Procurement - Technology Lead inc. Infrastructure and Professional Services Responsible to: Procurement Director UK & Europe Department: Finance Location: JD Sports Fashion plc, Bury Head Office Role Background: This is a senior leadership role within the JD Group Procurement function, accountable for all Technology procurement activity across the Group. The Tech Procurement Lead will have direct ownership of the Infrastructure and Professional Services category whilst also providing strategic direction and day-to-day leadership to the Procurement Manager for Digital (SAAS & Digital) and the Technology Supplier Relationship Manger, ensuring a cohesive and commercially aligned Technology procurement strategy is delivered across all categories. The Tech Procurement Lead will operate at executive level, acting as a key commercial partner to the CTO and Technology leadership team. This role requires the confidence and gravitas to engage credibly at C-suite level - advising on commercial strategy, challenging technology investment decisions, and representing the Procurement function in senior forums. The successful candidate will be comfortable sitting alongside the CTO in supplier negotiations, steering groups and Exec led discussions, bringing commercial insight that directly shapes the Group's Technology agenda. Within the role, the successful candidate will drive margin, operational, and performance improvements to support our Technology sourcing strategy. This will primarily involve expenditure managed from our UK and European businesses but may expand globally where Group leverage opportunities exist. The successful candidate will bring both category expertise and people leadership capability - able to work alongside, develop, and challenge experienced colleagues to collectively improve sourcing processes, commercial terms, supplier performance and innovation across the full Technology spend portfolio. Responsibilities: Acting as the commercial lead for all Technology sourcing, the successful candidate shall ensure that negotiation, contract work and ongoing vendor management activities are delivered in accordance with Group and sector best practice, including but not limited to: Lead, develop and provide day-to-day direction to the Procurement Manager - Digital (SAAS & Digital), ensuring consistent procurement standards, commercial rigour and strategic alignment across all Technology categories. Refine and own the overarching Technology Procurement strategy, aligning Infrastructure, Professional Services and Digital categories into a coherent, prioritised plan. Operate as the primary commercial interface for the CTO and Technology leadership team, providing executive-level counsel on supplier strategy, commercial risk, and investment decisions - with the presence and credibility to influence at the highest levels of the business. Close engagement with senior colleagues including Technology leadership, Finance and Legal on matters including revenue/capex budgets, embedding savings, and supporting business cases for new projects and/or investments. Utilising Group Finance platforms and templates for Purchase Orders, tenders and eAuctions to ensure financial and operational transparency. Regular engagement with the Group Legal team to minimise risk and maximise commercial leverage via agreements with clearly defined service levels, KPIs and appropriate remedies for non-performance. Engage acquisition business contacts to ensure rapid delivery of financial benefits arising from wider JD-Group commercial leverage. Work with the Group Sustainability team to ensure sourcing activity contributes to Group ESG goals such as: i) Climate Change, ii) Sustainable Sourcing and iii) Recycling and the Circular Economy. Act as a trusted adviser and subject matter expert, leading complex procurement projects and providing strategic guidance across all Technology services. Own and drive the Technology procurement pipeline, ensuring the team has visibility of upcoming renewals, re-tenders and new requirements across both Infrastructure and Digital categories. Set and maintain procurement process and policy standards across the Technology team, holding team members to account for delivery and compliance. Partner with the relevant teams to formulate complex service requirements and scope, identify vendors, manage end-to-end RFP processes, provide supplier evaluation frameworks, and make recommendations on vendor selection. Key Relationships: CTO and Technology leadership team - primary commercial partner, providing executive-level counsel on supplier strategy, commercial risk and investment decisions. Group Procurement Director and wider Procurement leadership team - peer collaboration on category strategy, governance, reporting and savings delivery. Procurement Manager - Digital (SaaS & Digital) and Technology Supplier Relationship Manager - direct reports; day-to-day leadership, coaching and performance management. Technology function leads across Infrastructure, Networks, IT Operations, Core Tech and Transformation - business partners on demand planning, sourcing pipeline and supplier performance. Finance, Legal, Risk and Group Sustainability - cross-functional partners on budgets, contractual risk, savings validation and ESG alignment. UK and international colleagues across the JD Group, including recently acquired businesses, to surface and convert Group leverage opportunities. Strategic external suppliers and partners across the Technology supply base - relationship ownership, performance management, governance and innovation engagement. Skills/Experience/Knowledge required: Commercial experience within fast-paced omni-channel retail and/or relevant commodity/services experience with the ability to manage a high level of ambiguity or change. Confidence to own problems and issues, propose solutions and ensure deadlines and/or business goals are achieved. A self starter who has the initiative and confidence to seek out opportunities to deliver value. Influence - engage and drive change, owning and resolving issues and challenges. Strong engagement and communication skills and experience of successfully delivering process improvements and efficiencies. Attention to detail - focused and confident with a breadth of experience in related categories. Driven by data and analytics. You bring strong analytical skills with a passion for using data to develop innovative, effective solutions to address business needs, initiate opportunities and deliver margin improvement. A strong negotiator with the ability to influence using excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills. A natural relationship builder - able to establish credibility quickly with senior internal stakeholders (including C suite), peers across the Group, and strategic suppliers, and to sustain those relationships through both commercial negotiation and day to day delivery. Organised and deadline driven, bringing strong project management and analytical skills. Autonomous self starter with high levels of drive and energy - comfortable setting own direction, prioritising across a broad portfolio and progressing multiple workstreams in parallel without close supervision. Strategic: you recognise and resolve situations that are ambiguous or challenging and use logic to identify alternatives, evaluate, and present solutions while thinking about contingency plans. Confidence and credibility to constructively challenge senior business and Technology stakeholders - pushing back on assumptions, surfacing commercial risk, and holding the line on procurement governance while preserving strong working relationships. The Successful Applicant: Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering or a related discipline; relevant professional accreditation (e.g. CIPS / MCIPS) preferred. A minimum of 4+ years' experience as a Procurement Manager (or equivalent senior category role) leading Technology procurement, with deep category knowledge across Infrastructure and Professional Services and exposure to SaaS & Digital categories. Demonstrable track record of leading high-value, high complexity Technology negotiations and contract structures - including managed services, multi year SaaS, professional services and outsourcing arrangements. Proven people leadership experience, including direct line management or matrix leadership of experienced procurement professionals, with the ability to coach, develop and hold to account. Excellent decision-making and strategic thinking, with the ability to balance commercial, operational and risk considerations under tight deadlines and in ambiguous situations. Proven track record of building and sustaining complex stakeholder relationships at senior leadership and C suite level, both internally and across the supplier base. Thorough understanding of end to end procurement procedures, governance frameworks and best practice category management, with the judgement to know when to apply rigour and when to flex. Confident user of Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and PowerPoint); experience with sourcing, contract lifecycle and spend analytics tools (e.g. Coupa, Ariba, Ivalua, SAP) is advantageous. Comfortable operating in a fast paced, rapidly changing omni channel retail environment with shifting priorities and high stakeholder visibility.
26/07/2026
Full time
Procurement - Technology Lead inc. Infrastructure and Professional Services Responsible to: Procurement Director UK & Europe Department: Finance Location: JD Sports Fashion plc, Bury Head Office Role Background: This is a senior leadership role within the JD Group Procurement function, accountable for all Technology procurement activity across the Group. The Tech Procurement Lead will have direct ownership of the Infrastructure and Professional Services category whilst also providing strategic direction and day-to-day leadership to the Procurement Manager for Digital (SAAS & Digital) and the Technology Supplier Relationship Manger, ensuring a cohesive and commercially aligned Technology procurement strategy is delivered across all categories. The Tech Procurement Lead will operate at executive level, acting as a key commercial partner to the CTO and Technology leadership team. This role requires the confidence and gravitas to engage credibly at C-suite level - advising on commercial strategy, challenging technology investment decisions, and representing the Procurement function in senior forums. The successful candidate will be comfortable sitting alongside the CTO in supplier negotiations, steering groups and Exec led discussions, bringing commercial insight that directly shapes the Group's Technology agenda. Within the role, the successful candidate will drive margin, operational, and performance improvements to support our Technology sourcing strategy. This will primarily involve expenditure managed from our UK and European businesses but may expand globally where Group leverage opportunities exist. The successful candidate will bring both category expertise and people leadership capability - able to work alongside, develop, and challenge experienced colleagues to collectively improve sourcing processes, commercial terms, supplier performance and innovation across the full Technology spend portfolio. Responsibilities: Acting as the commercial lead for all Technology sourcing, the successful candidate shall ensure that negotiation, contract work and ongoing vendor management activities are delivered in accordance with Group and sector best practice, including but not limited to: Lead, develop and provide day-to-day direction to the Procurement Manager - Digital (SAAS & Digital), ensuring consistent procurement standards, commercial rigour and strategic alignment across all Technology categories. Refine and own the overarching Technology Procurement strategy, aligning Infrastructure, Professional Services and Digital categories into a coherent, prioritised plan. Operate as the primary commercial interface for the CTO and Technology leadership team, providing executive-level counsel on supplier strategy, commercial risk, and investment decisions - with the presence and credibility to influence at the highest levels of the business. Close engagement with senior colleagues including Technology leadership, Finance and Legal on matters including revenue/capex budgets, embedding savings, and supporting business cases for new projects and/or investments. Utilising Group Finance platforms and templates for Purchase Orders, tenders and eAuctions to ensure financial and operational transparency. Regular engagement with the Group Legal team to minimise risk and maximise commercial leverage via agreements with clearly defined service levels, KPIs and appropriate remedies for non-performance. Engage acquisition business contacts to ensure rapid delivery of financial benefits arising from wider JD-Group commercial leverage. Work with the Group Sustainability team to ensure sourcing activity contributes to Group ESG goals such as: i) Climate Change, ii) Sustainable Sourcing and iii) Recycling and the Circular Economy. Act as a trusted adviser and subject matter expert, leading complex procurement projects and providing strategic guidance across all Technology services. Own and drive the Technology procurement pipeline, ensuring the team has visibility of upcoming renewals, re-tenders and new requirements across both Infrastructure and Digital categories. Set and maintain procurement process and policy standards across the Technology team, holding team members to account for delivery and compliance. Partner with the relevant teams to formulate complex service requirements and scope, identify vendors, manage end-to-end RFP processes, provide supplier evaluation frameworks, and make recommendations on vendor selection. Key Relationships: CTO and Technology leadership team - primary commercial partner, providing executive-level counsel on supplier strategy, commercial risk and investment decisions. Group Procurement Director and wider Procurement leadership team - peer collaboration on category strategy, governance, reporting and savings delivery. Procurement Manager - Digital (SaaS & Digital) and Technology Supplier Relationship Manager - direct reports; day-to-day leadership, coaching and performance management. Technology function leads across Infrastructure, Networks, IT Operations, Core Tech and Transformation - business partners on demand planning, sourcing pipeline and supplier performance. Finance, Legal, Risk and Group Sustainability - cross-functional partners on budgets, contractual risk, savings validation and ESG alignment. UK and international colleagues across the JD Group, including recently acquired businesses, to surface and convert Group leverage opportunities. Strategic external suppliers and partners across the Technology supply base - relationship ownership, performance management, governance and innovation engagement. Skills/Experience/Knowledge required: Commercial experience within fast-paced omni-channel retail and/or relevant commodity/services experience with the ability to manage a high level of ambiguity or change. Confidence to own problems and issues, propose solutions and ensure deadlines and/or business goals are achieved. A self starter who has the initiative and confidence to seek out opportunities to deliver value. Influence - engage and drive change, owning and resolving issues and challenges. Strong engagement and communication skills and experience of successfully delivering process improvements and efficiencies. Attention to detail - focused and confident with a breadth of experience in related categories. Driven by data and analytics. You bring strong analytical skills with a passion for using data to develop innovative, effective solutions to address business needs, initiate opportunities and deliver margin improvement. A strong negotiator with the ability to influence using excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills. A natural relationship builder - able to establish credibility quickly with senior internal stakeholders (including C suite), peers across the Group, and strategic suppliers, and to sustain those relationships through both commercial negotiation and day to day delivery. Organised and deadline driven, bringing strong project management and analytical skills. Autonomous self starter with high levels of drive and energy - comfortable setting own direction, prioritising across a broad portfolio and progressing multiple workstreams in parallel without close supervision. Strategic: you recognise and resolve situations that are ambiguous or challenging and use logic to identify alternatives, evaluate, and present solutions while thinking about contingency plans. Confidence and credibility to constructively challenge senior business and Technology stakeholders - pushing back on assumptions, surfacing commercial risk, and holding the line on procurement governance while preserving strong working relationships. The Successful Applicant: Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering or a related discipline; relevant professional accreditation (e.g. CIPS / MCIPS) preferred. A minimum of 4+ years' experience as a Procurement Manager (or equivalent senior category role) leading Technology procurement, with deep category knowledge across Infrastructure and Professional Services and exposure to SaaS & Digital categories. Demonstrable track record of leading high-value, high complexity Technology negotiations and contract structures - including managed services, multi year SaaS, professional services and outsourcing arrangements. Proven people leadership experience, including direct line management or matrix leadership of experienced procurement professionals, with the ability to coach, develop and hold to account. Excellent decision-making and strategic thinking, with the ability to balance commercial, operational and risk considerations under tight deadlines and in ambiguous situations. Proven track record of building and sustaining complex stakeholder relationships at senior leadership and C suite level, both internally and across the supplier base. Thorough understanding of end to end procurement procedures, governance frameworks and best practice category management, with the judgement to know when to apply rigour and when to flex. Confident user of Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and PowerPoint); experience with sourcing, contract lifecycle and spend analytics tools (e.g. Coupa, Ariba, Ivalua, SAP) is advantageous. Comfortable operating in a fast paced, rapidly changing omni channel retail environment with shifting priorities and high stakeholder visibility.
Join Tether and Shape the Future of Digital Finance At Tether, we're not just building products, we're pioneering a global financial revolution. Our cutting edge solutions empower businesses- from exchanges and wallets to payment processors and ATMs-to seamlessly integrate reserve backed tokens across blockchains. By harnessing the power of blockchain technology, Tether enables you to store, send, and receive digital tokens instantly, securely, and globally, all at a fraction of the cost. Transparency is the bedrock of everything we do, ensuring trust in every transaction. Innovate with Tether Our innovative product suite features the world's most trusted stablecoin, USDT, relied upon by hundreds of millions worldwide, alongside pioneering digital asset tokenization services. But that's just the beginning: Tether Power Driving sustainable growth, our energy solutions optimize excess power for Bitcoin mining using eco friendly practices in state of the art, geo diverse facilities. Tether Data Fueling breakthroughs in AI and peer to peer technology, we reduce infrastructure costs and enhance global communications with cutting edge solutions like KEET, our flagship app that redefines secure and private data sharing. Tether Education Democratizing access to top tier digital learning, we empower individuals to thrive in the digital and gig economies, driving global growth and opportunity. Tether Evolution At the intersection of technology and human potential, we are pushing the boundaries of what is possible, crafting a future where innovation and human capabilities merge in powerful, unprecedented ways. Why Join Us? Our team is a global talent powerhouse, working remotely from every corner of the world. If you're passionate about making a mark in the fintech space, this is your opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest minds, pushing boundaries and setting new standards. We've grown fast, stayed lean, and secured our place as a leader in the industry. If you have excellent English communication skills and are ready to contribute to the most innovative platform on the planet, Tether is the place for you. Are you ready to be part of the future? About the job As part of the Technology Distribution team of Tether Data, we are seeking an Engagement Manager to lead the implementation of AI driven initiatives powered by QVAC, Tether's SDK for local AI and delegated inference. The role focuses on orchestrating complex, multi stakeholder deployments of decentralized AI solutions across enterprise, government, and institutional environments. This position combines client engagement, technical coordination, and delivery oversight to ensure successful onboarding and execution of AI use cases, ranging from edge AI deployments to privacy preserving inference systems. The Engagement Manager plays a central role in aligning client objectives with product capabilities, coordinating internal and external stakeholders, and driving implementations from initial scoping through production rollout. Responsibilities Client & Partner Engagement Act as the primary point of contact for clients and partners during AI implementation initiatives, ensuring clear communication, expectation alignment, and structured execution. Guide clients in translating business requirements into AI deployment strategies leveraging QVAC capabilities (local inference, delegated compute, privacy preserving architectures). Support Expansion team in shaping AI related opportunities by providing input on feasibility, integration complexity, and delivery approach. Identify opportunities to extend implementations across additional use cases, geographies, or Tether technologies. Implementations Oversight Lead end to end coordination of QVAC based implementations from kickoff through production deployment. Define implementation roadmaps, milestones, and dependencies across AI models, infrastructure, and integration layers. Ensure alignment between client expectations and actual product capabilities, avoiding scope drift or mispositioning. Track progress across multiple concurrent AI deployments, ensuring timely delivery and readiness for production environments. Cross functional Coordination Coordinate closely with product, engineering, and research teams to align on QVAC capabilities, limitations, and roadmap evolution. Facilitate integration between client systems and QVAC components, including model deployment pipelines, APIs, and compute environments. Work with legal and compliance teams where required, particularly in sensitive AI deployments involving data locality or privacy constraints. Maintain structured communication flows across all stakeholders involved in the implementation lifecycle. Governance & Reporting Establish and maintain governance frameworks including implementation plans, risk tracking, and decision logs. Produce executive level updates summarizing progress, risks, blockers, and next steps. Ensure documentation of implementation architectures, deployment patterns, and key learnings for reuse across future projects. Support escalation management and ensure timely resolution of technical or operational challenges. Core Experience 5+ years of experience in program management, technical account management, or delivery roles within AI, data infrastructure, or complex technology environments. Proven experience managing cross functional implementations involving multiple stakeholders (internal teams, clients, external partners). Strong ability to operate at the intersection of technical and business domains. Technical Understanding Familiarity with AI/ML deployment concepts, including model inference, edge/local AI, and distributed compute architectures. Understanding of APIs, SDK integrations, and system architecture patterns. Ability to engage in technical discussions with engineering teams while maintaining business level clarity with clients. Communication & Execution Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with enterprise or government entities. Structured approach to project tracking, documentation, and governance. Ability to manage ambiguity and operate in fast evolving, early stage environments. Nice to Have Experience with decentralized technologies, blockchain, or privacy preserving systems. Exposure to AI infrastructure tooling or MLOps workflows. Experience in regulated industries or public sector projects. Basic familiarity with programming or scripting environments (Python, APIs, CLI tools). Important information for candidates Recruitment scams have become increasingly common. To protect yourself, please keep the following in mind when applying for roles: Apply only through our official channels. We do not use third party platforms or agencies for recruitment unless clearly stated. All open roles are listed on our official careers page: Verify the recruiter's identity. All our recruiters have verified LinkedIn profiles. If you're unsure, you can confirm their identity by checking their profile or contacting us through our website. Be cautious of unusual communication methods. We do not conduct interviews over WhatsApp, Telegram, or SMS. All communication is done through official company emails and platforms. Double check email addresses. All communication from us will come from emails ending We will never request payment or financial details. If someone asks for personal financial information or payment at any point during the hiring process, it is a scam. Please report it immediately. When in doubt, feel free to reach out through our official website.
