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.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you passionate about protecting Cyber Security?
Do you want to make a real difference in the fight against cybercrime in local government?
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community?
If so, we want you to join our team!
We seek a highly motivated and experienced Cyber Security & Networks Manager to join our team. Stevenage Borough Council are a leading local authority in Cyber Security in the UK and pilot cyber security standards for The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC). This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of Cyber Security in the public sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cyber security principles and associated technology risk management. They will also have experience in managing and leading a team of IT professionals.
Accountable for Cyber security, you will identify and ensure the security of the council’s IT Applications and Digital Solutions. You will lead in evaluating new and existing projects, software and hardware products, and vendors, including examining vendor contracts and terms of service. You will support teams across the council to develop their understanding of security cyber risks. You will manage a small team of two Senior Network and Security Engineers
You will take the lead on cyber security and network for the Shared IT service, which supports over 1,000 users across Stevenage Borough Council and East Herts District Council and will put in place controls over security systems, such as firewalls, data protection controls, patching, encryption, vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.
You will be responsible for achieving compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus, Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) and Public Sector Network (PSN) and related government frameworks, including those of the National Cyber Security Centre, the Information Commissioners Office (ICO)
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will have
Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and make sound decisions in emergency situations while empathising with customers and responding sympathetically to
Extensive knowledge of all IT security aspects, including audit response, oversight, and scrutiny, ICO responses, Information Governance, Information Assurance, IT Asset Management policies, Quality Assurance, Test Strategies, PSN and PCI and other relevant compliance frameworks, Disaster recovery and Business continuity
Extensive experience working as part of a multidiscipline ICT team in a complex organisation, ideally a local authority.
OUR BENEFITS
Pension Scheme: We offer a career average pension scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pensions for dependants
Flexible working: available upon request, subject to operational requirements
Part-time and job share opportunities - all our full time vacancies are open to job share unless otherwise stated
A variety of different types of paid leave covering emergency and planned leave, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave
25 days holiday rising to 31 days (depending on Local Government service)
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family, and relationship issues
Discounted health and fitness membership
Trade Unions: For a small fee, all employees have the opportunity to join a Trade Union
HOW TO APPLY
All applications must be made on online - please visit https://bit.ly/45Yo0Ke
For an informal discussion about this role please contact
Name Matt Canterford
Job Title Assistant Director and Chief Technology Officer
Phone Number 07706 349657
Email matt.canterford@stevenage.gov.uk
Closing date for receipt of applications : 26 June 2023
Interviews will be held the week commencing: 3 July 2023
Please note that if we receive a large volume of applications for this role, we reserve the right to close this vacancy ahead of the published closing date
Stevenage Borough Council (SBC) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers and recruitment candidates to share this commitment. SBC shall take all reasonable steps to employ staff who are safe to work with children, young people and vulnerable adults. For posts identified with regular contact with these groups applicants will be required to undertake a Value Based Interview. The council supports the legislative requirements for employing and maintaining safer staff and the guidance specified by Hertfordshire Safeguarding Adults Board
Stevenage Borough Council is committed to Equal Opportunities for All. For further information please click https://www.stevenage.gov.uk/about-the-council/jobs-and-careers/equal-opportunities
Jun 05, 2023
Full time
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you passionate about protecting Cyber Security?
Do you want to make a real difference in the fight against cybercrime in local government?
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community?
If so, we want you to join our team!
We seek a highly motivated and experienced Cyber Security & Networks Manager to join our team. Stevenage Borough Council are a leading local authority in Cyber Security in the UK and pilot cyber security standards for The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC). This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of Cyber Security in the public sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cyber security principles and associated technology risk management. They will also have experience in managing and leading a team of IT professionals.
Accountable for Cyber security, you will identify and ensure the security of the council’s IT Applications and Digital Solutions. You will lead in evaluating new and existing projects, software and hardware products, and vendors, including examining vendor contracts and terms of service. You will support teams across the council to develop their understanding of security cyber risks. You will manage a small team of two Senior Network and Security Engineers
You will take the lead on cyber security and network for the Shared IT service, which supports over 1,000 users across Stevenage Borough Council and East Herts District Council and will put in place controls over security systems, such as firewalls, data protection controls, patching, encryption, vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.
You will be responsible for achieving compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus, Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) and Public Sector Network (PSN) and related government frameworks, including those of the National Cyber Security Centre, the Information Commissioners Office (ICO)
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will have
Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and make sound decisions in emergency situations while empathising with customers and responding sympathetically to
Extensive knowledge of all IT security aspects, including audit response, oversight, and scrutiny, ICO responses, Information Governance, Information Assurance, IT Asset Management policies, Quality Assurance, Test Strategies, PSN and PCI and other relevant compliance frameworks, Disaster recovery and Business continuity
Extensive experience working as part of a multidiscipline ICT team in a complex organisation, ideally a local authority.
OUR BENEFITS
Pension Scheme: We offer a career average pension scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pensions for dependants
Flexible working: available upon request, subject to operational requirements
Part-time and job share opportunities - all our full time vacancies are open to job share unless otherwise stated
A variety of different types of paid leave covering emergency and planned leave, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave
25 days holiday rising to 31 days (depending on Local Government service)
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family, and relationship issues
Discounted health and fitness membership
Trade Unions: For a small fee, all employees have the opportunity to join a Trade Union
HOW TO APPLY
All applications must be made on online - please visit https://bit.ly/45Yo0Ke
For an informal discussion about this role please contact
Name Matt Canterford
Job Title Assistant Director and Chief Technology Officer
Phone Number 07706 349657
Email matt.canterford@stevenage.gov.uk
Closing date for receipt of applications : 26 June 2023
Interviews will be held the week commencing: 3 July 2023
Please note that if we receive a large volume of applications for this role, we reserve the right to close this vacancy ahead of the published closing date
Stevenage Borough Council (SBC) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers and recruitment candidates to share this commitment. SBC shall take all reasonable steps to employ staff who are safe to work with children, young people and vulnerable adults. For posts identified with regular contact with these groups applicants will be required to undertake a Value Based Interview. The council supports the legislative requirements for employing and maintaining safer staff and the guidance specified by Hertfordshire Safeguarding Adults Board
Stevenage Borough Council is committed to Equal Opportunities for All. For further information please click https://www.stevenage.gov.uk/about-the-council/jobs-and-careers/equal-opportunities
ABOUT US The Woodland Trust is the UK’s leading woodland conservation charity. We want to see a world where trees and woods thrive for people and nature. The Trust engages and inspires people to make their difference tackling the nature and climate crisis helping protect, restore and create our vital woods and trees.
THE ROLE The Chief Technology Officer will lead the Digital Enablement team, responsible for the planning and delivery of our long-term technology strategy, which underpins delivery of the Trust’s broader strategic goals. You’ll be in the driving seat of our digital transformation through Microsoft Dynamics, Dataverse and beyond, and you’ll manage our technology operations and projects, mitigating risks and managing budgets, while looking for opportunities to improve what we do through technical solutions.
THE CANDIDATE With substantial experience of creating a high-performance culture that drives delivery whilst building collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement, you’ll be an inspirational and compelling expert, with experience of leading change and transformation and an understanding of digital trends and technologies, and how these might relate to the Woodland Trust’s work and vision
You’ll be an experienced Enterprise Architect, able to support, coach, mentor and develop teams to embrace new ways of working and the adoption of new technologies. You’ll have detailed knowledge and hands on experience with the Microsoft Cloud Ecosystem, agile product development, and experience in driving innovation in partnership with internal colleagues and external consultants.
Our Organisational Nature enables us to better understand what it means to be part of the Woodland Trust, empowering us to make an impact, every day. We want you to be able to role model our values; ‘Grow Together’, ‘Focus’, ‘Explore’ and ‘Make it Count’ to ensure each of us plays our part in helping to protect, restore and create our woods and trees.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT There’s no other organisation like the Woodland Trust. Joining the team you will be making your contribution to tackling the nature and climate crisis. In return, we recognise and value our people. You'll have our full support, training and opportunities for professional development, along with a contributory pension, life assurance, good holiday allowance and the opportunity to work flexibly from home.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION At the Woodland Trust, we want to reflect and represent the full richness of diversity in the UK. Fewer of our employees are Black, Asian or minority ethnic; disabled; from lower socio-economic backgrounds or under 25; so we are particularly keen to receive your application if you are from one or more of these groups. We can also discuss anything you may need to achieve your full potential at any stage of the process. We assess your application solely on your demonstrated suitability for the job. Nothing else.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. If you are interested, we'd encourage you to submit your application as early as possible
Jun 05, 2023
Full time
ABOUT US The Woodland Trust is the UK’s leading woodland conservation charity. We want to see a world where trees and woods thrive for people and nature. The Trust engages and inspires people to make their difference tackling the nature and climate crisis helping protect, restore and create our vital woods and trees.
THE ROLE The Chief Technology Officer will lead the Digital Enablement team, responsible for the planning and delivery of our long-term technology strategy, which underpins delivery of the Trust’s broader strategic goals. You’ll be in the driving seat of our digital transformation through Microsoft Dynamics, Dataverse and beyond, and you’ll manage our technology operations and projects, mitigating risks and managing budgets, while looking for opportunities to improve what we do through technical solutions.
THE CANDIDATE With substantial experience of creating a high-performance culture that drives delivery whilst building collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement, you’ll be an inspirational and compelling expert, with experience of leading change and transformation and an understanding of digital trends and technologies, and how these might relate to the Woodland Trust’s work and vision
You’ll be an experienced Enterprise Architect, able to support, coach, mentor and develop teams to embrace new ways of working and the adoption of new technologies. You’ll have detailed knowledge and hands on experience with the Microsoft Cloud Ecosystem, agile product development, and experience in driving innovation in partnership with internal colleagues and external consultants.
Our Organisational Nature enables us to better understand what it means to be part of the Woodland Trust, empowering us to make an impact, every day. We want you to be able to role model our values; ‘Grow Together’, ‘Focus’, ‘Explore’ and ‘Make it Count’ to ensure each of us plays our part in helping to protect, restore and create our woods and trees.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT There’s no other organisation like the Woodland Trust. Joining the team you will be making your contribution to tackling the nature and climate crisis. In return, we recognise and value our people. You'll have our full support, training and opportunities for professional development, along with a contributory pension, life assurance, good holiday allowance and the opportunity to work flexibly from home.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION At the Woodland Trust, we want to reflect and represent the full richness of diversity in the UK. Fewer of our employees are Black, Asian or minority ethnic; disabled; from lower socio-economic backgrounds or under 25; so we are particularly keen to receive your application if you are from one or more of these groups. We can also discuss anything you may need to achieve your full potential at any stage of the process. We assess your application solely on your demonstrated suitability for the job. Nothing else.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. If you are interested, we'd encourage you to submit your application as early as possible
Overview: We are looking for an ambitious and energetic Business Development Manager in order to grow our UK Business by promoting our (SaaS) products to generate sales.
Location: Remote with travel to clients locations and in person meetings (if required)
Hours: 40 Hours a week, Flexible schedule
Reporting to : Chief Operation Officer
Number of Positions: 4
This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary and high OTE potential (details below)
Employer Profile:
Osmosys is a client centric IT services company that focuses on delivering innovative and tangible solutions that add value to our clients’ business. Established in 2004, Osmosys has supported a wide variety of Clients globally. As a Microsoft Gold Partner and with 125+ skilled employees, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional consultancy and customer service to ensure that we scope and design solutions that will add tangible benefits to our clients’ business both in the short and long-term.
Working with our Business Partners, we have expanded into new countries and regions around the world, delivering solutions for a variety of real world and business challenges.
We are now looking to expand our presence in the UK and are looking for a Sales and Business Development professional to join our team.
Job Purpose:
With a chance to join a company experiencing Phenomenal Growth and Success, the BDM will focus on selling our software solutions and ensure prospects are aware of the USPs, added value and benefits of choosing Osmosys.
The focus will be to sell our mobile/SaaS-based product, www.incidentreporter365.com and it’s variants across various industries, including, but not limited to, warehouses, packaging, food, property management, recycling, manufacturing, social care in the UK market.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for the end-to-end sales process, from prospecting and giving demonstrations to negotiating and closing with a focus on, but not limited to:
This is a new business hunting role. There are no account management duties for this role
Helping to progress deals through the sales pipeline to closure
Setting up and running sales campaigns to target prospects
Working with marketing to create or update relevant content assets as needed
Keeping records of subscriptions to help with billing, invoicing and renewals
Researching specific target markets, verticals and companies to identify prospects
Achieving goals and revenue targets, with the vision to see growth opportunities
Limited travel to meet prospects, although mainly video calling in the current environment
Work with offering managers to expand the brand/product into new markets
Form strong relationships with key customers, and Identify areas of growth for SaaS and assigned products sets
Prepare and promote sales briefings and presentations for SaaS and assigned products
Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events to showcase our products
Support NPI launches relevant to our product offerings
Maintain a close and regular view of market conditions for the brand/product
Any other reasonable duties that may be required.
Essential Candidate Requirements:
Experience in product selling, marketing, or related fields
Strong selling skills with a high level of personal belief and passion
Good planning, organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure and against tight timelines
Ability to flourish with minimal guidance, be proactive and handle uncertainties
Ability to leverage digital marketing channels to increase product awareness
Timely production of regular and ad hoc sales reports, keeping up to date with market changes, developments, new products and competitor awareness
Completion of customer activities and the updating of sales pipeline using the Osmosys CRM system
Experience of and gravitas consistent with selling to decision makers
Experience and knowledge in working with software solutions, added value services, managed services with a consultative approach
Must be highly organised and able to manage multiple projects at once
Candidate must have strong presentation and writing skills in addition to ideally having technical knowledge
Must have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, CRM systems and Sales order processes
Able to build relationships, understand client needs and provide a solution
Can provide a detailed overview of targets hit, achievements, KPIs and breakdown of responsibilities
Desired Skills, Experience & Qualifications:
Business development experience with remote working capabilities
A degree in a relevant field is preferred but not essential
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment where flexibility is essential
Enjoys taking the initiative while seeking advice and support where appropriate
Must be a self-starter, with a genuine drive to achieve/exceed targets and expectations
Actively seeks out continuous self-development, broadening knowledge and experience
Experience within Health and Safety and/or Manufacturing environments is an added bonus
We Offer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
A culture that fosters inclusion, diversity and innovation
Company Laptop and Phone
If this is your dream role, then we'd love to hear from you.
Compensation Structure:
This role comes with a competitive basic annual salary in the range of £ 32000 – £ 45000 (depending on experience).
Additional pay: Attractive, uncapped commission structure designed to deliver on-target earnings (OTE)
Bonus scheme
Commission pay (uncapped)
Performance bonus
Yearly bonus
Commission details will be shared during the interview process
Benefits:
Other benefits include:
Four weeks' annual leave (plus bank holidays)
Company pension
Flexible schedule
Referral programme
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May 09, 2022
Full time
Overview: We are looking for an ambitious and energetic Business Development Manager in order to grow our UK Business by promoting our (SaaS) products to generate sales.
Location: Remote with travel to clients locations and in person meetings (if required)
Hours: 40 Hours a week, Flexible schedule
Reporting to : Chief Operation Officer
Number of Positions: 4
This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary and high OTE potential (details below)
Employer Profile:
Osmosys is a client centric IT services company that focuses on delivering innovative and tangible solutions that add value to our clients’ business. Established in 2004, Osmosys has supported a wide variety of Clients globally. As a Microsoft Gold Partner and with 125+ skilled employees, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional consultancy and customer service to ensure that we scope and design solutions that will add tangible benefits to our clients’ business both in the short and long-term.
Working with our Business Partners, we have expanded into new countries and regions around the world, delivering solutions for a variety of real world and business challenges.
We are now looking to expand our presence in the UK and are looking for a Sales and Business Development professional to join our team.
