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Job description Allen & Overy is a leading international legal practice with a truly global presence. The firm operates at the forefront of the legal industry. Our deals and cases often make headline business news. With many of our partners acknowledged as leaders in their field, and with all our people demonstrating the highest levels of professionalism, we have a reputation for delivering excellence in all that we do. We have developed a culture in which difference is positively valued, and our people are free to be themselves. We are in every sense one global team; supportive and collaborative, but also ambitious and driven. Our capacity to combine these qualities and provide a setting in which our people can thrive is what makes us different. Role purpose We are currently looking for an experienced general commercial lawyer with strong experience in commercial contracts/non-contentious IP matters/outsourcing to join a dynamic team where the quality of work is second to none. Experience of IP, pharmabio, data protection, telecommunications and/or e-commerce work would also be beneficial. Department purpose Our Commercial group offers an international team of lawyers that specialise in a wide range of commercial work including non-contentious intellectual property law, licensing and collaboration deals, joint ventures, and data protection, e-commerce advice and outsourcing transactions. The group also offers specialist industry expertise in Life Sciences, telecommunications and hi-tech sectors. We are consistently ranked as a market leader in these sectors because of our all-round strength and depth, in particular our commercial and transaction expertise. Clients of the group include leading financial institutions, pharmaceutical companies, digital platform operators, media groups, telecommunication carriers, network operators, software suppliers and IT hardware manufacturers, outsource service providers as well as industry regulators. Role and responsibilities Drafting, reviewing and amending documentation Providing strategic guidance to clients Managing client expectations and project delivery appropriately Business development - development of personal plan, assistance with and implementation of business development campaign Providing support for wider corporate transactions Legal research Key Requirements 3-6 PQE qualified lawyer with strong technical commercial contracts knowledge. Broader experience of commercial/outsourcing/non-contentious IP matters is an advantage. Outstanding academic credentials Intellectual curiosity and versatility Self starter with the desire and ability to continuously acquire, build upon and share knowledge Detail-focused and self-motivated approach Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Excellent client relationship skills Sound experience of operating at associate level within a complex international organisation Strong commercial/business acumen with the ability to deliver creative and pragmatic solutions and advice Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface at all levels and particularly to win the respect of the partner and fee-earner community, building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Collaborative team player with the ability to develop and work in a fast paced, intellectually rigorous environment A person of sound judgment, able to establish a high level of credibility

THE ROLE The Business Analyst will be expected to work closely with business stakeholders (including legal, technology and service areas) to capture and analyse requirements, identify and manage changes to all parts of the operating model and ensure that the solutions meet the business needs. The candidate should have significant experience of delivering through a structured project framework and would be expected to work with SMEs and other members of the project team to facilitate the successful delivery of the initiative. This is a business facing role and, as such, strong stakeholder management and leadership skills are of critical importance. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Define and validate a plan for carrying out the BA activities. Work with the Project Manager and SMEs to identify and define the business case. Elicit, validate and consolidate the high level requirements including any significant business rules that will influence the solution design. Analyse, understand and correctly articulate the current 'As Is' state ensuring a sound basis for when capturing and articulating the future 'To Be' state. Analyse, validate and effectively communicate the requirements across many stakeholder groups (globally) using appropriate modelling techniques. Capture, validate, document and communicate the non-functional requirements that support the successful delivery of the solution allowing for future scaling. Lead the capturing and validation of acceptance criteria that support the accuracy of the requirements. Analyse, understand and articulate the scale and impact of the business change from the perspective of people, process, technology and data and collaboratively work with the Project Manager and Business stakeholders to plan and support UAT, training, communication and business implementation activities. Help to drive improvements through PMO by developing, maintaining and evolving business analysis standards, templates and processes. SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES Experience of working on complex projects in a structured way. Strong analytical and facilitation skills to ensure business needs and effective solutions can be clearly and rapidly understood and delivered. Curious in what you do and question why you are doing it. Desire to ensure that solutions are right for the business. Understands and can demonstrate application of different business analysis tools and techniques. Driven to succeed Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management abilities. Articulate with strong written and personal presentation skills. Experience of Legal sector or professional services advantageous. Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. ISEB) desirable. THE FIRM DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Our global reach ensures that we can help businesses with their legal needs anywhere in the world. We strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality, service excellence and value to our clients and offering practical and innovative legal solutions to help them succeed. Our clients range from multinational, Global 1000, and Fortune 500 enterprises to emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies, as well as government and public sector bodies. At DLA Piper we are firmly committed to diversity and inclusion. For us, diversity isn't just about visible differences, it's the unique blend of talents, skills, experiences and perspectives that makes each of us an individual and we know it's crucial to have a culture and environment where those differences are genuinely valued. We offer exceptional career opportunities to our lawyers, aspiring graduates, and business services professionals in a truly challenging and rewarding environment. PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING Please note that, in the event that we make an offer of employment to you and where local legislation permits, we may conduct pre-employment screening that can include checks relating to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers.

Noah's Ark Children's Hospice is a community-based hospice service providing support for children and young people with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions and their families in North and Central London, and extending into Hertsmere. Our mission is to provide care and support for children and young people from birth who have a life-limiting or life-threatening condition, as well as ensuring that families are able to live life as fully as possible whilst their child is still alive and go on to face the future with hope after bereavement. he Role We have a great opportunity for a Care Database and Administration Manager with extensive experience of managing databases, maintaining the performance, integrity and the security of Crosscare database and providing a high quality service to database users across the charity to be part of our award winning charity. The post holder will manage and develop the patient and family database (Crosscare) and work to ensure GDPR compliant capture, storage, processing, and sharing of patient and family data, including statutory reporting requirements. So, if you love working across various teams and you have excellent communication and engagement skills to interact with a diverse group of people, then we would like to hear from you. The Successful Applicant: You will have strong IT skills with significant experience of providing the expertise to support to database users, advising on and sharing best practice. Proven experience of database management (preferably with a full understanding of the Crosscare database) and working with large datasets and data analysis. You will have a high level of attention to detail and have the experience of developing protocols and processing. The ideal candidate will have a natural ability to work well in cross departmental teams with technical and non-technical colleagues, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. In addition, you will have experience of managing and supervising staff and able to work as part of a team and lead/manage a small team. What we can offer: We are offering a starting salary of £24,000, per annum plus benefits, generous annual leave, flexible working opportunities, as well as excellent career opportunities.

