Role Summary
Be at the forefront of ICT improvements and transformation within the Fire & Rescue Service (AF&RS). We are seeking a visionary leader to shape our future ICT and digital strategy, make further improvements to our infrastructure and ensure our ICT systems are resilient, reliable, and accessible to all staff 24/7.
This is a new role leading the development of an integrated ICT strategy and technology roadmap and overseeing the delivery of technology initiatives. This business-critical position will require you to work effectively with key stakeholders to create and implement an ICT strategy which aligns with our organisational goals and ambitions, ensures the integration and enhancement of our systems and improved user experience.
This role will require an ambitious, forward-thinking individual who has the technical knowledge, drive and passion to make a big difference. You will have a unique opportunity to make the role your own and bring your experience, ideas, influencing skills and technical expertise to our organisation. With challenging budgets, a creative and innovative approach is key, as is the exploration of potential funding sources.
Some of the things you’ll be doing
Strategic Leadership : Drive continuous improvement, culture change, and effective performance management. Act as the advocate for AF&RS’s digital vision, engaging leadership and representing AF&RS in local and national digital forums.
Expert Consultation : Offer expert guidance on ICT matters to senior stakeholders and the Fire Authority, enabling discussions on modern ICT and digital technology.
System Management : Ensure the efficiency, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness of ICT systems and technology. Oversee external IT helpdesk providers and business continuity plans.
Infrastructure Enhancement : Drive continual improvements to the ICT infrastructure to ensure a solid foundation and enhanced user experience. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement improvements, presenting robust business cases for investment.
Digital Horizon-Scanning : Stay updated on digital developments and evaluate new technologies potential benefits, risks, and affordability aligned with the ICT strategy.
Strategy Development : Lead the creation and implementation of AF&RS’s cohesive ICT and Digital Strategy, fostering innovative and integrated improvements.
Project Oversight : Oversee the successful delivery of all ICT, digital, and systems projects. Establish governance structures, aligning with the ICT strategy and legal compliance.
Change Management : Implement efficient change processes, improving service quality and business continuity while minimising disruption.
Risk Management: Proactively assess and monitor ICT-related risks across AF&RS, implementing effective controls and mitigations.
Resource Optimisation : Develop an appropriate ICT organisational structure, optimising internal and external resources to ensure delivery and an integrated approach.
Team Leadership : Provide training and mentoring to internal ICT staff, fostering a responsive and agile cross-functional team.
Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with stakeholders across AF&RS, building strong internal networks to maximise technology benefits.
Policy Implementation : Develop and implement up-to-date ICT policies ensuring robust controls across AF&RS. Liaise with internal data protection teams, ensuring ICT developments are compliant with relevant information legislation. Act as the Deputy Senior Risk Owner ensuring high-quality governance standards and compliance.
Training Alignment : Identify and evaluate ICT training aligned with the ICT strategy and budget requirements.
Budget Management : Manage ICT budgets aligned with the ICT strategy, forecasting and reviewing budgetary arrangements and exploring potential funding opportunities.
What we’ll need from you:
Essential:
Proven experience in senior ICT leadership role, driving digital transformation and strategy (ideally within the emergency services or public sector – but not essential).
Demonstrable experience in design, sourcing, transition, delivery and implementation of new technology and data capabilities.
Excellent up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Extensive knowledge of digital, data and technology regulations and best practice methodologies (e.g. ITIL, ISO) and performance benchmarking. You will also maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Significant experience of leading and managing high performing teams (via direct or matrix management).
Proven experience of strategic service planning, business processes, developing, leading, and implementing IT/ICT strategies and change programs.
Experience of successfully managing high quality business-as-usual (BAU) ICT, while also inspiring, leading, and driving innovative solutions.
Proven experience of proactively managing business continuity and cyber security arrangements.
Significant experience of dealing with vendors and third parties including experience of procuring, negotiating, and robustly managing business-critical service contractors.
Degree level education, or equivalent, in business, computer science or a related field of study, or proven relevant business experience.
Professional ICT qualifications (such as ITIL or accredited status such as Chartered IT Professional CITP), or equivalent through a combination of proven relevant training, experience and evidenced continuing professional development.
Highly effective communication and influencing skills across the full breadth of written, verbal, presentation, and digital media. You will be able to engage, advise and explain technical matters in a non-technical way.
Adaptable, inclusive, and values-based leadership and people management skills.
Relationship building and collaboration skills with the ability to influence strategic thinking and approaches to complex service issues.
Strong analytical, research, numerical and decision-making skills, to deal with complex service delivery.
Ability to manage and prioritise high workloads, with pressing and conflicting deadlines.
Desirable:
Comprehensive budget-creation and budget-management experience including identifying and evaluating opportunities, negotiation, and delivering efficiencies.
Experience of working in a climate of transformation and/or continuous improvement and supporting others in uncertain times.
Experience of working for an emergency service or local authority.
Experience of Information and Data Governance and/or of being a Senior Risk Information Officer (SIRO) or Deputy SIRO.
Experience of portfolio and project management methodologies and tailoring these for significant ICT projects and organisational context.
Proven ICT risk management experience.
High level of political awareness and acuity to interact with senior stakeholders and elected Members.
Foundation or Practitioner level qualification in programme or project management.
What you can expect in return
27 days annual holiday (plus public holidays) rising to 31 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service
Local Government Pension - Defined Benefit Scheme
Flexible and hybrid working
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Welfare and Wellbeing services
Staff Engagement Groups
Access to a Medical Intervention Scheme which can support staff to access private medical assessments and treatments
Access to Blue Light card with offers online and high street discounts
Use of the multi-gym, sports hall, restaurant, free parking, and beautiful open surroundings at our Headquarters in Portishead
Please note - as this post is based at our Headquarters which we share with Avon & Somerset Police, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a security clearance check & DBS check.
Further Information
If you would like to have an informal conversation with the hiring manager for this role please contact recruitment@avonfire.gov.uk to request this.
How to apply: The full job description can be found on our careers pages: Head of ICT | Yes You Can! The Avon Fire & Rescue Service Job . Once you have read the job description please submit a tailored CV demonstrating how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.
Late applications will not be accepted. Please quote job reference number 1023 [JD number] on any communications. Thank you.
Avon Fire & Rescue Service is committed to securing equality of opportunity. W e welcome applications from all members of our community who are currently under-represented at Avon Fire & Rescue Service, particularly women, Disabled people and members of ethnic minority communities.
Dec 20, 2023
Full time
Role Summary
Be at the forefront of ICT improvements and transformation within the Fire & Rescue Service (AF&RS). We are seeking a visionary leader to shape our future ICT and digital strategy, make further improvements to our infrastructure and ensure our ICT systems are resilient, reliable, and accessible to all staff 24/7.
This is a new role leading the development of an integrated ICT strategy and technology roadmap and overseeing the delivery of technology initiatives. This business-critical position will require you to work effectively with key stakeholders to create and implement an ICT strategy which aligns with our organisational goals and ambitions, ensures the integration and enhancement of our systems and improved user experience.
This role will require an ambitious, forward-thinking individual who has the technical knowledge, drive and passion to make a big difference. You will have a unique opportunity to make the role your own and bring your experience, ideas, influencing skills and technical expertise to our organisation. With challenging budgets, a creative and innovative approach is key, as is the exploration of potential funding sources.
Some of the things you’ll be doing
Strategic Leadership : Drive continuous improvement, culture change, and effective performance management. Act as the advocate for AF&RS’s digital vision, engaging leadership and representing AF&RS in local and national digital forums.
Expert Consultation : Offer expert guidance on ICT matters to senior stakeholders and the Fire Authority, enabling discussions on modern ICT and digital technology.
System Management : Ensure the efficiency, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness of ICT systems and technology. Oversee external IT helpdesk providers and business continuity plans.
Infrastructure Enhancement : Drive continual improvements to the ICT infrastructure to ensure a solid foundation and enhanced user experience. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement improvements, presenting robust business cases for investment.
Digital Horizon-Scanning : Stay updated on digital developments and evaluate new technologies potential benefits, risks, and affordability aligned with the ICT strategy.
Strategy Development : Lead the creation and implementation of AF&RS’s cohesive ICT and Digital Strategy, fostering innovative and integrated improvements.
Project Oversight : Oversee the successful delivery of all ICT, digital, and systems projects. Establish governance structures, aligning with the ICT strategy and legal compliance.
Change Management : Implement efficient change processes, improving service quality and business continuity while minimising disruption.
Risk Management: Proactively assess and monitor ICT-related risks across AF&RS, implementing effective controls and mitigations.
Resource Optimisation : Develop an appropriate ICT organisational structure, optimising internal and external resources to ensure delivery and an integrated approach.
Team Leadership : Provide training and mentoring to internal ICT staff, fostering a responsive and agile cross-functional team.
Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with stakeholders across AF&RS, building strong internal networks to maximise technology benefits.
Policy Implementation : Develop and implement up-to-date ICT policies ensuring robust controls across AF&RS. Liaise with internal data protection teams, ensuring ICT developments are compliant with relevant information legislation. Act as the Deputy Senior Risk Owner ensuring high-quality governance standards and compliance.
Training Alignment : Identify and evaluate ICT training aligned with the ICT strategy and budget requirements.
Budget Management : Manage ICT budgets aligned with the ICT strategy, forecasting and reviewing budgetary arrangements and exploring potential funding opportunities.
What we’ll need from you:
Essential:
Proven experience in senior ICT leadership role, driving digital transformation and strategy (ideally within the emergency services or public sector – but not essential).
Demonstrable experience in design, sourcing, transition, delivery and implementation of new technology and data capabilities.
Excellent up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Extensive knowledge of digital, data and technology regulations and best practice methodologies (e.g. ITIL, ISO) and performance benchmarking. You will also maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Significant experience of leading and managing high performing teams (via direct or matrix management).
Proven experience of strategic service planning, business processes, developing, leading, and implementing IT/ICT strategies and change programs.
Experience of successfully managing high quality business-as-usual (BAU) ICT, while also inspiring, leading, and driving innovative solutions.
Proven experience of proactively managing business continuity and cyber security arrangements.
Significant experience of dealing with vendors and third parties including experience of procuring, negotiating, and robustly managing business-critical service contractors.
Degree level education, or equivalent, in business, computer science or a related field of study, or proven relevant business experience.
Professional ICT qualifications (such as ITIL or accredited status such as Chartered IT Professional CITP), or equivalent through a combination of proven relevant training, experience and evidenced continuing professional development.
Highly effective communication and influencing skills across the full breadth of written, verbal, presentation, and digital media. You will be able to engage, advise and explain technical matters in a non-technical way.
Adaptable, inclusive, and values-based leadership and people management skills.
Relationship building and collaboration skills with the ability to influence strategic thinking and approaches to complex service issues.
Strong analytical, research, numerical and decision-making skills, to deal with complex service delivery.
Ability to manage and prioritise high workloads, with pressing and conflicting deadlines.
Desirable:
Comprehensive budget-creation and budget-management experience including identifying and evaluating opportunities, negotiation, and delivering efficiencies.
Experience of working in a climate of transformation and/or continuous improvement and supporting others in uncertain times.
Experience of working for an emergency service or local authority.
Experience of Information and Data Governance and/or of being a Senior Risk Information Officer (SIRO) or Deputy SIRO.
Experience of portfolio and project management methodologies and tailoring these for significant ICT projects and organisational context.
Proven ICT risk management experience.
High level of political awareness and acuity to interact with senior stakeholders and elected Members.
Foundation or Practitioner level qualification in programme or project management.
What you can expect in return
27 days annual holiday (plus public holidays) rising to 31 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service
Local Government Pension - Defined Benefit Scheme
Flexible and hybrid working
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Welfare and Wellbeing services
Staff Engagement Groups
Access to a Medical Intervention Scheme which can support staff to access private medical assessments and treatments
Access to Blue Light card with offers online and high street discounts
Use of the multi-gym, sports hall, restaurant, free parking, and beautiful open surroundings at our Headquarters in Portishead
Please note - as this post is based at our Headquarters which we share with Avon & Somerset Police, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a security clearance check & DBS check.
Further Information
If you would like to have an informal conversation with the hiring manager for this role please contact recruitment@avonfire.gov.uk to request this.
How to apply: The full job description can be found on our careers pages: Head of ICT | Yes You Can! The Avon Fire & Rescue Service Job . Once you have read the job description please submit a tailored CV demonstrating how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.
Late applications will not be accepted. Please quote job reference number 1023 [JD number] on any communications. Thank you.
Avon Fire & Rescue Service is committed to securing equality of opportunity. W e welcome applications from all members of our community who are currently under-represented at Avon Fire & Rescue Service, particularly women, Disabled people and members of ethnic minority communities.
Company Description Hitachi Solutions understand what it takes to digitally transform organisations, harnessing the power of the latest technologies and seamlessly integrating them into businesses. As a global consultancy firm working across the private and public sectors, we specialise in user-friendly business applications based on the Microsoft cloud. With a team of experienced industry professionals, consultants and technology experts, Hitachi Solutions has a wide range of capabilities including digital transformation, ERP and CRM implementation, change management and data science & analytics. Our highly skilled team help drive improvements to many aspects of your business creating efficiencies and growth. For more information, visit Job Description Key responsibilities: Assisting customers to maximise returns on their Dynamics investment Developing long lasting and high-quality business relationships with clients by instilling trust and confidence Working directly with clients to understand their business strategy, programme requirements & processes Demonstrating the future state solution enactment of the articulated programme strategy in the context of Microsoft Dynamics CRM / CRM & related applications and technologies Utilising specialist knowledge of business processes and the Microsoft Dynamics / CRM product suite (including related applications and technologies) to support the development and expansion of the solution footprint to meet clients' articulated business strategy Providing solution demonstrations Developing original approaches to improve or replace existing processes and procedures Designing bespoke solutions Documenting the Programme Solution Design Supporting Lead Consultants in their review of functional specifications for clients of high complexity and quality, including complex integrations or significant module changes Acting as the single point design authority between Solution Architects so that solutions can be developed Guiding Client Programme Directors & Project Managers and keeping them informed Sharing knowledge with other project team members or other Hitachi Solutions consultants Execute assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with Hitachi Solution Europe Ltd's Quality Management Policy. Qualifications Key competencies: Deep functional knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics CRM / CRM solutions & integrations Experience of developing customised solutions to complex business problems Demonstrable Programme level Solution Architect experience Strong working knowledge of Solution and Integration Design Relevant Microsoft certifications Excellent documentation and communication skills A logical approach to problem solving and the structured introduction of change into operational systems Ability to multitask and prioritise Good interpersonal skills Attention to detail Additional Information The Hitachi Solutions Europe office is in London but our client offices are spread throughout the UK so candidates must be willing to travel and stay away from home during the working week. In responding to this application you are explicitly giving your permission under General Data Protection regulation (GDPR) & the UK Data Protection Act 1998 (DPA), for Hitachi Solutions Europe Limited to collect your information, store & process it for this role & / or any others that may be suitable now or in the future subject to Hitachi Solutions Europe Limited's Data Retention Policy. For more information please refer to our Privacy Policy located on Beware of scams Our recruiting team may communicate with candidates via domain email address and/or via our SmartRecruiters (Applicant Tracking System) domain email address regarding your application and interview requests. All offers will originate from domain email address. If you receive an offer or information from someone purporting to be an employee of Hitachi Solutions from any other domain, it may not be legitimate.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Company Description Hitachi Solutions understand what it takes to digitally transform organisations, harnessing the power of the latest technologies and seamlessly integrating them into businesses. As a global consultancy firm working across the private and public sectors, we specialise in user-friendly business applications based on the Microsoft cloud. With a team of experienced industry professionals, consultants and technology experts, Hitachi Solutions has a wide range of capabilities including digital transformation, ERP and CRM implementation, change management and data science & analytics. Our highly skilled team help drive improvements to many aspects of your business creating efficiencies and growth. For more information, visit Job Description Key responsibilities: Assisting customers to maximise returns on their Dynamics investment Developing long lasting and high-quality business relationships with clients by instilling trust and confidence Working directly with clients to understand their business strategy, programme requirements & processes Demonstrating the future state solution enactment of the articulated programme strategy in the context of Microsoft Dynamics CRM / CRM & related applications and technologies Utilising specialist knowledge of business processes and the Microsoft Dynamics / CRM product suite (including related applications and technologies) to support the development and expansion of the solution footprint to meet clients' articulated business strategy Providing solution demonstrations Developing original approaches to improve or replace existing processes and procedures Designing bespoke solutions Documenting the Programme Solution Design Supporting Lead Consultants in their review of functional specifications for clients of high complexity and quality, including complex integrations or significant module changes Acting as the single point design authority between Solution Architects so that solutions can be developed Guiding Client Programme Directors & Project Managers and keeping them informed Sharing knowledge with other project team members or other Hitachi Solutions consultants Execute assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with Hitachi Solution Europe Ltd's Quality Management Policy. Qualifications Key competencies: Deep functional knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics CRM / CRM solutions & integrations Experience of developing customised solutions to complex business problems Demonstrable Programme level Solution Architect experience Strong working knowledge of Solution and Integration Design Relevant Microsoft certifications Excellent documentation and communication skills A logical approach to problem solving and the structured introduction of change into operational systems Ability to multitask and prioritise Good interpersonal skills Attention to detail Additional Information The Hitachi Solutions Europe office is in London but our client offices are spread throughout the UK so candidates must be willing to travel and stay away from home during the working week. In responding to this application you are explicitly giving your permission under General Data Protection regulation (GDPR) & the UK Data Protection Act 1998 (DPA), for Hitachi Solutions Europe Limited to collect your information, store & process it for this role & / or any others that may be suitable now or in the future subject to Hitachi Solutions Europe Limited's Data Retention Policy. For more information please refer to our Privacy Policy located on Beware of scams Our recruiting team may communicate with candidates via domain email address and/or via our SmartRecruiters (Applicant Tracking System) domain email address regarding your application and interview requests. All offers will originate from domain email address. If you receive an offer or information from someone purporting to be an employee of Hitachi Solutions from any other domain, it may not be legitimate.
Tomorrow is a collection of companies that build better, faster, smarter solutions, to deliver exceptional digital experiences. Made up of some of the smartest minds, Tomorrow is shaping the future of digital experience, today. Found is a multi-award-winning digital growth agency whose vision is to be the agency of the future, now. Harnessing the efficiencies of technology and the future-thinking of a smart team of analysts, specialists, consultants and creatives, Found helps its clients grow their businesses online measurably, responsibly, and significantly. The Role The PPC Account Director is responsible for providing strategic leadership and guidance for your portfolio of clients. You will be responsible for owning the strategy and deliverables and building strong, successful relationships with your clients will be at the core of what you do. You will manage a team of talented PPC specialists, supporting, developing and nurturing the team to fulfil their full potential. You will identify new opportunities and implement new tactics to support the growth of the PPC team and the agency. ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT Act as a point of contact and escalation for all the assigned accounts within your team. Contribute to key meetings and provide support on all other meeting preparation and delivery. Develop and maintain close and productive client relationships as well as have the ability to identify new business opportunities from existing clients. Reviewing Quarterly Business Review and monthly meeting decks to ensure the correct insights around strategy and activity is being delivered to the client. Overseeing accounts to ensure all day to day requirements of account management are being completed such as dashboard accuracy, budget tracking, performance, deadlines met etc. are on track and accurate. STRATEGY OF ACCOUNTS Act as strategic lead for all PPC accounts under your remit, defining responsibilities, owning relationships and steering your team. Ensuring all accounts have a successful strategy and support PPC Account Managers in creating strategies that meet the client's objectives and KPIs. Overseeing monthly activity planning to ensure it is in line with client's strategy, and ensuring all relevant documents and tools such as digital plans, Asana etc, have been update and shared. Ensuring forecasts have been created and are regularly maintained. Leading integration to ensure the PPC team are working closely with the client, SEO and data teams to have clear and integrated performance planning and execution. Work with clients to set KPIs for campaigns and ensure performance is monitored closely against client goals and contractual requirements. Contribute to upsells, proposals and pitches with winning Paid Performance Media strategies that meet client's objectives. TEAM MANAGEMENT Understand the commercial requirements of your clients' businesses and determine strategies, and facilitate internal understanding, accordingly. Keeping up to date with recent algorithm & platform updates and news and adapting to improve process and deliverables. Manage the resourcing across accounts to ensure all tasks can be delivered within the hours available. Managing overburn across accounts and ensuring tasks are delivered within reasonable timeframes. Defining best practice and ensuring the team is operating in this way. Take a proactive approach to actively develop relationships with clients. Approachable, supportive and accountable for their own, the clients and the team's performance and outputs. Forward thinking and solutions orientated. Extremely collaborative across the agency. A strong leader, manager and mentor. Flexible Working - remote & flexible hours Personalised Career Development Summer hours on Friday + early finish on Fridays throughout the rest of the year Birthday day off + half a day leave throughout the year for extra celebrations Interchangeable bank holiday switch to celebrate the days important to you Employee Wellbeing Initiatives including Employee Assistance Programme Pension Bippit financial coaching Bupa Healthcare Enhanced parental leave Pregnancy loss and parental bereavement leave Compassionate leave Eye-care vouchers Summer and Christmas party Life Assurance & Income protection Cycle to work scheme Computer purchase scheme Regular lunch and learns Team socials Opportunities to attend conferences and industry events And more! We're a flexible employer so we're happy to hear from people who are looking to work fully remote. At Tomorrow, we embrace and support diversity, fostering a culture of inclusivity as we know it is fundamental to our mission to make digital experiences more engaging, connected and accountable. We're an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, nationality, neurodiversity
May 04, 2024
Full time
Tomorrow is a collection of companies that build better, faster, smarter solutions, to deliver exceptional digital experiences. Made up of some of the smartest minds, Tomorrow is shaping the future of digital experience, today. Found is a multi-award-winning digital growth agency whose vision is to be the agency of the future, now. Harnessing the efficiencies of technology and the future-thinking of a smart team of analysts, specialists, consultants and creatives, Found helps its clients grow their businesses online measurably, responsibly, and significantly. The Role The PPC Account Director is responsible for providing strategic leadership and guidance for your portfolio of clients. You will be responsible for owning the strategy and deliverables and building strong, successful relationships with your clients will be at the core of what you do. You will manage a team of talented PPC specialists, supporting, developing and nurturing the team to fulfil their full potential. You will identify new opportunities and implement new tactics to support the growth of the PPC team and the agency. ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT Act as a point of contact and escalation for all the assigned accounts within your team. Contribute to key meetings and provide support on all other meeting preparation and delivery. Develop and maintain close and productive client relationships as well as have the ability to identify new business opportunities from existing clients. Reviewing Quarterly Business Review and monthly meeting decks to ensure the correct insights around strategy and activity is being delivered to the client. Overseeing accounts to ensure all day to day requirements of account management are being completed such as dashboard accuracy, budget tracking, performance, deadlines met etc. are on track and accurate. STRATEGY OF ACCOUNTS Act as strategic lead for all PPC accounts under your remit, defining responsibilities, owning relationships and steering your team. Ensuring all accounts have a successful strategy and support PPC Account Managers in creating strategies that meet the client's objectives and KPIs. Overseeing monthly activity planning to ensure it is in line with client's strategy, and ensuring all relevant documents and tools such as digital plans, Asana etc, have been update and shared. Ensuring forecasts have been created and are regularly maintained. Leading integration to ensure the PPC team are working closely with the client, SEO and data teams to have clear and integrated performance planning and execution. Work with clients to set KPIs for campaigns and ensure performance is monitored closely against client goals and contractual requirements. Contribute to upsells, proposals and pitches with winning Paid Performance Media strategies that meet client's objectives. TEAM MANAGEMENT Understand the commercial requirements of your clients' businesses and determine strategies, and facilitate internal understanding, accordingly. Keeping up to date with recent algorithm & platform updates and news and adapting to improve process and deliverables. Manage the resourcing across accounts to ensure all tasks can be delivered within the hours available. Managing overburn across accounts and ensuring tasks are delivered within reasonable timeframes. Defining best practice and ensuring the team is operating in this way. Take a proactive approach to actively develop relationships with clients. Approachable, supportive and accountable for their own, the clients and the team's performance and outputs. Forward thinking and solutions orientated. Extremely collaborative across the agency. A strong leader, manager and mentor. Flexible Working - remote & flexible hours Personalised Career Development Summer hours on Friday + early finish on Fridays throughout the rest of the year Birthday day off + half a day leave throughout the year for extra celebrations Interchangeable bank holiday switch to celebrate the days important to you Employee Wellbeing Initiatives including Employee Assistance Programme Pension Bippit financial coaching Bupa Healthcare Enhanced parental leave Pregnancy loss and parental bereavement leave Compassionate leave Eye-care vouchers Summer and Christmas party Life Assurance & Income protection Cycle to work scheme Computer purchase scheme Regular lunch and learns Team socials Opportunities to attend conferences and industry events And more! We're a flexible employer so we're happy to hear from people who are looking to work fully remote. At Tomorrow, we embrace and support diversity, fostering a culture of inclusivity as we know it is fundamental to our mission to make digital experiences more engaging, connected and accountable. We're an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, nationality, neurodiversity
Senior Solution Architect page is loaded Senior Solution Architect Apply locations London, United Kingdom time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R Our global teams took on the challenge to make a difference in the way the global financial markets operate. Do you have a passion for technology. Do you want to make a difference, delivering software used by some of the biggest companies in the world. Do you love working with others in a dynamic agile environment? Role Profile LSEG in London is searching for enthusiastic, passionate technologists to join our growing team as we strive to deliver excellence to our customers. You're a self-starter who will be an integral part of an empowered agile team working on our ongoing transformational programs centred around Digital and Marketing Platforms We are looking for someone with many years working in digital and marketing technologies as an Architect, especially Content Management systems (AEM, Drupal, WordPress), Adobe Marketing Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform and other key Marketing Technologies. We will be especially interested in architects with experience running Content Management Systems for multiple brands and handling multi-million visitors per month. Key Responsibilities Partner with Business Stakeholders, Product Owners, Business Analysts to understand functional and non-functional requirements and interact with other cross-functional teams. Provide strategic guidance and direction to internal teams for improving their digital marketing effectiveness Contribute to Customer's digital marketing strategies based on industry best practices Ensure team members working in the domain understand and adhere to the architecture principles, policies, and standards to produce function-specific reference architectures and solutions. Manage relationships with members of Corporate Technology leadership to influence the adoption of Enterprise Architecture frameworks, standards and policies Improve relationships with vendors, regulators and industry bodies to seek and adopt industry standard methodologies in enterprise architecture and technology strategy Act as trusted advisor and leader across the wider LSEG Technology. To be the lead architect to work with other architects to define the end-to-end solution & design covering all involved systems, data, integration, security Manage the quality and work throughput of a team of architects across the Corporate technology domain to define and deliver end to end architecture solutions aligned to the strategy and roadmaps Ensure all solutions follow Corporate Technology and enterprise solution standards, align with the overall roadmap, have good quality documentation, and follow all relevant governance steps Drive and establish Centre of Excellence (CoE) for key strategic platforms in the domain, e.g. Adobe. Help project team to size & estimate project implementation and identify resources and abilities needed for delivery of solution. Skills & Experience: Detailed knowledge on Enterprise Architecture, Technology Strategy, Cloud and Security Detailed knowledge of operational, delivery management (including experience in a variety of delivery methodologies), business development and strategy and organisational transformation programmes Experienced in architecting, delivering and supporting of following: Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Adobe Analytics Adobe Target Adobe Audience Manager Dynamic Media and Search&Promote Adobe Experience Platform & CDP (Customer Data Platform) Drupal Cloud platforms like AWS and Azure Expertise and understanding in the following languages and technologies: HTML, HTML5, Java Script, XML, Java, WCM, ReactJS, AngularJS, headless CMS, services-based architecture, REST, Web analytics, content targeting Expertise and understanding of end-to-end DevOps tools and processes Knowledge of current digital marketing trends and best practices on topics such as personalisation, cross channel marketing, mobile, data-driven optimisation of experiences On-premise to Cloud migration projects Integration projects as a result of corporate acquisitions & mergers Onboarding SaaS solutions System integrations at application, data and network architecture domains Appreciation of InfoSec practices as applied in a regulated environment Deep technical acumen Personal skills and capabilities Superb communication skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders. Exhibit good interpersonal and team-building skills to promote a positive and collaborative work environment. Ability to influence across multiple functions (technical and non-technical) Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines To quickly build up a working knowledge of applications by working with others and reading up on new applications A continuous desire and willingness to learn and develop your current knowledge and skillset. Many projects will involve applications unfamiliar to the role holder. Diversity & Inclusion People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our colleagues thrive personally and professionally through our shared values of Integrity, Partnership, Innovation and Excellence are at the core of our culture. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract people with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We are always looking at ways to become more agile, so we meet the needs of our teams and customers. We believe that an inclusive collaborative workplace is pivotal to our success and supports the potential and growth of all colleagues at LSEG LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions. Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity. LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject . If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice. HOW TO APPLY? About Us LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our culture of connecting, creating opportunity and delivering excellence shapes how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. Our organisation Our Data & Analytics, Capital Markets and Post Trade divisions have a combined power that provides a comprehensive, integrated suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services to help our customers pursue their ambitions. Explore our divisions Where we work LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 70 countries across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Find out more
May 04, 2024
Full time
Senior Solution Architect page is loaded Senior Solution Architect Apply locations London, United Kingdom time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R Our global teams took on the challenge to make a difference in the way the global financial markets operate. Do you have a passion for technology. Do you want to make a difference, delivering software used by some of the biggest companies in the world. Do you love working with others in a dynamic agile environment? Role Profile LSEG in London is searching for enthusiastic, passionate technologists to join our growing team as we strive to deliver excellence to our customers. You're a self-starter who will be an integral part of an empowered agile team working on our ongoing transformational programs centred around Digital and Marketing Platforms We are looking for someone with many years working in digital and marketing technologies as an Architect, especially Content Management systems (AEM, Drupal, WordPress), Adobe Marketing Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform and other key Marketing Technologies. We will be especially interested in architects with experience running Content Management Systems for multiple brands and handling multi-million visitors per month. Key Responsibilities Partner with Business Stakeholders, Product Owners, Business Analysts to understand functional and non-functional requirements and interact with other cross-functional teams. Provide strategic guidance and direction to internal teams for improving their digital marketing effectiveness Contribute to Customer's digital marketing strategies based on industry best practices Ensure team members working in the domain understand and adhere to the architecture principles, policies, and standards to produce function-specific reference architectures and solutions. Manage relationships with members of Corporate Technology leadership to influence the adoption of Enterprise Architecture frameworks, standards and policies Improve relationships with vendors, regulators and industry bodies to seek and adopt industry standard methodologies in enterprise architecture and technology strategy Act as trusted advisor and leader across the wider LSEG Technology. To be the lead architect to work with other architects to define the end-to-end solution & design covering all involved systems, data, integration, security Manage the quality and work throughput of a team of architects across the Corporate technology domain to define and deliver end to end architecture solutions aligned to the strategy and roadmaps Ensure all solutions follow Corporate Technology and enterprise solution standards, align with the overall roadmap, have good quality documentation, and follow all relevant governance steps Drive and establish Centre of Excellence (CoE) for key strategic platforms in the domain, e.g. Adobe. Help project team to size & estimate project implementation and identify resources and abilities needed for delivery of solution. Skills & Experience: Detailed knowledge on Enterprise Architecture, Technology Strategy, Cloud and Security Detailed knowledge of operational, delivery management (including experience in a variety of delivery methodologies), business development and strategy and organisational transformation programmes Experienced in architecting, delivering and supporting of following: Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Adobe Analytics Adobe Target Adobe Audience Manager Dynamic Media and Search&Promote Adobe Experience Platform & CDP (Customer Data Platform) Drupal Cloud platforms like AWS and Azure Expertise and understanding in the following languages and technologies: HTML, HTML5, Java Script, XML, Java, WCM, ReactJS, AngularJS, headless CMS, services-based architecture, REST, Web analytics, content targeting Expertise and understanding of end-to-end DevOps tools and processes Knowledge of current digital marketing trends and best practices on topics such as personalisation, cross channel marketing, mobile, data-driven optimisation of experiences On-premise to Cloud migration projects Integration projects as a result of corporate acquisitions & mergers Onboarding SaaS solutions System integrations at application, data and network architecture domains Appreciation of InfoSec practices as applied in a regulated environment Deep technical acumen Personal skills and capabilities Superb communication skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders. Exhibit good interpersonal and team-building skills to promote a positive and collaborative work environment. Ability to influence across multiple functions (technical and non-technical) Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines To quickly build up a working knowledge of applications by working with others and reading up on new applications A continuous desire and willingness to learn and develop your current knowledge and skillset. Many projects will involve applications unfamiliar to the role holder. Diversity & Inclusion People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our colleagues thrive personally and professionally through our shared values of Integrity, Partnership, Innovation and Excellence are at the core of our culture. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract people with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We are always looking at ways to become more agile, so we meet the needs of our teams and customers. We believe that an inclusive collaborative workplace is pivotal to our success and supports the potential and growth of all colleagues at LSEG LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions. Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity. LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject . If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice. HOW TO APPLY? About Us LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our culture of connecting, creating opportunity and delivering excellence shapes how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. Our organisation Our Data & Analytics, Capital Markets and Post Trade divisions have a combined power that provides a comprehensive, integrated suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services to help our customers pursue their ambitions. Explore our divisions Where we work LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 70 countries across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Find out more
You might have thought that as Technology Partner of the Year 2023 our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you d be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we re insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we re ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we d love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury s, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK s leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We re not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: It s so intuitive. It s built around how HR advice is actually provided. We re not fitting around the software; the software fits around us . Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you ll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What s on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
May 04, 2024
Full time
You might have thought that as Technology Partner of the Year 2023 our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you d be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we re insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we re ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we d love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury s, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK s leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We re not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: It s so intuitive. It s built around how HR advice is actually provided. We re not fitting around the software; the software fits around us . Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you ll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What s on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
You might have thought that as Technology Partner of the Year 2023 our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you d be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we re insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we re ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we d love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury s, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK s leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We re not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: It s so intuitive. It s built around how HR advice is actually provided. We re not fitting around the software; the software fits around us . Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you ll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What s on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
May 04, 2024
Full time
You might have thought that as Technology Partner of the Year 2023 our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you d be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we re insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we re ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we d love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury s, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK s leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We re not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: It s so intuitive. It s built around how HR advice is actually provided. We re not fitting around the software; the software fits around us . Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you ll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What s on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
You might have thought that as Technology Partner of the Year 2023 our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you d be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we re insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we re ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we d love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury s, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK s leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We re not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: It s so intuitive. It s built around how HR advice is actually provided. We re not fitting around the software; the software fits around us . Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you ll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What s on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
May 04, 2024
Full time
You might have thought that as Technology Partner of the Year 2023 our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you d be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we re insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we re ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we d love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury s, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK s leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We re not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: It s so intuitive. It s built around how HR advice is actually provided. We re not fitting around the software; the software fits around us . Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you ll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What s on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat)Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week£120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEOTeam Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and AdvicePedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers+ Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team+ Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives+ Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment+ Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance+ Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality+ Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements+ Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform+ Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment+ Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget+ Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)+ Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage+ Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus+ Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills+ Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions+ Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance+ Pension+ Holiday purchase scheme+ Volunteering days+ Long service awards+ Contribution towards professional qualifications+ Contribution towards membership fees+ Employee assistance programme+ Health cashback plan+ And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the
May 03, 2024
Full time
You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat)Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week£120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEOTeam Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and AdvicePedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers+ Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team+ Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives+ Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment+ Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance+ Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality+ Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements+ Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform+ Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment+ Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget+ Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)+ Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage+ Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus+ Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills+ Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions+ Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance+ Pension+ Holiday purchase scheme+ Volunteering days+ Long service awards+ Contribution towards professional qualifications+ Contribution towards membership fees+ Employee assistance programme+ Health cashback plan+ And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the
You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat)Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week£120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEOTeam Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and AdvicePedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers+ Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team+ Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives+ Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment+ Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance+ Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality+ Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements+ Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform+ Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment+ Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget+ Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)+ Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage+ Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus+ Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills+ Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions+ Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance+ Pension+ Holiday purchase scheme+ Volunteering days+ Long service awards+ Contribution towards professional qualifications+ Contribution towards membership fees+ Employee assistance programme+ Health cashback plan+ And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details.
