Are you a chartered planner, concerned about the climate crisis? Do you want to put your planning skills and knowledge to use in solving it? We are now looking to recruit an experienced and confident senior planning policy officer to support the practical delivery of CSE's planning support work, including Neighbourhood Planning, Local Authority policy support, and public advisory work. Candidates will already have an RTPI accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning and front line experience in a policy and plan-making function. We are especially keen to hear from applicants with a detailed understanding of the local plan examination and neighbourhood planning processes.
Mar 29, 2020
Full time
Are you a chartered planner, concerned about the climate crisis? Do you want to put your planning skills and knowledge to use in solving it? We are now looking to recruit an experienced and confident senior planning policy officer to support the practical delivery of CSE's planning support work, including Neighbourhood Planning, Local Authority policy support, and public advisory work. Candidates will already have an RTPI accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning and front line experience in a policy and plan-making function. We are especially keen to hear from applicants with a detailed understanding of the local plan examination and neighbourhood planning processes.
Software Engineering Senior Manager (DevOps Team, Finance Systems) Company: Lloyds Banking Group Location: Bristol - Canons house, BS1 5LL Salary: £65,700 to £87,600 base salary, plus significant annual personal bonus, 13% employer pension contribution, 4% flexible cash pot, private medical insurance, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays. We also offer flexible working hours, agile working practices and home working opportunities! Working for Lloyds is great. Want a Summary of the Role? This senior management role sits within the Software Engineering team in our Group Transformation division, within the Finance Value Stream and will focus on work in our General Ledger's LAB. You would support the delivery of the high quality customer driven software development using either C#.NET or Java. Team leading would involve coaching, continually challenging, motivating, mentoring and supporting your team. Our software development is focused around General Ledger systems like SAP or Oracle for example. Roughly this role would be 30% hands on coding and 70% management. What would you get involved with? As our mission is promote the adoption of modern software engineering practices, specifically accelerating adoption of modern engineering practices: DevOps, Continuous Improvement/Continuous Development, Cloud First, Agile, etc... You would work in cross-disciplinary teams and act as advocate for Engineering, providing a voice to engineers within the teams, identifying and supporting your teams in resolution of impediments and issues as well as continually developing yourself with industry best practice and tooling used across their engineering team. What do you need to be considered for this job? Generally, you are comfortable in a hands-on technical leadership role, blending both solid leadership experience and technical expertise. We welcome people from a range of role and industry backgrounds but do need to see the following as a minimum for consideration, 1) 5 years + Software Engineering background with experience in building large scale applications with at least one of the following languages: Java or C#.NET, 2) technical leadership experience and desire to help coach and mentor staff, 3) great interpersonal skills and a good communicator with technical and non-technical people, 4) Passionate about driving a true modern DevOps culture, 5) good understanding and/or experience of big data/data management. Oh, and if you have any prior experience working within a finance function or with general ledger systems that would be handy, but please apply if you don't! Who are the General Ledger Software Development Team? Our team sits within the Group Transformation division, in the Finance Value Stream, specifically within the General Ledger's LAB area of the bank. You will be responsible for supporting a vast and complex Finance Ledger landscape including the new Oracle Fusion (Cloud hosted ledger) as well as the existing/legacy ledgers and sub-ledgers. In addition to this, the team also supports the Integrity application for Finance attestation, the Generic Interface Processes as well as the Data Reference Management tool. We're a group of people pulled together by our passion for coding, experimenting, designing and learning everything that makes us better engineers. Lloyds Banking Group vision is to be the best bank for customer and to realize it we have the mission to make it the best bank for Engineers! Who are Lloyds Banking Group? As the UK's largest retail and commercial bank, we have a footprint that touches nearly every community and household in the UK. That gives us a big responsibility to support the UK economy, and we have a clear strategy to put customers first and achieve our vision of being the best bank for our customers. We're committed to employing a diverse and inclusive workforce, reflective of the customers and communities we serve - where all our colleagues can be themselves and succeed on merit. What support will I get and how will my career grow? As a multi-brand, multi-channel business, we have the scale and breadth to provide you with a diverse range of training and development opportunities, helping you achieve a rewarding and fulfilling career. Our engineering community in Bristol is growing rapidly, which will naturally present lots of career opportunities. Join us and be part of an inclusive, values-based culture focused on making a difference. Together we make it possible.
Mar 28, 2020
Full time
Software Engineering Senior Manager (DevOps Team, Finance Systems) Company: Lloyds Banking Group Location: Bristol - Canons house, BS1 5LL Salary: £65,700 to £87,600 base salary, plus significant annual personal bonus, 13% employer pension contribution, 4% flexible cash pot, private medical insurance, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays. We also offer flexible working hours, agile working practices and home working opportunities! Working for Lloyds is great. Want a Summary of the Role? This senior management role sits within the Software Engineering team in our Group Transformation division, within the Finance Value Stream and will focus on work in our General Ledger's LAB. You would support the delivery of the high quality customer driven software development using either C#.NET or Java. Team leading would involve coaching, continually challenging, motivating, mentoring and supporting your team. Our software development is focused around General Ledger systems like SAP or Oracle for example. Roughly this role would be 30% hands on coding and 70% management. What would you get involved with? As our mission is promote the adoption of modern software engineering practices, specifically accelerating adoption of modern engineering practices: DevOps, Continuous Improvement/Continuous Development, Cloud First, Agile, etc... You would work in cross-disciplinary teams and act as advocate for Engineering, providing a voice to engineers within the teams, identifying and supporting your teams in resolution of impediments and issues as well as continually developing yourself with industry best practice and tooling used across their engineering team. What do you need to be considered for this job? Generally, you are comfortable in a hands-on technical leadership role, blending both solid leadership experience and technical expertise. We welcome people from a range of role and industry backgrounds but do need to see the following as a minimum for consideration, 1) 5 years + Software Engineering background with experience in building large scale applications with at least one of the following languages: Java or C#.NET, 2) technical leadership experience and desire to help coach and mentor staff, 3) great interpersonal skills and a good communicator with technical and non-technical people, 4) Passionate about driving a true modern DevOps culture, 5) good understanding and/or experience of big data/data management. Oh, and if you have any prior experience working within a finance function or with general ledger systems that would be handy, but please apply if you don't! Who are the General Ledger Software Development Team? Our team sits within the Group Transformation division, in the Finance Value Stream, specifically within the General Ledger's LAB area of the bank. You will be responsible for supporting a vast and complex Finance Ledger landscape including the new Oracle Fusion (Cloud hosted ledger) as well as the existing/legacy ledgers and sub-ledgers. In addition to this, the team also supports the Integrity application for Finance attestation, the Generic Interface Processes as well as the Data Reference Management tool. We're a group of people pulled together by our passion for coding, experimenting, designing and learning everything that makes us better engineers. Lloyds Banking Group vision is to be the best bank for customer and to realize it we have the mission to make it the best bank for Engineers! Who are Lloyds Banking Group? As the UK's largest retail and commercial bank, we have a footprint that touches nearly every community and household in the UK. That gives us a big responsibility to support the UK economy, and we have a clear strategy to put customers first and achieve our vision of being the best bank for our customers. We're committed to employing a diverse and inclusive workforce, reflective of the customers and communities we serve - where all our colleagues can be themselves and succeed on merit. What support will I get and how will my career grow? As a multi-brand, multi-channel business, we have the scale and breadth to provide you with a diverse range of training and development opportunities, helping you achieve a rewarding and fulfilling career. Our engineering community in Bristol is growing rapidly, which will naturally present lots of career opportunities. Join us and be part of an inclusive, values-based culture focused on making a difference. Together we make it possible.
