Role Summary
Be at the forefront of ICT improvements and transformation within the Fire & Rescue Service (AF&RS). We are seeking a visionary leader to shape our future ICT and digital strategy, make further improvements to our infrastructure and ensure our ICT systems are resilient, reliable, and accessible to all staff 24/7.
This is a new role leading the development of an integrated ICT strategy and technology roadmap and overseeing the delivery of technology initiatives. This business-critical position will require you to work effectively with key stakeholders to create and implement an ICT strategy which aligns with our organisational goals and ambitions, ensures the integration and enhancement of our systems and improved user experience.
This role will require an ambitious, forward-thinking individual who has the technical knowledge, drive and passion to make a big difference. You will have a unique opportunity to make the role your own and bring your experience, ideas, influencing skills and technical expertise to our organisation. With challenging budgets, a creative and innovative approach is key, as is the exploration of potential funding sources.
Some of the things you’ll be doing
Strategic Leadership : Drive continuous improvement, culture change, and effective performance management. Act as the advocate for AF&RS’s digital vision, engaging leadership and representing AF&RS in local and national digital forums.
Expert Consultation : Offer expert guidance on ICT matters to senior stakeholders and the Fire Authority, enabling discussions on modern ICT and digital technology.
System Management : Ensure the efficiency, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness of ICT systems and technology. Oversee external IT helpdesk providers and business continuity plans.
Infrastructure Enhancement : Drive continual improvements to the ICT infrastructure to ensure a solid foundation and enhanced user experience. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement improvements, presenting robust business cases for investment.
Digital Horizon-Scanning : Stay updated on digital developments and evaluate new technologies potential benefits, risks, and affordability aligned with the ICT strategy.
Strategy Development : Lead the creation and implementation of AF&RS’s cohesive ICT and Digital Strategy, fostering innovative and integrated improvements.
Project Oversight : Oversee the successful delivery of all ICT, digital, and systems projects. Establish governance structures, aligning with the ICT strategy and legal compliance.
Change Management : Implement efficient change processes, improving service quality and business continuity while minimising disruption.
Risk Management: Proactively assess and monitor ICT-related risks across AF&RS, implementing effective controls and mitigations.
Resource Optimisation : Develop an appropriate ICT organisational structure, optimising internal and external resources to ensure delivery and an integrated approach.
Team Leadership : Provide training and mentoring to internal ICT staff, fostering a responsive and agile cross-functional team.
Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with stakeholders across AF&RS, building strong internal networks to maximise technology benefits.
Policy Implementation : Develop and implement up-to-date ICT policies ensuring robust controls across AF&RS. Liaise with internal data protection teams, ensuring ICT developments are compliant with relevant information legislation. Act as the Deputy Senior Risk Owner ensuring high-quality governance standards and compliance.
Training Alignment : Identify and evaluate ICT training aligned with the ICT strategy and budget requirements.
Budget Management : Manage ICT budgets aligned with the ICT strategy, forecasting and reviewing budgetary arrangements and exploring potential funding opportunities.
What we’ll need from you:
Essential:
Proven experience in senior ICT leadership role, driving digital transformation and strategy (ideally within the emergency services or public sector – but not essential).
Demonstrable experience in design, sourcing, transition, delivery and implementation of new technology and data capabilities.
Excellent up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Extensive knowledge of digital, data and technology regulations and best practice methodologies (e.g. ITIL, ISO) and performance benchmarking. You will also maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Significant experience of leading and managing high performing teams (via direct or matrix management).
Proven experience of strategic service planning, business processes, developing, leading, and implementing IT/ICT strategies and change programs.
Experience of successfully managing high quality business-as-usual (BAU) ICT, while also inspiring, leading, and driving innovative solutions.
Proven experience of proactively managing business continuity and cyber security arrangements.
Significant experience of dealing with vendors and third parties including experience of procuring, negotiating, and robustly managing business-critical service contractors.
Degree level education, or equivalent, in business, computer science or a related field of study, or proven relevant business experience.
Professional ICT qualifications (such as ITIL or accredited status such as Chartered IT Professional CITP), or equivalent through a combination of proven relevant training, experience and evidenced continuing professional development.
Highly effective communication and influencing skills across the full breadth of written, verbal, presentation, and digital media. You will be able to engage, advise and explain technical matters in a non-technical way.
Adaptable, inclusive, and values-based leadership and people management skills.
Relationship building and collaboration skills with the ability to influence strategic thinking and approaches to complex service issues.
Strong analytical, research, numerical and decision-making skills, to deal with complex service delivery.
Ability to manage and prioritise high workloads, with pressing and conflicting deadlines.
Desirable:
Comprehensive budget-creation and budget-management experience including identifying and evaluating opportunities, negotiation, and delivering efficiencies.
Experience of working in a climate of transformation and/or continuous improvement and supporting others in uncertain times.
Experience of working for an emergency service or local authority.
Experience of Information and Data Governance and/or of being a Senior Risk Information Officer (SIRO) or Deputy SIRO.
Experience of portfolio and project management methodologies and tailoring these for significant ICT projects and organisational context.
Proven ICT risk management experience.
High level of political awareness and acuity to interact with senior stakeholders and elected Members.
Foundation or Practitioner level qualification in programme or project management.
What you can expect in return
27 days annual holiday (plus public holidays) rising to 31 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service
Local Government Pension - Defined Benefit Scheme
Flexible and hybrid working
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Welfare and Wellbeing services
Staff Engagement Groups
Access to a Medical Intervention Scheme which can support staff to access private medical assessments and treatments
Access to Blue Light card with offers online and high street discounts
Use of the multi-gym, sports hall, restaurant, free parking, and beautiful open surroundings at our Headquarters in Portishead
Please note - as this post is based at our Headquarters which we share with Avon & Somerset Police, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a security clearance check & DBS check.
Further Information
If you would like to have an informal conversation with the hiring manager for this role please contact recruitment@avonfire.gov.uk to request this.
How to apply: The full job description can be found on our careers pages: Head of ICT | Yes You Can! The Avon Fire & Rescue Service Job . Once you have read the job description please submit a tailored CV demonstrating how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.
Late applications will not be accepted. Please quote job reference number 1023 [JD number] on any communications. Thank you.
Avon Fire & Rescue Service is committed to securing equality of opportunity. W e welcome applications from all members of our community who are currently under-represented at Avon Fire & Rescue Service, particularly women, Disabled people and members of ethnic minority communities.
Dec 20, 2023
Full time
Role Summary
Be at the forefront of ICT improvements and transformation within the Fire & Rescue Service (AF&RS). We are seeking a visionary leader to shape our future ICT and digital strategy, make further improvements to our infrastructure and ensure our ICT systems are resilient, reliable, and accessible to all staff 24/7.
This is a new role leading the development of an integrated ICT strategy and technology roadmap and overseeing the delivery of technology initiatives. This business-critical position will require you to work effectively with key stakeholders to create and implement an ICT strategy which aligns with our organisational goals and ambitions, ensures the integration and enhancement of our systems and improved user experience.
This role will require an ambitious, forward-thinking individual who has the technical knowledge, drive and passion to make a big difference. You will have a unique opportunity to make the role your own and bring your experience, ideas, influencing skills and technical expertise to our organisation. With challenging budgets, a creative and innovative approach is key, as is the exploration of potential funding sources.
Some of the things you’ll be doing
Strategic Leadership : Drive continuous improvement, culture change, and effective performance management. Act as the advocate for AF&RS’s digital vision, engaging leadership and representing AF&RS in local and national digital forums.
Expert Consultation : Offer expert guidance on ICT matters to senior stakeholders and the Fire Authority, enabling discussions on modern ICT and digital technology.
System Management : Ensure the efficiency, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness of ICT systems and technology. Oversee external IT helpdesk providers and business continuity plans.
Infrastructure Enhancement : Drive continual improvements to the ICT infrastructure to ensure a solid foundation and enhanced user experience. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement improvements, presenting robust business cases for investment.
Digital Horizon-Scanning : Stay updated on digital developments and evaluate new technologies potential benefits, risks, and affordability aligned with the ICT strategy.
Strategy Development : Lead the creation and implementation of AF&RS’s cohesive ICT and Digital Strategy, fostering innovative and integrated improvements.
Project Oversight : Oversee the successful delivery of all ICT, digital, and systems projects. Establish governance structures, aligning with the ICT strategy and legal compliance.
Change Management : Implement efficient change processes, improving service quality and business continuity while minimising disruption.
Risk Management: Proactively assess and monitor ICT-related risks across AF&RS, implementing effective controls and mitigations.
Resource Optimisation : Develop an appropriate ICT organisational structure, optimising internal and external resources to ensure delivery and an integrated approach.
Team Leadership : Provide training and mentoring to internal ICT staff, fostering a responsive and agile cross-functional team.
Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with stakeholders across AF&RS, building strong internal networks to maximise technology benefits.
Policy Implementation : Develop and implement up-to-date ICT policies ensuring robust controls across AF&RS. Liaise with internal data protection teams, ensuring ICT developments are compliant with relevant information legislation. Act as the Deputy Senior Risk Owner ensuring high-quality governance standards and compliance.
Training Alignment : Identify and evaluate ICT training aligned with the ICT strategy and budget requirements.
Budget Management : Manage ICT budgets aligned with the ICT strategy, forecasting and reviewing budgetary arrangements and exploring potential funding opportunities.
What we’ll need from you:
Essential:
Proven experience in senior ICT leadership role, driving digital transformation and strategy (ideally within the emergency services or public sector – but not essential).
Demonstrable experience in design, sourcing, transition, delivery and implementation of new technology and data capabilities.
Excellent up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Extensive knowledge of digital, data and technology regulations and best practice methodologies (e.g. ITIL, ISO) and performance benchmarking. You will also maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Significant experience of leading and managing high performing teams (via direct or matrix management).
Proven experience of strategic service planning, business processes, developing, leading, and implementing IT/ICT strategies and change programs.
Experience of successfully managing high quality business-as-usual (BAU) ICT, while also inspiring, leading, and driving innovative solutions.
Proven experience of proactively managing business continuity and cyber security arrangements.
Significant experience of dealing with vendors and third parties including experience of procuring, negotiating, and robustly managing business-critical service contractors.
Degree level education, or equivalent, in business, computer science or a related field of study, or proven relevant business experience.
Professional ICT qualifications (such as ITIL or accredited status such as Chartered IT Professional CITP), or equivalent through a combination of proven relevant training, experience and evidenced continuing professional development.
Highly effective communication and influencing skills across the full breadth of written, verbal, presentation, and digital media. You will be able to engage, advise and explain technical matters in a non-technical way.
Adaptable, inclusive, and values-based leadership and people management skills.
Relationship building and collaboration skills with the ability to influence strategic thinking and approaches to complex service issues.
Strong analytical, research, numerical and decision-making skills, to deal with complex service delivery.
Ability to manage and prioritise high workloads, with pressing and conflicting deadlines.
Desirable:
Comprehensive budget-creation and budget-management experience including identifying and evaluating opportunities, negotiation, and delivering efficiencies.
Experience of working in a climate of transformation and/or continuous improvement and supporting others in uncertain times.
Experience of working for an emergency service or local authority.
Experience of Information and Data Governance and/or of being a Senior Risk Information Officer (SIRO) or Deputy SIRO.
Experience of portfolio and project management methodologies and tailoring these for significant ICT projects and organisational context.
Proven ICT risk management experience.
High level of political awareness and acuity to interact with senior stakeholders and elected Members.
Foundation or Practitioner level qualification in programme or project management.
What you can expect in return
27 days annual holiday (plus public holidays) rising to 31 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service
Local Government Pension - Defined Benefit Scheme
Flexible and hybrid working
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Welfare and Wellbeing services
Staff Engagement Groups
Access to a Medical Intervention Scheme which can support staff to access private medical assessments and treatments
Access to Blue Light card with offers online and high street discounts
Use of the multi-gym, sports hall, restaurant, free parking, and beautiful open surroundings at our Headquarters in Portishead
Please note - as this post is based at our Headquarters which we share with Avon & Somerset Police, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a security clearance check & DBS check.
Further Information
If you would like to have an informal conversation with the hiring manager for this role please contact recruitment@avonfire.gov.uk to request this.
How to apply: The full job description can be found on our careers pages: Head of ICT | Yes You Can! The Avon Fire & Rescue Service Job . Once you have read the job description please submit a tailored CV demonstrating how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.
Late applications will not be accepted. Please quote job reference number 1023 [JD number] on any communications. Thank you.
Avon Fire & Rescue Service is committed to securing equality of opportunity. W e welcome applications from all members of our community who are currently under-represented at Avon Fire & Rescue Service, particularly women, Disabled people and members of ethnic minority communities.
Ready to maximise your potential?
C&C Group supplies software solutions and services to almost every energy and water company throughout Great Britain.
We are at the dawn of an exciting new era with Smart Grids, as well as Market-wide Half Hourly Settlement (MHHS), which will be one of the biggest changes to the electricity industry to date. This means we are on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our team, as we expand our reach as well as our goals.
Technology is the essence of what we do, but our people make us who we are.
What will I get to do?
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager, who will be responsible for delivering multiple, concurrent, software development projects of varying size and complexity.
Drawing on project delivery and managerial experience, you will work with various stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, in scope, and within budget to meet an expanding change portfolio and new customer requirements.
You can be a part of this very exciting and crucial time for C&C Group and work to ensure we continue to deliver excellence!
What will my day look like?
You will bring your enthusiasm and motivation, alongside your project management skills to:
Lead projects on behalf of C&C Group, liaising directly with both internal and external customers
Manage projects varying in size, from small and medium sized change requests to existing software products, through to larger changes and implementation of new software products.
Manage the delivery of multiple projects running concurrently to multiple customers, adopting best practice project management techniques to achieve project deliverables.
