About us:
Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales with a strong reputation for high quality teaching and learning. We have six campuses across the city with over 4,500 full time learners and 10,000 part time learners. We currently have a turnover of over £50 million making us a major employer in the region with approximately 1,000 staff.
At Gower College Swansea we are passionate about investing in our staff and looking after their wellbeing to ensure they feel supported in work and also at home.
The role:
You will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality Data Analytics apprenticeship training and assessment on our work-based learning contract.
37 hours per week
Permanent
£31,498 - £36,642 per annum
Jubilee Court, Swansea, SA5
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver training and assessments across a range of courses ensuring schemes/records of work, assignment schedules, are appropriate to the syllabus content and awarding body standards
Work with customers in industry to maintain and build relationships and to secure contracts with existing and new organisations
Meet regularly with learners as determined by the programme delivery to establish and maintain monitoring and review arrangements for students undertaking training.
About you:
Level 4 qualification or equivalent in Data Analytics
Commercial knowledge, experience and understanding of industry, including training needs
Creative, innovative and enthusiastic
Benefits for you:
28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the college is closed for two weeks over the Christmas period
Free Parking
A Local Government Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 21% (2023)
Free annual subscription to the Headspace Mindfulness app
Discounted study opportunities on College programmes
Hybrid Working
View more benefits here: https://www.gcs.ac.uk/recruitment/benefits-and-wellbeing
We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.
If you wish to continue your application journey using Welsh Language, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh Language applications as we recognise the importance of delivering services in Welsh, and the need to grow our bilingual workforce.
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and require registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales.
Appointments will normally be made to the bottom of the salary scale with annual increments on 1st August each year (subject to a start date before 1st February).
May 15, 2023
Full time
About us:
Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales with a strong reputation for high quality teaching and learning. We have six campuses across the city with over 4,500 full time learners and 10,000 part time learners. We currently have a turnover of over £50 million making us a major employer in the region with approximately 1,000 staff.
At Gower College Swansea we are passionate about investing in our staff and looking after their wellbeing to ensure they feel supported in work and also at home.
The role:
You will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality Data Analytics apprenticeship training and assessment on our work-based learning contract.
37 hours per week
Permanent
£31,498 - £36,642 per annum
Jubilee Court, Swansea, SA5
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver training and assessments across a range of courses ensuring schemes/records of work, assignment schedules, are appropriate to the syllabus content and awarding body standards
Work with customers in industry to maintain and build relationships and to secure contracts with existing and new organisations
Meet regularly with learners as determined by the programme delivery to establish and maintain monitoring and review arrangements for students undertaking training.
About you:
Level 4 qualification or equivalent in Data Analytics
Commercial knowledge, experience and understanding of industry, including training needs
Creative, innovative and enthusiastic
Benefits for you:
28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the college is closed for two weeks over the Christmas period
Free Parking
A Local Government Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 21% (2023)
Free annual subscription to the Headspace Mindfulness app
Discounted study opportunities on College programmes
Hybrid Working
View more benefits here: https://www.gcs.ac.uk/recruitment/benefits-and-wellbeing
We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.
If you wish to continue your application journey using Welsh Language, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh Language applications as we recognise the importance of delivering services in Welsh, and the need to grow our bilingual workforce.
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and require registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales.
Appointments will normally be made to the bottom of the salary scale with annual increments on 1st August each year (subject to a start date before 1st February).
Test Analyst Web Applications
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £32,876 - £36,229 (Grade 5)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: 37 hours, Monday - Friday
Post number: 203436
Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced User Acceptance Tester to join our growing Digital Services Team.
Over a million people access information and services on the Natural Resources Wales website every year. These include helping businesses comply with environmental regulations to protect the Welsh environment and helping house holders understand their flood risk and prepare for flooding. It’s also an important platform for other public bodies and used by policy makers to access the evidence they need to help make decisions. And much more in-between!
Working in a multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with developers, testers and users of the NRW website and Content Management System. You will review and test applications to make sure developments work as expected and meet standards, such as accessibility.
You can find out more about our vision for user-centred services for the people of Wales in our Digital Strategy.
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of the following:
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to understand technical & business requirements to identify test data requirements and produce test conditions, scenarios and scripts in preparation and execution of a full range of testing including; functional, Integration and Regression activities across multiple teams.
Ability to create and maintain test documentation: e.g. test plans, TTRM, Test Exit reports, Test estimate schedules, and contribute to overall project test plans. Operate the agreed defect life cycle, ensuring defects are assigned to the relevant party, accepted for re-test, re-tested and approved.
Sound understanding of structured test models (e.g. Agile, Waterfall, V- Model), and the ability to work within them appropriately, technical architectures. (Microsoft Cloud technology).
Understanding of the use of test metrics to provide accurate reporting including test progress, scripting, defect tracking, and completion reporting using testing tools and will require applicants to be fully conversant with tools for test requirements.
Excellent technical skills and knowledge including:
Working for/within an organisation which is “data rich”, collecting and generating its own data for use in regulating others, managing its assets or informing others.
Building/working with corporate applications using cloud hosting services such as Azure and of working in environments using MS Sharepoint including Office 365.
Excellent communication and team working skills with the ability to work collaboratively and at pace responding to changes in environment, timescales and priorities, including the ability to work with senior management and internal and external customers and suppliers presenting complex/technical information in a format appropriate for the seniority and technical understanding of the audience. It is imperative to maintain assertive communication in the face of resource availability challenges from business users.
This role will offer a range of benefits, including:
Agile and flexible working
Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 26.6% to 30.3%
28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
Health and wellbeing benefits and support
Weekly well-being hour to use as you choose
For more information, please visit our website.
Dec 08, 2022
Full time
Test Analyst Web Applications
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £32,876 - £36,229 (Grade 5)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: 37 hours, Monday - Friday
Post number: 203436
Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced User Acceptance Tester to join our growing Digital Services Team.
Over a million people access information and services on the Natural Resources Wales website every year. These include helping businesses comply with environmental regulations to protect the Welsh environment and helping house holders understand their flood risk and prepare for flooding. It’s also an important platform for other public bodies and used by policy makers to access the evidence they need to help make decisions. And much more in-between!
Working in a multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with developers, testers and users of the NRW website and Content Management System. You will review and test applications to make sure developments work as expected and meet standards, such as accessibility.
You can find out more about our vision for user-centred services for the people of Wales in our Digital Strategy.
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of the following:
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to understand technical & business requirements to identify test data requirements and produce test conditions, scenarios and scripts in preparation and execution of a full range of testing including; functional, Integration and Regression activities across multiple teams.
Ability to create and maintain test documentation: e.g. test plans, TTRM, Test Exit reports, Test estimate schedules, and contribute to overall project test plans. Operate the agreed defect life cycle, ensuring defects are assigned to the relevant party, accepted for re-test, re-tested and approved.
Sound understanding of structured test models (e.g. Agile, Waterfall, V- Model), and the ability to work within them appropriately, technical architectures. (Microsoft Cloud technology).
Understanding of the use of test metrics to provide accurate reporting including test progress, scripting, defect tracking, and completion reporting using testing tools and will require applicants to be fully conversant with tools for test requirements.
Excellent technical skills and knowledge including:
Working for/within an organisation which is “data rich”, collecting and generating its own data for use in regulating others, managing its assets or informing others.
Building/working with corporate applications using cloud hosting services such as Azure and of working in environments using MS Sharepoint including Office 365.
Excellent communication and team working skills with the ability to work collaboratively and at pace responding to changes in environment, timescales and priorities, including the ability to work with senior management and internal and external customers and suppliers presenting complex/technical information in a format appropriate for the seniority and technical understanding of the audience. It is imperative to maintain assertive communication in the face of resource availability challenges from business users.
This role will offer a range of benefits, including:
Agile and flexible working
Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 26.6% to 30.3%
28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
Health and wellbeing benefits and support
Weekly well-being hour to use as you choose
For more information, please visit our website.
ERP Support Desk Analyst
Based in our Skipton, UK office
Are you looking for your next opportunity in an ERP role? Do you already have skills in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central?
MBP Solutions is experiencing a period of exciting growth, and we’re moving our ERP system to Business Central. This has created an opportunity for an ERP Administrator, ideally with Business Central experience, to work on our digitisation projects and provide helpdesk support for our growing international business. This role will provide 1st and 2nd line support to the business, as well as working closely with our gold partners to manage any escalated 3rd line support tickets and follow these through to completion. Ideally you will have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and/or previous Navision versions. Change management is a key aspect of the role, and the successful candidate will work with the business and process owners to define requirements, functional test and assist with any acceptance testing. Business Central is our core business system, and this role will be involved with a range of integration projects with third party applications as well as workflow/process development.
About us
At MBP Solutions, we believe passionately in the importance and benefit of being a ‘purpose-driven enterprise’. Having a strong and clear sense of purpose, setting out where we want to get to in the
future and explaining what we value most in terms of how we all want to work together is an essential part of our growth plan.
Founded in 1999, we specialise in adding value to biological by-products through our unique know-how regarding product applications, sustainability, sales and marketing, legal compliance and supply chain management. With a focus on the utilisation of the resources in biological by-products, MBP Solutions has developed a unique concept called OMBP (Outsourced Management of By-Products) 360ᵒ solutions
where by-products and wastes from more than 40 different factories in Europe, North America, Asia and Africa are managed in a sustainable
We have in place a set of strong and very simple messages that are built on everything that MBP Solutions has done to date. These statements are a reference point and reminder for all of us in MBP Solutions about how we want to work together, where we are heading and how we will get there:
We work together for a more sustainable world by helping industries reduce their impact on the
We turn one industry’s by-product into another industry’s raw material by partnering with them
to optimise resource use and generate added value.
We are global experts in by-products and their application, including supply chain management, international sales and marketing, legal compliance and
We want to be globally recognised as the go-to partner for industries who want to handle by-products in a sustainable and responsible way.
As employers, we work in a truly multi-national way, local to our customers but as a team across all the countries in which we operate. With offices in Europe, Asia and North America, we offer a collaborative, friendly and smart-working culture with a focus on innovation and delivering real value for our customers.
Your main tasks will be:
Business Central/Continia/Jet helpdesk function – dealing with internal queries relating to system use and potential bugs, escalating to gold partners when needed.
Working with the business to create functional requirements and user
Functional testing of enhancements completed by gold
Ensure that data owners are following best practice with regular reporting to highlight
Manage our master data and deal with requests for changes
Create training documents for administrative processes and system
Complete the onboarding/offboarding and training of new
Manage and maintain security roles and
Ensure preparedness for Microsoft updates, evaluate how this may affect MBP and provide a summary of key points and actions. Take actions as direction and prepare communications to wider company on changes or updates.
Review and analyse the current state of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and develop strategies for improving or further leveraging existing
Write news articles relating to Business Central and be the champion of the product.
We are looking for someone with the following essential experience or qualifications (please only apply if you can demonstrate your experience, by providing on the job or education examples):
A bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant IT
As a minimum, two years of experience configuring, maintaining, documenting and supporting a company’s ERP, with a preference for working experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or Dynamics NAV. Knowledge of other ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle will also be
General understanding of accounting and operations processes with logistics and sales process experience an
Knowledge of data management such as importing from spreadsheets and using data
Understanding of relational databases.
Advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills including SharePoint, Power Automate
Experience using Continia Document Capture and Jet Analytics (preferred, not required).
Experience of building relationships across all levels and areas of the business along with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
Written and verbal English language skills at business
Essential demonstrable Skills/Profile we are looking for:
Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Ability to work well on own initiative, presenting ideas
Strong analytical skills
Structured, methodical and well-organised
Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
Enthusiasm and self-motivation, with a proactive approach to all tasks
Team player who contributes to our collaborative culture
High attention to detail with evidenced problem-solving skills
A positive approach to change
Why work for us?
Sustainability has been part of our ideological backbone since the beginning, as our organisation captures and delivers value in economic, environmental and social terms.
Our business brings to life the concepts of industrial ecology and circular economy by materialising the idea that the co-stream of one industry can be used as a key resource by another.
Our technical expertise, market knowledge and legal understanding help to promote the optimal and efficient use of natural resources, reduce waste and toxic emissions, reduce operating costs and generate new revenue. As a result, we improve the environmental, economic and social performance of our suppliers and customers, with whom we work together to enable the recycling and recovery of residual resources. MBP has several sustainability and quality certifications and works actively with LEAN.
We offer:
A competitive salary
Working for an international company dedicated to sustainability, the environment and natural resources
Free parking
Our UK office is based on the Broughton Hall Estate in Skipton, where you are surrounded by the natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales
A friendly, professional and nurturing culture, dedicated to engagement and retention
Flexibility with hybrid working (up to 3 days a week from home) after a suitable period of review
Training opportunities with a focus on professional development
Occasional international travel to other MBP offices (role dependent)
For more information about MBP or the position, please visit www.mbpsolutions.com
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Sep 15, 2022
Full time
ERP Support Desk Analyst
Based in our Skipton, UK office
Are you looking for your next opportunity in an ERP role? Do you already have skills in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central?
MBP Solutions is experiencing a period of exciting growth, and we’re moving our ERP system to Business Central. This has created an opportunity for an ERP Administrator, ideally with Business Central experience, to work on our digitisation projects and provide helpdesk support for our growing international business. This role will provide 1st and 2nd line support to the business, as well as working closely with our gold partners to manage any escalated 3rd line support tickets and follow these through to completion. Ideally you will have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and/or previous Navision versions. Change management is a key aspect of the role, and the successful candidate will work with the business and process owners to define requirements, functional test and assist with any acceptance testing. Business Central is our core business system, and this role will be involved with a range of integration projects with third party applications as well as workflow/process development.
About us
At MBP Solutions, we believe passionately in the importance and benefit of being a ‘purpose-driven enterprise’. Having a strong and clear sense of purpose, setting out where we want to get to in the
future and explaining what we value most in terms of how we all want to work together is an essential part of our growth plan.
Founded in 1999, we specialise in adding value to biological by-products through our unique know-how regarding product applications, sustainability, sales and marketing, legal compliance and supply chain management. With a focus on the utilisation of the resources in biological by-products, MBP Solutions has developed a unique concept called OMBP (Outsourced Management of By-Products) 360ᵒ solutions
where by-products and wastes from more than 40 different factories in Europe, North America, Asia and Africa are managed in a sustainable
We have in place a set of strong and very simple messages that are built on everything that MBP Solutions has done to date. These statements are a reference point and reminder for all of us in MBP Solutions about how we want to work together, where we are heading and how we will get there:
We work together for a more sustainable world by helping industries reduce their impact on the
We turn one industry’s by-product into another industry’s raw material by partnering with them
to optimise resource use and generate added value.
We are global experts in by-products and their application, including supply chain management, international sales and marketing, legal compliance and
We want to be globally recognised as the go-to partner for industries who want to handle by-products in a sustainable and responsible way.
As employers, we work in a truly multi-national way, local to our customers but as a team across all the countries in which we operate. With offices in Europe, Asia and North America, we offer a collaborative, friendly and smart-working culture with a focus on innovation and delivering real value for our customers.
Your main tasks will be:
Business Central/Continia/Jet helpdesk function – dealing with internal queries relating to system use and potential bugs, escalating to gold partners when needed.
Working with the business to create functional requirements and user
Functional testing of enhancements completed by gold
Ensure that data owners are following best practice with regular reporting to highlight
Manage our master data and deal with requests for changes
Create training documents for administrative processes and system
Complete the onboarding/offboarding and training of new
Manage and maintain security roles and
Ensure preparedness for Microsoft updates, evaluate how this may affect MBP and provide a summary of key points and actions. Take actions as direction and prepare communications to wider company on changes or updates.
Review and analyse the current state of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and develop strategies for improving or further leveraging existing
Write news articles relating to Business Central and be the champion of the product.
We are looking for someone with the following essential experience or qualifications (please only apply if you can demonstrate your experience, by providing on the job or education examples):
A bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant IT
As a minimum, two years of experience configuring, maintaining, documenting and supporting a company’s ERP, with a preference for working experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or Dynamics NAV. Knowledge of other ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle will also be
General understanding of accounting and operations processes with logistics and sales process experience an
Knowledge of data management such as importing from spreadsheets and using data
Understanding of relational databases.
Advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills including SharePoint, Power Automate
Experience using Continia Document Capture and Jet Analytics (preferred, not required).
Experience of building relationships across all levels and areas of the business along with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
Written and verbal English language skills at business
Essential demonstrable Skills/Profile we are looking for:
Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Ability to work well on own initiative, presenting ideas
Strong analytical skills
Structured, methodical and well-organised
Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
Enthusiasm and self-motivation, with a proactive approach to all tasks
Team player who contributes to our collaborative culture
High attention to detail with evidenced problem-solving skills
A positive approach to change
Why work for us?
Sustainability has been part of our ideological backbone since the beginning, as our organisation captures and delivers value in economic, environmental and social terms.
Our business brings to life the concepts of industrial ecology and circular economy by materialising the idea that the co-stream of one industry can be used as a key resource by another.
Our technical expertise, market knowledge and legal understanding help to promote the optimal and efficient use of natural resources, reduce waste and toxic emissions, reduce operating costs and generate new revenue. As a result, we improve the environmental, economic and social performance of our suppliers and customers, with whom we work together to enable the recycling and recovery of residual resources. MBP has several sustainability and quality certifications and works actively with LEAN.
We offer:
A competitive salary
Working for an international company dedicated to sustainability, the environment and natural resources
Free parking
Our UK office is based on the Broughton Hall Estate in Skipton, where you are surrounded by the natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales
A friendly, professional and nurturing culture, dedicated to engagement and retention
Flexibility with hybrid working (up to 3 days a week from home) after a suitable period of review
Training opportunities with a focus on professional development
Occasional international travel to other MBP offices (role dependent)
For more information about MBP or the position, please visit www.mbpsolutions.com
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Job Description for Business Analyst:
There’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you’ll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.
We’re an organisation that’s here to experiment and push the limits of what’s possible. So, if you’re keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.
The Technical Business Analysts (TBA) will act as an intermediary between the business and technical delivery teams. Working with Business Engagement Partners, IT project teams and business clients, the TBA will collect, clarify, and translate requirements into requirements definition and conceptual design (using appropriate tools and techniques) from which applications and solutions are developed.
The TBA may also provide project management for small technical projects and work packages.
Main Responsibilities for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Essential Criteria for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years’ worth of UK residency).
Desirable Criteria for Business Analyst:
Experience of working with both business and IT projects within a secure environment.
Willingness to travel to other UK locations and a full UK Driving license.
Comfortable in managing small projects, if required.
About The Company
Grounded in robust science and decades of experience, National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is the authoritative voice in the UK and beyond for technological development within the nuclear power sector.
Our unparalleled understanding of the science, challenges and opportunities makes us an unrivalled authority and partner in the field, providing experts, technologies, and access to cutting-edge facilities to organisations around the world.
Harnessing potential technologies and translating them into to industry-ready solutions means our pioneering approach spearheads international improvement and technological progress.
We work on projects as small as drilling a hole to analyse underground wastes with our integrated micro drilling technology, or as large as developing state-of-the-art power systems for spacecraft, based on radioactive materials
NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.
Recruitment Agency Notice
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.
Aug 19, 2022
Full time
Job Description for Business Analyst:
There’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you’ll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.
We’re an organisation that’s here to experiment and push the limits of what’s possible. So, if you’re keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.
The Technical Business Analysts (TBA) will act as an intermediary between the business and technical delivery teams. Working with Business Engagement Partners, IT project teams and business clients, the TBA will collect, clarify, and translate requirements into requirements definition and conceptual design (using appropriate tools and techniques) from which applications and solutions are developed.
The TBA may also provide project management for small technical projects and work packages.
Main Responsibilities for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Essential Criteria for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years’ worth of UK residency).
Desirable Criteria for Business Analyst:
Experience of working with both business and IT projects within a secure environment.
Willingness to travel to other UK locations and a full UK Driving license.
Comfortable in managing small projects, if required.
About The Company
Grounded in robust science and decades of experience, National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is the authoritative voice in the UK and beyond for technological development within the nuclear power sector.
Our unparalleled understanding of the science, challenges and opportunities makes us an unrivalled authority and partner in the field, providing experts, technologies, and access to cutting-edge facilities to organisations around the world.
Harnessing potential technologies and translating them into to industry-ready solutions means our pioneering approach spearheads international improvement and technological progress.
We work on projects as small as drilling a hole to analyse underground wastes with our integrated micro drilling technology, or as large as developing state-of-the-art power systems for spacecraft, based on radioactive materials
NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.
Recruitment Agency Notice
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Data Engineer to join our Data & Analytics team on a permanent basis. The role will be based across our office in London Bridge and remotely as we operate a hybrid model of working.
Data is at the heart of what PRS do and we have an aspiration to develop advanced data analytics to gain deeper insights for its members and the business.
We believe that this can be driven through:
Meaningful member insights which will allow them to exploit new opportunities
Improved data driven member services
Identify new revenue opportunities & markets
Data driven marketing activities
Identify opportunities for increased business visibility, agility
Instrumenting our data pipelines to provide near real-time operational metadata showing quality, throughput, and other operational aspects
This will require interrogation of both internal and external unstructured data sources using a variety of techniques.
About the Role
The role of Data Engineer will work within the Analytics Engineering Team to provide development capability for analytics assets, including supporting the production of MVPs (Minimum Viable Products) / POCs (Proof of Concept) working with internal and external suppliers to advance PRS for Music’s analytics capability.
Over time, the Data Engineer will also work closely with our Enterprise Architects & wider Data Team to develop our data analytics platform and replace legacy solutions.
The Data Engineer will work with Developers, Data Scientist and Analysts within the Data function to create business specific analytics and reporting solutions to be used by Data Analysts and for self-service in the business.
Other duties will include, but limited to:
Design construct and test data infrastructures that will support complex data analytics services
Align architecture with current and future business requirements and build towards an end state architecture defined by and with the & enterprise architect
Handle the engineering of all aspects of data analysis including data extract, data warehousing and output via analytics tools
Provide technical support for royalty distributions to our members
Apply modern programming language and tools, progressively upgrade existing solutions and decommission them as they become redundant
Identify data quality issues and find ways to improve data reliability, efficiency, and quality
Deploy sophisticated analytics programs, machine Learning and statistical methods as appropriate, working with the emerging Data Science function as appropriate
Work with the Analytics Team on unveiling data insights that may be useful to the business in improving service, reducing cost or to drive PRS’s growth ambitions
Identify tasks that could potentially be automated using Machine Learning both within production processes and within data warehousing and analytics domains
Help to maintain the integrity and security of the company’s databases and data warehouses
Explore and recommend practices and tools and keep skills updated as appropriate
About You
The successful candidate will have/be:
A relevant degree in a computer science related field, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent work-based experience
Academic qualification or professional training as a Data Engineer with a background in database and warehouse design and experience in modern data techniques including the use of Cloud based applications
Strong technical experience in building data solutions
A solid background in data engineering with proven experience in data warehouse, database design, data modelling and data analytics ideally backed up by certifications
Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Expert knowledge in data warehousing, data extraction and transformation, database/data warehouse design and the use of emerging Cloud based technologies
Expert skills in SQL and multiple programming languages across Azure Microsoft and or Oracle (OCI) technology stacks
Power BI (Developer) experience
Azure ecosystem (SSIS/ Synapse Pipelines, Azure Blob Storage/ Data Lakes, Azure SQL Dedicated Pools)
Why PRS?
We have worked hard at PRS for Music to create a culture where each colleague can bring their true selves to work and thrive.
We want you to have the work/life balance you need, so our flexible working approach covers both location and hours. You can work with your manager to find the hours that work best for you, as long as you are available for meetings when needed. We even provide the opportunity twice a year to work remotely, for up to a month at a time, in the UK or abroad.
We love music and host events so we can socialise as a team and share our passion. From our legendary Christmas Gig and PRS Presents to quizzes, drag queen bingo, comedy nights and team socials. Wellbeing is high on our agenda with a full programme of events, webinars, and initiatives, plus a team of Mental Health First Aiders to ensure we are happy, healthy and engaged.
Next Steps
Does this sound like you? If so, we would love to hear from you – apply now and send your CV & Covering Letter to recruitment@prsformusic.com
Covid-19 Recruitment Statement
PRS For Music is continuing to follow the Government recommendation in light of COVID -19 to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our staff, members and candidates.
Our focus is to provide our members with the best service and support, and therefore we remain focused on our resourcing strategy and continue to encourage applications for advertised roles.
We are transitioning back to a hybrid model of working across the organisation including in our recruitment process. Whilst our first stage interviews will take place remotely, we want you to experience the culture and working environment at PRS for Music. Therefore, once opened, our new Central London Hub, based in London Bridge will be used for second stage interviews.
We are committed to only recruit for vacancies that are essential to the livelihood and continued service to our members.
Please note: That due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to give feedback to all candidates at shortlisting stage. If you have not heard from us within 6 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful.
Many Thanks – The HR Team
May 13, 2022
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Data Engineer to join our Data & Analytics team on a permanent basis. The role will be based across our office in London Bridge and remotely as we operate a hybrid model of working.
Data is at the heart of what PRS do and we have an aspiration to develop advanced data analytics to gain deeper insights for its members and the business.
We believe that this can be driven through:
Meaningful member insights which will allow them to exploit new opportunities
Improved data driven member services
Identify new revenue opportunities & markets
Data driven marketing activities
Identify opportunities for increased business visibility, agility
Instrumenting our data pipelines to provide near real-time operational metadata showing quality, throughput, and other operational aspects
This will require interrogation of both internal and external unstructured data sources using a variety of techniques.
About the Role
The role of Data Engineer will work within the Analytics Engineering Team to provide development capability for analytics assets, including supporting the production of MVPs (Minimum Viable Products) / POCs (Proof of Concept) working with internal and external suppliers to advance PRS for Music’s analytics capability.
Over time, the Data Engineer will also work closely with our Enterprise Architects & wider Data Team to develop our data analytics platform and replace legacy solutions.
The Data Engineer will work with Developers, Data Scientist and Analysts within the Data function to create business specific analytics and reporting solutions to be used by Data Analysts and for self-service in the business.
Other duties will include, but limited to:
Design construct and test data infrastructures that will support complex data analytics services
Align architecture with current and future business requirements and build towards an end state architecture defined by and with the & enterprise architect
Handle the engineering of all aspects of data analysis including data extract, data warehousing and output via analytics tools
Provide technical support for royalty distributions to our members
Apply modern programming language and tools, progressively upgrade existing solutions and decommission them as they become redundant
Identify data quality issues and find ways to improve data reliability, efficiency, and quality
Deploy sophisticated analytics programs, machine Learning and statistical methods as appropriate, working with the emerging Data Science function as appropriate
Work with the Analytics Team on unveiling data insights that may be useful to the business in improving service, reducing cost or to drive PRS’s growth ambitions
Identify tasks that could potentially be automated using Machine Learning both within production processes and within data warehousing and analytics domains
Help to maintain the integrity and security of the company’s databases and data warehouses
Explore and recommend practices and tools and keep skills updated as appropriate
About You
The successful candidate will have/be:
A relevant degree in a computer science related field, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent work-based experience
Academic qualification or professional training as a Data Engineer with a background in database and warehouse design and experience in modern data techniques including the use of Cloud based applications
Strong technical experience in building data solutions
A solid background in data engineering with proven experience in data warehouse, database design, data modelling and data analytics ideally backed up by certifications
Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Expert knowledge in data warehousing, data extraction and transformation, database/data warehouse design and the use of emerging Cloud based technologies
Expert skills in SQL and multiple programming languages across Azure Microsoft and or Oracle (OCI) technology stacks
Power BI (Developer) experience
Azure ecosystem (SSIS/ Synapse Pipelines, Azure Blob Storage/ Data Lakes, Azure SQL Dedicated Pools)
Why PRS?
We have worked hard at PRS for Music to create a culture where each colleague can bring their true selves to work and thrive.
We want you to have the work/life balance you need, so our flexible working approach covers both location and hours. You can work with your manager to find the hours that work best for you, as long as you are available for meetings when needed. We even provide the opportunity twice a year to work remotely, for up to a month at a time, in the UK or abroad.
We love music and host events so we can socialise as a team and share our passion. From our legendary Christmas Gig and PRS Presents to quizzes, drag queen bingo, comedy nights and team socials. Wellbeing is high on our agenda with a full programme of events, webinars, and initiatives, plus a team of Mental Health First Aiders to ensure we are happy, healthy and engaged.
Next Steps
Does this sound like you? If so, we would love to hear from you – apply now and send your CV & Covering Letter to recruitment@prsformusic.com
Covid-19 Recruitment Statement
PRS For Music is continuing to follow the Government recommendation in light of COVID -19 to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our staff, members and candidates.
Our focus is to provide our members with the best service and support, and therefore we remain focused on our resourcing strategy and continue to encourage applications for advertised roles.
We are transitioning back to a hybrid model of working across the organisation including in our recruitment process. Whilst our first stage interviews will take place remotely, we want you to experience the culture and working environment at PRS for Music. Therefore, once opened, our new Central London Hub, based in London Bridge will be used for second stage interviews.
We are committed to only recruit for vacancies that are essential to the livelihood and continued service to our members.
Please note: That due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to give feedback to all candidates at shortlisting stage. If you have not heard from us within 6 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful.
Many Thanks – The HR Team
About the Role
The post-holder will be expected to support development of the Centre’s networked PC servers and all the online services they provide. You will be required to maintain optimum configuration and performance of the servers, the supported applications they run and any databases they hold.
About You
Applicants must hold a degree in a relevant subject or have substantial relevant experience. You must have systems administration experience supporting core business platforms using Microsoft based technologies (AD, ADFS, DNS, DFS, DHCP, IIS, etc) and infrastructure including Citrix and VMware ESXi/vSAN. Strong knowledge in storage technologies/connectivity is essential. In addition, experience of supporting a Checkpoint Next Gen security firewalls is desirable. You should be well organised, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. You will have strong communication skills and a friendly, positive, customer service-orientated disposition.
About the Department
Applications are invited for the post of Research Systems Analyst (PC) for the Barts CR-UK Centre. The Centre comprises of the Barts Cancer Institute and the Centre for Cancer Prevention and is at the forefront of cancer research in the areas of haematological malignancy, pancreatic cancer, women’s cancers and male genitourinary cancers.
About Queen Mary
At Queen Mary University of London, we believe that a diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unthinkable.
Throughout our history, we’ve fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. And we continue to live and breathe this spirit today, not because it’s simply ‘the right thing to do’ but for what it helps us achieve and the intellectual brilliance it delivers.
We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion in everything we do, in the belief that when views collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes form.
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities including an on-site nursery at the Mile End campus.
The post is based at the Charterhouse Square Campus in London. It is full time (35 hours per week), permanent appointment, with an expected start date of 26/07/2021. The starting salary will be Grade 4, in the range of £34,220 - £40,194 per annum, inclusive of London Allowance.
Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.
Informal enquiries should be addressed to (Mohamed Ali) at mohamed.ali@qmul.ac.uk or on +44 (0) 020 7882 3547.
To apply for the role, please click the ‘apply’ button below.
The closing date for applications is 26th November 2021.
The School of Medicine and Athena SWAN Charter for Women in Science.
Valuing Diversity & Committed to Equality
Nov 16, 2021
Full time
About the Role
The post-holder will be expected to support development of the Centre’s networked PC servers and all the online services they provide. You will be required to maintain optimum configuration and performance of the servers, the supported applications they run and any databases they hold.
About You
Applicants must hold a degree in a relevant subject or have substantial relevant experience. You must have systems administration experience supporting core business platforms using Microsoft based technologies (AD, ADFS, DNS, DFS, DHCP, IIS, etc) and infrastructure including Citrix and VMware ESXi/vSAN. Strong knowledge in storage technologies/connectivity is essential. In addition, experience of supporting a Checkpoint Next Gen security firewalls is desirable. You should be well organised, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. You will have strong communication skills and a friendly, positive, customer service-orientated disposition.
About the Department
Applications are invited for the post of Research Systems Analyst (PC) for the Barts CR-UK Centre. The Centre comprises of the Barts Cancer Institute and the Centre for Cancer Prevention and is at the forefront of cancer research in the areas of haematological malignancy, pancreatic cancer, women’s cancers and male genitourinary cancers.
About Queen Mary
At Queen Mary University of London, we believe that a diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unthinkable.
Throughout our history, we’ve fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. And we continue to live and breathe this spirit today, not because it’s simply ‘the right thing to do’ but for what it helps us achieve and the intellectual brilliance it delivers.
We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion in everything we do, in the belief that when views collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes form.
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities including an on-site nursery at the Mile End campus.
The post is based at the Charterhouse Square Campus in London. It is full time (35 hours per week), permanent appointment, with an expected start date of 26/07/2021. The starting salary will be Grade 4, in the range of £34,220 - £40,194 per annum, inclusive of London Allowance.
Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.
Informal enquiries should be addressed to (Mohamed Ali) at mohamed.ali@qmul.ac.uk or on +44 (0) 020 7882 3547.
To apply for the role, please click the ‘apply’ button below.
The closing date for applications is 26th November 2021.
The School of Medicine and Athena SWAN Charter for Women in Science.
Valuing Diversity & Committed to Equality
A well-known and established Law Firm is looking for Desktop Support Analyst to join their friendly team in their modern office based near London Bridge. Summary of RoleWorking with the wider IT team, the Desktop Support Analyst will cover 1st & 2nd line technical support of the firm's users, picking up calls escalated from the outsourced service desk or direct to the internal IT department.The role will cover support for a wide range of hardware and software; including desktop PCs, laptops, mobile phones, tablets, telephones and conferencing systems. The IT Support Analyst will assist the support team and work with external suppliers to ensure the efficient and effective use and performance of the firm's IT systems.The role is based in the firm's Bankside office with some working from home. The candidate will be required to support the Mayfair and Oxford offices which could involve occasional site visits. The candidate must be flexible to work a shift of 8am - 4pm, 9am - 5pm or 10am - 6pm as needed.Responsibilities Monitoring the IT Service desk and responding to allocated calls; prioritising and following-up calls and ensuring that users are supported in a timely and effective manner. Taking ownership of tickets assigned and using your knowledge, experience and persistence to work through to a successful resolution of the issue. Supporting hardware including (but not limited to) laptops, PC's, iOS Devices, MFD's etc. Supporting software including the Microsoft Office 2016 suite, Exchange online mailboxes, Mimecast, Windows 10/11, Elite 3E, iManage DMS, Intune InterAction, IntApp Open, Bighand, Oyez Forms, PDFDocs, Mitel telephony, Zoom and any other software packages / systems utilised by the firm. Re-imaging and preparing laptops for new starters and supplying equipment to users as required. Maintaining and updating the IT equipment asset management register. Day-to-day administration and support of the firm's applications and systems, ensuring that the firm's policies and procedures are followed at all times. Running early morning checks on overnight processes; Running investigating and resolving any unexpected events. Keeping the existing system documentation, procedures, knowledge-bases and user guides updated as required. Assisting the Reception team with the use of AV & VC equipment in the meeting rooms. Any other responsibilities reasonably assigned by the Head of IT.Apply today to be considered!
Jun 03, 2023
Full time
A well-known and established Law Firm is looking for Desktop Support Analyst to join their friendly team in their modern office based near London Bridge. Summary of RoleWorking with the wider IT team, the Desktop Support Analyst will cover 1st & 2nd line technical support of the firm's users, picking up calls escalated from the outsourced service desk or direct to the internal IT department.The role will cover support for a wide range of hardware and software; including desktop PCs, laptops, mobile phones, tablets, telephones and conferencing systems. The IT Support Analyst will assist the support team and work with external suppliers to ensure the efficient and effective use and performance of the firm's IT systems.The role is based in the firm's Bankside office with some working from home. The candidate will be required to support the Mayfair and Oxford offices which could involve occasional site visits. The candidate must be flexible to work a shift of 8am - 4pm, 9am - 5pm or 10am - 6pm as needed.Responsibilities Monitoring the IT Service desk and responding to allocated calls; prioritising and following-up calls and ensuring that users are supported in a timely and effective manner. Taking ownership of tickets assigned and using your knowledge, experience and persistence to work through to a successful resolution of the issue. Supporting hardware including (but not limited to) laptops, PC's, iOS Devices, MFD's etc. Supporting software including the Microsoft Office 2016 suite, Exchange online mailboxes, Mimecast, Windows 10/11, Elite 3E, iManage DMS, Intune InterAction, IntApp Open, Bighand, Oyez Forms, PDFDocs, Mitel telephony, Zoom and any other software packages / systems utilised by the firm. Re-imaging and preparing laptops for new starters and supplying equipment to users as required. Maintaining and updating the IT equipment asset management register. Day-to-day administration and support of the firm's applications and systems, ensuring that the firm's policies and procedures are followed at all times. Running early morning checks on overnight processes; Running investigating and resolving any unexpected events. Keeping the existing system documentation, procedures, knowledge-bases and user guides updated as required. Assisting the Reception team with the use of AV & VC equipment in the meeting rooms. Any other responsibilities reasonably assigned by the Head of IT.Apply today to be considered!
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. Part of the Sky family, We at Atom, provide a Mass amount of content to give people Positively gloriously great Tv entertainment, free from contracts at time and place that suites our customers. That's the entertainment they want, when they want it, how they want it, all on their terms! Our team members work with agility, and each have the power to change what we do and how we do it, all to improve the viewing experience on the 60+ devices, spanning across 3 Continents in over 124 territories And we are not stopping there! By supporting our apps on devices such as Samsung, LG, Android TVs, Gaming Consoles, STBs and so on, we make sure that engaging large, diverse audiences with premium entertainment is possible. Our vision is to deliver the world's best entertainment. "We are a team of developers, testers and technical analysts working very closely together to give viewers the best experience all over the globe! It's a very dynamic environment to be in, with many opportunities to learn and progress. We're looking forward to welcoming more dedicated people into our team" (Rick Thompson - Delivery Manager) What you'll do Develop Back-end web applications using Java and Spring. Unit, Functional and Performance test code for robustness including edge cases, usability and general reliability. Be part of a self-organising and multi-functional agile team. Use standard methodologies such as Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery etc. Write resilient code that will be continuously tested, deployed and will perform at scale. Contribute to the teams technical direction, tools and processes. Ensure the web app is highly performant, resilient and secure, well maintained and monitored in production Assist in the maintenance and support of the AWS infrastructure, Postgresql Database and Object Caching layers Strive for continuous improvement - be able to improve existing practices and techniques from within the team with enthusiasm As part of your role we expect you to be part of our on-call support rota once we deem you have sufficient knowledge. In line with many leading companies, we believe in the ethos that our technology teams support their own products. What you'll bring 5 years minimum experience in Back-end Java/ Spring web app development including exposure to Content Management and Content Distribution Networks. Good experience with REST APIs Knowledge of Unix/Linux and scripting languages (Bash, etc.) Experience in following development best practices including code quality, application architecture & design principles with the conviction to make your voice heard when pushing for technical excellence Accomplished in Back-end testing particularly unit & functional testing. Some experience in CI tooling (Jenkins/Concourse), working on legacy browser engines/TV devices & consoles, web build tools (e.g. webpack), security, performance optimisations & GraphQl is preferred but not essential. Good analytical skills & attention to detail, applicable across software design, requirement development & PR reviews Standout colleague attitude, knowledge sharing & mentoring are valued within our teams Superb communication skills both within own team & wider company and with both technical & non-technical partners Fast learner, and adaptable to change. Team overview Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Jun 03, 2023
Full time
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. Part of the Sky family, We at Atom, provide a Mass amount of content to give people Positively gloriously great Tv entertainment, free from contracts at time and place that suites our customers. That's the entertainment they want, when they want it, how they want it, all on their terms! Our team members work with agility, and each have the power to change what we do and how we do it, all to improve the viewing experience on the 60+ devices, spanning across 3 Continents in over 124 territories And we are not stopping there! By supporting our apps on devices such as Samsung, LG, Android TVs, Gaming Consoles, STBs and so on, we make sure that engaging large, diverse audiences with premium entertainment is possible. Our vision is to deliver the world's best entertainment. "We are a team of developers, testers and technical analysts working very closely together to give viewers the best experience all over the globe! It's a very dynamic environment to be in, with many opportunities to learn and progress. We're looking forward to welcoming more dedicated people into our team" (Rick Thompson - Delivery Manager) What you'll do Develop Back-end web applications using Java and Spring. Unit, Functional and Performance test code for robustness including edge cases, usability and general reliability. Be part of a self-organising and multi-functional agile team. Use standard methodologies such as Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery etc. Write resilient code that will be continuously tested, deployed and will perform at scale. Contribute to the teams technical direction, tools and processes. Ensure the web app is highly performant, resilient and secure, well maintained and monitored in production Assist in the maintenance and support of the AWS infrastructure, Postgresql Database and Object Caching layers Strive for continuous improvement - be able to improve existing practices and techniques from within the team with enthusiasm As part of your role we expect you to be part of our on-call support rota once we deem you have sufficient knowledge. In line with many leading companies, we believe in the ethos that our technology teams support their own products. What you'll bring 5 years minimum experience in Back-end Java/ Spring web app development including exposure to Content Management and Content Distribution Networks. Good experience with REST APIs Knowledge of Unix/Linux and scripting languages (Bash, etc.) Experience in following development best practices including code quality, application architecture & design principles with the conviction to make your voice heard when pushing for technical excellence Accomplished in Back-end testing particularly unit & functional testing. Some experience in CI tooling (Jenkins/Concourse), working on legacy browser engines/TV devices & consoles, web build tools (e.g. webpack), security, performance optimisations & GraphQl is preferred but not essential. Good analytical skills & attention to detail, applicable across software design, requirement development & PR reviews Standout colleague attitude, knowledge sharing & mentoring are valued within our teams Superb communication skills both within own team & wider company and with both technical & non-technical partners Fast learner, and adaptable to change. Team overview Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. Part of the Sky family, we're NOW, here to give people gloriously good TV, movies, sports and broadband free from contracts. That's the entertainment they want, when they want it, how they want it, all on their terms! Our team members work with agility, and each have the power to change what we do and how we do it, all to improve the viewing experience on the 60+ devices our customers can watch NOW app on. By supporting the app on devices such as Samsung, LG, Android TVs, Gaming Consoles, STBs and so on, we make sure that engaging large, diverse audiences with premium entertainment is possible. Our vision is to deliver the world's best entertainment. "We are a team of developers, testers and technical analysts working very closely together to give viewers the best experience when watching NOW! It's a very dynamic environment to work in, with many opportunities to learn and progress. We're looking forward to welcoming more talented people in our team" (Engineering Manager) What you'll do This is a role within a new project creating a set of Mobile applications that enable customers to browse, buy and watch Sky's content. You will be instrumental in developing working practices to enable a fast and efficient delivery capability Develop mobile applications using new emerging mobile platform technologies. Use standard agile methodologies such as Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery Collaborate daily with the Scrum team (Scrum Masters, Developers, Analysts, Testers & Designers) to help produce acceptance criteria for user stories, providing technical and domain expertise that will help drive decision making Work effectively with partners of various technical knowhow to turn an idea into a finished product. Quality should be at the heart of everything you do. Along with the wider team, you'll be responsible for ensuring quality and security of the application. This will include writing and maintain existing unit tests (TDD) and helping drive forward our efforts in BDD Create components to meet business requirements building robust high-volume applications Work with the platform and API teams to define the service interfaces to support the products What you'll bring Solid Android development background with excellent knowledge of Java and Kotlin Broad experience of developing user interfaces, working with UX/UI designers Awareness of principals of leading the development processes with an interest in agile development practices e.g. XP, Scrum and experience with TDD/BDD and unit testing Android applications Sound understanding of design patterns and solid grasp of Object Oriented design Experience working with RESTful APIs Familiarity with Server Side integration Ability to work alone / be self-directed / excellent problem solving skills Additional benefit: Knowledge of Video/Streaming technologies and applications Team overview Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Jun 03, 2023
Full time
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. Part of the Sky family, we're NOW, here to give people gloriously good TV, movies, sports and broadband free from contracts. That's the entertainment they want, when they want it, how they want it, all on their terms! Our team members work with agility, and each have the power to change what we do and how we do it, all to improve the viewing experience on the 60+ devices our customers can watch NOW app on. By supporting the app on devices such as Samsung, LG, Android TVs, Gaming Consoles, STBs and so on, we make sure that engaging large, diverse audiences with premium entertainment is possible. Our vision is to deliver the world's best entertainment. "We are a team of developers, testers and technical analysts working very closely together to give viewers the best experience when watching NOW! It's a very dynamic environment to work in, with many opportunities to learn and progress. We're looking forward to welcoming more talented people in our team" (Engineering Manager) What you'll do This is a role within a new project creating a set of Mobile applications that enable customers to browse, buy and watch Sky's content. You will be instrumental in developing working practices to enable a fast and efficient delivery capability Develop mobile applications using new emerging mobile platform technologies. Use standard agile methodologies such as Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery Collaborate daily with the Scrum team (Scrum Masters, Developers, Analysts, Testers & Designers) to help produce acceptance criteria for user stories, providing technical and domain expertise that will help drive decision making Work effectively with partners of various technical knowhow to turn an idea into a finished product. Quality should be at the heart of everything you do. Along with the wider team, you'll be responsible for ensuring quality and security of the application. This will include writing and maintain existing unit tests (TDD) and helping drive forward our efforts in BDD Create components to meet business requirements building robust high-volume applications Work with the platform and API teams to define the service interfaces to support the products What you'll bring Solid Android development background with excellent knowledge of Java and Kotlin Broad experience of developing user interfaces, working with UX/UI designers Awareness of principals of leading the development processes with an interest in agile development practices e.g. XP, Scrum and experience with TDD/BDD and unit testing Android applications Sound understanding of design patterns and solid grasp of Object Oriented design Experience working with RESTful APIs Familiarity with Server Side integration Ability to work alone / be self-directed / excellent problem solving skills Additional benefit: Knowledge of Video/Streaming technologies and applications Team overview Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. Part of the Sky family, We at Atom, Provide a Mass amount of content to give people Positively gloriously great TV entertainment, free from contracts at time and place that suites our customers. That's the entertainment they want, when they want it, how they want it, all on their terms! Our team members work with agility, and each have the power to change what we do and how we do it, all to improve the viewing experience on the 60+ devices, spanning across 3 Continents in over 124 territories And we are not stopping there! By supporting our apps on devices such as Samsung, LG, Android TVs, Gaming Consoles, STBs and so on, we make sure that engaging large, diverse audiences with premium entertainment is possible. Our vision is to deliver the world's best entertainment. "We are a team of developers, testers and technical analysts working very closely together to give viewers the best experience all over the globe! It's a very dynamic environment to work in, with many opportunities to learn and progress. We're looking forward to welcoming more talented people in our team" (Rick Thompson - Delivery Manager) What you'll do Develop front-end web applications using React (advanced), Typescript, Jest, React Testing Library & Cypress Be part of a self-organising and multi-functional agile team Write resilient code that will be continuously tested, deployed and will perform at scale Contribute to the teams technical direction, tools and processes Ensure the web app is highly performant, resilient and secure, well maintained and monitored in production What you'll bring 5 years minimum experience in front-end JavaScript/TypeScript web app development including React & Redux Proficiency in CI tooling (Jenkins/Concourse), working on web build tools (e.g. webpack), security, performance optimisations & GraphQl is preferred but not crucial. Experience in following development standard methodologies including code quality, application architecture & design principles with the conviction to make your voice heard when pushing for technical excellence Accomplished in front-end testing particularly unit & functional testing (Jest / React Testing Library). Experience with Visual Regression & integration testing would be a nice addition Good analytical skills & attention to detail, applicable across software design, requirement development & PR reviews Standout colleague attitude, knowledge sharing & mentoring are valued within our teams Superb communication skills both within own team & wider company and with both technical & non-technical partners Fast learner, and adaptable to change. Team overview Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. Inclusion: Recognised as an 'Inclusive Top 50 Employer' and a 'Times Top 50 Employer for Women', we're working hard to ensure we're a truly inclusive place to work. This means we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and the potential you'll bring to Sky. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working! And we'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Jun 03, 2023
Full time
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. Part of the Sky family, We at Atom, Provide a Mass amount of content to give people Positively gloriously great TV entertainment, free from contracts at time and place that suites our customers. That's the entertainment they want, when they want it, how they want it, all on their terms! Our team members work with agility, and each have the power to change what we do and how we do it, all to improve the viewing experience on the 60+ devices, spanning across 3 Continents in over 124 territories And we are not stopping there! By supporting our apps on devices such as Samsung, LG, Android TVs, Gaming Consoles, STBs and so on, we make sure that engaging large, diverse audiences with premium entertainment is possible. Our vision is to deliver the world's best entertainment. "We are a team of developers, testers and technical analysts working very closely together to give viewers the best experience all over the globe! It's a very dynamic environment to work in, with many opportunities to learn and progress. We're looking forward to welcoming more talented people in our team" (Rick Thompson - Delivery Manager) What you'll do Develop front-end web applications using React (advanced), Typescript, Jest, React Testing Library & Cypress Be part of a self-organising and multi-functional agile team Write resilient code that will be continuously tested, deployed and will perform at scale Contribute to the teams technical direction, tools and processes Ensure the web app is highly performant, resilient and secure, well maintained and monitored in production What you'll bring 5 years minimum experience in front-end JavaScript/TypeScript web app development including React & Redux Proficiency in CI tooling (Jenkins/Concourse), working on web build tools (e.g. webpack), security, performance optimisations & GraphQl is preferred but not crucial. Experience in following development standard methodologies including code quality, application architecture & design principles with the conviction to make your voice heard when pushing for technical excellence Accomplished in front-end testing particularly unit & functional testing (Jest / React Testing Library). Experience with Visual Regression & integration testing would be a nice addition Good analytical skills & attention to detail, applicable across software design, requirement development & PR reviews Standout colleague attitude, knowledge sharing & mentoring are valued within our teams Superb communication skills both within own team & wider company and with both technical & non-technical partners Fast learner, and adaptable to change. Team overview Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. Inclusion: Recognised as an 'Inclusive Top 50 Employer' and a 'Times Top 50 Employer for Women', we're working hard to ensure we're a truly inclusive place to work. This means we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and the potential you'll bring to Sky. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working! And we'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Overview / Responsibilities Wood's Projects business unit specialises in delivering predictable and consistent results in high complexity projects that include new technology, challenging construction logistics and, or sheer scale. Just like the nature and expansiveness of our sectors, so is our Projects business, in its solutions, abilities and global track record. Across any major capital project lifecycle, we provide a full suite of solutions from programme and project management, to engineering and design, procurement, construction and project delivery. Powered by a global team of more than 12,000 people, we deliver some of the world's boldest and most critical projects in many diverse and evolving sectors, including: Upstream / Midstream / Downstream Oil & Gas Chemicals Renewable Energy Power Mining & Minerals Industrials & Manufacturing Life Sciences Transportation Water Government services Wood currently has a requirement in for an Engineering Applications Support Engineer (Smartplant 3D, SmartPlant Review, SQL Server and Oracle Databases) on a permanent staff basis. This role will be based in our Reading office and would suit an individual with experience of supporting engineering applications in an FEED/EPC/PMC contracting environment. Duties will be split between as a Database Analyst, SmartPlant Review Administrator, and S3D Administrator roles. It is a customer facing role that covers system set-up, administration and problem resolution, and the use of application technologies to deliver improvements and efficiencies to engineering design activities. Implementation and support of engineering design applications Administration and configuration of 3D modelling tools Administration and configuration of SQL and Oracle data bases Assisting with development and customisation of system deliverables such as drawings / reports, based on project requirements Liaison with internal and external business customers to analyse and deliver system requirements Assisting in problem diagnosis and resolution Ensuring application developments or changes are fully tested Development of systems procedures Monitoring of system performance to ensure the smooth operation of deployed system s What we can offer Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across the energy transition, emerging and conventional energy sectors A caring team culture; we support each other professionally and personally, encouraging knowledge sharing across all areas of the business Energy Transition Academy; join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems - delivered by experts in their field Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business Competitive renumeration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market Flexible benefits package inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays),plus the potential for one additional 'flex day' per month. Further benefits include a generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests Global connections ; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession If all of this sounds good to you, review the requirements of the position below, then follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood. Skills / Qualifications HNC or equivalent preferred Project experience of Intergraph Smart 3D and SmartPlant Review Administration, Reference data (Catalogue) customisation, drawings reports, SQL Server and Oracle Database Administration essential Experience in 3D design with SmartPlant 3D Experience in a petrochemical engineering environment preferred You may read these details and consider not applying because your knowledge, experience and skills base doesn't fully cover every item listed, and that's understandable. However, we'd still like to hear from you. At Wood, we understand and acknowledge that everyone is different, we are committed to equal opportunities and want to access all the talent that is out there. We are committed to attracting a broad range of skills, knowledge and experiences and embrace differences. So even if you feel you don't have everything listed, but think you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills to help us unlock solutions to the world's most critical challenges and grow your potential do apply. Company Overview Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. Diversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
Jun 03, 2023
Full time
Overview / Responsibilities Wood's Projects business unit specialises in delivering predictable and consistent results in high complexity projects that include new technology, challenging construction logistics and, or sheer scale. Just like the nature and expansiveness of our sectors, so is our Projects business, in its solutions, abilities and global track record. Across any major capital project lifecycle, we provide a full suite of solutions from programme and project management, to engineering and design, procurement, construction and project delivery. Powered by a global team of more than 12,000 people, we deliver some of the world's boldest and most critical projects in many diverse and evolving sectors, including: Upstream / Midstream / Downstream Oil & Gas Chemicals Renewable Energy Power Mining & Minerals Industrials & Manufacturing Life Sciences Transportation Water Government services Wood currently has a requirement in for an Engineering Applications Support Engineer (Smartplant 3D, SmartPlant Review, SQL Server and Oracle Databases) on a permanent staff basis. This role will be based in our Reading office and would suit an individual with experience of supporting engineering applications in an FEED/EPC/PMC contracting environment. Duties will be split between as a Database Analyst, SmartPlant Review Administrator, and S3D Administrator roles. It is a customer facing role that covers system set-up, administration and problem resolution, and the use of application technologies to deliver improvements and efficiencies to engineering design activities. Implementation and support of engineering design applications Administration and configuration of 3D modelling tools Administration and configuration of SQL and Oracle data bases Assisting with development and customisation of system deliverables such as drawings / reports, based on project requirements Liaison with internal and external business customers to analyse and deliver system requirements Assisting in problem diagnosis and resolution Ensuring application developments or changes are fully tested Development of systems procedures Monitoring of system performance to ensure the smooth operation of deployed system s What we can offer Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across the energy transition, emerging and conventional energy sectors A caring team culture; we support each other professionally and personally, encouraging knowledge sharing across all areas of the business Energy Transition Academy; join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems - delivered by experts in their field Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business Competitive renumeration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market Flexible benefits package inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays),plus the potential for one additional 'flex day' per month. Further benefits include a generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests Global connections ; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession If all of this sounds good to you, review the requirements of the position below, then follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood. Skills / Qualifications HNC or equivalent preferred Project experience of Intergraph Smart 3D and SmartPlant Review Administration, Reference data (Catalogue) customisation, drawings reports, SQL Server and Oracle Database Administration essential Experience in 3D design with SmartPlant 3D Experience in a petrochemical engineering environment preferred You may read these details and consider not applying because your knowledge, experience and skills base doesn't fully cover every item listed, and that's understandable. However, we'd still like to hear from you. At Wood, we understand and acknowledge that everyone is different, we are committed to equal opportunities and want to access all the talent that is out there. We are committed to attracting a broad range of skills, knowledge and experiences and embrace differences. So even if you feel you don't have everything listed, but think you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills to help us unlock solutions to the world's most critical challenges and grow your potential do apply. Company Overview Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. Diversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. Part of the Sky family, We at Atom, Provide a Mass amount of content to give people Positively gloriously great TV entertainment, free from contracts at time and place that suites our customers. That's the entertainment they want, when they want it, how they want it, all on their terms! Our team members work with agility, and each have the power to change what we do and how we do it, all to improve the viewing experience on the 60+ devices, spanning across 3 Continents in over 124 territories And we are not stopping there! By supporting our apps on devices such as Samsung, LG, Android TVs, Gaming Consoles, STBs and so on, we make sure that engaging large, diverse audiences with premium entertainment is possible . Our vision is to deliver the world's best entertainment. "We are a team of developers, testers and technical analysts working very closely together to give viewers the best experience all over the globe! It's a very dynamic environment to work in, with many opportunities to learn and progress. We're looking forward to welcoming more talented people in our team" (Rick Thompson - Delivery Manager) What you'll do Develop front-end web applications using React (advanced), Typescript, Jest, React Testing Library & Cypress Be part of a self-organising and multi-functional agile team Write resilient code that will be continuously tested, deployed and will perform at scale Contribute to the teams technical direction, tools and processes Ensure the web app is highly performant, resilient and secure, well maintained and monitored in production What you'll bring 5 years minimum experience in front-end JavaScript/TypeScript web app development including React & Redux Proficiency in CI tooling (Jenkins/Concourse), working on web build tools (e.g. webpack), security, performance optimisations & GraphQl is preferred but not crucial. Experience in following development standard methodologies including code quality, application architecture & design principles with the conviction to make your voice heard when pushing for technical excellence Accomplished in front-end testing particularly unit & functional testing (Jest / React Testing Library). Experience with Visual Regression & integration testing would be a nice addition Good analytical skills & attention to detail, applicable across software design, requirement development & PR reviews Standout colleague attitude, knowledge sharing & mentoring are valued within our teams Superb communication skills both within own team & wider company and with both technical & non-technical partners Fast learner, and adaptable to change. Team overview Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. Inclusion: Recognised as an 'Inclusive Top 50 Employer' and a 'Times Top 50 Employer for Women', we're working hard to ensure we're a truly inclusive place to work. This means we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and the potential you'll bring to Sky. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working! And we'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Jun 03, 2023
Full time
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. Part of the Sky family, We at Atom, Provide a Mass amount of content to give people Positively gloriously great TV entertainment, free from contracts at time and place that suites our customers. That's the entertainment they want, when they want it, how they want it, all on their terms! Our team members work with agility, and each have the power to change what we do and how we do it, all to improve the viewing experience on the 60+ devices, spanning across 3 Continents in over 124 territories And we are not stopping there! By supporting our apps on devices such as Samsung, LG, Android TVs, Gaming Consoles, STBs and so on, we make sure that engaging large, diverse audiences with premium entertainment is possible . Our vision is to deliver the world's best entertainment. "We are a team of developers, testers and technical analysts working very closely together to give viewers the best experience all over the globe! It's a very dynamic environment to work in, with many opportunities to learn and progress. We're looking forward to welcoming more talented people in our team" (Rick Thompson - Delivery Manager) What you'll do Develop front-end web applications using React (advanced), Typescript, Jest, React Testing Library & Cypress Be part of a self-organising and multi-functional agile team Write resilient code that will be continuously tested, deployed and will perform at scale Contribute to the teams technical direction, tools and processes Ensure the web app is highly performant, resilient and secure, well maintained and monitored in production What you'll bring 5 years minimum experience in front-end JavaScript/TypeScript web app development including React & Redux Proficiency in CI tooling (Jenkins/Concourse), working on web build tools (e.g. webpack), security, performance optimisations & GraphQl is preferred but not crucial. Experience in following development standard methodologies including code quality, application architecture & design principles with the conviction to make your voice heard when pushing for technical excellence Accomplished in front-end testing particularly unit & functional testing (Jest / React Testing Library). Experience with Visual Regression & integration testing would be a nice addition Good analytical skills & attention to detail, applicable across software design, requirement development & PR reviews Standout colleague attitude, knowledge sharing & mentoring are valued within our teams Superb communication skills both within own team & wider company and with both technical & non-technical partners Fast learner, and adaptable to change. Team overview Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. Inclusion: Recognised as an 'Inclusive Top 50 Employer' and a 'Times Top 50 Employer for Women', we're working hard to ensure we're a truly inclusive place to work. This means we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and the potential you'll bring to Sky. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working! And we'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. Part of the Sky family, We at Atom, provide a Mass amount of content to give people Positively gloriously great Tv entertainment, free from contracts at time and place that suites our customers. That's the entertainment they want, when they want it, how they want it, all on their terms! Our team members work with agility, and each have the power to change what we do and how we do it, all to improve the viewing experience on the 60+ devices, spanning across 3 Continents in over 124 territories And we are not stopping there! By supporting our apps on devices such as Samsung, LG, Android TVs, Gaming Consoles, STBs and so on, we make sure that engaging large, diverse audiences with premium entertainment is possible . Our vision is to deliver the world's best entertainment. "We are a team of developers, testers and technical analysts working very closely together to give viewers the best experience all over the globe! It's a very dynamic environment to be in, with many opportunities to learn and progress. We're looking forward to welcoming more dedicated people into our team" (Rick Thompson - Delivery Manager) What you'll do Develop Back-end web applications using Java and Spring. Unit, Functional and Performance test code for robustness including edge cases, usability and general reliability. Be part of a self-organising and multi-functional agile team. Use standard methodologies such as Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery etc. Write resilient code that will be continuously tested, deployed and will perform at scale. Contribute to the teams technical direction, tools and processes. Ensure the web app is highly performant, resilient and secure, well maintained and monitored in production Assist in the maintenance and support of the AWS infrastructure, Postgresql Database and Object Caching layers Strive for continuous improvement - be able to improve existing practices and techniques from within the team with enthusiasm As part of your role we expect you to be part of our on-call support rota once we deem you have sufficient knowledge. In line with many leading companies, we believe in the ethos that our technology teams support their own products. What you'll bring 5 years minimum experience in Back-end Java/ Spring web app development including exposure to Content Management and Content Distribution Networks. Good experience with REST APIs Knowledge of Unix/Linux and scripting languages (Bash, etc.) Experience in following development best practices including code quality, application architecture & design principles with the conviction to make your voice heard when pushing for technical excellence Accomplished in Back-end testing particularly unit & functional testing. Some experience in CI tooling (Jenkins/Concourse), working on legacy browser engines/TV devices & consoles, web build tools (e.g. webpack), security, performance optimisations & GraphQl is preferred but not essential. Good analytical skills & attention to detail, applicable across software design, requirement development & PR reviews Standout colleague attitude, knowledge sharing & mentoring are valued within our teams Superb communication skills both within own team & wider company and with both technical & non-technical partners Fast learner, and adaptable to change. Team overview Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Jun 03, 2023
Full time
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. Part of the Sky family, We at Atom, provide a Mass amount of content to give people Positively gloriously great Tv entertainment, free from contracts at time and place that suites our customers. That's the entertainment they want, when they want it, how they want it, all on their terms! Our team members work with agility, and each have the power to change what we do and how we do it, all to improve the viewing experience on the 60+ devices, spanning across 3 Continents in over 124 territories And we are not stopping there! By supporting our apps on devices such as Samsung, LG, Android TVs, Gaming Consoles, STBs and so on, we make sure that engaging large, diverse audiences with premium entertainment is possible . Our vision is to deliver the world's best entertainment. "We are a team of developers, testers and technical analysts working very closely together to give viewers the best experience all over the globe! It's a very dynamic environment to be in, with many opportunities to learn and progress. We're looking forward to welcoming more dedicated people into our team" (Rick Thompson - Delivery Manager) What you'll do Develop Back-end web applications using Java and Spring. Unit, Functional and Performance test code for robustness including edge cases, usability and general reliability. Be part of a self-organising and multi-functional agile team. Use standard methodologies such as Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery etc. Write resilient code that will be continuously tested, deployed and will perform at scale. Contribute to the teams technical direction, tools and processes. Ensure the web app is highly performant, resilient and secure, well maintained and monitored in production Assist in the maintenance and support of the AWS infrastructure, Postgresql Database and Object Caching layers Strive for continuous improvement - be able to improve existing practices and techniques from within the team with enthusiasm As part of your role we expect you to be part of our on-call support rota once we deem you have sufficient knowledge. In line with many leading companies, we believe in the ethos that our technology teams support their own products. What you'll bring 5 years minimum experience in Back-end Java/ Spring web app development including exposure to Content Management and Content Distribution Networks. Good experience with REST APIs Knowledge of Unix/Linux and scripting languages (Bash, etc.) Experience in following development best practices including code quality, application architecture & design principles with the conviction to make your voice heard when pushing for technical excellence Accomplished in Back-end testing particularly unit & functional testing. Some experience in CI tooling (Jenkins/Concourse), working on legacy browser engines/TV devices & consoles, web build tools (e.g. webpack), security, performance optimisations & GraphQl is preferred but not essential. Good analytical skills & attention to detail, applicable across software design, requirement development & PR reviews Standout colleague attitude, knowledge sharing & mentoring are valued within our teams Superb communication skills both within own team & wider company and with both technical & non-technical partners Fast learner, and adaptable to change. Team overview Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do Part of the Sky family, we're NOW, here to give people gloriously good TV, movies, sports and broadband free from contracts. That's the entertainment they want, when they want it, how they want it, all on their terms! Our team members work with agility, and each have the power to change what we do and how we do it, all to improve the viewing experience on the 60+ devices our customers can watch NOW app on. By supporting the app on devices such as Samsung, LG, Android TVs, Gaming Consoles, STBs and so on, we make sure that engaging large, diverse audiences with premium entertainment is possible . Our vision is to deliver the world's best entertainment. "We are a team of developers, testers and technical analysts working very closely together to give viewers the best experience when watching NOW! It's a very dynamic environment to work in, with many opportunities to learn and progress. We're looking forward to welcoming more talented people in our team" (Engineering Manager) Develop excellent quality software Work with the team to improve agile techniques To be proactive on support To take ownership of feature from start to end with the team To support the team with success release by providing feedback to business/stakeholders Experience using CI/CD pipeline Experience using multiple front end technology Take an active role in the design and architecture of the application Assist in story definition, assisting QA's and product owners/leads with Acceptance Criteria Drive best technology and software development practices into the team with passion and enthusiasm Take a pro-active role with production issues and release management Mentor and develop more junior Developers Contribute to the technical direction of the team Continuously challenge the ways of working to ensure continuous improvement within the team What you'll bring Strong experience in building, deploying and developing Roku/BrightScript/C++ applications A high level of competency in producing high quality client application software (including Web front-end, flash). An In-depth understanding of 2 or more software architecture patterns (e.g. MVC, MVVM). A good understanding of the Scrum process. Unit Testing experience Team overview Want to deliver brilliant products and unmissable entertainment that grips millions of households? Our 1000 strong, Product Delivery team does everything from developing innovative AI technology to creating the best HDR viewing experience for TV products. From Sky Go to Sky Q & Sky Glass, we take our products to the next level and make them more agile and reliable with every release. Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Jun 03, 2023
Full time
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do Part of the Sky family, we're NOW, here to give people gloriously good TV, movies, sports and broadband free from contracts. That's the entertainment they want, when they want it, how they want it, all on their terms! Our team members work with agility, and each have the power to change what we do and how we do it, all to improve the viewing experience on the 60+ devices our customers can watch NOW app on. By supporting the app on devices such as Samsung, LG, Android TVs, Gaming Consoles, STBs and so on, we make sure that engaging large, diverse audiences with premium entertainment is possible . Our vision is to deliver the world's best entertainment. "We are a team of developers, testers and technical analysts working very closely together to give viewers the best experience when watching NOW! It's a very dynamic environment to work in, with many opportunities to learn and progress. We're looking forward to welcoming more talented people in our team" (Engineering Manager) Develop excellent quality software Work with the team to improve agile techniques To be proactive on support To take ownership of feature from start to end with the team To support the team with success release by providing feedback to business/stakeholders Experience using CI/CD pipeline Experience using multiple front end technology Take an active role in the design and architecture of the application Assist in story definition, assisting QA's and product owners/leads with Acceptance Criteria Drive best technology and software development practices into the team with passion and enthusiasm Take a pro-active role with production issues and release management Mentor and develop more junior Developers Contribute to the technical direction of the team Continuously challenge the ways of working to ensure continuous improvement within the team What you'll bring Strong experience in building, deploying and developing Roku/BrightScript/C++ applications A high level of competency in producing high quality client application software (including Web front-end, flash). An In-depth understanding of 2 or more software architecture patterns (e.g. MVC, MVVM). A good understanding of the Scrum process. Unit Testing experience Team overview Want to deliver brilliant products and unmissable entertainment that grips millions of households? Our 1000 strong, Product Delivery team does everything from developing innovative AI technology to creating the best HDR viewing experience for TV products. From Sky Go to Sky Q & Sky Glass, we take our products to the next level and make them more agile and reliable with every release. Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
We are looking for an CMDB Analyst to join a leading UK Business that is hiring due to continued success over recent years This role will sit within their Service Management Operations team, which contains key ITIL Service Management function - Change, Problem, Major Incident, Software & Asset, and IT Service Continuity Management plus a specialised ITSM Tools Team.Reporting into the Head of Service Management, you will be a first point of contact for IT Configuration Management. Regularly performing data quality audits on the asset and CI records within the CMDB and manage resolutions of inaccurate data/mappings. You'll also regularly take part in data capture & Service Mapping sessions. You will also be responsible for completing all IT Asset & Configuration Management BMC Remedy tasks within the agreed SLA's and OLA's.Key Responsibilities: Reviewing, updating and maintain the asset management records, configuration item data and their relationships within the CMDB. Ensuring that products and services have data built and updated in the CMDB at the appropriate points throughout the demand to cease process to ensure that project milestones are hit. Collect information to analyse and evaluate existing or proposed systems. Maintain understanding of future direction of application system technologies/products and participate in the determination of tactical and strategic upgrades necessary to meet business requirements. Recommend improvements to business processes as supported by application systems. Analyse and evaluate current or proposed business procedures or problems to define needs. Adopt a continuous improvement mindset to ensure that the business remains up-to-date with what is a competitive market. Key Skills: Configuration and maintenance of BMC ITSM Remedy Suite, or comparable (ServiceNow, etc.) Comprehensive knowledge of Configuration Management and the benefit that this provides to service operations. Excellent in-depth knowledge of company supported hardware, software, and operating systems to include configuration and connectivity. Ability to investigate and analyse information and draw conclusions. Ability to plan, implement, test, and troubleshoot system software. Ability to communicate technical guidance and instruction to users on the use of systems and/or applications. Experienced in key stakeholder management and excellent ability to communicate technical / non-technical requirements. You can look forward to helping the business grow and ensuring full utilisation in an integral role within the business. Working within a rewarding business in a fast-paced business in a people centric, forward thinking business. Due to the nature of this role, you will need to be open to a Hybrid working approach within a commutable distance of Central London. If this seems like something of interest, please click apply or email for more details.
Jun 03, 2023
Full time
We are looking for an CMDB Analyst to join a leading UK Business that is hiring due to continued success over recent years This role will sit within their Service Management Operations team, which contains key ITIL Service Management function - Change, Problem, Major Incident, Software & Asset, and IT Service Continuity Management plus a specialised ITSM Tools Team.Reporting into the Head of Service Management, you will be a first point of contact for IT Configuration Management. Regularly performing data quality audits on the asset and CI records within the CMDB and manage resolutions of inaccurate data/mappings. You'll also regularly take part in data capture & Service Mapping sessions. You will also be responsible for completing all IT Asset & Configuration Management BMC Remedy tasks within the agreed SLA's and OLA's.Key Responsibilities: Reviewing, updating and maintain the asset management records, configuration item data and their relationships within the CMDB. Ensuring that products and services have data built and updated in the CMDB at the appropriate points throughout the demand to cease process to ensure that project milestones are hit. Collect information to analyse and evaluate existing or proposed systems. Maintain understanding of future direction of application system technologies/products and participate in the determination of tactical and strategic upgrades necessary to meet business requirements. Recommend improvements to business processes as supported by application systems. Analyse and evaluate current or proposed business procedures or problems to define needs. Adopt a continuous improvement mindset to ensure that the business remains up-to-date with what is a competitive market. Key Skills: Configuration and maintenance of BMC ITSM Remedy Suite, or comparable (ServiceNow, etc.) Comprehensive knowledge of Configuration Management and the benefit that this provides to service operations. Excellent in-depth knowledge of company supported hardware, software, and operating systems to include configuration and connectivity. Ability to investigate and analyse information and draw conclusions. Ability to plan, implement, test, and troubleshoot system software. Ability to communicate technical guidance and instruction to users on the use of systems and/or applications. Experienced in key stakeholder management and excellent ability to communicate technical / non-technical requirements. You can look forward to helping the business grow and ensuring full utilisation in an integral role within the business. Working within a rewarding business in a fast-paced business in a people centric, forward thinking business. Due to the nature of this role, you will need to be open to a Hybrid working approach within a commutable distance of Central London. If this seems like something of interest, please click apply or email for more details.
We're open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. If you care enough to find elegant solutions to difficult technical problems, we'd love to hear from you. Our Workplace Technology team looks after all the technology our employees use on a daily basis, making sure we have access to everything we need to work efficiently. It's very important to us at Starling Bank that staff have the best possible experience with the technology they use on a daily basis, as such we invest heavily in the latest Workplace Technology solutions. We run a mixture of desktops and laptops, overwhelmingly on macOS, supplemented by a number of SaaS applications. Our computers are managed by a combination of Jamf and Workspace ONE, and sit on our Meraki network. We have zero physical infrastructure on site barring networking, so you won't find Active Directory here; instead we use SSO, and HR as a directory. As a Technology Support Analyst, you'll be the face of support for technology for all staff at the bank, assisting with hybrid support for any issues our colleagues may have with their technology, across all our offices. We enable our customers to manage their money 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whenever they need us, we will be there. As such, we are looking for people who can commit to 37.5 hours a week between 7am-10pm Monday to Sunday. Requirements The Technology Support Analysts are responsible for: Provide 1st line Technology support including issues raised in Slack, email and face-to-face office interactions. Facilitate onboarding training for new employees - Ensuring staff have access to the equipment, software, and services they need to work efficiently. Helping the team to manage asset inventory, procurement, repairs, auditing and licensing Computer hardware provisioning from returned stock Arranging collection of leavers hardware Daily office equipment checks, ensuring all conference rooms are fully functional at the start of each day. Checking display TVs are working properly. The ideal candidate for the role would: Have knowledge and experience of supporting macOS and Windows. Have previous experience working in a first line support role. Be able to succinctly communicate basic technology issues to other members of the Workplace Technology team. Be able to talk non-technical staff members through troubleshooting steps. Be organised, efficient and have a great attention to detail. Work with other members of the Workplace Technology and Security teams to apply solutions to problems. Assist in the maintenance of our knowledge base to enable colleagues to self service their support needs. Benefits 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off! 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work and Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships About Us: You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling Bank is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we may process, where we may process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Jun 03, 2023
Full time
We're open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. If you care enough to find elegant solutions to difficult technical problems, we'd love to hear from you. Our Workplace Technology team looks after all the technology our employees use on a daily basis, making sure we have access to everything we need to work efficiently. It's very important to us at Starling Bank that staff have the best possible experience with the technology they use on a daily basis, as such we invest heavily in the latest Workplace Technology solutions. We run a mixture of desktops and laptops, overwhelmingly on macOS, supplemented by a number of SaaS applications. Our computers are managed by a combination of Jamf and Workspace ONE, and sit on our Meraki network. We have zero physical infrastructure on site barring networking, so you won't find Active Directory here; instead we use SSO, and HR as a directory. As a Technology Support Analyst, you'll be the face of support for technology for all staff at the bank, assisting with hybrid support for any issues our colleagues may have with their technology, across all our offices. We enable our customers to manage their money 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whenever they need us, we will be there. As such, we are looking for people who can commit to 37.5 hours a week between 7am-10pm Monday to Sunday. Requirements The Technology Support Analysts are responsible for: Provide 1st line Technology support including issues raised in Slack, email and face-to-face office interactions. Facilitate onboarding training for new employees - Ensuring staff have access to the equipment, software, and services they need to work efficiently. Helping the team to manage asset inventory, procurement, repairs, auditing and licensing Computer hardware provisioning from returned stock Arranging collection of leavers hardware Daily office equipment checks, ensuring all conference rooms are fully functional at the start of each day. Checking display TVs are working properly. The ideal candidate for the role would: Have knowledge and experience of supporting macOS and Windows. Have previous experience working in a first line support role. Be able to succinctly communicate basic technology issues to other members of the Workplace Technology team. Be able to talk non-technical staff members through troubleshooting steps. Be organised, efficient and have a great attention to detail. Work with other members of the Workplace Technology and Security teams to apply solutions to problems. Assist in the maintenance of our knowledge base to enable colleagues to self service their support needs. Benefits 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off! 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work and Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships About Us: You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling Bank is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we may process, where we may process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
There is a place for you at T. Rowe Price to grow, contribute, learn, and make a difference. We are a premier asset manager focused on delivering global investment management excellence and retirement services that investors can rely on today and in the future. The work we do matters. We invite you to explore the opportunity to join us and grow your career with us. T. Rowe Price is seeking a Head of Analytics & Data Platform for Global Distribution as part of the Chief Data Office who can passionately drive the strategy by employing a data-centric approach to realize maximum business value. He or She will be a leader who has an opportunity to have a positive and significant influence on ground-breaking capabilities and transformative customer experiences. The right candidate for this role is passionate about data and is hyper-focused on delivering exceptional results with great leadership skills. The candidate is excited about the opportunity to interact with fellow technologists beyond their team and influence technology, data, product, and other stakeholders across the enterprise. Other key priorities for this role include embedding platform engineering capabilities, accelerating T. Rowe Price's Cloud migration (AWS, Azure), facilitating the integration of scalable data platforms, and optimizing the firm's data pipeline and API strategy. The successful candidate will be a visionary and an inspiring technology leader with a proven track record of driving successful technology transformations and facilitating change within a large-scale, complex environment. The successful candidate will have deep data engineering leadership experience. They will have proven experience transforming a legacy environment into a modern, scalable service-oriented environment with efficient, interoperable solutions supported by the latest technologies (i.e., AI/ML, APIs/microservices, cloud, etc.). As well, this leader will have experience building platform engineering capabilities focused on creating an integrated, highly efficient digital platform and IT operating model. This leader is expected to demonstrate both technical depth and breadth and be well-versed in all key aspects of technology/data in modern digital enterprises. The successful candidate must also have strong commercial skills and be knowledgeable about the business environment while demonstrating the ability to translate key business objectives and customer needs into an effective strategy and plans. S/he will have the ability to operate at both a strategic and tactical level while understanding how to effectively delegate as well as roll up her/his sleeves to be hands on when necessary. As well, s/he will have a demonstrated ability to communicate strategic and complex technical information to audiences of all levels in a way that establishes credibility, influences, and provides relevant context to inform decision making. Financial services experience is an asset but not essential. Scrum master and/or other certified agile or project delivery capabilities, and certifications and/or a strong working knowledge of established enterprise frameworks are beneficial. Collaborate across the organization to identify opportunities related to data and lead the definition of a next-generation data strategies and blueprints along with an execution roadmap. Proactively own and drive conversations with business and technology partners to understand business processes, document data flows and derive reference, transactional and analytical data entities of strategic importance to T Rowe Price. Lead teams of Managers, Engineers, and Analysts to help establish a modern & world class data practice. Design strategies and programs to collect, store, analyze and model data from internal/external sources. Maintain awareness and understanding of market data sets and associated abilities to ingest and integrate. Drive the development and implementation of data design methods, data structures, and modeling standards. Implement industry standard development policies, procedures, and standards. Ensure the build out and maintenance of departmental conceptual and logical data models. Conduct data model assessments for strategic data entities and help data owners to address data gaps. Ensure data flows and lineage corresponding to key data domains are implemented and managed in an ongoing manner Define strategy and data integration for batch, near real-time and streaming use cases and patterns. Ensure leverage of native cloud-based technologies (AWS preferably) in the context of solution implementations. Drive the implementation and adoption of Single Sources of Truth(SSoT), standards and industry best practices for Data Quality, Master Management and Data Governance frameworks Document decisions that include business needs, point of view, rationale, pros, and cons. Apply your expertise to help model structured and unstructured data for applications. Lead efforts to define/refine execution standards for all data concerns, mentor teams on standards and review all designs to ensure that project teams are meeting expectations for quality and conformity. Regularly interact with leadership on work status, priority setting and resource allocations. Research new tools with project teams as applicable. Work with support team to define methods for implementing solutions that support performance measurement and monitoring of data-oriented technology solutions. Leading Teams The ability to attract and recruit top talent, motivate the team, delegate effectively, celebrate diversity within the team, and manage performance; widely viewed as a strong developer of others. The ability to persevere in the face of challenges and exhibit a steadfast resolve and relentless commitment to higher standards, which commands respect from followers. A leader who is self-reflective and aware of her/his own limitations; leads by example and drives the organization's performance with an attitude of continuous improvement by being open to feedback and self-improvement. Relationships and Influence Strong executive presence that inspires confidence, artfully articulates vision, builds networks and is politically savvy. Naturally connects and builds strong relationships with others, demonstrating strong emotional intelligence and an ability to communicate clearly and persuasively. An ability to inspire trust and followership in others through compelling influence, powerful charisma, passion in her/his beliefs, and active drive. Encourages others to share the spotlight & visibly celebrates and supports the success of the team. Creates a sense of purpose/meaning for the team that generates followership beyond her/his own personality and engages others to the greater purpose for the organization. Requirements: Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and relevant experience AND 15+ years of total relevant work experience and 8+ years of management experience Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We strive for equity, equality, and opportunity for all associates. When we embrace the power of diversity and create an environment where people can bring their authentic and best selves to work, our firm is stronger, and we create greater value for our clients. Our commitment and inclusive programming aim to lift the experience for each associate and builds allies for our global associate community. We know that a sense of belonging is key not only to your success at the firm, but also to your ability to bring your best each day.
Jun 03, 2023
Full time
There is a place for you at T. Rowe Price to grow, contribute, learn, and make a difference. We are a premier asset manager focused on delivering global investment management excellence and retirement services that investors can rely on today and in the future. The work we do matters. We invite you to explore the opportunity to join us and grow your career with us. T. Rowe Price is seeking a Head of Analytics & Data Platform for Global Distribution as part of the Chief Data Office who can passionately drive the strategy by employing a data-centric approach to realize maximum business value. He or She will be a leader who has an opportunity to have a positive and significant influence on ground-breaking capabilities and transformative customer experiences. The right candidate for this role is passionate about data and is hyper-focused on delivering exceptional results with great leadership skills. The candidate is excited about the opportunity to interact with fellow technologists beyond their team and influence technology, data, product, and other stakeholders across the enterprise. Other key priorities for this role include embedding platform engineering capabilities, accelerating T. Rowe Price's Cloud migration (AWS, Azure), facilitating the integration of scalable data platforms, and optimizing the firm's data pipeline and API strategy. The successful candidate will be a visionary and an inspiring technology leader with a proven track record of driving successful technology transformations and facilitating change within a large-scale, complex environment. The successful candidate will have deep data engineering leadership experience. They will have proven experience transforming a legacy environment into a modern, scalable service-oriented environment with efficient, interoperable solutions supported by the latest technologies (i.e., AI/ML, APIs/microservices, cloud, etc.). As well, this leader will have experience building platform engineering capabilities focused on creating an integrated, highly efficient digital platform and IT operating model. This leader is expected to demonstrate both technical depth and breadth and be well-versed in all key aspects of technology/data in modern digital enterprises. The successful candidate must also have strong commercial skills and be knowledgeable about the business environment while demonstrating the ability to translate key business objectives and customer needs into an effective strategy and plans. S/he will have the ability to operate at both a strategic and tactical level while understanding how to effectively delegate as well as roll up her/his sleeves to be hands on when necessary. As well, s/he will have a demonstrated ability to communicate strategic and complex technical information to audiences of all levels in a way that establishes credibility, influences, and provides relevant context to inform decision making. Financial services experience is an asset but not essential. Scrum master and/or other certified agile or project delivery capabilities, and certifications and/or a strong working knowledge of established enterprise frameworks are beneficial. Collaborate across the organization to identify opportunities related to data and lead the definition of a next-generation data strategies and blueprints along with an execution roadmap. Proactively own and drive conversations with business and technology partners to understand business processes, document data flows and derive reference, transactional and analytical data entities of strategic importance to T Rowe Price. Lead teams of Managers, Engineers, and Analysts to help establish a modern & world class data practice. Design strategies and programs to collect, store, analyze and model data from internal/external sources. Maintain awareness and understanding of market data sets and associated abilities to ingest and integrate. Drive the development and implementation of data design methods, data structures, and modeling standards. Implement industry standard development policies, procedures, and standards. Ensure the build out and maintenance of departmental conceptual and logical data models. Conduct data model assessments for strategic data entities and help data owners to address data gaps. Ensure data flows and lineage corresponding to key data domains are implemented and managed in an ongoing manner Define strategy and data integration for batch, near real-time and streaming use cases and patterns. Ensure leverage of native cloud-based technologies (AWS preferably) in the context of solution implementations. Drive the implementation and adoption of Single Sources of Truth(SSoT), standards and industry best practices for Data Quality, Master Management and Data Governance frameworks Document decisions that include business needs, point of view, rationale, pros, and cons. Apply your expertise to help model structured and unstructured data for applications. Lead efforts to define/refine execution standards for all data concerns, mentor teams on standards and review all designs to ensure that project teams are meeting expectations for quality and conformity. Regularly interact with leadership on work status, priority setting and resource allocations. Research new tools with project teams as applicable. Work with support team to define methods for implementing solutions that support performance measurement and monitoring of data-oriented technology solutions. Leading Teams The ability to attract and recruit top talent, motivate the team, delegate effectively, celebrate diversity within the team, and manage performance; widely viewed as a strong developer of others. The ability to persevere in the face of challenges and exhibit a steadfast resolve and relentless commitment to higher standards, which commands respect from followers. A leader who is self-reflective and aware of her/his own limitations; leads by example and drives the organization's performance with an attitude of continuous improvement by being open to feedback and self-improvement. Relationships and Influence Strong executive presence that inspires confidence, artfully articulates vision, builds networks and is politically savvy. Naturally connects and builds strong relationships with others, demonstrating strong emotional intelligence and an ability to communicate clearly and persuasively. An ability to inspire trust and followership in others through compelling influence, powerful charisma, passion in her/his beliefs, and active drive. Encourages others to share the spotlight & visibly celebrates and supports the success of the team. Creates a sense of purpose/meaning for the team that generates followership beyond her/his own personality and engages others to the greater purpose for the organization. Requirements: Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and relevant experience AND 15+ years of total relevant work experience and 8+ years of management experience Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We strive for equity, equality, and opportunity for all associates. When we embrace the power of diversity and create an environment where people can bring their authentic and best selves to work, our firm is stronger, and we create greater value for our clients. Our commitment and inclusive programming aim to lift the experience for each associate and builds allies for our global associate community. We know that a sense of belonging is key not only to your success at the firm, but also to your ability to bring your best each day.
Everyone at Starling gets the chance to own interesting things from day one, and we're told one of the best things about working here is the ability to achieve a lot in a short space of time. To support our growth, we are looking for SOC Analysts to join our growing cyber security function. This role will be supporting our 24/7 operational capabilities. As a member of the Starling SOC team, you will be working with the industries brightest SecOps professionals to protect Starling customers, assets, and systems using the latest technologies. Role Overview: Incident Triage, Response, and Investigations based on Alerts received from multiple sources which include: Cloud Infrastructure/Security. Endpoint Detection and Response. Perimeter detection tooling. Investigating and responding to security alerts raised by Users. Enhancing and creating analytic triggers to enhance alert efficacy. Continuous development of incident handling and readiness processes. Proactive threat hunting based on threat intelligence. Documentation of incidents and investigations. Requirements We're open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. Below is an overview of the skills that will be used: Understanding of AWS Security Solutions. Experience working and supporting analytics/SIEM platforms. Experience working in CSIRT/SOC functions. Experience supporting Incident Response engagements. Experience in endpoint based investigations. Interest in Automation. Interest in Threat Intelligence and Analytic Tuning. A high level understanding of mobile, network and operating system security controls. Any experience of programming in Python, Go and/or Java. A Cyber/Information Security related degree and/or relevant cyber security qualification(s). Benefits Starling technology works in a hybrid pattern both from home and one of our three offices. We're open to applications from across the UK including fully remote, if you're hybrid our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance to either our London, Southampton or Cardiff office, so that we're able to see each other and collaborate in person too. 25 days holiday (plus public holidays) An extra day's holiday for your birthday, taken a week on either side of the day 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Part-time and/or flexible hours available for most roles Hybrid/remote working Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Enhanced sick pay Contributory pension scheme Varied social groups set up and run by our employees Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a cashback scheme, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, a birthday box and weekly free coffee Access to 'salary sacrifice' benefits such as Cycle to Work scheme About Us: We are a leading digital bank on a mission to disrupt the banking industry. We've built an app with smart money management tools to help our customers live a healthier financial life. We also offer groundbreaking B2B banking and payments services. Since our launch in 2014, we've opened almost three million accounts including 480,000 business accounts for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). We're a fully licensed UK bank and we have the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive technology company. We've been voted Best Current Account for the last five years running, named Which? Banking Provider of the Year for the last two and we were the most switched to bank in 2021. We employ more than 1,800 people across our London, Southampton and Cardiff offices. Starling Bank is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we may process, where we may process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Jun 03, 2023
Full time
Everyone at Starling gets the chance to own interesting things from day one, and we're told one of the best things about working here is the ability to achieve a lot in a short space of time. To support our growth, we are looking for SOC Analysts to join our growing cyber security function. This role will be supporting our 24/7 operational capabilities. As a member of the Starling SOC team, you will be working with the industries brightest SecOps professionals to protect Starling customers, assets, and systems using the latest technologies. Role Overview: Incident Triage, Response, and Investigations based on Alerts received from multiple sources which include: Cloud Infrastructure/Security. Endpoint Detection and Response. Perimeter detection tooling. Investigating and responding to security alerts raised by Users. Enhancing and creating analytic triggers to enhance alert efficacy. Continuous development of incident handling and readiness processes. Proactive threat hunting based on threat intelligence. Documentation of incidents and investigations. Requirements We're open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. Below is an overview of the skills that will be used: Understanding of AWS Security Solutions. Experience working and supporting analytics/SIEM platforms. Experience working in CSIRT/SOC functions. Experience supporting Incident Response engagements. Experience in endpoint based investigations. Interest in Automation. Interest in Threat Intelligence and Analytic Tuning. A high level understanding of mobile, network and operating system security controls. Any experience of programming in Python, Go and/or Java. A Cyber/Information Security related degree and/or relevant cyber security qualification(s). Benefits Starling technology works in a hybrid pattern both from home and one of our three offices. We're open to applications from across the UK including fully remote, if you're hybrid our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance to either our London, Southampton or Cardiff office, so that we're able to see each other and collaborate in person too. 25 days holiday (plus public holidays) An extra day's holiday for your birthday, taken a week on either side of the day 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Part-time and/or flexible hours available for most roles Hybrid/remote working Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Enhanced sick pay Contributory pension scheme Varied social groups set up and run by our employees Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a cashback scheme, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, a birthday box and weekly free coffee Access to 'salary sacrifice' benefits such as Cycle to Work scheme About Us: We are a leading digital bank on a mission to disrupt the banking industry. We've built an app with smart money management tools to help our customers live a healthier financial life. We also offer groundbreaking B2B banking and payments services. Since our launch in 2014, we've opened almost three million accounts including 480,000 business accounts for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). We're a fully licensed UK bank and we have the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive technology company. We've been voted Best Current Account for the last five years running, named Which? Banking Provider of the Year for the last two and we were the most switched to bank in 2021. We employ more than 1,800 people across our London, Southampton and Cardiff offices. Starling Bank is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we may process, where we may process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Role Overview We are looking for an Associate BI Analyst to join our Data & Analytics team, so if you are a problem solver with great analytical skills , this position might be for you!In this role you will delivers value for Nest through data extraction, wrangling and analysis that will ensure the business is focused on giving users the best outcomes, value for money and experience. You will interpret, analyse and translate our enterprise-wide data into insights and provide regular BAU and ad-hoc reports to meet the needs of our internal and external customers. In this role you may have multiple career paths - data engineer, continuous insight / surveys, BI developer, data analyst or modelling analyst, and as much as possible, the role will be given the opportunities to learn based on their aptitude and interest. This role is appropriate for someone starting out their career, and you don't need to be a data expert, but you do need to be a problem solver, willing to learn and have the drive to become an expert in using a variety of data analysis tools. At the heart of it, your role is to help people in the business make informed decisions. To be successful in this position, you will have the following skills and experience: Willingness to learn data analysis and visualisation tools; some of which may include: RStudio, Python, Business Objects, Power BI, Google Analytics, SQL, Dax and Microsoft Excel; Desire to learn some data analysis techniques including but not limited to: regressions, drivers' analysis, web metrics, cluster analysis, randomised control trials (RCTs), customer journey mapping, converting data into visualisations; Excellent analytical skills with a well-developed ability to understand and assess trends, highlighting key insights from a large volume of data Excellent verbal and written communication skills Worked within a customer-focussed service Please download a full job description to find a full scope, deliverables, experience and personal attributes required for this role. Flexible and agile working Everyone's personal situation is different. To make the most out of hybrid working we've introduced different ways of working, which include (subject to role requirements): hybrid of office and home working (there will be an expectation to attend the office, as required) reduce or vary working hours reduce or vary the days worked work from home (or a different location) work compressed hours job share Directorate/Department Overview Nest is at the beginning of a transformation to use its data and insight to drive decision making, and Data, Digital, Analytics & Customer Insight (DACI) is leading how we do it. We are one year into implementation of our data strategy, which includes new technology, changing processes, and lots of great work with our people. We've accomplished a lot in a year, and we've built momentum and engagement with our vision.Our work as a team enables Nest to continually learn, improve how we work and create value so that we can deliver a better retirement for millions. The department is made up of 6 small teams - data, customer insight, analytics, business intelligence, digital and insight delivery. We also work closely with an outsource partner, who manages and analyses our customer and operational data. Organisational Overview Nest is an award-winning workplace pension scheme, the largest in the country.Set up by the government to give every worker in the UK somewhere to save, our first-class responsible investment practice and governance are the backbone of what we do, supported by all the functions you'd expect to find in a thriving business. We're committed to creating a workplace where you can be your authentic self and offer an inclusive and flexible working environment. Diversity and Inclusion Everyone is welcome to apply for our roles, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment because of their age, belief, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy or caring responsibilities, socio economic background, sex, sexual orientation, religion or race or any other legally protected status.We also recognise the importance of diversity of thought and other forms of neurocognitive variation.We are a level 2 Disability Confident Leader under the Disability Confident Scheme. As a Disability Confident Committed organisation, we're part of the guaranteed interview scheme.Please note that this advert may close early if we receive a sufficient number of satisfactory applications. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at your earliest convenience: .uk.
Jun 03, 2023
Full time
Role Overview We are looking for an Associate BI Analyst to join our Data & Analytics team, so if you are a problem solver with great analytical skills , this position might be for you!In this role you will delivers value for Nest through data extraction, wrangling and analysis that will ensure the business is focused on giving users the best outcomes, value for money and experience. You will interpret, analyse and translate our enterprise-wide data into insights and provide regular BAU and ad-hoc reports to meet the needs of our internal and external customers. In this role you may have multiple career paths - data engineer, continuous insight / surveys, BI developer, data analyst or modelling analyst, and as much as possible, the role will be given the opportunities to learn based on their aptitude and interest. This role is appropriate for someone starting out their career, and you don't need to be a data expert, but you do need to be a problem solver, willing to learn and have the drive to become an expert in using a variety of data analysis tools. At the heart of it, your role is to help people in the business make informed decisions. To be successful in this position, you will have the following skills and experience: Willingness to learn data analysis and visualisation tools; some of which may include: RStudio, Python, Business Objects, Power BI, Google Analytics, SQL, Dax and Microsoft Excel; Desire to learn some data analysis techniques including but not limited to: regressions, drivers' analysis, web metrics, cluster analysis, randomised control trials (RCTs), customer journey mapping, converting data into visualisations; Excellent analytical skills with a well-developed ability to understand and assess trends, highlighting key insights from a large volume of data Excellent verbal and written communication skills Worked within a customer-focussed service Please download a full job description to find a full scope, deliverables, experience and personal attributes required for this role. Flexible and agile working Everyone's personal situation is different. To make the most out of hybrid working we've introduced different ways of working, which include (subject to role requirements): hybrid of office and home working (there will be an expectation to attend the office, as required) reduce or vary working hours reduce or vary the days worked work from home (or a different location) work compressed hours job share Directorate/Department Overview Nest is at the beginning of a transformation to use its data and insight to drive decision making, and Data, Digital, Analytics & Customer Insight (DACI) is leading how we do it. We are one year into implementation of our data strategy, which includes new technology, changing processes, and lots of great work with our people. We've accomplished a lot in a year, and we've built momentum and engagement with our vision.Our work as a team enables Nest to continually learn, improve how we work and create value so that we can deliver a better retirement for millions. The department is made up of 6 small teams - data, customer insight, analytics, business intelligence, digital and insight delivery. We also work closely with an outsource partner, who manages and analyses our customer and operational data. Organisational Overview Nest is an award-winning workplace pension scheme, the largest in the country.Set up by the government to give every worker in the UK somewhere to save, our first-class responsible investment practice and governance are the backbone of what we do, supported by all the functions you'd expect to find in a thriving business. We're committed to creating a workplace where you can be your authentic self and offer an inclusive and flexible working environment. Diversity and Inclusion Everyone is welcome to apply for our roles, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment because of their age, belief, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy or caring responsibilities, socio economic background, sex, sexual orientation, religion or race or any other legally protected status.We also recognise the importance of diversity of thought and other forms of neurocognitive variation.We are a level 2 Disability Confident Leader under the Disability Confident Scheme. As a Disability Confident Committed organisation, we're part of the guaranteed interview scheme.Please note that this advert may close early if we receive a sufficient number of satisfactory applications. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at your earliest convenience: .uk.
Advantage Resourcing is seeking candidates to apply for a Pensions and Benefits Systems Manager This will be a 12 month contract position, working with a leading engineering organisation at one of their offices in the City of London on a hybrid basis. Rates of pay will be up to £400 per day via umbrella company You will be working closely with the Pensions and Reward Operations Manager you will support & develop the in-house pensions administration system. In addition, you will support other software and systems applications including the Group's benefit platform and employee benefit election tool, which will include working with internal and external parties to scope and implement changes. You will also work on a diverse portfolio of projects including member option exercises, general benefit change projects including annual election windows, business acquisitions and disposals, all annual pension projects, including online benefit statements, implementation of the Pensions Dashboard and the Guaranteed Minimum Pension (GMP), rectification, equalisation and conversion exercises. In addition, you will deputise for the Pensions and Reward Operations Manager as required. Accountabilities: Maintenance and development of the in-house pension administration system, identifying areas for both systems and administration improvement. By capturing user feedback and system change requirements you will interpret user/change requirements to draft system specifications and proposals. Undertake analysis to understand root causes of data, interface and calculation issues. This could involve collaborating across Group Reward and Benefits as well as external stakeholders to enable effective decision-making regarding process changes to prevent issues reoccurring. Oversee the commission, testing and implementation of pension systems and software updates and software deliveries/installations in accordance with departmental needs to minimise disruption to day-to-day operations. Collect and document the business processes for data, workflows, interfaces, communications and calculations. Oversee GMP reconciliation, rectification, equalisation and conversion exercises, with a strong focus on data and calculations. Develop and support business processes, including interfaces with external providers, working with internal teams to support data integrations and conduct routine maintenance. Work with Pensions and Rewards Operations Manager, Benefits and Pensions Systems Analyst and Pensions Administration Manager to proactively deliver continuous improvement in service delivery including pension administration processes and member communications. Support activities relating to the periodic processing of employee and member data from internal and external resources, ensuring the accuracy of all member records on all employee/member data platforms. Perform any other duties that are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed. Background Extensive knowledge of DB and DC pension administration A strong background in pensions project/programme management delivery and ability to manage several projects simultaneously SQL experience and able to run SQL queries Advance Excel skills including the use of pivot tables, lookups and can create and run macros Previous in-house pension management experience at a senior level Proven experience of actively managing external provider relationships For more information and to be considered please apply with your updated CV.
Jun 03, 2023
Full time
Advantage Resourcing is seeking candidates to apply for a Pensions and Benefits Systems Manager This will be a 12 month contract position, working with a leading engineering organisation at one of their offices in the City of London on a hybrid basis. Rates of pay will be up to £400 per day via umbrella company You will be working closely with the Pensions and Reward Operations Manager you will support & develop the in-house pensions administration system. In addition, you will support other software and systems applications including the Group's benefit platform and employee benefit election tool, which will include working with internal and external parties to scope and implement changes. You will also work on a diverse portfolio of projects including member option exercises, general benefit change projects including annual election windows, business acquisitions and disposals, all annual pension projects, including online benefit statements, implementation of the Pensions Dashboard and the Guaranteed Minimum Pension (GMP), rectification, equalisation and conversion exercises. In addition, you will deputise for the Pensions and Reward Operations Manager as required. Accountabilities: Maintenance and development of the in-house pension administration system, identifying areas for both systems and administration improvement. By capturing user feedback and system change requirements you will interpret user/change requirements to draft system specifications and proposals. Undertake analysis to understand root causes of data, interface and calculation issues. This could involve collaborating across Group Reward and Benefits as well as external stakeholders to enable effective decision-making regarding process changes to prevent issues reoccurring. Oversee the commission, testing and implementation of pension systems and software updates and software deliveries/installations in accordance with departmental needs to minimise disruption to day-to-day operations. Collect and document the business processes for data, workflows, interfaces, communications and calculations. Oversee GMP reconciliation, rectification, equalisation and conversion exercises, with a strong focus on data and calculations. Develop and support business processes, including interfaces with external providers, working with internal teams to support data integrations and conduct routine maintenance. Work with Pensions and Rewards Operations Manager, Benefits and Pensions Systems Analyst and Pensions Administration Manager to proactively deliver continuous improvement in service delivery including pension administration processes and member communications. Support activities relating to the periodic processing of employee and member data from internal and external resources, ensuring the accuracy of all member records on all employee/member data platforms. Perform any other duties that are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed. Background Extensive knowledge of DB and DC pension administration A strong background in pensions project/programme management delivery and ability to manage several projects simultaneously SQL experience and able to run SQL queries Advance Excel skills including the use of pivot tables, lookups and can create and run macros Previous in-house pension management experience at a senior level Proven experience of actively managing external provider relationships For more information and to be considered please apply with your updated CV.