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.
Product Manager NB This is not a Project Management role but a Product Manager position We work with a very interesting company that are involved with underwater innovations (Sonar and Acoustic Technology) for Energy, Oil & Gas and Defence clients. Overview of position A Product Manager is responsible for all aspects of certain product lines built and produced by my client. With the Product team but with a focus on monitoring/data products they will deliver solutions that meet customer needs. The Product Manager will have a focus on efficiency whilst achieving product market fit. Work will be split between; discovery, long term strategy, and ensuring released products are constantly monitored and roadmaps are up to date and prioritised effectively. Typically, a Product Manager will work alongside a Project Manager and Technical Lead depending on the scale of the product development. My client's monitoring family of products include ADCP (Origin), SMART and RT6 and are used by scientists, engineers, and business teams to drive decision making across the energy, ocean science and defence. The Product Manager in this business stream will work to achieve growth and market fit by understanding user requirements, converting these to products whilst driving development and strategy alongside Business Development. The Role and Specific Competencies I am looking for a Product Manager experienced in managing data collection and visualization products. This would include; How and what data is collected in challenging environments by low power, remote and diverse sensors. How this collected data flows through standard data pipelines. Understand how and why the data collected data aids the user in interpreting the subsea environment. Work with Business Development to understand profitability of the product and drive the development to ensure market fit. First three months: Understanding Origin and SMART product ranges Meeting users and understanding needs. Vision for connected products that make up the monitoring theme. Roadmap for the next two years. Long term Product Responsibilities: Regularly talking and listening to users (weekly/monthly) Regularly consulting the sales/business team Prioritising features and releases Monitoring product risks and reacting to support issues Being the internal and external advocate for the product Monitoring sales, margins and product viability Ensuring specifications are neat and do not contain bloat Monitor new product introductions, for market success Push innovation into products to ensure products are always one step ahead of competitors Ensuring products work together across product teams to give customer value Day to day responsibilities Ensure processes across engineering are adhered to in line with quality system Become the internal expert and point of contact for a product Working with product team including project manager and technical lead General: Product Management is not Project Management A Product Manager does not need to be the technical authority Occasional Testing & trials on the south coast and at customer sites Attending trade shows and customer demonstrations Represent my client at a customer meeting or to third parties Essential experience Worked with large datasets Writing Functional Specifications Presentation skills Understanding of UI design and UX Understanding of margins and profitability of products Understanding key selling points of products and what drives purchasing decisions Prioritisation of workload Prioritisation of features/user value Understanding user needs Desirable experience Experience with optimizing large datasets Experience with Jira Software Development background Survey or subsea industry background Worked with Hardware and Software Understanding of underwater acoustics ADCP experience Understanding of Edge computing applications Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Product Manager NB This is not a Project Management role but a Product Manager position We work with a very interesting company that are involved with underwater innovations (Sonar and Acoustic Technology) for Energy, Oil & Gas and Defence clients. Overview of position A Product Manager is responsible for all aspects of certain product lines built and produced by my client. With the Product team but with a focus on monitoring/data products they will deliver solutions that meet customer needs. The Product Manager will have a focus on efficiency whilst achieving product market fit. Work will be split between; discovery, long term strategy, and ensuring released products are constantly monitored and roadmaps are up to date and prioritised effectively. Typically, a Product Manager will work alongside a Project Manager and Technical Lead depending on the scale of the product development. My client's monitoring family of products include ADCP (Origin), SMART and RT6 and are used by scientists, engineers, and business teams to drive decision making across the energy, ocean science and defence. The Product Manager in this business stream will work to achieve growth and market fit by understanding user requirements, converting these to products whilst driving development and strategy alongside Business Development. The Role and Specific Competencies I am looking for a Product Manager experienced in managing data collection and visualization products. This would include; How and what data is collected in challenging environments by low power, remote and diverse sensors. How this collected data flows through standard data pipelines. Understand how and why the data collected data aids the user in interpreting the subsea environment. Work with Business Development to understand profitability of the product and drive the development to ensure market fit. First three months: Understanding Origin and SMART product ranges Meeting users and understanding needs. Vision for connected products that make up the monitoring theme. Roadmap for the next two years. Long term Product Responsibilities: Regularly talking and listening to users (weekly/monthly) Regularly consulting the sales/business team Prioritising features and releases Monitoring product risks and reacting to support issues Being the internal and external advocate for the product Monitoring sales, margins and product viability Ensuring specifications are neat and do not contain bloat Monitor new product introductions, for market success Push innovation into products to ensure products are always one step ahead of competitors Ensuring products work together across product teams to give customer value Day to day responsibilities Ensure processes across engineering are adhered to in line with quality system Become the internal expert and point of contact for a product Working with product team including project manager and technical lead General: Product Management is not Project Management A Product Manager does not need to be the technical authority Occasional Testing & trials on the south coast and at customer sites Attending trade shows and customer demonstrations Represent my client at a customer meeting or to third parties Essential experience Worked with large datasets Writing Functional Specifications Presentation skills Understanding of UI design and UX Understanding of margins and profitability of products Understanding key selling points of products and what drives purchasing decisions Prioritisation of workload Prioritisation of features/user value Understanding user needs Desirable experience Experience with optimizing large datasets Experience with Jira Software Development background Survey or subsea industry background Worked with Hardware and Software Understanding of underwater acoustics ADCP experience Understanding of Edge computing applications Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Head of Data Engineering - Kent The Head of Data will be a strategic leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of data management, analytics, and governance within the organisation. This individual will play a critical role in driving data-driven decision-making processes, optimising data infrastructure, and ensuring the integrity, security, and accessibility of data assets. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, deep technical expertise in data management and analytics, and a proven track record of implementing innovative data strategies to support business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Lead the development and execution of the organisation's data strategy, aligning it with business goals and objectives. Provide strategic direction for the use of data to drive decision-making and improve operational efficiency. Data Management: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust data management systems and processes, including data acquisition, storage, integration, quality assurance, and lifecycle management. Data Analytics: Drive the development and implementation of advanced analytics initiatives to extract insights from data, identify trends, and support predictive modelling and forecasting. Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their analytical needs and develop solutions to address them. Data Governance: Establish and enforce data governance policies, standards, and best practices to ensure the accuracy, consistency, security, and privacy of data across the organization. Develop data quality metrics and monitor compliance with regulatory requirements. Data Architecture: Define and maintain the organization's data architecture, including data models, schemas, and taxonomies. Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and tools to support data management, analytics, and visualization requirements. Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing team of data professionals, including data engineers, analysts, scientists, and governance specialists. Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities to foster a culture of continuous learning and growth. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with other departments, including IT, finance, marketing, operations, and product development, to understand their data needs and priorities. Partner with business leaders to develop data-driven solutions that drive value and competitive advantage. Vendor Management: Evaluate and manage relationships with third-party data vendors, software providers, and consultants to ensure the successful implementation of data-related projects and initiatives. Negotiate contracts, oversee vendor performance, and assess emerging technologies and trends in the data management space. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, statistics, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS, or PhD) preferred. 10+ years of experience in data management, analytics, and business intelligence, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Proven track record of developing and implementing data strategies that drive business growth and innovation. Deep understanding of data governance principles, regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), and industry best practices. Strong technical proficiency in data modelling, SQL, ETL tools, data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), and advanced analytics techniques (e.g., machine learning, predictive modelling). Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization. Demonstrated experience in managing cross-functional teams and driving cultural change towards a data-driven mindset. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects and initiatives. Interested? Please submit your updated CV to Lucy Morgan at Crimson for immediate consideration. Not interested? Do you know someone who might be a perfect fit for this role? Refer a friend and earn 250 worth of vouchers! Crimson is acting as an employment agency regarding this vacancy.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Head of Data Engineering - Kent The Head of Data will be a strategic leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of data management, analytics, and governance within the organisation. This individual will play a critical role in driving data-driven decision-making processes, optimising data infrastructure, and ensuring the integrity, security, and accessibility of data assets. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, deep technical expertise in data management and analytics, and a proven track record of implementing innovative data strategies to support business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Lead the development and execution of the organisation's data strategy, aligning it with business goals and objectives. Provide strategic direction for the use of data to drive decision-making and improve operational efficiency. Data Management: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust data management systems and processes, including data acquisition, storage, integration, quality assurance, and lifecycle management. Data Analytics: Drive the development and implementation of advanced analytics initiatives to extract insights from data, identify trends, and support predictive modelling and forecasting. Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their analytical needs and develop solutions to address them. Data Governance: Establish and enforce data governance policies, standards, and best practices to ensure the accuracy, consistency, security, and privacy of data across the organization. Develop data quality metrics and monitor compliance with regulatory requirements. Data Architecture: Define and maintain the organization's data architecture, including data models, schemas, and taxonomies. Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and tools to support data management, analytics, and visualization requirements. Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing team of data professionals, including data engineers, analysts, scientists, and governance specialists. Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities to foster a culture of continuous learning and growth. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with other departments, including IT, finance, marketing, operations, and product development, to understand their data needs and priorities. Partner with business leaders to develop data-driven solutions that drive value and competitive advantage. Vendor Management: Evaluate and manage relationships with third-party data vendors, software providers, and consultants to ensure the successful implementation of data-related projects and initiatives. Negotiate contracts, oversee vendor performance, and assess emerging technologies and trends in the data management space. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, statistics, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS, or PhD) preferred. 10+ years of experience in data management, analytics, and business intelligence, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Proven track record of developing and implementing data strategies that drive business growth and innovation. Deep understanding of data governance principles, regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), and industry best practices. Strong technical proficiency in data modelling, SQL, ETL tools, data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), and advanced analytics techniques (e.g., machine learning, predictive modelling). Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization. Demonstrated experience in managing cross-functional teams and driving cultural change towards a data-driven mindset. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects and initiatives. Interested? Please submit your updated CV to Lucy Morgan at Crimson for immediate consideration. Not interested? Do you know someone who might be a perfect fit for this role? Refer a friend and earn 250 worth of vouchers! Crimson is acting as an employment agency regarding this vacancy.
For over 50 years we have been helping its clients deliver better business financing. Today, our products and services are used by over 120 banks and finance providers worldwide. Our flexible end-to-end platform offers them everything they need to provide an extensive range of financing products, smoothly and securely. From institutional lenders to SME specialists, our software gives our clients the agility to create new and innovative finance products that help their customers thrive. Headquartered in London, and with regional offices in California and Singapore, Lendscape employs over 200 people around the world. We continue to grow and evolve, building on our heritage while keeping pace with the changing demands of the financial software sector. About the role and our Engineering team Joining our team is an exciting opportunity to be apart of a growing bunch. As a member of a team that is spread across various parts of the world, you will gain exposure to diverse cultures and perspectives. Being a part of Lendscape while we are venturing into new countries puts you at the forefront of expansion! Our Software Engineering team is our biggest function, with 80 colleagues spread across 9 squads they play a key role ensuring we continue to be leaders in our field. We have some exciting new developments and are committed to introducing 3 additional teams to take us to over 100 colleagues in Engineering. You will be responsible for both manual and automated testing, using analytical and technical skills to have a direct impact of the quality of the software we create and deliver. How you will make a difference The Quality Lead will be responsible for leading and managing the quality assurance function within the Engineering department. The primary focus of the role is to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products through the implementation and continuous improvement of quality processes and methodologies. You are responsible for Developing and executing a comprehensive quality strategy aligned with organisational goals. Leading and mentoring a team of quality assurance professionals. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate quality practices throughout the software development lifecycle. Defining, implementing and continuously monitoring quality standards, procedures, and best practices with emphasis on rigour across the three. Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve software quality. Conducting regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement. Overseeing the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and test scripts. Staying abreast of industry trends and advancements in quality assurance and software testing. Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall software development efficiency and quality. Technical requirements In-depth understanding of quality assurance methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and DevOps. Experience in implementing and managing QA processes throughout the software development lifecycle. Proficiency in using testing tools and frameworks for both manual and automated testing. Knowledge of automation tools such as Cypress, Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or equivalent. Very strong expertise in test automation, including the ability to design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts. Competency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#) to facilitate automated testing and scripting. Experience with bug tracking and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla) to manage and prioritize quality issues. Proficient in version control systems (e.g., Git) to ensure proper code management and collaboration within development teams. Understanding of performance testing concepts and tools (e.g., Apache JMeter, LoadRunner) to assess software scalability and performance. Knowledge of security testing practices and tools to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities in software applications. Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their testing capabilities. Experience in testing mobile applications on various platforms (iOS, Android) and devices. Understanding of data management principles and proficiency in SQL for database testing. Skills and experience Proven experience in a leadership role within quality assurance or software testing. In-depth knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and best practices. Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Knowledge of continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices. Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Minimum of five years of experience in quality assurance/testing roles. Experience in a leadership or managerial position advantageous. What's in it for you Private medical care and cash plan Flexible working hours Continuous training Cycle scheme and sponsored gym Learning and development Wellness and mindfulness perks Colleague volunteering Life assurance Work alongside a team developing and delivering innovative technology that creates huge value for a variety of local and international clients Our culture We are very proud of our culture and our way of working. Below are our shared values and behaviours that make up our work environment and our day-to-day experience at Lendscape. Achieve great things, together: We are supportive and empathetic, always available to lend a hand when needed. Go above and beyond for customers: We are customer centric and give 100% to deliver exceptional outcomes. Everyone is willing to go the extra mile to solve the customer's biggest challenges and help them get ahead. Embrace every opportunity: We're inspired by opportunities to sustainably grow ourselves. Lendscape and our customers. Rise to the challenge: We are self-motivated, empowered with flexibility and autonomy to work in our best way. What to expect We appreciate you taking the time to apply to this role with us, and we are committed to making your journey with us as positive as possible. Interviews are a team effort and we're keen to address any queries you may have and to determine if you equally feel if we are the right choice for your career. Should your application be selected for an interview the process will be an initial conversation with our Talent Partner Safa Mohamoud. During this conversation we will explore your background, a broad overview of your skillset and what drives you. This will be followed by a conversation with our Head of Engineering, Jon Jenkins to dive deeper into your experience and equally for you to ask in depth questions about the role. You will also have the opportunity to meet with some of the members of the Engineering team to understand our ways of working a bit better. Lendscape is for everyone Lendscape is passionate about ensuring that we remain a top performing business and a fantastic place to work - a place where everyone is comfortable to work. We're a business that values equal opportunities for all and we celebrate the unique and diverse backgrounds and experiences of each individual. Interested but not sure you tick every box? We recognize that skills and experience can be gained in various ways, and we encourage you to apply for a role at our company, even if you feel your background might not perfectly align with the position. We look forward to connecting with you.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
For over 50 years we have been helping its clients deliver better business financing. Today, our products and services are used by over 120 banks and finance providers worldwide. Our flexible end-to-end platform offers them everything they need to provide an extensive range of financing products, smoothly and securely. From institutional lenders to SME specialists, our software gives our clients the agility to create new and innovative finance products that help their customers thrive. Headquartered in London, and with regional offices in California and Singapore, Lendscape employs over 200 people around the world. We continue to grow and evolve, building on our heritage while keeping pace with the changing demands of the financial software sector. About the role and our Engineering team Joining our team is an exciting opportunity to be apart of a growing bunch. As a member of a team that is spread across various parts of the world, you will gain exposure to diverse cultures and perspectives. Being a part of Lendscape while we are venturing into new countries puts you at the forefront of expansion! Our Software Engineering team is our biggest function, with 80 colleagues spread across 9 squads they play a key role ensuring we continue to be leaders in our field. We have some exciting new developments and are committed to introducing 3 additional teams to take us to over 100 colleagues in Engineering. You will be responsible for both manual and automated testing, using analytical and technical skills to have a direct impact of the quality of the software we create and deliver. How you will make a difference The Quality Lead will be responsible for leading and managing the quality assurance function within the Engineering department. The primary focus of the role is to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products through the implementation and continuous improvement of quality processes and methodologies. You are responsible for Developing and executing a comprehensive quality strategy aligned with organisational goals. Leading and mentoring a team of quality assurance professionals. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate quality practices throughout the software development lifecycle. Defining, implementing and continuously monitoring quality standards, procedures, and best practices with emphasis on rigour across the three. Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve software quality. Conducting regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement. Overseeing the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and test scripts. Staying abreast of industry trends and advancements in quality assurance and software testing. Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall software development efficiency and quality. Technical requirements In-depth understanding of quality assurance methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and DevOps. Experience in implementing and managing QA processes throughout the software development lifecycle. Proficiency in using testing tools and frameworks for both manual and automated testing. Knowledge of automation tools such as Cypress, Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or equivalent. Very strong expertise in test automation, including the ability to design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts. Competency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#) to facilitate automated testing and scripting. Experience with bug tracking and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla) to manage and prioritize quality issues. Proficient in version control systems (e.g., Git) to ensure proper code management and collaboration within development teams. Understanding of performance testing concepts and tools (e.g., Apache JMeter, LoadRunner) to assess software scalability and performance. Knowledge of security testing practices and tools to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities in software applications. Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their testing capabilities. Experience in testing mobile applications on various platforms (iOS, Android) and devices. Understanding of data management principles and proficiency in SQL for database testing. Skills and experience Proven experience in a leadership role within quality assurance or software testing. In-depth knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and best practices. Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Knowledge of continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices. Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Minimum of five years of experience in quality assurance/testing roles. Experience in a leadership or managerial position advantageous. What's in it for you Private medical care and cash plan Flexible working hours Continuous training Cycle scheme and sponsored gym Learning and development Wellness and mindfulness perks Colleague volunteering Life assurance Work alongside a team developing and delivering innovative technology that creates huge value for a variety of local and international clients Our culture We are very proud of our culture and our way of working. Below are our shared values and behaviours that make up our work environment and our day-to-day experience at Lendscape. Achieve great things, together: We are supportive and empathetic, always available to lend a hand when needed. Go above and beyond for customers: We are customer centric and give 100% to deliver exceptional outcomes. Everyone is willing to go the extra mile to solve the customer's biggest challenges and help them get ahead. Embrace every opportunity: We're inspired by opportunities to sustainably grow ourselves. Lendscape and our customers. Rise to the challenge: We are self-motivated, empowered with flexibility and autonomy to work in our best way. What to expect We appreciate you taking the time to apply to this role with us, and we are committed to making your journey with us as positive as possible. Interviews are a team effort and we're keen to address any queries you may have and to determine if you equally feel if we are the right choice for your career. Should your application be selected for an interview the process will be an initial conversation with our Talent Partner Safa Mohamoud. During this conversation we will explore your background, a broad overview of your skillset and what drives you. This will be followed by a conversation with our Head of Engineering, Jon Jenkins to dive deeper into your experience and equally for you to ask in depth questions about the role. You will also have the opportunity to meet with some of the members of the Engineering team to understand our ways of working a bit better. Lendscape is for everyone Lendscape is passionate about ensuring that we remain a top performing business and a fantastic place to work - a place where everyone is comfortable to work. We're a business that values equal opportunities for all and we celebrate the unique and diverse backgrounds and experiences of each individual. Interested but not sure you tick every box? We recognize that skills and experience can be gained in various ways, and we encourage you to apply for a role at our company, even if you feel your background might not perfectly align with the position. We look forward to connecting with you.