Maintaining communication between project team members and stakeholders via meetings and reporting.
Work directly with our internal Development, Test, Infrastructure, and Security Teams, as well as external parties to develop and revise detailed project plans based on requirements and changing needs.
Work with other Project Managers overseeing and co-ordinating cross-functional initiatives to ensure that time, cost, and quality parameters are monitored and managed.
Monitor project performance to ensure timely delivery, and perform ongoing reviews of project statuses, identify potential project risks, and recommend and implement risk mitigation solutions as approved and as appropriate.
Ensure that all project deliveries are consistent with C&C Group’s ISMS Policies and Procedures.
Report to the Head of Project Management.
More about you
You must have:
Relevant Project Management qualification.
Demonstrable experience of project delivery, ideally covering all aspects of the software development lifecycle, and managing the delivery of complex business and IT change.
Be able to utilise proven project management techniques.
Be able to provide evidence of project planning of medium to large software projects and be proficient in the use of formal scheduling tools.
Demonstrable experience of managing a diverse change portfolio with concurrent initiatives.
Be creative and correctly use the range of resources available in an efficient, engaging, and successful way.
Excellent communication skills with experience of engaging and managing third parties and can assimilate information quickly and accurately.
Experience of producing compelling presentation material at pace, adjusting communication styles to suit different audiences.
Experience of working in a matrix management environment.
Good team player.
Must be able to travel between C&C Group offices and to customer locations, when required.
Nice to have:
Experience in the utilities sector would be beneficial.
Remote Working?
We want our employees to perform at their best, so we offer a flexible working model which means you decide where you want to work.
Want to work from home to meet your deadline in peace? You can do that.
Want to bounce ideas off your colleagues or go for a team lunch? We have comfortable and relaxed offices with fruit, snacks, and hot and cold drinks available; to keep you fuelled for working.
The expectation is to be in the office for 2 days a week to ensure you get up to speed and collaborate with colleagues.
A Company to be proud of
Be more than just a number. As a small to medium sized company, we make it our mission to ensure every employee feels valued and knows that their contribution makes a difference. We want everyone to work in a place where they can thrive, and feel empowered to be themselves, which is why we encourage a diverse, fair, and open workforce.
We offer flexible working to help employees work to their full potential. We also understand that flexibility goes beyond the place of work, and we are here to support our employees in any way we can, including having Mental Health First Aiders on hand to help with more challenging times.
We strive for continuous improvement in how we work, our products and services, our working environments and culture, and our impact on the environment, and we actively encourage our employees to tell us how.
Benefits and Rewards include:
Comprehensive private healthcare for you and your family, including optical and dental, as well as extra cancer care cover and access to mental health support
Employee Assistance Programme
25-27 days holiday, plus public holidays of course
Payroll Giving Scheme – We will match donations made to your chosen charity!
A generous monthly team social budget
Fruit, snacks, and drinks when working in our offices
Electric Vehicle Scheme
Ride to Work Scheme
Extra days annual leave for your wedding/civil partnership
Free on-site car parking
How do I join the C&C Group team?
If this advert sparks excitement as well as matches your aspirations and skills, then apply today!
If this isn’t the right role for you but you would love to work for C&C Group, then please get in touch. We are always looking for clever, smart, innovative, and motivated talent.
Jan 31, 2023
Full time
Ready to maximise your potential?
C&C Group supplies software solutions and services to almost every energy and water company throughout Great Britain.
We are at the dawn of an exciting new era with Smart Grids, as well as Market-wide Half Hourly Settlement (MHHS), which will be one of the biggest changes to the electricity industry to date. This means we are on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our team, as we expand our reach as well as our goals.
Technology is the essence of what we do, but our people make us who we are.
What will I get to do?
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager, who will be responsible for delivering multiple, concurrent, software development projects of varying size and complexity.
Drawing on project delivery and managerial experience, you will work with various stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, in scope, and within budget to meet an expanding change portfolio and new customer requirements.
You can be a part of this very exciting and crucial time for C&C Group and work to ensure we continue to deliver excellence!
What will my day look like?
You will bring your enthusiasm and motivation, alongside your project management skills to:
Lead projects on behalf of C&C Group, liaising directly with both internal and external customers
Manage projects varying in size, from small and medium sized change requests to existing software products, through to larger changes and implementation of new software products.
Manage the delivery of multiple projects running concurrently to multiple customers, adopting best practice project management techniques to achieve project deliverables.
Maintaining communication between project team members and stakeholders via meetings and reporting.
Work directly with our internal Development, Test, Infrastructure, and Security Teams, as well as external parties to develop and revise detailed project plans based on requirements and changing needs.
Work with other Project Managers overseeing and co-ordinating cross-functional initiatives to ensure that time, cost, and quality parameters are monitored and managed.
Monitor project performance to ensure timely delivery, and perform ongoing reviews of project statuses, identify potential project risks, and recommend and implement risk mitigation solutions as approved and as appropriate.
Ensure that all project deliveries are consistent with C&C Group’s ISMS Policies and Procedures.
Report to the Head of Project Management.
More about you
You must have:
Relevant Project Management qualification.
Demonstrable experience of project delivery, ideally covering all aspects of the software development lifecycle, and managing the delivery of complex business and IT change.
Be able to utilise proven project management techniques.
Be able to provide evidence of project planning of medium to large software projects and be proficient in the use of formal scheduling tools.
Demonstrable experience of managing a diverse change portfolio with concurrent initiatives.
Be creative and correctly use the range of resources available in an efficient, engaging, and successful way.
Excellent communication skills with experience of engaging and managing third parties and can assimilate information quickly and accurately.
Experience of producing compelling presentation material at pace, adjusting communication styles to suit different audiences.
Experience of working in a matrix management environment.
Good team player.
Must be able to travel between C&C Group offices and to customer locations, when required.
Nice to have:
Experience in the utilities sector would be beneficial.
Remote Working?
We want our employees to perform at their best, so we offer a flexible working model which means you decide where you want to work.
Want to work from home to meet your deadline in peace? You can do that.
Want to bounce ideas off your colleagues or go for a team lunch? We have comfortable and relaxed offices with fruit, snacks, and hot and cold drinks available; to keep you fuelled for working.
The expectation is to be in the office for 2 days a week to ensure you get up to speed and collaborate with colleagues.
A Company to be proud of
Be more than just a number. As a small to medium sized company, we make it our mission to ensure every employee feels valued and knows that their contribution makes a difference. We want everyone to work in a place where they can thrive, and feel empowered to be themselves, which is why we encourage a diverse, fair, and open workforce.
We offer flexible working to help employees work to their full potential. We also understand that flexibility goes beyond the place of work, and we are here to support our employees in any way we can, including having Mental Health First Aiders on hand to help with more challenging times.
We strive for continuous improvement in how we work, our products and services, our working environments and culture, and our impact on the environment, and we actively encourage our employees to tell us how.
Benefits and Rewards include:
Comprehensive private healthcare for you and your family, including optical and dental, as well as extra cancer care cover and access to mental health support
Employee Assistance Programme
25-27 days holiday, plus public holidays of course
Payroll Giving Scheme – We will match donations made to your chosen charity!
A generous monthly team social budget
Fruit, snacks, and drinks when working in our offices
Electric Vehicle Scheme
Ride to Work Scheme
Extra days annual leave for your wedding/civil partnership
Free on-site car parking
How do I join the C&C Group team?
If this advert sparks excitement as well as matches your aspirations and skills, then apply today!
If this isn’t the right role for you but you would love to work for C&C Group, then please get in touch. We are always looking for clever, smart, innovative, and motivated talent.
University of Oxford, Mathematical Institute
Oxford, UK
About the role
We are seeking to appoint to an exciting new Full-Stack Development Lead role on a permanent, full time basis. This is a pivotal post within our established and highly impactful IT Team, which has been designed to ensure that our IT and software development operations run smoothly.
As a senior member of the IT team, you will support service delivery by leading, driving and delivering longer-term technical projects to meet deadlines and by maintaining agreed service levels. This new role builds our IT team’s resilience at a senior technical level; you will report to the Head of IT who, amongst other management duties, acts as the overall IT architect and also leads, drives, and delivers various technical projects. As a senior leader, you will also act as a mentor to more junior team members to assist them in developing existing skills and gaining new ones.
This post presents a great opportunity to take ownership of various projects previously overseen by the Head of IT, which could include: maintenance and further development of the departmental website; redesigning and reimplementing the examinations database; and developing various helper and automation scripts for the maintenance and automation of our IT systems. You can find a full list of potential projects outlined in the job description document.
Although you will be primarily based in central Oxford, the department are open to a hybrid working arrangement at typically two days per week from home.
About you
We are looking for candidates who are able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the principles and technical processes of full-stack web application development, including substantial development experience with an expert level in at least one of Python, PHP or Ruby on Rails, and substantial frontend development experience (e.g. using JavaScript, CSS, HTML).
You will have an honours degree or equivalent experience, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, in particular the ability to work very closely with a variety of end users including senior academic and professional services staff, students, visitors and collaborators, and to communicate deeply technical concepts to non-technical audiences. You will be highly self-motivated and enjoy working both independently and as an effective member of a small team, with a light management touch.
We proudly hold a departmental Athena SWAN Silver Award and an institutional Race Equality Charter Bronze Award, which guide our progress towards advancing racial and gender equality. As part of our strategic aim to improve staff equality and diversity, we would particularly welcome applications from BAME candidates, who are currently under-represented in positions of this type within the department.
Application Process
If you wish to speak to someone informally about this post, please contact Dr Waldemar Schlackow (Head of IT) [ mailto:waldemar.schlackow@maths.ox.ac.uk ] or Dr Keith Gillow (Director of IT and Physical Resources) [ mailto:keith.gillow@maths.ox.ac.uk ]. Informal enquiries regarding the application process should be directed to the Recruitment Coordinator (email: vacancies@maths.ox.ac.uk ), quoting vacancy reference 161377.
Applicants should read the job description document before writing their application. You will be required to upload a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria, a curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online application.
If no suitable applicants are identified at Grade 9, an appointment at Grade 8 (£43,414 - £51,805 per annum) with an appropriate adjustment to the duties may be considered.
Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. To apply for this post and for further details, including the job description and selection criteria, please click on the link below:
https://my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecruit/erq_jobspec_details_form.jobspec?p_id=161377
Only applications received before 12:00 noon UK time on Wednesday 16th November 2022 can be considered.
Oct 31, 2022
Full time
About the role
We are seeking to appoint to an exciting new Full-Stack Development Lead role on a permanent, full time basis. This is a pivotal post within our established and highly impactful IT Team, which has been designed to ensure that our IT and software development operations run smoothly.
As a senior member of the IT team, you will support service delivery by leading, driving and delivering longer-term technical projects to meet deadlines and by maintaining agreed service levels. This new role builds our IT team’s resilience at a senior technical level; you will report to the Head of IT who, amongst other management duties, acts as the overall IT architect and also leads, drives, and delivers various technical projects. As a senior leader, you will also act as a mentor to more junior team members to assist them in developing existing skills and gaining new ones.
This post presents a great opportunity to take ownership of various projects previously overseen by the Head of IT, which could include: maintenance and further development of the departmental website; redesigning and reimplementing the examinations database; and developing various helper and automation scripts for the maintenance and automation of our IT systems. You can find a full list of potential projects outlined in the job description document.
Although you will be primarily based in central Oxford, the department are open to a hybrid working arrangement at typically two days per week from home.
About you
We are looking for candidates who are able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the principles and technical processes of full-stack web application development, including substantial development experience with an expert level in at least one of Python, PHP or Ruby on Rails, and substantial frontend development experience (e.g. using JavaScript, CSS, HTML).
You will have an honours degree or equivalent experience, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, in particular the ability to work very closely with a variety of end users including senior academic and professional services staff, students, visitors and collaborators, and to communicate deeply technical concepts to non-technical audiences. You will be highly self-motivated and enjoy working both independently and as an effective member of a small team, with a light management touch.
We proudly hold a departmental Athena SWAN Silver Award and an institutional Race Equality Charter Bronze Award, which guide our progress towards advancing racial and gender equality. As part of our strategic aim to improve staff equality and diversity, we would particularly welcome applications from BAME candidates, who are currently under-represented in positions of this type within the department.
Application Process
If you wish to speak to someone informally about this post, please contact Dr Waldemar Schlackow (Head of IT) [ mailto:waldemar.schlackow@maths.ox.ac.uk ] or Dr Keith Gillow (Director of IT and Physical Resources) [ mailto:keith.gillow@maths.ox.ac.uk ]. Informal enquiries regarding the application process should be directed to the Recruitment Coordinator (email: vacancies@maths.ox.ac.uk ), quoting vacancy reference 161377.
Applicants should read the job description document before writing their application. You will be required to upload a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria, a curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online application.
If no suitable applicants are identified at Grade 9, an appointment at Grade 8 (£43,414 - £51,805 per annum) with an appropriate adjustment to the duties may be considered.
Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. To apply for this post and for further details, including the job description and selection criteria, please click on the link below:
https://my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecruit/erq_jobspec_details_form.jobspec?p_id=161377
Only applications received before 12:00 noon UK time on Wednesday 16th November 2022 can be considered.
Job Description for Business Analyst:
There’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you’ll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.
We’re an organisation that’s here to experiment and push the limits of what’s possible. So, if you’re keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.
The Technical Business Analysts (TBA) will act as an intermediary between the business and technical delivery teams. Working with Business Engagement Partners, IT project teams and business clients, the TBA will collect, clarify, and translate requirements into requirements definition and conceptual design (using appropriate tools and techniques) from which applications and solutions are developed.
The TBA may also provide project management for small technical projects and work packages.
Main Responsibilities for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Essential Criteria for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years’ worth of UK residency).
Desirable Criteria for Business Analyst:
Experience of working with both business and IT projects within a secure environment.
