,000 per annum You will need to submit a cover letter explaining how you meet the capabilities for the role, alongside your CV for your application to be considered. Application closing date E.O.D 27th May 2024. 1st round Interviews to take place at our London office w/c 3rd June. About the role We have an exciting opportunity for a senior expert on digital and data policy to join Which? and drive the organisation's work to understand the impact of digital markets, new technology and data use have on consumers and identify what changes may be needed to make sure they enjoy the benefits delivered by these markets without suffering harm. This is a high profile role, reporting to the Director of Policy and Advocacy and Executive Committee member. You will be responsible for developing Which? 's policy position on digital and data and making sure development and regulation of digital across markets and sectors deliver good outcomes for consumers. You can read about our policy and advocacy work in this area in our Policy and Insight website . This is an ambitious and unique opportunity to: Lead our Digital Policy Team and our cross-organisational influencing priorities in the digital space. Be responsible for developing high-quality, robust policy outcomes and solutions Which? should pursue to tackle online and digital infrastructure harms based on the evidence and understanding you, your team and the wider organisation. Develop strong relationships across sectors where digital is transforming consumer experiences of services and products, establishing yourself and Which? more generally with big and small tech, regulators, policy-makers and government Continue building our understanding of what is going on in digital innovation and its application that can and will impact on consumers, producing an ongoing clear plan to cascade this across the organisation Make sure that our views and policy positions are written up and communicated in the most effective way to influence and ensure that consumers' views and rights are represented and protected. As part of the extended leadership team play an active role in the management of the Advocacy directorate. The policy team is part of the Advocacy Group that includes the campaigns team, external affairs and a multidiciplinary analytical team including researchers, data scientists and economists. About you: Significant knowledge and experience of working on digital issues or data Proven experience of developing and driving policy analysis in market-based situations Strong proven team management,leadership skills and experience of utilising multidisciplinary teams to deliver impact to deadlines. Skilled influencer with excellent written and oral communication skills, who can make the complex simple for a wide range of stakeholders Confident public speaker with experience of influencing opportunities including roundtables, podium speeches and senior stakeholder networking. Significant experience of cultivating relationships with senior stakeholders in businesses and Government. This is a very important role for Which? covering the range of digital life issues from connectivity to how digital marketplaces work. So we'll be looking for you to get to the root of the issue. You will be able to build strong relationships across new and existing networks, and be confident in influencing industry experts and bringing people with you. Your ability to communicate effectively to audiences inside and outside Which? will drive forward change and help position Which? as the pre-eminent force driving change for and with consumers in this area. We also have these benefits for you to consider: 35 hour working week Generous 28 days holiday a year plus Bank Holidays & options to buy additional days Award winning pension scheme - when you pay in 3%,Which? paysin 6% (rising to 11% after one year of service.) Discount site Sodexo which offers large off every day shopping and holidays Annual Bonus (depending on employee and company performance) Healthcare insurance & Private medical insurance and opportunity to participate in Vitality rewards programme (at 6 months) A discretionary death in service benefit provision equivalent to six times your annual salary Free access to Which? member content and free access to Which? money and legal helplines Work from (almost) anywhere" for 4 weeks of the year policy The interview process for this role involves:- An interview at our London offices (approximately 45-90 minutes) consisting of values and experience-based competency questions. 2nd face-to-face interview with a pre-interview task. About Which? We promote a great work-life balance (all our roles are now hybrid), offering flexible working options in addition to a full time working week (35 hours) e.g. part time or job shares where possible. If you wish to discuss any of these options, please contact the Resourcing team at Which? is the UK's consumer champion, here to make life simpler, fairer and safer for everyone. Read all about us on our website . At Which? we value diversity and we're committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We are proud that we are in the 'Top 25 Inclusive Employers' List and currently ranking 16th. We want to receive applications from everyone. We believe that a diverse workforce helps us to understand and create a positive impact for consumers. As a Disability Confident Leader, we ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and so we'll make reasonable adjustments if you need them - just let us know when you apply. If you need assistance with applying (i.e., would like to apply by phone or post), email . Find out more about the Disability Confident Interview Scheme here . Please note you must meet the essential criteria listed within the Role Profile, to have your application reviewed and we reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any given time due to the number of applications received . Role Profile Template - Head of Digital life and Scams policy.pdf
May 15, 2024
Full time
This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, 28 days holiday a year plus Bank Holidays and a fantastic pension scheme. Location: London/Hybrid (5-8 days in the office per month) Salary £80,000 - £90,000 per annum You will need to submit a cover letter explaining how you meet the capabilities for the role, alongside your CV for your application to be considered. Application closing date E.O.D 27th May 2024. 1st round Interviews to take place at our London office w/c 3rd June. About the role We have an exciting opportunity for a senior expert on digital and data policy to join Which? and drive the organisation's work to understand the impact of digital markets, new technology and data use have on consumers and identify what changes may be needed to make sure they enjoy the benefits delivered by these markets without suffering harm. This is a high profile role, reporting to the Director of Policy and Advocacy and Executive Committee member. You will be responsible for developing Which? 's policy position on digital and data and making sure development and regulation of digital across markets and sectors deliver good outcomes for consumers. You can read about our policy and advocacy work in this area in our Policy and Insight website . This is an ambitious and unique opportunity to: Lead our Digital Policy Team and our cross-organisational influencing priorities in the digital space. Be responsible for developing high-quality, robust policy outcomes and solutions Which? should pursue to tackle online and digital infrastructure harms based on the evidence and understanding you, your team and the wider organisation. Develop strong relationships across sectors where digital is transforming consumer experiences of services and products, establishing yourself and Which? more generally with big and small tech, regulators, policy-makers and government Continue building our understanding of what is going on in digital innovation and its application that can and will impact on consumers, producing an ongoing clear plan to cascade this across the organisation Make sure that our views and policy positions are written up and communicated in the most effective way to influence and ensure that consumers' views and rights are represented and protected. As part of the extended leadership team play an active role in the management of the Advocacy directorate. The policy team is part of the Advocacy Group that includes the campaigns team, external affairs and a multidiciplinary analytical team including researchers, data scientists and economists. About you: Significant knowledge and experience of working on digital issues or data Proven experience of developing and driving policy analysis in market-based situations Strong proven team management,leadership skills and experience of utilising multidisciplinary teams to deliver impact to deadlines. Skilled influencer with excellent written and oral communication skills, who can make the complex simple for a wide range of stakeholders Confident public speaker with experience of influencing opportunities including roundtables, podium speeches and senior stakeholder networking. Significant experience of cultivating relationships with senior stakeholders in businesses and Government. This is a very important role for Which? covering the range of digital life issues from connectivity to how digital marketplaces work. So we'll be looking for you to get to the root of the issue. You will be able to build strong relationships across new and existing networks, and be confident in influencing industry experts and bringing people with you. Your ability to communicate effectively to audiences inside and outside Which? will drive forward change and help position Which? as the pre-eminent force driving change for and with consumers in this area. We also have these benefits for you to consider: 35 hour working week Generous 28 days holiday a year plus Bank Holidays & options to buy additional days Award winning pension scheme - when you pay in 3%,Which? paysin 6% (rising to 11% after one year of service.) Discount site Sodexo which offers large off every day shopping and holidays Annual Bonus (depending on employee and company performance) Healthcare insurance & Private medical insurance and opportunity to participate in Vitality rewards programme (at 6 months) A discretionary death in service benefit provision equivalent to six times your annual salary Free access to Which? member content and free access to Which? money and legal helplines Work from (almost) anywhere" for 4 weeks of the year policy The interview process for this role involves:- An interview at our London offices (approximately 45-90 minutes) consisting of values and experience-based competency questions. 2nd face-to-face interview with a pre-interview task. About Which? We promote a great work-life balance (all our roles are now hybrid), offering flexible working options in addition to a full time working week (35 hours) e.g. part time or job shares where possible. If you wish to discuss any of these options, please contact the Resourcing team at Which? is the UK's consumer champion, here to make life simpler, fairer and safer for everyone. Read all about us on our website . At Which? we value diversity and we're committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We are proud that we are in the 'Top 25 Inclusive Employers' List and currently ranking 16th. We want to receive applications from everyone. We believe that a diverse workforce helps us to understand and create a positive impact for consumers. As a Disability Confident Leader, we ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and so we'll make reasonable adjustments if you need them - just let us know when you apply. If you need assistance with applying (i.e., would like to apply by phone or post), email . Find out more about the Disability Confident Interview Scheme here . Please note you must meet the essential criteria listed within the Role Profile, to have your application reviewed and we reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any given time due to the number of applications received . Role Profile Template - Head of Digital life and Scams policy.pdf
WGSN - Head of Data Science & Engineering page is loaded WGSN - Head of Data Science & Engineering Apply locations London - LABS House posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R11289 The role We are looking to hire a Head of Data Science & Engineering to join our Data team in London. Working at WGSN Together, we create tomorrow A career with WGSN is fast-paced, exciting and full of opportunities to grow and develop. We're a team of consumer and design trend forecasters, content creators, designers, data analysts, advisory consultants and much more, united by a common goal: to create tomorrow. WGSN's trusted consumer and design forecasts power outstanding product design, enabling our customers to create a better future. Our services cover consumer insights, beauty, consumer tech, fashion, interiors, lifestyle, food and drink forecasting, data analytics and expert advisory. If you are an expert in your field, we want to hear from you. Role overview The foundation of WGSN is our passionate experts. WGSN seeks talent globally to work within a business that offers a unique blend of specialist problem solvers, data analysts and innovative thinkers who put trends and data together to provide the answers to create tomorrow. You will lead, manage, and inspire a team of data scientists and data engineers to maintain and develop new machine learning models that are at the foundation of WGSN's proprietary data, products, and services. You will collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders to develop and grow WGSN's data science and engineering capabilities, translating business objectives into workable solutions that will drive top line revenue growth and drive bottom line efficiencies. Key accountabilities Lead, structure, develop, and scale a high performance data science and engineering team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages professional growth and excellence. Develop best practices for modelling, deployment, QA, and tests across the data science team. Deploy high quality data products to production and measure the value, accuracy, and improvement over time. Develop and manage a data science and engineering roadmap aligned to company objectives to drive top line revenue growth and bottom line efficiencies. Engage and collaborate with senior leaders and key stakeholders on data science and engineering projects and deliverables. Clearly communicate and educate the wider business and clients on data science and engineering projects and deliverables. Make the complex simple. Take an active part in the development of data strategy and identifying areas of growth and efficiency. Proactively suggest ways to visualise complex data sets, generating charts/tables that give insightful views of key business issues and opportunities Be connected to the rapidly developing and evolving space of machine learning and AI to identify new risks and opportunities to WGSN. Technical background and ability to dive into details of technologies built by data science and engineering teams. This list is not exhaustive and there may be other activities you are required to deliver. Skills, experience & qualifications required Significant experience of doing quantitative research and analysis Solid, demonstrable experience managing a team of data scientists, data engineers, and analysts Demonstrated experience in leading and managing cross-functional teams, driving successful data science and engineering projects Proven ability to build strong working relationship with other departments Ability to present senior leadership and stakeholders to drive decisions and tell stories through data An analytical mind, with the ability to distinguish between what is important and what is not, making the complex simple Curious, flexible and a strategic thinker Excellent interpersonal skills comfortable to tackle work within a global team Knowledge of statistics and analytical techniques Experience with time series forecasting and computer vision classification preferred Degree or equivalent experience in quantitative fields (Statistics, Math, CS or Engineering) Technical Experience with: Machine Learning Frameworks (one or multiple): PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc. Data Warehouses (one or multiple): Snowflake, SQL, BigQuery, etc. Languages (one or multiple): SQL (must), Python/R (proficient in one), Java, etc. Visualisation (one or multiple): Tableau, Looker, Power BI, etc. Sprint Planning/Development using JIRA What we offer Our benefits and wellbeing package offers flexible benefits you can tailor to your own personal needs, including: 25 days of holiday per year - with an option to buy/ sell up to 5 days Pension, Life Assurance and Income Protection Flexible benefits platform with options including Private Medical, Dental Insurance & Critical Illness Employee assistance programme, season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme Volunteering opportunities and charitable giving options Great learning and development opportunities More about WGSN WGSN is the global authority on consumer trend forecasting. We help brands around the world create the right products at the right time for tomorrow's consumer. Our values We Are Everywhere The future is everything, it happens everywhere. WGSN is the world-leading forecaster because we track and analyse consumer behaviours, product innovation, design and creativity, everywhere. We Are Future Focused We utilise our global resources and intelligence to research, source and analyse quantitative and qualitative data to produce our forecasts. Everything we do is focused on working with our customers to create a successful and positive tomorrow. We Are Rigorous We source, review and assess quantitative and qualitative data to produce robust, actionable forecasts. To provide credible insights and design solutions for our clients, it is essential that rigour runs through everything we do. Our culture An inclusive culture is one of our key priorities. We want our people to truly be themselves and thrive. We love having a diverse team of people who bring new ideas, different strengths and perspectives & reflect the global audience we work with. Inclusive workforce We are committed to supporting the environment and sustainability , including ensuring our pension plan defaults to sustainable options and striving to be net zero by 2030. Recognising great performance is a key part of our culture. Our Awards schemes recognise and reward the brilliant achievements of our people. We have a truly flexible working environment with a wide range of flexible, hybrid and agile-working arrangements. Conversations about flexible working have always been - and will continue to be - actively encouraged here. We want to ensure everyone has the opportunity to perform their best when interviewing, so if you require any reasonable adjustments that would make you more comfortable during the process, please let us know so that we can do our best to support you. About Us Getting to the heart of your industry. We help the world's biggest brands navigate what's next through events, intelligence and advisory. Our two divisions, LIONS and Money20/20, serve the Marketing and Financial Technology industries. Our unforgettable events bring customers from over 120 countries together to have the conversations that count. And with almost 700 employees across four continents, our experts ensure that our customers never miss a beat. Ascential plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange.
May 15, 2024
Full time
WGSN - Head of Data Science & Engineering page is loaded WGSN - Head of Data Science & Engineering Apply locations London - LABS House posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R11289 The role We are looking to hire a Head of Data Science & Engineering to join our Data team in London. Working at WGSN Together, we create tomorrow A career with WGSN is fast-paced, exciting and full of opportunities to grow and develop. We're a team of consumer and design trend forecasters, content creators, designers, data analysts, advisory consultants and much more, united by a common goal: to create tomorrow. WGSN's trusted consumer and design forecasts power outstanding product design, enabling our customers to create a better future. Our services cover consumer insights, beauty, consumer tech, fashion, interiors, lifestyle, food and drink forecasting, data analytics and expert advisory. If you are an expert in your field, we want to hear from you. Role overview The foundation of WGSN is our passionate experts. WGSN seeks talent globally to work within a business that offers a unique blend of specialist problem solvers, data analysts and innovative thinkers who put trends and data together to provide the answers to create tomorrow. You will lead, manage, and inspire a team of data scientists and data engineers to maintain and develop new machine learning models that are at the foundation of WGSN's proprietary data, products, and services. You will collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders to develop and grow WGSN's data science and engineering capabilities, translating business objectives into workable solutions that will drive top line revenue growth and drive bottom line efficiencies. Key accountabilities Lead, structure, develop, and scale a high performance data science and engineering team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages professional growth and excellence. Develop best practices for modelling, deployment, QA, and tests across the data science team. Deploy high quality data products to production and measure the value, accuracy, and improvement over time. Develop and manage a data science and engineering roadmap aligned to company objectives to drive top line revenue growth and bottom line efficiencies. Engage and collaborate with senior leaders and key stakeholders on data science and engineering projects and deliverables. Clearly communicate and educate the wider business and clients on data science and engineering projects and deliverables. Make the complex simple. Take an active part in the development of data strategy and identifying areas of growth and efficiency. Proactively suggest ways to visualise complex data sets, generating charts/tables that give insightful views of key business issues and opportunities Be connected to the rapidly developing and evolving space of machine learning and AI to identify new risks and opportunities to WGSN. Technical background and ability to dive into details of technologies built by data science and engineering teams. This list is not exhaustive and there may be other activities you are required to deliver. Skills, experience & qualifications required Significant experience of doing quantitative research and analysis Solid, demonstrable experience managing a team of data scientists, data engineers, and analysts Demonstrated experience in leading and managing cross-functional teams, driving successful data science and engineering projects Proven ability to build strong working relationship with other departments Ability to present senior leadership and stakeholders to drive decisions and tell stories through data An analytical mind, with the ability to distinguish between what is important and what is not, making the complex simple Curious, flexible and a strategic thinker Excellent interpersonal skills comfortable to tackle work within a global team Knowledge of statistics and analytical techniques Experience with time series forecasting and computer vision classification preferred Degree or equivalent experience in quantitative fields (Statistics, Math, CS or Engineering) Technical Experience with: Machine Learning Frameworks (one or multiple): PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc. Data Warehouses (one or multiple): Snowflake, SQL, BigQuery, etc. Languages (one or multiple): SQL (must), Python/R (proficient in one), Java, etc. Visualisation (one or multiple): Tableau, Looker, Power BI, etc. Sprint Planning/Development using JIRA What we offer Our benefits and wellbeing package offers flexible benefits you can tailor to your own personal needs, including: 25 days of holiday per year - with an option to buy/ sell up to 5 days Pension, Life Assurance and Income Protection Flexible benefits platform with options including Private Medical, Dental Insurance & Critical Illness Employee assistance programme, season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme Volunteering opportunities and charitable giving options Great learning and development opportunities More about WGSN WGSN is the global authority on consumer trend forecasting. We help brands around the world create the right products at the right time for tomorrow's consumer. Our values We Are Everywhere The future is everything, it happens everywhere. WGSN is the world-leading forecaster because we track and analyse consumer behaviours, product innovation, design and creativity, everywhere. We Are Future Focused We utilise our global resources and intelligence to research, source and analyse quantitative and qualitative data to produce our forecasts. Everything we do is focused on working with our customers to create a successful and positive tomorrow. We Are Rigorous We source, review and assess quantitative and qualitative data to produce robust, actionable forecasts. To provide credible insights and design solutions for our clients, it is essential that rigour runs through everything we do. Our culture An inclusive culture is one of our key priorities. We want our people to truly be themselves and thrive. We love having a diverse team of people who bring new ideas, different strengths and perspectives & reflect the global audience we work with. Inclusive workforce We are committed to supporting the environment and sustainability , including ensuring our pension plan defaults to sustainable options and striving to be net zero by 2030. Recognising great performance is a key part of our culture. Our Awards schemes recognise and reward the brilliant achievements of our people. We have a truly flexible working environment with a wide range of flexible, hybrid and agile-working arrangements. Conversations about flexible working have always been - and will continue to be - actively encouraged here. We want to ensure everyone has the opportunity to perform their best when interviewing, so if you require any reasonable adjustments that would make you more comfortable during the process, please let us know so that we can do our best to support you. About Us Getting to the heart of your industry. We help the world's biggest brands navigate what's next through events, intelligence and advisory. Our two divisions, LIONS and Money20/20, serve the Marketing and Financial Technology industries. Our unforgettable events bring customers from over 120 countries together to have the conversations that count. And with almost 700 employees across four continents, our experts ensure that our customers never miss a beat. Ascential plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange.