Position: Infrastructure Manager Salary: 60,000 per annum Industry: Managed Services Setup: Hybrid Location : West Midlands Benefits: 5% on new business / car allowance / salary benefits Are you a highly skilled and experienced IT professional looking for a new challenge? We are seeking an exceptional Infrastructure Manager to join our dynamic team and lead our ICT Infrastructure function. As an Infrastructure Manager, you will play a vital role in managing our IT operations, ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our infrastructure. Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day operations of the ICT Infrastructure function, overseeing server infrastructure, network management, cyber security, connectivity, telephony, and data backups. Lead a team of technical experts, providing guidance and support in their roles. Collaborate with the Head of IT to implement the strategic direction of the function, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Develop and maintain architecture standards and procedures to support the organization's IT infrastructure needs. Ensure the availability of the IT service desk during business hours and handle escalations. Act as a key point of contact for IT-related queries, providing prompt and effective resolutions. Plan and oversee IT operations, production support, systems administration, and network operations. Monitor and optimize system performance and SLAs, making recommendations for enhancements. Manage relationships with key IT product and service providers. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance infrastructure costs, performance, and end-user satisfaction. Stay updated on industry trends and assess their impact on enterprise infrastructure needs. Participate in the development of IT strategy planning activities. Collaborate with operational managers to define infrastructure support initiatives and solutions. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and information security guidelines. Requirements: Minimum 5 years of IT experience, including leadership roles in IT infrastructure operations, project delivery, and systems lifecycle management. Strong technical expertise in the following areas: Network design and administration Data center operations Database administration Systems programming and administration Microsoft back-end stack (AD/GPO, DNS, DHCP, SQL, SharePoint) Microsoft operating systems (Windows 10, Server (Apply online only Office 365 (Azure AD, Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive) Azure (VMs, security, networking, identity) Virtualization (VMware & Hyper-V) Storage solutions (Dell Compellent, QNAP, Brocade, Fibre-Channel, iSCSI) Network infrastructure (Cisco, FortiNet, PFSense, Ubiquiti, WAN architecture, SD-WAN) Telephony (Broadsoft) Monitoring tools (PRTG, SNMP) Firewall configuration and management Backup and recovery solutions (VEEAM, Zerto) Experience Proven team leadership and people development skills. Understanding of ITIL practices and ability to apply them effectively. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead internal and external projects from inception to completion. Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Project Management, or a related field (desirable). Relevant technical certifications, such as Microsoft, Azure, VMware, and Cisco (preferred). Join our team and be part of a dynamic organization at the forefront of technology! We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with ample opportunities for professional growth and development. To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience. We look forward to receiving your application! Note: This job description is not exhaustive, and you may be required to carry out additional duties as requested by your line manager. In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Position: Infrastructure Manager Salary: 60,000 per annum Industry: Managed Services Setup: Hybrid Location : West Midlands Benefits: 5% on new business / car allowance / salary benefits Are you a highly skilled and experienced IT professional looking for a new challenge? We are seeking an exceptional Infrastructure Manager to join our dynamic team and lead our ICT Infrastructure function. As an Infrastructure Manager, you will play a vital role in managing our IT operations, ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our infrastructure. Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day operations of the ICT Infrastructure function, overseeing server infrastructure, network management, cyber security, connectivity, telephony, and data backups. Lead a team of technical experts, providing guidance and support in their roles. Collaborate with the Head of IT to implement the strategic direction of the function, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Develop and maintain architecture standards and procedures to support the organization's IT infrastructure needs. Ensure the availability of the IT service desk during business hours and handle escalations. Act as a key point of contact for IT-related queries, providing prompt and effective resolutions. Plan and oversee IT operations, production support, systems administration, and network operations. Monitor and optimize system performance and SLAs, making recommendations for enhancements. Manage relationships with key IT product and service providers. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance infrastructure costs, performance, and end-user satisfaction. Stay updated on industry trends and assess their impact on enterprise infrastructure needs. Participate in the development of IT strategy planning activities. Collaborate with operational managers to define infrastructure support initiatives and solutions. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and information security guidelines. Requirements: Minimum 5 years of IT experience, including leadership roles in IT infrastructure operations, project delivery, and systems lifecycle management. Strong technical expertise in the following areas: Network design and administration Data center operations Database administration Systems programming and administration Microsoft back-end stack (AD/GPO, DNS, DHCP, SQL, SharePoint) Microsoft operating systems (Windows 10, Server (Apply online only Office 365 (Azure AD, Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive) Azure (VMs, security, networking, identity) Virtualization (VMware & Hyper-V) Storage solutions (Dell Compellent, QNAP, Brocade, Fibre-Channel, iSCSI) Network infrastructure (Cisco, FortiNet, PFSense, Ubiquiti, WAN architecture, SD-WAN) Telephony (Broadsoft) Monitoring tools (PRTG, SNMP) Firewall configuration and management Backup and recovery solutions (VEEAM, Zerto) Experience Proven team leadership and people development skills. Understanding of ITIL practices and ability to apply them effectively. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead internal and external projects from inception to completion. Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Project Management, or a related field (desirable). Relevant technical certifications, such as Microsoft, Azure, VMware, and Cisco (preferred). Join our team and be part of a dynamic organization at the forefront of technology! We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with ample opportunities for professional growth and development. To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience. We look forward to receiving your application! Note: This job description is not exhaustive, and you may be required to carry out additional duties as requested by your line manager. In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
This role of Head of IT is both strategic and hands-on, requiring the successful candidate to lead the Technology team in a thriving Technology & Telecoms business. The role is responsible for driving the company's technology strategy and managing overall IT operations. Client Details Our client is a large-scale player in the Technology & Telecoms industry. With several hundred employees, they lead the market in developing innovative solutions. Their operations are based in Manchester but their impact is felt globally. Description The key responsibilities of the Head of IT is responsible for but, not limited to: Develop and implement the company's technology strategy. Manage the Technology team, overseeing projects and operations. Ensure all IT systems and procedures lead to outcomes in line with business goals. Identify and eliminate security vulnerabilities with strategic solutions that increase data security. Communicate with the team and key stakeholders on project strategy and results. Collaborate with the executive team to assess and recommend technologies in support of company needs. Support the company's product team with technology related decisions. Ensure the company's technology assets are maintained and managed properly. Profile A successful Head of IT should have: A degree in Computer Science, IT, Systems Engineering or a related qualification. Strong knowledge of data analysis, budgeting and business operations. Superior strategic planning and project management skills. Experience in controlling information technology budget. Excellent organisational and leadership skills. Broad knowledge of current and emerging technologies. Strong problem-solving abilities. Job Offer A competitive salary, ranging from £65,000 to £75,000, based on experience. Generous holiday leave. A supportive and collaborative company culture. Opportunities for professional development within the Technology & Telecoms industry. A central Manchester location with great transport links. We invite all suitable candidates to apply and look forward to receiving your applications.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
This role of Head of IT is both strategic and hands-on, requiring the successful candidate to lead the Technology team in a thriving Technology & Telecoms business. The role is responsible for driving the company's technology strategy and managing overall IT operations. Client Details Our client is a large-scale player in the Technology & Telecoms industry. With several hundred employees, they lead the market in developing innovative solutions. Their operations are based in Manchester but their impact is felt globally. Description The key responsibilities of the Head of IT is responsible for but, not limited to: Develop and implement the company's technology strategy. Manage the Technology team, overseeing projects and operations. Ensure all IT systems and procedures lead to outcomes in line with business goals. Identify and eliminate security vulnerabilities with strategic solutions that increase data security. Communicate with the team and key stakeholders on project strategy and results. Collaborate with the executive team to assess and recommend technologies in support of company needs. Support the company's product team with technology related decisions. Ensure the company's technology assets are maintained and managed properly. Profile A successful Head of IT should have: A degree in Computer Science, IT, Systems Engineering or a related qualification. Strong knowledge of data analysis, budgeting and business operations. Superior strategic planning and project management skills. Experience in controlling information technology budget. Excellent organisational and leadership skills. Broad knowledge of current and emerging technologies. Strong problem-solving abilities. Job Offer A competitive salary, ranging from £65,000 to £75,000, based on experience. Generous holiday leave. A supportive and collaborative company culture. Opportunities for professional development within the Technology & Telecoms industry. A central Manchester location with great transport links. We invite all suitable candidates to apply and look forward to receiving your applications.
Job description Site Name: London The Stanley Building Posted Date: Mar At GSK, we want to supercharge our data capability to better understand our patients and accelerate our ability to discover vaccines and medicines. The Onyx Research Data Platform organization represents a major investment by GSK R&D and Digital & Tech, designed to deliver a step-change in our ability to leverage data, knowledge, and prediction to find new medicines. We are a full-stack shop consisting of product and portfolio leadership, data engineering, infrastructure and DevOps, data / metadata / knowledge platforms, and AI/ML and analysis platforms, all geared toward: Building a next-generation, metadata- and automation-driven data experience for GSK's scientists, engineers, and decision-makers, increasing productivity and reducing time spent on "data mechanics" Providing best-in-class AI/ML and data analysis environments to accelerate our predictive capabilities and attract top-tier talent Aggressively engineering our data at scale, as one unified asset, to unlock the value of our unique collection of data and predictions in real-time Onyx Product Management is at the heart of our mission, ensuring that everything from our infrastructure, to platforms, to end-user facing data assets and environments is designed to maximize our impact on R&D. The Product Management team partners with R&D stakeholders and Onyx leadership to develop a strategic roadmap for all customer-facing aspects of Onyx, including data assets, ontology, Knowledge Graph / semantic search, data / computing / analysis platforms, and data-powered applications. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager for our Computing Platforms Products. In this role, you will be responsible for developing the product strategy of our Computing Platform to meet customer needs. You will partner closely with Onyx's organizations, including AI/ML, a diversity of R&D teams utilizing data to accelerate drug discovery (genomics sciences, computational biology, imaging, computational chemistry, to name a few), along with the Onyx portfolio management and engineering function heads to deliver industry-leading solutions that power R&D workloads. You will drive the product roadmap, guide product development initiatives, and ensure the successful launch and adoption of our Compute platform including the migration of existing GSK applications to the platform. Together, you will facilitate joint planning and execution of the product roadmap, ensuring a balance between strategic development and customer-facing deliverables. You will also play a key role in devising, tracking, and publicizing metrics that measure the impact and performance of Onyx Compute Platform Products. You will be responsible for understanding the business areas using Onyx, Platform capabilities, translating customer needs into requirements aligned with standard frameworks such as ontologies and engineering pipelines, and ensure our R&D teams receive the solutions they need to succeed. In this role you will Product Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy for our AI/ML compute platform, aligning with the Onyx's overall goals and objectives. Roadmap Development: Define and prioritize features, enhancements, and functionalities for the platform based on user analysis, customer feedback, and business requirements. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with engineering, AI/ML, and portfolio/program teams to ensure successful product development and deployment. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders to understand their needs, gather feedback, and incorporate it into product planning and development processes. Product Launch: Plan and oversee product launches, ensuring effective communication, documentation, and training to drive product adoption and success. Performance Measurement: Define key product metrics, establish monitoring systems, and regularly evaluate and report on the performance and success of the compute platform. Product Ambassador: Serve as an ambassador of the compute platform, effectively communicating its value and benefits to GSK Research and Development leadership and identifying potential customers. Industry Expertise: Stay up to date with the latest advancements and trends in AI, machine learning, and compute platforms, applying industry knowledge to drive innovation and competitive advantage. Why you? Qualifications & Skills: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Experience of cloud computing management for scientific computing, data science and/or artificial intelligence model training with a major cloud provider (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure etc) Strong relevant experience in Data Science, Scientific Computing, Machine Learning/AI, Computer Science, Platform Engineering, or related discipline. Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Strong leadership abilities and a self-driven, proactive approach. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. Preferred Qualifications & Skills: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Technical Knowledge: Experience with and strong understanding of on-prem and cloud computing, and software development practices; familiarity with MLOps and distributed computing is highly desirable. Experience with containers and virtual machines including Kubernetes, Slurm or other orchestration tools. Knowledge of modern infrastructure including Infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g. Terraform, Ansible ) Familiar with software engineering ways of working and engagement model Strong proficiency in utilizing various product management tools, including Jira and Confluence. Proven track record of managing developer platforms, tools, and services. Strong proficiency in utilizing various product management tools, including Jira and Confluence. Prior product management experience of enterprise AI/ML platform is strongly preferred. Experience with bioinformatics/genomics database, biological datasets, Pharma R&D is a plus, but not required. Strategic Thinker: Proven track record in developing and executing product strategies that drive business growth and customer satisfaction. Stakeholder Skills: Demonstrated ability to keep cross-functional teams, set clear objectives, and foster a collaborative and innovative work environment. Can lead without authority. Customer Focus: A customer-centric mindset with a deep understanding of customer needs and the ability to translate them into effective product solutions. Analytical and Data-Driven: Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather and interpret data, perform market research, and make data-driven decisions. Excellent Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex ideas and concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and can adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs. Closing Date for Applications: Monday 8th April 2024 (COB) Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert. When applying for this role, please use the 'cover letter' of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application. During the course of your application, you will be requested to complete voluntary information which will be used in monitoring the effectiveness of our equality and diversity policies. Your information will be treated as confidential and will not be used in any part of the selection process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the application / selection process to enable you to demonstrate your ability to perform the job requirements, please contact . This will help us to understand any modifications we may need to make to support you throughout our selection process. Why Us? GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together - so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns - as an organization where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of 2030. Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it's also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a workplace where everyone can feel a sense of belonging and thrive as set out in our Equal and Inclusive Treatment of Employees policy. We're committed to being more proactive at all levels so that our workforce reflects the communities we work and hire in, and our GSK leadership reflects our GSK workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are open to all talent. In the US, we also adhere to Affirmative Action principles . click apply for full job details