About Ashurst: Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a history spanning almost 200 years, and clear strategy for our future growth. Our in-depth understanding of our clients and commitment to providing exceptional standards of service have seen us become a trusted adviser to local and global corporates, financial institutions and governments in all areas of commercial law. To find out more please visit here In order to comply with regulatory and client requirements, Ashurst will undertake appropriate vetting of staff. When applicants accept a job offer, Ashurst, alongside a specialist provider, will undertake professional verification and background checks. These checks are only undertaken with consent, and in accordance with our legal and regulatory obligations Business Area: IT Roles: Technology trainer - contractor Location: London Reporting to: Global Technology Training Manager Hours of work: Monday to Friday 9:30 - 17:30, although you will be required to work such hours that are necessary to perform your duties. Department/ Role Overview: To provide comprehensive technology training to partners, legal staff, secretarial and support staff. Main responsibilities: Support a large scale IT upgrade rollout; Windows 7/Office 2010 to Windows 10/Office 365 Provide post-training floorwalking and support International travel to regional offices will be required* Accurately update the Learning Management System (LMS) Maintain consistently positive customer feedback Be active in knowledge sharing activities * Travel could be between 2 and 4 consecutive weeks Risk and Control: Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with our regulatory requirements and internal policies. Essential skills and experience: Experience working in a legal or professional services environment Knowledge of Windows 10 and Office 365 highly desirable Proven track record of delivering MS Office 2010, 2016 or 365 from basic to advanced level Knowledge of iManage FileSite or Work 10 Excellent verbal and written communication skills Credibility, presence and presentation skills to influence at all levels Experience of creating high quality, succinct training materials within tight deadlines Experience of working through complete IT project lifecycles Knowledge of learning methodologies and learning styles Ability to perform well under pressure and to work to deadlines Proactive, problem solving approach to work Experience of training needs analysis and evaluation methods Ability to build effective team relationships Good analytical skills Excellent time management and prioritisation skills Comprehensive understanding of the learning cycle Experience of working remotely and/or within a variety of international cultures Desired skills and experience Train-the-Trainer Certification (e.g. LPI) On-line training certification (e.g. COLF, CDOL) MOS qualifications French, German or Spanish bilingual skills Office 2010 to Office 365 rollout/upgrade knowledge Knowledge of iManage Work 10 Development of eLearning modules using Articulate 360 or Captivate Our Culture is shaped by our core values of Collaboration, Excellence, Innovation, Integrity and Accountability. They guide how we relate with each other, our clients, our behaviour.

The firm Dentons is a global law firm driven to provide a competitive edge in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. A top 20 firm on the Acritas 2014 Global Elite Brand Index, Dentons is committed to challenging the status quo in delivering consistent and uncompromising quality in new and inventive ways. Dentons' clients now benefit from 3,000 lawyers and professionals in more than 80 locations spanning 50-plus countries. With a legacy of legal experience that dates back to 1742 and builds on the strengths of our foundational firms-Salans, Fraser Milner Casgrain (FMC), SNR Denton and McKenna Long & Aldridge-the Firm serves the local, regional and global needs of private and public clients. . Purpose of role The legal services market is experiencing a period of significant change. Driven by growing expectations, new technology and an evolving competitor market place. Our clients are increasingly looking for new approaches to satisfy the needs of their legal challenges. Dentons Legal Project Management Team is growing and we have an opportunity to for a Legal Project Manger to join our London based LPM team. Reporting to the Head of Legal Project Management, the role will be primarily focused within our expanding Dispute Resolution Practice Group working across a range of dispute transactions. Our LPMs work alongside legal delivery teams in a client facing role. You will work closely with Partners and their teams to manage and co-ordinate the delivery of legal work to solve client's complex legal challenges. Our goal is to focus on all aspects of delivery, process improvement and innovation, providing clients with an exceptional level of service throughout the full matter lifecycle. We are looking for high performing candidates from either a legal or professional services consulting background who have experience in delivering complex projects and/or implementing change. Responsibilities You will provide high quality project management support and will work closely with a number of Partners and Associates within the Dispute Resolution department. You will provide our legal teams with expert knowledge on the use of LPM tools to ensure that we continually manage the expectations of our clients throughout the transaction process. You will also: Work closely with senior stakeholders across the full lifecycle of matters to define scope, design governance structures, build and set up budgets, conduct planning, monitor progress and financials, conduct risk management, manage resources and work allocation, control scope change and complete reporting Communicate with Partners, matter teams and clients as required Analyse planned vs actual performance and identify opportunities for improvements Conduct process mapping, definition and integrate into working practices Collaborate with other departments involved in the delivery process; notably Business Development, Accounts, IT & Practice Development Management ofparalegal and other junior resource in the team Provide matter teams with LPM knowledge and support with tools, templates and legal tech systems Contribute to the continuous development and improvement of LPM methodologies and processes Build strong working relationships stakeholders and identify opportunities to grow LPM within the Firm Required experience, skills and attributes A strong academic record, preferably of graduate level Substantial project/process management experience gained within a professional services environment and/or legal project management experience gained within a leading law firm Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Strong budgeting and numeracy skills Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills with the ability to confidently interact at all levels Competent with MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and receptive to the use of new technology Knowledge of litigation would be advantageous Language Capabilities We are a truly global law firm and as such, always welcome hearing from those with foreign language capabilities. Equal opportunities Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. If, as a result of a disability, you believe that there are aspects of the recruitment process or job that you would find more difficult than a non-disabled person, please tell us as soon as possible. We will then be able to discuss with you any reasonable adjustments that could be made to the recruitment process or the job itself.

THE ROLE A central PMO is in place at DLA Piper to provide visibility, oversight and control of all projects being delivered across the International business. As part of this, a central project delivery team has being built to manage the delivery of the more complex, cross functional projects and programmes. There is a vacancy for an experienced Project Manager to join this team The candidate would be expected to work within an agreed delivery framework and have accountability for all aspects of the project including managing the costs, timescales, scope, resources and benefits. The candidate should be able to manage one or more projects concurrently and be able to lead them from initiation through to closure. The candidate is expected to be comfortable managing all types of projects including changes to technology, processes, operating model or data and reporting. This is a business facing role and, as such, strong stakeholder management and leadership skills are of critical importance. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Build and lead the project team to efficiently manage the delivery of the project. Drive activity to ensure that deadlines are met and outputs are achieved. Establish the appropriate governance to ensure that robust decision making is taking place - i.e. the correct people are making decisions at the correct times. Work within the delivery framework ensuring that all required documentation is produced, control gates are passed and all necessary approvals are in place. Define objectives, solutions, benefits and identify the resources and budget requirements to be able to develop a structured business case. Ensure that this remains valid throughout the life of the project. Ensure that project controls are in place to manage the project scope, budget, timescales, resources, risks / issues and quality. Manage interdependencies, resource constraints and mitigation of risks and issues. Implement an appropriate stakeholder management and communications plan to ensure that progress, decisions and risks are transparent. Ensure all project reporting is completed in a timely manner and at a consistent standard to ensure all key stakeholders are kept informed of programme progress, risks, issues etc. SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES Experience of managing highly complex projects in a structured way. Proven planning and organisational skills. Understands and can demonstrate application of key project management governance, controls, responsibilities, methods, lifecycles, tools and techniques, to plan and deliver operational execution. Able to deploy best practice project management and business change theory as appropriate. Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management abilities. Able to handle conflict and knows when to escalate. Comfortable handling multiple projects and competing priorities while operating in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment. Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. MSP, Prince2, APM, PMI etc.) desirable. THE FIRM DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Our global reach ensures that we can help businesses with their legal needs anywhere in the world. We strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality, service excellence and value to our clients and offering practical and innovative legal solutions to help them succeed. Our clients range from multinational, Global 1000, and Fortune 500 enterprises to emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies, as well as government and public sector bodies. At DLA Piper we are firmly committed to diversity and inclusion. For us, diversity isn't just about visible differences, it's the unique blend of talents, skills, experiences and perspectives that makes each of us an individual and we know it's crucial to have a culture and environment where those differences are genuinely valued. We offer exceptional career opportunities to our lawyers, aspiring graduates, and business services professionals in a truly challenging and rewarding environment. PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING Please note that, in the event that we make an offer of employment to you and where local legislation permits, we may conduct pre-employment screening that can include checks relating to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers.

About Ashurst: Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a history spanning almost 200 years, and clear strategy for our future growth. Our in-depth understanding of our clients and commitment to providing exceptional standards of service have seen us become a trusted adviser to local and global corporates, financial institutions and governments in all areas of commercial law. To find out more please visit here In order to comply with regulatory and client requirements, Ashurst will undertake appropriate vetting of staff. When applicants accept a job offer, Ashurst, alongside a specialist provider, will undertake professional verification and background checks. These checks are only undertaken with consent, and in accordance with our legal and regulatory obligations Business Area - IT Service Delivery Role: IT Service Delivery Analyst (12 month FTC) Location: London Reporting to: IT Service Delivery Team Leader Hours of work - Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, 8 hours a day (including an hour for lunch) The shift will be from 12.00 - 20.00. However you will be required to work such additional hours as are necessary to carry out your duties Department/ Role Overview: Provide a professional IT Support service to the whole firm. End to end management of all software and hardware incidents and service requests by providing remote, at desk, Audio Visual, desk phone, mobile device and floor walking support. Tasks will be allocated on a defined rota, with duties such as remote support via the telephone, desk side support, floor walking and project support tasks as required. Main responsibilities: Provide 1st & 2nd level support of all incidents and service requests for all Ashurst IT systems/services IT support via remote control, telephone support and "At desk" support Provide floor walking support to the London office, log all incidents and requests that arise through floor walking Support international offices with equivalent services Accurate ticket logging of all IT incidents and service requests whilst managing individual ticket queue within the Service Management solution End to end ownership of all IT tickets including being responsible for all communication and the technical resolution Follow the escalation process to ensure a consistent and professional IT support service is offered to the firm Manage all end user administration such as joiners, leavers etc Configuration and asset management Knowledge management Management/support of pool and permanent laptops Management/support of remote working Management of user administration iPhone/Samsung/Blackberry support Point of contact for projects within the firm from inception through to "business as usual" Desktop phone support AV and VC Overflow support Essential skills and experience: Excellent Customer service skills Work in accordance to ITIL processes and procedures Identify business impacting incidents and escalate according to the escalation process Excellent attention to detail and in all written communication Able to manage own tasks across various areas and prioritise appropriately according to SLA to meet business deadlines Highly motivated, willing to continually update knowledge and skill set Our Culture is shaped by our core values of Collaboration, Excellence, Innovation, Integrity and Accountability. They guide how we relate with each other, our clients, our behaviour. Technical Skills: Analysis and troubleshooting skills of all IT incidents Microsoft Office XP/WIN7/2010 - Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint Worksite/FileSite or similar content management application Interaction or similar client relationship management (CRM) application Bighand 3 or similar digital dictation software AD administration K Vault Email archiving (KVS) or similar email archiving solutions Installation/moves of hardware such as printers, digital senders, MFD's (multi-function devices), PC's and all peripheral items Knowledge of remote working solutions such as ADSL, Broadband, 3G and VPN's (virtual private network) Knowledge of building PC's and troubleshooting support issues Knowledge of configuring and troubleshooting support issues Health and safety awareness in the working place Service Desk Plus Desired skills and experience Statistical analysis Business writing skills Previous systems experience Advanced Microsoft office skills Excellent word troubleshooting skills Programming within Office Access Knowledge gained in an intranet/extranet environment Knowledge of audiovisual equipment Risk and Control: Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with our regulatory requirements and internal policies.

The firm Dentons is always looking to invest in the highest-quality talent, recognising that our success is built on the diverse and unique strengths of each of the members of our Firm. Dentons is the world's largest law firm, delivering quality and value to clients around the globe. Dentons is a leader on the Acritas Global Elite Brand Index, a BTI Client Service 30 Award winner and recognized by prominent business and legal publications for its innovations in client service, including founding Nextlaw Labs and the Nextlaw Global Referral Network. Dentons' polycentric approach and world-class talent challenge the status quo to advance client interests in the communities in which we live and work. . The department Succeeding in today's technology industry requires a deep understanding of the sector and a keen knowledge of the business issues driving change. Rely on Dentons' Technology lawyers in the UK for extensive legal capabilities and experience developed through decades working with a wide range of participants in the sector-from emerging growth software and IT companies to multinational technology suppliers. Among our lawyers are computer programmers and legal counsel who have worked for leading technology companies. Having worked at the cutting edge of sourcing and technology work for many years, our UK-based strategic sourcing practice comprises not only authoritative lawyers in the field, but also thought leaders. Turn to us for support in structuring and negotiating sourcing solutions that will meet your business objectives. Obtain strategic counsel that delivers cost savings and transformational benefits for your organisation. World-leading corporations and government entities have turned to us for advice over the years, and we have worked on many of the largest and most innovative sourcing deals across an array of industry sectors. Tap into Dentons' deep know-how when it comes to technology projects in the areas of media, telecoms, energy, transportation, infrastructure, financial institutions, government, health care, real estate, hotels, retail and more. Purpose of role Due to significant instructions from existing clients, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a bright and ambitious lawyer of 2 to 5 years PQE with non-contentious technology, outsourcing and general commercial experience to join our highly talented and award-winning London TMT department. They will be working with one of the UK's top TMT teams, band 1 ranked in technology and telecoms, commercial contracts and data protection, and will have the opportunity to be involved in some of the most innovative work in the field, supported by our team of over 50 colleagues. You will have the opportunity to work with household names such as Argos, EDF Energy, Homebase, John Lewis, Network Rail, Royal Mail, Barclays, Sainsbury's, Total, and Virgin Group. We also advise central government following our successful re-appointment to the Government's Crown Commercial Services panel, and applicants will have an opportunity should they wish to get involved in some of the largest, most innovative technology and commercial procurements in the UK. This is a great opportunity to join one of the leading TMT teams in the UK with genuine career development prospects. Responsibilities You will be given the opportunity to work across a diverse range of types of work across different sectors including TMT, Defence, Retail, Government, Energy. We are also very strong in payments and fintech work in the Financial Services sector, and you will have the chance to be involved in that type of work if you wish. Our approach is to create a supportive environment by working collaboratively as part of a team servicing particular clients or sectors. You will be involved in a mixture of technology and commercial deals, some large where you are working as part of a team, and others where you will be able to operate with a greater degree of independence. The department has a strong teamwork ethic and a first class client management approach. It is essential that candidates are team players and committed to developing personally and professionally. A determination to deliver high-quality focused services to our clients is essential, as is maintaining and developing client relationships. Successful candidates will be people with energy and enthusiasm who want to join one of the top teams in the country, working hard to providing the highest levels of client service whilst at the same time valuing having fun being part of a supportive and collegiate team. Required experience, skills and attributes Strong academic record, including a degree or equivalent Candidates are expected to have technology awareness Having good experience working on similar work for sophisticated clients is essential We are very happy to consider candidates with in-house experience as well as private practice, as in practice we form close relationships with in house teams, and the ability to understand their environment is vey important. Ability to work with a degree of independence Exceptional drafting skills and legal research ability; familiarity with IP licensing and data protection would also be beneficial Language Capabilities We are a truly global law firm and as such, always welcome hearing from those with foreign language capabilities. In light of our recent combination, Mandarin language fluency would be particularly advantageous given that China is now core to our strategy. Equal opportunities Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. If, as a result of a disability, you believe that there are aspects of the recruitment process or job that you would find more difficult than a non-disabled person, please tell us as soon as possible. We will then be able to discuss with you any reasonable adjustments that could be made to the recruitment process or the job itself.

Closing date for applications: 15th August 2018 Clifford Chance is the world's largest fully integrated law firm committed to leadership and innovation in legal service. It is a global market leader in all major areas of legal advice and a major element of its strategy is to attract and retain the best people by developing and nurturing the talent that they have. Clifford Chance is committed to delivering the highest levels of legal service. We recognise that achieving this not only relates to the quality of our advice, but extends to the way in which we deliver our service, which is why our 'Best Delivery' programme is a critical element of Firm strategy. To support our partners in designing new approaches to matter delivery, we have built cross-functional virtual teams in key centres across the globe, comprising process improvement, project management, commercial management and technology skills sets. The role incumbent is responsible for: delivering improvement projects that change the way complex legal services are delivered to our clients; working with the colleagues from Technology, Continuous Improvement, Legal Project Management, Communications, Partnership Finance and Knowledge and Information to create and execute business transformation plans in your respective office or practice area; contributing to the Firm's Best Delivery strategy; and taking ownership for various work streams that support that strategy. The success of this role will primarily be measured by: the achievement of the objectives set for the projects delivered; the extent to which improvement projects yield benefits to our clients and the Firm; and the successful roll-out of new ways of working across the globe. In this role, you will take direction from the Portfolio Manager to scope, plan and deliver prioritised projects that change the way legal services are delivered. You will have responsibility for achieving stakeholder buy-in, for delivering projects within agreed timescales through to handover to "business as usual" and for ensuring that the agreed benefits are realised. You will be expected to work collaboratively with project team members from other Business Service departments and on occasion, coach them to deliver new solutions for delivering legal work to our clients. The projects will involve a diverse set of stakeholder groups and are likely to involve people from different departments in Business Services and may also involve lawyers and/or clients. In this context, typical stakeholders include functional heads and other Directors, CXOs, Partners and senior representatives of client organisations. You will be expected to develop credible relationship with the partners and associates within the respective office or practice area to become a trusted and sought after advisor. You will be responsible for leading/guiding project teams and applying their experience to determine an optimal approach in complex and multi-dimensional environments. You will be responsible for promoting team work and collaboration, ensuring prompt identification and resolution of potential areas of conflict, and for managing all aspects of change across a diverse set of stakeholder communities. Projects could be based in any geographic location and may involve multiple locations, in which case it is likely that some, or all, parts of the project will need to be managed remotely. You will run improvement workshops and seminars for clients and senior associates to help them understand how to adapt to the changing legal environment. You will coach colleagues from other Business Service teams to deliver change projects of their own, including using technology, matter management approaches or process improvement. In order to transfer solutions effectively, you will deliver change, communication and training plans to the respective office or practice area that enable lawyers and partners to change the way they deliver their matters. You will facilitate workshops to design approaches for delivering specific matters that ensures appropriate use of the Best Delivery toolkit and that result in a world-class client experience. The role has a requirement for some international travel and may require occasional weekend work (for example, if training courses are scheduled at weekends). Skills & Experience Qualifications It is desirable that the role incumbent possess the following key skills for this role: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt. He/she should be able to demonstrate a consistent level of skill at an appropriate level and a breadth of experience across medium to large projects. Training in order to achieve Black Belt Certification may be available should the candidate not already have achieved this. The role incumbent would preferably be educated to degree level with a bachelors degree or equivalent, ideally in a science or mathematics-based subject. Experience The role incumbent is likely to have worked in a professional services environment where he/she would have been involved in business transformation/process improvement training and projects. The individual needs to have managed a number of projects from end-to-end. He/she should have delivered revenue, cost and/or service results relating to set project objectives. Prior experience in process improvement is essential. The role incumbent should have managed a number of improvement projects. Experience of working in a 'green-field' site and contributing to the roll-out and success of process improvement in an organisation would be advantageous. Experience of delivering training and/or mentoring, including the certification of other Continuous Improvement people in a process organisation, is preferable. Analytical Thought and Problem Solving Problems will most likely be varied in nature and the role incumbent should expect these to occur on a regular basis. This role requires the incumbent to take a consultative approach, which will involve a high level of creative thinking when seeking to understand, document and resolve problems, along with the ability to think laterally and innovatively if necessary. The incumbent should be skilled in a number of different techniques to analyse problems and decompose them to their component parts in order to effectively communicate with the team members. This role incumbent will receive direction and support primarily from a Continuous Improvement Portfolio Manager as first point of escalation, but advice or assistance may also be sought from his or her colleagues in the team and a variety of other sources, e.g. business analysts, project managers, line managers and functional managers. Communicating & Influencing The role incumbent will need to have strong communications skills, providing a range of information and advice in a coherent manner and on a proactive basis. The context may require the role incumbent to establish credibility by demonstrating an understanding of the audience's needs and the nature of the information being shared. He/she should influence situations through the provision of information and advice on straightforward as well as more challenging issues, and will collaborate with other decision makers on day-to-day activities. The role incumbent will be required to have strong change management skills and awareness, with the ability to be able to understand and effect minimum disruption to the business. This will involve the use of various techniques including communications, workshop facilitation, planning and training. Leadership The role incumbent will be required to set the vision/strategy for their projects, whilst demonstrating a strong customer focus through clear recognition and understanding of the clients and their requirements at all times. The role incumbent is required to have a sound understanding of business analysis and project management best practice, tools and techniques. This will involve an element of leading by example and may require some development of team members in order to ensure project success. The role incumbent is likely to work with teams that vary in relation to the complexity, size and scope of the project. These teams will usually comprise of a number of specialists (including, where relevant, lawyers) from different functions. The role will involve interaction with other teams, across different functions and/or businesses. Interaction with clients and/or others in third party organisations may also be required. The role incumbent will be required to support other people in applying the tools and principles of Continuous Improvement, such as Green Belts. Organisational/Strategic thinking The role incumbent's decisions and actions can impact a number of colleagues and/or internal clients with results being known in the short term. The impact affects a number of operational and financial parameters. Managing Resources The role incumbent will have no formal line management responsibilities initially. He/she will be responsible for their own work and will provide advice, guidance, training and/or mentoring to others as required. He/she will also be required to request the use of resources from other departments, offices, vendors and suppliers for part or whole delivery. The role incumbent may be required to plan, prioritise and allocate resources within work/project teams to achieve agreed results within agreed timescales. Making Decisions The role incumbent makes decisions on matters to do with their own work and that of others in the team such as allocating tasks, scheduling work, etc. They will have the support and guidance from a Continuous Improvement Portfolio Manager to help them achieve this. Work is generally guided by a range of policies, procedures and precedents. The role incumbent uses discretion to tailor work practices to achieve the desired results. However..... click apply for full job details

Job description We are currently recruiting for an Integration Specialist to join our IT team in London to provide technical design and implementation expertise in projects that require system integrations. Key relationships Technical Delivery Lead Enterprise Information Architect Strategy & Architecture team Relationship Managers Business Analysts Development Team Relevant Support Analyst teams (Service Management) Role and responsibilities Provide development and implementation expertise on agile projects in a virtual team capacity within a scrum team Provide development and implementation expertise on waterfall projects in a virtual team capacity including architects, project managers, business analysts, service transition teams Provide technical thought leadership in the areas identified above with the input into the Technology Radar and relevant roadmaps. Provide technical leadership on projects and other initiatives, and provide subject matter expertise to Design Authorities and the Architecture Review Board in order to develop architectures and standards: Integration classifications and corresponding integration technical designs Integration monitoring for support, performance purposes and ongoing maintenance Create and maintain documentation for technical designs, technology roadmaps and operational procedures. Provide technical expertise and support for service management in the resolution of complex incidents and problems. Oversee and assist with the transition of products and services into operational use. Key requirements Business Competencies Commercial acumen, including an understanding of the overall picture of IT service costs and how IT adds value to the business. An enthusiasm and passion for technology. The ability to promote technology within the firm, using business friendly language, and seek out opportunities with tangible business benefits. High level of personal credibility, impact and influence with proven ability to work effectively and persuasively at all levels of the business. Having an open mind to consider all alternatives when making technology decisions. Excellent communication and presentation skills, both orally and written. Ability to develop good working relationships across the breadth of the IT function and share knowledge effectively between individuals and teams to contribute to the overall effectiveness of project and service improvement work. Highly self-motivated self-starter, who will undertake all activities to the highest professional standards. Experience of working in a global environment across international locations and numerous time zones with an appreciation of diverse cultural backgrounds. Knowledge Excellent all-round technology knowledge and practical experience of the majority of technologies within this discipline. Technical knowledge and practical experience of the design, operation and maintenance of IT infrastructure and services with specific skills in: Integration technologies including API's, Microservices, Event-driven architecture and Microsoft BizTalk Strong DBA skills that include the writing of stored procedures, views and SSIS packages. Web service architectures (SOAP and REST) IIS and Website configuration Microsoft Windows Server technologies Detailed practical knowledge of the operation and maintenance of IT infrastructure and services within a Microsoft technology environment. Expected to have a solid understanding of working practices within an Enterprise level IT department in a global corporate environment. Knowledge of emerging IT trends and technologies. Experience IT experience in a 2nd/3rd line role supporting a number of the technologies listed in this job description. Proven track record in providing technical leadership and delivering enterprise wide solutions. Experience working within the professional services sector with an appreciation of the demands placed on support teams by the business.

Closing date: Sunday 19th August Clifford Chance is one of the world's leading law firms, helping clients achieve their goals by combining the highest global standards with local expertise. The firm has unrivalled scale and depth of legal resources across the three key markets of the Americas, Asia Pacific and Europe and focuses on the core areas of commercial activity: capital markets; corporate and M&A; finance and banking; real estate; tax; pensions and employment; litigation and dispute resolution. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the delivery of the full matter lifecycle for a portfolio of significant matters. The success of this role will be measured by: achieving good levels of engagement with key stakeholders; achieving measurable benefits from the activities undertaken; and adding value to the organisation by contributing to the development and roll out of legal project management best practices, tools and techniques. The successful candidate will be credible, engaging and authoritative, with the ability to build close working relationships at all levels. Ideally, the successful candidate will have a solid background in project management, preferably gained in a professional services environment. Key Responsibilities Working in collaboration with the File Partner and the Managing Associate, utilising Legal Support Secretaries and other available Business Services resources as appropriate, the Legal Project Manager will be expected to take responsibility for supporting the delivery of the full matter lifecycle, from pricing and inception through to the completion of post-closing activities, for a portfolio of significant matters (or work streams within those matters), to ensure that they are delivered in accordance with the client's needs, efficiently, on budget and within timeframe. They will also be expected to contribute to the development of legal project management tools and best practices at the Firm and provide training in project management techniques and best practices to lawyers. This will include some or all of the following (depending on the precise nature of the matter): In consultation with clients and colleagues, prepare scope, resourcing and budget proposals for relevant matters or work streams and then track progress against those proposals, alerting the relevant stakeholders promptly to variances and recommending changes and developing contingency plans where necessary Working with the File Partners and Managing Associates, and consulting as necessary with the Work Allocation Partners or Resource Managers, ensure that relevant matters are adequately and appropriately resourced at all times, taking in to account anticipated changes in matter activity and the upcoming workload and availability of members of the matter team Arrange appropriate kick-off meetings or communications, ensure that members of the relevant matter teams are adequately briefed about the nature of the matters and the client's expectations and ensure that they are kept up-to-date about any relevant changes through regular update meetings and other communications as appropriate Maintain or arrange for the maintenance of appropriate communications channels and resources, such as working party lists, team email distribution lists and online deal and data rooms Ensure that any applicable information barriers and/or insider lists are established and maintained Act as the interface, where appropriate, to matter-specific and other personnel at the client, lawyers in other practice areas and offices, external and opposing counsel and third party service providers Develop matter timetables to track milestones, deliverables and dependencies and produce periodic reports to provide status updates for both internal and external stakeholders Proactively identify any risks and issues that arise, provide options for their mitigation or resolution and take or co-ordinate the taking of appropriate responsive actions Assist the File Partner and Managing Associate with the billing process and provide update reports for the client as required Arrange post-closing matter reviews and lessons learned exercises Skills Business awareness: Understands law firm financial and performance metrics, the link between effective matter management, profitability and delivering value to clients Analyse financial reports of varying levels of complexity Client focus: Keeps clients directly informed and up-to-date with developments Understands how client organisations function internally and shows sensitivity to cultural factors and the difference between clients Problem solving with commercial insight: Able to absorb and explain complex issues clearly and concisely Able to understand the commercial rationale underlying a client's matter or the Firm's business, and demonstrate an understanding of data and concepts appropriate to the business problem Willing to challenge and question assumptions; proposes alternative and sometimes novel solutions Justifies recommendations and is able to handle objections and counter-proposals rationally Rises above the detail to see broader implications, in terms of both long-term consequences of action and effects on the business analysis and areas outside of own field of expertise Communication: Produces clear, high-quality documents (for example, timetables and status reports) that clients can readily understand Demonstrates consistently high-quality communications: written and oral Demonstrates an understanding of the audience's needs and the nature of the information being shared Good negotiating skills, including the ability to listen to other points of view, uses reasoned argument and finds compromise where necessary Leading and managing: Provides project management support for the conduct of a matter, including regular updates to the client and monthly billing Strong planning skills: ensures client matters are resourced, monitored and progress in accordance with client expectations and deadlines are met Able to work under pressure, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritise appropriately and delegate to others Anticipates risks to implementation of a matter or project and can deal with problems Clearly communicates the demands of the task to all concerned and briefs team members (including Business Services staff) appropriately (according to their skills, experience and knowledge) Ensures collective experiences of best practice are captured and utilised to good effect Relationship building and networking: Demonstrates commitment to the team by supporting other team members and helping them deliver high-quality service to clients Qualifications It is essential that you have project management experience with a strong academic history. Although not essential, a formal project management qualification, such as PRINCE2 or PMP would be desirable, as would a prior career as a lawyer, but neither is essential. A legal qualification is not required. Experience You will have a solid background in project management, preferably gained in a professional services environment. You will also have significant experience of managing teams and supporting complex, multi-jurisdictional matters or engagements (ideally, in a dedicated project management capacity). Equal Opportunities It is the Firm's policy to treat all employees and job applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. Furthermore, the Firm will ensure that no requirement or condition will be imposed without justification which could disadvantage individuals purely on any of the above grounds. The policy applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment. The Firm will regularly review its procedures and selection criteria to ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and otherwise treated according to their relevant individual abilities and merits. The Firm is committed to the implementation of this policy and to a programme of action to ensure that the policy is, and continues to be, fully effective. All staff are required to comply with the policy and to act in accordance with its objectives so as to remove any barriers to equal opportunity. Any act of discrimination by employees or any failure to comply with the terms of the policy will result in disciplinary action.

About Ashurst: Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a history spanning almost 200 years, and clear strategy for our future growth. Our in-depth understanding of our clients and commitment to providing exceptional standards of service have seen us become a trusted adviser to local and global corporates, financial institutions and governments in all areas of commercial law. To find out more please visit here In order to comply with regulatory and client requirements, Ashurst will undertake appropriate vetting of staff. When applicants accept a job offer, Ashurst, alongside a specialist provider, will undertake professional verification and background checks. These checks are only undertaken with consent, and in accordance with our legal and regulatory obligations Business Area: IT Roles: Technology eLearning Designer - Contractor Location: London Hours of work: London - Monday to Friday 9:30 - 17:30, although you will be required to work such hours that are necessary to perform your duties. Department/ Role Overview: Develop and design high quality and engaging eLearning modules, using Articulate Storyline 360 to support a large scale upgrade rollout. Main responsibilities: Design of e-learning modules from initial scope through to storyboarding, prior to stakeholder sign off Creation of high quality modules, using Articulate Storyline 360, including competency assessments Upload and testing of content on the Learning Management System (LMS) Update and amendment of existing eLearning content, when required Risk and Control: Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with our regulatory requirements and internal policies. Essential skills and experience: Experience in Articulate Storyline 360 A sound understanding of learning methodologies and instructional design A strong attention to detail A creative personality with fresh ideas in order to create engaging modules Experience working in a legal or professional services environment Experience of creating high quality modules within tight deadlines Ability to perform well under pressure and to work to deadlines Excellent time management and prioritisation skills Proactive, problem solving approach to work Desired skills and experience Experience of SCORM compliance eLearning development using Captivate Knowledge of Windows 10 and Office 365 highly desirable Knowledge of iManage Work 10 (or similar systems) desirable Our Culture is shaped by our core values of Collaboration, Excellence, Innovation, Integrity and Accountability. They guide how we relate with each other, our clients, our behaviour.