Willingness to travel to other UK locations and a full UK Driving license.
Comfortable in managing small projects, if required.
About The Company
Grounded in robust science and decades of experience, National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is the authoritative voice in the UK and beyond for technological development within the nuclear power sector.
Our unparalleled understanding of the science, challenges and opportunities makes us an unrivalled authority and partner in the field, providing experts, technologies, and access to cutting-edge facilities to organisations around the world.
Harnessing potential technologies and translating them into to industry-ready solutions means our pioneering approach spearheads international improvement and technological progress.
We work on projects as small as drilling a hole to analyse underground wastes with our integrated micro drilling technology, or as large as developing state-of-the-art power systems for spacecraft, based on radioactive materials
NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.
Recruitment Agency Notice
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.
Aug 19, 2022
Full time
Job Description for Business Analyst:
There’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you’ll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.
We’re an organisation that’s here to experiment and push the limits of what’s possible. So, if you’re keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.
The Technical Business Analysts (TBA) will act as an intermediary between the business and technical delivery teams. Working with Business Engagement Partners, IT project teams and business clients, the TBA will collect, clarify, and translate requirements into requirements definition and conceptual design (using appropriate tools and techniques) from which applications and solutions are developed.
The TBA may also provide project management for small technical projects and work packages.
Main Responsibilities for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Essential Criteria for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years’ worth of UK residency).
Desirable Criteria for Business Analyst:
Experience of working with both business and IT projects within a secure environment.
Willingness to travel to other UK locations and a full UK Driving license.
Comfortable in managing small projects, if required.
About The Company
Grounded in robust science and decades of experience, National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is the authoritative voice in the UK and beyond for technological development within the nuclear power sector.
Our unparalleled understanding of the science, challenges and opportunities makes us an unrivalled authority and partner in the field, providing experts, technologies, and access to cutting-edge facilities to organisations around the world.
Harnessing potential technologies and translating them into to industry-ready solutions means our pioneering approach spearheads international improvement and technological progress.
We work on projects as small as drilling a hole to analyse underground wastes with our integrated micro drilling technology, or as large as developing state-of-the-art power systems for spacecraft, based on radioactive materials
NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.
Recruitment Agency Notice
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.
This role has a starting salary of £22,504 per annum, based on a 14-hour working week (£57,868 full-time equivalent). This is a 12-month fixed term contract. We are excited to be hiring a new part time Data Ethics Lead to join our fantastic Data Strategy and Information Governance teams, based in our Reigate headquarters. This is a part time role for which we welcome applications from candidate seeking a working pattern of between or equivalent to 2 or 3 days per week. Many of our staff also work flexibly, including term-time only, so we welcome a conversation as to what working pattern or hours might work best for you. This role could particularly suit someone with another part-time post, caring responsibilities, or who is studying alongside work. Rewards and Benefits: 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Role As Data Ethics Lead, you will work with stakeholders to implement, refine, and embed the Council's emerging approach to data ethics, and support important projects in identifying, addressing, and mitigating their data ethics risks. Hosted within the corporate Information Governance function, but also engaging closely with a range of organisational stakeholders, you will support those facing data ethical dilemmas to identify, address and mitigate these, ensuring the council does the right thing, above and beyond solely complying with its legal obligations around data. The initial focus will be to embed and deliver the 12-month pilot phase of Surrey County Council's Data Ethics Framework, as part of our Data Strategy, including developing and implementing a communications plan to raise awareness of the framework. Beyond this, the role would undertake an assessment of the effectiveness of the framework during the pilot year, and make recommendations for the approach moving forward, such that data ethics contributes to our overall data principles, namely that: We value data as an asset We actively manage data We share data appropriately We use data to support decision making About the Team At Surrey, our vision is to help create better lives, a better place, and a county where no-one is left behind. To help deliver this vision we are committed to transforming the way the Council manages and uses data and creates insight. Our Data Strategy Programme has made some great progress over the last couple of years and is moving into an important delivery phase. It's an exciting time to join our dedicated data strategy and Information Governance teams and to be involved in this ambitious transformation. About You As part of the application process, you will be asked to answer the following questions along with uploading your CV: Describe a situation where you had to navigate the ethical considerations of a data-related project. How did you ensure an inclusive approach, and what impact did it have on the project's outcome? Share an example of a framework, guide, or resource you have developed for data ethics or a related field and how you ensured its effectiveness. Discuss a project where you had to communicate complex data ethics concepts to stakeholders with varying levels of expertise. How did you tailor your communication to different audiences? Describe a project where you demonstrated strong organisational and project management skills, particularly in leading and influencing stakeholders across different levels of seniority. In order to be considered for shortlisting, your answers to the above questions and your CV will clearly evidence the following shortlisting criteria: You will have a strong understanding of ethics, and legislation relating to data, as well as a keen interest in the latest research and academic developments in data ethics. You will also have experience in developing and creating frameworks, guides, and resources for data ethics or a related field in a way that makes complex information simple and accessible. You will have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with an ability to work across organisational and service boundaries and engage as a peer with experts in data, analytics and technology. You will have great organisational and project management skills, including experience of leading and influencing individual and group stakeholders across all levels of seniority and able to demonstrate an inclusive approach to consensus building as well as the ability to incorporate disparate views of underrepresented groups in evolving products and policy work. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/04/2024. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £22,504 per annum, based on a 14-hour working week (£57,868 full-time equivalent). This is a 12-month fixed term contract. We are excited to be hiring a new part time Data Ethics Lead to join our fantastic Data Strategy and Information Governance teams, based in our Reigate headquarters. This is a part time role for which we welcome applications from candidate seeking a working pattern of between or equivalent to 2 or 3 days per week. Many of our staff also work flexibly, including term-time only, so we welcome a conversation as to what working pattern or hours might work best for you. This role could particularly suit someone with another part-time post, caring responsibilities, or who is studying alongside work. Rewards and Benefits: 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Role As Data Ethics Lead, you will work with stakeholders to implement, refine, and embed the Council's emerging approach to data ethics, and support important projects in identifying, addressing, and mitigating their data ethics risks. Hosted within the corporate Information Governance function, but also engaging closely with a range of organisational stakeholders, you will support those facing data ethical dilemmas to identify, address and mitigate these, ensuring the council does the right thing, above and beyond solely complying with its legal obligations around data. The initial focus will be to embed and deliver the 12-month pilot phase of Surrey County Council's Data Ethics Framework, as part of our Data Strategy, including developing and implementing a communications plan to raise awareness of the framework. Beyond this, the role would undertake an assessment of the effectiveness of the framework during the pilot year, and make recommendations for the approach moving forward, such that data ethics contributes to our overall data principles, namely that: We value data as an asset We actively manage data We share data appropriately We use data to support decision making About the Team At Surrey, our vision is to help create better lives, a better place, and a county where no-one is left behind. To help deliver this vision we are committed to transforming the way the Council manages and uses data and creates insight. Our Data Strategy Programme has made some great progress over the last couple of years and is moving into an important delivery phase. It's an exciting time to join our dedicated data strategy and Information Governance teams and to be involved in this ambitious transformation. About You As part of the application process, you will be asked to answer the following questions along with uploading your CV: Describe a situation where you had to navigate the ethical considerations of a data-related project. How did you ensure an inclusive approach, and what impact did it have on the project's outcome? Share an example of a framework, guide, or resource you have developed for data ethics or a related field and how you ensured its effectiveness. Discuss a project where you had to communicate complex data ethics concepts to stakeholders with varying levels of expertise. How did you tailor your communication to different audiences? Describe a project where you demonstrated strong organisational and project management skills, particularly in leading and influencing stakeholders across different levels of seniority. In order to be considered for shortlisting, your answers to the above questions and your CV will clearly evidence the following shortlisting criteria: You will have a strong understanding of ethics, and legislation relating to data, as well as a keen interest in the latest research and academic developments in data ethics. You will also have experience in developing and creating frameworks, guides, and resources for data ethics or a related field in a way that makes complex information simple and accessible. You will have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with an ability to work across organisational and service boundaries and engage as a peer with experts in data, analytics and technology. You will have great organisational and project management skills, including experience of leading and influencing individual and group stakeholders across all levels of seniority and able to demonstrate an inclusive approach to consensus building as well as the ability to incorporate disparate views of underrepresented groups in evolving products and policy work. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/04/2024. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Jonathan Lee Recruitment
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
We are working with an organisation based in the Gloucester area in the defence sector who help protect highly sensitive information, across difficult cybersecurity challenges to protect security and critical infrastructure. We are recruiting a Principal Systems Engineer to join their engineering function providing expertise to all projects through the bid and full development lifecycle. It ensures that both project and statutory requirements are met and works to improve the effectiveness of the systems design function within the company. It is responsible for the system architecture and integration of the solution. It is responsible for design for cost and design for manufacture. The Principal Systems Engineer will be part of an agile organisation, working on multiple domains and projects throughout the engineering lifecycle. Working on state-of-the-art Cyber Security equipment within high-grade crypto and information assurance. This is an onsite role based in their state of the art facility in Maidenhead. This role will be senior from a technical perspective applying technical / professional knowledge to one or more projects simultaneously, with opportunities for technical leadership and/or line management of a team of 5 system engineers. Responsible for / Key responsibilities Develop technical solutions to large and complex engineering problems, following Systems Engineering processes, to ensure customer requirements are satisfied. Develop Systems Engineering artefacts, as required, across the product development lifecycle, to result in a positive project outcome. Provide technical direction and exert technical influence across one or more projects, such that the optimal approach, architecture, design, and implementation are selected. Responsible for the design, development and delivery of Systems Engineering artefacts for one or more projects to ensure high quality deliverables. Work closely with the system, hardware and software architects to ensure consistency, design for modularity and re-use, and technical excellence. Plan, co-ordinate and present at internal and external design reviews, to senior management and customers, to ensure a successful event. Actively contribute to and/or lead defined aspects of the project to achieve optimal balance between requirements, schedule and cost. Manage customers and external suppliers to ensure compliance with agreed processes and achievement of project objectives. Generate and review technical proposals, and provide accurate estimates for the associated effort, costs and risks, for bids and proposals, leading to contract awards. Reviews and signs off significant technical documents; frequently chairs technical reviews for significant deliverables. Explains technically complex concepts clearly to less technical/involved parties. Manage security of information as defined in the Security manual to ensure compliance with Government regulations. The role will either have Line Management, Technical Management or Subject Matter Expert responsibilities: Line management of a team of systems engineers (1-5), responsible for their PDPs, training and development and approval of the team's requests (e.g. annual leave etc.). Technical management of a team of systems engineers (1-5) on a project, their tasking and being responsible for the quality of their technical delivery and adherence to schedule. Subject Matter Expertise, and recognised as the company expert, in a specific subject matter, such as a specific product type or technical area. Qualifications / skills required Essential: Degree in an engineering, mathematical or science-based subject or equivalent experience. Significant experience and a full understanding of Systems Engineering, the V-Model and associated processes/lifecycles. Significant experience of developing high quality requirements and establishing a fully compliant systems design. Experience in writing high quality technical documentation and the formal technical review of such material. Experience working as a technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) and developing new areas of expertise as and when required. Advanced knowledge of System Engineering practices, methodologies, processes, techniques and technology trends. Desirable: Experience of DOORS, UML, SEBoK, Enterprise Architect and SysML. Experience of hands-on development of either hardware, software or firmware development, particularly in an embedded environment Notice Due to the nature of the programs the organisation delivers for customers, candidates may need to obtain the relevant security clearance or handle export-controlled material as defined by the role's requirements. Benefits Every employee is critical to our success, and as such, we offer a range of flexible employee benefits, including: Annual Bonus Private Medical Cover 25 days' holiday with the option to buy an extra 5 Pension Contribution 4 x Life Assurance Cover Flexible working hours with a 1pm finish on a Friday Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, will writing and more Monthly Security Clearance Allowance - Subject to you holding the required security clearance In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
We are working with an organisation based in the Gloucester area in the defence sector who help protect highly sensitive information, across difficult cybersecurity challenges to protect security and critical infrastructure. We are recruiting a Principal Systems Engineer to join their engineering function providing expertise to all projects through the bid and full development lifecycle. It ensures that both project and statutory requirements are met and works to improve the effectiveness of the systems design function within the company. It is responsible for the system architecture and integration of the solution. It is responsible for design for cost and design for manufacture. The Principal Systems Engineer will be part of an agile organisation, working on multiple domains and projects throughout the engineering lifecycle. Working on state-of-the-art Cyber Security equipment within high-grade crypto and information assurance. This is an onsite role based in their state of the art facility in Maidenhead. This role will be senior from a technical perspective applying technical / professional knowledge to one or more projects simultaneously, with opportunities for technical leadership and/or line management of a team of 5 system engineers. Responsible for / Key responsibilities Develop technical solutions to large and complex engineering problems, following Systems Engineering processes, to ensure customer requirements are satisfied. Develop Systems Engineering artefacts, as required, across the product development lifecycle, to result in a positive project outcome. Provide technical direction and exert technical influence across one or more projects, such that the optimal approach, architecture, design, and implementation are selected. Responsible for the design, development and delivery of Systems Engineering artefacts for one or more projects to ensure high quality deliverables. Work closely with the system, hardware and software architects to ensure consistency, design for modularity and re-use, and technical excellence. Plan, co-ordinate and present at internal and external design reviews, to senior management and customers, to ensure a successful event. Actively contribute to and/or lead defined aspects of the project to achieve optimal balance between requirements, schedule and cost. Manage customers and external suppliers to ensure compliance with agreed processes and achievement of project objectives. Generate and review technical proposals, and provide accurate estimates for the associated effort, costs and risks, for bids and proposals, leading to contract awards. Reviews and signs off significant technical documents; frequently chairs technical reviews for significant deliverables. Explains technically complex concepts clearly to less technical/involved parties. Manage security of information as defined in the Security manual to ensure compliance with Government regulations. The role will either have Line Management, Technical Management or Subject Matter Expert responsibilities: Line management of a team of systems engineers (1-5), responsible for their PDPs, training and development and approval of the team's requests (e.g. annual leave etc.). Technical management of a team of systems engineers (1-5) on a project, their tasking and being responsible for the quality of their technical delivery and adherence to schedule. Subject Matter Expertise, and recognised as the company expert, in a specific subject matter, such as a specific product type or technical area. Qualifications / skills required Essential: Degree in an engineering, mathematical or science-based subject or equivalent experience. Significant experience and a full understanding of Systems Engineering, the V-Model and associated processes/lifecycles. Significant experience of developing high quality requirements and establishing a fully compliant systems design. Experience in writing high quality technical documentation and the formal technical review of such material. Experience working as a technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) and developing new areas of expertise as and when required. Advanced knowledge of System Engineering practices, methodologies, processes, techniques and technology trends. Desirable: Experience of DOORS, UML, SEBoK, Enterprise Architect and SysML. Experience of hands-on development of either hardware, software or firmware development, particularly in an embedded environment Notice Due to the nature of the programs the organisation delivers for customers, candidates may need to obtain the relevant security clearance or handle export-controlled material as defined by the role's requirements. Benefits Every employee is critical to our success, and as such, we offer a range of flexible employee benefits, including: Annual Bonus Private Medical Cover 25 days' holiday with the option to buy an extra 5 Pension Contribution 4 x Life Assurance Cover Flexible working hours with a 1pm finish on a Friday Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, will writing and more Monthly Security Clearance Allowance - Subject to you holding the required security clearance In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included
Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
We are working with an organisation based in the Gloucester area in the defence sector who help protect highly sensitive information, across difficult cybersecurity challenges to protect security and critical infrastructure. We are recruiting a Principal Systems Engineer to join their engineering function providing expertise to all projects through the bid and full development lifecycle. It ensures that both project and statutory requirements are met and works to improve the effectiveness of the systems design function within the company. It is responsible for the system architecture and integration of the solution. It is responsible for design for cost and design for manufacture. The Principal Systems Engineer will be part of an agile organisation, working on multiple domains and projects throughout the engineering lifecycle. Working on state-of-the-art Cyber Security equipment within high-grade crypto and information assurance. This is an onsite role based in their state of the art facility in Maidenhead. This role will be senior from a technical perspective applying technical / professional knowledge to one or more projects simultaneously, with opportunities for technical leadership and/or line management of a team of 5 system engineers. Responsible for / Key responsibilities Develop technical solutions to large and complex engineering problems, following Systems Engineering processes, to ensure customer requirements are satisfied. Develop Systems Engineering artefacts, as required, across the product development lifecycle, to result in a positive project outcome. Provide technical direction and exert technical influence across one or more projects, such that the optimal approach, architecture, design, and implementation are selected. Responsible for the design, development and delivery of Systems Engineering artefacts for one or more projects to ensure high quality deliverables. Work closely with the system, hardware and software architects to ensure consistency, design for modularity and re-use, and technical excellence. Plan, co-ordinate and present at internal and external design reviews, to senior management and customers, to ensure a successful event. Actively contribute to and/or lead defined aspects of the project to achieve optimal balance between requirements, schedule and cost. Manage customers and external suppliers to ensure compliance with agreed processes and achievement of project objectives. Generate and review technical proposals, and provide accurate estimates for the associated effort, costs and risks, for bids and proposals, leading to contract awards. Reviews and signs off significant technical documents; frequently chairs technical reviews for significant deliverables. Explains technically complex concepts clearly to less technical/involved parties. Manage security of information as defined in the Security manual to ensure compliance with Government regulations. The role will either have Line Management, Technical Management or Subject Matter Expert responsibilities: Line management of a team of systems engineers (1-5), responsible for their PDPs, training and development and approval of the team's requests (e.g. annual leave etc.). Technical management of a team of systems engineers (1-5) on a project, their tasking and being responsible for the quality of their technical delivery and adherence to schedule. Subject Matter Expertise, and recognised as the company expert, in a specific subject matter, such as a specific product type or technical area. Qualifications / skills required Essential: Degree in an engineering, mathematical or science-based subject or equivalent experience. Significant experience and a full understanding of Systems Engineering, the V-Model and associated processes/lifecycles. Significant experience of developing high quality requirements and establishing a fully compliant systems design. Experience in writing high quality technical documentation and the formal technical review of such material. Experience working as a technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) and developing new areas of expertise as and when required. Advanced knowledge of System Engineering practices, methodologies, processes, techniques and technology trends. Desirable: Experience of DOORS, UML, SEBoK, Enterprise Architect and SysML. Experience of hands-on development of either hardware, software or firmware development, particularly in an embedded environment Notice Due to the nature of the programs the organisation delivers for customers, candidates may need to obtain the relevant security clearance or handle export-controlled material as defined by the role's requirements. Benefits Every employee is critical to our success, and as such, we offer a range of flexible employee benefits, including: Annual Bonus Private Medical Cover 25 days' holiday with the option to buy an extra 5 Pension Contribution 4 x Life Assurance Cover Flexible working hours with a 1pm finish on a Friday Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, will writing and more Monthly Security Clearance Allowance - Subject to you holding the required security clearance In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
We are working with an organisation based in the Gloucester area in the defence sector who help protect highly sensitive information, across difficult cybersecurity challenges to protect security and critical infrastructure. We are recruiting a Principal Systems Engineer to join their engineering function providing expertise to all projects through the bid and full development lifecycle. It ensures that both project and statutory requirements are met and works to improve the effectiveness of the systems design function within the company. It is responsible for the system architecture and integration of the solution. It is responsible for design for cost and design for manufacture. The Principal Systems Engineer will be part of an agile organisation, working on multiple domains and projects throughout the engineering lifecycle. Working on state-of-the-art Cyber Security equipment within high-grade crypto and information assurance. This is an onsite role based in their state of the art facility in Maidenhead. This role will be senior from a technical perspective applying technical / professional knowledge to one or more projects simultaneously, with opportunities for technical leadership and/or line management of a team of 5 system engineers. Responsible for / Key responsibilities Develop technical solutions to large and complex engineering problems, following Systems Engineering processes, to ensure customer requirements are satisfied. Develop Systems Engineering artefacts, as required, across the product development lifecycle, to result in a positive project outcome. Provide technical direction and exert technical influence across one or more projects, such that the optimal approach, architecture, design, and implementation are selected. Responsible for the design, development and delivery of Systems Engineering artefacts for one or more projects to ensure high quality deliverables. Work closely with the system, hardware and software architects to ensure consistency, design for modularity and re-use, and technical excellence. Plan, co-ordinate and present at internal and external design reviews, to senior management and customers, to ensure a successful event. Actively contribute to and/or lead defined aspects of the project to achieve optimal balance between requirements, schedule and cost. Manage customers and external suppliers to ensure compliance with agreed processes and achievement of project objectives. Generate and review technical proposals, and provide accurate estimates for the associated effort, costs and risks, for bids and proposals, leading to contract awards. Reviews and signs off significant technical documents; frequently chairs technical reviews for significant deliverables. Explains technically complex concepts clearly to less technical/involved parties. Manage security of information as defined in the Security manual to ensure compliance with Government regulations. The role will either have Line Management, Technical Management or Subject Matter Expert responsibilities: Line management of a team of systems engineers (1-5), responsible for their PDPs, training and development and approval of the team's requests (e.g. annual leave etc.). Technical management of a team of systems engineers (1-5) on a project, their tasking and being responsible for the quality of their technical delivery and adherence to schedule. Subject Matter Expertise, and recognised as the company expert, in a specific subject matter, such as a specific product type or technical area. Qualifications / skills required Essential: Degree in an engineering, mathematical or science-based subject or equivalent experience. Significant experience and a full understanding of Systems Engineering, the V-Model and associated processes/lifecycles. Significant experience of developing high quality requirements and establishing a fully compliant systems design. Experience in writing high quality technical documentation and the formal technical review of such material. Experience working as a technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) and developing new areas of expertise as and when required. Advanced knowledge of System Engineering practices, methodologies, processes, techniques and technology trends. Desirable: Experience of DOORS, UML, SEBoK, Enterprise Architect and SysML. Experience of hands-on development of either hardware, software or firmware development, particularly in an embedded environment Notice Due to the nature of the programs the organisation delivers for customers, candidates may need to obtain the relevant security clearance or handle export-controlled material as defined by the role's requirements. Benefits Every employee is critical to our success, and as such, we offer a range of flexible employee benefits, including: Annual Bonus Private Medical Cover 25 days' holiday with the option to buy an extra 5 Pension Contribution 4 x Life Assurance Cover Flexible working hours with a 1pm finish on a Friday Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, will writing and more Monthly Security Clearance Allowance - Subject to you holding the required security clearance In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included
This rapidly growing company, comprised of award-winning specialist companies, that excel in providing an array of devices and services, that help save and improve lives, are now looking for a Project Manager of their new ERP System - D365 BC. Their primary goal is to enhance care through their innovative solutions. With a network of over 1,500 suppliers supporting the NHS, they have established themselves as a top 20 supplier since inception, back in 2008. Headquartered in North Yorkshire, they have a distribution hub that is some 80,000 sq ft in size; which houses over 600,000 devices. Their unique blend of distributed, as well as proprietary products, has expanded their reach to over 45 countries worldwide. Reporting to the Head of Business Systems, the successful candidate will lead group wide projects, encompassing existing system development, new system implementations and business expansion integrations for M&A and third party partners to add value and facilitate business growth. This broad role offers a unique opportunity to be responsible for a series of projects and integrations that will ensure millions more devices enhance patient care. The role would suit an experienced Project Manager with previous system implementation and business integration experience, who is keen to develop their skills in a fast-paced and rapidly growing business. Package & Benefits £45k 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension (5.6% ER + Salary Sacrifice NI saving & 3% EE) Private Medical Westfield Healthcare Cashplan Driving licence and own vehicle essential Role: System project management, encompassing existing system development, new system implementations and business expansion integrations for M&A and third party partners 1 direct report = Project Coordinator The Project Manager is responsible for end-to-end project delivery to ensure continuous development of effective and efficient systems, whilst delivering strategic improvements to drive ongoing business growth Project Management Translate strategic objectives into project planning and delivery Ensure all project developments & integrations adopt best practice project management standards and meet the requirements of the long-term business plan Manage projects to ensure timely and cost effective delivery for the benefit of all business stakeholders Help drive continuous system development, improving capability, efficiency and reliability to ultimately add value Deliver timely and accurate project reporting to the Head of Business Systems and Management Board Management of the third party relationships under system, support and project contracts for effective delivery and cost Development Projects Help to identify system upgrade, development and replacement opportunities to improve capability, efficiency and reliability Effective planning and project management of upgrade, development and replacement projects Implementation Projects Help to identify new processes and systems to increase capability, optimize performance and enable the ongoing growth Effective planning and project management of new implementation projects Integration Projects Involvement in integration assessment of M&A targets and third party providers, including due diligence support and project planning Effective planning and project management of integration projects to meet the strategic expansion objectives of the group Essential 5 years experience in a project management or systems development role Successful delivery of strategic projects and key stakeholder reporting Mergers & Acquisition system integration experience Desirable Prince2 project management qualified Microsoft Dynamics BC experience Experience developing & implementing systems for a global supply chain business Experience of operating under Device Quality Management Systems (ISO13485) Skills Excellent communication and management skills Strong planning skills, with project planning and change management capabilities Advanced computer literacy skills including Financial, Warehouse and MS Office applications (including MS Project)
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
This rapidly growing company, comprised of award-winning specialist companies, that excel in providing an array of devices and services, that help save and improve lives, are now looking for a Project Manager of their new ERP System - D365 BC. Their primary goal is to enhance care through their innovative solutions. With a network of over 1,500 suppliers supporting the NHS, they have established themselves as a top 20 supplier since inception, back in 2008. Headquartered in North Yorkshire, they have a distribution hub that is some 80,000 sq ft in size; which houses over 600,000 devices. Their unique blend of distributed, as well as proprietary products, has expanded their reach to over 45 countries worldwide. Reporting to the Head of Business Systems, the successful candidate will lead group wide projects, encompassing existing system development, new system implementations and business expansion integrations for M&A and third party partners to add value and facilitate business growth. This broad role offers a unique opportunity to be responsible for a series of projects and integrations that will ensure millions more devices enhance patient care. The role would suit an experienced Project Manager with previous system implementation and business integration experience, who is keen to develop their skills in a fast-paced and rapidly growing business. Package & Benefits £45k 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension (5.6% ER + Salary Sacrifice NI saving & 3% EE) Private Medical Westfield Healthcare Cashplan Driving licence and own vehicle essential Role: System project management, encompassing existing system development, new system implementations and business expansion integrations for M&A and third party partners 1 direct report = Project Coordinator The Project Manager is responsible for end-to-end project delivery to ensure continuous development of effective and efficient systems, whilst delivering strategic improvements to drive ongoing business growth Project Management Translate strategic objectives into project planning and delivery Ensure all project developments & integrations adopt best practice project management standards and meet the requirements of the long-term business plan Manage projects to ensure timely and cost effective delivery for the benefit of all business stakeholders Help drive continuous system development, improving capability, efficiency and reliability to ultimately add value Deliver timely and accurate project reporting to the Head of Business Systems and Management Board Management of the third party relationships under system, support and project contracts for effective delivery and cost Development Projects Help to identify system upgrade, development and replacement opportunities to improve capability, efficiency and reliability Effective planning and project management of upgrade, development and replacement projects Implementation Projects Help to identify new processes and systems to increase capability, optimize performance and enable the ongoing growth Effective planning and project management of new implementation projects Integration Projects Involvement in integration assessment of M&A targets and third party providers, including due diligence support and project planning Effective planning and project management of integration projects to meet the strategic expansion objectives of the group Essential 5 years experience in a project management or systems development role Successful delivery of strategic projects and key stakeholder reporting Mergers & Acquisition system integration experience Desirable Prince2 project management qualified Microsoft Dynamics BC experience Experience developing & implementing systems for a global supply chain business Experience of operating under Device Quality Management Systems (ISO13485) Skills Excellent communication and management skills Strong planning skills, with project planning and change management capabilities Advanced computer literacy skills including Financial, Warehouse and MS Office applications (including MS Project)