Information Security Officer required by national market leading organisation based in Central Bristol (7-8 minute walk from Bristol Temple Meads Train Station). The Information Security Officer will be responsible for continuing the enhancement and implementation of information security and data processing policies and standards across our clients business and in particular, auditing and maintaining our ISO27001 processes and accreditation. As part of the role, our client will provide you with a bespoke, on-going training programme to ensure you develop your commercial and technical skills to allow you to deliver the varied workload to a high standard. Main Responsibilities Include: *Acting as the central point of contact with regards to information security. *Ensuring continued compliance against BS ISO/IEC 27001, 20000 and 9001 certifications for all office locations, including planning and coordinating regular external surveillance and re-certification audits; *Progressing and closing external audit non-conformities. *Plan and implement extensions to the scope of these certifications where our client changes its scope of operations. *Assisting as necessary with EU GDPR audit and implementation plan. *Monitoring and managing the day to day Information security management system (ISMS). *Plan, manage and undertake internal and third party audits on IT governance, information security and controls. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: *Proven experience of having managed an Information security management system (ISMS) and maintaining ISO27001 certification in a multi-site operation. *Solid understanding of IT and experience in developing IT governance, controls and best practice processes in the form of the IT infrastructure library (ITIL) and IT service management certification (BS ISO/IEC 20000). *Considerable experience in undertaking a range of internal and third party audits around Information security, data protection and IT governance and controls. *Experience in developing physical security best practice processes and controls. *Good understanding of the Data Protection Act and implementation of EU GDPR. *Very good understanding of the principles of risk assessment and risk treatment, including operational risk as well as compliance monitoring and reporting. This fantastic contract comes with a day rate of between £380-420 per day with extensions to follow. Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: https://privacy-policy
Mar 27, 2020
Contractor
Information Security Officer required by national market leading organisation based in Central Bristol (7-8 minute walk from Bristol Temple Meads Train Station). The Information Security Officer will be responsible for continuing the enhancement and implementation of information security and data processing policies and standards across our clients business and in particular, auditing and maintaining our ISO27001 processes and accreditation. As part of the role, our client will provide you with a bespoke, on-going training programme to ensure you develop your commercial and technical skills to allow you to deliver the varied workload to a high standard. Main Responsibilities Include: *Acting as the central point of contact with regards to information security. *Ensuring continued compliance against BS ISO/IEC 27001, 20000 and 9001 certifications for all office locations, including planning and coordinating regular external surveillance and re-certification audits; *Progressing and closing external audit non-conformities. *Plan and implement extensions to the scope of these certifications where our client changes its scope of operations. *Assisting as necessary with EU GDPR audit and implementation plan. *Monitoring and managing the day to day Information security management system (ISMS). *Plan, manage and undertake internal and third party audits on IT governance, information security and controls. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: *Proven experience of having managed an Information security management system (ISMS) and maintaining ISO27001 certification in a multi-site operation. *Solid understanding of IT and experience in developing IT governance, controls and best practice processes in the form of the IT infrastructure library (ITIL) and IT service management certification (BS ISO/IEC 20000). *Considerable experience in undertaking a range of internal and third party audits around Information security, data protection and IT governance and controls. *Experience in developing physical security best practice processes and controls. *Good understanding of the Data Protection Act and implementation of EU GDPR. *Very good understanding of the principles of risk assessment and risk treatment, including operational risk as well as compliance monitoring and reporting. This fantastic contract comes with a day rate of between £380-420 per day with extensions to follow. Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: https://privacy-policy
Events Coordinator (Part-Time) Overview Our goal at Temwa is to harness the power of bringing communities together. We partner with communities in Malawi, empowering local people to end poverty and transform their own futures. We inspire local communities in the UK to help bring about this change. From producing the live shows for sporting challenge events to Temwa's Christmas Party to thought leadership Carbon Balance events, you will be responsible for delivering a programme of special fundraising events to engage and inspire new and existing temwa supporters . Location: Temwa UK offices, Portland Square, central Bristol Application Deadline: Monday 23rd March Expected Interview Date: w/c 6th April Expected Start Date: Early May Salary: 21,000 - 23,100 Per Annum (Pro Rata, two days a week) Please note the upper end of the band will only be considered for very experienced candidates. The position entails work at events and may include some UK and overseas travel. Working hours will vary and will sometimes include evenings and weekends (TOIL will be provided). About Temwa When communities come together. Temwa means 'love, within a community,' in the language of Tumbuka. We are a Bristol based charity committed to empowering remote African communities to end poverty and transform their own futures. We know that without the central involvement of the communities in a project we cannot do anything that lasts. Temwa draws on 17 years of working with remote communities in Malawi to understand that many of the challenges faced by poor rural communities are linked and mutually reinforcing. To make a lasting change, we partner with the communities and work through local structures to tackle the various causes of poverty simultaneously, not just symptoms. We have a highly skilled team in Malawi implementing this work, based out of two offices in the Northern Region. Our UK office, based in Bristol, comprises a small fundraising and operations team of six staff, 3-5 volunteer interns and a wider family of volunteers and supporters, committed to achieving this goal. Job outline As the Events Coordinator, you will be passionate about creating experiences that inspire people and build long-last memories. Supported by the Fundraising Team, you will feel confident in developing events ideas, from scoping and procuring appropriate locations and resources to safety assessments and managing large teams to prepare, deliver and wrap up exciting nights and celebrations. You will be joining us at a key point in our fundraising. Temwa has generated high levels of media coverage and enjoys a receptive and growing audience in the media. We have recently launched Temwa Carbon Balance, are mid-way through revamping our brand and have a growing network of engaged supporters. You will be able to produce formal networking events for commercial audiences, family friendly events, and electric live shows for dance and wrestling challenges. The Events Coordinator will be someone who sees the potential of a space and can bring an idea to life, is able to balance multiple relationships and considers all aspects of an event. You will be able to develop relationships digitally and in person with suppliers, partners and the Temwa UK and Malawi teams as well. Your work will be grounded in effective events management systems and trends, as well as a deep commitment and understanding in what we do. As a key member of a small team, you will be someone with initiative, adaptable to different tasks and environments and have the ability to balance a varying workload. Key deliverables of this role include: managing Temwa's programme of special events and festival support, to agreed targets and with the aim of growing income from this source working alongside the Communications Assistant and Communications & Deputy Fundraising Manager to ensure events are marketed successfully maintaining key external relationships, including coordinating work with key supporters and media outlets, to expand events marketing reach as widely as possible and trusted suppliers to support the delivery of events Key requirements Passionate about inspiring change in communities and an interest in fundraising Relevant qualification and/or experience in Events Management Strong interpersonal skills and fluent communication (both written and verbal) Experienced in the delivery of events, including scoping, supplier and artist liaison, logistics, team and volunteer coordination, lighting and AV, programming, and budget management Experience in events marketing, collating press info and public relations and ticket management Attention to detail in reporting and copy-writing Possess a highly positive, 'can-do' attitude with a proactive and flexible approach to work Willing to travel and occasionally work evenings and weekends Commitment to Temwa's vision and values How to Apply Please submit a CV (max two pages) and one page cover letter outlining your relevant skills, experience and interest in the role.
Mar 26, 2020
Full time
Events Coordinator (Part-Time) Overview Our goal at Temwa is to harness the power of bringing communities together. We partner with communities in Malawi, empowering local people to end poverty and transform their own futures. We inspire local communities in the UK to help bring about this change. From producing the live shows for sporting challenge events to Temwa's Christmas Party to thought leadership Carbon Balance events, you will be responsible for delivering a programme of special fundraising events to engage and inspire new and existing temwa supporters . Location: Temwa UK offices, Portland Square, central Bristol Application Deadline: Monday 23rd March Expected Interview Date: w/c 6th April Expected Start Date: Early May Salary: 21,000 - 23,100 Per Annum (Pro Rata, two days a week) Please note the upper end of the band will only be considered for very experienced candidates. The position entails work at events and may include some UK and overseas travel. Working hours will vary and will sometimes include evenings and weekends (TOIL will be provided). About Temwa When communities come together. Temwa means 'love, within a community,' in the language of Tumbuka. We are a Bristol based charity committed to empowering remote African communities to end poverty and transform their own futures. We know that without the central involvement of the communities in a project we cannot do anything that lasts. Temwa draws on 17 years of working with remote communities in Malawi to understand that many of the challenges faced by poor rural communities are linked and mutually reinforcing. To make a lasting change, we partner with the communities and work through local structures to tackle the various causes of poverty simultaneously, not just symptoms. We have a highly skilled team in Malawi implementing this work, based out of two offices in the Northern Region. Our UK office, based in Bristol, comprises a small fundraising and operations team of six staff, 3-5 volunteer interns and a wider family of volunteers and supporters, committed to achieving this goal. Job outline As the Events Coordinator, you will be passionate about creating experiences that inspire people and build long-last memories. Supported by the Fundraising Team, you will feel confident in developing events ideas, from scoping and procuring appropriate locations and resources to safety assessments and managing large teams to prepare, deliver and wrap up exciting nights and celebrations. You will be joining us at a key point in our fundraising. Temwa has generated high levels of media coverage and enjoys a receptive and growing audience in the media. We have recently launched Temwa Carbon Balance, are mid-way through revamping our brand and have a growing network of engaged supporters. You will be able to produce formal networking events for commercial audiences, family friendly events, and electric live shows for dance and wrestling challenges. The Events Coordinator will be someone who sees the potential of a space and can bring an idea to life, is able to balance multiple relationships and considers all aspects of an event. You will be able to develop relationships digitally and in person with suppliers, partners and the Temwa UK and Malawi teams as well. Your work will be grounded in effective events management systems and trends, as well as a deep commitment and understanding in what we do. As a key member of a small team, you will be someone with initiative, adaptable to different tasks and environments and have the ability to balance a varying workload. Key deliverables of this role include: managing Temwa's programme of special events and festival support, to agreed targets and with the aim of growing income from this source working alongside the Communications Assistant and Communications & Deputy Fundraising Manager to ensure events are marketed successfully maintaining key external relationships, including coordinating work with key supporters and media outlets, to expand events marketing reach as widely as possible and trusted suppliers to support the delivery of events Key requirements Passionate about inspiring change in communities and an interest in fundraising Relevant qualification and/or experience in Events Management Strong interpersonal skills and fluent communication (both written and verbal) Experienced in the delivery of events, including scoping, supplier and artist liaison, logistics, team and volunteer coordination, lighting and AV, programming, and budget management Experience in events marketing, collating press info and public relations and ticket management Attention to detail in reporting and copy-writing Possess a highly positive, 'can-do' attitude with a proactive and flexible approach to work Willing to travel and occasionally work evenings and weekends Commitment to Temwa's vision and values How to Apply Please submit a CV (max two pages) and one page cover letter outlining your relevant skills, experience and interest in the role.
Software Developer - Avonmouth - £40k A well-established international organisation based in Avonmouth is seeking a .NET Developer to join a busy and growing development team working on enhancements to the core system. You will provide technical designs, solutions, best practice guidance and technical reviews as part of sprint work delivery. You will join a Project Development team to deliver high quality, tested, scalable and reusable code. There will be ample opportunity to learn and develop your skill-set as you will participate in regular knowledge sharing sessions and work with a variety of technologies. With exciting new projects underway utilising, the latest tech and methodology this could be a great opportunity to work with .NET Core, Azure, Typescript, Angular, and Docker. The .NET Developer responsibilities will include: Develop a wide range of complex hardware integrations and desktop/web based solutions Work closely with software project and QA teams to ensure product are meeting the required standards Help manage the implementation of all new applications The successful .NET Developer will have the following skills and experience; Required Experience: C# ASP.NET MVC T-SQL/SQL Server Angular HTML, CSS Optional Experience: Web API .NET Core TDD AJAX Azure DevOps WCF Docker The role of .NET Developer is paying up to £40,000 with excellent benefits and career progression opportunities. Benefits include; 25 days holiday, flexible working, parking, bonus and more. Lawrence Harvey is acting as an employment agency in regards to this position.
Mar 26, 2020
Full time
Software Developer - Avonmouth - £40k A well-established international organisation based in Avonmouth is seeking a .NET Developer to join a busy and growing development team working on enhancements to the core system. You will provide technical designs, solutions, best practice guidance and technical reviews as part of sprint work delivery. You will join a Project Development team to deliver high quality, tested, scalable and reusable code. There will be ample opportunity to learn and develop your skill-set as you will participate in regular knowledge sharing sessions and work with a variety of technologies. With exciting new projects underway utilising, the latest tech and methodology this could be a great opportunity to work with .NET Core, Azure, Typescript, Angular, and Docker. The .NET Developer responsibilities will include: Develop a wide range of complex hardware integrations and desktop/web based solutions Work closely with software project and QA teams to ensure product are meeting the required standards Help manage the implementation of all new applications The successful .NET Developer will have the following skills and experience; Required Experience: C# ASP.NET MVC T-SQL/SQL Server Angular HTML, CSS Optional Experience: Web API .NET Core TDD AJAX Azure DevOps WCF Docker The role of .NET Developer is paying up to £40,000 with excellent benefits and career progression opportunities. Benefits include; 25 days holiday, flexible working, parking, bonus and more. Lawrence Harvey is acting as an employment agency in regards to this position.
Location: London or Bristol, UK, with travel to field sites as required. Closing date for applications: 16 March 2020 Start date: Immediate Contract duration: Permanent Remuneration: Competitive salary based on experience We rebuild tropical fisheries with coastal communities Blue Ventures develops locally-led approaches to marine conservation that seek to benefit people and nature alike. By listening and responding to pressing needs, we design our models to catalyse and sustain marine conservation, unlocking the potential of coastal communities to manage their resources. We work in places where the ocean is vital to local cultures and economies, and are committed to advancing the rights of small-scale fishers throughout the coastal tropics. Summary Job Description We are currently recruiting a specialist to provide technical leadership, coaching and mentoring across Blue Ventures' programmes, to ensure excellence and effectiveness in our support for fisheries improvement. This position will play a key role providing technical guidance to field-based teams in the design and delivery of fisheries improvement strategies, alongside initiatives that support wider fisheries management. The Global Technical Advisor for Fisheries Improvement will be responsible for convening a community of practice within Blue Ventures that includes field-based project managers and technicians. This group will establish and maintain Blue Ventures' best practice principles for fisheries improvement and value addition, informed by our experience and learning on the ground. The Global Technical Advisor will also work closely with our programme delivery and our science teams to ensure that our progress is documented, and shared to a variety of audiences. We're looking for someone with strong understanding and experience of value chains in the small-scale fisheries sector, willing to learn and challenge their assumptions when required. The successful candidate will have a deep and sensitive appreciation of the complex challenges facing coastal tropical fisheries; including widespread coastal poverty, an overwhelming reliance on fishing for food and income, limited data, and weak national governance. We are looking for a creative and discerning individual, with first rate partnership development, leadership and communications skills, and a strong technical background in small-scale fisheries management. The successful candidate will thrive in environments that are dynamic, fast-paced, collegiate and ambitious, and have a proven track record in delivering high-quality written work, and in communicating effectively and professionally with diverse audiences, ranging from fishing communities to conservationists and technical specialists. Blue Ventures is a fast-growing and mission-driven social enterprise, offering excellent opportunities for further professional development. Download full job description including responsibilities here Application Process Applicants should apply online, by 16th March 2020. Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and first-round interviews may be conducted with short-listed candidates before the application deadline. All shortlisted candidates will be contacted within one week of the closing date.
Mar 26, 2020
Full time
Location: London or Bristol, UK, with travel to field sites as required. Closing date for applications: 16 March 2020 Start date: Immediate Contract duration: Permanent Remuneration: Competitive salary based on experience We rebuild tropical fisheries with coastal communities Blue Ventures develops locally-led approaches to marine conservation that seek to benefit people and nature alike. By listening and responding to pressing needs, we design our models to catalyse and sustain marine conservation, unlocking the potential of coastal communities to manage their resources. We work in places where the ocean is vital to local cultures and economies, and are committed to advancing the rights of small-scale fishers throughout the coastal tropics. Summary Job Description We are currently recruiting a specialist to provide technical leadership, coaching and mentoring across Blue Ventures' programmes, to ensure excellence and effectiveness in our support for fisheries improvement. This position will play a key role providing technical guidance to field-based teams in the design and delivery of fisheries improvement strategies, alongside initiatives that support wider fisheries management. The Global Technical Advisor for Fisheries Improvement will be responsible for convening a community of practice within Blue Ventures that includes field-based project managers and technicians. This group will establish and maintain Blue Ventures' best practice principles for fisheries improvement and value addition, informed by our experience and learning on the ground. The Global Technical Advisor will also work closely with our programme delivery and our science teams to ensure that our progress is documented, and shared to a variety of audiences. We're looking for someone with strong understanding and experience of value chains in the small-scale fisheries sector, willing to learn and challenge their assumptions when required. The successful candidate will have a deep and sensitive appreciation of the complex challenges facing coastal tropical fisheries; including widespread coastal poverty, an overwhelming reliance on fishing for food and income, limited data, and weak national governance. We are looking for a creative and discerning individual, with first rate partnership development, leadership and communications skills, and a strong technical background in small-scale fisheries management. The successful candidate will thrive in environments that are dynamic, fast-paced, collegiate and ambitious, and have a proven track record in delivering high-quality written work, and in communicating effectively and professionally with diverse audiences, ranging from fishing communities to conservationists and technical specialists. Blue Ventures is a fast-growing and mission-driven social enterprise, offering excellent opportunities for further professional development. Download full job description including responsibilities here Application Process Applicants should apply online, by 16th March 2020. Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and first-round interviews may be conducted with short-listed candidates before the application deadline. All shortlisted candidates will be contacted within one week of the closing date.
Communications OfficerSalary: £23,000 - £25,000 pro rata depending on experience (£18,400 - £20,000 per annum for 29 hours) + 6% pension contribution Location: BristolContract type: Permanent, part-time, 29 hours per weekBenefits- 6% employer pension contribution- 25 days' annual leave pro rata plus statutory Bank Holidays- Employee assistance programme in place with free access to confidential, professional legal and health advice- Cycle to work schemeMeningitis Research Foundation: (MRF) We are a leading UK and international charity that aims to improve the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of meningitis and septicaemia (also known as sepsis). It is an exciting time for the charity as we expand our reach and impact to meet the challenges of meningitis and septicaemia wherever they exist in the world. We are set to play a role in developing a new global roadmap to defeat meningitis alongside major international public health organisations.As a Communications Officer, you will:- Ensure brand consistency across all materials- Support the commissioning and production of printed publications and products aimed at a range of audiences- Design and update materials in-house using InDesign or similar software- Assist in the delivery of strategic campaigns implemented by the Communications team- Co-ordinate the production and curation of content, including copy and photos, to produce compelling messages that engage supporters and motivate them to act- Be responsible for the publication workflow- Produce and implement print project briefs- Support the successful running of the charity's scientific conferenceThe candidate: We are seeking an experienced Communications Officer to support the production of our printed literature (design and print), content creation and events, to deliver the charity's mission. The ideal candidate will be creative, proactive and able to work on multiple projects simultaneously. You will bring real energy and drive to a role that also requires attention to detail and flexibility.The application process: The closing date for completed applications is 2nd April 2020. Interviews will be held on 7th and 8th April 2020.Please be advised that CVs alone will not be considered.MRF is committed to safeguarding. Any advertised role will require references and confirmation of your identity will be undertaken. Specific roles will state if there is a requirement for further checks.So, if you're seeking a rewarding challenge as a Communications Officer, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.Other organisations may call this role Communications and Marketing Officer, Marketing Officer, Multimedia Officer, Media Officer, PR Officer, Marketing Executive, Marcomms Executive, Communications Executive, Communications and Media Officer, Medical Communications Officer, or Healthcare Communications Officer.
Mar 26, 2020
Full time
Communications OfficerSalary: £23,000 - £25,000 pro rata depending on experience (£18,400 - £20,000 per annum for 29 hours) + 6% pension contribution Location: BristolContract type: Permanent, part-time, 29 hours per weekBenefits- 6% employer pension contribution- 25 days' annual leave pro rata plus statutory Bank Holidays- Employee assistance programme in place with free access to confidential, professional legal and health advice- Cycle to work schemeMeningitis Research Foundation: (MRF) We are a leading UK and international charity that aims to improve the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of meningitis and septicaemia (also known as sepsis). It is an exciting time for the charity as we expand our reach and impact to meet the challenges of meningitis and septicaemia wherever they exist in the world. We are set to play a role in developing a new global roadmap to defeat meningitis alongside major international public health organisations.As a Communications Officer, you will:- Ensure brand consistency across all materials- Support the commissioning and production of printed publications and products aimed at a range of audiences- Design and update materials in-house using InDesign or similar software- Assist in the delivery of strategic campaigns implemented by the Communications team- Co-ordinate the production and curation of content, including copy and photos, to produce compelling messages that engage supporters and motivate them to act- Be responsible for the publication workflow- Produce and implement print project briefs- Support the successful running of the charity's scientific conferenceThe candidate: We are seeking an experienced Communications Officer to support the production of our printed literature (design and print), content creation and events, to deliver the charity's mission. The ideal candidate will be creative, proactive and able to work on multiple projects simultaneously. You will bring real energy and drive to a role that also requires attention to detail and flexibility.The application process: The closing date for completed applications is 2nd April 2020. Interviews will be held on 7th and 8th April 2020.Please be advised that CVs alone will not be considered.MRF is committed to safeguarding. Any advertised role will require references and confirmation of your identity will be undertaken. Specific roles will state if there is a requirement for further checks.So, if you're seeking a rewarding challenge as a Communications Officer, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.Other organisations may call this role Communications and Marketing Officer, Marketing Officer, Multimedia Officer, Media Officer, PR Officer, Marketing Executive, Marcomms Executive, Communications Executive, Communications and Media Officer, Medical Communications Officer, or Healthcare Communications Officer.
Press & Media Officer (Ref SUS2882) £27,255 annum 37.5 hours per week - based in central Bristol Sustrans has a vision of a world in which people choose to travel in ways that benefit their health and our environment. This role will play a key part in helping us to achieve that by pitching winning ideas to national media and securing a high volume of positive media coverage about our work. Your ability to spot and sell-in a good story and to deliver successful media and communications campaigns across all platforms will help us achieve our strategic aims and raise our profile. We're looking for someone who is highly motivated with excellent communication skills, strong writing skills, experience in B2C PR and a proven ability to influence internally. Educated to degree level or equivalent, you will have an excellent understanding of how the media works, a strong news sense and experience of using creative PR techniques. With a proven track record of building relationships with journalists, commentators and bloggers and producing inspiring copy, media statements, opinion pieces and blogs, you will generate great coverage for us in print, broadcast and digital media. You will also be committed to the promotion of sustainable transport Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am on Friday 27 March 2020.Interviews will take place in Bristol on Friday 3 April 2020. Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion. We welcome applications from people with the appropriate skills from all parts of the community.
Mar 26, 2020
Full time
Press & Media Officer (Ref SUS2882) £27,255 annum 37.5 hours per week - based in central Bristol Sustrans has a vision of a world in which people choose to travel in ways that benefit their health and our environment. This role will play a key part in helping us to achieve that by pitching winning ideas to national media and securing a high volume of positive media coverage about our work. Your ability to spot and sell-in a good story and to deliver successful media and communications campaigns across all platforms will help us achieve our strategic aims and raise our profile. We're looking for someone who is highly motivated with excellent communication skills, strong writing skills, experience in B2C PR and a proven ability to influence internally. Educated to degree level or equivalent, you will have an excellent understanding of how the media works, a strong news sense and experience of using creative PR techniques. With a proven track record of building relationships with journalists, commentators and bloggers and producing inspiring copy, media statements, opinion pieces and blogs, you will generate great coverage for us in print, broadcast and digital media. You will also be committed to the promotion of sustainable transport Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am on Friday 27 March 2020.Interviews will take place in Bristol on Friday 3 April 2020. Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion. We welcome applications from people with the appropriate skills from all parts of the community.
Graphic Designer Are you looking to use your creativity and design skills for a positive purpose? We're looking for a graphic designer to join our busy team! Reporting into our Senior Communications Manager (Marketing & Brand) you will be responsible for designing a variety of high-quality materials, working creatively within our recently refreshed brand guidelines. Design, production and delivery will include print materials, such as flyers and brochures, as well as promotional items, signage and digital assets for our website and social media channels. Whilst part of the Marketing and Brand team, you will also work across Hft's wider Communications and Marketing team to create materials for internal and external audiences, as well as providing brand approval for key internal stakeholders including our fundraising and recruitment teams. Salary £23,507 Job Type: Fixed term - 1 year initially (with potential to become permanent). 35 hours per week Location: Emersons Green, Bristol Requirements We are looking for a designer with experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector, with bags of creativity and the ability to come up with new and exciting ideas which will help promote the Hft brand. With a degree in a design-related subject, and a minimum of two years' relevant experience, you will provide a professional in-house studio service, treating colleagues as 'internal clients', and supporting and clarifying their design briefs. You will be working on a number of design requests at any one time, so the ability to multi-task, work calmly under pressure and manage stakeholders effectively is essential. If you have experience of delivering large and small design projects in InDesign or other Adobe Creative Cloud applications, and of designing for both print and digital, please get in touch. Copywriting experience would be also be a welcome bonus! The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape and develop this role and make a real impact on our communications. What we Offer Access to the Hft Plus benefits package, which includes a great number of discounts and rewards across shops, restaurants, gym membership and days out; but also, an Employee Assistance Programme, with telephone and face-to-face support options. Access to award-winning training and development - Hft is one of only four charities to have achieved the Skills for Care 'Centre of Excellence' provider status. Annual staff award scheme - The Fusion Awards, and peer recognition through our GEM awards programme. 20 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays). A contributory pension scheme & life assurance Closing date: Thursday 26th March 2020 STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE. You may have experience of the following: Graphic Design, Marketing, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Designer, Adobe, Photoshop, Creative Marketing, Brand Marketing, Marketing Materials, Charity, Third Sector, NFP, Not for Profit etc. Ref: 92603
Mar 26, 2020
Full time
Graphic Designer Are you looking to use your creativity and design skills for a positive purpose? We're looking for a graphic designer to join our busy team! Reporting into our Senior Communications Manager (Marketing & Brand) you will be responsible for designing a variety of high-quality materials, working creatively within our recently refreshed brand guidelines. Design, production and delivery will include print materials, such as flyers and brochures, as well as promotional items, signage and digital assets for our website and social media channels. Whilst part of the Marketing and Brand team, you will also work across Hft's wider Communications and Marketing team to create materials for internal and external audiences, as well as providing brand approval for key internal stakeholders including our fundraising and recruitment teams. Salary £23,507 Job Type: Fixed term - 1 year initially (with potential to become permanent). 35 hours per week Location: Emersons Green, Bristol Requirements We are looking for a designer with experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector, with bags of creativity and the ability to come up with new and exciting ideas which will help promote the Hft brand. With a degree in a design-related subject, and a minimum of two years' relevant experience, you will provide a professional in-house studio service, treating colleagues as 'internal clients', and supporting and clarifying their design briefs. You will be working on a number of design requests at any one time, so the ability to multi-task, work calmly under pressure and manage stakeholders effectively is essential. If you have experience of delivering large and small design projects in InDesign or other Adobe Creative Cloud applications, and of designing for both print and digital, please get in touch. Copywriting experience would be also be a welcome bonus! The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape and develop this role and make a real impact on our communications. What we Offer Access to the Hft Plus benefits package, which includes a great number of discounts and rewards across shops, restaurants, gym membership and days out; but also, an Employee Assistance Programme, with telephone and face-to-face support options. Access to award-winning training and development - Hft is one of only four charities to have achieved the Skills for Care 'Centre of Excellence' provider status. Annual staff award scheme - The Fusion Awards, and peer recognition through our GEM awards programme. 20 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays). A contributory pension scheme & life assurance Closing date: Thursday 26th March 2020 STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE. You may have experience of the following: Graphic Design, Marketing, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Designer, Adobe, Photoshop, Creative Marketing, Brand Marketing, Marketing Materials, Charity, Third Sector, NFP, Not for Profit etc. Ref: 92603
Are you interested in helping people who have, or are recovering from, mental health problems, integrate back into work? Would you like to be part of an organisation that counts on the professionalism, insight, expertise and passion of its staff to inspire individual recovery for the people they work with? Welcome to Richmond Fellowship as an Employment Advisor. Right now, one of our partners, Richmond Fellowship, is looking for an Employment Advisor to join our Bristol Employment service. We help individuals with mental health problems to find paid employment. We also support people to retain their employment when they are struggling at work due to their mental health. We also advise and support employers about mental health in the workplace. But, it's only possible with the help of people like you. Your challenge? To do everything you can to help the individuals we work with to source appropriate work experience placements, paid or voluntary roles with local organisations/employers. Day to day, you'll offer support, careers advice and guidance, helping people to set their own recovery and employment focused goals and provide training in personal and skills development such as CV preparation, interview techniques etc. You'll also be responsible for establishing and maintaining positive links with partner organisations, local employers and other relevant agencies and have the initiative to develop and promote the service. Additionally, you will have responsibility for maintaining efficient admin systems to ensure referrals, assessments and reviews are completed in a timely manner. As well as a good understanding of mental health problems and the issues and barriers this can create for our clients, you'll need excellent motivational, presentation and listening skills and a willingness to travel in the local area and to work outside of office hours as required. The salary for these posts are £21,364.00 per annum with subsequent progression up to a maximum of £22,391.00 per annum. These are full time posts at 37.5 hours per week. These are fixed-term posts ending 31st March 2021 subject to further funding. Both posts will be based in North Somerset. Closing date: 20th April 2020, 11:59pm We are always aiming to be more accessible to the communities we service and encourage applications which reflect those communities. So, are you ready to take on this rewarding role that comes with some really great benefits? Apply now via our website. Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.
Mar 26, 2020
Full time
Are you interested in helping people who have, or are recovering from, mental health problems, integrate back into work? Would you like to be part of an organisation that counts on the professionalism, insight, expertise and passion of its staff to inspire individual recovery for the people they work with? Welcome to Richmond Fellowship as an Employment Advisor. Right now, one of our partners, Richmond Fellowship, is looking for an Employment Advisor to join our Bristol Employment service. We help individuals with mental health problems to find paid employment. We also support people to retain their employment when they are struggling at work due to their mental health. We also advise and support employers about mental health in the workplace. But, it's only possible with the help of people like you. Your challenge? To do everything you can to help the individuals we work with to source appropriate work experience placements, paid or voluntary roles with local organisations/employers. Day to day, you'll offer support, careers advice and guidance, helping people to set their own recovery and employment focused goals and provide training in personal and skills development such as CV preparation, interview techniques etc. You'll also be responsible for establishing and maintaining positive links with partner organisations, local employers and other relevant agencies and have the initiative to develop and promote the service. Additionally, you will have responsibility for maintaining efficient admin systems to ensure referrals, assessments and reviews are completed in a timely manner. As well as a good understanding of mental health problems and the issues and barriers this can create for our clients, you'll need excellent motivational, presentation and listening skills and a willingness to travel in the local area and to work outside of office hours as required. The salary for these posts are £21,364.00 per annum with subsequent progression up to a maximum of £22,391.00 per annum. These are full time posts at 37.5 hours per week. These are fixed-term posts ending 31st March 2021 subject to further funding. Both posts will be based in North Somerset. Closing date: 20th April 2020, 11:59pm We are always aiming to be more accessible to the communities we service and encourage applications which reflect those communities. So, are you ready to take on this rewarding role that comes with some really great benefits? Apply now via our website. Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.
QinetiQ Electronics Engineer (Graduate Level) Bristol The Company QinetiQ comprises teams of dedicated people; experts in defence, aerospace, security and related markets. We draw on our extensive technical knowledge and intellectual property to provide the know-how and support to solve some of the world's most challenging problems. Our people make the critical difference to customers by providing unique approaches to problem solving. Why don't you join some of the world's finest scientific and technical minds and help us make tomorrow work today. The role: Having recently won a large contract with the MOD to enable the delivery of the next generation of Tactical Communication and Information Systems, we are looking to expand our existing technical teams. The programme of work includes communications system itself, the application set the Common Battlefield Applications Toolset (ComBAT), and the Information systems. As a recognised market leading expert, QinetiQ work closely with the MOD as a strategic partner, helping them deliver innovation & enable cutting edge technologies to achieve their goals. To support this, we are actively recruiting recent graduates for consultative opportunities within a number of our specialist teams. In this fast paced and technically challenging environment, you will support the technical delivery of secure end-to-end communications solutions in a multi-bearer, mobile environment from high level design to delivery and transition to service. This will include the capturing of requirements, conducting research and analysis activities on new communications technologies and taking an active role in the transition into operations. The fit: The successful candidates will be a recent graduates, with a degree in an engineering discipline e.g. systems or electrical & electronic engineers, with an interest in radio communications (or may have studied telecommunications as a module). You will thrive working in a fast paced and dynamic environment where no 2 days are the same. You will enjoy working on cutting edge projects with clients looking at you for advice and guidance, supported by experienced technical teams and a world class organisation that is renowned for innovation. We look for outstanding technical people, creative and analytical thinkers, decisions makers, influencers and excellent communicators. Join us today. Apply by click the APPLY NOW button.
Mar 26, 2020
Full time
QinetiQ Electronics Engineer (Graduate Level) Bristol The Company QinetiQ comprises teams of dedicated people; experts in defence, aerospace, security and related markets. We draw on our extensive technical knowledge and intellectual property to provide the know-how and support to solve some of the world's most challenging problems. Our people make the critical difference to customers by providing unique approaches to problem solving. Why don't you join some of the world's finest scientific and technical minds and help us make tomorrow work today. The role: Having recently won a large contract with the MOD to enable the delivery of the next generation of Tactical Communication and Information Systems, we are looking to expand our existing technical teams. The programme of work includes communications system itself, the application set the Common Battlefield Applications Toolset (ComBAT), and the Information systems. As a recognised market leading expert, QinetiQ work closely with the MOD as a strategic partner, helping them deliver innovation & enable cutting edge technologies to achieve their goals. To support this, we are actively recruiting recent graduates for consultative opportunities within a number of our specialist teams. In this fast paced and technically challenging environment, you will support the technical delivery of secure end-to-end communications solutions in a multi-bearer, mobile environment from high level design to delivery and transition to service. This will include the capturing of requirements, conducting research and analysis activities on new communications technologies and taking an active role in the transition into operations. The fit: The successful candidates will be a recent graduates, with a degree in an engineering discipline e.g. systems or electrical & electronic engineers, with an interest in radio communications (or may have studied telecommunications as a module). You will thrive working in a fast paced and dynamic environment where no 2 days are the same. You will enjoy working on cutting edge projects with clients looking at you for advice and guidance, supported by experienced technical teams and a world class organisation that is renowned for innovation. We look for outstanding technical people, creative and analytical thinkers, decisions makers, influencers and excellent communicators. Join us today. Apply by click the APPLY NOW button.
Senior Product Owner Bristol SF30291 About the role Here at Babcock International we are looking for an experienced Product Owner to join an expanding team as a Senior Product Owner. You will represent the product's stakeholders and the voice of the customer, as well as being accountable for ensuring that the development team delivers value to the business. Your key responsibilities will include: * Liaise with business stakeholders to capture business requirements as user stories * Ordering the items in the Product Backlog to best achieve goals and missions * Ensuring the Product Backlog is visible, transparent and clear to all, as well as making sure the development team or supplier understands it all to required level * Ensure all changes are tested, documented and version controlled before release * Operate as part of a SCRUM team and working in an Agile development environment * Attend strategy meetings in relation to new bids and projects coming up And as you're supporting our business we'll be supporting you. So as well as offering excellent benefits and facilities - you will be given the appropriate training to fulfil your role. Babcock provide support to a range of projects and you will have the opportunity to grow and expand your skillset within the engineering industry. What do I need to do the role? * You will need to be an experienced Product Owner with experience in a SCRUM environment * Knowledge of Agile methodologies * Knowledge of Application Lifecycle Management * Familiarity with source control systems such as Azure DevOps is desirable What else do I need to know about the role? * You will work a 37 hour week Monday-Friday with flexible start and finish times * The role is primarily based in Bristol with occasional travel * All applicants must have or be able to obtain SC security clearance About Babcock International For more than a century, Babcock, the Aerospace and Defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly-skilled engineering services. We help customers in the UK and around the world to improve the capability, reliability and availability of their most critical assets within the four market sectors of Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear, underpinned by a deep understanding of technology integration, unique infrastructure and specialist training. We're committed to providing a great employee experience in a supportive and engaging environment. The benefits you can expect to enjoy include a generous holiday entitlement, competitive money purchase pension scheme with life assurance and a share ownership scheme. You'll benefit from excellent career and learning and development opportunities to ensure that you grow and achieve your full potential. Application Guidance All applications should be made online. Please use a desktop PC or laptop to create your account and apply for a job. Once you've completed this you'll be able to apply to jobs from mobile devices. If you experience difficulties please click here. Recruitment correspondence is normally by email so please check your email account and spam folder regularly. We are committed to building an inclusive culture and strives to attract talent who thrive in an inclusive and flexible working environment. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know and will respond in a way that best fits your specific needs. Armed Forces Covenant We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant. We recognise the value that Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reserves, Veterans, Uniformed Cadet Instructors and Service Families contribute to our business and the United Kingdom. As part of the Covenant, Babcock offers Reservists and Uniformed Cadet Instructors up to 2 week's special paid leave to help them meet their commitments. To find out more please click here.
Mar 24, 2020
Full time
Senior Product Owner Bristol SF30291 About the role Here at Babcock International we are looking for an experienced Product Owner to join an expanding team as a Senior Product Owner. You will represent the product's stakeholders and the voice of the customer, as well as being accountable for ensuring that the development team delivers value to the business. Your key responsibilities will include: * Liaise with business stakeholders to capture business requirements as user stories * Ordering the items in the Product Backlog to best achieve goals and missions * Ensuring the Product Backlog is visible, transparent and clear to all, as well as making sure the development team or supplier understands it all to required level * Ensure all changes are tested, documented and version controlled before release * Operate as part of a SCRUM team and working in an Agile development environment * Attend strategy meetings in relation to new bids and projects coming up And as you're supporting our business we'll be supporting you. So as well as offering excellent benefits and facilities - you will be given the appropriate training to fulfil your role. Babcock provide support to a range of projects and you will have the opportunity to grow and expand your skillset within the engineering industry. What do I need to do the role? * You will need to be an experienced Product Owner with experience in a SCRUM environment * Knowledge of Agile methodologies * Knowledge of Application Lifecycle Management * Familiarity with source control systems such as Azure DevOps is desirable What else do I need to know about the role? * You will work a 37 hour week Monday-Friday with flexible start and finish times * The role is primarily based in Bristol with occasional travel * All applicants must have or be able to obtain SC security clearance About Babcock International For more than a century, Babcock, the Aerospace and Defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly-skilled engineering services. We help customers in the UK and around the world to improve the capability, reliability and availability of their most critical assets within the four market sectors of Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear, underpinned by a deep understanding of technology integration, unique infrastructure and specialist training. We're committed to providing a great employee experience in a supportive and engaging environment. The benefits you can expect to enjoy include a generous holiday entitlement, competitive money purchase pension scheme with life assurance and a share ownership scheme. You'll benefit from excellent career and learning and development opportunities to ensure that you grow and achieve your full potential. Application Guidance All applications should be made online. Please use a desktop PC or laptop to create your account and apply for a job. Once you've completed this you'll be able to apply to jobs from mobile devices. If you experience difficulties please click here. Recruitment correspondence is normally by email so please check your email account and spam folder regularly. We are committed to building an inclusive culture and strives to attract talent who thrive in an inclusive and flexible working environment. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know and will respond in a way that best fits your specific needs. Armed Forces Covenant We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant. We recognise the value that Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reserves, Veterans, Uniformed Cadet Instructors and Service Families contribute to our business and the United Kingdom. As part of the Covenant, Babcock offers Reservists and Uniformed Cadet Instructors up to 2 week's special paid leave to help them meet their commitments. To find out more please click here.
DevOps Test Automation Engineer (Management Level) Lloyds Banking Group Bristol - BS1 5LL Salary & Benefits: £58,941 to £65,490 base salary, plus annual personal bonus, 13% employer pension contribution, 4% flexible cash pot, private medical insurance, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays. We also offer flexible working hours, agile working practices and home working opportunities, working for Lloyds is great! Here's a summary of our role… Joining us as a DevOps Test Automation Engineer, you'll play a key role in driving quality software solutions into production. You would aim to deliver exciting customer driven solutions whilst reducing risk by implementing the right level of engineering artefacts through Agile testing, with an "Automation first" approach in every phase of the software delivery process that aids speed to market and better quality. At Lloyds Banking Group our aim is to create a forward-thinking engineering culture that supports the business in delivering high quality, efficient and positive impact outcomes for customers. The role of the Test Automation Engineer is vital in ensuring the products we deliver are fit for purpose and meet the quality and standards that our customers expect. Where does the role sit within Lloyds Banking Group? Lloyds Banking Group are transforming the way we do Engineering. We've created "LBG Labs" and we're building multi-functional, co-located teams giving them freedom to bring technology to the forefront of our business. This will create new, and improve existing, products and services to help us really make a difference to our customers. This particular role sits within a Software Engineering team in our Group Transformation division, within the Finance Value Stream and will focus on work in our General Ledger's LAB. Labs are co-located teams who work together on key projects to deliver value at pace by designing services that people find useful, easy and engaging to use. Typically, a Lab has a strong focus on complex problem solving in an agile environment where engineers are free to experiment and create innovative products which will transform the way our customers engage with us. Want more detail? Primarily you'll play a key role in driving quality software solutions into production using an "automation first" approach. Other specific activities would include defining acceptance testing criteria, endorsing modern testing best practices, working with relevant people to understand the solution choices, maintaining traceability, building trust in the quality of the product, identifying defects and lastly to be a quality engineering champion within Lloyds! What we'd love to see from you: We like people who come from a variety of industry backgrounds and welcome having a diverse team. To be considered for the role as a minimum we would need to see the following in this rough order of priority: * 2 years + experience within a modern quality engineering/DevOps engineering role in combination with a wider testing history and a good knowledge of the full test lifecycle, test models, testing best practices and test benchmarking. * An 'automation first' approach to testing with a passion for driving productivity and a focus on reducing risk within teams. This includes experience of hands on coding activities, ideally within Java and C#.NET but other languages will suffice as long as you have coding experience. * Experience working within a DevOps & Agile working environment. * Experience of Selenium & Cucumber. * Good people skills and the ability to work in an effective, passionate & fun multi-functional team. * Management experience in some shape or form, either line management of teams or a focus on senior stakeholder management and influencing. Who are the General Ledger Software Development Team? Our team sits within the Group Transformation division, in the Finance Value Stream, specifically within the General Ledger's LAB area of the bank. You will be responsible for supporting a vast and complex Finance Ledger landscape including the new Oracle Fusion (Cloud hosted ledger) as well as the existing/legacy ledgers and sub-ledgers. In addition to this, the team also supports the Integrity application for Finance attestation, the Generic Interface Processes as well as the Data Reference Management tool. Who are Lloyds Banking Group? As the UK's largest retail and commercial bank, we have a footprint that touches nearly every community and household in the UK. That gives us a big responsibility to support the UK economy, and we have a clear strategy to put customers first and achieve our vision of being the best bank for our customers. We're committed to employing a diverse and inclusive workforce, reflective of the customers and communities we serve - where all our colleagues can be themselves and succeed on merit. What support will I get and how will my career grow? As a multi-brand, multi-channel business, we have the scale and breadth to provide you with a diverse range of training and development opportunities, helping you achieve a rewarding and fulfilling career. Our engineering community in Bristol is growing rapidly, which will naturally present lots of career opportunities. Join us and be part of an inclusive, values-based culture focused on making a difference. Together we make it possible.
Mar 24, 2020
Full time
DevOps Test Automation Engineer (Management Level) Lloyds Banking Group Bristol - BS1 5LL Salary & Benefits: £58,941 to £65,490 base salary, plus annual personal bonus, 13% employer pension contribution, 4% flexible cash pot, private medical insurance, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays. We also offer flexible working hours, agile working practices and home working opportunities, working for Lloyds is great! Here's a summary of our role… Joining us as a DevOps Test Automation Engineer, you'll play a key role in driving quality software solutions into production. You would aim to deliver exciting customer driven solutions whilst reducing risk by implementing the right level of engineering artefacts through Agile testing, with an "Automation first" approach in every phase of the software delivery process that aids speed to market and better quality. At Lloyds Banking Group our aim is to create a forward-thinking engineering culture that supports the business in delivering high quality, efficient and positive impact outcomes for customers. The role of the Test Automation Engineer is vital in ensuring the products we deliver are fit for purpose and meet the quality and standards that our customers expect. Where does the role sit within Lloyds Banking Group? Lloyds Banking Group are transforming the way we do Engineering. We've created "LBG Labs" and we're building multi-functional, co-located teams giving them freedom to bring technology to the forefront of our business. This will create new, and improve existing, products and services to help us really make a difference to our customers. This particular role sits within a Software Engineering team in our Group Transformation division, within the Finance Value Stream and will focus on work in our General Ledger's LAB. Labs are co-located teams who work together on key projects to deliver value at pace by designing services that people find useful, easy and engaging to use. Typically, a Lab has a strong focus on complex problem solving in an agile environment where engineers are free to experiment and create innovative products which will transform the way our customers engage with us. Want more detail? Primarily you'll play a key role in driving quality software solutions into production using an "automation first" approach. Other specific activities would include defining acceptance testing criteria, endorsing modern testing best practices, working with relevant people to understand the solution choices, maintaining traceability, building trust in the quality of the product, identifying defects and lastly to be a quality engineering champion within Lloyds! What we'd love to see from you: We like people who come from a variety of industry backgrounds and welcome having a diverse team. To be considered for the role as a minimum we would need to see the following in this rough order of priority: * 2 years + experience within a modern quality engineering/DevOps engineering role in combination with a wider testing history and a good knowledge of the full test lifecycle, test models, testing best practices and test benchmarking. * An 'automation first' approach to testing with a passion for driving productivity and a focus on reducing risk within teams. This includes experience of hands on coding activities, ideally within Java and C#.NET but other languages will suffice as long as you have coding experience. * Experience working within a DevOps & Agile working environment. * Experience of Selenium & Cucumber. * Good people skills and the ability to work in an effective, passionate & fun multi-functional team. * Management experience in some shape or form, either line management of teams or a focus on senior stakeholder management and influencing. Who are the General Ledger Software Development Team? Our team sits within the Group Transformation division, in the Finance Value Stream, specifically within the General Ledger's LAB area of the bank. You will be responsible for supporting a vast and complex Finance Ledger landscape including the new Oracle Fusion (Cloud hosted ledger) as well as the existing/legacy ledgers and sub-ledgers. In addition to this, the team also supports the Integrity application for Finance attestation, the Generic Interface Processes as well as the Data Reference Management tool. Who are Lloyds Banking Group? As the UK's largest retail and commercial bank, we have a footprint that touches nearly every community and household in the UK. That gives us a big responsibility to support the UK economy, and we have a clear strategy to put customers first and achieve our vision of being the best bank for our customers. We're committed to employing a diverse and inclusive workforce, reflective of the customers and communities we serve - where all our colleagues can be themselves and succeed on merit. What support will I get and how will my career grow? As a multi-brand, multi-channel business, we have the scale and breadth to provide you with a diverse range of training and development opportunities, helping you achieve a rewarding and fulfilling career. Our engineering community in Bristol is growing rapidly, which will naturally present lots of career opportunities. Join us and be part of an inclusive, values-based culture focused on making a difference. Together we make it possible.
Are you interested in a Trainee Cyber Security position earning from 18k - 35k per year? Are you technically minded? Do your family and friends call you to help them with their computers? Do you have a passion for technology? If so, are you ideally suited for a career in Cyber Security. IT has become an increasingly more difficult industry to enter without professional level certifications which are now expected from entry level candidates. Salary expectations have therefore also risen within the Cyber Security industry, typical earnings are therefore between 18k-25k rising to 35k+ with experience. If you are looking to start a career working in IT, our tailored IT Security training will teach you the skills and knowledge required to pursue a successful career. Through our partnership with a leading IT contracting company, upon completion you will be fast-tracked onto a further 1 weeks focused training towards specific roles available at that time. Our recruitment partners currently have a number of opportunities available which will pay between 18k- 24k pro-rata and applicants will be expected to be available for contracts within a 50 mile radius of their home location. Due to the need for travel and that sometimes you will be transporting bulky hardware, a drivers licence is ideal to be accepted for these roles. Working hours will vary depending on the contract, but you may also benefit from overtime and travelling expenses should you have to travel more than 30 miles to a role. For more information, please apply now
Mar 23, 2020
Contractor
Are you interested in a Trainee Cyber Security position earning from 18k - 35k per year? Are you technically minded? Do your family and friends call you to help them with their computers? Do you have a passion for technology? If so, are you ideally suited for a career in Cyber Security. IT has become an increasingly more difficult industry to enter without professional level certifications which are now expected from entry level candidates. Salary expectations have therefore also risen within the Cyber Security industry, typical earnings are therefore between 18k-25k rising to 35k+ with experience. If you are looking to start a career working in IT, our tailored IT Security training will teach you the skills and knowledge required to pursue a successful career. Through our partnership with a leading IT contracting company, upon completion you will be fast-tracked onto a further 1 weeks focused training towards specific roles available at that time. Our recruitment partners currently have a number of opportunities available which will pay between 18k- 24k pro-rata and applicants will be expected to be available for contracts within a 50 mile radius of their home location. Due to the need for travel and that sometimes you will be transporting bulky hardware, a drivers licence is ideal to be accepted for these roles. Working hours will vary depending on the contract, but you may also benefit from overtime and travelling expenses should you have to travel more than 30 miles to a role. For more information, please apply now
