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Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: To design and implement software solutions for underwater robotics applications in line with the company's business needs through innovation, creativity and professionalism. Able to demonstrate expertise and experience in software used on industrial/vehicle/vessel systems. Reporting to the Software Manager the Software Lead role involves taking responsibility for the delivery of projects and leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically complex software projects for subsea vehicles and associated robotic functions. Typically requiring input from several differing software and engineering disciplines and supporting functions the software lead is able to bind these inputs together to successfully deliver the software content for Saab products. Qualifications and Skills: Required skills: A minimum of 7 years' experience as a Senior Engineer. A Degree in a relevant Engineering Discipline. Broad understanding of software from embedded though to applications Leading multi-disciplined teams of software engineers Able to develop a software architecture for complex systems from scratch Sound understanding of modern software methods and technologies Able to maintain a system level approach and not get lost in the detail Able to develop system level requirements and derive lower level requirements to achieve these Sound understanding of safety concepts and design Able to interface directly with customers Able to act as a technical authority Able to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Able to estimate work content and duration Able to plan work loading for teams ensuring no team member is overloaded Able to develop and instigate processes to ensure industry best practice is achieved Able to ensure appropriate levels of Software Quality are achieved for projects Able to mentor and develop junior engineers Ability to delegate tasks Able to manage resources and budgets Practical understanding of standards and application of standards Appreciation of Cyber Security and the impacts on design In addition, you will be Able to demonstrate software skills in some of the following technologies on both Windows and Linux: C++ Javascript Python XML JSON HTML CSS Web backend servers (Angular, Django, NodeJS, React, Apache or similar) Web Sockets Docker TCP-IP / UDP SQL or other databases Dev tools (Wireshark, system log interrogation etc ) Databases Cyber Security Desirable: Exposure to IP video and video routing Familiarity in design and testing of control software Familiarity with Systems serving Real Time Information via Web Sockets Use of DDS and interfacing with it Message Queues (Active MQ/Rabbit MQ/ZeroMQ) GUI Development experience (.Net GUI framework, Qt 6.2 or previous versions) Developing and debugging software for application software in Visual studio (2013, 2017, 2022) Customer facing API's using web technologies By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer Annual Salary: £45,000 Location: Abingdon We are seeking a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer to work for our client based in Abingdon - This role involves the implementation and ongoing management of their IT infrastructure across both on-premises and Azure cloud environments. The ideal candidate will be a proactive professional capable of leading projects from concept to completion and ensuring the delivery of robust, secure, and scalable infrastructure solutions. Day-to-day of the role: Implement and maintain hybrid infrastructure solutions (Azure + on-prem) that meet performance, security, and compliance requirements. Manage and optimise Windows Server, SQL Server, and Azure environments including Virtual Machines, Networking, Storage, Backup, and Monitoring. Maintain and secure Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and Azure AD (Entra ID) synchronisation. Ensure high availability and resilience across all servers, networks, and databases supporting business-critical applications. Deliver advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex infrastructure issues. Proactively identify opportunities for improvement, automation, and optimisation across all infrastructure areas. Maintain alignment with Cyber Essentials Plus & GDPR, implement and manage endpoint protection, patch management, and vulnerability remediation. Ensure data protection and system continuity through effective backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning. Automate deployment and maintenance tasks using PowerShell, Azure Automation, or equivalent tools. Maintain infrastructure observability through tools and optimise cost, performance, and utilisation of Azure and on-prem resources. Required Skills & Qualifications: 10+ years hands-on experience in IT infrastructure roles, with at least 5 years in a senior or lead capacity. Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure IaaS & PaaS, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, Windows Server , and SQL Server administration. Deep understanding of LAN/WAN design, VLANs, VPNs, routing, switching, and firewall management. Experience with Microsoft 365, Intune, and Endpoint Manager. Advanced PowerShell scripting and automation skills. Proven experience managing secure environments aligned with Cyber Essentials Plus or ISO 27001. Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and deliver projects to completion with minimal supervision. Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience. Desirable certifications include Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) or Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305), MCSE, CompTIA Network+, ITIL Foundation. If you are interested in this position please apply online or for more information please contact me on

Robert Half have partnered on an exclsuive basis with a Global Manufacturing organisation based in Newport to recruit a Senior IT Manager on a permanent basis. Role Summary A global manufacturing organisation is seeking a Senior IT Manager to lead IT service delivery across a critical production site and associated remote locations. This role is accountable for ensuring the stability, security, and continuous improvement of IT systems supporting a 24/7 manufacturing environment . The position combines leadership of the IT Operations function with hands-on technical oversight and project delivery , working closely with both local stakeholders and global IT functions to drive operational excellence and technology innovation. Key Responsibilities Take full ownership of IT service delivery across a manufacturing site and associated remote offices Lead, develop, and mentor a local IT team, ensuring high performance and continuous capability development Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and business stakeholders to deliver IT solutions that enhance production efficiency and reliability Align local IT operations with global IT strategy, standards, and initiatives Set priorities, allocate resources, and lead the delivery of IT projects and continuous improvement initiatives Oversee and maintain core IT infrastructure, including: Virtualisation platforms (e.g. VMware) Windows Server environments Network infrastructure (LAN/WAN) Ensure robust IT security, risk management, and compliance across all systems Support and optimise IT systems critical to manufacturing operations, ensuring minimal downtime Manage IT budgets, resource planning, and vendor relationships where applicable Provide reporting and governance into regional and global IT leadership Skills & Experience Required Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline Minimum 10 years' experience in IT , including significant leadership experience (4+ years managing teams) Demonstrable experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment (essential) Strong understanding of IT requirements in 24/7, production-critical environments Technical expertise in: Microsoft Active Directory and cloud services Data centre infrastructure and operations Network infrastructure and services Experience with manufacturing systems (e.g. MES, SCADA, or plant systems) is highly desirable Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Key Attributes Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to technical leadership Strong leadership and team development capabilities Proactive, resilient, and results-driven Deep appreciation of uptime, reliability, and operational continuity in manufacturing Experience working within a global, matrixed organisation Salary/logistics £70,000-£75,000 + additional benefits The role is 5 days a week on site in Newport as standard so please only apply if you are comfortable with the travel commitments. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons To ensure our services and applications are fit for the modern market, our IT team collaborates with every department. They develop, they explore and they implement the new ideas helping us to change the future of accounting, tax and business consulting. But, just as importantly, they maintain the tech that keeps us advancing. By testing and adopting the future of financial technical solutions, they find new and exciting ways to drive us forward. And you could too. In an IT role at BDO, you'll become part of a team that act as the backbone for our business. No matter who you are or what your skillset is, we'll give you the training and support you need to achieve whatever you put your mind to. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. BDO has ideas at the heart of what it does - "Ideas, People, Trust" is our tagline. This position will help transform those ideas into tangible and demonstrable innovation and change within the company and with our clients, often through digital services and products. You will be helping build the BDO of the Future. Basically, turning ideas into reality. In this role you'll: Help drive innovation - both mindset and practical delivery - throughout BDO's 8,000 employees and at all levels. Help the business areas create and define new opportunities, innovations and assess whether digital products can help deliver benefits for these areas. Help the business define the benefits of the change, short and long term, tangible and intangible and assess priority. Help to administer the internal innovation platform for all users, including helping people set innovation challenges and managing the ideas generated. Assist the Product Owner where required in our Agile/SCRUM development process, and interface into our internal and external development teams. Ensure the product is complete - i.e. the business strategy, the product specification, the business case and the technical requirements match the delivered solution, both commercially and technically. Liaise with the Business Relationship Managers to help manage the pipeline of incoming products, PoCs/prototypes and technology requests. Support them with captivating content to extend the reach of innovation within business units. Help manage the firm's innovation community to communicate our product roadmap, and help develop new ideas and possible products. Help arrange and deliver learning and training across a range of skills and levels, in order to increase uptake of delivered innovation, and to improve our Digital Mindset and client experience. You'll be someone with: A passion for innovation and product development, from concept to delivery to ownership, with a demonstrable track record of successful products. The ability to champion ideas, innovation, digital, mobile and AI in a professional services environment. The ability to contribute to all aspects of digital product development, incl. business planning, costs/revenue projections, marketing/comms, operational planning, product requirements (including writing epics/features/stories and managing the product backlog), liaising with development teams and solution architects, change control, project timescales and costs, UX/UI and digital design, customer feedback and co-creation. Excellent knowledge of digital and mobile product creation, with attention to detail and the desire for products to look fantastic and delight customers. The ability to work with both internal delivery teams and external suppliers (including scouting, selection, managing commercial terms as well as actual delivery). The ability to manage challenging ideas full lifecycle, i.e. from idea to product. Product Management and Product Owner experience and qualifications. Knowledge of the professional services sector, specifically accountancy areas of tax, audit and advisory, and the associated trends and products (desirable) Knowledge of innovation and product development lifecycles, product design and delivery methodology The ability to organise product portfolio and manage backlog of change. General agile delivery and management skills. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Software Engineering Manager - Services About this role Capital One is looking for a Software Engineering Manager to join us in our London office. You will have previous experience of leading a Software Engineering team and be passionate about people and technical leadership. What you'll do Be a differential people leader. Literally . We expect you to coach and nurture your engineers and make a material positive difference to their careers and impact on the business. Bring technical leadership to your team. We don't require you to code, but we do expect you to stay close to your team's work, set a high bar for engineering, understand technical risks and influence architectural thinking and decisions. Bring context and purpose to your team. You will ensure your team understands the why behind the work they do, and you will be intentional about how you own and shape culture. Own ways of working and deliveries, partnering with your Product Owner and Change Delivery Lead to shape roadmaps and lead frequent delivery of high quality software in a complex regulatory environment Own one or more business applications, keeping them well-managed and compliant with the high bar set by the business Be a manager for the business , elevating your thinking beyond your immediate team. You'll represent the interests and context of the business to your engineers, and help make the environment beyond your immediate team a better place. What we're looking for An approachable and inquisitive problem-solving leader, with a focus on the why, and a passion for growing people, nurturing culture and leading technical delivery to help us get things done and make things better in a complex, regulatory environment. We are looking for: Previous experience in leading teams, growing engineers and dealing with conflict, constructively and collaboratively Previous experience of having been an experienced software engineer, and somebody who remains comfortable with technology, architectural decisions and technical trade-offs Previous experience in our backend tech stack - Java, Spring, AWS and who is a strong advocate of tight feedback loops through mechanisms including, but not limited to automated tests, CI/CD pipelines and frequent releases A balance of self-reflection and bias for action Strong ownership and excellent communication A drive for positive, proactive impact We understand that great engineering managers may not have everything listed here, and that is OK. If you believe you can make a difference, lead a happy & high-performing engineering team and you have the drive to make a positive impact on the business, we'd love to hear from you. What's in it for you: A people and technical leadership role in an engineering organisation that actively values excellence and doing the right thing, in a business that cares for its associates and has interesting problems to solve around growth, security, availability and performance in a highly regulated space. A learning environment with access to many excellent resources including online technical courses and in-person leadership training A competitive salary and immediate access to core benefits including salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% company contribution, bonus, generous holiday entitlement, private medical insurance and flexible benefits including season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspace and facilities designed to inspire and support you. In our (quite beautiful) London office, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) Solve real world problems, navigate ambiguity and deliver on the public cloud (AWS) to drive growth and operational efficiencies in an ambitious and growing UK business Influence change in a complex regulated environment Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.