26/07/2026
Full time
Join Tether and Shape the Future of Digital Finance At Tether, we're not just building products, we're pioneering a global financial revolution. Our cutting edge solutions empower businesses- from exchanges and wallets to payment processors and ATMs-to seamlessly integrate reserve backed tokens across blockchains. By harnessing the power of blockchain technology, Tether enables you to store, send, and receive digital tokens instantly, securely, and globally, all at a fraction of the cost. Transparency is the bedrock of everything we do, ensuring trust in every transaction. Innovate with Tether Our innovative product suite features the world's most trusted stablecoin, USDT, relied upon by hundreds of millions worldwide, alongside pioneering digital asset tokenization services. But that's just the beginning: Tether Power Driving sustainable growth, our energy solutions optimize excess power for Bitcoin mining using eco friendly practices in state of the art, geo diverse facilities. Tether Data Fueling breakthroughs in AI and peer to peer technology, we reduce infrastructure costs and enhance global communications with cutting edge solutions like KEET, our flagship app that redefines secure and private data sharing. Tether Education Democratizing access to top tier digital learning, we empower individuals to thrive in the digital and gig economies, driving global growth and opportunity. Tether Evolution At the intersection of technology and human potential, we are pushing the boundaries of what is possible, crafting a future where innovation and human capabilities merge in powerful, unprecedented ways. Why Join Us? Our team is a global talent powerhouse, working remotely from every corner of the world. If you're passionate about making a mark in the fintech space, this is your opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest minds, pushing boundaries and setting new standards. We've grown fast, stayed lean, and secured our place as a leader in the industry. If you have excellent English communication skills and are ready to contribute to the most innovative platform on the planet, Tether is the place for you. Are you ready to be part of the future? About the job As part of the Technology Distribution team of Tether Data, we are seeking an Engagement Manager to lead the implementation of AI driven initiatives powered by QVAC, Tether's SDK for local AI and delegated inference. The role focuses on orchestrating complex, multi stakeholder deployments of decentralized AI solutions across enterprise, government, and institutional environments. This position combines client engagement, technical coordination, and delivery oversight to ensure successful onboarding and execution of AI use cases, ranging from edge AI deployments to privacy preserving inference systems. The Engagement Manager plays a central role in aligning client objectives with product capabilities, coordinating internal and external stakeholders, and driving implementations from initial scoping through production rollout. Responsibilities Client & Partner Engagement Act as the primary point of contact for clients and partners during AI implementation initiatives, ensuring clear communication, expectation alignment, and structured execution. Guide clients in translating business requirements into AI deployment strategies leveraging QVAC capabilities (local inference, delegated compute, privacy preserving architectures). Support Expansion team in shaping AI related opportunities by providing input on feasibility, integration complexity, and delivery approach. Identify opportunities to extend implementations across additional use cases, geographies, or Tether technologies. Implementations Oversight Lead end to end coordination of QVAC based implementations from kickoff through production deployment. Define implementation roadmaps, milestones, and dependencies across AI models, infrastructure, and integration layers. Ensure alignment between client expectations and actual product capabilities, avoiding scope drift or mispositioning. Track progress across multiple concurrent AI deployments, ensuring timely delivery and readiness for production environments. Cross functional Coordination Coordinate closely with product, engineering, and research teams to align on QVAC capabilities, limitations, and roadmap evolution. Facilitate integration between client systems and QVAC components, including model deployment pipelines, APIs, and compute environments. Work with legal and compliance teams where required, particularly in sensitive AI deployments involving data locality or privacy constraints. Maintain structured communication flows across all stakeholders involved in the implementation lifecycle. Governance & Reporting Establish and maintain governance frameworks including implementation plans, risk tracking, and decision logs. Produce executive level updates summarizing progress, risks, blockers, and next steps. Ensure documentation of implementation architectures, deployment patterns, and key learnings for reuse across future projects. Support escalation management and ensure timely resolution of technical or operational challenges. Core Experience 5+ years of experience in program management, technical account management, or delivery roles within AI, data infrastructure, or complex technology environments. Proven experience managing cross functional implementations involving multiple stakeholders (internal teams, clients, external partners). Strong ability to operate at the intersection of technical and business domains. Technical Understanding Familiarity with AI/ML deployment concepts, including model inference, edge/local AI, and distributed compute architectures. Understanding of APIs, SDK integrations, and system architecture patterns. Ability to engage in technical discussions with engineering teams while maintaining business level clarity with clients. Communication & Execution Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with enterprise or government entities. Structured approach to project tracking, documentation, and governance. Ability to manage ambiguity and operate in fast evolving, early stage environments. Nice to Have Experience with decentralized technologies, blockchain, or privacy preserving systems. Exposure to AI infrastructure tooling or MLOps workflows. Experience in regulated industries or public sector projects. Basic familiarity with programming or scripting environments (Python, APIs, CLI tools). Important information for candidates Recruitment scams have become increasingly common. To protect yourself, please keep the following in mind when applying for roles: Apply only through our official channels. We do not use third party platforms or agencies for recruitment unless clearly stated. All open roles are listed on our official careers page: Verify the recruiter's identity. All our recruiters have verified LinkedIn profiles. If you're unsure, you can confirm their identity by checking their profile or contacting us through our website. Be cautious of unusual communication methods. We do not conduct interviews over WhatsApp, Telegram, or SMS. All communication is done through official company emails and platforms. Double check email addresses. All communication from us will come from emails ending We will never request payment or financial details. If someone asks for personal financial information or payment at any point during the hiring process, it is a scam. Please report it immediately. When in doubt, feel free to reach out through our official website.
Senior IT Infrastructure / Cloud Programme Manager - VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Upgrades Key Points Competitive p/d rate (UMB) ASAP - 31/12/2026 Overview An opportunity for an experienced Senior Project / Programme Manager to lead complex IT infrastructure and cloud transformation initiatives, with a focus on VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) upgrade programmes. You will take ownership of large-scale or multi-stream delivery, managing technical complexity, stakeholders, governance, and financial performance across enterprise environments. Key Responsibilities Lead delivery of complex IT infrastructure and VCF upgrade programmes Manage full lifecycle delivery including pre sales, planning, execution, and closure Develop and maintain project plans, cost models, and Statements of Work Coordinate and lead multi-disciplinary technical teams and third-party vendors Ensure delivery meets agreed scope, timelines, financial targets, and KPIs Own governance, reporting, and project controls across the assignment Manage risks, issues, dependencies, and escalations through to resolution Lead stakeholder engagement across senior customer and internal teams Drive financial performance including forecasting, cost control, and invoicing Support business development through pre sales and client engagement
26/07/2026
Full time
Senior IT Infrastructure / Cloud Programme Manager - VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Upgrades Key Points Competitive p/d rate (UMB) ASAP - 31/12/2026 Overview An opportunity for an experienced Senior Project / Programme Manager to lead complex IT infrastructure and cloud transformation initiatives, with a focus on VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) upgrade programmes. You will take ownership of large-scale or multi-stream delivery, managing technical complexity, stakeholders, governance, and financial performance across enterprise environments. Key Responsibilities Lead delivery of complex IT infrastructure and VCF upgrade programmes Manage full lifecycle delivery including pre sales, planning, execution, and closure Develop and maintain project plans, cost models, and Statements of Work Coordinate and lead multi-disciplinary technical teams and third-party vendors Ensure delivery meets agreed scope, timelines, financial targets, and KPIs Own governance, reporting, and project controls across the assignment Manage risks, issues, dependencies, and escalations through to resolution Lead stakeholder engagement across senior customer and internal teams Drive financial performance including forecasting, cost control, and invoicing Support business development through pre sales and client engagement
Site Services Manager Location: Whitland, South Wales Salary: £32,000 - £38,000 per annum (Depending on experience & Qualifications) Working hours:07:00 to 15:00 Job Type:Full-time, Permanent About Us Our Stores & Logistics Warehouse function plays a critical role in supporting the deployment, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications infrastructure. Through effective management of materials, equipment, and assets, we ensure operational teams have the resources they need to deliver projects safely and efficiently. The Role We are seeking an experienced and self motivated Site Services Manager to oversee the day to day management, maintenance, security, and operational effectiveness of our logistics and storage operations in Whitland, South Wales. Reporting to the Regional Logistics Manager - South Wales, this is a varied and hands on role that combines site management, stores operations, inventory control, transport coordination, facilities management, and stakeholder engagement. As part of the role, you will work independently, both within the warehouse and across the yard environment, taking ownership of site performance and compliance. Key Responsibilities Manage site facilities, maintenance, housekeeping, security, and operational compliance. Act as the primary point of contact for landlords, contractors, and service providers. Oversee remote unmanned locations, including Bridgend and Swansea. Manage inventory, stock control processes, cycle counts, and stock accuracy. Carry out daily material picking and issue materials in line with company procedures. Process stock transactions accurately using SAP and Microsoft 365 systems. Support operational teams with the collection and return of materials. Undertake collections and deliveries between depots and operational sites. Maintain Class C/Class 2 and Driver CPC qualifications. Coordinate HGV movements for six weekly PMI inspections. Complete site inspections, risk assessments, and safety checks. Produce and maintain accurate operational records and reports. Manage waste control processes, including arranging collections for redundant telegraph poles and cable drums. Ensure correct waste segregation and compliance with environmental regulations. Promote and maintain high standards of Health & Safety across all site activities. About You Essential Experience Previous management experience within industrial, manufacturing, engineering, logistics, or operational environments. Experience in stores, inventory, or materials management. Facilities and contractor management experience. Proven experience leading teams and driving operational performance. Experience implementing and maintaining Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards and compliance systems. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision. Desirable Experience Experience managing multiple operational sites. Experience using ERP or inventory management systems. Knowledge of Lean practices or continuous improvement methodologies. Experience within telecommunications, fibre, utilities, or infrastructure sectors. Skills & Competencies Strong inventory and stock control management skills. Excellent organisational and planning abilities. Effective stakeholder management and communication skills. Strong problem-solving and decision making capabilities. Competent user of SAP, Microsoft 365, and other digital systems. Thorough understanding of Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements. Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously. High attention to detail and strong levels of accountability. Ability to work independently and take ownership of site operations. Essential Qualifications Management qualification or equivalent practical experience. Full UK Driving Licence. Class C/Class 2 Driving Licence. Driver CPC Qualification. GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics. Forklift Truck Licence, or willingness to obtain one. Desirable Qualifications IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent Health & Safety qualification. First Aid at Work qualification. Logistics, Warehousing, or Facilities Management qualification. What We Offer Competitive salary of£32,000 - £38,000, dependent on experience and qualifications. Opportunity to play a key role within a growing telecommunications and logistics operation. Ongoing training and professional development opportunities. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Career progression opportunities within a fast growing business. Varied and autonomous role with significant responsibility. Apply Today If you are an experienced operations, logistics, or facilities professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team and help ensure the smooth operation of critical telecommunications infrastructure across South Wales. Diversity Statement MJ Quinn is committed to promoting an environment that values diversity. All staff are responsible for ensuring that all employees, customers, suppliers and visitors are treated equally and fairly and not discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnerships, pregnancy & Maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
26/07/2026
Full time
Site Services Manager Location: Whitland, South Wales Salary: £32,000 - £38,000 per annum (Depending on experience & Qualifications) Working hours:07:00 to 15:00 Job Type:Full-time, Permanent About Us Our Stores & Logistics Warehouse function plays a critical role in supporting the deployment, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications infrastructure. Through effective management of materials, equipment, and assets, we ensure operational teams have the resources they need to deliver projects safely and efficiently. The Role We are seeking an experienced and self motivated Site Services Manager to oversee the day to day management, maintenance, security, and operational effectiveness of our logistics and storage operations in Whitland, South Wales. Reporting to the Regional Logistics Manager - South Wales, this is a varied and hands on role that combines site management, stores operations, inventory control, transport coordination, facilities management, and stakeholder engagement. As part of the role, you will work independently, both within the warehouse and across the yard environment, taking ownership of site performance and compliance. Key Responsibilities Manage site facilities, maintenance, housekeeping, security, and operational compliance. Act as the primary point of contact for landlords, contractors, and service providers. Oversee remote unmanned locations, including Bridgend and Swansea. Manage inventory, stock control processes, cycle counts, and stock accuracy. Carry out daily material picking and issue materials in line with company procedures. Process stock transactions accurately using SAP and Microsoft 365 systems. Support operational teams with the collection and return of materials. Undertake collections and deliveries between depots and operational sites. Maintain Class C/Class 2 and Driver CPC qualifications. Coordinate HGV movements for six weekly PMI inspections. Complete site inspections, risk assessments, and safety checks. Produce and maintain accurate operational records and reports. Manage waste control processes, including arranging collections for redundant telegraph poles and cable drums. Ensure correct waste segregation and compliance with environmental regulations. Promote and maintain high standards of Health & Safety across all site activities. About You Essential Experience Previous management experience within industrial, manufacturing, engineering, logistics, or operational environments. Experience in stores, inventory, or materials management. Facilities and contractor management experience. Proven experience leading teams and driving operational performance. Experience implementing and maintaining Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards and compliance systems. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision. Desirable Experience Experience managing multiple operational sites. Experience using ERP or inventory management systems. Knowledge of Lean practices or continuous improvement methodologies. Experience within telecommunications, fibre, utilities, or infrastructure sectors. Skills & Competencies Strong inventory and stock control management skills. Excellent organisational and planning abilities. Effective stakeholder management and communication skills. Strong problem-solving and decision making capabilities. Competent user of SAP, Microsoft 365, and other digital systems. Thorough understanding of Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements. Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously. High attention to detail and strong levels of accountability. Ability to work independently and take ownership of site operations. Essential Qualifications Management qualification or equivalent practical experience. Full UK Driving Licence. Class C/Class 2 Driving Licence. Driver CPC Qualification. GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics. Forklift Truck Licence, or willingness to obtain one. Desirable Qualifications IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent Health & Safety qualification. First Aid at Work qualification. Logistics, Warehousing, or Facilities Management qualification. What We Offer Competitive salary of£32,000 - £38,000, dependent on experience and qualifications. Opportunity to play a key role within a growing telecommunications and logistics operation. Ongoing training and professional development opportunities. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Career progression opportunities within a fast growing business. Varied and autonomous role with significant responsibility. Apply Today If you are an experienced operations, logistics, or facilities professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team and help ensure the smooth operation of critical telecommunications infrastructure across South Wales. Diversity Statement MJ Quinn is committed to promoting an environment that values diversity. All staff are responsible for ensuring that all employees, customers, suppliers and visitors are treated equally and fairly and not discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnerships, pregnancy & Maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Service Planner (Senior Assistant I, Service Planning) Location: Warrington, UK Role Purpose The Service Planner is responsible for the planning, scheduling, coordination, and support of field service operations and service projects. The role ensures that engineers, systems, and customer requirements are effectively aligned to deliver safe, high-quality services in accordance with contractual commitments, SLAs, and business objectives. It is important that the Service Planner is an enthusiastic and confident team player with the ability to multi-task and the drive to achieve results. They will need an ability to work to tight timescales in a pressurised environment and be accountable for each action taken. They will require attention to detail to ensure all records are maintained on all systems that we operate. Critically the role will require strong influencing and interpersonal skills to ensure that the multiple stakeholders involved are informed and managed. Working as part of a team you will be responsible for facilitating all internal tasks required to enable your technical colleagues to provide a world-class service. You will be an integral part of a fast-moving, ever-evolving business and therefore must have the capability to manage change and act as an ambassador to our customers with a focus on their complete satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Plan and schedule engineers for maintenance, call-outs, warranty work, projects, and contract activities. Coordinate materials, spare parts, subcontractors, equipment, and logistics. Manage Customer and Partner communications and scheduling updates. Support field engineers with planning, documentation, safety and timesheet administration. Maintain contract, customer and operational data within ERP, SAP, Oracle, bFS and related systems. Work closely with Operations Managers, Project Managers, Order Management, Supply Chain and Sales teams. Quality Recall management Produce operational reporting with KPI adherence and drive continuous improvement. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Experience in service planning, scheduling, coordination or operational support. Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to prioritise workloads and perform under pressure. Experience using Microsoft Office, ERP, SAP, Oracle, Salesforce or similar systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. About You: Account Coordination experience Good verbal telephone manner and written communication skills Self-starter with a pro active, can do approach Results orientated Travel with overnight stay for training and when required to attend internal and customer meetings Ability to multi task and prioritise workloads to achieve KPI's Ability to work under pressure in a demanding environment What we offer you: Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more. At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it's an integral part of our history, culture, and identity. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future. We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who consider themselves living with a disability. Looking to make an IMPACT with your career? When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us. IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world. We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one. €40 billion global revenue +9% organic growth + employees in 100+ countries For this UK based position, the expected pay range is GBP 35,200 - GBP 52,800 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United Kingdom. Our pay ranges are determined by the local market. Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you'll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team: Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: health and life insurance, paid time off, parental and care leave, flexible work options, and confidential counseling for life's challenges. Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs: your base salary, short-term incentives or sales incentives, opportunities to own company shares, and retirement savings plans for your future. Grow Your Skills and Career. We commit to helping you grow with ongoing performance and development conversations, Senior Talent Program, global career opportunities, access to our Schneider Career Hub for new positions, projects, and mentors, and learning platforms like Coursera to equip you with the skills for today and tomorrow. Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage teaming up through project opportunities on the Schneider Career Hub, smart ways to collaborate, celebrating contributions via a recognition program, sharing your voice in our engagement survey, and fostering an inclusive, caring workplace. Support Your Community. We make a difference in your community with volunteer leave, programs through the Schneider Electric Foundation, and initiatives that support youth education. Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and 'inclusion' is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
26/07/2026
Full time
Service Planner (Senior Assistant I, Service Planning) Location: Warrington, UK Role Purpose The Service Planner is responsible for the planning, scheduling, coordination, and support of field service operations and service projects. The role ensures that engineers, systems, and customer requirements are effectively aligned to deliver safe, high-quality services in accordance with contractual commitments, SLAs, and business objectives. It is important that the Service Planner is an enthusiastic and confident team player with the ability to multi-task and the drive to achieve results. They will need an ability to work to tight timescales in a pressurised environment and be accountable for each action taken. They will require attention to detail to ensure all records are maintained on all systems that we operate. Critically the role will require strong influencing and interpersonal skills to ensure that the multiple stakeholders involved are informed and managed. Working as part of a team you will be responsible for facilitating all internal tasks required to enable your technical colleagues to provide a world-class service. You will be an integral part of a fast-moving, ever-evolving business and therefore must have the capability to manage change and act as an ambassador to our customers with a focus on their complete satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Plan and schedule engineers for maintenance, call-outs, warranty work, projects, and contract activities. Coordinate materials, spare parts, subcontractors, equipment, and logistics. Manage Customer and Partner communications and scheduling updates. Support field engineers with planning, documentation, safety and timesheet administration. Maintain contract, customer and operational data within ERP, SAP, Oracle, bFS and related systems. Work closely with Operations Managers, Project Managers, Order Management, Supply Chain and Sales teams. Quality Recall management Produce operational reporting with KPI adherence and drive continuous improvement. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Experience in service planning, scheduling, coordination or operational support. Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to prioritise workloads and perform under pressure. Experience using Microsoft Office, ERP, SAP, Oracle, Salesforce or similar systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. About You: Account Coordination experience Good verbal telephone manner and written communication skills Self-starter with a pro active, can do approach Results orientated Travel with overnight stay for training and when required to attend internal and customer meetings Ability to multi task and prioritise workloads to achieve KPI's Ability to work under pressure in a demanding environment What we offer you: Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more. At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it's an integral part of our history, culture, and identity. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future. We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who consider themselves living with a disability. Looking to make an IMPACT with your career? When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us. IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world. We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one. €40 billion global revenue +9% organic growth + employees in 100+ countries For this UK based position, the expected pay range is GBP 35,200 - GBP 52,800 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United Kingdom. Our pay ranges are determined by the local market. Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you'll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team: Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: health and life insurance, paid time off, parental and care leave, flexible work options, and confidential counseling for life's challenges. Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs: your base salary, short-term incentives or sales incentives, opportunities to own company shares, and retirement savings plans for your future. Grow Your Skills and Career. We commit to helping you grow with ongoing performance and development conversations, Senior Talent Program, global career opportunities, access to our Schneider Career Hub for new positions, projects, and mentors, and learning platforms like Coursera to equip you with the skills for today and tomorrow. Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage teaming up through project opportunities on the Schneider Career Hub, smart ways to collaborate, celebrating contributions via a recognition program, sharing your voice in our engagement survey, and fostering an inclusive, caring workplace. Support Your Community. We make a difference in your community with volunteer leave, programs through the Schneider Electric Foundation, and initiatives that support youth education. Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and 'inclusion' is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining and assuring complex programme and project schedules, providing accurate progress reporting and supporting the successful delivery of projects against quality, cost and schedule objectives. This role requires a highly capable planner with strong hands-on experience using Microsoft Project and/or recognised Project Portfolio Management systems . Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain detailed programme and project schedules. Create robust Work Breakdown Structures aligned with the technical scope and project delivery lifecycle. Build integrated schedules covering project activities, milestones, dependencies and deliverables. Maintain portfolios of interdependent project schedules at programme level. Work closely with Project Managers, Programme Managers and Work Package Managers to capture all activities required to achieve project objectives. Collect, evaluate and validate project progress information. Monitor progress against agreed schedules, milestones and delivery plans. Analyse project performance, schedule variance and critical path. Identify potential delays, constraints and delivery risks, providing clear recommendations to project stakeholders. Produce accurate and timely progress reports throughout the project lifecycle. Support project reviews and provide clear visibility of project status and performance. Identify technical and schedule-related risks and assess their potential impact on project timescales. Manage and communicate inter-project dependencies. Chair or support formal progress review meetings, challenging schedule updates where appropriate. Promote consistent planning processes, controls and best practice across programmes and projects. Support the continuous improvement of project planning, scheduling and reporting processes. Essential Experience and Skills Significant experience working as a Planner, Senior Planner, Project Controls Planner or Programme Planner. Strong and demonstrable experience using Microsoft Project and/or Project Portfolio Management systems. Advanced knowledge of project planning, scheduling and project controls techniques. Experience creating and maintaining complex, integrated project schedules. Strong understanding of Work Breakdown Structures, milestones, dependencies and critical path analysis. Experience managing multiple interdependent project schedules. Ability to interpret technical documentation and understand complex project scopes. Proven ability to analyse project performance and identify schedule risks, delays and delivery issues. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills. Confident working with programme and project stakeholders at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presenting project information. Qualifications A recognised project management, planning or project controls qualification. An engineering qualification, technical degree or equivalent relevant industry experience. Desirable Experience Experience using SAP or similar enterprise planning systems. Experience working within a complex engineering, infrastructure, defence, technology or safety-critical environment. Knowledge of formal project governance and structured project delivery frameworks. Experience supporting major programmes involving multiple workstreams and technical dependencies.
26/07/2026
Full time
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining and assuring complex programme and project schedules, providing accurate progress reporting and supporting the successful delivery of projects against quality, cost and schedule objectives. This role requires a highly capable planner with strong hands-on experience using Microsoft Project and/or recognised Project Portfolio Management systems . Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain detailed programme and project schedules. Create robust Work Breakdown Structures aligned with the technical scope and project delivery lifecycle. Build integrated schedules covering project activities, milestones, dependencies and deliverables. Maintain portfolios of interdependent project schedules at programme level. Work closely with Project Managers, Programme Managers and Work Package Managers to capture all activities required to achieve project objectives. Collect, evaluate and validate project progress information. Monitor progress against agreed schedules, milestones and delivery plans. Analyse project performance, schedule variance and critical path. Identify potential delays, constraints and delivery risks, providing clear recommendations to project stakeholders. Produce accurate and timely progress reports throughout the project lifecycle. Support project reviews and provide clear visibility of project status and performance. Identify technical and schedule-related risks and assess their potential impact on project timescales. Manage and communicate inter-project dependencies. Chair or support formal progress review meetings, challenging schedule updates where appropriate. Promote consistent planning processes, controls and best practice across programmes and projects. Support the continuous improvement of project planning, scheduling and reporting processes. Essential Experience and Skills Significant experience working as a Planner, Senior Planner, Project Controls Planner or Programme Planner. Strong and demonstrable experience using Microsoft Project and/or Project Portfolio Management systems. Advanced knowledge of project planning, scheduling and project controls techniques. Experience creating and maintaining complex, integrated project schedules. Strong understanding of Work Breakdown Structures, milestones, dependencies and critical path analysis. Experience managing multiple interdependent project schedules. Ability to interpret technical documentation and understand complex project scopes. Proven ability to analyse project performance and identify schedule risks, delays and delivery issues. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills. Confident working with programme and project stakeholders at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presenting project information. Qualifications A recognised project management, planning or project controls qualification. An engineering qualification, technical degree or equivalent relevant industry experience. Desirable Experience Experience using SAP or similar enterprise planning systems. Experience working within a complex engineering, infrastructure, defence, technology or safety-critical environment. Knowledge of formal project governance and structured project delivery frameworks. Experience supporting major programmes involving multiple workstreams and technical dependencies.
At Octopus Energy Generation (OEGEN), we're passionate about powering a sustainable future. As pioneers in the renewable energy space, we don't just invest in utility-scale projects; we invest in people, communities, and a greener tomorrow. Since stepping into the renewables arena in 2010, we've made waves - becoming a top investor in onshore wind across mainland Europe and the largest backer of solar power in Europe. Today, we proudly manage over £8bn in renewable energy assets worldwide. We are looking for an experienced Finance Systems Administrator with strong, practical knowledge of both Yooz and SAP. This role supports a complex portfolio of renewable energy assets and requires close collaboration with finance, fund, asset management, external asset managers, and third party system providers. Average of 3 days per week in the office - Initial 12-month fixed-term contract About the Team: You will join a dynamic transformation function supporting a complex portfolio of global renewable assets. You'll work in close collaboration with internal Finance, Fund, and Asset Management teams, as well as external asset managers and third party software providers, ensuring robust controls and seamless system operations. What you'll do Yooz Administration: Act as the primary system administrator for Yooz, managing supplier onboarding, bank detail changes, user roles, approval workflows, and query resolution. SAP & Systems Support: Support day to day SAP finance processes, performing data reconciliations between systems while troubleshooting interface or transaction errors. Controls & Risk Management: Enforce strict financial controls over payments and supplier master data, maintaining clear audit trails, ensuring segregation of duties, and proactively escalating fraud risks. Continuous Improvement: Assist with continuous improvement initiatives, including system enhancements, software integrations, user access reviews, testing, and process simplification across finance platforms. What you'll need Essential Demonstrable hands on experience administering Yooz and supporting SAP within a live finance environment. Proven experience managing purchase to pay (P2P) processes, supplier master data, invoice workflows, and strict financial controls. Sharp analytical problem solving skills to independently investigate data mismatches, interface errors, and system processing issues. Clear, plain English communication and collaboration skills to effectively liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders. High attention to detail, sound judgement, strong integrity regarding risk management, and the ability to handle high transaction volumes. Experience supporting system changes, testing, or migration activity. Desirable Experience integrating or reconciling data between Yooz and SAP. Background in an asset backed, renewable energy, infrastructure, or investment management environment. Knowledge of segregation of duties frameworks, audit requirements, and regulated environments. Experience working with external asset managers, outsourced finance providers, and third party system vendors. Familiarity with finance reporting platforms (such as Horizon) and process mapping/documentation. Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone. Why else you'll love it here Wondering what the salary for this role is? Just ask us! On a call with one of our recruiters it's something we always cover as we genuinely want to match your experience with the correct salary. The reason why we don't advertise is because we honestly have a degree of flexibility and would never want salary to be a reason why someone doesn't apply to Octopus - what's more important to us is finding the right octofit! Octopus Energy Group is a unique culture. An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about! We were recently named the UK's top company to work for, and we ranked in the top ten in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024. Our Group CEO, Greg has recorded a podcast about our culture and how we empower our people. We've also been placed in the top 10 companies for senior leadership. Visit our UK perks hub - Octopus Employee Benefits
26/07/2026
Full time
At Octopus Energy Generation (OEGEN), we're passionate about powering a sustainable future. As pioneers in the renewable energy space, we don't just invest in utility-scale projects; we invest in people, communities, and a greener tomorrow. Since stepping into the renewables arena in 2010, we've made waves - becoming a top investor in onshore wind across mainland Europe and the largest backer of solar power in Europe. Today, we proudly manage over £8bn in renewable energy assets worldwide. We are looking for an experienced Finance Systems Administrator with strong, practical knowledge of both Yooz and SAP. This role supports a complex portfolio of renewable energy assets and requires close collaboration with finance, fund, asset management, external asset managers, and third party system providers. Average of 3 days per week in the office - Initial 12-month fixed-term contract About the Team: You will join a dynamic transformation function supporting a complex portfolio of global renewable assets. You'll work in close collaboration with internal Finance, Fund, and Asset Management teams, as well as external asset managers and third party software providers, ensuring robust controls and seamless system operations. What you'll do Yooz Administration: Act as the primary system administrator for Yooz, managing supplier onboarding, bank detail changes, user roles, approval workflows, and query resolution. SAP & Systems Support: Support day to day SAP finance processes, performing data reconciliations between systems while troubleshooting interface or transaction errors. Controls & Risk Management: Enforce strict financial controls over payments and supplier master data, maintaining clear audit trails, ensuring segregation of duties, and proactively escalating fraud risks. Continuous Improvement: Assist with continuous improvement initiatives, including system enhancements, software integrations, user access reviews, testing, and process simplification across finance platforms. What you'll need Essential Demonstrable hands on experience administering Yooz and supporting SAP within a live finance environment. Proven experience managing purchase to pay (P2P) processes, supplier master data, invoice workflows, and strict financial controls. Sharp analytical problem solving skills to independently investigate data mismatches, interface errors, and system processing issues. Clear, plain English communication and collaboration skills to effectively liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders. High attention to detail, sound judgement, strong integrity regarding risk management, and the ability to handle high transaction volumes. Experience supporting system changes, testing, or migration activity. Desirable Experience integrating or reconciling data between Yooz and SAP. Background in an asset backed, renewable energy, infrastructure, or investment management environment. Knowledge of segregation of duties frameworks, audit requirements, and regulated environments. Experience working with external asset managers, outsourced finance providers, and third party system vendors. Familiarity with finance reporting platforms (such as Horizon) and process mapping/documentation. Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone. Why else you'll love it here Wondering what the salary for this role is? Just ask us! On a call with one of our recruiters it's something we always cover as we genuinely want to match your experience with the correct salary. The reason why we don't advertise is because we honestly have a degree of flexibility and would never want salary to be a reason why someone doesn't apply to Octopus - what's more important to us is finding the right octofit! Octopus Energy Group is a unique culture. An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about! We were recently named the UK's top company to work for, and we ranked in the top ten in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024. Our Group CEO, Greg has recorded a podcast about our culture and how we empower our people. We've also been placed in the top 10 companies for senior leadership. Visit our UK perks hub - Octopus Employee Benefits
Contract Details 6 month contract to start ASAP Day rate up to £450 1+ day a week in office (Stratford, London) Who You Are We actively encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, and individuals with disabilities Candidates must be able to commute to Stratford once a week What the Job Involves Be a technical lead for key initiatives, act as a technical authority and knowledge source for the wider team, providing mentorship to help others grow their technical capabilities Work in collaboration with Product and Project Managers, Architects, etc to identify requirements Transition high level designs to delivery, by working closely with solution architects and supporting key transition activities Provide significant contribution to test strategies and plans as determined by the project or initiative Serve as the primary technical contact for scientific teams, translating research workflows and data requirements into scalable technical solutions Design and implement complex cloud solutions for scientific workloads, staying current with research-focused services Apply SRE and DevOps best practices, implementing automation and CI/CD pipelines to reduce toil and improve reliability Required Skills & Experience Experienced with AWS and hybrid cloud architecture Experienced with Infrastructure as Code, Python, R, CI/CD and Linux Experience of cloud-native architecture and cloud services, various SQL and noSQL databases, as well as messaging queues
26/07/2026
Full time
Contract Details 6 month contract to start ASAP Day rate up to £450 1+ day a week in office (Stratford, London) Who You Are We actively encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, and individuals with disabilities Candidates must be able to commute to Stratford once a week What the Job Involves Be a technical lead for key initiatives, act as a technical authority and knowledge source for the wider team, providing mentorship to help others grow their technical capabilities Work in collaboration with Product and Project Managers, Architects, etc to identify requirements Transition high level designs to delivery, by working closely with solution architects and supporting key transition activities Provide significant contribution to test strategies and plans as determined by the project or initiative Serve as the primary technical contact for scientific teams, translating research workflows and data requirements into scalable technical solutions Design and implement complex cloud solutions for scientific workloads, staying current with research-focused services Apply SRE and DevOps best practices, implementing automation and CI/CD pipelines to reduce toil and improve reliability Required Skills & Experience Experienced with AWS and hybrid cloud architecture Experienced with Infrastructure as Code, Python, R, CI/CD and Linux Experience of cloud-native architecture and cloud services, various SQL and noSQL databases, as well as messaging queues
Kintec Global Recruitment is seeking a Senior Project Manager SAP/HV for a Manchester-based role. You will lead delivery on major connections work, combining SAP-level authority over HV switching with hands-on project management for a growing distribution network operator. You will manage on-site engineers, develop scoping and protection diagrams, review designs, manage contracts, and ensure safety and CDM compliance.
26/07/2026
Full time
Kintec Global Recruitment is seeking a Senior Project Manager SAP/HV for a Manchester-based role. You will lead delivery on major connections work, combining SAP-level authority over HV switching with hands-on project management for a growing distribution network operator. You will manage on-site engineers, develop scoping and protection diagrams, review designs, manage contracts, and ensure safety and CDM compliance.
BI Developer 6 Month Contract (Inside IR35) Hybrid, Edinburgh Starting ASAP Day Rate: £DOE About the Role: Harvey Nash's Pub Sec client is looking for a Power BI Developer to help their Building Standards Division turn data into meaningful insights that support decision-making across the team. Working with stakeholders at all levels, you will bring the knowledge to help transition existing Reports from their current system (Crystal) to Power BI. You will create reports and dashboards that help them understand performance, identify trends, and make informed decisions. In this role you will be expected to: Review, Build and Publish existing Reports using Power BI, making suggestions on how they could be enhanced to provide more managerial insight where possible. Collaborate with service managers, analysts, and senior stakeholders to gather requirements. Create semantic models to enable self-service reporting. Translate business needs into technical reporting solutions liaising with the appropriate IT and Service contacts where required. Optimise report performance and usability, ensuring accessibility standards are met. Ensure data quality, consistency, and integrity through validation and testing. Implement appropriate row-level security (RLS) and access controls. Maintain documentation for datasets, reports, and processes. Provide training and guidance to end users on Power BI tools and dashboards. Be responsible for planning their work effectively with a strong commitment to delivering at a high Participate in the Power BI Adoption Project where required to provide knowledge and experience in Power BI to help with discussions. Essential Skills & Experience: Strong experience with Power BI (Desktop & Service). Proficiency in DAX, Power Query (M), and data modelling. Understanding of ETL processes and data warehousing concepts. Ability to translate complex data into clear visual insights. Experience engaging with non-technical stakeholders. Comprehensive analytical skills to comprehend complex technical reports or system performance information. Self-motivated Sound organisation and time management skills. Excellent communication skills both oral and written. Desirable Qualifications Microsoft certifications (e.g. PL-300: Power BI Data Analyst) are desirable. Experience with SQL and relational databases. Experience within local government or public sector. Knowledge of Azure Data Platform (Data Factory, Synapse, etc.). Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric / Power Platform. Awareness of data governance and regulatory requirements in the public sector. This role has been deemed Inside IR35 by the client. Applicants must hold, or be happy to apply for, a valid Basic Disclosure Scotland.
26/07/2026
Full time
BI Developer 6 Month Contract (Inside IR35) Hybrid, Edinburgh Starting ASAP Day Rate: £DOE About the Role: Harvey Nash's Pub Sec client is looking for a Power BI Developer to help their Building Standards Division turn data into meaningful insights that support decision-making across the team. Working with stakeholders at all levels, you will bring the knowledge to help transition existing Reports from their current system (Crystal) to Power BI. You will create reports and dashboards that help them understand performance, identify trends, and make informed decisions. In this role you will be expected to: Review, Build and Publish existing Reports using Power BI, making suggestions on how they could be enhanced to provide more managerial insight where possible. Collaborate with service managers, analysts, and senior stakeholders to gather requirements. Create semantic models to enable self-service reporting. Translate business needs into technical reporting solutions liaising with the appropriate IT and Service contacts where required. Optimise report performance and usability, ensuring accessibility standards are met. Ensure data quality, consistency, and integrity through validation and testing. Implement appropriate row-level security (RLS) and access controls. Maintain documentation for datasets, reports, and processes. Provide training and guidance to end users on Power BI tools and dashboards. Be responsible for planning their work effectively with a strong commitment to delivering at a high Participate in the Power BI Adoption Project where required to provide knowledge and experience in Power BI to help with discussions. Essential Skills & Experience: Strong experience with Power BI (Desktop & Service). Proficiency in DAX, Power Query (M), and data modelling. Understanding of ETL processes and data warehousing concepts. Ability to translate complex data into clear visual insights. Experience engaging with non-technical stakeholders. Comprehensive analytical skills to comprehend complex technical reports or system performance information. Self-motivated Sound organisation and time management skills. Excellent communication skills both oral and written. Desirable Qualifications Microsoft certifications (e.g. PL-300: Power BI Data Analyst) are desirable. Experience with SQL and relational databases. Experience within local government or public sector. Knowledge of Azure Data Platform (Data Factory, Synapse, etc.). Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric / Power Platform. Awareness of data governance and regulatory requirements in the public sector. This role has been deemed Inside IR35 by the client. Applicants must hold, or be happy to apply for, a valid Basic Disclosure Scotland.
Location: London - Hybrid working modelApplications deadline: early applications are encouraged.About Springer NatureSpringer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit the Senior Procurement Manager for Print and Paper you will manage the end-to-end procurement cycle and develop strategic category intelligence for offset and digital printing and paper purchasing in US, UK, EU and LATAM and Asian markets.About the RoleYou will be the paper and offset/digital print procurement expert and an essential part of our global central procurement team with the goal of supporting the business to meet its objectives whilst delivering significant cost reductions. You will be involved in supporting various supply chain activities, enhancements and projects for expanding our utilisation of SAP/Ariba and lead change for the paper and offset/digital print procurement.This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference through delivering substantial savings and organisational alignment across our global business.The Senior Procurement Manager will report into the Procurement Director - Directs. The position is offered on a full-time, permanent basis in our London office on a hybrid working pattern.Role responsibilities:Act as a primary point of contact to manage overall relationships with key offset and digital print and paper suppliers to facilitate long-term robust partnerships for printing category. Provide technical guidance and expertise to both internal and external stakeholders in all questions related to print and paper buying, leveraging strong stakeholder management, networking and communication skills.Evaluate existing and design/execute best in class sourcing strategies for printing category applying a strong business and commercial mindset to identify savings opportunities and deliver value to the organisation.Develop and manage RFQ/RFP/RFI process, negotiate agreements and long term/volume commitment pricing, manage the contracts for medium to complex sourcing requirements for printing category. Utilise excellent negotiation skills and analytical capabilities to achieve favourable commercial outcomes.Utilise appropriate procurement evaluation tools and processes such as building sourcing strategies, contract negotiations and supplier management to develop and manage a robust pool of qualified/preferred/strategic suppliers.Research and evaluate potential vendors to determine suitability and sustainability of materials, meet new production requirements and/or to replace poor-performing vendors for the print category. Apply strong problem-solving and analytical skills to assess supplier performance and business impact.Routinely evaluate market trends, review technical, trade, environmental and legal publications, and keep abreast of current and applicable regulatory rulings in regards to physical printing and paper production.Proactively follow-up to ensure supplier performance and quality is in accordance with contract terms, conditions, and specifications.Participate in supplier site visits to qualify, review and audit performance/quality and capabilities. The successful candidate would be expected to travel for up to 20% of time.Monitor and analyse internal and external KPIs and work to identify solutions for improvement.Attend and participate in a variety of meetings and task force groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements and policies within the printing category. Building effective relationships across a wide range of stakeholders to influence decision-making and support business objectives.Implement Springer Nature Group procurement policies, procedures and toolsSupervise and direct work activities of Procurement Manager/Procurement Team Lead/Senior Procurement Specialist on different procurement projects and processes.Experience, Skills & Qualifications:EssentialExtensive Procurement experience (Procurement Operations/Supply Chain/Physical Manufacturing or similar) in buying Global Print and Paper.Strong business and commercial background with excellent negotiation skills.Demonstrated ability of Category Management, Strategic sourcing and supplier management.An effective communicator with demonstrable analytical, project management and problem-solving skills.Stakeholder management and networking skills.Ability to manage multiple procurement projects in parallel.Demonstrated ability of working with cross functional teams in a complex, changing environment to identify savings opportunities and deliver value to the organisation.Experienced in change management.DesirableFluency in German would be a bonus but is not essentialAt Springer Nature, our mission is to be part of progress - and that begins with inclusion: of people, perspectives, and ideas. We believe that diverse perspectives drive progress, and we are committed to creating an environment where people and ideas can flourish. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation. Find out more about our DEI work here more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit Posting End Date:3-08-2026
26/07/2026
Full time
Location: London - Hybrid working modelApplications deadline: early applications are encouraged.About Springer NatureSpringer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit the Senior Procurement Manager for Print and Paper you will manage the end-to-end procurement cycle and develop strategic category intelligence for offset and digital printing and paper purchasing in US, UK, EU and LATAM and Asian markets.About the RoleYou will be the paper and offset/digital print procurement expert and an essential part of our global central procurement team with the goal of supporting the business to meet its objectives whilst delivering significant cost reductions. You will be involved in supporting various supply chain activities, enhancements and projects for expanding our utilisation of SAP/Ariba and lead change for the paper and offset/digital print procurement.This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference through delivering substantial savings and organisational alignment across our global business.The Senior Procurement Manager will report into the Procurement Director - Directs. The position is offered on a full-time, permanent basis in our London office on a hybrid working pattern.Role responsibilities:Act as a primary point of contact to manage overall relationships with key offset and digital print and paper suppliers to facilitate long-term robust partnerships for printing category. Provide technical guidance and expertise to both internal and external stakeholders in all questions related to print and paper buying, leveraging strong stakeholder management, networking and communication skills.Evaluate existing and design/execute best in class sourcing strategies for printing category applying a strong business and commercial mindset to identify savings opportunities and deliver value to the organisation.Develop and manage RFQ/RFP/RFI process, negotiate agreements and long term/volume commitment pricing, manage the contracts for medium to complex sourcing requirements for printing category. Utilise excellent negotiation skills and analytical capabilities to achieve favourable commercial outcomes.Utilise appropriate procurement evaluation tools and processes such as building sourcing strategies, contract negotiations and supplier management to develop and manage a robust pool of qualified/preferred/strategic suppliers.Research and evaluate potential vendors to determine suitability and sustainability of materials, meet new production requirements and/or to replace poor-performing vendors for the print category. Apply strong problem-solving and analytical skills to assess supplier performance and business impact.Routinely evaluate market trends, review technical, trade, environmental and legal publications, and keep abreast of current and applicable regulatory rulings in regards to physical printing and paper production.Proactively follow-up to ensure supplier performance and quality is in accordance with contract terms, conditions, and specifications.Participate in supplier site visits to qualify, review and audit performance/quality and capabilities. The successful candidate would be expected to travel for up to 20% of time.Monitor and analyse internal and external KPIs and work to identify solutions for improvement.Attend and participate in a variety of meetings and task force groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements and policies within the printing category. Building effective relationships across a wide range of stakeholders to influence decision-making and support business objectives.Implement Springer Nature Group procurement policies, procedures and toolsSupervise and direct work activities of Procurement Manager/Procurement Team Lead/Senior Procurement Specialist on different procurement projects and processes.Experience, Skills & Qualifications:EssentialExtensive Procurement experience (Procurement Operations/Supply Chain/Physical Manufacturing or similar) in buying Global Print and Paper.Strong business and commercial background with excellent negotiation skills.Demonstrated ability of Category Management, Strategic sourcing and supplier management.An effective communicator with demonstrable analytical, project management and problem-solving skills.Stakeholder management and networking skills.Ability to manage multiple procurement projects in parallel.Demonstrated ability of working with cross functional teams in a complex, changing environment to identify savings opportunities and deliver value to the organisation.Experienced in change management.DesirableFluency in German would be a bonus but is not essentialAt Springer Nature, our mission is to be part of progress - and that begins with inclusion: of people, perspectives, and ideas. We believe that diverse perspectives drive progress, and we are committed to creating an environment where people and ideas can flourish. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation. Find out more about our DEI work here more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit Posting End Date:3-08-2026
Overview We are searching for a Business Systems, Delivery & Change Manager to lead our business systems, digital platforms, and technology change portfolio. This senior technology leader will ensure our portfolio delivers measurable value, supports operational excellence, and aligns with organisational strategy. You will provide leadership across business systems management, project delivery, and strategic change - ensuring solutions are well designed, well governed, and successfully adopted. The role combines people leadership, technology governance, and delivery oversight, guiding cross functional teams and suppliers to ensure that technology change is delivered safely, consistently, and effectively across the business. Responsibilities Define and own the strategic direction for business systems, ensuring alignment to Solus' technology roadmap and business goals. Prioritise the change portfolio, balancing strategic needs, operational risks, dependencies, and capacity. Make decisions on technology investments, supplier contracts, and commercial evaluations. Approve and govern system changes, ensuring security, architecturalintegrityand operational stability. Own the standards and frameworks for delivery, change governance, business analysis, release management, and system lifecycle management. Make people leadership decisions including performance management, capability development, and team structure. Evaluate and manage risk across systems, projects and change activity, ensuring regulatory, audit and security requirements are fully met. Strategic Leadership Build and deliver a long term strategic roadmap for business systems, integrations, data flows, and platform evolution. Provide leadership across the delivery and change capability, setting expectations for quality, pace, and governance. Work closely with theCIOto ensure alignment between infrastructure, cloud, platforms, businessapplicationsand change. People Leadership & Team Development Lead a multi discipline function (Business Analysts, Change Leads, Delivery Leads, Systems SMEs) ensuring capability, performance, and progression. Develop team members through coaching, mentoring,trainingand succession planning. Create a high trust, high performance culture that empowers colleagues and encourages continuous improvement. Ensure the team manages documentation,processesand business knowledge to reduce key person dependencies. Delivery & Change Ownership Own the full lifecycle of technology change: intake, analysis, prioritisation, design assurance, delivery oversight, adoption, and benefits tracking. Ensure delivery teams follow agreed standards (Agile, hybrid, or waterfall whereappropriate)with consistent governance. Oversee delivery risks, RAIDmanagementand cross functional dependencies. Ensure systems changes are safe, secure, tested, and supported at go live. Business Systems Management Oversee the lifecycle of key business systems - including upgrades, vendor management, integrations, and enhancement roadmaps. Ensure systems are secure, resilient, and compliant, supported by well maintaineddocumentation and change records. Act as escalation point for system incidents, recurring issues, platformconcernsand supplier escalations. Drive simplification,standardisationand rationalisation of systems to reduce complexity and improve user experience. Stakeholder Leadership Build strong relationships with business leaders, operational managers, suppliers, and technology partners. Communicate complex technical and delivery topics clearly at senior level. Represent Technology at governance boards, steering groups, and executive forums. Financial Leadership Manage budgets for systems, suppliers, licences, and delivery resources. Ensure cost effective delivery and maximise value for money from suppliers and change activity. Qualifications Degree in IT, Technology, BusinessManagementor related field. Strong evidenceof leadershipin technology delivery, business systems or changemanagement. Certifications beneficial: ITIL (governance & service management) Agile/Scrum/Scaled Agile Project/Programme Management (PMP, MSP, Prince2) Change Management (APMG/PROSCI) Experience managing budgets, suppliers and enterprise scale change functions.
26/07/2026
Full time
Overview We are searching for a Business Systems, Delivery & Change Manager to lead our business systems, digital platforms, and technology change portfolio. This senior technology leader will ensure our portfolio delivers measurable value, supports operational excellence, and aligns with organisational strategy. You will provide leadership across business systems management, project delivery, and strategic change - ensuring solutions are well designed, well governed, and successfully adopted. The role combines people leadership, technology governance, and delivery oversight, guiding cross functional teams and suppliers to ensure that technology change is delivered safely, consistently, and effectively across the business. Responsibilities Define and own the strategic direction for business systems, ensuring alignment to Solus' technology roadmap and business goals. Prioritise the change portfolio, balancing strategic needs, operational risks, dependencies, and capacity. Make decisions on technology investments, supplier contracts, and commercial evaluations. Approve and govern system changes, ensuring security, architecturalintegrityand operational stability. Own the standards and frameworks for delivery, change governance, business analysis, release management, and system lifecycle management. Make people leadership decisions including performance management, capability development, and team structure. Evaluate and manage risk across systems, projects and change activity, ensuring regulatory, audit and security requirements are fully met. Strategic Leadership Build and deliver a long term strategic roadmap for business systems, integrations, data flows, and platform evolution. Provide leadership across the delivery and change capability, setting expectations for quality, pace, and governance. Work closely with theCIOto ensure alignment between infrastructure, cloud, platforms, businessapplicationsand change. People Leadership & Team Development Lead a multi discipline function (Business Analysts, Change Leads, Delivery Leads, Systems SMEs) ensuring capability, performance, and progression. Develop team members through coaching, mentoring,trainingand succession planning. Create a high trust, high performance culture that empowers colleagues and encourages continuous improvement. Ensure the team manages documentation,processesand business knowledge to reduce key person dependencies. Delivery & Change Ownership Own the full lifecycle of technology change: intake, analysis, prioritisation, design assurance, delivery oversight, adoption, and benefits tracking. Ensure delivery teams follow agreed standards (Agile, hybrid, or waterfall whereappropriate)with consistent governance. Oversee delivery risks, RAIDmanagementand cross functional dependencies. Ensure systems changes are safe, secure, tested, and supported at go live. Business Systems Management Oversee the lifecycle of key business systems - including upgrades, vendor management, integrations, and enhancement roadmaps. Ensure systems are secure, resilient, and compliant, supported by well maintaineddocumentation and change records. Act as escalation point for system incidents, recurring issues, platformconcernsand supplier escalations. Drive simplification,standardisationand rationalisation of systems to reduce complexity and improve user experience. Stakeholder Leadership Build strong relationships with business leaders, operational managers, suppliers, and technology partners. Communicate complex technical and delivery topics clearly at senior level. Represent Technology at governance boards, steering groups, and executive forums. Financial Leadership Manage budgets for systems, suppliers, licences, and delivery resources. Ensure cost effective delivery and maximise value for money from suppliers and change activity. Qualifications Degree in IT, Technology, BusinessManagementor related field. Strong evidenceof leadershipin technology delivery, business systems or changemanagement. Certifications beneficial: ITIL (governance & service management) Agile/Scrum/Scaled Agile Project/Programme Management (PMP, MSP, Prince2) Change Management (APMG/PROSCI) Experience managing budgets, suppliers and enterprise scale change functions.
Senior AI Engineer - 12 Months Contract - Canary Wharf Hybrid Start ASAP 40 Hour week Inside IR35 Required:- 5+ years of professional software engineering experience; ability to independently design & ship complex systems in production. Strong programming skills in Python (preferred), Java, or similar languages, with experience in developing microservices, APIs, & backend systems. Strong problem-solving skills & the ability to balance engineering rigor with delivery speed. Solid understanding of software architecture, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP), & modern DevOps practices. Experience integrating machine learning models into production systems (e.g., LLMs via APIs, fine-tuning, RAG patterns, embeddings, agents & crew of agents etc.). Ability to move quickly while maintaining code quality, test coverage, & operational excellence. Senior AI Engineer preferred experience Familiarity with AI/ML tools such as LangChain, Haystack, Hugging Face, Weaviate, or similar ecosystems. Hands-on experience with Retrieval Augmented Generation applications, AI agents & systems built around them. Experience using GenAI frameworks such as LlamaIndex, Crew AI, AutoGen, or similar agentic/LLM orchestration toolkits. Exposure to working with unstructured data (documents, conversations, images) & transforming it into usable structured formats. Experience building chatbots, search systems, or generative AI interfaces. Background in working within platform engineering or internal developer tools teams. Prior experience working in an embedded (forward-deployed) team model with business stakeholders. Experience building production grade, reliable AI applications My client is looking for a Senior AI Engineer who think holistically, automate relentlessly, & are fluent in the fast-moving world of AI tooling & infrastructure-but grounded in disciplined engineering principles.My client's AI organization is building high-impact AI-powered applications that deliver real business value at speed. As a Senior AI Engineer, you'll play a critical role in building & deploying scalable AI-powered applications through solid software engineering excellence combined with pragmatic use of modern AI capabilities. This is a role for seasoned engineers who are excited about applying AI in practical & scalable ways. Looking for individuals who thrive at the intersection of disciplined software development & modern AI applications. You should be comfortable working across the full lifecycle of a product-from ideation & architecture to deployment & automation-while navigating ambiguity & driving toward execution. Strong systems thinking, ownership mindset, & the ability to ship value fast are essential. Senior AI Engineer Job Responsibilities Design, develop, & maintain production-grade AI applications & services using modern software engineering practices (CI/CD, testing, observability, cloud-native design). Define & implement foundational platforms & tools (e.g., conversational bots, AI-powered search, unstructured data processing, GenBI) that are reusable & scalable across the enterprise. Participate in cross functional team initiatives-embedded projects with business stakeholders to rapidly build & deploy AI solutions that solve high-priority business problems. Evaluate & integrate existing AI tools, frameworks, & APIs (e.g., LLMs, vector DBs, retrieval-augmented generation, AI agents) into robust applications. Champion automation in workflows-from data management ingestion & preprocessing to evaluation, to model integration & deployment. Collaborate with data scientists, product managers, & other engineers to ensure end-to-end delivery & reliability of AI products. Stay current with emerging AI technologies but prioritize practical application & delivery over experimental research. Contribute to the internal knowledge base, tooling libraries, & documentation to scale AI engineering best practices across the organization. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
26/07/2026
Full time
Senior AI Engineer - 12 Months Contract - Canary Wharf Hybrid Start ASAP 40 Hour week Inside IR35 Required:- 5+ years of professional software engineering experience; ability to independently design & ship complex systems in production. Strong programming skills in Python (preferred), Java, or similar languages, with experience in developing microservices, APIs, & backend systems. Strong problem-solving skills & the ability to balance engineering rigor with delivery speed. Solid understanding of software architecture, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP), & modern DevOps practices. Experience integrating machine learning models into production systems (e.g., LLMs via APIs, fine-tuning, RAG patterns, embeddings, agents & crew of agents etc.). Ability to move quickly while maintaining code quality, test coverage, & operational excellence. Senior AI Engineer preferred experience Familiarity with AI/ML tools such as LangChain, Haystack, Hugging Face, Weaviate, or similar ecosystems. Hands-on experience with Retrieval Augmented Generation applications, AI agents & systems built around them. Experience using GenAI frameworks such as LlamaIndex, Crew AI, AutoGen, or similar agentic/LLM orchestration toolkits. Exposure to working with unstructured data (documents, conversations, images) & transforming it into usable structured formats. Experience building chatbots, search systems, or generative AI interfaces. Background in working within platform engineering or internal developer tools teams. Prior experience working in an embedded (forward-deployed) team model with business stakeholders. Experience building production grade, reliable AI applications My client is looking for a Senior AI Engineer who think holistically, automate relentlessly, & are fluent in the fast-moving world of AI tooling & infrastructure-but grounded in disciplined engineering principles.My client's AI organization is building high-impact AI-powered applications that deliver real business value at speed. As a Senior AI Engineer, you'll play a critical role in building & deploying scalable AI-powered applications through solid software engineering excellence combined with pragmatic use of modern AI capabilities. This is a role for seasoned engineers who are excited about applying AI in practical & scalable ways. Looking for individuals who thrive at the intersection of disciplined software development & modern AI applications. You should be comfortable working across the full lifecycle of a product-from ideation & architecture to deployment & automation-while navigating ambiguity & driving toward execution. Strong systems thinking, ownership mindset, & the ability to ship value fast are essential. Senior AI Engineer Job Responsibilities Design, develop, & maintain production-grade AI applications & services using modern software engineering practices (CI/CD, testing, observability, cloud-native design). Define & implement foundational platforms & tools (e.g., conversational bots, AI-powered search, unstructured data processing, GenBI) that are reusable & scalable across the enterprise. Participate in cross functional team initiatives-embedded projects with business stakeholders to rapidly build & deploy AI solutions that solve high-priority business problems. Evaluate & integrate existing AI tools, frameworks, & APIs (e.g., LLMs, vector DBs, retrieval-augmented generation, AI agents) into robust applications. Champion automation in workflows-from data management ingestion & preprocessing to evaluation, to model integration & deployment. Collaborate with data scientists, product managers, & other engineers to ensure end-to-end delivery & reliability of AI products. Stay current with emerging AI technologies but prioritize practical application & delivery over experimental research. Contribute to the internal knowledge base, tooling libraries, & documentation to scale AI engineering best practices across the organization. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Build your future with Sovos. If you're seeking a career where innovation meets impact, you've come to the right place. As a global leader, Sovos is transforming tax compliance from a business requirement to a force for growth while revolutionising how businesses navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape. At Sovos, we're dedicated to more than just solving compliance challenges - we're committed to making a positive and lasting difference in everything we do. Our teams operate on the modern edge of digital technology, working not only to solve complex business challenges but also to enrich our personal, professional, and local communities. Our purpose-built systems provide the tools you need to thrive in a world where governments demand increased visibility, faster reporting and greater control over business processes. Excited about the possibilities? So are we! Don't worry if you don't check all the boxes - apply anyway! We're focused on hiring the right people, not just the "right" resume. It's not about what you've done elsewhere; it's all about what you're capable of doing here. The Work You'll Do: We are looking for an Enterprise Project Manager to join our European Professional Services team, with the ability to be based in the United Kingdom, Netherlands, or Spain. This is a senior delivery role for an experienced PM who understands the complexity of enterprise SaaS implementations - and who brings deep familiarity with tax compliance, e-invoicing, or regulatory technology. You will own end-to-end delivery of complex, multi-country e-invoicing and tax compliance implementations for enterprise clients across the EMEA region. You will be the client's primary delivery partner - managing scope, timeline, risk, and stakeholder relationships from kickoff through go-live and Hypercare. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, and your work will directly impact client satisfaction, revenue recognition, and the reputation of Sovos Professional Services in Europe. More specifically, you will: Own end-to-end project delivery for enterprise e-invoicing and tax compliance implementations across multiple EMEA countries simultaneously Serve as the primary point of contact and escalation for client stakeholders - from project teams to C-suite sponsors - throughout the engagement lifecycle Develop and maintain detailed project plans, risk registers, issue logs, and status reports; proactively surface risks and drive resolution before they become escalations Lead structured project governance - including weekly status meetings, monthly steering committee sessions, and go/no-go decision processes - in alignment with Sovos delivery methodology Manage project scope rigorously; identify, document, and drive change orders when client requests exceed agreed SOW boundaries Coordinate cross-functional Sovos resources - Solution Consultants, Technical Consultants, SAP specialists, Regulatory, and Product - to deliver against project commitments Track and report project hours against PS retainer balances; proactively communicate burn-down status and initiate retainer expansion conversations at appropriate thresholds Ensure all project data, time entries, and status records are accurately maintained in Cloud Coach and Sovos project management tooling in real time Manage Hypercare periods post-go-live and execute formal project handover to Sovos Customer Support Contribute to the continuous improvement of PS delivery methodology, SOW templates, onboarding playbooks, and project governance frameworks Provide structured feedback to Product Management on implementation patterns, recurring defects, and enhancement opportunities observed across the client portfolio What We Need From You: 7+ years of project management experience, with at least 4 years delivering enterprise SaaS implementations in a client-facing Professional Services environment Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder implementations in the tax compliance, e-invoicing, VAT, or regulatory technology space - this is a differentiating requirement Proven track record managing projects with enterprise clients (500M+ revenue) across multiple countries and time zones concurrently Experience with SAP-integrated implementations (SAP ECC, S/4HANA, or Process Orchestration) is strongly preferred Hands on experience with retainer-based PS engagements, including scope management, change order discipline, and hour burn down governance Familiarity with EMEA e-invoicing mandates - including France (PPF/PDP), Germany (XRechnung/Peppol), Poland (KSeF), and/or Turkey (e-Fatura/e-Arşiv) - is a significant advantage Exceptional stakeholder management - able to build trust with client executives and navigate competing priorities without losing delivery momentum Strong commercial acumen - understands the relationship between project delivery, revenue recognition, and margin, and manages accordingly Proactive risk management mindset - identifies and escalates issues early, documents decisions, and drives accountability without being asked Clear, structured communicator - written and verbal - capable of adapting tone and detail level for technical teams, client project managers, and executive sponsors alike Comfortable operating with ambiguity and driving clarity in fast-moving, multi-mandate environments where priorities can shift quickly Proficiency with project management tooling (e.g. Cloud Coach, Salesforce, Jira, or equivalent PSA/CRM platforms PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification preferred Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field; equivalent experience considered Fluency in English required; proficiency in French, German, Dutch, Spanish, or Polish is a meaningful advantage given the client base What Does Sovos Offer You? The tools to enhance your life - because we want you to enjoy your life outside of work and inside! An opportunity to work with a global team Bi-Weekly Meeting Free Days! Mentoring Programs Globally recognised Training and Development programs Benefits Sovos is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment that celebrates diversity and where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate against race, color, religions, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic provided by law. At Sovos, all employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Company Background Sovos is a global provider of tax, compliance and trust solutions and services that enable businesses to navigate an increasingly regulated world with true confidence. Purpose-built for always-on compliance capabilities, our scalable IT-driven solutions meet the demands of an evolving and complex global regulatory landscape. Sovos' cloud-based software platform provides an unparalleled level of integration with business applications and government compliance processes. More than 100,000 customers in 100+ countries - including half the Fortune 500 - trust Sovos for their compliance needs. Sovos annually processes more than three billion transactions across 19,000 global tax jurisdictions. Bolstered by a robust partner program more than 400 strong, Sovos brings to bear an unrivaled global network for companies across industries and geographies. Founded in 1979, Sovos has operations across the Americas and Europe, and is owned by Hg and TA Associates. visit and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
26/07/2026
Full time
Build your future with Sovos. If you're seeking a career where innovation meets impact, you've come to the right place. As a global leader, Sovos is transforming tax compliance from a business requirement to a force for growth while revolutionising how businesses navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape. At Sovos, we're dedicated to more than just solving compliance challenges - we're committed to making a positive and lasting difference in everything we do. Our teams operate on the modern edge of digital technology, working not only to solve complex business challenges but also to enrich our personal, professional, and local communities. Our purpose-built systems provide the tools you need to thrive in a world where governments demand increased visibility, faster reporting and greater control over business processes. Excited about the possibilities? So are we! Don't worry if you don't check all the boxes - apply anyway! We're focused on hiring the right people, not just the "right" resume. It's not about what you've done elsewhere; it's all about what you're capable of doing here. The Work You'll Do: We are looking for an Enterprise Project Manager to join our European Professional Services team, with the ability to be based in the United Kingdom, Netherlands, or Spain. This is a senior delivery role for an experienced PM who understands the complexity of enterprise SaaS implementations - and who brings deep familiarity with tax compliance, e-invoicing, or regulatory technology. You will own end-to-end delivery of complex, multi-country e-invoicing and tax compliance implementations for enterprise clients across the EMEA region. You will be the client's primary delivery partner - managing scope, timeline, risk, and stakeholder relationships from kickoff through go-live and Hypercare. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, and your work will directly impact client satisfaction, revenue recognition, and the reputation of Sovos Professional Services in Europe. More specifically, you will: Own end-to-end project delivery for enterprise e-invoicing and tax compliance implementations across multiple EMEA countries simultaneously Serve as the primary point of contact and escalation for client stakeholders - from project teams to C-suite sponsors - throughout the engagement lifecycle Develop and maintain detailed project plans, risk registers, issue logs, and status reports; proactively surface risks and drive resolution before they become escalations Lead structured project governance - including weekly status meetings, monthly steering committee sessions, and go/no-go decision processes - in alignment with Sovos delivery methodology Manage project scope rigorously; identify, document, and drive change orders when client requests exceed agreed SOW boundaries Coordinate cross-functional Sovos resources - Solution Consultants, Technical Consultants, SAP specialists, Regulatory, and Product - to deliver against project commitments Track and report project hours against PS retainer balances; proactively communicate burn-down status and initiate retainer expansion conversations at appropriate thresholds Ensure all project data, time entries, and status records are accurately maintained in Cloud Coach and Sovos project management tooling in real time Manage Hypercare periods post-go-live and execute formal project handover to Sovos Customer Support Contribute to the continuous improvement of PS delivery methodology, SOW templates, onboarding playbooks, and project governance frameworks Provide structured feedback to Product Management on implementation patterns, recurring defects, and enhancement opportunities observed across the client portfolio What We Need From You: 7+ years of project management experience, with at least 4 years delivering enterprise SaaS implementations in a client-facing Professional Services environment Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder implementations in the tax compliance, e-invoicing, VAT, or regulatory technology space - this is a differentiating requirement Proven track record managing projects with enterprise clients (500M+ revenue) across multiple countries and time zones concurrently Experience with SAP-integrated implementations (SAP ECC, S/4HANA, or Process Orchestration) is strongly preferred Hands on experience with retainer-based PS engagements, including scope management, change order discipline, and hour burn down governance Familiarity with EMEA e-invoicing mandates - including France (PPF/PDP), Germany (XRechnung/Peppol), Poland (KSeF), and/or Turkey (e-Fatura/e-Arşiv) - is a significant advantage Exceptional stakeholder management - able to build trust with client executives and navigate competing priorities without losing delivery momentum Strong commercial acumen - understands the relationship between project delivery, revenue recognition, and margin, and manages accordingly Proactive risk management mindset - identifies and escalates issues early, documents decisions, and drives accountability without being asked Clear, structured communicator - written and verbal - capable of adapting tone and detail level for technical teams, client project managers, and executive sponsors alike Comfortable operating with ambiguity and driving clarity in fast-moving, multi-mandate environments where priorities can shift quickly Proficiency with project management tooling (e.g. Cloud Coach, Salesforce, Jira, or equivalent PSA/CRM platforms PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification preferred Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field; equivalent experience considered Fluency in English required; proficiency in French, German, Dutch, Spanish, or Polish is a meaningful advantage given the client base What Does Sovos Offer You? The tools to enhance your life - because we want you to enjoy your life outside of work and inside! An opportunity to work with a global team Bi-Weekly Meeting Free Days! Mentoring Programs Globally recognised Training and Development programs Benefits Sovos is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment that celebrates diversity and where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate against race, color, religions, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic provided by law. At Sovos, all employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Company Background Sovos is a global provider of tax, compliance and trust solutions and services that enable businesses to navigate an increasingly regulated world with true confidence. Purpose-built for always-on compliance capabilities, our scalable IT-driven solutions meet the demands of an evolving and complex global regulatory landscape. Sovos' cloud-based software platform provides an unparalleled level of integration with business applications and government compliance processes. More than 100,000 customers in 100+ countries - including half the Fortune 500 - trust Sovos for their compliance needs. Sovos annually processes more than three billion transactions across 19,000 global tax jurisdictions. Bolstered by a robust partner program more than 400 strong, Sovos brings to bear an unrivaled global network for companies across industries and geographies. Founded in 1979, Sovos has operations across the Americas and Europe, and is owned by Hg and TA Associates. visit and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
Business Change Specialist Cookies on BT.comWe use cookies to do things like remember what you've added to your shopping basket, offer live chat support and show you content we think you'll be interested in. If you're happy with the use of cookies by BT and selected partners, click OK.View profileEmployee Login Early Careers Our Teams About BT Group Search rolesJob DescriptionJob Title: Business Change SpecialistReq ID: 58679Job Function: Business OperationsPosting Start Date: 20/07/2026Posting End Date: 03/08/2026Division: DigitalJob Location: GBR Bristol - Assembly, GBR-Birmingham-Three Snowhill, GBR-London-BTHQ One BrahamAdvertised Salary: Competitive plus great benefitsJob Req ID:Posting Date:Function:Location:Salary: About the role This role leads large-scale Finance and Digital transformation change autonomously, shaping not only what changes, but how people behave and work as a result. You will operate as a senior change authority across complex programmes, combining delivery leadership with cultural transformation.You will design, lead and land behavioural, operational and cultural change at scale, influencing senior leaders, embedding data-led adoption, and ensuring change delivers measurable business outcomes. This is a highly visible role, trusted to operate independently, challenge constructively, and set the standard for change excellence.Finance transformation succeeds only when people adopt new ways of working. This role ensures that strategic, digital and AI-led change translates into sustained behavioural and cultural shifts across BT.You will: • Enable adoption of complex Finance and Digital change across thousands of colleagues • Embed new behaviours, mindsets and ways of working-not just new systems • Act as a senior advisor to leaders, shaping decisions that have long-term organisational impact • Set the cultural conditions for agile, customer-centric and data-driven Finance operationsThis role can be based in London, Bristol or Birmingham and our hybrid working model means you are expected to be in the office 3 days per week. This role closes for applications on 03/08/26. What you'll be doing You will be part of a small but friendly team. The team drives change management across finance and corporate units digital initiatives, with a focus on emerging areas such as AI adoption and digital transformation. They serve as early adopters and drivers of organizational change initiatives, embedding change expertise within finance programs and enabling broader digital workplace and security functions.The role involves working on large-scale programs with significant organizational impact, providing meaningful and varied work across different technologies and business areas. Change & Transformation Leadership • Lead end-to-end change strategies for high-profile Finance and Digital transformation programmes, operating autonomously with minimal oversight • Own the change approach across programmes, ensuring alignment to business strategy, cultural outcomes and transformation goals • Provide confident senior challenge and assurance to programme and executive leaders Cultural & Behavioural Change • Design and embed behavioural change strategies that drive sustainable adoption, accountability and new ways of working • Shape cultural outcomes aligned to agility, customer focus, data-led decision making and continuous improvement • Influence leadership behaviours to reinforce and role-model change Data-Led Adoption & Value Realisation • Define, track and act on clear adoption, readiness and behavioural KPIs • Use insight and data to diagnose adoption risks, target interventions and demonstrate business value • Ensure change activity delivers measurable outcomes, not just activity Agile & AI-Enabled Change • Lead change within agile delivery models and tribe structures, ensuring change keeps pace with delivery • Act as a subject-matter expert in AI-enabled change, including generative AI adoption in Finance • Integrate learning, communications, engagement and leadership actions into a single coherent change plan Stakeholder Influence & Consulting • Build trusted partnerships with senior stakeholders (Director / MD level), acting as a strategic advisor • Influence across complex stakeholder landscapes including vendors, partners, onshore/offshore teams and executive sponsors • Facilitate executive and senior leadership workshops with clear outcomes and decisions Portfolio Oversight & Risk Management • Identify and manage cross-programme risks, dependencies and change saturation across the Finance transformation portfolio • Intervene early where adoption, leadership alignment or cultural readiness is at risk • Coach and develop other change professionals through thought leadership and role modelling Managing a global team • Connecting colleagues across geography's to drive successful change outcomes for the business • Facilitating workshops both in person and virtually Essential Skills / Experience Change & Transformation Expertise • Deep expertise in agile, human-centred and enterprise change management • Proven ability to design and lead change in complex, large-scale Finance or Digital transformations • Confident operating independently in ambiguous, fast-moving environments Leadership & Influence • Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior levels • Ability to challenge constructively, navigate conflict and build alignment • Strong facilitation, storytelling and executive communication skills Data, Insight & Communication • Strong analytical capability, using data to shape decisions and narratives • Ability to translate complex insight into compelling, clear messages for diverse audiences Strong project management skills • Ability to create implement and drive change management plans from initiation through to completion Desirable Skills / Experience Strategic & Commercial Acumen • Strong understanding of business strategy, financial drivers, KPIs and value realisation Design & Culture Change • Experience shaping operating models, ways of working, behaviours and culture Learning & Capability Building • Ability to identify capability gaps and partner with L&D to build targeted learning and enablement Change Management certified e.g., Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP), Change Management Specialist (CMS), Certified Problem and Change Manager (CPCM), Prosci Change Management, BQF certified• Change delivery experience within Financial Services. Knowledge of SAP preferred . Knowledge of financial global processes and financial stakeholder structure impacted by technical and process change. • Change & Communication SME, being able to demonstrate leading change in complex corporate programmes for Digital transformation. Includes stakeholder engagement across multiple functions/organisations, with executive/director level engagement. • Agile programme or project management experience , including planning, adapting plans, managing risks and issues as well as stakeholder management Our Package Tailored benefits make a real difference. That's why we offer a comprehensive range to support your growth, wellbeing, and everyday life.You can design the package to suit you and your lifestyle. Your core benefits include:• 10% on target annual bonus • Access to an online private GP 24/7 for you and your immediate family • Market-leading paid carers leave with up to 2 weeks off • Equalized maternity, paternity, and adoption leave - 18 weeks' full pay and 8 weeks' half pay • Discounted EE and BT products, including mobile and broadband • Market leading Pension scheme - 5% from you and 10% from us • Holiday purchase schemeBT Group is the UK's leading communications group and the holding company behind some of the country's most recognised brands - including BT, EE, Openreach and Plusnet. Our purpose is as simple as it is ambitious: we connect for good. Our customers include consumers, small, medium and large businesses, public sector organisations and other communications providers.BT Group's role is about setting direction, unlocking value and creating the conditions for our brands and businesses to thrive.Having come through the most capital-intensive phase of our fibre investment, our focus now is on what comes next - simplifying how we operate, using technology and AI to work smarter, and organising ourselves to serve customers better and grow sustainably. Group teams shape strategy, policy, brand, capital allocation and transformation, helping the whole organisation perform at its best.We have a singular culture that unites all our people: we are customer-first challengers, who are committed, clear and connected. These behaviours unite us as one team to deliver for our colleagues, our customers, our stakeholders and the country. Joining BT Group means working at the heart of a business that matters to the UK, with the opportunity to shape decisions, influence outcomes and help set the future course of one of the country's most important companies.
26/07/2026
Full time
Business Change Specialist Cookies on BT.comWe use cookies to do things like remember what you've added to your shopping basket, offer live chat support and show you content we think you'll be interested in. If you're happy with the use of cookies by BT and selected partners, click OK.View profileEmployee Login Early Careers Our Teams About BT Group Search rolesJob DescriptionJob Title: Business Change SpecialistReq ID: 58679Job Function: Business OperationsPosting Start Date: 20/07/2026Posting End Date: 03/08/2026Division: DigitalJob Location: GBR Bristol - Assembly, GBR-Birmingham-Three Snowhill, GBR-London-BTHQ One BrahamAdvertised Salary: Competitive plus great benefitsJob Req ID:Posting Date:Function:Location:Salary: About the role This role leads large-scale Finance and Digital transformation change autonomously, shaping not only what changes, but how people behave and work as a result. You will operate as a senior change authority across complex programmes, combining delivery leadership with cultural transformation.You will design, lead and land behavioural, operational and cultural change at scale, influencing senior leaders, embedding data-led adoption, and ensuring change delivers measurable business outcomes. This is a highly visible role, trusted to operate independently, challenge constructively, and set the standard for change excellence.Finance transformation succeeds only when people adopt new ways of working. This role ensures that strategic, digital and AI-led change translates into sustained behavioural and cultural shifts across BT.You will: • Enable adoption of complex Finance and Digital change across thousands of colleagues • Embed new behaviours, mindsets and ways of working-not just new systems • Act as a senior advisor to leaders, shaping decisions that have long-term organisational impact • Set the cultural conditions for agile, customer-centric and data-driven Finance operationsThis role can be based in London, Bristol or Birmingham and our hybrid working model means you are expected to be in the office 3 days per week. This role closes for applications on 03/08/26. What you'll be doing You will be part of a small but friendly team. The team drives change management across finance and corporate units digital initiatives, with a focus on emerging areas such as AI adoption and digital transformation. They serve as early adopters and drivers of organizational change initiatives, embedding change expertise within finance programs and enabling broader digital workplace and security functions.The role involves working on large-scale programs with significant organizational impact, providing meaningful and varied work across different technologies and business areas. Change & Transformation Leadership • Lead end-to-end change strategies for high-profile Finance and Digital transformation programmes, operating autonomously with minimal oversight • Own the change approach across programmes, ensuring alignment to business strategy, cultural outcomes and transformation goals • Provide confident senior challenge and assurance to programme and executive leaders Cultural & Behavioural Change • Design and embed behavioural change strategies that drive sustainable adoption, accountability and new ways of working • Shape cultural outcomes aligned to agility, customer focus, data-led decision making and continuous improvement • Influence leadership behaviours to reinforce and role-model change Data-Led Adoption & Value Realisation • Define, track and act on clear adoption, readiness and behavioural KPIs • Use insight and data to diagnose adoption risks, target interventions and demonstrate business value • Ensure change activity delivers measurable outcomes, not just activity Agile & AI-Enabled Change • Lead change within agile delivery models and tribe structures, ensuring change keeps pace with delivery • Act as a subject-matter expert in AI-enabled change, including generative AI adoption in Finance • Integrate learning, communications, engagement and leadership actions into a single coherent change plan Stakeholder Influence & Consulting • Build trusted partnerships with senior stakeholders (Director / MD level), acting as a strategic advisor • Influence across complex stakeholder landscapes including vendors, partners, onshore/offshore teams and executive sponsors • Facilitate executive and senior leadership workshops with clear outcomes and decisions Portfolio Oversight & Risk Management • Identify and manage cross-programme risks, dependencies and change saturation across the Finance transformation portfolio • Intervene early where adoption, leadership alignment or cultural readiness is at risk • Coach and develop other change professionals through thought leadership and role modelling Managing a global team • Connecting colleagues across geography's to drive successful change outcomes for the business • Facilitating workshops both in person and virtually Essential Skills / Experience Change & Transformation Expertise • Deep expertise in agile, human-centred and enterprise change management • Proven ability to design and lead change in complex, large-scale Finance or Digital transformations • Confident operating independently in ambiguous, fast-moving environments Leadership & Influence • Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior levels • Ability to challenge constructively, navigate conflict and build alignment • Strong facilitation, storytelling and executive communication skills Data, Insight & Communication • Strong analytical capability, using data to shape decisions and narratives • Ability to translate complex insight into compelling, clear messages for diverse audiences Strong project management skills • Ability to create implement and drive change management plans from initiation through to completion Desirable Skills / Experience Strategic & Commercial Acumen • Strong understanding of business strategy, financial drivers, KPIs and value realisation Design & Culture Change • Experience shaping operating models, ways of working, behaviours and culture Learning & Capability Building • Ability to identify capability gaps and partner with L&D to build targeted learning and enablement Change Management certified e.g., Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP), Change Management Specialist (CMS), Certified Problem and Change Manager (CPCM), Prosci Change Management, BQF certified• Change delivery experience within Financial Services. Knowledge of SAP preferred . Knowledge of financial global processes and financial stakeholder structure impacted by technical and process change. • Change & Communication SME, being able to demonstrate leading change in complex corporate programmes for Digital transformation. Includes stakeholder engagement across multiple functions/organisations, with executive/director level engagement. • Agile programme or project management experience , including planning, adapting plans, managing risks and issues as well as stakeholder management Our Package Tailored benefits make a real difference. That's why we offer a comprehensive range to support your growth, wellbeing, and everyday life.You can design the package to suit you and your lifestyle. Your core benefits include:• 10% on target annual bonus • Access to an online private GP 24/7 for you and your immediate family • Market-leading paid carers leave with up to 2 weeks off • Equalized maternity, paternity, and adoption leave - 18 weeks' full pay and 8 weeks' half pay • Discounted EE and BT products, including mobile and broadband • Market leading Pension scheme - 5% from you and 10% from us • Holiday purchase schemeBT Group is the UK's leading communications group and the holding company behind some of the country's most recognised brands - including BT, EE, Openreach and Plusnet. Our purpose is as simple as it is ambitious: we connect for good. Our customers include consumers, small, medium and large businesses, public sector organisations and other communications providers.BT Group's role is about setting direction, unlocking value and creating the conditions for our brands and businesses to thrive.Having come through the most capital-intensive phase of our fibre investment, our focus now is on what comes next - simplifying how we operate, using technology and AI to work smarter, and organising ourselves to serve customers better and grow sustainably. Group teams shape strategy, policy, brand, capital allocation and transformation, helping the whole organisation perform at its best.We have a singular culture that unites all our people: we are customer-first challengers, who are committed, clear and connected. These behaviours unite us as one team to deliver for our colleagues, our customers, our stakeholders and the country. Joining BT Group means working at the heart of a business that matters to the UK, with the opportunity to shape decisions, influence outcomes and help set the future course of one of the country's most important companies.
Build your future with Sovos. If you're seeking a career where innovation meets impact, you've come to the right place. As a global leader, Sovos is transforming tax compliance from a business requirement to a force for growth while revolutionising how businesses navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape. At Sovos, we're dedicated to more than just solving compliance challenges - we're committed to making a positive and lasting difference in everything we do. Our teams operate on the modern edge of digital technology, working not only to solve complex business challenges but also to enrich our personal, professional, and local communities. Our purpose-built systems provide the tools you need to thrive in a world where governments demand increased visibility, faster reporting and greater control over business processes. Excited about the possibilities? So are we! Don't worry if you don't check all the boxes - apply anyway! We're focused on hiring the right people, not just the "right" resume. It's not about what you've done elsewhere; it's all about what you're capable of doing here. The Work You'll Do: We are looking for an Enterprise Project Manager to join our European Professional Services team, with the ability to be based in the United Kingdom, Netherlands, or Spain. This is a senior delivery role for an experienced PM who understands the complexity of enterprise SaaS implementations - and who brings deep familiarity with tax compliance, e-invoicing, or regulatory technology. You will own end-to-end delivery of complex, multi-country e-invoicing and tax compliance implementations for enterprise clients across the EMEA region. You will be the client's primary delivery partner - managing scope, timeline, risk, and stakeholder relationships from kickoff through go-live and Hypercare. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, and your work will directly impact client satisfaction, revenue recognition, and the reputation of Sovos Professional Services in Europe. More specifically, you will: Own end-to-end project delivery for enterprise e-invoicing and tax compliance implementations across multiple EMEA countries simultaneously Serve as the primary point of contact and escalation for client stakeholders - from project teams to C-suite sponsors - throughout the engagement lifecycle Develop and maintain detailed project plans, risk registers, issue logs, and status reports; proactively surface risks and drive resolution before they become escalations Lead structured project governance - including weekly status meetings, monthly steering committee sessions, and go/no-go decision processes - in alignment with Sovos delivery methodology Manage project scope rigorously; identify, document, and drive change orders when client requests exceed agreed SOW boundaries Coordinate cross-functional Sovos resources - Solution Consultants, Technical Consultants, SAP specialists, Regulatory, and Product - to deliver against project commitments Track and report project hours against PS retainer balances; proactively communicate burn-down status and initiate retainer expansion conversations at appropriate thresholds Ensure all project data, time entries, and status records are accurately maintained in Cloud Coach and Sovos project management tooling in real time Manage Hypercare periods post-go-live and execute formal project handover to Sovos Customer Support Contribute to the continuous improvement of PS delivery methodology, SOW templates, onboarding playbooks, and project governance frameworks Provide structured feedback to Product Management on implementation patterns, recurring defects, and enhancement opportunities observed across the client portfolio What We Need From You: 7+ years of project management experience, with at least 4 years delivering enterprise SaaS implementations in a client-facing Professional Services environment Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder implementations in the tax compliance, e-invoicing, VAT, or regulatory technology space - this is a differentiating requirement Proven track record managing projects with enterprise clients (500M+ revenue) across multiple countries and time zones concurrently Experience with SAP-integrated implementations (SAP ECC, S/4HANA, or Process Orchestration) is strongly preferred Hands on experience with retainer-based PS engagements, including scope management, change order discipline, and hour burn down governance Familiarity with EMEA e-invoicing mandates - including France (PPF/PDP), Germany (XRechnung/Peppol), Poland (KSeF), and/or Turkey (e-Fatura/e-Arşiv) - is a significant advantage Exceptional stakeholder management - able to build trust with client executives and navigate competing priorities without losing delivery momentum Strong commercial acumen - understands the relationship between project delivery, revenue recognition, and margin, and manages accordingly Proactive risk management mindset - identifies and escalates issues early, documents decisions, and drives accountability without being asked Clear, structured communicator - written and verbal - capable of adapting tone and detail level for technical teams, client project managers, and executive sponsors alike Comfortable operating with ambiguity and driving clarity in fast-moving, multi-mandate environments where priorities can shift quickly Proficiency with project management tooling (e.g. Cloud Coach, Salesforce, Jira, or equivalent PSA/CRM platforms PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification preferred Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field; equivalent experience considered Fluency in English required; proficiency in French, German, Dutch, Spanish, or Polish is a meaningful advantage given the client base What Does Sovos Offer You? The tools to enhance your life - because we want you to enjoy your life outside of work and inside! An opportunity to work with a global team Bi-Weekly Meeting Free Days! Mentoring Programs Globally recognised Training and Development programs Benefits Sovos is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment that celebrates diversity and where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate against race, color, religions, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic provided by law. At Sovos, all employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Company Background Sovos is a global provider of tax, compliance and trust solutions and services that enable businesses to navigate an increasingly regulated world with true confidence. Purpose-built for always-on compliance capabilities, our scalable IT-driven solutions meet the demands of an evolving and complex global regulatory landscape. Sovos' cloud-based software platform provides an unparalleled level of integration with business applications and government compliance processes. More than 100,000 customers in 100+ countries - including half the Fortune 500 - trust Sovos for their compliance needs. Sovos annually processes more than three billion transactions across 19,000 global tax jurisdictions. Bolstered by a robust partner program more than 400 strong, Sovos brings to bear an unrivaled global network for companies across industries and geographies. Founded in 1979, Sovos has operations across the Americas and Europe, and is owned by Hg and TA Associates. visit and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
26/07/2026
Full time
Build your future with Sovos. If you're seeking a career where innovation meets impact, you've come to the right place. As a global leader, Sovos is transforming tax compliance from a business requirement to a force for growth while revolutionising how businesses navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape. At Sovos, we're dedicated to more than just solving compliance challenges - we're committed to making a positive and lasting difference in everything we do. Our teams operate on the modern edge of digital technology, working not only to solve complex business challenges but also to enrich our personal, professional, and local communities. Our purpose-built systems provide the tools you need to thrive in a world where governments demand increased visibility, faster reporting and greater control over business processes. Excited about the possibilities? So are we! Don't worry if you don't check all the boxes - apply anyway! We're focused on hiring the right people, not just the "right" resume. It's not about what you've done elsewhere; it's all about what you're capable of doing here. The Work You'll Do: We are looking for an Enterprise Project Manager to join our European Professional Services team, with the ability to be based in the United Kingdom, Netherlands, or Spain. This is a senior delivery role for an experienced PM who understands the complexity of enterprise SaaS implementations - and who brings deep familiarity with tax compliance, e-invoicing, or regulatory technology. You will own end-to-end delivery of complex, multi-country e-invoicing and tax compliance implementations for enterprise clients across the EMEA region. You will be the client's primary delivery partner - managing scope, timeline, risk, and stakeholder relationships from kickoff through go-live and Hypercare. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, and your work will directly impact client satisfaction, revenue recognition, and the reputation of Sovos Professional Services in Europe. More specifically, you will: Own end-to-end project delivery for enterprise e-invoicing and tax compliance implementations across multiple EMEA countries simultaneously Serve as the primary point of contact and escalation for client stakeholders - from project teams to C-suite sponsors - throughout the engagement lifecycle Develop and maintain detailed project plans, risk registers, issue logs, and status reports; proactively surface risks and drive resolution before they become escalations Lead structured project governance - including weekly status meetings, monthly steering committee sessions, and go/no-go decision processes - in alignment with Sovos delivery methodology Manage project scope rigorously; identify, document, and drive change orders when client requests exceed agreed SOW boundaries Coordinate cross-functional Sovos resources - Solution Consultants, Technical Consultants, SAP specialists, Regulatory, and Product - to deliver against project commitments Track and report project hours against PS retainer balances; proactively communicate burn-down status and initiate retainer expansion conversations at appropriate thresholds Ensure all project data, time entries, and status records are accurately maintained in Cloud Coach and Sovos project management tooling in real time Manage Hypercare periods post-go-live and execute formal project handover to Sovos Customer Support Contribute to the continuous improvement of PS delivery methodology, SOW templates, onboarding playbooks, and project governance frameworks Provide structured feedback to Product Management on implementation patterns, recurring defects, and enhancement opportunities observed across the client portfolio What We Need From You: 7+ years of project management experience, with at least 4 years delivering enterprise SaaS implementations in a client-facing Professional Services environment Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder implementations in the tax compliance, e-invoicing, VAT, or regulatory technology space - this is a differentiating requirement Proven track record managing projects with enterprise clients (500M+ revenue) across multiple countries and time zones concurrently Experience with SAP-integrated implementations (SAP ECC, S/4HANA, or Process Orchestration) is strongly preferred Hands on experience with retainer-based PS engagements, including scope management, change order discipline, and hour burn down governance Familiarity with EMEA e-invoicing mandates - including France (PPF/PDP), Germany (XRechnung/Peppol), Poland (KSeF), and/or Turkey (e-Fatura/e-Arşiv) - is a significant advantage Exceptional stakeholder management - able to build trust with client executives and navigate competing priorities without losing delivery momentum Strong commercial acumen - understands the relationship between project delivery, revenue recognition, and margin, and manages accordingly Proactive risk management mindset - identifies and escalates issues early, documents decisions, and drives accountability without being asked Clear, structured communicator - written and verbal - capable of adapting tone and detail level for technical teams, client project managers, and executive sponsors alike Comfortable operating with ambiguity and driving clarity in fast-moving, multi-mandate environments where priorities can shift quickly Proficiency with project management tooling (e.g. Cloud Coach, Salesforce, Jira, or equivalent PSA/CRM platforms PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification preferred Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field; equivalent experience considered Fluency in English required; proficiency in French, German, Dutch, Spanish, or Polish is a meaningful advantage given the client base What Does Sovos Offer You? The tools to enhance your life - because we want you to enjoy your life outside of work and inside! An opportunity to work with a global team Bi-Weekly Meeting Free Days! Mentoring Programs Globally recognised Training and Development programs Benefits Sovos is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment that celebrates diversity and where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate against race, color, religions, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic provided by law. At Sovos, all employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Company Background Sovos is a global provider of tax, compliance and trust solutions and services that enable businesses to navigate an increasingly regulated world with true confidence. Purpose-built for always-on compliance capabilities, our scalable IT-driven solutions meet the demands of an evolving and complex global regulatory landscape. Sovos' cloud-based software platform provides an unparalleled level of integration with business applications and government compliance processes. More than 100,000 customers in 100+ countries - including half the Fortune 500 - trust Sovos for their compliance needs. Sovos annually processes more than three billion transactions across 19,000 global tax jurisdictions. Bolstered by a robust partner program more than 400 strong, Sovos brings to bear an unrivaled global network for companies across industries and geographies. Founded in 1979, Sovos has operations across the Americas and Europe, and is owned by Hg and TA Associates. visit and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
Senior Product Manager (Endur) - Specialist - Energy & Commodities Job ID: Turnmill Street London EC1 M5RR United Kingdom Others At Publicis Sapient, we help our clients with their Digital Business Transformation journey. In the energy & commodities trading space, our clients are increasingly investing in the transformation of their digital estate, architecting for speed and agility in the context of the challenges and opportunities brought by the Energy Transition. As Senior Product Manager at Publicis Sapient, you will serve as one of our clients' trusted advisors, assisting our senior client facing leaders in defining, articulating, and executing ETRM product strategy that transforms customer experience and business outcomes. As a Senior Product Manager, you will collaborate with clients and our engineering teams in the energy and commodities trading space, driving transformation by understanding business and end-customer needs and continuously deliver value through rapid release cycles and iterative feedback. Qualifications Your Skills and Experience Demonstrated success managing digital solutions in the ETRM space from ideation to launch, including engineering and operational quality Knowledge and expertise within the energy & commodities industry Hands-on project experience implementing Endur ETRM package Good understanding of end to end processes in physical commodity, trading or banking industry Proven ability to prioritize competing demands and obtain buy-in from stakeholders Strong presentation and communication skills 5+ years' experience in delivering complex business or technology solutions, from solution design to end-to-end system implementation, in the ETRM space Experience in (or a strong desire to learn) techniques and methodologies that maximize flow of value and are deeply rooted in Agile, Lean and continuous delivery principles Set yourself apart with Technical knowledge of database technologies such as SQL, NoSQL, MySQL etc. Experience/knowledge of competing ETRM packages (e.g. Rightangle, Orchestrade, Aspect, Beacon) Additional Information As part of our dedication to an inclusive and diverse workforce, Publicis Sapient is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion Our hybrid work policy requires employees to be present in the office or at client sites for a minimum of 3 days per week (4 days for VP+). We trust our employees to determine what a reasonable commute is for their individual circumstances. Whilst we embrace flexibility, it s essential that this commute allows you to comfortably fulfil the in-office/client site expectations of the policy. We encourage you to consider your personal circumstances and commute when evaluating if this work arrangement is suitable Publicis Sapient UK is a disability confident employer and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. We encourage individuals with disabilities and long-term conditions to apply for this position and we will provide adjustments where possible throughout the recruitment process. Publicis Sapient is a digital transformation partner helping established organizations get to their future, digitally enabled state, both in the way they work and the way they serve their customers. We help unlock value through a start-up mindset and modern methods, fusing strategy, consulting, and customer experience with agile engineering and problem-solving creativity. United by our core values and our purpose of helping people thrive in the brave pursuit of the next, our 20,000+ people in 53 offices around the world combine experience across technology, data sciences, consulting, and customer obsession to accelerate our clients' businesses through designing the products and services their customers truly value.
26/07/2026
Full time
Senior Product Manager (Endur) - Specialist - Energy & Commodities Job ID: Turnmill Street London EC1 M5RR United Kingdom Others At Publicis Sapient, we help our clients with their Digital Business Transformation journey. In the energy & commodities trading space, our clients are increasingly investing in the transformation of their digital estate, architecting for speed and agility in the context of the challenges and opportunities brought by the Energy Transition. As Senior Product Manager at Publicis Sapient, you will serve as one of our clients' trusted advisors, assisting our senior client facing leaders in defining, articulating, and executing ETRM product strategy that transforms customer experience and business outcomes. As a Senior Product Manager, you will collaborate with clients and our engineering teams in the energy and commodities trading space, driving transformation by understanding business and end-customer needs and continuously deliver value through rapid release cycles and iterative feedback. Qualifications Your Skills and Experience Demonstrated success managing digital solutions in the ETRM space from ideation to launch, including engineering and operational quality Knowledge and expertise within the energy & commodities industry Hands-on project experience implementing Endur ETRM package Good understanding of end to end processes in physical commodity, trading or banking industry Proven ability to prioritize competing demands and obtain buy-in from stakeholders Strong presentation and communication skills 5+ years' experience in delivering complex business or technology solutions, from solution design to end-to-end system implementation, in the ETRM space Experience in (or a strong desire to learn) techniques and methodologies that maximize flow of value and are deeply rooted in Agile, Lean and continuous delivery principles Set yourself apart with Technical knowledge of database technologies such as SQL, NoSQL, MySQL etc. Experience/knowledge of competing ETRM packages (e.g. Rightangle, Orchestrade, Aspect, Beacon) Additional Information As part of our dedication to an inclusive and diverse workforce, Publicis Sapient is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion Our hybrid work policy requires employees to be present in the office or at client sites for a minimum of 3 days per week (4 days for VP+). We trust our employees to determine what a reasonable commute is for their individual circumstances. Whilst we embrace flexibility, it s essential that this commute allows you to comfortably fulfil the in-office/client site expectations of the policy. We encourage you to consider your personal circumstances and commute when evaluating if this work arrangement is suitable Publicis Sapient UK is a disability confident employer and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. We encourage individuals with disabilities and long-term conditions to apply for this position and we will provide adjustments where possible throughout the recruitment process. Publicis Sapient is a digital transformation partner helping established organizations get to their future, digitally enabled state, both in the way they work and the way they serve their customers. We help unlock value through a start-up mindset and modern methods, fusing strategy, consulting, and customer experience with agile engineering and problem-solving creativity. United by our core values and our purpose of helping people thrive in the brave pursuit of the next, our 20,000+ people in 53 offices around the world combine experience across technology, data sciences, consulting, and customer obsession to accelerate our clients' businesses through designing the products and services their customers truly value.
Principal Business Development Manager, ProServe ACDC Job ID: AWS EMEA SARL (UK Branch) - F93 The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Professional Services (ProServe) ACDC team is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to join our team. In this role you'll lead engagements through negotiation and contractual closure for transformational, strategic, large, complex, and/or highly competitive opportunities. You will be responsible for driving AWS Professional Services contracts (ProServe Orders (PSOs , understanding and defining business outcomes, building trust and managing deal cycles end to end. You will remain engaged in sales to delivery handover to ensure that we are delivering the agreed customer business outcomes as outlined in the PSO. This highly visible role will own engagement with customer C-level executives, IT teams, and multiple lines of business to achieve business outcomes, increase the adoption of AWS services, and to enable private pricing, go-to-market, pan-Amazon, and other strategic relationships. The ProServe ACDC Business Development Manager will be expected to collaborate with AWS Strategic Customer Engagement (SCE) teams, ProServe Account Executives, Delivery Consultants and Account Teams to drive customer success and business growth. This is a fast-paced environment, requiring adaptability and the ability to manage multiple complex engagements in parallel. Your experience in selling services within the technology/consulting sector, will equip you with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value for customers. You will demonstrate proficiency in business development, executing sales methodologies, bid management and managing CRM systems coupled with strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities. Performance will be measured against key metrics including but not limited to Revenue, Billable Bookings, and deal cycle duration. Key job responsibilities Leading business development efforts by engaging customers and driving multiple high-value engagements simultaneously Collaborating with Amazon Global Sales (AGS) representatives to Lead project planning, scheduling, and coordination to ensure timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. Creating proposals, securing customer sign-off on Statements of Work (SOWs), and ensure successful project delivery Advocating for customers while balancing AWS business objectives Provide leadership, direction, and coaching to project teams, enhancing their capabilities and ensuring high performance. Develop and implement risk management plans to mitigate project risks and demand plans to ensure smooth project execution. About the team The ACDC program is designed for customers ready to make a substantial move to AWS, enabling them to migrate and modernize more quickly, cost-effectively and securely than previously possible. The ACDC program applies a holistic approach, providing tailored support and bespoke investments to customers in exchange for longer term contractual commitment to migrate, modernize and maintain workloads on AWS. The AWS Professional Services organization is a global team of experts that help customers realize their desired business outcomes when using the AWS Cloud. We work together with customer teams and the AWS Partner Network (APN) to execute enterprise cloud computing initiatives. Our team provides assistance through a collection of offerings which help customers achieve specific outcomes related to enterprise cloud adoption. We also deliver focused guidance through our global specialty practices, which cover a variety of solutions, technologies, and industries. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math, or a related field Experience managing and delivering large-scale enterprise IT projects Experience with IT compliance and risk management requirements (e.g. security, privacy, SOX, HIPAA etc.) Experience with software development life cycle (sdlc) and agile/iterative methodologies Knowledge of AWS services including compute, storage, networking, security, databases, machine learning, and serverless technologies Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of compliance and security standards across the enterprise IT landscape Experience implementing AWS services in a variety of distributed computing environments Experience managing executive customer relationships and key business stakeholders Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (like TOGAF, Zachman) and identifying the relationships between business services, information, applications and global infrastructure assets Experience with enterprise systems including SAP, Oracle, and custom applications Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
26/07/2026
Full time
Principal Business Development Manager, ProServe ACDC Job ID: AWS EMEA SARL (UK Branch) - F93 The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Professional Services (ProServe) ACDC team is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to join our team. In this role you'll lead engagements through negotiation and contractual closure for transformational, strategic, large, complex, and/or highly competitive opportunities. You will be responsible for driving AWS Professional Services contracts (ProServe Orders (PSOs , understanding and defining business outcomes, building trust and managing deal cycles end to end. You will remain engaged in sales to delivery handover to ensure that we are delivering the agreed customer business outcomes as outlined in the PSO. This highly visible role will own engagement with customer C-level executives, IT teams, and multiple lines of business to achieve business outcomes, increase the adoption of AWS services, and to enable private pricing, go-to-market, pan-Amazon, and other strategic relationships. The ProServe ACDC Business Development Manager will be expected to collaborate with AWS Strategic Customer Engagement (SCE) teams, ProServe Account Executives, Delivery Consultants and Account Teams to drive customer success and business growth. This is a fast-paced environment, requiring adaptability and the ability to manage multiple complex engagements in parallel. Your experience in selling services within the technology/consulting sector, will equip you with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value for customers. You will demonstrate proficiency in business development, executing sales methodologies, bid management and managing CRM systems coupled with strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities. Performance will be measured against key metrics including but not limited to Revenue, Billable Bookings, and deal cycle duration. Key job responsibilities Leading business development efforts by engaging customers and driving multiple high-value engagements simultaneously Collaborating with Amazon Global Sales (AGS) representatives to Lead project planning, scheduling, and coordination to ensure timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. Creating proposals, securing customer sign-off on Statements of Work (SOWs), and ensure successful project delivery Advocating for customers while balancing AWS business objectives Provide leadership, direction, and coaching to project teams, enhancing their capabilities and ensuring high performance. Develop and implement risk management plans to mitigate project risks and demand plans to ensure smooth project execution. About the team The ACDC program is designed for customers ready to make a substantial move to AWS, enabling them to migrate and modernize more quickly, cost-effectively and securely than previously possible. The ACDC program applies a holistic approach, providing tailored support and bespoke investments to customers in exchange for longer term contractual commitment to migrate, modernize and maintain workloads on AWS. The AWS Professional Services organization is a global team of experts that help customers realize their desired business outcomes when using the AWS Cloud. We work together with customer teams and the AWS Partner Network (APN) to execute enterprise cloud computing initiatives. Our team provides assistance through a collection of offerings which help customers achieve specific outcomes related to enterprise cloud adoption. We also deliver focused guidance through our global specialty practices, which cover a variety of solutions, technologies, and industries. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math, or a related field Experience managing and delivering large-scale enterprise IT projects Experience with IT compliance and risk management requirements (e.g. security, privacy, SOX, HIPAA etc.) Experience with software development life cycle (sdlc) and agile/iterative methodologies Knowledge of AWS services including compute, storage, networking, security, databases, machine learning, and serverless technologies Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of compliance and security standards across the enterprise IT landscape Experience implementing AWS services in a variety of distributed computing environments Experience managing executive customer relationships and key business stakeholders Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (like TOGAF, Zachman) and identifying the relationships between business services, information, applications and global infrastructure assets Experience with enterprise systems including SAP, Oracle, and custom applications Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
ASP.Net Developer - MVC - Nottingham - ITS ASHES GOLD - 45K Location: East Midlands Industry: IT Salary: £40000 - £45000 per annum + Pension, Flexi-time Posted: 18/08/2015 Description ASP.NET Developer Job, C#, VB.net, Web development, MVC .NET, Microsoft Stack, DotNet, Cloud/SAAS, Developer, Programmer, Engineer - Nottingham 45K + Bens (including flexi-time) Just as we get ready to smash the Aussies out the park during the 5th Ashes Test I have an ASP.Net Developer role that will also kick all others into touch - A thriving software provider with excellent staff retention urgently requires an experienced .NET Developer to work with the latest technologies on Cloud Development and Enterprise solutions. A privately owned organisation, our client is seeking an experienced ASP.NET MVC Programmer to work on an exciting range of new products (as well as legacy) to take their market by storm. This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent Software Engineer specialising in web .Net solutions to join a newly formed team to innovate and develop their unique systems. To be considered for this role you will be familiar with the following: C# 3.5 - 4.5 MVC 2+ TDD Moq, MSTest/NUnit Knowledge of Design Patterns, Object Oriented Design principles Experience of SAAS (not essential) SQL Server Agile Methodology Too busy to read any more of this advert then text/email/call for a job spec and company detail . The Role is based in the East Midlands and will see the .NET Developer work with a range of demanding and challenging projects that will naturally enhance your development and programming skills. The role is paying up to £45K and is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to kick on with their career and remain challenged throughout the duration of their stay with the company. If you love autonomy then this role will suit you down to a tee as the hiring manager puts a lot of trust in his developers and will give you as much freedom or hand holding that you require to get the job done but also be happy in your role. This role is easily commutable from Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, and most places in the East Midlands. The company have a modern office facility reachable via public transport. This is a demanding role, designed for the best .NET (C#/ VB/ ASP) Developers out there and the potential rewards, enjoyment & progression that come attached to this role are unrivalled. Interested in applying? Please send your CV ASAP for immediate consideration. Candidates of all ages and backgrounds will be considered for this role. Ascent People is acting as an employment agency in respect of this vacancy. Recruiter Jo Bevington Phone: Email:
26/07/2026
Full time
ASP.Net Developer - MVC - Nottingham - ITS ASHES GOLD - 45K Location: East Midlands Industry: IT Salary: £40000 - £45000 per annum + Pension, Flexi-time Posted: 18/08/2015 Description ASP.NET Developer Job, C#, VB.net, Web development, MVC .NET, Microsoft Stack, DotNet, Cloud/SAAS, Developer, Programmer, Engineer - Nottingham 45K + Bens (including flexi-time) Just as we get ready to smash the Aussies out the park during the 5th Ashes Test I have an ASP.Net Developer role that will also kick all others into touch - A thriving software provider with excellent staff retention urgently requires an experienced .NET Developer to work with the latest technologies on Cloud Development and Enterprise solutions. A privately owned organisation, our client is seeking an experienced ASP.NET MVC Programmer to work on an exciting range of new products (as well as legacy) to take their market by storm. This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent Software Engineer specialising in web .Net solutions to join a newly formed team to innovate and develop their unique systems. To be considered for this role you will be familiar with the following: C# 3.5 - 4.5 MVC 2+ TDD Moq, MSTest/NUnit Knowledge of Design Patterns, Object Oriented Design principles Experience of SAAS (not essential) SQL Server Agile Methodology Too busy to read any more of this advert then text/email/call for a job spec and company detail . The Role is based in the East Midlands and will see the .NET Developer work with a range of demanding and challenging projects that will naturally enhance your development and programming skills. The role is paying up to £45K and is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to kick on with their career and remain challenged throughout the duration of their stay with the company. If you love autonomy then this role will suit you down to a tee as the hiring manager puts a lot of trust in his developers and will give you as much freedom or hand holding that you require to get the job done but also be happy in your role. This role is easily commutable from Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, and most places in the East Midlands. The company have a modern office facility reachable via public transport. This is a demanding role, designed for the best .NET (C#/ VB/ ASP) Developers out there and the potential rewards, enjoyment & progression that come attached to this role are unrivalled. Interested in applying? Please send your CV ASAP for immediate consideration. Candidates of all ages and backgrounds will be considered for this role. Ascent People is acting as an employment agency in respect of this vacancy. Recruiter Jo Bevington Phone: Email:
Business Analyst - Nottingham (Payroll / Pensions / CIPP) Location: East Midlands Industry: IT Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum + pension, health, 28 days holiday Posted: 28/05/2015 Payroll Business Analyst, International Payroll Consultant, Payroll Manager, HR Business Analyst, BA, HR, IPPM, CIPP, Pensions, Human Resources, HRIS/HRMS/HCM Software, Client Facing, Requirements Gathering - Nottingham 45-55K Bang on the money with this Payroll Business Analyst role. Our East Midlands client is proud to be one of the fastest growing software houses in the UK. They offer endless opportunity for progression and reward hard work. Having invested hugely in the development of international software products we are looking for someone who has international and UK payroll experience. This experience could have been gained whilst working as a Consultant, Business Analyst, Payroll Manager or Functional Consultant as long as you have the knowledge of Payroll and/or Pensions then we would like to hear from you. It's all about attitude and enthusiasm in this domain. Your project experience will have found you working on large scale international HR & Payroll builds or implementations working with software such as: Oracle PeopleSoft Workday SAP As a Payroll Business Analyst / Process Analyst you will bring a strong understanding of designing HRIS and/or Payroll / Pensions solutions. You will form part of a very strong BA team and work alongside developers, testers and architects. Key words: Payroll Pensions Global Business Analyst Systems Analyst Process Analyst Gap Analysis Payroll management Design ISEB / SSADM / UML Requirements Gathering User meetings / Customer workshops Analysis Tools / Development - Software Development environment I challenge you to find a more interesting and exciting company to work with in the East Midlands right now. A Microsoft gold partner working on greenfield solutions all to go live soon. A British success story with a history spanning 30 years and even more promising future. A competitive salary; 45-55K, 25 days holiday and a healthy benefits package including flexi-time. Strong career progression and a great team environment. Ascent People are acting as an Employment agency for this role. Candidates of all ages and backgrounds will be for this position. Jo Bevington Phone: Email:
26/07/2026
Full time
Business Analyst - Nottingham (Payroll / Pensions / CIPP) Location: East Midlands Industry: IT Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum + pension, health, 28 days holiday Posted: 28/05/2015 Payroll Business Analyst, International Payroll Consultant, Payroll Manager, HR Business Analyst, BA, HR, IPPM, CIPP, Pensions, Human Resources, HRIS/HRMS/HCM Software, Client Facing, Requirements Gathering - Nottingham 45-55K Bang on the money with this Payroll Business Analyst role. Our East Midlands client is proud to be one of the fastest growing software houses in the UK. They offer endless opportunity for progression and reward hard work. Having invested hugely in the development of international software products we are looking for someone who has international and UK payroll experience. This experience could have been gained whilst working as a Consultant, Business Analyst, Payroll Manager or Functional Consultant as long as you have the knowledge of Payroll and/or Pensions then we would like to hear from you. It's all about attitude and enthusiasm in this domain. Your project experience will have found you working on large scale international HR & Payroll builds or implementations working with software such as: Oracle PeopleSoft Workday SAP As a Payroll Business Analyst / Process Analyst you will bring a strong understanding of designing HRIS and/or Payroll / Pensions solutions. You will form part of a very strong BA team and work alongside developers, testers and architects. Key words: Payroll Pensions Global Business Analyst Systems Analyst Process Analyst Gap Analysis Payroll management Design ISEB / SSADM / UML Requirements Gathering User meetings / Customer workshops Analysis Tools / Development - Software Development environment I challenge you to find a more interesting and exciting company to work with in the East Midlands right now. A Microsoft gold partner working on greenfield solutions all to go live soon. A British success story with a history spanning 30 years and even more promising future. A competitive salary; 45-55K, 25 days holiday and a healthy benefits package including flexi-time. Strong career progression and a great team environment. Ascent People are acting as an Employment agency for this role. Candidates of all ages and backgrounds will be for this position. Jo Bevington Phone: Email:
