Lead Security Researcher - Systems Specialist Ref. 910 Department Technology & Innovation Salary £61,204 - £65,784 Job description Opportunity to apply for additional skills allowance up to £3,500 after 12 months Full-time, part-time and flexible working patterns available (minimum coverage 3 days per week) Secure infrastructure is the target. Think like the opposition. Architect the attack. You re the type of person who s quick to learn about unfamiliar systems and technologies and enjoy being the first to approach the problem and that s exactly what you ll get to do. At HMGCC, you ll combine your experience and knowledge of common vulnerabilities with a creative and open mind to identify the weakest points in a system. You ll direct and coordinate the work of vulnerability researchers and build representative model environments for others to attack. Alongside the Head of Profession, you ll identify the learning and development opportunities you need to help you progress, both from internal courses as well as external. This is not an IT pen testing role this is about taking the gloves off to achieve objectives. Because that s what our opposition can, and will, do to compromise our infrastructure. More About You You will already have, Experience in a relevant technical development discipline (electronic hardware, software, firmware, systems). An interest in developing and proving attack surfaces for systems. Experience of leading teams & task management. To strengthen your application, it would be beneficial if you have one or more of the following (but these are not essential), Experience of design, implementation, testing or maintenance of at least one of the following; Information Technology Systems Control Systems Communications Systems Experience of hardware-in-the-loop testing. Your Personal Skills You will be the type of person who, Thrives on learning about unfamiliar technologies and how customers deploy and use them. Communicates technical concepts fluently to a range of audiences from non-technical senior customers through to experienced vulnerability researchers. Approaches problems with an open and inquiring mind. Can adapt. Change and innovation is a big part of our organisation. You will be able to adapt with the support of your team and management. Putting your skills to use Using your diverse range of skills within the team, you will, Develop an understanding of systems used by our customers and understanding what impactful attacks against them would like. Develop and document the attack surface for systems. Lead a small team of vulnerability researchers and developers to produce proof-of-concept attacks to demonstrate critical system vulnerabilities. Lead the build of a representative test environment. Lead verification of attacks demonstrated by the team. Take first line responsibility for communicating findings and potential mitigations to stakeholders. What we Offer Now that we ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here s what we can offer you, 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years service. 8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to your annual leave. 2 additional days leave (set dates through the year). Paid overtime or TOIL. Your salary is for your contracted hours. If you work more, and sometimes it s needed, we believe you should be rewarded for that. Lots and lots of training. This can be anything from a day internal course to a distant learning degree. If it s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you. Our Pension scheme is Alpha. It s competitive. Sports & Social Society. Whether its classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you. On site nursery (subject to availability). 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice. Free parking. Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day. Relocation Package Affinity Groups whether you are disabled, LGBTQ and/or from an Ethnic Minority. We provide an inclusive environment and support for everyone. About HMGCC We re HMGCC, Her Majesty s Government Communications Centre. You may not have heard of us before. That s because our customers are other UK Government Departments. Using our collective expertise, we develop communication systems for our customers that are innovative, reliable and totally secure to protect national security at home and overseas. We invest in our people, not only with training but also support throughout your career with us; to allow you to reach your full potential at work, as well as enjoy the work/life balance many aspire to. To find out more about us and if we re right for you, please click here . Equal Opportunities Inclusion & Diversity really matters to us. It's not just about numbers or visible differences. HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse. We re not looking for any one type of person. We re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other's differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do. We are proud to offer candidates the opportunity to apply through the Offer of Interview Scheme. The scheme ensures eligible candidates are selected for an interview as long as their application meets the minimum criteria for the role. To find out more and how you can apply under this scheme, please see the inclusion and diversity information on our website. Apply now Discover more by clicking apply below. Our Recruitment Team will process your application once the role has closed and everyone will get a response. Please note dependent on the recruitment requirements, we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date.
May 19, 2024
Full time
Lead Security Researcher - Systems Specialist Ref. 910 Department Technology & Innovation Salary £61,204 - £65,784 Job description Opportunity to apply for additional skills allowance up to £3,500 after 12 months Full-time, part-time and flexible working patterns available (minimum coverage 3 days per week) Secure infrastructure is the target. Think like the opposition. Architect the attack. You re the type of person who s quick to learn about unfamiliar systems and technologies and enjoy being the first to approach the problem and that s exactly what you ll get to do. At HMGCC, you ll combine your experience and knowledge of common vulnerabilities with a creative and open mind to identify the weakest points in a system. You ll direct and coordinate the work of vulnerability researchers and build representative model environments for others to attack. Alongside the Head of Profession, you ll identify the learning and development opportunities you need to help you progress, both from internal courses as well as external. This is not an IT pen testing role this is about taking the gloves off to achieve objectives. Because that s what our opposition can, and will, do to compromise our infrastructure. More About You You will already have, Experience in a relevant technical development discipline (electronic hardware, software, firmware, systems). An interest in developing and proving attack surfaces for systems. Experience of leading teams & task management. To strengthen your application, it would be beneficial if you have one or more of the following (but these are not essential), Experience of design, implementation, testing or maintenance of at least one of the following; Information Technology Systems Control Systems Communications Systems Experience of hardware-in-the-loop testing. Your Personal Skills You will be the type of person who, Thrives on learning about unfamiliar technologies and how customers deploy and use them. Communicates technical concepts fluently to a range of audiences from non-technical senior customers through to experienced vulnerability researchers. Approaches problems with an open and inquiring mind. Can adapt. Change and innovation is a big part of our organisation. You will be able to adapt with the support of your team and management. Putting your skills to use Using your diverse range of skills within the team, you will, Develop an understanding of systems used by our customers and understanding what impactful attacks against them would like. Develop and document the attack surface for systems. Lead a small team of vulnerability researchers and developers to produce proof-of-concept attacks to demonstrate critical system vulnerabilities. Lead the build of a representative test environment. Lead verification of attacks demonstrated by the team. Take first line responsibility for communicating findings and potential mitigations to stakeholders. What we Offer Now that we ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here s what we can offer you, 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years service. 8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to your annual leave. 2 additional days leave (set dates through the year). Paid overtime or TOIL. Your salary is for your contracted hours. If you work more, and sometimes it s needed, we believe you should be rewarded for that. Lots and lots of training. This can be anything from a day internal course to a distant learning degree. If it s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you. Our Pension scheme is Alpha. It s competitive. Sports & Social Society. Whether its classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you. On site nursery (subject to availability). 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice. Free parking. Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day. Relocation Package Affinity Groups whether you are disabled, LGBTQ and/or from an Ethnic Minority. We provide an inclusive environment and support for everyone. About HMGCC We re HMGCC, Her Majesty s Government Communications Centre. You may not have heard of us before. That s because our customers are other UK Government Departments. Using our collective expertise, we develop communication systems for our customers that are innovative, reliable and totally secure to protect national security at home and overseas. We invest in our people, not only with training but also support throughout your career with us; to allow you to reach your full potential at work, as well as enjoy the work/life balance many aspire to. To find out more about us and if we re right for you, please click here . Equal Opportunities Inclusion & Diversity really matters to us. It's not just about numbers or visible differences. HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse. We re not looking for any one type of person. We re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other's differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do. We are proud to offer candidates the opportunity to apply through the Offer of Interview Scheme. The scheme ensures eligible candidates are selected for an interview as long as their application meets the minimum criteria for the role. To find out more and how you can apply under this scheme, please see the inclusion and diversity information on our website. Apply now Discover more by clicking apply below. Our Recruitment Team will process your application once the role has closed and everyone will get a response. Please note dependent on the recruitment requirements, we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date.
Mango Solutions Recruitment Ltd
Shirley, West Midlands
Role : Facilities Manager for a UK wide care home Salary : £35K P/A Location : Solihull B91. Main duties To ensure the health and safety of all homes is in line with current health and safety legislation. Contribute to the monitoring of standards and regulations maintained at the homes required by external bodies and identify changes needed to the environment and services to ensure continued compliance by the organisation. • Responsible in overseeing the maintenance and domestic departments across all homes and the Head Office ensuring full oversight of reactive and non-reactive maintenance works. • To oversee maintenance and have oversight of reactive and non-reactive maintenance works. • Support the recruitment, onboarding and retention of ancillary staff. This will include involvement in interviews, supervisions, and appraisals. • Line manage and all maintenance staff across all homes • To conduct and manage audits related to fire checks, health and safety, food hygiene, infection control, stock control and our ancillary departments. • To audit homes relevant paperwork and safety logs. • To carry out regular inspections of the homes. • To work to legislations, keeping up to date with changes and ensuring compliance across all homes. • Ensure that facilities meet government regulations, health and security standards and energy efficiency requirements. • Undertake risk assessments and use the HACCP analysis system for Health and Safety compliance. • Review utilities consumption and strive to minimise costs and environmental sustainability. • To source, procure and ensure delivery of all goods and services including utilities, food, maintenance items, furniture and furnishings to ensure our facilities remain at the appropriate standard for our residents. • To arrange maintenance repairs and liaise with contractors for the best deal without compromising quality and ensure that the Company and homes remain compliant with their health and safety duties. • To maintain relationships with contractors and ensure all services provided are to the required standards. • Ensure the homes requirements are understood and sourced appropriately, liaising with Managers regularly to ensure the goods and services procured are fit for purpose. • To ensure the Home s weekly food orders are completed and deadlines are met. Monitoring of food orders to ensure food is healthy and up to standard. • Place and pro-actively expedite orders ensuring delivery on time and in full. • Manage suppliers of goods and services ensuring appropriate quality, value for money and delivery is achieved as expected. • Audit relevant suppliers of services as and when appropriate to ensure standards and service level agreements are in place and maintained. • Provide costing information for enquiries and orders to Managing Director. • Ensure that facilities and service costs remain within budget and that corrective action is taken when performance deviates. • Ensure supplier invoices are correct or otherwise resolving discrepancies prior to sending to the finance department. • Ensure data integrity and accuracy on company systems relating to all aspects of order requests, authorisation, orders placed and delivery. • Be the primary contact in respect of all maintenance and development matters, organising emergency procedures and liaising with the Home Managers. • Ensure each home has an up-to-date maintenance program for non-reactive work which is overseen and inspected on regular basis. • In conjunction with the Managing Director, manage the maintenance budget, determining priorities as appropriate and provide current and projected costs. • To be responsible for health and safety, working with our external Health & Safety consultants and providing support to Home Managers with the action plans provided by our Health & Safety consultants to ensure safety across our sites. • To arrange and ensure all homes have their Health and Safety checks and tests carried out within their legal time requirements. To apply please email your CV Mango Solutions Recruitment are acting as The Employment Agency
May 19, 2024
Full time
Role : Facilities Manager for a UK wide care home Salary : £35K P/A Location : Solihull B91. Main duties To ensure the health and safety of all homes is in line with current health and safety legislation. Contribute to the monitoring of standards and regulations maintained at the homes required by external bodies and identify changes needed to the environment and services to ensure continued compliance by the organisation. • Responsible in overseeing the maintenance and domestic departments across all homes and the Head Office ensuring full oversight of reactive and non-reactive maintenance works. • To oversee maintenance and have oversight of reactive and non-reactive maintenance works. • Support the recruitment, onboarding and retention of ancillary staff. This will include involvement in interviews, supervisions, and appraisals. • Line manage and all maintenance staff across all homes • To conduct and manage audits related to fire checks, health and safety, food hygiene, infection control, stock control and our ancillary departments. • To audit homes relevant paperwork and safety logs. • To carry out regular inspections of the homes. • To work to legislations, keeping up to date with changes and ensuring compliance across all homes. • Ensure that facilities meet government regulations, health and security standards and energy efficiency requirements. • Undertake risk assessments and use the HACCP analysis system for Health and Safety compliance. • Review utilities consumption and strive to minimise costs and environmental sustainability. • To source, procure and ensure delivery of all goods and services including utilities, food, maintenance items, furniture and furnishings to ensure our facilities remain at the appropriate standard for our residents. • To arrange maintenance repairs and liaise with contractors for the best deal without compromising quality and ensure that the Company and homes remain compliant with their health and safety duties. • To maintain relationships with contractors and ensure all services provided are to the required standards. • Ensure the homes requirements are understood and sourced appropriately, liaising with Managers regularly to ensure the goods and services procured are fit for purpose. • To ensure the Home s weekly food orders are completed and deadlines are met. Monitoring of food orders to ensure food is healthy and up to standard. • Place and pro-actively expedite orders ensuring delivery on time and in full. • Manage suppliers of goods and services ensuring appropriate quality, value for money and delivery is achieved as expected. • Audit relevant suppliers of services as and when appropriate to ensure standards and service level agreements are in place and maintained. • Provide costing information for enquiries and orders to Managing Director. • Ensure that facilities and service costs remain within budget and that corrective action is taken when performance deviates. • Ensure supplier invoices are correct or otherwise resolving discrepancies prior to sending to the finance department. • Ensure data integrity and accuracy on company systems relating to all aspects of order requests, authorisation, orders placed and delivery. • Be the primary contact in respect of all maintenance and development matters, organising emergency procedures and liaising with the Home Managers. • Ensure each home has an up-to-date maintenance program for non-reactive work which is overseen and inspected on regular basis. • In conjunction with the Managing Director, manage the maintenance budget, determining priorities as appropriate and provide current and projected costs. • To be responsible for health and safety, working with our external Health & Safety consultants and providing support to Home Managers with the action plans provided by our Health & Safety consultants to ensure safety across our sites. • To arrange and ensure all homes have their Health and Safety checks and tests carried out within their legal time requirements. To apply please email your CV Mango Solutions Recruitment are acting as The Employment Agency
Working with students aged 4-19 within a SEND setting. Teaching Assistants are required to use their initiative and engage with students effectively based on their individual needs. You must be able to commute to Dudley for this role. SUPPORT FOR PUPILS ? Make a substantial contribution to Individual Education Plans and their implementation. ? Teaching assistants will use specialist skills and training to support pupils with communication and interaction difficulties using Makaton, symbols, communication aids. ? Use specialist skills and training to support pupils with sensory and /or physical impairment e.g. assistance with the development of appropriate structured learning plans and the implementation of structured learning programmes. ? Use specialist skills and training to support pupils with cognition and learning difficulties e.g. encouraging the pupils to engage with and benefit from the planned learning activity, including modifying the activities as agreed with the teacher. ? Using specialist skills and training support the behaviour management of pupils with behavioural. emotional, and social development needs e.g. assist with the development of behaviour management strategies, monitor pupils behaviour to recognise and reward progress in behaviour management, identify and respond to uncharacteristic behaviour patterns and incidents of challenging behaviour. ? Establish productive working relationships with pupils acting as a role model and setting high expectations. ? Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance. ? Provide pastoral support to pupils ? Support the effective transfer of pupils across phases/integration of those who have been absent. ? Support liaison with feeder schools and other relevant bodies to gather pupil information. ? In line with school policy, provide intimate care when required. SUPPORT FOR TEACHER/SCHOOL ? Assess the needs of pupils and contribute to the development of IEPs. ? Observe and report on pupil performance. ? Take responsibility for the management of challenging pupil behaviour. ? Provide, where appropriate, pupil information to external agencies. ? Design and produce worksheets or administer coursework with minimal supervision for groups of pupils. ? Undertake joint home visits as appropriate and in line with school policy. ? Support the implementation and evaluation of specific curriculum plans and activities for groups of pupils to meet the individual needs of those pupils. ? Contribute to curriculum planning. ? Under the guidance of a teacher, implement agreed work programmes with individuals or groups maintaining good order and keeping pupils on task. ? Provide emergency cover supervision for a group or class, under the direction and control of the Head teacher or other designated member of staff during the unplanned short-term absence of the teacher, normally for periods of up to one session, limited to no more that 2 occasions per term. ? Provide guidance and assist in the training and development of staff as appropriate. ? Contribute to the development and maintenance of school policies. ? Participate in working groups on curriculum matters. ? Provide clerical/administrative support e.g. administer course work, produce worksheets for agreed activities. ? Determine the need for, prepare and maintain general and specialist equipment and resources. ? Supervise pupils on visits and trips as required. ? Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, equal opportunities, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person. ? Contribute to the overall ethos /work/aims of the school. ? Participate in training, other learning activities and performance development as required. ? Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required Connect2Dudley, part of Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council & Kent Commercial Services LLP, is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business and positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
May 19, 2024
Full time
Working with students aged 4-19 within a SEND setting. Teaching Assistants are required to use their initiative and engage with students effectively based on their individual needs. You must be able to commute to Dudley for this role. SUPPORT FOR PUPILS ? Make a substantial contribution to Individual Education Plans and their implementation. ? Teaching assistants will use specialist skills and training to support pupils with communication and interaction difficulties using Makaton, symbols, communication aids. ? Use specialist skills and training to support pupils with sensory and /or physical impairment e.g. assistance with the development of appropriate structured learning plans and the implementation of structured learning programmes. ? Use specialist skills and training to support pupils with cognition and learning difficulties e.g. encouraging the pupils to engage with and benefit from the planned learning activity, including modifying the activities as agreed with the teacher. ? Using specialist skills and training support the behaviour management of pupils with behavioural. emotional, and social development needs e.g. assist with the development of behaviour management strategies, monitor pupils behaviour to recognise and reward progress in behaviour management, identify and respond to uncharacteristic behaviour patterns and incidents of challenging behaviour. ? Establish productive working relationships with pupils acting as a role model and setting high expectations. ? Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance. ? Provide pastoral support to pupils ? Support the effective transfer of pupils across phases/integration of those who have been absent. ? Support liaison with feeder schools and other relevant bodies to gather pupil information. ? In line with school policy, provide intimate care when required. SUPPORT FOR TEACHER/SCHOOL ? Assess the needs of pupils and contribute to the development of IEPs. ? Observe and report on pupil performance. ? Take responsibility for the management of challenging pupil behaviour. ? Provide, where appropriate, pupil information to external agencies. ? Design and produce worksheets or administer coursework with minimal supervision for groups of pupils. ? Undertake joint home visits as appropriate and in line with school policy. ? Support the implementation and evaluation of specific curriculum plans and activities for groups of pupils to meet the individual needs of those pupils. ? Contribute to curriculum planning. ? Under the guidance of a teacher, implement agreed work programmes with individuals or groups maintaining good order and keeping pupils on task. ? Provide emergency cover supervision for a group or class, under the direction and control of the Head teacher or other designated member of staff during the unplanned short-term absence of the teacher, normally for periods of up to one session, limited to no more that 2 occasions per term. ? Provide guidance and assist in the training and development of staff as appropriate. ? Contribute to the development and maintenance of school policies. ? Participate in working groups on curriculum matters. ? Provide clerical/administrative support e.g. administer course work, produce worksheets for agreed activities. ? Determine the need for, prepare and maintain general and specialist equipment and resources. ? Supervise pupils on visits and trips as required. ? Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, equal opportunities, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person. ? Contribute to the overall ethos /work/aims of the school. ? Participate in training, other learning activities and performance development as required. ? Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required Connect2Dudley, part of Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council & Kent Commercial Services LLP, is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business and positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Purpose of the Job: To complete social care assessments and undertake casework of residents in the community and other care settings. To commission care services according to assessment outcomes and eligibility in relation to the Care Act. To participate in the duty rota - this is the single point of contact for referrals for Adult Social Care. Where necessary undertake crisis intervention where enquiries indicate the need for immediate risk management. Main Responsibilities: To carry out home visits and consult with service users, carers, and relevant agencies and professionals. To alert the Registered Care Manager to any safeguarding concerns. To ensure assessments and support plans are carried out in a person-centered and outcome-focused way. To advise on the use of personal budgets and direct payments. Where appropriate, to assist customers to maximise their independence. To undertake any necessary adjustments or to cease care packages by both the organization's Eligibility Criteria and Operational Guidance and the needs of the service user. To make any necessary arrangements for the implementation of changes in service provision. To commission and make arrangements for the provision of new services when needed or refer to other appropriate agencies. To maintain efficient and effective liaison with all Departmental Staff and other Independent and Voluntary Agencies. To maintain accurate case records and to prepare any required reports. To maintain accurate statistical data and the Department's computerized information system. To work within and contribute to the development of departmental and team procedures and policies. To participate in regular supervision and the Appraisal process and attend training as required. Attend and participate in relevant staff and service meetings. In all of the above to undertake practice in an anti-discriminatory and anti oppressive manner. Any other duties as directed by your line manager, Director or as agreed with the Senior Management Group. To act by the principles set out in the Employee Code of Conduct and the organization's Values, recognizing the duty of all public sector employees to discharge public functions reasonably and according to the law. Duties And Responsibilities Objectives To ensure that agreed quality assurance initiatives are implemented within the home. Liaise with social care regulators and local authorities to ensure satisfactory standards are maintained To become the person in charge responsible for the day-to-day running of the homecare services with 24-hour responsibility for the care of the Service users. To be the Information Governance Lead for their home and to work in collaboration with the Company's Information Governance Lead, being accountable to the Senior Operations Team. To provide improvement, independence, and choice for Service Users, making sure they are treated with dignity at all times. To manage the effective use of resources and maintain high levels of occupancy. To comply with all regulatory requirements at all times and in particular the Regulations for the Registration and Inspection of the services. To ensure policy and procedures are implemented and understood by all the staff to ensure the highest standard of care. Leadership To provide leadership to all staff to deliver the highest possible quality of care within a safe working and living environment. To be a good model for all employees, being approachable and providing a regular presence on the "shop floor" as well as being consistent in all actions and decisions. To set and maintain clear standards within the service in line with the Verity Healthcare quality assessment tool. To ensure that staff selection processes for all applied thoroughly and that all candidates are treated professionally. To ensure all staff maintain the registration with their national bodies. To develop a culture of continuous quality improvement using the framework of clinical governance. To maintain a comprehensive induction process for all new employees to ensure they are effectively introduced to the Service, the Service Users, and good practices within their first week. To ensure that NMC and Care Assistants and Support Worker's codes of professional conduct and guidelines relating to professional practices are followed at all times. Take responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional, competent and high-quality care. To conduct regular reviews with new employees during their probationary period and to always conduct a three-monthly review to confirm the appointment or extend the probation period. To ensure all staff are annually appraised and that required standards of performance are being achieved, to manage under-performance through objective setting and regular reviews, and that regular supervisions occur in line with company policy. To ensure complaints and suggestions are positively actioned and dealt with correctly. To identify individual training needs in line with the organization's objectives and the employee's performance, arranging training and evaluating their effectiveness, and ensuring that staff has completed the required training each year. To hold regular staff, Service Users, and stake holders meetings to provide and receive feedback, and administer the questionnaires provided as part of the company's. Quality Assurance Systems. Care Practice To ensure that all Service Users have an up-to-date care plan, which is regularly evaluated and actively involves Service Users in the preparation. Ensure all risks associated with care e.g. moving and handling, mobility, challenging behavior, and skin care are identified and correctly actioned. To regularly monitor the delivery of care given by all staff ensuring that the physical, social, psychological, and emotional needs of the Service User are recognized, assessed, and met. To ensure the Service and its processes are fully compliant with the Mental Capacity Act and that service users are empowered to make choices where able and where not best interest decisions are made on their behalf involving all those necessary. To ensure the Service is compliant with DoLS legislation. To ensure that there is a regular program of activities, which are arranged in line with the Service Users' needs. To ensure the Service Users receive a pleasant nutritional diet. To ensure an active named nurse and key worker key worker system for all the Service Users. To ensure the maintenance of the highest standards of care consistent with the requirements of CQC/Funding Authorities. To arrange regular reviews with Social Workers, Service Users, Relatives, and Key Workers. To conduct a pre-admission assessment for all potential Service Users. To meet professional and legal responsibilities with regard to the storage, handling, and administration of drugs. Ensure the protection and safety of Service Users at all times, which requires conducting regular health and safety checks and checks that the call bell system and the fire alarm systems are always fully functional. General Management To understand the legal requirements of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and the Regulations and other legislations and ensure the Service complies with Essential Standards of Quality and Safety, and whatever legislation or relevant standards that may be in force at any time. To personally have a full understanding and working knowledge of all Verity Healthcare policies and procedures and ensure that all these policies are applied at all times. To be responsible for completing the staff rota and ensuring that the staffing ratio meets the needs of the Service Users. Ensure that all annual leave requests are coordinated to prevent disruption in the Service. To control sickness absence by always conducting back-to-work interviews and correctly applying company policy. To carry out the duties of "The Responsible Officer" and ensure that the service compiles with all statutory obligations and relevant legislation (e.g. environmental health, health & safety, and fire regulations). To meet professional and legal responsibilities with Health and Safety issues and ensure that all monitoring requirements are met. To Promote a positive customer care-orientated environment and ensure all staff are familiar with the company complaints procedure To remain professionally updated and ensure care in all areas is delivered in line with the latest research to promote evidence-based practice. To participate in the recruitment, selection, and retention of staff. To liaise effectively with Head Office Departments, building good working relationships, as required for the good operation of the Service. Ensure that all Service Users have a copy of the terms and conditions of care and that all the necessary funding documents are completed. To enable service users to control their own financial affairs, where possible. To ensure that all Service Users' finances are controlled and up-to-date accurate records are kept of all transactions, the financial control of their affairs must be undertaken with total accuracy and security. To ensure the security and confidentially of records and information relating to the service. Ensure that staff hours are recorded and sent to payroll on time. . click apply for full job details
May 18, 2024
Full time
Purpose of the Job: To complete social care assessments and undertake casework of residents in the community and other care settings. To commission care services according to assessment outcomes and eligibility in relation to the Care Act. To participate in the duty rota - this is the single point of contact for referrals for Adult Social Care. Where necessary undertake crisis intervention where enquiries indicate the need for immediate risk management. Main Responsibilities: To carry out home visits and consult with service users, carers, and relevant agencies and professionals. To alert the Registered Care Manager to any safeguarding concerns. To ensure assessments and support plans are carried out in a person-centered and outcome-focused way. To advise on the use of personal budgets and direct payments. Where appropriate, to assist customers to maximise their independence. To undertake any necessary adjustments or to cease care packages by both the organization's Eligibility Criteria and Operational Guidance and the needs of the service user. To make any necessary arrangements for the implementation of changes in service provision. To commission and make arrangements for the provision of new services when needed or refer to other appropriate agencies. To maintain efficient and effective liaison with all Departmental Staff and other Independent and Voluntary Agencies. To maintain accurate case records and to prepare any required reports. To maintain accurate statistical data and the Department's computerized information system. To work within and contribute to the development of departmental and team procedures and policies. To participate in regular supervision and the Appraisal process and attend training as required. Attend and participate in relevant staff and service meetings. In all of the above to undertake practice in an anti-discriminatory and anti oppressive manner. Any other duties as directed by your line manager, Director or as agreed with the Senior Management Group. To act by the principles set out in the Employee Code of Conduct and the organization's Values, recognizing the duty of all public sector employees to discharge public functions reasonably and according to the law. Duties And Responsibilities Objectives To ensure that agreed quality assurance initiatives are implemented within the home. Liaise with social care regulators and local authorities to ensure satisfactory standards are maintained To become the person in charge responsible for the day-to-day running of the homecare services with 24-hour responsibility for the care of the Service users. To be the Information Governance Lead for their home and to work in collaboration with the Company's Information Governance Lead, being accountable to the Senior Operations Team. To provide improvement, independence, and choice for Service Users, making sure they are treated with dignity at all times. To manage the effective use of resources and maintain high levels of occupancy. To comply with all regulatory requirements at all times and in particular the Regulations for the Registration and Inspection of the services. To ensure policy and procedures are implemented and understood by all the staff to ensure the highest standard of care. Leadership To provide leadership to all staff to deliver the highest possible quality of care within a safe working and living environment. To be a good model for all employees, being approachable and providing a regular presence on the "shop floor" as well as being consistent in all actions and decisions. To set and maintain clear standards within the service in line with the Verity Healthcare quality assessment tool. To ensure that staff selection processes for all applied thoroughly and that all candidates are treated professionally. To ensure all staff maintain the registration with their national bodies. To develop a culture of continuous quality improvement using the framework of clinical governance. To maintain a comprehensive induction process for all new employees to ensure they are effectively introduced to the Service, the Service Users, and good practices within their first week. To ensure that NMC and Care Assistants and Support Worker's codes of professional conduct and guidelines relating to professional practices are followed at all times. Take responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional, competent and high-quality care. To conduct regular reviews with new employees during their probationary period and to always conduct a three-monthly review to confirm the appointment or extend the probation period. To ensure all staff are annually appraised and that required standards of performance are being achieved, to manage under-performance through objective setting and regular reviews, and that regular supervisions occur in line with company policy. To ensure complaints and suggestions are positively actioned and dealt with correctly. To identify individual training needs in line with the organization's objectives and the employee's performance, arranging training and evaluating their effectiveness, and ensuring that staff has completed the required training each year. To hold regular staff, Service Users, and stake holders meetings to provide and receive feedback, and administer the questionnaires provided as part of the company's. Quality Assurance Systems. Care Practice To ensure that all Service Users have an up-to-date care plan, which is regularly evaluated and actively involves Service Users in the preparation. Ensure all risks associated with care e.g. moving and handling, mobility, challenging behavior, and skin care are identified and correctly actioned. To regularly monitor the delivery of care given by all staff ensuring that the physical, social, psychological, and emotional needs of the Service User are recognized, assessed, and met. To ensure the Service and its processes are fully compliant with the Mental Capacity Act and that service users are empowered to make choices where able and where not best interest decisions are made on their behalf involving all those necessary. To ensure the Service is compliant with DoLS legislation. To ensure that there is a regular program of activities, which are arranged in line with the Service Users' needs. To ensure the Service Users receive a pleasant nutritional diet. To ensure an active named nurse and key worker key worker system for all the Service Users. To ensure the maintenance of the highest standards of care consistent with the requirements of CQC/Funding Authorities. To arrange regular reviews with Social Workers, Service Users, Relatives, and Key Workers. To conduct a pre-admission assessment for all potential Service Users. To meet professional and legal responsibilities with regard to the storage, handling, and administration of drugs. Ensure the protection and safety of Service Users at all times, which requires conducting regular health and safety checks and checks that the call bell system and the fire alarm systems are always fully functional. General Management To understand the legal requirements of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and the Regulations and other legislations and ensure the Service complies with Essential Standards of Quality and Safety, and whatever legislation or relevant standards that may be in force at any time. To personally have a full understanding and working knowledge of all Verity Healthcare policies and procedures and ensure that all these policies are applied at all times. To be responsible for completing the staff rota and ensuring that the staffing ratio meets the needs of the Service Users. Ensure that all annual leave requests are coordinated to prevent disruption in the Service. To control sickness absence by always conducting back-to-work interviews and correctly applying company policy. To carry out the duties of "The Responsible Officer" and ensure that the service compiles with all statutory obligations and relevant legislation (e.g. environmental health, health & safety, and fire regulations). To meet professional and legal responsibilities with Health and Safety issues and ensure that all monitoring requirements are met. To Promote a positive customer care-orientated environment and ensure all staff are familiar with the company complaints procedure To remain professionally updated and ensure care in all areas is delivered in line with the latest research to promote evidence-based practice. To participate in the recruitment, selection, and retention of staff. To liaise effectively with Head Office Departments, building good working relationships, as required for the good operation of the Service. Ensure that all Service Users have a copy of the terms and conditions of care and that all the necessary funding documents are completed. To enable service users to control their own financial affairs, where possible. To ensure that all Service Users' finances are controlled and up-to-date accurate records are kept of all transactions, the financial control of their affairs must be undertaken with total accuracy and security. To ensure the security and confidentially of records and information relating to the service. Ensure that staff hours are recorded and sent to payroll on time. . click apply for full job details
Role overview ID: Entity: Vistry Region: Vistry East Anglia Department: Commercial Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Date Posted: 05.12.2023 We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Administrator to join our team within Vistry East Anglia, at our Peterborough office. As our Commercial Administrator, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the Commercial Department, and ensure it operates accurately and efficiently in accordance with agreed timetables, whilst assisting with the team providing admin support as and when required. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality 3 GCSE's or equivalent qualifications including Maths and English Experience working in a commercial business environment Good understanding of Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook Excellent analytical skills and organisation Strong mathematical and IT ability Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Ability to work to high degree of accuracy Good telephone manner Excellent communications skills Experience in working in a fast paced, changing environment where priorities can change daily. A good communicator/listener Good team working skills Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable - BTEC diploma or certificate in administration / finance Experience working for a residential house builder ideally within a payment processing environment Basic understanding in using COINS housebuilding software More about the Commercial Administrator role Input and retrieval of data from the in-house computer system. General administration tasks related to the commercial function as noted by the department heads. Telephone communication with site staff, suppliers and other departments. Dealing with general enquiries from other departments within the business. Maintain the group age debt report for the region to keep debt to a minimum. Maintenance of electronic filing systems and archiving when necessary. Sort and process incoming and outgoing post to include date stamping in line with HMRC requirements. Check invoices are correct for VAT or materials/labour deductions for tax purposes. Log queries on invoices to suppliers through to credit or payment. Process electronic/paper invoices in line with the groups 3-way payment process. Produce and maintenance of supplier and subcontractor statements in relation to their accounts. Arranging and communicating monthly Forecast meeting agendas. Maintain and update supply chain documentation. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Role overview ID: Entity: Vistry Region: Vistry East Anglia Department: Commercial Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Date Posted: 05.12.2023 We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Administrator to join our team within Vistry East Anglia, at our Peterborough office. As our Commercial Administrator, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the Commercial Department, and ensure it operates accurately and efficiently in accordance with agreed timetables, whilst assisting with the team providing admin support as and when required. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality 3 GCSE's or equivalent qualifications including Maths and English Experience working in a commercial business environment Good understanding of Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook Excellent analytical skills and organisation Strong mathematical and IT ability Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Ability to work to high degree of accuracy Good telephone manner Excellent communications skills Experience in working in a fast paced, changing environment where priorities can change daily. A good communicator/listener Good team working skills Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable - BTEC diploma or certificate in administration / finance Experience working for a residential house builder ideally within a payment processing environment Basic understanding in using COINS housebuilding software More about the Commercial Administrator role Input and retrieval of data from the in-house computer system. General administration tasks related to the commercial function as noted by the department heads. Telephone communication with site staff, suppliers and other departments. Dealing with general enquiries from other departments within the business. Maintain the group age debt report for the region to keep debt to a minimum. Maintenance of electronic filing systems and archiving when necessary. Sort and process incoming and outgoing post to include date stamping in line with HMRC requirements. Check invoices are correct for VAT or materials/labour deductions for tax purposes. Log queries on invoices to suppliers through to credit or payment. Process electronic/paper invoices in line with the groups 3-way payment process. Produce and maintenance of supplier and subcontractor statements in relation to their accounts. Arranging and communicating monthly Forecast meeting agendas. Maintain and update supply chain documentation. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most. You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities. Why Vistry Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
Lead Security Researcher - Systems Specialist Ref. 910 Department Technology & Innovation Salary £61,204 - £65,784 Job description Opportunity to apply for additional skills allowance up to £3,500 after 12 months Full-time, part-time and flexible working patterns available (minimum coverage 3 days per week) Secure infrastructure is the target. Think like the opposition. Architect the attack. You re the type of person who s quick to learn about unfamiliar systems and technologies and enjoy being the first to approach the problem and that s exactly what you ll get to do. At HMGCC, you ll combine your experience and knowledge of common vulnerabilities with a creative and open mind to identify the weakest points in a system. You ll direct and coordinate the work of vulnerability researchers and build representative model environments for others to attack. Alongside the Head of Profession, you ll identify the learning and development opportunities you need to help you progress, both from internal courses as well as external. This is not an IT pen testing role this is about taking the gloves off to achieve objectives. Because that s what our opposition can, and will, do to compromise our infrastructure. More About You You will already have, Experience in a relevant technical development discipline (electronic hardware, software, firmware, systems). An interest in developing and proving attack surfaces for systems. Experience of leading teams & task management. To strengthen your application, it would be beneficial if you have one or more of the following (but these are not essential), Experience of design, implementation, testing or maintenance of at least one of the following; Information Technology Systems Control Systems Communications Systems Experience of hardware-in-the-loop testing. Your Personal Skills You will be the type of person who, Thrives on learning about unfamiliar technologies and how customers deploy and use them. Communicates technical concepts fluently to a range of audiences from non-technical senior customers through to experienced vulnerability researchers. Approaches problems with an open and inquiring mind. Can adapt. Change and innovation is a big part of our organisation. You will be able to adapt with the support of your team and management. Putting your skills to use Using your diverse range of skills within the team, you will, Develop an understanding of systems used by our customers and understanding what impactful attacks against them would like. Develop and document the attack surface for systems. Lead a small team of vulnerability researchers and developers to produce proof-of-concept attacks to demonstrate critical system vulnerabilities. Lead the build of a representative test environment. Lead verification of attacks demonstrated by the team. Take first line responsibility for communicating findings and potential mitigations to stakeholders. What we Offer Now that we ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here s what we can offer you, 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years service. 8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to your annual leave. 2 additional days leave (set dates through the year). Paid overtime or TOIL. Your salary is for your contracted hours. If you work more, and sometimes it s needed, we believe you should be rewarded for that. Lots and lots of training. This can be anything from a day internal course to a distant learning degree. If it s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you. Our Pension scheme is Alpha. It s competitive. Sports & Social Society. Whether its classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you. On site nursery (subject to availability). 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice. Free parking. Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day. Relocation Package Affinity Groups whether you are disabled, LGBTQ and/or from an Ethnic Minority. We provide an inclusive environment and support for everyone. About HMGCC We re HMGCC, Her Majesty s Government Communications Centre. You may not have heard of us before. That s because our customers are other UK Government Departments. Using our collective expertise, we develop communication systems for our customers that are innovative, reliable and totally secure to protect national security at home and overseas. We invest in our people, not only with training but also support throughout your career with us; to allow you to reach your full potential at work, as well as enjoy the work/life balance many aspire to. To find out more about us and if we re right for you, please click here . Equal Opportunities Inclusion & Diversity really matters to us. It's not just about numbers or visible differences. HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse. We re not looking for any one type of person. We re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other's differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do. We are proud to offer candidates the opportunity to apply through the Offer of Interview Scheme. The scheme ensures eligible candidates are selected for an interview as long as their application meets the minimum criteria for the role. To find out more and how you can apply under this scheme, please see the inclusion and diversity information on our website. Apply now Discover more by clicking apply below. Our Recruitment Team will process your application once the role has closed and everyone will get a response. Please note dependent on the recruitment requirements, we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Lead Security Researcher - Systems Specialist Ref. 910 Department Technology & Innovation Salary £61,204 - £65,784 Job description Opportunity to apply for additional skills allowance up to £3,500 after 12 months Full-time, part-time and flexible working patterns available (minimum coverage 3 days per week) Secure infrastructure is the target. Think like the opposition. Architect the attack. You re the type of person who s quick to learn about unfamiliar systems and technologies and enjoy being the first to approach the problem and that s exactly what you ll get to do. At HMGCC, you ll combine your experience and knowledge of common vulnerabilities with a creative and open mind to identify the weakest points in a system. You ll direct and coordinate the work of vulnerability researchers and build representative model environments for others to attack. Alongside the Head of Profession, you ll identify the learning and development opportunities you need to help you progress, both from internal courses as well as external. This is not an IT pen testing role this is about taking the gloves off to achieve objectives. Because that s what our opposition can, and will, do to compromise our infrastructure. More About You You will already have, Experience in a relevant technical development discipline (electronic hardware, software, firmware, systems). An interest in developing and proving attack surfaces for systems. Experience of leading teams & task management. To strengthen your application, it would be beneficial if you have one or more of the following (but these are not essential), Experience of design, implementation, testing or maintenance of at least one of the following; Information Technology Systems Control Systems Communications Systems Experience of hardware-in-the-loop testing. Your Personal Skills You will be the type of person who, Thrives on learning about unfamiliar technologies and how customers deploy and use them. Communicates technical concepts fluently to a range of audiences from non-technical senior customers through to experienced vulnerability researchers. Approaches problems with an open and inquiring mind. Can adapt. Change and innovation is a big part of our organisation. You will be able to adapt with the support of your team and management. Putting your skills to use Using your diverse range of skills within the team, you will, Develop an understanding of systems used by our customers and understanding what impactful attacks against them would like. Develop and document the attack surface for systems. Lead a small team of vulnerability researchers and developers to produce proof-of-concept attacks to demonstrate critical system vulnerabilities. Lead the build of a representative test environment. Lead verification of attacks demonstrated by the team. Take first line responsibility for communicating findings and potential mitigations to stakeholders. What we Offer Now that we ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here s what we can offer you, 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years service. 8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to your annual leave. 2 additional days leave (set dates through the year). Paid overtime or TOIL. Your salary is for your contracted hours. If you work more, and sometimes it s needed, we believe you should be rewarded for that. Lots and lots of training. This can be anything from a day internal course to a distant learning degree. If it s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you. Our Pension scheme is Alpha. It s competitive. Sports & Social Society. Whether its classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you. On site nursery (subject to availability). 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice. Free parking. Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day. Relocation Package Affinity Groups whether you are disabled, LGBTQ and/or from an Ethnic Minority. We provide an inclusive environment and support for everyone. About HMGCC We re HMGCC, Her Majesty s Government Communications Centre. You may not have heard of us before. That s because our customers are other UK Government Departments. Using our collective expertise, we develop communication systems for our customers that are innovative, reliable and totally secure to protect national security at home and overseas. We invest in our people, not only with training but also support throughout your career with us; to allow you to reach your full potential at work, as well as enjoy the work/life balance many aspire to. To find out more about us and if we re right for you, please click here . Equal Opportunities Inclusion & Diversity really matters to us. It's not just about numbers or visible differences. HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse. We re not looking for any one type of person. We re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other's differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do. We are proud to offer candidates the opportunity to apply through the Offer of Interview Scheme. The scheme ensures eligible candidates are selected for an interview as long as their application meets the minimum criteria for the role. To find out more and how you can apply under this scheme, please see the inclusion and diversity information on our website. Apply now Discover more by clicking apply below. Our Recruitment Team will process your application once the role has closed and everyone will get a response. Please note dependent on the recruitment requirements, we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date.
Head of Application Support Operations Team IT, IT & Change Location Holborn Office County Central London Ref # 21561 Closing Date 31-May-2024 We have been awarded the "Most Loved Workplace"! At Metro Bank, people come first - our culture is all about bringing the best out in our colleagues, and making sure everyone feels valued, respected, seen and included. We strongly believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace and to find the very best person for the job, we always look across a wide range of diverse communities. What you will do: • Accountable for managing the day to day operations of the IT Application Support function, ensuring it is secure and cost effective through strong working relationships with all service providers • Lead a team of managers and technical analysts supporting Application Support service • Ensure processes and controls are robustly managed and executed within the SLA and KPI's • Managing suppliers and third parties providing IT support and Services ensuring costs are managed within the provisioned budgets • Build a clear strategy and plan to enhance and improve the Application Support team service back to the business. • Implementing the service improvement plans for the Application Support team. • Accountable for maintaining and monitoring risk and controls, ensuring the bank security & policies are upheld And we are a bank so risk is a part of everything we do. We love people who take responsibility, do the right thing for customers, colleagues and Metro Bank and have the courage to call out any concerns. What you will need: • Understand the risks associated with your job and what that means for you, Metro Bank and all our stakeholders • Proven track record in managing Tech Application services and understanding of infrastructure (AWS, Azure, Private Cloud). • ITIL or equivalent experience • Strong leadership skills • In-depth knowledge of the Application life cycle & maintenance strategy • The ability to manage supplier relationships Our promise to you • We will make sure that you are well-rewarded by providing you with a competitive salary, discretionary annual bonus, and a wide range of benefits, including generous holiday allowance, attractive pension scheme, healthcare, life assurance, and a number of colleague discounts! • We will give you the training to ensure you succeed in your role and plenty of internal opportunities to progress your career (around 40% of our recruitment comes from internal promotions!). • We are also all about balance so most of our jobs offer the opportunity for hybrid working built around your role and home life, wherever possible. Important Footnote Diverse teams really are the best teams. We know that candidates (especially women, research tells us) may be put off applying for a job unless they can tick every box. We also know that 'normal' office hours aren't always doable, and while we can't accommodate every flexible working request we are happy to be asked. So if you are excited about working with us and think you can do much of what we are looking for but aren't sure if you are 100% there yet why not give it a whirl? Please note that sometimes we may close a job earlier for applications if we are inundated with amazing candidates Good luck!
May 18, 2024
Full time
Head of Application Support Operations Team IT, IT & Change Location Holborn Office County Central London Ref # 21561 Closing Date 31-May-2024 We have been awarded the "Most Loved Workplace"! At Metro Bank, people come first - our culture is all about bringing the best out in our colleagues, and making sure everyone feels valued, respected, seen and included. We strongly believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace and to find the very best person for the job, we always look across a wide range of diverse communities. What you will do: • Accountable for managing the day to day operations of the IT Application Support function, ensuring it is secure and cost effective through strong working relationships with all service providers • Lead a team of managers and technical analysts supporting Application Support service • Ensure processes and controls are robustly managed and executed within the SLA and KPI's • Managing suppliers and third parties providing IT support and Services ensuring costs are managed within the provisioned budgets • Build a clear strategy and plan to enhance and improve the Application Support team service back to the business. • Implementing the service improvement plans for the Application Support team. • Accountable for maintaining and monitoring risk and controls, ensuring the bank security & policies are upheld And we are a bank so risk is a part of everything we do. We love people who take responsibility, do the right thing for customers, colleagues and Metro Bank and have the courage to call out any concerns. What you will need: • Understand the risks associated with your job and what that means for you, Metro Bank and all our stakeholders • Proven track record in managing Tech Application services and understanding of infrastructure (AWS, Azure, Private Cloud). • ITIL or equivalent experience • Strong leadership skills • In-depth knowledge of the Application life cycle & maintenance strategy • The ability to manage supplier relationships Our promise to you • We will make sure that you are well-rewarded by providing you with a competitive salary, discretionary annual bonus, and a wide range of benefits, including generous holiday allowance, attractive pension scheme, healthcare, life assurance, and a number of colleague discounts! • We will give you the training to ensure you succeed in your role and plenty of internal opportunities to progress your career (around 40% of our recruitment comes from internal promotions!). • We are also all about balance so most of our jobs offer the opportunity for hybrid working built around your role and home life, wherever possible. Important Footnote Diverse teams really are the best teams. We know that candidates (especially women, research tells us) may be put off applying for a job unless they can tick every box. We also know that 'normal' office hours aren't always doable, and while we can't accommodate every flexible working request we are happy to be asked. So if you are excited about working with us and think you can do much of what we are looking for but aren't sure if you are 100% there yet why not give it a whirl? Please note that sometimes we may close a job earlier for applications if we are inundated with amazing candidates Good luck!
We've been made aware recently of individuals impersonating HCA Healthcare UK colleagues as part of a fraudulent job scheme. Please be aware that HCA Healthcare UK would never ask for payments to secure a job offer, visa or work permit. If you are ever in any doubt about the validity of your job application / offer you can contact our recruitment team directly via email at Position: Head of Business Development - London Bridge Hospital London Bridge Hospital (Part of HCA Healthcare UK) is one of the UK's largest private healthcare hospitals specialising in complex and acute care. Spread over three main buildings and five outpatient centres, it is home to a number of specialist units and teams across a wide range of disciplines including orthopaedic, spinal, digestive diseases, liver, hepatobiliary, renal, cardiothoracic, critical care, cancer and transplant services. Originally founded over 50 years, HCA has gone on to become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. About the role: As Head of Business Development, you will be responsible for the delivery of substantial revenue growth in line with London Bridge Hospital's ("LBH's") strategic objectives for the priority service lines, through the design and implementation of an appropriate business development strategy and tactics. You will identify growth and referrer opportunities across the spectrum of healthcare services and take responsibility for the maintenance and ongoing management of consultant professional services agreements in liaison with Legal, Finance, and administrative teams. Duties and responsibilities: Recruit new consultants across all priority specialties, and drive the growth of existing consultant practices Create and implement an annual sales and marketing plan linked to revenue generation targets, with key objectives and tactics for each core consultant group. Maximize the growth opportunities for the hospital and wider HCA Group Maintain positive business relationships with HCA's key internal and external stakeholders including consultants, primary care providers, and corporate clients, other referrers/sources of business Devise, organise and implement a targeted plan with tracking milestones to deliver new volume/revenue targets agreed with the CEO & COO. Proactively research, develop and launch profitable new service lines/referral pathways, in conjunction with the Senior Management Team as part of an ongoing business expansion programme. Undertake regular high-quality market research to monitor performance against competitors and identify potential business expansion opportunities, making use of appropriate members of the team. Develop and manage succession plans for the existing consultants practicing at LBH to ensure business continuity Skills and experience; Strong experience in B2B/B2C business development and prior experience of working within the healthcare sector or healthcare consultancy sector Significant experience within people and project management. Commercial acumen and ability to focus on the bottom line. Robust analytical skills and ability to manage and manipulate large datasets Knowledge of the private healthcare sector would be advantageous
May 18, 2024
Full time
We've been made aware recently of individuals impersonating HCA Healthcare UK colleagues as part of a fraudulent job scheme. Please be aware that HCA Healthcare UK would never ask for payments to secure a job offer, visa or work permit. If you are ever in any doubt about the validity of your job application / offer you can contact our recruitment team directly via email at Position: Head of Business Development - London Bridge Hospital London Bridge Hospital (Part of HCA Healthcare UK) is one of the UK's largest private healthcare hospitals specialising in complex and acute care. Spread over three main buildings and five outpatient centres, it is home to a number of specialist units and teams across a wide range of disciplines including orthopaedic, spinal, digestive diseases, liver, hepatobiliary, renal, cardiothoracic, critical care, cancer and transplant services. Originally founded over 50 years, HCA has gone on to become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. About the role: As Head of Business Development, you will be responsible for the delivery of substantial revenue growth in line with London Bridge Hospital's ("LBH's") strategic objectives for the priority service lines, through the design and implementation of an appropriate business development strategy and tactics. You will identify growth and referrer opportunities across the spectrum of healthcare services and take responsibility for the maintenance and ongoing management of consultant professional services agreements in liaison with Legal, Finance, and administrative teams. Duties and responsibilities: Recruit new consultants across all priority specialties, and drive the growth of existing consultant practices Create and implement an annual sales and marketing plan linked to revenue generation targets, with key objectives and tactics for each core consultant group. Maximize the growth opportunities for the hospital and wider HCA Group Maintain positive business relationships with HCA's key internal and external stakeholders including consultants, primary care providers, and corporate clients, other referrers/sources of business Devise, organise and implement a targeted plan with tracking milestones to deliver new volume/revenue targets agreed with the CEO & COO. Proactively research, develop and launch profitable new service lines/referral pathways, in conjunction with the Senior Management Team as part of an ongoing business expansion programme. Undertake regular high-quality market research to monitor performance against competitors and identify potential business expansion opportunities, making use of appropriate members of the team. Develop and manage succession plans for the existing consultants practicing at LBH to ensure business continuity Skills and experience; Strong experience in B2B/B2C business development and prior experience of working within the healthcare sector or healthcare consultancy sector Significant experience within people and project management. Commercial acumen and ability to focus on the bottom line. Robust analytical skills and ability to manage and manipulate large datasets Knowledge of the private healthcare sector would be advantageous
Role: Finance & Office Manager Industry: Digital Agency Reports to: Head of Finance Permanent: Full time - Hybrid - 2 days working from home Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 (+ Study Support) Location: Central London Ref: VFR2999 Our Client is an independent digital agency, seeking a multi-talented Finance & Office Manager . Primarily you will work closely with the Head of Finance with day-to-day duties as well as supporting the wider team with adhoc office management. The Head of Finance is keen to mentor an individual wanting to pursue a long-term accounting career. Finance & Office Manager Key Responsibilities: Timesheet administrator and reporting Administer Card payments making sure all receipts/invoices are filed Supplier invoice processing, posting and filing Process monthly AMEX statement and upload to Paprika Administer Facebook, Tik Tok invoices for filing and processing via the Amex Updating Cashbook Bank Reconciliations Supporting Head of Finance with monthly billing Credit Control Assisting with Cashflow Suggest and organise company events Opportunity to participate in staff welfare, helping create a culture of engagement and an environment where people enjoy working Support Office maintenance and provisions Support Account Managers with adhoc tasks Co-ordinate new starter, leaver administration and document in People HR New Starter welcome's and inductions Skills and Requirements of the Finance & Office Manager: Previous experience with AP and AR within a creative agency Must have Paprika accounting system experience Excellent telephone manner/written communication skills Ability to liaise and manage all stakeholders across the company Ability to multi-task Team player, self-motivated, able to plan and prioritise effectively Good working knowledge of MSOffice, particularly Word, PowerPoint and Excel VisionFR is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, inclusion and eliminating unlawful discrimination within our workforce and whilst fulfilling our Client recruitment needs. Due to the high level of applications being received if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion, usually due to other candidates having more relevant sector exposure, qualifications or required skills. We thank you for your interest.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Role: Finance & Office Manager Industry: Digital Agency Reports to: Head of Finance Permanent: Full time - Hybrid - 2 days working from home Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 (+ Study Support) Location: Central London Ref: VFR2999 Our Client is an independent digital agency, seeking a multi-talented Finance & Office Manager . Primarily you will work closely with the Head of Finance with day-to-day duties as well as supporting the wider team with adhoc office management. The Head of Finance is keen to mentor an individual wanting to pursue a long-term accounting career. Finance & Office Manager Key Responsibilities: Timesheet administrator and reporting Administer Card payments making sure all receipts/invoices are filed Supplier invoice processing, posting and filing Process monthly AMEX statement and upload to Paprika Administer Facebook, Tik Tok invoices for filing and processing via the Amex Updating Cashbook Bank Reconciliations Supporting Head of Finance with monthly billing Credit Control Assisting with Cashflow Suggest and organise company events Opportunity to participate in staff welfare, helping create a culture of engagement and an environment where people enjoy working Support Office maintenance and provisions Support Account Managers with adhoc tasks Co-ordinate new starter, leaver administration and document in People HR New Starter welcome's and inductions Skills and Requirements of the Finance & Office Manager: Previous experience with AP and AR within a creative agency Must have Paprika accounting system experience Excellent telephone manner/written communication skills Ability to liaise and manage all stakeholders across the company Ability to multi-task Team player, self-motivated, able to plan and prioritise effectively Good working knowledge of MSOffice, particularly Word, PowerPoint and Excel VisionFR is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, inclusion and eliminating unlawful discrimination within our workforce and whilst fulfilling our Client recruitment needs. Due to the high level of applications being received if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion, usually due to other candidates having more relevant sector exposure, qualifications or required skills. We thank you for your interest.
At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field from data, technology, customer care and auto repair, to HR, finance and procurement , we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. DLG's growth is supported by our Risk function. F rom Upstream Risk, Regulatory Advice and Compliance Management Information to Privacy and Data Protection, our Risk and Compliance teams keep us one step ahead, always. With links to every part of the business, and the responsibility for keeping people safe and compliant with all regulatory, claims, and underwriting controls, we've got opportunities to develop your skills no matter your specialisation. The role: You will support the Head of Business Risk through providing effective Group oversight of operational risk and internal control management, including risk reporting. Working within the Business Risk team alongside other Business Risk Managers, you'll provide oversight of operational risk and monitor our DLG risk profile - while staying on top of developments and changes as they happen (both internally and externally!) What else you'll be doing: Risk Management Provide oversight of Operational Risk, through review and challenge of business area risk profiles, Key Risk Indicators, management actions and responses to Events. Ensuring findings, risk impacts and recommendations are agreed with relevant stakeholders and delivered appropriately. Feed into the assessment and monitoring of the Group's overarching Risk Profile, against Risk Appetite, taking into consideration internal and external developments and trends. Help to mature Risk Appetite application, through rationalising and enhancing directorate risk and control assessment activities, including KPI/KRI/KCI usage, through appropriate and consistent methodologies, models, and systems. Identify risk management digitisation/automation opportunities; to streamline and focus on value. Work collaboratively with 1LOD management and ensure that, where risks are outside appetite, action plans are in place to enable a return to appetite within suitable timescales and are adequately monitored through effective governance structures. Help to identify areas that may require formal Risk Assurance and feed suggestions into the Head of Business Risk for consideration. Promote a risk-aware/risk-positive culture across the Group and personally demonstrate the required culture and behaviours. Support the effective implementation of a quarterly RCSA process, including the transition from the current annual IRCA process, and the ongoing maintenance and coordination of the process thereafter. Support the development, refresh or adaption of Risk policies, minimum standards, guidelines, templates and Risk management tools, associated with Operational Risk, as requested by the Head of Business Risk. Actively participate in Group Governance activities, ensuring they are fit for purpose, proportionate to the level of risk, and support making sound/balanced risk decisions. Maintain effective working relationship across all three lines of defence, including within the Risk and Compliance function itself, to remove unnecessary silos and enhance read across opportunities. Risk Reporting Provide input to effective Executive and Board risk reporting. Including, but not limited to the CRO Report, ORSA, Annual Report & Account submissions etc, as requested by the Head of Business Risk. Provide input into the activity to refresh the Group assessment of Emerging and Top risks, including the facilitation of discussion across the wider business. Support the effective running of the Operational Risk Committee (ORC) and the Risk Management Committee (RMC), including meeting schedules, forward planning, agenda setting, delivery of strong papers that address key areas of risk and enable good levels of debate from members. Regular contribution to papers and commentary at governance for a, to help ensure the operational risk profile is clearly reported, aligned with the business and understood at relevant levels. What you'll need: Awareness of the balance between risk, control and growth Curiosity and passion for generating new ideas Strong stakeholder engagement skills Experience of conducting thematic risk assurance assessments Strong report writing skills and an ability to present complex subjects simply Financial Services experience preferable Hours: 35 hours (Monday - Friday) Ways of Working Our hybrid model way of working offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office-working, offering flexibility for everyone. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but most colleagues are in 2 days a week, and we'll consider the flexible working options that work best for you. Read our flexible working approach here Benefits We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle: Generous 9% employer pension. Regardless of whether you contribute into your pension or not, DLG pay 9% into your pension (but you can take this as cash if you want!) Eligibility for annual performance bonus of up to 10% Generous holidays, starting at 25 days and going up to 28 days per year. Plus, the option of buying or selling upto 5 days each year! 50% off home, motor and pet insurance Free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Electric Vehicle car scheme which allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way Buy-as-you-earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Being yourself Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We're delighted to feature as one of the UK's Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.
May 18, 2024
Full time
At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field from data, technology, customer care and auto repair, to HR, finance and procurement , we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. DLG's growth is supported by our Risk function. F rom Upstream Risk, Regulatory Advice and Compliance Management Information to Privacy and Data Protection, our Risk and Compliance teams keep us one step ahead, always. With links to every part of the business, and the responsibility for keeping people safe and compliant with all regulatory, claims, and underwriting controls, we've got opportunities to develop your skills no matter your specialisation. The role: You will support the Head of Business Risk through providing effective Group oversight of operational risk and internal control management, including risk reporting. Working within the Business Risk team alongside other Business Risk Managers, you'll provide oversight of operational risk and monitor our DLG risk profile - while staying on top of developments and changes as they happen (both internally and externally!) What else you'll be doing: Risk Management Provide oversight of Operational Risk, through review and challenge of business area risk profiles, Key Risk Indicators, management actions and responses to Events. Ensuring findings, risk impacts and recommendations are agreed with relevant stakeholders and delivered appropriately. Feed into the assessment and monitoring of the Group's overarching Risk Profile, against Risk Appetite, taking into consideration internal and external developments and trends. Help to mature Risk Appetite application, through rationalising and enhancing directorate risk and control assessment activities, including KPI/KRI/KCI usage, through appropriate and consistent methodologies, models, and systems. Identify risk management digitisation/automation opportunities; to streamline and focus on value. Work collaboratively with 1LOD management and ensure that, where risks are outside appetite, action plans are in place to enable a return to appetite within suitable timescales and are adequately monitored through effective governance structures. Help to identify areas that may require formal Risk Assurance and feed suggestions into the Head of Business Risk for consideration. Promote a risk-aware/risk-positive culture across the Group and personally demonstrate the required culture and behaviours. Support the effective implementation of a quarterly RCSA process, including the transition from the current annual IRCA process, and the ongoing maintenance and coordination of the process thereafter. Support the development, refresh or adaption of Risk policies, minimum standards, guidelines, templates and Risk management tools, associated with Operational Risk, as requested by the Head of Business Risk. Actively participate in Group Governance activities, ensuring they are fit for purpose, proportionate to the level of risk, and support making sound/balanced risk decisions. Maintain effective working relationship across all three lines of defence, including within the Risk and Compliance function itself, to remove unnecessary silos and enhance read across opportunities. Risk Reporting Provide input to effective Executive and Board risk reporting. Including, but not limited to the CRO Report, ORSA, Annual Report & Account submissions etc, as requested by the Head of Business Risk. Provide input into the activity to refresh the Group assessment of Emerging and Top risks, including the facilitation of discussion across the wider business. Support the effective running of the Operational Risk Committee (ORC) and the Risk Management Committee (RMC), including meeting schedules, forward planning, agenda setting, delivery of strong papers that address key areas of risk and enable good levels of debate from members. Regular contribution to papers and commentary at governance for a, to help ensure the operational risk profile is clearly reported, aligned with the business and understood at relevant levels. What you'll need: Awareness of the balance between risk, control and growth Curiosity and passion for generating new ideas Strong stakeholder engagement skills Experience of conducting thematic risk assurance assessments Strong report writing skills and an ability to present complex subjects simply Financial Services experience preferable Hours: 35 hours (Monday - Friday) Ways of Working Our hybrid model way of working offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office-working, offering flexibility for everyone. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but most colleagues are in 2 days a week, and we'll consider the flexible working options that work best for you. Read our flexible working approach here Benefits We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle: Generous 9% employer pension. Regardless of whether you contribute into your pension or not, DLG pay 9% into your pension (but you can take this as cash if you want!) Eligibility for annual performance bonus of up to 10% Generous holidays, starting at 25 days and going up to 28 days per year. Plus, the option of buying or selling upto 5 days each year! 50% off home, motor and pet insurance Free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Electric Vehicle car scheme which allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way Buy-as-you-earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Being yourself Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We're delighted to feature as one of the UK's Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.
THE OPPORTUNITY: Macildowie are currently looking for an experienced Project Administrator to work for business within Leicestershire. The successful candidate will provide support to enable consistent and high quality performance of the Programme Management Office (PMO). Key focus areas to include: planning, administration and logistics, reporting, supporting risk management and benefits management for the programme. This is a permanent full time position working within a new team. THE ROLE & YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: Upholding clear standards and providing guidance to meet the governance and reporting requirements of Building Excellence.Ensuring adherence to the Framework and compliance with the toolkit and policies and proceduresDriving performance of small projects or workstreams within larger projects as agreed with the Head of Business Change and Governance.Deputising for Programme Manager where required to drive performance of the Programme Manager's project portfolio.Supporting with programme administration and logistics requirements for governance forums and meetings.Running the monthly reporting cycle, working in collaboration with workstreams within the programme.Proactively supporting monthly programme assurance activities including regular checks on all Projects within the Programme.Data analysis activities for the Programme Management Office.The management of updates and changes to Policies and ProceduresProduction, maintenance and storage of programme documentation across the lifecycle of each project.Co-ordinating training sessions and hold onboarding/inductions for Building Excellence new joiners. Preparation of monthly packs.Reviewing and monitoring progress on actions, risks and issues collated through the reporting process to regularly provide oversight at programme level.The review of Mandate, Project Initiation Documents and Project Change requests as part of the responsibilities of the PMO.Reporting on progress and programme controls, whilst supporting and challenging the individual workstreams.Developing and managing a Group change calendar as an aggregate of Group, Functional, and Building Excellence calendars.Managing change communications and being a gatekeeper for Group memos and communications related to change projects.Support PA to Group Sales & MarketingPerform general administration tasks such as diary management, travel bookings and expenses submissions for Group Sales & Marketing Director.Provide adhoc support for Group Sales & Marketing e.g. Booking meeting rooms, hot desks.Liaising of purchase orders & invoice submissions to finance. EXPERIENCE SOUGHT IN THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE: In order to be considered you must have strong administration skills, have experience of using MS Office Package and strong communication skillsProject support experience is essential Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography. Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process. If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise. Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.
May 18, 2024
Full time
THE OPPORTUNITY: Macildowie are currently looking for an experienced Project Administrator to work for business within Leicestershire. The successful candidate will provide support to enable consistent and high quality performance of the Programme Management Office (PMO). Key focus areas to include: planning, administration and logistics, reporting, supporting risk management and benefits management for the programme. This is a permanent full time position working within a new team. THE ROLE & YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: Upholding clear standards and providing guidance to meet the governance and reporting requirements of Building Excellence.Ensuring adherence to the Framework and compliance with the toolkit and policies and proceduresDriving performance of small projects or workstreams within larger projects as agreed with the Head of Business Change and Governance.Deputising for Programme Manager where required to drive performance of the Programme Manager's project portfolio.Supporting with programme administration and logistics requirements for governance forums and meetings.Running the monthly reporting cycle, working in collaboration with workstreams within the programme.Proactively supporting monthly programme assurance activities including regular checks on all Projects within the Programme.Data analysis activities for the Programme Management Office.The management of updates and changes to Policies and ProceduresProduction, maintenance and storage of programme documentation across the lifecycle of each project.Co-ordinating training sessions and hold onboarding/inductions for Building Excellence new joiners. Preparation of monthly packs.Reviewing and monitoring progress on actions, risks and issues collated through the reporting process to regularly provide oversight at programme level.The review of Mandate, Project Initiation Documents and Project Change requests as part of the responsibilities of the PMO.Reporting on progress and programme controls, whilst supporting and challenging the individual workstreams.Developing and managing a Group change calendar as an aggregate of Group, Functional, and Building Excellence calendars.Managing change communications and being a gatekeeper for Group memos and communications related to change projects.Support PA to Group Sales & MarketingPerform general administration tasks such as diary management, travel bookings and expenses submissions for Group Sales & Marketing Director.Provide adhoc support for Group Sales & Marketing e.g. Booking meeting rooms, hot desks.Liaising of purchase orders & invoice submissions to finance. EXPERIENCE SOUGHT IN THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE: In order to be considered you must have strong administration skills, have experience of using MS Office Package and strong communication skillsProject support experience is essential Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography. Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process. If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise. Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.
Lead Security Researcher - Systems Specialist Ref. 910 Department Technology & Innovation Salary £61,204 - £65,784 Job description Opportunity to apply for additional skills allowance up to £3,500 after 12 months Full-time, part-time and flexible working patterns available (minimum coverage 3 days per week) Secure infrastructure is the target. Think like the opposition. Architect the attack. You re the type of person who s quick to learn about unfamiliar systems and technologies and enjoy being the first to approach the problem and that s exactly what you ll get to do. At HMGCC, you ll combine your experience and knowledge of common vulnerabilities with a creative and open mind to identify the weakest points in a system. You ll direct and coordinate the work of vulnerability researchers and build representative model environments for others to attack. Alongside the Head of Profession, you ll identify the learning and development opportunities you need to help you progress, both from internal courses as well as external. This is not an IT pen testing role this is about taking the gloves off to achieve objectives. Because that s what our opposition can, and will, do to compromise our infrastructure. More About You You will already have, Experience in a relevant technical development discipline (electronic hardware, software, firmware, systems). An interest in developing and proving attack surfaces for systems. Experience of leading teams & task management. To strengthen your application, it would be beneficial if you have one or more of the following (but these are not essential), Experience of design, implementation, testing or maintenance of at least one of the following; Information Technology Systems Control Systems Communications Systems Experience of hardware-in-the-loop testing. Your Personal Skills You will be the type of person who, Thrives on learning about unfamiliar technologies and how customers deploy and use them. Communicates technical concepts fluently to a range of audiences from non-technical senior customers through to experienced vulnerability researchers. Approaches problems with an open and inquiring mind. Can adapt. Change and innovation is a big part of our organisation. You will be able to adapt with the support of your team and management. Putting your skills to use Using your diverse range of skills within the team, you will, Develop an understanding of systems used by our customers and understanding what impactful attacks against them would like. Develop and document the attack surface for systems. Lead a small team of vulnerability researchers and developers to produce proof-of-concept attacks to demonstrate critical system vulnerabilities. Lead the build of a representative test environment. Lead verification of attacks demonstrated by the team. Take first line responsibility for communicating findings and potential mitigations to stakeholders. What we Offer Now that we ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here s what we can offer you, 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years service. 8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to your annual leave. 2 additional days leave (set dates through the year). Paid overtime or TOIL. Your salary is for your contracted hours. If you work more, and sometimes it s needed, we believe you should be rewarded for that. Lots and lots of training. This can be anything from a day internal course to a distant learning degree. If it s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you. Our Pension scheme is Alpha. It s competitive. Sports & Social Society. Whether its classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you. On site nursery (subject to availability). 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice. Free parking. Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day. Relocation Package Affinity Groups whether you are disabled, LGBTQ and/or from an Ethnic Minority. We provide an inclusive environment and support for everyone. About HMGCC We re HMGCC, Her Majesty s Government Communications Centre. You may not have heard of us before. That s because our customers are other UK Government Departments. Using our collective expertise, we develop communication systems for our customers that are innovative, reliable and totally secure to protect national security at home and overseas. We invest in our people, not only with training but also support throughout your career with us; to allow you to reach your full potential at work, as well as enjoy the work/life balance many aspire to. To find out more about us and if we re right for you, please click here . Equal Opportunities Inclusion & Diversity really matters to us. It's not just about numbers or visible differences. HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse. We re not looking for any one type of person. We re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other's differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do. We are proud to offer candidates the opportunity to apply through the Offer of Interview Scheme. The scheme ensures eligible candidates are selected for an interview as long as their application meets the minimum criteria for the role. To find out more and how you can apply under this scheme, please see the inclusion and diversity information on our website. Apply now Discover more by clicking apply below. Our Recruitment Team will process your application once the role has closed and everyone will get a response. Please note dependent on the recruitment requirements, we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Lead Security Researcher - Systems Specialist Ref. 910 Department Technology & Innovation Salary £61,204 - £65,784 Job description Opportunity to apply for additional skills allowance up to £3,500 after 12 months Full-time, part-time and flexible working patterns available (minimum coverage 3 days per week) Secure infrastructure is the target. Think like the opposition. Architect the attack. You re the type of person who s quick to learn about unfamiliar systems and technologies and enjoy being the first to approach the problem and that s exactly what you ll get to do. At HMGCC, you ll combine your experience and knowledge of common vulnerabilities with a creative and open mind to identify the weakest points in a system. You ll direct and coordinate the work of vulnerability researchers and build representative model environments for others to attack. Alongside the Head of Profession, you ll identify the learning and development opportunities you need to help you progress, both from internal courses as well as external. This is not an IT pen testing role this is about taking the gloves off to achieve objectives. Because that s what our opposition can, and will, do to compromise our infrastructure. More About You You will already have, Experience in a relevant technical development discipline (electronic hardware, software, firmware, systems). An interest in developing and proving attack surfaces for systems. Experience of leading teams & task management. To strengthen your application, it would be beneficial if you have one or more of the following (but these are not essential), Experience of design, implementation, testing or maintenance of at least one of the following; Information Technology Systems Control Systems Communications Systems Experience of hardware-in-the-loop testing. Your Personal Skills You will be the type of person who, Thrives on learning about unfamiliar technologies and how customers deploy and use them. Communicates technical concepts fluently to a range of audiences from non-technical senior customers through to experienced vulnerability researchers. Approaches problems with an open and inquiring mind. Can adapt. Change and innovation is a big part of our organisation. You will be able to adapt with the support of your team and management. Putting your skills to use Using your diverse range of skills within the team, you will, Develop an understanding of systems used by our customers and understanding what impactful attacks against them would like. Develop and document the attack surface for systems. Lead a small team of vulnerability researchers and developers to produce proof-of-concept attacks to demonstrate critical system vulnerabilities. Lead the build of a representative test environment. Lead verification of attacks demonstrated by the team. Take first line responsibility for communicating findings and potential mitigations to stakeholders. What we Offer Now that we ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here s what we can offer you, 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years service. 8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to your annual leave. 2 additional days leave (set dates through the year). Paid overtime or TOIL. Your salary is for your contracted hours. If you work more, and sometimes it s needed, we believe you should be rewarded for that. Lots and lots of training. This can be anything from a day internal course to a distant learning degree. If it s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you. Our Pension scheme is Alpha. It s competitive. Sports & Social Society. Whether its classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you. On site nursery (subject to availability). 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice. Free parking. Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day. Relocation Package Affinity Groups whether you are disabled, LGBTQ and/or from an Ethnic Minority. We provide an inclusive environment and support for everyone. About HMGCC We re HMGCC, Her Majesty s Government Communications Centre. You may not have heard of us before. That s because our customers are other UK Government Departments. Using our collective expertise, we develop communication systems for our customers that are innovative, reliable and totally secure to protect national security at home and overseas. We invest in our people, not only with training but also support throughout your career with us; to allow you to reach your full potential at work, as well as enjoy the work/life balance many aspire to. To find out more about us and if we re right for you, please click here . Equal Opportunities Inclusion & Diversity really matters to us. It's not just about numbers or visible differences. HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse. We re not looking for any one type of person. We re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other's differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do. We are proud to offer candidates the opportunity to apply through the Offer of Interview Scheme. The scheme ensures eligible candidates are selected for an interview as long as their application meets the minimum criteria for the role. To find out more and how you can apply under this scheme, please see the inclusion and diversity information on our website. Apply now Discover more by clicking apply below. Our Recruitment Team will process your application once the role has closed and everyone will get a response. Please note dependent on the recruitment requirements, we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date.
Summary This is an exciting new opportunity to join us at Speke Hall, leading a team of brilliant, engaged, and talented gardeners who work to deliver horticultural excellence and incredible public benefit. Speke Hall has a 8-acre garden that surrounds the beautiful grade I listed house and consists of ornamental lawns, a productive kitchen garden and orchard, a stream garden, yews, ponds, and so much more. In addition we care for the domestic sized gardens at the childhood homes of John Lennon and Paul McCartney. As the General Manager for over 25 years, I have delighted in the transformation of the formal gardens under the stewardship of talented Head Gardeners. There is so much more to do here. The Head Gardener will be supported, and encouraged to continue the journey of improvement and development. Please click here to hear more about this opportunity from myself. Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week, includes some weekends on a Duty Manager Rota. This will be on average one weekend in six, plus Bank Holidays. Salary: £32,955pa Contract: Permanent Interviews: 13th June which includes an orientation tour where you'll have a chance to meet some of the team you'll be working with Please include a covering letter (no more than 1 page A4) with your application stating what key experience and practical skills make you the ideal candidate to take our aspirations forward. If you have any questions about this role please contact either our General Manager: .uk or our Gardens and Parkland Consultant: .uk What it's like to work here Reporting to the General Manager, you'll play a key role in shaping our vision at the Liverpool properties portfolio. You'll be part of our Property Leadership Team holding accountability for day to day maintenance and long-term planning for the garden. Your garden / office workload split is anticipated to be 60/40. Surrounded by 85 acres of woodland we welcome 225,000 visitors per year, Speke Hall is a fast-growing visitor business, and we have exciting plans, including restoring the grandeur of our gardens, inspired by a Garden Conservation Management Plan. We all work to support each other each day, looking after each other's well-being and caring for this special place that visitors come to enjoy. You'll join this fantastic team and play an integral part in telling the story of Speke Hall and conserving it for years to come. Click here for more information about this location What you'll be doing As Head Gardener you'll lead on ambitious garden restoration projects, giving you the opportunity for hands-on creativity and dynamic gardening as well as managing a team of 3 staff and a growing community of volunteers. Increasingly we manage our gardens with low or no pesticide input and more resilient to climate change needs. You'll share your passion for gardening by working with the visitor experience team to champion our cause and engage visitors with the beauty, nature and narratives of our garden. You'll ensure everyone feels welcome through modelling inclusive leadership and working with other members of the team to make changes that improve access to the garden. Working relationship with experts from our internal consultancy, you'll connect yourself externally to ensure you are always learning from others and identifying partnership opportunities where relevant You'll set and deliver your own operating and conservation budgets and be responsible for the safety and compliance within the garden. You'll be responsible for strategising, organising and prioritising the team's tasks, as well as your own. You'll also be a key and effective member of the property leadership team as a head of department. You'll work to implement a robust Garden Management Plan, using the conservation management plan, to ensure a clear strategy for the garden at Speke Hall. Please see attached role profile and our prospectus for further information. Who we're looking for Ideally you'll have experience in a similar role and knowledge of managing a historic or public garden site, in all its complexity. We'd love to hear from you if you're: horticulturally experienced, preferably in a similar role and visitor-facing setting, along with RHS level 3 in horticulture, or equivalent vocational experience a leader of people, empathetic and willing to motivate and inspire your team of 3 staff and 60+ volunteers. able to carry out physically demanding tasks outdoors in all weathers, on a site with mixed topography and be a proficient computer user competent in operating typical garden machinery and equipment highly organised and focused, to deliver the departmental planning, budget management and compliance, as well as support for garden events and programming. The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Tax-free childcare scheme •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Summary This is an exciting new opportunity to join us at Speke Hall, leading a team of brilliant, engaged, and talented gardeners who work to deliver horticultural excellence and incredible public benefit. Speke Hall has a 8-acre garden that surrounds the beautiful grade I listed house and consists of ornamental lawns, a productive kitchen garden and orchard, a stream garden, yews, ponds, and so much more. In addition we care for the domestic sized gardens at the childhood homes of John Lennon and Paul McCartney. As the General Manager for over 25 years, I have delighted in the transformation of the formal gardens under the stewardship of talented Head Gardeners. There is so much more to do here. The Head Gardener will be supported, and encouraged to continue the journey of improvement and development. Please click here to hear more about this opportunity from myself. Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week, includes some weekends on a Duty Manager Rota. This will be on average one weekend in six, plus Bank Holidays. Salary: £32,955pa Contract: Permanent Interviews: 13th June which includes an orientation tour where you'll have a chance to meet some of the team you'll be working with Please include a covering letter (no more than 1 page A4) with your application stating what key experience and practical skills make you the ideal candidate to take our aspirations forward. If you have any questions about this role please contact either our General Manager: .uk or our Gardens and Parkland Consultant: .uk What it's like to work here Reporting to the General Manager, you'll play a key role in shaping our vision at the Liverpool properties portfolio. You'll be part of our Property Leadership Team holding accountability for day to day maintenance and long-term planning for the garden. Your garden / office workload split is anticipated to be 60/40. Surrounded by 85 acres of woodland we welcome 225,000 visitors per year, Speke Hall is a fast-growing visitor business, and we have exciting plans, including restoring the grandeur of our gardens, inspired by a Garden Conservation Management Plan. We all work to support each other each day, looking after each other's well-being and caring for this special place that visitors come to enjoy. You'll join this fantastic team and play an integral part in telling the story of Speke Hall and conserving it for years to come. Click here for more information about this location What you'll be doing As Head Gardener you'll lead on ambitious garden restoration projects, giving you the opportunity for hands-on creativity and dynamic gardening as well as managing a team of 3 staff and a growing community of volunteers. Increasingly we manage our gardens with low or no pesticide input and more resilient to climate change needs. You'll share your passion for gardening by working with the visitor experience team to champion our cause and engage visitors with the beauty, nature and narratives of our garden. You'll ensure everyone feels welcome through modelling inclusive leadership and working with other members of the team to make changes that improve access to the garden. Working relationship with experts from our internal consultancy, you'll connect yourself externally to ensure you are always learning from others and identifying partnership opportunities where relevant You'll set and deliver your own operating and conservation budgets and be responsible for the safety and compliance within the garden. You'll be responsible for strategising, organising and prioritising the team's tasks, as well as your own. You'll also be a key and effective member of the property leadership team as a head of department. You'll work to implement a robust Garden Management Plan, using the conservation management plan, to ensure a clear strategy for the garden at Speke Hall. Please see attached role profile and our prospectus for further information. Who we're looking for Ideally you'll have experience in a similar role and knowledge of managing a historic or public garden site, in all its complexity. We'd love to hear from you if you're: horticulturally experienced, preferably in a similar role and visitor-facing setting, along with RHS level 3 in horticulture, or equivalent vocational experience a leader of people, empathetic and willing to motivate and inspire your team of 3 staff and 60+ volunteers. able to carry out physically demanding tasks outdoors in all weathers, on a site with mixed topography and be a proficient computer user competent in operating typical garden machinery and equipment highly organised and focused, to deliver the departmental planning, budget management and compliance, as well as support for garden events and programming. The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Tax-free childcare scheme •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Field Calibration Engineer - Medical Equipment Home based role covering Scotland. As a Field Calibration Engineer, you will travel to client sites to service sensitive medical devices / laboratory equipment in hospitals, health centres and clinics etc. Job Type: Permanent Location: Home based with occasional trips to Head Office in the Glasgow area, ideally you will be living in Glasgow, Motherwell, East Kilbride, Hamilton, Lanarkshire, Kilmarnock, Greenock, Edinburgh, Livingstone, Falkirk, Stirling, Abington Post Code: ML1 3BZ Salary: 35,000 to 40,000 Benefits: Car, Pension, Medical, Life Assurance Start Date: ASAP Duration: Permanent A successful, high profile company providing calibration and repair services for Medical Equipment / Healthcare Instrumentation / Laboratory Equipment require a Calibration Engineer. You will work from home and travel to site to calibrate and carry out basic maintenance (and occasional repair work) on equipment at hospitals, clinics, health centres etc. After completion of initial training you will be working alone but will have comprehensive technical and administrative back-up. You will liaise with health service workers on a day-to-day basis in the course of your work. As a Field Calibration Engineer - Medical Equipment you will have at least 3 years commercial experience and be qualified to HNC/HND in an appropriate electronics, science or engineering discipline. You should have a smart personal appearance, excellent organisational abilities, good communication and customer care skills and be able to work under pressure when required. A clean driving license is required together with good navigation skills. Calibration experience is desirable however full training will be provided. The role will suit individuals currently working as a Calibration Engineer, Electronics Repair Engineer, Bench Engineer, Laboratory Instrumentation Technician, Medical Device Engineer, Field Service Engineer Electronics Engineer and living within a commutable distance of Glasgow, Motherwell, East Kilbride, Hamilton, Lanarkshire, Kilmarnock, Greenock, Edinburgh, Livingstone, Falkirk, Stirling, Abington or be willing to relocate.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Field Calibration Engineer - Medical Equipment Home based role covering Scotland. As a Field Calibration Engineer, you will travel to client sites to service sensitive medical devices / laboratory equipment in hospitals, health centres and clinics etc. Job Type: Permanent Location: Home based with occasional trips to Head Office in the Glasgow area, ideally you will be living in Glasgow, Motherwell, East Kilbride, Hamilton, Lanarkshire, Kilmarnock, Greenock, Edinburgh, Livingstone, Falkirk, Stirling, Abington Post Code: ML1 3BZ Salary: 35,000 to 40,000 Benefits: Car, Pension, Medical, Life Assurance Start Date: ASAP Duration: Permanent A successful, high profile company providing calibration and repair services for Medical Equipment / Healthcare Instrumentation / Laboratory Equipment require a Calibration Engineer. You will work from home and travel to site to calibrate and carry out basic maintenance (and occasional repair work) on equipment at hospitals, clinics, health centres etc. After completion of initial training you will be working alone but will have comprehensive technical and administrative back-up. You will liaise with health service workers on a day-to-day basis in the course of your work. As a Field Calibration Engineer - Medical Equipment you will have at least 3 years commercial experience and be qualified to HNC/HND in an appropriate electronics, science or engineering discipline. You should have a smart personal appearance, excellent organisational abilities, good communication and customer care skills and be able to work under pressure when required. A clean driving license is required together with good navigation skills. Calibration experience is desirable however full training will be provided. The role will suit individuals currently working as a Calibration Engineer, Electronics Repair Engineer, Bench Engineer, Laboratory Instrumentation Technician, Medical Device Engineer, Field Service Engineer Electronics Engineer and living within a commutable distance of Glasgow, Motherwell, East Kilbride, Hamilton, Lanarkshire, Kilmarnock, Greenock, Edinburgh, Livingstone, Falkirk, Stirling, Abington or be willing to relocate.
Lead Security Researcher - Systems Specialist Ref. 910 Department Technology & Innovation Salary £61,204 - £65,784 Job description Opportunity to apply for additional skills allowance up to £3,500 after 12 months Full-time, part-time and flexible working patterns available (minimum coverage 3 days per week) Secure infrastructure is the target. Think like the opposition. Architect the attack. You re the type of person who s quick to learn about unfamiliar systems and technologies and enjoy being the first to approach the problem and that s exactly what you ll get to do. At HMGCC, you ll combine your experience and knowledge of common vulnerabilities with a creative and open mind to identify the weakest points in a system. You ll direct and coordinate the work of vulnerability researchers and build representative model environments for others to attack. Alongside the Head of Profession, you ll identify the learning and development opportunities you need to help you progress, both from internal courses as well as external. This is not an IT pen testing role this is about taking the gloves off to achieve objectives. Because that s what our opposition can, and will, do to compromise our infrastructure. More About You You will already have, Experience in a relevant technical development discipline (electronic hardware, software, firmware, systems). An interest in developing and proving attack surfaces for systems. Experience of leading teams & task management. To strengthen your application, it would be beneficial if you have one or more of the following (but these are not essential), Experience of design, implementation, testing or maintenance of at least one of the following; Information Technology Systems Control Systems Communications Systems Experience of hardware-in-the-loop testing. Your Personal Skills You will be the type of person who, Thrives on learning about unfamiliar technologies and how customers deploy and use them. Communicates technical concepts fluently to a range of audiences from non-technical senior customers through to experienced vulnerability researchers. Approaches problems with an open and inquiring mind. Can adapt. Change and innovation is a big part of our organisation. You will be able to adapt with the support of your team and management. Putting your skills to use Using your diverse range of skills within the team, you will, Develop an understanding of systems used by our customers and understanding what impactful attacks against them would like. Develop and document the attack surface for systems. Lead a small team of vulnerability researchers and developers to produce proof-of-concept attacks to demonstrate critical system vulnerabilities. Lead the build of a representative test environment. Lead verification of attacks demonstrated by the team. Take first line responsibility for communicating findings and potential mitigations to stakeholders. What we Offer Now that we ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here s what we can offer you, 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years service. 8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to your annual leave. 2 additional days leave (set dates through the year). Paid overtime or TOIL. Your salary is for your contracted hours. If you work more, and sometimes it s needed, we believe you should be rewarded for that. Lots and lots of training. This can be anything from a day internal course to a distant learning degree. If it s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you. Our Pension scheme is Alpha. It s competitive. Sports & Social Society. Whether its classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you. On site nursery (subject to availability). 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice. Free parking. Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day. Relocation Package Affinity Groups whether you are disabled, LGBTQ and/or from an Ethnic Minority. We provide an inclusive environment and support for everyone. About HMGCC We re HMGCC, Her Majesty s Government Communications Centre. You may not have heard of us before. That s because our customers are other UK Government Departments. Using our collective expertise, we develop communication systems for our customers that are innovative, reliable and totally secure to protect national security at home and overseas. We invest in our people, not only with training but also support throughout your career with us; to allow you to reach your full potential at work, as well as enjoy the work/life balance many aspire to. To find out more about us and if we re right for you, please click here . Equal Opportunities Inclusion & Diversity really matters to us. It's not just about numbers or visible differences. HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse. We re not looking for any one type of person. We re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other's differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do. We are proud to offer candidates the opportunity to apply through the Offer of Interview Scheme. The scheme ensures eligible candidates are selected for an interview as long as their application meets the minimum criteria for the role. To find out more and how you can apply under this scheme, please see the inclusion and diversity information on our website. Apply now Discover more by clicking apply below. Our Recruitment Team will process your application once the role has closed and everyone will get a response. Please note dependent on the recruitment requirements, we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Lead Security Researcher - Systems Specialist Ref. 910 Department Technology & Innovation Salary £61,204 - £65,784 Job description Opportunity to apply for additional skills allowance up to £3,500 after 12 months Full-time, part-time and flexible working patterns available (minimum coverage 3 days per week) Secure infrastructure is the target. Think like the opposition. Architect the attack. You re the type of person who s quick to learn about unfamiliar systems and technologies and enjoy being the first to approach the problem and that s exactly what you ll get to do. At HMGCC, you ll combine your experience and knowledge of common vulnerabilities with a creative and open mind to identify the weakest points in a system. You ll direct and coordinate the work of vulnerability researchers and build representative model environments for others to attack. Alongside the Head of Profession, you ll identify the learning and development opportunities you need to help you progress, both from internal courses as well as external. This is not an IT pen testing role this is about taking the gloves off to achieve objectives. Because that s what our opposition can, and will, do to compromise our infrastructure. More About You You will already have, Experience in a relevant technical development discipline (electronic hardware, software, firmware, systems). An interest in developing and proving attack surfaces for systems. Experience of leading teams & task management. To strengthen your application, it would be beneficial if you have one or more of the following (but these are not essential), Experience of design, implementation, testing or maintenance of at least one of the following; Information Technology Systems Control Systems Communications Systems Experience of hardware-in-the-loop testing. Your Personal Skills You will be the type of person who, Thrives on learning about unfamiliar technologies and how customers deploy and use them. Communicates technical concepts fluently to a range of audiences from non-technical senior customers through to experienced vulnerability researchers. Approaches problems with an open and inquiring mind. Can adapt. Change and innovation is a big part of our organisation. You will be able to adapt with the support of your team and management. Putting your skills to use Using your diverse range of skills within the team, you will, Develop an understanding of systems used by our customers and understanding what impactful attacks against them would like. Develop and document the attack surface for systems. Lead a small team of vulnerability researchers and developers to produce proof-of-concept attacks to demonstrate critical system vulnerabilities. Lead the build of a representative test environment. Lead verification of attacks demonstrated by the team. Take first line responsibility for communicating findings and potential mitigations to stakeholders. What we Offer Now that we ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here s what we can offer you, 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years service. 8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to your annual leave. 2 additional days leave (set dates through the year). Paid overtime or TOIL. Your salary is for your contracted hours. If you work more, and sometimes it s needed, we believe you should be rewarded for that. Lots and lots of training. This can be anything from a day internal course to a distant learning degree. If it s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you. Our Pension scheme is Alpha. It s competitive. Sports & Social Society. Whether its classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you. On site nursery (subject to availability). 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice. Free parking. Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day. Relocation Package Affinity Groups whether you are disabled, LGBTQ and/or from an Ethnic Minority. We provide an inclusive environment and support for everyone. About HMGCC We re HMGCC, Her Majesty s Government Communications Centre. You may not have heard of us before. That s because our customers are other UK Government Departments. Using our collective expertise, we develop communication systems for our customers that are innovative, reliable and totally secure to protect national security at home and overseas. We invest in our people, not only with training but also support throughout your career with us; to allow you to reach your full potential at work, as well as enjoy the work/life balance many aspire to. To find out more about us and if we re right for you, please click here . Equal Opportunities Inclusion & Diversity really matters to us. It's not just about numbers or visible differences. HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse. We re not looking for any one type of person. We re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other's differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do. We are proud to offer candidates the opportunity to apply through the Offer of Interview Scheme. The scheme ensures eligible candidates are selected for an interview as long as their application meets the minimum criteria for the role. To find out more and how you can apply under this scheme, please see the inclusion and diversity information on our website. Apply now Discover more by clicking apply below. Our Recruitment Team will process your application once the role has closed and everyone will get a response. Please note dependent on the recruitment requirements, we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date.
Lead Security Researcher - Systems Specialist Ref. 910 Department Technology & Innovation Salary £61,204 - £65,784 Job description Opportunity to apply for additional skills allowance up to £3,500 after 12 months Full-time, part-time and flexible working patterns available (minimum coverage 3 days per week) Secure infrastructure is the target. Think like the opposition. Architect the attack. You re the type of person who s quick to learn about unfamiliar systems and technologies and enjoy being the first to approach the problem and that s exactly what you ll get to do. At HMGCC, you ll combine your experience and knowledge of common vulnerabilities with a creative and open mind to identify the weakest points in a system. You ll direct and coordinate the work of vulnerability researchers and build representative model environments for others to attack. Alongside the Head of Profession, you ll identify the learning and development opportunities you need to help you progress, both from internal courses as well as external. This is not an IT pen testing role this is about taking the gloves off to achieve objectives. Because that s what our opposition can, and will, do to compromise our infrastructure. More About You You will already have, Experience in a relevant technical development discipline (electronic hardware, software, firmware, systems). An interest in developing and proving attack surfaces for systems. Experience of leading teams & task management. To strengthen your application, it would be beneficial if you have one or more of the following (but these are not essential), Experience of design, implementation, testing or maintenance of at least one of the following; Information Technology Systems Control Systems Communications Systems Experience of hardware-in-the-loop testing. Your Personal Skills You will be the type of person who, Thrives on learning about unfamiliar technologies and how customers deploy and use them. Communicates technical concepts fluently to a range of audiences from non-technical senior customers through to experienced vulnerability researchers. Approaches problems with an open and inquiring mind. Can adapt. Change and innovation is a big part of our organisation. You will be able to adapt with the support of your team and management. Putting your skills to use Using your diverse range of skills within the team, you will, Develop an understanding of systems used by our customers and understanding what impactful attacks against them would like. Develop and document the attack surface for systems. Lead a small team of vulnerability researchers and developers to produce proof-of-concept attacks to demonstrate critical system vulnerabilities. Lead the build of a representative test environment. Lead verification of attacks demonstrated by the team. Take first line responsibility for communicating findings and potential mitigations to stakeholders. What we Offer Now that we ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here s what we can offer you, 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years service. 8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to your annual leave. 2 additional days leave (set dates through the year). Paid overtime or TOIL. Your salary is for your contracted hours. If you work more, and sometimes it s needed, we believe you should be rewarded for that. Lots and lots of training. This can be anything from a day internal course to a distant learning degree. If it s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you. Our Pension scheme is Alpha. It s competitive. Sports & Social Society. Whether its classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you. On site nursery (subject to availability). 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice. Free parking. Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day. Relocation Package Affinity Groups whether you are disabled, LGBTQ and/or from an Ethnic Minority. We provide an inclusive environment and support for everyone. About HMGCC We re HMGCC, Her Majesty s Government Communications Centre. You may not have heard of us before. That s because our customers are other UK Government Departments. Using our collective expertise, we develop communication systems for our customers that are innovative, reliable and totally secure to protect national security at home and overseas. We invest in our people, not only with training but also support throughout your career with us; to allow you to reach your full potential at work, as well as enjoy the work/life balance many aspire to. To find out more about us and if we re right for you, please click here . Equal Opportunities Inclusion & Diversity really matters to us. It's not just about numbers or visible differences. HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse. We re not looking for any one type of person. We re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other's differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do. We are proud to offer candidates the opportunity to apply through the Offer of Interview Scheme. The scheme ensures eligible candidates are selected for an interview as long as their application meets the minimum criteria for the role. To find out more and how you can apply under this scheme, please see the inclusion and diversity information on our website. Apply now Discover more by clicking apply below. Our Recruitment Team will process your application once the role has closed and everyone will get a response. Please note dependent on the recruitment requirements, we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Lead Security Researcher - Systems Specialist Ref. 910 Department Technology & Innovation Salary £61,204 - £65,784 Job description Opportunity to apply for additional skills allowance up to £3,500 after 12 months Full-time, part-time and flexible working patterns available (minimum coverage 3 days per week) Secure infrastructure is the target. Think like the opposition. Architect the attack. You re the type of person who s quick to learn about unfamiliar systems and technologies and enjoy being the first to approach the problem and that s exactly what you ll get to do. At HMGCC, you ll combine your experience and knowledge of common vulnerabilities with a creative and open mind to identify the weakest points in a system. You ll direct and coordinate the work of vulnerability researchers and build representative model environments for others to attack. Alongside the Head of Profession, you ll identify the learning and development opportunities you need to help you progress, both from internal courses as well as external. This is not an IT pen testing role this is about taking the gloves off to achieve objectives. Because that s what our opposition can, and will, do to compromise our infrastructure. More About You You will already have, Experience in a relevant technical development discipline (electronic hardware, software, firmware, systems). An interest in developing and proving attack surfaces for systems. Experience of leading teams & task management. To strengthen your application, it would be beneficial if you have one or more of the following (but these are not essential), Experience of design, implementation, testing or maintenance of at least one of the following; Information Technology Systems Control Systems Communications Systems Experience of hardware-in-the-loop testing. Your Personal Skills You will be the type of person who, Thrives on learning about unfamiliar technologies and how customers deploy and use them. Communicates technical concepts fluently to a range of audiences from non-technical senior customers through to experienced vulnerability researchers. Approaches problems with an open and inquiring mind. Can adapt. Change and innovation is a big part of our organisation. You will be able to adapt with the support of your team and management. Putting your skills to use Using your diverse range of skills within the team, you will, Develop an understanding of systems used by our customers and understanding what impactful attacks against them would like. Develop and document the attack surface for systems. Lead a small team of vulnerability researchers and developers to produce proof-of-concept attacks to demonstrate critical system vulnerabilities. Lead the build of a representative test environment. Lead verification of attacks demonstrated by the team. Take first line responsibility for communicating findings and potential mitigations to stakeholders. What we Offer Now that we ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here s what we can offer you, 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years service. 8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to your annual leave. 2 additional days leave (set dates through the year). Paid overtime or TOIL. Your salary is for your contracted hours. If you work more, and sometimes it s needed, we believe you should be rewarded for that. Lots and lots of training. This can be anything from a day internal course to a distant learning degree. If it s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you. Our Pension scheme is Alpha. It s competitive. Sports & Social Society. Whether its classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you. On site nursery (subject to availability). 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice. Free parking. Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day. Relocation Package Affinity Groups whether you are disabled, LGBTQ and/or from an Ethnic Minority. We provide an inclusive environment and support for everyone. About HMGCC We re HMGCC, Her Majesty s Government Communications Centre. You may not have heard of us before. That s because our customers are other UK Government Departments. Using our collective expertise, we develop communication systems for our customers that are innovative, reliable and totally secure to protect national security at home and overseas. We invest in our people, not only with training but also support throughout your career with us; to allow you to reach your full potential at work, as well as enjoy the work/life balance many aspire to. To find out more about us and if we re right for you, please click here . Equal Opportunities Inclusion & Diversity really matters to us. It's not just about numbers or visible differences. HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse. We re not looking for any one type of person. We re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other's differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do. We are proud to offer candidates the opportunity to apply through the Offer of Interview Scheme. The scheme ensures eligible candidates are selected for an interview as long as their application meets the minimum criteria for the role. To find out more and how you can apply under this scheme, please see the inclusion and diversity information on our website. Apply now Discover more by clicking apply below. Our Recruitment Team will process your application once the role has closed and everyone will get a response. Please note dependent on the recruitment requirements, we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date.
Are you an expert in news media relations and crisis communication? Do you have a deep understanding of the evolving media landscape? We're seeking a Head of News, to shape and steer Virgin's news communications strategy, whilst ensuring that our narrative is effectively communicated to the public in a distinctly Virgin way. This role covers core areas of the business, including Virgin Group, Virgin Red, Virgin Trains Ticketing and Virgin StartUp, whilst working closely with other Virgin companies around the world. Are you ready to immerse yourself in a globally recognised brand? If so, then this is the role for you! Our Virgin Family Join the Virgin Group - a diverse collective driving change, enhancing customer experience, and having a blast. We're daring, disrupting industries from finance to space, united as part of the Virgin Family. Virgin Management, the heart of Virgin, nurtures the brand globally. Our diverse, 180-strong team in London and New York, supports every facet of the Virgin Group, including Virgin Unite, our entrepreneurial foundation, and Virgin StartUp, empowering UK entrepreneurs. Working in synergy with various Virgin companies globally, our interests are as diverse as travel, health, music, media, finance, and space. Our unique work culture and purpose unite us. And we have Virgin Red, which rewards customers by making their everyday, extraordinary. Members can earn Virgin Points with Virgin companies and across a vast partner network, unlocking everyday rewards and exclusive experiences. Tell me more News Media Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive news media strategy that aligns with Virgin's goals and values. Proactively engage with journalists, editors, and news outlets to secure positive and impactful coverage. Corporate Narrative: Steer the development and maintenance of a consistent and compelling corporate narrative, aligned with Virgin's identity. Drive the implementation of our leadership profiling strategy, actively seeking opportunities to raise the leadership voice. Crisis Communication Leadership: Develop and implement robust crisis communication plans to effectively manage and mitigate reputational risks. Serve as the primary spokesperson during critical situations, providing clear and transparent communication. Media Relations Excellence: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key journalists, media influencers, and corporate communication professionals. Drive efforts to secure positive media coverage for Virgin's key campaigns and initiatives. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure alignment in messaging and communications strategies. Provide strategic counsel to leadership on media-related matters. Content Development: Oversee the creation of high-quality content for news releases, statements, and other materials. Ensure that content is tailored to different news outlets and effectively communicates key messages. Performance Metrics: Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of news communications efforts. Provide regular reports on media coverage, sentiment, and trends to senior leadership. What you'll need Proven experience in a senior role in media relations, with a focus on news and corporate affairs. Strong understanding of the news media landscape and corporate communication best practices. Crisis communication experience, the ability to navigate high pressure situations and respond quickly and effectively to breaking news. Excellent relationships with a range of media outlets. Extensive experience of news hijacking and an ability to control a news agenda via pro-active and robust communications responses. Experience of leading complex project teams. Excellent stakeholder management, including senior leadership teams. The extra details Role type : Permanent Location : London hub & your home space Working hours : Full time - we embrace flexible working. Let us know what hours empower you to be at your best both professionally and personally, we'll try to find a perfect match for you and us. Benefits : Dive into a fast-paced, evolving workspace, where your hard work and dedication is rewarded. Fancy unlimited holidays and weekly yoga? That's the Virgin way. We champion inclusion, wellbeing, and purposeful points strategies. Further benefits include flexible working, healthcare, dental schemes, pension contributions and an employee rewards scheme. Closing date : 13 May 2024 Some of the attributes that define a Virgin person just can't be quantified in words. We pride ourselves on welcoming people from all walks of life, with all sorts of skill sets. Most recently, we successfully campaigned to add 'Dyslexic Thinking' as a skill on LinkedIn. Any uniqueness is a strength and will be considered an asset to our workforce. If there is something you would like us to consider, to tailor the hiring process to the way you work best, please don't hesitate to let us know. Excited to make each day rewarding? We'd love to learn more about you!
May 17, 2024
Full time
Are you an expert in news media relations and crisis communication? Do you have a deep understanding of the evolving media landscape? We're seeking a Head of News, to shape and steer Virgin's news communications strategy, whilst ensuring that our narrative is effectively communicated to the public in a distinctly Virgin way. This role covers core areas of the business, including Virgin Group, Virgin Red, Virgin Trains Ticketing and Virgin StartUp, whilst working closely with other Virgin companies around the world. Are you ready to immerse yourself in a globally recognised brand? If so, then this is the role for you! Our Virgin Family Join the Virgin Group - a diverse collective driving change, enhancing customer experience, and having a blast. We're daring, disrupting industries from finance to space, united as part of the Virgin Family. Virgin Management, the heart of Virgin, nurtures the brand globally. Our diverse, 180-strong team in London and New York, supports every facet of the Virgin Group, including Virgin Unite, our entrepreneurial foundation, and Virgin StartUp, empowering UK entrepreneurs. Working in synergy with various Virgin companies globally, our interests are as diverse as travel, health, music, media, finance, and space. Our unique work culture and purpose unite us. And we have Virgin Red, which rewards customers by making their everyday, extraordinary. Members can earn Virgin Points with Virgin companies and across a vast partner network, unlocking everyday rewards and exclusive experiences. Tell me more News Media Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive news media strategy that aligns with Virgin's goals and values. Proactively engage with journalists, editors, and news outlets to secure positive and impactful coverage. Corporate Narrative: Steer the development and maintenance of a consistent and compelling corporate narrative, aligned with Virgin's identity. Drive the implementation of our leadership profiling strategy, actively seeking opportunities to raise the leadership voice. Crisis Communication Leadership: Develop and implement robust crisis communication plans to effectively manage and mitigate reputational risks. Serve as the primary spokesperson during critical situations, providing clear and transparent communication. Media Relations Excellence: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key journalists, media influencers, and corporate communication professionals. Drive efforts to secure positive media coverage for Virgin's key campaigns and initiatives. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure alignment in messaging and communications strategies. Provide strategic counsel to leadership on media-related matters. Content Development: Oversee the creation of high-quality content for news releases, statements, and other materials. Ensure that content is tailored to different news outlets and effectively communicates key messages. Performance Metrics: Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of news communications efforts. Provide regular reports on media coverage, sentiment, and trends to senior leadership. What you'll need Proven experience in a senior role in media relations, with a focus on news and corporate affairs. Strong understanding of the news media landscape and corporate communication best practices. Crisis communication experience, the ability to navigate high pressure situations and respond quickly and effectively to breaking news. Excellent relationships with a range of media outlets. Extensive experience of news hijacking and an ability to control a news agenda via pro-active and robust communications responses. Experience of leading complex project teams. Excellent stakeholder management, including senior leadership teams. The extra details Role type : Permanent Location : London hub & your home space Working hours : Full time - we embrace flexible working. Let us know what hours empower you to be at your best both professionally and personally, we'll try to find a perfect match for you and us. Benefits : Dive into a fast-paced, evolving workspace, where your hard work and dedication is rewarded. Fancy unlimited holidays and weekly yoga? That's the Virgin way. We champion inclusion, wellbeing, and purposeful points strategies. Further benefits include flexible working, healthcare, dental schemes, pension contributions and an employee rewards scheme. Closing date : 13 May 2024 Some of the attributes that define a Virgin person just can't be quantified in words. We pride ourselves on welcoming people from all walks of life, with all sorts of skill sets. Most recently, we successfully campaigned to add 'Dyslexic Thinking' as a skill on LinkedIn. Any uniqueness is a strength and will be considered an asset to our workforce. If there is something you would like us to consider, to tailor the hiring process to the way you work best, please don't hesitate to let us know. Excited to make each day rewarding? We'd love to learn more about you!
Do you want to join a leading UK manufacturer of away-from-home paper hygiene products based on Stafford Park, Telford? We are looking for permanent Skilled Machine Operators to join our growing Production team. As a Skilled Machine Operator you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in a manufacturing role using state-of-the-art machinery, with opportunities for career progression. Being part of our head-office you will play an important role in helping us to be the market-leading partner of choice in the away-from-home tissue industry, delivering high quality products to our customers. As a Skilled Machine Operator you will work a 4 on 4 off, 12 hour shift pattern of both days (06:00-18:00) and nights (18:00-06:00). About the Role As a Skilled Machine Operator, you will hold a pivotal role in the operation of high-speed machinery, demonstrating exceptional skill, precision, and expertise. Your primary responsibilities will include the safe, efficient, and effective running of manufacturing equipment. This entails not only maintaining the highest standards of quality but also adhering to safety protocols while demonstrating your expertise in troubleshooting and making adjustments when necessary. Company Benefits Voluntary overtime at enhanced rates Company pension Life assurance Free early access to pay scheme Employee referral scheme Free company products Free on-site parking Retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms discounts Wellness programmes, including Employee Assistance Program and OnDemand GP service Essential Criteria Essential requirements of a Skilled Machine Operator include: Adhere to health, safety and quality protocols, safeguarding both your well-being and the integrity of our processes Show proficiency in timely machine setup, minimising downtime, and maximising efficiency through collaborative teamwork Operate and closely monitor state-of-the-art machinery to ensure seamless and efficient production runs Demonstrate effective problem solving with the ability to identify the root cause using available tools such as the process fault tree Carry out routine maintenance and precision cleaning of machinery to ensure optimal performance Maintain accurate records of production output and downtime, collaborating with your team to achieve and surpass output targets Conduct thorough pre-use checks of machinery, promptly identifying and addressing any potential issues or faults, showcasing your technical ability Demonstrate your expertise by capably assisting in the loading and unloading of materials, optimising production flow Undertake regular quality assessments of finished products, ensuring they consistently adhere to our high standards Desirable Criteria Previous experience in manufacturing or production, or as a machine operator in an FMCG environment is desirable but not essential. About Company Northwood is a family-owned group of associated companies that provide the manufacturing, supply and transportation of paper hygiene and wiping products for both the away-from-home and consumer market. Our mission is to be the market-leading partner of choice in the away from home tissue industry. One of only a small handful of companies in the UK market that is fully vertically integrated; Northwood is involved at each point in the supply chain, from raw material supply, tissue and towel manufacturing, end-user product converting, storage and transportation. Our remit is huge, with a portfolio of products covering two key systems brands, professional wiping, commodity, consumer paper and private label. We sell into a distribution network spanning the UK, Ireland and Europe, which in turn service markets such as healthcare, hospitality, hotels, engineering, janitorial, catering and education. We are a highly successful, award-winning and ambitious business that has grown from a humble paper sales business to a market leader employing over 800 colleagues, across 11 sites in the UK and Spain. We differentiate ourselves by excelling in product quality alongside market-leading service and sales support. DE&I At Northwood, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone is welcomed and respected. We strive to promote a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to express their opinions and beliefs. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Do you want to join a leading UK manufacturer of away-from-home paper hygiene products based on Stafford Park, Telford? We are looking for permanent Skilled Machine Operators to join our growing Production team. As a Skilled Machine Operator you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in a manufacturing role using state-of-the-art machinery, with opportunities for career progression. Being part of our head-office you will play an important role in helping us to be the market-leading partner of choice in the away-from-home tissue industry, delivering high quality products to our customers. As a Skilled Machine Operator you will work a 4 on 4 off, 12 hour shift pattern of both days (06:00-18:00) and nights (18:00-06:00). About the Role As a Skilled Machine Operator, you will hold a pivotal role in the operation of high-speed machinery, demonstrating exceptional skill, precision, and expertise. Your primary responsibilities will include the safe, efficient, and effective running of manufacturing equipment. This entails not only maintaining the highest standards of quality but also adhering to safety protocols while demonstrating your expertise in troubleshooting and making adjustments when necessary. Company Benefits Voluntary overtime at enhanced rates Company pension Life assurance Free early access to pay scheme Employee referral scheme Free company products Free on-site parking Retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms discounts Wellness programmes, including Employee Assistance Program and OnDemand GP service Essential Criteria Essential requirements of a Skilled Machine Operator include: Adhere to health, safety and quality protocols, safeguarding both your well-being and the integrity of our processes Show proficiency in timely machine setup, minimising downtime, and maximising efficiency through collaborative teamwork Operate and closely monitor state-of-the-art machinery to ensure seamless and efficient production runs Demonstrate effective problem solving with the ability to identify the root cause using available tools such as the process fault tree Carry out routine maintenance and precision cleaning of machinery to ensure optimal performance Maintain accurate records of production output and downtime, collaborating with your team to achieve and surpass output targets Conduct thorough pre-use checks of machinery, promptly identifying and addressing any potential issues or faults, showcasing your technical ability Demonstrate your expertise by capably assisting in the loading and unloading of materials, optimising production flow Undertake regular quality assessments of finished products, ensuring they consistently adhere to our high standards Desirable Criteria Previous experience in manufacturing or production, or as a machine operator in an FMCG environment is desirable but not essential. About Company Northwood is a family-owned group of associated companies that provide the manufacturing, supply and transportation of paper hygiene and wiping products for both the away-from-home and consumer market. Our mission is to be the market-leading partner of choice in the away from home tissue industry. One of only a small handful of companies in the UK market that is fully vertically integrated; Northwood is involved at each point in the supply chain, from raw material supply, tissue and towel manufacturing, end-user product converting, storage and transportation. Our remit is huge, with a portfolio of products covering two key systems brands, professional wiping, commodity, consumer paper and private label. We sell into a distribution network spanning the UK, Ireland and Europe, which in turn service markets such as healthcare, hospitality, hotels, engineering, janitorial, catering and education. We are a highly successful, award-winning and ambitious business that has grown from a humble paper sales business to a market leader employing over 800 colleagues, across 11 sites in the UK and Spain. We differentiate ourselves by excelling in product quality alongside market-leading service and sales support. DE&I At Northwood, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone is welcomed and respected. We strive to promote a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to express their opinions and beliefs. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all.
SHOWROOM MANAGER PERMANENT ROLE, EDINBURGH SALARY EXCELLENT PLUS MONTHLY BONUS AND BENS Our client is the largest importer of ceramic and porcelain tiles in Scotland and a family business. Continued commercial success means their business is now seeking to hire a Showroom Manger to manage the current team based in their head office at Murrayfield, and with showrooms in Dundee and Inverness also. Their products are mainly sourced in Italy, Spain and the UK and they supply a range of commercial and retail customers across Scotland and the UK. They are seeking a customer-focused Tile Showroom Manager to lead their showroom operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating an exceptional showroom experience for clients whilst driving sales and achieving revenue targets. If you have creative flair with a passion for interior design and home décor this could be the ideal environment for you. Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day operations of the tile showroom, including staff supervision, inventory management, and showroom maintenance. Provide exceptional customer service by assisting clients in selecting the right tiles for their projects, offering design advice, and addressing any inquiries or concerns. Train and develop showroom staff to ensure product knowledge, customer service excellence, and sales proficiency. Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and maximize profitability. Create visually appealing displays and showroom layouts to showcase our product range and inspire customers. Collaborate with the marketing team to execute promotional campaigns, events, and showroom promotions. Monitor showroom performance metrics, including sales performance, customer satisfaction, and inventory turnover, and take corrective actions as needed. Build and maintain relationships with architects, designers, contractors, and other key stakeholders to drive business growth and referrals. Stay updated on industry trends, product innovations, and competitor activities to provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards. You should have experience in retail management, preferably in the tile or home improvement industry or similar. With good leadership and team management skills, you will need to show a focus on coaching, mentoring, and motivating staff. You ll need excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills and a track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth. This role will suit a solution driven person the ability to find solutions to challenges and to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities effectively. Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with inventory management software. Flexibility to work occasional weekends (perhaps 1 in every 3) and some ad hoc evenings as needed. On top of your annual salary, you can expect a good benefits package, monthly paid bonus, career development and support with training as needed in a friendly work environment. To apply please contact Katie Hydes at ESS Recruit.
May 17, 2024
Full time
SHOWROOM MANAGER PERMANENT ROLE, EDINBURGH SALARY EXCELLENT PLUS MONTHLY BONUS AND BENS Our client is the largest importer of ceramic and porcelain tiles in Scotland and a family business. Continued commercial success means their business is now seeking to hire a Showroom Manger to manage the current team based in their head office at Murrayfield, and with showrooms in Dundee and Inverness also. Their products are mainly sourced in Italy, Spain and the UK and they supply a range of commercial and retail customers across Scotland and the UK. They are seeking a customer-focused Tile Showroom Manager to lead their showroom operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating an exceptional showroom experience for clients whilst driving sales and achieving revenue targets. If you have creative flair with a passion for interior design and home décor this could be the ideal environment for you. Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day operations of the tile showroom, including staff supervision, inventory management, and showroom maintenance. Provide exceptional customer service by assisting clients in selecting the right tiles for their projects, offering design advice, and addressing any inquiries or concerns. Train and develop showroom staff to ensure product knowledge, customer service excellence, and sales proficiency. Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and maximize profitability. Create visually appealing displays and showroom layouts to showcase our product range and inspire customers. Collaborate with the marketing team to execute promotional campaigns, events, and showroom promotions. Monitor showroom performance metrics, including sales performance, customer satisfaction, and inventory turnover, and take corrective actions as needed. Build and maintain relationships with architects, designers, contractors, and other key stakeholders to drive business growth and referrals. Stay updated on industry trends, product innovations, and competitor activities to provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards. You should have experience in retail management, preferably in the tile or home improvement industry or similar. With good leadership and team management skills, you will need to show a focus on coaching, mentoring, and motivating staff. You ll need excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills and a track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth. This role will suit a solution driven person the ability to find solutions to challenges and to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities effectively. Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with inventory management software. Flexibility to work occasional weekends (perhaps 1 in every 3) and some ad hoc evenings as needed. On top of your annual salary, you can expect a good benefits package, monthly paid bonus, career development and support with training as needed in a friendly work environment. To apply please contact Katie Hydes at ESS Recruit.
Senior Software Engineer IAM London As a Barclays Senior Software Engineer IAM, you will support in accelerating a new digital platform capability, transforming and modernising our digital estate to build a market-leading digital offering with customer experience at its heart. This is an exciting and key role, partnering with business aligned engineering and product teams, to ensure a collaborative team culture is at the heart of what we do. Our Team empowers innovation, underpinned by engineering excellence and a culture of teamwork, learning and continuous improvement. Barclays is one of the world's largest and most respected financial institutions, established in 1690, with a legacy of success, quality and innovation. We offer careers that provide endless opportunity - helping millions of individuals and businesses thrive, and creating financial and digital solutions that the world now takes for granted. At Barclays, we offer a hybrid working experience that blends the positives of working alongside colleagues at our onsite locations, together with working from home. We have a structured approach where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, 'anchor', days of the week, for a minimum of two days a week or more, as set by the business area (or nearest equivalent if working part-time hours). Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that as we continue to embed our hybrid working environment, we remain in a test and learn phase, which means that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business. What will you be doing? • Helping in the design, development and implementation of a centralised secure, scalable and efficient IAM platform • Assisting with the creation and maintenance of the technical roadmap for the evolution of the group wide IAM platform • Coaching, working with and facilitating colleagues and engineers to design, build and maintain the platform, following agile software development principles • Ensuring the highest levels of platform security and compliance are adhered to • Providing feedback and action activities to mature and improve operations and processes within the team and more broadly across the function • Engaging with partners across the bank and contributing to digital journeys innovation using the platform's IAM capabilities, demonstrating inner source culture • Demonstrating hands-on complex problem solving abilities through creation of innovative solutions using multiple components and development techniques What we're looking for: • Solid Experience in full stack development web and mobile front-end technologies such as React, Java, APIs & microservices, PostgreSQL, data structures, workflow • Knowledge of Site Reliability Engineering, automation, observability, incident management, resilience, disaster recovery, high availability, documentation • IAM engineering experience, authentication, authorisation, single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, user lifecycle management, hands on CI/CD approaches and technologies • Experience with Ping Identity/ForgeRock (product platform experience, system integration security features, extensions) Skills that will help you in the role: • Experience in DevSecOps, secure coding best practices, defensive programming, security testing, data security, network security, cloud security, security compliance and regulations • Infrastructure as Code, Ansible, Terraform and Containerisation, Docker, Kubernetes • Experience with AWS and Azure cloud component and services integration (RDS / Azure DB, S3 / Azure Blob) • Knowledge of authentication and Biometric system design, implementation and standards e.g. FIDO, NIST,ITL, security token engineering (JSON Web Tokens JWT / Password Authentication Where will you be working? In the heart of Canary Wharf, our headquarters at Churchill Place boasts onsite amenities such as; a gym, staff restaurant and deli bar, and is easily accessible by tube and bus links. With a population of around 5000 staff the atmosphere is second to none with a real buzz being created around the offices within.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Senior Software Engineer IAM London As a Barclays Senior Software Engineer IAM, you will support in accelerating a new digital platform capability, transforming and modernising our digital estate to build a market-leading digital offering with customer experience at its heart. This is an exciting and key role, partnering with business aligned engineering and product teams, to ensure a collaborative team culture is at the heart of what we do. Our Team empowers innovation, underpinned by engineering excellence and a culture of teamwork, learning and continuous improvement. Barclays is one of the world's largest and most respected financial institutions, established in 1690, with a legacy of success, quality and innovation. We offer careers that provide endless opportunity - helping millions of individuals and businesses thrive, and creating financial and digital solutions that the world now takes for granted. At Barclays, we offer a hybrid working experience that blends the positives of working alongside colleagues at our onsite locations, together with working from home. We have a structured approach where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, 'anchor', days of the week, for a minimum of two days a week or more, as set by the business area (or nearest equivalent if working part-time hours). Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that as we continue to embed our hybrid working environment, we remain in a test and learn phase, which means that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business. What will you be doing? • Helping in the design, development and implementation of a centralised secure, scalable and efficient IAM platform • Assisting with the creation and maintenance of the technical roadmap for the evolution of the group wide IAM platform • Coaching, working with and facilitating colleagues and engineers to design, build and maintain the platform, following agile software development principles • Ensuring the highest levels of platform security and compliance are adhered to • Providing feedback and action activities to mature and improve operations and processes within the team and more broadly across the function • Engaging with partners across the bank and contributing to digital journeys innovation using the platform's IAM capabilities, demonstrating inner source culture • Demonstrating hands-on complex problem solving abilities through creation of innovative solutions using multiple components and development techniques What we're looking for: • Solid Experience in full stack development web and mobile front-end technologies such as React, Java, APIs & microservices, PostgreSQL, data structures, workflow • Knowledge of Site Reliability Engineering, automation, observability, incident management, resilience, disaster recovery, high availability, documentation • IAM engineering experience, authentication, authorisation, single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, user lifecycle management, hands on CI/CD approaches and technologies • Experience with Ping Identity/ForgeRock (product platform experience, system integration security features, extensions) Skills that will help you in the role: • Experience in DevSecOps, secure coding best practices, defensive programming, security testing, data security, network security, cloud security, security compliance and regulations • Infrastructure as Code, Ansible, Terraform and Containerisation, Docker, Kubernetes • Experience with AWS and Azure cloud component and services integration (RDS / Azure DB, S3 / Azure Blob) • Knowledge of authentication and Biometric system design, implementation and standards e.g. FIDO, NIST,ITL, security token engineering (JSON Web Tokens JWT / Password Authentication Where will you be working? In the heart of Canary Wharf, our headquarters at Churchill Place boasts onsite amenities such as; a gym, staff restaurant and deli bar, and is easily accessible by tube and bus links. With a population of around 5000 staff the atmosphere is second to none with a real buzz being created around the offices within.