An amazing opportunity has arisen due to the Ramp up of MBDA deliveries for a Supply Chain Manager/ Supplier Development manager to join ISP in the Sub-Assemblies team. Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments. Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities The opportunity: An opportunity has arisen due to the Ramp up of MBDA deliveries for a Supply Chain Manager/ Supplier Development manager to join ISP in the Sub-Assemblies team. The successful candidate will bring their experience and knowledge to ensure effective Supplier performance, capability & Risk management. As a team, we work across all programmes in MBDA UK in a changing environment, managing and implementing both mature and new technologies. What we're looking for from you: Ideally a degree calibre Supply Chain professional with experience of international working in high technology companies. Experience of supply chain management/ Supplier Development Manager in the Aerospace, Defence or Manufacturing environments with high exposure to machining including capacity and capabilities in the machining and aerospace surface treatments environment. A proven ability to: Demonstrate ability to improve Supplier Performance (Delivery and Quality)using appropriate tools and lean methodologies Capable of carrying out capacity audits which will identify key bottlenecks, yield, resources and sub-tier mapping activities to form an industrial view of supplier Managing a portfolio of suppliers on a day to day basis and reporting into designated project the performance and manage supply chain risks to closure Assess supply chain and suppliers capability to meet MBDA delivery profile for both current state vs Future state Competent in creating/ validating process flows and lead time analysis Hold excellent problem solving skills and understanding of techniques such as DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) to develop and implement root cause analysis and improvement plans within Supply Chain Identify, Escalate and mitigate potential Supply Chain Risks and put in place associated improvement and mitigation plans Conducting analysis and providing/delivering executive summaries Additionally you may be responsible/ assist in department supply chain excellence improvements Interested? Click Apply Now! Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Job Title: Digital Assistant Project Manager / Junior Project Manager Location: Birmingham Salary: 25,000 - 32,000 Per annum Position: Permanent, Full-Time Job Summary: Trading for over a decade, we are a well-established mobile and web app development agency based in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter, delivering innovative technology solutions across a range of industry sectors. Depending on your experience, you will join us as either an Assistant Project Manager or a Junior Project Manager within our Project Team. As an Assistant Project Manager, you will support the delivery of projects through coordination, documentation, system updates, and customer communication, while developing the skills required to manage projects independently. You may lead very small, low-risk projects with guidance. As a Junior Project Manager, you will independently manage small projects and take responsibility for delivering small to medium-sized projects - leading client communication, monitoring scope, timelines, and budgets, and proactively identifying and managing risks. Job Role: This role is a great opportunity for you to get experience working in a tech business and gain exposure to many of the coordination tasks required to deliver successful app projects on time and on budget. Based in Birmingham's up-and-coming Jewellery Quarter, the Company specialises in making mobile and web apps for small and medium-sized businesses and is looking for a Digital Project Administrator or Junior Project Manager (depending on experience) to join the Team. You will report into and support the Programme Manager with administrative tasks associated with running projects, communicating with customers, and other general business activities. In addition to this, the Junior Project Manager role will manage small to medium projects with support and guidance. The Company has a culture of learning and understands that you may not have worked within an app development company before and is therefore looking for evidence of transferrable skills that demonstrate you will work well with the team and be capable of carrying out your roles and responsibilities. Deliverables and Responsibilities: Support project delivery by liaising with customers via email and telephone, providing updates and ensuring clear communication. Coordinate and maintain systems, ensuring issues, tasks, and client requests are accurately logged and progressed in a timely manner. Attend internal and external meetings, documenting clear notes, actions, and outcomes. Test the delivery of web and mobile applications from an end-user perspective and ensure client feedback is accurately captured and tracked. Liaise with external suppliers, to coordinate outputs and ensure alignment with project requirements and timelines. Contribute to the creation and maintenance of project documentation, including describing features from wireframes and updating specifications. As an Assistant Project Manager, support the delivery of projects by monitoring progress, identifying risks, and escalating concerns appropriately. As a Junior Project Manager, independently manage small to medium projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring agreed scope, timelines, and communication standards are met. About you: To perform this role well, we believe that someone should be able to demonstrate comfortably: A strong willingness and ability to learn on the job, quickly picking up new skills using available resources and team support. The ability to understand customer requirements, needs, and motivations, and respond in a professional and empathetic manner. Proactive thinking and a problem-solving mindset, with the ability to analyse situations logically. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work effectively across multiple projects and deadlines. Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to reason and explain information confidently. A customer-focused approach, delivering high standards of service while remaining fair and balanced. Competence using common productivity tools, including Microsoft Word and Excel (with basic formula knowledge). The company is looking for a demonstrable tech enthusiast. Prior industry experience, University degree, or other relevant further education is desirable, however, is not a firm requirement if you can demonstrate you are tech minded via other means. The job title/pay offered will be proportional to skills, capability, and aptitude. Additional Information: The job title and salary offered will be dependent on the candidate's experience and demonstrated capability. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Please click the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of the following may also be suitable to apply for this role; Project Administrator, General Admin Assistant, Lead Assistant, Lead Enquiries Assistant, App Project Administrator, App Project Assistant, Project Manager, Project Management, Web Project Administrator, Web Project Assistant, Account Manager, Digital Account Manager, Project Support Analyst, Assistant Project Manager, Junior Project Assistant.

