Opportunity
We have a great opportunity for a C# .NET Software Developer to join our fantastic Power software development team based in Cambridge.
GMSL
GMSL is the market-leading provider of 24/7 energy portfolio management services and software in Europe and plays a vital role in the energy business. We have unparalleled expertise in the industry, built up over 25 years of operating in energy markets throughout Europe.
Our software is used by some of the largest energy companies in the world and is developed using our unique operations experience, giving us clear insight into our customers’ needs.
We have a fantastic team of people and have a well-developed human-centred understanding of how to develop software, so this is a great opportunity for someone who wants to join a friendly, small and highly technical team where you can have a real impact.
The role
You will be embedded as a full-stack developer in one of our small agile development teams. You will collaborate alongside the product owner, tester and other developers to develop features for PowerTrak, one of our leading software products.
Our view of agile software development is inspired by eXtreme Programming rather than Scrum. We focus more on the technical practices that enable agility, such as TDD, Pair Programming, SOLID, Simple Design etc. but we do find some of the rituals useful, such as Daily Stand-ups and Retrospectives.
The product
PowerTrak is a web application that provides comprehensive coverage of the European power markets, enabling users to schedule trades and crossborder flows from the UK down to Italy. PowerTrak is used in-house by the GMSL operations team to provide power scheduling services to a wide variety of customers including large banks, energy and trading companies. It is also licenced by customers who use it within their own operations teams.
The technology
PowerTrak uses a variety of technology, so any experience of the following would be great:
C#
.NET Core (MVC, RESTful Web APIs, dependency injection)
SQL Server, Entity Framework
HTML, CSS, jQuery
Your skills
You will be the sort of person who enjoys getting things done.
You will need to be great at thinking logically, but also laterally.
You must be able to communicate your thoughts well.
You should enjoy collaborating with others and relish solving challenging problems.
Your experience
You will have a minimum of five years development experience using C# & .NET in a commercial environment.
Experience of enterprise product development would be particulalry relevant to our business.
You will be comfortable working in an agile environment. Experience of any eXtreme Programming practices that are key to being agile, such as TDD, Pair Programming, SOLID, Simple Design would also be beneficial.
Salary
Salary will be reflective of your level of experience.
Location Cambridge – Hybrid (2-3 days a week in office)
Job type Permanent
Hours Mon-Fri, 37.5 hours per week
All our teams spend at least one day a week in the office and this role requires 2-3 days a week in office, so you need to be based within easy travel to Cambridge
Benefits
Our benefits include:
Annual bonus scheme
Company pension scheme (6% employer contribution)
25 days’ holiday
Private health care
Flexible working hours and remote working
Casual dress and a relaxed environment
Employee assistance program
Loyal service award
Cycle to Work scheme
Fresh fruit and great coffee
Free access to Cambridge University Botanic Gardens
Monthly team pub lunches
Working at GMSL
We are a small team. We have around 30 people in our software team, so even though we are a part of a company of around 100 people overall, the software team has retained a small team “startup” feel. Your colleagues will be from a wide variety of backgrounds – we encourage diversity, openness and gender equality.
We value the long-term. The success and stability that comes from 25+ years’ experience in software development means we value the long-term in terms of software development and the development of our people.
We empower teams and individuals. Teams are empowered to own their products. Individuals are empowered to make meaningful contributions at every level.
We are agile. We develop using an agile approach, which focuses on our ability to respond to change. We broadly follow XP practices, but we take a pretty pragmatic view about this. We adapt our processes to support the context, rather than follow a standard rigid process for all situations. We trust the teams who do the work to decide how best to do it.
We strive to make GMSL a great place to work. The management team are friendly, approachable and care personally about the people on their team. Managers consider the people on their team as the first priority and take our people’s personal situations into account in decision-making wherever they can.
We are flexible. Our teams typically work at least one day a week in our office in Cambridge, and the rest of the time working from home. We also have a day a month where the whole software department come in and we all go to the pub for lunch. Hours are flexible and are based on the needs of the team.
How to apply
Simply email us your CV and covering letter to recruit@gmsl.co.uk.
We will only consider people with a valid UK work permit.
GMSL have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK, proof of right to work in the UK will be requested prior to employment.
Salary depends on your level of experience.
Recruitment Agencies
We are not currently accepting recruitment agency applications, we’ll be in touch if we need you to help us. Thanks for your understanding.
Mar 01, 2024
Full time
Opportunity
We have a great opportunity for a C# .NET Software Developer to join our fantastic Power software development team based in Cambridge.
GMSL
GMSL is the market-leading provider of 24/7 energy portfolio management services and software in Europe and plays a vital role in the energy business. We have unparalleled expertise in the industry, built up over 25 years of operating in energy markets throughout Europe.
Our software is used by some of the largest energy companies in the world and is developed using our unique operations experience, giving us clear insight into our customers’ needs.
We have a fantastic team of people and have a well-developed human-centred understanding of how to develop software, so this is a great opportunity for someone who wants to join a friendly, small and highly technical team where you can have a real impact.
The role
You will be embedded as a full-stack developer in one of our small agile development teams. You will collaborate alongside the product owner, tester and other developers to develop features for PowerTrak, one of our leading software products.
Our view of agile software development is inspired by eXtreme Programming rather than Scrum. We focus more on the technical practices that enable agility, such as TDD, Pair Programming, SOLID, Simple Design etc. but we do find some of the rituals useful, such as Daily Stand-ups and Retrospectives.
The product
PowerTrak is a web application that provides comprehensive coverage of the European power markets, enabling users to schedule trades and crossborder flows from the UK down to Italy. PowerTrak is used in-house by the GMSL operations team to provide power scheduling services to a wide variety of customers including large banks, energy and trading companies. It is also licenced by customers who use it within their own operations teams.
The technology
PowerTrak uses a variety of technology, so any experience of the following would be great:
C#
.NET Core (MVC, RESTful Web APIs, dependency injection)
SQL Server, Entity Framework
HTML, CSS, jQuery
Your skills
You will be the sort of person who enjoys getting things done.
You will need to be great at thinking logically, but also laterally.
You must be able to communicate your thoughts well.
You should enjoy collaborating with others and relish solving challenging problems.
Your experience
You will have a minimum of five years development experience using C# & .NET in a commercial environment.
Experience of enterprise product development would be particulalry relevant to our business.
You will be comfortable working in an agile environment. Experience of any eXtreme Programming practices that are key to being agile, such as TDD, Pair Programming, SOLID, Simple Design would also be beneficial.
Salary
Salary will be reflective of your level of experience.
Location Cambridge – Hybrid (2-3 days a week in office)
Job type Permanent
Hours Mon-Fri, 37.5 hours per week
All our teams spend at least one day a week in the office and this role requires 2-3 days a week in office, so you need to be based within easy travel to Cambridge
Benefits
Our benefits include:
Annual bonus scheme
Company pension scheme (6% employer contribution)
25 days’ holiday
Private health care
Flexible working hours and remote working
Casual dress and a relaxed environment
Employee assistance program
Loyal service award
Cycle to Work scheme
Fresh fruit and great coffee
Free access to Cambridge University Botanic Gardens
Monthly team pub lunches
Working at GMSL
We are a small team. We have around 30 people in our software team, so even though we are a part of a company of around 100 people overall, the software team has retained a small team “startup” feel. Your colleagues will be from a wide variety of backgrounds – we encourage diversity, openness and gender equality.
We value the long-term. The success and stability that comes from 25+ years’ experience in software development means we value the long-term in terms of software development and the development of our people.
We empower teams and individuals. Teams are empowered to own their products. Individuals are empowered to make meaningful contributions at every level.
We are agile. We develop using an agile approach, which focuses on our ability to respond to change. We broadly follow XP practices, but we take a pretty pragmatic view about this. We adapt our processes to support the context, rather than follow a standard rigid process for all situations. We trust the teams who do the work to decide how best to do it.
We strive to make GMSL a great place to work. The management team are friendly, approachable and care personally about the people on their team. Managers consider the people on their team as the first priority and take our people’s personal situations into account in decision-making wherever they can.
We are flexible. Our teams typically work at least one day a week in our office in Cambridge, and the rest of the time working from home. We also have a day a month where the whole software department come in and we all go to the pub for lunch. Hours are flexible and are based on the needs of the team.
How to apply
Simply email us your CV and covering letter to recruit@gmsl.co.uk.
We will only consider people with a valid UK work permit.
GMSL have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK, proof of right to work in the UK will be requested prior to employment.
Salary depends on your level of experience.
Recruitment Agencies
We are not currently accepting recruitment agency applications, we’ll be in touch if we need you to help us. Thanks for your understanding.
The Lead Tester will sit within the Kuro Health Product Team and lead functional testing and test co-ordination as the Group moves forward with a number of new IT platform implementations and enhancements.
You will be responsible for ensuring that new developments are thoroughly and meticulously tested, with issues identified and passed back to the developers for further work as well establishing test processes and practices.
With experience of planning and executing test cycles in an agile delivery environment, this role would suit someone with testing experience as part of a test team, wanting to take a first step into a test lead role.
A full-time post, working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday. Remote working, but occasional requirement to attend a site office.
Key accountabilities & responsibilities
Works closely with the product owners to determine the scope of testing for each release based on the requirements.
Constructs well structured test plans and test cases, confirms and manages own time against effort estimates.
Agrees testing metrics and success criteria with the product team. Ensures quality criteria are met prior to sign-off for release.
Executes testing against test plans.
Works with product and development resources to ensure that any defects are appropriately recorded and prioritised.
Identifies any risks and issues relating to testing and escalates appropriately.
Tracks progress and QA metrics, communicates the status of testing clearly ensuring all interested parties receive regular updates.
Creates standard test collateral for re-use as required such as test plans, test and defect reports.
Provides knowledge of testing best practice throughout the development lifecycle.
Supports UAT of changes and releases within the business units, including collating and prioritising defects, managing retests and reporting on test progress.
Proactively identifies areas for improvement in testing, establishing and presenting recommendations to the Product Manager.
Demonstrates excellent communication and collaboration within the scrum environment.
Key Relationships
Develops strong relationships with Product, Development and operational delivery teams to ensure that testing can be executed effectively.
Person Specification
Experience - Essential
Functional testing experience in an agile delivery environment and knowledge of software testing.
Experience of creating and maintaining test plans.
Experience of working with 3rd party suppliers.
Experience of working in a cross-functional environment with product owners, business analysts, developers, business testers and operational stakeholders.
Education and qualifications - Desirable
ISTQB/ISEB Testing Certification
Skills and knowledge - Essential
Excellent test planning and co-ordination skills
Understanding of testing best practices
Clear communicator
Skills and knowledge - Essential
Case management and workflow systems
API testing
Behaviour - Essential
Self-motivated and proactive. High levels of commitment and enthusiasm
Happy to get hands dirty where required!
Collaborative style with the ability to influence others
Positive professional attitude to getting things done
Innovative, constantly looking for new opportunities and solutions
Works well as part of a team
Role conditional on passing employee vetting process which includes a 5 year employment reference check, 3 year financial probity and basic criminal disclosure check.
We offer an unrivalled benefits package including flexible working arrangements, enhanced maternity & paternity, medical cash plan, company sick pay, 5% matched pension, up to 27 days paid holiday (subject to length of service increments) plus bank holidays on top and option to top up by 5 days per year through our flexible leave scheme.
Kuro Health actively promotes equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from a wide range of candidates with the right mix of talent, skills and potential.
Sep 18, 2023
Full time
The Lead Tester will sit within the Kuro Health Product Team and lead functional testing and test co-ordination as the Group moves forward with a number of new IT platform implementations and enhancements.
You will be responsible for ensuring that new developments are thoroughly and meticulously tested, with issues identified and passed back to the developers for further work as well establishing test processes and practices.
With experience of planning and executing test cycles in an agile delivery environment, this role would suit someone with testing experience as part of a test team, wanting to take a first step into a test lead role.
A full-time post, working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday. Remote working, but occasional requirement to attend a site office.
Key accountabilities & responsibilities
Works closely with the product owners to determine the scope of testing for each release based on the requirements.
Constructs well structured test plans and test cases, confirms and manages own time against effort estimates.
Agrees testing metrics and success criteria with the product team. Ensures quality criteria are met prior to sign-off for release.
Executes testing against test plans.
Works with product and development resources to ensure that any defects are appropriately recorded and prioritised.
Identifies any risks and issues relating to testing and escalates appropriately.
Tracks progress and QA metrics, communicates the status of testing clearly ensuring all interested parties receive regular updates.
Creates standard test collateral for re-use as required such as test plans, test and defect reports.
Provides knowledge of testing best practice throughout the development lifecycle.
Supports UAT of changes and releases within the business units, including collating and prioritising defects, managing retests and reporting on test progress.
Proactively identifies areas for improvement in testing, establishing and presenting recommendations to the Product Manager.
Demonstrates excellent communication and collaboration within the scrum environment.
Key Relationships
Develops strong relationships with Product, Development and operational delivery teams to ensure that testing can be executed effectively.
Person Specification
Experience - Essential
Functional testing experience in an agile delivery environment and knowledge of software testing.
Experience of creating and maintaining test plans.
Experience of working with 3rd party suppliers.
Experience of working in a cross-functional environment with product owners, business analysts, developers, business testers and operational stakeholders.
Education and qualifications - Desirable
ISTQB/ISEB Testing Certification
Skills and knowledge - Essential
Excellent test planning and co-ordination skills
Understanding of testing best practices
Clear communicator
Skills and knowledge - Essential
Case management and workflow systems
API testing
Behaviour - Essential
Self-motivated and proactive. High levels of commitment and enthusiasm
Happy to get hands dirty where required!
Collaborative style with the ability to influence others
Positive professional attitude to getting things done
Innovative, constantly looking for new opportunities and solutions
Works well as part of a team
Role conditional on passing employee vetting process which includes a 5 year employment reference check, 3 year financial probity and basic criminal disclosure check.
We offer an unrivalled benefits package including flexible working arrangements, enhanced maternity & paternity, medical cash plan, company sick pay, 5% matched pension, up to 27 days paid holiday (subject to length of service increments) plus bank holidays on top and option to top up by 5 days per year through our flexible leave scheme.
Kuro Health actively promotes equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from a wide range of candidates with the right mix of talent, skills and potential.
Our Head of CRM & Data Management will join a small fast paced team, with the ideal candidate having a background in SME’s working technically hands on with a strong understanding of HUBSPOT and data management.
The core purpose for this role in its first year is to lead on hubspot usage, educating and consulting with teams, reviewing, identifying and implementing solutions to help future proof the platform. You will be our in-house expert supporting a workforce of (approx.) 70 and have a strong understanding of CRM systems terminology and use at SME level. We are looking for someone who can ensure effective workflows.
You will be responsible for managing and overseeing our CRM whilst providing some light touch support on wider systems day to day. Our ideal candidate will have experience specifically working with Hubspot, with some understanding of Wordpress.
Working closely with our 3rd party support partners you will be responsible for finding the most efficient ways of using the CRM and systems environment more effectively.
Our Head of CRM & Data Management will have strong project management skills and technical ability. You will have demonstrable experience leading effective data management practices and processes.
If you are an experienced Hubspot CRM & Data Manager, Head of CRM or CRM Executive and are looking for a business where you can further your career, take autonomy and lead a visionary function then this opportunity is not to be missed!
LOCATION: UK-Wide, hybrid working available with offices in MediaCityUK, Bristol and London
SALARY: FTE £45,000
CONTRACT: Initial 1-year initial fixed term full time OR min 3 days per week, scope to become permanent. Flexible hours.
TO APPLY: Email your CV, cover letter and/or 1-2-minute video link* to jobs@wearecreative.uk by 28th July 2023 midday. Please complete our anonymous diversity and inclusion survey. Interviews will take place by video conference 4th August, short notice period/ immediate appointment preferred.
* Video link optional. Creative UK is an inclusive recruiter and happy to make adjustments to our selection process by request
CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES
Day to day CRM and data queries, working closely with 3rd party support where required
Auditing CRM use and recommended solutions for developing usage across wider teams
Lead internal training
Lead data management, sharing, processing and solutions to data-related problems
Manage processes that are conducive to increasing productivity, continuous integration and improvement.
Lead an internal data review, consultation, recommendations and project management
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
HUBSPOT CRM
Support the team with campaign building and driving customer acquisition across our product portfolio.
Create and manage membership engagement campaigns and workflows
End-to-end email testing for link accuracy, legal compliance, mobile optimisation & deliverability
Manage campaign segmentation and data selection
Setting up automation systems to support lead nurturing through the funnel
Own, manage and maintain customer and prospect data in the CRM system, and work with teams to ensure accuracy and completeness
Analyse customer and lead data and behaviour to identify trends and insights that can inform marketing and communication strategies
Ongoing development of a suite of reports for marketing, sales and operations
Ongoing support and management of the Sales Hub, Marketing Hub and Operations Hub
Ongoing support and training to teams
DATA MANAGEMENT
Maintain and improve data management processes and accuracy across systems; primarily Hubspot and Office365 (used for wider company data storage)
Ongoing management of data imports, cleansing, duplication, data enrichment, list management and data compliance
Improve policies and procedures for data management, sharing and processing
Work closely with the Marketing team to understand Hubspot integrations e.g. website, events, stripe - ensuring the CRM is linked and effective across integrations
OTHER
Provide light touch support to our Office365 environment e.g. ad-hoc updating of user permissions, monitoring of data storage, distribution lists (training will be provided)
Ensure management of CRM and data is strategic, utilising subscriptions and negotiating costs where required
Work with the wider team to ensure our digital offerings to stakeholders are appropriate, secure and connected
This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive; it is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility at the time of writing
Required Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
CRM DEVELOPMENT experience, must have strong experience of work with HUBSPOT
Previous experience of working with large data sets and migrating data
PRO-ACTIVE, able to show initiative and to drive activity within deadlines.
Excellent COMMUNICATION skills, able to engage effectively with colleagues at all levels.
ORGANISED with experience of working to tight deadlines.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT: knowledge of tools and managing projects from start to end
DATA MANAGEMENT experience with data functions (collection, analysis, distribution, GDPR)
Knowledge of Office365 & Wordpress (desirable)
All our employees will be expected to demonstrate behaviours associated with our company values. Our values drive the way we work; how we do things is just as important as what we do.
We join the dots; collaboration is in our DNA
We support and empower; we are here to make a difference
We are curious, open & honest
We celebrate difference & value equality of opportunity
OUR PEOPLE PERKS
Fully flexible hybrid working
Pension enrolment from 3 months service, 5% employer contribution
Cycle 2 Work scheme, in partnership with Halfords
Benefits hub, discounts across a broad range of partners
Life Assurance & BUPA private medical (1 years service)
Employee Assistance Programme, Health Assured
Mental Health Guardians
Summer Fridays, finish at 3pm every Friday throughout July & August
Your birthday off as paid leave, extra days off over the annual festive period
2 paid volunteer days per year to give something back to the community
Diversity Changes Everything: We value difference and celebrate the creativity that it brings.
We are committed to improving diversity and inclusion across our organisation and industry by championing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, identities and talents.
Jul 05, 2023
Full time
Our Head of CRM & Data Management will join a small fast paced team, with the ideal candidate having a background in SME’s working technically hands on with a strong understanding of HUBSPOT and data management.
The core purpose for this role in its first year is to lead on hubspot usage, educating and consulting with teams, reviewing, identifying and implementing solutions to help future proof the platform. You will be our in-house expert supporting a workforce of (approx.) 70 and have a strong understanding of CRM systems terminology and use at SME level. We are looking for someone who can ensure effective workflows.
You will be responsible for managing and overseeing our CRM whilst providing some light touch support on wider systems day to day. Our ideal candidate will have experience specifically working with Hubspot, with some understanding of Wordpress.
Working closely with our 3rd party support partners you will be responsible for finding the most efficient ways of using the CRM and systems environment more effectively.
Our Head of CRM & Data Management will have strong project management skills and technical ability. You will have demonstrable experience leading effective data management practices and processes.
If you are an experienced Hubspot CRM & Data Manager, Head of CRM or CRM Executive and are looking for a business where you can further your career, take autonomy and lead a visionary function then this opportunity is not to be missed!
LOCATION: UK-Wide, hybrid working available with offices in MediaCityUK, Bristol and London
SALARY: FTE £45,000
CONTRACT: Initial 1-year initial fixed term full time OR min 3 days per week, scope to become permanent. Flexible hours.
TO APPLY: Email your CV, cover letter and/or 1-2-minute video link* to jobs@wearecreative.uk by 28th July 2023 midday. Please complete our anonymous diversity and inclusion survey. Interviews will take place by video conference 4th August, short notice period/ immediate appointment preferred.
* Video link optional. Creative UK is an inclusive recruiter and happy to make adjustments to our selection process by request
CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES
Day to day CRM and data queries, working closely with 3rd party support where required
Auditing CRM use and recommended solutions for developing usage across wider teams
Lead internal training
Lead data management, sharing, processing and solutions to data-related problems
Manage processes that are conducive to increasing productivity, continuous integration and improvement.
Lead an internal data review, consultation, recommendations and project management
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
HUBSPOT CRM
Support the team with campaign building and driving customer acquisition across our product portfolio.
Create and manage membership engagement campaigns and workflows
End-to-end email testing for link accuracy, legal compliance, mobile optimisation & deliverability
Manage campaign segmentation and data selection
Setting up automation systems to support lead nurturing through the funnel
Own, manage and maintain customer and prospect data in the CRM system, and work with teams to ensure accuracy and completeness
Analyse customer and lead data and behaviour to identify trends and insights that can inform marketing and communication strategies
Ongoing development of a suite of reports for marketing, sales and operations
Ongoing support and management of the Sales Hub, Marketing Hub and Operations Hub
Ongoing support and training to teams
DATA MANAGEMENT
Maintain and improve data management processes and accuracy across systems; primarily Hubspot and Office365 (used for wider company data storage)
Ongoing management of data imports, cleansing, duplication, data enrichment, list management and data compliance
Improve policies and procedures for data management, sharing and processing
Work closely with the Marketing team to understand Hubspot integrations e.g. website, events, stripe - ensuring the CRM is linked and effective across integrations
OTHER
Provide light touch support to our Office365 environment e.g. ad-hoc updating of user permissions, monitoring of data storage, distribution lists (training will be provided)
Ensure management of CRM and data is strategic, utilising subscriptions and negotiating costs where required
Work with the wider team to ensure our digital offerings to stakeholders are appropriate, secure and connected
This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive; it is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility at the time of writing
Required Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
CRM DEVELOPMENT experience, must have strong experience of work with HUBSPOT
Previous experience of working with large data sets and migrating data
PRO-ACTIVE, able to show initiative and to drive activity within deadlines.
Excellent COMMUNICATION skills, able to engage effectively with colleagues at all levels.
ORGANISED with experience of working to tight deadlines.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT: knowledge of tools and managing projects from start to end
DATA MANAGEMENT experience with data functions (collection, analysis, distribution, GDPR)
Knowledge of Office365 & Wordpress (desirable)
All our employees will be expected to demonstrate behaviours associated with our company values. Our values drive the way we work; how we do things is just as important as what we do.
We join the dots; collaboration is in our DNA
We support and empower; we are here to make a difference
We are curious, open & honest
We celebrate difference & value equality of opportunity
OUR PEOPLE PERKS
Fully flexible hybrid working
Pension enrolment from 3 months service, 5% employer contribution
Cycle 2 Work scheme, in partnership with Halfords
Benefits hub, discounts across a broad range of partners
Life Assurance & BUPA private medical (1 years service)
Employee Assistance Programme, Health Assured
Mental Health Guardians
Summer Fridays, finish at 3pm every Friday throughout July & August
Your birthday off as paid leave, extra days off over the annual festive period
2 paid volunteer days per year to give something back to the community
Diversity Changes Everything: We value difference and celebrate the creativity that it brings.
We are committed to improving diversity and inclusion across our organisation and industry by championing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, identities and talents.
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
East And North Herts Nhs Trust
Lister Hospital, Coreys Mill Lane, Stevenage, UK
It is an exciting time to join us here at East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust. Digital technology is helping to change the way that we care for patients and the Digital Team is at the forefront of those changes, delivering our digital roadmap to support our clinical strategy.
This is an exciting and challenging role that will play a key part in making a real digital difference to our Clinical and operational colleagues as well as our patients and wider Hertfordshire community.
In this high profile role, you will have accountability for the successful development and delivery of the Trust 's digital programme, with overall responsibility for managing the digital portfolio and the successful delivery of all supporting workstreams. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation to support this delivery and adoption of digital transformation.
In addition to digital programme delivery, you will also have responsibility for managing the financial resources and contracts relating to your portfolio, as well as leading and inspiring your team and others around you.
At East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general and specialist services we provide and our 6,000 or so dedicated staff ensure our patients get the best care. Our ability to be flexible and innovative in the way in which we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now.
We run the following hospitals: • The Lister Hospital, Stevenage • New Queen Elizabeth II (New QEII), Welwyn Garden City • Hertford County, Hertford • Mount Vernon Cancer Centre (MVCC), Northwood
We have ambitious plans to become an outstanding, patient-led Trust where dedicated staff provide high-quality, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation and our staff and patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda.
We are committed to a positive work life balance for our employees. This means that any employee is entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns and we are committed to listen and consider all requests. Such requests, of course, have to be made and considered formally, and will need to be balanced against service needs, but our starting point will always be to find ways to support making them happen.
Dec 30, 2022
Full time
It is an exciting time to join us here at East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust. Digital technology is helping to change the way that we care for patients and the Digital Team is at the forefront of those changes, delivering our digital roadmap to support our clinical strategy.
This is an exciting and challenging role that will play a key part in making a real digital difference to our Clinical and operational colleagues as well as our patients and wider Hertfordshire community.
In this high profile role, you will have accountability for the successful development and delivery of the Trust 's digital programme, with overall responsibility for managing the digital portfolio and the successful delivery of all supporting workstreams. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation to support this delivery and adoption of digital transformation.
In addition to digital programme delivery, you will also have responsibility for managing the financial resources and contracts relating to your portfolio, as well as leading and inspiring your team and others around you.
At East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general and specialist services we provide and our 6,000 or so dedicated staff ensure our patients get the best care. Our ability to be flexible and innovative in the way in which we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now.
We run the following hospitals: • The Lister Hospital, Stevenage • New Queen Elizabeth II (New QEII), Welwyn Garden City • Hertford County, Hertford • Mount Vernon Cancer Centre (MVCC), Northwood
We have ambitious plans to become an outstanding, patient-led Trust where dedicated staff provide high-quality, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation and our staff and patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda.
We are committed to a positive work life balance for our employees. This means that any employee is entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns and we are committed to listen and consider all requests. Such requests, of course, have to be made and considered formally, and will need to be balanced against service needs, but our starting point will always be to find ways to support making them happen.
Job Summary:
The Security Systems Support Engineer (SSE) is an embedded role, with one of Pinkerton's largest clients (Fortune 500 company). The SSE will on a day-to-day basis, manage and maintain a strong working relationship with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the timely triaging, escalation, resolution, and coordination of all activities relating to the enterprise electronic security system to minimize system downtime.
The Engineer provides reactive (including out of hours on call) first-line technical support to service requests with remote diagnosis and resolution of system faults and proactively monitors the health of all security systems and devices. This position can be based anywhere (remote) within the United Kingdom.
Essential Functions:
Represent Pinkerton's core values of integrity, vigilance, and excellence.
Maintain currency (working practices, risk, threat, regulatory, standards, technology) to ensure the delivery of the essential skills of the role.
Maintain accurate, up to date trackers/reporting tools and provide daily, weekly, and monthly reporting metrics.
Mitigate any associated risks and develop (with the appointed installation provider) a coordinated project schedule/plan.
Monitor the various email security support aliases, triage, prioritise, and respond within the agreed response times.
Ensure all faults are captured accurately in the tracker ticketing system.
Provide remote investigation, first line support of all security systems, with escalations to appropriate resources.
Provide first line support to the Security Operations Centre's for all reported security system issues, escalating accordingly after triage.
Provide first line diagnostics of system issues prior to call outs being raised with the security vendor.
Following first line review and diagnostics of any security system faults, provide supporting information of the issue to the security vendor to enable them to provide a costing for site attendance or to expediate a quicker resolution provides estimated cost based upon the approved ROM calculator.
Obtain confirmation from the business owner of related break-fix costs and once approved provide purchase order confirmation to the point of contact or the security vendor and instruct to attend site.
Record and keep updated the break-fix call out log tracking and ticketing system at all stages, so it reflects the latest status of the call out/issue. This will include escalation, update, rectification notes, financials, and any associated correspondence.
Coordinate any works and site visits relating to the security systems with other parties and stakeholders on site following their processes as required.
Support with the coordination and oversee the execution of the planned preventative maintenance delivery by approved security vendors and validate their work in accordance with the clients' expectations.
Review any remediation proposal provided by the approved security vendors to ensure suitability prior to submittal for client for approval.
Escalate any concerns which impact on the security systems' performance to the EMEA Supplier Manager.
Perform routine daily, weekly, and monthly spot checks on the systems to verify their correct operations and where required provide reports.
Conduct signal review - using the site signal trace – identify any items in the system tree that need review and provide a detailed breakdown of each devices reported activity along with any devices needing special attention.
Support the EMEA Supplier Manager with managing the EMEA approved security device/vendor list by providing feedback and input on supplier/device performance with recommendations for areas of improvement.
Contribute to the development and continual improvement of the EMEA regional specific standards, processes and supporting documentation. Ensure all processes are optimized and continually aligned to the client requirements.
All other duties assigned.
Education, Experience, and Certifications:
Bachelor's degree and five or more years of experience gained in an engineering capacity of installing, servicing, commissioning, technical support role, managing the deployment of standalone and integrated physical electronic security systems.
Competencies:
Thorough understanding of IT principles and practices.
Good understanding of enterprise security in a business environment.
Solid understanding of security operations, design, and systems integration.
Understanding of security systems Analog and IP CCTV, Access Control, Intrusion – intimate knowledge of Lenel, Milestone and Galaxy are desirable but the ability to learn these systems is critical.
Knowledge of local code/regulation/legislation knowledge for EMEA is desirable.
Able to take accountability and ownership of issues, actions, decisions, and outcomes.
Adaptable to work variations while ensuring on-going performance effectiveness.
Pinkerton is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race/ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital/prenatal status, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, religion, creed, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any protected status by local, state, federal or country-specific law.
Jun 12, 2022
Full time
Job Summary:
The Security Systems Support Engineer (SSE) is an embedded role, with one of Pinkerton's largest clients (Fortune 500 company). The SSE will on a day-to-day basis, manage and maintain a strong working relationship with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the timely triaging, escalation, resolution, and coordination of all activities relating to the enterprise electronic security system to minimize system downtime.
The Engineer provides reactive (including out of hours on call) first-line technical support to service requests with remote diagnosis and resolution of system faults and proactively monitors the health of all security systems and devices. This position can be based anywhere (remote) within the United Kingdom.
Essential Functions:
Represent Pinkerton's core values of integrity, vigilance, and excellence.
Maintain currency (working practices, risk, threat, regulatory, standards, technology) to ensure the delivery of the essential skills of the role.
Maintain accurate, up to date trackers/reporting tools and provide daily, weekly, and monthly reporting metrics.
Mitigate any associated risks and develop (with the appointed installation provider) a coordinated project schedule/plan.
Monitor the various email security support aliases, triage, prioritise, and respond within the agreed response times.
Ensure all faults are captured accurately in the tracker ticketing system.
Provide remote investigation, first line support of all security systems, with escalations to appropriate resources.
Provide first line support to the Security Operations Centre's for all reported security system issues, escalating accordingly after triage.
Provide first line diagnostics of system issues prior to call outs being raised with the security vendor.
Following first line review and diagnostics of any security system faults, provide supporting information of the issue to the security vendor to enable them to provide a costing for site attendance or to expediate a quicker resolution provides estimated cost based upon the approved ROM calculator.
Obtain confirmation from the business owner of related break-fix costs and once approved provide purchase order confirmation to the point of contact or the security vendor and instruct to attend site.
Record and keep updated the break-fix call out log tracking and ticketing system at all stages, so it reflects the latest status of the call out/issue. This will include escalation, update, rectification notes, financials, and any associated correspondence.
Coordinate any works and site visits relating to the security systems with other parties and stakeholders on site following their processes as required.
Support with the coordination and oversee the execution of the planned preventative maintenance delivery by approved security vendors and validate their work in accordance with the clients' expectations.
Review any remediation proposal provided by the approved security vendors to ensure suitability prior to submittal for client for approval.
Escalate any concerns which impact on the security systems' performance to the EMEA Supplier Manager.
Perform routine daily, weekly, and monthly spot checks on the systems to verify their correct operations and where required provide reports.
Conduct signal review - using the site signal trace – identify any items in the system tree that need review and provide a detailed breakdown of each devices reported activity along with any devices needing special attention.
Support the EMEA Supplier Manager with managing the EMEA approved security device/vendor list by providing feedback and input on supplier/device performance with recommendations for areas of improvement.
Contribute to the development and continual improvement of the EMEA regional specific standards, processes and supporting documentation. Ensure all processes are optimized and continually aligned to the client requirements.
All other duties assigned.
Education, Experience, and Certifications:
Bachelor's degree and five or more years of experience gained in an engineering capacity of installing, servicing, commissioning, technical support role, managing the deployment of standalone and integrated physical electronic security systems.
Competencies:
Thorough understanding of IT principles and practices.
Good understanding of enterprise security in a business environment.
Solid understanding of security operations, design, and systems integration.
Understanding of security systems Analog and IP CCTV, Access Control, Intrusion – intimate knowledge of Lenel, Milestone and Galaxy are desirable but the ability to learn these systems is critical.
Knowledge of local code/regulation/legislation knowledge for EMEA is desirable.
Able to take accountability and ownership of issues, actions, decisions, and outcomes.
Adaptable to work variations while ensuring on-going performance effectiveness.
Pinkerton is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race/ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital/prenatal status, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, religion, creed, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any protected status by local, state, federal or country-specific law.
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
.
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
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
.
We are looking for an experienced data driven Performance Operations Manager with a good knowledge of the IT estate - OSS/BSS/CRM/ORM that supports websites and apps. Also required is some management experience as it will be managing a small team of people. This is for an Initial 6 month contract working for a high profile company in Reading that have hybrid working with 2 days in the office. The role will involve leading a team of Operations/Analytical professionals who provide Service insights and hold delivery teams to account on ensuring minimum service quality measures are met and upheld in live operation for IT & Infrastructure technologies. You will also be measuring what level of assurance is required to ensure the Service is being operated at its most optimal level of efficiency and effectiveness. What experience is needed A solid technical background with applications and infrastructure Good knowledge of an IT estate - OSS/BSS/CRM/ORM that supports websites and apps Experience of toolsets for data driven operations - i.e. writing reports/dashboards using the technical stack Ability to be able to create, design and establish reporting across various areas Line management experience of leading a team Experience of working with and influencing various levels of management, building relationships and influence across teams and a wider community of other leaders and managers Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
May 21, 2024
Contractor
We are looking for an experienced data driven Performance Operations Manager with a good knowledge of the IT estate - OSS/BSS/CRM/ORM that supports websites and apps. Also required is some management experience as it will be managing a small team of people. This is for an Initial 6 month contract working for a high profile company in Reading that have hybrid working with 2 days in the office. The role will involve leading a team of Operations/Analytical professionals who provide Service insights and hold delivery teams to account on ensuring minimum service quality measures are met and upheld in live operation for IT & Infrastructure technologies. You will also be measuring what level of assurance is required to ensure the Service is being operated at its most optimal level of efficiency and effectiveness. What experience is needed A solid technical background with applications and infrastructure Good knowledge of an IT estate - OSS/BSS/CRM/ORM that supports websites and apps Experience of toolsets for data driven operations - i.e. writing reports/dashboards using the technical stack Ability to be able to create, design and establish reporting across various areas Line management experience of leading a team Experience of working with and influencing various levels of management, building relationships and influence across teams and a wider community of other leaders and managers Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Our client are seeking a dedicated and motivated technical support specialist to join their expanding team based in Fareham. The technical support specialist will play a central role in supporting all departments with various technical aspects of their organisation . This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate looking to develop and learn new skills. Knowledge of Databases and the ability to read or understand code (HTML or XML) would be highly desirable. This role is on-site in Fareham with Fridays working from home. Key responsibilities: Technical Issues First point of contact for technical issues for internal and external. Initial testing, reproducing and validating. Communicate with the CTO about issues and create tickets in Jira for the development team to work on. Liaising with the support team on Jira tickets, work progress, prioritisation of tickets. QA Testing of resolved issues and managing their release to production. Responding to incoming queries from clients or members of the public by email or phone. Account Setup and Management - Setting up new accounts and updating existing accounts with new information. Weekly update of Hero Ads and Homepage listings Manage spam and suspicious emails Skills / Experience Strong technical ability with a thorough understanding of databases, website coding (ability to read/understand code, this person does not have to be able to write code) as well as bug analysis and documentation. Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate with clients of all level and also internally with cross-functional teams and senior-level stakeholders Strong analytical skills and ability to think outside the box. Strong problem solving skills and a desire to learn and support the development and improvement of the site and its tools. Proficient in using CRM systems and other technical tools to manage technical issues, track resolution activities, and generate reports. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
May 21, 2024
Full time
Our client are seeking a dedicated and motivated technical support specialist to join their expanding team based in Fareham. The technical support specialist will play a central role in supporting all departments with various technical aspects of their organisation . This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate looking to develop and learn new skills. Knowledge of Databases and the ability to read or understand code (HTML or XML) would be highly desirable. This role is on-site in Fareham with Fridays working from home. Key responsibilities: Technical Issues First point of contact for technical issues for internal and external. Initial testing, reproducing and validating. Communicate with the CTO about issues and create tickets in Jira for the development team to work on. Liaising with the support team on Jira tickets, work progress, prioritisation of tickets. QA Testing of resolved issues and managing their release to production. Responding to incoming queries from clients or members of the public by email or phone. Account Setup and Management - Setting up new accounts and updating existing accounts with new information. Weekly update of Hero Ads and Homepage listings Manage spam and suspicious emails Skills / Experience Strong technical ability with a thorough understanding of databases, website coding (ability to read/understand code, this person does not have to be able to write code) as well as bug analysis and documentation. Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate with clients of all level and also internally with cross-functional teams and senior-level stakeholders Strong analytical skills and ability to think outside the box. Strong problem solving skills and a desire to learn and support the development and improvement of the site and its tools. Proficient in using CRM systems and other technical tools to manage technical issues, track resolution activities, and generate reports. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 500 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation. Globally, Saab employs over 22,000 people, with operations on every continent. Our partnerships with UK customers and industry mean we are able to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges, anticipating the threats of tomorrow. We invest 23% of our annual revenue into research and development, collaborating with a range of partners including industry and academia. Saab is a company that offers our employees plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing a workplace where individuals can thrive professionally, paving the way for future progression. We also recognise the need for a healthy work-life balance to ensure our staff have the chance to live a fulfilling life beyond the workplace. Position Overview: Primarily responsible for producing and maintaining system technical manuals to a high standard whilst assisting with the delivery of technical training across our fleet of (Underwater) Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs). Key Responsibilities: Produce and maintain customer technical manuals across the range of Saab Seaeye ROVs as well as third party accessories. Produce and maintain Product Data Sheets. Control of documents and drawings used in technical manuals. Produce and distribute Engineering Advice Notes in accordance with Saab Seaeye quality standards. Assist with training sessions at Saab Seaeye's facilities, customer sites, and remotely via digital platforms, with occasional national and international travel required. Collaborate with the Technical Training and Product Information Team to design and develop training programs for both Saab Seaeye products and third-party accessories. Assist with the training of new staff on Saab Seaeye products. Required Skills: Essential - Proven track record of producing technical documentation for electronic-based systems. Proficiency in using single-source authoring software such as Madcap Flare. Familiarity with graphic design and 3D rendering software. Competency in Microsoft applications. Understanding of software and networking. Desirable - Experience with ROV systems or similar marine equipment. Hold a recognised Training qualification. Proficiency in producing digital media for training purposes. Familiarity with online learning authoring tools. General Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Work efficiently and professionally within the team and company. Maintain professionalism when interacting with customers. Undertake any other duties within competence as required by the Manager/Team Leader. Health and Safety Responsibilities: To ensure that the working area is a clean and safe environment in compliance with the 6S best practice and health and safety policies. To ensure any equipment used is safe, within electrical test date and all guards and interlocks are working and in place. To act safely and responsibly in line with company processes and Health and Safety procedures to ensure your safety and the safety of others. To report any potential Health and Safety hazards or violations to your Supervisor/Line Manager or directly to the QHSE Manager. To ensure any PPE or work wear required or provided for the job is worn and checked regularly for wear, and then reported when replacements are required.
May 21, 2024
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 500 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation. Globally, Saab employs over 22,000 people, with operations on every continent. Our partnerships with UK customers and industry mean we are able to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges, anticipating the threats of tomorrow. We invest 23% of our annual revenue into research and development, collaborating with a range of partners including industry and academia. Saab is a company that offers our employees plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing a workplace where individuals can thrive professionally, paving the way for future progression. We also recognise the need for a healthy work-life balance to ensure our staff have the chance to live a fulfilling life beyond the workplace. Position Overview: Primarily responsible for producing and maintaining system technical manuals to a high standard whilst assisting with the delivery of technical training across our fleet of (Underwater) Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs). Key Responsibilities: Produce and maintain customer technical manuals across the range of Saab Seaeye ROVs as well as third party accessories. Produce and maintain Product Data Sheets. Control of documents and drawings used in technical manuals. Produce and distribute Engineering Advice Notes in accordance with Saab Seaeye quality standards. Assist with training sessions at Saab Seaeye's facilities, customer sites, and remotely via digital platforms, with occasional national and international travel required. Collaborate with the Technical Training and Product Information Team to design and develop training programs for both Saab Seaeye products and third-party accessories. Assist with the training of new staff on Saab Seaeye products. Required Skills: Essential - Proven track record of producing technical documentation for electronic-based systems. Proficiency in using single-source authoring software such as Madcap Flare. Familiarity with graphic design and 3D rendering software. Competency in Microsoft applications. Understanding of software and networking. Desirable - Experience with ROV systems or similar marine equipment. Hold a recognised Training qualification. Proficiency in producing digital media for training purposes. Familiarity with online learning authoring tools. General Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Work efficiently and professionally within the team and company. Maintain professionalism when interacting with customers. Undertake any other duties within competence as required by the Manager/Team Leader. Health and Safety Responsibilities: To ensure that the working area is a clean and safe environment in compliance with the 6S best practice and health and safety policies. To ensure any equipment used is safe, within electrical test date and all guards and interlocks are working and in place. To act safely and responsibly in line with company processes and Health and Safety procedures to ensure your safety and the safety of others. To report any potential Health and Safety hazards or violations to your Supervisor/Line Manager or directly to the QHSE Manager. To ensure any PPE or work wear required or provided for the job is worn and checked regularly for wear, and then reported when replacements are required.
Transformation Lead (Sales Operations) Contract - Outside IR35 Hybrid Birmingham VIQU have partnered with a leading IT Service Provider who are seeking a Transformation Lead to support on a Salesforce transformation initiative. The successful Transformation Lead will be focussing on sales operations within the programme, working to optimise processes within Salesforce, co-term customer contracts, and on product rationalisation. Please note that this role involves ad-hoc travel to Birmingham. Key skills & responsibilities: Strong experience as a Transformation Lead on Salesforce projects Within Salesforce, specific experience on Sales Cloud & CPQ Background and experience in Lead-to-Order processes Support the optimisation of processes within Salesforce Co-termination of customer contracts Rationalisation of existing products within the business Work with cross-functional teams within the business excellent communication Manage relationship with 3rd parties, including the Salesforce SI (system integrator) partner Stakeholder management and reporting Lead a small team of Business Analysts Support project teams, Sales leadership and Account Managers Role details: Job role: Transformation Lead (Sales & Operations) Job type: Contract Duration: 6 months Rate: £800 - £900 per day IR35 status: Outside IR35 Location: Hybrid Birmingham To discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Suzie Stone , by exploring the VIQU IT Recruitment website . To be the first to hear about other exciting opportunities, technology, and recruitment news, please also follow us at VIQU IT Recruitment on LinkedIn, and
May 21, 2024
Contractor
Transformation Lead (Sales Operations) Contract - Outside IR35 Hybrid Birmingham VIQU have partnered with a leading IT Service Provider who are seeking a Transformation Lead to support on a Salesforce transformation initiative. The successful Transformation Lead will be focussing on sales operations within the programme, working to optimise processes within Salesforce, co-term customer contracts, and on product rationalisation. Please note that this role involves ad-hoc travel to Birmingham. Key skills & responsibilities: Strong experience as a Transformation Lead on Salesforce projects Within Salesforce, specific experience on Sales Cloud & CPQ Background and experience in Lead-to-Order processes Support the optimisation of processes within Salesforce Co-termination of customer contracts Rationalisation of existing products within the business Work with cross-functional teams within the business excellent communication Manage relationship with 3rd parties, including the Salesforce SI (system integrator) partner Stakeholder management and reporting Lead a small team of Business Analysts Support project teams, Sales leadership and Account Managers Role details: Job role: Transformation Lead (Sales & Operations) Job type: Contract Duration: 6 months Rate: £800 - £900 per day IR35 status: Outside IR35 Location: Hybrid Birmingham To discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Suzie Stone , by exploring the VIQU IT Recruitment website . To be the first to hear about other exciting opportunities, technology, and recruitment news, please also follow us at VIQU IT Recruitment on LinkedIn, and
79088 This Field Engineer will report to Lead Field Engineer and will work within Network Operations - South East Region based in our Strood office. You will be permanent employee. You will attract a salary of 51,245 - 76,229 per annum (depending on experience) and a bonus of 3%. Close Date: 3rd June 2024 All applications will be reviewed after the close date. We also provide the following additional benefits Annual Leave Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit scheme Tax efficient benefits: cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers products. Supplier discounts, such as O2, EE, Vauxhall cars, Universal tyres Discounted access to sports and social clubs Employee Assistance Programme. Job Purpose: To work as part of a team within the Strood area. Also you will support Capital Programme, Connections, and Faults within the area. This includes liaison with customers, network operations and control, networks planning and management of field staff and management of contractors. Principle Accountabilities: Ensure of safety management throughout all responsibilities. Responsibility for delivery of all maintenance, construction and fault works to time, cost and quality. Ensure staff comply with all procedures and work to a high standard of quality. Daily planning, coordination and real-time responsibility for the efficient utilisation of resources. Communicate with HV/LV control - submission of HV/LV switching log, complete HV/LV network operations in accordance to distribution safety rules and policies and procedures etc. Ensure that the Asset Database - SAP, is updated with completed work etc. As needed by the system. Support and provide technical support to field staff, Manage and resolve any contract actual issues, with the support of Contract Management. Produce Risk Assessments and Method Statements for the safe delivery of projects work. Complete quality assurance checks of works completed and to rectify any quality issues identified. Communicate with and manage relationships with our customers to meet their expectations wherever possible. To be prepared to assist other sections e.g. organisational changes, system emergencies as determined by your experience. Complete out of hours safety/emergency response (Standby) as and when required. Nature and Scope: You will be an important contributor to the team manage the delivery of all Maintenance, Capital Programme, Connections and Faults work within a geographical area. Together with the scheduling team, Work Planner, Field Staff Supervisor and Field Staff you will deliver an excellent service to the customer, ensuring we meet the requirements of our Guaranteed Service Standards. Qualifications: Essential 51,245 = LV Field Engineer / Trainee Engineer 61,723 = 11k SAP (with ONC) 76,229 = 33kv SAP (with HNC) LV authorisation on the EPN network IT literate including MRS, SAP etc. Current valid driving licence ONC Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) NRSWA (City & Guilds) Supervisors certificate IOSH Managing Safely certificate Familiarity with MS Excel spreadsheets Essential Organisational Awareness Customer Service Safety Management Health & Safety Responsibilities Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment. Employees will ensure they fully understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and particularly where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied. Employees need to be aware that for some craft and operational roles that work at height, or use fall arrest devices, there is an upper weight limit of 116Kg due to maximum safe working load of the safety equipment that is used. If in doubt ask! We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
May 21, 2024
Full time
79088 This Field Engineer will report to Lead Field Engineer and will work within Network Operations - South East Region based in our Strood office. You will be permanent employee. You will attract a salary of 51,245 - 76,229 per annum (depending on experience) and a bonus of 3%. Close Date: 3rd June 2024 All applications will be reviewed after the close date. We also provide the following additional benefits Annual Leave Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit scheme Tax efficient benefits: cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers products. Supplier discounts, such as O2, EE, Vauxhall cars, Universal tyres Discounted access to sports and social clubs Employee Assistance Programme. Job Purpose: To work as part of a team within the Strood area. Also you will support Capital Programme, Connections, and Faults within the area. This includes liaison with customers, network operations and control, networks planning and management of field staff and management of contractors. Principle Accountabilities: Ensure of safety management throughout all responsibilities. Responsibility for delivery of all maintenance, construction and fault works to time, cost and quality. Ensure staff comply with all procedures and work to a high standard of quality. Daily planning, coordination and real-time responsibility for the efficient utilisation of resources. Communicate with HV/LV control - submission of HV/LV switching log, complete HV/LV network operations in accordance to distribution safety rules and policies and procedures etc. Ensure that the Asset Database - SAP, is updated with completed work etc. As needed by the system. Support and provide technical support to field staff, Manage and resolve any contract actual issues, with the support of Contract Management. Produce Risk Assessments and Method Statements for the safe delivery of projects work. Complete quality assurance checks of works completed and to rectify any quality issues identified. Communicate with and manage relationships with our customers to meet their expectations wherever possible. To be prepared to assist other sections e.g. organisational changes, system emergencies as determined by your experience. Complete out of hours safety/emergency response (Standby) as and when required. Nature and Scope: You will be an important contributor to the team manage the delivery of all Maintenance, Capital Programme, Connections and Faults work within a geographical area. Together with the scheduling team, Work Planner, Field Staff Supervisor and Field Staff you will deliver an excellent service to the customer, ensuring we meet the requirements of our Guaranteed Service Standards. Qualifications: Essential 51,245 = LV Field Engineer / Trainee Engineer 61,723 = 11k SAP (with ONC) 76,229 = 33kv SAP (with HNC) LV authorisation on the EPN network IT literate including MRS, SAP etc. Current valid driving licence ONC Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) NRSWA (City & Guilds) Supervisors certificate IOSH Managing Safely certificate Familiarity with MS Excel spreadsheets Essential Organisational Awareness Customer Service Safety Management Health & Safety Responsibilities Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment. Employees will ensure they fully understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and particularly where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied. Employees need to be aware that for some craft and operational roles that work at height, or use fall arrest devices, there is an upper weight limit of 116Kg due to maximum safe working load of the safety equipment that is used. If in doubt ask! We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Job Title : 1st Line Engineer Location: Multiple Campus locations, Portsmouth Salary: 22,600.00 - 23,277.00 (Full-Time Equivalent) Job Type: 37 Hours per week, 52 Weeks per year, Full-Time, Permanent About the College: As a newly merged College, we aspire to be the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, with a progressive, supportive, and rewarding workplace culture and one that offers competitive benefits for its staff. By joining us, you will personally be part of the change we are driving and will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators. Everyone at the College is part of the bigger picture and together, each role makes an impact and in turn a difference to our students learning journey. We have an unrivalled curriculum of courses on offer for students of all ages and stages covering A-levels, Apprenticeships, Vocational & Technical courses. We also offer Higher Education, Online learning and Community courses that appeal to the needs of the local community. What We Offer: Annual Leave (FTE): 25 days, plus 8 days bank holidays and plus a 2-week winter shutdown Full training provided alongside ongoing development and the ability to obtain qualifications for specified roles Local Authority Pension Scheme Learning & Development programmes by The Community Adult Education Department Employee Assistance Programme Sample list of benefits: Onsite discounts: college Hair Salon & 50% off at the college Sports Centre Online discounts: Unidays, Student Beans and Totum with a COPC email address Free car parking across all campus sites (apart from Arundel) About The Role: As an 1st Line Engineer here at COPC, your role will consist of providing essential technical support, addressing and resolving IT issues for staff and students. This role typically involves troubleshooting hardware and software problems, managing user accounts and maintaining network connectivity. You will act as the first point of contact for IT queries, ensuring minimal disruption to the college's operations by swiftly resolving issues or escalating them to higher-level support if necessary. Additionally, you will assist in deploying and maintaining IT equipment, ensuring all systems function efficiently to support the educational environment. Key Responsibilities: Conducting routine maintenance and updates on computer systems and software Assist in setting up new equipment including but not limited to computers, printers & projectors etc Providing basic training and guidance to users on IT tools and best practices Coordinating and training admissions staff to ensure consistent and effective service delivery Monitor and manager IT helpdesk tickets, ensuring timely responses and resolutions Documenting technical procedures and issue resolutions for future reference Represent COPC with the upmost professionalism with every interaction Handling of sensitive information with confidentiality and adherence to data protection regulations To be successful in this role, below is what we would need from you: Strong problem solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues efficiently Excellent communication and customer service skills to assist users effectively and convey technical information clearly Strong interpersonal skills, maintaining an approachable demeanour to aid a positive first impression and rapport building Proficiency with a range of IT systems and software, including knowledge of operating systems, network fundamentals and common office applications This role would be an ideal intro for someone wanting to go into IT or for someone that has completed an IT Apprenticeship or training Diversity and Inclusion: Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are central to the work of the College. This underpins the vision of the College to transform lives through providing exceptional education and training. The College's commitment to Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is reflected in the continued successful promotion of these strands through the curriculum, enrichment activities and the range of direct and indirect student support services. Pre Employment Checks: The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and two references. We reserve the right the close the job advert when we have had successful applications, and it may not run for the full duration of the advert. We do not accept CV's from agencies for these roles. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; 1st Line IT Support Engineer, SQL, IT Technician, IT Support Engineer, IT Service Engineer, IT Service Desk Technician, IT Services Manager, may also be considered for this role.
May 21, 2024
Full time
Job Title : 1st Line Engineer Location: Multiple Campus locations, Portsmouth Salary: 22,600.00 - 23,277.00 (Full-Time Equivalent) Job Type: 37 Hours per week, 52 Weeks per year, Full-Time, Permanent About the College: As a newly merged College, we aspire to be the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, with a progressive, supportive, and rewarding workplace culture and one that offers competitive benefits for its staff. By joining us, you will personally be part of the change we are driving and will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators. Everyone at the College is part of the bigger picture and together, each role makes an impact and in turn a difference to our students learning journey. We have an unrivalled curriculum of courses on offer for students of all ages and stages covering A-levels, Apprenticeships, Vocational & Technical courses. We also offer Higher Education, Online learning and Community courses that appeal to the needs of the local community. What We Offer: Annual Leave (FTE): 25 days, plus 8 days bank holidays and plus a 2-week winter shutdown Full training provided alongside ongoing development and the ability to obtain qualifications for specified roles Local Authority Pension Scheme Learning & Development programmes by The Community Adult Education Department Employee Assistance Programme Sample list of benefits: Onsite discounts: college Hair Salon & 50% off at the college Sports Centre Online discounts: Unidays, Student Beans and Totum with a COPC email address Free car parking across all campus sites (apart from Arundel) About The Role: As an 1st Line Engineer here at COPC, your role will consist of providing essential technical support, addressing and resolving IT issues for staff and students. This role typically involves troubleshooting hardware and software problems, managing user accounts and maintaining network connectivity. You will act as the first point of contact for IT queries, ensuring minimal disruption to the college's operations by swiftly resolving issues or escalating them to higher-level support if necessary. Additionally, you will assist in deploying and maintaining IT equipment, ensuring all systems function efficiently to support the educational environment. Key Responsibilities: Conducting routine maintenance and updates on computer systems and software Assist in setting up new equipment including but not limited to computers, printers & projectors etc Providing basic training and guidance to users on IT tools and best practices Coordinating and training admissions staff to ensure consistent and effective service delivery Monitor and manager IT helpdesk tickets, ensuring timely responses and resolutions Documenting technical procedures and issue resolutions for future reference Represent COPC with the upmost professionalism with every interaction Handling of sensitive information with confidentiality and adherence to data protection regulations To be successful in this role, below is what we would need from you: Strong problem solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues efficiently Excellent communication and customer service skills to assist users effectively and convey technical information clearly Strong interpersonal skills, maintaining an approachable demeanour to aid a positive first impression and rapport building Proficiency with a range of IT systems and software, including knowledge of operating systems, network fundamentals and common office applications This role would be an ideal intro for someone wanting to go into IT or for someone that has completed an IT Apprenticeship or training Diversity and Inclusion: Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are central to the work of the College. This underpins the vision of the College to transform lives through providing exceptional education and training. The College's commitment to Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is reflected in the continued successful promotion of these strands through the curriculum, enrichment activities and the range of direct and indirect student support services. Pre Employment Checks: The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and two references. We reserve the right the close the job advert when we have had successful applications, and it may not run for the full duration of the advert. We do not accept CV's from agencies for these roles. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; 1st Line IT Support Engineer, SQL, IT Technician, IT Support Engineer, IT Service Engineer, IT Service Desk Technician, IT Services Manager, may also be considered for this role.
AV Account Manager 50,000 + OTE As an AV Account Manager, you will be responsible for selling audio-visual (AV) solutions to end-users. Your primary focus will be to understand the client's needs, recommend the most suitable AV products and services, and ensure a seamless sales process. You will work closely with the sales team to develop and execute effective sales strategies, build strong relationships with clients, and drive revenue growth. Identify and qualify potential clients Understand the client's requirements and propose tailored AV solutions Negotiate contracts and close sales Provide post-sales support and manage client relationships Collaborate with the sales team to develop and implement sales strategies Stay up-to-date with the latest AV technologies and industry trends If interested, please contact Owen at Aztrum for further details.
May 21, 2024
Full time
AV Account Manager 50,000 + OTE As an AV Account Manager, you will be responsible for selling audio-visual (AV) solutions to end-users. Your primary focus will be to understand the client's needs, recommend the most suitable AV products and services, and ensure a seamless sales process. You will work closely with the sales team to develop and execute effective sales strategies, build strong relationships with clients, and drive revenue growth. Identify and qualify potential clients Understand the client's requirements and propose tailored AV solutions Negotiate contracts and close sales Provide post-sales support and manage client relationships Collaborate with the sales team to develop and implement sales strategies Stay up-to-date with the latest AV technologies and industry trends If interested, please contact Owen at Aztrum for further details.
Our client, a leading Unified Communications, Contact Centre, and Network Infrastructure solutions is hiring for an Account Manager. We aim to create exceptional customer experiences and drive business growth through innovative technology. Role Overview:As an Account Manager, you will work with Account Directors to enhance customer experience, retain recurring revenues, and drive incremental account spend. Key Responsibilities: Support Account Directors in cross-sell and upsell opportunities.Ensure retention of recurring revenues and develop incremental opportunities.Engage with customers to drive growth and manage renewals.Compile quotations and process orders.Collaborate with the service team for continuous improvement.Maintain CRM system (Salesforce) and stay updated on our portfolio. Technical Profile: Experience in UCC, UCaaS, CCaaS, Network Infrastructure, and CX solutions.Understanding of mobile and WAN.Proven ability to achieve targets. Personal Attributes/Skills: Excellent customer service and communication skills.Proactive, collaborative, and goal-oriented.Technically curious with a good commercial sense.Self-motivated and able to work under pressure. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Established in Didsbury, Connexa Technology Ltd is becoming one of the UK's fastest growing IT and Technology recruitment companies. People. Technology. Connected. Connexa Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
May 21, 2024
Full time
Our client, a leading Unified Communications, Contact Centre, and Network Infrastructure solutions is hiring for an Account Manager. We aim to create exceptional customer experiences and drive business growth through innovative technology. Role Overview:As an Account Manager, you will work with Account Directors to enhance customer experience, retain recurring revenues, and drive incremental account spend. Key Responsibilities: Support Account Directors in cross-sell and upsell opportunities.Ensure retention of recurring revenues and develop incremental opportunities.Engage with customers to drive growth and manage renewals.Compile quotations and process orders.Collaborate with the service team for continuous improvement.Maintain CRM system (Salesforce) and stay updated on our portfolio. Technical Profile: Experience in UCC, UCaaS, CCaaS, Network Infrastructure, and CX solutions.Understanding of mobile and WAN.Proven ability to achieve targets. Personal Attributes/Skills: Excellent customer service and communication skills.Proactive, collaborative, and goal-oriented.Technically curious with a good commercial sense.Self-motivated and able to work under pressure. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Established in Didsbury, Connexa Technology Ltd is becoming one of the UK's fastest growing IT and Technology recruitment companies. People. Technology. Connected. Connexa Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
eDiscovery Manager Temporary Contract Location: London (hybrid) Initial day rate 6 months with potential to roll over for another 6 months or become a permanent role Sector: Global Law firm Managing multiple eDiscovery matters including day-to-day engagement with instructing team members, liaising with stakeholders; partners and associates of the firm. Advising and implementing best practices. The role will involve managing a wide variety of cases, will also mentor more junior team members. Responsibilities Working under the direction of the Managers and/or senior managers to identify and understand client needs, will include being responsible for: Processing data (in Relativity and/or Nuix) Moving data into Relativity Running searches across Relativity Creating review batches and coding layouts in Relativity Preparing productions and exports from Relativity Supporting legal review teams with their review workflows (including running threading, near de-duplication and CAL) Additional responsibilities include: Maintaining the integrity of data, including evidence handling, processing and data tracking. Liaising with other team members to ensure that correct solutions and processes are implemented at a cost effective level and work is delivered on time. Acting as the bridge between junior and senior team members. Proactively QCing junior team members work. Ensuring internal procedures around quality control are being followed at all times. Collaborating with managers and other personnel to design and implement defensible workflows as needed. Ensuring tasks undertaken are carried out professionally and adhere to the project guidelines (where relevant). Reporting on the progress of assigned tasks in a concise and timely way. Participating in post case reviews. Advising on eDiscovery processes and protocols, including communicating with Client Technology/Litigation Support representatives of clients. Maintaining financial hygiene to ensure time recording is always accurate and up to date. To the extent that problems arise, in consultation with the eDiscovery Managers, trouble-shooting problems and liaising with the software providers to resolve any issues. Working with the eDiscovery Managers and Senior Managers to develop maintain and continuously improve best practice eDiscovery processes. Assisting with the reporting, billing and other team administration tasks Qualifications, skills and experience Ideally Must have 4-5+ years' eDiscovery experience (law firm or service provider) Deep understanding and practical day-to-day use of eDiscovery technology, specifically Relativity and Nuix, including data processing, data ingestion, database setup, searching, production, threading, near de-duplication, clustering and active learning. Strong documentation and communication skills, including effective collaboration with case teams, eDiscovery team, and service providers. Experience working within a similar team at the required level. Expertise supporting document reviews and case work. Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to dealing with multiple projects to very strict deadlines. Able to manage and resolve problems effectively, dealing confidently and concisely with internal stakeholders. About Brimstone Consulting : We specialise in finding highly qualified staff in the following areas: Forensic Accounting & Fraud - (AML/CTF, Investigation, CFE's etc.); Legal and LegalTech (E-Discovery, Digital Forensics, EDRM); Big Data and Data Analytics - (MI/BI/CI); InfoSec and Cyber Crime; Audit; Accountancy and Finance; FinTech (Payments etc.); Risk - (Credit, Regulatory, Liquidity, Market, Analysts - SAS, SPSS etc.); Compliance/Corporate Governance; IT - (full SDLC- BA's PM's , Architects, Developers etc.) Brimstone Consulting acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. Brimstone Consulting is an equal opportunities employer. Due to time constraints we can only reply to applicants that match our clients' specifications. We may store applications in our cloud storage facilities that may include dropbox. end
May 21, 2024
Full time
eDiscovery Manager Temporary Contract Location: London (hybrid) Initial day rate 6 months with potential to roll over for another 6 months or become a permanent role Sector: Global Law firm Managing multiple eDiscovery matters including day-to-day engagement with instructing team members, liaising with stakeholders; partners and associates of the firm. Advising and implementing best practices. The role will involve managing a wide variety of cases, will also mentor more junior team members. Responsibilities Working under the direction of the Managers and/or senior managers to identify and understand client needs, will include being responsible for: Processing data (in Relativity and/or Nuix) Moving data into Relativity Running searches across Relativity Creating review batches and coding layouts in Relativity Preparing productions and exports from Relativity Supporting legal review teams with their review workflows (including running threading, near de-duplication and CAL) Additional responsibilities include: Maintaining the integrity of data, including evidence handling, processing and data tracking. Liaising with other team members to ensure that correct solutions and processes are implemented at a cost effective level and work is delivered on time. Acting as the bridge between junior and senior team members. Proactively QCing junior team members work. Ensuring internal procedures around quality control are being followed at all times. Collaborating with managers and other personnel to design and implement defensible workflows as needed. Ensuring tasks undertaken are carried out professionally and adhere to the project guidelines (where relevant). Reporting on the progress of assigned tasks in a concise and timely way. Participating in post case reviews. Advising on eDiscovery processes and protocols, including communicating with Client Technology/Litigation Support representatives of clients. Maintaining financial hygiene to ensure time recording is always accurate and up to date. To the extent that problems arise, in consultation with the eDiscovery Managers, trouble-shooting problems and liaising with the software providers to resolve any issues. Working with the eDiscovery Managers and Senior Managers to develop maintain and continuously improve best practice eDiscovery processes. Assisting with the reporting, billing and other team administration tasks Qualifications, skills and experience Ideally Must have 4-5+ years' eDiscovery experience (law firm or service provider) Deep understanding and practical day-to-day use of eDiscovery technology, specifically Relativity and Nuix, including data processing, data ingestion, database setup, searching, production, threading, near de-duplication, clustering and active learning. Strong documentation and communication skills, including effective collaboration with case teams, eDiscovery team, and service providers. Experience working within a similar team at the required level. Expertise supporting document reviews and case work. Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to dealing with multiple projects to very strict deadlines. Able to manage and resolve problems effectively, dealing confidently and concisely with internal stakeholders. About Brimstone Consulting : We specialise in finding highly qualified staff in the following areas: Forensic Accounting & Fraud - (AML/CTF, Investigation, CFE's etc.); Legal and LegalTech (E-Discovery, Digital Forensics, EDRM); Big Data and Data Analytics - (MI/BI/CI); InfoSec and Cyber Crime; Audit; Accountancy and Finance; FinTech (Payments etc.); Risk - (Credit, Regulatory, Liquidity, Market, Analysts - SAS, SPSS etc.); Compliance/Corporate Governance; IT - (full SDLC- BA's PM's , Architects, Developers etc.) Brimstone Consulting acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. Brimstone Consulting is an equal opportunities employer. Due to time constraints we can only reply to applicants that match our clients' specifications. We may store applications in our cloud storage facilities that may include dropbox. end
ABOUT CDW CDW is a leading technology solutions provider to business, government, education and healthcare organisations in the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States. Our fingerprints can be found on technology in workplaces of more than 250,000 companies: from start-ups to international conglomerates. With the breadth of products and services we offer, there is no request too big or too small. JOB SUMMARY Provide leadership, guidance and support to a team of service desk analysts and assist the Service Desk Manager in their responsibilities. Ensure company processes, procedures and contractual requirements are followed whilst maintaining high levels of customer service. Endeavour to provide all CDW customers with the best level of customer service and support. Maximise productivity and improve service delivery to achieve and exceed SLAs, OLAs and KPI targets KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide leadership, guidance and support to a team of service desk analysts Develop and coach team members to improve performance, as well as achieving their career aspirations through 121s and coaching sessions Identify and deliver training and development needs in line with company procedures Develop, grow and maintain professional working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders and customer equivalents Responsible for the upkeep and quality of the knowledge base for the team Ensure customer escalations are handled in a timely manner including providing/implementing corrective actions Ensure company processes, procedures and contractual requirements are followed whilst maintaining high levels of customer service Set high quality standards and monitor as part of monthly QA, ensuring this is met via appropriate assessment methods Quality Assurance of Incident Management by spot checking Incidents and providing Analysts with documented feedback Ensure that there is continual service review and improvement of all processes and procedures Maximise productivity and improve service delivery to achieve and exceed SLAs, OLAs and KPI targets Through monitoring, management and contribution ensure the team achieve and exceed relevant SLAs, OLAs and KPI's Identify and escalate any potential breach of service level or risk to CDW where possible mitigating breach and managing to resolution Provide relevant stakeholders within Services with ad hoc reports The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different asks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation. QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Awareness of ITIL methodologies and best practice Knowledge of the working practices of the area responsible for Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Previous supervisory experience ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES A real passion for people management and development in a large team A passion to deliver excellent service with service level management and experience Previous people management experience Driven, motivational, professional leader, with a 'can-do' attitude at all times Effective communication and interpersonal skills with internal and external stakeholders with the ability to confidently deliver presentations Creative and innovative problem-solving skills with an inquisitive nature Analytical with attention to detail Ability to work as a team to support and influence team members A desire to take ownership and accountability to see your work through to resolution Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines A patient, tolerant and supportive team member CUSTOMER FOCUS AND WAYS OF WORKING Each coworker is accountable for their actions and is required to exercise good judgment in everything they do. Part of that responsibility includes ensuring that you understand and live up to the values and standards we set for ourselves in the CDW Way, the CDW Way Code (our code of ethics and business conduct), the Information Management System (IMS), and all other policies and procedures relevant to your role. Each coworker has a responsibility to ask questions when they are unsure of CDW's values, standards and policies, and to take action if they believe someone else is not acting consistently with those values, standards and policies. Each coworker is responsible for maintaining customer focus and for periodically reviewing the Circle of Service Philosophy and the Quality Policy to understand CDW's commitment to excellent client service and continual improvement. Coworkers must report any customer problems, feedback, service outages, and service improvement suggestions to management. Each coworker is required to comply with CDW's policies relating to Information Security and Data protection, specifically to: o Protect all information assets from unauthorised access, disclosure, modification, destruction & interference o Treat the security of all information assets according to their designated information security classification o Ensure that they only access information assets that they are authorised to do so. o Adhere to the procedure for reporting any security weakness or event o Commit to, and participate in, personal development of information security awareness & knowledge Comply with all laws and contractual obligations regarding the protection of data WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US : We are committed to an inclusive and diverse CDW. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any other status or characteristic protected by, state, or local laws.
May 20, 2024
Full time
ABOUT CDW CDW is a leading technology solutions provider to business, government, education and healthcare organisations in the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States. Our fingerprints can be found on technology in workplaces of more than 250,000 companies: from start-ups to international conglomerates. With the breadth of products and services we offer, there is no request too big or too small. JOB SUMMARY Provide leadership, guidance and support to a team of service desk analysts and assist the Service Desk Manager in their responsibilities. Ensure company processes, procedures and contractual requirements are followed whilst maintaining high levels of customer service. Endeavour to provide all CDW customers with the best level of customer service and support. Maximise productivity and improve service delivery to achieve and exceed SLAs, OLAs and KPI targets KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide leadership, guidance and support to a team of service desk analysts Develop and coach team members to improve performance, as well as achieving their career aspirations through 121s and coaching sessions Identify and deliver training and development needs in line with company procedures Develop, grow and maintain professional working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders and customer equivalents Responsible for the upkeep and quality of the knowledge base for the team Ensure customer escalations are handled in a timely manner including providing/implementing corrective actions Ensure company processes, procedures and contractual requirements are followed whilst maintaining high levels of customer service Set high quality standards and monitor as part of monthly QA, ensuring this is met via appropriate assessment methods Quality Assurance of Incident Management by spot checking Incidents and providing Analysts with documented feedback Ensure that there is continual service review and improvement of all processes and procedures Maximise productivity and improve service delivery to achieve and exceed SLAs, OLAs and KPI targets Through monitoring, management and contribution ensure the team achieve and exceed relevant SLAs, OLAs and KPI's Identify and escalate any potential breach of service level or risk to CDW where possible mitigating breach and managing to resolution Provide relevant stakeholders within Services with ad hoc reports The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different asks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation. QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Awareness of ITIL methodologies and best practice Knowledge of the working practices of the area responsible for Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Previous supervisory experience ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES A real passion for people management and development in a large team A passion to deliver excellent service with service level management and experience Previous people management experience Driven, motivational, professional leader, with a 'can-do' attitude at all times Effective communication and interpersonal skills with internal and external stakeholders with the ability to confidently deliver presentations Creative and innovative problem-solving skills with an inquisitive nature Analytical with attention to detail Ability to work as a team to support and influence team members A desire to take ownership and accountability to see your work through to resolution Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines A patient, tolerant and supportive team member CUSTOMER FOCUS AND WAYS OF WORKING Each coworker is accountable for their actions and is required to exercise good judgment in everything they do. Part of that responsibility includes ensuring that you understand and live up to the values and standards we set for ourselves in the CDW Way, the CDW Way Code (our code of ethics and business conduct), the Information Management System (IMS), and all other policies and procedures relevant to your role. Each coworker has a responsibility to ask questions when they are unsure of CDW's values, standards and policies, and to take action if they believe someone else is not acting consistently with those values, standards and policies. Each coworker is responsible for maintaining customer focus and for periodically reviewing the Circle of Service Philosophy and the Quality Policy to understand CDW's commitment to excellent client service and continual improvement. Coworkers must report any customer problems, feedback, service outages, and service improvement suggestions to management. Each coworker is required to comply with CDW's policies relating to Information Security and Data protection, specifically to: o Protect all information assets from unauthorised access, disclosure, modification, destruction & interference o Treat the security of all information assets according to their designated information security classification o Ensure that they only access information assets that they are authorised to do so. o Adhere to the procedure for reporting any security weakness or event o Commit to, and participate in, personal development of information security awareness & knowledge Comply with all laws and contractual obligations regarding the protection of data WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US : We are committed to an inclusive and diverse CDW. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any other status or characteristic protected by, state, or local laws.
Willmott Dixon
Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire
We are currently recruiting for an Acting Head of Project Services. This role is responsible for managing the IT portfolio, you will deliver value by supporting and enabling the delivery of products, projects and programmes. You will ensure an effective framework and governance to successfully deliver the outcomes and goals. The Head of Project Services will also own the Enterprise Architecture and Project Delivery process to maximise business value whilst ensuring that the teams have the skills, tools, and processes to effectively manage the IT portfolio. This role is initially going to be a 12 month fixed term contract as cover for a secondment. This role can be done on a remote or hybrid basis (our Head Office is in Letchworth Garden City) but please be aware that occasional travel to the Head Office or other Willmott Dixon offices may be required dependent upon business needs. Within this role you will: Successfully deliver and control projects to agreed time, budget, and quality specifications. Lead and manage a team of project managers dedicated to the successful delivery of IT projects across Willmott Dixon Provide coaching and development opportunities to Enterprise Architect team. Manage the demand of work at feasibility stage working collaboratively with the Enterprise Architects on priorities. Support with reviewing and improving the architecture framework with Enterprise Architect team. Prepare and provide PMO reporting and quality metrics to relevant stakeholders. Manage escalations for projects within the portfolio and minimise uncontrolled escalations to Head of IT Manage the budget for the running of PMO function. Defining project budgets and ensuring that they are well controlled and managed for the accountable budget holder. Ensure the IT Portfolio is managed to meet agreed business needs in terms of priority, demand, and scope. Manage portfolio-wide risks, issues dependencies and escalations. Ensure adequate resourcing and funding processes are maintained for all PMO undertakings. Ensure that there is controlled closure, sign-off and authorisation for implemented projects and that they are handed over to the business owner on completion. Ensure that relevant PMO stage gates, controls and authorisations are implemented and enforced. Be responsible for maintaining an oversight of all projects being managed across the organisation providing status updates to the Group as appropriate. Maintain and improve the PMO assurance frameworks and to research and remain up to date on developments in project management methodologies and technologies. Essential Team leader (or similar) management experience Prince 2 certification Experience in managing projects/ programmes, within a relevant fast paced and challenging environment. Experience in assisting project managers and the IT Team in problem resolution and managing PMO service delivery and performance. Proactive approach with the energy and vision to drive the PMO team. Experience of facilitating team capacity through robust resource planning and scheduling Strong reporting skills Desirable ITIL certification MSP certification Experience in running a corporate / IT PMO function. Understanding of portfolio management Budget management Personal Qualities Personal effectiveness Objective and proactive in providing timely solutions to problems. Recognise my own strengths and limitations, play to my strengths and use strategies to minimise the impact of my limitations. Communicate effectively, take the time to listen and have the courage to tackle difficult conversations at the right time. Adaptable when dealing with people and managing relationships. Seeing the bigger picture and planning ahead. Identify performance management and manage business expectations. Working as part of a team. A good forward planner and excellent motivator. Enjoying the challenge of achieving a common goal. Identify and manage risk and opportunity. Actively embodies our IT Behaviours and is professional. A key decision-maker. Willingness to continually develop personal and technical effectiveness. Meet deadlines without the need for prompting. Leadership Effective leader and ensure my team comply with all our processes and procedures. Recognise when there are conflicts, acknowledge the feelings and views of all parties, and redirect people's energy towards a common goal. Set demanding but achievable objectives for yourself and others. Show integrity, fairness, and consistency in decision-making. Monitor the quality of work and take appropriate action where necessary. Attributes Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and stakeholder / customer relationship management expertise Confident and self-motivated with the ability to engage and influence effectively at senior management / director level. Strong oral and written communication, showing diligence with technical deliverables; able to provide clear explanations to non- IT specialists. Strong team leadership skills Excellent relationship and stakeholder management skills Good listener Resilient
May 20, 2024
Full time
We are currently recruiting for an Acting Head of Project Services. This role is responsible for managing the IT portfolio, you will deliver value by supporting and enabling the delivery of products, projects and programmes. You will ensure an effective framework and governance to successfully deliver the outcomes and goals. The Head of Project Services will also own the Enterprise Architecture and Project Delivery process to maximise business value whilst ensuring that the teams have the skills, tools, and processes to effectively manage the IT portfolio. This role is initially going to be a 12 month fixed term contract as cover for a secondment. This role can be done on a remote or hybrid basis (our Head Office is in Letchworth Garden City) but please be aware that occasional travel to the Head Office or other Willmott Dixon offices may be required dependent upon business needs. Within this role you will: Successfully deliver and control projects to agreed time, budget, and quality specifications. Lead and manage a team of project managers dedicated to the successful delivery of IT projects across Willmott Dixon Provide coaching and development opportunities to Enterprise Architect team. Manage the demand of work at feasibility stage working collaboratively with the Enterprise Architects on priorities. Support with reviewing and improving the architecture framework with Enterprise Architect team. Prepare and provide PMO reporting and quality metrics to relevant stakeholders. Manage escalations for projects within the portfolio and minimise uncontrolled escalations to Head of IT Manage the budget for the running of PMO function. Defining project budgets and ensuring that they are well controlled and managed for the accountable budget holder. Ensure the IT Portfolio is managed to meet agreed business needs in terms of priority, demand, and scope. Manage portfolio-wide risks, issues dependencies and escalations. Ensure adequate resourcing and funding processes are maintained for all PMO undertakings. Ensure that there is controlled closure, sign-off and authorisation for implemented projects and that they are handed over to the business owner on completion. Ensure that relevant PMO stage gates, controls and authorisations are implemented and enforced. Be responsible for maintaining an oversight of all projects being managed across the organisation providing status updates to the Group as appropriate. Maintain and improve the PMO assurance frameworks and to research and remain up to date on developments in project management methodologies and technologies. Essential Team leader (or similar) management experience Prince 2 certification Experience in managing projects/ programmes, within a relevant fast paced and challenging environment. Experience in assisting project managers and the IT Team in problem resolution and managing PMO service delivery and performance. Proactive approach with the energy and vision to drive the PMO team. Experience of facilitating team capacity through robust resource planning and scheduling Strong reporting skills Desirable ITIL certification MSP certification Experience in running a corporate / IT PMO function. Understanding of portfolio management Budget management Personal Qualities Personal effectiveness Objective and proactive in providing timely solutions to problems. Recognise my own strengths and limitations, play to my strengths and use strategies to minimise the impact of my limitations. Communicate effectively, take the time to listen and have the courage to tackle difficult conversations at the right time. Adaptable when dealing with people and managing relationships. Seeing the bigger picture and planning ahead. Identify performance management and manage business expectations. Working as part of a team. A good forward planner and excellent motivator. Enjoying the challenge of achieving a common goal. Identify and manage risk and opportunity. Actively embodies our IT Behaviours and is professional. A key decision-maker. Willingness to continually develop personal and technical effectiveness. Meet deadlines without the need for prompting. Leadership Effective leader and ensure my team comply with all our processes and procedures. Recognise when there are conflicts, acknowledge the feelings and views of all parties, and redirect people's energy towards a common goal. Set demanding but achievable objectives for yourself and others. Show integrity, fairness, and consistency in decision-making. Monitor the quality of work and take appropriate action where necessary. Attributes Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and stakeholder / customer relationship management expertise Confident and self-motivated with the ability to engage and influence effectively at senior management / director level. Strong oral and written communication, showing diligence with technical deliverables; able to provide clear explanations to non- IT specialists. Strong team leadership skills Excellent relationship and stakeholder management skills Good listener Resilient
Supply Chain Manager Yorkshire 6 months contract Hybrid My government sector client who is at the forefront of societal support and development focuses on crafting impactful policies and delivering vital services that empower individuals and families. As the custodian of the largest commercial estate within the government, it provides comprehensive accommodations for a diverse workforce engaged in frontline services, policy development, digital innovation, and human resources management. They are looking for someone who can join them on a contract basis for 6 months with an option to extend their contract further at the end. And also you will be working in a hybrid work model providing you a perfect balance between work and personal life. Essential Skills: The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in supply chain performance and relationship management, with a proven track record of stakeholder engagement. Your responsibilities will encompass significant stakeholder management across various Estates areas, including finance, asset management, compliance, and service delivery. Proficiency in NEC contracts and contract management tools, along with an experience of real estate and regulatory requirements. Taking Key Account Management Meetings with supply chain partners, driving performance management initiatives, mitigating risks, and working under contractual obligations. If you are a results-oriented professional with a passion for driving excellence in supply chain management and stakeholder collaboration, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity by sharing your CV at . com Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
May 20, 2024
Contractor
Supply Chain Manager Yorkshire 6 months contract Hybrid My government sector client who is at the forefront of societal support and development focuses on crafting impactful policies and delivering vital services that empower individuals and families. As the custodian of the largest commercial estate within the government, it provides comprehensive accommodations for a diverse workforce engaged in frontline services, policy development, digital innovation, and human resources management. They are looking for someone who can join them on a contract basis for 6 months with an option to extend their contract further at the end. And also you will be working in a hybrid work model providing you a perfect balance between work and personal life. Essential Skills: The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in supply chain performance and relationship management, with a proven track record of stakeholder engagement. Your responsibilities will encompass significant stakeholder management across various Estates areas, including finance, asset management, compliance, and service delivery. Proficiency in NEC contracts and contract management tools, along with an experience of real estate and regulatory requirements. Taking Key Account Management Meetings with supply chain partners, driving performance management initiatives, mitigating risks, and working under contractual obligations. If you are a results-oriented professional with a passion for driving excellence in supply chain management and stakeholder collaboration, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity by sharing your CV at . com Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
IT Change & Configuration Manager Salary - 50,000 - 60,000 + Excellent benefits Location - Solihull/Hybrid Role purpose: This is a combined operational based position operating within the IT Service Management team. Many of the responsibilities are general, however working knowledge of the ITIL Change and Configuration Management processes are crucial to the success of the role. To support the IT Change & Configuration Management function to help reduce risk, improve implementations, record CI's, and effect system changes smoothly. Key Responsibilities: Maintain clear and effective communication and serve as an escalation point of contact with the primary focus on driving change workflow. Ongoing co-ordination with project and operational based teams for Change deployment. Maintain IT Change & Configuration management documentation on a regular basis and be accountable for the quality and completeness. for example, Post Implementation Reviews, presentations, procedural docs and change and/or release schedules. Communicate (and/or train as necessary) on process and documentation content. Conduct analysis on whether IT Change and Configuration standards are being followed. Undertake monthly service reporting to IT line management on activities and results Proactively work and coordinate with relevant stakeholders (within IT, the business, projects, strategic vendors, outsource partners, among others) to deliver effective service. Run regular meetings such as Change Advisory Board and Post Implementation Reviews to ensure good stakeholder communication. Establish Configuration Model, Design and CI Types/data elements for CMS/CMDB. Perform configuration audits to check that the physical IT inventory is consistent with the central CMS/CMD. Help define Asset Management with data models and CI-Asset relationships. Understanding our agreed Service Levels, ensuring our SLAs and KPIs are met consistently, and providing the best support possible to our business users. Interface with Incident, Problem and Request Management activities when required. Comply with Information Security processes, privacy, and other applicable regulations. May require after-hours availability for managing critical changes or emergency changes. Technical/Professional Qualifications/Requirements At least 5 years' experience in a similar role. Familiarity with helpdesk ticketing systems (ITSM tools). ITIL Foundation qualified. Good all-round knowledge of IT Applications/Infrastructure. Experience of CMDB Data modelling and reporting. Strong customer service orientation, good communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to participate in continuous learning and training initiatives. Proven track record of managing ITIL processes in medium to large organizations.
May 20, 2024
Full time
IT Change & Configuration Manager Salary - 50,000 - 60,000 + Excellent benefits Location - Solihull/Hybrid Role purpose: This is a combined operational based position operating within the IT Service Management team. Many of the responsibilities are general, however working knowledge of the ITIL Change and Configuration Management processes are crucial to the success of the role. To support the IT Change & Configuration Management function to help reduce risk, improve implementations, record CI's, and effect system changes smoothly. Key Responsibilities: Maintain clear and effective communication and serve as an escalation point of contact with the primary focus on driving change workflow. Ongoing co-ordination with project and operational based teams for Change deployment. Maintain IT Change & Configuration management documentation on a regular basis and be accountable for the quality and completeness. for example, Post Implementation Reviews, presentations, procedural docs and change and/or release schedules. Communicate (and/or train as necessary) on process and documentation content. Conduct analysis on whether IT Change and Configuration standards are being followed. Undertake monthly service reporting to IT line management on activities and results Proactively work and coordinate with relevant stakeholders (within IT, the business, projects, strategic vendors, outsource partners, among others) to deliver effective service. Run regular meetings such as Change Advisory Board and Post Implementation Reviews to ensure good stakeholder communication. Establish Configuration Model, Design and CI Types/data elements for CMS/CMDB. Perform configuration audits to check that the physical IT inventory is consistent with the central CMS/CMD. Help define Asset Management with data models and CI-Asset relationships. Understanding our agreed Service Levels, ensuring our SLAs and KPIs are met consistently, and providing the best support possible to our business users. Interface with Incident, Problem and Request Management activities when required. Comply with Information Security processes, privacy, and other applicable regulations. May require after-hours availability for managing critical changes or emergency changes. Technical/Professional Qualifications/Requirements At least 5 years' experience in a similar role. Familiarity with helpdesk ticketing systems (ITSM tools). ITIL Foundation qualified. Good all-round knowledge of IT Applications/Infrastructure. Experience of CMDB Data modelling and reporting. Strong customer service orientation, good communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to participate in continuous learning and training initiatives. Proven track record of managing ITIL processes in medium to large organizations.