This rapidly growing company (comprised of award-winning specialist companies) that excel in providing an array of devices and services that help save and improve lives, are now looking for a new Head of Business Systems. Their primary goal is to enhance care through their innovative solutions. With a network of over 1,500 suppliers supporting the NHS, they have established themselves as a top 20 supplier since inception, back in 2008. Headquartered in North Yorkshire, they have a distribution hub that is some 80,000 sq ft in size; which houses over 600,000 devices. Their unique blend of distributed, as well as proprietary products, has expanded their reach to over 45 countries worldwide. The Business Systems Head, will Report into the Chief Financial Officer and the successful candidate will lead Business Systems, encompassing existing capability and business expansion through M&A and third party partners. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to play a critical and leading role in the ambitious growth plans of the Group to increase the global supply of devices and enhance care. Salary and benefits package: £70k to £75k 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Bonus TBC Pension (5.6% ER + Salary Sacrifice NI saving & 3% EE) Private Medical Westfield Healthcare Cashplan Driving licence and own vehicle essential The Head of Business Systems role is responsible for continuous development of effective and efficient systems, whilst delivering strategic improvements to drive ongoing business growth. The Head of Business Systems has leadership responsibility for all system related functions, including IT, Projects, ERP Administration, Third Party integrations and the impact of M&A on the systems of the organization Systems Leadership - D365 BC V24 Lead the system related functions to ensure effective interactions for all business stakeholders Drive continuous improvement to deliver efficiency and reliability improvements in systems to add value, whilst providing commercial analysis to support growth Deliver timely and accurate monthly reporting to the Management Board and Chief Officers IT Ensure strategic objectives are translated into IT capability Ensure networks effectively meets business continuity and disaster recovery requirements Manage IT & software contracts and deliver effective long-term price controls Projects & Integrations Ensure all projects & integrations adopt best practice project management standards and meet the requirements of the long-term business plan Drive improvement and investment in systems to optimize the performance of the group for the long term Manage system integrations including M&A and third party contracts to add maximum value, optimize performance and ensure budgetary control ERP Administration Ensure primary ERP system meets the necessary standards and requirements of all key stakeholders & the business plan Deliver the necessary system support and long-term improvements to enable the wider business to generate growth Function Development Implement goals and objectives for self and function to drive improvements in system performance Be aware of and promote best practice and performance standards Support strategic expansion through global distributors, international 3PL partners and M&A opportunities Essential 10 years experience in a highly regulated operational environment, with a minimum 5 years of senior leadership experience Experience developing & implementing systems for a global supply chain business Strategic project delivery, involving Board level reporting System integration of Mergers & Acquisition experience Desirable Experience of operating under Medical Device Quality Management Systems (ISO13485) Private Equity backed business experience Microsoft Dynamics BC experience Skills Excellent leadership, communication and management skills Strong strategical planning skills, with project planning and change management capabilities Advanced computer literacy skills including Financial, Warehouse and MS Office applications
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
This rapidly growing company (comprised of award-winning specialist companies) that excel in providing an array of devices and services that help save and improve lives, are now looking for a new Head of Business Systems. Their primary goal is to enhance care through their innovative solutions. With a network of over 1,500 suppliers supporting the NHS, they have established themselves as a top 20 supplier since inception, back in 2008. Headquartered in North Yorkshire, they have a distribution hub that is some 80,000 sq ft in size; which houses over 600,000 devices. Their unique blend of distributed, as well as proprietary products, has expanded their reach to over 45 countries worldwide. The Business Systems Head, will Report into the Chief Financial Officer and the successful candidate will lead Business Systems, encompassing existing capability and business expansion through M&A and third party partners. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to play a critical and leading role in the ambitious growth plans of the Group to increase the global supply of devices and enhance care. Salary and benefits package: £70k to £75k 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Bonus TBC Pension (5.6% ER + Salary Sacrifice NI saving & 3% EE) Private Medical Westfield Healthcare Cashplan Driving licence and own vehicle essential The Head of Business Systems role is responsible for continuous development of effective and efficient systems, whilst delivering strategic improvements to drive ongoing business growth. The Head of Business Systems has leadership responsibility for all system related functions, including IT, Projects, ERP Administration, Third Party integrations and the impact of M&A on the systems of the organization Systems Leadership - D365 BC V24 Lead the system related functions to ensure effective interactions for all business stakeholders Drive continuous improvement to deliver efficiency and reliability improvements in systems to add value, whilst providing commercial analysis to support growth Deliver timely and accurate monthly reporting to the Management Board and Chief Officers IT Ensure strategic objectives are translated into IT capability Ensure networks effectively meets business continuity and disaster recovery requirements Manage IT & software contracts and deliver effective long-term price controls Projects & Integrations Ensure all projects & integrations adopt best practice project management standards and meet the requirements of the long-term business plan Drive improvement and investment in systems to optimize the performance of the group for the long term Manage system integrations including M&A and third party contracts to add maximum value, optimize performance and ensure budgetary control ERP Administration Ensure primary ERP system meets the necessary standards and requirements of all key stakeholders & the business plan Deliver the necessary system support and long-term improvements to enable the wider business to generate growth Function Development Implement goals and objectives for self and function to drive improvements in system performance Be aware of and promote best practice and performance standards Support strategic expansion through global distributors, international 3PL partners and M&A opportunities Essential 10 years experience in a highly regulated operational environment, with a minimum 5 years of senior leadership experience Experience developing & implementing systems for a global supply chain business Strategic project delivery, involving Board level reporting System integration of Mergers & Acquisition experience Desirable Experience of operating under Medical Device Quality Management Systems (ISO13485) Private Equity backed business experience Microsoft Dynamics BC experience Skills Excellent leadership, communication and management skills Strong strategical planning skills, with project planning and change management capabilities Advanced computer literacy skills including Financial, Warehouse and MS Office applications
Role: IT Business Relationship Manager Salary: Up to £58,(Apply online only) + Benefits Location: Derbyshire Type : Permanent Xpertise are working with a great business in Derbyshire who are looking to appoint an IT Business Relationship Manager to join their ever-growing IT division. Reporting to the Head of IT, this role will include managing a team of IT Business partners and being a point of escalation where required. You will be a natural relationship builder and have the ability to cement rapports with stakeholders at all levels which will feed into the business s IT roadmap and strategy. Key Responsibilities The IT Business Relationship Manager is a team management role, responsible for overseeing the daily management of the IT Business Partners and associated delivery. The business partner function is key in understanding business direction to help drive the digital transformation programme within IT & systems. As the IT Business Relationship Manager you will build relationships across all directorates and your team members, supporting their engagement into their allocated business areas. As part of managing a team you will be responsible for feeding back team progress of inflight projects at a programme level and making sure high level plans at up to date for review by the Head of ITS and programme delivery senior manager. Whilst managing the team of IT Business Partner direct reports, you will also maintain a level of IT Business Partners duties to cover some business areas. You will understand the architecture of business systems so you are aware of all the system integration / touchpoints across IT and the business and able to recognise implications within IT on infrastructure, service delivery, information security and more generally impact on business processes across the organisation. Strong awareness of PMO and project management methodologies to manage business systems project within the team, creating and maintaining all relevant project documentation to effectively steer business systems projects throughout the project lifecycle. If you would like to be considered for this role, apply below or get in contact with Joe Boyd: (url removed) for further details. Xpertise are acting as an employment agency and business.
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
Role: IT Business Relationship Manager Salary: Up to £58,(Apply online only) + Benefits Location: Derbyshire Type : Permanent Xpertise are working with a great business in Derbyshire who are looking to appoint an IT Business Relationship Manager to join their ever-growing IT division. Reporting to the Head of IT, this role will include managing a team of IT Business partners and being a point of escalation where required. You will be a natural relationship builder and have the ability to cement rapports with stakeholders at all levels which will feed into the business s IT roadmap and strategy. Key Responsibilities The IT Business Relationship Manager is a team management role, responsible for overseeing the daily management of the IT Business Partners and associated delivery. The business partner function is key in understanding business direction to help drive the digital transformation programme within IT & systems. As the IT Business Relationship Manager you will build relationships across all directorates and your team members, supporting their engagement into their allocated business areas. As part of managing a team you will be responsible for feeding back team progress of inflight projects at a programme level and making sure high level plans at up to date for review by the Head of ITS and programme delivery senior manager. Whilst managing the team of IT Business Partner direct reports, you will also maintain a level of IT Business Partners duties to cover some business areas. You will understand the architecture of business systems so you are aware of all the system integration / touchpoints across IT and the business and able to recognise implications within IT on infrastructure, service delivery, information security and more generally impact on business processes across the organisation. Strong awareness of PMO and project management methodologies to manage business systems project within the team, creating and maintaining all relevant project documentation to effectively steer business systems projects throughout the project lifecycle. If you would like to be considered for this role, apply below or get in contact with Joe Boyd: (url removed) for further details. Xpertise are acting as an employment agency and business.
This role has a starting salary of £22,504 per annum, based on a 14-hour working week (£57,868 full-time equivalent). This is a 12-month fixed term contract. We are excited to be hiring a new part time Data Ethics Lead to join our fantastic Data Strategy and Information Governance teams, based in our Reigate headquarters. This is a part time role for which we welcome applications from candidate seeking a working pattern of between or equivalent to 2 or 3 days per week. Many of our staff also work flexibly, including term-time only, so we welcome a conversation as to what working pattern or hours might work best for you. This role could particularly suit someone with another part-time post, caring responsibilities, or who is studying alongside work. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Role As Data Ethics Lead, you will work with stakeholders to implement, refine, and embed the Council's emerging approach to data ethics, and support important projects in identifying, addressing, and mitigating their data ethics risks. Hosted within the corporate Information Governance function, but also engaging closely with a range of organisational stakeholders, you will support those facing data ethical dilemmas to identify, address and mitigate these, ensuring the council does the right thing, above and beyond solely complying with its legal obligations around data. The initial focus will be to embed and deliver the 12-month pilot phase of Surrey County Council's Data Ethics Framework, as part of our Data Strategy, including developing and implementing a communications plan to raise awareness of the framework. Beyond this, the role would undertake an assessment of the effectiveness of the framework during the pilot year, and make recommendations for the approach moving forward, such that data ethics contributes to our overall data principles, namely that: We value data as an asset We actively manage data We share data appropriately We use data to support decision making About the Team At Surrey, our vision is to help create better lives, a better place, and a county where no-one is left behind. To help deliver this vision we are committed to transforming the way the Council manages and uses data and creates insight. Our Data Strategy Programme has made some great progress over the last couple of years and is moving into an important delivery phase. It's an exciting time to join our dedicated data strategy and Information Governance teams and to be involved in this ambitious transformation. About You As part of the application process, you will be asked to answer the following questions along with uploading your CV: Describe a situation where you had to navigate the ethical considerations of a data-related project. How did you ensure an inclusive approach, and what impact did it have on the project's outcome? Share an example of a framework, guide, or resource you have developed for data ethics or a related field and how you ensured its effectiveness. Discuss a project where you had to communicate complex data ethics concepts to stakeholders with varying levels of expertise. How did you tailor your communication to different audiences? Describe a project where you demonstrated strong organisational and project management skills, particularly in leading and influencing stakeholders across different levels of seniority. In order to be considered for shortlisting, your answers to the above questions and your CV will clearly evidence the following shortlisting criteria: You will have a strong understanding of ethics, and legislation relating to data, as well as a keen interest in the latest research and academic developments in data ethics. You will also have experience in developing and creating frameworks, guides, and resources for data ethics or a related field in a way that makes complex information simple and accessible. You will have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with an ability to work across organisational and service boundaries and engage as a peer with experts in data, analytics and technology. You will have great organisational and project management skills, including experience of leading and influencing individual and group stakeholders across all levels of seniority and able to demonstrate an inclusive approach to consensus building as well as the ability to incorporate disparate views of underrepresented groups in evolving products and policy work. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/04/2024. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £22,504 per annum, based on a 14-hour working week (£57,868 full-time equivalent). This is a 12-month fixed term contract. We are excited to be hiring a new part time Data Ethics Lead to join our fantastic Data Strategy and Information Governance teams, based in our Reigate headquarters. This is a part time role for which we welcome applications from candidate seeking a working pattern of between or equivalent to 2 or 3 days per week. Many of our staff also work flexibly, including term-time only, so we welcome a conversation as to what working pattern or hours might work best for you. This role could particularly suit someone with another part-time post, caring responsibilities, or who is studying alongside work. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Role As Data Ethics Lead, you will work with stakeholders to implement, refine, and embed the Council's emerging approach to data ethics, and support important projects in identifying, addressing, and mitigating their data ethics risks. Hosted within the corporate Information Governance function, but also engaging closely with a range of organisational stakeholders, you will support those facing data ethical dilemmas to identify, address and mitigate these, ensuring the council does the right thing, above and beyond solely complying with its legal obligations around data. The initial focus will be to embed and deliver the 12-month pilot phase of Surrey County Council's Data Ethics Framework, as part of our Data Strategy, including developing and implementing a communications plan to raise awareness of the framework. Beyond this, the role would undertake an assessment of the effectiveness of the framework during the pilot year, and make recommendations for the approach moving forward, such that data ethics contributes to our overall data principles, namely that: We value data as an asset We actively manage data We share data appropriately We use data to support decision making About the Team At Surrey, our vision is to help create better lives, a better place, and a county where no-one is left behind. To help deliver this vision we are committed to transforming the way the Council manages and uses data and creates insight. Our Data Strategy Programme has made some great progress over the last couple of years and is moving into an important delivery phase. It's an exciting time to join our dedicated data strategy and Information Governance teams and to be involved in this ambitious transformation. About You As part of the application process, you will be asked to answer the following questions along with uploading your CV: Describe a situation where you had to navigate the ethical considerations of a data-related project. How did you ensure an inclusive approach, and what impact did it have on the project's outcome? Share an example of a framework, guide, or resource you have developed for data ethics or a related field and how you ensured its effectiveness. Discuss a project where you had to communicate complex data ethics concepts to stakeholders with varying levels of expertise. How did you tailor your communication to different audiences? Describe a project where you demonstrated strong organisational and project management skills, particularly in leading and influencing stakeholders across different levels of seniority. In order to be considered for shortlisting, your answers to the above questions and your CV will clearly evidence the following shortlisting criteria: You will have a strong understanding of ethics, and legislation relating to data, as well as a keen interest in the latest research and academic developments in data ethics. You will also have experience in developing and creating frameworks, guides, and resources for data ethics or a related field in a way that makes complex information simple and accessible. You will have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with an ability to work across organisational and service boundaries and engage as a peer with experts in data, analytics and technology. You will have great organisational and project management skills, including experience of leading and influencing individual and group stakeholders across all levels of seniority and able to demonstrate an inclusive approach to consensus building as well as the ability to incorporate disparate views of underrepresented groups in evolving products and policy work. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/04/2024. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
IT Manager - Tewkesbury / work from home hybrid 60,000 - 70,000 + bonus + healthcare + 10% matched pension This is an excellent opportunity for a Head of IT / IT Manager / IT Infrastructure Manager to join a rapidly growing Cyber Security business in Tewkesbury. It would suit someone with a broad technical background who has moved into a technical leadership role, who is keen to work in a varied role in a highly technical environment. The role will have the following responsibilities: Providing technical leadership to the internal IT / infrastructure team Be the point of escalation for technical issues Lead the delivery of technical projects Define the strategy for the direction and growth of the IT department Keep on top of new technologies relevant to the business The ideal candidate would have the following background / skills (not all are essential!): Linux Windows Networking Virtualisation software Azure AD / Active Directory / InTune / O365 Experience working in a highly regulated environment Work with a focus on security - government / cyber / defence etc. Some of the benefits you can expect with the IT Manager role include: Annual bonus Private healthcare Pension scheme (up to 10% matched) Early Friday finish and potential for 9 day fortnight A company who take career development and progression seriously Based in Tewkesbury, the role is easily commutable from Cheltenham, Gloucester, Worcester & Stroud, plus they have a number of people commuting in from Bristol. The office is based just off the M5 and there is free parking on-site. The company operate a hybrid working environment, with 3 days in the office and 2 days work from home. You will need to undergo DV clearance for this poisition (this can be done while in the role).