Role Title: Hardware Asset Manager Duration: contract to run until 30/09/2026 Location: Coventry, Hybrid 1 day per month onsite Rate: up to 312.80 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 What You'll Be Doing The role will be responsible for the effective delivery of IT Software and Hardware Asset and License Management across IT, using an ITIL framework. You will be a senior lead in defining, implementing, maintaining and continuously improving the IT Asset (ITAM) services, ensuring efficient creation, maintenance and management of the Asset and Configuration Management Data Base (AMDB & CMDB) and CMS tools including: Definition, Creation and Implementation of effective processes and controls for Software and Hardware Asset and License Management. Enforce and enhance policies, processes and procedures for Software and Hardware Asset Management. Ensure the AMDB and CMDB is definitive, up-to-date, accurate and the correct source for all IT Infrastructure hardware and applications. Auditing and verifying the integrity of the CMDB, to identify issues with, and improve processes associated to the update of system records. Monitors and reports on the Software and Hardware Asset and License Management processes effectiveness and efficiency and recommends improvements as part of a continual service improvement programme. Development and maintenance of the Software and Hardware Asset Management plans. Identification, classification and specification of all Software and Hardware Asset and configuration items (CIs) with their relationships to other CI's. Identification of ownership and accountability for management for all Software and Hardware Asset CI's within the AMDB and CMDB. Lifecycle management and status accounting for all Software and Hardware Assets Items. Other activities will include: Support and Management of any assigned resources. Working with IT Services to ensure the requirements for new services and technology introduced to the business are understood and successfully implemented within the CMDB. Management and enhancement of toolsets for Software and Hardware. Development and production of regular reporting. Professional qualifications or essential experience required: Ideally ITIL foundation plus other relevant ITIL intermediate level qualifications. Extensive knowledge of IT Software and Hardware Asset Management and Contract and License management principles, processes, standards, new and evolving best practices. Significant experience in an IT Service environment, ideally with experience in a financial organisation. Proven experience of establishing and improving IT Asset and Configuration Management Processes. Operational and best practice experience of the ServiceNow and SNOW toolsets deployment and management, with CMDB schema ideally using the CSDM model with best practice Experience in the development of automated data interfaces to update the CMDB, and the normalisation of data for Software and Hardware. Knowledge of ServiceNow discovery with the application of best practices. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

Senior Software Engineering Manager Permanent - Up to £85,000 + £6k car allowance + 25% bonus + 10% pension Leeds | Hybrid | 2 days per week About the role We're looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineering Manager to lead technical delivery for large-scale, transformational projects. In this role, you'll drive the activities of multiple application delivery teams across diverse technologies. You'll oversee multi-disciplinary engineering teams and take overall accountability for both internal resources and outsourced development partners in a dynamic environment. This is a leadership role where you'll instil a continuous improvement culture, championing best practice software development principles and modern agile methodologies. With responsibility for a development budget of up to £2-3 million per annum and teams of 20-30+ engineers plus Matrix partners, you'll be the bridge between technical delivery and senior business stakeholders, representing the engineering function at the highest levels. What you'll be doing Lead and manage multiple application delivery teams through Design, Build, Test and Deployment phases Drive quality and timely delivery of technology change across numerous workstreams to support programme delivery Liaise between delivery teams and senior business and IT stakeholders to agree priorities and manage risks, issues and dependencies Champion modern Agile-centric best practices and be an expert advocate of the latest development and delivery techniques Manage team capacity effectively, ensuring efficient allocation of both in-house and external resources and skills Recruit, manage and develop in-house engineering talent across a range of technical roles Manage internal and external development budgets, collating project estimates and ensuring appropriate budget control Participate in key governance and programme bodies relevant to the role Drive continuous software integration and continuous delivery practices across your teams Manage major outsource teams and associated risks effectively What we're looking for Essential experience: Proven track record of delivering significant technology initiatives at scale Experience leading internal and external development teams of 20+ in size Track record of software development in a large-scale environment Experience of working in a Matrix model combining in-house software and packaged solution development Experience driving 3rd party development teams Background in connecting day-to-day activities to company strategy and vision Technical knowledge and skills: Strong knowledge of Agile development techniques and Project management (SCRUM, SAFe etc.) Up to date knowledge of IT and industry trends Understanding of continuous software integration and continuous software delivery Knowledge of software development cycles and approaches Good working knowledge of solutions deployed in financial services is advantageous Exposure to digital and SaaS offerings across a broad spectrum Leadership capabilities: Excellent relationship builder with strong delivery focus Proven ability to drive multi-discipline software development teams Ability to prioritise competing business demands and negotiate delivery timeframes Tenacious and creative problem solver who can overcome project and technical challenges Experience managing team and individual performance to achieve set objectives Ability to spot, select and develop talent with performance coaching Embedded We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

The Project Manager will drive end to end delivery of projects to customers, maintaining communication with all stakeholders to ensure efficient and successful project delivery across the full client engagement lifecycle within scope, schedule, budget and quality parameters. Key responsibilities: Duties will include, but are not restricted to the following: - Successful project delivery - Plan and direct the overall project of work through driving a clear vision and goals. - Be the go-to lead for the project team, customer and management owning the requirements and management process throughout the full project life-cycle, from initiation through to live operation. - Successful commercial delivery of projects, within budget and agreed timescales. - Effective management of issues and risks ensuring that options and solutions are validated and the impacts of decisions clearly articulated and understood. - Ensuring deliverables are built to and agreed quality . - Conform to project management standards, champion their use and contribute to their development. - Ability to lead and deliver projects via various methodologies, AGILE / SCRUM, Waterfall, Hybrid. - Contribute to and delivery relevant reporting across the Delivery and Cloud Services Group functions to internal and external parties. - Ensure accurate and effective documentation and reporting during delivery and into service. Stakeholder management - Ensuring customer satisfaction and promotion of successful long-term customer relationship evidenced by successful on-boarding and customer retention. - Creating and retaining customer engagement throughout the whole project/engagement lifecycle. - Materially shaping the project to get the optimum outcome for all stakeholders. - Using an understanding of the customers strategic importance and to actively contribute to account success. - Demonstrable experience in managing 3rd parties within the engagement lifecycle. Commercial activities - Manage the capacity and forecasting of the project management team ensuring capability and numbers match the pipeline of approved projects. - Key contributor to pre-sales activities of relevant projects and opportunities. - Identifying and following up all new business opportunities with the customer. People management - Taking direction from colleagues to ensure the project is aligned with broader account strategies, however, for some customers/project, the project manager may be the principle relationship owner - Ensure the allocation of relevant resources to ensure delivery success. - Mentoring colleagues in project management best practice where required. - Direct experience of building, managing and developing a team. - This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive, and the role holder is expected to reasonably take on any other responsibilities required to support business activities within the Group.? Person specification The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience: Essential Skills - Superior communication skills, with ability to articulate written and verbal communications clearly and concisely - Ability to manage communication with stakeholders at a variety of levels, and select the most appropriate method of communication. - Confidence in leading project meetings and presentations, and ability to present complex ideas to a non-technical audience. - Ability to anticipate stakeholder and colleague needs and respond accordingly. - Expert experience and knowledge across various delivery and management methodologies. - Experience of working in shared service environments. - Ability to see the wider picture and consider consequences. - Ability to estimate and forecast progress accurately. - Ability to translate ideas and solutions to clear tasks and models. - Experience in working across the full customer engagement lifecycle. - Ability to identify and manage risk, dependencies and constraints. Knowledge - Proven experience of systems integration and implementation projects - Experience of public/private Cloud technologies and associated services - Demonstrable experience of operational service processes and handover practices - Working knowledge of design methods, models and techniques. - Experience of working on multiple and large-scale IT infrastructure projects - Experience of leading project teams to success. - Good commercial awareness and understanding of the need for business value. - Recognised Project Management qualification or equivalent professional experience. Behaviours - High level of self-awareness. - Pragmatism and drive to resolve problems efficiently. - Drive and determination. - Collaborates well looking for a win-win solution wherever possible. - Positive, proactive attitude and approachable nature. Desirable - Knowledge and experience of working in a DevOps/SRE environment. - Evidence of taking a pro-active approach in evolving process improvements. - Experience of account and service management. - Awareness of business process modelling

Cyber Security Project Manager (Change and Transformation) Utilities Hybrid: 1-4 days per month in Selby, Yorkshire 6 months £700 per day In short: Cyber PM required to join a cyber regulatory team in enhancing their NIS status. Classic PM skills, ideally utilities, oil, energy background and an understanding of cyber regulations would be great. This is not a techy PM role - this is change and transformation. In full: Purpose: Responsible for the delivery of complex projects to the agreed time, cost and ensuring standards and best practices are adhered to and that blockers are responded to robustly and quickly. Understands the NIS Regulatory Compliance roadmap and work with relevant business partners to prioritise and mobilise work in accordance with available capacity, ensuring demand view is kept up to date. Works with business sponsors and stakeholders to define how the projects will be delivered and methodology to be used. The role oversees all aspects of the project delivery through to handing over to business as usual, through the effective management of; assigned resources (both internal and external), approved suppliers, allocated budgets and financial approval process. Key accountabilities: Ensure all projects align to High Level EP plans and project reference numbers Ensure that all projects consider the appropriate scope and stakeholders, i.e. should the project deliver a Generation solution rather than a solution for an individual business unit such as DPS or Hydro? Ensure realistic project plans are in place and maintained with risk based contingency planning Ensure that requirements consider the Ofgem Guidance issued within the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) overlay associated with the Contributing Outcome and Indicators of Good Practice that projects are seeking to satisfy Ensure resources are committed and lead the matrix team to meet agreed timescales, assisting the team in removing blockers to their delivery Monitor costs, timescales, resourcing, and notify Programme Manager on any deviation from agreed tolerances through close management of risks and issues Ensure requirements aligned to business outcome of project, working closely with stakeholders and analysts to identify, challenge and agree/challenge the scope and critical purpose of the project. Ensure all projects follow the stage gate process and produce the appropriate artefacts, that are approved and signed off by relevant stakeholders Ensure any changes to the scope of a project is appropriately managed and approved Skills and experience: Experience delivering projects within same or similar industry Demonstrable experience in proactively managing and delivering all aspects of challenging systems changes in a complex and demanding environment while maintaining structure and clarity Demonstrable experience in proactively managing and delivering all aspects of challenging business change projects in a complex and demanding environment while maintaining structure and clarity Extensive knowledge of project management processes, systems development methods, organisational change management concepts, and business process improvement methods. Proactively manages changes in project scope, identifies risk and issues, and devises contingency plans. Ability to identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team(s). Ability to plan, schedule, and track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables using appropriate tools. Ability to utilise MS Project for project planning Ability to adhere to Programme Governance and reporting processes Strong planning, organisational, and leadership skills. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer.

Who are Accent? We own almost 20,400 houses across the North, East and South of the country and they are homes to over 41,000 of our customers. We exist to improve lives, providing people with high quality homes, affordably. Whatever their housing need, whether family, single, older, or more vulnerable – our customers always come first.  Accent residents, customers, and colleagues come from a diverse range of backgrounds, which we embrace and celebrate.  About the Role and Person 35 hours per week Permanent At Accent, we believe that everyone should have access to an affordable, sustainable, and safe home, and our work across the country aims to do just that. We are on an exciting journey to transform our customer offer to ensure that at every opportunity, our customers receive first-class service from us. But not just that, we want our services to be customer led. We want our customers to play a meaningful role in designing services and holding us to account to make sure that we deliver what they need and what we say we will deliver! Role Summary: As a Director of Technology, your core role and focus is all about providing strategic direction and management of the technology function and associated team ensuring outstanding delivery across all aspects. You'll deliver positive outcomes and be responsible for aligning the technology strategies with business objectives ensuring a strong focus on the customer and colleague experience. You'll play a key part in fulfilling Accent’s organisational ambition of improved digital adoption and substantial behaviour change in an evolving and demanding operating environment. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you'll provide leadership across the organisation in line with our values and behaviours. You'll provide strategic thought-leadership, expertise, and guidance in all areas of Technology, building strong internal and external relationships and ensuring the technology function is well integrated across the organisation. What you'll bring:  Previous experience managing a technology function at Director level. Experience leading relevant technology processes including cyber-security, service, architecture, infrastructure and strategy. Diplomatic with the ability to interact successfully at all levels. Good listener with the ability to effectively apply the knowledge gained. Strong belief in customer satisfaction and business benefit driven solutions. Educated to degree level or qualified by equivalent experience. ITIL or CoBIT certified or equivalent.   Salary The spot salary for this post is £90,000 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the post. This post will also receive a car allowance. Location The successful candidate will be required to travel to all our sites around the country. Important Dates:  Stage 1 Interview     Virtual                   11 April 2024 Stage 2 Interview     Face-to-Face        15 April 2024 What will you get from us? In addition to a competitive salary and agile working, we also have a focus on employees’ development. We support both professional and personal development, ensuring everyone has a development plan and provide access to a wide range of internal and external learning resources.   You’ll also receive: 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata excluding bank holidays) per year rising by 1 day per year up to a maximum of one working week. A choice of Pension Schemes including a Defined Benefit Scheme with a 7.5% member contribution or a Defined Contribution Scheme with a 4% member contribution. Both pension schemes provide Life Insurance Cover. Option to purchase additional holiday of up to 2 of your working weeks (at managers discretion. Employee Assistance Programme "Hapi" Benefits App with multiple discounts.  If you require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, please let us know we will ensure requirements are met. Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Our purpose focuses on how we contribute to society, and how our business decisions can contribute to greater trust and solving important problems. In order to achieve our purpose and deliver a first-class service to our clients, we need first-class support internally. The people who power us - our internal teams - have a vital role to make sure we have all the right resources, services and technology to be the best we can be. Not all of us work directly with external clients. L&D Design Consultant - Firmwide Learning Design 12 month FTC The Role Responsible for the talent, development and coaching strategies for the firm, the Talent, Development & Coaching Centre of Excellence (TD&C CoE) partners with the business to deliver high quality development opportunities that enable both the firm's strategic priorities and individual growth of our people. We are a team of well-connected people professionals who bring creativity, expertise and market insights and work with subject matter experts in our business to respond to the development needs of the firm. The LoS and Firmwide Design Teams are creative teams of learning designers, responsible for understanding the needs of the business and designing and curating or creating LoS or Firmwide programme content. The aim is to develop the most impactful, innovative solutions to meet learner needs and deliver clear business outcomes, leveraging the latest technological innovations where this enhances learning effectiveness. Design Consultants work as part of a Portfolio Strategy Leader's (PSL) team, and will report into the aligned PSL. However, the Design Consultant may report into the Senior Design Consultant for programme delivery. Responsible for understanding the business objectives for a particular training need, they will work with business SMEs to translate these into key learning objectives and design highly effective learning interventions to meet these needs. This includes the use of learning design methodologies and innovation and insights (from the Innovation and Investments Hub) to author content, review content prepared by Design Senior Associates, and supporting the PSL and/or SDC with project management activity. Key Responsibilities Design and develop programmatic content via curation, in-house authoring and engagement of external suppliers, leveraging LoS specific and/or Firmwide knowledge and experience as appropriate. Remain business-centred at all times, understanding their needs and keeping them in mind when taking actions and making decisions. Consistently follow the processes set by the Innovation & Investments (I&I) Hub, in combination with content knowledge, to enable effective and efficient/ innovative learning design. Review content written by Design Senior Associates and peers to maintain quality control of content, ensure learning objectives have been met, challenge learning efficacy and innovation and drive consistency. Hold relevant business relationships that are integral to programmatic design such as content SMEs. Work closely with the People Solutions Learning Experience team and Integrated Services - Event Delivery team to deliver a successful learning intervention. Facilitate design workshops where applicable. Lead the briefing/training of facilitators and hosts to equip them to be able to deliver learning content. Support the PSL/SDC in ensuring appropriate evaluation metrics are put in place and analyse evaluation reporting at a programme level and consider the impact of this on future design iteration. Consider appropriate diversity, inclusion and wellbeing; accessibility; external suppliers; and environmental and social impact when designing content. Coach and supervise more junior designers to enhance team capability, quality of output and to promote knowledge sharing. Contribute to the Innovation & Investment Communities of Practice to support collaboration and education and ensure the adoption of market insights and latest innovations. Collaborate with the other Design Consultants across the Design Hub to ensure T&D activity is aligned across the CoE and share best practice. Support the PSL/SDC in project management activity, where appropriate. Be prepared to travel within the UK and abroad and support the delivery of programmes. Role Requirements An understanding of PwC's service propositions, with a broad understanding of the firm's strategy and priorities. Passion for creating and delivering highly effective content. Experience in the design, development and review of face-to-face and technology enabled learning solutions, showcasing innovation and creativity when approaching new challenges. An understanding of digital learning solutions and Learning Technologies and how they can be used to add value and transform the way we learn. Proven ability to engage and influence stakeholders, communicating confidently, clearly and effectively in verbal and written formats. Ability to develop and build a wide range of relationships and work collaboratively as part of a wider team. Ability to lead, coach and develop self and others in the pursuit of delivering a distinctive and sustainable L&D service to the firm. Operate with a global and inclusive mind-set, demonstrating commercial acumen and an understanding of the firm's business priorities. Ability to adhere to project management disciplines to deliver on tasks and responsibilities on time and to budget, with designated resources. Assimilate complex data and information objectively to inform recommendations. Demonstrate resilience and delivery under pressure, in an ambiguous and changing landscape. Management grade: Manager Role type: 12 month fixed term contract Location: Any UK office

Cloud Agile Delivery Lead Location: Birmingham / Bristol Career Level: Manager, Associate Manager, Specialist, Senior Analyst Salary: Competitive (Dependent on experience) We have an exciting opportunity for a Cloud Agile Delivery Lead to join our Enterprise Agile practice, part of Accenture Technology. We help companies achieve greater agility to accelerate business change. We introduce Lean and Agile principles and practices to continuously transform ways of working across the enterprise. Accenture supports and cultivates inclusion and diversity in the workplace and we strongly encourage people of all genders with a passion for and experience in Technology to join our business. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO Accenture are recognized for their inclusive working environment and key highlights include: Sunday Times Top 25 Best Big Companies to work for Top employer for Women Strong programme for diversifying the workforce Flexible Maternity package / Shared parental leave Flexible working hours Would you like the opportunity to? Work with new technologies and demanding clients and grow your expertise? Work in a diverse environment? Work in partnership with global clients and large organizations? Show more Show less Qualifications What skills & experience are we looking for? We are looking for a Cloud Agile Delivery Lead with a passion for technology and who demonstrates a strong mastery of agile and complex project delivery. Our successful candidate will have experience and success in: Driving and managing the delivery of large, complex IT projects using scaled Agile framework and methodologies applied on Cloud transformation projects. Co-ordinate cross-functional agile teams, Product Management, Agile PMO and Leadership to drive delivery at a scaled level. Measure and communicate progress to teams and leadership within committed time frames, showcasing your service management skills. Ensure delivered solutions are realized in time frame committed; work in conjunction with project sponsors to size and manage scope and risk Be a Subject Matter Expert to the client organization for Cloud Knowledge and Agile methodologies. At least one industry recognized Cloud Certification and Agile certification Facilitate business transformation and the adoption of Cloud and Agile best practice Mobilize the delivery team, identify the appropriate people resources Drives profitability and continued success by managing service quality and added value leading delivery. Proactively support sales through innovative Cloud solutions and delivery excellence by managing partnership type of relationship with the senior level management on client side. How can I set myself apart? Knowledge of Cloud: Application / Infrastructure / Architecture / Suppliers Knowledge DevOps techniques and implementation approaches Knowledge of agile tools (Jira, Kanban Boards, Whiteboarding etc.) Proven success in contributing in a multi-location team-oriented environment What's in it for you? Your entrepreneurial spirit and vision will be rewarded, and your success will fuel opportunities for career advancement. You will make a difference to high profile client - Accenture helps many of the FTSE 100 deliver high-profile, innovative projects Opportunities to learn continuously through training, certifications, assignments and collaboration with experts across the company Access to groundbreaking technology On top of this, we have gym subsidies, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services, we are known for. What are the next steps? If this sounds like the ideal role, career and company for you, click below to apply. Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history at the point of application. About Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries - powered by the world's largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. With 509,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us at Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law. 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Role: Procurement Category Manager, IT Location: London Career level: 7 Salary: Excellent salary and benefits package (dependent on experience) Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO As a team: Business Process Servicesprofessionals work on projects across a range of business processes, business applications and information technology. They may provide technology services, such as application management, infrastructure management and systems integration, or they may deliver business process services, including finance and accounting, procurement and human resources. Depending on the role, Business Process Services professionals may be based at a client's office or in one of Accenture's 50 delivery centers around the world. You'll learn, grow and advance in an innovative culture thatthrives on shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunitiesthat candrive your career in new and exciting ways If you're looking for a challenging career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be the role for you.As part of our global team, you'll be working with cutting-edge technologies and will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of new skills on the job. As a Category Manager you will: The Procurement Category Manager will utilize their deep Information Technology sourcing and supplier management experience to help our customers drive tangible results. In this capacity, you will work directly with an Accenture customer/s with responsibility for delivering category management services including, but not limited to, strategic sourcing, client stakeholder management, supplier performance management, and continuous cost and performance improvement. Additionally, you will develop and provide oversight for the execution of IT/Telecom sourcing strategies that support each customer's business goals while achieving optimal pricing, quality and service levels. Design and implement cost savings projects across multiple IT/Telecom sub-categories including Laptop/Desktop Hardware, Intel-level Servers, Mid-range Hardware, Storage, Telecom Hardware, Shrink Wrap Software, Application Software, Long Distance Voice-Data, and Wireless Services Engage with clients senior management team members to drive strategic initiatives and communicate progress Develop broad network of strong client stakeholder relationships, particularly in Real Estate/Facilities Management function, to facilitate delivery of services and achievement of contractual requirements (savings targets, SLAs) Conduct opportunity assessments across IT/Telecom spend subcategories to establish annual category strategies inclusive of sourcing wave plans that support overall savings target achievement Provide oversight and program management to ensure efficient delivery of a portfolio of strategic sourcing projects Work collaboratively with suppliers and customer stakeholders to identify and execute continuous cost and performance improvement strategies Identify and resolve strategic supplier performance issues to ensure customer satisfaction Measure and manage suppliers/service providers' performance relative to contracted service levels. Conduct/ leverage supply-market research to develop and share market insights with clients and within Accenture Delegate work appropriately, coach and develop team members in their performance and professional development Identify opportunities to develop repeatable processes and automate work Further advance program and senior client relationship management skills Grow IT/Telecom category knowledge to expert levels, creating growth opportunities for self, team and company Lead all associated delivery team members to achieve target results and customer satisfaction Contribute to IT/Telecom Practice value proposition through collateral development and input into tools/applications Show more Show less Qualifications We are looking for experience in the following skills: Bachelor's Degree Extensive experience in a category management, procurement, and/or supply chain function Experience of multiple IT/Telecom categories, including: Laptop/Desktop Hardware, Intel-level Servers, Mid-range Hardware, Storage, Telecom Hardware, Shrink Wrap Software, Application Software, Long Distance Voice-Data, and Wireless Services Extensive experience in a client facing role Demonstrated ability to manage the successful creation and execution of a strategy, operating budget and staffing plan to support customer and company goals Strong ability to effectively lead in a matrix organizational structure working with multiple internal clients Ability to adapt to the varied corporate cultures and organizational structures of our customers Exceptional track record of building relationships with stakeholders or customers that have resulted in high customer satisfaction Proven ability to drive transformational change Solid people development skills Excellent communication, organization/time management and problem solving skills Well-developed, solution-oriented selling skills Proven ability to build, manage and foster a team-oriented environment Set yourself apart: Bachelor's Degree in a quantitative discipline (business/finance/economics/engineering/ mathematics) or equivalent Post-Graduate degree preferred Ability to effectively lead formal strategic sourcing efforts related to IT/Telecom and services Ability to interface with customers and suppliers via strong written and verbal communications skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Formal training and/or experience in strategic sourcing Proficiency in spreadsheet software (e.g. Microsoft Excel) and presentation software (i.e. Microsoft PowerPoint What's in it for you At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days' vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for. About Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries - powered by the world's largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. With 674,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us at Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.