About the job At Hopper, we're on a mission to build the most customer-centric travel company on earth. We are leveraging the power that comes from combining massive amounts of data and machine learning to build the world's fastest-growing mobile first travel marketplace - one that enables our customers to save money and travel better. The vision of the payments team is to provide a magical and frictionless payment experience to our customers. We will do this by supporting all the major payment methods ('unlocking choice'), optimizing our payment stack ('frictionless payments'), and unifying and powering all payments flows at Hopper (Flights, Hotels, Homes, Rental Cars, Attractions & more) as well as our Hopper Cloud offering (Whitelabel solution). Our long term vision is to remove any financial barriers to travel and truly make travel accessible to everyone. It's cheaper, better and easier to purchase travel with Hopper! In this role, you'll be working alongside a team of talented engineers and partner with product, design, and data science to prioritize, estimate, and implement new product features in an Agile environment. What would your day-to-day look like: Ship your first code in days, iterating on features in an Agile manner leveraging Scala and technologies like Spanner, pub/sub, GCP Big Query Build robust and performant infrastructure that supports millions of dollars of revenue Make important architectural decisions about core backend systems Coach and mentor developers at various stages of their career. Collaborate with a diverse group of people, giving and receiving feedback for growth Execute on big opportunities, helping Hopper rise to the top of the travel industry An ideal candidate has: 8+ years experience thriving in backend engineering positions and delivering user experiences at scale A strong understanding of distributed systems and how architectural decisions affect performance and maintainability A strong understanding of site reliability and operations A passionate focus on quality, writing testable code that performs and scales Close collaboration with software engineers (backend and mobile), product managers, data scientists, and designers to deliver rapid value to end-users Nice to have: Backend experience with Scala, Google Cloud, Kubernetes Experience developing B2B products with millions of MAU Experience in the Payments domain Perks of working with us: Well-funded and proven startup with large ambitions, competitive salary, upsides of pre-IPO equity Monthly cash allowance to cover gym membership (100€) or telework (50€) Hopper covers the cost of employee premiums for private medical and dental coverage via Cigna. Coverage includes: primary medical assistance, dental care, nursing care, specialties, hospitalisation, maternity, preventative medicine and ambulatory services, and is available to extend to dependents. Hopper also offers private life and accident coverage via Surne. Unlimited PTO Puzl coworking All Access Pass OR Work-from-home stipend Entrepreneurial culture where pushing limits and taking risks is everyday business Open communication with management and company leadership Small, dynamic teams = massive impact More about Hopper At Hopper, we are on a mission to become the leading travel platform globally - powering Hopper's mobile app, website and our B2B business, HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions). By leveraging massive amounts of data and advanced machine learning algorithms, Hopper combines its world-class travel agency offering with proprietary fintech products to bring transparency, flexibility and savings to travelers globally. We have developed several unique fintech solutions that address everything from pricing volatility to trip disruptions - helping people travel better and save more on their trips. The Hopper platform serves hundreds of millions of travelers globally and continues to capture market share around the world. Ranked the third largest online travel agency in North America, the Hopper app has been downloaded over 120 million times and has become largely popular among younger travelers - with 70% of its users being Gen Z and millennials. While everyone knows us as the Gen Z and Millennial travel app, Hopper has evolved to become much more than that. In recent years, we've grown into a global travel agency and travel fintech provider that powers some of the world's largest brands. Through HTS , our B2B division, the company supercharges its partners' direct channels by integrating our fintech products on their sites or powering end-to-end travel portals. Today, our partners include leading travel brands like Capital One, Nubank, Air Canada and many more. Here are just a few stats that demonstrate the company's recent growth: Hopper sells billion worth of travel and travel fintech every year. In 2023, over 1.3 billion trips were planned through the Hopper app and our HTS partnerships. Our fintech products - including Price Freeze, Flexibility for Any Reason and Flight Disruption Assistance - have exceptionally strong CSAT because the terms are always clear, and customers receive instant, no-questions-asked resolutions. Almost 30% of our app customers purchase at least one fintech product when making a booking; and consumers are 1.6x more likely to repurchase if they add fintech to their booking vs if they booked just travel. Given the success of its fintech products, Hopper launched a B2B initiative, HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions), which represents more than 50% of the business. Through HTS, any travel provider (airlines, hotels, banks, travel agencies, etc.) can integrate and seamlessly distribute Hopper's fintech or travel inventory on their direct channels. As its first HTS partnership, the company partnered with Capital One to co-develop Capital One Travel, a new travel portal designed specifically for cardholders. Other HTS partners include Air Canada, Uber, CommBank, Nubank, Flair Airlines with many more in the pipeline. Featured in Apple's Best of the App Store list of Essential Travel Apps in 2023 and recognized by the likes of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, Hopper has been downloaded over 120 million times and continues to have millions of new installs each month. Hopper is now the largest online travel agency in North America and 70% of our app customers are Gen-Z and millennials travelers. Hopper has raised over $750 million USD of private capital and is backed by some of the largest institutional investors and banks in the world. Hopper is primed to continue its acceleration as the world's fastest-growing mobile-first travel marketplace. Come take off with us!
May 15, 2024
Full time
About the job At Hopper, we're on a mission to build the most customer-centric travel company on earth. We are leveraging the power that comes from combining massive amounts of data and machine learning to build the world's fastest-growing mobile first travel marketplace - one that enables our customers to save money and travel better. The vision of the payments team is to provide a magical and frictionless payment experience to our customers. We will do this by supporting all the major payment methods ('unlocking choice'), optimizing our payment stack ('frictionless payments'), and unifying and powering all payments flows at Hopper (Flights, Hotels, Homes, Rental Cars, Attractions & more) as well as our Hopper Cloud offering (Whitelabel solution). Our long term vision is to remove any financial barriers to travel and truly make travel accessible to everyone. It's cheaper, better and easier to purchase travel with Hopper! In this role, you'll be working alongside a team of talented engineers and partner with product, design, and data science to prioritize, estimate, and implement new product features in an Agile environment. What would your day-to-day look like: Ship your first code in days, iterating on features in an Agile manner leveraging Scala and technologies like Spanner, pub/sub, GCP Big Query Build robust and performant infrastructure that supports millions of dollars of revenue Make important architectural decisions about core backend systems Coach and mentor developers at various stages of their career. Collaborate with a diverse group of people, giving and receiving feedback for growth Execute on big opportunities, helping Hopper rise to the top of the travel industry An ideal candidate has: 8+ years experience thriving in backend engineering positions and delivering user experiences at scale A strong understanding of distributed systems and how architectural decisions affect performance and maintainability A strong understanding of site reliability and operations A passionate focus on quality, writing testable code that performs and scales Close collaboration with software engineers (backend and mobile), product managers, data scientists, and designers to deliver rapid value to end-users Nice to have: Backend experience with Scala, Google Cloud, Kubernetes Experience developing B2B products with millions of MAU Experience in the Payments domain Perks of working with us: Well-funded and proven startup with large ambitions, competitive salary, upsides of pre-IPO equity Monthly cash allowance to cover gym membership (100€) or telework (50€) Hopper covers the cost of employee premiums for private medical and dental coverage via Cigna. Coverage includes: primary medical assistance, dental care, nursing care, specialties, hospitalisation, maternity, preventative medicine and ambulatory services, and is available to extend to dependents. Hopper also offers private life and accident coverage via Surne. Unlimited PTO Puzl coworking All Access Pass OR Work-from-home stipend Entrepreneurial culture where pushing limits and taking risks is everyday business Open communication with management and company leadership Small, dynamic teams = massive impact More about Hopper At Hopper, we are on a mission to become the leading travel platform globally - powering Hopper's mobile app, website and our B2B business, HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions). By leveraging massive amounts of data and advanced machine learning algorithms, Hopper combines its world-class travel agency offering with proprietary fintech products to bring transparency, flexibility and savings to travelers globally. We have developed several unique fintech solutions that address everything from pricing volatility to trip disruptions - helping people travel better and save more on their trips. The Hopper platform serves hundreds of millions of travelers globally and continues to capture market share around the world. Ranked the third largest online travel agency in North America, the Hopper app has been downloaded over 120 million times and has become largely popular among younger travelers - with 70% of its users being Gen Z and millennials. While everyone knows us as the Gen Z and Millennial travel app, Hopper has evolved to become much more than that. In recent years, we've grown into a global travel agency and travel fintech provider that powers some of the world's largest brands. Through HTS , our B2B division, the company supercharges its partners' direct channels by integrating our fintech products on their sites or powering end-to-end travel portals. Today, our partners include leading travel brands like Capital One, Nubank, Air Canada and many more. Here are just a few stats that demonstrate the company's recent growth: Hopper sells billion worth of travel and travel fintech every year. In 2023, over 1.3 billion trips were planned through the Hopper app and our HTS partnerships. Our fintech products - including Price Freeze, Flexibility for Any Reason and Flight Disruption Assistance - have exceptionally strong CSAT because the terms are always clear, and customers receive instant, no-questions-asked resolutions. Almost 30% of our app customers purchase at least one fintech product when making a booking; and consumers are 1.6x more likely to repurchase if they add fintech to their booking vs if they booked just travel. Given the success of its fintech products, Hopper launched a B2B initiative, HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions), which represents more than 50% of the business. Through HTS, any travel provider (airlines, hotels, banks, travel agencies, etc.) can integrate and seamlessly distribute Hopper's fintech or travel inventory on their direct channels. As its first HTS partnership, the company partnered with Capital One to co-develop Capital One Travel, a new travel portal designed specifically for cardholders. Other HTS partners include Air Canada, Uber, CommBank, Nubank, Flair Airlines with many more in the pipeline. Featured in Apple's Best of the App Store list of Essential Travel Apps in 2023 and recognized by the likes of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, Hopper has been downloaded over 120 million times and continues to have millions of new installs each month. Hopper is now the largest online travel agency in North America and 70% of our app customers are Gen-Z and millennials travelers. Hopper has raised over $750 million USD of private capital and is backed by some of the largest institutional investors and banks in the world. Hopper is primed to continue its acceleration as the world's fastest-growing mobile-first travel marketplace. Come take off with us!
About Us Up Learn has built the world's most effective learning experience. We've done this by combining cognitive science, instructional theory and artificial intelligence. Our mission is to create the most effective learning experiences in the world, and distribute access to as many students as possible Up Learn started with A Levels and developed courses that are: Effective: 97% of students that complete Up Learn courses achieve an A /A, starting from grades as low as Ds and Es Engaging: 23.5 million hours of learning thanks to Up Learn, and rising Scaling: tens of thousands of students use Up Learn today, either independently, or through one of our 400 schools, university or charity partners Up Learn has been growing fast, and is backed by investors that share our vision, including leading venture capital firm Forward Partners and the Branson family (Virgin). We now generate cash flows sufficient to grow without additional investment, and so aren't reliant on external investors to continue operating. We've only taken funding from investors who are aligned with our long-term vision for education. Social impact is critical to Up Learn's mission - for every student that pays, Up Learn gives a full scholarship to a student who can't. We are growing our incredible, 70+ strong team, and our internal mission is to make Up Learn one of the best places to work in the world. Becoming certified by Flexa was one step towards this mission, which you can find out more about here . The Role Over the first twelve months, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our B2B strategy and execution. Key responsibilities include: Discover Problems and Opportunities Interview students, teachers, school leaders and the leaders of Multi-Academy Trusts to understand schools' biggest challenges in implementing Up Learn. What is preventing them from using Up Learn to assure success for their pupils? What will help teachers make Up Learn the centre of their plan for their pupils' success? Synthesise market research and analyses to spot the biggest business opportunities. Set Vision and Strategy Articulate a clear vision and strategy for the success of the B2B side to our business, and how its success will contribute to our mission. Sell your vision and strategy to the company's executive team. Detail the Roadmap Validate the solutions that will execute your strategy. Balance competing demands between long-term vision and the short-term needs of customers and the business. Deliver the Roadmap Work with cross-functional teams of Learning Executives, Engineers, Data scientists, and Designers to build the right things, then to build them well. Balance quality with speed, and clearly articulate reasons for nudging in one direction over the other. Communicate With the Company Communicate the right level of detail, at the right time, to multiple groups of stakeholders in the company. Make sure they know what you're doing, when, and that they have everything they need to do their jobs well. Help the whole team understand your vision and strategy. New Market Expansion Play a pivotal role in Up Learn's growth story by successfully expanding our products into new markets. Collaborate with commercial teams in Marketing and Sales to deliver go to market success. Change Lives The promise of tech companies to 'change the world' is a bit overdone now. It's rare for a product to come along where you can see directly the link from output to a better future. Our mission is not to solve schools' homework administration burden, for example. Our mission is to solve education. We believe virtually every child can be successful at the highest level, and we are building the system to make good on that belief. Below are just a couple of recent examples of feedback from students: I LOVE UPLEARN! AMAZING! So useful and helpful, honestly was so scared for the jump between a level and GCSE but Uplearn put all the knowledge into a format I could understand. The tutors are always there to help you and reply so so quickly! Everything you ever need from videos, questions, quizzes, exam questions is on Uplearn Date of experience: 23 February 2024 A - Economics Exam I was getting C's & D's in Economics before UpLearn and didn't understand too well the PED, YED, XED & PES for unit 3. I went through the lessons on UpLearn and got in the test with exam questions under exam conditions 61/66 getting an A (A was 52 marks). I also got a B in a Macroeconomics test that I did NO revision for whatsoever and at the time didn't even start that part on the UpLearn course. I will update my review after I get my results for my mock exams. Thank you for your reply UpLearn, just a little update I recently got 42/50 in a Microeconomics exam that I didn't actually revise much for which is a high A or the exact mark for an A . I also got 49/60 in a Macroeconomics exam which was an A. Date of experience: 21 February 2024 Hear directly from more of our students, here , and here . After your first year you will have achieved meaningful expansion of our products in the B2B market, with high levels of user and customer joy. As our Product Team continues to expand, you will be expected to help mentor and develop more junior product managers. About You If you don't meet every requirement below, but you still believe you're the right person for the job, we strongly encourage you to apply. You are already an experienced Senior Product Manager. We are looking for someone who understands that product management is an amalgam of art, science, and psychology. We are looking for a deep thinker and lifelong learner, as well as an adroit practitioner; someone who can exhibit both open-minded creative flair alongside structured and systematic thought. You will fit in well if you're someone who devours books, articles and podcasts about product management and design, always seeking to learn more and constantly develop. Specifically: Outcome-Oriented: You have an outstanding and demonstrable track record of managing the end-end product lifecycle, shipping product quickly and iterating to achieve dramatic business outcomes Communication: You possess exceptional communication skills, and are able to articulate the 'what,' 'why,' and 'why not' of our product decisions to a diverse audience, ranging from interns to the Company Leadership, while aligning cross-functional teams Experience: You can draw on experience from successful start-up and scale-up environments, showcasing your ability to lead teams and the outcomes of your efforts. You know what you're doing, and will hit the ground running Prioritisation: You exhibit expertise in managing competing demands, balancing multiple projects, and effectively prioritising work Intuition: You can quickly develop an intuition for new products and businesses, balancing a need for data with the need for action Additionally, please be sure that you are comfortable with the following: Working in a startup environment, where things can change fast and you might be asked to catch up or drop work to change direction very quickly A culture of personal and professional development and feedback - ideally this is an environment in which you thrive Above all, you care deeply about Up Learn's mission to solve education and improve students' lives At Up Learn, we welcome everyone and are committed to building inclusive teams. We celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work. We always follow the guidelines of the Equality Act in all aspects of recruitment, selection, employment, training, development and promotion opportunities at Up Learn. Up Learn offers generous remuneration, equity share options, and a fun, friendly, high-calibre team that trusts you and gives you the freedom to be brilliant. You will have the chance to define the future of education and make a meaningful contribution to the lives of thousands of students, and: Remuneration Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 (salaries and bands are reviewed annually in September) Equity options Employer-matched pension Perks scheme offering discounts & rewards at 30,000+ brands including up to 55% off cinema tickets Health & Wellbeing Level 6 (highest level) dental insurance Significantly enhanced maternity and paternity leave Cycle-to-Work: we are registered so you can buy a bike and accessories tax-free Eye Test & Glasses Reimbursement Company library: we have hundreds of books in our company library, topped up monthly with the most highly requested books. You can borrow a book whenever you like Unlimited budget for any work-related books you need Emergency support salary advance Mental health first aiders Family access to Up Learn: your family and close relatives get unlimited access to any Up Learn course for free! Time ️ Minimum 35 days of paid holiday per year made up of: 26 days of bookable holiday, plus UK bank holidays, plus unlimited 'extra days' (i.e. if you need a few more days, no problem) Hybrid working environment with two days in the office per week (one team day and one company day) and the rest is up to you! . click apply for full job details
May 15, 2024
Full time
About Us Up Learn has built the world's most effective learning experience. We've done this by combining cognitive science, instructional theory and artificial intelligence. Our mission is to create the most effective learning experiences in the world, and distribute access to as many students as possible Up Learn started with A Levels and developed courses that are: Effective: 97% of students that complete Up Learn courses achieve an A /A, starting from grades as low as Ds and Es Engaging: 23.5 million hours of learning thanks to Up Learn, and rising Scaling: tens of thousands of students use Up Learn today, either independently, or through one of our 400 schools, university or charity partners Up Learn has been growing fast, and is backed by investors that share our vision, including leading venture capital firm Forward Partners and the Branson family (Virgin). We now generate cash flows sufficient to grow without additional investment, and so aren't reliant on external investors to continue operating. We've only taken funding from investors who are aligned with our long-term vision for education. Social impact is critical to Up Learn's mission - for every student that pays, Up Learn gives a full scholarship to a student who can't. We are growing our incredible, 70+ strong team, and our internal mission is to make Up Learn one of the best places to work in the world. Becoming certified by Flexa was one step towards this mission, which you can find out more about here . The Role Over the first twelve months, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our B2B strategy and execution. Key responsibilities include: Discover Problems and Opportunities Interview students, teachers, school leaders and the leaders of Multi-Academy Trusts to understand schools' biggest challenges in implementing Up Learn. What is preventing them from using Up Learn to assure success for their pupils? What will help teachers make Up Learn the centre of their plan for their pupils' success? Synthesise market research and analyses to spot the biggest business opportunities. Set Vision and Strategy Articulate a clear vision and strategy for the success of the B2B side to our business, and how its success will contribute to our mission. Sell your vision and strategy to the company's executive team. Detail the Roadmap Validate the solutions that will execute your strategy. Balance competing demands between long-term vision and the short-term needs of customers and the business. Deliver the Roadmap Work with cross-functional teams of Learning Executives, Engineers, Data scientists, and Designers to build the right things, then to build them well. Balance quality with speed, and clearly articulate reasons for nudging in one direction over the other. Communicate With the Company Communicate the right level of detail, at the right time, to multiple groups of stakeholders in the company. Make sure they know what you're doing, when, and that they have everything they need to do their jobs well. Help the whole team understand your vision and strategy. New Market Expansion Play a pivotal role in Up Learn's growth story by successfully expanding our products into new markets. Collaborate with commercial teams in Marketing and Sales to deliver go to market success. Change Lives The promise of tech companies to 'change the world' is a bit overdone now. It's rare for a product to come along where you can see directly the link from output to a better future. Our mission is not to solve schools' homework administration burden, for example. Our mission is to solve education. We believe virtually every child can be successful at the highest level, and we are building the system to make good on that belief. Below are just a couple of recent examples of feedback from students: I LOVE UPLEARN! AMAZING! So useful and helpful, honestly was so scared for the jump between a level and GCSE but Uplearn put all the knowledge into a format I could understand. The tutors are always there to help you and reply so so quickly! Everything you ever need from videos, questions, quizzes, exam questions is on Uplearn Date of experience: 23 February 2024 A - Economics Exam I was getting C's & D's in Economics before UpLearn and didn't understand too well the PED, YED, XED & PES for unit 3. I went through the lessons on UpLearn and got in the test with exam questions under exam conditions 61/66 getting an A (A was 52 marks). I also got a B in a Macroeconomics test that I did NO revision for whatsoever and at the time didn't even start that part on the UpLearn course. I will update my review after I get my results for my mock exams. Thank you for your reply UpLearn, just a little update I recently got 42/50 in a Microeconomics exam that I didn't actually revise much for which is a high A or the exact mark for an A . I also got 49/60 in a Macroeconomics exam which was an A. Date of experience: 21 February 2024 Hear directly from more of our students, here , and here . After your first year you will have achieved meaningful expansion of our products in the B2B market, with high levels of user and customer joy. As our Product Team continues to expand, you will be expected to help mentor and develop more junior product managers. About You If you don't meet every requirement below, but you still believe you're the right person for the job, we strongly encourage you to apply. You are already an experienced Senior Product Manager. We are looking for someone who understands that product management is an amalgam of art, science, and psychology. We are looking for a deep thinker and lifelong learner, as well as an adroit practitioner; someone who can exhibit both open-minded creative flair alongside structured and systematic thought. You will fit in well if you're someone who devours books, articles and podcasts about product management and design, always seeking to learn more and constantly develop. Specifically: Outcome-Oriented: You have an outstanding and demonstrable track record of managing the end-end product lifecycle, shipping product quickly and iterating to achieve dramatic business outcomes Communication: You possess exceptional communication skills, and are able to articulate the 'what,' 'why,' and 'why not' of our product decisions to a diverse audience, ranging from interns to the Company Leadership, while aligning cross-functional teams Experience: You can draw on experience from successful start-up and scale-up environments, showcasing your ability to lead teams and the outcomes of your efforts. You know what you're doing, and will hit the ground running Prioritisation: You exhibit expertise in managing competing demands, balancing multiple projects, and effectively prioritising work Intuition: You can quickly develop an intuition for new products and businesses, balancing a need for data with the need for action Additionally, please be sure that you are comfortable with the following: Working in a startup environment, where things can change fast and you might be asked to catch up or drop work to change direction very quickly A culture of personal and professional development and feedback - ideally this is an environment in which you thrive Above all, you care deeply about Up Learn's mission to solve education and improve students' lives At Up Learn, we welcome everyone and are committed to building inclusive teams. We celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work. We always follow the guidelines of the Equality Act in all aspects of recruitment, selection, employment, training, development and promotion opportunities at Up Learn. Up Learn offers generous remuneration, equity share options, and a fun, friendly, high-calibre team that trusts you and gives you the freedom to be brilliant. You will have the chance to define the future of education and make a meaningful contribution to the lives of thousands of students, and: Remuneration Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 (salaries and bands are reviewed annually in September) Equity options Employer-matched pension Perks scheme offering discounts & rewards at 30,000+ brands including up to 55% off cinema tickets Health & Wellbeing Level 6 (highest level) dental insurance Significantly enhanced maternity and paternity leave Cycle-to-Work: we are registered so you can buy a bike and accessories tax-free Eye Test & Glasses Reimbursement Company library: we have hundreds of books in our company library, topped up monthly with the most highly requested books. You can borrow a book whenever you like Unlimited budget for any work-related books you need Emergency support salary advance Mental health first aiders Family access to Up Learn: your family and close relatives get unlimited access to any Up Learn course for free! Time ️ Minimum 35 days of paid holiday per year made up of: 26 days of bookable holiday, plus UK bank holidays, plus unlimited 'extra days' (i.e. if you need a few more days, no problem) Hybrid working environment with two days in the office per week (one team day and one company day) and the rest is up to you! . click apply for full job details
Consulting Director - Environment, Climate Policy Evaluation page is loaded Consulting Director - Environment, Climate Policy Evaluation Apply locations London (GB80) time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R At ICF, your evaluation and research skills deliver a real-world impact. Over the past two decades, we've become the leading provider of evaluation services to the UK's Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), as well as Natural England, the Environment Agency and other government agencies. We're now looking for an experienced evaluation service leader to join our talented team of experts in environmental and resource policies. This is your opportunity to shape the future of UK environmental policy, to see it in action, and to evaluate the difference it makes in the real world. The Monitoring and Evaluation (MEL) frameworks we have with Defra, and our established role on its Research and Development and Evidence framework, offer access to a range of secure, long-term opportunities that are unmatched in the sector. Why ICF? ICF's experts are thought leaders across a huge range of disciplines. Our approach is always collegiate and personal. You'll join a team that's focused only on delivering positive impact. Respect for new ideas and expertise means we're always ready to embrace differences. We're never afraid to ask if there is a better way to do something. This role offers you the chance to develop your career within a global business that takes a collaborative approach to working with our unrivalled network of experts here in the UK. We are looking for an experienced evaluation leader with expertise of applying evaluation methods in one more or the following policy areas, preferably in a UK context: Air quality Water quality Pollution Water resources Waste and resources Flood and coastal erosion risk management Climate change, climate adaptation and Net Zero Land use and land access. In your new role you will: Design and direct a portfolio of evaluation studies on government policies relating to the topics listed above. Contribute to the development and delivery of our wider evaluation service offer for the Defra family, working with our senior leadership. Provide technical, management and development support to colleagues who are at an earlier stage of career progression. You will come to us with: A strong track record in the design and delivery of environmental policy evaluations, research and analysis for the UK Government, working as a project director and service leader. An expert understanding of the theory and application of impact and/or process evaluation methods in accordance with Magenta Book guidance. Experience of leadership in a consulting or similar project-based environment. Strong project management and commercial skills and expertise in business or major programme leadership. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. This role will be positioned as a Consulting Director or Lead Managing Consultant level depending on experience. About us: Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. Learn more about what we do and our commitment to inclusion . The benefits of joining ICF: Our people at ICF are our most important asset, so we invest in them from the moment they arrive. When you join our team, you'll have access to a vast array of benefits to help you live your life well. We offer a hybrid working policy, which will provide you with the flexibility to collaborate in the office, as well as in the comfort of your own home, ensuring you are able to successfully deliver the requirements of your role. To support you, our employee wellbeing hub is designed to provide highly personalised support across a comprehensive range of wellbeing issues, such as mind, body, finances, community, career programs and HR support. We enjoy celebrating success, which is why we have a competitive recognition program called 'You Matter', which awards points as a 'thank you' for your work achievements. These can be spent on a large variety of high-quality items, as well as online or high-street vouchers, all with zero tax payable by the employee. ICF also offers a range of competitive benefits, which include: Single Private Medical Insurance cover with no restrictions on existing conditions. Dental insurance and an online GP service. 25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays (annual leave increases with years of service). Pension scheme with 5% of salary employer contribution Life assurance paying 4x annual salary and Group Income Protection paying 66% of salary for up to 5 years if you are off work on long-term sick. Enhanced parental leave policies, enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay. London (GB80) Similar Jobs (2) Consulting Director: Farming, food and environment policy evaluation locations 4 Locations time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago Principal Environmental Data Specialist locations 4 Locations time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at .
May 14, 2024
Full time
Consulting Director - Environment, Climate Policy Evaluation page is loaded Consulting Director - Environment, Climate Policy Evaluation Apply locations London (GB80) time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R At ICF, your evaluation and research skills deliver a real-world impact. Over the past two decades, we've become the leading provider of evaluation services to the UK's Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), as well as Natural England, the Environment Agency and other government agencies. We're now looking for an experienced evaluation service leader to join our talented team of experts in environmental and resource policies. This is your opportunity to shape the future of UK environmental policy, to see it in action, and to evaluate the difference it makes in the real world. The Monitoring and Evaluation (MEL) frameworks we have with Defra, and our established role on its Research and Development and Evidence framework, offer access to a range of secure, long-term opportunities that are unmatched in the sector. Why ICF? ICF's experts are thought leaders across a huge range of disciplines. Our approach is always collegiate and personal. You'll join a team that's focused only on delivering positive impact. Respect for new ideas and expertise means we're always ready to embrace differences. We're never afraid to ask if there is a better way to do something. This role offers you the chance to develop your career within a global business that takes a collaborative approach to working with our unrivalled network of experts here in the UK. We are looking for an experienced evaluation leader with expertise of applying evaluation methods in one more or the following policy areas, preferably in a UK context: Air quality Water quality Pollution Water resources Waste and resources Flood and coastal erosion risk management Climate change, climate adaptation and Net Zero Land use and land access. In your new role you will: Design and direct a portfolio of evaluation studies on government policies relating to the topics listed above. Contribute to the development and delivery of our wider evaluation service offer for the Defra family, working with our senior leadership. Provide technical, management and development support to colleagues who are at an earlier stage of career progression. You will come to us with: A strong track record in the design and delivery of environmental policy evaluations, research and analysis for the UK Government, working as a project director and service leader. An expert understanding of the theory and application of impact and/or process evaluation methods in accordance with Magenta Book guidance. Experience of leadership in a consulting or similar project-based environment. Strong project management and commercial skills and expertise in business or major programme leadership. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. This role will be positioned as a Consulting Director or Lead Managing Consultant level depending on experience. About us: Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. Learn more about what we do and our commitment to inclusion . The benefits of joining ICF: Our people at ICF are our most important asset, so we invest in them from the moment they arrive. When you join our team, you'll have access to a vast array of benefits to help you live your life well. We offer a hybrid working policy, which will provide you with the flexibility to collaborate in the office, as well as in the comfort of your own home, ensuring you are able to successfully deliver the requirements of your role. To support you, our employee wellbeing hub is designed to provide highly personalised support across a comprehensive range of wellbeing issues, such as mind, body, finances, community, career programs and HR support. We enjoy celebrating success, which is why we have a competitive recognition program called 'You Matter', which awards points as a 'thank you' for your work achievements. These can be spent on a large variety of high-quality items, as well as online or high-street vouchers, all with zero tax payable by the employee. ICF also offers a range of competitive benefits, which include: Single Private Medical Insurance cover with no restrictions on existing conditions. Dental insurance and an online GP service. 25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays (annual leave increases with years of service). Pension scheme with 5% of salary employer contribution Life assurance paying 4x annual salary and Group Income Protection paying 66% of salary for up to 5 years if you are off work on long-term sick. Enhanced parental leave policies, enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay. London (GB80) Similar Jobs (2) Consulting Director: Farming, food and environment policy evaluation locations 4 Locations time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago Principal Environmental Data Specialist locations 4 Locations time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at .
Consulting Director: Farming, food and environment policy evaluation page is loaded Consulting Director: Farming, food and environment policy evaluation Apply locations London (GB80) Plymouth (GB79) Leeds - Carlton Mills (GB77) Birmingham (GB56) time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R ICF is looking for an experienced evaluator, policy analyst and service leader with expertise in policies for farming, food and the environment, to support the delivery and growth of our work in this area in the UK. Recent contract awards have confirmed our status as the principal provider of evaluation support to Defra, Natural England, the Environment Agency, Marine Management Organisation and the rest of the Defra family. Our work covers issues at the top of today's policy agenda, including: Rural economy and agriculture Sustainable food production and the agri-food chain Restoring biodiversity and natural capital Blue economy, marine planning and conservation Sustainable fisheries Addressing climate change and net zero Pollution and circular economy Why ICF This role offers you the chance to develop your career within a global business, in a work environment that is collegiate and supportive. ICF are thought leaders across a wide range of disciplines, with an unrivalled network of experts. You'll join a team that's focused only on delivering high quality evidence and evaluation. We're always ready to embrace new ideas and approaches, and never afraid to ask if there is a better way to do something. This is work with impact. Ongoing growth in demand for our services in this area means we are creating a new role at Consulting Director with a special focus on farming, food and environmental policies. The successful candidate will direct projects in our portfolio and work as part of the management team for this important area of our business. The role is situated in an ICF line of business that is focused on delivery of policy research and evaluation to the UK Government and EU institutions, and which provides analysis and advice on a wide range of policy issues, from transport to justice, food to skills. The job role This is an exciting opportunity to work in a key policy area, alongside a team of highly motivated and skilled individuals, with opportunities for learning and growth. Your main responsibilities will be to: Work with senior managers to shape and deliver strategic growth for the team Manage large framework contracts, working with clients and research partners Lead and support technical excellence and innovation in evaluation and research Contribute knowledge and expertise in the land, food and agriculture policy area Direct projects to support project managers in delivering projects to time and budget Manage and mentor staff and project teams, as appropriate Lead business development opportunities and build networks and partnerships Profile and promote ICF evaluation and research expertise and work You will contribute to a diverse range of large and complex consulting projects, directing and managing teams. ICF will provide you with the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills further through excellent training and development support, a structured career pathway, our mentoring programme, communities of practice and line management arrangements. Who we are looking for We are looking for a strategic thinker and leader, and a strong team player, with a track record of excellence in consulting. You will have: A track record in delivering business growth and capacity building Proven experience of working with government at senior levels Expertise in policy evaluation, research and analysis Demonstrable knowledge and interest in land management, agriculture, food chain and environmental policies Experience of managing projects, budgets, teams and client interactions Excellent writing and oral communication skills Highly-developed interpersonal skills and self-motivation. About us: Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. Learn more about what we do and our commitment to inclusion . The benefits of joining ICF: Our people at ICF are our most important asset, so we invest in them from the moment they arrive. When you join our team, you'll have access to a vast array of benefits to help you live your life well. We offer a hybrid working policy, which will provide you with the flexibility to collaborate in the office, as well as in the comfort of your own home, ensuring you are able to successfully deliver the requirements of your role. To support you, our employee wellbeing hub is designed to provide highly personalised support across a comprehensive range of wellbeing issues, such as mind, body, finances, community, career programs and HR support. We enjoy celebrating success, which is why we have a competitive recognition program called 'You Matter', which awards points as a 'thank you' for your work achievements. These can be spent on a large variety of high-quality items, as well as online or high-street vouchers, all with zero tax payable by the employee. ICF also offers a range of competitive benefits, which include: Single Private Medical Insurance cover with no restrictions on existing conditions. Dental insurance and an online GP service. 25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays (annual leave increases with years of service). Pension scheme with 5% of salary employer contribution Life assurance paying 4x annual salary and Group Income Protection paying 66% of salary for up to 5 years if you are off work on long-term sick. Enhanced parental leave policies, enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay. London (GB80) Similar Jobs (2) Consulting Director - Environment, Climate Policy Evaluation locations London (GB80) time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday Principal Environmental Data Specialist locations 4 Locations time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at .
May 13, 2024
Full time
Consulting Director: Farming, food and environment policy evaluation page is loaded Consulting Director: Farming, food and environment policy evaluation Apply locations London (GB80) Plymouth (GB79) Leeds - Carlton Mills (GB77) Birmingham (GB56) time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R ICF is looking for an experienced evaluator, policy analyst and service leader with expertise in policies for farming, food and the environment, to support the delivery and growth of our work in this area in the UK. Recent contract awards have confirmed our status as the principal provider of evaluation support to Defra, Natural England, the Environment Agency, Marine Management Organisation and the rest of the Defra family. Our work covers issues at the top of today's policy agenda, including: Rural economy and agriculture Sustainable food production and the agri-food chain Restoring biodiversity and natural capital Blue economy, marine planning and conservation Sustainable fisheries Addressing climate change and net zero Pollution and circular economy Why ICF This role offers you the chance to develop your career within a global business, in a work environment that is collegiate and supportive. ICF are thought leaders across a wide range of disciplines, with an unrivalled network of experts. You'll join a team that's focused only on delivering high quality evidence and evaluation. We're always ready to embrace new ideas and approaches, and never afraid to ask if there is a better way to do something. This is work with impact. Ongoing growth in demand for our services in this area means we are creating a new role at Consulting Director with a special focus on farming, food and environmental policies. The successful candidate will direct projects in our portfolio and work as part of the management team for this important area of our business. The role is situated in an ICF line of business that is focused on delivery of policy research and evaluation to the UK Government and EU institutions, and which provides analysis and advice on a wide range of policy issues, from transport to justice, food to skills. The job role This is an exciting opportunity to work in a key policy area, alongside a team of highly motivated and skilled individuals, with opportunities for learning and growth. Your main responsibilities will be to: Work with senior managers to shape and deliver strategic growth for the team Manage large framework contracts, working with clients and research partners Lead and support technical excellence and innovation in evaluation and research Contribute knowledge and expertise in the land, food and agriculture policy area Direct projects to support project managers in delivering projects to time and budget Manage and mentor staff and project teams, as appropriate Lead business development opportunities and build networks and partnerships Profile and promote ICF evaluation and research expertise and work You will contribute to a diverse range of large and complex consulting projects, directing and managing teams. ICF will provide you with the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills further through excellent training and development support, a structured career pathway, our mentoring programme, communities of practice and line management arrangements. Who we are looking for We are looking for a strategic thinker and leader, and a strong team player, with a track record of excellence in consulting. You will have: A track record in delivering business growth and capacity building Proven experience of working with government at senior levels Expertise in policy evaluation, research and analysis Demonstrable knowledge and interest in land management, agriculture, food chain and environmental policies Experience of managing projects, budgets, teams and client interactions Excellent writing and oral communication skills Highly-developed interpersonal skills and self-motivation. About us: Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. Learn more about what we do and our commitment to inclusion . The benefits of joining ICF: Our people at ICF are our most important asset, so we invest in them from the moment they arrive. When you join our team, you'll have access to a vast array of benefits to help you live your life well. We offer a hybrid working policy, which will provide you with the flexibility to collaborate in the office, as well as in the comfort of your own home, ensuring you are able to successfully deliver the requirements of your role. To support you, our employee wellbeing hub is designed to provide highly personalised support across a comprehensive range of wellbeing issues, such as mind, body, finances, community, career programs and HR support. We enjoy celebrating success, which is why we have a competitive recognition program called 'You Matter', which awards points as a 'thank you' for your work achievements. These can be spent on a large variety of high-quality items, as well as online or high-street vouchers, all with zero tax payable by the employee. ICF also offers a range of competitive benefits, which include: Single Private Medical Insurance cover with no restrictions on existing conditions. Dental insurance and an online GP service. 25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays (annual leave increases with years of service). Pension scheme with 5% of salary employer contribution Life assurance paying 4x annual salary and Group Income Protection paying 66% of salary for up to 5 years if you are off work on long-term sick. Enhanced parental leave policies, enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay. London (GB80) Similar Jobs (2) Consulting Director - Environment, Climate Policy Evaluation locations London (GB80) time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday Principal Environmental Data Specialist locations 4 Locations time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at .
Job Description Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride. Working as part of a cross functional team, you deliver the RDQ activities required to complete new product development, portfolio maintenance and/or productivity projects with an emphasis on meeting the desired consumer experience. How you will contribute With the support and guidance of a manager, you will organize and execute projects in line with RDQ, marketing and manufacturing requirements, effectively communicating status and risks. You will plan and conduct pilot plant and factory trials in accordance with good manufacturing practice and HACCP requirements and development activities (e.g. product shelf-life testing, designing for quality, consumer test preparation etc.). You will also write technical reports that will require the analysis and interpretation of results and that lead to conclusions and recommendations and create and maintain accurate consumer-led specifications. What you will bring A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge: Food science, science, or engineering ideally in a fast-moving consumer goods market Working on teams and independently with the guidance of a manager Prioritizing and managing activities Identifying problems proactively and creating and implementing solutions independently Applying fundamental technical understanding to interpret and analyze data to reach clear conclusions Communicating effectively verbally and in writing, including technical writing Putting the consumer at the heart of development activities More about this role What you need to know about this position: Ernest Jackson & Co Ltd exists to deliver the best tasting healthcare products to consumers. Unique to Mondelez international, Ernest Jackson has a locally managed Research and Development function whose goal is to: Develop the right healthcare products to meet the needs of the consumer and enable a competitive edge for the business. As a member of the R&D department this role develops new; food, nutraceutical and pharmaceutical products for predominantly UK markets but also international export. You will develop recipes, specifications, standards and manufacturing procedures for new products. Creating protocols for safe and effective trialing and testing, and producing reports that justify the efficacy of our products for release to market. This will all be completed in accordance with GMP, HACCP, ICH, MHRA, FDA, FSSC and health & safety guidelines and regulations. The Research and Development Department performs a wide range of projects in support of Ernest Jackson Business Objectives. Therefore, as well as product development, the development scientist is also expected to support process upgrades and production efficiencies. In this role you will support other business functions in ensuring any changes to process consider and mitigate the impact to product. This will include supporting and running trials, validation work, process design and supporting the creation of process parameters. You will be expected to work in an organised manner within tight deadlines to ensure that projects are delivered within expected time scales. The role holder will have or develop a working knowledge of both licenced medicine regulations and the nutritional landscape in order to design and develop new products that meet market and regulatory needs. The successful individual will be required to conduct project work on a wide range of projects, from development of new functional food (nutraceutical) products (most likely supporting another scientist), reviewing and controlling raw material changes, collating and reviewing product data used to justify characteristics including but not limited to analytical data of vitamins and minerals and organoleptic data of finished products. The successful individual would need to be able to work flexibly from site, we'd aim to retain at least a Mdlz 50:50 time split between home and office. The individual will need to supervise trials on site, support changes, conduct testing and taste panels on site. Looking for a candidate that can start as soon as possible The successful candidate would most likely be involved in our sustainability goals, investigating the impact of recyclable materials on our products and their shelf life What extra ingredients you will bring: Strong communication skills to sell ideas and solutions to senior stakeholders Inquisitive; the successful candidate will support with root cause investigations, looking for someone who will keep digging, keep investigating and ruling things out, good at crunching data. Process orientated; R&D support the business in maintaining robust GMP processes Data driven; goes without saying we crunch data and solve a lot of issues that require evidence Other stuff The successful individual will have exposure to pharmaceutical products and pharmaceutical development but unlikely to lead on any pharmaceutical projects, might be a selling point Potentially open to individuals with Engineering background instead of food development/Chemistry/science background if they're the right fit Education / Certifications: Must BSc in Chemistry, life science, or other scientific discipline Proficient in MS Office applications especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Fluent in English (written and spoken communication) Preferred Experience in product development Some experience in the FMCG sector Experience in a lab environment (we don't develop in one, but some skills are transferable) Experience in project-based work/development Knowledge in Food product law/technical aspects of food development Job specific requirements: Must Be able to work in an agile manor, capable of working on multiple tracks of work/objectives at once Be inquisitive, want to learn and develop their understanding, willing to ask questions and reasons Strong interpersonal skills, good influencing ability Passion Understand timelines/deadlines Good ability to plan and organise own work, prioritising where necessary Integrity/honesty/trust Attention to detail Process orientated: won't struggle with prescriptive processes or being bound by pharmaceutical regulations Preferred Confident presenting ideas Strong stakeholder management and persuasion skills Good commercial awareness Analytical thought process: able to define ways to test and prove concepts, a rigorous scientific approach Financial understanding of costs/impacts/benefits Work schedule: This is a maternity cover fixed term contract. This role offers hybrid working. The responsibilities of this position are performed within the framework of a regional business model that is defined and managed by Mondelēz Europe GmbH, Switzerland . No Relocation support available Business Unit Summary At Mondelez Europe, we are proud, not only of the iconic brands we make, but also of the people who make them. Our delicious products are created in 52 plants across Europe by more than 28,000 passionate people. We are the top maker of chocolate and biscuits and a leading maker of gum and candy. We make sure our powerful global brands and local jewels like Cadbury , Milka and Alpen Gold chocolates, Oreo , belVita , LU and Tuc biscuits, and Stimorol and Dirol gums get safely into our customers hands-and mouths. Great people and great brands. That's who we are. Join us on our journey to continue leading the future of snacking around the world by offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Product development Science & Engineering
Sep 23, 2022
Full time
Job Description Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride. Working as part of a cross functional team, you deliver the RDQ activities required to complete new product development, portfolio maintenance and/or productivity projects with an emphasis on meeting the desired consumer experience. How you will contribute With the support and guidance of a manager, you will organize and execute projects in line with RDQ, marketing and manufacturing requirements, effectively communicating status and risks. You will plan and conduct pilot plant and factory trials in accordance with good manufacturing practice and HACCP requirements and development activities (e.g. product shelf-life testing, designing for quality, consumer test preparation etc.). You will also write technical reports that will require the analysis and interpretation of results and that lead to conclusions and recommendations and create and maintain accurate consumer-led specifications. What you will bring A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge: Food science, science, or engineering ideally in a fast-moving consumer goods market Working on teams and independently with the guidance of a manager Prioritizing and managing activities Identifying problems proactively and creating and implementing solutions independently Applying fundamental technical understanding to interpret and analyze data to reach clear conclusions Communicating effectively verbally and in writing, including technical writing Putting the consumer at the heart of development activities More about this role What you need to know about this position: Ernest Jackson & Co Ltd exists to deliver the best tasting healthcare products to consumers. Unique to Mondelez international, Ernest Jackson has a locally managed Research and Development function whose goal is to: Develop the right healthcare products to meet the needs of the consumer and enable a competitive edge for the business. As a member of the R&D department this role develops new; food, nutraceutical and pharmaceutical products for predominantly UK markets but also international export. You will develop recipes, specifications, standards and manufacturing procedures for new products. Creating protocols for safe and effective trialing and testing, and producing reports that justify the efficacy of our products for release to market. This will all be completed in accordance with GMP, HACCP, ICH, MHRA, FDA, FSSC and health & safety guidelines and regulations. The Research and Development Department performs a wide range of projects in support of Ernest Jackson Business Objectives. Therefore, as well as product development, the development scientist is also expected to support process upgrades and production efficiencies. In this role you will support other business functions in ensuring any changes to process consider and mitigate the impact to product. This will include supporting and running trials, validation work, process design and supporting the creation of process parameters. You will be expected to work in an organised manner within tight deadlines to ensure that projects are delivered within expected time scales. The role holder will have or develop a working knowledge of both licenced medicine regulations and the nutritional landscape in order to design and develop new products that meet market and regulatory needs. The successful individual will be required to conduct project work on a wide range of projects, from development of new functional food (nutraceutical) products (most likely supporting another scientist), reviewing and controlling raw material changes, collating and reviewing product data used to justify characteristics including but not limited to analytical data of vitamins and minerals and organoleptic data of finished products. The successful individual would need to be able to work flexibly from site, we'd aim to retain at least a Mdlz 50:50 time split between home and office. The individual will need to supervise trials on site, support changes, conduct testing and taste panels on site. Looking for a candidate that can start as soon as possible The successful candidate would most likely be involved in our sustainability goals, investigating the impact of recyclable materials on our products and their shelf life What extra ingredients you will bring: Strong communication skills to sell ideas and solutions to senior stakeholders Inquisitive; the successful candidate will support with root cause investigations, looking for someone who will keep digging, keep investigating and ruling things out, good at crunching data. Process orientated; R&D support the business in maintaining robust GMP processes Data driven; goes without saying we crunch data and solve a lot of issues that require evidence Other stuff The successful individual will have exposure to pharmaceutical products and pharmaceutical development but unlikely to lead on any pharmaceutical projects, might be a selling point Potentially open to individuals with Engineering background instead of food development/Chemistry/science background if they're the right fit Education / Certifications: Must BSc in Chemistry, life science, or other scientific discipline Proficient in MS Office applications especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Fluent in English (written and spoken communication) Preferred Experience in product development Some experience in the FMCG sector Experience in a lab environment (we don't develop in one, but some skills are transferable) Experience in project-based work/development Knowledge in Food product law/technical aspects of food development Job specific requirements: Must Be able to work in an agile manor, capable of working on multiple tracks of work/objectives at once Be inquisitive, want to learn and develop their understanding, willing to ask questions and reasons Strong interpersonal skills, good influencing ability Passion Understand timelines/deadlines Good ability to plan and organise own work, prioritising where necessary Integrity/honesty/trust Attention to detail Process orientated: won't struggle with prescriptive processes or being bound by pharmaceutical regulations Preferred Confident presenting ideas Strong stakeholder management and persuasion skills Good commercial awareness Analytical thought process: able to define ways to test and prove concepts, a rigorous scientific approach Financial understanding of costs/impacts/benefits Work schedule: This is a maternity cover fixed term contract. This role offers hybrid working. The responsibilities of this position are performed within the framework of a regional business model that is defined and managed by Mondelēz Europe GmbH, Switzerland . No Relocation support available Business Unit Summary At Mondelez Europe, we are proud, not only of the iconic brands we make, but also of the people who make them. Our delicious products are created in 52 plants across Europe by more than 28,000 passionate people. We are the top maker of chocolate and biscuits and a leading maker of gum and candy. We make sure our powerful global brands and local jewels like Cadbury , Milka and Alpen Gold chocolates, Oreo , belVita , LU and Tuc biscuits, and Stimorol and Dirol gums get safely into our customers hands-and mouths. Great people and great brands. That's who we are. Join us on our journey to continue leading the future of snacking around the world by offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Product development Science & Engineering
Senior Data Scientist A marketing client of mine is looking to onboard a Senior Data Scientist on a full time, permanent basis. This will involve working with a friendly, hard-working team at a scale-up tech company. With offices based in London, this role offers hybrid working, requiring you to be in the office only 2 days a week...... click apply for full job details
Dec 04, 2021
Full time
Senior Data Scientist A marketing client of mine is looking to onboard a Senior Data Scientist on a full time, permanent basis. This will involve working with a friendly, hard-working team at a scale-up tech company. With offices based in London, this role offers hybrid working, requiring you to be in the office only 2 days a week...... click apply for full job details
As a Senior Data Science Product Owner, you will be accountable for the design and development of the analytical solutions using a variety of technologies, and techniques, working alongside IT, business and data science colleagues, across the TUI Group source markets. We are looking for experienced Senior Data Science Product Owners to become part of our ambitious commercial analytics team, as we embark on an exciting transformation developing a single data platform. You will be working with the latest technology, with access to ongoing learning and opportunities for self-development, whilst establishing yourself in our global network of experts. We are an international team with people based in multiple markets across Europe and we aim to design solutions to be deployed across multiple markets so although location is flexible some travel will be required. TUI group sees the application of data and analytics as a core source of competitive advantage in the drive to deliver market leading personalised customer experiences which maximise the value captured from our extensive product range whilst operating at maximum efficiency. This is a great time to join the team which is taking a key role in driving the digital transformation within TUI by developing new data solutions across the business. TUI has always been a data driven business. The team has developed and manages an in-house yield solution automating the management of 50 million prices on an hourly basis and now deployed across 4 markets in the group. TUI are significantly investing in the area of data science both from a technology and people perspective including new investments in training and we have a number of ambitious projects in progress across commercial, digital, airline and customer. You will work alongside and learn from our global network of analytics and data experts and have the opportunity to shape your career in a wide variety of different roles across the global analytics teams. This role can be based in either our Luton, Hannover, Rijswijk, Oostende or Stockholm office. How you will make an impact as a Senior Data Science Product Owner There are many ways for you to get involved: As a Senior Data Science Product Owner, you may have sole responsibility for a data science product or may have specific areas of focus for a larger product. You will need to work with multiple senior stakeholders to deliver business value playing roles at all stages of the solution development cycle. You will be expected to understand the business problem and identify potential data solutions. You will have a key role in structuring, scoping the solutions and prioritising work. You are also likely to be involved in the development of solutions and ensuring successful implementation and driving the benefits from the solution. You may work across multiple projects and will normally be part of a larger agile team of developers, architects and data scientists. You may also have a role to coach and manage more junior analytics team members. We are currently working on a number of very important and interesting projects, which use leading edge technology and are key to TUI's growth plans with high visibility at the executive level. There has never been a more exciting time to join the team. What you will bring as a Senior Data Science Product Owner There is more than one way to the perfect fit - here are some of the ideal things: Proven experience of structuring and solving complex business problems using data and technology Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship skills. Comfortable managing and influencing senior stakeholders. Structured and logical thinker with strong financial and commercial acumen. A strong background in analytics with hands on experience in developing data and analytics solutions Strong interest in technology and commitment to application of data and science in decision-making. Customer and internal client centric - working in partnership with both internal "customers", and external customers, balancing this with commercial and business drivers and goals. Experience working across boundaries and with multi-cultural teams. Proactive attitude and approach. Self-motivated individual who takes initiative and works collaboratively; Ability to manage ambiguity and quickly adapt to changes in priority; TUI and you Fantastic holiday benefits including discounts, special offers and the ability to purchase additional 'TUI time off' Health and Wellbeing support in five key areas - Financial, Health, Social, Community and Career Discretionary Bonus Scheme Private Medical Insurance, single cover with option to add dependants Permanent Health Insurance Pension scheme, life assurance and options to buy shares At TUI, we know people are as diverse as the destinations we send our customers to. ?Just as travel is about exploration, we are on a continuous journey to make our work culture more inclusive.? Spending time with us, whether you are at work or on holiday, enables you to relax and be yourself in a safe environment. ?We love to see your uniqueness shine through and inspire the future of travel.? If you would like to read more about what Diversity & Inclusion means to us simply visit Our DNA
Mar 31, 2021
Full time
As a Senior Data Science Product Owner, you will be accountable for the design and development of the analytical solutions using a variety of technologies, and techniques, working alongside IT, business and data science colleagues, across the TUI Group source markets. We are looking for experienced Senior Data Science Product Owners to become part of our ambitious commercial analytics team, as we embark on an exciting transformation developing a single data platform. You will be working with the latest technology, with access to ongoing learning and opportunities for self-development, whilst establishing yourself in our global network of experts. We are an international team with people based in multiple markets across Europe and we aim to design solutions to be deployed across multiple markets so although location is flexible some travel will be required. TUI group sees the application of data and analytics as a core source of competitive advantage in the drive to deliver market leading personalised customer experiences which maximise the value captured from our extensive product range whilst operating at maximum efficiency. This is a great time to join the team which is taking a key role in driving the digital transformation within TUI by developing new data solutions across the business. TUI has always been a data driven business. The team has developed and manages an in-house yield solution automating the management of 50 million prices on an hourly basis and now deployed across 4 markets in the group. TUI are significantly investing in the area of data science both from a technology and people perspective including new investments in training and we have a number of ambitious projects in progress across commercial, digital, airline and customer. You will work alongside and learn from our global network of analytics and data experts and have the opportunity to shape your career in a wide variety of different roles across the global analytics teams. This role can be based in either our Luton, Hannover, Rijswijk, Oostende or Stockholm office. How you will make an impact as a Senior Data Science Product Owner There are many ways for you to get involved: As a Senior Data Science Product Owner, you may have sole responsibility for a data science product or may have specific areas of focus for a larger product. You will need to work with multiple senior stakeholders to deliver business value playing roles at all stages of the solution development cycle. You will be expected to understand the business problem and identify potential data solutions. You will have a key role in structuring, scoping the solutions and prioritising work. You are also likely to be involved in the development of solutions and ensuring successful implementation and driving the benefits from the solution. You may work across multiple projects and will normally be part of a larger agile team of developers, architects and data scientists. You may also have a role to coach and manage more junior analytics team members. We are currently working on a number of very important and interesting projects, which use leading edge technology and are key to TUI's growth plans with high visibility at the executive level. There has never been a more exciting time to join the team. What you will bring as a Senior Data Science Product Owner There is more than one way to the perfect fit - here are some of the ideal things: Proven experience of structuring and solving complex business problems using data and technology Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship skills. Comfortable managing and influencing senior stakeholders. Structured and logical thinker with strong financial and commercial acumen. A strong background in analytics with hands on experience in developing data and analytics solutions Strong interest in technology and commitment to application of data and science in decision-making. Customer and internal client centric - working in partnership with both internal "customers", and external customers, balancing this with commercial and business drivers and goals. Experience working across boundaries and with multi-cultural teams. Proactive attitude and approach. Self-motivated individual who takes initiative and works collaboratively; Ability to manage ambiguity and quickly adapt to changes in priority; TUI and you Fantastic holiday benefits including discounts, special offers and the ability to purchase additional 'TUI time off' Health and Wellbeing support in five key areas - Financial, Health, Social, Community and Career Discretionary Bonus Scheme Private Medical Insurance, single cover with option to add dependants Permanent Health Insurance Pension scheme, life assurance and options to buy shares At TUI, we know people are as diverse as the destinations we send our customers to. ?Just as travel is about exploration, we are on a continuous journey to make our work culture more inclusive.? Spending time with us, whether you are at work or on holiday, enables you to relax and be yourself in a safe environment. ?We love to see your uniqueness shine through and inspire the future of travel.? If you would like to read more about what Diversity & Inclusion means to us simply visit Our DNA
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PLEASE MENTION THE GREENJOBS NETWORK OF WEBSITES WHEN APPLYING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Senior Consultant - Corporate Real Estate (CRE) We are looking for simply amazing people who can inspire, excite, and have absolute passion in their work. People that want to join a team which is at the leading edge of sustainability and work with some of the most ambitious companies to tackle climate change and deliver impact. Our team of sustainability strategists, engineers and data scientists are brought together by a rare purpose-driven, entrepreneurial culture, valued by clients for our ability to deliver action. We love what we do and aim to make sustainability fun, exciting and impactful for both the planet and our client's businesses. OVERVIEW OF CRE WITHIN CARBON INTELLIGENCE (CI) We are one of the leading ESG and sustainability advisory firms for supporting CRE organisations. CRE represents ~50% of our business and we are members of key real estate forums including AREF, GRESB, and UK-GBC. As part of our strategy: • We work with major blue-chip clients include Aviva Investors, BlackRock, Canary Wharf Group and Federated Hermes. • We provide market-leading strategic services such as Net Zero and Science Based Targets (we have supported nearly 50% of UK organisations who have 'Paris proofed' Science based Targets). We also contribute to industry thought leadership. • We currently have 48,000 buildings on our data platform global. We have ambitious growth plans across Europe. • We have an award-winning building optimisation and cost reducing programmes (average 14% savings). THE PERSON This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, bright and driven individual to join our growing team of strategy and engagement consultants. As a senior member of the team, you will be passionate leader and an effective communicator. You will have proven your ability to influence change within a company to deliver our purpose of helping business play its part in building a zero-carbon world. You will have sustainability consulting experience or worked in an in-house role, and you will have been responsible for strategy development, implementation and communication. You will have technical knowledge relating to our services and a strong understanding of how companies can achieve net zero emissions. Above all you will have a high level of self-motivation, a commitment to personal growth and you will thrive in working in a fast-paced client-driven environment. THE ROLE The role offers significant scope to learn and develop as part of a leading team in the sector, working with us to enable a global zero carbon economy. Each week more and more organisations commit to becoming net zero, driven by both a sense of purpose and ever-increasing pressure from their clients, investors, employees and other key stakeholders. Globally, Greta Thunberg's words opened a dialogue where the role of business in planetary and human wellbeing has become front-page news. You will be a member of the Commercial real estate consulting team, leading work with our major clients in Commercial real estate and specialising in Net Zero Strategy, Reporting and decarbonisation services. Key responsibilities include the following: • Client relationship management o Relationship building with multiple individuals in large and complex clients. o Programme management of client delivery with a focus on quality and timeliness. o The ability to challenge and shape our client's real estate strategy. • Service delivery and improvement o Leading projects with complex clients to build and implement ambitious sustainability strategies that enable clients to transition to net zero. This includes delivering GHG reporting and scope 3 strategies. o Designing and delivering stakeholder engagement and behaviour change programmes that engage and inspire people to take practical actions that will have a positive environmental impact. This includes tenant or supplier engagement. o Working with clients to meet mandatory and voluntary disclosure requirements. These reporting requirements include NetZero, GRESB, Science Based Target, SECR, UNPRI, EPRA, and TCFD. o Scaling consultancy services through effective resourcing, developing processes and coaching the team o Effective project management to ensure the delivery team meet the requirement of the client. o An understanding of how real estate companies operate and the role of ESG within their strategies. • Communication and people o Empathy, intuition and influencing skills to draw out priorities, consolidate thinking and get buy-in to the proposed route forward. o Excellent presentation skills and ability to lead workshops with business leaders. o Leading teams and supporting colleagues with personal development. o The ability to present and write in French and German is desired. THE CULTURE The culture of Carbon Intelligence is collaborative, innovative and open. Our employees have described us as 'a really special business' and one where 'people are valued and can both grow themselves and help with our core purpose of driving businesses towards a zero-carbon economy'. Our clients describe us a 'breath of fresh air'. DESIRED CAPABILITIES • 5 years+ relevant experience in climate change related work • Consultancy experience, including client relationship management. • Behaviour change, stakeholder engagement and sustainability communications experience for large and complex companies • Experience delivering real estate reporting, including NetZero, GRESB, Science Based Target, UNPRI, EPRA, TCFD • An understanding of frameworks developed by the UK-GBC and BBP, such as the guidance on scope 3 and net-zero. • Developing decarbonisation strategies and setting targets for large and complex companies • Technical knowledge relating to our strategy and reporting services (ESG disclosure, GHG calculation and reporting, sustainability strategy, science-based targets) • Project and programme management experience • Preparing reports, presentations, and papers on sustainability programmes • Leading workshops and meetings • Fluent French/German speaker desired If you would like the opportunity to join our fresh, forward-thinking team, please apply via francesca.lord(at)carbon.ci CLOSING DATE Sunday 25 April 2021 TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Mar 17, 2021
Full time
PLEASE MENTION THE GREENJOBS NETWORK OF WEBSITES WHEN APPLYING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Senior Consultant - Corporate Real Estate (CRE) We are looking for simply amazing people who can inspire, excite, and have absolute passion in their work. People that want to join a team which is at the leading edge of sustainability and work with some of the most ambitious companies to tackle climate change and deliver impact. Our team of sustainability strategists, engineers and data scientists are brought together by a rare purpose-driven, entrepreneurial culture, valued by clients for our ability to deliver action. We love what we do and aim to make sustainability fun, exciting and impactful for both the planet and our client's businesses. OVERVIEW OF CRE WITHIN CARBON INTELLIGENCE (CI) We are one of the leading ESG and sustainability advisory firms for supporting CRE organisations. CRE represents ~50% of our business and we are members of key real estate forums including AREF, GRESB, and UK-GBC. As part of our strategy: • We work with major blue-chip clients include Aviva Investors, BlackRock, Canary Wharf Group and Federated Hermes. • We provide market-leading strategic services such as Net Zero and Science Based Targets (we have supported nearly 50% of UK organisations who have 'Paris proofed' Science based Targets). We also contribute to industry thought leadership. • We currently have 48,000 buildings on our data platform global. We have ambitious growth plans across Europe. • We have an award-winning building optimisation and cost reducing programmes (average 14% savings). THE PERSON This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, bright and driven individual to join our growing team of strategy and engagement consultants. As a senior member of the team, you will be passionate leader and an effective communicator. You will have proven your ability to influence change within a company to deliver our purpose of helping business play its part in building a zero-carbon world. You will have sustainability consulting experience or worked in an in-house role, and you will have been responsible for strategy development, implementation and communication. You will have technical knowledge relating to our services and a strong understanding of how companies can achieve net zero emissions. Above all you will have a high level of self-motivation, a commitment to personal growth and you will thrive in working in a fast-paced client-driven environment. THE ROLE The role offers significant scope to learn and develop as part of a leading team in the sector, working with us to enable a global zero carbon economy. Each week more and more organisations commit to becoming net zero, driven by both a sense of purpose and ever-increasing pressure from their clients, investors, employees and other key stakeholders. Globally, Greta Thunberg's words opened a dialogue where the role of business in planetary and human wellbeing has become front-page news. You will be a member of the Commercial real estate consulting team, leading work with our major clients in Commercial real estate and specialising in Net Zero Strategy, Reporting and decarbonisation services. Key responsibilities include the following: • Client relationship management o Relationship building with multiple individuals in large and complex clients. o Programme management of client delivery with a focus on quality and timeliness. o The ability to challenge and shape our client's real estate strategy. • Service delivery and improvement o Leading projects with complex clients to build and implement ambitious sustainability strategies that enable clients to transition to net zero. This includes delivering GHG reporting and scope 3 strategies. o Designing and delivering stakeholder engagement and behaviour change programmes that engage and inspire people to take practical actions that will have a positive environmental impact. This includes tenant or supplier engagement. o Working with clients to meet mandatory and voluntary disclosure requirements. These reporting requirements include NetZero, GRESB, Science Based Target, SECR, UNPRI, EPRA, and TCFD. o Scaling consultancy services through effective resourcing, developing processes and coaching the team o Effective project management to ensure the delivery team meet the requirement of the client. o An understanding of how real estate companies operate and the role of ESG within their strategies. • Communication and people o Empathy, intuition and influencing skills to draw out priorities, consolidate thinking and get buy-in to the proposed route forward. o Excellent presentation skills and ability to lead workshops with business leaders. o Leading teams and supporting colleagues with personal development. o The ability to present and write in French and German is desired. THE CULTURE The culture of Carbon Intelligence is collaborative, innovative and open. Our employees have described us as 'a really special business' and one where 'people are valued and can both grow themselves and help with our core purpose of driving businesses towards a zero-carbon economy'. Our clients describe us a 'breath of fresh air'. DESIRED CAPABILITIES • 5 years+ relevant experience in climate change related work • Consultancy experience, including client relationship management. • Behaviour change, stakeholder engagement and sustainability communications experience for large and complex companies • Experience delivering real estate reporting, including NetZero, GRESB, Science Based Target, UNPRI, EPRA, TCFD • An understanding of frameworks developed by the UK-GBC and BBP, such as the guidance on scope 3 and net-zero. • Developing decarbonisation strategies and setting targets for large and complex companies • Technical knowledge relating to our strategy and reporting services (ESG disclosure, GHG calculation and reporting, sustainability strategy, science-based targets) • Project and programme management experience • Preparing reports, presentations, and papers on sustainability programmes • Leading workshops and meetings • Fluent French/German speaker desired If you would like the opportunity to join our fresh, forward-thinking team, please apply via francesca.lord(at)carbon.ci CLOSING DATE Sunday 25 April 2021 TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS