MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL Biodiversity and Climate Change Engagement Officer Location: Maidstone, Kent Contract: Permanent Full Time Salary : £30,468 - £33,051 per annum About the Role Are you passionate about addressing the impacts of biodiversity loss and climate change? Do you have experience in relationship building, event organisation, and engagement with residents, local organisations, and businesses? If so, Maidstone Borough Council invite you to apply for this important role. The purpose of this role is to support community engagement for climate, biodiversity, and waste reduction projects. This is an interdepartmental role working between the climate and biodiversity, parks and open spaces, and waste management teams at Maidstone Borough Council. You will support and drive a wide range of sustainability topics, from public transportation and active travel, to carbon literacy training and net zero targets. You will be responsible for leading the delivery of the Council s communications and stakeholder engagement, events, campaigns and educational initiatives for climate, sustainability, environment, and waste reduction. Including organising awareness raising events and outreach with schools and community groups, to support residents to understand the changes they can make to mitigate and prepare for the impacts of climate change in line with the Council s Biodiversity and Climate Change Action Plan. About Maidstone Borough Council Maidstone Borough Council is a confident organisation with ambition and aspirations to deliver high quality services to our residents and local businesses. We strive to make the borough an attractive place for all and secure a successful economy. We continue to build on our strengths - assets, knowledge and expertise and our track record for innovation and improvement to create a financially sustainable future so that we can continue with our undiminished plans. We will only achieve the results we are aiming for through the talents and hard work of all our people. You are encouraged to become part of our vision and in return you can expect support, training, and fair reward from us. We will give you the opportunity to develop the skills to do your job well and create a positive working environment where your ideas about improving how we do things are valued and we manage the changes needed for new ways of working well. At Maidstone Borough Council we recognise the importance of flexible working and the benefits this can bring to both our staff and the Council. We know that by offering employees a range of flexible working opportunities we can positively impact their wellbeing and engagement, and drive productivity in return. As such we have developed a highly flexible hybrid working policy, alongside our flexi time and flexible working policies, enabling staff to shape their working patterns around building a greater work life balance. Our Offer: A range of benefits including: • Highly flexible hybrid working opportunities • 7am to 7pm flexi time to suit personal circumstances for most roles • Generous holiday entitlement which increases after 5 years LG service plus bank holidays with the option to buy additional leave • Additional 3 days leave given to enable a close down of the offices between Christmas and New year • Free parking • Range of flexible working opportunities to accommodate people s home/work life balance including compressed hours, 9-day fortnight, part time • Invitations to staff events to celebrate success and support wellbeing that include holistic therapies and outdoor activities • Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential & independent information and access to counsellors • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with valuable life cover and financial protection for your family • Life Assurance three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS) • Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to & from work • Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand-new car. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax • Annual flu vaccine • Cycle to work scheme • Staff benefits discounts on leisure, eating out, holidays and shopping • Excellent learning and career opportunities for committed individuals • A professional fee payment, if required for the role About You: Degree level in an environmental discipline or relevant/equivalent discipline with knowledge of the climate change and sustainability agenda is essential. Experience of working in a similar education/training/promotional role with the public or private sector or voluntary organisation is desirable. The role will be required to support and help manage groups of volunteers to deliver the objectives of projects. The Council considers this to be a public focused role and the ability to converse at ease with different strata of the public, adapting your communication style to suit differing audiences and provide advice is fundamental to the role. This is an important time to be involved in biodiversity and climate change, a high-profile issue. Through this role, you will have good exposure to different departments, build relationships with external residents, voluntary and business organisations, and work with councillors on tangible solutions to addressing biodiversity loss and climate change impacts. Maidstone Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment. Selection Process: Following the submission of your application form, it will be reviewed by the recruiting manager. Those that are successful in securing an interview can expect a job specific interview assessment, and an interview. Maidstone Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment. If you would like to discuss this position, please contact Anna Collier, Head of Insight, Communities & Governance at annacollier(at)maidstone.gov.uk Closing Date: 10 May 2024. Interview date: 20 May 2024. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL Biodiversity and Climate Change Engagement Officer Location: Maidstone, Kent Contract: Permanent Full Time Salary : £30,468 - £33,051 per annum About the Role Are you passionate about addressing the impacts of biodiversity loss and climate change? Do you have experience in relationship building, event organisation, and engagement with residents, local organisations, and businesses? If so, Maidstone Borough Council invite you to apply for this important role. The purpose of this role is to support community engagement for climate, biodiversity, and waste reduction projects. This is an interdepartmental role working between the climate and biodiversity, parks and open spaces, and waste management teams at Maidstone Borough Council. You will support and drive a wide range of sustainability topics, from public transportation and active travel, to carbon literacy training and net zero targets. You will be responsible for leading the delivery of the Council s communications and stakeholder engagement, events, campaigns and educational initiatives for climate, sustainability, environment, and waste reduction. Including organising awareness raising events and outreach with schools and community groups, to support residents to understand the changes they can make to mitigate and prepare for the impacts of climate change in line with the Council s Biodiversity and Climate Change Action Plan. About Maidstone Borough Council Maidstone Borough Council is a confident organisation with ambition and aspirations to deliver high quality services to our residents and local businesses. We strive to make the borough an attractive place for all and secure a successful economy. We continue to build on our strengths - assets, knowledge and expertise and our track record for innovation and improvement to create a financially sustainable future so that we can continue with our undiminished plans. We will only achieve the results we are aiming for through the talents and hard work of all our people. You are encouraged to become part of our vision and in return you can expect support, training, and fair reward from us. We will give you the opportunity to develop the skills to do your job well and create a positive working environment where your ideas about improving how we do things are valued and we manage the changes needed for new ways of working well. At Maidstone Borough Council we recognise the importance of flexible working and the benefits this can bring to both our staff and the Council. We know that by offering employees a range of flexible working opportunities we can positively impact their wellbeing and engagement, and drive productivity in return. As such we have developed a highly flexible hybrid working policy, alongside our flexi time and flexible working policies, enabling staff to shape their working patterns around building a greater work life balance. Our Offer: A range of benefits including: • Highly flexible hybrid working opportunities • 7am to 7pm flexi time to suit personal circumstances for most roles • Generous holiday entitlement which increases after 5 years LG service plus bank holidays with the option to buy additional leave • Additional 3 days leave given to enable a close down of the offices between Christmas and New year • Free parking • Range of flexible working opportunities to accommodate people s home/work life balance including compressed hours, 9-day fortnight, part time • Invitations to staff events to celebrate success and support wellbeing that include holistic therapies and outdoor activities • Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential & independent information and access to counsellors • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with valuable life cover and financial protection for your family • Life Assurance three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS) • Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to & from work • Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand-new car. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax • Annual flu vaccine • Cycle to work scheme • Staff benefits discounts on leisure, eating out, holidays and shopping • Excellent learning and career opportunities for committed individuals • A professional fee payment, if required for the role About You: Degree level in an environmental discipline or relevant/equivalent discipline with knowledge of the climate change and sustainability agenda is essential. Experience of working in a similar education/training/promotional role with the public or private sector or voluntary organisation is desirable. The role will be required to support and help manage groups of volunteers to deliver the objectives of projects. The Council considers this to be a public focused role and the ability to converse at ease with different strata of the public, adapting your communication style to suit differing audiences and provide advice is fundamental to the role. This is an important time to be involved in biodiversity and climate change, a high-profile issue. Through this role, you will have good exposure to different departments, build relationships with external residents, voluntary and business organisations, and work with councillors on tangible solutions to addressing biodiversity loss and climate change impacts. Maidstone Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment. Selection Process: Following the submission of your application form, it will be reviewed by the recruiting manager. Those that are successful in securing an interview can expect a job specific interview assessment, and an interview. Maidstone Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment. If you would like to discuss this position, please contact Anna Collier, Head of Insight, Communities & Governance at annacollier(at)maidstone.gov.uk Closing Date: 10 May 2024. Interview date: 20 May 2024. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL Biodiversity and Climate Change Engagement Officer Location: Maidstone, Kent Contract: Permanent - Full Time Salary: £30,468 - £33,051 per annum About the Role Are you passionate about addressing the impacts of biodiversity loss and climate change? Do you have experience in relationship building, event organisation, and engagement with residents, local organisations, and businesses? If so, Maidstone Borough Council invite you to apply for this important role. The purpose of this role is to support community engagement for climate, biodiversity, and waste reduction projects. This is an interdepartmental role working between the climate and biodiversity, parks and open spaces, and waste management teams at Maidstone Borough Council. You will support and drive a wide range of sustainability topics, from public transportation and active travel, to carbon literacy training and net zero targets. You will be responsible for leading the delivery of the Council's communications and stakeholder engagement, events, campaigns and educational initiatives for climate, sustainability, environment, and waste reduction. Including organising awareness raising events and outreach with schools and community groups, to support residents to understand the changes they can make to mitigate and prepare for the impacts of climate change in line with the Council's Biodiversity and Climate Change Action Plan. About Maidstone Borough Council Maidstone Borough Council is a confident organisation with ambition and aspirations to deliver high quality services to our residents and local businesses. We strive to make the borough an attractive place for all and secure a successful economy. We continue to build on our strengths - assets, knowledge and expertise and our track record for innovation and improvement to create a financially sustainable future so that we can continue with our undiminished plans. We will only achieve the results we are aiming for through the talents and hard work of all our people. You are encouraged to become part of our vision and in return you can expect support, training, and fair reward from us. We will give you the opportunity to develop the skills to do your job well and create a positive working environment where your ideas about improving how we do things are valued and we manage the changes needed for new ways of working well. At Maidstone Borough Council we recognise the importance of flexible working and the benefits this can bring to both our staff and the Council. We know that by offering employees a range of flexible working opportunities we can positively impact their wellbeing and engagement, and drive productivity in return. As such we have developed a highly flexible hybrid working policy, alongside our flexi time and flexible working policies, enabling staff to shape their working patterns around building a greater work life balance. Our Offer: A range of benefits including: • Highly flexible hybrid working opportunities • 7am to 7pm flexi time to suit personal circumstances for most roles • Generous holiday entitlement which increases after 5 years LG service plus bank holidays with the option to buy additional leave • Additional 3 days leave given to enable a close down of the offices between Christmas and New year • Free parking • Range of flexible working opportunities to accommodate people's home/work life balance including compressed hours, 9-day fortnight, part time • Invitations to staff events to celebrate success and support wellbeing that include holistic therapies and outdoor activities • Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential & independent information and access to counsellors • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with valuable life cover and financial protection for your family • Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS) • Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to & from work • Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand-new car. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax • Annual flu vaccine • Cycle to work scheme • Staff benefits discounts on leisure, eating out, holidays and shopping • Excellent learning and career opportunities for committed individuals • A professional fee payment, if required for the role About You: Degree level in an environmental discipline or relevant/equivalent discipline with knowledge of the climate change and sustainability agenda is essential. Experience of working in a similar education/training/promotional role with the public or private sector or voluntary organisation is desirable. The role will be required to support and help manage groups of volunteers to deliver the objectives of projects. The Council considers this to be a public focused role and the ability to converse at ease with different strata of the public, adapting your communication style to suit differing audiences and provide advice is fundamental to the role. This is an important time to be involved in biodiversity and climate change, a high-profile issue. Through this role, you will have good exposure to different departments, build relationships with external residents, voluntary and business organisations, and work with councillors on tangible solutions to addressing biodiversity loss and climate change impacts. Maidstone Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment. Selection Process: Following the submission of your application form, it will be reviewed by the recruiting manager. Those that are successful in securing an interview can expect a job specific interview assessment, and an interview. Maidstone Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment. If you would like to discuss this position, please contact Anna Collier, Head of Insight, Communities & Governance at Closing Date: 10 May 2024. Interview date: 20 May 2024.
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL Biodiversity and Climate Change Engagement Officer Location: Maidstone, Kent Contract: Permanent - Full Time Salary: £30,468 - £33,051 per annum About the Role Are you passionate about addressing the impacts of biodiversity loss and climate change? Do you have experience in relationship building, event organisation, and engagement with residents, local organisations, and businesses? If so, Maidstone Borough Council invite you to apply for this important role. The purpose of this role is to support community engagement for climate, biodiversity, and waste reduction projects. This is an interdepartmental role working between the climate and biodiversity, parks and open spaces, and waste management teams at Maidstone Borough Council. You will support and drive a wide range of sustainability topics, from public transportation and active travel, to carbon literacy training and net zero targets. You will be responsible for leading the delivery of the Council's communications and stakeholder engagement, events, campaigns and educational initiatives for climate, sustainability, environment, and waste reduction. Including organising awareness raising events and outreach with schools and community groups, to support residents to understand the changes they can make to mitigate and prepare for the impacts of climate change in line with the Council's Biodiversity and Climate Change Action Plan. About Maidstone Borough Council Maidstone Borough Council is a confident organisation with ambition and aspirations to deliver high quality services to our residents and local businesses. We strive to make the borough an attractive place for all and secure a successful economy. We continue to build on our strengths - assets, knowledge and expertise and our track record for innovation and improvement to create a financially sustainable future so that we can continue with our undiminished plans. We will only achieve the results we are aiming for through the talents and hard work of all our people. You are encouraged to become part of our vision and in return you can expect support, training, and fair reward from us. We will give you the opportunity to develop the skills to do your job well and create a positive working environment where your ideas about improving how we do things are valued and we manage the changes needed for new ways of working well. At Maidstone Borough Council we recognise the importance of flexible working and the benefits this can bring to both our staff and the Council. We know that by offering employees a range of flexible working opportunities we can positively impact their wellbeing and engagement, and drive productivity in return. As such we have developed a highly flexible hybrid working policy, alongside our flexi time and flexible working policies, enabling staff to shape their working patterns around building a greater work life balance. Our Offer: A range of benefits including: • Highly flexible hybrid working opportunities • 7am to 7pm flexi time to suit personal circumstances for most roles • Generous holiday entitlement which increases after 5 years LG service plus bank holidays with the option to buy additional leave • Additional 3 days leave given to enable a close down of the offices between Christmas and New year • Free parking • Range of flexible working opportunities to accommodate people's home/work life balance including compressed hours, 9-day fortnight, part time • Invitations to staff events to celebrate success and support wellbeing that include holistic therapies and outdoor activities • Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential & independent information and access to counsellors • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with valuable life cover and financial protection for your family • Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS) • Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to & from work • Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand-new car. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax • Annual flu vaccine • Cycle to work scheme • Staff benefits discounts on leisure, eating out, holidays and shopping • Excellent learning and career opportunities for committed individuals • A professional fee payment, if required for the role About You: Degree level in an environmental discipline or relevant/equivalent discipline with knowledge of the climate change and sustainability agenda is essential. Experience of working in a similar education/training/promotional role with the public or private sector or voluntary organisation is desirable. The role will be required to support and help manage groups of volunteers to deliver the objectives of projects. The Council considers this to be a public focused role and the ability to converse at ease with different strata of the public, adapting your communication style to suit differing audiences and provide advice is fundamental to the role. This is an important time to be involved in biodiversity and climate change, a high-profile issue. Through this role, you will have good exposure to different departments, build relationships with external residents, voluntary and business organisations, and work with councillors on tangible solutions to addressing biodiversity loss and climate change impacts. Maidstone Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment. Selection Process: Following the submission of your application form, it will be reviewed by the recruiting manager. Those that are successful in securing an interview can expect a job specific interview assessment, and an interview. Maidstone Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment. If you would like to discuss this position, please contact Anna Collier, Head of Insight, Communities & Governance at Closing Date: 10 May 2024. Interview date: 20 May 2024.
Role overview We are looking for a highly motivated, confident individual with great organisational skills who can sell the power of trees and woodlands to potential funders and supporters of City of Trees in Greater Manchester. This is an exciting and rewarding role for someone who is looking to work across multiple fundraising disciplines and establish themselves in our small but agile team. They will work alongside our existing Fundraising Manager to help deliver our fundraising strategy with a focus on building unrestricted income levels for City of Trees. The ideal candidate is an ambitious self-starter with at least one year's experience in a fundraising role. The successful applicant will be expected to have a broad understanding of a range of income generation methods including community, legacy, digital and corporate fundraising. The contract length for this role is 2 years with a potential to be extended dependant on funding. About City of Trees We are City of Trees, the community forest for Greater Manchester and registered charity. We plant trees, we look after trees, we promote a culture of trees. We plant trees for people; trees to create better, greener places; to boost health and wellbeing; to enhance green skills; and to tackle the climate and biodiversity emergency. We're rooted here in Greater Manchester, the place we live and work. We are proud to call Greater Manchester home and are passionate about making our region even better, one tree at a time. The perks: 25 holiday days a year, plus bank holidays Flexi-time Vibrant new office in Trafford Park, right next to a tram stop as well as opportunity to work in our city centre office. Opportunity to get outside and get your hands dirty with planting and woodland management days. Joining a growing, down to earth team Going home knowing you've done something good for future generations Before applying please access the full job description and person specification for this role which is attached to the advertisement.
Apr 15, 2024
Full time
Role overview We are looking for a highly motivated, confident individual with great organisational skills who can sell the power of trees and woodlands to potential funders and supporters of City of Trees in Greater Manchester. This is an exciting and rewarding role for someone who is looking to work across multiple fundraising disciplines and establish themselves in our small but agile team. They will work alongside our existing Fundraising Manager to help deliver our fundraising strategy with a focus on building unrestricted income levels for City of Trees. The ideal candidate is an ambitious self-starter with at least one year's experience in a fundraising role. The successful applicant will be expected to have a broad understanding of a range of income generation methods including community, legacy, digital and corporate fundraising. The contract length for this role is 2 years with a potential to be extended dependant on funding. About City of Trees We are City of Trees, the community forest for Greater Manchester and registered charity. We plant trees, we look after trees, we promote a culture of trees. We plant trees for people; trees to create better, greener places; to boost health and wellbeing; to enhance green skills; and to tackle the climate and biodiversity emergency. We're rooted here in Greater Manchester, the place we live and work. We are proud to call Greater Manchester home and are passionate about making our region even better, one tree at a time. The perks: 25 holiday days a year, plus bank holidays Flexi-time Vibrant new office in Trafford Park, right next to a tram stop as well as opportunity to work in our city centre office. Opportunity to get outside and get your hands dirty with planting and woodland management days. Joining a growing, down to earth team Going home knowing you've done something good for future generations Before applying please access the full job description and person specification for this role which is attached to the advertisement.
Job Description - Global Head of Application Solutions () Job Description Global Head of Application Solutions ( Job Number: ) DISCOVER your opportunity Global Head of Application Solutions London or Paris Application solutions owns the end-to-end delivery of business solutions for strategic applications that are mature in functionality and non-strategic applications .Oversees the Application Solutions Operating Model including solution delivery, production support and maintenance across all platforms.Delivery of business solutions will be through both waterfall and scaled agile frameworks.Creates and maintains stakeholder relationships, understands the business strategy and the technology needs and challenges of the business.Ensures the cost-efficient delivery of applications and support business transformational change. DISCOVER your opportunity What will your essential responsibilities include? Accountable for the strategy and execution of the Application Solutions Operating Model.Working with the AXA XL business, TCD (Transformation Change Delivery), GT teams and strategic vendors to create a business focused, scalable and cost optimal function. Partner cross-functionally to ensure that the overall Applications Solutions Operating Model is efficient and continually improves. Accountable for the end-to-end delivery of applications within Applications Solutions for AXA XL.Works closely with Transversal Apps Services and Digital Factory to ensure the scope of services are executed in line with the governance processes and business benefits are realised. Partners with the Transformation Change Delivery Function and the business to ensure effective Project Delivery - on time, to budget, to scope. Good understanding of the business strategy, architectural strategy and accountable for the delivery of the technical strategy to support the ambitions. Collaborates with business stakeholders on opportunity identification, issue resolution and governance. Responsible for running appropriate robust vendor management and able to demonstrate continuous improvement in cost efficiency of the portfolio of applications Creates high-level organizational goals and objectives for Application Solutions.Ensures synergy with the broader business and Global Technology vision. Works closely with the Head of Digital Factory and Transversal Application Services to continually ensure efficiencies across the two application Delivery Models. In collaboration with Procurement, manages RFI/RFPs, contract negotiations and delivery of contract terms.Actively removes underperforming suppliers from Application Solutions. Ensures that business cases for application investments, such as technology upgrades, productivity tools, and continuous service improvement initiatives are developed and adequately funded. Ensures that Application Solutions adheres to Information Security policies, DPO and Audit standards through the SDLC. Define and execute action plans for concerns raised as a result of audits Support delivery through escalation of risks and issues Control and manage the budget for Application Solutions Sharing best practices across vendors You will report to the Chief Information Officer. We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Significant IT and business/industry work experience, including experience in managing multiple, large, cross-functional teams or projects, and influencing senior level management and key stakeholders. Demonstrable ability to solve complex problems/issues Excellent communications skills which are adapted to different audiences and can effectively drive consensus within the delivery team(s) Adept at vendor management, both commercially and interpersonally, with a clear understanding of T&M, Managed Services, and Managed Outcome commercial models through both waterfall and agile delivery models Ability to articulate problems, create solutions, and present analysis with proper detail and rigor for the target audience Thought leader in implementing best practices with experience leading teams through change Expert knowledge of application development and testing process using various software delivery methods (waterfall, agile, etc.) with a significant background in application development Adaptable to new/different strategies, programs, technologies, practices, cultures, with change, able to easily make transitions. Advanced experience / capability in Financial forecasting and business case justification Must understand the Scaled Agile methodology and be familiar with multiple SDLC Previous experience leading development and delivery teams in delivering high quality, low defect solutions Experience in planning and executing multiple complex, large scale initiatives or operational areas. Highly advanced analytical abilities with operational vision. Proven planning and organization skills, creating own work schedules, prioritizing workload, preparing in advance and setting realistic timescales Adaptable to new/different strategies, programs, technologies, practices, cultures, with change, able to easily make transitions. FIND your future AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it. How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty. With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward. AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions. Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action : We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving. For more information, please see AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Location Location : GB-GB-London Other Locations : FR-FR-Paris Work Locations : GB London 20 Gracechurch Street 20 Gracechurch Street London London EC3V 0BG Job Field Job Field : Information Technology Schedule Schedule : Full-time Job Type Job Type : Standard Local Title (France) : Global Head of Application Solutions Local Class (France) : Class 7 . click apply for full job details
Apr 15, 2024
Full time
Job Description - Global Head of Application Solutions () Job Description Global Head of Application Solutions ( Job Number: ) DISCOVER your opportunity Global Head of Application Solutions London or Paris Application solutions owns the end-to-end delivery of business solutions for strategic applications that are mature in functionality and non-strategic applications .Oversees the Application Solutions Operating Model including solution delivery, production support and maintenance across all platforms.Delivery of business solutions will be through both waterfall and scaled agile frameworks.Creates and maintains stakeholder relationships, understands the business strategy and the technology needs and challenges of the business.Ensures the cost-efficient delivery of applications and support business transformational change. DISCOVER your opportunity What will your essential responsibilities include? Accountable for the strategy and execution of the Application Solutions Operating Model.Working with the AXA XL business, TCD (Transformation Change Delivery), GT teams and strategic vendors to create a business focused, scalable and cost optimal function. Partner cross-functionally to ensure that the overall Applications Solutions Operating Model is efficient and continually improves. Accountable for the end-to-end delivery of applications within Applications Solutions for AXA XL.Works closely with Transversal Apps Services and Digital Factory to ensure the scope of services are executed in line with the governance processes and business benefits are realised. Partners with the Transformation Change Delivery Function and the business to ensure effective Project Delivery - on time, to budget, to scope. Good understanding of the business strategy, architectural strategy and accountable for the delivery of the technical strategy to support the ambitions. Collaborates with business stakeholders on opportunity identification, issue resolution and governance. Responsible for running appropriate robust vendor management and able to demonstrate continuous improvement in cost efficiency of the portfolio of applications Creates high-level organizational goals and objectives for Application Solutions.Ensures synergy with the broader business and Global Technology vision. Works closely with the Head of Digital Factory and Transversal Application Services to continually ensure efficiencies across the two application Delivery Models. In collaboration with Procurement, manages RFI/RFPs, contract negotiations and delivery of contract terms.Actively removes underperforming suppliers from Application Solutions. Ensures that business cases for application investments, such as technology upgrades, productivity tools, and continuous service improvement initiatives are developed and adequately funded. Ensures that Application Solutions adheres to Information Security policies, DPO and Audit standards through the SDLC. Define and execute action plans for concerns raised as a result of audits Support delivery through escalation of risks and issues Control and manage the budget for Application Solutions Sharing best practices across vendors You will report to the Chief Information Officer. We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Significant IT and business/industry work experience, including experience in managing multiple, large, cross-functional teams or projects, and influencing senior level management and key stakeholders. Demonstrable ability to solve complex problems/issues Excellent communications skills which are adapted to different audiences and can effectively drive consensus within the delivery team(s) Adept at vendor management, both commercially and interpersonally, with a clear understanding of T&M, Managed Services, and Managed Outcome commercial models through both waterfall and agile delivery models Ability to articulate problems, create solutions, and present analysis with proper detail and rigor for the target audience Thought leader in implementing best practices with experience leading teams through change Expert knowledge of application development and testing process using various software delivery methods (waterfall, agile, etc.) with a significant background in application development Adaptable to new/different strategies, programs, technologies, practices, cultures, with change, able to easily make transitions. Advanced experience / capability in Financial forecasting and business case justification Must understand the Scaled Agile methodology and be familiar with multiple SDLC Previous experience leading development and delivery teams in delivering high quality, low defect solutions Experience in planning and executing multiple complex, large scale initiatives or operational areas. Highly advanced analytical abilities with operational vision. Proven planning and organization skills, creating own work schedules, prioritizing workload, preparing in advance and setting realistic timescales Adaptable to new/different strategies, programs, technologies, practices, cultures, with change, able to easily make transitions. FIND your future AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it. How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty. With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward. AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. 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Summary We're looking for a Project Officer to join the team at Wicken Fen. You'll work closely with the Countryside Manager & Landscape Partnership Manager in driving the property and vision forward by helping develop a project pipeline centred around progressing the biodiversity, access and climate mitigation objectives of the property, including the delivery of peatland restoration works across the property and vision area through partnership work. This is a 2-year fixed term contract. Occasional weekend work will be required as part of a Duty Manager rota. You'll be responsible for the smooth running of the property during opening hours, acting as the main contact point for staff, volunteers, and customers in case of emergency, enquiry or complaint. What it's like to work here Reporting to the Countryside Manager, you'll join an enthusiastic, hard-working Countryside team responsible for managing Wicken Fen, one of Britain's oldest nature reserves. Wicken Fen consists of one of the last remaining undrained fragments of fenland, a SSSI, SAC, NNR & Ramsar designated habitat. The wider area is a pioneer of landscape-scale nature conservation, with grazing highland cattle and breeding Konik ponies, shaping a dynamic and diverse landscape. Our ambitious 100-year Vision project aims to expand the existing 820ha site to create a 5600ha corridor for nature and people stretching down to the outskirts of Cambridge through partnership work. What you'll be doing You'll be supporting the production and delivery of a project pipeline on property, focusing on access, peatland restoration, hydrology and habitat development. Working in line with the Trust's Project Management Framework, you'll oversee contractors to deliver project objectives efficiently and to a high standard. You'll liaise with fundraising colleagues to identify grant opportunities and support the Landscape Partnership Manager in delivering for nature and peatland restoration in the Vision area. Working with local organisations and landowners to create partnerships, share research and best management practices. Who we're looking for To deliver this role successfully, you'll need: previous project management involvement and experience in land, or nature or peatland projects knowledge of budgets, finance and co-ordination of projects and experience of record keeping excellent people and influencing skills, enabling relationships externally and internally, to be built and maintained excellent organisational and planning skills, and the ability to work well under pressure, under your own initiative ability to supervise and manage contractors and productive partnerships with external collaborators experience of working with a Project Management Framework Please submit a CV and cover letter. 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 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 Independent financial advice Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Apr 13, 2024
Full time
Summary We're looking for a Project Officer to join the team at Wicken Fen. You'll work closely with the Countryside Manager & Landscape Partnership Manager in driving the property and vision forward by helping develop a project pipeline centred around progressing the biodiversity, access and climate mitigation objectives of the property, including the delivery of peatland restoration works across the property and vision area through partnership work. This is a 2-year fixed term contract. Occasional weekend work will be required as part of a Duty Manager rota. You'll be responsible for the smooth running of the property during opening hours, acting as the main contact point for staff, volunteers, and customers in case of emergency, enquiry or complaint. What it's like to work here Reporting to the Countryside Manager, you'll join an enthusiastic, hard-working Countryside team responsible for managing Wicken Fen, one of Britain's oldest nature reserves. Wicken Fen consists of one of the last remaining undrained fragments of fenland, a SSSI, SAC, NNR & Ramsar designated habitat. The wider area is a pioneer of landscape-scale nature conservation, with grazing highland cattle and breeding Konik ponies, shaping a dynamic and diverse landscape. Our ambitious 100-year Vision project aims to expand the existing 820ha site to create a 5600ha corridor for nature and people stretching down to the outskirts of Cambridge through partnership work. What you'll be doing You'll be supporting the production and delivery of a project pipeline on property, focusing on access, peatland restoration, hydrology and habitat development. Working in line with the Trust's Project Management Framework, you'll oversee contractors to deliver project objectives efficiently and to a high standard. You'll liaise with fundraising colleagues to identify grant opportunities and support the Landscape Partnership Manager in delivering for nature and peatland restoration in the Vision area. Working with local organisations and landowners to create partnerships, share research and best management practices. Who we're looking for To deliver this role successfully, you'll need: previous project management involvement and experience in land, or nature or peatland projects knowledge of budgets, finance and co-ordination of projects and experience of record keeping excellent people and influencing skills, enabling relationships externally and internally, to be built and maintained excellent organisational and planning skills, and the ability to work well under pressure, under your own initiative ability to supervise and manage contractors and productive partnerships with external collaborators experience of working with a Project Management Framework Please submit a CV and cover letter. 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 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 Independent financial advice Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.