Job Introduction The Impact Officer delivers the local grant-making and grant management process, playing a key role in supporting and learning from the children and young people's sector. It is a case-holding role that takes a relational approach and acts as a key contact point for stakeholders internally, throughout the BBC and externally. The role supports the delivery of BBC Children in Need's (CiN) Impact Strategy and the wider organisational strategy. This role will be. The successful applicant will play a significant role in the South West to meet the aims of the charity. You will be managing a geographical area and grant portfolio, working with local and national stakeholders to facilitate the development and delivery of solutions for change for children and young people. Role Responsibility Grant Making To ensure that our external interface is of the highest standard with all stakeholders including potential applicants, applicants, grantees and fundraisers. To provide effective promotion, outreach and development support to potential grant applicants through a variety of means. To advise on enquiries from grant applicants/recipients and ensure appropriate feedback to unsuccessful applicants. To support and deliver the grant application and grant process. To make recommendations on decisions for small grants, based on standard processes. Responsible for analysing the application and grant portfolio for trends, quality and scope, and providing feedback on findings to colleagues, assessors and committee as appropriate. To contribute to BBC CiN's learning and evaluation activities to build up knowledge from grant-making. In conjunction with senior impact leads, and as appropriate, support and manage the recruitment, induction, training and support of committee and assessors to maintain a skilled, well-informed and diverse team Grant management To provide follow up on grant issues and take responsibility for a proportion of the active grant portfolio, ensuring that grants are reported on in a timely manner and providing staff commentary on the reports. Actively seek to identify and manage risks and learning in the grant portfolio, including investigating problems that may arise with specific grants, referring up as needed. Develop deeper relationships, including through project visits to contribute to and share BBC CiN's knowledge and learning. Demonstrate a relational approach in grant management activity, which supports effective outcomes for children, young people and the wider sector. Undertake contact, including through project visits, with grant recipients with a view to monitoring, assessing and discussing progress. Actively explore feedback regarding BBC CiN's approach and processes to support a continuous improvement approach. Provide input at BBC C-iN training seminars, convening events and similar activities for grant applicants and recipient The role will be managing a portfolio of grants and relationships in the South West External liaison and relationships Identify good practice in the work that BBC CiN funds with children and youngpeople and support sharing of it with others in the field Regularly provide updates on designated area to both shape and inform the Regional or National plan. Build relationships and a local profile for BBC CiN and foster good relationships with local voluntary and statutory organisations and other funders in the Region/Nation. Initiate, organise and support BBC CiN's influencing activities as required, based on learning from grant-making/management. To actively support the engagement of children, young people and those with lived experience in the work of the impact team, in line with agreed initiatives and the Impact Strategy and Business Plan. Take initiative in undertaking development work with groups where appropriate. Work with colleagues across the organisation to help deliver strategic initiatives. BBC liaison and BBC CiN Appeal Generate press material and work with the BBC CiN press and PR team on enquiries. Liaise with BBC production and other colleagues about the Appeal, promoting good working relationships and assisting in identifying material for television, radio and online stories. Liaise with and provide support to fundraising volunteers, organisations and others who contribute to the Appeal, both pre and post-Appeal in the Nation/Region. Coordinate and support a wide range of Regional/National Appeal activities and events, including appropriate support for outside broadcasts or other events as required, in line with agreed business requirements; and support the deployment of voluntary effort as needed Other Attend and contribute to one-to-one and team staff meetings/reviews as required, including meetings/performance review sessions with line manager, and including overnight stays and associated travel where necessary. Maintain communications with line manager and update them where appropriate. Supervise the induction, training and work of work experience placements and volunteers to ensure the smooth running of the office and the grant making/management process. Deputise for the Senior Impact Officer where appropriate Are you the right candidate? Essential Evidence of working with the voluntary sector. Experience of using Windows based software and the ability to work with a database information system. Experience of presenting to a variety of audiences. A demonstrable understanding of the current voluntary and statutory sectors. Excellent relationship building, communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to organise and prioritise workload, with the ability to work quickly and effectively to tight deadlines. Able to work flexibly, positively and autonomously in a small and often remotely located team. Ability to work as part of a team. Aligned to the values of the BBC and BBC CiN Voluntary knowledgeof the South West area is required Travel within the South West area required Competencies Managing relationships and team working: Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Works co-operatively with others to be part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively. Planning and organising: Able to think ahead in order to establish an efficient and appropriate course of action for self and others. Prioritises and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resources. Influencing and persuading: Able to present sound and well-reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behaviour change. Flexibility: Adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Able to understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to change or easily accept changes in one's own organisation or job requirements. Communication Skills: Able to get one's message understood clearly by adopting a range of styles, tools and techniques appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information. Analytical thinking: Able to simplify complex problems, processes or projects into component parts explore and evaluate them systematically. Evidence of working with the voluntary sector, and a demonstrable understanding of the current voluntary and statutory sectors. Experience of working with a database information system. Excellent relationship building, communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to organise and prioritise workload, with the ability to work quickly and effectively to tight deadlines. Able to work flexibly, positively and autonomously in a small and often remotely located team. Package Description Band: C Contract type:FTC for 6 months Location: Bristol We're happy to discuss flexible working. Please indicate your choice under the flexible working question in the application . There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage. Excellent career progression - the BBC offers great opportunities for employees to seek new challenges and work in different areas of the organisation. Unrivalled training and development opportunities - our in-house Academy hosts a wide range of internal and external courses and certification. Benefits - We offer a competitive salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance and 26 days (1 of which is a corporation day) with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care, gym and much more. About the BBC We don't focus simply on what we do - we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us. Please make sure you've read about our values and behaviours in the document attached below. Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution..... click apply for full job details