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Job description Site Name: London The Stanley Building Posted Date: Mar At GSK, we want to supercharge our data capability to better understand our patients and accelerate our ability to discover vaccines and medicines. The Onyx Research Data Platform organization represents a major investment by GSK R&D and Digital & Tech, designed to deliver a step-change in our ability to leverage data, knowledge, and prediction to find new medicines. We are a full-stack shop consisting of product and portfolio leadership, data engineering, infrastructure and DevOps, data / metadata / knowledge platforms, and AI/ML and analysis platforms, all geared toward: Building a next-generation, metadata- and automation-driven data experience for GSK's scientists, engineers, and decision-makers, increasing productivity and reducing time spent on "data mechanics" Providing best-in-class AI/ML and data analysis environments to accelerate our predictive capabilities and attract top-tier talent Aggressively engineering our data at scale, as one unified asset, to unlock the value of our unique collection of data and predictions in real-time Onyx Product Management is at the heart of our mission, ensuring that everything from our infrastructure, to platforms, to end-user facing data assets and environments is designed to maximize our impact on R&D. The Product Management team partners with R&D stakeholders and Onyx leadership to develop a strategic roadmap for all customer-facing aspects of Onyx, including data assets, ontology, Knowledge Graph / semantic search, data / computing / analysis platforms, and data-powered applications. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager for our Computing Platforms Products. In this role, you will be responsible for developing the product strategy of our Computing Platform to meet customer needs. You will partner closely with Onyx's organizations, including AI/ML, a diversity of R&D teams utilizing data to accelerate drug discovery (genomics sciences, computational biology, imaging, computational chemistry, to name a few), along with the Onyx portfolio management and engineering function heads to deliver industry-leading solutions that power R&D workloads. You will drive the product roadmap, guide product development initiatives, and ensure the successful launch and adoption of our Compute platform including the migration of existing GSK applications to the platform. Together, you will facilitate joint planning and execution of the product roadmap, ensuring a balance between strategic development and customer-facing deliverables. You will also play a key role in devising, tracking, and publicizing metrics that measure the impact and performance of Onyx Compute Platform Products. You will be responsible for understanding the business areas using Onyx, Platform capabilities, translating customer needs into requirements aligned with standard frameworks such as ontologies and engineering pipelines, and ensure our R&D teams receive the solutions they need to succeed. In this role you will Product Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy for our AI/ML compute platform, aligning with the Onyx's overall goals and objectives. Roadmap Development: Define and prioritize features, enhancements, and functionalities for the platform based on user analysis, customer feedback, and business requirements. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with engineering, AI/ML, and portfolio/program teams to ensure successful product development and deployment. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders to understand their needs, gather feedback, and incorporate it into product planning and development processes. Product Launch: Plan and oversee product launches, ensuring effective communication, documentation, and training to drive product adoption and success. Performance Measurement: Define key product metrics, establish monitoring systems, and regularly evaluate and report on the performance and success of the compute platform. Product Ambassador: Serve as an ambassador of the compute platform, effectively communicating its value and benefits to GSK Research and Development leadership and identifying potential customers. Industry Expertise: Stay up to date with the latest advancements and trends in AI, machine learning, and compute platforms, applying industry knowledge to drive innovation and competitive advantage. Why you? Qualifications & Skills: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Experience of cloud computing management for scientific computing, data science and/or artificial intelligence model training with a major cloud provider (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure etc) Strong relevant experience in Data Science, Scientific Computing, Machine Learning/AI, Computer Science, Platform Engineering, or related discipline. Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Strong leadership abilities and a self-driven, proactive approach. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. Preferred Qualifications & Skills: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Technical Knowledge: Experience with and strong understanding of on-prem and cloud computing, and software development practices; familiarity with MLOps and distributed computing is highly desirable. Experience with containers and virtual machines including Kubernetes, Slurm or other orchestration tools. Knowledge of modern infrastructure including Infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g. Terraform, Ansible ) Familiar with software engineering ways of working and engagement model Strong proficiency in utilizing various product management tools, including Jira and Confluence. Proven track record of managing developer platforms, tools, and services. Strong proficiency in utilizing various product management tools, including Jira and Confluence. Prior product management experience of enterprise AI/ML platform is strongly preferred. Experience with bioinformatics/genomics database, biological datasets, Pharma R&D is a plus, but not required. Strategic Thinker: Proven track record in developing and executing product strategies that drive business growth and customer satisfaction. Stakeholder Skills: Demonstrated ability to keep cross-functional teams, set clear objectives, and foster a collaborative and innovative work environment. Can lead without authority. Customer Focus: A customer-centric mindset with a deep understanding of customer needs and the ability to translate them into effective product solutions. Analytical and Data-Driven: Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather and interpret data, perform market research, and make data-driven decisions. Excellent Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex ideas and concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and can adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs. Closing Date for Applications: Monday 8th April 2024 (COB) Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert. When applying for this role, please use the 'cover letter' of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application. During the course of your application, you will be requested to complete voluntary information which will be used in monitoring the effectiveness of our equality and diversity policies. Your information will be treated as confidential and will not be used in any part of the selection process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the application / selection process to enable you to demonstrate your ability to perform the job requirements, please contact . This will help us to understand any modifications we may need to make to support you throughout our selection process. Why Us? GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together - so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns - as an organization where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of 2030. Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it's also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a workplace where everyone can feel a sense of belonging and thrive as set out in our Equal and Inclusive Treatment of Employees policy. We're committed to being more proactive at all levels so that our workforce reflects the communities we work and hire in, and our GSK leadership reflects our GSK workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are open to all talent. In the US, we also adhere to Affirmative Action principles . click apply for full job details
Site Name: London The Stanley Building Posted Date: Mar At GSK, we want to supercharge our data capability to better understand our patients and accelerate our ability to discover vaccines and medicines. The Onyx Research Data Platform organization represents a major investment by GSK R&D and Digital & Tech, designed to deliver a step-change in our ability to leverage data, knowledge, and prediction to find new medicines. We are a full-stack shop consisting of product and portfolio leadership, data engineering, infrastructure and DevOps, data / metadata / knowledge platforms, and AI/ML and analysis platforms, all geared toward: Building a next-generation, metadata- and automation-driven data experience for GSK's scientists, engineers, and decision-makers, increasing productivity and reducing time spent on "data mechanics" Providing best-in-class AI/ML and data analysis environments to accelerate our predictive capabilities and attract top-tier talent Aggressively engineering our data at scale, as one unified asset, to unlock the value of our unique collection of data and predictions in real-time Onyx Product Management is at the heart of our mission, ensuring that everything from our infrastructure, to platforms, to end-user facing data assets and environments is designed to maximize our impact on R&D. The Product Management team partners with R&D stakeholders and Onyx leadership to develop a strategic roadmap for all customer-facing aspects of Onyx, including data assets, ontology, Knowledge Graph / semantic search, data / computing / analysis platforms, and data-powered applications. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager for our Computing Platforms Products. In this role, you will be responsible for developing the product strategy of our Computing Platform to meet customer needs. You will partner closely with Onyx's organizations, including AI/ML, a diversity of R&D teams utilizing data to accelerate drug discovery (genomics sciences, computational biology, imaging, computational chemistry, to name a few), along with the Onyx portfolio management and engineering function heads to deliver industry-leading solutions that power R&D workloads. You will drive the product roadmap, guide product development initiatives, and ensure the successful launch and adoption of our Compute platform including the migration of existing GSK applications to the platform. Together, you will facilitate joint planning and execution of the product roadmap, ensuring a balance between strategic development and customer-facing deliverables. You will also play a key role in devising, tracking, and publicizing metrics that measure the impact and performance of Onyx Compute Platform Products. You will be responsible for understanding the business areas using Onyx, Platform capabilities, translating customer needs into requirements aligned with standard frameworks such as ontologies and engineering pipelines, and ensure our R&D teams receive the solutions they need to succeed. In this role you will Product Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy for our AI/ML compute platform, aligning with the Onyx's overall goals and objectives. Roadmap Development: Define and prioritize features, enhancements, and functionalities for the platform based on user analysis, customer feedback, and business requirements. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with engineering, AI/ML, and portfolio/program teams to ensure successful product development and deployment. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders to understand their needs, gather feedback, and incorporate it into product planning and development processes. Product Launch: Plan and oversee product launches, ensuring effective communication, documentation, and training to drive product adoption and success. Performance Measurement: Define key product metrics, establish monitoring systems, and regularly evaluate and report on the performance and success of the compute platform. Product Ambassador: Serve as an ambassador of the compute platform, effectively communicating its value and benefits to GSK Research and Development leadership and identifying potential customers. Industry Expertise: Stay up to date with the latest advancements and trends in AI, machine learning, and compute platforms, applying industry knowledge to drive innovation and competitive advantage. Why you? Qualifications & Skills: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Significant technical product management experience Experience of cloud computing management for scientific computing, data science and/or artificial intelligence model training with a major cloud provider (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure etc) Strong relevant experience in Data Science, Scientific Computing, Machine Learning/AI, Computer Science, Platform Engineering, or related discipline. Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Strong leadership abilities and a self-driven, proactive approach. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. Preferred Qualifications & Skills: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Technical Knowledge: Experience with andstrong understanding of on-prem and cloud computing, and software development practices; familiarity with MLOps and distributed computing is highly desirable. Experience with containers and virtual machines including Kubernetes, Slurm or other orchestration tools. Knowledge of modern infrastructure including Infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g. Terraform, Ansible ) Familiar with software engineering ways of working and engagement model Strong proficiency in utilizing various product management tools, including Jira and Confluence. Proven track record of managing developer platforms, tools, and services. Strong proficiency in utilizing various product management tools, including Jira and Confluence. Prior product management experience of enterprise AI/ML platform is strongly preferred. Experience with bioinformatics/genomics database, biological datasets, Pharma R&D is a plus, but not required. Strategic Thinker: Proven track record in developing and executing product strategies that drive business growth and customer satisfaction. Stakeholder Skills: Demonstrated ability to keep cross-functional teams, set clear objectives, and foster a collaborative and innovative work environment. Can lead without authority. Customer Focus: A customer-centric mindset with a deep understanding of customer needs and the ability to translate them into effective product solutions. Analytical and Data-Driven: Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather and interpret data, perform market research, and make data-driven decisions. Excellent Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex ideas and concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and can adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs. Closing Date for Applications: Monday 8th April 2024 (COB) Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert. When applying for this role, please use the 'cover letter' of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application. During the course of your application, you will be requested to complete voluntary information which will be used in monitoring the effectiveness of our equality and diversity policies. Your information will be treated as confidential and will not be used in any part of the selection process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the application / selection process to enable you to demonstrate your ability to perform the job requirements, please contact . This will help us to understand any modifications we may need to make to support you throughout our selection process. Why Us? GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together - so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns - as an organization where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of 2030. Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it's also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a workplace where everyone can feel a sense of belonging and thrive as set out in our Equal and Inclusive Treatment of Employees policy. We're committed to being more proactive at all levels so that our workforce reflects the communities we work and hire in, and our GSK leadership reflects our GSK workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are open to all talent. In the US, we also adhere to Affirmative Action principles . click apply for full job details
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Site Name: London The Stanley Building Posted Date: Mar At GSK, we want to supercharge our data capability to better understand our patients and accelerate our ability to discover vaccines and medicines. The Onyx Research Data Platform organization represents a major investment by GSK R&D and Digital & Tech, designed to deliver a step-change in our ability to leverage data, knowledge, and prediction to find new medicines. We are a full-stack shop consisting of product and portfolio leadership, data engineering, infrastructure and DevOps, data / metadata / knowledge platforms, and AI/ML and analysis platforms, all geared toward: Building a next-generation, metadata- and automation-driven data experience for GSK's scientists, engineers, and decision-makers, increasing productivity and reducing time spent on "data mechanics" Providing best-in-class AI/ML and data analysis environments to accelerate our predictive capabilities and attract top-tier talent Aggressively engineering our data at scale, as one unified asset, to unlock the value of our unique collection of data and predictions in real-time Onyx Product Management is at the heart of our mission, ensuring that everything from our infrastructure, to platforms, to end-user facing data assets and environments is designed to maximize our impact on R&D. The Product Management team partners with R&D stakeholders and Onyx leadership to develop a strategic roadmap for all customer-facing aspects of Onyx, including data assets, ontology, Knowledge Graph / semantic search, data / computing / analysis platforms, and data-powered applications. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager for our Computing Platforms Products. In this role, you will be responsible for developing the product strategy of our Computing Platform to meet customer needs. You will partner closely with Onyx's organizations, including AI/ML, a diversity of R&D teams utilizing data to accelerate drug discovery (genomics sciences, computational biology, imaging, computational chemistry, to name a few), along with the Onyx portfolio management and engineering function heads to deliver industry-leading solutions that power R&D workloads. You will drive the product roadmap, guide product development initiatives, and ensure the successful launch and adoption of our Compute platform including the migration of existing GSK applications to the platform. Together, you will facilitate joint planning and execution of the product roadmap, ensuring a balance between strategic development and customer-facing deliverables. You will also play a key role in devising, tracking, and publicizing metrics that measure the impact and performance of Onyx Compute Platform Products. You will be responsible for understanding the business areas using Onyx, Platform capabilities, translating customer needs into requirements aligned with standard frameworks such as ontologies and engineering pipelines, and ensure our R&D teams receive the solutions they need to succeed. In this role you will Product Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy for our AI/ML compute platform, aligning with the Onyx's overall goals and objectives. Roadmap Development: Define and prioritize features, enhancements, and functionalities for the platform based on user analysis, customer feedback, and business requirements. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with engineering, AI/ML, and portfolio/program teams to ensure successful product development and deployment. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders to understand their needs, gather feedback, and incorporate it into product planning and development processes. Product Launch: Plan and oversee product launches, ensuring effective communication, documentation, and training to drive product adoption and success. Performance Measurement: Define key product metrics, establish monitoring systems, and regularly evaluate and report on the performance and success of the compute platform. Product Ambassador: Serve as an ambassador of the compute platform, effectively communicating its value and benefits to GSK Research and Development leadership and identifying potential customers. Industry Expertise: Stay up to date with the latest advancements and trends in AI, machine learning, and compute platforms, applying industry knowledge to drive innovation and competitive advantage. Why you? Qualifications & Skills: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Significant technical product management experience Experience of cloud computing management for scientific computing, data science and/or artificial intelligence model training with a major cloud provider (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure etc) Strong relevant experience in Data Science, Scientific Computing, Machine Learning/AI, Computer Science, Platform Engineering, or related discipline. Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Strong leadership abilities and a self-driven, proactive approach. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. Preferred Qualifications & Skills: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Technical Knowledge: Experience with andstrong understanding of on-prem and cloud computing, and software development practices; familiarity with MLOps and distributed computing is highly desirable. Experience with containers and virtual machines including Kubernetes, Slurm or other orchestration tools. Knowledge of modern infrastructure including Infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g. Terraform, Ansible ) Familiar with software engineering ways of working and engagement model Strong proficiency in utilizing various product management tools, including Jira and Confluence. Proven track record of managing developer platforms, tools, and services. Strong proficiency in utilizing various product management tools, including Jira and Confluence. Prior product management experience of enterprise AI/ML platform is strongly preferred. Experience with bioinformatics/genomics database, biological datasets, Pharma R&D is a plus, but not required. Strategic Thinker: Proven track record in developing and executing product strategies that drive business growth and customer satisfaction. Stakeholder Skills: Demonstrated ability to keep cross-functional teams, set clear objectives, and foster a collaborative and innovative work environment. Can lead without authority. Customer Focus: A customer-centric mindset with a deep understanding of customer needs and the ability to translate them into effective product solutions. Analytical and Data-Driven: Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather and interpret data, perform market research, and make data-driven decisions. Excellent Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex ideas and concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and can adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs. Closing Date for Applications: Monday 8th April 2024 (COB) Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert. When applying for this role, please use the 'cover letter' of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application. During the course of your application, you will be requested to complete voluntary information which will be used in monitoring the effectiveness of our equality and diversity policies. Your information will be treated as confidential and will not be used in any part of the selection process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the application / selection process to enable you to demonstrate your ability to perform the job requirements, please contact . This will help us to understand any modifications we may need to make to support you throughout our selection process. Why Us? GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together - so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns - as an organization where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of 2030. Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it's also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a workplace where everyone can feel a sense of belonging and thrive as set out in our Equal and Inclusive Treatment of Employees policy. We're committed to being more proactive at all levels so that our workforce reflects the communities we work and hire in, and our GSK leadership reflects our GSK workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are open to all talent. In the US, we also adhere to Affirmative Action principles . click apply for full job details
About Makutu Makutu designs, builds and supports cloud data platforms. We are passionate about the role data plays in the support of our customers strategies. We have developed our own Analytics and Ai assessment that enables us to engage with our clients by providing a range of Analytic and Ai services to support them on their data journey. The pathway covers: Data Science Assessment Data Architecture Data Engineering Data Visualisation Data Science, AI and Gen AI We are a Microsoft Solutions Partner (Azure Data & AI) and are busy building a talented team of Data Engineers with the relevant skills to deliver industry leading data platforms for our customers. This Data Engineer role is key to building and growing the in-house technical team at Makutu. The role will provide the successful applicant with the opportunity for significant career development while working with a range of large businesses to whom data is critical to their success. Working as a Makutu Data Engineer you will be part of a team working closely with our impressive customer base. You'll require excellent written and verbal English language and communication skills. Where does the role sit? Big growth plans are in place to build a broader and deeper technical capability with a focus on the Microsoft Azure technology stack. The position of Data Engineer is a key role in the new wider capability of our team. While the role is home based, occasional visits to our Head Office and customer sites will be required. Key responsibilities Identify, design, and implement working practices across data pipelines, data architectures, testing and deployment. Understand complex business requirements and providing solutions to business problems. Understand modern data architecture approaches and associated cloud focused solutions. Defining data engineering best practice and sharing across the organisation. Collaborating with the wider team on data strategy. Typical Skills Profile and Experience MUST HOLD A CURRENT SC OR DV SECURITY CLEARANCE A relevant Bachelors degree in Computing, Mathematics, Data Science or similar (ideal but not essential). A Masters degree in Data Science (ideal but not essential). Experience building data pipelines with modern practices including the use of cloud native technologies, DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines and agile delivery. Experience with data modelling, data warehousing, data lake solutions. Able to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders. Preferred Azure Certifications Azure Data Engineering on DP-203 Experience working with some of these technologies listed: Power BI Power Apps Blob storage Synapse Azure Data Factory (ADF) Azure Fabric IOT Hub SQL Server Azure Data Lake Storage Azure Databricks Purview Power Platform Python
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
About Makutu Makutu designs, builds and supports cloud data platforms. We are passionate about the role data plays in the support of our customers strategies. We have developed our own Analytics and Ai assessment that enables us to engage with our clients by providing a range of Analytic and Ai services to support them on their data journey. The pathway covers: Data Science Assessment Data Architecture Data Engineering Data Visualisation Data Science, AI and Gen AI We are a Microsoft Solutions Partner (Azure Data & AI) and are busy building a talented team of Data Engineers with the relevant skills to deliver industry leading data platforms for our customers. This Data Engineer role is key to building and growing the in-house technical team at Makutu. The role will provide the successful applicant with the opportunity for significant career development while working with a range of large businesses to whom data is critical to their success. Working as a Makutu Data Engineer you will be part of a team working closely with our impressive customer base. You'll require excellent written and verbal English language and communication skills. Where does the role sit? Big growth plans are in place to build a broader and deeper technical capability with a focus on the Microsoft Azure technology stack. The position of Data Engineer is a key role in the new wider capability of our team. While the role is home based, occasional visits to our Head Office and customer sites will be required. Key responsibilities Identify, design, and implement working practices across data pipelines, data architectures, testing and deployment. Understand complex business requirements and providing solutions to business problems. Understand modern data architecture approaches and associated cloud focused solutions. Defining data engineering best practice and sharing across the organisation. Collaborating with the wider team on data strategy. Typical Skills Profile and Experience MUST HOLD A CURRENT SC OR DV SECURITY CLEARANCE A relevant Bachelors degree in Computing, Mathematics, Data Science or similar (ideal but not essential). A Masters degree in Data Science (ideal but not essential). Experience building data pipelines with modern practices including the use of cloud native technologies, DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines and agile delivery. Experience with data modelling, data warehousing, data lake solutions. Able to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders. Preferred Azure Certifications Azure Data Engineering on DP-203 Experience working with some of these technologies listed: Power BI Power Apps Blob storage Synapse Azure Data Factory (ADF) Azure Fabric IOT Hub SQL Server Azure Data Lake Storage Azure Databricks Purview Power Platform Python
Head of IT Systems & Data - Epping, onsite £75,000 - £85,000 per annum DOE Do you have experience in leading a global supply chain organisation IT Strategy, Systems Integration and Data Innovation? Purpose: As the Head of IT Systems & Data, you ll play a pivotal role in driving the IT strategy of our fast-growing international Group, aligning it seamlessly with our organizational goals. You will lead the design, planning, and implementation of solutions, addressing current challenges due to growth and proactively shaping our future success as we expand. Main Responsibilities: Develop and execute a forward-looking IT strategy in alignment with the company s global growth roadmap. Lead and oversee multiple IT projects, E-Commerce, Amazon marketplace, transaction processing, accounting, MI & BI, warehousing WMS, & global location setups. Enhance the existing SAP ERP system to become a fully utilized global solution, optimizing transactional processing to manufacturing processes. Collaborate closely with Finance to introduce SAP ERP financial reports and lead global operational modules. Implement robust solutions for collating, storing, and reporting on business data, including data warehouses, BI insights, and CRM systems. Drive technological innovation to unlock commercial and operational opportunities, efficiencies, and organizational value. Manage all group infrastructure, security, compliance, and vendor relationships. Drive and manage the overall journey in systems integration projects, leveraging extensive experience in this domain. Possess experience in supply chain systems within E-Commerce, consumer products, wholesale/retail, or manufacturing industries. Provide visionary leadership, driving business growth through futuristic ideas and solutions. Confidently deliver projects, ensuring timely and successful completion. Technical Skills: Proficient in Project Management principles. Proven expertise in ERP systems, with a focus on SAP implementation within product-based businesses. Familiarity with MRP, WMS, BI systems, and data warehousing. Knowledge of E-Commerce platforms. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor s degree in computer science or equivalent related qualification. Extensive experience in driving and managing the overall journey in systems integration projects. Experience in supply chain systems within E-Commerce, consumer products, wholesale/retail, or manufacturing industries. Soft Skills: Strong leadership and management abilities, with a knack for influencing others. Results-driven mindset coupled with hands-on problem-solving skills. Passion for innovation and generating fresh ideas. Proficient in conflict resolution and navigating challenging situations. Agility to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Other Requirements: Willingness to travel occasionally as required to group international locations. Join us in shaping the future of our organization through IT strategy, data innovation, and systems integration. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team!
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Head of IT Systems & Data - Epping, onsite £75,000 - £85,000 per annum DOE Do you have experience in leading a global supply chain organisation IT Strategy, Systems Integration and Data Innovation? Purpose: As the Head of IT Systems & Data, you ll play a pivotal role in driving the IT strategy of our fast-growing international Group, aligning it seamlessly with our organizational goals. You will lead the design, planning, and implementation of solutions, addressing current challenges due to growth and proactively shaping our future success as we expand. Main Responsibilities: Develop and execute a forward-looking IT strategy in alignment with the company s global growth roadmap. Lead and oversee multiple IT projects, E-Commerce, Amazon marketplace, transaction processing, accounting, MI & BI, warehousing WMS, & global location setups. Enhance the existing SAP ERP system to become a fully utilized global solution, optimizing transactional processing to manufacturing processes. Collaborate closely with Finance to introduce SAP ERP financial reports and lead global operational modules. Implement robust solutions for collating, storing, and reporting on business data, including data warehouses, BI insights, and CRM systems. Drive technological innovation to unlock commercial and operational opportunities, efficiencies, and organizational value. Manage all group infrastructure, security, compliance, and vendor relationships. Drive and manage the overall journey in systems integration projects, leveraging extensive experience in this domain. Possess experience in supply chain systems within E-Commerce, consumer products, wholesale/retail, or manufacturing industries. Provide visionary leadership, driving business growth through futuristic ideas and solutions. Confidently deliver projects, ensuring timely and successful completion. Technical Skills: Proficient in Project Management principles. Proven expertise in ERP systems, with a focus on SAP implementation within product-based businesses. Familiarity with MRP, WMS, BI systems, and data warehousing. Knowledge of E-Commerce platforms. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor s degree in computer science or equivalent related qualification. Extensive experience in driving and managing the overall journey in systems integration projects. Experience in supply chain systems within E-Commerce, consumer products, wholesale/retail, or manufacturing industries. Soft Skills: Strong leadership and management abilities, with a knack for influencing others. Results-driven mindset coupled with hands-on problem-solving skills. Passion for innovation and generating fresh ideas. Proficient in conflict resolution and navigating challenging situations. Agility to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Other Requirements: Willingness to travel occasionally as required to group international locations. Join us in shaping the future of our organization through IT strategy, data innovation, and systems integration. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team!
Linklaters is a global law firm, with 31 offices in 21 countries worldwide. We have been named as one of The Times' Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality for the tenth consecutive year; recognised by Stonewall as a top 10 employer for LGBTQ+ inclusion, and by the Social Mobility Employer Index as a top employer for advancing social mobility. We recognise that one size does not fit all. Our goal is to embed flexibility across our firm by giving everyone the opportunity to work in an agile way, whether as a regular pattern or on an ad hoc basis, and we will be happy to discuss this further. We also recognise that women, especially, may hesitate to apply if they feel they may not meet every requirement listed despite being excited by the role. If this sounds like you, we'd really encourage you to apply. Head of Data Governance - The role: The Head of Data Governance will play a vital role in supporting Linklaters' data driven decision making, ensuring that there is trust in, and accountability for, the quality of our data. You will also lead the firm's new data science function, both as part of the Generative AI programme, and with regards to BAU delivery. You will have a high level of influence on the firm's data related technology road map, data exploitation processes and best practices; as well as being required to secure buy in from Business Teams leadership and senior stakeholders within the Practice. Responsibilities will include: Implementing the firm's data strategy, encompassing data governance, data management practices, data quality standards and data lifecycle management Lead the Data Strategy & Governance Steering Committee Collaborate with Technology, Risk, and other business and Practice teams to identify and manage risks Coordinate with technology teams to deploy data solutions that improve operational efficiency and resilience Define and track data-related metrics to assess compliance with data governance policies and identify areas for improvement Lead activities to define and manage the firm's core vocabularies, taxonomies and dictionaries Involvement in key firmwide projects to ensure that data is both represented, and an enabler of their success Develop and deliver training programmes to enhance staff awareness and overall data literacy Monitor relevant industry trends, technologies and legislative developments Head of Data Governance - What we're looking for: At least 10 years' experience in data governance; data management; or information strategy Experience within a legal or professional services environment Broad knowledge of the entire data spectrum, including the use of AI/ML in managing and governing data effectively A proven ability to influence and drive change within a complex organisational structure Demonstrated leadership capabilities, and experience in managing cross-functional teams and projects Highly literate in cutting edge technology and best practices in data Someone seeking a role where they will be part of a growing team, working a strategically important areas of the business. This role affords many opportunities for growth and development within the data function, as well as to be involved in work across the broader data sphere Head of Data Governance - What's on offer: This role is based at the Linklaters London office with a hybrid working model available. Joining Team Linklaters will see you qualify for a range of benefits designed to reward the vital contribution you'll be making to our success. These include: Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Free in-house fitness centre and subsidised health club memberships Free onsite GP service and periodic health assessments Finance Pension and flexible savings options Income protection and life assurance Mortgage advice and will-writing services Family & Lifestyle Electric car and cycle to work schemes. Emergency family care Additional holiday/birthday leave. Maternity/paternity/shared parental leave. Travel insurance and season ticket loan Option to join sports and social clubs, as well as our employee networks groups (such as our Gender Equality, With Pride, or Social Mobility Networks)
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Linklaters is a global law firm, with 31 offices in 21 countries worldwide. We have been named as one of The Times' Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality for the tenth consecutive year; recognised by Stonewall as a top 10 employer for LGBTQ+ inclusion, and by the Social Mobility Employer Index as a top employer for advancing social mobility. We recognise that one size does not fit all. Our goal is to embed flexibility across our firm by giving everyone the opportunity to work in an agile way, whether as a regular pattern or on an ad hoc basis, and we will be happy to discuss this further. We also recognise that women, especially, may hesitate to apply if they feel they may not meet every requirement listed despite being excited by the role. If this sounds like you, we'd really encourage you to apply. Head of Data Governance - The role: The Head of Data Governance will play a vital role in supporting Linklaters' data driven decision making, ensuring that there is trust in, and accountability for, the quality of our data. You will also lead the firm's new data science function, both as part of the Generative AI programme, and with regards to BAU delivery. You will have a high level of influence on the firm's data related technology road map, data exploitation processes and best practices; as well as being required to secure buy in from Business Teams leadership and senior stakeholders within the Practice. Responsibilities will include: Implementing the firm's data strategy, encompassing data governance, data management practices, data quality standards and data lifecycle management Lead the Data Strategy & Governance Steering Committee Collaborate with Technology, Risk, and other business and Practice teams to identify and manage risks Coordinate with technology teams to deploy data solutions that improve operational efficiency and resilience Define and track data-related metrics to assess compliance with data governance policies and identify areas for improvement Lead activities to define and manage the firm's core vocabularies, taxonomies and dictionaries Involvement in key firmwide projects to ensure that data is both represented, and an enabler of their success Develop and deliver training programmes to enhance staff awareness and overall data literacy Monitor relevant industry trends, technologies and legislative developments Head of Data Governance - What we're looking for: At least 10 years' experience in data governance; data management; or information strategy Experience within a legal or professional services environment Broad knowledge of the entire data spectrum, including the use of AI/ML in managing and governing data effectively A proven ability to influence and drive change within a complex organisational structure Demonstrated leadership capabilities, and experience in managing cross-functional teams and projects Highly literate in cutting edge technology and best practices in data Someone seeking a role where they will be part of a growing team, working a strategically important areas of the business. This role affords many opportunities for growth and development within the data function, as well as to be involved in work across the broader data sphere Head of Data Governance - What's on offer: This role is based at the Linklaters London office with a hybrid working model available. Joining Team Linklaters will see you qualify for a range of benefits designed to reward the vital contribution you'll be making to our success. These include: Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Free in-house fitness centre and subsidised health club memberships Free onsite GP service and periodic health assessments Finance Pension and flexible savings options Income protection and life assurance Mortgage advice and will-writing services Family & Lifestyle Electric car and cycle to work schemes. Emergency family care Additional holiday/birthday leave. Maternity/paternity/shared parental leave. Travel insurance and season ticket loan Option to join sports and social clubs, as well as our employee networks groups (such as our Gender Equality, With Pride, or Social Mobility Networks)
Be a part of a revolutionary change At PMI, we've chosen to do something incredible. With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, wherever you join us, you'll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver, better, brighter solutions in a space that allows you to move your career forward in endlessly different directions. The Smoke Free Product function is undergoing a critical overhaul as we look to transform into an agile, consumer-centric business that harnesses technological innovation to deliver smarter, science-backed alternatives to millions of adults around the world who would otherwise continue to smoke. It is only by focusing on our strategic priorities and the right organization that we are fully enabled to deliver what matters the most for our consumers along their journey toward better alternatives to cigarettes - a smoke-free future. Here, you can make a difference. You can craft the consumer journey, from discovery and acquisition through to conversion and loyalty. And you can watch your efforts lead to meaningful change for the benefit of adult smokers on their way to better alternatives. You'll develop your skills; collaborating across functions, markets and regions. If you want to play a part in driving one of the biggest societal changes of our time, there's no better place! eCommerce is growing and represents today a critical piece of our omnichannel engine. Our ambition is to build the best in class eCommerce experiences by consistently improving and enriching our website with engaging digital journeys, consumer-first acquisition & retention programs, latest eCommerce features and new innovative solutions. As a global function, our mission is also to deliver strategies that will satisfy the needs of more than 60 markets across the globe. For our team in London, we are therefore looking for a Head of Direct eCommerce Channels (Head of eCommerce) The overall purpose of this position: Reporting into the Global Head of Digital Commerce, the Head of Direct eCommerce Channels is responsible for the strategic development of owned eCommerce channels (Websites, Connected Apps and Instant Messaging Apps). The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in establishing high quality online customer experience in globally established brands with a full omnichannel presence. Based on the strategies and priorities of the Smoke Free Product categories, the role leads the strategic design and planning of initiatives on a global roadmap, the design and the development of the full end-to-end experiences in the channels coordinating various SMEs across the organisation and the business performance of each channel against target KPIs. You will: Design and own the vision and strategy of direct eCommerce channels being eCommerce Websites ( ), Instant Messaging Apps Channels (Viber, Telegram, Line) and Connected Apps (Android App, PWA) Build dedicated roadmaps of onsite customer experience initiatives to meet the short term and long term business objectives aligned with the strategy and the vision of the Direct eCommerce channels Assess the impact of all the roadmap initiatives against the core KPIs and lead the prioritization based on the expected effort and business benefits Drive the performance of the Direct eCommerce channels through sales and channel NPS leading KPIs. Monitor continually the performance and initiate action plans to support markets not on track to deliver agreed targets Define and develop sales and marketing onsite campaign experiences with particular focus on conversion rate and customer satisfaction increase Lead the global Conversion Rate Optimisation program through AB Testing and Personalization across all markets Support, evolve and consistently contribute to maintaining high-quality ways of working with cross-functional subject matter experts and technical partners Build a high-powered team of talents and empower them to lead by example, setting high expectations for CX excellence and deliver cohesive integrated and aggregated solutions We're looking for someone with: 10+ years eCommerce expertise, ideally B2C, and previous experience in similar role Strategic thinker driving business acumen through high quality customer experience design Deep understanding of omnichannel experiences and acquisition & retention journeys Familiar with data analytics and techniques to enable fast decision making Excellent leadership interpersonal & communication skills to evolve in a complex and constantly moving environment An open, curious, and entrepreneurship mindset to continuously challenge and bring improvements to existing processes and ways of working Ready for the challenge? What we offer: Our success depends on the people who come to work every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress. Join PMI and you too can: Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We'll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore. Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture, where everyone's contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world's best people and feel like you belong. Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business - our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress! PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Be a part of a revolutionary change At PMI, we've chosen to do something incredible. With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, wherever you join us, you'll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver, better, brighter solutions in a space that allows you to move your career forward in endlessly different directions. The Smoke Free Product function is undergoing a critical overhaul as we look to transform into an agile, consumer-centric business that harnesses technological innovation to deliver smarter, science-backed alternatives to millions of adults around the world who would otherwise continue to smoke. It is only by focusing on our strategic priorities and the right organization that we are fully enabled to deliver what matters the most for our consumers along their journey toward better alternatives to cigarettes - a smoke-free future. Here, you can make a difference. You can craft the consumer journey, from discovery and acquisition through to conversion and loyalty. And you can watch your efforts lead to meaningful change for the benefit of adult smokers on their way to better alternatives. You'll develop your skills; collaborating across functions, markets and regions. If you want to play a part in driving one of the biggest societal changes of our time, there's no better place! eCommerce is growing and represents today a critical piece of our omnichannel engine. Our ambition is to build the best in class eCommerce experiences by consistently improving and enriching our website with engaging digital journeys, consumer-first acquisition & retention programs, latest eCommerce features and new innovative solutions. As a global function, our mission is also to deliver strategies that will satisfy the needs of more than 60 markets across the globe. For our team in London, we are therefore looking for a Head of Direct eCommerce Channels (Head of eCommerce) The overall purpose of this position: Reporting into the Global Head of Digital Commerce, the Head of Direct eCommerce Channels is responsible for the strategic development of owned eCommerce channels (Websites, Connected Apps and Instant Messaging Apps). The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in establishing high quality online customer experience in globally established brands with a full omnichannel presence. Based on the strategies and priorities of the Smoke Free Product categories, the role leads the strategic design and planning of initiatives on a global roadmap, the design and the development of the full end-to-end experiences in the channels coordinating various SMEs across the organisation and the business performance of each channel against target KPIs. You will: Design and own the vision and strategy of direct eCommerce channels being eCommerce Websites ( ), Instant Messaging Apps Channels (Viber, Telegram, Line) and Connected Apps (Android App, PWA) Build dedicated roadmaps of onsite customer experience initiatives to meet the short term and long term business objectives aligned with the strategy and the vision of the Direct eCommerce channels Assess the impact of all the roadmap initiatives against the core KPIs and lead the prioritization based on the expected effort and business benefits Drive the performance of the Direct eCommerce channels through sales and channel NPS leading KPIs. Monitor continually the performance and initiate action plans to support markets not on track to deliver agreed targets Define and develop sales and marketing onsite campaign experiences with particular focus on conversion rate and customer satisfaction increase Lead the global Conversion Rate Optimisation program through AB Testing and Personalization across all markets Support, evolve and consistently contribute to maintaining high-quality ways of working with cross-functional subject matter experts and technical partners Build a high-powered team of talents and empower them to lead by example, setting high expectations for CX excellence and deliver cohesive integrated and aggregated solutions We're looking for someone with: 10+ years eCommerce expertise, ideally B2C, and previous experience in similar role Strategic thinker driving business acumen through high quality customer experience design Deep understanding of omnichannel experiences and acquisition & retention journeys Familiar with data analytics and techniques to enable fast decision making Excellent leadership interpersonal & communication skills to evolve in a complex and constantly moving environment An open, curious, and entrepreneurship mindset to continuously challenge and bring improvements to existing processes and ways of working Ready for the challenge? What we offer: Our success depends on the people who come to work every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress. Join PMI and you too can: Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We'll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore. Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture, where everyone's contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world's best people and feel like you belong. Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business - our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress! PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Who we are: For over 20 years, Global Relay has set the standard in enterprise information archiving with industry-leading cloud archiving, surveillance, eDiscovery, and analytics solutions. We securely capture and preserve the communications data of the world's most highly regulated firms, giving them greater visibility and control over their information and ensuring compliance with stringent regulations. Though we offer competitive compensation and benefits and all the other perks one would expect from an established company, we are not your typical technology company. Global Relay is a career-building company. A place for big ideas. New challenges. Groundbreaking innovation. It's a place where you can genuinely make an impact - and be recognized for it. We believe great businesses thrive on diversity, inclusion, and the contributions of all employees. To that end, we recruit candidates from different backgrounds and foster a work environment that encourages employees to collaborate and learn from each other, completely free of barriers. We encourage you to apply if your qualifications and experience are a good fit for any of our openings. Your Role: Global Relay delivers enterprise services to 23,000 customers in 90 countries, including 22 of the top 25 global banks.Technical Product Managers (TPMs) are part of theProduct Management team that is responsible for executing product strategy, prioritizing and aligning roadmaps, and for researching and defining enhancements and upgrades to Global Relay services. Reporting to a Group Product Manager, Senior TPMs are responsible for delivering the product roadmap driving new products and features through the development process. They work closely with other Technical Product Managers to ensure roadmaps are clear, prioritized, achievable, and aligned with strategy. Senior TPMs reliably deliver large and complex initiatives often involving multiple teams. They also lead the early requirement discovery and analysis work normally associated with Product Managers and break them down into releases, epics, user stories, and acceptance criteria. They work closely with their Team Leads, Architects, and UI/UX to ensure high quality designs are produced. TPMs attend (often leading) daily stand-ups and other agile ceremonies, groom their team's backlog, plan sprints, accept completed stories, monitor progress, report status, and manage key release activities including documentation and training. Your Job: Lead large more complex initiatives from roadmap to delivery with minimal support & guidancefrom Group Product Manager. Proven ability and successat presentingto the team, thebusiness, C-level, and customer stakeholders. Recognised for being highly collaborativewith excellent communication skills. Create, prioritize and communicate reliable roadmaps and related updates. Recognized as a go-to expert and leader within your product line Regularly assists in the hiring process, and mentoring/coaching of others as needed Responsible for delivery of components / features in alignment with strategy and the broader roadmap. Collaborate with Sales, Support, clients, and other TPMs to produce and manage their component's backlog and contribute to the product roadmap Translate product roadmap initiatives and feature requests into models, workflow diagrams, epics, user stories, acceptance criteria, and other suitable artifacts. Collaborate with other TPMs, Architects, UI/UX, and Team Leads to drive requirements through the design phase. Identify and coordinate cross-component dependencies throughout the development process. Work with Engineering and other departments to actively remove obstacles blocking progress and ensure program is within schedule. Prioritize and groom their team(s) backlog. Attend daily stand-ups with your Product Manager and other TPMs in your product team. Attend daily stand-ups, grooming, sprint planning, demos, retrospectives and other team meetings with your Agile team(s). Share Scrum Mastering duties with other members of your team. Create work estimates, track progress, and report status in the form of burn up/down charts and dashboards. Support Marketing, Sales, Provisioning, Professional Services, Technical Documentation, Training, and Technical Support throughout the release process with training, documentation, announcements, and other release activities. Understand the design, business logic, and technical architecture of their platform components and how those components interact with the rest of the platform. Serve as primary product expert (functional, not technical) for the components for which you are responsible. About You: 6+ years of experience as a Technical Product Manager or product owner. Ability to communicate effectively with technical, business,and C-level executives. Strong requirement management skills (elicitation, analysis, use case modelling, workflow, documentation, etc.). Experience with Agile and Scrum development methodologies. Experience coaching/mentoring/training others Strong requirement elicitation, analysis, domain modelling, use case modelling, workflow design, and documentation skills. Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related technical field. Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical individuals. Flexible and practical problem solver, able to work effectively in a growing organization. Experience with a SaaS, messaging, or enterprise software company and/or background in software engineering preferred. About Us: Global Relay is the leading provider of cloud-based archiving,information governance,surveillance, andeDiscoverysolutions tothe global financesector.We help financial services firms preserve and supervise their communications data for regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and litigation readiness.We deliverourservices toover 20,000customers in 90 countries, including 22 of the top 25 global banks. Our market-leading archiving service supportsemail, instant messaging, text, market data chat, social media, enterprise social networking, voice, trade data, websites, and more.Recently, we also launched a compliant messaging platform specifically for the finance industry. We've won major awards for our growth, management, and culture - including the Deloitte Fast 50 Leadership Award, Canada's 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and the Deloitte-sponsored Canada's Best Managed Companies awards. Our Global Operations & Development Center is located in Vancouver, BC, Canada. In addition, we have offices in six other cities across the world, including major financial centers like New York, Chicago, and London. Having established our dominance in the North American finance industry, we have been expandingour London operations to better serve our UK and EU customers. Our four-story EMEA headquarters on Cannon Street (near St. Paul's Cathedral) features state-of-the-art amenities, a spectacular view of the city, andan Executive Briefing Centerfor customerforums and otherevents. We provide fantastic opportunities to individuals passionate about business and technology. These opportunities include working alongside members of our leadership team. Receiving mentorship from seasoned technology and business professionals. And doing business with the world's largest, most influential banks and enterprise organizations. To learn more about our business, culture, and community involvement, visit . What you can expect: At Global Relay, there's no ceiling to what you can achieve. It's the land of opportunity for the energetic, the intelligent, the driven. You'll receive the mentoring, coaching, and support you need to reach your career goals. You'll be part of a culture that breeds creativity and rewards perseverance and hard work. And you'll be working alongside smart, talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with complementary knowledge and skills. Global Relay is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek to ensure reasonable adjustments, accommodations, and personal time are tailored to meet the unique needs of every individual. We understand flexible work arrangements are important, and we encourage that in our work culture. Whether it's flexibility around work hours, workstyle, or lifestyle, we want to ensure our employees have a healthy work/life balance. We support and value a hybrid work model that blends collaboration with the team in the office and focus time from the comfort of your home. To learn more about our business, culture, and community involvement, visit .
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Who we are: For over 20 years, Global Relay has set the standard in enterprise information archiving with industry-leading cloud archiving, surveillance, eDiscovery, and analytics solutions. We securely capture and preserve the communications data of the world's most highly regulated firms, giving them greater visibility and control over their information and ensuring compliance with stringent regulations. Though we offer competitive compensation and benefits and all the other perks one would expect from an established company, we are not your typical technology company. Global Relay is a career-building company. A place for big ideas. New challenges. Groundbreaking innovation. It's a place where you can genuinely make an impact - and be recognized for it. We believe great businesses thrive on diversity, inclusion, and the contributions of all employees. To that end, we recruit candidates from different backgrounds and foster a work environment that encourages employees to collaborate and learn from each other, completely free of barriers. We encourage you to apply if your qualifications and experience are a good fit for any of our openings. Your Role: Global Relay delivers enterprise services to 23,000 customers in 90 countries, including 22 of the top 25 global banks.Technical Product Managers (TPMs) are part of theProduct Management team that is responsible for executing product strategy, prioritizing and aligning roadmaps, and for researching and defining enhancements and upgrades to Global Relay services. Reporting to a Group Product Manager, Senior TPMs are responsible for delivering the product roadmap driving new products and features through the development process. They work closely with other Technical Product Managers to ensure roadmaps are clear, prioritized, achievable, and aligned with strategy. Senior TPMs reliably deliver large and complex initiatives often involving multiple teams. They also lead the early requirement discovery and analysis work normally associated with Product Managers and break them down into releases, epics, user stories, and acceptance criteria. They work closely with their Team Leads, Architects, and UI/UX to ensure high quality designs are produced. TPMs attend (often leading) daily stand-ups and other agile ceremonies, groom their team's backlog, plan sprints, accept completed stories, monitor progress, report status, and manage key release activities including documentation and training. Your Job: Lead large more complex initiatives from roadmap to delivery with minimal support & guidancefrom Group Product Manager. Proven ability and successat presentingto the team, thebusiness, C-level, and customer stakeholders. Recognised for being highly collaborativewith excellent communication skills. Create, prioritize and communicate reliable roadmaps and related updates. Recognized as a go-to expert and leader within your product line Regularly assists in the hiring process, and mentoring/coaching of others as needed Responsible for delivery of components / features in alignment with strategy and the broader roadmap. Collaborate with Sales, Support, clients, and other TPMs to produce and manage their component's backlog and contribute to the product roadmap Translate product roadmap initiatives and feature requests into models, workflow diagrams, epics, user stories, acceptance criteria, and other suitable artifacts. Collaborate with other TPMs, Architects, UI/UX, and Team Leads to drive requirements through the design phase. Identify and coordinate cross-component dependencies throughout the development process. Work with Engineering and other departments to actively remove obstacles blocking progress and ensure program is within schedule. Prioritize and groom their team(s) backlog. Attend daily stand-ups with your Product Manager and other TPMs in your product team. Attend daily stand-ups, grooming, sprint planning, demos, retrospectives and other team meetings with your Agile team(s). Share Scrum Mastering duties with other members of your team. Create work estimates, track progress, and report status in the form of burn up/down charts and dashboards. Support Marketing, Sales, Provisioning, Professional Services, Technical Documentation, Training, and Technical Support throughout the release process with training, documentation, announcements, and other release activities. Understand the design, business logic, and technical architecture of their platform components and how those components interact with the rest of the platform. Serve as primary product expert (functional, not technical) for the components for which you are responsible. About You: 6+ years of experience as a Technical Product Manager or product owner. Ability to communicate effectively with technical, business,and C-level executives. Strong requirement management skills (elicitation, analysis, use case modelling, workflow, documentation, etc.). Experience with Agile and Scrum development methodologies. Experience coaching/mentoring/training others Strong requirement elicitation, analysis, domain modelling, use case modelling, workflow design, and documentation skills. Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related technical field. Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical individuals. Flexible and practical problem solver, able to work effectively in a growing organization. Experience with a SaaS, messaging, or enterprise software company and/or background in software engineering preferred. About Us: Global Relay is the leading provider of cloud-based archiving,information governance,surveillance, andeDiscoverysolutions tothe global financesector.We help financial services firms preserve and supervise their communications data for regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and litigation readiness.We deliverourservices toover 20,000customers in 90 countries, including 22 of the top 25 global banks. Our market-leading archiving service supportsemail, instant messaging, text, market data chat, social media, enterprise social networking, voice, trade data, websites, and more.Recently, we also launched a compliant messaging platform specifically for the finance industry. We've won major awards for our growth, management, and culture - including the Deloitte Fast 50 Leadership Award, Canada's 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and the Deloitte-sponsored Canada's Best Managed Companies awards. Our Global Operations & Development Center is located in Vancouver, BC, Canada. In addition, we have offices in six other cities across the world, including major financial centers like New York, Chicago, and London. Having established our dominance in the North American finance industry, we have been expandingour London operations to better serve our UK and EU customers. Our four-story EMEA headquarters on Cannon Street (near St. Paul's Cathedral) features state-of-the-art amenities, a spectacular view of the city, andan Executive Briefing Centerfor customerforums and otherevents. We provide fantastic opportunities to individuals passionate about business and technology. These opportunities include working alongside members of our leadership team. Receiving mentorship from seasoned technology and business professionals. And doing business with the world's largest, most influential banks and enterprise organizations. To learn more about our business, culture, and community involvement, visit . What you can expect: At Global Relay, there's no ceiling to what you can achieve. It's the land of opportunity for the energetic, the intelligent, the driven. You'll receive the mentoring, coaching, and support you need to reach your career goals. You'll be part of a culture that breeds creativity and rewards perseverance and hard work. And you'll be working alongside smart, talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with complementary knowledge and skills. Global Relay is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek to ensure reasonable adjustments, accommodations, and personal time are tailored to meet the unique needs of every individual. We understand flexible work arrangements are important, and we encourage that in our work culture. Whether it's flexibility around work hours, workstyle, or lifestyle, we want to ensure our employees have a healthy work/life balance. We support and value a hybrid work model that blends collaboration with the team in the office and focus time from the comfort of your home. To learn more about our business, culture, and community involvement, visit .
Head of Data Engineering - Kent The Head of Data will be a strategic leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of data management, analytics, and governance within the organisation. This individual will play a critical role in driving data-driven decision-making processes, optimising data infrastructure, and ensuring the integrity, security, and accessibility of data assets. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, deep technical expertise in data management and analytics, and a proven track record of implementing innovative data strategies to support business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Lead the development and execution of the organisation's data strategy, aligning it with business goals and objectives. Provide strategic direction for the use of data to drive decision-making and improve operational efficiency. Data Management: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust data management systems and processes, including data acquisition, storage, integration, quality assurance, and lifecycle management. Data Analytics: Drive the development and implementation of advanced analytics initiatives to extract insights from data, identify trends, and support predictive modelling and forecasting. Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their analytical needs and develop solutions to address them. Data Governance: Establish and enforce data governance policies, standards, and best practices to ensure the accuracy, consistency, security, and privacy of data across the organization. Develop data quality metrics and monitor compliance with regulatory requirements. Data Architecture: Define and maintain the organization's data architecture, including data models, schemas, and taxonomies. Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and tools to support data management, analytics, and visualization requirements. Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing team of data professionals, including data engineers, analysts, scientists, and governance specialists. Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities to foster a culture of continuous learning and growth. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with other departments, including IT, finance, marketing, operations, and product development, to understand their data needs and priorities. Partner with business leaders to develop data-driven solutions that drive value and competitive advantage. Vendor Management: Evaluate and manage relationships with third-party data vendors, software providers, and consultants to ensure the successful implementation of data-related projects and initiatives. Negotiate contracts, oversee vendor performance, and assess emerging technologies and trends in the data management space. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, statistics, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS, or PhD) preferred. 10+ years of experience in data management, analytics, and business intelligence, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Proven track record of developing and implementing data strategies that drive business growth and innovation. Deep understanding of data governance principles, regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), and industry best practices. Strong technical proficiency in data modelling, SQL, ETL tools, data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), and advanced analytics techniques (e.g., machine learning, predictive modelling). Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization. Demonstrated experience in managing cross-functional teams and driving cultural change towards a data-driven mindset. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects and initiatives. Interested? Please submit your updated CV to Lucy Morgan at Crimson for immediate consideration. Not interested? Do you know someone who might be a perfect fit for this role? Refer a friend and earn £250 worth of vouchers! Crimson is acting as an employment agency regarding this vacancy.
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
Head of Data Engineering - Kent The Head of Data will be a strategic leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of data management, analytics, and governance within the organisation. This individual will play a critical role in driving data-driven decision-making processes, optimising data infrastructure, and ensuring the integrity, security, and accessibility of data assets. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, deep technical expertise in data management and analytics, and a proven track record of implementing innovative data strategies to support business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Lead the development and execution of the organisation's data strategy, aligning it with business goals and objectives. Provide strategic direction for the use of data to drive decision-making and improve operational efficiency. Data Management: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust data management systems and processes, including data acquisition, storage, integration, quality assurance, and lifecycle management. Data Analytics: Drive the development and implementation of advanced analytics initiatives to extract insights from data, identify trends, and support predictive modelling and forecasting. Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their analytical needs and develop solutions to address them. Data Governance: Establish and enforce data governance policies, standards, and best practices to ensure the accuracy, consistency, security, and privacy of data across the organization. Develop data quality metrics and monitor compliance with regulatory requirements. Data Architecture: Define and maintain the organization's data architecture, including data models, schemas, and taxonomies. Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and tools to support data management, analytics, and visualization requirements. Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing team of data professionals, including data engineers, analysts, scientists, and governance specialists. Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities to foster a culture of continuous learning and growth. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with other departments, including IT, finance, marketing, operations, and product development, to understand their data needs and priorities. Partner with business leaders to develop data-driven solutions that drive value and competitive advantage. Vendor Management: Evaluate and manage relationships with third-party data vendors, software providers, and consultants to ensure the successful implementation of data-related projects and initiatives. Negotiate contracts, oversee vendor performance, and assess emerging technologies and trends in the data management space. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, statistics, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS, or PhD) preferred. 10+ years of experience in data management, analytics, and business intelligence, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Proven track record of developing and implementing data strategies that drive business growth and innovation. Deep understanding of data governance principles, regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), and industry best practices. Strong technical proficiency in data modelling, SQL, ETL tools, data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), and advanced analytics techniques (e.g., machine learning, predictive modelling). Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization. Demonstrated experience in managing cross-functional teams and driving cultural change towards a data-driven mindset. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects and initiatives. Interested? Please submit your updated CV to Lucy Morgan at Crimson for immediate consideration. Not interested? Do you know someone who might be a perfect fit for this role? Refer a friend and earn £250 worth of vouchers! Crimson is acting as an employment agency regarding this vacancy.
Contract type: Permanent Salary: TBC Location: Canary Wharf WFH policy: Employees are required to attend the office 2 days/week Flexible working : Informal flexible work patterns subject to line manager discretion including a 9-day fortnight. Reports to: Head of Data and Software Engineering Role Summary: Facing the urgency of Net-Zero, we are taking on new schemes within the nuclear, CCUS and hydrogen space to further help the UK combat the growing challenge within the UK's energy environment. As a Full Stack Python Developer, you will be joining a growing team of software engineers, data modelers, and quants. As a team you will design, develop, and maintain our digital platform that comprises of multiple applications including settlements tools, forecasting, calculation engines, data portals, and other applications that the business requires to help the UK achieve Net Zero by 2050. You will be working with multiple different project teams covering generation areas such as nuclear, hydrogen, solar, and tidal power. Key Responsibilities The key accountabilities of your role are outlined below: This role is very hands-on with coding so you will need to be comfortable getting stuck in. Design highly scalable software solutions to improve functionality and system longevity. Work with technical business analysts and solution architects to fine tune requirements and ensure that wants are feasible and pragmatic and validate development tasks in Jira. Translate designs and wireframes into high quality code. Develop new user-facing features using React.js. Write front-end components using JavaScript, CSS and integrate with back-end Python components (possibly other languages). Develop modules that satisfy the functional and non-functional requirements. Coordinate deployments with Release Manager and monitor for successful integration. Manage design, build, test bug fix prerogatives. Prepare, review and build reusable components and front-end libraries. Build reusable components. Participate in the maintenance and improvement of existing applications. Optimise microservices for maximum performance. Contribute to the wider engineering team. Stay abreast of developments in web applications, analytics, programming languages. Skills Knowledge and Expertise At least 3 years' experience of coding Python and 1+ years using the Django framework. At least 1 year of coding in a front end capacity (preferably React but other languages will be considered) Microservices and using related tools - e.g. Docker, Docker Compose, Kubernetes, logstash and using messaging tools e.g. Rabbit MQ, Apache Kafka. RESTful API development and management, Transactional management. Databases - e.g. SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB and Linux OS. Experience with data science libraries is beneficial Performance Tuning. Solid understanding of design patterns and relevant implementation models. Solid understanding of DevOps tooling, GitLab, CI/CD, Jenkins, build pipelines and source control systems. Working knowledge of cloud infrastructure services: compute, storage, networking, hybrid connectivity, monitoring/logging, security and IAM. Knowledge of other languages (e.g. C#, C) a plus. Ideally previous experience in electricity and gas utilities sector. Employee Benefits As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. Key benefits that may be available depending on the role include: 25 days' annual leave and bank holidays Recognition schemes allowing colleagues to say thanks Company contribution to your pension scheme Family friendly policies, including enhanced company maternity/paternity and shared parental benefits Employee assistance programme for free, confidential support for your professional or personal life, including financial management and family care Special leave such as study leave, sabbatical or public duties Three days paid leave a year for volunteering to support your local community Season ticket loan scheme to support your commute Access to "Work Perks" offering deals, discounts and cash back on your purchases Family savings on days out and English Heritage or gym discounts through our partners. About: This is an operationally independent, not-for-profit private company wholly owned by the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS). The company carries out two key roles that are central to the delivery of the Government's objective to "ensure the UK has a reliable, low cost and clean energy system":
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
Contract type: Permanent Salary: TBC Location: Canary Wharf WFH policy: Employees are required to attend the office 2 days/week Flexible working : Informal flexible work patterns subject to line manager discretion including a 9-day fortnight. Reports to: Head of Data and Software Engineering Role Summary: Facing the urgency of Net-Zero, we are taking on new schemes within the nuclear, CCUS and hydrogen space to further help the UK combat the growing challenge within the UK's energy environment. As a Full Stack Python Developer, you will be joining a growing team of software engineers, data modelers, and quants. As a team you will design, develop, and maintain our digital platform that comprises of multiple applications including settlements tools, forecasting, calculation engines, data portals, and other applications that the business requires to help the UK achieve Net Zero by 2050. You will be working with multiple different project teams covering generation areas such as nuclear, hydrogen, solar, and tidal power. Key Responsibilities The key accountabilities of your role are outlined below: This role is very hands-on with coding so you will need to be comfortable getting stuck in. Design highly scalable software solutions to improve functionality and system longevity. Work with technical business analysts and solution architects to fine tune requirements and ensure that wants are feasible and pragmatic and validate development tasks in Jira. Translate designs and wireframes into high quality code. Develop new user-facing features using React.js. Write front-end components using JavaScript, CSS and integrate with back-end Python components (possibly other languages). Develop modules that satisfy the functional and non-functional requirements. Coordinate deployments with Release Manager and monitor for successful integration. Manage design, build, test bug fix prerogatives. Prepare, review and build reusable components and front-end libraries. Build reusable components. Participate in the maintenance and improvement of existing applications. Optimise microservices for maximum performance. Contribute to the wider engineering team. Stay abreast of developments in web applications, analytics, programming languages. Skills Knowledge and Expertise At least 3 years' experience of coding Python and 1+ years using the Django framework. At least 1 year of coding in a front end capacity (preferably React but other languages will be considered) Microservices and using related tools - e.g. Docker, Docker Compose, Kubernetes, logstash and using messaging tools e.g. Rabbit MQ, Apache Kafka. RESTful API development and management, Transactional management. Databases - e.g. SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB and Linux OS. Experience with data science libraries is beneficial Performance Tuning. Solid understanding of design patterns and relevant implementation models. Solid understanding of DevOps tooling, GitLab, CI/CD, Jenkins, build pipelines and source control systems. Working knowledge of cloud infrastructure services: compute, storage, networking, hybrid connectivity, monitoring/logging, security and IAM. Knowledge of other languages (e.g. C#, C) a plus. Ideally previous experience in electricity and gas utilities sector. Employee Benefits As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. Key benefits that may be available depending on the role include: 25 days' annual leave and bank holidays Recognition schemes allowing colleagues to say thanks Company contribution to your pension scheme Family friendly policies, including enhanced company maternity/paternity and shared parental benefits Employee assistance programme for free, confidential support for your professional or personal life, including financial management and family care Special leave such as study leave, sabbatical or public duties Three days paid leave a year for volunteering to support your local community Season ticket loan scheme to support your commute Access to "Work Perks" offering deals, discounts and cash back on your purchases Family savings on days out and English Heritage or gym discounts through our partners. About: This is an operationally independent, not-for-profit private company wholly owned by the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS). The company carries out two key roles that are central to the delivery of the Government's objective to "ensure the UK has a reliable, low cost and clean energy system":
Head of Pricing and AnalyticsLeeds, LS28 6AT - Flexible Hybrid working Full time, permanent Competitive salary depending on experience Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK Fantastic opportunity to join a growing company as their new Head of Pricing and Analytics! You'll join the Pricing and Analytics team in Pudsey, Leeds. Heading up a team of 5 experienced analysts, you'll be accountable for their continued development and setting out the team's objectives. Benefits In return for your hard work and dedication, you can expect to receive a whole host of benefits, including: Competitive salary depending on experience. Great transport links and 4-minute walk from the train station. Private healthcare scheme. 10% annual bonus. Flexible hybrid working. Free parking. 34 days holiday rising to 37 with service (incl: public holidays). Retail discounts. Pension. Cashback. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Bonus. Incentives and recognition. Team and company celebrations. Long Service Incentive Scheme. Hot and cold drinks. Free before breakfast bar, fruit and drinks. And lots more The Role As Head of Pricing and Analytics, you'll already be comfortable in developing strategies for continuous improvement, developing our pricing processes, methodologies and modelling to ensure the business receives accurate forecasting and realises opportunities to improve BAU strategy and growth. You'll deliver and oversee a wide range of business models covering the whole account lifecycle. Your role will support the delivery of operational analytics and insights to the senior management team which in turn give them opportunity to enhance the company's collection strategies. If you can demonstrate some leadership within a similar environment and importantly, success in the improved strategies you have helped create, through your strong modelling, data science and manipulation processes, some understanding of ERC, a strong focus on analytics and pricing forecasting then they'd like to hear from you very soon. Your Skills Strong pricing and purchasing methodology and cutting-edge statistical techniques Strong presentation skills, translating and summarising key findings. Ability to effectively manage internal and external resource to deliver projects on budget and within strict timelines. Drive and deliver best-in-class methods, techniques, tools and processes to enhance accuracy and improvement in collections and pricing strategies. Demonstrable collaboration successes with wider operational teams to deliver right first-time results. Expertise in the use of SQL, Python (or R) and Excel to extract, manipulate, analyse and model data. Experience in a similar environment is desirable. Who are they? Our client helps millions of customers find an affordable way to freedom from debt. They listen carefully to their customers' individual circumstances and create realistic payment solutions that they can manage and sustain. They're very proud that their customers say they are treated with empathy, honesty and transparency which are just a few of our client's HEART values. They've won Investor in Customers GOLD for the last 6 years and their Trust Pilot rating is 4.5 . Did you know that they've also achieved ISO14001 and ISO27001 ? Oh, and not forgetting . Investors in People (Gold) too! Why not come and join this fabulous team? Their values are rooted in honesty, empathy, and transparency - for colleagues, customers and clients. That's why equality, diversity and inclusion are so important to them; because when they embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, they can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance the business. How to apply for the role: If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click "apply" today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please. Flat Fee Recruiter is an advertising agency promoting this role on behalf of the employer. You will be contacted directly by the employer and not Flat Fee Recruiter should they wish to move forward with your application. Other suitable skills and experience include Pricing, Analytics, Head of Pricing, Head of Analytics, Pricing Manager, Analytics Manager, Data Manager, Data Analytics Manager, SQL, Python, Excel, Data Analyst, Pricing Analyst, Business Analyst, Finance Analyst, Financial Analyst, Logistics Manager.
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
Head of Pricing and AnalyticsLeeds, LS28 6AT - Flexible Hybrid working Full time, permanent Competitive salary depending on experience Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK Fantastic opportunity to join a growing company as their new Head of Pricing and Analytics! You'll join the Pricing and Analytics team in Pudsey, Leeds. Heading up a team of 5 experienced analysts, you'll be accountable for their continued development and setting out the team's objectives. Benefits In return for your hard work and dedication, you can expect to receive a whole host of benefits, including: Competitive salary depending on experience. Great transport links and 4-minute walk from the train station. Private healthcare scheme. 10% annual bonus. Flexible hybrid working. Free parking. 34 days holiday rising to 37 with service (incl: public holidays). Retail discounts. Pension. Cashback. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Bonus. Incentives and recognition. Team and company celebrations. Long Service Incentive Scheme. Hot and cold drinks. Free before breakfast bar, fruit and drinks. And lots more The Role As Head of Pricing and Analytics, you'll already be comfortable in developing strategies for continuous improvement, developing our pricing processes, methodologies and modelling to ensure the business receives accurate forecasting and realises opportunities to improve BAU strategy and growth. You'll deliver and oversee a wide range of business models covering the whole account lifecycle. Your role will support the delivery of operational analytics and insights to the senior management team which in turn give them opportunity to enhance the company's collection strategies. If you can demonstrate some leadership within a similar environment and importantly, success in the improved strategies you have helped create, through your strong modelling, data science and manipulation processes, some understanding of ERC, a strong focus on analytics and pricing forecasting then they'd like to hear from you very soon. Your Skills Strong pricing and purchasing methodology and cutting-edge statistical techniques Strong presentation skills, translating and summarising key findings. Ability to effectively manage internal and external resource to deliver projects on budget and within strict timelines. Drive and deliver best-in-class methods, techniques, tools and processes to enhance accuracy and improvement in collections and pricing strategies. Demonstrable collaboration successes with wider operational teams to deliver right first-time results. Expertise in the use of SQL, Python (or R) and Excel to extract, manipulate, analyse and model data. Experience in a similar environment is desirable. Who are they? Our client helps millions of customers find an affordable way to freedom from debt. They listen carefully to their customers' individual circumstances and create realistic payment solutions that they can manage and sustain. They're very proud that their customers say they are treated with empathy, honesty and transparency which are just a few of our client's HEART values. They've won Investor in Customers GOLD for the last 6 years and their Trust Pilot rating is 4.5 . Did you know that they've also achieved ISO14001 and ISO27001 ? Oh, and not forgetting . Investors in People (Gold) too! Why not come and join this fabulous team? Their values are rooted in honesty, empathy, and transparency - for colleagues, customers and clients. That's why equality, diversity and inclusion are so important to them; because when they embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, they can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance the business. How to apply for the role: If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click "apply" today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please. Flat Fee Recruiter is an advertising agency promoting this role on behalf of the employer. You will be contacted directly by the employer and not Flat Fee Recruiter should they wish to move forward with your application. Other suitable skills and experience include Pricing, Analytics, Head of Pricing, Head of Analytics, Pricing Manager, Analytics Manager, Data Manager, Data Analytics Manager, SQL, Python, Excel, Data Analyst, Pricing Analyst, Business Analyst, Finance Analyst, Financial Analyst, Logistics Manager.
We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. As strategies, technologies and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity. Our diverse teams of experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough use of technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and together we achieve enduring results. An innovation and transformation consultancy, we are over 4000 specialists in consumer and manufacturing, defence and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government and public services, health and life sciences, and transport. Our people are strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts, scientists, engineers and technologists. We operate globally from offices across the UK, US, Netherlands and Nordics. PA. Bringing Ingenuity to Life. We are hiring managing consultants for our Energy and Utilities-Digital business. We are looking for someone who could provide digital leadership through practical delivery that drives business benefits for our clients. Acting as an ambassador of PA Consulting, be the trusted partner in the digital advisory and assurance space and take ownership ofmaintaining and developing client relationships. The ideal candidate would be someone who is already operating as a senior digital consultant in a top-tier strategy consulting firm or in the industry, and has a solid track record of achievements and success in E&U. We are looking for someone who has a proven record and technical knowhow of how to design, develop and deliver our client's digital transformation journey through improved user/employee experience, better use of technology and data. The ideal candidate will have great leadership skills to build the team and creativity for innovative solutions for clients and to grow the firm. You will contribute to the development and growth of PA's activities in the energy and utilities sector. You will support the team's business growth by identifying opportunities with existing accounts and new customers. You will actively contribute to client acquisition and maintain and develop your own external network. This role is highly varied and calls for someone who is autonomous and a self-starter. In addition to the above, specifically you will be expected to: Develop commercially viable consulting market offerings , and work with PA teams to refine existing offerings, including taking these to new markets. Lead and deliver large scale and complex projects. Work well with mixed and diverse teams within PA and externally : planning, managing and delivering work, and working productively in demanding, deadline-driven situations. Qualifications We are looking for a Managing Consultant with a strong digital background, combined with expertise in at least one of the technologies critical to the energy transition. We are looking for candidates who have line management experience and a network within the Energy industry, ideally covering some of the following technical areas, solar, wind, hydrogen and derivatives, energy storage, CCUS, e-mobility, and other related subjects. Management experience of delivery teams or demonstration of outstanding leadership skills is advantageous. Ideally, you will already have a reputation for developing business and delivering innovative solutions within Renewable Energy. You will also possess strong market understanding including commercial issues, policy & regulations, and technology. As a self-starter, you will have the ability to operate successfully in a commercial environment and flourish in an entrepreneurial setting that offers you the opportunity to work at the highest levels with a global centre of excellence. You will be based in our head office in London but may be expected to travel and work on client sites in the UK and globally. We are happy to talk to you if you recognise the following aspects in yourself: Experience : you have at least 8 -10 years of applicable work experience. You have gained that experience within a corporate, government, start-up / scale-up or as a consultant. Experience as a management or strategy consultant is ideal, with a focus on energy or climate change. Expertise : You have a Digital or data background. Energy : You are passionate about the opportunities and challenges in the Energy and Utility space. You are customer-oriented and at your best when, as part of a team with a high focus on results, you can help customers solve challenging strategic and organisational issues. External network : You have a network within the Energy and Utility space, and you have demonstrated ability to develop strategic client relationships, working at the senior levels to sell value-added consulting assignments. Strong leadership skills : You have an ability to mobilise, inspire and manage teams. Excellent communication skills , both verbal and written. You are a strong communicator and have developed a personal brand. Additional information Private medical insurance 25 days annual leave with the opportunity to buy 5 additional days Company pension scheme Annual performance-based bonus Life and Income protection insurance Tax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn) Additional optional benefits (Dental, critical illness, PA Share Ownership and spouse/partner life assurance) Life At PA Life At PA encompasses our peoples' experience at PA. It's about how we enrich peoples' working lives by giving them access to unique people and growth opportunities and purpose led meaningful work. We believe diversity fuels ingenuity. Diversity of thought brings exciting perspectives; diversity of experience brings a wealth of knowledge, and diversity of skills brings the tools we need. When we bring people together with diverse backgrounds, identities, and minds, embracing that difference through an inclusive culture where our people thrive; we unleash the power of diversity - bringing ingenuity to life. We are dedicated to supporting the physical, emotional, social and financial well-being of our people. We recruit, retain, reward and develop our people based solely on their abilities and contributions and without reference to their age, background, disability, genetic information, parental or family status, religion or belief, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (or expression), political belief veteran status, or other by any other range of human difference brought about by identity and experience. We are on a journey towards ensuring our workforce is diverse at all levels and that our firm is representative of the world around us. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups. Adjustments or accommodations - Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. As strategies, technologies and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity. Our diverse teams of experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough use of technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and together we achieve enduring results. An innovation and transformation consultancy, we are over 4000 specialists in consumer and manufacturing, defence and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government and public services, health and life sciences, and transport. Our people are strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts, scientists, engineers and technologists. We operate globally from offices across the UK, US, Netherlands and Nordics. PA. Bringing Ingenuity to Life. We are hiring managing consultants for our Energy and Utilities-Digital business. We are looking for someone who could provide digital leadership through practical delivery that drives business benefits for our clients. Acting as an ambassador of PA Consulting, be the trusted partner in the digital advisory and assurance space and take ownership ofmaintaining and developing client relationships. The ideal candidate would be someone who is already operating as a senior digital consultant in a top-tier strategy consulting firm or in the industry, and has a solid track record of achievements and success in E&U. We are looking for someone who has a proven record and technical knowhow of how to design, develop and deliver our client's digital transformation journey through improved user/employee experience, better use of technology and data. The ideal candidate will have great leadership skills to build the team and creativity for innovative solutions for clients and to grow the firm. You will contribute to the development and growth of PA's activities in the energy and utilities sector. You will support the team's business growth by identifying opportunities with existing accounts and new customers. You will actively contribute to client acquisition and maintain and develop your own external network. This role is highly varied and calls for someone who is autonomous and a self-starter. In addition to the above, specifically you will be expected to: Develop commercially viable consulting market offerings , and work with PA teams to refine existing offerings, including taking these to new markets. Lead and deliver large scale and complex projects. Work well with mixed and diverse teams within PA and externally : planning, managing and delivering work, and working productively in demanding, deadline-driven situations. Qualifications We are looking for a Managing Consultant with a strong digital background, combined with expertise in at least one of the technologies critical to the energy transition. We are looking for candidates who have line management experience and a network within the Energy industry, ideally covering some of the following technical areas, solar, wind, hydrogen and derivatives, energy storage, CCUS, e-mobility, and other related subjects. Management experience of delivery teams or demonstration of outstanding leadership skills is advantageous. Ideally, you will already have a reputation for developing business and delivering innovative solutions within Renewable Energy. You will also possess strong market understanding including commercial issues, policy & regulations, and technology. As a self-starter, you will have the ability to operate successfully in a commercial environment and flourish in an entrepreneurial setting that offers you the opportunity to work at the highest levels with a global centre of excellence. You will be based in our head office in London but may be expected to travel and work on client sites in the UK and globally. We are happy to talk to you if you recognise the following aspects in yourself: Experience : you have at least 8 -10 years of applicable work experience. You have gained that experience within a corporate, government, start-up / scale-up or as a consultant. Experience as a management or strategy consultant is ideal, with a focus on energy or climate change. Expertise : You have a Digital or data background. Energy : You are passionate about the opportunities and challenges in the Energy and Utility space. You are customer-oriented and at your best when, as part of a team with a high focus on results, you can help customers solve challenging strategic and organisational issues. External network : You have a network within the Energy and Utility space, and you have demonstrated ability to develop strategic client relationships, working at the senior levels to sell value-added consulting assignments. Strong leadership skills : You have an ability to mobilise, inspire and manage teams. Excellent communication skills , both verbal and written. You are a strong communicator and have developed a personal brand. Additional information Private medical insurance 25 days annual leave with the opportunity to buy 5 additional days Company pension scheme Annual performance-based bonus Life and Income protection insurance Tax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn) Additional optional benefits (Dental, critical illness, PA Share Ownership and spouse/partner life assurance) Life At PA Life At PA encompasses our peoples' experience at PA. It's about how we enrich peoples' working lives by giving them access to unique people and growth opportunities and purpose led meaningful work. We believe diversity fuels ingenuity. Diversity of thought brings exciting perspectives; diversity of experience brings a wealth of knowledge, and diversity of skills brings the tools we need. When we bring people together with diverse backgrounds, identities, and minds, embracing that difference through an inclusive culture where our people thrive; we unleash the power of diversity - bringing ingenuity to life. We are dedicated to supporting the physical, emotional, social and financial well-being of our people. We recruit, retain, reward and develop our people based solely on their abilities and contributions and without reference to their age, background, disability, genetic information, parental or family status, religion or belief, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (or expression), political belief veteran status, or other by any other range of human difference brought about by identity and experience. We are on a journey towards ensuring our workforce is diverse at all levels and that our firm is representative of the world around us. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups. Adjustments or accommodations - Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.
The Senior Data Scientist is a critical role supporting the growth of our Data and AI services, reporting to the Practice Director. This role will work with clients and our team to set out the machine learning best practices and take responsibility for the low-level design and development of client ML solutions, including selection and fine-tuning of foundation models and pre-trained services such as Azure Computer Services. The role will also support technical pre-sales, providing technical guidance on client AI requirements. Responsibilities Technical leadership and development of machine learning models, including requirements and data scoping, model selection, training, evaluation, deployment and monitoring. Includes selection and fine-tuning of foundation and pre-trained models. Comfortable advising and selecting appropriate ML solutions against requirements, including cost implications. Set the machine learning best practices and standards for the Data and AI practice, including identifying opportunities for re-usable components and leading their development, maintenance and sharing. Collaborate with stakeholders, including client teams, your wider project team such as Security, Data Engineering, Cloud Architect, App Developer, Scrum Master, BA, and Partner technical representatives (Databricks, Microsoft, AWS) to ensure that ML solutions meet business requirements and are scalable, secure, and compliant with organizational policies and standards. Support technical pre-sales to provide guidance on client requirements for proposals, providing guidance on the technical approach and timeframes. Coach and support development of data scientists on the team. Potential to take on line management or continue a technical SME track without direct people management responsibilities. Advance our ML technology vendor partnerships in data science, including maintaining and taking relevant certifications, and identifying opportunities for further partnerships. Contribute to marketing events and thought leadership articles, including providing input to the strategy and direction About You Design, development, and maintenance of machine learning models in a highly regulated industry. Must have experience with productionised models for business-critical functions that is consumed in downstream services, whether in infrastructure, reports, or applications Knowledge of all stages of the ML lifecycle, and applying MLOps principles to manage experimentation, evaluation, deployment, integration, and monitoring. Experienced in Databricks and Azure AI services, including Cognitive Services, AzureML, Azure OpenAI. Excellent Python or R expertise, including writing, testing and quality assuring ML code. Experienced in working with sensitive data, understands and applies security, ethics, and privacy best practices. Team management and leadership. Pre-sales responses to RFPs and client proposals. Consulting experience. Why people choose to grow their careers at UBDS People are the most important aspect of our business, so adding the right people to the team and helping them grow is critical. This is why we've invested in a people-focused team to look after the entire employee experience. With an impressive portfolio of customers in both the public and private sectors, we have a variety of exciting projects to be involved in. As a technology agnostic organisation, you'll gain exposure to the world's leading and latest technology. Employee Benefits Training - All team members are offered a number of options in terms of personal development, whether it is technical led, business acumen or methodologies. We want you to grow with us and to help us achieve more Private medical cover for you and your spouse/partner, offered via Vitality Discretionary bonus based on a blend of personal and company performance Holiday - You will receive 25 Days holiday, plus 1 day for Birthday and 1 day for your work anniversary in addition to UK bank holidaysElectric Vehicle leasing with salary sacrifice Contributed Pension Scheme Death in service coverHybrid Working - UBDS offers a flexible working environment to help enable you to operate at your maximum regardless of your location. With offices in London & Manchester we offer a culture that is focussed on outcomes and giving you a work life balance but at that same time creating and driving a culture of inclusivity and togetherness About UBDS UBDS was born out of a vision to build lasting relationships by delivering digital transformation solutions with unrivalled speed and efficiency. We have taken complex organisations to the frontier of innovation, transforming enterprise and public sector to be faster, leaner and more competitive. Organisations turn to us for deep knowledge, specialist skills, years of on-the-job experience and our can-do and get-it done culture. Projects are personal. Our work is an extension of the values we embody, and we are always looking for ways to fill the gap for our clients. For us, it's about top- and bottom-line growth, and equipping our clients with cutting-edge technology that empowers innovation. We exist to deliver significant, measurable and sustainable digital transformation, and we achieve this by delivering value to our customers in the following ways: 1. Accelerating change 2. Ensuring frictionless high performance 3. Mitigating risk and ensuring security From advisory, to design and execution, we implement the technology that aligns with our clients' goals - to help them innovate and thrive. We have four key values that guide the way we work together, engage with our customers, make decisions, and ultimately succeed: Our reputation is everything We are passionate about technology and innovation We deliver value and make an impact We keep it simple and make it happen Interested in joining our innovative team? Get in touch. To find out more about this role, one of our other vacancies or to just talk about UBDS and where you might fit into one of our free thinking and ever-advancing teams, please head to or send your CV to Equal Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
The Senior Data Scientist is a critical role supporting the growth of our Data and AI services, reporting to the Practice Director. This role will work with clients and our team to set out the machine learning best practices and take responsibility for the low-level design and development of client ML solutions, including selection and fine-tuning of foundation models and pre-trained services such as Azure Computer Services. The role will also support technical pre-sales, providing technical guidance on client AI requirements. Responsibilities Technical leadership and development of machine learning models, including requirements and data scoping, model selection, training, evaluation, deployment and monitoring. Includes selection and fine-tuning of foundation and pre-trained models. Comfortable advising and selecting appropriate ML solutions against requirements, including cost implications. Set the machine learning best practices and standards for the Data and AI practice, including identifying opportunities for re-usable components and leading their development, maintenance and sharing. Collaborate with stakeholders, including client teams, your wider project team such as Security, Data Engineering, Cloud Architect, App Developer, Scrum Master, BA, and Partner technical representatives (Databricks, Microsoft, AWS) to ensure that ML solutions meet business requirements and are scalable, secure, and compliant with organizational policies and standards. Support technical pre-sales to provide guidance on client requirements for proposals, providing guidance on the technical approach and timeframes. Coach and support development of data scientists on the team. Potential to take on line management or continue a technical SME track without direct people management responsibilities. Advance our ML technology vendor partnerships in data science, including maintaining and taking relevant certifications, and identifying opportunities for further partnerships. Contribute to marketing events and thought leadership articles, including providing input to the strategy and direction About You Design, development, and maintenance of machine learning models in a highly regulated industry. Must have experience with productionised models for business-critical functions that is consumed in downstream services, whether in infrastructure, reports, or applications Knowledge of all stages of the ML lifecycle, and applying MLOps principles to manage experimentation, evaluation, deployment, integration, and monitoring. Experienced in Databricks and Azure AI services, including Cognitive Services, AzureML, Azure OpenAI. Excellent Python or R expertise, including writing, testing and quality assuring ML code. Experienced in working with sensitive data, understands and applies security, ethics, and privacy best practices. Team management and leadership. Pre-sales responses to RFPs and client proposals. Consulting experience. Why people choose to grow their careers at UBDS People are the most important aspect of our business, so adding the right people to the team and helping them grow is critical. This is why we've invested in a people-focused team to look after the entire employee experience. With an impressive portfolio of customers in both the public and private sectors, we have a variety of exciting projects to be involved in. As a technology agnostic organisation, you'll gain exposure to the world's leading and latest technology. Employee Benefits Training - All team members are offered a number of options in terms of personal development, whether it is technical led, business acumen or methodologies. We want you to grow with us and to help us achieve more Private medical cover for you and your spouse/partner, offered via Vitality Discretionary bonus based on a blend of personal and company performance Holiday - You will receive 25 Days holiday, plus 1 day for Birthday and 1 day for your work anniversary in addition to UK bank holidaysElectric Vehicle leasing with salary sacrifice Contributed Pension Scheme Death in service coverHybrid Working - UBDS offers a flexible working environment to help enable you to operate at your maximum regardless of your location. With offices in London & Manchester we offer a culture that is focussed on outcomes and giving you a work life balance but at that same time creating and driving a culture of inclusivity and togetherness About UBDS UBDS was born out of a vision to build lasting relationships by delivering digital transformation solutions with unrivalled speed and efficiency. We have taken complex organisations to the frontier of innovation, transforming enterprise and public sector to be faster, leaner and more competitive. Organisations turn to us for deep knowledge, specialist skills, years of on-the-job experience and our can-do and get-it done culture. Projects are personal. Our work is an extension of the values we embody, and we are always looking for ways to fill the gap for our clients. For us, it's about top- and bottom-line growth, and equipping our clients with cutting-edge technology that empowers innovation. We exist to deliver significant, measurable and sustainable digital transformation, and we achieve this by delivering value to our customers in the following ways: 1. Accelerating change 2. Ensuring frictionless high performance 3. Mitigating risk and ensuring security From advisory, to design and execution, we implement the technology that aligns with our clients' goals - to help them innovate and thrive. We have four key values that guide the way we work together, engage with our customers, make decisions, and ultimately succeed: Our reputation is everything We are passionate about technology and innovation We deliver value and make an impact We keep it simple and make it happen Interested in joining our innovative team? Get in touch. To find out more about this role, one of our other vacancies or to just talk about UBDS and where you might fit into one of our free thinking and ever-advancing teams, please head to or send your CV to Equal Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
Data Office Analyst (Trainee) Our client is a globally recognised, successful bank who provide world-class services to various institutions and individuals. Offering a comprehensive range of retail and corporate financial services/products, this thriving business boasts over 10 million active customers in over 700 business locations. Due to new headcount requirement they are now looking to acquire the services of a Data Office Analyst (Trainee). This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation who strongly uphold their values to put their customers at the heart of all that they do and offer a highly personalised client service. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm with a 1-hour lunch and the role is hybrid with their office being based in London Key Responsibilities: Assist team to carry out analysis of business data in line with organization's data strategy to use data more effectively. Support the team in various business activities, including production of the reports, requirements gathering and analysis. Build relationship with internal and external "client/customers" relating to data issues Assist with maintain accurate data and other associated records and activities relevant to the Data Office. Adhere to the bank's policies and procedures, code of conduct. Collaborate effectively with Data colleagues , presenting findings and insights in a clear and concise manner to support informed decision-making, ensure that your data analysis tasks are completed within established timeframes, contributing to project efficiency Key Skills/Experience: Bachelor's or master degree in finance, accounting, mathematics, economics, computer science, Information management or statistics (desirable) Ability to demonstrate good technical skills - in Alteryx, BI/Analytics using mainly Microsoft Solutions is desirable, data management, or any other technologies. Good understanding of data preparation and management functions (collection, analysis, distribution etc.) Desire to become proficiency with agile data & reporting tools like PowerBI (preferably), Tableau, Qlik, etc. is advantageous. Ability to communicate clearly to various audience Strong good organization skills, Able to take initiatives and be a good team player. Good MI presentation skills In return our client offers a fantastic benefits package including: Up to 10% employer pension contribution ? Life Assurance Cover Income protection ? Private Medical Insurance plan (upon successful completion of probation period) ? Contribution to glasses/contacts and eye testing Gym subsidy (up to £50 per month) ? Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Program Interest Free season ticket loan for travel Birthday Leave ? 25 days annual leave, rising to 28 after 3 years and 30 after 8 years' service Give As You Earn (GAYE)
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
Data Office Analyst (Trainee) Our client is a globally recognised, successful bank who provide world-class services to various institutions and individuals. Offering a comprehensive range of retail and corporate financial services/products, this thriving business boasts over 10 million active customers in over 700 business locations. Due to new headcount requirement they are now looking to acquire the services of a Data Office Analyst (Trainee). This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation who strongly uphold their values to put their customers at the heart of all that they do and offer a highly personalised client service. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm with a 1-hour lunch and the role is hybrid with their office being based in London Key Responsibilities: Assist team to carry out analysis of business data in line with organization's data strategy to use data more effectively. Support the team in various business activities, including production of the reports, requirements gathering and analysis. Build relationship with internal and external "client/customers" relating to data issues Assist with maintain accurate data and other associated records and activities relevant to the Data Office. Adhere to the bank's policies and procedures, code of conduct. Collaborate effectively with Data colleagues , presenting findings and insights in a clear and concise manner to support informed decision-making, ensure that your data analysis tasks are completed within established timeframes, contributing to project efficiency Key Skills/Experience: Bachelor's or master degree in finance, accounting, mathematics, economics, computer science, Information management or statistics (desirable) Ability to demonstrate good technical skills - in Alteryx, BI/Analytics using mainly Microsoft Solutions is desirable, data management, or any other technologies. Good understanding of data preparation and management functions (collection, analysis, distribution etc.) Desire to become proficiency with agile data & reporting tools like PowerBI (preferably), Tableau, Qlik, etc. is advantageous. Ability to communicate clearly to various audience Strong good organization skills, Able to take initiatives and be a good team player. Good MI presentation skills In return our client offers a fantastic benefits package including: Up to 10% employer pension contribution ? Life Assurance Cover Income protection ? Private Medical Insurance plan (upon successful completion of probation period) ? Contribution to glasses/contacts and eye testing Gym subsidy (up to £50 per month) ? Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Program Interest Free season ticket loan for travel Birthday Leave ? 25 days annual leave, rising to 28 after 3 years and 30 after 8 years' service Give As You Earn (GAYE)
Head of IT Data Solutions page is loaded Head of IT Data Solutions Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R-5987 Head of IT Data Solutions About the role Here at DS Smith, we are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Head of IT Data Solutions to join within our Packaging Division. DS Smith is a leading provider of sustainable packaging solutions, paper products and recycling services worldwide. Today, we operate in over 30 countries, employing over 29,000 people and our ambition is to continue growing strongly as we have done over the last decade and be the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Our packaging division is the largest division by size within DS Smith with a turnover of c £6bn. Data is a critical foundational enabler of our strategic agenda, both in terms of providing trusted, accessible information to run our business but also to enable a number of strategic transformation programmes across Customer Experience, Supply Chain Optimisation, Product Design Digitalisation, and Manufacturing Operations, as well as leverage emerging AI capabilities to augment existing capabilities and enable future data-enabled products and services for our customers. The Head of IT Data Solutions will play a leading role in defining the integrated data & analytics strategy and roadmap for the Packaging division. It will leverage our enterprise "Data Factory" capability in AWS and Power BI as well as manage a variety of existing data solutions (Azure, Netezza, Cognos, etc) and their transition to the data factory to empower democratisation of information across our business and our customers. The role will also have E2E accountability for design, delivery and support of existing and new Packaging divisional data & analytics products (including sales forecasting) and be the custodian of Packaging data architecture and data product intellectual property as well as managing relevant external partners. Key accountabilities would include: Lead the Packaging Divisional IT Data Solutions team. End-to-end accountability for the portfolio of divisional IT master data, data integration & data analytics solutions for Packaging. Develop and maintain the strategic integrated technology roadmap for Packaging divisional data & analytics solutions across Packaging. Lead the development of Packaging divisional data product solution designs. Custodian of Packaging divisional data architecture & data product intellectual property. Manage relationships with relevant external partners as well as internal teams. Manage the IT delivery and support of Packaging divisional data products. Work with business stakeholders, IT Business Partners, Procurement, Finance & Legal teams to ensure external technology vendors & partner relationships are successful and Statements of Work & SLAs are aligned with DS Smith business requirements & standards. Manage IT budgets & multi-year strategic plans for Packaging divisional data & analytics solutions. Support business case development & stage gate success criteria for new IT data analytics products. Support the Head of Packaging IT Divisional Capabilities to develop and manage the overall integrated strategic technology roadmap for Packaging at the divisional level. Develop & maintain external networks, keep up-to-date with relevant technology trends & DS Smith technology strategy and act as a trusted advisor to key business stakeholders. About you Expertise in data modelling within Dimensional Modelling, using ERwin and/or other industry leading data modelling tools. Hands-on experience in leading the design, build and implementation of E2E data solutions in large, multi-national organisations, taking advantage of modern technologies, architectures and methods to process large volumes of data from disparate sources, including manufacturing/ IoT. AWS Certified Data Analytics or equivalent Strong experience developing data solutions using AWS Data services and Power BI including S3, Glue, Data Pipeline, EMR, RedShift, Athena, RDS, Kinesis, Lambda and other related services. Knowledge of Azure Data Services, Netezza, and Cognos an advantage. Demonstrable knowledge & experience of developing an Information Architecture framework to support the governance of data usage, definitions, controls and exploitation, and have actively participated in the architecture reviews. Experience with 3rd party vendor and partner management. Experience of agile and waterfall methodologies and dealing with ambiguity. Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, information systems, statistics, or equivalent work experience. Benefits Competitive salary Company bonus Pension scheme Private Medical Insurance Company Car / Allowance 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Electric Car Scheme / Annual Cycle to Work Scheme About Us DS Smith is a leading provider of sustainable fibre-based packaging worldwide, which is supported by recycling and paper making operations. We play a central role in the value chain across sectors including e-commerce, fast moving consumer goods and industrials. Through our purpose of 'Redefining Packaging for a Changing World' and our Now and Next sustainability strategy, we are committed to leading the transition to the circular economy, while delivering more circular solutions for our customers and wider society - replacing problem plastics, taking carbon out of supply chains and providing innovative recycling solutions. Our bespoke box-to-box in 14 days model, design capabilities and innovation strategy sits at the heart of this response. Headquartered in London and a member of the FTSE 100, DS Smith operates in 34 countries employing around 30,000 people and we are a Strategic Partner of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. Our history can be traced back to the box-making businesses started in the 1940s by the Smith family.
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
Head of IT Data Solutions page is loaded Head of IT Data Solutions Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R-5987 Head of IT Data Solutions About the role Here at DS Smith, we are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Head of IT Data Solutions to join within our Packaging Division. DS Smith is a leading provider of sustainable packaging solutions, paper products and recycling services worldwide. Today, we operate in over 30 countries, employing over 29,000 people and our ambition is to continue growing strongly as we have done over the last decade and be the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Our packaging division is the largest division by size within DS Smith with a turnover of c £6bn. Data is a critical foundational enabler of our strategic agenda, both in terms of providing trusted, accessible information to run our business but also to enable a number of strategic transformation programmes across Customer Experience, Supply Chain Optimisation, Product Design Digitalisation, and Manufacturing Operations, as well as leverage emerging AI capabilities to augment existing capabilities and enable future data-enabled products and services for our customers. The Head of IT Data Solutions will play a leading role in defining the integrated data & analytics strategy and roadmap for the Packaging division. It will leverage our enterprise "Data Factory" capability in AWS and Power BI as well as manage a variety of existing data solutions (Azure, Netezza, Cognos, etc) and their transition to the data factory to empower democratisation of information across our business and our customers. The role will also have E2E accountability for design, delivery and support of existing and new Packaging divisional data & analytics products (including sales forecasting) and be the custodian of Packaging data architecture and data product intellectual property as well as managing relevant external partners. Key accountabilities would include: Lead the Packaging Divisional IT Data Solutions team. End-to-end accountability for the portfolio of divisional IT master data, data integration & data analytics solutions for Packaging. Develop and maintain the strategic integrated technology roadmap for Packaging divisional data & analytics solutions across Packaging. Lead the development of Packaging divisional data product solution designs. Custodian of Packaging divisional data architecture & data product intellectual property. Manage relationships with relevant external partners as well as internal teams. Manage the IT delivery and support of Packaging divisional data products. Work with business stakeholders, IT Business Partners, Procurement, Finance & Legal teams to ensure external technology vendors & partner relationships are successful and Statements of Work & SLAs are aligned with DS Smith business requirements & standards. Manage IT budgets & multi-year strategic plans for Packaging divisional data & analytics solutions. Support business case development & stage gate success criteria for new IT data analytics products. Support the Head of Packaging IT Divisional Capabilities to develop and manage the overall integrated strategic technology roadmap for Packaging at the divisional level. Develop & maintain external networks, keep up-to-date with relevant technology trends & DS Smith technology strategy and act as a trusted advisor to key business stakeholders. About you Expertise in data modelling within Dimensional Modelling, using ERwin and/or other industry leading data modelling tools. Hands-on experience in leading the design, build and implementation of E2E data solutions in large, multi-national organisations, taking advantage of modern technologies, architectures and methods to process large volumes of data from disparate sources, including manufacturing/ IoT. AWS Certified Data Analytics or equivalent Strong experience developing data solutions using AWS Data services and Power BI including S3, Glue, Data Pipeline, EMR, RedShift, Athena, RDS, Kinesis, Lambda and other related services. Knowledge of Azure Data Services, Netezza, and Cognos an advantage. Demonstrable knowledge & experience of developing an Information Architecture framework to support the governance of data usage, definitions, controls and exploitation, and have actively participated in the architecture reviews. Experience with 3rd party vendor and partner management. Experience of agile and waterfall methodologies and dealing with ambiguity. Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, information systems, statistics, or equivalent work experience. Benefits Competitive salary Company bonus Pension scheme Private Medical Insurance Company Car / Allowance 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Electric Car Scheme / Annual Cycle to Work Scheme About Us DS Smith is a leading provider of sustainable fibre-based packaging worldwide, which is supported by recycling and paper making operations. We play a central role in the value chain across sectors including e-commerce, fast moving consumer goods and industrials. Through our purpose of 'Redefining Packaging for a Changing World' and our Now and Next sustainability strategy, we are committed to leading the transition to the circular economy, while delivering more circular solutions for our customers and wider society - replacing problem plastics, taking carbon out of supply chains and providing innovative recycling solutions. Our bespoke box-to-box in 14 days model, design capabilities and innovation strategy sits at the heart of this response. Headquartered in London and a member of the FTSE 100, DS Smith operates in 34 countries employing around 30,000 people and we are a Strategic Partner of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. Our history can be traced back to the box-making businesses started in the 1940s by the Smith family.