May 03, 2024
Full time
You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat)Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week£120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEOTeam Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and AdvicePedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers+ Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team+ Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives+ Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment+ Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance+ Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality+ Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements+ Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform+ Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment+ Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget+ Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)+ Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage+ Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus+ Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills+ Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions+ Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance+ Pension+ Holiday purchase scheme+ Volunteering days+ Long service awards+ Contribution towards professional qualifications+ Contribution towards membership fees+ Employee assistance programme+ Health cashback plan+ And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details.
Bloomberg runs on data. Our products are fuelled by powerful information. We combine data and context to paint the whole picture for our clients, around the clock - from around the world. In Data, we are responsible for delivering this data, news and analytics through innovative technology - quickly and accurately. We apply problem-solving skills to identify innovative workflow efficiencies, and we implement technology solutions to enhance our systems, products and processes - all while providing platinum customer support to our clients. Our Team: Our team is responsible for handling Sovereign, Ratings and Curves data. These datasets are critical to fixed income market participants and over the last couple of years there has been increased investment to deliver this data quicker and more accurately to our clients. We have expanded and enhanced the availability of these datasets and have a global team ensuring we provide round the clock coverage across 180 countries. What's the role? We have an exciting opportunity for a Global Manager to lead the Sovereigns, Ratings and Curves Data teams. Your team will be responsible for the data management, quality and timely delivery of content, while also growing our data offering by identifying and on-boarding additional datasets. You will be expected to drive the data strategy, aligning with our clients and key partners to understand their evolving needs and setting proactive strategies to ensure we deliver fit for purpose datasets. Your teams will also be responsible for researching additional data sets to expand the coverage of our product as well as focus on developing their data modeling and ETL software skills. You will collaborate extensively with global colleagues, and partners across all business units including Product, Engineering, Sales & Analytics, and News. We'll trust you to: Recruit, develop, and retain talent to create hard-working teams while leading regional teams with multiple team leaders directly reporting to you Own the success of the team in achieving its goals and metrics alongside implementing and evolving plans for coverage and expansion for the product Represent your product by visiting clients and/or engaging in industry events to promote our data products to have meaningful client interactions to build trust, understand their needs and deepen relationships Ensure teams are focused on data management best practices such as data modeling to promote interoperability among all of Bloomberg's datasets Drive workforce planning initiatives to create sustainable systems and ensure the correct resources and skills are in place to align with business needs Drive the integration of technology to improve the workflow via the Engineering tech stacks to ensure expanded data coverage, quality improvements and efficiencies in delivering data faster to market Work with global counterparts to build and implement a comprehensive data strategy and lead initiatives to completion You'll need to have: Please note we use years of experience as a guide, but we certainly will consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary for the role. 8+ years of prior experience in management; leading diverse teams and promoting an inclusive environment A deep understanding of financial markets and an intimate understanding of how industry players use data to drive business decisions, specifically across Rates Experience creating and/or leading development of data pipelines, improvements to data workflows, and comprehensive data models Solid grasp of data management principles and technologies such as data modeling, data analysis skills to tell a narrative and/or make data-driven insights Excellent interpersonal skills, allowing you to clearly communicate business needs, build strong client relationships and manage sophisticated partner relationships Experience using data visualization tools such as Tableau or QlikSense Strong attention to detail and high degree of proven decision-making and problem-solving skills Technical competence in at least one programming language/environment, e.g., Python, SQL, etc We'd love to see: A Master's degree (preferably in Finance, Economics or STEM field) and/or a professional qualification such as CFA or equivalent experience Familiarity with Data Science and/or Machine Learning Does this sound like you? Apply if you think we're a good match. We'll get in touch to let you know what the next steps are! Bloomberg is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Bloomberg provides reasonable adjustment/accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable adjustment/accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable adjustment/accommodation include but are not limited to making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you would prefer to discuss this confidentially, please email (Americas), (Europe, the Middle East and Africa), or (Asia-Pacific), based on the region you are submitting an application for.
May 03, 2024
Full time
Bloomberg runs on data. Our products are fuelled by powerful information. We combine data and context to paint the whole picture for our clients, around the clock - from around the world. In Data, we are responsible for delivering this data, news and analytics through innovative technology - quickly and accurately. We apply problem-solving skills to identify innovative workflow efficiencies, and we implement technology solutions to enhance our systems, products and processes - all while providing platinum customer support to our clients. Our Team: Our team is responsible for handling Sovereign, Ratings and Curves data. These datasets are critical to fixed income market participants and over the last couple of years there has been increased investment to deliver this data quicker and more accurately to our clients. We have expanded and enhanced the availability of these datasets and have a global team ensuring we provide round the clock coverage across 180 countries. What's the role? We have an exciting opportunity for a Global Manager to lead the Sovereigns, Ratings and Curves Data teams. Your team will be responsible for the data management, quality and timely delivery of content, while also growing our data offering by identifying and on-boarding additional datasets. You will be expected to drive the data strategy, aligning with our clients and key partners to understand their evolving needs and setting proactive strategies to ensure we deliver fit for purpose datasets. Your teams will also be responsible for researching additional data sets to expand the coverage of our product as well as focus on developing their data modeling and ETL software skills. You will collaborate extensively with global colleagues, and partners across all business units including Product, Engineering, Sales & Analytics, and News. We'll trust you to: Recruit, develop, and retain talent to create hard-working teams while leading regional teams with multiple team leaders directly reporting to you Own the success of the team in achieving its goals and metrics alongside implementing and evolving plans for coverage and expansion for the product Represent your product by visiting clients and/or engaging in industry events to promote our data products to have meaningful client interactions to build trust, understand their needs and deepen relationships Ensure teams are focused on data management best practices such as data modeling to promote interoperability among all of Bloomberg's datasets Drive workforce planning initiatives to create sustainable systems and ensure the correct resources and skills are in place to align with business needs Drive the integration of technology to improve the workflow via the Engineering tech stacks to ensure expanded data coverage, quality improvements and efficiencies in delivering data faster to market Work with global counterparts to build and implement a comprehensive data strategy and lead initiatives to completion You'll need to have: Please note we use years of experience as a guide, but we certainly will consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary for the role. 8+ years of prior experience in management; leading diverse teams and promoting an inclusive environment A deep understanding of financial markets and an intimate understanding of how industry players use data to drive business decisions, specifically across Rates Experience creating and/or leading development of data pipelines, improvements to data workflows, and comprehensive data models Solid grasp of data management principles and technologies such as data modeling, data analysis skills to tell a narrative and/or make data-driven insights Excellent interpersonal skills, allowing you to clearly communicate business needs, build strong client relationships and manage sophisticated partner relationships Experience using data visualization tools such as Tableau or QlikSense Strong attention to detail and high degree of proven decision-making and problem-solving skills Technical competence in at least one programming language/environment, e.g., Python, SQL, etc We'd love to see: A Master's degree (preferably in Finance, Economics or STEM field) and/or a professional qualification such as CFA or equivalent experience Familiarity with Data Science and/or Machine Learning Does this sound like you? Apply if you think we're a good match. We'll get in touch to let you know what the next steps are! Bloomberg is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Bloomberg provides reasonable adjustment/accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable adjustment/accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable adjustment/accommodation include but are not limited to making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you would prefer to discuss this confidentially, please email (Americas), (Europe, the Middle East and Africa), or (Asia-Pacific), based on the region you are submitting an application for.
Responsibilities include defining roadmaps, application and integration strategies, and architectural standards, as well as supporting the establishment of foundational cloud capabilities. The architect will maintain a hands-on approach, drawing on their engineering background to deliver robust solutions, while also fostering collaboration with strategic partners and internal teams to drive continuous improvement and minimise risks. They will be responsible for defining and delivering roadmaps, defining application and integration strategies to support the transformational journey, decision making for application architecture for cloud integration services. Defining architectural standards based on best practices and repeatable processes ensuring they are embedded as part of the technical governance processes. They will play a significant role in defining, maintaining and communicating the IT Strategy, technology roadmaps and play an active role in technical governance. RESPONSIBILITIES Design and develop IT solutions that meet the business requirements and align with the company's technology strategy Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses to assess the potential impact of proposed solutions Collaborate with software developers, engineers, and other IT professionals to ensure the successful implementation and integration of solutions Establish and lead on architecture principles, standards, defining reusable standards, guidelines, patterns, and strategies for guiding the use of public cloud and on-premises infrastructure services including system diagrams, flowcharts, and data models, to guide the development and implementation process Provide support for the Technology Leadership Team in innovation, advice on strategic IT decisions, technology choices and the assessment of investment cases for technology using excellent written and oral communication skills to present ideas in a business and user friendly language. Assist engineering teams to create and update all project documentation relating to the low-level design, ensuring adherence to both IT architecture and high-level design principles. Apply appropriate, structured methodologies and implement architecture standards and industry best practice Design architectures using the principles of re-use and complexity reduction, while balancing performance, scalability and extensibility Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure the organisation remains competitive and innovative. Support the business in our journey to become data-driven, by capturing and understanding their business needs, and defining and implementing Data and Analytics reference architectures, solutions and roadmaps. Provide clarity, thought leadership and design blueprints on Data management including migration, mastery, redundancy & lineage. Design and develop solutions architecture, data architecture and data governance specs based on the to-be processes that are part of the business and digital transformations. SKILLS: Demonstrated exposure to multiple, diverse technical configurations, technologies and processing Proven experience in technology architecture and design with a deep knowledge of Cloud based Data Platforms Experience of prototyping / proof of concept exercises to validate and evaluate the benefits of a technology against a business need Experience of other Cloud Service Providers (Azure, Google Cloud) Experience of Azure Databricks architecture. ExperiEnce of snowflake architecture and/or implementation Familiarity in Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD Pipeline Familiarity with Dev Ops Services Facilitation and collaboration skills, comfortable leading design workshops through to actionable results Analytical and creative thinker, and experienced problem solver
May 03, 2024
Full time
Responsibilities include defining roadmaps, application and integration strategies, and architectural standards, as well as supporting the establishment of foundational cloud capabilities. The architect will maintain a hands-on approach, drawing on their engineering background to deliver robust solutions, while also fostering collaboration with strategic partners and internal teams to drive continuous improvement and minimise risks. They will be responsible for defining and delivering roadmaps, defining application and integration strategies to support the transformational journey, decision making for application architecture for cloud integration services. Defining architectural standards based on best practices and repeatable processes ensuring they are embedded as part of the technical governance processes. They will play a significant role in defining, maintaining and communicating the IT Strategy, technology roadmaps and play an active role in technical governance. RESPONSIBILITIES Design and develop IT solutions that meet the business requirements and align with the company's technology strategy Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses to assess the potential impact of proposed solutions Collaborate with software developers, engineers, and other IT professionals to ensure the successful implementation and integration of solutions Establish and lead on architecture principles, standards, defining reusable standards, guidelines, patterns, and strategies for guiding the use of public cloud and on-premises infrastructure services including system diagrams, flowcharts, and data models, to guide the development and implementation process Provide support for the Technology Leadership Team in innovation, advice on strategic IT decisions, technology choices and the assessment of investment cases for technology using excellent written and oral communication skills to present ideas in a business and user friendly language. Assist engineering teams to create and update all project documentation relating to the low-level design, ensuring adherence to both IT architecture and high-level design principles. Apply appropriate, structured methodologies and implement architecture standards and industry best practice Design architectures using the principles of re-use and complexity reduction, while balancing performance, scalability and extensibility Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure the organisation remains competitive and innovative. Support the business in our journey to become data-driven, by capturing and understanding their business needs, and defining and implementing Data and Analytics reference architectures, solutions and roadmaps. Provide clarity, thought leadership and design blueprints on Data management including migration, mastery, redundancy & lineage. Design and develop solutions architecture, data architecture and data governance specs based on the to-be processes that are part of the business and digital transformations. SKILLS: Demonstrated exposure to multiple, diverse technical configurations, technologies and processing Proven experience in technology architecture and design with a deep knowledge of Cloud based Data Platforms Experience of prototyping / proof of concept exercises to validate and evaluate the benefits of a technology against a business need Experience of other Cloud Service Providers (Azure, Google Cloud) Experience of Azure Databricks architecture. ExperiEnce of snowflake architecture and/or implementation Familiarity in Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD Pipeline Familiarity with Dev Ops Services Facilitation and collaboration skills, comfortable leading design workshops through to actionable results Analytical and creative thinker, and experienced problem solver
You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background/Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People/HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower®, is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower® is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower® SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower® platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development life cycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower® platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development life cycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
May 03, 2024
Full time
You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background/Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People/HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower®, is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower® is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower® SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower® platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development life cycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower® platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development life cycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background/Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People/HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower®, is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower® is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower® SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower® platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development life cycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower® platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development life cycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
May 03, 2024
Full time
You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background/Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People/HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower®, is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower® is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower® SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower® platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development life cycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower® platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development life cycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
Solution Architect - Integration 75K- 100K Hybrid Working Model (London 2 / 3 Days Per Month) Enterprise Level Organisation Summary My client is a global facilities management company providing services like cleaning, security, catering, and waste management across various industries. Emphasizing sustainability and innovation, they offer tailored solutions for clients worldwide, ensuring safe and efficient environments while minimizing environmental impact. The Solution Architect will be responsible for the overarching technology architecture that enables business processes and data flows to connect in harmony with the end-to-end business architecture in a new fully automated digital business model. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop and maintain future state architectures, using documented business requirements, developing solution options, architecture documentation and managing the approval and sign off process. Ensure the designed architecture is maintained to a contemporary standard and reviewed regularly with colleagues across the IT organisation and business. Manage risks and issues associated with the architecture design process and escalate where necessary. Input to both the demand management process and Technical Design Authority (TDA) to govern project architecture deliverables. Lead the architecture and development governance community with a focus on the quality and longevity of solutions. Work with other architects, business analysts, project managers, PMO and other technology colleagues to ensure alignment of proposed solutions to both IT Strategy and Business Strategy, architecture standard and principles. Work with delivery partners and technology vendors to align detailed design and build activities to high-level architecture principles. Develop long-term relationships with colleagues, delivery partners and technology vendors. Technologies: SAP Success Factors, D365, Azure Integration Services, Azure logic Apps. M&A experience is essential. Experience integrating different applications and working on different business processes and systems.
May 03, 2024
Full time
Solution Architect - Integration 75K- 100K Hybrid Working Model (London 2 / 3 Days Per Month) Enterprise Level Organisation Summary My client is a global facilities management company providing services like cleaning, security, catering, and waste management across various industries. Emphasizing sustainability and innovation, they offer tailored solutions for clients worldwide, ensuring safe and efficient environments while minimizing environmental impact. The Solution Architect will be responsible for the overarching technology architecture that enables business processes and data flows to connect in harmony with the end-to-end business architecture in a new fully automated digital business model. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop and maintain future state architectures, using documented business requirements, developing solution options, architecture documentation and managing the approval and sign off process. Ensure the designed architecture is maintained to a contemporary standard and reviewed regularly with colleagues across the IT organisation and business. Manage risks and issues associated with the architecture design process and escalate where necessary. Input to both the demand management process and Technical Design Authority (TDA) to govern project architecture deliverables. Lead the architecture and development governance community with a focus on the quality and longevity of solutions. Work with other architects, business analysts, project managers, PMO and other technology colleagues to ensure alignment of proposed solutions to both IT Strategy and Business Strategy, architecture standard and principles. Work with delivery partners and technology vendors to align detailed design and build activities to high-level architecture principles. Develop long-term relationships with colleagues, delivery partners and technology vendors. Technologies: SAP Success Factors, D365, Azure Integration Services, Azure logic Apps. M&A experience is essential. Experience integrating different applications and working on different business processes and systems.
Solution Architect - Integration 75K- 100K Hybrid Working Model (London 2 / 3 Days Per Month) Enterprise Level Organisation Summary My client is a global facilities management company providing services like cleaning, security, catering, and waste management across various industries. Emphasizing sustainability and innovation, they offer tailored solutions for clients worldwide, ensuring safe and efficient environments while minimizing environmental impact. The Solution Architect will be responsible for the overarching technology architecture that enables business processes and data flows to connect in harmony with the end-to-end business architecture in a new fully automated digital business model. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop and maintain future state architectures, using documented business requirements, developing solution options, architecture documentation and managing the approval and sign off process. Ensure the designed architecture is maintained to a contemporary standard and reviewed regularly with colleagues across the IT organisation and business. Manage risks and issues associated with the architecture design process and escalate where necessary. Input to both the demand management process and Technical Design Authority (TDA) to govern project architecture deliverables. Lead the architecture and development governance community with a focus on the quality and longevity of solutions. Work with other architects, business analysts, project managers, PMO and other technology colleagues to ensure alignment of proposed solutions to both IT Strategy and Business Strategy, architecture standard and principles. Work with delivery partners and technology vendors to align detailed design and build activities to high-level architecture principles. Develop long-term relationships with colleagues, delivery partners and technology vendors. Technologies: SAP Success Factors, D365, Azure Integration Services, Azure logic Apps. M&A experience is essential. Experience working on several different applications. Experience doing high level solution architecture designs.
May 03, 2024
Full time
Solution Architect - Integration 75K- 100K Hybrid Working Model (London 2 / 3 Days Per Month) Enterprise Level Organisation Summary My client is a global facilities management company providing services like cleaning, security, catering, and waste management across various industries. Emphasizing sustainability and innovation, they offer tailored solutions for clients worldwide, ensuring safe and efficient environments while minimizing environmental impact. The Solution Architect will be responsible for the overarching technology architecture that enables business processes and data flows to connect in harmony with the end-to-end business architecture in a new fully automated digital business model. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop and maintain future state architectures, using documented business requirements, developing solution options, architecture documentation and managing the approval and sign off process. Ensure the designed architecture is maintained to a contemporary standard and reviewed regularly with colleagues across the IT organisation and business. Manage risks and issues associated with the architecture design process and escalate where necessary. Input to both the demand management process and Technical Design Authority (TDA) to govern project architecture deliverables. Lead the architecture and development governance community with a focus on the quality and longevity of solutions. Work with other architects, business analysts, project managers, PMO and other technology colleagues to ensure alignment of proposed solutions to both IT Strategy and Business Strategy, architecture standard and principles. Work with delivery partners and technology vendors to align detailed design and build activities to high-level architecture principles. Develop long-term relationships with colleagues, delivery partners and technology vendors. Technologies: SAP Success Factors, D365, Azure Integration Services, Azure logic Apps. M&A experience is essential. Experience working on several different applications. Experience doing high level solution architecture designs.
Role: Test Manager Location: Remote (occasional Travel to Yeovil) Duration: 6 Months Brief The Test Manager will be responsible for our Service Validation & Testing performed during the transition and during the term of Client contracts spanning Managed Print and Content Capture Services, and production print centres. The Account Test Manager function will also provide support for Clients and 3rd party testing resources The Test Manager will be responsible for delivering: Test execution and support of Client and other suppliers testing activities Management and creation of Phased Test plans, e.g CIT, SIT, UAT. Authoring and creation of Test scripts from HLD, LLD and requirements. Xerox Print Service compliance with the Client's Test Strategy Xerox Print Service compliance with the Client's Testing Policies, Processes, Procedures Ensure alignment of all Xerox test processes with the Client's Test Strategy Management and change control of the Xerox Model Office test environments Create and maintain Xerox test data and process documentation The role includes all relevant testing types, including (but not limited to); System Testing Integration Testing Performance Testing Regression Testing User Acceptance Testing Report Testing Financial Testing Operational Acceptance / Service Acceptance Testing Cutover / Implementation Testing (inc. zero tests) Required Skills and Experience Knowledge and hands on experience of managing virtualised test environments. Knowledge of MS Azure, SQL server Experience of testing print / testing driver's / print servers / print migration etc Experience of defining/creating test strategies and plans / test scheduling with multiple suppliers Experience of System Integration Testing Excellent written and verbal communication skills as will have to work with project / service delivery / external suppliers / and attend client meetings Excellent MS Excel / MS Word / MS Project skills and can evidence documentation skills Experience of documentation approval processes, review, auditing and sign off through PMO or self managed Experience of testing aligned to multiple towers Desirable - experience of Jira/Zephyr/DevOps testing toolset For more information and immediate consideration please apply directly to this advert
May 03, 2024
Contractor
Role: Test Manager Location: Remote (occasional Travel to Yeovil) Duration: 6 Months Brief The Test Manager will be responsible for our Service Validation & Testing performed during the transition and during the term of Client contracts spanning Managed Print and Content Capture Services, and production print centres. The Account Test Manager function will also provide support for Clients and 3rd party testing resources The Test Manager will be responsible for delivering: Test execution and support of Client and other suppliers testing activities Management and creation of Phased Test plans, e.g CIT, SIT, UAT. Authoring and creation of Test scripts from HLD, LLD and requirements. Xerox Print Service compliance with the Client's Test Strategy Xerox Print Service compliance with the Client's Testing Policies, Processes, Procedures Ensure alignment of all Xerox test processes with the Client's Test Strategy Management and change control of the Xerox Model Office test environments Create and maintain Xerox test data and process documentation The role includes all relevant testing types, including (but not limited to); System Testing Integration Testing Performance Testing Regression Testing User Acceptance Testing Report Testing Financial Testing Operational Acceptance / Service Acceptance Testing Cutover / Implementation Testing (inc. zero tests) Required Skills and Experience Knowledge and hands on experience of managing virtualised test environments. Knowledge of MS Azure, SQL server Experience of testing print / testing driver's / print servers / print migration etc Experience of defining/creating test strategies and plans / test scheduling with multiple suppliers Experience of System Integration Testing Excellent written and verbal communication skills as will have to work with project / service delivery / external suppliers / and attend client meetings Excellent MS Excel / MS Word / MS Project skills and can evidence documentation skills Experience of documentation approval processes, review, auditing and sign off through PMO or self managed Experience of testing aligned to multiple towers Desirable - experience of Jira/Zephyr/DevOps testing toolset For more information and immediate consideration please apply directly to this advert
IT Infrastructure Team Lead Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 per annum Location: London/Hybrid home based, however, travel to site as and when required. My client is a privatley owned insurance business who are recruiting an IT infrastructure Team Lead. they are dedicated to advancing their IT strategy to achieve ultimate system efficiency, reliability, and excellence in end-user experience. They operate within a modern workplace ecosystem, prioritizing best practices and security. the IT infrastructure team lead will be responsible for the day to day managment of a small team whilst still being hands on around the it infrastructure. Responsibilities: Leadership: Lead a team of skilled infrastructure professionals and third-party vendors, overseeing all infrastructure services. Infrastructure Design: Collect and analyze data to design scalable, budget-conscious infrastructure solutions cutting-edge technologies. Security Management: Identify and mitigate potential threats, embed security standards, and ensure compliance. Disaster Recovery: Contribute to detailed disaster recovery planning to ensure efficient backup solutions for all infrastructure elements. Infrastructure Provisioning and Configuration Management: Set up and maintain IT resources, ensuring system consistency through templated/code-based approaches. Infrastructure Monitoring and Logging: Continuously monitor performance and health data across various assets, facilitating proactive issue detection and resolution. Infrastructure Upgrades: Plan and implement software updates, system upgrades, and new elements, acting as a project manager for seamless integration. Acquisition Integrations: Support technical tasks for acquisition integration, ensuring smooth transitions and positive experiences for incoming staff. Documentation and Reporting: Create and update technical documentation, including hardware/software components, performance reports, and problem-solving guidelines. Cross-Team Communication: Translate business requirements into technical implementations, fostering communication between non-tech stakeholders and IT staff. Technical Skills: Proficiency in building and deploying physical, cloud, hybrid, cloud-native, and serverless architectures. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure, Azure Virtual Desktop, and Fortinet Next-Generation Firewalls. Experience with backup management, email technologies, Microsoft Security stack, migration tools, and Microsoft Intune. Broad IT background including Windows operating systems, Active Directory, M365, networks, virtual machines, and DNS. Microsoft certifications: AZ-104 (Microsoft Azure Administrator), AZ-305 (Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure), Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert. Behavioral Skills: Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent project management and coordination abilities. Security-focused with a commitment to best practices. Collaborative mindset, eager to share ideas with the team. Ability to effectively communicate technical information to diverse audiences. Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Willingness to travel to company offices as needed for project work. To discuss this IT infrastructure team lead opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Adam Pettitt, by exploring the VIQU IT Recruitment website. To be the first to hear about other exciting opportunities, technology, and recruitment news, please also follow us at VIQU IT Recruitment on LinkedIn, and
May 03, 2024
Full time
IT Infrastructure Team Lead Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 per annum Location: London/Hybrid home based, however, travel to site as and when required. My client is a privatley owned insurance business who are recruiting an IT infrastructure Team Lead. they are dedicated to advancing their IT strategy to achieve ultimate system efficiency, reliability, and excellence in end-user experience. They operate within a modern workplace ecosystem, prioritizing best practices and security. the IT infrastructure team lead will be responsible for the day to day managment of a small team whilst still being hands on around the it infrastructure. Responsibilities: Leadership: Lead a team of skilled infrastructure professionals and third-party vendors, overseeing all infrastructure services. Infrastructure Design: Collect and analyze data to design scalable, budget-conscious infrastructure solutions cutting-edge technologies. Security Management: Identify and mitigate potential threats, embed security standards, and ensure compliance. Disaster Recovery: Contribute to detailed disaster recovery planning to ensure efficient backup solutions for all infrastructure elements. Infrastructure Provisioning and Configuration Management: Set up and maintain IT resources, ensuring system consistency through templated/code-based approaches. Infrastructure Monitoring and Logging: Continuously monitor performance and health data across various assets, facilitating proactive issue detection and resolution. Infrastructure Upgrades: Plan and implement software updates, system upgrades, and new elements, acting as a project manager for seamless integration. Acquisition Integrations: Support technical tasks for acquisition integration, ensuring smooth transitions and positive experiences for incoming staff. Documentation and Reporting: Create and update technical documentation, including hardware/software components, performance reports, and problem-solving guidelines. Cross-Team Communication: Translate business requirements into technical implementations, fostering communication between non-tech stakeholders and IT staff. Technical Skills: Proficiency in building and deploying physical, cloud, hybrid, cloud-native, and serverless architectures. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure, Azure Virtual Desktop, and Fortinet Next-Generation Firewalls. Experience with backup management, email technologies, Microsoft Security stack, migration tools, and Microsoft Intune. Broad IT background including Windows operating systems, Active Directory, M365, networks, virtual machines, and DNS. Microsoft certifications: AZ-104 (Microsoft Azure Administrator), AZ-305 (Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure), Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert. Behavioral Skills: Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent project management and coordination abilities. Security-focused with a commitment to best practices. Collaborative mindset, eager to share ideas with the team. Ability to effectively communicate technical information to diverse audiences. Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Willingness to travel to company offices as needed for project work. To discuss this IT infrastructure team lead opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Adam Pettitt, by exploring the VIQU IT Recruitment website. To be the first to hear about other exciting opportunities, technology, and recruitment news, please also follow us at VIQU IT Recruitment on LinkedIn, and
You will build and lead a new Digital Testing Centre of Excellence (CoE). This new CoE will define the testing strategies, models and ways of working to ensure that the Digital platforms are supported by robustly tested, resilient technology. Benefits Include Hybrid working (3 days/wk on site) Car / Allowance Bonus Flexible Benefits Scheme This role will play a key role in the wider modernisation of the IT function and as such you will have a strong background in establishing and running digital test functions based on modern technologies and industry best practice and shaping new ways of working supported by automation and tooling to maximise throughput and reliability JOB DESCRIPTION Line management of team members including performance management and the development and retention of the team Resource and recruit a new Digital Test CoE to include capabilities around test management and operation user acceptance testing and end to end testing Create testing strategies, standards, processes, tooling and reference solutions for the engineering and technical work performed in the department in conjunction with the Head of Engineering Identify and engage partners and internal teams with best practise around test strategy and operation, automation testing, incorporation of CI/CD principles, security standards and performance testing. Work with the Senior Digital Support Manager to establish clear processes and strategies for the safe and efficient handover of code from product and project teams into support operations including Operational Acceptance Testing, Work with project and product teams to estimate and resource initiatives and proactively engage to continuously improve operational effectiveness, cost and agility, whilst also removing and mitigating challenges to ensure successful delivery Experience Required: In depth knowledge of testing practice within the Software Delivery Lifecycle, an advocate of Quality Assurance, Continuous Improvement and industry recognised Best Practices Experience of various project development methodologies. Flexibility to work in Agile, waterfall and hybrid environments Understanding of automated quality pipelines and how testing can and should be incorporated Experience of managing third party suppliers to agreed test strategies and have evidence of increasing value received Experience and knowledge of data governance with strong understanding of data dependencies and structures Experience of testing across a range of core technologies Web App Integration's and APIs Customer Data platforms
May 03, 2024
Full time
You will build and lead a new Digital Testing Centre of Excellence (CoE). This new CoE will define the testing strategies, models and ways of working to ensure that the Digital platforms are supported by robustly tested, resilient technology. Benefits Include Hybrid working (3 days/wk on site) Car / Allowance Bonus Flexible Benefits Scheme This role will play a key role in the wider modernisation of the IT function and as such you will have a strong background in establishing and running digital test functions based on modern technologies and industry best practice and shaping new ways of working supported by automation and tooling to maximise throughput and reliability JOB DESCRIPTION Line management of team members including performance management and the development and retention of the team Resource and recruit a new Digital Test CoE to include capabilities around test management and operation user acceptance testing and end to end testing Create testing strategies, standards, processes, tooling and reference solutions for the engineering and technical work performed in the department in conjunction with the Head of Engineering Identify and engage partners and internal teams with best practise around test strategy and operation, automation testing, incorporation of CI/CD principles, security standards and performance testing. Work with the Senior Digital Support Manager to establish clear processes and strategies for the safe and efficient handover of code from product and project teams into support operations including Operational Acceptance Testing, Work with project and product teams to estimate and resource initiatives and proactively engage to continuously improve operational effectiveness, cost and agility, whilst also removing and mitigating challenges to ensure successful delivery Experience Required: In depth knowledge of testing practice within the Software Delivery Lifecycle, an advocate of Quality Assurance, Continuous Improvement and industry recognised Best Practices Experience of various project development methodologies. Flexibility to work in Agile, waterfall and hybrid environments Understanding of automated quality pipelines and how testing can and should be incorporated Experience of managing third party suppliers to agreed test strategies and have evidence of increasing value received Experience and knowledge of data governance with strong understanding of data dependencies and structures Experience of testing across a range of core technologies Web App Integration's and APIs Customer Data platforms
Main Purpose of the Role We have a fantastic opportunity for a Business Intelligence (BI) Developer to join us, based from our Head Office in Doncaster with agile/hybrid working. The successful candidate will work closely with the BI Manager to to deliver and maintain end-to-end business intelligence solutions for Keepmoat., from data ingestion to analysis and visualisation through reports and dashboards that drive insights and improve decision-making across the organisation. Duties will include working with stakeholders to identify and develop solutions to business problems and challenges, translating business needs to technical specifications, as well as the hands-on development of metrics, reports, and dashboards. Responsibilities will also include the maintenance and optimisation of the Power BI service and championing data quality throughout the business. The ideal candidate will have 2-3+ years of proven professional experience in Business Intelligence/Analytics (Power BI). They will have experience with Microsoft BI stack, relational database and SQL experience alongside experience working with ETL and/or data integration tools (preferably Informatica). Experience working in an agile environment (preferably with Azure DevOps) is also essential. Experience within the housebuilding industry, as well as the COINS ERP system and python, would be desirable. Skills, knowledge & experience We are looking for someone who fits with our core values here at Keepmoat; they will be passionate about Business Intelligence and data strategy. They will be collaborative with the ability to work cross functionally to contribute to business goals. They will have the ability to be creative and innovative in their approach and use their business acumen and problem-solving skills . They will use their communication skills in a straightforward way to translate business needs into practical technical specifications Education & qualifications If this sounds like you, please apply now. As the above is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, for more information including a full job description and person specification, please contact us.
May 03, 2024
Full time
Main Purpose of the Role We have a fantastic opportunity for a Business Intelligence (BI) Developer to join us, based from our Head Office in Doncaster with agile/hybrid working. The successful candidate will work closely with the BI Manager to to deliver and maintain end-to-end business intelligence solutions for Keepmoat., from data ingestion to analysis and visualisation through reports and dashboards that drive insights and improve decision-making across the organisation. Duties will include working with stakeholders to identify and develop solutions to business problems and challenges, translating business needs to technical specifications, as well as the hands-on development of metrics, reports, and dashboards. Responsibilities will also include the maintenance and optimisation of the Power BI service and championing data quality throughout the business. The ideal candidate will have 2-3+ years of proven professional experience in Business Intelligence/Analytics (Power BI). They will have experience with Microsoft BI stack, relational database and SQL experience alongside experience working with ETL and/or data integration tools (preferably Informatica). Experience working in an agile environment (preferably with Azure DevOps) is also essential. Experience within the housebuilding industry, as well as the COINS ERP system and python, would be desirable. Skills, knowledge & experience We are looking for someone who fits with our core values here at Keepmoat; they will be passionate about Business Intelligence and data strategy. They will be collaborative with the ability to work cross functionally to contribute to business goals. They will have the ability to be creative and innovative in their approach and use their business acumen and problem-solving skills . They will use their communication skills in a straightforward way to translate business needs into practical technical specifications Education & qualifications If this sounds like you, please apply now. As the above is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, for more information including a full job description and person specification, please contact us.
Would you like to work for one of the top hedge funds in the world? Would you like to work in a role that will directly impact their trading strategy success? Are you looking for a role that will compensate you exceptionally well and also offer you a chance to work in a highly motivated and smart team of engineers? You'll work as a Senior Java Developer building a data and analytics platform that's used by the hedge fund's trading desks. You'll join at a time where the fund are diversifying into new markets and therefore you'll play a crucial part in all aspects of the developement of new features and maintainance of their existing capabilities. You'll work extremely closely with Portfolio Managers / Quants - You'll work with them to understand exactly what they need from the data and work fully end to end to create solutions that present data in a way that can be consumed effectively by them. Experience Required Java Database technologies such as Oracle, SQL Server, MongoDB or others. API Development / Integrations Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Compensation: Salary: £75,000 - £90,000 + strong bonus/benefits Location: Glasgow City Centre (Hybrid)
May 03, 2024
Full time
Would you like to work for one of the top hedge funds in the world? Would you like to work in a role that will directly impact their trading strategy success? Are you looking for a role that will compensate you exceptionally well and also offer you a chance to work in a highly motivated and smart team of engineers? You'll work as a Senior Java Developer building a data and analytics platform that's used by the hedge fund's trading desks. You'll join at a time where the fund are diversifying into new markets and therefore you'll play a crucial part in all aspects of the developement of new features and maintainance of their existing capabilities. You'll work extremely closely with Portfolio Managers / Quants - You'll work with them to understand exactly what they need from the data and work fully end to end to create solutions that present data in a way that can be consumed effectively by them. Experience Required Java Database technologies such as Oracle, SQL Server, MongoDB or others. API Development / Integrations Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Compensation: Salary: £75,000 - £90,000 + strong bonus/benefits Location: Glasgow City Centre (Hybrid)