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
IT Manager - Tewkesbury / work from home hybrid 60,000 - 70,000 + bonus + healthcare + 10% matched pension This is an excellent opportunity for a Head of IT / IT Manager / IT Infrastructure Manager to join a rapidly growing Cyber Security business in Tewkesbury. It would suit someone with a broad technical background who has moved into a technical leadership role, who is keen to work in a varied role in a highly technical environment. The role will have the following responsibilities: Providing technical leadership to the internal IT / infrastructure team Be the point of escalation for technical issues Lead the delivery of technical projects Define the strategy for the direction and growth of the IT department Keep on top of new technologies relevant to the business The ideal candidate would have the following background / skills (not all are essential!): Linux Windows Networking Virtualisation software Azure AD / Active Directory / InTune / O365 Experience working in a highly regulated environment Work with a focus on security - government / cyber / defence etc. Some of the benefits you can expect with the IT Manager role include: Annual bonus Private healthcare Pension scheme (up to 10% matched) Early Friday finish and potential for 9 day fortnight A company who take career development and progression seriously Based in Tewkesbury, the role is easily commutable from Cheltenham, Gloucester, Worcester & Stroud, plus they have a number of people commuting in from Bristol. The office is based just off the M5 and there is free parking on-site. The company operate a hybrid working environment, with 3 days in the office and 2 days work from home. You will need to undergo DV clearance for this poisition (this can be done while in the role).
I am looking for a key Account Manager for a company in the Maidenhead area. The company work the hybrid model, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote. A strong background in IT account management is required. If this role sounds of interest, please apply today. RESPONSIBILITIES Be the voice of the customer and serve as the lead point of contact between customer & company. Develop trusted advisor relationships with key accounts, customer stakeholders and executive sponsors. Own Customer Satisfaction Targets and Manage Annual Customer Survey Process Manage agreed customer communication cadence. QBR/Semi-Annual/Annual mtgs Agree agendas and circulate meetings notes/minutes across company functions. Follow up on key initiatives/deliverables to completion. Develop & maintain account plans for each managed customer. Perform continuous analysis and present deal and account profitability. Ensure strategic alignment and uncover/develop revenue growth opportunities. Maintain focus on selling into whitespace, find and qualify opportunities. Sell directly and partner as required with New Logo/LOB sales to find and qualify opportunities within the account(s), maintaining a healthy pipeline; support other significant greenspace sales deals as required. Own and direct Change Request and other customer requirement processes Ensure the timely and successful delivery of our solutions according to customer needs and objectives. Drive & negotiate contracts and close agreements to maximize profits. Own & Maintain Customer/Opportunity data maintenance in Salesforce. Prepare reports and profiling on account status. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Significant proven Senior Account Management/Key Account Management experience in IT Industry Demonstrable ability to communicate, present and influence key stakeholders at all levels of an organization, up to and including C-suite. Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation abilities. Experience delivering client-focused solutions to customer needs. Proven ability to juggle multiple account management projects at a time, while maintaining sharp attention to detail Extensive experience working with Salesforce CRM and MS Office (particularly MS Excel). Strong verbal and written communication skills
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
I am looking for a key Account Manager for a company in the Maidenhead area. The company work the hybrid model, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote. A strong background in IT account management is required. If this role sounds of interest, please apply today. RESPONSIBILITIES Be the voice of the customer and serve as the lead point of contact between customer & company. Develop trusted advisor relationships with key accounts, customer stakeholders and executive sponsors. Own Customer Satisfaction Targets and Manage Annual Customer Survey Process Manage agreed customer communication cadence. QBR/Semi-Annual/Annual mtgs Agree agendas and circulate meetings notes/minutes across company functions. Follow up on key initiatives/deliverables to completion. Develop & maintain account plans for each managed customer. Perform continuous analysis and present deal and account profitability. Ensure strategic alignment and uncover/develop revenue growth opportunities. Maintain focus on selling into whitespace, find and qualify opportunities. Sell directly and partner as required with New Logo/LOB sales to find and qualify opportunities within the account(s), maintaining a healthy pipeline; support other significant greenspace sales deals as required. Own and direct Change Request and other customer requirement processes Ensure the timely and successful delivery of our solutions according to customer needs and objectives. Drive & negotiate contracts and close agreements to maximize profits. Own & Maintain Customer/Opportunity data maintenance in Salesforce. Prepare reports and profiling on account status. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Significant proven Senior Account Management/Key Account Management experience in IT Industry Demonstrable ability to communicate, present and influence key stakeholders at all levels of an organization, up to and including C-suite. Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation abilities. Experience delivering client-focused solutions to customer needs. Proven ability to juggle multiple account management projects at a time, while maintaining sharp attention to detail Extensive experience working with Salesforce CRM and MS Office (particularly MS Excel). Strong verbal and written communication skills
Lead Software Engineer / Manager (Embedded Linux C / C++) Remote UK to £140,000 Do you have expertise with low level embedded systems programming combined with leadership / management skills? You could be progressing your career, in a senior, hands-on Lead Software Engineer / Manager role at a global technology company that believes in investing its people and the wider global community. You can work from home (or remotely from anywhere in Europe) and enjoy global meetups approximately four times a year. As a Lead Software Engineer / Manager you will head up a team of six highly skilled Software Engineers, designing and implementing new features and enhancements to the core, open source, operating system on various CPU architectures, such as ARM, RISC-V and X86. You'll collaborate with senior stakeholders to prioritise requests, plan the roadmap and ensure the team can deliver, you'll influence the culture, facilitate technical delivery and work with your team to ensure successful strategy execution. You will be an advocate of engineering and Agile software development best practices, conducting code reviews and cultivating a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing. Location / Work from Home: You can work from home full-time / remotely from anywhere in the UK. Requirements: You have expertise with low level programming including Embedded C / C++, Linux Kernel, Bare Metal programming You have experience of working on complex, distributed systems with Containerisation including a deep knowledge of Kubernetes / Docker You have experience of leading, mentoring, coaching and recruiting talented Software Engineers within Agile team environments You can plan, execute and deliver on software development projects You're comfortable collaborating across teams and with senior stakeholders You have excellent English language communication skills Salary & benefits: As a Lead Software Engineer / Manager you will earn a competitive salary (to £140,000) plus benefits. Apply now to find out more about this Lead Software Engineer / Manager (Embedded Linux C / C++) opportunity. Ref: 20606/C/KS/020424
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
Lead Software Engineer / Manager (Embedded Linux C / C++) Remote UK to £140,000 Do you have expertise with low level embedded systems programming combined with leadership / management skills? You could be progressing your career, in a senior, hands-on Lead Software Engineer / Manager role at a global technology company that believes in investing its people and the wider global community. You can work from home (or remotely from anywhere in Europe) and enjoy global meetups approximately four times a year. As a Lead Software Engineer / Manager you will head up a team of six highly skilled Software Engineers, designing and implementing new features and enhancements to the core, open source, operating system on various CPU architectures, such as ARM, RISC-V and X86. You'll collaborate with senior stakeholders to prioritise requests, plan the roadmap and ensure the team can deliver, you'll influence the culture, facilitate technical delivery and work with your team to ensure successful strategy execution. You will be an advocate of engineering and Agile software development best practices, conducting code reviews and cultivating a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing. Location / Work from Home: You can work from home full-time / remotely from anywhere in the UK. Requirements: You have expertise with low level programming including Embedded C / C++, Linux Kernel, Bare Metal programming You have experience of working on complex, distributed systems with Containerisation including a deep knowledge of Kubernetes / Docker You have experience of leading, mentoring, coaching and recruiting talented Software Engineers within Agile team environments You can plan, execute and deliver on software development projects You're comfortable collaborating across teams and with senior stakeholders You have excellent English language communication skills Salary & benefits: As a Lead Software Engineer / Manager you will earn a competitive salary (to £140,000) plus benefits. Apply now to find out more about this Lead Software Engineer / Manager (Embedded Linux C / C++) opportunity. Ref: 20606/C/KS/020424
VolkerWessels UK is a market leading contracting group of five closely linked businesses. We provide integrated and ground-breaking solutions for the civil engineering and construction sectors, with specialisms in rail, highways, airports, marine, defence, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. We have a great opportunity for an ICT Project Manager to manage multiple concurrent projects from inception to post implementation at our Hoddesdon head office. You will be responsible for undertaking the day to day management, resource planning and reporting through proactive management. About you Required Qualifications / Expertise Expertise in the end to end delivery of successful projects Excellent experience in working with agile methodology and TFS (Microsoft Team Foundation Server) Proven track record and experience in all project lifecycle phases Previous experience in IT software projects preferred Demonstrable experience and\or formal project management qualifications, tools and techniques The ability to manage multiple work streams, conflicting priorities, differing reporting lines, multi-site projects as well as scope change and risk Excellent outstanding stakeholder, people management, coaching and leadership skills Ability to grasp issues of a business nature and assess the technical impact, and vice versa Experience of managing staff either directly & within a project environment Team management experience. The ability to have a strong impact and influence key decisions Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills Desirable Experience of working in the rail industry Prince 2 Practitioner ITIL Experience of MitreFinch, COINS, Union Square, OpenAccounts, Primavera P6 are advantageous but not critical If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerWessels UK operate through five separate, but complementary businesses, working in collaboration and using our specialist skills to deliver an integrated service for our clients. At any one time, our people are working on our sites or in our offices, for around 250 projects across the UK. Everyday we overcome challenges, fulfilling our commitments, no matter what. That's what our business is about, that's how our people find satisfaction in their jobs. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
VolkerWessels UK is a market leading contracting group of five closely linked businesses. We provide integrated and ground-breaking solutions for the civil engineering and construction sectors, with specialisms in rail, highways, airports, marine, defence, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. We have a great opportunity for an ICT Project Manager to manage multiple concurrent projects from inception to post implementation at our Hoddesdon head office. You will be responsible for undertaking the day to day management, resource planning and reporting through proactive management. About you Required Qualifications / Expertise Expertise in the end to end delivery of successful projects Excellent experience in working with agile methodology and TFS (Microsoft Team Foundation Server) Proven track record and experience in all project lifecycle phases Previous experience in IT software projects preferred Demonstrable experience and\or formal project management qualifications, tools and techniques The ability to manage multiple work streams, conflicting priorities, differing reporting lines, multi-site projects as well as scope change and risk Excellent outstanding stakeholder, people management, coaching and leadership skills Ability to grasp issues of a business nature and assess the technical impact, and vice versa Experience of managing staff either directly & within a project environment Team management experience. The ability to have a strong impact and influence key decisions Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills Desirable Experience of working in the rail industry Prince 2 Practitioner ITIL Experience of MitreFinch, COINS, Union Square, OpenAccounts, Primavera P6 are advantageous but not critical If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerWessels UK operate through five separate, but complementary businesses, working in collaboration and using our specialist skills to deliver an integrated service for our clients. At any one time, our people are working on our sites or in our offices, for around 250 projects across the UK. Everyday we overcome challenges, fulfilling our commitments, no matter what. That's what our business is about, that's how our people find satisfaction in their jobs. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Project Manager EMEA Based Bangor Salary DOE Headquartered in Atlantic Canada with offices across the United States and around the world, our client has two decades in the security business, protecting its clients privacy and data. The company s footprint now includes users on six continents trusting the company to secure their identities, networks, data, and devices. Driven by innovative, empowered and creative teamwork, our client build solutions that solve business challenges and deliver overall business improvement for our global clients. They are committed to their customers, their team and their communities. Description: Our client is seeking a Project Manager (PM). You will manage the projects through a full project life cycle for client and internal projects and be responsible for the delivery of them. You will provide positive and effective leadership to a team consisting of Auditors, Penetration testers, Quality Assurance Testers, Change Management Auditors. The successful candidate will be working in a team-based, results-driven environment. This can be a remote position. Role Responsibilities Manage multiple projects concurrently. Lead projects through all phases of the project life cycle to completion, including planning, scheduling, budgeting of resources both internal and external, project controls, risk analysis, reporting, and executing all activities required for each project. Create a work plan that includes a schedule with dependencies, milestones, risks, and issues. Produce weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports as defined for a project. Financial reporting on projects as determined for a project and minimally at the completion of a milestone. Ensure compliance with fixed price contracts with clients. Manage and oversee utilization and capacity individually and collaboratively with managers and other PMs. Interface directly with managers, employees, clients, partners, and others to clearly define project requirements and manage expectations. Liaise with clients, taking time to understand clients evolving needs, developing the client relationship through effective communication and personal skills, and building trust through repeated, timely, and effective project delivery. Communicate effectively with the global team in a fast-paced work environment. Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal PM development, supporting materials, and process training documentation. Promote and practice company values while leading staff and nurturing a creative, innovative, and enjoyable work environment. Assist the team with completing tasks as necessary to complete the projects successfully. Required Experience and Certification Bachelor s degree in any subject area. Minimum six years project management experience. Experience in the IT Services. PMP or PRINCE 2 certification is considered an asset. Soft Skills Positive attitude. Empathetic team member able to build strong relationships with clients and team members. Strong written and oral communication skills. Critical eye for details. Able to work effectively with minimal supervision. Excellent time management, task planning, and prioritization skills. Life cycle management of an eLearning development. Strong proactive project management skills. Understanding of adult learning theory. Able to adapt quickly to changing client and team requirements. Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional remote teams. Proficient with Microsoft Office. Skilled at creating schedules for shared resources. Proactive in identifying and resolving issues and working through challenges with a positive attitude. Leadership and relationship-building skills. Able to meet deadlines. Able to document issues, alternatives, and recommendations in an effective manner suitable for manager consumption.
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
Project Manager EMEA Based Bangor Salary DOE Headquartered in Atlantic Canada with offices across the United States and around the world, our client has two decades in the security business, protecting its clients privacy and data. The company s footprint now includes users on six continents trusting the company to secure their identities, networks, data, and devices. Driven by innovative, empowered and creative teamwork, our client build solutions that solve business challenges and deliver overall business improvement for our global clients. They are committed to their customers, their team and their communities. Description: Our client is seeking a Project Manager (PM). You will manage the projects through a full project life cycle for client and internal projects and be responsible for the delivery of them. You will provide positive and effective leadership to a team consisting of Auditors, Penetration testers, Quality Assurance Testers, Change Management Auditors. The successful candidate will be working in a team-based, results-driven environment. This can be a remote position. Role Responsibilities Manage multiple projects concurrently. Lead projects through all phases of the project life cycle to completion, including planning, scheduling, budgeting of resources both internal and external, project controls, risk analysis, reporting, and executing all activities required for each project. Create a work plan that includes a schedule with dependencies, milestones, risks, and issues. Produce weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports as defined for a project. Financial reporting on projects as determined for a project and minimally at the completion of a milestone. Ensure compliance with fixed price contracts with clients. Manage and oversee utilization and capacity individually and collaboratively with managers and other PMs. Interface directly with managers, employees, clients, partners, and others to clearly define project requirements and manage expectations. Liaise with clients, taking time to understand clients evolving needs, developing the client relationship through effective communication and personal skills, and building trust through repeated, timely, and effective project delivery. Communicate effectively with the global team in a fast-paced work environment. Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal PM development, supporting materials, and process training documentation. Promote and practice company values while leading staff and nurturing a creative, innovative, and enjoyable work environment. Assist the team with completing tasks as necessary to complete the projects successfully. Required Experience and Certification Bachelor s degree in any subject area. Minimum six years project management experience. Experience in the IT Services. PMP or PRINCE 2 certification is considered an asset. Soft Skills Positive attitude. Empathetic team member able to build strong relationships with clients and team members. Strong written and oral communication skills. Critical eye for details. Able to work effectively with minimal supervision. Excellent time management, task planning, and prioritization skills. Life cycle management of an eLearning development. Strong proactive project management skills. Understanding of adult learning theory. Able to adapt quickly to changing client and team requirements. Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional remote teams. Proficient with Microsoft Office. Skilled at creating schedules for shared resources. Proactive in identifying and resolving issues and working through challenges with a positive attitude. Leadership and relationship-building skills. Able to meet deadlines. Able to document issues, alternatives, and recommendations in an effective manner suitable for manager consumption.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Product Development and Optimisation Manager to spearhead the design, development, and commercialisation of food and beverage products across for a well-known luxury brand. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of creativity, business acumen, and technical expertise to drive innovation and maximise profitability in their product portfolio. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Product Planning: Develop and implement strategic plans for product development and optimisation aligned with organisational goals and market trends. New Product Development: Lead the end-to-end process of new product development, from ideation and concept creation to recipe development, testing, and commercialisation. Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, competitive landscape, and consumer insights to inform product development strategies. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams including operations, marketing, procurement, and sales to ensure seamless execution of product initiatives and alignment with business objectives. Quality Assurance and Compliance: Establish and maintain rigorous quality assurance standards, food safety protocols, and regulatory compliance for all products developed and distributed. Cost Management: Monitor and manage product costs, including ingredient sourcing, production efficiency, and packaging, to optimise margins while maintaining product quality. Vendor Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and co-packers to ensure timely delivery of quality ingredients and materials at competitive prices. Performance Analysis: Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to product sales, profitability, and customer feedback to drive continuous improvement and optimisation. Product Training and Support: Provide training and support to internal teams, including chefs, kitchen staff, and sales personnel, to ensure successful product launches and ongoing product management. Key Skills & Experience Required: At least 2-3 years of technology product experience Familiarity with booking system platforms is preferred Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Analytical mindset with proficiency in market research, financial analysis, and data-driven decision-making. Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels. Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement. To arrange an initial interview please apply today.
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Product Development and Optimisation Manager to spearhead the design, development, and commercialisation of food and beverage products across for a well-known luxury brand. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of creativity, business acumen, and technical expertise to drive innovation and maximise profitability in their product portfolio. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Product Planning: Develop and implement strategic plans for product development and optimisation aligned with organisational goals and market trends. New Product Development: Lead the end-to-end process of new product development, from ideation and concept creation to recipe development, testing, and commercialisation. Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, competitive landscape, and consumer insights to inform product development strategies. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams including operations, marketing, procurement, and sales to ensure seamless execution of product initiatives and alignment with business objectives. Quality Assurance and Compliance: Establish and maintain rigorous quality assurance standards, food safety protocols, and regulatory compliance for all products developed and distributed. Cost Management: Monitor and manage product costs, including ingredient sourcing, production efficiency, and packaging, to optimise margins while maintaining product quality. Vendor Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and co-packers to ensure timely delivery of quality ingredients and materials at competitive prices. Performance Analysis: Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to product sales, profitability, and customer feedback to drive continuous improvement and optimisation. Product Training and Support: Provide training and support to internal teams, including chefs, kitchen staff, and sales personnel, to ensure successful product launches and ongoing product management. Key Skills & Experience Required: At least 2-3 years of technology product experience Familiarity with booking system platforms is preferred Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Analytical mindset with proficiency in market research, financial analysis, and data-driven decision-making. Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels. Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement. To arrange an initial interview please apply today.
Technology London, England Full-time Company Description MarketAxess is on a journey to digitally transform one of the world's largest financial markets, enabling the shift from analog, phone-based trading to a fully electronic marketplace. Why does this matter? Because our platform makes trading fixed-income more accessible, ultimately improving transparency, efficiency, and competition in the marketplace. Changing the way an established industry transacts is no easy feat. There will be twists and turns, because no one's ever done this before. But now, more than 2,000 clients around the world rely on our solutions, and that number is only expected to grow in the years ahead. We know where we're going. How we get there is up to us. Join us and help Take Us There. The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer for our Engineering Enablement platform team. This team is building a cutting-edge developer productivity platform that will help our product development teams deliver features more rapidly and integrate code quality and security into all our products. As a senior member of the Engineering Enablement team, you should be passionate about technology, developer experience, code quality, and evangelising software development best practices. You'll work with the team to design and build out the platform that the rest of the company uses to deliver software, mentor more junior engineers, and help communicate what we do to the rest of the organisation. We embrace a culture of collaboration and experimentation while striving and encouraging all team members to focus on continuous improvement and learning. We openly welcome diverse perspectives and people who are not afraid to challenge assumptions and prior ways of working. Otherwise, how do we innovate, learn and grow as a team and individuals? How You'll Help Take Us There Design and architect scalable and reliable platform solutions Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and integrate new features Lead code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers Ensure platform performance, security, and stability through testing and observability Evaluate and implement new technologies to enhance the platform's capabilities Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to the platform Define and enforce coding standards and best practices within the team and across the organisation Collaborate with product managers to align platform development with overall product goals Participate in on-call rotations to address urgent platform issues Contribute to the documentation of platform architecture, APIs, and processes Develop software to provide the best possible experience for our product development teams and help them efficiently release high-quality software What We're Looking For Minimum 7 years of experience in software development, with a focus on platform engineering Minimum 3 years of experience in designing, building, deploying, and automating infrastructure using infrastructure as code (e.g., CloudFormation, Terraform) Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, or Go Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud computing concepts (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) Experience with containerisation technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes Experience in designing and implementing APIs and other web services Real-work experience with DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration and deployment CI/CD systems (e.g., GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins) Proven track record of leading technical projects from conception to delivery Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-pace, dynamic environment Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams Experience with Agile methodologies and working in Agile teams Strong knowledge of database systems (SQL and NoSQL), caching mechanisms, and message brokers Expert in defining, designing, and developing distributed and scalable products and services Experience with Software as a Service products and integrating multiple SaaS products What You Can Expect from Us Central Location: based at our city offices near St Paul's. Free Food: We provide lunch each day of the week when the employee attends the office via our vendor Feedr as well as breakfast cereals, office snacks and drinks from our free vending machines Paid Time Off: 25 days annual leave entitlement plus 2 charity days Reward for your service: We offer a two-week bonus holiday after completing each 5 years of service Core benefits: Besides competitive standard benefits package we offer private medical (PMI) for family, Cash Plan, health screenings, dental cover, 6X life assurance, critical illness cover, income protection, pension, car leasing (Tusker electronic cars), reimbursement for wellness stipend, interest free season ticket loan and a "Share Incentive" plan Tuition Assistance and Professional Training: Benefit from on-demand learning, boot camps, and opportunities to attend conferences For job positions in NYC, NY, and other locations where required, the estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is £100,000 to £135,000. Actual salary may vary depending on job-related factors, which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. You may also be eligible for annual cash incentives, equity, and other benefit programs. Collaboration and innovation are integral to our success - it's how we got to where we are and how we'll maintain and grow our competitive advantage. Employees in Technology work in the office 2 or more days a week. This approach still allows for flexibility depending on the business function you work within but also helps us maintain a collaborative office environment long-term.
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
Technology London, England Full-time Company Description MarketAxess is on a journey to digitally transform one of the world's largest financial markets, enabling the shift from analog, phone-based trading to a fully electronic marketplace. Why does this matter? Because our platform makes trading fixed-income more accessible, ultimately improving transparency, efficiency, and competition in the marketplace. Changing the way an established industry transacts is no easy feat. There will be twists and turns, because no one's ever done this before. But now, more than 2,000 clients around the world rely on our solutions, and that number is only expected to grow in the years ahead. We know where we're going. How we get there is up to us. Join us and help Take Us There. The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer for our Engineering Enablement platform team. This team is building a cutting-edge developer productivity platform that will help our product development teams deliver features more rapidly and integrate code quality and security into all our products. As a senior member of the Engineering Enablement team, you should be passionate about technology, developer experience, code quality, and evangelising software development best practices. You'll work with the team to design and build out the platform that the rest of the company uses to deliver software, mentor more junior engineers, and help communicate what we do to the rest of the organisation. We embrace a culture of collaboration and experimentation while striving and encouraging all team members to focus on continuous improvement and learning. We openly welcome diverse perspectives and people who are not afraid to challenge assumptions and prior ways of working. Otherwise, how do we innovate, learn and grow as a team and individuals? How You'll Help Take Us There Design and architect scalable and reliable platform solutions Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and integrate new features Lead code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers Ensure platform performance, security, and stability through testing and observability Evaluate and implement new technologies to enhance the platform's capabilities Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to the platform Define and enforce coding standards and best practices within the team and across the organisation Collaborate with product managers to align platform development with overall product goals Participate in on-call rotations to address urgent platform issues Contribute to the documentation of platform architecture, APIs, and processes Develop software to provide the best possible experience for our product development teams and help them efficiently release high-quality software What We're Looking For Minimum 7 years of experience in software development, with a focus on platform engineering Minimum 3 years of experience in designing, building, deploying, and automating infrastructure using infrastructure as code (e.g., CloudFormation, Terraform) Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, or Go Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud computing concepts (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) Experience with containerisation technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes Experience in designing and implementing APIs and other web services Real-work experience with DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration and deployment CI/CD systems (e.g., GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins) Proven track record of leading technical projects from conception to delivery Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-pace, dynamic environment Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams Experience with Agile methodologies and working in Agile teams Strong knowledge of database systems (SQL and NoSQL), caching mechanisms, and message brokers Expert in defining, designing, and developing distributed and scalable products and services Experience with Software as a Service products and integrating multiple SaaS products What You Can Expect from Us Central Location: based at our city offices near St Paul's. Free Food: We provide lunch each day of the week when the employee attends the office via our vendor Feedr as well as breakfast cereals, office snacks and drinks from our free vending machines Paid Time Off: 25 days annual leave entitlement plus 2 charity days Reward for your service: We offer a two-week bonus holiday after completing each 5 years of service Core benefits: Besides competitive standard benefits package we offer private medical (PMI) for family, Cash Plan, health screenings, dental cover, 6X life assurance, critical illness cover, income protection, pension, car leasing (Tusker electronic cars), reimbursement for wellness stipend, interest free season ticket loan and a "Share Incentive" plan Tuition Assistance and Professional Training: Benefit from on-demand learning, boot camps, and opportunities to attend conferences For job positions in NYC, NY, and other locations where required, the estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is £100,000 to £135,000. Actual salary may vary depending on job-related factors, which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. You may also be eligible for annual cash incentives, equity, and other benefit programs. Collaboration and innovation are integral to our success - it's how we got to where we are and how we'll maintain and grow our competitive advantage. Employees in Technology work in the office 2 or more days a week. This approach still allows for flexibility depending on the business function you work within but also helps us maintain a collaborative office environment long-term.
Career Opportunities: Lead/ Head of Frontend Development - Canvas Reply (10114) Requisition ID 10114 - Posted - Years of Experience (2) - Technology - Where (1) - Job Canvas Reply, part of the Reply Group, works with some of the world's biggest brands, providing an end-to-end product design and development service, covering each phase of digital product development. We combine insight, creativity, and technical expertise to deliver tailored digital solutions that allow our clients to stay ahead of the competition. Our services include UX Research, UI/UX Design, Web Development, QA, Sitecore, and Managed Project Delivery. Role overview: In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our UK frontend development, ensuring high-quality code, driving innovation and delivering exceptional user experiences for our customers. You will have the opportunity to manage projects from conception to delivery, effectively communicating updates on status, risks and opportunities with both internal and external stakeholders. It requires keeping hands on code such as react, web development, bug-fixing, integration with API and CMS and writing unit tests. Responsibilities: Conduct code reviews and quality assurance testing to identify and address issues early in the development lifecycle Collaborate with product, design and technical teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications Define and implement best practices, coding standards and development processes to ensure scalability and performance of our frontend codebase Stay current with the latest technologies, advocating for the adoption of new tools and techniques that enhance productivity and improve user experience Experience working in an Agile environment, with a focus on iterative development and continuous improvement About the candidate: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or technology-related field A minimum of 5 years of development experience Experienced in SPA development Excellent communication with the ability to collaborate effectively with global and cross-functional teams Reply provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, identity, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status or parental status or any other characteristic protected by the Law.
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
Career Opportunities: Lead/ Head of Frontend Development - Canvas Reply (10114) Requisition ID 10114 - Posted - Years of Experience (2) - Technology - Where (1) - Job Canvas Reply, part of the Reply Group, works with some of the world's biggest brands, providing an end-to-end product design and development service, covering each phase of digital product development. We combine insight, creativity, and technical expertise to deliver tailored digital solutions that allow our clients to stay ahead of the competition. Our services include UX Research, UI/UX Design, Web Development, QA, Sitecore, and Managed Project Delivery. Role overview: In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our UK frontend development, ensuring high-quality code, driving innovation and delivering exceptional user experiences for our customers. You will have the opportunity to manage projects from conception to delivery, effectively communicating updates on status, risks and opportunities with both internal and external stakeholders. It requires keeping hands on code such as react, web development, bug-fixing, integration with API and CMS and writing unit tests. Responsibilities: Conduct code reviews and quality assurance testing to identify and address issues early in the development lifecycle Collaborate with product, design and technical teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications Define and implement best practices, coding standards and development processes to ensure scalability and performance of our frontend codebase Stay current with the latest technologies, advocating for the adoption of new tools and techniques that enhance productivity and improve user experience Experience working in an Agile environment, with a focus on iterative development and continuous improvement About the candidate: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or technology-related field A minimum of 5 years of development experience Experienced in SPA development Excellent communication with the ability to collaborate effectively with global and cross-functional teams Reply provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, identity, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status or parental status or any other characteristic protected by the Law.
Are you ready to join an award-winning team crafting digital experiences for the likes of HMV, YO!, Optibac & De Beers. This is an exciting opportunity to join Ridgeway Digital - a leading digital agency in an exciting hybrid role. If you have relevant experience within a Senior C# ASP .Net Developer role, we'd love to hear from you! Role info: Senior C# ASP .Net DeveloperWitney, Oxfordshire Based / Hybrid Working 2-3 days from home£55,000 - £68,000 Depending on ExperiencePlus Great Benefits & Perks Product / Service: We build Mid to Enterprise CMS systems, eCommerce platforms, Web ApplicationsClients: HMV, YO!, Optibac, De Beers, Oxford Brookes University and more Your Skills: Dev background - solid experience with ASP.NET MVC / C development vs software dev experienceDigital agency experiencePlatform experience at the right level (e.g. Kentico, Sitecore, Umbraco, Optimizely) About us: We are Ridgeway. Founded in 2010, we are extremely proud to be recognised as an award-winning, leading and accredited UK Microsoft Gold Partner, Kentico Xperience Gold Partner with Quality Expert status, and Kontent Premium Partner. Our main studio is based in Witney, Oxfordshire, and our team of experts continue to this day to practise our founding partners focus and ethos. Whether it be a mid-tier web or enterprise level eCommerce solution, we curate purposeful and performant digital online experiences that deliver commercial impact. We work together and learn from each other to craft award-winning digital projects for our clients that ultimately make their customers happy. We adopt a robust collaborative approach with all our clients to capture and explore ideas, unearth key goals, and provide honest direction. Cultural fit is incredibly important to us as when we're aligned everything in the world feels just that little bit better, so we're building a new delivery team around our trusted values: Integrity - we do the right thingCollaborative - we work togetherConfident - we demonstrate our expertiseAttentive - we pay attention to detail and are supportiveInquisitive - we do not make assumptions The Senior C# ASP .Net Developer Opportunity: As a Senior C# ASP .Net Developer, you will form a strong partnership with a Project Manager. In this role, you will split your time between technical leadership and oversight, technical pre-sales support and small development tasks. We continuously find new and innovative ways to tackle problems using a variety of technologies including Microsoft Azure, DevOps, .NET Core, headless CMS and React, come join us on our journey. Key Responsibilities: + Partner with a Project Manager to lead and mentor a team of developers within a Project Team+ Interpret project requirements and providing technically robust solutions in-line with our project delivery approach+ Function as a cross-project consultant, providing advice and making autonomous decisions regarding technical approach+ Be an active participant in client workshops, specification writing, detailed effort estimation and collaboration with key teams to define the solution architecture+ Input into the assessment and application of new and existing technology used to ensure we continue to optimise use of the right tools+ Technical pre-sales and consultancy About you: Essential: + Previous experience in a Solution / Technical Architect or Senior Developer role for at least four years+ Extensive commercial experience of developing mobile first ASP.Net CMS and ecommerce websites+ Experience of integrating back-end APIs with JavaScript-based application frameworks, e.g. Next.js,+ Demonstrable experience of technically scoping, architecting, and leading projects+ Previously defined and written detailed functional and technical specifications for medium and large-scale solutions (£200k+)+ Familiarity with the Kentico DXP platform, Kontent.ai, and/or alternative enterprise CMS and headless platforms+ Experience providing detailed task breakdowns and accurate estimation for the technical areas of website delivery+ Organised, self-motivated and ambitious with great leadership skills+ Excellent communication, consulting and client-facing skills+ Demonstrable experience of using version control systems Desirable: + Experience scoping and integrating with 3rd party platforms using RESTful API patterns, e.g. ERP, CRM, PIMs, fulfilment etc+ Experience with .NET coding patterns and practises+ Experience with, hosting environment aspects such as IIS, Azure App Services, security, caching, and CDN's+ Experience with building automated continuous integration and deployment pipelines with Azure DevOps+ Commercial experience of developing mobile first React-based CMS and/or ecommerce websites ideally using a framework such as Next.js What's on Offer: + 25-30 days leave+ Private medical+ Contributory pension+ EV leasing+ Hybrid working with at least 2 days in the office+ And more ! Your Experience / Background / Previous Roles May Include:Solutions Engineer, Enterprise Architect, Solutions Consultant, Technical Architect, Enterprise Solutions Architect, Data Architect, Application Architect, eCom Platform Solutions, CMS Architect, Digital Consulting, ASP.Net Senior Developer, Web Applications Developer, Kentico, Sitecore, Umbraco, Optimizely. Sound like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner Recruitment Revolution on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy &
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
Are you ready to join an award-winning team crafting digital experiences for the likes of HMV, YO!, Optibac & De Beers. This is an exciting opportunity to join Ridgeway Digital - a leading digital agency in an exciting hybrid role. If you have relevant experience within a Senior C# ASP .Net Developer role, we'd love to hear from you! Role info: Senior C# ASP .Net DeveloperWitney, Oxfordshire Based / Hybrid Working 2-3 days from home£55,000 - £68,000 Depending on ExperiencePlus Great Benefits & Perks Product / Service: We build Mid to Enterprise CMS systems, eCommerce platforms, Web ApplicationsClients: HMV, YO!, Optibac, De Beers, Oxford Brookes University and more Your Skills: Dev background - solid experience with ASP.NET MVC / C development vs software dev experienceDigital agency experiencePlatform experience at the right level (e.g. Kentico, Sitecore, Umbraco, Optimizely) About us: We are Ridgeway. Founded in 2010, we are extremely proud to be recognised as an award-winning, leading and accredited UK Microsoft Gold Partner, Kentico Xperience Gold Partner with Quality Expert status, and Kontent Premium Partner. Our main studio is based in Witney, Oxfordshire, and our team of experts continue to this day to practise our founding partners focus and ethos. Whether it be a mid-tier web or enterprise level eCommerce solution, we curate purposeful and performant digital online experiences that deliver commercial impact. We work together and learn from each other to craft award-winning digital projects for our clients that ultimately make their customers happy. We adopt a robust collaborative approach with all our clients to capture and explore ideas, unearth key goals, and provide honest direction. Cultural fit is incredibly important to us as when we're aligned everything in the world feels just that little bit better, so we're building a new delivery team around our trusted values: Integrity - we do the right thingCollaborative - we work togetherConfident - we demonstrate our expertiseAttentive - we pay attention to detail and are supportiveInquisitive - we do not make assumptions The Senior C# ASP .Net Developer Opportunity: As a Senior C# ASP .Net Developer, you will form a strong partnership with a Project Manager. In this role, you will split your time between technical leadership and oversight, technical pre-sales support and small development tasks. We continuously find new and innovative ways to tackle problems using a variety of technologies including Microsoft Azure, DevOps, .NET Core, headless CMS and React, come join us on our journey. Key Responsibilities: + Partner with a Project Manager to lead and mentor a team of developers within a Project Team+ Interpret project requirements and providing technically robust solutions in-line with our project delivery approach+ Function as a cross-project consultant, providing advice and making autonomous decisions regarding technical approach+ Be an active participant in client workshops, specification writing, detailed effort estimation and collaboration with key teams to define the solution architecture+ Input into the assessment and application of new and existing technology used to ensure we continue to optimise use of the right tools+ Technical pre-sales and consultancy About you: Essential: + Previous experience in a Solution / Technical Architect or Senior Developer role for at least four years+ Extensive commercial experience of developing mobile first ASP.Net CMS and ecommerce websites+ Experience of integrating back-end APIs with JavaScript-based application frameworks, e.g. Next.js,+ Demonstrable experience of technically scoping, architecting, and leading projects+ Previously defined and written detailed functional and technical specifications for medium and large-scale solutions (£200k+)+ Familiarity with the Kentico DXP platform, Kontent.ai, and/or alternative enterprise CMS and headless platforms+ Experience providing detailed task breakdowns and accurate estimation for the technical areas of website delivery+ Organised, self-motivated and ambitious with great leadership skills+ Excellent communication, consulting and client-facing skills+ Demonstrable experience of using version control systems Desirable: + Experience scoping and integrating with 3rd party platforms using RESTful API patterns, e.g. ERP, CRM, PIMs, fulfilment etc+ Experience with .NET coding patterns and practises+ Experience with, hosting environment aspects such as IIS, Azure App Services, security, caching, and CDN's+ Experience with building automated continuous integration and deployment pipelines with Azure DevOps+ Commercial experience of developing mobile first React-based CMS and/or ecommerce websites ideally using a framework such as Next.js What's on Offer: + 25-30 days leave+ Private medical+ Contributory pension+ EV leasing+ Hybrid working with at least 2 days in the office+ And more ! Your Experience / Background / Previous Roles May Include:Solutions Engineer, Enterprise Architect, Solutions Consultant, Technical Architect, Enterprise Solutions Architect, Data Architect, Application Architect, eCom Platform Solutions, CMS Architect, Digital Consulting, ASP.Net Senior Developer, Web Applications Developer, Kentico, Sitecore, Umbraco, Optimizely. Sound like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner Recruitment Revolution on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy &