This role involves:
Being the first point of contact to receive and log incidents/service requests from customers via telephone, email and customer service desk and processing accordingly.
Providing first and second line diagnosis, resolution and technical support.
Working as part of a busy, customer focussed team in a technically challenging environment to provide all ICT related services across the group structure.
The successful candidate will have experience of working in a 1st and 2nd line support role with good all-round technical knowledge of ICT in a multi-site environment and ability to analyse and successfully resolve complex problems. You will also possess excellent verbal and written communication, problem-solving, customer service and interpersonal skills and have a good knowledge and understanding of data protection principles.
Job Purpose
Reporting to the ICT Infrastructure Support Team Leader, the post holder will be part of the ICT team who provide ICT related services across the WATMOS group in Walsall and London.
The work of the post holder will directly impact upon services that support front line services, their continuity and delivery.
The post holder will be required to function effectively in a busy, customer focussed and technically challenging environment providing 1st and 2nd Line technical support.
We are genuinely proud of our diversity, our people, our values, our homes and our achievements and you will support our ongoing evolution.
In line with our ethos as an organisation we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation with a sense of belonging, where everyone knows their opinions matter and their talents can be fully utilised. We encourage applications from those of all backgrounds and strongly value having a workforce that includes people who have different life experiences.
May 01, 2024
Full time
This role involves:
Being the first point of contact to receive and log incidents/service requests from customers via telephone, email and customer service desk and processing accordingly.
Providing first and second line diagnosis, resolution and technical support.
Working as part of a busy, customer focussed team in a technically challenging environment to provide all ICT related services across the group structure.
The successful candidate will have experience of working in a 1st and 2nd line support role with good all-round technical knowledge of ICT in a multi-site environment and ability to analyse and successfully resolve complex problems. You will also possess excellent verbal and written communication, problem-solving, customer service and interpersonal skills and have a good knowledge and understanding of data protection principles.
Job Purpose
Reporting to the ICT Infrastructure Support Team Leader, the post holder will be part of the ICT team who provide ICT related services across the WATMOS group in Walsall and London.
The work of the post holder will directly impact upon services that support front line services, their continuity and delivery.
The post holder will be required to function effectively in a busy, customer focussed and technically challenging environment providing 1st and 2nd Line technical support.
We are genuinely proud of our diversity, our people, our values, our homes and our achievements and you will support our ongoing evolution.
In line with our ethos as an organisation we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation with a sense of belonging, where everyone knows their opinions matter and their talents can be fully utilised. We encourage applications from those of all backgrounds and strongly value having a workforce that includes people who have different life experiences.
Head of Finance Systems Transformation Programme
Job reference: REQ000687
24 Month Fixed Term Contract
£52,303 - ££62,763pa
Woking GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working
This is a UK based contract and as such, you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Evidence of your Right to Work will be checked prior to interview.
If you have successfully managed and led IT system implementations this is a tremendous opportunity to use your skills to save our planet. There has never been a more important time to join the fight for our world and as Finance Systems Programme Manager for the world’s leading independent conservation organisation you can play a vital role in the battle for nature.
WWF UK has grown significantly in the last four years and as Finance Systems Programme Manager you will focus on implementing new finance systems to facilitate the financial management and reporting we now need and which is critical to the organisation’s ability to ensure maximum impact from the use of funds. We will look to you to deliver new finance, procurement and grant management systems. You will take responsibility for the effective management of implementation projects from initial discovery through to Go Live and beyond.
You will ensure projects are delivered within budget, on time and that main requirements and objectives for each system are successfully met. You will also oversee the work of implementation partners, manage stakeholder communications and escalate large-scale issues if needed. You will manage resources and ensure users are adequately equipped and trained to optimise systems use too. Important will be the ability to solve project-related problems and to keep the organisation on track.
For this critical role, you must have significant experience of successfully managing and leading IT system implementations, preferably with finance systems implementation projects. Comfortable helping organisations and teams with transformation or change management projects, you will be used to managing multiple stakeholders and leading project teams. You will also possess strong interpersonal, communication and influencing skills. You will also be used to managing budgets and resources as well as overseeing supplier partners.
Experience of implementing MS Dynamics Business Central as a finance system would be an advantage as would a project management qualification.
If you are excited by the opportunity to deliver multiple complex IT projects while building a movement for nature, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our website via the link, complete the online registration and submit a copy of your up-to-date CV with the Supporting Statement highlighting what makes you a good fit for us.
Application closing date : 11/02/2024
WWF UK are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. As a Disability Confident Employer, we acknowledge that some candidates may require additional support to overcome barriers experienced during the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team via our website.
Our policies and benefits reflect the importance of people being able to have a good work-life balance and being able to bring their ‘full self’ to work.
WWF-UK believes anyone who is involved in our work or connected to it, especially children, should be safe from harm. Our first priority will always be to safeguard anyone at risk of harm or abuse. WWF-UK operates robust recruitment practices to ensure candidates for all roles are suitable. Our process includes values-based questions during interviews and annual performance reviews, reference checks that we verify orally, criminal records checks (at the appropriate level) and pre-employment declarations. We do not tolerate any form of abuse or exploitation and act robustly to any allegations or concerns.
Our world needs you like never before. We are the first generation to know we are destroying the world and we could be the last that can do anything about it. We are looking for people who are passionate about making it politically, socially and economically unacceptable to destroy our planet’s natural resources. We need you to join us in the fight for our world.
Jan 25, 2024
Full time
Head of Finance Systems Transformation Programme
Job reference: REQ000687
24 Month Fixed Term Contract
£52,303 - ££62,763pa
Woking GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working
This is a UK based contract and as such, you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Evidence of your Right to Work will be checked prior to interview.
If you have successfully managed and led IT system implementations this is a tremendous opportunity to use your skills to save our planet. There has never been a more important time to join the fight for our world and as Finance Systems Programme Manager for the world’s leading independent conservation organisation you can play a vital role in the battle for nature.
WWF UK has grown significantly in the last four years and as Finance Systems Programme Manager you will focus on implementing new finance systems to facilitate the financial management and reporting we now need and which is critical to the organisation’s ability to ensure maximum impact from the use of funds. We will look to you to deliver new finance, procurement and grant management systems. You will take responsibility for the effective management of implementation projects from initial discovery through to Go Live and beyond.
You will ensure projects are delivered within budget, on time and that main requirements and objectives for each system are successfully met. You will also oversee the work of implementation partners, manage stakeholder communications and escalate large-scale issues if needed. You will manage resources and ensure users are adequately equipped and trained to optimise systems use too. Important will be the ability to solve project-related problems and to keep the organisation on track.
For this critical role, you must have significant experience of successfully managing and leading IT system implementations, preferably with finance systems implementation projects. Comfortable helping organisations and teams with transformation or change management projects, you will be used to managing multiple stakeholders and leading project teams. You will also possess strong interpersonal, communication and influencing skills. You will also be used to managing budgets and resources as well as overseeing supplier partners.
Experience of implementing MS Dynamics Business Central as a finance system would be an advantage as would a project management qualification.
If you are excited by the opportunity to deliver multiple complex IT projects while building a movement for nature, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our website via the link, complete the online registration and submit a copy of your up-to-date CV with the Supporting Statement highlighting what makes you a good fit for us.
Application closing date : 11/02/2024
WWF UK are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. As a Disability Confident Employer, we acknowledge that some candidates may require additional support to overcome barriers experienced during the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team via our website.
Our policies and benefits reflect the importance of people being able to have a good work-life balance and being able to bring their ‘full self’ to work.
WWF-UK believes anyone who is involved in our work or connected to it, especially children, should be safe from harm. Our first priority will always be to safeguard anyone at risk of harm or abuse. WWF-UK operates robust recruitment practices to ensure candidates for all roles are suitable. Our process includes values-based questions during interviews and annual performance reviews, reference checks that we verify orally, criminal records checks (at the appropriate level) and pre-employment declarations. We do not tolerate any form of abuse or exploitation and act robustly to any allegations or concerns.
Our world needs you like never before. We are the first generation to know we are destroying the world and we could be the last that can do anything about it. We are looking for people who are passionate about making it politically, socially and economically unacceptable to destroy our planet’s natural resources. We need you to join us in the fight for our world.
Reigate and Banstead Borough Council
Reigate & Banstead Borough Council, Castlefield Road, Reigate, UK
Can you help us improve the services delivered to our residents and customers? Do you have software development skills, technical ICT experience and enjoy variety? Reigate and Banstead Borough Council are seeking someone to join them as a Systems Support Analyst and it could be the position you are looking for.
Joining the small and friendly Business Improvement Team in ICT, you will help deliver the Council’s ICT and Digital Strategy. You will be able to demonstrate that you are an innovative, supportive, positive and flexible person whilst working on wide variety of interesting business change and application projects.
You will be using your knowledge and experience of CRM, API’s, SQL and SQL Server, ETL software, automation, ftp, DOS scripting, webservices and PowerBI. This could be:
with the Granicus govService CRM platform, creating self-service online forms and processes for our residents and customers, or generating efficiencies and business value for our internal service unit colleagues
integrating diverse back office systems using API’s and webservices
creating and managing existing SQL databases
writing and maintaining PowerBI reports
supporting legacy batch work using scheduled tasks, ftp and DOS scripting tools
working with third party software suppliers on upgrade and migration projects
troubleshoot third line support calls
You will be a self-starter and have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills along with strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
Staff Benefits
In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.
We provide you with generous annual leave, flexible working and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and discounted ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.
Additional Information
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Kenton Reader, Business Improvement Team Leader on Tel: 01737 276764.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Closing Date: 16 October 2023
Values and Behaviours
Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change. Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.
Oct 04, 2023
Full time
Can you help us improve the services delivered to our residents and customers? Do you have software development skills, technical ICT experience and enjoy variety? Reigate and Banstead Borough Council are seeking someone to join them as a Systems Support Analyst and it could be the position you are looking for.
Joining the small and friendly Business Improvement Team in ICT, you will help deliver the Council’s ICT and Digital Strategy. You will be able to demonstrate that you are an innovative, supportive, positive and flexible person whilst working on wide variety of interesting business change and application projects.
You will be using your knowledge and experience of CRM, API’s, SQL and SQL Server, ETL software, automation, ftp, DOS scripting, webservices and PowerBI. This could be:
with the Granicus govService CRM platform, creating self-service online forms and processes for our residents and customers, or generating efficiencies and business value for our internal service unit colleagues
integrating diverse back office systems using API’s and webservices
creating and managing existing SQL databases
writing and maintaining PowerBI reports
supporting legacy batch work using scheduled tasks, ftp and DOS scripting tools
working with third party software suppliers on upgrade and migration projects
troubleshoot third line support calls
You will be a self-starter and have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills along with strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
Staff Benefits
In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.
We provide you with generous annual leave, flexible working and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and discounted ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.
Additional Information
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Kenton Reader, Business Improvement Team Leader on Tel: 01737 276764.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Closing Date: 16 October 2023
Values and Behaviours
Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change. Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.
Repton School
Repton School, Willington Road, Repton, Derby, UK
Are you passionate about data and providing high quality information to further the aims of a charitable organisation in the field of education? The Repton Foundation provides truly life-changing bursary places to children who have the potential, but lack the financial means, to access a world class education at a leading co-educational independent day and boarding school.
With an ambitious development plan to see the school through to its 470th anniversary in 2027 and beyond, Repton School is looking for an experienced, data-savvy and tenacious Database and Research Lead to join the team. Quality of data is critical to the success of fundraising and wider engagement activities, and this role is therefore fundamental in supporting the Repton Foundation and the Old Reptonian (OR) Alumni Society.
Please submit your application online by Tuesday 31st October 2023.
Should you wish to complete an offline application form, or should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR team via HR@repton.org.uk
Should you wish to be considered for this role, and would like an informal conversation about the position, please send your CV to the hiring manager Juliet Wolfe via jwolfe@repton.org.uk or request a call to discuss the role requirements.
Main Responsibilities
Database Management – manage, maintain and operate the Old Reptonian and Repton Foundation database. Ensure that the database is developed, updated and run according to current data security protocols. Ensure that back-up and recovery processes are fit for purpose. Establish ‘query/report request’ protocols.
Data Quality Assurance – work through the School’s electronic and hard copy records to ensure that data held is accurate, relevant, up to date and lawful.
Database Enhancement – work with software developers/providers to ensure the database is fit for purpose, accurate, accessible and secure. Liaise with developers on an ongoing basis to design, commission, install and implement new features, integrations and apps – or customise existing – and troubleshoot and solve issues.
Data Importing – ensure that annual bulk data imports (of Upper Sixth records) are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
Capacity Planning – analyse database usage patterns/trends to identify resource and upgrade requirements. Make recommendations as appropriate.
Database User Management – establish the needs and training requirements of end-users. Manage and monitor appropriate permissions and access levels and ensure data security and integrity. Provide ongoing training and support to approved users, where required.
Research – support the Development Director and Alumni Relations Manager in identifying donor prospects, mentors, speakers, case studies etc and generating guest profiles for events and fundraising purposes.
Reporting and Analytics – produce accurate data, reports and performance metrics to aid in event planning, audience profiling and donor, campaign and event analysis.
Financial Reconciliation – support Development Director in gift processing through recording and tracking donations, and reconciling with Finance Department.
Data Privacy Compliance –implement a robust process to ensure Data Protection Law 2018, UK GDPR and PECR regulations are adhered to with regard to all stored data and bulk data migrations.
Other Duties – any other reasonable duties as requested by the Line Manager.
The Ideal Candidate
Manage all aspects of data, the database and prospect research for alumni engagement and fundraising.
Skills & Experience
The successful candidate will have:
Essential
Knowledge of SQL
Knowledge of Oracle, MySQL, Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, Potentiality or similar RDBMS, preferably used within the education or charities sector
The technical know-how and ability to manage a database, identify gaps both in data quality and database functionality, and propose and implement workable solutions
The perseverance and attention to detail to work through historical electronic and hard copy records and update contacts accordingly to ensure data integrity
Experience in interrogating and analysing data and running and interpreting reports, along with the ability to distil findings and complex data into easy-to-digest formats (to include metrics)
Good understanding of the Data Protection Act 2018, UK GDPR and PECR
Self-starter with ability to work independently within a small team
Flexibility and willingness to support the team with other activities when required (e.g. event and ticketing support/administration, OR alumni/staff/supplier/visitor liaison and queries, marketing support, social media support etc)
Excellent problem solving, analytical and communication skills
Desirable
Understanding of the alumni engagement and fundraising landscape as it relates to data processes and requirements (e.g. knowledge of third-party platforms such as JustGiving, Mailchimp and Eventbrite, as well as Gift Aid processing following HMRC guidelines)
Oct 02, 2023
Full time
Are you passionate about data and providing high quality information to further the aims of a charitable organisation in the field of education? The Repton Foundation provides truly life-changing bursary places to children who have the potential, but lack the financial means, to access a world class education at a leading co-educational independent day and boarding school.
With an ambitious development plan to see the school through to its 470th anniversary in 2027 and beyond, Repton School is looking for an experienced, data-savvy and tenacious Database and Research Lead to join the team. Quality of data is critical to the success of fundraising and wider engagement activities, and this role is therefore fundamental in supporting the Repton Foundation and the Old Reptonian (OR) Alumni Society.
Please submit your application online by Tuesday 31st October 2023.
Should you wish to complete an offline application form, or should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR team via HR@repton.org.uk
Should you wish to be considered for this role, and would like an informal conversation about the position, please send your CV to the hiring manager Juliet Wolfe via jwolfe@repton.org.uk or request a call to discuss the role requirements.
Main Responsibilities
Database Management – manage, maintain and operate the Old Reptonian and Repton Foundation database. Ensure that the database is developed, updated and run according to current data security protocols. Ensure that back-up and recovery processes are fit for purpose. Establish ‘query/report request’ protocols.
Data Quality Assurance – work through the School’s electronic and hard copy records to ensure that data held is accurate, relevant, up to date and lawful.
Database Enhancement – work with software developers/providers to ensure the database is fit for purpose, accurate, accessible and secure. Liaise with developers on an ongoing basis to design, commission, install and implement new features, integrations and apps – or customise existing – and troubleshoot and solve issues.
Data Importing – ensure that annual bulk data imports (of Upper Sixth records) are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
Capacity Planning – analyse database usage patterns/trends to identify resource and upgrade requirements. Make recommendations as appropriate.
Database User Management – establish the needs and training requirements of end-users. Manage and monitor appropriate permissions and access levels and ensure data security and integrity. Provide ongoing training and support to approved users, where required.
Research – support the Development Director and Alumni Relations Manager in identifying donor prospects, mentors, speakers, case studies etc and generating guest profiles for events and fundraising purposes.
Reporting and Analytics – produce accurate data, reports and performance metrics to aid in event planning, audience profiling and donor, campaign and event analysis.
Financial Reconciliation – support Development Director in gift processing through recording and tracking donations, and reconciling with Finance Department.
Data Privacy Compliance –implement a robust process to ensure Data Protection Law 2018, UK GDPR and PECR regulations are adhered to with regard to all stored data and bulk data migrations.
Other Duties – any other reasonable duties as requested by the Line Manager.
The Ideal Candidate
Manage all aspects of data, the database and prospect research for alumni engagement and fundraising.
Skills & Experience
The successful candidate will have:
Essential
Knowledge of SQL
Knowledge of Oracle, MySQL, Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, Potentiality or similar RDBMS, preferably used within the education or charities sector
The technical know-how and ability to manage a database, identify gaps both in data quality and database functionality, and propose and implement workable solutions
The perseverance and attention to detail to work through historical electronic and hard copy records and update contacts accordingly to ensure data integrity
Experience in interrogating and analysing data and running and interpreting reports, along with the ability to distil findings and complex data into easy-to-digest formats (to include metrics)
Good understanding of the Data Protection Act 2018, UK GDPR and PECR
Self-starter with ability to work independently within a small team
Flexibility and willingness to support the team with other activities when required (e.g. event and ticketing support/administration, OR alumni/staff/supplier/visitor liaison and queries, marketing support, social media support etc)
Excellent problem solving, analytical and communication skills
Desirable
Understanding of the alumni engagement and fundraising landscape as it relates to data processes and requirements (e.g. knowledge of third-party platforms such as JustGiving, Mailchimp and Eventbrite, as well as Gift Aid processing following HMRC guidelines)
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.
Location
Dstl Porton Down, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 0JQ or Dstl Portsdown West, Fareham, Hampshire, PO17 6AD
About the job
Job summary
Dstl is the science and technology arm of the Ministry of Defence. We improve the front-line capability of the UK Armed Forces helping keep our country safe.
The Cyber Security and Safety Group has never been more important. Many military platforms such as fast jets, unmanned air vehicles, helicopters, naval vessels, and land vehicles are becoming increasingly reliant on Software, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Autonomous functions to control all aspects of their behaviour.
We’re looking for mathematically strong data scientists to help make AI reliant military systems robust and trustworthy in complex operations to help save lives.
An example of our world class inspiring work is designing and trialling a variety of autonomous air and ground vehicles out in Salisbury plain with the US and Australia. AI models were retrained in flight to meet changing mission situations to enhance commanders’ decision-making.
You could be involved in:
Assessing and improving AI content in Defence and Security safety critical systems in the Air, Sea and Land domains, to ensure that they are safe, secure and protected.
Applying the latest thinking in verification and validation of artificial intelligence and autonomous functions for defence and security purposes.
Innovating to support the delivery of the UK Cyber Strategy by researching algorithms for Cyber defence.
Dstl recognises the importance of diversity and inclusion as people from diverse backgrounds bring fresh ideas. We are committed to building an inclusive working environment in which each employee fulfils their potential and maximises their contribution.
We particularly welcome female and ethnic minority applicants and those from the LGBTQI community, as they are under-represented within Dstl at these levels.
Job description
In this role you will:
Have a drive for keeping abreast of the latest developments in cyber security and emerging trends in artificial intelligence. We give our people the opportunity to think and innovate. We offer loads of opportunities for training and scholarships, attending and presenting at conferences, and collaborating with internal research and industry and academia.
Work in a team consisting of highly professional Autonomy and Mathematical experts with enviable national and international reputations to take part in cutting edge research. Use your critical thinking and creative problem solving skills to implement state of art methods and tools.
Develop a knowledge of undertaking verification, validation and vulnerability assessments on Systems of interest.
Appreciate the importance of safety, security requirements to have a positive impact on defence and security of the UK.
Deliver technical reports and recommendations to leadership, senior officials across government and military and other non-technical audiences through clear data storytelling and well-crafted verbal presentations
Person specification
We are looking for someone who has:
A keen interest in algorithms, AI, ML or statistical analysis along with a willingness to develop additional capabilities in cyber security and safety.
Experience contributing to Software or AI / ML intensive projects.
Is looking for a career with a difference, doing a job that provides the latest and most effective tools to defend our nation and uphold the principle of freedom.
Important Information:
Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners.
This role will require full UK security clearance and you should have resided in the UK for the past 5 years. For some roles Developed Vetting will also be required, in this case you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
Changing and Improving
Communicating and Influencing
Seeing the Big Picture
Working Together
Benefits
Benefits
Dstl’s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes:
Financial : An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme.
Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours (e.g. working a 4 day week/ 9 day fortnight), job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only).
Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month.
Where you work: Depending on your role, blended working may be available including remote working to suit you and your team. This can be discussed at interview.
Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum.
Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid
Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning.
Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
Things you need to know
Selection process details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window) , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.
We want you to have your best chance of success in our recruitment process, so If at any stage of the application process you would like help or assistance please contact the Dstl Recruitment Team dstlrecruitment@dstl.gov.uk and we will do all we can to support you.
Sifting will be taking place bi-weekly throughout the campaign, successful applicants will be invited to attend an online interview via MS Teams.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window) . See our vetting charter (opens in a new window) . People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Nationality requirements
Open to UK nationals only. This job is not open to candidates who hold a dual nationality.
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window) . The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
Apply and further information
This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.
Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
Name : Dstl Recruitment
Email : dstlrecruitment@dstl.gov.uk
Recruitment team
Email : dstlrecruitment@dstl.gov.uk
Further information
Should you wish to raise a formal complaint about the Dstl recruitment process you should email dstlrecruitment@dstl.gov.uk stating the nature of the issue. We will respond within 5 working days.
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Jul 03, 2023
Full time
Location
Dstl Porton Down, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 0JQ or Dstl Portsdown West, Fareham, Hampshire, PO17 6AD
About the job
Job summary
Dstl is the science and technology arm of the Ministry of Defence. We improve the front-line capability of the UK Armed Forces helping keep our country safe.
The Cyber Security and Safety Group has never been more important. Many military platforms such as fast jets, unmanned air vehicles, helicopters, naval vessels, and land vehicles are becoming increasingly reliant on Software, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Autonomous functions to control all aspects of their behaviour.
We’re looking for mathematically strong data scientists to help make AI reliant military systems robust and trustworthy in complex operations to help save lives.
An example of our world class inspiring work is designing and trialling a variety of autonomous air and ground vehicles out in Salisbury plain with the US and Australia. AI models were retrained in flight to meet changing mission situations to enhance commanders’ decision-making.
You could be involved in:
Assessing and improving AI content in Defence and Security safety critical systems in the Air, Sea and Land domains, to ensure that they are safe, secure and protected.
Applying the latest thinking in verification and validation of artificial intelligence and autonomous functions for defence and security purposes.
Innovating to support the delivery of the UK Cyber Strategy by researching algorithms for Cyber defence.
Dstl recognises the importance of diversity and inclusion as people from diverse backgrounds bring fresh ideas. We are committed to building an inclusive working environment in which each employee fulfils their potential and maximises their contribution.
We particularly welcome female and ethnic minority applicants and those from the LGBTQI community, as they are under-represented within Dstl at these levels.
Job description
In this role you will:
Have a drive for keeping abreast of the latest developments in cyber security and emerging trends in artificial intelligence. We give our people the opportunity to think and innovate. We offer loads of opportunities for training and scholarships, attending and presenting at conferences, and collaborating with internal research and industry and academia.
Work in a team consisting of highly professional Autonomy and Mathematical experts with enviable national and international reputations to take part in cutting edge research. Use your critical thinking and creative problem solving skills to implement state of art methods and tools.
Develop a knowledge of undertaking verification, validation and vulnerability assessments on Systems of interest.
Appreciate the importance of safety, security requirements to have a positive impact on defence and security of the UK.
Deliver technical reports and recommendations to leadership, senior officials across government and military and other non-technical audiences through clear data storytelling and well-crafted verbal presentations
Person specification
We are looking for someone who has:
A keen interest in algorithms, AI, ML or statistical analysis along with a willingness to develop additional capabilities in cyber security and safety.
Experience contributing to Software or AI / ML intensive projects.
Is looking for a career with a difference, doing a job that provides the latest and most effective tools to defend our nation and uphold the principle of freedom.
Important Information:
Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners.
This role will require full UK security clearance and you should have resided in the UK for the past 5 years. For some roles Developed Vetting will also be required, in this case you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
Changing and Improving
Communicating and Influencing
Seeing the Big Picture
Working Together
Benefits
Benefits
Dstl’s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes:
Financial : An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme.
Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours (e.g. working a 4 day week/ 9 day fortnight), job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only).
Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month.
Where you work: Depending on your role, blended working may be available including remote working to suit you and your team. This can be discussed at interview.
Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum.
Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid
Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning.
Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
Things you need to know
Selection process details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window) , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.
We want you to have your best chance of success in our recruitment process, so If at any stage of the application process you would like help or assistance please contact the Dstl Recruitment Team dstlrecruitment@dstl.gov.uk and we will do all we can to support you.
Sifting will be taking place bi-weekly throughout the campaign, successful applicants will be invited to attend an online interview via MS Teams.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window) . See our vetting charter (opens in a new window) . People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Nationality requirements
Open to UK nationals only. This job is not open to candidates who hold a dual nationality.
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window) . The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
Apply and further information
This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.
Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
Name : Dstl Recruitment
Email : dstlrecruitment@dstl.gov.uk
Recruitment team
Email : dstlrecruitment@dstl.gov.uk
Further information
Should you wish to raise a formal complaint about the Dstl recruitment process you should email dstlrecruitment@dstl.gov.uk stating the nature of the issue. We will respond within 5 working days.
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About us:
Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales with a strong reputation for high quality teaching and learning. We have six campuses across the city with over 4,500 full time learners and 10,000 part time learners. We currently have a turnover of over £50 million making us a major employer in the region with approximately 1,000 staff.
At Gower College Swansea we are passionate about investing in our staff and looking after their wellbeing to ensure they feel supported in work and also at home.
The role:
You will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality Data Analytics apprenticeship training and assessment on our work-based learning contract.
37 hours per week
Permanent
£31,498 - £36,642 per annum
Jubilee Court, Swansea, SA5
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver training and assessments across a range of courses ensuring schemes/records of work, assignment schedules, are appropriate to the syllabus content and awarding body standards
Work with customers in industry to maintain and build relationships and to secure contracts with existing and new organisations
Meet regularly with learners as determined by the programme delivery to establish and maintain monitoring and review arrangements for students undertaking training.
About you:
Level 4 qualification or equivalent in Data Analytics
Commercial knowledge, experience and understanding of industry, including training needs
Creative, innovative and enthusiastic
Benefits for you:
28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the college is closed for two weeks over the Christmas period
Free Parking
A Local Government Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 21% (2023)
Free annual subscription to the Headspace Mindfulness app
Discounted study opportunities on College programmes
Hybrid Working
View more benefits here: https://www.gcs.ac.uk/recruitment/benefits-and-wellbeing
We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.
If you wish to continue your application journey using Welsh Language, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh Language applications as we recognise the importance of delivering services in Welsh, and the need to grow our bilingual workforce.
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and require registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales.
Appointments will normally be made to the bottom of the salary scale with annual increments on 1st August each year (subject to a start date before 1st February).
May 15, 2023
Full time
About us:
Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales with a strong reputation for high quality teaching and learning. We have six campuses across the city with over 4,500 full time learners and 10,000 part time learners. We currently have a turnover of over £50 million making us a major employer in the region with approximately 1,000 staff.
At Gower College Swansea we are passionate about investing in our staff and looking after their wellbeing to ensure they feel supported in work and also at home.
The role:
You will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality Data Analytics apprenticeship training and assessment on our work-based learning contract.
37 hours per week
Permanent
£31,498 - £36,642 per annum
Jubilee Court, Swansea, SA5
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver training and assessments across a range of courses ensuring schemes/records of work, assignment schedules, are appropriate to the syllabus content and awarding body standards
Work with customers in industry to maintain and build relationships and to secure contracts with existing and new organisations
Meet regularly with learners as determined by the programme delivery to establish and maintain monitoring and review arrangements for students undertaking training.
About you:
Level 4 qualification or equivalent in Data Analytics
Commercial knowledge, experience and understanding of industry, including training needs
Creative, innovative and enthusiastic
Benefits for you:
28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the college is closed for two weeks over the Christmas period
Free Parking
A Local Government Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 21% (2023)
Free annual subscription to the Headspace Mindfulness app
Discounted study opportunities on College programmes
Hybrid Working
View more benefits here: https://www.gcs.ac.uk/recruitment/benefits-and-wellbeing
We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.
If you wish to continue your application journey using Welsh Language, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh Language applications as we recognise the importance of delivering services in Welsh, and the need to grow our bilingual workforce.
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and require registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales.
Appointments will normally be made to the bottom of the salary scale with annual increments on 1st August each year (subject to a start date before 1st February).
Hastoe Housing Association Limited
Marina Place, Hampton Wick, Kingston upon Thames KT1 4BH, UK
Salary: £35,406 - £39,340
Hours: 35 per week
Location: Hybrid – Home-based / Hampton Wick, KT1
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus 1.5 days complimentary leave, option to purchase additional annual leave, car leasing scheme, healthcare cash plan, pension plus many more.
Why Hastoe’s different
Are you passionate about data? Do you have an eye for detail? Then you could be the one to complete our Performance and IT Team? Now is a really exciting time to join the Hastoe family as we kick-start 2023 with plenty of interesting projects.
In return, we’ll offer support and training through your journey with us, as well as a great network of colleagues where a friendly face is never far away. As an award winning leading rural housing provider managing 7,500 sustainable, affordable homes, there’s always a new and exciting project happening at Hastoe, while our regular all-staff get togethers will allow you to connect and develop great relationships with your colleagues across the company.
What will you be doing?
Analysing requirements, developing, and maintaining reports, visualisations and dashboards in line with agreed Key Performance Indicator definitions for operational and management performance packs
Managing all regulatory returns for the business
Supporting the Data Governance strategy; working with data owners to develop and maintain key data controls, ensuring these controls are adhered to on a regular basis. Working with the business to ensure data reporting definitions are relevant to the business needs
Working closely with stakeholders to understand business objectives and data requirements
We’re looking for?
To be considered for this role you will have the following:
Previous experience in a Data Analyst or similar role, with proven experience ideally using Power BI
Strong T-Sql querying skills
Excellent attention to detail
Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills with the ability to solve issues utilising data
Excellent interpersonal, communication and relationship building skills
The ability to adapt and organise your workload to accommodate deadlines
If you have previous experience in using Housing Management systems then this is a bonus but it’s not essential to the role. You’ll receive full training on our in house systems when you join.
What you’ll get from us:
Training opportunities to develop your skills
A team of supportive colleagues
The opportunity to make your mark on our performance reporting
A personal note from hiring manager:
“Working in the Performance & IT Team at Hastoe is working at the center of our business. You will communicate and work with all our friendly and passionate employees. The Team is supportive and approachable, and we can’t wait to welcome our new Business Intelligence Analyst into the team”.
Application
Please send your CV and supporting statement to recruitment@hastoe.com by 5pm on Sunday 26 February 2023.
We will review CVs as they come in and carry out interviews throughout the recruitment process. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we find a suitable candidate so to avoid missing out, don’t delay in applying for this exciting new role.
Please note, CVs sent without a supporting statement will not be considered.
Your supporting statement should include:
Your motivations for applying for the role
How you meet the person specification
What attracts you to work for a Housing Association / what you enjoy about currently working for a Housing Association
If you’d like more information about the role or have any questions about the application process, please contact the HR Team at recruitment@hastoe.com or call 0208 973 0435.
This post is subject to background checks.
Feb 07, 2023
Full time
Salary: £35,406 - £39,340
Hours: 35 per week
Location: Hybrid – Home-based / Hampton Wick, KT1
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus 1.5 days complimentary leave, option to purchase additional annual leave, car leasing scheme, healthcare cash plan, pension plus many more.
Why Hastoe’s different
Are you passionate about data? Do you have an eye for detail? Then you could be the one to complete our Performance and IT Team? Now is a really exciting time to join the Hastoe family as we kick-start 2023 with plenty of interesting projects.
In return, we’ll offer support and training through your journey with us, as well as a great network of colleagues where a friendly face is never far away. As an award winning leading rural housing provider managing 7,500 sustainable, affordable homes, there’s always a new and exciting project happening at Hastoe, while our regular all-staff get togethers will allow you to connect and develop great relationships with your colleagues across the company.
What will you be doing?
Analysing requirements, developing, and maintaining reports, visualisations and dashboards in line with agreed Key Performance Indicator definitions for operational and management performance packs
Managing all regulatory returns for the business
Supporting the Data Governance strategy; working with data owners to develop and maintain key data controls, ensuring these controls are adhered to on a regular basis. Working with the business to ensure data reporting definitions are relevant to the business needs
Working closely with stakeholders to understand business objectives and data requirements
We’re looking for?
To be considered for this role you will have the following:
Previous experience in a Data Analyst or similar role, with proven experience ideally using Power BI
Strong T-Sql querying skills
Excellent attention to detail
Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills with the ability to solve issues utilising data
Excellent interpersonal, communication and relationship building skills
The ability to adapt and organise your workload to accommodate deadlines
If you have previous experience in using Housing Management systems then this is a bonus but it’s not essential to the role. You’ll receive full training on our in house systems when you join.
What you’ll get from us:
Training opportunities to develop your skills
A team of supportive colleagues
The opportunity to make your mark on our performance reporting
A personal note from hiring manager:
“Working in the Performance & IT Team at Hastoe is working at the center of our business. You will communicate and work with all our friendly and passionate employees. The Team is supportive and approachable, and we can’t wait to welcome our new Business Intelligence Analyst into the team”.
Application
Please send your CV and supporting statement to recruitment@hastoe.com by 5pm on Sunday 26 February 2023.
We will review CVs as they come in and carry out interviews throughout the recruitment process. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we find a suitable candidate so to avoid missing out, don’t delay in applying for this exciting new role.
Please note, CVs sent without a supporting statement will not be considered.
Your supporting statement should include:
Your motivations for applying for the role
How you meet the person specification
What attracts you to work for a Housing Association / what you enjoy about currently working for a Housing Association
If you’d like more information about the role or have any questions about the application process, please contact the HR Team at recruitment@hastoe.com or call 0208 973 0435.
This post is subject to background checks.
Test Analyst Web Applications
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £32,876 - £36,229 (Grade 5)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: 37 hours, Monday - Friday
Post number: 203436
Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced User Acceptance Tester to join our growing Digital Services Team.
Over a million people access information and services on the Natural Resources Wales website every year. These include helping businesses comply with environmental regulations to protect the Welsh environment and helping house holders understand their flood risk and prepare for flooding. It’s also an important platform for other public bodies and used by policy makers to access the evidence they need to help make decisions. And much more in-between!
Working in a multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with developers, testers and users of the NRW website and Content Management System. You will review and test applications to make sure developments work as expected and meet standards, such as accessibility.
You can find out more about our vision for user-centred services for the people of Wales in our Digital Strategy.
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of the following:
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to understand technical & business requirements to identify test data requirements and produce test conditions, scenarios and scripts in preparation and execution of a full range of testing including; functional, Integration and Regression activities across multiple teams.
Ability to create and maintain test documentation: e.g. test plans, TTRM, Test Exit reports, Test estimate schedules, and contribute to overall project test plans. Operate the agreed defect life cycle, ensuring defects are assigned to the relevant party, accepted for re-test, re-tested and approved.
Sound understanding of structured test models (e.g. Agile, Waterfall, V- Model), and the ability to work within them appropriately, technical architectures. (Microsoft Cloud technology).
Understanding of the use of test metrics to provide accurate reporting including test progress, scripting, defect tracking, and completion reporting using testing tools and will require applicants to be fully conversant with tools for test requirements.
Excellent technical skills and knowledge including:
Working for/within an organisation which is “data rich”, collecting and generating its own data for use in regulating others, managing its assets or informing others.
Building/working with corporate applications using cloud hosting services such as Azure and of working in environments using MS Sharepoint including Office 365.
Excellent communication and team working skills with the ability to work collaboratively and at pace responding to changes in environment, timescales and priorities, including the ability to work with senior management and internal and external customers and suppliers presenting complex/technical information in a format appropriate for the seniority and technical understanding of the audience. It is imperative to maintain assertive communication in the face of resource availability challenges from business users.
This role will offer a range of benefits, including:
Agile and flexible working
Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 26.6% to 30.3%
28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
Health and wellbeing benefits and support
Weekly well-being hour to use as you choose
For more information, please visit our website.
Dec 08, 2022
Full time
Test Analyst Web Applications
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £32,876 - £36,229 (Grade 5)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: 37 hours, Monday - Friday
Post number: 203436
Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced User Acceptance Tester to join our growing Digital Services Team.
Over a million people access information and services on the Natural Resources Wales website every year. These include helping businesses comply with environmental regulations to protect the Welsh environment and helping house holders understand their flood risk and prepare for flooding. It’s also an important platform for other public bodies and used by policy makers to access the evidence they need to help make decisions. And much more in-between!
Working in a multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with developers, testers and users of the NRW website and Content Management System. You will review and test applications to make sure developments work as expected and meet standards, such as accessibility.
You can find out more about our vision for user-centred services for the people of Wales in our Digital Strategy.
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of the following:
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to understand technical & business requirements to identify test data requirements and produce test conditions, scenarios and scripts in preparation and execution of a full range of testing including; functional, Integration and Regression activities across multiple teams.
Ability to create and maintain test documentation: e.g. test plans, TTRM, Test Exit reports, Test estimate schedules, and contribute to overall project test plans. Operate the agreed defect life cycle, ensuring defects are assigned to the relevant party, accepted for re-test, re-tested and approved.
Sound understanding of structured test models (e.g. Agile, Waterfall, V- Model), and the ability to work within them appropriately, technical architectures. (Microsoft Cloud technology).
Understanding of the use of test metrics to provide accurate reporting including test progress, scripting, defect tracking, and completion reporting using testing tools and will require applicants to be fully conversant with tools for test requirements.
Excellent technical skills and knowledge including:
Working for/within an organisation which is “data rich”, collecting and generating its own data for use in regulating others, managing its assets or informing others.
Building/working with corporate applications using cloud hosting services such as Azure and of working in environments using MS Sharepoint including Office 365.
Excellent communication and team working skills with the ability to work collaboratively and at pace responding to changes in environment, timescales and priorities, including the ability to work with senior management and internal and external customers and suppliers presenting complex/technical information in a format appropriate for the seniority and technical understanding of the audience. It is imperative to maintain assertive communication in the face of resource availability challenges from business users.
This role will offer a range of benefits, including:
Agile and flexible working
Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 26.6% to 30.3%
28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
Health and wellbeing benefits and support
Weekly well-being hour to use as you choose
For more information, please visit our website.
ERP Support Desk Analyst
Based in our Skipton, UK office
Are you looking for your next opportunity in an ERP role? Do you already have skills in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central?
MBP Solutions is experiencing a period of exciting growth, and we’re moving our ERP system to Business Central. This has created an opportunity for an ERP Administrator, ideally with Business Central experience, to work on our digitisation projects and provide helpdesk support for our growing international business. This role will provide 1st and 2nd line support to the business, as well as working closely with our gold partners to manage any escalated 3rd line support tickets and follow these through to completion. Ideally you will have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and/or previous Navision versions. Change management is a key aspect of the role, and the successful candidate will work with the business and process owners to define requirements, functional test and assist with any acceptance testing. Business Central is our core business system, and this role will be involved with a range of integration projects with third party applications as well as workflow/process development.
About us
At MBP Solutions, we believe passionately in the importance and benefit of being a ‘purpose-driven enterprise’. Having a strong and clear sense of purpose, setting out where we want to get to in the
future and explaining what we value most in terms of how we all want to work together is an essential part of our growth plan.
Founded in 1999, we specialise in adding value to biological by-products through our unique know-how regarding product applications, sustainability, sales and marketing, legal compliance and supply chain management. With a focus on the utilisation of the resources in biological by-products, MBP Solutions has developed a unique concept called OMBP (Outsourced Management of By-Products) 360ᵒ solutions
where by-products and wastes from more than 40 different factories in Europe, North America, Asia and Africa are managed in a sustainable
We have in place a set of strong and very simple messages that are built on everything that MBP Solutions has done to date. These statements are a reference point and reminder for all of us in MBP Solutions about how we want to work together, where we are heading and how we will get there:
We work together for a more sustainable world by helping industries reduce their impact on the
We turn one industry’s by-product into another industry’s raw material by partnering with them
to optimise resource use and generate added value.
We are global experts in by-products and their application, including supply chain management, international sales and marketing, legal compliance and
We want to be globally recognised as the go-to partner for industries who want to handle by-products in a sustainable and responsible way.
As employers, we work in a truly multi-national way, local to our customers but as a team across all the countries in which we operate. With offices in Europe, Asia and North America, we offer a collaborative, friendly and smart-working culture with a focus on innovation and delivering real value for our customers.
Your main tasks will be:
Business Central/Continia/Jet helpdesk function – dealing with internal queries relating to system use and potential bugs, escalating to gold partners when needed.
Working with the business to create functional requirements and user
Functional testing of enhancements completed by gold
Ensure that data owners are following best practice with regular reporting to highlight
Manage our master data and deal with requests for changes
Create training documents for administrative processes and system
Complete the onboarding/offboarding and training of new
Manage and maintain security roles and
Ensure preparedness for Microsoft updates, evaluate how this may affect MBP and provide a summary of key points and actions. Take actions as direction and prepare communications to wider company on changes or updates.
Review and analyse the current state of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and develop strategies for improving or further leveraging existing
Write news articles relating to Business Central and be the champion of the product.
We are looking for someone with the following essential experience or qualifications (please only apply if you can demonstrate your experience, by providing on the job or education examples):
A bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant IT
As a minimum, two years of experience configuring, maintaining, documenting and supporting a company’s ERP, with a preference for working experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or Dynamics NAV. Knowledge of other ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle will also be
General understanding of accounting and operations processes with logistics and sales process experience an
Knowledge of data management such as importing from spreadsheets and using data
Understanding of relational databases.
Advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills including SharePoint, Power Automate
Experience using Continia Document Capture and Jet Analytics (preferred, not required).
Experience of building relationships across all levels and areas of the business along with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
Written and verbal English language skills at business
Essential demonstrable Skills/Profile we are looking for:
Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Ability to work well on own initiative, presenting ideas
Strong analytical skills
Structured, methodical and well-organised
Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
Enthusiasm and self-motivation, with a proactive approach to all tasks
Team player who contributes to our collaborative culture
High attention to detail with evidenced problem-solving skills
A positive approach to change
Why work for us?
Sustainability has been part of our ideological backbone since the beginning, as our organisation captures and delivers value in economic, environmental and social terms.
Our business brings to life the concepts of industrial ecology and circular economy by materialising the idea that the co-stream of one industry can be used as a key resource by another.
Our technical expertise, market knowledge and legal understanding help to promote the optimal and efficient use of natural resources, reduce waste and toxic emissions, reduce operating costs and generate new revenue. As a result, we improve the environmental, economic and social performance of our suppliers and customers, with whom we work together to enable the recycling and recovery of residual resources. MBP has several sustainability and quality certifications and works actively with LEAN.
We offer:
A competitive salary
Working for an international company dedicated to sustainability, the environment and natural resources
Free parking
Our UK office is based on the Broughton Hall Estate in Skipton, where you are surrounded by the natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales
A friendly, professional and nurturing culture, dedicated to engagement and retention
Flexibility with hybrid working (up to 3 days a week from home) after a suitable period of review
Training opportunities with a focus on professional development
Occasional international travel to other MBP offices (role dependent)
For more information about MBP or the position, please visit www.mbpsolutions.com
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Sep 15, 2022
Full time
ERP Support Desk Analyst
Based in our Skipton, UK office
Are you looking for your next opportunity in an ERP role? Do you already have skills in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central?
MBP Solutions is experiencing a period of exciting growth, and we’re moving our ERP system to Business Central. This has created an opportunity for an ERP Administrator, ideally with Business Central experience, to work on our digitisation projects and provide helpdesk support for our growing international business. This role will provide 1st and 2nd line support to the business, as well as working closely with our gold partners to manage any escalated 3rd line support tickets and follow these through to completion. Ideally you will have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and/or previous Navision versions. Change management is a key aspect of the role, and the successful candidate will work with the business and process owners to define requirements, functional test and assist with any acceptance testing. Business Central is our core business system, and this role will be involved with a range of integration projects with third party applications as well as workflow/process development.
About us
At MBP Solutions, we believe passionately in the importance and benefit of being a ‘purpose-driven enterprise’. Having a strong and clear sense of purpose, setting out where we want to get to in the
future and explaining what we value most in terms of how we all want to work together is an essential part of our growth plan.
Founded in 1999, we specialise in adding value to biological by-products through our unique know-how regarding product applications, sustainability, sales and marketing, legal compliance and supply chain management. With a focus on the utilisation of the resources in biological by-products, MBP Solutions has developed a unique concept called OMBP (Outsourced Management of By-Products) 360ᵒ solutions
where by-products and wastes from more than 40 different factories in Europe, North America, Asia and Africa are managed in a sustainable
We have in place a set of strong and very simple messages that are built on everything that MBP Solutions has done to date. These statements are a reference point and reminder for all of us in MBP Solutions about how we want to work together, where we are heading and how we will get there:
We work together for a more sustainable world by helping industries reduce their impact on the
We turn one industry’s by-product into another industry’s raw material by partnering with them
to optimise resource use and generate added value.
We are global experts in by-products and their application, including supply chain management, international sales and marketing, legal compliance and
We want to be globally recognised as the go-to partner for industries who want to handle by-products in a sustainable and responsible way.
As employers, we work in a truly multi-national way, local to our customers but as a team across all the countries in which we operate. With offices in Europe, Asia and North America, we offer a collaborative, friendly and smart-working culture with a focus on innovation and delivering real value for our customers.
Your main tasks will be:
Business Central/Continia/Jet helpdesk function – dealing with internal queries relating to system use and potential bugs, escalating to gold partners when needed.
Working with the business to create functional requirements and user
Functional testing of enhancements completed by gold
Ensure that data owners are following best practice with regular reporting to highlight
Manage our master data and deal with requests for changes
Create training documents for administrative processes and system
Complete the onboarding/offboarding and training of new
Manage and maintain security roles and
Ensure preparedness for Microsoft updates, evaluate how this may affect MBP and provide a summary of key points and actions. Take actions as direction and prepare communications to wider company on changes or updates.
Review and analyse the current state of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and develop strategies for improving or further leveraging existing
Write news articles relating to Business Central and be the champion of the product.
We are looking for someone with the following essential experience or qualifications (please only apply if you can demonstrate your experience, by providing on the job or education examples):
A bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant IT
As a minimum, two years of experience configuring, maintaining, documenting and supporting a company’s ERP, with a preference for working experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or Dynamics NAV. Knowledge of other ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle will also be
General understanding of accounting and operations processes with logistics and sales process experience an
Knowledge of data management such as importing from spreadsheets and using data
Understanding of relational databases.
Advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills including SharePoint, Power Automate
Experience using Continia Document Capture and Jet Analytics (preferred, not required).
Experience of building relationships across all levels and areas of the business along with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
Written and verbal English language skills at business
Essential demonstrable Skills/Profile we are looking for:
Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Ability to work well on own initiative, presenting ideas
Strong analytical skills
Structured, methodical and well-organised
Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
Enthusiasm and self-motivation, with a proactive approach to all tasks
Team player who contributes to our collaborative culture
High attention to detail with evidenced problem-solving skills
A positive approach to change
Why work for us?
Sustainability has been part of our ideological backbone since the beginning, as our organisation captures and delivers value in economic, environmental and social terms.
Our business brings to life the concepts of industrial ecology and circular economy by materialising the idea that the co-stream of one industry can be used as a key resource by another.
Our technical expertise, market knowledge and legal understanding help to promote the optimal and efficient use of natural resources, reduce waste and toxic emissions, reduce operating costs and generate new revenue. As a result, we improve the environmental, economic and social performance of our suppliers and customers, with whom we work together to enable the recycling and recovery of residual resources. MBP has several sustainability and quality certifications and works actively with LEAN.
We offer:
A competitive salary
Working for an international company dedicated to sustainability, the environment and natural resources
Free parking
Our UK office is based on the Broughton Hall Estate in Skipton, where you are surrounded by the natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales
A friendly, professional and nurturing culture, dedicated to engagement and retention
Flexibility with hybrid working (up to 3 days a week from home) after a suitable period of review
Training opportunities with a focus on professional development
Occasional international travel to other MBP offices (role dependent)
For more information about MBP or the position, please visit www.mbpsolutions.com
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Job Description for Business Analyst:
There’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you’ll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.
We’re an organisation that’s here to experiment and push the limits of what’s possible. So, if you’re keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.
The Technical Business Analysts (TBA) will act as an intermediary between the business and technical delivery teams. Working with Business Engagement Partners, IT project teams and business clients, the TBA will collect, clarify, and translate requirements into requirements definition and conceptual design (using appropriate tools and techniques) from which applications and solutions are developed.
The TBA may also provide project management for small technical projects and work packages.
Main Responsibilities for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Essential Criteria for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years’ worth of UK residency).
Desirable Criteria for Business Analyst:
Experience of working with both business and IT projects within a secure environment.
Willingness to travel to other UK locations and a full UK Driving license.
Comfortable in managing small projects, if required.
About The Company
Grounded in robust science and decades of experience, National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is the authoritative voice in the UK and beyond for technological development within the nuclear power sector.
Our unparalleled understanding of the science, challenges and opportunities makes us an unrivalled authority and partner in the field, providing experts, technologies, and access to cutting-edge facilities to organisations around the world.
Harnessing potential technologies and translating them into to industry-ready solutions means our pioneering approach spearheads international improvement and technological progress.
We work on projects as small as drilling a hole to analyse underground wastes with our integrated micro drilling technology, or as large as developing state-of-the-art power systems for spacecraft, based on radioactive materials
NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.
Recruitment Agency Notice
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.
Aug 19, 2022
Full time
Job Description for Business Analyst:
There’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you’ll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.
We’re an organisation that’s here to experiment and push the limits of what’s possible. So, if you’re keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.
The Technical Business Analysts (TBA) will act as an intermediary between the business and technical delivery teams. Working with Business Engagement Partners, IT project teams and business clients, the TBA will collect, clarify, and translate requirements into requirements definition and conceptual design (using appropriate tools and techniques) from which applications and solutions are developed.
The TBA may also provide project management for small technical projects and work packages.
Main Responsibilities for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Essential Criteria for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years’ worth of UK residency).
Desirable Criteria for Business Analyst:
Experience of working with both business and IT projects within a secure environment.
Willingness to travel to other UK locations and a full UK Driving license.
Comfortable in managing small projects, if required.
About The Company
Grounded in robust science and decades of experience, National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is the authoritative voice in the UK and beyond for technological development within the nuclear power sector.
Our unparalleled understanding of the science, challenges and opportunities makes us an unrivalled authority and partner in the field, providing experts, technologies, and access to cutting-edge facilities to organisations around the world.
Harnessing potential technologies and translating them into to industry-ready solutions means our pioneering approach spearheads international improvement and technological progress.
We work on projects as small as drilling a hole to analyse underground wastes with our integrated micro drilling technology, or as large as developing state-of-the-art power systems for spacecraft, based on radioactive materials
NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.
Recruitment Agency Notice
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.
About the Role
The post-holder will be expected to support development of the Centre’s networked PC servers and all the online services they provide. You will be required to maintain optimum configuration and performance of the servers, the supported applications they run and any databases they hold.
About You
Applicants must hold a degree in a relevant subject or have substantial relevant experience. You must have systems administration experience supporting core business platforms using Microsoft based technologies (AD, ADFS, DNS, DFS, DHCP, IIS, etc) and infrastructure including Citrix and VMware ESXi/vSAN. Strong knowledge in storage technologies/connectivity is essential. In addition, experience of supporting a Checkpoint Next Gen security firewalls is desirable. You should be well organised, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. You will have strong communication skills and a friendly, positive, customer service-orientated disposition.
About the Department
Applications are invited for the post of Research Systems Analyst (PC) for the Barts CR-UK Centre. The Centre comprises of the Barts Cancer Institute and the Centre for Cancer Prevention and is at the forefront of cancer research in the areas of haematological malignancy, pancreatic cancer, women’s cancers and male genitourinary cancers.
About Queen Mary
At Queen Mary University of London, we believe that a diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unthinkable.
Throughout our history, we’ve fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. And we continue to live and breathe this spirit today, not because it’s simply ‘the right thing to do’ but for what it helps us achieve and the intellectual brilliance it delivers.
We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion in everything we do, in the belief that when views collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes form.
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities including an on-site nursery at the Mile End campus.
The post is based at the Charterhouse Square Campus in London. It is full time (35 hours per week), permanent appointment, with an expected start date of 26/07/2021. The starting salary will be Grade 4, in the range of £34,220 - £40,194 per annum, inclusive of London Allowance.
Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.
Informal enquiries should be addressed to (Mohamed Ali) at mohamed.ali@qmul.ac.uk or on +44 (0) 020 7882 3547.
To apply for the role, please click the ‘apply’ button below.
The closing date for applications is 26th November 2021.
The School of Medicine and Athena SWAN Charter for Women in Science.
Valuing Diversity & Committed to Equality
Nov 16, 2021
Full time
About the Role
The post-holder will be expected to support development of the Centre’s networked PC servers and all the online services they provide. You will be required to maintain optimum configuration and performance of the servers, the supported applications they run and any databases they hold.
About You
Applicants must hold a degree in a relevant subject or have substantial relevant experience. You must have systems administration experience supporting core business platforms using Microsoft based technologies (AD, ADFS, DNS, DFS, DHCP, IIS, etc) and infrastructure including Citrix and VMware ESXi/vSAN. Strong knowledge in storage technologies/connectivity is essential. In addition, experience of supporting a Checkpoint Next Gen security firewalls is desirable. You should be well organised, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. You will have strong communication skills and a friendly, positive, customer service-orientated disposition.
About the Department
Applications are invited for the post of Research Systems Analyst (PC) for the Barts CR-UK Centre. The Centre comprises of the Barts Cancer Institute and the Centre for Cancer Prevention and is at the forefront of cancer research in the areas of haematological malignancy, pancreatic cancer, women’s cancers and male genitourinary cancers.
About Queen Mary
At Queen Mary University of London, we believe that a diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unthinkable.
Throughout our history, we’ve fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. And we continue to live and breathe this spirit today, not because it’s simply ‘the right thing to do’ but for what it helps us achieve and the intellectual brilliance it delivers.
We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion in everything we do, in the belief that when views collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes form.
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities including an on-site nursery at the Mile End campus.
The post is based at the Charterhouse Square Campus in London. It is full time (35 hours per week), permanent appointment, with an expected start date of 26/07/2021. The starting salary will be Grade 4, in the range of £34,220 - £40,194 per annum, inclusive of London Allowance.
Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.
Informal enquiries should be addressed to (Mohamed Ali) at mohamed.ali@qmul.ac.uk or on +44 (0) 020 7882 3547.
To apply for the role, please click the ‘apply’ button below.
The closing date for applications is 26th November 2021.
The School of Medicine and Athena SWAN Charter for Women in Science.
Valuing Diversity & Committed to Equality
RESPONSIBILITIES: Work on the latest applications of data science to solve business problems Participate in discussions with team members to select and apply relevant analytic techniques and create actionable business insights. Ability to understand the business context by discussing existing data models with senior client leaders and deriving useful business insights. Extract, transform and organize the data into datasets using tools like SQL. Ability to break down a project into specific tasks involving business analysis, data science and engineering Direct teams of business analysts to create data driven solutions Architect data analytics frameworks and solutions to solve data driven business problems Use Data Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Operational Research technique to develop data models Experienced in building and maintaining predictive and/or prescriptive models in production at enterprise scale Experienced in developing and running simulation, optimization, and what-if scenario planning tools to support decision making. Demonstrable ability to sift through data, identify critical information, analyze, develop hypothesis and make recommendations to broader audience required Consistent record of working cross functionally to develop innovative solutions using advanced analytics Prior experience synthesizing and packaging complex analyses and delivering results to non-technical audiences including senior leadership teams Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to develop and deliver presentation Familiarity with agile development methodology Utilizing appropriate quality checks to ensure the results are sound. Requirements Data Science expertise of 7-15 years working in the FMCG space, CPG domain is preferred. Supply chain experience at least 3 to 4 years and prior experience in areas of Demand, Supply, Shipping, Inventory Planning etc. is highly desirable Experience working with large data sets is preferable (with an emphasis on business analysis problems) Experience of working with offshore teams, solving vague business problem to data analytics solution Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or related field with experience in areas such as Supply chain planning and operations, E-commerce and store retail experience preferred. Demonstrated technical, and analytical skill set to work with analytics toolkit such as: R, Python, SQL, Git, SAS, Tableau, Alteryx Azure Tech Stack Ability to engage with executive/VP level stakeholders from client's team to translate business problems to high level analytics solution approach Ability to work cross-functionally to develop innovative solutions using advanced analytics Prior experience in synthesizing and packaging complex analyses and delivering results to non-technical audiences including senior leadership teams Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to develop and deliver presentation Familiarity with agile development methodology Strong project management and team management skills and ability to work with global teams Knowledge of statistical and machine learning algorithms Exposure to cloud platforms and big data systems such as Hadoop HDFS, Hive is a plus
May 17, 2024
Contractor
RESPONSIBILITIES: Work on the latest applications of data science to solve business problems Participate in discussions with team members to select and apply relevant analytic techniques and create actionable business insights. Ability to understand the business context by discussing existing data models with senior client leaders and deriving useful business insights. Extract, transform and organize the data into datasets using tools like SQL. Ability to break down a project into specific tasks involving business analysis, data science and engineering Direct teams of business analysts to create data driven solutions Architect data analytics frameworks and solutions to solve data driven business problems Use Data Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Operational Research technique to develop data models Experienced in building and maintaining predictive and/or prescriptive models in production at enterprise scale Experienced in developing and running simulation, optimization, and what-if scenario planning tools to support decision making. Demonstrable ability to sift through data, identify critical information, analyze, develop hypothesis and make recommendations to broader audience required Consistent record of working cross functionally to develop innovative solutions using advanced analytics Prior experience synthesizing and packaging complex analyses and delivering results to non-technical audiences including senior leadership teams Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to develop and deliver presentation Familiarity with agile development methodology Utilizing appropriate quality checks to ensure the results are sound. Requirements Data Science expertise of 7-15 years working in the FMCG space, CPG domain is preferred. Supply chain experience at least 3 to 4 years and prior experience in areas of Demand, Supply, Shipping, Inventory Planning etc. is highly desirable Experience working with large data sets is preferable (with an emphasis on business analysis problems) Experience of working with offshore teams, solving vague business problem to data analytics solution Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or related field with experience in areas such as Supply chain planning and operations, E-commerce and store retail experience preferred. Demonstrated technical, and analytical skill set to work with analytics toolkit such as: R, Python, SQL, Git, SAS, Tableau, Alteryx Azure Tech Stack Ability to engage with executive/VP level stakeholders from client's team to translate business problems to high level analytics solution approach Ability to work cross-functionally to develop innovative solutions using advanced analytics Prior experience in synthesizing and packaging complex analyses and delivering results to non-technical audiences including senior leadership teams Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to develop and deliver presentation Familiarity with agile development methodology Strong project management and team management skills and ability to work with global teams Knowledge of statistical and machine learning algorithms Exposure to cloud platforms and big data systems such as Hadoop HDFS, Hive is a plus
Senior Service Desk Analyst Office 365 (O365 & EUD Support) £35,510 - £44,197 plus £1,750 location allowance and a 12.5% Shift allowance, hybrid working and excellent benefits Based at Hanslope Park near Milton Keynes Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park Have you ever thought about getting more from your career, using your passion for technology and customer service skills for a global organisation that delivers for the UK government and our international partners? If you re passionate about technology and ready to lead a high performing team, this could be your next move. At FCDO Services, we protect the UK s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings, courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech, and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we're on. In our world, it all matters. Our Digital and Data technology team are at the forefront of digital innovation. They provide best in-class solutions for our clients, helping to shape and support a data driven future for UK government. Whether it s creating bespoke, secure software, offering programme and application support or moving an entire embassy s servers to a Cloud platform. No matter the task, they are on hand to support. Now, you ve got the opportunity to join them. Inspire our Service Desk Analysts to be the best Our customer-focused Global Support Centre provides technical support across a wide range of ICT systems and services, logging, processing and diagnosing incidents quickly and effectively. It s important work that could take your career to new heights as you focus your talents on a wide range of existing and new services that we offer. In this important role it ll be your task to help drive and improve our Service Desk Analysts first contact resolution rate to ensure the vital services they provide are delivered within agreed SLAs. Analysing performance metrics and identifying relevant issues, you ll assess options and recommend relevant plans of action or service improvements. But your work won t stop here you ll undertake in-depth technical investigations and the diagnosis and resolution of requests. In addition, you ll provide technical expertise during major incidents and help gather updates, workarounds, permanent fixes and solutions to in-flight problem records. We ll also expect you to ensure that support requirements are documented and accepted prior to the take-on of a new service, and document any known issues. And all the while you ll be maintaining your own professional development, knowledge and expertise relating to the latest technologies and best practice. Use all your technical skills to support our global mission Highly resourceful, flexible and methodical, you ll enjoy looking for inventive answers to difficult problems, and use all your interpersonal skills to inspire team members. It s important that you have ITIL Foundation certification and a Level 3 qualification or advanced apprenticeship in an IT-related subject, and in addition to well-developed experience of working within service desks & second line incident and request fulfilment process disciplines, you ll possess a good understanding of priority classifications and SLAs. We ll expect you to have excellent working knowledge of relevant operating systems, applications, general networking and remote-working technologies. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, so you ll have a genuine flair for communication and problem solving, and your ability to analyse, interrogate and evaluate data will make you a go-to colleague. In addition, you ll be at an advantage if you have working knowledge of ServiceNow and Office 365 and similar Microsoft environments (Intune). Discover the support you need to grow your career further Working with us you ll help keep people, information, and assets safe around the world. It s a role you can feel proud of; and we aim to make every part of your career just as rewarding. That s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need. All our employees have to be security cleared before being appointed, so you ll need to undergo a vetting process as part of your application. You can find out more about vetting on our website. To find out more about us and what a career with FCDO Services can offer you, please visit: fcdoservicescareers.co.uk Or you can start your application today at: FCOS Careers Current jobs (fcdoservicescareers.co.uk) Closing date for applications is: midnight 2 June 2024. It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world. The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you re welcome and valued. It s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we re recognised as a Carer Confident workplace. And it s how you know you re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Senior Service Desk Analyst Office 365 (O365 & EUD Support) £35,510 - £44,197 plus £1,750 location allowance and a 12.5% Shift allowance, hybrid working and excellent benefits Based at Hanslope Park near Milton Keynes Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park Have you ever thought about getting more from your career, using your passion for technology and customer service skills for a global organisation that delivers for the UK government and our international partners? If you re passionate about technology and ready to lead a high performing team, this could be your next move. At FCDO Services, we protect the UK s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings, courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech, and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we're on. In our world, it all matters. Our Digital and Data technology team are at the forefront of digital innovation. They provide best in-class solutions for our clients, helping to shape and support a data driven future for UK government. Whether it s creating bespoke, secure software, offering programme and application support or moving an entire embassy s servers to a Cloud platform. No matter the task, they are on hand to support. Now, you ve got the opportunity to join them. Inspire our Service Desk Analysts to be the best Our customer-focused Global Support Centre provides technical support across a wide range of ICT systems and services, logging, processing and diagnosing incidents quickly and effectively. It s important work that could take your career to new heights as you focus your talents on a wide range of existing and new services that we offer. In this important role it ll be your task to help drive and improve our Service Desk Analysts first contact resolution rate to ensure the vital services they provide are delivered within agreed SLAs. Analysing performance metrics and identifying relevant issues, you ll assess options and recommend relevant plans of action or service improvements. But your work won t stop here you ll undertake in-depth technical investigations and the diagnosis and resolution of requests. In addition, you ll provide technical expertise during major incidents and help gather updates, workarounds, permanent fixes and solutions to in-flight problem records. We ll also expect you to ensure that support requirements are documented and accepted prior to the take-on of a new service, and document any known issues. And all the while you ll be maintaining your own professional development, knowledge and expertise relating to the latest technologies and best practice. Use all your technical skills to support our global mission Highly resourceful, flexible and methodical, you ll enjoy looking for inventive answers to difficult problems, and use all your interpersonal skills to inspire team members. It s important that you have ITIL Foundation certification and a Level 3 qualification or advanced apprenticeship in an IT-related subject, and in addition to well-developed experience of working within service desks & second line incident and request fulfilment process disciplines, you ll possess a good understanding of priority classifications and SLAs. We ll expect you to have excellent working knowledge of relevant operating systems, applications, general networking and remote-working technologies. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, so you ll have a genuine flair for communication and problem solving, and your ability to analyse, interrogate and evaluate data will make you a go-to colleague. In addition, you ll be at an advantage if you have working knowledge of ServiceNow and Office 365 and similar Microsoft environments (Intune). Discover the support you need to grow your career further Working with us you ll help keep people, information, and assets safe around the world. It s a role you can feel proud of; and we aim to make every part of your career just as rewarding. That s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need. All our employees have to be security cleared before being appointed, so you ll need to undergo a vetting process as part of your application. You can find out more about vetting on our website. To find out more about us and what a career with FCDO Services can offer you, please visit: fcdoservicescareers.co.uk Or you can start your application today at: FCOS Careers Current jobs (fcdoservicescareers.co.uk) Closing date for applications is: midnight 2 June 2024. It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world. The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you re welcome and valued. It s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we re recognised as a Carer Confident workplace. And it s how you know you re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.
Senior Service Desk Analyst Office 365 (O365 & EUD Support) £35,510 - £44,197 plus £1,750 location allowance and a 12.5% Shift allowance, hybrid working and excellent benefits Based at Hanslope Park near Milton Keynes Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park Have you ever thought about getting more from your career, using your passion for technology and customer service skills for a global organisation that delivers for the UK government and our international partners? If you re passionate about technology and ready to lead a high performing team, this could be your next move. At FCDO Services, we protect the UK s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings, courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech, and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we're on. In our world, it all matters. Our Digital and Data technology team are at the forefront of digital innovation. They provide best in-class solutions for our clients, helping to shape and support a data driven future for UK government. Whether it s creating bespoke, secure software, offering programme and application support or moving an entire embassy s servers to a Cloud platform. No matter the task, they are on hand to support. Now, you ve got the opportunity to join them. Inspire our Service Desk Analysts to be the best Our customer-focused Global Support Centre provides technical support across a wide range of ICT systems and services, logging, processing and diagnosing incidents quickly and effectively. It s important work that could take your career to new heights as you focus your talents on a wide range of existing and new services that we offer. In this important role it ll be your task to help drive and improve our Service Desk Analysts first contact resolution rate to ensure the vital services they provide are delivered within agreed SLAs. Analysing performance metrics and identifying relevant issues, you ll assess options and recommend relevant plans of action or service improvements. But your work won t stop here you ll undertake in-depth technical investigations and the diagnosis and resolution of requests. In addition, you ll provide technical expertise during major incidents and help gather updates, workarounds, permanent fixes and solutions to in-flight problem records. We ll also expect you to ensure that support requirements are documented and accepted prior to the take-on of a new service, and document any known issues. And all the while you ll be maintaining your own professional development, knowledge and expertise relating to the latest technologies and best practice. Use all your technical skills to support our global mission Highly resourceful, flexible and methodical, you ll enjoy looking for inventive answers to difficult problems, and use all your interpersonal skills to inspire team members. It s important that you have ITIL Foundation certification and a Level 3 qualification or advanced apprenticeship in an IT-related subject, and in addition to well-developed experience of working within service desks & second line incident and request fulfilment process disciplines, you ll possess a good understanding of priority classifications and SLAs. We ll expect you to have excellent working knowledge of relevant operating systems, applications, general networking and remote-working technologies. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, so you ll have a genuine flair for communication and problem solving, and your ability to analyse, interrogate and evaluate data will make you a go-to colleague. In addition, you ll be at an advantage if you have working knowledge of ServiceNow and Office 365 and similar Microsoft environments (Intune). Discover the support you need to grow your career further Working with us you ll help keep people, information, and assets safe around the world. It s a role you can feel proud of; and we aim to make every part of your career just as rewarding. That s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need. All our employees have to be security cleared before being appointed, so you ll need to undergo a vetting process as part of your application. You can find out more about vetting on our website. To find out more about us and what a career with FCDO Services can offer you, please visit: fcdoservicescareers.co.uk Or you can start your application today at: FCOS Careers Current jobs (fcdoservicescareers.co.uk) Closing date for applications is: midnight 2 June 2024. It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world. The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you re welcome and valued. It s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we re recognised as a Carer Confident workplace. And it s how you know you re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Senior Service Desk Analyst Office 365 (O365 & EUD Support) £35,510 - £44,197 plus £1,750 location allowance and a 12.5% Shift allowance, hybrid working and excellent benefits Based at Hanslope Park near Milton Keynes Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park Have you ever thought about getting more from your career, using your passion for technology and customer service skills for a global organisation that delivers for the UK government and our international partners? If you re passionate about technology and ready to lead a high performing team, this could be your next move. At FCDO Services, we protect the UK s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings, courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech, and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we're on. In our world, it all matters. Our Digital and Data technology team are at the forefront of digital innovation. They provide best in-class solutions for our clients, helping to shape and support a data driven future for UK government. Whether it s creating bespoke, secure software, offering programme and application support or moving an entire embassy s servers to a Cloud platform. No matter the task, they are on hand to support. Now, you ve got the opportunity to join them. Inspire our Service Desk Analysts to be the best Our customer-focused Global Support Centre provides technical support across a wide range of ICT systems and services, logging, processing and diagnosing incidents quickly and effectively. It s important work that could take your career to new heights as you focus your talents on a wide range of existing and new services that we offer. In this important role it ll be your task to help drive and improve our Service Desk Analysts first contact resolution rate to ensure the vital services they provide are delivered within agreed SLAs. Analysing performance metrics and identifying relevant issues, you ll assess options and recommend relevant plans of action or service improvements. But your work won t stop here you ll undertake in-depth technical investigations and the diagnosis and resolution of requests. In addition, you ll provide technical expertise during major incidents and help gather updates, workarounds, permanent fixes and solutions to in-flight problem records. We ll also expect you to ensure that support requirements are documented and accepted prior to the take-on of a new service, and document any known issues. And all the while you ll be maintaining your own professional development, knowledge and expertise relating to the latest technologies and best practice. Use all your technical skills to support our global mission Highly resourceful, flexible and methodical, you ll enjoy looking for inventive answers to difficult problems, and use all your interpersonal skills to inspire team members. It s important that you have ITIL Foundation certification and a Level 3 qualification or advanced apprenticeship in an IT-related subject, and in addition to well-developed experience of working within service desks & second line incident and request fulfilment process disciplines, you ll possess a good understanding of priority classifications and SLAs. We ll expect you to have excellent working knowledge of relevant operating systems, applications, general networking and remote-working technologies. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, so you ll have a genuine flair for communication and problem solving, and your ability to analyse, interrogate and evaluate data will make you a go-to colleague. In addition, you ll be at an advantage if you have working knowledge of ServiceNow and Office 365 and similar Microsoft environments (Intune). Discover the support you need to grow your career further Working with us you ll help keep people, information, and assets safe around the world. It s a role you can feel proud of; and we aim to make every part of your career just as rewarding. That s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need. All our employees have to be security cleared before being appointed, so you ll need to undergo a vetting process as part of your application. You can find out more about vetting on our website. To find out more about us and what a career with FCDO Services can offer you, please visit: fcdoservicescareers.co.uk Or you can start your application today at: FCOS Careers Current jobs (fcdoservicescareers.co.uk) Closing date for applications is: midnight 2 June 2024. It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world. The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you re welcome and valued. It s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we re recognised as a Carer Confident workplace. And it s how you know you re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.
Senior Service Desk Analyst Office 365 (O365 & EUD Support) £35,510 - £44,197 plus £1,750 location allowance and a 12.5% Shift allowance, hybrid working and excellent benefits Based at Hanslope Park near Milton Keynes Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park Have you ever thought about getting more from your career, using your passion for technology and customer service skills for a global organisation that delivers for the UK government and our international partners? If you re passionate about technology and ready to lead a high performing team, this could be your next move. At FCDO Services, we protect the UK s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings, courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech, and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we're on. In our world, it all matters. Our Digital and Data technology team are at the forefront of digital innovation. They provide best in-class solutions for our clients, helping to shape and support a data driven future for UK government. Whether it s creating bespoke, secure software, offering programme and application support or moving an entire embassy s servers to a Cloud platform. No matter the task, they are on hand to support. Now, you ve got the opportunity to join them. Inspire our Service Desk Analysts to be the best Our customer-focused Global Support Centre provides technical support across a wide range of ICT systems and services, logging, processing and diagnosing incidents quickly and effectively. It s important work that could take your career to new heights as you focus your talents on a wide range of existing and new services that we offer. In this important role it ll be your task to help drive and improve our Service Desk Analysts first contact resolution rate to ensure the vital services they provide are delivered within agreed SLAs. Analysing performance metrics and identifying relevant issues, you ll assess options and recommend relevant plans of action or service improvements. But your work won t stop here you ll undertake in-depth technical investigations and the diagnosis and resolution of requests. In addition, you ll provide technical expertise during major incidents and help gather updates, workarounds, permanent fixes and solutions to in-flight problem records. We ll also expect you to ensure that support requirements are documented and accepted prior to the take-on of a new service, and document any known issues. And all the while you ll be maintaining your own professional development, knowledge and expertise relating to the latest technologies and best practice. Use all your technical skills to support our global mission Highly resourceful, flexible and methodical, you ll enjoy looking for inventive answers to difficult problems, and use all your interpersonal skills to inspire team members. It s important that you have ITIL Foundation certification and a Level 3 qualification or advanced apprenticeship in an IT-related subject, and in addition to well-developed experience of working within service desks & second line incident and request fulfilment process disciplines, you ll possess a good understanding of priority classifications and SLAs. We ll expect you to have excellent working knowledge of relevant operating systems, applications, general networking and remote-working technologies. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, so you ll have a genuine flair for communication and problem solving, and your ability to analyse, interrogate and evaluate data will make you a go-to colleague. In addition, you ll be at an advantage if you have working knowledge of ServiceNow and Office 365 and similar Microsoft environments (Intune). Discover the support you need to grow your career further Working with us you ll help keep people, information, and assets safe around the world. It s a role you can feel proud of; and we aim to make every part of your career just as rewarding. That s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need. All our employees have to be security cleared before being appointed, so you ll need to undergo a vetting process as part of your application. You can find out more about vetting on our website. To find out more about us and what a career with FCDO Services can offer you, please visit: fcdoservicescareers.co.uk Or you can start your application today at: FCOS Careers Current jobs (fcdoservicescareers.co.uk) Closing date for applications is: midnight 2 June 2024. It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world. The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you re welcome and valued. It s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we re recognised as a Carer Confident workplace. And it s how you know you re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Senior Service Desk Analyst Office 365 (O365 & EUD Support) £35,510 - £44,197 plus £1,750 location allowance and a 12.5% Shift allowance, hybrid working and excellent benefits Based at Hanslope Park near Milton Keynes Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park Have you ever thought about getting more from your career, using your passion for technology and customer service skills for a global organisation that delivers for the UK government and our international partners? If you re passionate about technology and ready to lead a high performing team, this could be your next move. At FCDO Services, we protect the UK s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings, courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech, and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we're on. In our world, it all matters. Our Digital and Data technology team are at the forefront of digital innovation. They provide best in-class solutions for our clients, helping to shape and support a data driven future for UK government. Whether it s creating bespoke, secure software, offering programme and application support or moving an entire embassy s servers to a Cloud platform. No matter the task, they are on hand to support. Now, you ve got the opportunity to join them. Inspire our Service Desk Analysts to be the best Our customer-focused Global Support Centre provides technical support across a wide range of ICT systems and services, logging, processing and diagnosing incidents quickly and effectively. It s important work that could take your career to new heights as you focus your talents on a wide range of existing and new services that we offer. In this important role it ll be your task to help drive and improve our Service Desk Analysts first contact resolution rate to ensure the vital services they provide are delivered within agreed SLAs. Analysing performance metrics and identifying relevant issues, you ll assess options and recommend relevant plans of action or service improvements. But your work won t stop here you ll undertake in-depth technical investigations and the diagnosis and resolution of requests. In addition, you ll provide technical expertise during major incidents and help gather updates, workarounds, permanent fixes and solutions to in-flight problem records. We ll also expect you to ensure that support requirements are documented and accepted prior to the take-on of a new service, and document any known issues. And all the while you ll be maintaining your own professional development, knowledge and expertise relating to the latest technologies and best practice. Use all your technical skills to support our global mission Highly resourceful, flexible and methodical, you ll enjoy looking for inventive answers to difficult problems, and use all your interpersonal skills to inspire team members. It s important that you have ITIL Foundation certification and a Level 3 qualification or advanced apprenticeship in an IT-related subject, and in addition to well-developed experience of working within service desks & second line incident and request fulfilment process disciplines, you ll possess a good understanding of priority classifications and SLAs. We ll expect you to have excellent working knowledge of relevant operating systems, applications, general networking and remote-working technologies. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, so you ll have a genuine flair for communication and problem solving, and your ability to analyse, interrogate and evaluate data will make you a go-to colleague. In addition, you ll be at an advantage if you have working knowledge of ServiceNow and Office 365 and similar Microsoft environments (Intune). Discover the support you need to grow your career further Working with us you ll help keep people, information, and assets safe around the world. It s a role you can feel proud of; and we aim to make every part of your career just as rewarding. That s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need. All our employees have to be security cleared before being appointed, so you ll need to undergo a vetting process as part of your application. You can find out more about vetting on our website. To find out more about us and what a career with FCDO Services can offer you, please visit: fcdoservicescareers.co.uk Or you can start your application today at: FCOS Careers Current jobs (fcdoservicescareers.co.uk) Closing date for applications is: midnight 2 June 2024. It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world. The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you re welcome and valued. It s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we re recognised as a Carer Confident workplace. And it s how you know you re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.
Senior Service Desk Analyst Office 365 (O365 & EUD Support) £35,510 - £44,197 plus £1,750 location allowance and a 12.5% Shift allowance, hybrid working and excellent benefits Based at Hanslope Park near Milton Keynes Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park Have you ever thought about getting more from your career, using your passion for technology and customer service skills for a global organisation that delivers for the UK government and our international partners? If you re passionate about technology and ready to lead a high performing team, this could be your next move. At FCDO Services, we protect the UK s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings, courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech, and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we're on. In our world, it all matters. Our Digital and Data technology team are at the forefront of digital innovation. They provide best in-class solutions for our clients, helping to shape and support a data driven future for UK government. Whether it s creating bespoke, secure software, offering programme and application support or moving an entire embassy s servers to a Cloud platform. No matter the task, they are on hand to support. Now, you ve got the opportunity to join them. Inspire our Service Desk Analysts to be the best Our customer-focused Global Support Centre provides technical support across a wide range of ICT systems and services, logging, processing and diagnosing incidents quickly and effectively. It s important work that could take your career to new heights as you focus your talents on a wide range of existing and new services that we offer. In this important role it ll be your task to help drive and improve our Service Desk Analysts first contact resolution rate to ensure the vital services they provide are delivered within agreed SLAs. Analysing performance metrics and identifying relevant issues, you ll assess options and recommend relevant plans of action or service improvements. But your work won t stop here you ll undertake in-depth technical investigations and the diagnosis and resolution of requests. In addition, you ll provide technical expertise during major incidents and help gather updates, workarounds, permanent fixes and solutions to in-flight problem records. We ll also expect you to ensure that support requirements are documented and accepted prior to the take-on of a new service, and document any known issues. And all the while you ll be maintaining your own professional development, knowledge and expertise relating to the latest technologies and best practice. Use all your technical skills to support our global mission Highly resourceful, flexible and methodical, you ll enjoy looking for inventive answers to difficult problems, and use all your interpersonal skills to inspire team members. It s important that you have ITIL Foundation certification and a Level 3 qualification or advanced apprenticeship in an IT-related subject, and in addition to well-developed experience of working within service desks & second line incident and request fulfilment process disciplines, you ll possess a good understanding of priority classifications and SLAs. We ll expect you to have excellent working knowledge of relevant operating systems, applications, general networking and remote-working technologies. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, so you ll have a genuine flair for communication and problem solving, and your ability to analyse, interrogate and evaluate data will make you a go-to colleague. In addition, you ll be at an advantage if you have working knowledge of ServiceNow and Office 365 and similar Microsoft environments (Intune). Discover the support you need to grow your career further Working with us you ll help keep people, information, and assets safe around the world. It s a role you can feel proud of; and we aim to make every part of your career just as rewarding. That s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need. All our employees have to be security cleared before being appointed, so you ll need to undergo a vetting process as part of your application. You can find out more about vetting on our website. To find out more about us and what a career with FCDO Services can offer you, please visit: fcdoservicescareers.co.uk Or you can start your application today at: FCOS Careers Current jobs (fcdoservicescareers.co.uk) Closing date for applications is: midnight 2 June 2024. It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world. The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you re welcome and valued. It s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we re recognised as a Carer Confident workplace. And it s how you know you re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Senior Service Desk Analyst Office 365 (O365 & EUD Support) £35,510 - £44,197 plus £1,750 location allowance and a 12.5% Shift allowance, hybrid working and excellent benefits Based at Hanslope Park near Milton Keynes Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park Have you ever thought about getting more from your career, using your passion for technology and customer service skills for a global organisation that delivers for the UK government and our international partners? If you re passionate about technology and ready to lead a high performing team, this could be your next move. At FCDO Services, we protect the UK s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings, courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech, and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we're on. In our world, it all matters. Our Digital and Data technology team are at the forefront of digital innovation. They provide best in-class solutions for our clients, helping to shape and support a data driven future for UK government. Whether it s creating bespoke, secure software, offering programme and application support or moving an entire embassy s servers to a Cloud platform. No matter the task, they are on hand to support. Now, you ve got the opportunity to join them. Inspire our Service Desk Analysts to be the best Our customer-focused Global Support Centre provides technical support across a wide range of ICT systems and services, logging, processing and diagnosing incidents quickly and effectively. It s important work that could take your career to new heights as you focus your talents on a wide range of existing and new services that we offer. In this important role it ll be your task to help drive and improve our Service Desk Analysts first contact resolution rate to ensure the vital services they provide are delivered within agreed SLAs. Analysing performance metrics and identifying relevant issues, you ll assess options and recommend relevant plans of action or service improvements. But your work won t stop here you ll undertake in-depth technical investigations and the diagnosis and resolution of requests. In addition, you ll provide technical expertise during major incidents and help gather updates, workarounds, permanent fixes and solutions to in-flight problem records. We ll also expect you to ensure that support requirements are documented and accepted prior to the take-on of a new service, and document any known issues. And all the while you ll be maintaining your own professional development, knowledge and expertise relating to the latest technologies and best practice. Use all your technical skills to support our global mission Highly resourceful, flexible and methodical, you ll enjoy looking for inventive answers to difficult problems, and use all your interpersonal skills to inspire team members. It s important that you have ITIL Foundation certification and a Level 3 qualification or advanced apprenticeship in an IT-related subject, and in addition to well-developed experience of working within service desks & second line incident and request fulfilment process disciplines, you ll possess a good understanding of priority classifications and SLAs. We ll expect you to have excellent working knowledge of relevant operating systems, applications, general networking and remote-working technologies. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, so you ll have a genuine flair for communication and problem solving, and your ability to analyse, interrogate and evaluate data will make you a go-to colleague. In addition, you ll be at an advantage if you have working knowledge of ServiceNow and Office 365 and similar Microsoft environments (Intune). Discover the support you need to grow your career further Working with us you ll help keep people, information, and assets safe around the world. It s a role you can feel proud of; and we aim to make every part of your career just as rewarding. That s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need. All our employees have to be security cleared before being appointed, so you ll need to undergo a vetting process as part of your application. You can find out more about vetting on our website. To find out more about us and what a career with FCDO Services can offer you, please visit: fcdoservicescareers.co.uk Or you can start your application today at: FCOS Careers Current jobs (fcdoservicescareers.co.uk) Closing date for applications is: midnight 2 June 2024. It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world. The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you re welcome and valued. It s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we re recognised as a Carer Confident workplace. And it s how you know you re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.
(Senior) Cyber Actuary We're hiring! Aon is currently recruiting a (Senior) Cyber Actuary to join our team in London. The (Senior) Cyber Actuary will be responsible for elevating Aon's ability to deliver market-leading cyber actuarial and reinsurance analytics to a greater number of clients globally. You will work closely with the broking part of the cyber team as a key client-facing contributor to design, pitch for and deliver cyber reinsurance programs that meet client needs. You will also take a lead role in supporting the development of junior analytics colleagues in the team. About Aon Aon Plc is a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions. Our 50,000 colleagues in 120 countries empower results for clients by using proprietary data and analytics to deliver insights that reduce volatility and improve performance. Aon is an equal opportunities employer. Aon's recruitment and selection policy ensures the best possible skill mix of colleagues and the highest quality candidates are appointed using objective job-related criteria. About Aon's Cyber Reinsurance Practice Aon is a leading global provider of reinsurance broking and advisory services, including its fast growing and market leading cyber practice, comprised of brokers and analytics professionals. Aon's cyber proposition is an analytics-led approach underpinned by its ability to advise clients and prospects on understanding catastrophic cyber risk. About the Role Your impact as a (Senior) Cyber Actuary: This role is a (senior) specialist position, which will elevate Aon's ability to deliver market-leading cyber analytics and reinsurance solutions to a greater number of clients globally. You will have the opportunity to provide analytics and collaborate with brokers to service some of the largest global (re)insurers, leading and start-up cyber insurance companies and work on innovative transactions that improve the profitability of cyber business and address the societal need to increase capital deployed for systemic cyber risk As a (senior) member of our client-focussed team, you will play a key role in leading and delivering our capabilities, developing and presenting reinsurance solutions and analytics to clients, working alongside brokers as a key part of the team negotiating with clients and reinsurers You will bring your skills and experience in understanding loss and performance drivers for cyber insurance to take a lead role in developing Aon's "non-cat" analytics offering for clients. You will use your understanding of how underwriting companies think, in order to develop analytics that bring them value You will support our junior analysts towards being able to deliver analytics independently, e.g. developing their skills on reinsurance structuring analytics, and support our brokers to understand the analytics driving our proposed solutions for clients You will work with the broking and analytics team on innovation of new cyber risk products for better mitigating clients' specific cyber portfolio risks You will develop and maintain strong links with our clients and reinsurers to ensure Aon is seen as a trusted advisor and partner on cyber reinsurance that meets their needs. Responsibility for working in accordance with the Aon UK Limited Risk Management Framework, and compliance with the Aon UK Limited policies, including participation in the management of risks (including completion of mandatory training) that may adversely affect the business, interests or reputation of any Group Company. About you Your knowledge and expertise: Actuarial acumen and qualifications, especially in a consulting or client / underwriter facing capacity Desire to create market-leading analytical and actuarial insights that our clients sorely need Passion for delivering value transparently to clients and finding commercial solutions to challenges involving significant uncertainty Able to work both independently and in a team environment to ensure our junior team members develop and enjoy working for Aon Accomplished presentation, communication and content creation skills, and client acumen Passion for developing the cyber reinsurance market and the application of analytics Ability to innovate Salary and Benefits This role offers a competitive salary and bonus, plus a comprehensive benefits package and 25 days holiday. Through our flexible benefits, you will also have the opportunity to choose additional benefits, including healthcare and additional holiday. We also offer tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organisation. Our Colleague Experience Every day, our colleagues make a difference, work with the best, own their potential, and value one another. Together, we share this one purpose: to empower economic and human possibility around the world. This unifying goal is at the heart of our identity, and it lives in everything we do. To learn more about our colleague experience, visit Aon Colleague Experience. We're happy to talk flexible working. If you need to flex your working pattern, Aon offers flexible and agile working policies and we're happy to discuss options with you upon application.
May 17, 2024
Full time
(Senior) Cyber Actuary We're hiring! Aon is currently recruiting a (Senior) Cyber Actuary to join our team in London. The (Senior) Cyber Actuary will be responsible for elevating Aon's ability to deliver market-leading cyber actuarial and reinsurance analytics to a greater number of clients globally. You will work closely with the broking part of the cyber team as a key client-facing contributor to design, pitch for and deliver cyber reinsurance programs that meet client needs. You will also take a lead role in supporting the development of junior analytics colleagues in the team. About Aon Aon Plc is a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions. Our 50,000 colleagues in 120 countries empower results for clients by using proprietary data and analytics to deliver insights that reduce volatility and improve performance. Aon is an equal opportunities employer. Aon's recruitment and selection policy ensures the best possible skill mix of colleagues and the highest quality candidates are appointed using objective job-related criteria. About Aon's Cyber Reinsurance Practice Aon is a leading global provider of reinsurance broking and advisory services, including its fast growing and market leading cyber practice, comprised of brokers and analytics professionals. Aon's cyber proposition is an analytics-led approach underpinned by its ability to advise clients and prospects on understanding catastrophic cyber risk. About the Role Your impact as a (Senior) Cyber Actuary: This role is a (senior) specialist position, which will elevate Aon's ability to deliver market-leading cyber analytics and reinsurance solutions to a greater number of clients globally. You will have the opportunity to provide analytics and collaborate with brokers to service some of the largest global (re)insurers, leading and start-up cyber insurance companies and work on innovative transactions that improve the profitability of cyber business and address the societal need to increase capital deployed for systemic cyber risk As a (senior) member of our client-focussed team, you will play a key role in leading and delivering our capabilities, developing and presenting reinsurance solutions and analytics to clients, working alongside brokers as a key part of the team negotiating with clients and reinsurers You will bring your skills and experience in understanding loss and performance drivers for cyber insurance to take a lead role in developing Aon's "non-cat" analytics offering for clients. You will use your understanding of how underwriting companies think, in order to develop analytics that bring them value You will support our junior analysts towards being able to deliver analytics independently, e.g. developing their skills on reinsurance structuring analytics, and support our brokers to understand the analytics driving our proposed solutions for clients You will work with the broking and analytics team on innovation of new cyber risk products for better mitigating clients' specific cyber portfolio risks You will develop and maintain strong links with our clients and reinsurers to ensure Aon is seen as a trusted advisor and partner on cyber reinsurance that meets their needs. Responsibility for working in accordance with the Aon UK Limited Risk Management Framework, and compliance with the Aon UK Limited policies, including participation in the management of risks (including completion of mandatory training) that may adversely affect the business, interests or reputation of any Group Company. About you Your knowledge and expertise: Actuarial acumen and qualifications, especially in a consulting or client / underwriter facing capacity Desire to create market-leading analytical and actuarial insights that our clients sorely need Passion for delivering value transparently to clients and finding commercial solutions to challenges involving significant uncertainty Able to work both independently and in a team environment to ensure our junior team members develop and enjoy working for Aon Accomplished presentation, communication and content creation skills, and client acumen Passion for developing the cyber reinsurance market and the application of analytics Ability to innovate Salary and Benefits This role offers a competitive salary and bonus, plus a comprehensive benefits package and 25 days holiday. Through our flexible benefits, you will also have the opportunity to choose additional benefits, including healthcare and additional holiday. We also offer tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organisation. Our Colleague Experience Every day, our colleagues make a difference, work with the best, own their potential, and value one another. Together, we share this one purpose: to empower economic and human possibility around the world. This unifying goal is at the heart of our identity, and it lives in everything we do. To learn more about our colleague experience, visit Aon Colleague Experience. We're happy to talk flexible working. If you need to flex your working pattern, Aon offers flexible and agile working policies and we're happy to discuss options with you upon application.
Client Solutions Data Analyst Do you love data analysis? Does finding solutions to data queries excite you? If so, we have the ideal opportunity for you to work within our large, well-established Client Solutions team in Sheffield! This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Sheffield office Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like As part of the Pensions Projects and Solutions team you will provide high quality project support for internal and external clients. This role will also support the team through coordinating current work. Day to day responsibilities include: Accurately processing and checking data and queries by following procedures correctly and meeting agreed deadlines Planning, prioritising and delivering assigned project activities for each client (inc client project reporting), including reporting and additional information required for client meetings. Reviewing project tracker and making sure all daily, monthly and annual processes are completed Investigation of background to cases by reference to archived files and system data Participating actively in client catch-up calls and meetings as appropriate Highlighting risks and errors to relevant parties as soon as possible, following risk management processes. Highlight areas of improvement in the team to increase effectiveness. Building strong relationships with client teams, client representatives and third-party providers Achieving team and individual targets (KPIs, SLAs, quality targets. Maintaining required technical knowledge and behavioural standards, especially all regulatory and statutory requirements. Providing project support to the member events teams (inclusive of revenue & non-revenue generating work) Having an awareness of the proportion of time spent on chargeable activities Reviewing the mailbox and work allocation tool and adhering to the timescales set for all tasks How this opportunity is different A hybrid mix of office based and home working means you get the best of both worlds! Working with an well-established team of twenty data analysts who have a wealth of pensions knowledge between them, ranging from three months to twenty plus years. You will initially work alongside a mentor, ensuring that you are well supported, enabling you to reach your full potential. Skills and experience that will lead to success Proficient with Microsoft Excel - intermediate to Advanced Excel skills Proficiency with MS Office applications Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Excellent attention to detail and ongoing commitment to provide ongoing quality Local Goverment expereince is desirable but not essential Experience of working in the Pensions service industry is desirable but not essential How we support our colleagues In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace
May 17, 2024
Full time
Client Solutions Data Analyst Do you love data analysis? Does finding solutions to data queries excite you? If so, we have the ideal opportunity for you to work within our large, well-established Client Solutions team in Sheffield! This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Sheffield office Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like As part of the Pensions Projects and Solutions team you will provide high quality project support for internal and external clients. This role will also support the team through coordinating current work. Day to day responsibilities include: Accurately processing and checking data and queries by following procedures correctly and meeting agreed deadlines Planning, prioritising and delivering assigned project activities for each client (inc client project reporting), including reporting and additional information required for client meetings. Reviewing project tracker and making sure all daily, monthly and annual processes are completed Investigation of background to cases by reference to archived files and system data Participating actively in client catch-up calls and meetings as appropriate Highlighting risks and errors to relevant parties as soon as possible, following risk management processes. Highlight areas of improvement in the team to increase effectiveness. Building strong relationships with client teams, client representatives and third-party providers Achieving team and individual targets (KPIs, SLAs, quality targets. Maintaining required technical knowledge and behavioural standards, especially all regulatory and statutory requirements. Providing project support to the member events teams (inclusive of revenue & non-revenue generating work) Having an awareness of the proportion of time spent on chargeable activities Reviewing the mailbox and work allocation tool and adhering to the timescales set for all tasks How this opportunity is different A hybrid mix of office based and home working means you get the best of both worlds! Working with an well-established team of twenty data analysts who have a wealth of pensions knowledge between them, ranging from three months to twenty plus years. You will initially work alongside a mentor, ensuring that you are well supported, enabling you to reach your full potential. Skills and experience that will lead to success Proficient with Microsoft Excel - intermediate to Advanced Excel skills Proficiency with MS Office applications Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Excellent attention to detail and ongoing commitment to provide ongoing quality Local Goverment expereince is desirable but not essential Experience of working in the Pensions service industry is desirable but not essential How we support our colleagues In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role You'll develop your skills in the most exciting industry ready technology available today. You'll be working closely with other developers, designers, analysts and testers to create, maintain and modify systems to meet the demands of the client. You will creatively solve complex problems during dynamic and meaningful projects. You will write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, troubleshoot and debug issues with existing software, participate in code reviews and provide feedback and new ideas, ironing out the project requirements or planning on how to tackle challenges. Discover, research and learn new technologies to stay up to date with the latest trends in the industry. We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values:? Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity. Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets.? Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships.? Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change.? As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require all candidates to have the flexibility and willingness to relocate post training for deployment to client site. Remote working cannot be guaranteed. You must have eligibility to work in the UK for the duration of your contract with Sparta Global (British or Irish Citizenship, EU Settled Status, or Permanent Visa Holder). We do not offer visa sponsorships or accept Graduate or PSW Visas due to time limitations. Why you should apply:? Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide:? 20 days annual leave + bank holidays.? An extra day off for your birthday.? Pension.? Eye care.? Death in service cover.? Cycle to work scheme.? Season ticket loan.? Employee assistance program.? Yearly budget for personal development.? Access to alumni and community networks.? Opportunities to be brand ambassadors.? Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta.? Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey by applying online and our team will review your application. If you pass our initial screening, you'll be invited to complete our online assessments and first stage interview. If successful, the final stage is a competency-based interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset.? The Talent Team will be there to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication.? We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!
May 17, 2024
Full time
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role You'll develop your skills in the most exciting industry ready technology available today. You'll be working closely with other developers, designers, analysts and testers to create, maintain and modify systems to meet the demands of the client. You will creatively solve complex problems during dynamic and meaningful projects. You will write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, troubleshoot and debug issues with existing software, participate in code reviews and provide feedback and new ideas, ironing out the project requirements or planning on how to tackle challenges. Discover, research and learn new technologies to stay up to date with the latest trends in the industry. We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values:? Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity. Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets.? Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships.? Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change.? As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require all candidates to have the flexibility and willingness to relocate post training for deployment to client site. Remote working cannot be guaranteed. You must have eligibility to work in the UK for the duration of your contract with Sparta Global (British or Irish Citizenship, EU Settled Status, or Permanent Visa Holder). We do not offer visa sponsorships or accept Graduate or PSW Visas due to time limitations. Why you should apply:? Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide:? 20 days annual leave + bank holidays.? An extra day off for your birthday.? Pension.? Eye care.? Death in service cover.? Cycle to work scheme.? Season ticket loan.? Employee assistance program.? Yearly budget for personal development.? Access to alumni and community networks.? Opportunities to be brand ambassadors.? Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta.? Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey by applying online and our team will review your application. If you pass our initial screening, you'll be invited to complete our online assessments and first stage interview. If successful, the final stage is a competency-based interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset.? The Talent Team will be there to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication.? We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!