Test Analyst Web Applications
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £32,876 - £36,229 (Grade 5)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: 37 hours, Monday - Friday
Post number: 203436
Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced User Acceptance Tester to join our growing Digital Services Team.
Over a million people access information and services on the Natural Resources Wales website every year. These include helping businesses comply with environmental regulations to protect the Welsh environment and helping house holders understand their flood risk and prepare for flooding. It’s also an important platform for other public bodies and used by policy makers to access the evidence they need to help make decisions. And much more in-between!
Working in a multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with developers, testers and users of the NRW website and Content Management System. You will review and test applications to make sure developments work as expected and meet standards, such as accessibility.
You can find out more about our vision for user-centred services for the people of Wales in our Digital Strategy.
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of the following:
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to understand technical & business requirements to identify test data requirements and produce test conditions, scenarios and scripts in preparation and execution of a full range of testing including; functional, Integration and Regression activities across multiple teams.
Ability to create and maintain test documentation: e.g. test plans, TTRM, Test Exit reports, Test estimate schedules, and contribute to overall project test plans. Operate the agreed defect life cycle, ensuring defects are assigned to the relevant party, accepted for re-test, re-tested and approved.
Sound understanding of structured test models (e.g. Agile, Waterfall, V- Model), and the ability to work within them appropriately, technical architectures. (Microsoft Cloud technology).
Understanding of the use of test metrics to provide accurate reporting including test progress, scripting, defect tracking, and completion reporting using testing tools and will require applicants to be fully conversant with tools for test requirements.
Excellent technical skills and knowledge including:
Working for/within an organisation which is “data rich”, collecting and generating its own data for use in regulating others, managing its assets or informing others.
Building/working with corporate applications using cloud hosting services such as Azure and of working in environments using MS Sharepoint including Office 365.
Excellent communication and team working skills with the ability to work collaboratively and at pace responding to changes in environment, timescales and priorities, including the ability to work with senior management and internal and external customers and suppliers presenting complex/technical information in a format appropriate for the seniority and technical understanding of the audience. It is imperative to maintain assertive communication in the face of resource availability challenges from business users.
This role will offer a range of benefits, including:
Agile and flexible working
Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 26.6% to 30.3%
28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
Health and wellbeing benefits and support
Weekly well-being hour to use as you choose
For more information, please visit our website.
Dec 08, 2022
Full time
Test Analyst Web Applications
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £32,876 - £36,229 (Grade 5)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: 37 hours, Monday - Friday
Post number: 203436
Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced User Acceptance Tester to join our growing Digital Services Team.
Over a million people access information and services on the Natural Resources Wales website every year. These include helping businesses comply with environmental regulations to protect the Welsh environment and helping house holders understand their flood risk and prepare for flooding. It’s also an important platform for other public bodies and used by policy makers to access the evidence they need to help make decisions. And much more in-between!
Working in a multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with developers, testers and users of the NRW website and Content Management System. You will review and test applications to make sure developments work as expected and meet standards, such as accessibility.
You can find out more about our vision for user-centred services for the people of Wales in our Digital Strategy.
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of the following:
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to understand technical & business requirements to identify test data requirements and produce test conditions, scenarios and scripts in preparation and execution of a full range of testing including; functional, Integration and Regression activities across multiple teams.
Ability to create and maintain test documentation: e.g. test plans, TTRM, Test Exit reports, Test estimate schedules, and contribute to overall project test plans. Operate the agreed defect life cycle, ensuring defects are assigned to the relevant party, accepted for re-test, re-tested and approved.
Sound understanding of structured test models (e.g. Agile, Waterfall, V- Model), and the ability to work within them appropriately, technical architectures. (Microsoft Cloud technology).
Understanding of the use of test metrics to provide accurate reporting including test progress, scripting, defect tracking, and completion reporting using testing tools and will require applicants to be fully conversant with tools for test requirements.
Excellent technical skills and knowledge including:
Working for/within an organisation which is “data rich”, collecting and generating its own data for use in regulating others, managing its assets or informing others.
Building/working with corporate applications using cloud hosting services such as Azure and of working in environments using MS Sharepoint including Office 365.
Excellent communication and team working skills with the ability to work collaboratively and at pace responding to changes in environment, timescales and priorities, including the ability to work with senior management and internal and external customers and suppliers presenting complex/technical information in a format appropriate for the seniority and technical understanding of the audience. It is imperative to maintain assertive communication in the face of resource availability challenges from business users.
This role will offer a range of benefits, including:
Agile and flexible working
Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 26.6% to 30.3%
28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
Health and wellbeing benefits and support
Weekly well-being hour to use as you choose
For more information, please visit our website.
Company description: About ClearCourse Join a rapidly growing collaborative of disruptive technology companies working together to build a great software and payments business, with exceptional people and the best products and services. Across our portfolio of software platforms, we're creating an environment where talented entrepreneurs and businesses flourish. Our team is over 900 people strong and supports over 20,000 customers across the globe. Working better together is central to everything we do, each time we add a new business we're adding new ideas and innovation. Job description: .Net Web Developer Type: Perm Hours: Full Time Location: London/Bristol (Hybrid or Remote) Are you an experienced Umbraco C# .NET Web Developer looking to join a close-knit, growing, and skilled team? If you have a proven track record in developing innovative software solutions using the Umbraco with .NET framework and Azure Services, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you. About ClearCourse Join a rapidly growing collaborative of disruptive technology companies working together to build a great software and payments business, with exceptional people and the best products and services. Across our portfolio of software platforms, we're creating an environment where talented entrepreneurs and businesses flourish. Our team is over 900 people strong and supports over 20,000 customers across the globe. We have 40 brands located across the UK and internationally, with two primary UK ClearCourse hubs, in which multiple brands are located in London and Preston. These market-leading software businesses form our five verticals; with our integrated payments platform, ClearAccept intrinsic to the entire organisation. Working better together is central to everything we do, each time we add a new business we're adding new ideas and innovation. Our mission is to help our customers build great businesses with our industry-specific software and embedded payments solutions. Job Overview The .NET Developer role is responsible for the delivery for all assigned user stories from estimation through code, bug fixing and documentation while achieving target delivery for the Sprint and or other measure of throughput as per the project methodology. The .NET Developer works within a delivery team, typically including a mix of Developers, Solution Architects, QA Engineers, Business Analysts, Functional Consultants and Scrum Masters (client-facing Project Manager). The role is responsible for creation and estimate tasks, writing of quality code to agreed standards defined Principal Solution Architecture team. This role has a strong delivery component and is responsible for delivery of software in agile Sprints, The .NET Developer should take ownership of their User Stories as well as perform code reviews for others, taking care to think about performance, security and maintainability. Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Contribute to the development of project plans, timelines, and estimates Collaborate with our team to design, develop, and test solutions that are scalable and maintainable Plan tasks for User Stories and estimate in hours Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot websites and web applications using Umbraco and Azure Services Work with the Senior Developer and other developers to ensure that the website is functioning properly and meets the client's needs Write clean, efficient and well-documented, secure code with unit tests. Participate in code reviews to ensure that code is of a high quality and adheres to company standards Collaborate with designers, developers, and project managers to deliver high-quality solutions Implement and maintain automated builds and deployments Monitor and troubleshoot Azure-based systems Delivery on your estimates Desireable attributes and experience: 3 years of experience in software development Strong experience with C#, .NET Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript and JavaScript Frameworks such as Angular, React or Vue.js 2 years commercial experience with Umbraco CMS preferably certification Understanding of Azure cloud platform and its services (e.g. Azure App Service, Azure SQL, Azure Functions, Azure Blob Storage, Azure CDN, and Azure Search) Integrating with external systems is beneficial for example with REST API's or other technologies required as per the project ClearCourse Employee Benefits Life Assurance and private medical cover with cash plan Group Income Protection and enhanced Company Pension Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Generous training budgets and reimbursement for professional memberships Hybrid-working model with 25 days annual leave 24/7 employee assistance programme including Peppy Health App Bike to Work Scheme Generous Recruitment referral scheme Additional flexible benefits with the Perkbox platform, providing discounts and freebies from major retailers Are you ready to take your next step or know someone who is? Apply to ClearCourse today!
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Company description: About ClearCourse Join a rapidly growing collaborative of disruptive technology companies working together to build a great software and payments business, with exceptional people and the best products and services. Across our portfolio of software platforms, we're creating an environment where talented entrepreneurs and businesses flourish. Our team is over 900 people strong and supports over 20,000 customers across the globe. Working better together is central to everything we do, each time we add a new business we're adding new ideas and innovation. Job description: .Net Web Developer Type: Perm Hours: Full Time Location: London/Bristol (Hybrid or Remote) Are you an experienced Umbraco C# .NET Web Developer looking to join a close-knit, growing, and skilled team? If you have a proven track record in developing innovative software solutions using the Umbraco with .NET framework and Azure Services, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you. About ClearCourse Join a rapidly growing collaborative of disruptive technology companies working together to build a great software and payments business, with exceptional people and the best products and services. Across our portfolio of software platforms, we're creating an environment where talented entrepreneurs and businesses flourish. Our team is over 900 people strong and supports over 20,000 customers across the globe. We have 40 brands located across the UK and internationally, with two primary UK ClearCourse hubs, in which multiple brands are located in London and Preston. These market-leading software businesses form our five verticals; with our integrated payments platform, ClearAccept intrinsic to the entire organisation. Working better together is central to everything we do, each time we add a new business we're adding new ideas and innovation. Our mission is to help our customers build great businesses with our industry-specific software and embedded payments solutions. Job Overview The .NET Developer role is responsible for the delivery for all assigned user stories from estimation through code, bug fixing and documentation while achieving target delivery for the Sprint and or other measure of throughput as per the project methodology. The .NET Developer works within a delivery team, typically including a mix of Developers, Solution Architects, QA Engineers, Business Analysts, Functional Consultants and Scrum Masters (client-facing Project Manager). The role is responsible for creation and estimate tasks, writing of quality code to agreed standards defined Principal Solution Architecture team. This role has a strong delivery component and is responsible for delivery of software in agile Sprints, The .NET Developer should take ownership of their User Stories as well as perform code reviews for others, taking care to think about performance, security and maintainability. Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Contribute to the development of project plans, timelines, and estimates Collaborate with our team to design, develop, and test solutions that are scalable and maintainable Plan tasks for User Stories and estimate in hours Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot websites and web applications using Umbraco and Azure Services Work with the Senior Developer and other developers to ensure that the website is functioning properly and meets the client's needs Write clean, efficient and well-documented, secure code with unit tests. Participate in code reviews to ensure that code is of a high quality and adheres to company standards Collaborate with designers, developers, and project managers to deliver high-quality solutions Implement and maintain automated builds and deployments Monitor and troubleshoot Azure-based systems Delivery on your estimates Desireable attributes and experience: 3 years of experience in software development Strong experience with C#, .NET Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript and JavaScript Frameworks such as Angular, React or Vue.js 2 years commercial experience with Umbraco CMS preferably certification Understanding of Azure cloud platform and its services (e.g. Azure App Service, Azure SQL, Azure Functions, Azure Blob Storage, Azure CDN, and Azure Search) Integrating with external systems is beneficial for example with REST API's or other technologies required as per the project ClearCourse Employee Benefits Life Assurance and private medical cover with cash plan Group Income Protection and enhanced Company Pension Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Generous training budgets and reimbursement for professional memberships Hybrid-working model with 25 days annual leave 24/7 employee assistance programme including Peppy Health App Bike to Work Scheme Generous Recruitment referral scheme Additional flexible benefits with the Perkbox platform, providing discounts and freebies from major retailers Are you ready to take your next step or know someone who is? Apply to ClearCourse today!
Senior IT Operations Analyst / Technology Operations Analyst / IT Ops Analyst / 3rd line support / Citrix / Azure Disrupt Agency are currently recruiting for an experienced, (Senior) IT Operations Analyst to join this amazing UK based Charity. The IT department are seeking a talented individual with recent and/or relevant IT Operations experience to join this growing team that supports the overall IT Operations excellence including process improvement, simplification/operational efficiency and succession planning. This department will also be integral in supporting various digital transformation and/or IT related change projects. The Senior IT Operations Analyst will be joining at a critical time of IT / technology change and transformation, so we are looking for someone who will be able to work in a complex and fast moving environment/organisation. IT Operations landscape and core duties: The IT department, support 7000 users across 900 locations, comprising of a comprehensive IT infrastructure delivering several line-of-business systems which reach out to all staff. The Senior IT Operations Analyst is a hands-on, supervisory role within a small team, who are responsible for operational excellence across the organisation's IT Infrastructure. The infrastructure comprises physical & virtual servers, backup and disaster recovery solutions, and cloud services. The role is to assist with the support and maintenance of the infrastructure, ensuring that the services and underpinning processes are efficient, effective, and meet agreed service levels while also being mindful of the future in supporting the overall strategy and vision of the organisation and it's employees to deliver the amazing work they do each day. In addition, the role will provide technical expertise and support to a variety of IT projects. You will have input to and support the IT Operations Manager to develop and implement best practice and efficient workflows that are both cost effective for the organisation yet deliver the quality of services that are needed. This is a real opportunity to support and help the IT Operations Manager to shape the organisation's IT Operations Excellence! IT Operations Analyst background/experience: Essentially we are looking for that breadth of experience across IT covering Service and Support. We need applicants to have worked up to 3rd line technical support previously for a minimum of 12 months and also have experience with Citrix PVS and Azure. We don't require you to be an expert but you will have the curiosity, interest and solutions/practical based approach to figuring out challenges to find the answers/solutions. Working with an exceptional and senior team of IT professionals you will be supported, engaged and developed in this role. We are looking for driven and motivated applicants who can think ahead, plan and build robust structured workflows that solve challenges or problems when they arise. Calm, collected and thoughtful with a real and genuine interest in technology and the desire to continuously learn and develop. You will ideally have achieved a recognised academic qualification (Degree or equivalent ), professional training and/or be able to showcase the relevant practical expertise gained through working in a similar position previously. You will understand the challenges experienced within IT Operations and how to support and drive efficiency within the current IT operations workflows. ITIL Training and/or experience of working within an ITIL environment will also be nice to have but not essential. IT Operations IT Landscape overview Server based computing (VDI) Skills/Experience VDI Infrastructure knowledge(Citrix, Azure Virtual desktop) VMware • Active Directory Networking protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, & WINS Cloud technology Azure
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Senior IT Operations Analyst / Technology Operations Analyst / IT Ops Analyst / 3rd line support / Citrix / Azure Disrupt Agency are currently recruiting for an experienced, (Senior) IT Operations Analyst to join this amazing UK based Charity. The IT department are seeking a talented individual with recent and/or relevant IT Operations experience to join this growing team that supports the overall IT Operations excellence including process improvement, simplification/operational efficiency and succession planning. This department will also be integral in supporting various digital transformation and/or IT related change projects. The Senior IT Operations Analyst will be joining at a critical time of IT / technology change and transformation, so we are looking for someone who will be able to work in a complex and fast moving environment/organisation. IT Operations landscape and core duties: The IT department, support 7000 users across 900 locations, comprising of a comprehensive IT infrastructure delivering several line-of-business systems which reach out to all staff. The Senior IT Operations Analyst is a hands-on, supervisory role within a small team, who are responsible for operational excellence across the organisation's IT Infrastructure. The infrastructure comprises physical & virtual servers, backup and disaster recovery solutions, and cloud services. The role is to assist with the support and maintenance of the infrastructure, ensuring that the services and underpinning processes are efficient, effective, and meet agreed service levels while also being mindful of the future in supporting the overall strategy and vision of the organisation and it's employees to deliver the amazing work they do each day. In addition, the role will provide technical expertise and support to a variety of IT projects. You will have input to and support the IT Operations Manager to develop and implement best practice and efficient workflows that are both cost effective for the organisation yet deliver the quality of services that are needed. This is a real opportunity to support and help the IT Operations Manager to shape the organisation's IT Operations Excellence! IT Operations Analyst background/experience: Essentially we are looking for that breadth of experience across IT covering Service and Support. We need applicants to have worked up to 3rd line technical support previously for a minimum of 12 months and also have experience with Citrix PVS and Azure. We don't require you to be an expert but you will have the curiosity, interest and solutions/practical based approach to figuring out challenges to find the answers/solutions. Working with an exceptional and senior team of IT professionals you will be supported, engaged and developed in this role. We are looking for driven and motivated applicants who can think ahead, plan and build robust structured workflows that solve challenges or problems when they arise. Calm, collected and thoughtful with a real and genuine interest in technology and the desire to continuously learn and develop. You will ideally have achieved a recognised academic qualification (Degree or equivalent ), professional training and/or be able to showcase the relevant practical expertise gained through working in a similar position previously. You will understand the challenges experienced within IT Operations and how to support and drive efficiency within the current IT operations workflows. ITIL Training and/or experience of working within an ITIL environment will also be nice to have but not essential. IT Operations IT Landscape overview Server based computing (VDI) Skills/Experience VDI Infrastructure knowledge(Citrix, Azure Virtual desktop) VMware • Active Directory Networking protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, & WINS Cloud technology Azure
Flexible Working: We support full-time, part-time, compressed, and flexible hours. There may be some scope for remote working. However, our ability to do this is dependent on role requirements and business needs. This role is primarily office based. About us We're MI6, also known as the Secret Intelligence Service (SIS). Our mission is to protect the security and economic wellbeing of the UK from overseas threats such as regional instability, terrorism, and cyber-attacks. Working across the globe and in close partnership with MI5 and GCHQ, we help the Government to counter these threats through the provision of secret intelligence. A role in MI6 will see you providing vital support to this work, within a supportive and encouraging environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. The role MI6's successful operations and intelligence delivery rely on architecture and technology. That's why we're constantly developing and maintaining the capabilities that provide us with mission advantage in our rapidly changing, technology and data-driven world. Digital transformation is key to our success and to enable MI6 to operate with digital Government and partner Intelligence Communities. Working as part of an Integrated Chief Technology Office, you'll lead and grow your own team, creating ways of working to deliver a technology portfolio that directly supports our business needs. While this is a hands-on role, your impact will be felt by working with others to deliver a uniquely diverse range of cutting-edge technologies to solve problems that simply don't exist in other organisations. Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer, you'll: Build and communicate the Enterprise Technology Roadmap, making recommendations as to the order and prioritisation of work. Manage strategic technology risk such as technical debt. Establish, maintain and communicate the As-Is and Target technology states and guide delivery guidance through Strategies, Principles, Standards, Guard Rails and (Anti)Patterns for functional and non-functional requirements. Work with solution architects and engineering to shape the delivery portfolio - balancing delivering strategic change with short-term objectives and tactical issues. Understand Enterprise-wide problems and opportunities, then help to shape delivery solutions. Lead the initiative to improve the maturity of our Enterprise Architecture and Business Architecture practice and be the domain skills and profession lead. Demonstrate and communicate the value that Enterprise Architecture brings to the organisation. Manage a team of staff and contractors. We use agile and lean methodologies to innovate, deliver and upgrade systems that are core to our business supporting the full spectrum of MI6 operations as well as corporate areas of the organisation. The diverse nature of the enterprise means that our products are built using a variety of different technology architectures. Whether working on data analytics, knowledge systems, clandestine communications or technical operations capabilities, the nature of our work presents unique and fascinating architecture and technical challenges, the likes of which you'll never have seen before. We develop products that provide capability across MI6. Our multi-disciplinary internal delivery teams are made up of architects and engineers who work alongside product owners, business analysts and delivery colleagues to ensure MI6 gets what it needs whilst balancing tactical and strategic goals and objectives. These products are driven and cohered by strategy and enterprise considerations. About you You're an experienced Enterprise Architect, who can blend experience of working across technology domains in data-orientated organisations with a strong understanding of business architecture. We're looking for someone with experience leading teams, setting direction, and mentoring colleagues, someone who has worked in leadership positions within technology, architecture or systems engineering functions. You'll be confident in developing technology portfolios or playing a leading role in digital transformation programmes and you'll have demonstrable experience making trade-offs within a complex delivery portfolio. We're also looking for someone comfortable communicating technical concepts clearly and concisely to non-technical colleagues. Experience in using architecture tools and techniques to deliver business benefit will be key to this role, as is knowledge of multiple architecture and delivery frameworks and experience of embedding such tools and techniques. Finally, we're looking for someone who has a keen interest in technology trends to ensure that your IT knowledge is up to date. Training and development Learning and development are central to our architecture ethos which is why we invest heavily in our people. We'll work with you to understand how you'd like to progress, then create a learning pathway for your individual development. We'll support you to develop and expand both your technical and non-technical skills. And you'll have access to a wide variety of classroom and online learning, as well as our own development programmes, schemes and a range of external bodies. Rewards and benefits You'll receive a starting salary of £89,465 to £100,894 plus other benefits including: 25 days' annual leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days' public and privilege holidays. Investment in learning and development. Interest-free season ticket loan. Cycle to work scheme. Facilities such as a subsidised gym and restaurant, and on-site coffee bars. Paid parental and adoption leave. At MI6 diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website. We're Disability Confident MI6 are proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP's Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. Being Disability Confident, we aim to offer a person-to-person interview to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role. This is our 'Offer of Interview' (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria (in order of application process) are: Previously worked in a senior position within architecture or systems engineering functions. Have experience developing technology portfolios and/or playing a leading role in digital transformation programmes. If you meet the minimum criteria, you will be invited to a Technical Telephone Interview. What to expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: A completed application form. Technical interview via telephone. An assessment centre day which will include, but not limited to, a face-to-face technical scenario-based interview with the hiring team and a HR-based interview. The scenario will be provided prior to the interview. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process in order to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 - 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before You Apply To work at MI6, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. You can read our full eligibility criteria here . This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It's something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. You can find out more about the vetting process here. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can't take any recreational drugs and you'll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more discretely. The role is based in central London so you'll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application. A loan is available to support people relocating to London. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application . click apply for full job details
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Flexible Working: We support full-time, part-time, compressed, and flexible hours. There may be some scope for remote working. However, our ability to do this is dependent on role requirements and business needs. This role is primarily office based. About us We're MI6, also known as the Secret Intelligence Service (SIS). Our mission is to protect the security and economic wellbeing of the UK from overseas threats such as regional instability, terrorism, and cyber-attacks. Working across the globe and in close partnership with MI5 and GCHQ, we help the Government to counter these threats through the provision of secret intelligence. A role in MI6 will see you providing vital support to this work, within a supportive and encouraging environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. The role MI6's successful operations and intelligence delivery rely on architecture and technology. That's why we're constantly developing and maintaining the capabilities that provide us with mission advantage in our rapidly changing, technology and data-driven world. Digital transformation is key to our success and to enable MI6 to operate with digital Government and partner Intelligence Communities. Working as part of an Integrated Chief Technology Office, you'll lead and grow your own team, creating ways of working to deliver a technology portfolio that directly supports our business needs. While this is a hands-on role, your impact will be felt by working with others to deliver a uniquely diverse range of cutting-edge technologies to solve problems that simply don't exist in other organisations. Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer, you'll: Build and communicate the Enterprise Technology Roadmap, making recommendations as to the order and prioritisation of work. Manage strategic technology risk such as technical debt. Establish, maintain and communicate the As-Is and Target technology states and guide delivery guidance through Strategies, Principles, Standards, Guard Rails and (Anti)Patterns for functional and non-functional requirements. Work with solution architects and engineering to shape the delivery portfolio - balancing delivering strategic change with short-term objectives and tactical issues. Understand Enterprise-wide problems and opportunities, then help to shape delivery solutions. Lead the initiative to improve the maturity of our Enterprise Architecture and Business Architecture practice and be the domain skills and profession lead. Demonstrate and communicate the value that Enterprise Architecture brings to the organisation. Manage a team of staff and contractors. We use agile and lean methodologies to innovate, deliver and upgrade systems that are core to our business supporting the full spectrum of MI6 operations as well as corporate areas of the organisation. The diverse nature of the enterprise means that our products are built using a variety of different technology architectures. Whether working on data analytics, knowledge systems, clandestine communications or technical operations capabilities, the nature of our work presents unique and fascinating architecture and technical challenges, the likes of which you'll never have seen before. We develop products that provide capability across MI6. Our multi-disciplinary internal delivery teams are made up of architects and engineers who work alongside product owners, business analysts and delivery colleagues to ensure MI6 gets what it needs whilst balancing tactical and strategic goals and objectives. These products are driven and cohered by strategy and enterprise considerations. About you You're an experienced Enterprise Architect, who can blend experience of working across technology domains in data-orientated organisations with a strong understanding of business architecture. We're looking for someone with experience leading teams, setting direction, and mentoring colleagues, someone who has worked in leadership positions within technology, architecture or systems engineering functions. You'll be confident in developing technology portfolios or playing a leading role in digital transformation programmes and you'll have demonstrable experience making trade-offs within a complex delivery portfolio. We're also looking for someone comfortable communicating technical concepts clearly and concisely to non-technical colleagues. Experience in using architecture tools and techniques to deliver business benefit will be key to this role, as is knowledge of multiple architecture and delivery frameworks and experience of embedding such tools and techniques. Finally, we're looking for someone who has a keen interest in technology trends to ensure that your IT knowledge is up to date. Training and development Learning and development are central to our architecture ethos which is why we invest heavily in our people. We'll work with you to understand how you'd like to progress, then create a learning pathway for your individual development. We'll support you to develop and expand both your technical and non-technical skills. And you'll have access to a wide variety of classroom and online learning, as well as our own development programmes, schemes and a range of external bodies. Rewards and benefits You'll receive a starting salary of £89,465 to £100,894 plus other benefits including: 25 days' annual leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days' public and privilege holidays. Investment in learning and development. Interest-free season ticket loan. Cycle to work scheme. Facilities such as a subsidised gym and restaurant, and on-site coffee bars. Paid parental and adoption leave. At MI6 diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website. We're Disability Confident MI6 are proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP's Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. Being Disability Confident, we aim to offer a person-to-person interview to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role. This is our 'Offer of Interview' (OOI). To secure an interview for this vacancy, the essential criteria (in order of application process) are: Previously worked in a senior position within architecture or systems engineering functions. Have experience developing technology portfolios and/or playing a leading role in digital transformation programmes. If you meet the minimum criteria, you will be invited to a Technical Telephone Interview. What to expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: A completed application form. Technical interview via telephone. An assessment centre day which will include, but not limited to, a face-to-face technical scenario-based interview with the hiring team and a HR-based interview. The scenario will be provided prior to the interview. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process in order to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 - 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before You Apply To work at MI6, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. You can read our full eligibility criteria here . This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It's something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. You can find out more about the vetting process here. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can't take any recreational drugs and you'll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. 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Are you looking for a new opportunity as a Senior Technical Analyst, within Infrastructure Services? This is a brilliant opportunity for a Senior Technical Analyst, Infrastructure Services, to join our industry leading client based in the Cheshire area! The role will report into the EMEA/ APAC IT Data Centre/Operations Manager, serving as technical experts and participate in or oversee a variety of analytical and technical assignments that provide for problem diagnosis and solutions documentation, implementation, administration, support, and maintenance of a variety of hardware and software products in an information technology infrastructure environment. The role is broadly split between providing day to day operational support for existing infrastructure services and users of those services, and project-based work leading to the development and deployment of new infrastructure services or EOL activities. The role will also have the following responsibilities: Direct research on potential technology solutions. Keep current with the latest technologies. Practice asset management for IT hardware, software, and equipment. Benchmark, analyse, report on, and make recommendations for the improvement and growth of the Regional IT infrastructure and IT systems. Providing support, monitoring and maintenance of UK Data Centre and other EMEA site infrastructure and services for remote associates. Design, implementation, support, monitoring and maintenance of infrastructure software platforms, including but not limited to client operating systems, networking, messaging, reporting platforms and all other software-based systems. The ideal Senior Technical Analyst, Infrastructure Services, based in the Cheshire area, will have previous experience within a similar role, along with: Strong, proven Cisco networking hands-on skills. Knowledge of Windows client O/S and infrastructure platforms in an enterprise environment to include - O Image deployment O Virtualisation (VMware) O Data Protection (Veeam) O BAU & troubleshooting O MFA configuration O Disk encryption technologies O Patching Knowledge of network environments and concepts such as TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, Active Directory. This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Technical Analyst, Infrastructure Services, based in the Cheshire area, to join a company where you can develop your career and play an integral role within the business to help it grow. APPLY NOW for the Senior Technical Analyst, Infrastructure Services, based in the Cheshire area by sending your CV to (url removed) or call on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed)
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Are you looking for a new opportunity as a Senior Technical Analyst, within Infrastructure Services? This is a brilliant opportunity for a Senior Technical Analyst, Infrastructure Services, to join our industry leading client based in the Cheshire area! The role will report into the EMEA/ APAC IT Data Centre/Operations Manager, serving as technical experts and participate in or oversee a variety of analytical and technical assignments that provide for problem diagnosis and solutions documentation, implementation, administration, support, and maintenance of a variety of hardware and software products in an information technology infrastructure environment. The role is broadly split between providing day to day operational support for existing infrastructure services and users of those services, and project-based work leading to the development and deployment of new infrastructure services or EOL activities. The role will also have the following responsibilities: Direct research on potential technology solutions. Keep current with the latest technologies. Practice asset management for IT hardware, software, and equipment. Benchmark, analyse, report on, and make recommendations for the improvement and growth of the Regional IT infrastructure and IT systems. Providing support, monitoring and maintenance of UK Data Centre and other EMEA site infrastructure and services for remote associates. Design, implementation, support, monitoring and maintenance of infrastructure software platforms, including but not limited to client operating systems, networking, messaging, reporting platforms and all other software-based systems. The ideal Senior Technical Analyst, Infrastructure Services, based in the Cheshire area, will have previous experience within a similar role, along with: Strong, proven Cisco networking hands-on skills. Knowledge of Windows client O/S and infrastructure platforms in an enterprise environment to include - O Image deployment O Virtualisation (VMware) O Data Protection (Veeam) O BAU & troubleshooting O MFA configuration O Disk encryption technologies O Patching Knowledge of network environments and concepts such as TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, Active Directory. This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Technical Analyst, Infrastructure Services, based in the Cheshire area, to join a company where you can develop your career and play an integral role within the business to help it grow. APPLY NOW for the Senior Technical Analyst, Infrastructure Services, based in the Cheshire area by sending your CV to (url removed) or call on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed)
Head of BI - 90K - London (Canary Wharf) - Hybrid Join my clients prestigious finance company, a leader in the financial industry, based in the renowned financial district of Canary Wharf, London. As the Head of Business Intelligence, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our BI strategy and driving the development and implementation of BI solutions that empower our organisation with actionable insights. You will lead a team of BI professionals, collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation, and drive the strategic direction of our BI initiatives to support our business objectives. This role will ideally be a day per week onsite in Canary Wharf. The role: Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for BI initiatives, aligning with business objectives and priorities. Lead and mentor a team of BI Analysts, Developers, and Data Engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Partner with senior leadership and stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into actionable BI requirements and deliverables. Oversee the design, development, and implementation of BI solutions, including data models, ETL processes, and reporting dashboards. Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and reliability of BI data by establishing and enforcing data governance policies and procedures. Drive the adoption of best practices, standards, and methodologies for BI development and delivery. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in BI and analytics, and evaluate new tools and platforms to enhance our BI capabilities Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, or related field; Master's degree preferred. Extensive experience in a leadership role within a BI or analytics team Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Proven track record of driving strategic initiatives, delivering results, and leading high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment. Experience in the finance industry or related sectors is highly desirable. If the above role is of interest and you've got the required experience, apply with your most up to date CV for immediate consideration and interview! Alternatively, if you would like to find out more about the position, reach out to me on (phone number removed) or at (url removed) In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Head of BI - 90K - London (Canary Wharf) - Hybrid Join my clients prestigious finance company, a leader in the financial industry, based in the renowned financial district of Canary Wharf, London. As the Head of Business Intelligence, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our BI strategy and driving the development and implementation of BI solutions that empower our organisation with actionable insights. You will lead a team of BI professionals, collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation, and drive the strategic direction of our BI initiatives to support our business objectives. This role will ideally be a day per week onsite in Canary Wharf. The role: Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for BI initiatives, aligning with business objectives and priorities. Lead and mentor a team of BI Analysts, Developers, and Data Engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Partner with senior leadership and stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into actionable BI requirements and deliverables. Oversee the design, development, and implementation of BI solutions, including data models, ETL processes, and reporting dashboards. Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and reliability of BI data by establishing and enforcing data governance policies and procedures. Drive the adoption of best practices, standards, and methodologies for BI development and delivery. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in BI and analytics, and evaluate new tools and platforms to enhance our BI capabilities Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, or related field; Master's degree preferred. Extensive experience in a leadership role within a BI or analytics team Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Proven track record of driving strategic initiatives, delivering results, and leading high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment. Experience in the finance industry or related sectors is highly desirable. If the above role is of interest and you've got the required experience, apply with your most up to date CV for immediate consideration and interview! Alternatively, if you would like to find out more about the position, reach out to me on (phone number removed) or at (url removed) In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Our client are a leading Multi-channel retailer FTSE250 group based in Northampton and are looking for a Security Architect to join their existing team of Architects - the role is Hybrid with 2 days a week expectation in office, 3 can be from home. Security Architect You will play an integral role in growing the team of architects while demonstrating your leadership values through delegation, motivation and trust. You will not just lead, but you will "do". Their culture is exploring, thinking and doing, and you will live this every single day. Some accountabilities of the role: Domain Architect for the Security Domain, you are ultimately accountable for the as-is and target security architectures for the group, working closely with all stakeholders including technical teams, senior stakeholders and external vendors and partners. DevSecOps Work with the technical teams to embed a DevSecOps culture in the Group Technology and Data function, acting as an evangelist of this approach to bring colleagues at all levels on the journey. Mentor through the adoption of a learning mindset and contribute back to practice and technology teams. Whether you lead team members directly or influence more junior architects through mentorship, coaching and architecture reviews, you will help nurture the next generation of talent. Practice developer Contributing to the evolution of the architecture design process, ensuring it is effective and efficient through maintaining the artefacts, conventions and knowledge sharing Your background A confirmed background in hands on information security with extensive real-world experience of working in an agile product development model as well as large systems integration programs, comfortable in tailoring your ways of working to fit with the delivery approach. You keep on top of the changing security technology landscape, grasp the relevance of emerging trends and help the technology team navigate the constantly shifting threat landscape. You are comfortable rolling up your sleeves, getting involved, breaking down silos, and making security a core part of the delivery teams to enable them to succeed. Experience in leading and inspiring colleagues to accomplish exceptional outcomes while building a nurturing, respectful and supportive culture. What's in it for you? You'll be supported by some fantastic training and development and have the opportunity to learn, grow and develop across the Group. They'll also equip you with a benefits package that grows as you grow with the company: Competitive bonus Car allowance Save-as-you-earn scheme Buy-as-you-earn scheme Contributory pension scheme Colleague discount across a variety of Group businesses A bit about them As the largest distributor of building materials in the UK, they have been helping to build Britain for over 200 years. With over 5 businesses, 16,000 colleagues and more than 1,200 branches, stores and sites around the UK they believe they have the best people and the best place to work. Everyone works hard together to deliver results, but most importantly, have some fun along the way. security analyst architect agile architect architecture risk governance compliance cloud pci dss security agile cyber retail northampton bedford milton keynes rugby bicester oxford hybrid devsecops devsecops information security it process audit security analyst architect agile architect architecture risk governance compliance cloud pci dss security agile cyber retail northampton bedford milton keynes rugby bicester oxford hybrid devsecops devsecops information security it process audit security analyst architect agile architect architecture risk governance compliance cloud pci dss security agile cyber retail northampton bedford milton keynes rugby bicester oxford hybrid devsecops devsecops information security it process audit IT stores retail
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Our client are a leading Multi-channel retailer FTSE250 group based in Northampton and are looking for a Security Architect to join their existing team of Architects - the role is Hybrid with 2 days a week expectation in office, 3 can be from home. Security Architect You will play an integral role in growing the team of architects while demonstrating your leadership values through delegation, motivation and trust. You will not just lead, but you will "do". Their culture is exploring, thinking and doing, and you will live this every single day. Some accountabilities of the role: Domain Architect for the Security Domain, you are ultimately accountable for the as-is and target security architectures for the group, working closely with all stakeholders including technical teams, senior stakeholders and external vendors and partners. DevSecOps Work with the technical teams to embed a DevSecOps culture in the Group Technology and Data function, acting as an evangelist of this approach to bring colleagues at all levels on the journey. Mentor through the adoption of a learning mindset and contribute back to practice and technology teams. Whether you lead team members directly or influence more junior architects through mentorship, coaching and architecture reviews, you will help nurture the next generation of talent. Practice developer Contributing to the evolution of the architecture design process, ensuring it is effective and efficient through maintaining the artefacts, conventions and knowledge sharing Your background A confirmed background in hands on information security with extensive real-world experience of working in an agile product development model as well as large systems integration programs, comfortable in tailoring your ways of working to fit with the delivery approach. You keep on top of the changing security technology landscape, grasp the relevance of emerging trends and help the technology team navigate the constantly shifting threat landscape. You are comfortable rolling up your sleeves, getting involved, breaking down silos, and making security a core part of the delivery teams to enable them to succeed. Experience in leading and inspiring colleagues to accomplish exceptional outcomes while building a nurturing, respectful and supportive culture. What's in it for you? You'll be supported by some fantastic training and development and have the opportunity to learn, grow and develop across the Group. They'll also equip you with a benefits package that grows as you grow with the company: Competitive bonus Car allowance Save-as-you-earn scheme Buy-as-you-earn scheme Contributory pension scheme Colleague discount across a variety of Group businesses A bit about them As the largest distributor of building materials in the UK, they have been helping to build Britain for over 200 years. With over 5 businesses, 16,000 colleagues and more than 1,200 branches, stores and sites around the UK they believe they have the best people and the best place to work. Everyone works hard together to deliver results, but most importantly, have some fun along the way. security analyst architect agile architect architecture risk governance compliance cloud pci dss security agile cyber retail northampton bedford milton keynes rugby bicester oxford hybrid devsecops devsecops information security it process audit security analyst architect agile architect architecture risk governance compliance cloud pci dss security agile cyber retail northampton bedford milton keynes rugby bicester oxford hybrid devsecops devsecops information security it process audit security analyst architect agile architect architecture risk governance compliance cloud pci dss security agile cyber retail northampton bedford milton keynes rugby bicester oxford hybrid devsecops devsecops information security it process audit IT stores retail
IT Infrastructure Manager Main Purpose of the Role: The Infrastructure Manager plays a pivotal role in the day-to-day management of IT systems across a group of companies comprising 30 retail branches, 4 distribution warehouses, and multiple website brands. This role supports the Head of IT in implementing strategic plans and policies to meet the evolving needs of our business. Primary Responsibilities: Assume a leadership role in all infrastructure matters, maintaining a hands-on approach while liaising with suppliers. Ensure high levels of supportability by applying consistent standards and common practices across all sites regarding equipment and configuration. Regularly assess changing needs, research technology trends, and evaluate suppliers, creating proposals for review with the Head of IT. Collaborate with Desktop Support Analyst(s), scheduling work, overseeing deliverables, and providing assistance, including covering 1st/2nd level support when required. Perform hands-on maintenance and configuration of IAAS services via Azure and AWS. Act as an escalation point for infrastructure incidents as needed. Foster relationships with third-party suppliers to guarantee service quality and manage issue resolution. Oversee licensing to maintain optimal levels, ensuring that the organization is neither under-licensed nor over-licensed for any specific product, especially subscription services. Maintain a robust business continuity posture, covering network security and backup procedures. Ensure department documentation is consistently updated, and equipment is properly recorded, protected, and suitable for its intended purpose. Knowledge and Skills: A minimum of 5 years of previous experience in a similar infrastructure-oriented role, ideally within a retail environment. Strong communication skills, with the ability to describe technical issues in non-technical terms to staff members and senior management. Proficiency in Windows server, Office 365, and related services. Hands-on experience with hardware, patch panels, switches, and routers. Knowledge of networking, telephony, printing, and cloud technologies. Possession of a full clean UK driving license and willingness to use one's own vehicle when necessary. Good understanding and/or experience of cloud-based enabling technologies such as firewalls, email systems, web hosting, DNS maintenance, VPN, etc. Established in Didsbury, Connexa Technology Ltd is becoming one of the UK's fastest growing IT and Technology recruitment companies. People. Technology. Connected. Connexa Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
IT Infrastructure Manager Main Purpose of the Role: The Infrastructure Manager plays a pivotal role in the day-to-day management of IT systems across a group of companies comprising 30 retail branches, 4 distribution warehouses, and multiple website brands. This role supports the Head of IT in implementing strategic plans and policies to meet the evolving needs of our business. Primary Responsibilities: Assume a leadership role in all infrastructure matters, maintaining a hands-on approach while liaising with suppliers. Ensure high levels of supportability by applying consistent standards and common practices across all sites regarding equipment and configuration. Regularly assess changing needs, research technology trends, and evaluate suppliers, creating proposals for review with the Head of IT. Collaborate with Desktop Support Analyst(s), scheduling work, overseeing deliverables, and providing assistance, including covering 1st/2nd level support when required. Perform hands-on maintenance and configuration of IAAS services via Azure and AWS. Act as an escalation point for infrastructure incidents as needed. Foster relationships with third-party suppliers to guarantee service quality and manage issue resolution. Oversee licensing to maintain optimal levels, ensuring that the organization is neither under-licensed nor over-licensed for any specific product, especially subscription services. Maintain a robust business continuity posture, covering network security and backup procedures. Ensure department documentation is consistently updated, and equipment is properly recorded, protected, and suitable for its intended purpose. Knowledge and Skills: A minimum of 5 years of previous experience in a similar infrastructure-oriented role, ideally within a retail environment. Strong communication skills, with the ability to describe technical issues in non-technical terms to staff members and senior management. Proficiency in Windows server, Office 365, and related services. Hands-on experience with hardware, patch panels, switches, and routers. Knowledge of networking, telephony, printing, and cloud technologies. Possession of a full clean UK driving license and willingness to use one's own vehicle when necessary. Good understanding and/or experience of cloud-based enabling technologies such as firewalls, email systems, web hosting, DNS maintenance, VPN, etc. Established in Didsbury, Connexa Technology Ltd is becoming one of the UK's fastest growing IT and Technology recruitment companies. People. Technology. Connected. Connexa Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Quantum Advisory have an exciting opportunity for a Pensions Data Analyst to join their team. Location: Cardiff, CF3 0LW (Hybrid Working) Salary: £23K - £35K PA (Depending on Experience) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent About Us: At Quantum Advisory, we're committed to delivering high-quality services while ensuring value for our clients. With offices in Amersham, Birmingham, Cardiff, and London, our team consists of Partners who have previously led actuarial and employee benefit consulting teams at major firms. Additionally, we have welcomed senior appointments from other industry leaders, enhancing our expertise across all locations. With a first-class pedigree and extensive experience, there's little in the realm of pensions work that we haven't undertaken. By investing in talented individuals, robust systems, and fostering proactive solution-based thinking, we aim to provide a premium service to our clients. Pensions Data Analyst - The Role: Working within the financial services industry you will be managing the data that is pivotal to the successful running of pension schemes. As part of the data projects team you will be involved with the management and application of the administration database to assist all aspects of the business. Pensions Data Analyst - Key Responsibilities: Working with teams from across the business, in particular the actuarial and administration teams, you will be instrumental in the ongoing management of this database. Some duties include: - Onboarding new clients - Formatting and loading bulk data sets to the administrative database - Performing ongoing maintenance and quality testing on the data in line with statutory requirements - Updating and maintaining automated calculation and documentation libraries ensuring seamless transition of relevant data from the administration database - Producing both standard and ad hoc data extracts, reports, and statistics for use within data related projects throughout the business Pensions Data Analyst - You: - Strong numerical background with confidence in handling large data sets - Excellent Excel skills; knowledge of defined benefit pensions and SQL advantageous - Thrives in a process-driven environment, demonstrating logical thinking and attention to detail - Ideal for candidates seeking to begin a career focused on data quality and management, or those aiming to advance from a pensions administration background Pensions Data Analyst - Benefits: - Join a close-knit team of skilled, experienced, and passionate professionals - Friendly work environment - Flexible working hours - 24 days of holiday per year with holiday trading option - Volunteering leave - Flexible benefits tailored to personal circumstances - DC pension scheme - Discretionary annual bonus - Structured study and training plan - Opportunities for skill and career development To submit your application for this exciting Pensions Data Analyst opportunity, please click 'Apply' now.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Quantum Advisory have an exciting opportunity for a Pensions Data Analyst to join their team. Location: Cardiff, CF3 0LW (Hybrid Working) Salary: £23K - £35K PA (Depending on Experience) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent About Us: At Quantum Advisory, we're committed to delivering high-quality services while ensuring value for our clients. With offices in Amersham, Birmingham, Cardiff, and London, our team consists of Partners who have previously led actuarial and employee benefit consulting teams at major firms. Additionally, we have welcomed senior appointments from other industry leaders, enhancing our expertise across all locations. With a first-class pedigree and extensive experience, there's little in the realm of pensions work that we haven't undertaken. By investing in talented individuals, robust systems, and fostering proactive solution-based thinking, we aim to provide a premium service to our clients. Pensions Data Analyst - The Role: Working within the financial services industry you will be managing the data that is pivotal to the successful running of pension schemes. As part of the data projects team you will be involved with the management and application of the administration database to assist all aspects of the business. Pensions Data Analyst - Key Responsibilities: Working with teams from across the business, in particular the actuarial and administration teams, you will be instrumental in the ongoing management of this database. Some duties include: - Onboarding new clients - Formatting and loading bulk data sets to the administrative database - Performing ongoing maintenance and quality testing on the data in line with statutory requirements - Updating and maintaining automated calculation and documentation libraries ensuring seamless transition of relevant data from the administration database - Producing both standard and ad hoc data extracts, reports, and statistics for use within data related projects throughout the business Pensions Data Analyst - You: - Strong numerical background with confidence in handling large data sets - Excellent Excel skills; knowledge of defined benefit pensions and SQL advantageous - Thrives in a process-driven environment, demonstrating logical thinking and attention to detail - Ideal for candidates seeking to begin a career focused on data quality and management, or those aiming to advance from a pensions administration background Pensions Data Analyst - Benefits: - Join a close-knit team of skilled, experienced, and passionate professionals - Friendly work environment - Flexible working hours - 24 days of holiday per year with holiday trading option - Volunteering leave - Flexible benefits tailored to personal circumstances - DC pension scheme - Discretionary annual bonus - Structured study and training plan - Opportunities for skill and career development To submit your application for this exciting Pensions Data Analyst opportunity, please click 'Apply' now.
Senior IT Operations Analyst / Technology Operations Analyst / IT Ops Analyst / 3rd line support / Citrix / Azure Disrupt Agency are currently recruiting for an experienced, (Senior) IT Operations Analyst to join this amazing UK based Charity. The IT department are seeking a talented individual with recent and/or relevant IT Operations experience to join this growing team that supports the overall IT Operations excellence including process improvement, simplification/operational efficiency and succession planning. This department will also be integral in supporting various digital transformation and/or IT related change projects. The Senior IT Operations Analyst will be joining at a critical time of IT / technology change and transformation, so we are looking for someone who will be able to work in a complex and fast moving environment/organisation. IT Operations landscape and core duties: The IT department, support 7000 users across 900 locations, comprising of a comprehensive IT infrastructure delivering several line-of-business systems which reach out to all staff. The Senior IT Operations Analyst is a hands-on, supervisory role within a small team, who are responsible for operational excellence across the organisation s IT Infrastructure. The infrastructure comprises physical & virtual servers, backup and disaster recovery solutions, and cloud services. The role is to assist with the support and maintenance of the infrastructure, ensuring that the services and underpinning processes are efficient, effective, and meet agreed service levels while also being mindful of the future in supporting the overall strategy and vision of the organisation and it s employees to deliver the amazing work they do each day. In addition, the role will provide technical expertise and support to a variety of IT projects. You will have input to and support the IT Operations Manager to develop and implement best practice and efficient workflows that are both cost effective for the organisation yet deliver the quality of services that are needed. This is a real opportunity to support and help the IT Operations Manager to shape the organisation s IT Operations Excellence! IT Operations Analyst background/experience: Essentially we are looking for that breadth of experience across IT covering Service and Support. We need applicants to have worked up to 3rd line technical support previously for a minimum of 12 months and also have experience with Citrix PVS and Azure. We don't require you to be an expert but you will have the curiosity, interest and solutions/practical based approach to figuring out challenges to find the answers/solutions. Working with an exceptional and senior team of IT professionals you will be supported, engaged and developed in this role. We are looking for driven and motivated applicants who can think ahead, plan and build robust structured workflows that solve challenges or problems when they arise. Calm, collected and thoughtful with a real and genuine interest in technology and the desire to continuously learn and develop. You will ideally have achieved a recognised academic qualification (Degree or equivalent ), professional training and/or be able to showcase the relevant practical expertise gained through working in a similar position previously. You will understand the challenges experienced within IT Operations and how to support and drive efficiency within the current IT operations workflows. ITIL Training and/or experience of working within an ITIL environment will also be nice to have but not essential. IT Operations IT Landscape overview Server based computing (VDI) Skills/Experience VDI Infrastructure knowledge(Citrix, Azure Virtual desktop) VMware • Active Directory Networking protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, & WINS Cloud technology Azure
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Senior IT Operations Analyst / Technology Operations Analyst / IT Ops Analyst / 3rd line support / Citrix / Azure Disrupt Agency are currently recruiting for an experienced, (Senior) IT Operations Analyst to join this amazing UK based Charity. The IT department are seeking a talented individual with recent and/or relevant IT Operations experience to join this growing team that supports the overall IT Operations excellence including process improvement, simplification/operational efficiency and succession planning. This department will also be integral in supporting various digital transformation and/or IT related change projects. The Senior IT Operations Analyst will be joining at a critical time of IT / technology change and transformation, so we are looking for someone who will be able to work in a complex and fast moving environment/organisation. IT Operations landscape and core duties: The IT department, support 7000 users across 900 locations, comprising of a comprehensive IT infrastructure delivering several line-of-business systems which reach out to all staff. The Senior IT Operations Analyst is a hands-on, supervisory role within a small team, who are responsible for operational excellence across the organisation s IT Infrastructure. The infrastructure comprises physical & virtual servers, backup and disaster recovery solutions, and cloud services. The role is to assist with the support and maintenance of the infrastructure, ensuring that the services and underpinning processes are efficient, effective, and meet agreed service levels while also being mindful of the future in supporting the overall strategy and vision of the organisation and it s employees to deliver the amazing work they do each day. In addition, the role will provide technical expertise and support to a variety of IT projects. You will have input to and support the IT Operations Manager to develop and implement best practice and efficient workflows that are both cost effective for the organisation yet deliver the quality of services that are needed. This is a real opportunity to support and help the IT Operations Manager to shape the organisation s IT Operations Excellence! IT Operations Analyst background/experience: Essentially we are looking for that breadth of experience across IT covering Service and Support. We need applicants to have worked up to 3rd line technical support previously for a minimum of 12 months and also have experience with Citrix PVS and Azure. We don't require you to be an expert but you will have the curiosity, interest and solutions/practical based approach to figuring out challenges to find the answers/solutions. Working with an exceptional and senior team of IT professionals you will be supported, engaged and developed in this role. We are looking for driven and motivated applicants who can think ahead, plan and build robust structured workflows that solve challenges or problems when they arise. Calm, collected and thoughtful with a real and genuine interest in technology and the desire to continuously learn and develop. You will ideally have achieved a recognised academic qualification (Degree or equivalent ), professional training and/or be able to showcase the relevant practical expertise gained through working in a similar position previously. You will understand the challenges experienced within IT Operations and how to support and drive efficiency within the current IT operations workflows. ITIL Training and/or experience of working within an ITIL environment will also be nice to have but not essential. IT Operations IT Landscape overview Server based computing (VDI) Skills/Experience VDI Infrastructure knowledge(Citrix, Azure Virtual desktop) VMware • Active Directory Networking protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, & WINS Cloud technology Azure
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Swansea, West Glamorgan
Are you looking to start a career as a Business Analyst (BA) and need tailored recruitment support and the right qualifications to secure your career? A business analyst is a problem solver who for example investigates an issue or area of weakness within an organisation, analyses solutions and helps facilitate the change that is needed. If you enjoy problem solving and analysing, have good admin skills and communicate well, then a career in this rewarding sector will suit you. Demand for junior business analysts continues to soar as organisations need to evolve and stay competitive in an everchanging world. We specialise in placing candidates in the business analysis, change management and project management sectors that have qualified through our business analysis study and placement program. Please note we will be looking to place you in an entry level role so this programme is not aimed at existing Business Analysts. In addition to a new career, you gain a minimum of 4 new internationally recognised qualifications while being fully supported by a team of tutors, mentors, and your own recruitment consultant. The team works with you until you are qualified and placed. Below are salaries in this sector starting at lower-level positions: Administrator/Support: £26,000 Junior Business Analyst: £30,000 Change Analyst: £35,000 Systems Analyst: £40,000 Business Analyst: £50,000 Senior Business Analyst: £60,000 Using our experience in providing UK and internationally accredited Business Analysis training online and through our expert recruitment consultants, we provide a seamless journey and often fast-tracked route into a new career in the BA sector. How do we do this? 1. Firstly, we place you on a training program which contains the most relevant industry recognised certification courses needed in the industry like the BCS Business Analysis Foundation Course. You can also opt to study the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis to take your studies a step further. 2. Once you have passed the 4 required exams you will be handed over to our recruitment team who will provide you with a professional CV and LinkedIn review, interview support, career advice and tailored support like mock interviews. 3. Our consultants work with you to identify the best opportunities available suited to you. Their tailored support helps you to prepare for interviews and perform at your best. Typically, you will start in a junior business analyst, junior analyst or a support/admin role in this sector. Business Analysts work closely with Project Managers and Change Managers and opportunities in these areas also exist which broadens the net in these sister sectors. To accommodate candidates, the training element of this package is available on finance terms to easily spread the cost of investing in your career. This enables you to get qualified without having to fund all the training costs upfront. In addition, we are so confident in our success with placing qualified candidates that we will refund the cost of the courses to anyone we are unable to place within 12 months of passing their required exams subject to our terms. To get your journey started, enquire now and one of our experienced Course and Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours to answer any questions that you may have and to assist you in taking the first step toward your new career aspirations. We understand this is an important and life changing decision and will provide you with all the information to make an informed decision. Our team looks forward to your enquiry and helping you start a new and financially rewarding career.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Are you looking to start a career as a Business Analyst (BA) and need tailored recruitment support and the right qualifications to secure your career? A business analyst is a problem solver who for example investigates an issue or area of weakness within an organisation, analyses solutions and helps facilitate the change that is needed. If you enjoy problem solving and analysing, have good admin skills and communicate well, then a career in this rewarding sector will suit you. Demand for junior business analysts continues to soar as organisations need to evolve and stay competitive in an everchanging world. We specialise in placing candidates in the business analysis, change management and project management sectors that have qualified through our business analysis study and placement program. Please note we will be looking to place you in an entry level role so this programme is not aimed at existing Business Analysts. In addition to a new career, you gain a minimum of 4 new internationally recognised qualifications while being fully supported by a team of tutors, mentors, and your own recruitment consultant. The team works with you until you are qualified and placed. Below are salaries in this sector starting at lower-level positions: Administrator/Support: £26,000 Junior Business Analyst: £30,000 Change Analyst: £35,000 Systems Analyst: £40,000 Business Analyst: £50,000 Senior Business Analyst: £60,000 Using our experience in providing UK and internationally accredited Business Analysis training online and through our expert recruitment consultants, we provide a seamless journey and often fast-tracked route into a new career in the BA sector. How do we do this? 1. Firstly, we place you on a training program which contains the most relevant industry recognised certification courses needed in the industry like the BCS Business Analysis Foundation Course. You can also opt to study the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis to take your studies a step further. 2. Once you have passed the 4 required exams you will be handed over to our recruitment team who will provide you with a professional CV and LinkedIn review, interview support, career advice and tailored support like mock interviews. 3. Our consultants work with you to identify the best opportunities available suited to you. Their tailored support helps you to prepare for interviews and perform at your best. Typically, you will start in a junior business analyst, junior analyst or a support/admin role in this sector. Business Analysts work closely with Project Managers and Change Managers and opportunities in these areas also exist which broadens the net in these sister sectors. To accommodate candidates, the training element of this package is available on finance terms to easily spread the cost of investing in your career. This enables you to get qualified without having to fund all the training costs upfront. In addition, we are so confident in our success with placing qualified candidates that we will refund the cost of the courses to anyone we are unable to place within 12 months of passing their required exams subject to our terms. To get your journey started, enquire now and one of our experienced Course and Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours to answer any questions that you may have and to assist you in taking the first step toward your new career aspirations. We understand this is an important and life changing decision and will provide you with all the information to make an informed decision. Our team looks forward to your enquiry and helping you start a new and financially rewarding career.
Are you looking to start a career as a Business Analyst (BA) and need tailored recruitment support and the right qualifications to secure your career? A business analyst is a problem solver who for example investigates an issue or area of weakness within an organisation, analyses solutions and helps facilitate the change that is needed. If you enjoy problem solving and analysing, have good admin skills and communicate well, then a career in this rewarding sector will suit you. Demand for junior business analysts continues to soar as organisations need to evolve and stay competitive in an everchanging world. We specialise in placing candidates in the business analysis, change management and project management sectors that have qualified through our business analysis study and placement program. Please note we will be looking to place you in an entry level role so this programme is not aimed at existing Business Analysts. In addition to a new career, you gain a minimum of 4 new internationally recognised qualifications while being fully supported by a team of tutors, mentors, and your own recruitment consultant. The team works with you until you are qualified and placed. Below are salaries in this sector starting at lower-level positions: Administrator/Support: £26,000 Junior Business Analyst: £30,000 Change Analyst: £35,000 Systems Analyst: £40,000 Business Analyst: £50,000 Senior Business Analyst: £60,000 Using our experience in providing UK and internationally accredited Business Analysis training online and through our expert recruitment consultants, we provide a seamless journey and often fast-tracked route into a new career in the BA sector. How do we do this? 1. Firstly, we place you on a training program which contains the most relevant industry recognised certification courses needed in the industry like the BCS Business Analysis Foundation Course. You can also opt to study the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis to take your studies a step further. 2. Once you have passed the 4 required exams you will be handed over to our recruitment team who will provide you with a professional CV and LinkedIn review, interview support, career advice and tailored support like mock interviews. 3. Our consultants work with you to identify the best opportunities available suited to you. Their tailored support helps you to prepare for interviews and perform at your best. Typically, you will start in a junior business analyst, junior analyst or a support/admin role in this sector. Business Analysts work closely with Project Managers and Change Managers and opportunities in these areas also exist which broadens the net in these sister sectors. To accommodate candidates, the training element of this package is available on finance terms to easily spread the cost of investing in your career. This enables you to get qualified without having to fund all the training costs upfront. In addition, we are so confident in our success with placing qualified candidates that we will refund the cost of the courses to anyone we are unable to place within 12 months of passing their required exams subject to our terms. To get your journey started, enquire now and one of our experienced Course and Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours to answer any questions that you may have and to assist you in taking the first step toward your new career aspirations. We understand this is an important and life changing decision and will provide you with all the information to make an informed decision. Our team looks forward to your enquiry and helping you start a new and financially rewarding career.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Are you looking to start a career as a Business Analyst (BA) and need tailored recruitment support and the right qualifications to secure your career? A business analyst is a problem solver who for example investigates an issue or area of weakness within an organisation, analyses solutions and helps facilitate the change that is needed. If you enjoy problem solving and analysing, have good admin skills and communicate well, then a career in this rewarding sector will suit you. Demand for junior business analysts continues to soar as organisations need to evolve and stay competitive in an everchanging world. We specialise in placing candidates in the business analysis, change management and project management sectors that have qualified through our business analysis study and placement program. Please note we will be looking to place you in an entry level role so this programme is not aimed at existing Business Analysts. In addition to a new career, you gain a minimum of 4 new internationally recognised qualifications while being fully supported by a team of tutors, mentors, and your own recruitment consultant. The team works with you until you are qualified and placed. Below are salaries in this sector starting at lower-level positions: Administrator/Support: £26,000 Junior Business Analyst: £30,000 Change Analyst: £35,000 Systems Analyst: £40,000 Business Analyst: £50,000 Senior Business Analyst: £60,000 Using our experience in providing UK and internationally accredited Business Analysis training online and through our expert recruitment consultants, we provide a seamless journey and often fast-tracked route into a new career in the BA sector. How do we do this? 1. Firstly, we place you on a training program which contains the most relevant industry recognised certification courses needed in the industry like the BCS Business Analysis Foundation Course. You can also opt to study the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis to take your studies a step further. 2. Once you have passed the 4 required exams you will be handed over to our recruitment team who will provide you with a professional CV and LinkedIn review, interview support, career advice and tailored support like mock interviews. 3. Our consultants work with you to identify the best opportunities available suited to you. Their tailored support helps you to prepare for interviews and perform at your best. Typically, you will start in a junior business analyst, junior analyst or a support/admin role in this sector. Business Analysts work closely with Project Managers and Change Managers and opportunities in these areas also exist which broadens the net in these sister sectors. To accommodate candidates, the training element of this package is available on finance terms to easily spread the cost of investing in your career. This enables you to get qualified without having to fund all the training costs upfront. In addition, we are so confident in our success with placing qualified candidates that we will refund the cost of the courses to anyone we are unable to place within 12 months of passing their required exams subject to our terms. To get your journey started, enquire now and one of our experienced Course and Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours to answer any questions that you may have and to assist you in taking the first step toward your new career aspirations. We understand this is an important and life changing decision and will provide you with all the information to make an informed decision. Our team looks forward to your enquiry and helping you start a new and financially rewarding career.
Senior Data Analyst Are you an accomplished Data Analyst seeking a new challenge? Profectus are have partnered with a global tech powerhouse facilitating millions of transactions daily and serving the specific industry they operate in.They are seeking a Senior Data Analyst; In this position, you will leverage your technical skills and analytical prowess to generate insights, forecasts, and market intelligence, contributing directly to strategic decision-making processes. Responsibilities: Analyze complex data sets to derive actionable insights and produce comprehensive reports. Develop and manage data collection systems utilizing advanced tools and techniques. Identify trends and patterns to inform strategic business initiatives. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to prioritize project requirements and deliverables. Utilize data visualization tools to effectively communicate findings to diverse audiences. Foster collaboration with development teams to enhance reporting capabilities and systems. Desired Skills & Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years' experience in data analysis, preferably within the technology or SaaS sector. Proficiency in Python, MySQL, and other relevant tools for data manipulation and analysis. Experience using PowerBI, Google Sheets and Google Data Studios. Strong understanding of statistical methods and exploratory data analysis techniques. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field. Master's degree in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, or equivalent preferred. Passion for data analysis and its potential to drive meaningful business outcomes. Apply Now! Submit your application today, We look forward to helping you achieve your career goals!
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Senior Data Analyst Are you an accomplished Data Analyst seeking a new challenge? Profectus are have partnered with a global tech powerhouse facilitating millions of transactions daily and serving the specific industry they operate in.They are seeking a Senior Data Analyst; In this position, you will leverage your technical skills and analytical prowess to generate insights, forecasts, and market intelligence, contributing directly to strategic decision-making processes. Responsibilities: Analyze complex data sets to derive actionable insights and produce comprehensive reports. Develop and manage data collection systems utilizing advanced tools and techniques. Identify trends and patterns to inform strategic business initiatives. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to prioritize project requirements and deliverables. Utilize data visualization tools to effectively communicate findings to diverse audiences. Foster collaboration with development teams to enhance reporting capabilities and systems. Desired Skills & Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years' experience in data analysis, preferably within the technology or SaaS sector. Proficiency in Python, MySQL, and other relevant tools for data manipulation and analysis. Experience using PowerBI, Google Sheets and Google Data Studios. Strong understanding of statistical methods and exploratory data analysis techniques. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field. Master's degree in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, or equivalent preferred. Passion for data analysis and its potential to drive meaningful business outcomes. Apply Now! Submit your application today, We look forward to helping you achieve your career goals!
Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) - Here at Talos360! - £40,000-£45,000 +Benefits + Hybrid Working Over the past ten years, Talos360 has firmly established itself as a market leader in talent software solutions and online recruitment media with our innovations in the HR software space, Talos ATS & Talos Engage solving todays talent challenges. We support over 600 companies UK wide and are growing quickly. We are a SaaS technology business, with massive growth plans and investment. We need people who are passionate, problem-solvers who are excited by technology and innovation, and not afraid to wander off the beaten track in search of novel ideas. Do you want to be a part of solving challenging problems? If so, then we will be interested in talking to you about joining our industry leading technical team to help us create our cutting-edge systems. All our roles are hybrid with the need to only come into the office 1 day a week giving you a great work life balance! We now have a brand new vacancy for a Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) to work with our software development team to provide quality assurance in an agile development environment to execute all levels of QA tests including system, integrations and regression. You will be responsible for leading us into Automation Testing. As our new Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) you will be responsible on a day-to-day basis for: Creating and designing automated testing scripts using behaviour driven development (BDD) methodology Define test methods and create test plans for updated software project to determine whether the software will perform accurately and reliability, according to documented requirements Create and verify defects as necessary Review user stories specifications and design documents and provide exceptions criteria Non-functional testing using JMeter To be a good fit for us here at Talos, as well as having a great personality you should have previous Test Automation experience. Ideally as our new Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) you will also have experience of most of the following: Demonstrable experience as an automation tester Full understanding of the testing lifecycle & methodologies Excellent communication skills Knowledge of Scrum / Agile working practices Experience with C#, Javascript and SQL Knowledge of Selenium WebDriver, Gherkin using SpecFlow, CI Tools e.g. TeamCity and Dev Ops Desirable but not essential - ISTQB Certification/Qualification If you have a background as a Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) and are passionate about Technology and working for a an awesome company with top remuneration then this could be ideal for you. Please apply now for an immediate interview.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) - Here at Talos360! - £40,000-£45,000 +Benefits + Hybrid Working Over the past ten years, Talos360 has firmly established itself as a market leader in talent software solutions and online recruitment media with our innovations in the HR software space, Talos ATS & Talos Engage solving todays talent challenges. We support over 600 companies UK wide and are growing quickly. We are a SaaS technology business, with massive growth plans and investment. We need people who are passionate, problem-solvers who are excited by technology and innovation, and not afraid to wander off the beaten track in search of novel ideas. Do you want to be a part of solving challenging problems? If so, then we will be interested in talking to you about joining our industry leading technical team to help us create our cutting-edge systems. All our roles are hybrid with the need to only come into the office 1 day a week giving you a great work life balance! We now have a brand new vacancy for a Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) to work with our software development team to provide quality assurance in an agile development environment to execute all levels of QA tests including system, integrations and regression. You will be responsible for leading us into Automation Testing. As our new Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) you will be responsible on a day-to-day basis for: Creating and designing automated testing scripts using behaviour driven development (BDD) methodology Define test methods and create test plans for updated software project to determine whether the software will perform accurately and reliability, according to documented requirements Create and verify defects as necessary Review user stories specifications and design documents and provide exceptions criteria Non-functional testing using JMeter To be a good fit for us here at Talos, as well as having a great personality you should have previous Test Automation experience. Ideally as our new Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) you will also have experience of most of the following: Demonstrable experience as an automation tester Full understanding of the testing lifecycle & methodologies Excellent communication skills Knowledge of Scrum / Agile working practices Experience with C#, Javascript and SQL Knowledge of Selenium WebDriver, Gherkin using SpecFlow, CI Tools e.g. TeamCity and Dev Ops Desirable but not essential - ISTQB Certification/Qualification If you have a background as a Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) and are passionate about Technology and working for a an awesome company with top remuneration then this could be ideal for you. Please apply now for an immediate interview.
Senior Data Developer Ashford/Kent - role requires 4 days on site 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 have Full Stack Development experience, Angular, .NET and Cosmos VB experience. 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.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Senior Data Developer Ashford/Kent - role requires 4 days on site 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 have Full Stack Development experience, Angular, .NET and Cosmos VB experience. 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.
Alexander Mann Solutions - Public Sector Resourcing
City, London
Swift Configuration Analyst - (Inside IR35) Contract Term: 6 Months Contracting Authority: Bank of England Location: London - Hybrid Description: We are seeking an experienced senior configuration analyst to join the Financial Messaging Services team (FMS) within the Digital Platforms division of Technology. FMS support and configure third party applications and hardware, primarily products provided by SWIFT. The successful candidate should have extensive previous experience of configuring and supporting SWIFT products. Summary of the Team/Division Technology manage and support all aspect of technology delivery across the Bank, from maintaining critical systems which underpin the UK economy, to providing complex data analytics, implementing comprehensive cyber security programmes, and introducing innovative solutions in support of a digital workplace. Technology's key objective is to support all other areas of the Bank in achieving our collective mission to promote the good of the people of the UK by maintaining monetary and financial stability. This is achieved through the delivery of appropriate, high performing, resilient solutions and information services across the organisation and externally. The Digital Platforms division develops and maintains our IT applications and infrastructure, working with Architecture, Analysis and Consultancy to translate requirements and high-level outline solutions into new and enhanced services. Digital Platforms also provides on-going maintenance and support across our IT estate to ensure that we continually deliver great service to our customers. Within Digital Platforms, Financial Systems Solutions (FSS) develops and supports a number of the Bank's critical services. Within FSS itself, FMS support a number of key third party applications and some hardware associated with the Bank of England financial messaging services. The team's primary focus is on the support and configuration of SWIFT products plus a small number of other applications which interact with SWIFT messages. The Bank uses SWIFT for a number of key services within the Banking, Payments and Innovation directorate. As the Operator of the UK Real-Time Gross Settlement System (RTGS), the reliance on SWIFT is paramount. Detailed Description of the Role : We are seeking an experienced senior configuration analyst to join the Financial Messaging Services team. From a service perspective, the team are responsible for maintaining and supporting the Bank's SWIFT product estate which underpin critical financial services within the Banking, Payments and Financial Resilience directorate. Key areas of responsibility are: Technica l Display an ability to provide technical leadership for the development and support of SWIFT services Use your technical and business experience to support the Bank's production and UAT financial messaging systems. Provide daily support of the Bank's operational Live and UAT financial messaging systems; monitoring performance and ensure full and rapid problem resolution. Provide out of hours support, including Bank holidays. Deliver high quality software components and documentation which conform to FMS guidelines and standards. Coordinate operational activity for a set of systems/services. This will include (but is not limited to) failover and backup tests, pen test response/remediation, audit actions, risk and threat registers and security reviews. Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to incidents, requests and problems (as defined by ITIL) Triage calls as they arrive, making initial assessments around impact and urgency to derive priority Proactively manage major/significant IT incidents. Service Improvement Proactively seek out system improvements that result in a reduction in support calls Implement process changes that improve the service delivered to the business Identify improvements that result in increased team performance against Technology's SLA Empower first line colleagues and the business to be able to resolve incidents and requests earlier in the lifecycle Team Working Engage with multiple stakeholders both internally and externally Ensure team standards and processes are adhered to Proactively contribute and update system/process documentation Consistently demonstrate Bank values in day to day work, namely being: collaborative, inclusive, empowering, decisive and open Adopt the Service First culture The ideal candidate will have: Demonstrable specialist experience of the following SWIFT products Alliance Connect Alliance Gateway Alliance Web Platform SWIFT Alliance Messaging Hub HSM Transaction Delivery Agent An ability to engage confidently and effectively with senior stakeholders, both business and technical The ability to create concise, informative technical documentation The ability to identify and escalate risks in the interests of protecting Live service/systems Have an understanding of good team practice and the ability to work with others sharing. Have the ability to form and maintain trusting relationships with business colleagues and demonstrate an understanding of business processes. The following skills and competencies are desirable for this role (although they could be learnt on the job): Demonstrable technical experience with the following products SWIFT Alliance Access SWIFT Security Officer and O2M IBM MQ Client Both Windows and Linux operating systems
Apr 19, 2024
Contractor
Swift Configuration Analyst - (Inside IR35) Contract Term: 6 Months Contracting Authority: Bank of England Location: London - Hybrid Description: We are seeking an experienced senior configuration analyst to join the Financial Messaging Services team (FMS) within the Digital Platforms division of Technology. FMS support and configure third party applications and hardware, primarily products provided by SWIFT. The successful candidate should have extensive previous experience of configuring and supporting SWIFT products. Summary of the Team/Division Technology manage and support all aspect of technology delivery across the Bank, from maintaining critical systems which underpin the UK economy, to providing complex data analytics, implementing comprehensive cyber security programmes, and introducing innovative solutions in support of a digital workplace. Technology's key objective is to support all other areas of the Bank in achieving our collective mission to promote the good of the people of the UK by maintaining monetary and financial stability. This is achieved through the delivery of appropriate, high performing, resilient solutions and information services across the organisation and externally. The Digital Platforms division develops and maintains our IT applications and infrastructure, working with Architecture, Analysis and Consultancy to translate requirements and high-level outline solutions into new and enhanced services. Digital Platforms also provides on-going maintenance and support across our IT estate to ensure that we continually deliver great service to our customers. Within Digital Platforms, Financial Systems Solutions (FSS) develops and supports a number of the Bank's critical services. Within FSS itself, FMS support a number of key third party applications and some hardware associated with the Bank of England financial messaging services. The team's primary focus is on the support and configuration of SWIFT products plus a small number of other applications which interact with SWIFT messages. The Bank uses SWIFT for a number of key services within the Banking, Payments and Innovation directorate. As the Operator of the UK Real-Time Gross Settlement System (RTGS), the reliance on SWIFT is paramount. Detailed Description of the Role : We are seeking an experienced senior configuration analyst to join the Financial Messaging Services team. From a service perspective, the team are responsible for maintaining and supporting the Bank's SWIFT product estate which underpin critical financial services within the Banking, Payments and Financial Resilience directorate. Key areas of responsibility are: Technica l Display an ability to provide technical leadership for the development and support of SWIFT services Use your technical and business experience to support the Bank's production and UAT financial messaging systems. Provide daily support of the Bank's operational Live and UAT financial messaging systems; monitoring performance and ensure full and rapid problem resolution. Provide out of hours support, including Bank holidays. Deliver high quality software components and documentation which conform to FMS guidelines and standards. Coordinate operational activity for a set of systems/services. This will include (but is not limited to) failover and backup tests, pen test response/remediation, audit actions, risk and threat registers and security reviews. Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to incidents, requests and problems (as defined by ITIL) Triage calls as they arrive, making initial assessments around impact and urgency to derive priority Proactively manage major/significant IT incidents. Service Improvement Proactively seek out system improvements that result in a reduction in support calls Implement process changes that improve the service delivered to the business Identify improvements that result in increased team performance against Technology's SLA Empower first line colleagues and the business to be able to resolve incidents and requests earlier in the lifecycle Team Working Engage with multiple stakeholders both internally and externally Ensure team standards and processes are adhered to Proactively contribute and update system/process documentation Consistently demonstrate Bank values in day to day work, namely being: collaborative, inclusive, empowering, decisive and open Adopt the Service First culture The ideal candidate will have: Demonstrable specialist experience of the following SWIFT products Alliance Connect Alliance Gateway Alliance Web Platform SWIFT Alliance Messaging Hub HSM Transaction Delivery Agent An ability to engage confidently and effectively with senior stakeholders, both business and technical The ability to create concise, informative technical documentation The ability to identify and escalate risks in the interests of protecting Live service/systems Have an understanding of good team practice and the ability to work with others sharing. Have the ability to form and maintain trusting relationships with business colleagues and demonstrate an understanding of business processes. The following skills and competencies are desirable for this role (although they could be learnt on the job): Demonstrable technical experience with the following products SWIFT Alliance Access SWIFT Security Officer and O2M IBM MQ Client Both Windows and Linux operating systems
Unleash Your Cybersecurity Potential as a Senior SOC Analyst! Embark on an Extraordinary Journey: Position: Team Leader SOC Analyst Contract: Outside IR35 Shifts: Monday - Friday 9-5 Location: Birmingham Onsite Must Hold Active Security Clearance Why Take the Plunge: Are you ready to transcend the ordinary and become a leading force in cybersecurity? Prepare yourself for a role that surpasses expectations! Imagine a dynamic 24/7 shift schedule offering unparalleled flexibility and a thrilling on-site experience in the bustling heart of Birmingham. But that's just the beginning of what awaits! What's in Store for You: Cutting-Edge Technological Playground: Delve into LogRhythm, Splunk, Darktrace (Threat Visualizer), and FireEye (EX, NX, HX, CMS) - platforms where your expertise shines brightest. Mastering Networks: Navigate the OSI Reference Model and engage with various network communication protocols with finesse. Unleash Action: Dive deep into incident response, log analysis, and PCAP analysis - your canvas for showcasing cybersecurity excellence. Digital Sleuth: Investigate Windows/Linux systems, uncovering signs of compromise with your digital magnifying glass. Communication Virtuoso: Translate cybersecurity risks into language that resonates with business objectives. Incident Commander: Lead security incidents with strategic finesse, providing user-centric updates along the way. Guardian of Cyber Realms: Implement Defensive Cyber-attack methodologies and frameworks, safeguarding digital territories with your toolkit. Scripting Expertise: Elevate your game with foundational scripting knowledge, adding an extra layer of brilliance to your arsenal. SOC Mastery: Your journey through Security Operations Centers or as a security analyst equips you to handle incidents across a spectrum of tools. Why Choose Us? Continuous Learning Environment: Elevate your skills in an ecosystem that thrives on constant growth and development. Talented Team Collaboration: Work alongside a diverse and highly skilled cohort, fostering innovation and creativity. Cutting-Edge Challenges: Tackle the latest security challenges head-on, equipped with the most advanced technology available.
Apr 19, 2024
Contractor
Unleash Your Cybersecurity Potential as a Senior SOC Analyst! Embark on an Extraordinary Journey: Position: Team Leader SOC Analyst Contract: Outside IR35 Shifts: Monday - Friday 9-5 Location: Birmingham Onsite Must Hold Active Security Clearance Why Take the Plunge: Are you ready to transcend the ordinary and become a leading force in cybersecurity? Prepare yourself for a role that surpasses expectations! Imagine a dynamic 24/7 shift schedule offering unparalleled flexibility and a thrilling on-site experience in the bustling heart of Birmingham. But that's just the beginning of what awaits! What's in Store for You: Cutting-Edge Technological Playground: Delve into LogRhythm, Splunk, Darktrace (Threat Visualizer), and FireEye (EX, NX, HX, CMS) - platforms where your expertise shines brightest. Mastering Networks: Navigate the OSI Reference Model and engage with various network communication protocols with finesse. Unleash Action: Dive deep into incident response, log analysis, and PCAP analysis - your canvas for showcasing cybersecurity excellence. Digital Sleuth: Investigate Windows/Linux systems, uncovering signs of compromise with your digital magnifying glass. Communication Virtuoso: Translate cybersecurity risks into language that resonates with business objectives. Incident Commander: Lead security incidents with strategic finesse, providing user-centric updates along the way. Guardian of Cyber Realms: Implement Defensive Cyber-attack methodologies and frameworks, safeguarding digital territories with your toolkit. Scripting Expertise: Elevate your game with foundational scripting knowledge, adding an extra layer of brilliance to your arsenal. SOC Mastery: Your journey through Security Operations Centers or as a security analyst equips you to handle incidents across a spectrum of tools. Why Choose Us? Continuous Learning Environment: Elevate your skills in an ecosystem that thrives on constant growth and development. Talented Team Collaboration: Work alongside a diverse and highly skilled cohort, fostering innovation and creativity. Cutting-Edge Challenges: Tackle the latest security challenges head-on, equipped with the most advanced technology available.
Unleash Your Cybersecurity Potential as a Senior SOC Analyst! Embark on an Extraordinary Journey: Position: Team Leader SOC Analyst Contract: Outside IR35 Shifts: Monday - Friday 9-5 Location: Birmingham Onsite Must Hold Active Security Clearance Why Take the Plunge: Are you ready to transcend the ordinary and become a leading force in cybersecurity? Prepare yourself for a role that surpasses expectations! Imagine a dynamic 24/7 shift schedule offering unparalleled flexibility and a thrilling on-site experience in the bustling heart of Birmingham. But that's just the beginning of what awaits! What's in Store for You: Cutting-Edge Technological Playground: Delve into LogRhythm, Splunk, Darktrace (Threat Visualizer), and FireEye (EX, NX, HX, CMS) - platforms where your expertise shines brightest. Mastering Networks: Navigate the OSI Reference Model and engage with various network communication protocols with finesse. Unleash Action: Dive deep into incident response, log analysis, and PCAP analysis - your canvas for showcasing cybersecurity excellence. Digital Sleuth: Investigate Windows/Linux systems, uncovering signs of compromise with your digital magnifying glass. Communication Virtuoso: Translate cybersecurity risks into language that resonates with business objectives. Incident Commander: Lead security incidents with strategic finesse, providing user-centric updates along the way. Guardian of Cyber Realms: Implement Defensive Cyber-attack methodologies and frameworks, safeguarding digital territories with your toolkit. Scripting Expertise: Elevate your game with foundational Scripting knowledge, adding an extra layer of brilliance to your arsenal. SOC Mastery: Your journey through Security Operations Centers or as a security analyst equips you to handle incidents across a spectrum of tools. Why Choose Us? Continuous Learning Environment: Elevate your skills in an ecosystem that thrives on constant growth and development. Talented Team Collaboration: Work alongside a diverse and highly skilled cohort, fostering innovation and creativity. Cutting-Edge Challenges: Tackle the latest security challenges head-on, equipped with the most advanced technology available.
Apr 19, 2024
Contractor
Unleash Your Cybersecurity Potential as a Senior SOC Analyst! Embark on an Extraordinary Journey: Position: Team Leader SOC Analyst Contract: Outside IR35 Shifts: Monday - Friday 9-5 Location: Birmingham Onsite Must Hold Active Security Clearance Why Take the Plunge: Are you ready to transcend the ordinary and become a leading force in cybersecurity? Prepare yourself for a role that surpasses expectations! Imagine a dynamic 24/7 shift schedule offering unparalleled flexibility and a thrilling on-site experience in the bustling heart of Birmingham. But that's just the beginning of what awaits! What's in Store for You: Cutting-Edge Technological Playground: Delve into LogRhythm, Splunk, Darktrace (Threat Visualizer), and FireEye (EX, NX, HX, CMS) - platforms where your expertise shines brightest. Mastering Networks: Navigate the OSI Reference Model and engage with various network communication protocols with finesse. Unleash Action: Dive deep into incident response, log analysis, and PCAP analysis - your canvas for showcasing cybersecurity excellence. Digital Sleuth: Investigate Windows/Linux systems, uncovering signs of compromise with your digital magnifying glass. Communication Virtuoso: Translate cybersecurity risks into language that resonates with business objectives. Incident Commander: Lead security incidents with strategic finesse, providing user-centric updates along the way. Guardian of Cyber Realms: Implement Defensive Cyber-attack methodologies and frameworks, safeguarding digital territories with your toolkit. Scripting Expertise: Elevate your game with foundational Scripting knowledge, adding an extra layer of brilliance to your arsenal. SOC Mastery: Your journey through Security Operations Centers or as a security analyst equips you to handle incidents across a spectrum of tools. Why Choose Us? Continuous Learning Environment: Elevate your skills in an ecosystem that thrives on constant growth and development. Talented Team Collaboration: Work alongside a diverse and highly skilled cohort, fostering innovation and creativity. Cutting-Edge Challenges: Tackle the latest security challenges head-on, equipped with the most advanced technology available.
Crisis24, a GardaWorld company, is widely regarded as the leading integrated risk management, crisis response, consulting, and global protective solutions firm, serving the world's most influential people, disruptive brands, and prominent organizations. Championed by our advanced Global Operation Centers and our skilled team of intelligence analysts, we offer highly specialized services, security and consulting, with the technology and AI to power it all across the globe. At Crisis24, we go beyond mere employment; we pave the way to a realm where your skills become instrumental in shaping global security, guiding clients through a multifaceted and challenging landscape. Your journey with us will be deeply fulfilling, driven by a powerful sense of purpose and accomplishment. Within our thriving environment, you'll discover abundant chances for both personal and career advancement. Seize this moment to push your limits, broaden your expertise, and elevate your professional journey to unprecedented levels. Join the Crisis24 team today and be a part of something extraordinary where growth and impact converge. Crisis24's Crisis & Security Consulting (CSC) division, specifically the All-Hazards Response team, is on the lookout for a Senior Consultant. This role is ideally suited for candidates based in the UK or in mainland Europe. As a part of our dynamic and agile Response Group, the successful applicant will have the chance to enhance their skill set and knowledge, enabling them to contribute across various teams within the organization. Candidates should possess comprehensive experience in crisis management at both tactical and strategic levels and have a wide-ranging understanding of different industries. The position involves readiness to deploy globally at short notice, often in challenging situations, requiring confidence and the ability to provide immediate support and guidance to high-level / C-Suite stakeholders. What You Will Work On Summary You will deliver All Hazards Response services, providing expert advice and guidance to clients facing crises, from threats and violence to political and cyber-related issues. This role entails global deployment, often without prior notice, creating documentation in line with CSC's methodologies, conducting sensitive investigations, and potentially training as a subject matter expert for example as a crisis communications consultant. You will also support the development of junior team members and collaborate with the global consulting team on service delivery, maintaining accurate records across platforms such as Salesforce. Specifics Provide advice and guidance to clients in response to case activations on the following peril types: Active Assailant / Workplace Violence; Political Violence & Terrorism; Cyber Extortion; and Any other crisis-level event in which All-Hazard Response are engaged. Deployment globally in support of any new case activation, often with no notice. Produce all relevant documentation in support of assigned response cases, in line with CSC's doctrine and methodology. Coordinate and conduct sensitive investigational support to clients. Train as a Crisis Communications consultant. Support the development of more junior team members and work in cooperation with the wider global consulting team on all other aspects of consulting services delivery. Keep Salesforce and any other platforms used by Crisis24 up to date and accurate in relation to relevant accounts and proposals. Obtain the skill set and knowledge to actively respond as a Special Risks Response Consultant when required. Support to Insurance Partners Deliver onboarding briefings to new policy holders. Provide capability briefings in support of marketing the wider insurance policies. Assist in the delivery of update reports to insurance underwriters during ongoing cases. Generation of new response retainers, providing services to insurance partners or private clients. Direct engagement contracts for new response cases when insurance options are not present. Assist wider CSC team members in any business development briefings and activity when required. Support the implementation of a business development plan for the region. Scope, price, manage and/or oversee the development of client proposals and responses to RFPs. Represent CSC, Crisis24 and GardaWorld in client pitches/senior-level presentations/in-person meetings. Duty officer Following training, there may be a requirement to join the Duty Officer roster for All-Hazards Response activations. Account management Client liaison and account/client relationship management of new and existing consulting clients. Other Support the wider Crisis24 and GardaWorld business as required. Who You Will Work With Under the guidance of the Associate Director for All Hazards Response, you will collaborate on a variety of response cases and projects. These initiatives are diverse in terms of geography, industry, and complexity, necessitating effective management of pressures. You will be an integral part of both the Response Group and the wider CSC team, frequently assisting other teams within Crisis24 and GardaWorld. Owing to the sensitive nature of the case activity, All Hazards personnel are often visible to the highest levels of leadership within Crisis24 and GardaWorld. What You Will Bring Summary Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in Crisis Management, preferably within a corporate or consulting environment, and a solid background in Security Risk and Crisis Management. You should be knowledgeable about crisis response processes, the specialist insurance market, and have a track record of developing new business opportunities. The role demands extensive global travel, often to high-risk areas, and requires strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Candidates must be adaptable, motivated to work irregular hours, and committed to continuous professional development. Specifics 10+ years of experience in Crisis Management, preferably in a corporate and/or consulting setting. Strong working knowledge of Security Risk and Crisis Management. In-depth knowledge and experience of crisis response processes. An understanding of specialist insurance markets. Demonstrable commercial experience developing new business opportunities. Extensive travel experience globally, including in high-threat/hostile environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; a creative thinker who can apply initiative and create solutions to solve clients' problems. Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously with strong attention to detail. Personable and able to communicate effectively at all levels with team members and clients, with the gravitas to influence at a very senior level, including verbal communications and presentations skills. Able to relate well to others with confidence and empathy, build trust and be calm and resourceful during difficult and emotive situations. The flexibility and motivation to work irregular hours and maintain quality delivery. Invested in development; maintains a high level of industry knowledge and awareness of geopolitical and security/crisis management issues and trends. The annual leave year runs from 1 January to 31 December. Your paid annual leave entitlement will be 25 days per annum (pro rata for part time hours). Group Life Insurance effective upon commencement of employment. Death in Service pays out at 4x base salary. Employee Assistance Program effective upon commencement of employment. Full details will be provided after joining the company. A Discretionary Bonus Scheme, effective in the year following your employment, and based on company performance in the previous fiscal year. Group Pension Scheme, to which you will be automatically enrolled from the beginning of the third month following start date: We will match your contributions up to 5%. The minimum contribution you can make to the scheme is 4%. You will be entitled to opt out should you wish. Information Security Protect the data and systems of Crisis24 and its stakeholders by adhering to policies, reporting incidents and potential problems, completing regular training, and identifying opportunities for improvement. Crisis24, A GardaWorld Company is dedicated to equal opportunity in employment. We are committed to a work environment that celebrates diversity. We do not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors protected by applicable laws.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Crisis24, a GardaWorld company, is widely regarded as the leading integrated risk management, crisis response, consulting, and global protective solutions firm, serving the world's most influential people, disruptive brands, and prominent organizations. Championed by our advanced Global Operation Centers and our skilled team of intelligence analysts, we offer highly specialized services, security and consulting, with the technology and AI to power it all across the globe. At Crisis24, we go beyond mere employment; we pave the way to a realm where your skills become instrumental in shaping global security, guiding clients through a multifaceted and challenging landscape. Your journey with us will be deeply fulfilling, driven by a powerful sense of purpose and accomplishment. Within our thriving environment, you'll discover abundant chances for both personal and career advancement. Seize this moment to push your limits, broaden your expertise, and elevate your professional journey to unprecedented levels. Join the Crisis24 team today and be a part of something extraordinary where growth and impact converge. Crisis24's Crisis & Security Consulting (CSC) division, specifically the All-Hazards Response team, is on the lookout for a Senior Consultant. This role is ideally suited for candidates based in the UK or in mainland Europe. As a part of our dynamic and agile Response Group, the successful applicant will have the chance to enhance their skill set and knowledge, enabling them to contribute across various teams within the organization. Candidates should possess comprehensive experience in crisis management at both tactical and strategic levels and have a wide-ranging understanding of different industries. The position involves readiness to deploy globally at short notice, often in challenging situations, requiring confidence and the ability to provide immediate support and guidance to high-level / C-Suite stakeholders. What You Will Work On Summary You will deliver All Hazards Response services, providing expert advice and guidance to clients facing crises, from threats and violence to political and cyber-related issues. This role entails global deployment, often without prior notice, creating documentation in line with CSC's methodologies, conducting sensitive investigations, and potentially training as a subject matter expert for example as a crisis communications consultant. You will also support the development of junior team members and collaborate with the global consulting team on service delivery, maintaining accurate records across platforms such as Salesforce. Specifics Provide advice and guidance to clients in response to case activations on the following peril types: Active Assailant / Workplace Violence; Political Violence & Terrorism; Cyber Extortion; and Any other crisis-level event in which All-Hazard Response are engaged. Deployment globally in support of any new case activation, often with no notice. Produce all relevant documentation in support of assigned response cases, in line with CSC's doctrine and methodology. Coordinate and conduct sensitive investigational support to clients. Train as a Crisis Communications consultant. Support the development of more junior team members and work in cooperation with the wider global consulting team on all other aspects of consulting services delivery. Keep Salesforce and any other platforms used by Crisis24 up to date and accurate in relation to relevant accounts and proposals. Obtain the skill set and knowledge to actively respond as a Special Risks Response Consultant when required. Support to Insurance Partners Deliver onboarding briefings to new policy holders. Provide capability briefings in support of marketing the wider insurance policies. Assist in the delivery of update reports to insurance underwriters during ongoing cases. Generation of new response retainers, providing services to insurance partners or private clients. Direct engagement contracts for new response cases when insurance options are not present. Assist wider CSC team members in any business development briefings and activity when required. Support the implementation of a business development plan for the region. Scope, price, manage and/or oversee the development of client proposals and responses to RFPs. Represent CSC, Crisis24 and GardaWorld in client pitches/senior-level presentations/in-person meetings. Duty officer Following training, there may be a requirement to join the Duty Officer roster for All-Hazards Response activations. Account management Client liaison and account/client relationship management of new and existing consulting clients. Other Support the wider Crisis24 and GardaWorld business as required. Who You Will Work With Under the guidance of the Associate Director for All Hazards Response, you will collaborate on a variety of response cases and projects. These initiatives are diverse in terms of geography, industry, and complexity, necessitating effective management of pressures. You will be an integral part of both the Response Group and the wider CSC team, frequently assisting other teams within Crisis24 and GardaWorld. Owing to the sensitive nature of the case activity, All Hazards personnel are often visible to the highest levels of leadership within Crisis24 and GardaWorld. What You Will Bring Summary Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in Crisis Management, preferably within a corporate or consulting environment, and a solid background in Security Risk and Crisis Management. You should be knowledgeable about crisis response processes, the specialist insurance market, and have a track record of developing new business opportunities. The role demands extensive global travel, often to high-risk areas, and requires strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Candidates must be adaptable, motivated to work irregular hours, and committed to continuous professional development. Specifics 10+ years of experience in Crisis Management, preferably in a corporate and/or consulting setting. Strong working knowledge of Security Risk and Crisis Management. In-depth knowledge and experience of crisis response processes. An understanding of specialist insurance markets. Demonstrable commercial experience developing new business opportunities. Extensive travel experience globally, including in high-threat/hostile environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; a creative thinker who can apply initiative and create solutions to solve clients' problems. Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously with strong attention to detail. Personable and able to communicate effectively at all levels with team members and clients, with the gravitas to influence at a very senior level, including verbal communications and presentations skills. Able to relate well to others with confidence and empathy, build trust and be calm and resourceful during difficult and emotive situations. The flexibility and motivation to work irregular hours and maintain quality delivery. Invested in development; maintains a high level of industry knowledge and awareness of geopolitical and security/crisis management issues and trends. The annual leave year runs from 1 January to 31 December. Your paid annual leave entitlement will be 25 days per annum (pro rata for part time hours). Group Life Insurance effective upon commencement of employment. Death in Service pays out at 4x base salary. Employee Assistance Program effective upon commencement of employment. Full details will be provided after joining the company. A Discretionary Bonus Scheme, effective in the year following your employment, and based on company performance in the previous fiscal year. Group Pension Scheme, to which you will be automatically enrolled from the beginning of the third month following start date: We will match your contributions up to 5%. The minimum contribution you can make to the scheme is 4%. You will be entitled to opt out should you wish. Information Security Protect the data and systems of Crisis24 and its stakeholders by adhering to policies, reporting incidents and potential problems, completing regular training, and identifying opportunities for improvement. Crisis24, A GardaWorld Company is dedicated to equal opportunity in employment. We are committed to a work environment that celebrates diversity. We do not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors protected by applicable laws.
Commercial Finance Analyst (Site Running & ESN) Permanent Reading/ Hybrid working MBNL is jointly owned by EE and Three, two of the UK's leading and most innovative mobile operators. Established in 2007 as the industry's first network-sharing joint venture, MBNL's mission is to provide best-in-class mobile infrastructure services to EE and Three for serving their tens of millions of customers in the UK. Working at MBNL means being part of a team where you feel connected, valued, and supported. The Role: Working as part of the Commercial Finance Team, this role is solely responsible for all aspects of financial management for Site Running ( 400m per annum in value) and includes management accounting, reporting, business partnering, decision support, budgeting, and forecasting. This is a hybrid role and will be based in our Reading office 2 days per week. What you will do: Be responsible for the delivery of monthly management accounts to shareholders through close collaboration with outsourcing partners and internal stakeholders. Provide business partnering relationships to the Legal and Property teams. Ensure appropriate governance, approval, and financial management of all finance processes within Site Running. Drive reporting transformations within the team, exploring the use of PowerBI or other similar tools. Produce and lead on 5-year plans and reforecasts for Site Running. Use Financial Modelling to build outlooks and support commercial deals. Be responsible for the management of the Property Escrow P2P process. Take accountability and ownership of Site Running P&L and Balance sheets ensuring accounting practises are adhered to. Take responsibility and ownership of the funding mechanism between MBNL and shareholders/MBNL and external partners to ensure appropriate levels are justified and maintained on monthly basis to support day to day operations. What we are looking for: Qualified accountant - ACCA, CIMA or similar. Strong excel and I.T. ability. Experience in managing senior stakeholders. Strong controlling background Excellent can-do attitude Entrepreneurial skills Strong academic background. Nice to have : Project Management experience Commercial experience in producing business and evaluation of business cases. Experience of supporting the business in managing large budget Knowledge of procurement systems/processes, SAP MBNL - building strength through inclusion. At MBNL we embrace equality, diversity, and inclusion. People are at the heart of everything we do and collectively we strive to create an environment where everyone can flourish. By fostering an inclusive environment, we are championing each other's uniqueness. Inclusion & Diversity within MBNL will unlock innovation and continue to evolve how we work, to help us deliver world class infrastructure for our Shareholders and their customers. We will work creatively to offer flexible working arrangements, (like non-standard hours, part-time, remote working). We want to support you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. MBNL are proud recipients of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, and Disability Confident accredited. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Commercial Finance Analyst (Site Running & ESN) Permanent Reading/ Hybrid working MBNL is jointly owned by EE and Three, two of the UK's leading and most innovative mobile operators. Established in 2007 as the industry's first network-sharing joint venture, MBNL's mission is to provide best-in-class mobile infrastructure services to EE and Three for serving their tens of millions of customers in the UK. Working at MBNL means being part of a team where you feel connected, valued, and supported. The Role: Working as part of the Commercial Finance Team, this role is solely responsible for all aspects of financial management for Site Running ( 400m per annum in value) and includes management accounting, reporting, business partnering, decision support, budgeting, and forecasting. This is a hybrid role and will be based in our Reading office 2 days per week. What you will do: Be responsible for the delivery of monthly management accounts to shareholders through close collaboration with outsourcing partners and internal stakeholders. Provide business partnering relationships to the Legal and Property teams. Ensure appropriate governance, approval, and financial management of all finance processes within Site Running. Drive reporting transformations within the team, exploring the use of PowerBI or other similar tools. Produce and lead on 5-year plans and reforecasts for Site Running. Use Financial Modelling to build outlooks and support commercial deals. Be responsible for the management of the Property Escrow P2P process. Take accountability and ownership of Site Running P&L and Balance sheets ensuring accounting practises are adhered to. Take responsibility and ownership of the funding mechanism between MBNL and shareholders/MBNL and external partners to ensure appropriate levels are justified and maintained on monthly basis to support day to day operations. What we are looking for: Qualified accountant - ACCA, CIMA or similar. Strong excel and I.T. ability. Experience in managing senior stakeholders. Strong controlling background Excellent can-do attitude Entrepreneurial skills Strong academic background. Nice to have : Project Management experience Commercial experience in producing business and evaluation of business cases. Experience of supporting the business in managing large budget Knowledge of procurement systems/processes, SAP MBNL - building strength through inclusion. At MBNL we embrace equality, diversity, and inclusion. People are at the heart of everything we do and collectively we strive to create an environment where everyone can flourish. By fostering an inclusive environment, we are championing each other's uniqueness. Inclusion & Diversity within MBNL will unlock innovation and continue to evolve how we work, to help us deliver world class infrastructure for our Shareholders and their customers. We will work creatively to offer flexible working arrangements, (like non-standard hours, part-time, remote working). We want to support you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. MBNL are proud recipients of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, and Disability Confident accredited. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.