Role Summary
Be at the forefront of ICT improvements and transformation within the Fire & Rescue Service (AF&RS). We are seeking a visionary leader to shape our future ICT and digital strategy, make further improvements to our infrastructure and ensure our ICT systems are resilient, reliable, and accessible to all staff 24/7.
This is a new role leading the development of an integrated ICT strategy and technology roadmap and overseeing the delivery of technology initiatives. This business-critical position will require you to work effectively with key stakeholders to create and implement an ICT strategy which aligns with our organisational goals and ambitions, ensures the integration and enhancement of our systems and improved user experience.
This role will require an ambitious, forward-thinking individual who has the technical knowledge, drive and passion to make a big difference. You will have a unique opportunity to make the role your own and bring your experience, ideas, influencing skills and technical expertise to our organisation. With challenging budgets, a creative and innovative approach is key, as is the exploration of potential funding sources.
Some of the things you’ll be doing
Strategic Leadership : Drive continuous improvement, culture change, and effective performance management. Act as the advocate for AF&RS’s digital vision, engaging leadership and representing AF&RS in local and national digital forums.
Expert Consultation : Offer expert guidance on ICT matters to senior stakeholders and the Fire Authority, enabling discussions on modern ICT and digital technology.
System Management : Ensure the efficiency, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness of ICT systems and technology. Oversee external IT helpdesk providers and business continuity plans.
Infrastructure Enhancement : Drive continual improvements to the ICT infrastructure to ensure a solid foundation and enhanced user experience. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement improvements, presenting robust business cases for investment.
Digital Horizon-Scanning : Stay updated on digital developments and evaluate new technologies potential benefits, risks, and affordability aligned with the ICT strategy.
Strategy Development : Lead the creation and implementation of AF&RS’s cohesive ICT and Digital Strategy, fostering innovative and integrated improvements.
Project Oversight : Oversee the successful delivery of all ICT, digital, and systems projects. Establish governance structures, aligning with the ICT strategy and legal compliance.
Change Management : Implement efficient change processes, improving service quality and business continuity while minimising disruption.
Risk Management: Proactively assess and monitor ICT-related risks across AF&RS, implementing effective controls and mitigations.
Resource Optimisation : Develop an appropriate ICT organisational structure, optimising internal and external resources to ensure delivery and an integrated approach.
Team Leadership : Provide training and mentoring to internal ICT staff, fostering a responsive and agile cross-functional team.
Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with stakeholders across AF&RS, building strong internal networks to maximise technology benefits.
Policy Implementation : Develop and implement up-to-date ICT policies ensuring robust controls across AF&RS. Liaise with internal data protection teams, ensuring ICT developments are compliant with relevant information legislation. Act as the Deputy Senior Risk Owner ensuring high-quality governance standards and compliance.
Training Alignment : Identify and evaluate ICT training aligned with the ICT strategy and budget requirements.
Budget Management : Manage ICT budgets aligned with the ICT strategy, forecasting and reviewing budgetary arrangements and exploring potential funding opportunities.
What we’ll need from you:
Essential:
Proven experience in senior ICT leadership role, driving digital transformation and strategy (ideally within the emergency services or public sector – but not essential).
Demonstrable experience in design, sourcing, transition, delivery and implementation of new technology and data capabilities.
Excellent up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Extensive knowledge of digital, data and technology regulations and best practice methodologies (e.g. ITIL, ISO) and performance benchmarking. You will also maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Significant experience of leading and managing high performing teams (via direct or matrix management).
Proven experience of strategic service planning, business processes, developing, leading, and implementing IT/ICT strategies and change programs.
Experience of successfully managing high quality business-as-usual (BAU) ICT, while also inspiring, leading, and driving innovative solutions.
Proven experience of proactively managing business continuity and cyber security arrangements.
Significant experience of dealing with vendors and third parties including experience of procuring, negotiating, and robustly managing business-critical service contractors.
Degree level education, or equivalent, in business, computer science or a related field of study, or proven relevant business experience.
Professional ICT qualifications (such as ITIL or accredited status such as Chartered IT Professional CITP), or equivalent through a combination of proven relevant training, experience and evidenced continuing professional development.
Highly effective communication and influencing skills across the full breadth of written, verbal, presentation, and digital media. You will be able to engage, advise and explain technical matters in a non-technical way.
Adaptable, inclusive, and values-based leadership and people management skills.
Relationship building and collaboration skills with the ability to influence strategic thinking and approaches to complex service issues.
Strong analytical, research, numerical and decision-making skills, to deal with complex service delivery.
Ability to manage and prioritise high workloads, with pressing and conflicting deadlines.
Desirable:
Comprehensive budget-creation and budget-management experience including identifying and evaluating opportunities, negotiation, and delivering efficiencies.
Experience of working in a climate of transformation and/or continuous improvement and supporting others in uncertain times.
Experience of working for an emergency service or local authority.
Experience of Information and Data Governance and/or of being a Senior Risk Information Officer (SIRO) or Deputy SIRO.
Experience of portfolio and project management methodologies and tailoring these for significant ICT projects and organisational context.
Proven ICT risk management experience.
High level of political awareness and acuity to interact with senior stakeholders and elected Members.
Foundation or Practitioner level qualification in programme or project management.
What you can expect in return
27 days annual holiday (plus public holidays) rising to 31 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service
Local Government Pension - Defined Benefit Scheme
Flexible and hybrid working
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Welfare and Wellbeing services
Staff Engagement Groups
Access to a Medical Intervention Scheme which can support staff to access private medical assessments and treatments
Access to Blue Light card with offers online and high street discounts
Use of the multi-gym, sports hall, restaurant, free parking, and beautiful open surroundings at our Headquarters in Portishead
Please note - as this post is based at our Headquarters which we share with Avon & Somerset Police, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a security clearance check & DBS check.
Further Information
If you would like to have an informal conversation with the hiring manager for this role please contact recruitment@avonfire.gov.uk to request this.
How to apply: The full job description can be found on our careers pages: Head of ICT | Yes You Can! The Avon Fire & Rescue Service Job . Once you have read the job description please submit a tailored CV demonstrating how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.
Late applications will not be accepted. Please quote job reference number 1023 [JD number] on any communications. Thank you.
Avon Fire & Rescue Service is committed to securing equality of opportunity. W e welcome applications from all members of our community who are currently under-represented at Avon Fire & Rescue Service, particularly women, Disabled people and members of ethnic minority communities.
Dec 20, 2023
Full time
Role Summary
Be at the forefront of ICT improvements and transformation within the Fire & Rescue Service (AF&RS). We are seeking a visionary leader to shape our future ICT and digital strategy, make further improvements to our infrastructure and ensure our ICT systems are resilient, reliable, and accessible to all staff 24/7.
This is a new role leading the development of an integrated ICT strategy and technology roadmap and overseeing the delivery of technology initiatives. This business-critical position will require you to work effectively with key stakeholders to create and implement an ICT strategy which aligns with our organisational goals and ambitions, ensures the integration and enhancement of our systems and improved user experience.
This role will require an ambitious, forward-thinking individual who has the technical knowledge, drive and passion to make a big difference. You will have a unique opportunity to make the role your own and bring your experience, ideas, influencing skills and technical expertise to our organisation. With challenging budgets, a creative and innovative approach is key, as is the exploration of potential funding sources.
Some of the things you’ll be doing
Strategic Leadership : Drive continuous improvement, culture change, and effective performance management. Act as the advocate for AF&RS’s digital vision, engaging leadership and representing AF&RS in local and national digital forums.
Expert Consultation : Offer expert guidance on ICT matters to senior stakeholders and the Fire Authority, enabling discussions on modern ICT and digital technology.
System Management : Ensure the efficiency, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness of ICT systems and technology. Oversee external IT helpdesk providers and business continuity plans.
Infrastructure Enhancement : Drive continual improvements to the ICT infrastructure to ensure a solid foundation and enhanced user experience. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement improvements, presenting robust business cases for investment.
Digital Horizon-Scanning : Stay updated on digital developments and evaluate new technologies potential benefits, risks, and affordability aligned with the ICT strategy.
Strategy Development : Lead the creation and implementation of AF&RS’s cohesive ICT and Digital Strategy, fostering innovative and integrated improvements.
Project Oversight : Oversee the successful delivery of all ICT, digital, and systems projects. Establish governance structures, aligning with the ICT strategy and legal compliance.
Change Management : Implement efficient change processes, improving service quality and business continuity while minimising disruption.
Risk Management: Proactively assess and monitor ICT-related risks across AF&RS, implementing effective controls and mitigations.
Resource Optimisation : Develop an appropriate ICT organisational structure, optimising internal and external resources to ensure delivery and an integrated approach.
Team Leadership : Provide training and mentoring to internal ICT staff, fostering a responsive and agile cross-functional team.
Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with stakeholders across AF&RS, building strong internal networks to maximise technology benefits.
Policy Implementation : Develop and implement up-to-date ICT policies ensuring robust controls across AF&RS. Liaise with internal data protection teams, ensuring ICT developments are compliant with relevant information legislation. Act as the Deputy Senior Risk Owner ensuring high-quality governance standards and compliance.
Training Alignment : Identify and evaluate ICT training aligned with the ICT strategy and budget requirements.
Budget Management : Manage ICT budgets aligned with the ICT strategy, forecasting and reviewing budgetary arrangements and exploring potential funding opportunities.
What we’ll need from you:
Essential:
Proven experience in senior ICT leadership role, driving digital transformation and strategy (ideally within the emergency services or public sector – but not essential).
Demonstrable experience in design, sourcing, transition, delivery and implementation of new technology and data capabilities.
Excellent up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Extensive knowledge of digital, data and technology regulations and best practice methodologies (e.g. ITIL, ISO) and performance benchmarking. You will also maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Significant experience of leading and managing high performing teams (via direct or matrix management).
Proven experience of strategic service planning, business processes, developing, leading, and implementing IT/ICT strategies and change programs.
Experience of successfully managing high quality business-as-usual (BAU) ICT, while also inspiring, leading, and driving innovative solutions.
Proven experience of proactively managing business continuity and cyber security arrangements.
Significant experience of dealing with vendors and third parties including experience of procuring, negotiating, and robustly managing business-critical service contractors.
Degree level education, or equivalent, in business, computer science or a related field of study, or proven relevant business experience.
Professional ICT qualifications (such as ITIL or accredited status such as Chartered IT Professional CITP), or equivalent through a combination of proven relevant training, experience and evidenced continuing professional development.
Highly effective communication and influencing skills across the full breadth of written, verbal, presentation, and digital media. You will be able to engage, advise and explain technical matters in a non-technical way.
Adaptable, inclusive, and values-based leadership and people management skills.
Relationship building and collaboration skills with the ability to influence strategic thinking and approaches to complex service issues.
Strong analytical, research, numerical and decision-making skills, to deal with complex service delivery.
Ability to manage and prioritise high workloads, with pressing and conflicting deadlines.
Desirable:
Comprehensive budget-creation and budget-management experience including identifying and evaluating opportunities, negotiation, and delivering efficiencies.
Experience of working in a climate of transformation and/or continuous improvement and supporting others in uncertain times.
Experience of working for an emergency service or local authority.
Experience of Information and Data Governance and/or of being a Senior Risk Information Officer (SIRO) or Deputy SIRO.
Experience of portfolio and project management methodologies and tailoring these for significant ICT projects and organisational context.
Proven ICT risk management experience.
High level of political awareness and acuity to interact with senior stakeholders and elected Members.
Foundation or Practitioner level qualification in programme or project management.
What you can expect in return
27 days annual holiday (plus public holidays) rising to 31 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service
Local Government Pension - Defined Benefit Scheme
Flexible and hybrid working
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Welfare and Wellbeing services
Staff Engagement Groups
Access to a Medical Intervention Scheme which can support staff to access private medical assessments and treatments
Access to Blue Light card with offers online and high street discounts
Use of the multi-gym, sports hall, restaurant, free parking, and beautiful open surroundings at our Headquarters in Portishead
Please note - as this post is based at our Headquarters which we share with Avon & Somerset Police, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a security clearance check & DBS check.
Further Information
If you would like to have an informal conversation with the hiring manager for this role please contact recruitment@avonfire.gov.uk to request this.
How to apply: The full job description can be found on our careers pages: Head of ICT | Yes You Can! The Avon Fire & Rescue Service Job . Once you have read the job description please submit a tailored CV demonstrating how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.
Late applications will not be accepted. Please quote job reference number 1023 [JD number] on any communications. Thank you.
Avon Fire & Rescue Service is committed to securing equality of opportunity. W e welcome applications from all members of our community who are currently under-represented at Avon Fire & Rescue Service, particularly women, Disabled people and members of ethnic minority communities.
London Sport
Great Dover Street, London SE1 4YB, UK
The Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious Innovation Manager to join the growing Digital, Tech and Innovation team at London Sport. The role sits within the Impact & Innovation directorate and will be responsible for developing new initiatives to reduce inactivity. You will be at the forefront of testing and learning, turning our insight into action. The role is fast paced and will work quickly to identify opportunities that have the biggest impact.
What you’ll do:
Support the continued development of the innovation function by championing the innovation pipeline and reinforcing a culture of impactful innovation across all teams.
Encourage problem solving and creativity across all teams and colleagues to develop a pipeline of innovative ideas.
Support and lead colleagues at each stage of the innovation pipeline, taking ideas from conception through the innovation process to secure funding to scale innovation projects.
Speed up our innovation process so we can rapidly test, learn and scale innovative products, services and solutions to reduce inactivity.
Engage with Londoners and stakeholders to develop new products and services to get Londoners active.
Analyse and understand the current landscape to ensure our innovation is insight led and user centered.
Identify and deliver innovative solutions to diversifying income.
Who you are:
You have experience of working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams to design and deliver new products or services – this can include income generating as well as projects to get Londoners active.
You are able to develop personas, user stories and user insights through the use of qualitative and quantitative research techniques.
You have experience of using idea generation tools and techniques (either in a workshop setting or individually).
You can demonstrate experience developing products and initiatives from start to finish using iterative testing or prototyping of ideas to quickly and cheaply determine if the idea has legs.
You have the ability to initiate, develop and manage positive stakeholder relationships.
You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to enthuse, persuade, negotiate and influence people through all forms of communication.
You can demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion in relation to London.
Aug 21, 2023
Full time
The Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious Innovation Manager to join the growing Digital, Tech and Innovation team at London Sport. The role sits within the Impact & Innovation directorate and will be responsible for developing new initiatives to reduce inactivity. You will be at the forefront of testing and learning, turning our insight into action. The role is fast paced and will work quickly to identify opportunities that have the biggest impact.
What you’ll do:
Support the continued development of the innovation function by championing the innovation pipeline and reinforcing a culture of impactful innovation across all teams.
Encourage problem solving and creativity across all teams and colleagues to develop a pipeline of innovative ideas.
Support and lead colleagues at each stage of the innovation pipeline, taking ideas from conception through the innovation process to secure funding to scale innovation projects.
Speed up our innovation process so we can rapidly test, learn and scale innovative products, services and solutions to reduce inactivity.
Engage with Londoners and stakeholders to develop new products and services to get Londoners active.
Analyse and understand the current landscape to ensure our innovation is insight led and user centered.
Identify and deliver innovative solutions to diversifying income.
Who you are:
You have experience of working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams to design and deliver new products or services – this can include income generating as well as projects to get Londoners active.
You are able to develop personas, user stories and user insights through the use of qualitative and quantitative research techniques.
You have experience of using idea generation tools and techniques (either in a workshop setting or individually).
You can demonstrate experience developing products and initiatives from start to finish using iterative testing or prototyping of ideas to quickly and cheaply determine if the idea has legs.
You have the ability to initiate, develop and manage positive stakeholder relationships.
You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to enthuse, persuade, negotiate and influence people through all forms of communication.
You can demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion in relation to London.
2023 – will this be the year that you become part of a pioneering new ICT Enterprise and Technical Architecture Team with the Highland Council?
The Highland Council are seeking four new ICT Technical Design Leads to establish a vibrant and dynamic team. Supported by the ICT Service Lead, the new ICT Enterprise and Technical Architecture Team members will effectively understand and translate business requirements into technical solutions. The team will make its vision and presence known across the council, working proactively to provide a range of innovative solutions from integration/middleware technologies and strategies.
We believe that our people are our most important asset. Each team member will bring their individual IT strengths, whether it be architecture, design, enterprise or a combination of all. Strong interaction, creativity and working collaboratively will be key to success and the team will be high performing, positively impacting across all services, bringing efficiencies through delivery of the Council’s ICT and Digital Strategies.
There is opportunity for hybrid working with a flexible base in any of Highland Council hub offices although regular team working in person in HQ or our Castle Wynd office in Inverness is also a requirement of the post so there is an expectation of weekly attendance in Inverness.
The Highland Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, representative of the communities we serve. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing within the workplace
If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with an opportunity to be noticed for the difference you make, then apply today. Our generous terms and conditions of employment make the Council an excellent choice for long term employment in the Highlands and we pride ourselves on caring for our staff.
To find out more about our dynamic and forward-thinking new team, or for an informal chat about the job roles, please contact our ICT Transformation Manager Allan Henderson on 07814 231 300 or Allan.Henderson3@highland.gov.uk
Please APPLY ONLINE . If you are unable to apply online and wish to request an offline application pack, please calll 01955 608279 quoting the post reference number above.
Please find the Job Description below.
The Highland Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce. inclusion and wellbeing within the workplace.
As a disability confident employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria requirements for the post.
Shortlisted applicants will normally be contacted by email, unless otherwise stated. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.
Jan 17, 2023
Full time
2023 – will this be the year that you become part of a pioneering new ICT Enterprise and Technical Architecture Team with the Highland Council?
The Highland Council are seeking four new ICT Technical Design Leads to establish a vibrant and dynamic team. Supported by the ICT Service Lead, the new ICT Enterprise and Technical Architecture Team members will effectively understand and translate business requirements into technical solutions. The team will make its vision and presence known across the council, working proactively to provide a range of innovative solutions from integration/middleware technologies and strategies.
We believe that our people are our most important asset. Each team member will bring their individual IT strengths, whether it be architecture, design, enterprise or a combination of all. Strong interaction, creativity and working collaboratively will be key to success and the team will be high performing, positively impacting across all services, bringing efficiencies through delivery of the Council’s ICT and Digital Strategies.
There is opportunity for hybrid working with a flexible base in any of Highland Council hub offices although regular team working in person in HQ or our Castle Wynd office in Inverness is also a requirement of the post so there is an expectation of weekly attendance in Inverness.
The Highland Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, representative of the communities we serve. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing within the workplace
If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with an opportunity to be noticed for the difference you make, then apply today. Our generous terms and conditions of employment make the Council an excellent choice for long term employment in the Highlands and we pride ourselves on caring for our staff.
To find out more about our dynamic and forward-thinking new team, or for an informal chat about the job roles, please contact our ICT Transformation Manager Allan Henderson on 07814 231 300 or Allan.Henderson3@highland.gov.uk
Please APPLY ONLINE . If you are unable to apply online and wish to request an offline application pack, please calll 01955 608279 quoting the post reference number above.
Please find the Job Description below.
The Highland Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce. inclusion and wellbeing within the workplace.
As a disability confident employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria requirements for the post.
Shortlisted applicants will normally be contacted by email, unless otherwise stated. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.
Digital Delivery Manager
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £41,150 - £46,147 (Grade 7)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: 37 hours, Monday - Friday
Post number : 203412
Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced agile delivery manager to join our growing Digital Services Team.
As the first Delivery Manager in our team, you’ll join us at an exciting time. This is an opportunity to shape our approach to delivering agile products and services and help support Natural Resources Wales in our work to tackle the climate and nature emergencies.
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, your mission will be to take a user-centred design approach to continuously build, test and support the Natural Resources Wales website and intranet platforms. Your role will be to help create the right environment for your delivery teams by removing blockers and challenging the status quo, to enable the team to succeed.
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:
Be an advocate for agile and digital, sharing best practice with NRW and Welsh public sector colleagues through communities of practice.
Have substantial experience in agile delivery, of complex or multiple digital products, gained from working in a number of different organisations or in different roles or functions within a single organisation.
Be able to explain complex technical concepts in plain Englis
Planning and managing digital products and services in an agile environment, ensuring that projects keep within budget.
Experience of agile coaching
Experience of a range of delivery tools (e.g. Trello, Jira, etc.) and remote working tools (Slack, Google Hangouts, Zoom, etc.). Managing and prioritising multiple products/services simultaneously.
Experience of identifying and mitigating risks.
Strong interpersonal skills, including experience of establishing and maintaining strong networks across teams.
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 09, 2022
Full time
Digital Delivery Manager
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £41,150 - £46,147 (Grade 7)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: 37 hours, Monday - Friday
Post number : 203412
Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced agile delivery manager to join our growing Digital Services Team.
As the first Delivery Manager in our team, you’ll join us at an exciting time. This is an opportunity to shape our approach to delivering agile products and services and help support Natural Resources Wales in our work to tackle the climate and nature emergencies.
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, your mission will be to take a user-centred design approach to continuously build, test and support the Natural Resources Wales website and intranet platforms. Your role will be to help create the right environment for your delivery teams by removing blockers and challenging the status quo, to enable the team to succeed.
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:
Be an advocate for agile and digital, sharing best practice with NRW and Welsh public sector colleagues through communities of practice.
Have substantial experience in agile delivery, of complex or multiple digital products, gained from working in a number of different organisations or in different roles or functions within a single organisation.
Be able to explain complex technical concepts in plain Englis
Planning and managing digital products and services in an agile environment, ensuring that projects keep within budget.
Experience of agile coaching
Experience of a range of delivery tools (e.g. Trello, Jira, etc.) and remote working tools (Slack, Google Hangouts, Zoom, etc.). Managing and prioritising multiple products/services simultaneously.
Experience of identifying and mitigating risks.
Strong interpersonal skills, including experience of establishing and maintaining strong networks across teams.
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.
Digital Product Manager
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £41,150 - £46,147 (Grade 7)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: 37 hours, Monday - Friday
Post number: 203411
Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced product manager to join our growing Digital Services Team.
You’ll join us at an exciting time to lead on developing the future vision for the Natural Resources Wales website, and help support our organisation’s priorities to tackle the climate and nature emergencies.
Over a million people access information and services on the Natural Resources Wales website every year. From making sure businesses comply with environmental regulations and protect the Welsh environment to helping householders understand their flood risk. It’s also an important platform for other public bodies and used by policy makers access to the evidence needed to base their decision. And many more services in-between!
Working in a multidisciplinary team, you will take a user-centred design approach to continuously build, test and support the Natural Resources Wales digital platforms. Your role will be to identify and frame the problems and set priorities for the improvements of NRW digital products – mainly focused on the website and intranet.
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:
Technical knowledge and understanding gained from career experience relevant to the role, or degree in relevant area.
Have substantial experience in product management, of complex or multiple digital products, gained from working in a number of different organisations or in different roles or functions within a single organisation.
Able to explain complex technical concepts in plain English
Experience of working as a product manager in a multi-disciplinary team (user-centred design and technical roles).
Budget and project management skills suitable for managing, or making a significant contribution to, projects involving the use of specialist contractors.
Experience of influencing strategies, development plans and work programmes of internal and external stakeholders.
Strong interpersonal skills, including experience of establishing and maintaining strong networks across teams.
Persuasive and compelling presentation skills with an ability to be passionate advocate of your portfolio.
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 09, 2022
Full time
Digital Product Manager
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £41,150 - £46,147 (Grade 7)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: 37 hours, Monday - Friday
Post number: 203411
Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced product manager to join our growing Digital Services Team.
You’ll join us at an exciting time to lead on developing the future vision for the Natural Resources Wales website, and help support our organisation’s priorities to tackle the climate and nature emergencies.
Over a million people access information and services on the Natural Resources Wales website every year. From making sure businesses comply with environmental regulations and protect the Welsh environment to helping householders understand their flood risk. It’s also an important platform for other public bodies and used by policy makers access to the evidence needed to base their decision. And many more services in-between!
Working in a multidisciplinary team, you will take a user-centred design approach to continuously build, test and support the Natural Resources Wales digital platforms. Your role will be to identify and frame the problems and set priorities for the improvements of NRW digital products – mainly focused on the website and intranet.
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:
Technical knowledge and understanding gained from career experience relevant to the role, or degree in relevant area.
Have substantial experience in product management, of complex or multiple digital products, gained from working in a number of different organisations or in different roles or functions within a single organisation.
Able to explain complex technical concepts in plain English
Experience of working as a product manager in a multi-disciplinary team (user-centred design and technical roles).
Budget and project management skills suitable for managing, or making a significant contribution to, projects involving the use of specialist contractors.
Experience of influencing strategies, development plans and work programmes of internal and external stakeholders.
Strong interpersonal skills, including experience of establishing and maintaining strong networks across teams.
Persuasive and compelling presentation skills with an ability to be passionate advocate of your portfolio.
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.
Overview: We are looking for an ambitious and energetic Business Development Manager in order to grow our UK Business by promoting our (SaaS) products to generate sales.
Location: Remote with travel to clients locations and in person meetings (if required)
Hours: 40 Hours a week, Flexible schedule
Reporting to : Chief Operation Officer
Number of Positions: 4
This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary and high OTE potential (details below)
Employer Profile:
Osmosys is a client centric IT services company that focuses on delivering innovative and tangible solutions that add value to our clients’ business. Established in 2004, Osmosys has supported a wide variety of Clients globally. As a Microsoft Gold Partner and with 125+ skilled employees, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional consultancy and customer service to ensure that we scope and design solutions that will add tangible benefits to our clients’ business both in the short and long-term.
Working with our Business Partners, we have expanded into new countries and regions around the world, delivering solutions for a variety of real world and business challenges.
We are now looking to expand our presence in the UK and are looking for a Sales and Business Development professional to join our team.
Job Purpose:
With a chance to join a company experiencing Phenomenal Growth and Success, the BDM will focus on selling our software solutions and ensure prospects are aware of the USPs, added value and benefits of choosing Osmosys.
The focus will be to sell our mobile/SaaS-based product, www.incidentreporter365.com and it’s variants across various industries, including, but not limited to, warehouses, packaging, food, property management, recycling, manufacturing, social care in the UK market.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for the end-to-end sales process, from prospecting and giving demonstrations to negotiating and closing with a focus on, but not limited to:
This is a new business hunting role. There are no account management duties for this role
Helping to progress deals through the sales pipeline to closure
Setting up and running sales campaigns to target prospects
Working with marketing to create or update relevant content assets as needed
Keeping records of subscriptions to help with billing, invoicing and renewals
Researching specific target markets, verticals and companies to identify prospects
Achieving goals and revenue targets, with the vision to see growth opportunities
Limited travel to meet prospects, although mainly video calling in the current environment
Work with offering managers to expand the brand/product into new markets
Form strong relationships with key customers, and Identify areas of growth for SaaS and assigned products sets
Prepare and promote sales briefings and presentations for SaaS and assigned products
Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events to showcase our products
Support NPI launches relevant to our product offerings
Maintain a close and regular view of market conditions for the brand/product
Any other reasonable duties that may be required.
Essential Candidate Requirements:
Experience in product selling, marketing, or related fields
Strong selling skills with a high level of personal belief and passion
Good planning, organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure and against tight timelines
Ability to flourish with minimal guidance, be proactive and handle uncertainties
Ability to leverage digital marketing channels to increase product awareness
Timely production of regular and ad hoc sales reports, keeping up to date with market changes, developments, new products and competitor awareness
Completion of customer activities and the updating of sales pipeline using the Osmosys CRM system
Experience of and gravitas consistent with selling to decision makers
Experience and knowledge in working with software solutions, added value services, managed services with a consultative approach
Must be highly organised and able to manage multiple projects at once
Candidate must have strong presentation and writing skills in addition to ideally having technical knowledge
Must have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, CRM systems and Sales order processes
Able to build relationships, understand client needs and provide a solution
Can provide a detailed overview of targets hit, achievements, KPIs and breakdown of responsibilities
Desired Skills, Experience & Qualifications:
Business development experience with remote working capabilities
A degree in a relevant field is preferred but not essential
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment where flexibility is essential
Enjoys taking the initiative while seeking advice and support where appropriate
Must be a self-starter, with a genuine drive to achieve/exceed targets and expectations
Actively seeks out continuous self-development, broadening knowledge and experience
Experience within Health and Safety and/or Manufacturing environments is an added bonus
We Offer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
A culture that fosters inclusion, diversity and innovation
Company Laptop and Phone
If this is your dream role, then we'd love to hear from you.
Compensation Structure:
This role comes with a competitive basic annual salary in the range of £ 32000 – £ 45000 (depending on experience).
Additional pay: Attractive, uncapped commission structure designed to deliver on-target earnings (OTE)
Bonus scheme
Commission pay (uncapped)
Performance bonus
Yearly bonus
Commission details will be shared during the interview process
Benefits:
Other benefits include:
Four weeks' annual leave (plus bank holidays)
Company pension
Flexible schedule
Referral programme
.
May 09, 2022
Full time
Overview: We are looking for an ambitious and energetic Business Development Manager in order to grow our UK Business by promoting our (SaaS) products to generate sales.
Location: Remote with travel to clients locations and in person meetings (if required)
Hours: 40 Hours a week, Flexible schedule
Reporting to : Chief Operation Officer
Number of Positions: 4
This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary and high OTE potential (details below)
Employer Profile:
Osmosys is a client centric IT services company that focuses on delivering innovative and tangible solutions that add value to our clients’ business. Established in 2004, Osmosys has supported a wide variety of Clients globally. As a Microsoft Gold Partner and with 125+ skilled employees, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional consultancy and customer service to ensure that we scope and design solutions that will add tangible benefits to our clients’ business both in the short and long-term.
Working with our Business Partners, we have expanded into new countries and regions around the world, delivering solutions for a variety of real world and business challenges.
We are now looking to expand our presence in the UK and are looking for a Sales and Business Development professional to join our team.
Job Purpose:
With a chance to join a company experiencing Phenomenal Growth and Success, the BDM will focus on selling our software solutions and ensure prospects are aware of the USPs, added value and benefits of choosing Osmosys.
The focus will be to sell our mobile/SaaS-based product, www.incidentreporter365.com and it’s variants across various industries, including, but not limited to, warehouses, packaging, food, property management, recycling, manufacturing, social care in the UK market.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for the end-to-end sales process, from prospecting and giving demonstrations to negotiating and closing with a focus on, but not limited to:
This is a new business hunting role. There are no account management duties for this role
Helping to progress deals through the sales pipeline to closure
Setting up and running sales campaigns to target prospects
Working with marketing to create or update relevant content assets as needed
Keeping records of subscriptions to help with billing, invoicing and renewals
Researching specific target markets, verticals and companies to identify prospects
Achieving goals and revenue targets, with the vision to see growth opportunities
Limited travel to meet prospects, although mainly video calling in the current environment
Work with offering managers to expand the brand/product into new markets
Form strong relationships with key customers, and Identify areas of growth for SaaS and assigned products sets
Prepare and promote sales briefings and presentations for SaaS and assigned products
Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events to showcase our products
Support NPI launches relevant to our product offerings
Maintain a close and regular view of market conditions for the brand/product
Any other reasonable duties that may be required.
Essential Candidate Requirements:
Experience in product selling, marketing, or related fields
Strong selling skills with a high level of personal belief and passion
Good planning, organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure and against tight timelines
Ability to flourish with minimal guidance, be proactive and handle uncertainties
Ability to leverage digital marketing channels to increase product awareness
Timely production of regular and ad hoc sales reports, keeping up to date with market changes, developments, new products and competitor awareness
Completion of customer activities and the updating of sales pipeline using the Osmosys CRM system
Experience of and gravitas consistent with selling to decision makers
Experience and knowledge in working with software solutions, added value services, managed services with a consultative approach
Must be highly organised and able to manage multiple projects at once
Candidate must have strong presentation and writing skills in addition to ideally having technical knowledge
Must have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, CRM systems and Sales order processes
Able to build relationships, understand client needs and provide a solution
Can provide a detailed overview of targets hit, achievements, KPIs and breakdown of responsibilities
Desired Skills, Experience & Qualifications:
Business development experience with remote working capabilities
A degree in a relevant field is preferred but not essential
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment where flexibility is essential
Enjoys taking the initiative while seeking advice and support where appropriate
Must be a self-starter, with a genuine drive to achieve/exceed targets and expectations
Actively seeks out continuous self-development, broadening knowledge and experience
Experience within Health and Safety and/or Manufacturing environments is an added bonus
We Offer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
A culture that fosters inclusion, diversity and innovation
Company Laptop and Phone
If this is your dream role, then we'd love to hear from you.
Compensation Structure:
This role comes with a competitive basic annual salary in the range of £ 32000 – £ 45000 (depending on experience).
Additional pay: Attractive, uncapped commission structure designed to deliver on-target earnings (OTE)
Bonus scheme
Commission pay (uncapped)
Performance bonus
Yearly bonus
Commission details will be shared during the interview process
Benefits:
Other benefits include:
Four weeks' annual leave (plus bank holidays)
Company pension
Flexible schedule
Referral programme
.
WHAT YOU'LL DO We are seeking a strong candidate to fill the IT Network Security Solutions Architect position in the Secure Networking squad at BCG. You will be working in a Security Engineering, Architecture, and Automation capacity across BCG's global network to drive and support improvements based on new and emerging trends. Areas of focus will include implementing ZeroTrust solutions with Zscaler across Cloud providers and datacenters, applying advanced threat protection and improving compliance through network security policy management, to name a few. You Will: Utilize knowledge of security design principles to design, implement, and manage end-to-end security solutions for BCG with a focus on Zscaler and SASE technologies Apply continuous improvement by assessing BCG's security needs and provide recommendations to enhance our overall security posture Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Zscaler solutions into existing IT infrastructure Conduct thorough analysis of security requirements, architecture, and policies Develop and maintain documentation for security configurations, guidelines, and best practices Stay updated on industry trends, emerging threats, and Zscaler platform updates to ensure proactive security measures Provide technical expertise creating security roadmaps to include presentations to leadership Troubleshoot and resolve complex security issues related to Zscaler Offer training and guidance to internal teams on Zscaler security solutions Support vendor assessments, including proof of concepts and research into new security technologies Prepare and review monthly status reports and statistics Work in Agile framework YOU'RE GOOD AT Securing global networks and/or large enterprise environments preferably with automation tools and practices to ensure consistency and repeatability Engineering and implementation of Zero Trust solutions Maintain knowledge base and 'as built' documentation for network security services High degree of comfort with changing and maintaining connectivity for Cloud Computing environments Successfully interfacing and connecting with skilled technologists and non-technical stakeholders Ability to work in an Agile environment leveraging strong work management, organizational and planning skills Negotiating and consensus building between stakeholders where competing priorities exist, providing well-honed influencing skills You're able to effectively handle difficult and stressful situations with poise, tact and patience, while demonstrating a sense of urgency YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) Minimum 7+ years of network security engineering experience with large scale implementations distributed globally Proven experience as a Security Solutions Architect, with a focus on Zscaler technologies In-depth knowledge of network security, cloud security, and cyber threats Strong understanding of Zscaler's platform, features, and capabilities Demonstrated ability to design and implement security solutions for diverse environments Excellent communication skills for user and leadership interactions and team collaboration Relevant certifications such as Zscaler Certified Architect (ZCA) or equivalent Familiarity with industry compliance standards and regulations Problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment BA degree in computer or information sciences or similar field preferred Desirable DevOps experience with automation and scripting development tools Cloud security across AWS, Azure, GCP Next Generation Firewalls DNS Security expertise Related security certifications (e.g. CISSP, CCSP, SABSA, ITIL etc.) YOU'LL WORK WITH BCG's information technology group collaboratively delivers the latest digital technologies that enable our consultants to lead and our business to grow. For our IT jobs, we seek individuals with expertise in the areas of IT infrastructure, application development, business systems, collaborative and social technologies, information security, and project leadership.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
WHAT YOU'LL DO We are seeking a strong candidate to fill the IT Network Security Solutions Architect position in the Secure Networking squad at BCG. You will be working in a Security Engineering, Architecture, and Automation capacity across BCG's global network to drive and support improvements based on new and emerging trends. Areas of focus will include implementing ZeroTrust solutions with Zscaler across Cloud providers and datacenters, applying advanced threat protection and improving compliance through network security policy management, to name a few. You Will: Utilize knowledge of security design principles to design, implement, and manage end-to-end security solutions for BCG with a focus on Zscaler and SASE technologies Apply continuous improvement by assessing BCG's security needs and provide recommendations to enhance our overall security posture Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Zscaler solutions into existing IT infrastructure Conduct thorough analysis of security requirements, architecture, and policies Develop and maintain documentation for security configurations, guidelines, and best practices Stay updated on industry trends, emerging threats, and Zscaler platform updates to ensure proactive security measures Provide technical expertise creating security roadmaps to include presentations to leadership Troubleshoot and resolve complex security issues related to Zscaler Offer training and guidance to internal teams on Zscaler security solutions Support vendor assessments, including proof of concepts and research into new security technologies Prepare and review monthly status reports and statistics Work in Agile framework YOU'RE GOOD AT Securing global networks and/or large enterprise environments preferably with automation tools and practices to ensure consistency and repeatability Engineering and implementation of Zero Trust solutions Maintain knowledge base and 'as built' documentation for network security services High degree of comfort with changing and maintaining connectivity for Cloud Computing environments Successfully interfacing and connecting with skilled technologists and non-technical stakeholders Ability to work in an Agile environment leveraging strong work management, organizational and planning skills Negotiating and consensus building between stakeholders where competing priorities exist, providing well-honed influencing skills You're able to effectively handle difficult and stressful situations with poise, tact and patience, while demonstrating a sense of urgency YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) Minimum 7+ years of network security engineering experience with large scale implementations distributed globally Proven experience as a Security Solutions Architect, with a focus on Zscaler technologies In-depth knowledge of network security, cloud security, and cyber threats Strong understanding of Zscaler's platform, features, and capabilities Demonstrated ability to design and implement security solutions for diverse environments Excellent communication skills for user and leadership interactions and team collaboration Relevant certifications such as Zscaler Certified Architect (ZCA) or equivalent Familiarity with industry compliance standards and regulations Problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment BA degree in computer or information sciences or similar field preferred Desirable DevOps experience with automation and scripting development tools Cloud security across AWS, Azure, GCP Next Generation Firewalls DNS Security expertise Related security certifications (e.g. CISSP, CCSP, SABSA, ITIL etc.) YOU'LL WORK WITH BCG's information technology group collaboratively delivers the latest digital technologies that enable our consultants to lead and our business to grow. For our IT jobs, we seek individuals with expertise in the areas of IT infrastructure, application development, business systems, collaborative and social technologies, information security, and project leadership.
Solid understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud environments, DevOps, CI/CD and SRE Implementation of DevSecOps models along with necessary tooling, business change and processes. Implementing product centric operating model- Focussing on building the right product, cultivating right ways of working and managing the flow of value from concept to delivery Senior Manager - Cloud DevOps Architect Salary: 80,000 - 90,500 p/a (plus pension contribution, healthcare options and bonus) Base Location: (London/Manchester/Glasgow) Part Remote / Hybrid / UK-wide Why This Role We provide a host of opportunities for learning and certification through internal and partner led programmes. Client engagements give you the opportunity to work with our leadership and experienced consulting management, where you can learn from them, challenge them and accelerate your hands-on experience, delivery capability and industry insights. You'll learn how we write compelling client propositions, structure and lead high-profile transformation, and gain hands-on exposure to leading technologies, often taking an idea from a concept to a vision, to strategy and then execution. We hold monthly showcases of our digital transformation initiatives, sharing knowledge and showing off how the power of technology is impacting our clients. There are monthly team drinks, and it's a chance to connect face-to-face with the wider team over a few drinks in the city. The monthly team breakfasts give you a different, more relaxed setting to meet up in the office on Fridays to hear from the leadership, meet colleagues and discuss the trends and insights within the market. Team away days are always a chance to connect with the team, have fun and learn something new - sometimes even pizza-making or shuffle boarding. As part of your role you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the business and your own personal growth, through activities that form part of the following categories: Business Development - Leading/contributing to proposals, RFPs, bids, proposition development, client pitch contribution, client hosting at events. Internal contribution - Campaign development, internal think-tanks, whitepapers, practice development (operations, recruitment, team events & activities), offering development. Learning & development - Training to support your career development and the skills demand within the company, certifications etc. We'd Love to Meet Someone With You will bring experience in transformation through technology and optimize the way clients operate. Comfortable at working in a technology-driven environment, you will bring proven skills and experience in the following: Solid understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud environments, DevOps, CI/CD and SRE Implementation of DevSecOps models along with necessary tooling, business change and processes. Implementing product centric operating model- Focussing on building the right product, cultivating right ways of working and managing the flow of value from concept to delivery Experience in DevX, assessment of current development environment and implementing solutions that lead to more efficient, effective, and secure software development environment. Experience in lean process design and use of lean techniques like Value stream mapping to identify and remove waste from the system. Consulting/Coaching experience in implementing new ways of working and enabling agile delivery transformation. Enabling continuous delivery while ensuring reliability, quality, observability, and performance Understanding of build and deployment pipelines, test driven development, automated testing, Test data management, automated Environment provisioning, Version control, Monitoring and alerting and DevOps enablers. Understanding of observability and monitoring platform; Experience of having collaborated with developers to implement and improve observability and monitoring practices is preferred. Experience in leveraging DORA framework to effectively improve the performance of DevOps teams - Desired. Experience in defining OKRs/KPIs, setting up process/systems to measure, track and take corrective actions to drive speed, productivity, and quality improvements. Security and governance models for cloud engineering and operations -Desired Driving IT and business automation across product management, engineering, and operations -Desired ITIL and service management Being comfortable in a client-facing role, with previously consulting or advisory experience. To apply please click the "Apply" button and follow the instructions. For a further discussion, please contact Aaron Perdesi on 83zero Consulting Limited is a boutique consultancy specialising in Software Development & Agile within the UK. We provide high quality interim and permanent senior IT professionals.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Solid understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud environments, DevOps, CI/CD and SRE Implementation of DevSecOps models along with necessary tooling, business change and processes. Implementing product centric operating model- Focussing on building the right product, cultivating right ways of working and managing the flow of value from concept to delivery Senior Manager - Cloud DevOps Architect Salary: 80,000 - 90,500 p/a (plus pension contribution, healthcare options and bonus) Base Location: (London/Manchester/Glasgow) Part Remote / Hybrid / UK-wide Why This Role We provide a host of opportunities for learning and certification through internal and partner led programmes. Client engagements give you the opportunity to work with our leadership and experienced consulting management, where you can learn from them, challenge them and accelerate your hands-on experience, delivery capability and industry insights. You'll learn how we write compelling client propositions, structure and lead high-profile transformation, and gain hands-on exposure to leading technologies, often taking an idea from a concept to a vision, to strategy and then execution. We hold monthly showcases of our digital transformation initiatives, sharing knowledge and showing off how the power of technology is impacting our clients. There are monthly team drinks, and it's a chance to connect face-to-face with the wider team over a few drinks in the city. The monthly team breakfasts give you a different, more relaxed setting to meet up in the office on Fridays to hear from the leadership, meet colleagues and discuss the trends and insights within the market. Team away days are always a chance to connect with the team, have fun and learn something new - sometimes even pizza-making or shuffle boarding. As part of your role you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the business and your own personal growth, through activities that form part of the following categories: Business Development - Leading/contributing to proposals, RFPs, bids, proposition development, client pitch contribution, client hosting at events. Internal contribution - Campaign development, internal think-tanks, whitepapers, practice development (operations, recruitment, team events & activities), offering development. Learning & development - Training to support your career development and the skills demand within the company, certifications etc. We'd Love to Meet Someone With You will bring experience in transformation through technology and optimize the way clients operate. Comfortable at working in a technology-driven environment, you will bring proven skills and experience in the following: Solid understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud environments, DevOps, CI/CD and SRE Implementation of DevSecOps models along with necessary tooling, business change and processes. Implementing product centric operating model- Focussing on building the right product, cultivating right ways of working and managing the flow of value from concept to delivery Experience in DevX, assessment of current development environment and implementing solutions that lead to more efficient, effective, and secure software development environment. Experience in lean process design and use of lean techniques like Value stream mapping to identify and remove waste from the system. Consulting/Coaching experience in implementing new ways of working and enabling agile delivery transformation. Enabling continuous delivery while ensuring reliability, quality, observability, and performance Understanding of build and deployment pipelines, test driven development, automated testing, Test data management, automated Environment provisioning, Version control, Monitoring and alerting and DevOps enablers. Understanding of observability and monitoring platform; Experience of having collaborated with developers to implement and improve observability and monitoring practices is preferred. Experience in leveraging DORA framework to effectively improve the performance of DevOps teams - Desired. Experience in defining OKRs/KPIs, setting up process/systems to measure, track and take corrective actions to drive speed, productivity, and quality improvements. Security and governance models for cloud engineering and operations -Desired Driving IT and business automation across product management, engineering, and operations -Desired ITIL and service management Being comfortable in a client-facing role, with previously consulting or advisory experience. To apply please click the "Apply" button and follow the instructions. For a further discussion, please contact Aaron Perdesi on 83zero Consulting Limited is a boutique consultancy specialising in Software Development & Agile within the UK. We provide high quality interim and permanent senior IT professionals.
Location: Salisbury - Hybrid minimum 1/2 days a week (SC could be done remotely) Duration: 6 months with opportunity to extend Clearance: SC or DV clearance is a must and must be Sole British National Role Overview To lead the day to day technical operations of the Windows Team. Reporting to the head of Operating Systems. Individuals have a direct influence on profitability either as managers or as experts in a particular field. The field can relate to a variety of areas such as knowledge of a particular industry, technology, product, profession or skills area such as sales, account management or purchasing. Individuals could be contributors with specialist expertise or responsibility for the management of others. Roles at this level will typically be responsible for the provision of advice on policy implementation through such activities as scenario planning or resource modelling to inform strategic choices in decision making. The consequences of decision making would be operationally focused within a strategic framework. Key Responsibilities Manage the team including mentoring in order to grow and develop individuals. Creating a structure of SME's with client centric skills and future proofing our operations by continually enhancing our skills portfolio in line with the unified Digital strategy Project tasks under the guidance of the Project Manager, including: assisting with solution design, Estimating, high level and detailed design work where applicable, implementation. Aware of the relevant SLA structure and to respond, fix or escalate according to the limits set out within that structure. Write and maintain Operational and User procedures to ensure standards are met. Engaging in pre-sales activities to scope out potential solutions. Engage with Architects and Solutions Designers to validate potential options and make recommendations. Accurately assess effort and cost involved with implementation. Ensure that all tasks completed by the team are fully documented in accordance with the standards in place. Keep Project Management informed of progress in order to accurately assess time to complete tasks. Must haves: VMware Automation using Aria and VMware Orchestrator Linux administration / scripting Ansible / Javascript / Powershell Experience as a developer working in an Agile/Scrum environment. Cloud experience (especially on prem) a plus.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Location: Salisbury - Hybrid minimum 1/2 days a week (SC could be done remotely) Duration: 6 months with opportunity to extend Clearance: SC or DV clearance is a must and must be Sole British National Role Overview To lead the day to day technical operations of the Windows Team. Reporting to the head of Operating Systems. Individuals have a direct influence on profitability either as managers or as experts in a particular field. The field can relate to a variety of areas such as knowledge of a particular industry, technology, product, profession or skills area such as sales, account management or purchasing. Individuals could be contributors with specialist expertise or responsibility for the management of others. Roles at this level will typically be responsible for the provision of advice on policy implementation through such activities as scenario planning or resource modelling to inform strategic choices in decision making. The consequences of decision making would be operationally focused within a strategic framework. Key Responsibilities Manage the team including mentoring in order to grow and develop individuals. Creating a structure of SME's with client centric skills and future proofing our operations by continually enhancing our skills portfolio in line with the unified Digital strategy Project tasks under the guidance of the Project Manager, including: assisting with solution design, Estimating, high level and detailed design work where applicable, implementation. Aware of the relevant SLA structure and to respond, fix or escalate according to the limits set out within that structure. Write and maintain Operational and User procedures to ensure standards are met. Engaging in pre-sales activities to scope out potential solutions. Engage with Architects and Solutions Designers to validate potential options and make recommendations. Accurately assess effort and cost involved with implementation. Ensure that all tasks completed by the team are fully documented in accordance with the standards in place. Keep Project Management informed of progress in order to accurately assess time to complete tasks. Must haves: VMware Automation using Aria and VMware Orchestrator Linux administration / scripting Ansible / Javascript / Powershell Experience as a developer working in an Agile/Scrum environment. Cloud experience (especially on prem) a plus.
Solid understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud environments, DevOps, CI/CD and SRE Implementation of DevSecOps models along with necessary tooling, business change and processes. Implementing product centric operating model- Focussing on building the right product, cultivating right ways of working and managing the flow of value from concept to delivery Senior Manager - Cloud DevOps Architect Salary: 80,000 - 90,500 p/a (plus pension contribution, healthcare options and bonus) Base Location: (London/Manchester/Glasgow) Part Remote / Hybrid / UK-wide Why This Role We provide a host of opportunities for learning and certification through internal and partner led programmes. Client engagements give you the opportunity to work with our leadership and experienced consulting management, where you can learn from them, challenge them and accelerate your hands-on experience, delivery capability and industry insights. You'll learn how we write compelling client propositions, structure and lead high-profile transformation, and gain hands-on exposure to leading technologies, often taking an idea from a concept to a vision, to strategy and then execution. We hold monthly showcases of our digital transformation initiatives, sharing knowledge and showing off how the power of technology is impacting our clients. There are monthly team drinks, and it's a chance to connect face-to-face with the wider team over a few drinks in the city. The monthly team breakfasts give you a different, more relaxed setting to meet up in the office on Fridays to hear from the leadership, meet colleagues and discuss the trends and insights within the market. Team away days are always a chance to connect with the team, have fun and learn something new - sometimes even pizza-making or shuffle boarding. As part of your role you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the business and your own personal growth, through activities that form part of the following categories: Business Development - Leading/contributing to proposals, RFPs, bids, proposition development, client pitch contribution, client hosting at events. Internal contribution - Campaign development, internal think-tanks, whitepapers, practice development (operations, recruitment, team events & activities), offering development. Learning & development - Training to support your career development and the skills demand within the company, certifications etc. We'd Love to Meet Someone With You will bring experience in transformation through technology and optimize the way clients operate. Comfortable at working in a technology-driven environment, you will bring proven skills and experience in the following: Solid understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud environments, DevOps, CI/CD and SRE Implementation of DevSecOps models along with necessary tooling, business change and processes. Implementing product centric operating model- Focussing on building the right product, cultivating right ways of working and managing the flow of value from concept to delivery Experience in DevX, assessment of current development environment and implementing solutions that lead to more efficient, effective, and secure software development environment. Experience in lean process design and use of lean techniques like Value stream mapping to identify and remove waste from the system. Consulting/Coaching experience in implementing new ways of working and enabling agile delivery transformation. Enabling continuous delivery while ensuring reliability, quality, observability, and performance Understanding of build and deployment pipelines, test driven development, automated testing, Test data management, automated Environment provisioning, Version control, Monitoring and alerting and DevOps enablers. Understanding of observability and monitoring platform; Experience of having collaborated with developers to implement and improve observability and monitoring practices is preferred. Experience in leveraging DORA framework to effectively improve the performance of DevOps teams - Desired. Experience in defining OKRs/KPIs, setting up process/systems to measure, track and take corrective actions to drive speed, productivity, and quality improvements. Security and governance models for cloud engineering and operations -Desired Driving IT and business automation across product management, engineering, and operations -Desired ITIL and service management Being comfortable in a client-facing role, with previously consulting or advisory experience. To apply please click the "Apply" button and follow the instructions. For a further discussion, please contact Aaron Perdesi on 83zero Consulting Limited is a boutique consultancy specialising in Software Development & Agile within the UK. We provide high quality interim and permanent senior IT professionals.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Solid understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud environments, DevOps, CI/CD and SRE Implementation of DevSecOps models along with necessary tooling, business change and processes. Implementing product centric operating model- Focussing on building the right product, cultivating right ways of working and managing the flow of value from concept to delivery Senior Manager - Cloud DevOps Architect Salary: 80,000 - 90,500 p/a (plus pension contribution, healthcare options and bonus) Base Location: (London/Manchester/Glasgow) Part Remote / Hybrid / UK-wide Why This Role We provide a host of opportunities for learning and certification through internal and partner led programmes. Client engagements give you the opportunity to work with our leadership and experienced consulting management, where you can learn from them, challenge them and accelerate your hands-on experience, delivery capability and industry insights. You'll learn how we write compelling client propositions, structure and lead high-profile transformation, and gain hands-on exposure to leading technologies, often taking an idea from a concept to a vision, to strategy and then execution. We hold monthly showcases of our digital transformation initiatives, sharing knowledge and showing off how the power of technology is impacting our clients. There are monthly team drinks, and it's a chance to connect face-to-face with the wider team over a few drinks in the city. The monthly team breakfasts give you a different, more relaxed setting to meet up in the office on Fridays to hear from the leadership, meet colleagues and discuss the trends and insights within the market. Team away days are always a chance to connect with the team, have fun and learn something new - sometimes even pizza-making or shuffle boarding. As part of your role you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the business and your own personal growth, through activities that form part of the following categories: Business Development - Leading/contributing to proposals, RFPs, bids, proposition development, client pitch contribution, client hosting at events. Internal contribution - Campaign development, internal think-tanks, whitepapers, practice development (operations, recruitment, team events & activities), offering development. Learning & development - Training to support your career development and the skills demand within the company, certifications etc. We'd Love to Meet Someone With You will bring experience in transformation through technology and optimize the way clients operate. Comfortable at working in a technology-driven environment, you will bring proven skills and experience in the following: Solid understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud environments, DevOps, CI/CD and SRE Implementation of DevSecOps models along with necessary tooling, business change and processes. Implementing product centric operating model- Focussing on building the right product, cultivating right ways of working and managing the flow of value from concept to delivery Experience in DevX, assessment of current development environment and implementing solutions that lead to more efficient, effective, and secure software development environment. Experience in lean process design and use of lean techniques like Value stream mapping to identify and remove waste from the system. Consulting/Coaching experience in implementing new ways of working and enabling agile delivery transformation. Enabling continuous delivery while ensuring reliability, quality, observability, and performance Understanding of build and deployment pipelines, test driven development, automated testing, Test data management, automated Environment provisioning, Version control, Monitoring and alerting and DevOps enablers. Understanding of observability and monitoring platform; Experience of having collaborated with developers to implement and improve observability and monitoring practices is preferred. Experience in leveraging DORA framework to effectively improve the performance of DevOps teams - Desired. Experience in defining OKRs/KPIs, setting up process/systems to measure, track and take corrective actions to drive speed, productivity, and quality improvements. Security and governance models for cloud engineering and operations -Desired Driving IT and business automation across product management, engineering, and operations -Desired ITIL and service management Being comfortable in a client-facing role, with previously consulting or advisory experience. To apply please click the "Apply" button and follow the instructions. For a further discussion, please contact Aaron Perdesi on 83zero Consulting Limited is a boutique consultancy specialising in Software Development & Agile within the UK. We provide high quality interim and permanent senior IT professionals.
Solid understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud environments, DevOps, CI/CD and SRE Implementation of DevSecOps models along with necessary tooling, business change and processes. Implementing product centric operating model- Focussing on building the right product, cultivating right ways of working and managing the flow of value from concept to delivery Senior Manager - Cloud DevOps Architect Salary: 80,000 - 90,500 p/a (plus pension contribution, healthcare options and bonus) Base Location: (London/Manchester/Glasgow) Part Remote / Hybrid / UK-wide Why This Role We provide a host of opportunities for learning and certification through internal and partner led programmes. Client engagements give you the opportunity to work with our leadership and experienced consulting management, where you can learn from them, challenge them and accelerate your hands-on experience, delivery capability and industry insights. You'll learn how we write compelling client propositions, structure and lead high-profile transformation, and gain hands-on exposure to leading technologies, often taking an idea from a concept to a vision, to strategy and then execution. We hold monthly showcases of our digital transformation initiatives, sharing knowledge and showing off how the power of technology is impacting our clients. There are monthly team drinks, and it's a chance to connect face-to-face with the wider team over a few drinks in the city. The monthly team breakfasts give you a different, more relaxed setting to meet up in the office on Fridays to hear from the leadership, meet colleagues and discuss the trends and insights within the market. Team away days are always a chance to connect with the team, have fun and learn something new - sometimes even pizza-making or shuffle boarding. As part of your role you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the business and your own personal growth, through activities that form part of the following categories: Business Development - Leading/contributing to proposals, RFPs, bids, proposition development, client pitch contribution, client hosting at events. Internal contribution - Campaign development, internal think-tanks, whitepapers, practice development (operations, recruitment, team events & activities), offering development. Learning & development - Training to support your career development and the skills demand within the company, certifications etc. We'd Love to Meet Someone With You will bring experience in transformation through technology and optimize the way clients operate. Comfortable at working in a technology-driven environment, you will bring proven skills and experience in the following: Solid understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud environments, DevOps, CI/CD and SRE Implementation of DevSecOps models along with necessary tooling, business change and processes. Implementing product centric operating model- Focussing on building the right product, cultivating right ways of working and managing the flow of value from concept to delivery Experience in DevX, assessment of current development environment and implementing solutions that lead to more efficient, effective, and secure software development environment. Experience in lean process design and use of lean techniques like Value stream mapping to identify and remove waste from the system. Consulting/Coaching experience in implementing new ways of working and enabling agile delivery transformation. Enabling continuous delivery while ensuring reliability, quality, observability, and performance Understanding of build and deployment pipelines, test driven development, automated testing, Test data management, automated Environment provisioning, Version control, Monitoring and alerting and DevOps enablers. Understanding of observability and monitoring platform; Experience of having collaborated with developers to implement and improve observability and monitoring practices is preferred. Experience in leveraging DORA framework to effectively improve the performance of DevOps teams - Desired. Experience in defining OKRs/KPIs, setting up process/systems to measure, track and take corrective actions to drive speed, productivity, and quality improvements. Security and governance models for cloud engineering and operations -Desired Driving IT and business automation across product management, engineering, and operations -Desired ITIL and service management Being comfortable in a client-facing role, with previously consulting or advisory experience. To apply please click the "Apply" button and follow the instructions. For a further discussion, please contact Aaron Perdesi on 83zero Consulting Limited is a boutique consultancy specialising in Software Development & Agile within the UK. We provide high quality interim and permanent senior IT professionals.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Solid understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud environments, DevOps, CI/CD and SRE Implementation of DevSecOps models along with necessary tooling, business change and processes. Implementing product centric operating model- Focussing on building the right product, cultivating right ways of working and managing the flow of value from concept to delivery Senior Manager - Cloud DevOps Architect Salary: 80,000 - 90,500 p/a (plus pension contribution, healthcare options and bonus) Base Location: (London/Manchester/Glasgow) Part Remote / Hybrid / UK-wide Why This Role We provide a host of opportunities for learning and certification through internal and partner led programmes. Client engagements give you the opportunity to work with our leadership and experienced consulting management, where you can learn from them, challenge them and accelerate your hands-on experience, delivery capability and industry insights. You'll learn how we write compelling client propositions, structure and lead high-profile transformation, and gain hands-on exposure to leading technologies, often taking an idea from a concept to a vision, to strategy and then execution. We hold monthly showcases of our digital transformation initiatives, sharing knowledge and showing off how the power of technology is impacting our clients. There are monthly team drinks, and it's a chance to connect face-to-face with the wider team over a few drinks in the city. The monthly team breakfasts give you a different, more relaxed setting to meet up in the office on Fridays to hear from the leadership, meet colleagues and discuss the trends and insights within the market. Team away days are always a chance to connect with the team, have fun and learn something new - sometimes even pizza-making or shuffle boarding. As part of your role you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the business and your own personal growth, through activities that form part of the following categories: Business Development - Leading/contributing to proposals, RFPs, bids, proposition development, client pitch contribution, client hosting at events. Internal contribution - Campaign development, internal think-tanks, whitepapers, practice development (operations, recruitment, team events & activities), offering development. Learning & development - Training to support your career development and the skills demand within the company, certifications etc. We'd Love to Meet Someone With You will bring experience in transformation through technology and optimize the way clients operate. Comfortable at working in a technology-driven environment, you will bring proven skills and experience in the following: Solid understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud environments, DevOps, CI/CD and SRE Implementation of DevSecOps models along with necessary tooling, business change and processes. Implementing product centric operating model- Focussing on building the right product, cultivating right ways of working and managing the flow of value from concept to delivery Experience in DevX, assessment of current development environment and implementing solutions that lead to more efficient, effective, and secure software development environment. Experience in lean process design and use of lean techniques like Value stream mapping to identify and remove waste from the system. Consulting/Coaching experience in implementing new ways of working and enabling agile delivery transformation. Enabling continuous delivery while ensuring reliability, quality, observability, and performance Understanding of build and deployment pipelines, test driven development, automated testing, Test data management, automated Environment provisioning, Version control, Monitoring and alerting and DevOps enablers. Understanding of observability and monitoring platform; Experience of having collaborated with developers to implement and improve observability and monitoring practices is preferred. Experience in leveraging DORA framework to effectively improve the performance of DevOps teams - Desired. Experience in defining OKRs/KPIs, setting up process/systems to measure, track and take corrective actions to drive speed, productivity, and quality improvements. Security and governance models for cloud engineering and operations -Desired Driving IT and business automation across product management, engineering, and operations -Desired ITIL and service management Being comfortable in a client-facing role, with previously consulting or advisory experience. To apply please click the "Apply" button and follow the instructions. For a further discussion, please contact Aaron Perdesi on 83zero Consulting Limited is a boutique consultancy specialising in Software Development & Agile within the UK. We provide high quality interim and permanent senior IT professionals.
We are looking for an experienced Software Engineering Manager to join our growing team in Manchester, UK. Role Overview We're looking for a talented Software Engineering Manager to lead and empower a team of engineers in delivering exceptional software solutions. You'll be responsible for the technical health of your team's projects while fostering a positive and motivating work environment. Principal Accountabilities To be part of a high-performing team delivering scalable, resilient, customer-centric systems that make up our Personal Digital Platform. To help drive a high-performing engineering culture, providing technical leadership, guidance, and a coaching attitude to colleagues and team members. To work with the Scrum team to develop delivery schedules for projects. To collaborate with team members and stakeholders to deliver features from inception and throughout the lifecycle. To keep up to date with the latest technologies and contribute to the definition of engineering and technology strategy. To work with the team to continually improve practices and processes. To continually drive and optimise key engineering metrics e.g. DORA. Benefits Working here at Travel Counsellors, we value the hard work and effort that our colleagues put in. Because of this, you can expect a wide range of employee benefits, including: A competitive basic salary + annual company bonus Flexible hybrid working model (2 days home, 3 days office) Career development and promotional opportunities 25 days holidays (increasing to 28 after 5 years of service) A Moments That Matter Day (annually) Enhanced maternity/paternity pay Holiday buy and sell (up to 5 days per year) 3 paid days charity leave Company events, socials, and incentives 3x annual salary death in service benefit Company pension scheme Costco membership Salary sacrifice, company car scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Free breakfast, fruit, and hot/cold beverages Referral scheme Employee discount Private medical insurance (taxable benefit) or healthcare cash plan (costs incurred by employees) Essential Skills Key Requirements Minimum of 8 years experience in software engineering, with 3+ years experience in a similar leadership role, demonstrating strong progression and an aptitude to learn and develop A strong background in software development, ideally as a Software Engineer - building scalable, web-based systems Experience designing and building scalable, distributed, web-based systems. Experience with Node.js and .NET core Strong experience in building modern, cloud-based systems, service-based design and deployment Desirable Skills Experience in a fast-paced technology development environment is preferred Degree preferred from a leading university - Computer Science, Software Engineering, Maths or other numerate subjects or equivalent professional experience Experience in the Travel industry Ready to lead a team of talented software engineers? Apply now to become our next Software Engineering Manager and drive impactful projects to success! About Company Here at Travel Counsellors, our customers, communities and colleagues lie at the heart of everything we do - and that's what makes us special. For us, relationships come before transactions, and we are there for our customers, connecting with them on a deeply human level through the moments that matter. We've been changing lives for the past 30 years as the leading travel marketplace for self-employed travel entrepreneurs, empowering over 2,000 global independent travel agents to run successful leisure and corporate travel businesses. We pride ourselves in remaining a company that truly cares and has never wavered from its purpose - to redefine what personal means for a travel business. Our Travel Counsellors are supported by a team of over 300 super-talented people in our support offices to help them create unique, inspiring and exciting experiences for their customers whilst building lasting personal relationships that bring them back to us, time and time again. Our unique approach within the workplace - as well as towards customers - has seen us receive numerous awards and accolades, including being named The Best Place to Work in Travel at the 2022 TTG Travel Industry Awards, placing in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work list 2023 (Large Company) as well as being the first travel company to be awarded the Queen's Award for Enterprise in the Innovation category! We are expanding at a phenomenal rate - on the back of our record year in terms of revenue (over £930m) - and are looking for outstanding individuals to join our dedicated Head Office team to help the company continue to flourish.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
We are looking for an experienced Software Engineering Manager to join our growing team in Manchester, UK. Role Overview We're looking for a talented Software Engineering Manager to lead and empower a team of engineers in delivering exceptional software solutions. You'll be responsible for the technical health of your team's projects while fostering a positive and motivating work environment. Principal Accountabilities To be part of a high-performing team delivering scalable, resilient, customer-centric systems that make up our Personal Digital Platform. To help drive a high-performing engineering culture, providing technical leadership, guidance, and a coaching attitude to colleagues and team members. To work with the Scrum team to develop delivery schedules for projects. To collaborate with team members and stakeholders to deliver features from inception and throughout the lifecycle. To keep up to date with the latest technologies and contribute to the definition of engineering and technology strategy. To work with the team to continually improve practices and processes. To continually drive and optimise key engineering metrics e.g. DORA. Benefits Working here at Travel Counsellors, we value the hard work and effort that our colleagues put in. Because of this, you can expect a wide range of employee benefits, including: A competitive basic salary + annual company bonus Flexible hybrid working model (2 days home, 3 days office) Career development and promotional opportunities 25 days holidays (increasing to 28 after 5 years of service) A Moments That Matter Day (annually) Enhanced maternity/paternity pay Holiday buy and sell (up to 5 days per year) 3 paid days charity leave Company events, socials, and incentives 3x annual salary death in service benefit Company pension scheme Costco membership Salary sacrifice, company car scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Free breakfast, fruit, and hot/cold beverages Referral scheme Employee discount Private medical insurance (taxable benefit) or healthcare cash plan (costs incurred by employees) Essential Skills Key Requirements Minimum of 8 years experience in software engineering, with 3+ years experience in a similar leadership role, demonstrating strong progression and an aptitude to learn and develop A strong background in software development, ideally as a Software Engineer - building scalable, web-based systems Experience designing and building scalable, distributed, web-based systems. Experience with Node.js and .NET core Strong experience in building modern, cloud-based systems, service-based design and deployment Desirable Skills Experience in a fast-paced technology development environment is preferred Degree preferred from a leading university - Computer Science, Software Engineering, Maths or other numerate subjects or equivalent professional experience Experience in the Travel industry Ready to lead a team of talented software engineers? Apply now to become our next Software Engineering Manager and drive impactful projects to success! About Company Here at Travel Counsellors, our customers, communities and colleagues lie at the heart of everything we do - and that's what makes us special. For us, relationships come before transactions, and we are there for our customers, connecting with them on a deeply human level through the moments that matter. We've been changing lives for the past 30 years as the leading travel marketplace for self-employed travel entrepreneurs, empowering over 2,000 global independent travel agents to run successful leisure and corporate travel businesses. We pride ourselves in remaining a company that truly cares and has never wavered from its purpose - to redefine what personal means for a travel business. Our Travel Counsellors are supported by a team of over 300 super-talented people in our support offices to help them create unique, inspiring and exciting experiences for their customers whilst building lasting personal relationships that bring them back to us, time and time again. Our unique approach within the workplace - as well as towards customers - has seen us receive numerous awards and accolades, including being named The Best Place to Work in Travel at the 2022 TTG Travel Industry Awards, placing in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work list 2023 (Large Company) as well as being the first travel company to be awarded the Queen's Award for Enterprise in the Innovation category! We are expanding at a phenomenal rate - on the back of our record year in terms of revenue (over £930m) - and are looking for outstanding individuals to join our dedicated Head Office team to help the company continue to flourish.
Hardware Manager - £55,000 - £65,000 pa - Essex A leading Electronics Manufacturer are looking to bring on a Hardware Manager to lead their Hardware team developing and maintaining electronic devices used in the instrumentation and test industry. Responsibilities: Daily strategic planning and management of hardware related tasks and resources. Ensure Hardware team support and deliver on wider R&D goals. Reviewing, developing, implementing and improving electronics hardware systems and processes. Assist in design & testing i.e. fault finding, PCB design & layout where appropriate. Lead the review of design & product documentation. Managing and supporting engineer's performance. Key Skills/Experience: Degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or another relevant discipline. Team player with excellent interpersonal and leadership skills. Proven Leadership and/or management experience. Strong technical background in Electronics Hardware design. PCB design & layout (Altium preferred). Analogue & Digital Circuit design. Electronics Testing & Fault Finding. If you are interested in the position and think you have the skills required as a Hardware Manager, please don't hesitate to apply.Any questions, contact Oliver Bainbridge at or call .
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Hardware Manager - £55,000 - £65,000 pa - Essex A leading Electronics Manufacturer are looking to bring on a Hardware Manager to lead their Hardware team developing and maintaining electronic devices used in the instrumentation and test industry. Responsibilities: Daily strategic planning and management of hardware related tasks and resources. Ensure Hardware team support and deliver on wider R&D goals. Reviewing, developing, implementing and improving electronics hardware systems and processes. Assist in design & testing i.e. fault finding, PCB design & layout where appropriate. Lead the review of design & product documentation. Managing and supporting engineer's performance. Key Skills/Experience: Degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or another relevant discipline. Team player with excellent interpersonal and leadership skills. Proven Leadership and/or management experience. Strong technical background in Electronics Hardware design. PCB design & layout (Altium preferred). Analogue & Digital Circuit design. Electronics Testing & Fault Finding. If you are interested in the position and think you have the skills required as a Hardware Manager, please don't hesitate to apply.Any questions, contact Oliver Bainbridge at or call .
Job Summary: Digital Consultant with experience in delivering digital solutions for the hospitality or travel sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and a proven track record of success in digital delivery teams. This role requires expertise in both front-end and back-end architecture, along with proficiency in a range of technical tools and platforms specific to digital delivery in hospitality and travel sectors. Knowledge of the Oracle Opera platform is preferred. Responsibilities: As a Digital Consultant focused on hospitality sector, you will provide expert guidance and support to clients within the hospitality industry, helping them navigate the digital landscape to enhance their online presence and drive business growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative digital solutions for hospitality and travel clients, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical requirements. Lead the design and implementation of front-end and back-end architectures for digital projects, leveraging tools and frameworks such as Next.js, React.js, GraphQL, Java, Spring Boot, and REST services. Provide technical guidance and expertise to project teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards in digital delivery. Develop and maintain content management solutions using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) and AEM API development experience. Implement DevOps practices and tools to streamline development processes, including Jenkins, AWS, CI/CD pipelines, GitHub, and GitAction. Lead quality assurance efforts, both manual and automated, using frameworks such as Mocha with Webdriver.IO and JavaScript, ensuring the delivery of high-quality digital products. Collaborate closely with stakeholders, including clients, product owners, designers, developers, and QA engineers, to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction. Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in digital delivery, and incorporate them into project strategies and solutions. Utilize knowledge of the Oracle Opera platform to enhance digital solutions for clients in the hospitality sector, integrating with existing systems and optimizing performance. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). 8+ years of experience working in digital delivery teams, with a focus on the hospitality or travel sector. Strong technical skills with proficiency in front-end and back-end architecture , including Next.js, React.js, GraphQL , Java, Spring Boot, and REST services. Experience with content management systems , particularly Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), and AEM API development. Expertise in DevOps practices and tools, including Jenkins, AWS, CI/CD pipelines, GitHub, and GitAction. Hands-on experience with quality assurance , including both manual and automated testing using frameworks such as Mocha with Webdriver.IO and JavaScript. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders and project teams. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing technical challenges in digital delivery. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Knowledge of the Oracle Opera platform is considered a plus.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Job Summary: Digital Consultant with experience in delivering digital solutions for the hospitality or travel sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and a proven track record of success in digital delivery teams. This role requires expertise in both front-end and back-end architecture, along with proficiency in a range of technical tools and platforms specific to digital delivery in hospitality and travel sectors. Knowledge of the Oracle Opera platform is preferred. Responsibilities: As a Digital Consultant focused on hospitality sector, you will provide expert guidance and support to clients within the hospitality industry, helping them navigate the digital landscape to enhance their online presence and drive business growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative digital solutions for hospitality and travel clients, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical requirements. Lead the design and implementation of front-end and back-end architectures for digital projects, leveraging tools and frameworks such as Next.js, React.js, GraphQL, Java, Spring Boot, and REST services. Provide technical guidance and expertise to project teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards in digital delivery. Develop and maintain content management solutions using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) and AEM API development experience. Implement DevOps practices and tools to streamline development processes, including Jenkins, AWS, CI/CD pipelines, GitHub, and GitAction. Lead quality assurance efforts, both manual and automated, using frameworks such as Mocha with Webdriver.IO and JavaScript, ensuring the delivery of high-quality digital products. Collaborate closely with stakeholders, including clients, product owners, designers, developers, and QA engineers, to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction. Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in digital delivery, and incorporate them into project strategies and solutions. Utilize knowledge of the Oracle Opera platform to enhance digital solutions for clients in the hospitality sector, integrating with existing systems and optimizing performance. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). 8+ years of experience working in digital delivery teams, with a focus on the hospitality or travel sector. Strong technical skills with proficiency in front-end and back-end architecture , including Next.js, React.js, GraphQL , Java, Spring Boot, and REST services. Experience with content management systems , particularly Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), and AEM API development. Expertise in DevOps practices and tools, including Jenkins, AWS, CI/CD pipelines, GitHub, and GitAction. Hands-on experience with quality assurance , including both manual and automated testing using frameworks such as Mocha with Webdriver.IO and JavaScript. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders and project teams. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing technical challenges in digital delivery. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Knowledge of the Oracle Opera platform is considered a plus.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Digital Systems Manager to join this growing company who are based in Wallingford. As a Digital Systems Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the design, development, and deployment of tailored digital systems based on customer specifications. You will lead a team of system administrators and engineers, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality solutions within established time lines. Job Type: Permanent position Location: Wallingford, office based Salary: 33,000 - 40,000 (depending on experience) Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 9AM - 5.30PM As the Digital Systems Manager, you will be responsible for: Leading and mentoring a team of digital system administrators. Actively manage workflows, ensuring efficient and well-coordinated implementation. Provide technical expertise and guidance to the team in solving complex challenges. Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in digital systems. Actively participate in the end-to-end implementation of digital systems, from requirements gathering to deployment. Utilise your proficiency in SQL, HTML, CSS, XML, and JSON to contribute to effective system development. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and customisation. Implement and enforce quality assurance processes to deliver error-free solutions. Take a lead role in managing internal systems applications, with a particular emphasis on platforms like Salesforce. Oversee the customisation, optimisation, and integration of internal systems to enhance organizational efficiency. Collaborate with the internal and external customers to customise and implement solutions for ongoing system maintenance. Conduct thorough testing and validation of all digital systems to maintain optimal performance. Maintain clear and organised documentation to facilitate ongoing support and future enhancements. The successful candidate will have the following related skills / experience: Experience in an IT setting is essential. Proven experience in managing digital systems and leading teams. Strong project management skills, with a focus on delivering results within established time lines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with clients and team members. In-depth knowledge of SaaS solutions and white-labeling processes. Proficiency in SQL, HTML, CSS, XML, and JSON. Familiarity with Salesforce CRM. Extensive exposure to SaaS platforms. Must be willing to work variable Several years previous Customer Service or IT Support is a Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex challenges.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Digital Systems Manager to join this growing company who are based in Wallingford. As a Digital Systems Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the design, development, and deployment of tailored digital systems based on customer specifications. You will lead a team of system administrators and engineers, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality solutions within established time lines. Job Type: Permanent position Location: Wallingford, office based Salary: 33,000 - 40,000 (depending on experience) Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 9AM - 5.30PM As the Digital Systems Manager, you will be responsible for: Leading and mentoring a team of digital system administrators. Actively manage workflows, ensuring efficient and well-coordinated implementation. Provide technical expertise and guidance to the team in solving complex challenges. Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in digital systems. Actively participate in the end-to-end implementation of digital systems, from requirements gathering to deployment. Utilise your proficiency in SQL, HTML, CSS, XML, and JSON to contribute to effective system development. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and customisation. Implement and enforce quality assurance processes to deliver error-free solutions. Take a lead role in managing internal systems applications, with a particular emphasis on platforms like Salesforce. Oversee the customisation, optimisation, and integration of internal systems to enhance organizational efficiency. Collaborate with the internal and external customers to customise and implement solutions for ongoing system maintenance. Conduct thorough testing and validation of all digital systems to maintain optimal performance. Maintain clear and organised documentation to facilitate ongoing support and future enhancements. The successful candidate will have the following related skills / experience: Experience in an IT setting is essential. Proven experience in managing digital systems and leading teams. Strong project management skills, with a focus on delivering results within established time lines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with clients and team members. In-depth knowledge of SaaS solutions and white-labeling processes. Proficiency in SQL, HTML, CSS, XML, and JSON. Familiarity with Salesforce CRM. Extensive exposure to SaaS platforms. Must be willing to work variable Several years previous Customer Service or IT Support is a Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex challenges.
Your new company and role This role is with Hays' public sector client based in Edinburgh. The team's products have been built in accordance with the Digital Scotland Service Standards. In the next few months there will be focus on designing and delivering an entirely new product. Our client's teams work using a broadly Kanban-style, flow-based approach. Rather than following any specific framework, they use the agile practices best suited to the needs of each team. The development teams use the full range of modern engineering practices, such as open-source technology, cloud deployment, test-driven development, pairing/mobbing and CI/CD. Main outcomes and objectives The main responsibilities of this role are as follows: Support teams in ensuring continuous improvement Visualise teams' work Concentrate on flow, limiting WIP and delivering value Adapt processes to suit the teams, their work and delivery of value to the customers, rather than applying a framework Monitor cycle times using quantitative tools such as Actionable Agile Build and maintain an open, trust-based environment Work closely with product managers, business analysts and other specialists in the teams, coaching them in agile working Foster strong, cohesive team dynamics and relationships, based on the principles of team autonomy, mastery and purpose Promote cross-team collaboration Actively contribute to a learning culture in the Agile Community of Practice (and the wider organisation) by regularly participating in, and sometimes leading, CoP meetings Engage with stakeholders across the organisation Work effectively with other suppliers, departments and agencies where appropriate Support digital service delivery, using the Digital Scotland Service Standard where required Essential skills and experience Agile experience Deep understanding of different agile concepts and techniques Evidence of embedding agile practices in teams Ability to use the most relevant practices Knowledge and understanding of agile product (software) development Experience of working with product teams which are experienced at working in an agile environment Ability to drive continuous improvement even in high-performing teams Digital and service experience An excellent understanding of good digital service delivery design Experience of working with teams building browser-based digital services Experience of different industries (some public-sector experience is desirable but not essential) Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Apr 18, 2024
Contractor
Your new company and role This role is with Hays' public sector client based in Edinburgh. The team's products have been built in accordance with the Digital Scotland Service Standards. In the next few months there will be focus on designing and delivering an entirely new product. Our client's teams work using a broadly Kanban-style, flow-based approach. Rather than following any specific framework, they use the agile practices best suited to the needs of each team. The development teams use the full range of modern engineering practices, such as open-source technology, cloud deployment, test-driven development, pairing/mobbing and CI/CD. Main outcomes and objectives The main responsibilities of this role are as follows: Support teams in ensuring continuous improvement Visualise teams' work Concentrate on flow, limiting WIP and delivering value Adapt processes to suit the teams, their work and delivery of value to the customers, rather than applying a framework Monitor cycle times using quantitative tools such as Actionable Agile Build and maintain an open, trust-based environment Work closely with product managers, business analysts and other specialists in the teams, coaching them in agile working Foster strong, cohesive team dynamics and relationships, based on the principles of team autonomy, mastery and purpose Promote cross-team collaboration Actively contribute to a learning culture in the Agile Community of Practice (and the wider organisation) by regularly participating in, and sometimes leading, CoP meetings Engage with stakeholders across the organisation Work effectively with other suppliers, departments and agencies where appropriate Support digital service delivery, using the Digital Scotland Service Standard where required Essential skills and experience Agile experience Deep understanding of different agile concepts and techniques Evidence of embedding agile practices in teams Ability to use the most relevant practices Knowledge and understanding of agile product (software) development Experience of working with product teams which are experienced at working in an agile environment Ability to drive continuous improvement even in high-performing teams Digital and service experience An excellent understanding of good digital service delivery design Experience of working with teams building browser-based digital services Experience of different industries (some public-sector experience is desirable but not essential) Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Position: Information Security Lead Salary: £59k Location: Oxford ( Hybrid ) Responsibilities: Develop and maintain an Information Security improvement plan for the group. Work with IT staff within the group to build on an existing information security program and ongoing security projects that address information security risks and compliance requirements. Recommend, coordinate and where appropriate, implement agreed technical controls. Be responsible for decisions regarding operational activities in relation to Information Security improvement within the group. Work with the Head of IT and College governance structures to create and maintain security policies. Monitor and report on compliance with security policies, as well as the enforcement of policies. Plan and prioritise own work ensuring effective support to the group and delivery of key Cyber Security improvement objectives. Research, evaluate, design, test, recommend and plan the implementation of new or updated information security hardware or software, and analyse its impact on the existing environment; provide technical and managerial expertise for the administration of security tools. Develop strong working relationships with the Head of IT, Technical Services Manager, and IT Managers to develop and implement controls and configurations aligned with security policies and legal, regulatory and audit requirements. Ensure all IT staff have access to IT systems limited by need and role. Research/evaluate emerging information security threats and ways to manage them. Assist Colleges with maintaining suitable TPSA templates and maintaining a list of assessed third parties. Monitor and test vulnerabilities in technological infrastructure, managed services, and devices. Use influencing skills to ensure collaborative working to engender a level of quality improvement across the group. Consult with IT colleagues to ensure that security is factored into the evaluation, selection, installation and configuration of hardware, applications, and software as part of Privacy by Design and Default. Manage and coordinate operational components of security incident management, including detection response and reporting. Manage the day-to-day activities of threat and vulnerability management, identify risk tolerances, recommend treatment plans, and communicate information about residual risk. Manage security projects, provide expert guidance on security matters for other IT projects and work with suppliers to obtain best value. Evaluate requests for exceptions to policies, ensuring sufficient mitigating controls are in place. Ensure audit trails, system logs and other monitoring data sources are reviewed periodically and are following policies and audit requirements. Review, escalate and action any unusual event behaviour identified through the groups information security systems. Create standards in system hardening, change management, documentation. Perform periodic firewall Ensure disaster recovery and data restoration processes work. Ensure appropriate Corrective and Preventative Actions are implemented in line with best practice guidance. Essential: A record of accomplishment in and experience of introducing Information Security Improvement through successfully designing, implementing, and improving IT security architecture and controls. Working technical knowledge in broad domains of IT infrastructure such as data networks, server and desktop hardware and operating systems, storage and backups, and related monitoring and management systems. Demonstrable experience of applying security controls in one or more of the following areas: Unix/Linux Servers, Windows servers, firewalls, IDS/IPS, vulnerability management, WAF, Wi-Fi, mobile security, Data Loss Prevention, digital certificates, encryption and authentication techniques, forensics, and LAN / WANs. Solid understanding of security protocols, cryptography, authentication, authorisation, and security. Able to manage own workload, resolve competing demands, and cope with changing priorities in a flexible and proactive way. High level of personal integrity, as well as the ability to handle confidential matters and show an appropriate level of judgment and maturity. Excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to communicate information security and risk-related concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. INDIT Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information. Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Position: Information Security Lead Salary: £59k Location: Oxford ( Hybrid ) Responsibilities: Develop and maintain an Information Security improvement plan for the group. Work with IT staff within the group to build on an existing information security program and ongoing security projects that address information security risks and compliance requirements. Recommend, coordinate and where appropriate, implement agreed technical controls. Be responsible for decisions regarding operational activities in relation to Information Security improvement within the group. Work with the Head of IT and College governance structures to create and maintain security policies. Monitor and report on compliance with security policies, as well as the enforcement of policies. Plan and prioritise own work ensuring effective support to the group and delivery of key Cyber Security improvement objectives. Research, evaluate, design, test, recommend and plan the implementation of new or updated information security hardware or software, and analyse its impact on the existing environment; provide technical and managerial expertise for the administration of security tools. Develop strong working relationships with the Head of IT, Technical Services Manager, and IT Managers to develop and implement controls and configurations aligned with security policies and legal, regulatory and audit requirements. Ensure all IT staff have access to IT systems limited by need and role. Research/evaluate emerging information security threats and ways to manage them. Assist Colleges with maintaining suitable TPSA templates and maintaining a list of assessed third parties. Monitor and test vulnerabilities in technological infrastructure, managed services, and devices. Use influencing skills to ensure collaborative working to engender a level of quality improvement across the group. Consult with IT colleagues to ensure that security is factored into the evaluation, selection, installation and configuration of hardware, applications, and software as part of Privacy by Design and Default. Manage and coordinate operational components of security incident management, including detection response and reporting. Manage the day-to-day activities of threat and vulnerability management, identify risk tolerances, recommend treatment plans, and communicate information about residual risk. Manage security projects, provide expert guidance on security matters for other IT projects and work with suppliers to obtain best value. Evaluate requests for exceptions to policies, ensuring sufficient mitigating controls are in place. Ensure audit trails, system logs and other monitoring data sources are reviewed periodically and are following policies and audit requirements. Review, escalate and action any unusual event behaviour identified through the groups information security systems. Create standards in system hardening, change management, documentation. Perform periodic firewall Ensure disaster recovery and data restoration processes work. Ensure appropriate Corrective and Preventative Actions are implemented in line with best practice guidance. Essential: A record of accomplishment in and experience of introducing Information Security Improvement through successfully designing, implementing, and improving IT security architecture and controls. Working technical knowledge in broad domains of IT infrastructure such as data networks, server and desktop hardware and operating systems, storage and backups, and related monitoring and management systems. Demonstrable experience of applying security controls in one or more of the following areas: Unix/Linux Servers, Windows servers, firewalls, IDS/IPS, vulnerability management, WAF, Wi-Fi, mobile security, Data Loss Prevention, digital certificates, encryption and authentication techniques, forensics, and LAN / WANs. Solid understanding of security protocols, cryptography, authentication, authorisation, and security. Able to manage own workload, resolve competing demands, and cope with changing priorities in a flexible and proactive way. High level of personal integrity, as well as the ability to handle confidential matters and show an appropriate level of judgment and maturity. Excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to communicate information security and risk-related concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. INDIT Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information. Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Cranleigh, Surrey
Junior Digital Project Manager £30,000 - £35,000 + Birthday Off +Progression + Training + Company Benefits Surrey/ Cranleigh Are you are a web designer or similar with a software/digital agency background looking to kickstart your career as a project manager in an exciting role managing digital projects for a bespoke web designer company who pride themselves on their great work environment where you will have numerous opportunities to progress? This bespoke web designer company provide a variety of services such as website design and branding services. With an ever increasing workload, they are looking to expand their team of 13. They supply into a range of sectors such as retail and provide services to companies of all sizes from small to UK wide businesses. This office-based role will see you working Mon-Fri (09:00am-17:30),overseeing the full project life cycle, managing projects, liaising with clients and stakeholders, budgeting, ensuring deadlines are met and managing project time lines. You will also have the opportunity to take the next step in your career to Project Manager. This exciting role would suit a web designer or similar ready to work for a company that pride themselves on their friendly work environment where you will always have access and snacks, coffee and parking with your birthday guaranteed to be off. The Role: Overseeing the full project life cycle, managing projects, liaising with clients and stakeholders. Budgeting, ensuring deadlines are met and managing project time lines. Office-based role Mon-Fri (09:00am-17:30) The Person: Web Designer or similar Software background/ Digital Agency Background Based near Surrey/ Cranleigh Based near Surrey/ Cranleigh Key Word - Project Manager, Web Designer, Software, Digital Agency, Websites, Designer, IT, Surrey, stakeholders, deadlines, Progression, Training, Surrey, Cranleigh, London Reference Number - BBBH If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Junior Digital Project Manager £30,000 - £35,000 + Birthday Off +Progression + Training + Company Benefits Surrey/ Cranleigh Are you are a web designer or similar with a software/digital agency background looking to kickstart your career as a project manager in an exciting role managing digital projects for a bespoke web designer company who pride themselves on their great work environment where you will have numerous opportunities to progress? This bespoke web designer company provide a variety of services such as website design and branding services. With an ever increasing workload, they are looking to expand their team of 13. They supply into a range of sectors such as retail and provide services to companies of all sizes from small to UK wide businesses. This office-based role will see you working Mon-Fri (09:00am-17:30),overseeing the full project life cycle, managing projects, liaising with clients and stakeholders, budgeting, ensuring deadlines are met and managing project time lines. You will also have the opportunity to take the next step in your career to Project Manager. This exciting role would suit a web designer or similar ready to work for a company that pride themselves on their friendly work environment where you will always have access and snacks, coffee and parking with your birthday guaranteed to be off. The Role: Overseeing the full project life cycle, managing projects, liaising with clients and stakeholders. Budgeting, ensuring deadlines are met and managing project time lines. Office-based role Mon-Fri (09:00am-17:30) The Person: Web Designer or similar Software background/ Digital Agency Background Based near Surrey/ Cranleigh Based near Surrey/ Cranleigh Key Word - Project Manager, Web Designer, Software, Digital Agency, Websites, Designer, IT, Surrey, stakeholders, deadlines, Progression, Training, Surrey, Cranleigh, London Reference Number - BBBH If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
UX Manager Location - Stamford Salary 50k - 55k Full time - Monday - Friday ( Hybrid ) Key Responsibilities Develop and implement a holistic UX strategy aligned with business goals, customer needs, and industry best practices. Define and communicate UX design principles, guidelines, and standards across the organisation. Lead and mentor a team of UX/UI designers and QA specialists. Foster a collaborative and innovative environment that encourages creativity and high-quality design outcomes. Conduct or oversee user research activities to gain insights into user behaviours, preferences, and pain points. Utilise data-driven insights to inform UX design decisions and identify areas for improvement. Create detailed user journey maps and user flows that illustrate the end-to-end user experience. Identify opportunities to enhance user interactions and streamline processes. Oversee the creation of wireframes and interactive prototypes to communicate design concepts and validate user interactions for new front end website updates to platforms. Plan and conduct usability testing sessions to gather user feedback and validate design solutions. Use test results to make data-informed design improvements. Ensure thorough quality assurance testing of front-end implementation and development to guarantee a best in class execution for users. Collaborate with development teams to ensure seamless integration of UX design into the product development lifecycle. Advocate for accessibility best practices and ensure that designs comply with accessibility standards to provide an inclusive experience for all users. Monitor and analyse UX metrics and analytics to measure the effectiveness of design solutions and make data-driven decisions for continuous improvement. Work closely with the digital team to conduct data-driven CRO initiatives. Analyse user behaviour, design persuasive calls-to-action, and implement A/B testing to optimise user journeys and increase conversions. Collaborate with the digital team and developers to implement personalised experiences based on user preferences, behaviour, and demographics. Leverage user research and data insights to deliver more relevant and engaging content to our users. Effectively communicate UX strategies & design concepts. Present findings and recommendations in a clear and compelling manner. Person Specification Qualifications & Experience Proven experience as a UX Manager or in a senior UX design role Strong leadership and people management skills, with a track record of leading and inspiring design teams Proficiency in user-centred design principles, design thinking, and UX methodologies Extensive experience with user research, usability testing, data-driven decision-making, QA & UAT Experience with wireframing and prototyping tools such as Sketch, Adobe XD, Figma, or similar Solid understanding of web and mobile design best practices, as well as the latest trends and technologies in UX Experience with project organisation tools such as Jira, Trello etc Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and recommendations to diverse audiences Demonstrated experience in implementing Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) strategies, conducting A/B tests, and analysing data to improve digital product performance Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodology User Experience (UX) Manager 4 Expertise in personalisation techniques and the ability to craft personalised user experiences based on user preferences and behaviour Hours 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (35 hour contractual working week), but the salary has been structured to take account of the need to occasionally work unsocial hours as required by a global organisation and therefore no additional remuneration will be paid outside of base salary) Benefits Life Assurance 4 times gross annual salary for death in service Healthcare - Private Medical Insurance through BUPA.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
UX Manager Location - Stamford Salary 50k - 55k Full time - Monday - Friday ( Hybrid ) Key Responsibilities Develop and implement a holistic UX strategy aligned with business goals, customer needs, and industry best practices. Define and communicate UX design principles, guidelines, and standards across the organisation. Lead and mentor a team of UX/UI designers and QA specialists. Foster a collaborative and innovative environment that encourages creativity and high-quality design outcomes. Conduct or oversee user research activities to gain insights into user behaviours, preferences, and pain points. Utilise data-driven insights to inform UX design decisions and identify areas for improvement. Create detailed user journey maps and user flows that illustrate the end-to-end user experience. Identify opportunities to enhance user interactions and streamline processes. Oversee the creation of wireframes and interactive prototypes to communicate design concepts and validate user interactions for new front end website updates to platforms. Plan and conduct usability testing sessions to gather user feedback and validate design solutions. Use test results to make data-informed design improvements. Ensure thorough quality assurance testing of front-end implementation and development to guarantee a best in class execution for users. Collaborate with development teams to ensure seamless integration of UX design into the product development lifecycle. Advocate for accessibility best practices and ensure that designs comply with accessibility standards to provide an inclusive experience for all users. Monitor and analyse UX metrics and analytics to measure the effectiveness of design solutions and make data-driven decisions for continuous improvement. Work closely with the digital team to conduct data-driven CRO initiatives. Analyse user behaviour, design persuasive calls-to-action, and implement A/B testing to optimise user journeys and increase conversions. Collaborate with the digital team and developers to implement personalised experiences based on user preferences, behaviour, and demographics. Leverage user research and data insights to deliver more relevant and engaging content to our users. Effectively communicate UX strategies & design concepts. Present findings and recommendations in a clear and compelling manner. Person Specification Qualifications & Experience Proven experience as a UX Manager or in a senior UX design role Strong leadership and people management skills, with a track record of leading and inspiring design teams Proficiency in user-centred design principles, design thinking, and UX methodologies Extensive experience with user research, usability testing, data-driven decision-making, QA & UAT Experience with wireframing and prototyping tools such as Sketch, Adobe XD, Figma, or similar Solid understanding of web and mobile design best practices, as well as the latest trends and technologies in UX Experience with project organisation tools such as Jira, Trello etc Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and recommendations to diverse audiences Demonstrated experience in implementing Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) strategies, conducting A/B tests, and analysing data to improve digital product performance Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodology User Experience (UX) Manager 4 Expertise in personalisation techniques and the ability to craft personalised user experiences based on user preferences and behaviour Hours 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (35 hour contractual working week), but the salary has been structured to take account of the need to occasionally work unsocial hours as required by a global organisation and therefore no additional remuneration will be paid outside of base salary) Benefits Life Assurance 4 times gross annual salary for death in service Healthcare - Private Medical Insurance through BUPA.
Position: Information Security Lead Salary: 59k Location: Oxford ( Hybrid ) Responsibilities: Develop and maintain an Information Security improvement plan for the group. Work with IT staff within the group to build on an existing information security program and ongoing security projects that address information security risks and compliance requirements. Recommend, coordinate and where appropriate, implement agreed technical controls. Be responsible for decisions regarding operational activities in relation to Information Security improvement within the group. Work with the Head of IT and College governance structures to create and maintain security policies. Monitor and report on compliance with security policies, as well as the enforcement of policies. Plan and prioritise own work ensuring effective support to the group and delivery of key Cyber Security improvement objectives. Research, evaluate, design, test, recommend and plan the implementation of new or updated information security hardware or software, and analyse its impact on the existing environment; provide technical and managerial expertise for the administration of security tools. Develop strong working relationships with the Head of IT, Technical Services Manager, and IT Managers to develop and implement controls and configurations aligned with security policies and legal, regulatory and audit requirements. Ensure all IT staff have access to IT systems limited by need and role. Research/evaluate emerging information security threats and ways to manage them. Assist Colleges with maintaining suitable TPSA templates and maintaining a list of assessed third parties. Monitor and test vulnerabilities in technological infrastructure, managed services, and devices. Use influencing skills to ensure collaborative working to engender a level of quality improvement across the group. Consult with IT colleagues to ensure that security is factored into the evaluation, selection, installation and configuration of hardware, applications, and software as part of Privacy by Design and Default. Manage and coordinate operational components of security incident management, including detection response and reporting. Manage the day-to-day activities of threat and vulnerability management, identify risk tolerances, recommend treatment plans, and communicate information about residual risk. Manage security projects, provide expert guidance on security matters for other IT projects and work with suppliers to obtain best value. Evaluate requests for exceptions to policies, ensuring sufficient mitigating controls are in place. Ensure audit trails, system logs and other monitoring data sources are reviewed periodically and are following policies and audit requirements. Review, escalate and action any unusual event behaviour identified through the groups information security systems. Create standards in system hardening, change management, documentation. Perform periodic firewall Ensure disaster recovery and data restoration processes work. Ensure appropriate Corrective and Preventative Actions are implemented in line with best practice guidance. Essential: A record of accomplishment in and experience of introducing Information Security Improvement through successfully designing, implementing, and improving IT security architecture and controls. Working technical knowledge in broad domains of IT infrastructure such as data networks, server and desktop hardware and operating systems, storage and backups, and related monitoring and management systems. Demonstrable experience of applying security controls in one or more of the following areas: Unix/Linux Servers, Windows servers, firewalls, IDS/IPS, vulnerability management, WAF, Wi-Fi, mobile security, Data Loss Prevention, digital certificates, encryption and authentication techniques, forensics, and LAN / WANs. Solid understanding of security protocols, cryptography, authentication, authorisation, and security. Able to manage own workload, resolve competing demands, and cope with changing priorities in a flexible and proactive way. High level of personal integrity, as well as the ability to handle confidential matters and show an appropriate level of judgment and maturity. Excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to communicate information security and risk-related concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. INDIT Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information. Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Position: Information Security Lead Salary: 59k Location: Oxford ( Hybrid ) Responsibilities: Develop and maintain an Information Security improvement plan for the group. Work with IT staff within the group to build on an existing information security program and ongoing security projects that address information security risks and compliance requirements. Recommend, coordinate and where appropriate, implement agreed technical controls. Be responsible for decisions regarding operational activities in relation to Information Security improvement within the group. Work with the Head of IT and College governance structures to create and maintain security policies. Monitor and report on compliance with security policies, as well as the enforcement of policies. Plan and prioritise own work ensuring effective support to the group and delivery of key Cyber Security improvement objectives. Research, evaluate, design, test, recommend and plan the implementation of new or updated information security hardware or software, and analyse its impact on the existing environment; provide technical and managerial expertise for the administration of security tools. Develop strong working relationships with the Head of IT, Technical Services Manager, and IT Managers to develop and implement controls and configurations aligned with security policies and legal, regulatory and audit requirements. Ensure all IT staff have access to IT systems limited by need and role. Research/evaluate emerging information security threats and ways to manage them. Assist Colleges with maintaining suitable TPSA templates and maintaining a list of assessed third parties. Monitor and test vulnerabilities in technological infrastructure, managed services, and devices. Use influencing skills to ensure collaborative working to engender a level of quality improvement across the group. Consult with IT colleagues to ensure that security is factored into the evaluation, selection, installation and configuration of hardware, applications, and software as part of Privacy by Design and Default. Manage and coordinate operational components of security incident management, including detection response and reporting. Manage the day-to-day activities of threat and vulnerability management, identify risk tolerances, recommend treatment plans, and communicate information about residual risk. Manage security projects, provide expert guidance on security matters for other IT projects and work with suppliers to obtain best value. Evaluate requests for exceptions to policies, ensuring sufficient mitigating controls are in place. Ensure audit trails, system logs and other monitoring data sources are reviewed periodically and are following policies and audit requirements. Review, escalate and action any unusual event behaviour identified through the groups information security systems. Create standards in system hardening, change management, documentation. Perform periodic firewall Ensure disaster recovery and data restoration processes work. Ensure appropriate Corrective and Preventative Actions are implemented in line with best practice guidance. Essential: A record of accomplishment in and experience of introducing Information Security Improvement through successfully designing, implementing, and improving IT security architecture and controls. Working technical knowledge in broad domains of IT infrastructure such as data networks, server and desktop hardware and operating systems, storage and backups, and related monitoring and management systems. Demonstrable experience of applying security controls in one or more of the following areas: Unix/Linux Servers, Windows servers, firewalls, IDS/IPS, vulnerability management, WAF, Wi-Fi, mobile security, Data Loss Prevention, digital certificates, encryption and authentication techniques, forensics, and LAN / WANs. Solid understanding of security protocols, cryptography, authentication, authorisation, and security. Able to manage own workload, resolve competing demands, and cope with changing priorities in a flexible and proactive way. High level of personal integrity, as well as the ability to handle confidential matters and show an appropriate level of judgment and maturity. Excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to communicate information security and risk-related concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. INDIT Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information. Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.