Job Purpose:
With a chance to join a company experiencing Phenomenal Growth and Success, the BDM will focus on selling our software solutions and ensure prospects are aware of the USPs, added value and benefits of choosing Osmosys.
The focus will be to sell our mobile/SaaS-based product, www.incidentreporter365.com and it’s variants across various industries, including, but not limited to, warehouses, packaging, food, property management, recycling, manufacturing, social care in the UK market.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for the end-to-end sales process, from prospecting and giving demonstrations to negotiating and closing with a focus on, but not limited to:
This is a new business hunting role. There are no account management duties for this role
Helping to progress deals through the sales pipeline to closure
Setting up and running sales campaigns to target prospects
Working with marketing to create or update relevant content assets as needed
Keeping records of subscriptions to help with billing, invoicing and renewals
Researching specific target markets, verticals and companies to identify prospects
Achieving goals and revenue targets, with the vision to see growth opportunities
Limited travel to meet prospects, although mainly video calling in the current environment
Work with offering managers to expand the brand/product into new markets
Form strong relationships with key customers, and Identify areas of growth for SaaS and assigned products sets
Prepare and promote sales briefings and presentations for SaaS and assigned products
Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events to showcase our products
Support NPI launches relevant to our product offerings
Maintain a close and regular view of market conditions for the brand/product
Any other reasonable duties that may be required.
Essential Candidate Requirements:
Experience in product selling, marketing, or related fields
Strong selling skills with a high level of personal belief and passion
Good planning, organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure and against tight timelines
Ability to flourish with minimal guidance, be proactive and handle uncertainties
Ability to leverage digital marketing channels to increase product awareness
Timely production of regular and ad hoc sales reports, keeping up to date with market changes, developments, new products and competitor awareness
Completion of customer activities and the updating of sales pipeline using the Osmosys CRM system
Experience of and gravitas consistent with selling to decision makers
Experience and knowledge in working with software solutions, added value services, managed services with a consultative approach
Must be highly organised and able to manage multiple projects at once
Candidate must have strong presentation and writing skills in addition to ideally having technical knowledge
Must have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, CRM systems and Sales order processes
Able to build relationships, understand client needs and provide a solution
Can provide a detailed overview of targets hit, achievements, KPIs and breakdown of responsibilities
Desired Skills, Experience & Qualifications:
Business development experience with remote working capabilities
A degree in a relevant field is preferred but not essential
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment where flexibility is essential
Enjoys taking the initiative while seeking advice and support where appropriate
Must be a self-starter, with a genuine drive to achieve/exceed targets and expectations
Actively seeks out continuous self-development, broadening knowledge and experience
Experience within Health and Safety and/or Manufacturing environments is an added bonus
We Offer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
A culture that fosters inclusion, diversity and innovation
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If this is your dream role, then we'd love to hear from you.
Compensation Structure:
This role comes with a competitive basic annual salary in the range of £ 32000 – £ 45000 (depending on experience).
Additional pay: Attractive, uncapped commission structure designed to deliver on-target earnings (OTE)
Bonus scheme
Commission pay (uncapped)
Performance bonus
Yearly bonus
Commission details will be shared during the interview process
Benefits:
Other benefits include:
Four weeks' annual leave (plus bank holidays)
Company pension
Flexible schedule
Referral programme
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Communications and Campaigns Officer Communications and Campaigns Job Type : Fixed Term 1 Year Contract Location: Ealing Salary: £49,083 - £51,093 per annum The Role The Council's communications team is undergoing some exciting changes. They are looking for people to help us lead this change. They're looking for 2 Communications and Campaigns Officers who are passionate about their work and have a track record in delivering high quality and truly engaging campaign content. This is a unique opportunity to help present and influence the council's voice and presence through content tailored to a variety of channels and audiences to support the delivery of Ealing Council's Council Plan. One role is to support the council's active travel programme following an unprecedented investment of £28million, and the other is to help promote the decent living incomes agenda - publicising jobs, learning, and skills opportunities and achievements, and informing residents about the council's exciting economic regen plans. Key Responsibilities Deliver first class communications campaigns and activities which reinforce the council's organisational narrative, and ensures that residents, businesses, partners, and other stakeholders are fully informed about the council, its priorities, its services, and its values. Support staff across the organisation and councillors to protect and enhance the reputation of the council, explaining council policy and decision-making accessibly to a wide range of diverse communities and audiences. Working closely with colleagues in the wider communications service, design and deliver strategic communications campaigns that are strategically aligned to the council's policy priorities and services which support the aims of the Council Plan; and which are shaped by audience and community insight and are properly evaluated. Successfully pitch campaigns alongside the Assistant Director for Communications and Public Relations and Communications and Campaigns Managers to Cabinet councillors and Strategic Directors / DMTs to gain feedback and buy-in and ensure all communications and campaigns are delivered on time, to budget and to the client's satisfaction. Regularly evaluate and report on outcomes to the Communications and Campaigns Manager and provide content for progress presentations to councillors and Strategic Directors demonstrating how campaigns are helping the council to meet its strategic objectives. Develop strong working relationships with colleagues across the organisation when planning and delivering communications campaigns and strategies. Working closely with colleagues in the wider communications service, provide a reactive communications and public relations service for the organisation providing advice and guidance to colleagues and councillors on how best to use the communications functions (ie media) and make recommendations on strategic communications on difficult / sensitive and crisis issues that affect the reputation of the council. Write and edit high-quality, accessible and engaging copy within tight deadlines for a wide range of audiences and mediums / channels / platforms (e.g. posters, fliers, letters, speeches, web copy) Create or commission high quality content and communication assets, ensuring that all council communications content and assets are inclusive, accessible and demonstrate cultural awareness of the diverse communities who live and work in the borough. Through targeted work, use communications and engagement activity to help tackle inequalities. Work collaboratively and promote and communicate the work of the Communications Team and its projects internally and externally, sharing ideas and best practice. Manage workload and priorities effectively, ensuring work programmes are updated frequently to enable an effective agile work model and update the Communications Grid and or other planning tool. Skills and Qualifications An understanding of the issues facing local government, including an understanding of the law as it applies to local government communications. Ability to draft and deliver creative, accessible, and holistic communications campaigns working to the OASIS campaign model. Well developed IT and digital skills; Microsoft Office, content management systems, Sharepoint and packages such as Adobe as well as an understanding of publishing content (print and web), digital media, social media and video production. Ability to be outcome focused in all campaign work working with colleagues across the council to build in effective evaluation techniques and tools. Excellent communications skills, both oral and in writing, including presentation skills with an eye for detail, for writing and producing creative content, excellent copywriting and editorial skills. Excellent inter-personal skills with the ability to form and maintain productive, professional working relationships and the ability to influence a diverse range of individuals, groups and external partners. Ability to work to the highest standards, demonstrating resilience to pressure and always retaining professionalism. Ability work with minimum supervision and with good initiative. If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable council, please click apply to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application.
May 13, 2024
Full time
Communications and Campaigns Officer Communications and Campaigns Job Type : Fixed Term 1 Year Contract Location: Ealing Salary: £49,083 - £51,093 per annum The Role The Council's communications team is undergoing some exciting changes. They are looking for people to help us lead this change. They're looking for 2 Communications and Campaigns Officers who are passionate about their work and have a track record in delivering high quality and truly engaging campaign content. This is a unique opportunity to help present and influence the council's voice and presence through content tailored to a variety of channels and audiences to support the delivery of Ealing Council's Council Plan. One role is to support the council's active travel programme following an unprecedented investment of £28million, and the other is to help promote the decent living incomes agenda - publicising jobs, learning, and skills opportunities and achievements, and informing residents about the council's exciting economic regen plans. Key Responsibilities Deliver first class communications campaigns and activities which reinforce the council's organisational narrative, and ensures that residents, businesses, partners, and other stakeholders are fully informed about the council, its priorities, its services, and its values. Support staff across the organisation and councillors to protect and enhance the reputation of the council, explaining council policy and decision-making accessibly to a wide range of diverse communities and audiences. Working closely with colleagues in the wider communications service, design and deliver strategic communications campaigns that are strategically aligned to the council's policy priorities and services which support the aims of the Council Plan; and which are shaped by audience and community insight and are properly evaluated. Successfully pitch campaigns alongside the Assistant Director for Communications and Public Relations and Communications and Campaigns Managers to Cabinet councillors and Strategic Directors / DMTs to gain feedback and buy-in and ensure all communications and campaigns are delivered on time, to budget and to the client's satisfaction. Regularly evaluate and report on outcomes to the Communications and Campaigns Manager and provide content for progress presentations to councillors and Strategic Directors demonstrating how campaigns are helping the council to meet its strategic objectives. Develop strong working relationships with colleagues across the organisation when planning and delivering communications campaigns and strategies. Working closely with colleagues in the wider communications service, provide a reactive communications and public relations service for the organisation providing advice and guidance to colleagues and councillors on how best to use the communications functions (ie media) and make recommendations on strategic communications on difficult / sensitive and crisis issues that affect the reputation of the council. Write and edit high-quality, accessible and engaging copy within tight deadlines for a wide range of audiences and mediums / channels / platforms (e.g. posters, fliers, letters, speeches, web copy) Create or commission high quality content and communication assets, ensuring that all council communications content and assets are inclusive, accessible and demonstrate cultural awareness of the diverse communities who live and work in the borough. Through targeted work, use communications and engagement activity to help tackle inequalities. Work collaboratively and promote and communicate the work of the Communications Team and its projects internally and externally, sharing ideas and best practice. Manage workload and priorities effectively, ensuring work programmes are updated frequently to enable an effective agile work model and update the Communications Grid and or other planning tool. Skills and Qualifications An understanding of the issues facing local government, including an understanding of the law as it applies to local government communications. Ability to draft and deliver creative, accessible, and holistic communications campaigns working to the OASIS campaign model. Well developed IT and digital skills; Microsoft Office, content management systems, Sharepoint and packages such as Adobe as well as an understanding of publishing content (print and web), digital media, social media and video production. Ability to be outcome focused in all campaign work working with colleagues across the council to build in effective evaluation techniques and tools. Excellent communications skills, both oral and in writing, including presentation skills with an eye for detail, for writing and producing creative content, excellent copywriting and editorial skills. Excellent inter-personal skills with the ability to form and maintain productive, professional working relationships and the ability to influence a diverse range of individuals, groups and external partners. Ability to work to the highest standards, demonstrating resilience to pressure and always retaining professionalism. Ability work with minimum supervision and with good initiative. If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable council, please click apply to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application.
The Electoral Commission have an exciting opportunity for a Digital Communications Officer to join their team. Location: London, UK (Hybrid) Salary: Based in London office £32,900 per annum / Outside London office £29,954 per annum Job Type: Full -Time, Fixed Term Contract until the end of May 2026 Close Date: 22nd of May 2024 at 23:59 About Us: The Electoral Commission is the independent body which oversees elections and regulates political finance in the UK. It works to promote public confidence in the democratic process and to ensure its integrity. Digital Communications Officer - The Role: We are looking for a digital communications professional to join our Digital Communications and Voter Engagement team. You will be part of a truly collaborative team who put the needs of voters at the heart of their work. This is a hybrid role, working 2 days a week from the office (London, Cardiff, Belfast or Edinburgh offices) and 3 days a week from home. However, we are also open to applications from remote workers who are not based near any of our offices. Digital Communications Officer - Key Responsibilities: - Supporting teams across the organisation with digital communications projects, including website improvements and launching new sections - Creating and updating website content using our content management system - Creating social media content plans, copy and graphics - Using tools such as Google Analytics to report on content performance - Working with teams across the organisation on day to day content management Digital Communications Officer - You: - Experience working in a digital communications role or equivalent - Experience creating digital content for websites and social channels, prioritizing a user-first approach - Proactive, enthusiastic, and confident in managing projects independently - Comfortable collaborating with various teams and handling conflicting priorities - Strong written and verbal communication skills with an eye for detail - Ability to make sense of complex information and exercise sound judgment - Creative problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role Digital Communications Officer - Benefits: - Benenden Health Care services (health care provision for all staff from day 1 of employment, Services include 24-hour GP access, support services and more) - Civil Service Pension Scheme - Interest-free season ticket loan (after 2 months service) - Generous holiday entitlement of 27.5 days (full time employee) plus public holidays, rising with length of service to 30 days - Enhanced Family Friendly provisions (for maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, and adoption) - Flexible, hybrid working (2 days per week in one of our offices) - Cycle to Work Scheme (salary sacrifice scheme) - Reward voucher schemes (via nomination) Application Process: We want to attract the broadest range of talented people who are passionate about democracy. The more diverse our workforce, the better we can adapt to and reflect the needs of society. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and as a staff member you will become part of an inclusive culture, where you will have the opportunity to achieve your full potential and enhance your career through learning and development. We may use video conferencing tools for the interviews. We will confirm details with shortlisted candidates. To submit your application for this exciting Digital Communications Officer opportunity, please click 'Apply' now. The closing date for applications is the 22nd May 2024 at 23:59. Interviews are provisionally set for the week commencing 27th May 2024.
May 12, 2024
Full time
The Electoral Commission have an exciting opportunity for a Digital Communications Officer to join their team. Location: London, UK (Hybrid) Salary: Based in London office £32,900 per annum / Outside London office £29,954 per annum Job Type: Full -Time, Fixed Term Contract until the end of May 2026 Close Date: 22nd of May 2024 at 23:59 About Us: The Electoral Commission is the independent body which oversees elections and regulates political finance in the UK. It works to promote public confidence in the democratic process and to ensure its integrity. Digital Communications Officer - The Role: We are looking for a digital communications professional to join our Digital Communications and Voter Engagement team. You will be part of a truly collaborative team who put the needs of voters at the heart of their work. This is a hybrid role, working 2 days a week from the office (London, Cardiff, Belfast or Edinburgh offices) and 3 days a week from home. However, we are also open to applications from remote workers who are not based near any of our offices. Digital Communications Officer - Key Responsibilities: - Supporting teams across the organisation with digital communications projects, including website improvements and launching new sections - Creating and updating website content using our content management system - Creating social media content plans, copy and graphics - Using tools such as Google Analytics to report on content performance - Working with teams across the organisation on day to day content management Digital Communications Officer - You: - Experience working in a digital communications role or equivalent - Experience creating digital content for websites and social channels, prioritizing a user-first approach - Proactive, enthusiastic, and confident in managing projects independently - Comfortable collaborating with various teams and handling conflicting priorities - Strong written and verbal communication skills with an eye for detail - Ability to make sense of complex information and exercise sound judgment - Creative problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role Digital Communications Officer - Benefits: - Benenden Health Care services (health care provision for all staff from day 1 of employment, Services include 24-hour GP access, support services and more) - Civil Service Pension Scheme - Interest-free season ticket loan (after 2 months service) - Generous holiday entitlement of 27.5 days (full time employee) plus public holidays, rising with length of service to 30 days - Enhanced Family Friendly provisions (for maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, and adoption) - Flexible, hybrid working (2 days per week in one of our offices) - Cycle to Work Scheme (salary sacrifice scheme) - Reward voucher schemes (via nomination) Application Process: We want to attract the broadest range of talented people who are passionate about democracy. The more diverse our workforce, the better we can adapt to and reflect the needs of society. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and as a staff member you will become part of an inclusive culture, where you will have the opportunity to achieve your full potential and enhance your career through learning and development. We may use video conferencing tools for the interviews. We will confirm details with shortlisted candidates. To submit your application for this exciting Digital Communications Officer opportunity, please click 'Apply' now. The closing date for applications is the 22nd May 2024 at 23:59. Interviews are provisionally set for the week commencing 27th May 2024.
Job Purpose Reporting directly to the IT Infrastructure Services Manager, the Project Manager will have responsibility for this specific short-term project plan, to consult on, design and coordinate the implementation of facilities available within the Microsoft 365 suite of products and associated technologies. In addition, the post holder will develop and coordinate workflow processes and templates in relation to policies that are required within Microsoft 365 and associated technologies to ensure compliance with Data Protection and the IT Security Policies. Principal Accountabilities In consultation with the appropriate manager and project board, define the scope of the project. Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project. Develop a schedule and work flows for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities and review with senior management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required. The post holder will be assigned project support staff during the lifetime of the project and will be responsible to allocate, review and check the quality of specific pieces of work undertaken by them. The post holder will be responsible for determining and implementing workflow, procedure and testing for Microsoft 365 for use by IT Services and the organisation. The key steps in each workflow will be determined by the post holder in consultation with the relevant IT specialist. Implement the project according to the project plan. Develop forms and records to document project activities and set up files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented and secured and develop a comprehensive User Guide as part of the ongoing support for the system and users. Monitor the progress of the project and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project. Establish a communication schedule to update the project board and Service Manager including and appropriate staff in the organisation on the progress of the project including written (monthly) reports for management. Review the quality of the work completed with the project board on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards. Ensure that the project deliverables are on time and at the required level of quality. Evaluate the outcomes of the project as established during the planning phase Academic/ Professional Qualification Educated to HND/or Degree level in a relevant discipline or proven relevant experience Relevant qualification in Project or Delivery Management or proven experience in implementing change projects Relevant business process design and / or user centred-design accreditation Knowledge and Experience Experience of writing plans, reports and procedures, delivering presentations and facilitating workshops Delivery management and organisational skills - a clear understanding of the requirements and tools needed to manage projects and delivery Demonstrable transformational change skills - experience working on, and implementing change projects Ability to demonstrate a problem solving and system thinking approach. Confidence working with complex data and systems Data analysis and interpretation - ability to analyse data in order to identify trends, patterns and suggest solutions for service improvements Confident in the use of a range of IT software including Microsoft tools and applications Experience of engaging with internal and external stakeholders, negotiating and influencing Experience using specialist business applications such as Microsoft 365 and Associated Technologies Skills Welsh Language Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to negotiate and influence and to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels Ability to turn complex concepts into simple language, providing information and advice in a clear and concise manner Ability to challenge existing ways of working in an unbiased and non-judgemental manner
May 12, 2024
Full time
Job Purpose Reporting directly to the IT Infrastructure Services Manager, the Project Manager will have responsibility for this specific short-term project plan, to consult on, design and coordinate the implementation of facilities available within the Microsoft 365 suite of products and associated technologies. In addition, the post holder will develop and coordinate workflow processes and templates in relation to policies that are required within Microsoft 365 and associated technologies to ensure compliance with Data Protection and the IT Security Policies. Principal Accountabilities In consultation with the appropriate manager and project board, define the scope of the project. Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project. Develop a schedule and work flows for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities and review with senior management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required. The post holder will be assigned project support staff during the lifetime of the project and will be responsible to allocate, review and check the quality of specific pieces of work undertaken by them. The post holder will be responsible for determining and implementing workflow, procedure and testing for Microsoft 365 for use by IT Services and the organisation. The key steps in each workflow will be determined by the post holder in consultation with the relevant IT specialist. Implement the project according to the project plan. Develop forms and records to document project activities and set up files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented and secured and develop a comprehensive User Guide as part of the ongoing support for the system and users. Monitor the progress of the project and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project. Establish a communication schedule to update the project board and Service Manager including and appropriate staff in the organisation on the progress of the project including written (monthly) reports for management. Review the quality of the work completed with the project board on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards. Ensure that the project deliverables are on time and at the required level of quality. Evaluate the outcomes of the project as established during the planning phase Academic/ Professional Qualification Educated to HND/or Degree level in a relevant discipline or proven relevant experience Relevant qualification in Project or Delivery Management or proven experience in implementing change projects Relevant business process design and / or user centred-design accreditation Knowledge and Experience Experience of writing plans, reports and procedures, delivering presentations and facilitating workshops Delivery management and organisational skills - a clear understanding of the requirements and tools needed to manage projects and delivery Demonstrable transformational change skills - experience working on, and implementing change projects Ability to demonstrate a problem solving and system thinking approach. Confidence working with complex data and systems Data analysis and interpretation - ability to analyse data in order to identify trends, patterns and suggest solutions for service improvements Confident in the use of a range of IT software including Microsoft tools and applications Experience of engaging with internal and external stakeholders, negotiating and influencing Experience using specialist business applications such as Microsoft 365 and Associated Technologies Skills Welsh Language Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to negotiate and influence and to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels Ability to turn complex concepts into simple language, providing information and advice in a clear and concise manner Ability to challenge existing ways of working in an unbiased and non-judgemental manner
Business Central & Local Business Areas Reading, Anywhere(UK) Opportunity to work with an expanding portfolio of solutions with a focus on helping our customers across different industries to digitally transform their business. Job Title: Principal Consultant - Business Central Location: Home-basedwith travel to client site or Columbus offices as required Salary: Negotiable (We aim to improve your current package) Bonus: Yes Holiday: 25 Days, Plus Bank Holidays (Increasing with Service), Medical Insurance: Yes (terms apply) and Cashback Plan Hours: Full time (36.5 hpw) Travel/Expenses: A car is required for travel to client sites -expensed at 45p per mile from home address (excluding travel to any ColumbusOffice within 35mi) Business Centralteam At Columbus, we value collaboration, trust-building, curiosity and deliveringcustomer success. By joining our Business Central team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to these values while continuously developing your skills and knowledge. Right from day one, you're welcomed into a team of supportive and friendly colleagues, who share the same enthusiasm to deliver customer success . So get ready for a journey filled with diverse projects , each bringing a new challenge, a fresh team to collaborate with, and innovative functionalities to master. The growth opportunities are endless , allowing you to connect with colleagues from around the world, and fostering a truly global perspective. The role of BC Principal Consultant Join us as a Principal Consultant, where your role is pivotal in orchestrating seamless customer experiences within Microsoft Business Central, from acceptance testing to empowering key users through insightful training. You'll be the beacon that identifies new opportunities and upholds knowledge of Dynamics Business Central, ISV apps and the power platform. Travel and Hybrid Working We have an environment that gives you the flexibility to achieve an effective work-life balance. To maintain our collaborative approach, all team meetings take place face-to-face in our offices wherever possible. We continue to offer our customers onsite consultancy time if requested, so flexibility around UK travel and overnight stays is expected dependent on the project requirements. Onsite time is planned ahead of time, within 2-week blocks so you know well in advance where you will be working. We ask that those in customer-facing roles aim to come into the office at least once a month, these visits are usually coordinated within each team - but you can work from a Columbus office or any Cubo officeregularly if you prefer, whichever suits you. About You (The Essentials) Skilled experience within Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, with expert knowledge in at least 3 of the functional areas, Finance Management, Trade & Inventory, Service Management, Manufacturing andProjects (Jobs) Curious, looking to challenge the status quo and improve Experience in implementing Microsoft Power Platform components Collaborates well with both internal and external colleagues Committed to personal development and becoming a Trusted Advisor in your field. Full driver'slicence and access to vehicle Diversity and Inclusion are close to our H.E.A.R.T! By joining our team, you will be part of a supportive network that values your voice, respects your ideas, and promotes a healthy work-life balance. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture that celebrates and supports career growth and advancement, and we aim to get the whole company together twice a year for our company day. We provide equal opportunities for everyone, ensuring a level playing field for all candidates. We actively encourage applications candidates from all backgrounds to apply for positions across our organisation, in return you can expect us to H elp you grow. E mpower you. A ppreciate you. R espect you, and your T eam. What we can offer You will be a part of both a local and global team, where you not only share knowledge but also a laugh or two. We value our employees and leave room for flexibility so that you can enjoy a work-life balance. As a Columbian you will get;- 25 Days Annual Leave (Increasing with Service) Columbus Benefits Hub - Discounts on Tickets, Shopping, Car leasing, Holidays, Food and More Enhanced Maternity Pay Access to Free Training Courses Delivered by Columbus Academy Free Microsoft Certifications and access to Microsoft Learn Modern Airconditioned Office Spaces fully managed by Cubo (multiple UK locations) Free Barista Coffee and hot drinks made in-house Free Beer and Fizz every day (2 - 5pm) Casual Dress-code in our Offices Life Assurance x4 Salary Cycle-to-Work Scheme £2,500 payment for successful candidate referrals Plus many many more (check out our careers pages for details) Company Awards & Recognition Bi-annual Company Special Recognition Awards with prizes! Give a thumbs up through Columbus Cheers. Employee of the year and Employees Employee of the year. Long Service Awards Employee Wellbeing Program (terms apply) Vitality Medical Insurance Westfield Health Cash plan (includes an Employee Assistance Lines), Mental health first aiders Suggestions Boxes Next Steps If this sounds like the role for you, then please drop a copy of your CV over today via our website and "Apply for this job" or CV not up to date? then apply using your LinkedIn profile in seconds. You may also be prompted to "Connect with us", but please don't worry if you don't have the time, it does not impact your application. STAY CURIOUS , COLLABORATE , BUILD TRUST , and DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS Suitable for candidates working with/as: Senior Consultant, BC Consultant, Principal BC Consultant Gold Partner and Inner Circle As a Microsoft Gold Partner for over 20 years, Columbus have access a range of market-leading resources, training and certifications. As well as a host of awards, Columbus have twice been named partner of the year by Microsoft. As Microsoft Inner Circle members, Columbus have been recognised as part of an elite category of partners. This honour is only awarded to the very best in the industry for thought leadership, innovation and dedication, with Inner Circle partners representing only the Top 1% of the Microsoft ecosystem. Contact Alex Randle Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding Specialist-Global Functions We've been helping businesses digitally transform, maximise their assets and futureproof their operations for over 30 years. With deep industry expertise we know how to make our clients more successful by adapting and implementing proven Columbus and Microsoft-based solution sets for immediate business impact. Founded in 1989 Co-workers Over 200 in the UK, and 2000 worldwide. Business Central & Local Business Areas Reading, Anywhere(UK) Opportunity to work with an expanding portfolio of solutions with a focus on helping our customers across different industries to digitally transform their business. 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May 12, 2024
Full time
Business Central & Local Business Areas Reading, Anywhere(UK) Opportunity to work with an expanding portfolio of solutions with a focus on helping our customers across different industries to digitally transform their business. Job Title: Principal Consultant - Business Central Location: Home-basedwith travel to client site or Columbus offices as required Salary: Negotiable (We aim to improve your current package) Bonus: Yes Holiday: 25 Days, Plus Bank Holidays (Increasing with Service), Medical Insurance: Yes (terms apply) and Cashback Plan Hours: Full time (36.5 hpw) Travel/Expenses: A car is required for travel to client sites -expensed at 45p per mile from home address (excluding travel to any ColumbusOffice within 35mi) Business Centralteam At Columbus, we value collaboration, trust-building, curiosity and deliveringcustomer success. By joining our Business Central team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to these values while continuously developing your skills and knowledge. Right from day one, you're welcomed into a team of supportive and friendly colleagues, who share the same enthusiasm to deliver customer success . So get ready for a journey filled with diverse projects , each bringing a new challenge, a fresh team to collaborate with, and innovative functionalities to master. The growth opportunities are endless , allowing you to connect with colleagues from around the world, and fostering a truly global perspective. The role of BC Principal Consultant Join us as a Principal Consultant, where your role is pivotal in orchestrating seamless customer experiences within Microsoft Business Central, from acceptance testing to empowering key users through insightful training. You'll be the beacon that identifies new opportunities and upholds knowledge of Dynamics Business Central, ISV apps and the power platform. Travel and Hybrid Working We have an environment that gives you the flexibility to achieve an effective work-life balance. To maintain our collaborative approach, all team meetings take place face-to-face in our offices wherever possible. We continue to offer our customers onsite consultancy time if requested, so flexibility around UK travel and overnight stays is expected dependent on the project requirements. Onsite time is planned ahead of time, within 2-week blocks so you know well in advance where you will be working. We ask that those in customer-facing roles aim to come into the office at least once a month, these visits are usually coordinated within each team - but you can work from a Columbus office or any Cubo officeregularly if you prefer, whichever suits you. About You (The Essentials) Skilled experience within Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, with expert knowledge in at least 3 of the functional areas, Finance Management, Trade & Inventory, Service Management, Manufacturing andProjects (Jobs) Curious, looking to challenge the status quo and improve Experience in implementing Microsoft Power Platform components Collaborates well with both internal and external colleagues Committed to personal development and becoming a Trusted Advisor in your field. Full driver'slicence and access to vehicle Diversity and Inclusion are close to our H.E.A.R.T! By joining our team, you will be part of a supportive network that values your voice, respects your ideas, and promotes a healthy work-life balance. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture that celebrates and supports career growth and advancement, and we aim to get the whole company together twice a year for our company day. We provide equal opportunities for everyone, ensuring a level playing field for all candidates. We actively encourage applications candidates from all backgrounds to apply for positions across our organisation, in return you can expect us to H elp you grow. E mpower you. A ppreciate you. R espect you, and your T eam. What we can offer You will be a part of both a local and global team, where you not only share knowledge but also a laugh or two. We value our employees and leave room for flexibility so that you can enjoy a work-life balance. As a Columbian you will get;- 25 Days Annual Leave (Increasing with Service) Columbus Benefits Hub - Discounts on Tickets, Shopping, Car leasing, Holidays, Food and More Enhanced Maternity Pay Access to Free Training Courses Delivered by Columbus Academy Free Microsoft Certifications and access to Microsoft Learn Modern Airconditioned Office Spaces fully managed by Cubo (multiple UK locations) Free Barista Coffee and hot drinks made in-house Free Beer and Fizz every day (2 - 5pm) Casual Dress-code in our Offices Life Assurance x4 Salary Cycle-to-Work Scheme £2,500 payment for successful candidate referrals Plus many many more (check out our careers pages for details) Company Awards & Recognition Bi-annual Company Special Recognition Awards with prizes! Give a thumbs up through Columbus Cheers. Employee of the year and Employees Employee of the year. Long Service Awards Employee Wellbeing Program (terms apply) Vitality Medical Insurance Westfield Health Cash plan (includes an Employee Assistance Lines), Mental health first aiders Suggestions Boxes Next Steps If this sounds like the role for you, then please drop a copy of your CV over today via our website and "Apply for this job" or CV not up to date? then apply using your LinkedIn profile in seconds. You may also be prompted to "Connect with us", but please don't worry if you don't have the time, it does not impact your application. STAY CURIOUS , COLLABORATE , BUILD TRUST , and DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS Suitable for candidates working with/as: Senior Consultant, BC Consultant, Principal BC Consultant Gold Partner and Inner Circle As a Microsoft Gold Partner for over 20 years, Columbus have access a range of market-leading resources, training and certifications. As well as a host of awards, Columbus have twice been named partner of the year by Microsoft. As Microsoft Inner Circle members, Columbus have been recognised as part of an elite category of partners. This honour is only awarded to the very best in the industry for thought leadership, innovation and dedication, with Inner Circle partners representing only the Top 1% of the Microsoft ecosystem. Contact Alex Randle Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding Specialist-Global Functions We've been helping businesses digitally transform, maximise their assets and futureproof their operations for over 30 years. With deep industry expertise we know how to make our clients more successful by adapting and implementing proven Columbus and Microsoft-based solution sets for immediate business impact. Founded in 1989 Co-workers Over 200 in the UK, and 2000 worldwide. Business Central & Local Business Areas Reading, Anywhere(UK) Opportunity to work with an expanding portfolio of solutions with a focus on helping our customers across different industries to digitally transform their business. 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Your new company Hays Technology are recruiting a Director of IT to join a growing and ambitious public sector organisation based across the UK on an initial 24-month FTC. The role will report to the Chief Finance Officer and can be worked remotely but will have monthly travel to Leeds/London and Brighton. Your new role In your new role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management and strategic delivery of the IT department of around 50 staff across the organisation, ensuring they are supporting colleagues and service user needs. You will be ensuring effective IT information governance strategies are in line with applicable standards, ensuring that IT systems, infrastructure and data are secure against internal and external threats, and positive effective and appropriate measures for risk management. You will be a strong technical leader with experience of operational IT and will be working with key stakeholders to deliver the digital strategy of the organisation, ensuring that required changes in technical platforms, capacity, capability, and techniques are understood, defined, and planned. You will be providing support and collaborative leadership to the department Heads, working with them to achieve deadlines, make improvements and ensure objectives are met. What you'll need to succeed Experience of leading as a Director or CTO of an IT/Digital function in a large, multi-location organisation Experience of delivering large scale IT change Experience of project management approaches, and making them fit to the organisation's context Solid technical knowledge across infrastructure, applications,data, service,security, development and projects Ability to work at a fast pace in a dynamic environment Strong leadership skills to develop and lead broad ranging IT teams. Able to communicate across the organisation to all colleagues, and external stakeholders What you'll get in return This exciting position is paying up to £100,000 negotiable on experience and offers an excellent work life balance including: home working, 25 days annual leave, company pension scheme, flexibility, training, and development opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
May 11, 2024
Full time
Your new company Hays Technology are recruiting a Director of IT to join a growing and ambitious public sector organisation based across the UK on an initial 24-month FTC. The role will report to the Chief Finance Officer and can be worked remotely but will have monthly travel to Leeds/London and Brighton. Your new role In your new role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management and strategic delivery of the IT department of around 50 staff across the organisation, ensuring they are supporting colleagues and service user needs. You will be ensuring effective IT information governance strategies are in line with applicable standards, ensuring that IT systems, infrastructure and data are secure against internal and external threats, and positive effective and appropriate measures for risk management. You will be a strong technical leader with experience of operational IT and will be working with key stakeholders to deliver the digital strategy of the organisation, ensuring that required changes in technical platforms, capacity, capability, and techniques are understood, defined, and planned. You will be providing support and collaborative leadership to the department Heads, working with them to achieve deadlines, make improvements and ensure objectives are met. What you'll need to succeed Experience of leading as a Director or CTO of an IT/Digital function in a large, multi-location organisation Experience of delivering large scale IT change Experience of project management approaches, and making them fit to the organisation's context Solid technical knowledge across infrastructure, applications,data, service,security, development and projects Ability to work at a fast pace in a dynamic environment Strong leadership skills to develop and lead broad ranging IT teams. Able to communicate across the organisation to all colleagues, and external stakeholders What you'll get in return This exciting position is paying up to £100,000 negotiable on experience and offers an excellent work life balance including: home working, 25 days annual leave, company pension scheme, flexibility, training, and development opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Forter is seeking an Office Experience Manager to oversee multi-site facility management in Europe, in addition to employee experience and engagement practices for Forter's EMEA organization. This position is based at our European hub office in central London. What you'll be doing: Workplace Management Serve as the primary point of contact, representing the office professionally and warmly, to employees and visitors. Own day-to-day facilities management to ensure a safe, clean, and efficient working environment. This involves cultivating and maintaining positive working relationships with the landlord and vendors, overseeing pantry and office supplies, and managing maintenance tasks. Conduct daily walk-throughs to ensure that the office is in excellent condition, including the functionality of all IT equipment. Lead operational projects related to both existing and future office spaces, including office moves, renovations, and space optimization strategies. Provide remote support to Forter's coworking offices in EMEA, currently located in Paris. Manage accounts and pantry supply orders to ensure operational efficiency.Partner with Finance on the management of EMEA's Workplace and Employee Experience budget. Employee Experience Lead regional initiatives for Employee Experience, focusing on cultivating an inclusive community and culture. This involves organizing meaningful events, celebrating milestones, managing swag and gift shipments, and other ad hoc projects. Facilitate diversity, equity, and inclusion projects throughout the company, encompassing Employee Resource Groups (regional and global), recognition of global holidays, wellness initiatives (physical and mental), and philanthropy. Administer a consistent and effective onboarding and offboarding processes for new employees across all teams and countries in the EMEA region. Manage internal workplace communications, proactively engaging employees to maintain high levels of involvement and satisfaction. Utilize data-driven insights identified in engagement surveys to identify and implement changes that enhance the overall workplace and employee experience. What you'll need: Qualifications: Proven experience in facilities management, with a keen understanding of space optimization and resource allocation. Strong background in organizing and executing employee engagement initiatives, events, and projects. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across various teams. Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Requirements: This is an in-office, 4 days per week role (Friday is a half day from home!) Ability to participate in scheduled after-hours events once per month Competitive salary and equity Private health insurance, including vision and dental coverage Generous PTO policy Half day Fridays, every Friday Home office stipend About us: Digital commerce is built on trust. At every point along the eCommerce journey, businesses must make a critical decision: Can I trust this customer? Answering this simple question accurately and instantly is powerful-it can accelerate revenue growth and strengthen a company's connection with its customers. How do we do it? Forter was founded on the insight that it's not about what is being purchased, nor where- but who is behind the interaction. The Forter Decision Engine finds patterns across more than one billion identities in our dataset. We isolate fraudsters and protect customers-ensuring everyone gets the experience they deserve. Given that trust is central to how we operate, Forter is very much driven by a defined set of values. We attract remarkable talent and have retention and engagement levels that are well above benchmarks. We're meticulous about strengthening our culture as we grow and ensuring this is an environment where people can have outsized impact. Trust is backed by data - Forter is a recipient of over 10 workplace and innovation awards, including: Great Place to Work Certification (2021, 2022, 2023) Fintech Breakthrough Awards - Best Fraud Prevention Platform (2023) Life as a Forterian: We are a team of over 500 Forterians spread across 3 different continents. Since 2013, we've raised $525 million from investors such as Tiger Global, Bessemer, Sequoia Capital, March Capital and Salesforce Ventures. We're on a mission to bring trust to global digital commerce so that companies like Nordstrom, Priceline, Instacart and ASOS can block fraud, drive revenue and improve customer experience. At Forter, we believe unique people create unique ideas, and valuable experience comes in many forms. So, even if your background doesn't match everything we have listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply and tell us why your skills and values could be an asset to us. By welcoming different perspectives, we grow together as humans and as a company. Forter is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that will consider all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Forter is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that will consider all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at . This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the interview process. Will you require visa sponsorship now or in the future? When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected by Forter Solutions UK Ltd . ("Controller"), which is located at 30 Old Bailey London EC4M 7AU and can be contacted by emailing . Controller's data protection officer is Scott Buell who can be contacted at . Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller's recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment.Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller's behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. Because the European Union Commission has determined that United States data privacy laws do not ensure an adequate level of protection for personal data collected from EU data subjects, the transfer will be subject to appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses . You can obtain a copy of the standard contractual clauses by contacting us at . Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment. Under the GDPR, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have to right to data portability. In addition, you may lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. Lastly, please review our Job Applicant Privacy Policy in order to further understand the data that Forter collects about you, how we use it and your rights in relation to such data. Please select By checking this box, I agree to allow Forter to store and process my data for the purpose of considering my eligibility regarding my current application for employment. By checking this box, I agree to allow Forter to retain my data for future opportunities for employment for up to 730 days after the conclusion of consideration of my current application for employment.
May 11, 2024
Full time
Forter is seeking an Office Experience Manager to oversee multi-site facility management in Europe, in addition to employee experience and engagement practices for Forter's EMEA organization. This position is based at our European hub office in central London. What you'll be doing: Workplace Management Serve as the primary point of contact, representing the office professionally and warmly, to employees and visitors. Own day-to-day facilities management to ensure a safe, clean, and efficient working environment. This involves cultivating and maintaining positive working relationships with the landlord and vendors, overseeing pantry and office supplies, and managing maintenance tasks. Conduct daily walk-throughs to ensure that the office is in excellent condition, including the functionality of all IT equipment. Lead operational projects related to both existing and future office spaces, including office moves, renovations, and space optimization strategies. Provide remote support to Forter's coworking offices in EMEA, currently located in Paris. Manage accounts and pantry supply orders to ensure operational efficiency.Partner with Finance on the management of EMEA's Workplace and Employee Experience budget. Employee Experience Lead regional initiatives for Employee Experience, focusing on cultivating an inclusive community and culture. This involves organizing meaningful events, celebrating milestones, managing swag and gift shipments, and other ad hoc projects. Facilitate diversity, equity, and inclusion projects throughout the company, encompassing Employee Resource Groups (regional and global), recognition of global holidays, wellness initiatives (physical and mental), and philanthropy. Administer a consistent and effective onboarding and offboarding processes for new employees across all teams and countries in the EMEA region. Manage internal workplace communications, proactively engaging employees to maintain high levels of involvement and satisfaction. Utilize data-driven insights identified in engagement surveys to identify and implement changes that enhance the overall workplace and employee experience. What you'll need: Qualifications: Proven experience in facilities management, with a keen understanding of space optimization and resource allocation. Strong background in organizing and executing employee engagement initiatives, events, and projects. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across various teams. Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Requirements: This is an in-office, 4 days per week role (Friday is a half day from home!) Ability to participate in scheduled after-hours events once per month Competitive salary and equity Private health insurance, including vision and dental coverage Generous PTO policy Half day Fridays, every Friday Home office stipend About us: Digital commerce is built on trust. At every point along the eCommerce journey, businesses must make a critical decision: Can I trust this customer? Answering this simple question accurately and instantly is powerful-it can accelerate revenue growth and strengthen a company's connection with its customers. How do we do it? Forter was founded on the insight that it's not about what is being purchased, nor where- but who is behind the interaction. The Forter Decision Engine finds patterns across more than one billion identities in our dataset. We isolate fraudsters and protect customers-ensuring everyone gets the experience they deserve. Given that trust is central to how we operate, Forter is very much driven by a defined set of values. We attract remarkable talent and have retention and engagement levels that are well above benchmarks. We're meticulous about strengthening our culture as we grow and ensuring this is an environment where people can have outsized impact. Trust is backed by data - Forter is a recipient of over 10 workplace and innovation awards, including: Great Place to Work Certification (2021, 2022, 2023) Fintech Breakthrough Awards - Best Fraud Prevention Platform (2023) Life as a Forterian: We are a team of over 500 Forterians spread across 3 different continents. Since 2013, we've raised $525 million from investors such as Tiger Global, Bessemer, Sequoia Capital, March Capital and Salesforce Ventures. We're on a mission to bring trust to global digital commerce so that companies like Nordstrom, Priceline, Instacart and ASOS can block fraud, drive revenue and improve customer experience. At Forter, we believe unique people create unique ideas, and valuable experience comes in many forms. So, even if your background doesn't match everything we have listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply and tell us why your skills and values could be an asset to us. By welcoming different perspectives, we grow together as humans and as a company. Forter is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that will consider all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Forter is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that will consider all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at . This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the interview process. Will you require visa sponsorship now or in the future? When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected by Forter Solutions UK Ltd . ("Controller"), which is located at 30 Old Bailey London EC4M 7AU and can be contacted by emailing . Controller's data protection officer is Scott Buell who can be contacted at . Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller's recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment.Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller's behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. Because the European Union Commission has determined that United States data privacy laws do not ensure an adequate level of protection for personal data collected from EU data subjects, the transfer will be subject to appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses . You can obtain a copy of the standard contractual clauses by contacting us at . Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment. Under the GDPR, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have to right to data portability. In addition, you may lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. Lastly, please review our Job Applicant Privacy Policy in order to further understand the data that Forter collects about you, how we use it and your rights in relation to such data. Please select By checking this box, I agree to allow Forter to store and process my data for the purpose of considering my eligibility regarding my current application for employment. By checking this box, I agree to allow Forter to retain my data for future opportunities for employment for up to 730 days after the conclusion of consideration of my current application for employment.
Role Title: PMO Officer Duration: 6 Months Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, Somerset (full time on site) Rate: Competitive - Umbrella only Would you like to join a global leader in consulting, technology services and digital transformation? Our client is at the forefront of innovation to address the entire breadth of opportunities in the evolving world of cloud, digital and platforms. Role purpose / summary In the framework of the HPC Project, the Site team is looking for a PMO officer to organize the related processes, collect, consolidate and analyse periodically the performance indicators of the project. Periodically prepare external and internal progress reports Main Responsibilities: Participate in the definition of the project's reporting process. Issue a management plan or procedures to present the reporting and project performance. Define performance measurement units. Provide adequate training and support for team members to ensure that they choose the right tools and correctly implement the processes required. Optimizing processes and tools based on feedback from the project and instructions, recommendations, and good practices. Optimize and modify project reports, in accordance with needs and the progress of the project. Contribute to the continuous improvement of the performance management system and reports. Collect, consolidate, and analyse input data in order to define indicators and keep the project team informed of the progress of the project. Optimize and modify KPIs according to the needs of the project. Issue formal reports, regularly and in accordance with project procedures, for the client and the customer. Ensure that project stakeholders are fully informed of the status and project performance Participate in multidisciplinary working groups to share experiences acquired on the project and take advantage of the new standard PMO methods to apply to future projects. Key Skills/ requirements 4-5 years minimum Experience in the industrial field, construction or energy is a plus Intercultural experience Ability to formalize processes, identify tools and put them in place then to verify their proper use in order to improve the working conditions of the team at day-to-day Customer orientation Drive results: Ability to persist in the face of challenges to meet deadlines with high standards Computer skills: standard Microsoft Office suite Background: Engineering Degree Experience in the industrial field, construction or energy is a plus Intercultural experience Team working Taking initiatives, autonomy Additional information No job travel, on site Full Time All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications, we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!
May 10, 2024
Contractor
Role Title: PMO Officer Duration: 6 Months Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, Somerset (full time on site) Rate: Competitive - Umbrella only Would you like to join a global leader in consulting, technology services and digital transformation? Our client is at the forefront of innovation to address the entire breadth of opportunities in the evolving world of cloud, digital and platforms. Role purpose / summary In the framework of the HPC Project, the Site team is looking for a PMO officer to organize the related processes, collect, consolidate and analyse periodically the performance indicators of the project. Periodically prepare external and internal progress reports Main Responsibilities: Participate in the definition of the project's reporting process. Issue a management plan or procedures to present the reporting and project performance. Define performance measurement units. Provide adequate training and support for team members to ensure that they choose the right tools and correctly implement the processes required. Optimizing processes and tools based on feedback from the project and instructions, recommendations, and good practices. Optimize and modify project reports, in accordance with needs and the progress of the project. Contribute to the continuous improvement of the performance management system and reports. Collect, consolidate, and analyse input data in order to define indicators and keep the project team informed of the progress of the project. Optimize and modify KPIs according to the needs of the project. Issue formal reports, regularly and in accordance with project procedures, for the client and the customer. Ensure that project stakeholders are fully informed of the status and project performance Participate in multidisciplinary working groups to share experiences acquired on the project and take advantage of the new standard PMO methods to apply to future projects. Key Skills/ requirements 4-5 years minimum Experience in the industrial field, construction or energy is a plus Intercultural experience Ability to formalize processes, identify tools and put them in place then to verify their proper use in order to improve the working conditions of the team at day-to-day Customer orientation Drive results: Ability to persist in the face of challenges to meet deadlines with high standards Computer skills: standard Microsoft Office suite Background: Engineering Degree Experience in the industrial field, construction or energy is a plus Intercultural experience Team working Taking initiatives, autonomy Additional information No job travel, on site Full Time All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications, we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!
Science and Technology Facilities Council
Didcot, Oxfordshire
Communications and Engagement Officer Salary: Band D - £34,905 per annum Hours: Full-Time (We understand the importance of work-life balance, and are happy to discuss the possibility of flexible working with applicants) Contract Type: Open Ended Location: STFC, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire Together, our scientists, technologists, engineers, technicians and business support team explore the unknown and turn what they find into work that changes the world around us. Whether it's sending probes into space or finding new ways to treat cancer, everyone here plays a vital role in making a positive difference to society. Come and discover how much you can achieve when you're surrounded by world-leading experts, encouraged to constantly learn and empowered to explore your curiosity. About the Role We are looking for a talented communicator, with a flair for developing engaging content for internal and external audiences and a keen interest in space. RAL Space is the UK's national space lab, leading science research and technology development for a diverse programme including space science and exploration, resilient society, and Earth observation. The role is part of RAL Space's small communications team which connects across our department and captivates our audiences through compelling storytelling. This role will be responsible for internal communication, connecting our staff with each other, our purpose and with the information they need to do their jobs. We're going through a period of transformation in the ways we work together, and this role will play an important part in implementing this. The role will also support RAL Space's stakeholder engagement programme. We deliver over 200 visits and events each year, engaging with academia, businesses, government and the general public. This role will ensure an excellent visitor experience and will also work with our business development team to promote the RAL Space brand at external conferences and exhibitions. Our website is an important front door for RAL Space and will be moving to a new platform in 2025. This role will manage that process in a timely way, alongside the STFC web support team, shaping user experience and producing and commissioning new content. UK Research and Innovation recognises and values employees as individuals. We aim to provide a pay and rewards package that motivates staff to perform to the best of their ability. The reward package includes a flexible working scheme, defined benefit pension scheme, 30 days annual leave allowance plus 10.5 bank holiday/privilege days and other benefits. Responsibilities 30% Internal comms Support RAL Space transformation programme Ownership of the RAL Space internal staff portal, the 'Hub' Deliver the RAL Space newsletter and develop content for staff talks Develop internal comms messaging and channels Evaluate and improve internal comms activities 70% Stakeholder engagement Coordinate visits Improve visits processes Maintain visits records Events - some onsite event support, all offsite events support working with BID Liaising on brand, messaging, collateral, displays Liaising with RAL Space staff attending events, providing briefing materials Develop marketing brochures and collateral - designing, commissioning, maintaining and ordering Lead on the development of a new RAL Space website Person Specification We are looking for someone to join the team with great interpersonal skills who will be able to quickly get to grips with complex subject matter and build relationships across the RAL Space. Part of our role is to understand our audiences, improve our channels and to proactively seek out stories and to provide advice and support to our staff to help them share their work in the more effective way. This role offers the opportunity to apply and develop a broad communications skillset in a fascinating subject area. The successful candidate will need to be adept at managing multiple projects and supporting the work of the wider team. Although the topics and projects undertaken in the department are by their nature technical, a detailed technical or scientific background is not expected but an appreciation of science and a readiness to learn will be very important. The following criteria will be assessed at either shortlisting (S), interview (I), or both (S&I): Educated to degree level or with relevant equivalent experience (S) Excellent communication skills, both written and oral (S&I) Excellent interpersonal skills (I) Experience of planning, delivering, and evaluating communications campaigns (S&I) Experience managing and creating web content and working with creative suppliers Experience managing and delivering small projects and events demonstrating good team working and organisational skills (S&I) Aptitude for or a willingness to learn to use digital tools including creative media packages, such as InDesign and PremierPro, web editing tools such as WordPress (S) Enthusiasm for space, science and communications (S&I) We ask some of the biggest questions in the universe, to answer some of the biggest challenges in the world. Whatever our role, we have the freedom to explore, learn and connect, as part of a community that loves to share knowledge and support one another. As one of Europe's largest research organisations, this is a place where there's always something new to learn - about the world around us, about your career, but most of all, about yourself. Join us and discover what's possible.
May 10, 2024
Full time
Communications and Engagement Officer Salary: Band D - £34,905 per annum Hours: Full-Time (We understand the importance of work-life balance, and are happy to discuss the possibility of flexible working with applicants) Contract Type: Open Ended Location: STFC, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire Together, our scientists, technologists, engineers, technicians and business support team explore the unknown and turn what they find into work that changes the world around us. Whether it's sending probes into space or finding new ways to treat cancer, everyone here plays a vital role in making a positive difference to society. Come and discover how much you can achieve when you're surrounded by world-leading experts, encouraged to constantly learn and empowered to explore your curiosity. About the Role We are looking for a talented communicator, with a flair for developing engaging content for internal and external audiences and a keen interest in space. RAL Space is the UK's national space lab, leading science research and technology development for a diverse programme including space science and exploration, resilient society, and Earth observation. The role is part of RAL Space's small communications team which connects across our department and captivates our audiences through compelling storytelling. This role will be responsible for internal communication, connecting our staff with each other, our purpose and with the information they need to do their jobs. We're going through a period of transformation in the ways we work together, and this role will play an important part in implementing this. The role will also support RAL Space's stakeholder engagement programme. We deliver over 200 visits and events each year, engaging with academia, businesses, government and the general public. This role will ensure an excellent visitor experience and will also work with our business development team to promote the RAL Space brand at external conferences and exhibitions. Our website is an important front door for RAL Space and will be moving to a new platform in 2025. This role will manage that process in a timely way, alongside the STFC web support team, shaping user experience and producing and commissioning new content. UK Research and Innovation recognises and values employees as individuals. We aim to provide a pay and rewards package that motivates staff to perform to the best of their ability. The reward package includes a flexible working scheme, defined benefit pension scheme, 30 days annual leave allowance plus 10.5 bank holiday/privilege days and other benefits. Responsibilities 30% Internal comms Support RAL Space transformation programme Ownership of the RAL Space internal staff portal, the 'Hub' Deliver the RAL Space newsletter and develop content for staff talks Develop internal comms messaging and channels Evaluate and improve internal comms activities 70% Stakeholder engagement Coordinate visits Improve visits processes Maintain visits records Events - some onsite event support, all offsite events support working with BID Liaising on brand, messaging, collateral, displays Liaising with RAL Space staff attending events, providing briefing materials Develop marketing brochures and collateral - designing, commissioning, maintaining and ordering Lead on the development of a new RAL Space website Person Specification We are looking for someone to join the team with great interpersonal skills who will be able to quickly get to grips with complex subject matter and build relationships across the RAL Space. Part of our role is to understand our audiences, improve our channels and to proactively seek out stories and to provide advice and support to our staff to help them share their work in the more effective way. This role offers the opportunity to apply and develop a broad communications skillset in a fascinating subject area. The successful candidate will need to be adept at managing multiple projects and supporting the work of the wider team. Although the topics and projects undertaken in the department are by their nature technical, a detailed technical or scientific background is not expected but an appreciation of science and a readiness to learn will be very important. The following criteria will be assessed at either shortlisting (S), interview (I), or both (S&I): Educated to degree level or with relevant equivalent experience (S) Excellent communication skills, both written and oral (S&I) Excellent interpersonal skills (I) Experience of planning, delivering, and evaluating communications campaigns (S&I) Experience managing and creating web content and working with creative suppliers Experience managing and delivering small projects and events demonstrating good team working and organisational skills (S&I) Aptitude for or a willingness to learn to use digital tools including creative media packages, such as InDesign and PremierPro, web editing tools such as WordPress (S) Enthusiasm for space, science and communications (S&I) We ask some of the biggest questions in the universe, to answer some of the biggest challenges in the world. Whatever our role, we have the freedom to explore, learn and connect, as part of a community that loves to share knowledge and support one another. As one of Europe's largest research organisations, this is a place where there's always something new to learn - about the world around us, about your career, but most of all, about yourself. Join us and discover what's possible.
At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse. Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work. Cloud Architect required to join Satalia our AI division. The opportunity: You will be responsible for creating enterprise-quality AI, ML, and Data Science based solutions. You will be involved in technology selection, API design, and establishing core patterns within our products and client projects. You will consider the functional and non-functional requirements to inform these decisions and lead our development team in implementing them. You will work with our world class Data Science and Data Engineering teams to provide robust, high quality, performant cloud based solutions for our customers. This is not a role for someone who doesn't love development. Our technical architects are expected to prove solutions and contribute to the development team, as well as reviewing code and driving improvement to our development practice and processes. At the same time, you need to be a great communicator: the role includes direct interaction with our clients and business stakeholders, which are a mixture of technical and non-technical audiences. The world of AI is evolving at a staggering pace, and we keep our knowledge fresh by continually looking for fresh technologies and sharing what we've learned. As an architect you would be expected to exemplify this both by bringing new ideas to our projects, but also listening to and assessing ideas from the team. What you'll be doing: Writing enterprise-quality solutions, with extensive experience and familiarity with how enterprise software solutions fit into a wider technical landscape Creating serverless solutions to execute data science and ML models Leading a team comprised of Data Science, Data Engineering, Cloud Engineering and QA Understanding and relating customer/business needs to the technical solutions we create Liaising with the customer, product owners and business analysts to ensure that the work we are doing is correct and architecturally sound Making technology and approach choices to meet NFRs whilst delivering good value for money What we want from you: Having an excellent understanding of Typescript and/or Python, currently our core cloud languages Experience writing enterprise quality solutions, with extensive experience and familiarity with how enterprise software solutions fit into a wider technical landscape Having a solid understanding of traditional Design Patterns and the ability to adapt these to the AI world Having in-depth knowledge of at least one cloud platform (e.g. GCP, AWS, Azure), including an understanding of appropriate technologies for a given use case. Being a strong proponent for rigorous quality processes, automated testing and IaC principles Having excellent written, spoken and diagrammatic communication skills, with the ability to convey technical and abstract principles to technical and non-technical audiences Industry experience with an Infrastructure-as-Code platform (e.g. Cloudformation, Terraform) Experience of creating robust CI/CD pipelines that fully automate testing and release processes A strong understanding of both serverless development and containerisation approaches to deploying software to the cloud If you know some of this, even better: A strong understanding of event-driven architectures Terraform experience Good working knowledge of Azure Experience with or knowledge of data engineering platforms and principles Experience with or knowledge of data science platforms and technologies Working knowledge of Rust What we can offer you: Opportunity to work at the forefront of AI technology A chance to contribute to groundbreaking commerce AI solutions Alongside the opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world, we'll also prioritise your career development and help you grow your skills. We'll empower you to make a difference, allow you to be yourself, and respect who you are. Satalia , a VML Enterprise Solutions Company, is a community of individuals devoted to working on diverse and challenging projects, allowing you to flex your technical skills whilst working with a tight knit team of high performing colleagues. As an organisation, we push the boundaries of data science, optimisation and artificial intelligence to solve the most complex problems in industry. We build technologies that radically improve the operational efficiency, customer and employee satisfaction of our clients. We do this through product development and bespoke AI services. Led by our founder (who is also WPP's Chief AI Officer), Satalia's ambition is to become a decentralised organisation of the future. Today this involves developing tools and processes to liberate and automate manual repetitive tasks, with a focus on freedom, transparency and trust. At the core of our thinking is an approach to wellbeing and inclusivity. We unpack human behaviour and unpick prejudice to ensure a safe and inviting environment. We offer true flexible working and allow our employees to find the working practice that makes them most productive. At Satalia , your opinion matters and your achievements are celebrated. We're using technology, and concepts like organisational swarms and decentralisation to redesign how organisations operate . Using ourselves as a testbed, we're building the foundations for a new, more effective organisational structure that anyone can use. We are investing massively in developing next generation generative AI tools, including workstreams covering text, image, video, audio, and research. We are building large scale, enterprise grade solutions and serving these innovations to our clients and WPP agency partners. AT VML Enterprise Solutions Our Enterprise Solutions division houses strategic consultants, creative and technical architects and skilled developers and operators that together help some of the world's leading organisations to deliver outstanding digital experiences across all major routes to market worldwide: marketplaces, online retailers, D2C, B2B and social platforms. With over 4,200 experts in 55 operational centres across 34 countries, our capabilities span the entire buying journey from customer acquisition, through engagement, to conversion and loyalty, driving multi-channel growth for world-leading brands. We work with some of the most exciting brands such as The Coca-Cola Company, EY, Bosch, Unilever, Ford, DFS, Mercedes-Benz, Johnson & Johnson, Nestlé, Sainsbury's, Selfridges, Shell and Tiffany & Co. We've built over 500 platforms for brands and retailers and generate in excess of $29bn annually for our clients and work with over 50 strategic partners including Adobe, SAP, Salesforce, HCL, Shopify, Sitecore, BigCommerce, commerce tools and Acquia. Our reputation is based on our people, and we believe we have some of the best in the business. As our business grows internationally, we're looking for new people to join us on our journey to inspire and take Next> a key role in shaping some of the best commerce solutions, services, and websites in the world. Working as a team, no problem is insurmountable; we share in our client's successes and believe that anyone can show creative bravery no matter what their role is in the team. At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization-creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers-who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction. When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through ourRecruitment Privacy Policy . California residents should read ourCalifornia Recruitment Privacy Notice . This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it. When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy . California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice . This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
May 10, 2024
Full time
At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse. Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work. Cloud Architect required to join Satalia our AI division. The opportunity: You will be responsible for creating enterprise-quality AI, ML, and Data Science based solutions. You will be involved in technology selection, API design, and establishing core patterns within our products and client projects. You will consider the functional and non-functional requirements to inform these decisions and lead our development team in implementing them. You will work with our world class Data Science and Data Engineering teams to provide robust, high quality, performant cloud based solutions for our customers. This is not a role for someone who doesn't love development. Our technical architects are expected to prove solutions and contribute to the development team, as well as reviewing code and driving improvement to our development practice and processes. At the same time, you need to be a great communicator: the role includes direct interaction with our clients and business stakeholders, which are a mixture of technical and non-technical audiences. The world of AI is evolving at a staggering pace, and we keep our knowledge fresh by continually looking for fresh technologies and sharing what we've learned. As an architect you would be expected to exemplify this both by bringing new ideas to our projects, but also listening to and assessing ideas from the team. What you'll be doing: Writing enterprise-quality solutions, with extensive experience and familiarity with how enterprise software solutions fit into a wider technical landscape Creating serverless solutions to execute data science and ML models Leading a team comprised of Data Science, Data Engineering, Cloud Engineering and QA Understanding and relating customer/business needs to the technical solutions we create Liaising with the customer, product owners and business analysts to ensure that the work we are doing is correct and architecturally sound Making technology and approach choices to meet NFRs whilst delivering good value for money What we want from you: Having an excellent understanding of Typescript and/or Python, currently our core cloud languages Experience writing enterprise quality solutions, with extensive experience and familiarity with how enterprise software solutions fit into a wider technical landscape Having a solid understanding of traditional Design Patterns and the ability to adapt these to the AI world Having in-depth knowledge of at least one cloud platform (e.g. GCP, AWS, Azure), including an understanding of appropriate technologies for a given use case. Being a strong proponent for rigorous quality processes, automated testing and IaC principles Having excellent written, spoken and diagrammatic communication skills, with the ability to convey technical and abstract principles to technical and non-technical audiences Industry experience with an Infrastructure-as-Code platform (e.g. Cloudformation, Terraform) Experience of creating robust CI/CD pipelines that fully automate testing and release processes A strong understanding of both serverless development and containerisation approaches to deploying software to the cloud If you know some of this, even better: A strong understanding of event-driven architectures Terraform experience Good working knowledge of Azure Experience with or knowledge of data engineering platforms and principles Experience with or knowledge of data science platforms and technologies Working knowledge of Rust What we can offer you: Opportunity to work at the forefront of AI technology A chance to contribute to groundbreaking commerce AI solutions Alongside the opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world, we'll also prioritise your career development and help you grow your skills. We'll empower you to make a difference, allow you to be yourself, and respect who you are. Satalia , a VML Enterprise Solutions Company, is a community of individuals devoted to working on diverse and challenging projects, allowing you to flex your technical skills whilst working with a tight knit team of high performing colleagues. As an organisation, we push the boundaries of data science, optimisation and artificial intelligence to solve the most complex problems in industry. We build technologies that radically improve the operational efficiency, customer and employee satisfaction of our clients. We do this through product development and bespoke AI services. Led by our founder (who is also WPP's Chief AI Officer), Satalia's ambition is to become a decentralised organisation of the future. Today this involves developing tools and processes to liberate and automate manual repetitive tasks, with a focus on freedom, transparency and trust. At the core of our thinking is an approach to wellbeing and inclusivity. We unpack human behaviour and unpick prejudice to ensure a safe and inviting environment. We offer true flexible working and allow our employees to find the working practice that makes them most productive. At Satalia , your opinion matters and your achievements are celebrated. We're using technology, and concepts like organisational swarms and decentralisation to redesign how organisations operate . Using ourselves as a testbed, we're building the foundations for a new, more effective organisational structure that anyone can use. We are investing massively in developing next generation generative AI tools, including workstreams covering text, image, video, audio, and research. We are building large scale, enterprise grade solutions and serving these innovations to our clients and WPP agency partners. AT VML Enterprise Solutions Our Enterprise Solutions division houses strategic consultants, creative and technical architects and skilled developers and operators that together help some of the world's leading organisations to deliver outstanding digital experiences across all major routes to market worldwide: marketplaces, online retailers, D2C, B2B and social platforms. With over 4,200 experts in 55 operational centres across 34 countries, our capabilities span the entire buying journey from customer acquisition, through engagement, to conversion and loyalty, driving multi-channel growth for world-leading brands. We work with some of the most exciting brands such as The Coca-Cola Company, EY, Bosch, Unilever, Ford, DFS, Mercedes-Benz, Johnson & Johnson, Nestlé, Sainsbury's, Selfridges, Shell and Tiffany & Co. We've built over 500 platforms for brands and retailers and generate in excess of $29bn annually for our clients and work with over 50 strategic partners including Adobe, SAP, Salesforce, HCL, Shopify, Sitecore, BigCommerce, commerce tools and Acquia. Our reputation is based on our people, and we believe we have some of the best in the business. As our business grows internationally, we're looking for new people to join us on our journey to inspire and take Next> a key role in shaping some of the best commerce solutions, services, and websites in the world. Working as a team, no problem is insurmountable; we share in our client's successes and believe that anyone can show creative bravery no matter what their role is in the team. At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization-creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers-who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction. When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through ourRecruitment Privacy Policy . California residents should read ourCalifornia Recruitment Privacy Notice . This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it. When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy . California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice . This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
Job Purpose Reporting directly to the IT Infrastructure Services Manager, the Project Manager will have responsibility for this specific short-term project plan, to consult on, design and coordinate the implementation of facilities available within the Microsoft 365 suite of products and associated technologies. In addition, the post holder will develop and coordinate workflow processes and templates in relation to policies that are required within Microsoft 365 and associated technologies to ensure compliance with Data Protection and the IT Security Policies. Principal Accountabilities In consultation with the appropriate manager and project board, define the scope of the project. Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project. Develop a schedule and work flows for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities and review with senior management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required. The post holder will be assigned project support staff during the lifetime of the project and will be responsible to allocate, review and check the quality of specific pieces of work undertaken by them. The post holder will be responsible for determining and implementing workflow, procedure and testing for Microsoft 365 for use by IT Services and the organisation. The key steps in each workflow will be determined by the post holder in consultation with the relevant IT specialist. Implement the project according to the project plan. Develop forms and records to document project activities and set up files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented and secured and develop a comprehensive User Guide as part of the ongoing support for the system and users. Monitor the progress of the project and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project. Establish a communication schedule to update the project board and Service Manager including and appropriate staff in the organisation on the progress of the project including written (monthly) reports for management. Review the quality of the work completed with the project board on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards. Ensure that the project deliverables are on time and at the required level of quality. Evaluate the outcomes of the project as established during the planning phase Academic/ Professional Qualification Educated to HND/or Degree level in a relevant discipline or proven relevant experience Relevant qualification in Project or Delivery Management or proven experience in implementing change projects Relevant business process design and / or user centred-design accreditation Knowledge and Experience Experience of writing plans, reports and procedures, delivering presentations and facilitating workshops Delivery management and organisational skills - a clear understanding of the requirements and tools needed to manage projects and delivery Demonstrable transformational change skills - experience working on, and implementing change projects Ability to demonstrate a problem solving and system thinking approach. Confidence working with complex data and systems Data analysis and interpretation - ability to analyse data in order to identify trends, patterns and suggest solutions for service improvements Confident in the use of a range of IT software including Microsoft tools and applications Experience of engaging with internal and external stakeholders, negotiating and influencing Experience using specialist business applications such as Microsoft 365 and Associated Technologies Skills Welsh Language Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to negotiate and influence and to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels Ability to turn complex concepts into simple language, providing information and advice in a clear and concise manner Ability to challenge existing ways of working in an unbiased and non-judgemental manner
May 08, 2024
Contractor
Job Purpose Reporting directly to the IT Infrastructure Services Manager, the Project Manager will have responsibility for this specific short-term project plan, to consult on, design and coordinate the implementation of facilities available within the Microsoft 365 suite of products and associated technologies. In addition, the post holder will develop and coordinate workflow processes and templates in relation to policies that are required within Microsoft 365 and associated technologies to ensure compliance with Data Protection and the IT Security Policies. Principal Accountabilities In consultation with the appropriate manager and project board, define the scope of the project. Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project. Develop a schedule and work flows for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities and review with senior management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required. The post holder will be assigned project support staff during the lifetime of the project and will be responsible to allocate, review and check the quality of specific pieces of work undertaken by them. The post holder will be responsible for determining and implementing workflow, procedure and testing for Microsoft 365 for use by IT Services and the organisation. The key steps in each workflow will be determined by the post holder in consultation with the relevant IT specialist. Implement the project according to the project plan. Develop forms and records to document project activities and set up files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented and secured and develop a comprehensive User Guide as part of the ongoing support for the system and users. Monitor the progress of the project and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project. Establish a communication schedule to update the project board and Service Manager including and appropriate staff in the organisation on the progress of the project including written (monthly) reports for management. Review the quality of the work completed with the project board on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards. Ensure that the project deliverables are on time and at the required level of quality. Evaluate the outcomes of the project as established during the planning phase Academic/ Professional Qualification Educated to HND/or Degree level in a relevant discipline or proven relevant experience Relevant qualification in Project or Delivery Management or proven experience in implementing change projects Relevant business process design and / or user centred-design accreditation Knowledge and Experience Experience of writing plans, reports and procedures, delivering presentations and facilitating workshops Delivery management and organisational skills - a clear understanding of the requirements and tools needed to manage projects and delivery Demonstrable transformational change skills - experience working on, and implementing change projects Ability to demonstrate a problem solving and system thinking approach. Confidence working with complex data and systems Data analysis and interpretation - ability to analyse data in order to identify trends, patterns and suggest solutions for service improvements Confident in the use of a range of IT software including Microsoft tools and applications Experience of engaging with internal and external stakeholders, negotiating and influencing Experience using specialist business applications such as Microsoft 365 and Associated Technologies Skills Welsh Language Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to negotiate and influence and to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels Ability to turn complex concepts into simple language, providing information and advice in a clear and concise manner Ability to challenge existing ways of working in an unbiased and non-judgemental manner
Information Security Officer - 40-48,000 + Annual Bonus + Remote Role + Leading Tech Business + International Projects + 33 Days Annual Leave + Career Progression The Company We are working with a market leader who are experiencing significant growth. They have a large project & product portfolio which is constantly evolving. Data & information is at the heart of what they do, as is it's security. As such are looking to add a Information Security Officer to their team. You will be joining a team of experienced industry professionals to help deliver on some exciting projects, in an international tech setting. The Role The Information Security Officer will work alongside the Senior Information Security Officer & wider compliance team to promote good security practices amongst stakeholders. The successful candidate will cover the full information security spectrum, from questionnaires to vulnerability management & everything in between. Main duties include: Be approachable and provide subject matter expert knowledge to colleagues, increasing their awareness of good security practices Support the creation and use of policies and technologies which allow the business to operate securely, effectively and efficiently Assist with developing strategies and solutions to maintain an appropriate level of technology security Explain complex information security and privacy concepts, including external and internal threats, to all levels of colleagues (including non-technical employees) while accurately portraying real risks and threats Support security audits and penetration tests Assist with the maintenance of any formal security and privacy certifications e.g. ISO 27001 Triage and respond to information security incidents, escalating to the SISO as required Provide clear and timely actions & information to stakeholders, and assisting the SISO in any follow-up activities following security incidents, audits, or tests Initiate security access reviews for systems, ensuring these are conducted by system owners according to our policy schedules Support in the creation and maintenance of an FAQ for security and compliance questionnaires to allow the sales and account management teams to be self-servicing where appropriate Assist in producing the response to any client information security and compliance questionnaires, working with key stakeholders within the group to ensure all accreditation requirements are fulfilled and any remediations are tracked through to completion Day-to-day management of the vulnerability management programme Review applications, suppliers, and proposed features from a security perspective What We Are Looking For The Information Security Officer will be an diligent, entrepreneurial and innovative candidate who is looking for an opportunity to challenge themselves in a high performing organisation. Ideally you will be/have: Experience in an Information Security role or similar Knowledge of information security good practice and vulnerability management programmes Demonstrable experience in an information security and privacy management environment, identifying risks and proposing viable solutions Broad understanding of security policies and controls in a business environment An understanding and experience of applying and implementing the following: Vulnerability management programmes, network security techniques, email security, web application security, server and end-user device security Experience of vulnerability scanning tools such as Nessus, Insight VM, Burp Suite or similar Experience of information security work, or related qualification such as CompTIA Security+ or ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity, or be studying for such a qualification Awareness and competent use of a range of information security tools & awareness of security configuration options for cloud platforms Exposure to digital projects and programmes, with a view to making significant contributions Understanding of ISO 27001 or similar frameworks Knowledge of Automotive industry desirable What is On Offer The Information Security Officer will receive a competitive salary of 40-48,000 (DOE). In addition, you will joining a growing global business with career opportunities and benefit from: Fully Remote role - flexible working & hours Annual bonus 33 days annual leave + birthday off Career progression Company Pension Healthcare + benefits package
May 08, 2024
Full time
Information Security Officer - 40-48,000 + Annual Bonus + Remote Role + Leading Tech Business + International Projects + 33 Days Annual Leave + Career Progression The Company We are working with a market leader who are experiencing significant growth. They have a large project & product portfolio which is constantly evolving. Data & information is at the heart of what they do, as is it's security. As such are looking to add a Information Security Officer to their team. You will be joining a team of experienced industry professionals to help deliver on some exciting projects, in an international tech setting. The Role The Information Security Officer will work alongside the Senior Information Security Officer & wider compliance team to promote good security practices amongst stakeholders. The successful candidate will cover the full information security spectrum, from questionnaires to vulnerability management & everything in between. Main duties include: Be approachable and provide subject matter expert knowledge to colleagues, increasing their awareness of good security practices Support the creation and use of policies and technologies which allow the business to operate securely, effectively and efficiently Assist with developing strategies and solutions to maintain an appropriate level of technology security Explain complex information security and privacy concepts, including external and internal threats, to all levels of colleagues (including non-technical employees) while accurately portraying real risks and threats Support security audits and penetration tests Assist with the maintenance of any formal security and privacy certifications e.g. ISO 27001 Triage and respond to information security incidents, escalating to the SISO as required Provide clear and timely actions & information to stakeholders, and assisting the SISO in any follow-up activities following security incidents, audits, or tests Initiate security access reviews for systems, ensuring these are conducted by system owners according to our policy schedules Support in the creation and maintenance of an FAQ for security and compliance questionnaires to allow the sales and account management teams to be self-servicing where appropriate Assist in producing the response to any client information security and compliance questionnaires, working with key stakeholders within the group to ensure all accreditation requirements are fulfilled and any remediations are tracked through to completion Day-to-day management of the vulnerability management programme Review applications, suppliers, and proposed features from a security perspective What We Are Looking For The Information Security Officer will be an diligent, entrepreneurial and innovative candidate who is looking for an opportunity to challenge themselves in a high performing organisation. Ideally you will be/have: Experience in an Information Security role or similar Knowledge of information security good practice and vulnerability management programmes Demonstrable experience in an information security and privacy management environment, identifying risks and proposing viable solutions Broad understanding of security policies and controls in a business environment An understanding and experience of applying and implementing the following: Vulnerability management programmes, network security techniques, email security, web application security, server and end-user device security Experience of vulnerability scanning tools such as Nessus, Insight VM, Burp Suite or similar Experience of information security work, or related qualification such as CompTIA Security+ or ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity, or be studying for such a qualification Awareness and competent use of a range of information security tools & awareness of security configuration options for cloud platforms Exposure to digital projects and programmes, with a view to making significant contributions Understanding of ISO 27001 or similar frameworks Knowledge of Automotive industry desirable What is On Offer The Information Security Officer will receive a competitive salary of 40-48,000 (DOE). In addition, you will joining a growing global business with career opportunities and benefit from: Fully Remote role - flexible working & hours Annual bonus 33 days annual leave + birthday off Career progression Company Pension Healthcare + benefits package
Your new company Hays Technology are recruiting a Director of IT to join a growing and ambitious public sector organisation based across the UK on an initial 24-month FTC. The role will report to the Chief Finance Officer and can be worked remotely but will have monthly travel to Leeds/London and Brighton. Your new role In your new role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management and strategic delivery of the IT department of around 50 staff across the organisation, ensuring they are supporting colleagues and service user needs. You will be ensuring effective IT information governance strategies are in line with applicable standards, ensuring that IT systems, infrastructure and data are secure against internal and external threats, and positive effective and appropriate measures for risk management. You will be a strong technical leader with experience of operational IT and will be working with key stakeholders to deliver the digital strategy of the organisation, ensuring that required changes in technical platforms, capacity, capability, and techniques are understood, defined, and planned. You will be providing support and collaborative leadership to the department Heads, working with them to achieve deadlines, make improvements and ensure objectives are met. What you'll need to succeed Experience of leading as a Director or CTO of an IT/Digital function in a large, multi-location organisation Experience of delivering large scale IT change Experience of project management approaches, and making them fit to the organisation's context Solid technical knowledge across infrastructure, applications,data, service,security, development and projects Ability to work at a fast pace in a dynamic environment Strong leadership skills to develop and lead broad ranging IT teams. Able to communicate across the organisation to all colleagues, and external stakeholders What you'll get in return This exciting position is paying up to 100,000 negotiable on experience and offers an excellent work life balance including: home working, 25 days annual leave, company pension scheme, flexibility, training, and development opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
May 08, 2024
Full time
Your new company Hays Technology are recruiting a Director of IT to join a growing and ambitious public sector organisation based across the UK on an initial 24-month FTC. The role will report to the Chief Finance Officer and can be worked remotely but will have monthly travel to Leeds/London and Brighton. Your new role In your new role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management and strategic delivery of the IT department of around 50 staff across the organisation, ensuring they are supporting colleagues and service user needs. You will be ensuring effective IT information governance strategies are in line with applicable standards, ensuring that IT systems, infrastructure and data are secure against internal and external threats, and positive effective and appropriate measures for risk management. You will be a strong technical leader with experience of operational IT and will be working with key stakeholders to deliver the digital strategy of the organisation, ensuring that required changes in technical platforms, capacity, capability, and techniques are understood, defined, and planned. You will be providing support and collaborative leadership to the department Heads, working with them to achieve deadlines, make improvements and ensure objectives are met. What you'll need to succeed Experience of leading as a Director or CTO of an IT/Digital function in a large, multi-location organisation Experience of delivering large scale IT change Experience of project management approaches, and making them fit to the organisation's context Solid technical knowledge across infrastructure, applications,data, service,security, development and projects Ability to work at a fast pace in a dynamic environment Strong leadership skills to develop and lead broad ranging IT teams. Able to communicate across the organisation to all colleagues, and external stakeholders What you'll get in return This exciting position is paying up to 100,000 negotiable on experience and offers an excellent work life balance including: home working, 25 days annual leave, company pension scheme, flexibility, training, and development opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Cyber Maturity Delivery Lead - Insurance - Contract City, London/ Hybrid Contract 6 months (initially) £850 - 950 per day (outside IR35) MUST HAVE 10 years programme management and programme delivery experience with budgets in excess of £10M Excellent IT Security and infosec domain knowledge and expertise Extensive c-suite engagement experience Cyber Maturity - Delivery Lead - Infosec - Operation Resilience - Governance - Controls - Management - Cloud - Agile - Security My client, a leading London Market Insurer, have embarked on a multi-year modernisation programme that will deliver their digital strategy and enable data driven decisions leveraging Cloud technologies. As a Cyber Maturity Delivery Lead, you will lead the programme from an IT perspective partnering with my client's strategic vendors and working closely with the IT, Infosec and Operational Resilience teams ensuring projects and activities are well governed with appropriate collaboration from the necessary teams. You will ensure that stakeholders are kept informed in particular working closely with Head of Operational Resilience, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) & Chief Technology Officer(CTO). Practically this means you will be responsible for creating a high performance programme environment and: Own the end to end delivery of the IT projects that fall under the Cyber Maturity Programme. Create and maintain a healthy delivery culture which is customer and value orientated. Engage with the 'business' maintaining constant communication throughout the programme to ensure outcomes are embedded into the way my client does business going forwards. Ensure the programme embeds effective governance, controls and management that delivers enhanced cyber maturity in processes and control environment across the organisation. Ensure initiatives have business cases, outcomes, strategy and clear plans, and that OKRs used to track progress are understood by all stakeholders (have met the pre-requisites for Value Realisation Framework). Support the Head of Operational Resilience, CISO, CTO, Product Owners and key stakeholders in prioritising backlogs, establishing the delivery pipelines and roadmap with frequent show & tell session that ensure stakeholders are sufficiently engaged and connected to the Programme's successes, challenges, opportunities, risks and issues Knowledge and Experience: Excellent IT knowledge, experience and technical understanding (across software development and infrastructure) Excellent IT Security and infosec domain knowledge and expertise Experience of implementing Cloud solutions (AWS, Azure) Experience of using (Scaled) Agile and waterfall to achieve goals and outcomes Working with internal and external teams located across multiple time zones Well versed in capturing and analysing data to manage and forecast delivery End to end experience of product and project lifecycles over projects A track record of quantifiable, results based achievement Broad understanding of change delivery practices and management methodologies Cyber Maturity Delivery Lead Governance, Cloud, Cyber City, London/ Hybrid Contract 6 months (initially) £850 - 950 per day (outside IR35)
May 08, 2024
Full time
Cyber Maturity Delivery Lead - Insurance - Contract City, London/ Hybrid Contract 6 months (initially) £850 - 950 per day (outside IR35) MUST HAVE 10 years programme management and programme delivery experience with budgets in excess of £10M Excellent IT Security and infosec domain knowledge and expertise Extensive c-suite engagement experience Cyber Maturity - Delivery Lead - Infosec - Operation Resilience - Governance - Controls - Management - Cloud - Agile - Security My client, a leading London Market Insurer, have embarked on a multi-year modernisation programme that will deliver their digital strategy and enable data driven decisions leveraging Cloud technologies. As a Cyber Maturity Delivery Lead, you will lead the programme from an IT perspective partnering with my client's strategic vendors and working closely with the IT, Infosec and Operational Resilience teams ensuring projects and activities are well governed with appropriate collaboration from the necessary teams. You will ensure that stakeholders are kept informed in particular working closely with Head of Operational Resilience, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) & Chief Technology Officer(CTO). Practically this means you will be responsible for creating a high performance programme environment and: Own the end to end delivery of the IT projects that fall under the Cyber Maturity Programme. Create and maintain a healthy delivery culture which is customer and value orientated. Engage with the 'business' maintaining constant communication throughout the programme to ensure outcomes are embedded into the way my client does business going forwards. Ensure the programme embeds effective governance, controls and management that delivers enhanced cyber maturity in processes and control environment across the organisation. Ensure initiatives have business cases, outcomes, strategy and clear plans, and that OKRs used to track progress are understood by all stakeholders (have met the pre-requisites for Value Realisation Framework). Support the Head of Operational Resilience, CISO, CTO, Product Owners and key stakeholders in prioritising backlogs, establishing the delivery pipelines and roadmap with frequent show & tell session that ensure stakeholders are sufficiently engaged and connected to the Programme's successes, challenges, opportunities, risks and issues Knowledge and Experience: Excellent IT knowledge, experience and technical understanding (across software development and infrastructure) Excellent IT Security and infosec domain knowledge and expertise Experience of implementing Cloud solutions (AWS, Azure) Experience of using (Scaled) Agile and waterfall to achieve goals and outcomes Working with internal and external teams located across multiple time zones Well versed in capturing and analysing data to manage and forecast delivery End to end experience of product and project lifecycles over projects A track record of quantifiable, results based achievement Broad understanding of change delivery practices and management methodologies Cyber Maturity Delivery Lead Governance, Cloud, Cyber City, London/ Hybrid Contract 6 months (initially) £850 - 950 per day (outside IR35)
Reed Talent Solutions
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Head of Cloud Infrastructure Permanent Edinburgh/Hybrid £61,626 - £72,684 per annum (Grade M1) The Scottish Funding Council is Scotland's tertiary education and research authority. Our ambition is to make Scotland an outstanding place to learn, educate, research, and innovate - now and for the future. We invest around £2 billion every year, and our funding?enables colleges and universities to provide life-changing opportunities for over half a million people.? Job Summary Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, and supported by a small team, this post is responsible for the development, growth, management, and delivery of SFC's Cloud infrastructure and associated projects. This is high profile work as part of SFC's longer-term Digital Transformation that will turn SFC into a smarter and more secure organisation. Key Responsibilities Define and implement the strategic vision and direction of the Azure Cloud Infrastructure in alignment with business objectives and IT standards. Lead, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of Cloud IT professionals, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and customer-centric service delivery. Develop and maintain an Azure Cloud Infrastructure roadmap, addressing both short-term operational needs and long-term strategic growth objectives. Ensure robustness, scalability, security, and compliance of the Azure Cloud Infrastructure, enforcing best practices and regulatory standards. Collaborate with various internal teams and external partners to build an integrated and optimized IT infrastructure. Direct the assessment and selection of Azure Cloud services and tools, conducting cost-benefit analyses and risk assessments to inform decision-making. Oversee the design and implementation of Azure Cloud migrations, ensuring minimal business impact and maximum value realisation. Manage the budget for Azure Cloud infrastructure, ensuring cost-efficiency and value for money. Person specification It is important through your CV / Cover Letter that you give evidence of proven experience of each of the following essential criteria: Essential Requirements: Proven experience in a similar senior role, managing and developing Azure Cloud Infrastructures. Extensive knowledge of Azure services, cloud computing technologies, business IT applications, security, network configurations, and system operations. Demonstrable experience in cybersecurity best practices and the integration of cybersecurity strategies into cloud operations to mitigate potential threats. Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities, including the capacity to lead high-performing, diverse teams through prior technical coaching/leadership roles. Relevant certifications across major Cloud Providers, preferably Microsoft Azure. Degree level education (SCQF level 9) or equivalent experience Core Technical Knowledge Essential: Solid background in on premises infrastructure, virtualisation technologies or applications. Solid background in the Microsoft 365 Suite, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams Solid background in Microsoft Intune (Windows 10/11, Autopilot, Android/iOS, MAM/MDM) Proven experience in Azure Virtual Desktop deployment and management Proven experience in Azure Networking (Routing, DNS, Connectivity) Proven experience with Azure IaaS (networking, storage, virtual machines). Proven experience with Azure Backup & Recovery Services. Proven experience with Azure Governance (Blueprints, policies, tagging, cost management). Proven experience with Azure Active Directory including on premises Active Directory. Experience with Windows Server Experience with Azure Security (NSG, ASG Sentinel, Security Centre, Defender, ACL, Azure Firewall, Policy). Additional information Location SFC offers hybrid working for its employees. This means that whilst the role is based at our Edinburgh office, there is substantial opportunity to work from home most of the time. As a rule of thumb SFC expects that a minimum of three days a month in the office (on average) will achieve the benefits of its hybrid approach, however it is for the employee and their line manager to agree the balance between home and workplace working - determined primarily by business need. Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Relocation expenses are not available. Key Rewards and Benefits Normal full-time hours of work are 35 per week. We will consider flexible working arrangements. A flexi-time system is in operation. Annual leave entitlement of 26.5 days pro-rata, rising to 30 days pro-rata after 4 years' continuous service. Public and privilege holiday entitlement of 11.5 days pro-rata. A flexible approach to hybrid working. Annual pay review: approved within the framework of the Scottish Government's Public Sector Pay Policy. Eligibility to join the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Support for continuous professional development. Support for health and wellbeing, including generous occupational sick pay, free access to confidential advice and support through our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. The Selection Process Pre-Employment Checks As part of our pre-employment process, we will ask you to provide relevant documentation to show that you are eligible to work in the UK and a Basic Disclosure Scotland certificate. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this role; we do not offer sponsorships. We also take up references as part of this process. Expenses will be reimbursed for Basic Disclosure check. This will only be requested if you are appointed into the role. Disability Confident If you need any adjustments to support your application, such as information in alternative formats, please contact us and we'll do everything we can to help. If you're eligible under the Disability Confident Scheme please give details when prompted at the appropriate stage in the online application process.
May 08, 2024
Full time
Head of Cloud Infrastructure Permanent Edinburgh/Hybrid £61,626 - £72,684 per annum (Grade M1) The Scottish Funding Council is Scotland's tertiary education and research authority. Our ambition is to make Scotland an outstanding place to learn, educate, research, and innovate - now and for the future. We invest around £2 billion every year, and our funding?enables colleges and universities to provide life-changing opportunities for over half a million people.? Job Summary Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, and supported by a small team, this post is responsible for the development, growth, management, and delivery of SFC's Cloud infrastructure and associated projects. This is high profile work as part of SFC's longer-term Digital Transformation that will turn SFC into a smarter and more secure organisation. Key Responsibilities Define and implement the strategic vision and direction of the Azure Cloud Infrastructure in alignment with business objectives and IT standards. Lead, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of Cloud IT professionals, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and customer-centric service delivery. Develop and maintain an Azure Cloud Infrastructure roadmap, addressing both short-term operational needs and long-term strategic growth objectives. Ensure robustness, scalability, security, and compliance of the Azure Cloud Infrastructure, enforcing best practices and regulatory standards. Collaborate with various internal teams and external partners to build an integrated and optimized IT infrastructure. Direct the assessment and selection of Azure Cloud services and tools, conducting cost-benefit analyses and risk assessments to inform decision-making. Oversee the design and implementation of Azure Cloud migrations, ensuring minimal business impact and maximum value realisation. Manage the budget for Azure Cloud infrastructure, ensuring cost-efficiency and value for money. Person specification It is important through your CV / Cover Letter that you give evidence of proven experience of each of the following essential criteria: Essential Requirements: Proven experience in a similar senior role, managing and developing Azure Cloud Infrastructures. Extensive knowledge of Azure services, cloud computing technologies, business IT applications, security, network configurations, and system operations. Demonstrable experience in cybersecurity best practices and the integration of cybersecurity strategies into cloud operations to mitigate potential threats. Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities, including the capacity to lead high-performing, diverse teams through prior technical coaching/leadership roles. Relevant certifications across major Cloud Providers, preferably Microsoft Azure. Degree level education (SCQF level 9) or equivalent experience Core Technical Knowledge Essential: Solid background in on premises infrastructure, virtualisation technologies or applications. Solid background in the Microsoft 365 Suite, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams Solid background in Microsoft Intune (Windows 10/11, Autopilot, Android/iOS, MAM/MDM) Proven experience in Azure Virtual Desktop deployment and management Proven experience in Azure Networking (Routing, DNS, Connectivity) Proven experience with Azure IaaS (networking, storage, virtual machines). Proven experience with Azure Backup & Recovery Services. Proven experience with Azure Governance (Blueprints, policies, tagging, cost management). Proven experience with Azure Active Directory including on premises Active Directory. Experience with Windows Server Experience with Azure Security (NSG, ASG Sentinel, Security Centre, Defender, ACL, Azure Firewall, Policy). Additional information Location SFC offers hybrid working for its employees. This means that whilst the role is based at our Edinburgh office, there is substantial opportunity to work from home most of the time. As a rule of thumb SFC expects that a minimum of three days a month in the office (on average) will achieve the benefits of its hybrid approach, however it is for the employee and their line manager to agree the balance between home and workplace working - determined primarily by business need. Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Relocation expenses are not available. Key Rewards and Benefits Normal full-time hours of work are 35 per week. We will consider flexible working arrangements. A flexi-time system is in operation. Annual leave entitlement of 26.5 days pro-rata, rising to 30 days pro-rata after 4 years' continuous service. Public and privilege holiday entitlement of 11.5 days pro-rata. A flexible approach to hybrid working. Annual pay review: approved within the framework of the Scottish Government's Public Sector Pay Policy. Eligibility to join the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Support for continuous professional development. Support for health and wellbeing, including generous occupational sick pay, free access to confidential advice and support through our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. The Selection Process Pre-Employment Checks As part of our pre-employment process, we will ask you to provide relevant documentation to show that you are eligible to work in the UK and a Basic Disclosure Scotland certificate. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this role; we do not offer sponsorships. We also take up references as part of this process. Expenses will be reimbursed for Basic Disclosure check. This will only be requested if you are appointed into the role. Disability Confident If you need any adjustments to support your application, such as information in alternative formats, please contact us and we'll do everything we can to help. If you're eligible under the Disability Confident Scheme please give details when prompted at the appropriate stage in the online application process.
Head of Cloud Infrastructure Permanent Edinburgh/Hybrid £61,626 - £72,684 per annum (Grade M1) The Scottish Funding Council is Scotland's tertiary education and research authority. Our ambition is to make Scotland an outstanding place to learn, educate, research, and innovate - now and for the future. We invest around £2 billion every year, and our funding?enables colleges and universities to provide life-changing opportunities for over half a million people.? Job Summary Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, and supported by a small team, this post is responsible for the development, growth, management, and delivery of SFC's Cloud infrastructure and associated projects. This is high profile work as part of SFC's longer-term Digital Transformation that will turn SFC into a smarter and more secure organisation. Key Responsibilities Define and implement the strategic vision and direction of the Azure Cloud Infrastructure in alignment with business objectives and IT standards. Lead, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of Cloud IT professionals, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and customer-centric service delivery. Develop and maintain an Azure Cloud Infrastructure roadmap, addressing both short-term operational needs and long-term strategic growth objectives. Ensure robustness, scalability, security, and compliance of the Azure Cloud Infrastructure, enforcing best practices and regulatory standards. Collaborate with various internal teams and external partners to build an integrated and optimized IT infrastructure. Direct the assessment and selection of Azure Cloud services and tools, conducting cost-benefit analyses and risk assessments to inform decision-making. Oversee the design and implementation of Azure Cloud migrations, ensuring minimal business impact and maximum value realisation. Manage the budget for Azure Cloud infrastructure, ensuring cost-efficiency and value for money. Person specification It is important through your CV / Cover Letter that you give evidence of proven experience of each of the following essential criteria: Essential Requirements: Proven experience in a similar senior role, managing and developing Azure Cloud Infrastructures. Extensive knowledge of Azure services, cloud computing technologies, business IT applications, security, network configurations, and system operations. Demonstrable experience in cybersecurity best practices and the integration of cybersecurity strategies into cloud operations to mitigate potential threats. Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities, including the capacity to lead high-performing, diverse teams through prior technical coaching/leadership roles. Relevant certifications across major Cloud Providers, preferably Microsoft Azure. Degree level education (SCQF level 9) or equivalent experience Core Technical Knowledge Essential: Solid background in on premises infrastructure, virtualisation technologies or applications. Solid background in the Microsoft 365 Suite, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams Solid background in Microsoft Intune (Windows 10/11, Autopilot, Android/iOS, MAM/MDM) Proven experience in Azure Virtual Desktop deployment and management Proven experience in Azure Networking (Routing, DNS, Connectivity) Proven experience with Azure IaaS (networking, storage, virtual machines). Proven experience with Azure Backup & Recovery Services. Proven experience with Azure Governance (Blueprints, policies, tagging, cost management). Proven experience with Azure Active Directory including on premises Active Directory. Experience with Windows Server Experience with Azure Security (NSG, ASG Sentinel, Security Centre, Defender, ACL, Azure Firewall, Policy). Additional information Location SFC offers hybrid working for its employees. This means that whilst the role is based at our Edinburgh office, there is substantial opportunity to work from home most of the time. As a rule of thumb SFC expects that a minimum of three days a month in the office (on average) will achieve the benefits of its hybrid approach, however it is for the employee and their line manager to agree the balance between home and workplace working - determined primarily by business need. Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Relocation expenses are not available. Key Rewards and Benefits Normal full-time hours of work are 35 per week. We will consider flexible working arrangements. A flexi-time system is in operation. Annual leave entitlement of 26.5 days pro-rata, rising to 30 days pro-rata after 4 years' continuous service. Public and privilege holiday entitlement of 11.5 days pro-rata. A flexible approach to hybrid working. Annual pay review: approved within the framework of the Scottish Government's Public Sector Pay Policy. Eligibility to join the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Support for continuous professional development. Support for health and wellbeing, including generous occupational sick pay, free access to confidential advice and support through our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. The Selection Process Pre-Employment Checks As part of our pre-employment process, we will ask you to provide relevant documentation to show that you are eligible to work in the UK and a Basic Disclosure Scotland certificate. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this role; we do not offer sponsorships. We also take up references as part of this process. Expenses will be reimbursed for Basic Disclosure check. This will only be requested if you are appointed into the role. Disability Confident If you need any adjustments to support your application, such as information in alternative formats, please contact us and we'll do everything we can to help. If you're eligible under the Disability Confident Scheme please give details when prompted at the appropriate stage in the online application process.
May 08, 2024
Full time
Head of Cloud Infrastructure Permanent Edinburgh/Hybrid £61,626 - £72,684 per annum (Grade M1) The Scottish Funding Council is Scotland's tertiary education and research authority. Our ambition is to make Scotland an outstanding place to learn, educate, research, and innovate - now and for the future. We invest around £2 billion every year, and our funding?enables colleges and universities to provide life-changing opportunities for over half a million people.? Job Summary Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, and supported by a small team, this post is responsible for the development, growth, management, and delivery of SFC's Cloud infrastructure and associated projects. This is high profile work as part of SFC's longer-term Digital Transformation that will turn SFC into a smarter and more secure organisation. Key Responsibilities Define and implement the strategic vision and direction of the Azure Cloud Infrastructure in alignment with business objectives and IT standards. Lead, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of Cloud IT professionals, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and customer-centric service delivery. Develop and maintain an Azure Cloud Infrastructure roadmap, addressing both short-term operational needs and long-term strategic growth objectives. Ensure robustness, scalability, security, and compliance of the Azure Cloud Infrastructure, enforcing best practices and regulatory standards. Collaborate with various internal teams and external partners to build an integrated and optimized IT infrastructure. Direct the assessment and selection of Azure Cloud services and tools, conducting cost-benefit analyses and risk assessments to inform decision-making. Oversee the design and implementation of Azure Cloud migrations, ensuring minimal business impact and maximum value realisation. Manage the budget for Azure Cloud infrastructure, ensuring cost-efficiency and value for money. Person specification It is important through your CV / Cover Letter that you give evidence of proven experience of each of the following essential criteria: Essential Requirements: Proven experience in a similar senior role, managing and developing Azure Cloud Infrastructures. Extensive knowledge of Azure services, cloud computing technologies, business IT applications, security, network configurations, and system operations. Demonstrable experience in cybersecurity best practices and the integration of cybersecurity strategies into cloud operations to mitigate potential threats. Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities, including the capacity to lead high-performing, diverse teams through prior technical coaching/leadership roles. Relevant certifications across major Cloud Providers, preferably Microsoft Azure. Degree level education (SCQF level 9) or equivalent experience Core Technical Knowledge Essential: Solid background in on premises infrastructure, virtualisation technologies or applications. Solid background in the Microsoft 365 Suite, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams Solid background in Microsoft Intune (Windows 10/11, Autopilot, Android/iOS, MAM/MDM) Proven experience in Azure Virtual Desktop deployment and management Proven experience in Azure Networking (Routing, DNS, Connectivity) Proven experience with Azure IaaS (networking, storage, virtual machines). Proven experience with Azure Backup & Recovery Services. Proven experience with Azure Governance (Blueprints, policies, tagging, cost management). Proven experience with Azure Active Directory including on premises Active Directory. Experience with Windows Server Experience with Azure Security (NSG, ASG Sentinel, Security Centre, Defender, ACL, Azure Firewall, Policy). Additional information Location SFC offers hybrid working for its employees. This means that whilst the role is based at our Edinburgh office, there is substantial opportunity to work from home most of the time. As a rule of thumb SFC expects that a minimum of three days a month in the office (on average) will achieve the benefits of its hybrid approach, however it is for the employee and their line manager to agree the balance between home and workplace working - determined primarily by business need. Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Relocation expenses are not available. Key Rewards and Benefits Normal full-time hours of work are 35 per week. We will consider flexible working arrangements. A flexi-time system is in operation. Annual leave entitlement of 26.5 days pro-rata, rising to 30 days pro-rata after 4 years' continuous service. Public and privilege holiday entitlement of 11.5 days pro-rata. A flexible approach to hybrid working. Annual pay review: approved within the framework of the Scottish Government's Public Sector Pay Policy. Eligibility to join the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Support for continuous professional development. Support for health and wellbeing, including generous occupational sick pay, free access to confidential advice and support through our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. The Selection Process Pre-Employment Checks As part of our pre-employment process, we will ask you to provide relevant documentation to show that you are eligible to work in the UK and a Basic Disclosure Scotland certificate. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this role; we do not offer sponsorships. We also take up references as part of this process. Expenses will be reimbursed for Basic Disclosure check. This will only be requested if you are appointed into the role. Disability Confident If you need any adjustments to support your application, such as information in alternative formats, please contact us and we'll do everything we can to help. If you're eligible under the Disability Confident Scheme please give details when prompted at the appropriate stage in the online application process.
Head of Cloud Infrastructure Permanent Edinburgh/Hybrid £61,626 - £72,684 per annum (Grade M1) The Scottish Funding Council is Scotland's tertiary education and research authority. Our ambition is to make Scotland an outstanding place to learn, educate, research, and innovate - now and for the future. We invest around £2 billion every year, and our funding?enables colleges and universities to provide life-changing opportunities for over half a million people.? Job Summary Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, and supported by a small team, this post is responsible for the development, growth, management, and delivery of SFC's Cloud infrastructure and associated projects. This is high profile work as part of SFC's longer-term Digital Transformation that will turn SFC into a smarter and more secure organisation. Key Responsibilities Define and implement the strategic vision and direction of the Azure Cloud Infrastructure in alignment with business objectives and IT standards. Lead, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of Cloud IT professionals, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and customer-centric service delivery. Develop and maintain an Azure Cloud Infrastructure roadmap, addressing both short-term operational needs and long-term strategic growth objectives. Ensure robustness, scalability, security, and compliance of the Azure Cloud Infrastructure, enforcing best practices and regulatory standards. Collaborate with various internal teams and external partners to build an integrated and optimized IT infrastructure. Direct the assessment and selection of Azure Cloud services and tools, conducting cost-benefit analyses and risk assessments to inform decision-making. Oversee the design and implementation of Azure Cloud migrations, ensuring minimal business impact and maximum value realisation. Manage the budget for Azure Cloud infrastructure, ensuring cost-efficiency and value for money. Person specification It is important through your CV / Cover Letter that you give evidence of proven experience of each of the following essential criteria: Essential Requirements: Proven experience in a similar senior role, managing and developing Azure Cloud Infrastructures. Extensive knowledge of Azure services, cloud computing technologies, business IT applications, security, network configurations, and system operations. Demonstrable experience in cybersecurity best practices and the integration of cybersecurity strategies into cloud operations to mitigate potential threats. Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities, including the capacity to lead high-performing, diverse teams through prior technical coaching/leadership roles. Relevant certifications across major Cloud Providers, preferably Microsoft Azure. Degree level education (SCQF level 9) or equivalent experience Core Technical Knowledge Essential: Solid background in on premises infrastructure, virtualisation technologies or applications. Solid background in the Microsoft 365 Suite, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams Solid background in Microsoft Intune (Windows 10/11, Autopilot, Android/iOS, MAM/MDM) Proven experience in Azure Virtual Desktop deployment and management Proven experience in Azure Networking (Routing, DNS, Connectivity) Proven experience with Azure IaaS (networking, storage, virtual machines). Proven experience with Azure Backup & Recovery Services. Proven experience with Azure Governance (Blueprints, policies, tagging, cost management). Proven experience with Azure Active Directory including on premises Active Directory. Experience with Windows Server Experience with Azure Security (NSG, ASG Sentinel, Security Centre, Defender, ACL, Azure Firewall, Policy). Additional information Location SFC offers hybrid working for its employees. This means that whilst the role is based at our Edinburgh office, there is substantial opportunity to work from home most of the time. As a rule of thumb SFC expects that a minimum of three days a month in the office (on average) will achieve the benefits of its hybrid approach, however it is for the employee and their line manager to agree the balance between home and workplace working - determined primarily by business need. Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Relocation expenses are not available. Key Rewards and Benefits Normal full-time hours of work are 35 per week. We will consider flexible working arrangements. A flexi-time system is in operation. Annual leave entitlement of 26.5 days pro-rata, rising to 30 days pro-rata after 4 years' continuous service. Public and privilege holiday entitlement of 11.5 days pro-rata. A flexible approach to hybrid working. Annual pay review: approved within the framework of the Scottish Government's Public Sector Pay Policy. Eligibility to join the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Support for continuous professional development. Support for health and wellbeing, including generous occupational sick pay, free access to confidential advice and support through our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. The Selection Process Pre-Employment Checks As part of our pre-employment process, we will ask you to provide relevant documentation to show that you are eligible to work in the UK and a Basic Disclosure Scotland certificate. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this role; we do not offer sponsorships. We also take up references as part of this process. Expenses will be reimbursed for Basic Disclosure check. This will only be requested if you are appointed into the role. Disability Confident If you need any adjustments to support your application, such as information in alternative formats, please contact us and we'll do everything we can to help. If you're eligible under the Disability Confident Scheme please give details when prompted at the appropriate stage in the online application process.
May 08, 2024
Full time
Head of Cloud Infrastructure Permanent Edinburgh/Hybrid £61,626 - £72,684 per annum (Grade M1) The Scottish Funding Council is Scotland's tertiary education and research authority. Our ambition is to make Scotland an outstanding place to learn, educate, research, and innovate - now and for the future. We invest around £2 billion every year, and our funding?enables colleges and universities to provide life-changing opportunities for over half a million people.? Job Summary Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, and supported by a small team, this post is responsible for the development, growth, management, and delivery of SFC's Cloud infrastructure and associated projects. This is high profile work as part of SFC's longer-term Digital Transformation that will turn SFC into a smarter and more secure organisation. Key Responsibilities Define and implement the strategic vision and direction of the Azure Cloud Infrastructure in alignment with business objectives and IT standards. Lead, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of Cloud IT professionals, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and customer-centric service delivery. Develop and maintain an Azure Cloud Infrastructure roadmap, addressing both short-term operational needs and long-term strategic growth objectives. Ensure robustness, scalability, security, and compliance of the Azure Cloud Infrastructure, enforcing best practices and regulatory standards. Collaborate with various internal teams and external partners to build an integrated and optimized IT infrastructure. Direct the assessment and selection of Azure Cloud services and tools, conducting cost-benefit analyses and risk assessments to inform decision-making. Oversee the design and implementation of Azure Cloud migrations, ensuring minimal business impact and maximum value realisation. Manage the budget for Azure Cloud infrastructure, ensuring cost-efficiency and value for money. Person specification It is important through your CV / Cover Letter that you give evidence of proven experience of each of the following essential criteria: Essential Requirements: Proven experience in a similar senior role, managing and developing Azure Cloud Infrastructures. Extensive knowledge of Azure services, cloud computing technologies, business IT applications, security, network configurations, and system operations. Demonstrable experience in cybersecurity best practices and the integration of cybersecurity strategies into cloud operations to mitigate potential threats. Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities, including the capacity to lead high-performing, diverse teams through prior technical coaching/leadership roles. Relevant certifications across major Cloud Providers, preferably Microsoft Azure. Degree level education (SCQF level 9) or equivalent experience Core Technical Knowledge Essential: Solid background in on premises infrastructure, virtualisation technologies or applications. Solid background in the Microsoft 365 Suite, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams Solid background in Microsoft Intune (Windows 10/11, Autopilot, Android/iOS, MAM/MDM) Proven experience in Azure Virtual Desktop deployment and management Proven experience in Azure Networking (Routing, DNS, Connectivity) Proven experience with Azure IaaS (networking, storage, virtual machines). Proven experience with Azure Backup & Recovery Services. Proven experience with Azure Governance (Blueprints, policies, tagging, cost management). Proven experience with Azure Active Directory including on premises Active Directory. Experience with Windows Server Experience with Azure Security (NSG, ASG Sentinel, Security Centre, Defender, ACL, Azure Firewall, Policy). Additional information Location SFC offers hybrid working for its employees. This means that whilst the role is based at our Edinburgh office, there is substantial opportunity to work from home most of the time. As a rule of thumb SFC expects that a minimum of three days a month in the office (on average) will achieve the benefits of its hybrid approach, however it is for the employee and their line manager to agree the balance between home and workplace working - determined primarily by business need. Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Relocation expenses are not available. Key Rewards and Benefits Normal full-time hours of work are 35 per week. We will consider flexible working arrangements. A flexi-time system is in operation. Annual leave entitlement of 26.5 days pro-rata, rising to 30 days pro-rata after 4 years' continuous service. Public and privilege holiday entitlement of 11.5 days pro-rata. A flexible approach to hybrid working. Annual pay review: approved within the framework of the Scottish Government's Public Sector Pay Policy. Eligibility to join the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Support for continuous professional development. Support for health and wellbeing, including generous occupational sick pay, free access to confidential advice and support through our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. The Selection Process Pre-Employment Checks As part of our pre-employment process, we will ask you to provide relevant documentation to show that you are eligible to work in the UK and a Basic Disclosure Scotland certificate. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this role; we do not offer sponsorships. We also take up references as part of this process. Expenses will be reimbursed for Basic Disclosure check. This will only be requested if you are appointed into the role. Disability Confident If you need any adjustments to support your application, such as information in alternative formats, please contact us and we'll do everything we can to help. If you're eligible under the Disability Confident Scheme please give details when prompted at the appropriate stage in the online application process.