Temporary Date Rate Contract Clifford Chance is undertaking a project to replace its matter inception system, a project which will require a significant level of behavioural change across the global organisation. We are looking for a business change expert to work as a part of the project team to prepare and guide the firm through this change. As a member of the project team they will be responsible for designing all change management activities and integrating them into the overall project plan. The role will focus on the people side of change, developing and managing an approach to raise overall awareness and ensure a successful adoption of the change. They will not have any direct supervisory responsibility but will need to work with many others in the organisation to be successful. They will act as a coach for senior leaders, managers and supervisors to help in their role of change sponsors and as they help their direct reports through change transitions. Key Responsibilities Apply a structured change methodology and lead all change management initiatives Apply change management tools and processes to create a strategy which supports the adoption of changes required by each project or initiative. Support communication efforts Provide support for the design, development, delivery and management of both project and user-based communications. Support training efforts Provide support and input into the design and delivery of project training initiatives. Assess the impact and success of change Identify key metrics for change success, produce impact analyses, assess change readiness and measure/ monitor change effectiveness. Identify and manage areas of resistance to change Proactively identify areas where resistance to change is expected, develop and manage approaches to reduce the impact of the resistance. Integrate change management activities into broader project plans Support Project Managers by developing change management plans that can be included in project plans, including dependencies on wider project activities. Support and engage senior stakeholders Provide support for key stakeholders on understanding change and managing it within their own areas. Experience of working within a global Professional Services organisation A solid understanding of how people go through change. Experience and knowledge of change management principles, methodologies, tools and approaches. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. Excellent active listening skills. Able to clearly articulate messages across a variety of audiences. Able to influence others and move them towards a common vision or goal. Able to work effectively across all levels of an organisation. Familiarity with project management approaches, tools and methodologies. Flexible and adaptable. Change Management certification desired. Equal Opportunities It is the Firm's policy to treat all employees and job applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. Furthermore, the Firm will ensure that no requirement or condition will be imposed without justification which could disadvantage individuals purely on any of the above grounds. The policy applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment. The Firm will regularly review its procedures and selection criteria to ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and otherwise treated according to their relevant individual abilities and merits. The Firm is committed to the implementation of this policy and to a programme of action to ensure that the policy is, and continues to be, fully effective. All staff are required to comply with the policy and to act in accordance with its objectives so as to remove any barriers to equal opportunity. Any act of discrimination by employees or any failure to comply with the terms of the policy will result in disciplinary action.

The Unix team ensures that the mostly Linux-based infrastructure services powering one of the world's largest online retailers, runs as reliably and efficiently as possible. They continually drive improvements and love to automate everything they can. You'll work with strong engineers across a range of technologies to create..... click apply for full job details

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A really exciting and rapidly-expanding company working with pioneering mobile technologies are looking for a permanent Software Test Automation Developer to join their experienced team. You'll be tasked with developing, maintaining and executing automated tests on new and existing features of the advanced web and mobile apps, that have the ability to help people and businesses all over the world. Essential skills/experience required: * Web or mobile test experience * Proficient in Python * Excellent communication skills and work ethic. * Keen to learn and develop new skills. * Team player * Proficiency in English; written and spoken. * Degree in computer science or similar If you have a familiarity with any of the following, this will be an advantage: * Python frameworks e.g. Django, Tornado. * NoSQL databases, e.g. MongoDB, Redis. * Traditional databases e.g. PostgreSQL. * Web and mobile programming languages, e.g. JavaScript, Java. * Testing techniques, tools and frameworks, e.g. test-driven development, behaviour-driven development, Webdriver, Robot Framework, Jenkins. * Containerisation and cloud computing, e.g. Docker, AWS, Kubernetes. A fantastic company to work for, working with technologies that can be applied and have revolutionary impact in a variety of industries - if you think you'd be a great fit then please apply!

Service Engineer (Air Conditioning) Greater London, South East £30,000 - £40,000 + Overtime (OTE £45k) + Training + Company Van + Holiday Excellent opportunity for a Service Engineer coming from an Air Conditioning background looking to join a well-established company undergoing rapid expansion. Not only are this company known to be a great place to work but are offering to develop and train you whilst working with high profile clients. Are you F Gas Qualified? Do you want to join a company that will look after you and develop your skills? This company have been going for over 40 years and are a specialist in manufacturing, installation, and service of HVAC equipment. Over the years they have achieved a rare award as a Diamond Mitsubishi installer and pride themselves in the training and progression they offer their employees. Due to recently winning major contacts with high profile clients they are looking for an experienced Service Engineer to join their team. In this role you will carry out the service and maintenance on branded air conditioning systems within the M25 and South East of England. Ideally you will be based commutable to Reigate in Surrey with access to London to cover your patch. Therefore, this role will suit a Service Engineer with experience on Fault Finding and Maintenance experience on Air Conditioning systems and that wants to work for a well-established company and high profile clients. The Role: *Service & Maintenance of Branded Air Conditioning Units *Reactive Maintenance for Blue Chip clients *Covering the M25 Sector and South East England The Person *Experience of Service and Maintenance on Air Conditioning Systems *Valid CSCS Card and F-Gas certificates *Valid UK Licence Reference RTR - 71303 Or Contact William Birt at Rise Technical Recruitment Key Words: Air Conditioning, Service, Maintenance, F Gas, City and Guilds, London, Surrey, Reigate, Installation, Fault find, Reactive, call out, Training, Overtime, Branded, Daycun, Mitsubishi, Hitatchi, NVQ, Field Service,

As a Postgres DBA you will be responsible for proactively developing Postgres environments, resolving operational problems rapidly and providing feedback and support to ensure Service Level Objectives are adhered to. Your exceptional enterprise-grade database management and automation skills will be challenged and appreciated...... click apply for full job details

Implementation Consultant Leading Software Organisation Hertfordshire £25,000 - £40,000 PA + Benefits Our client a leading software organisation are seeking an Implementation Consultant to join their ever-expanding team. You will act as a key point of contact for enterprise..... click apply for full job details

To work with the Regional Fundraising Manager and other members of the Worldwide Cancer Research Fundraising team to ensure the effective delivery of the regional fundraising strategy in an assigned geographical region. Develop and manage delivery of the regional fundraising plan for your allocated region, taking accountability for the annual income and expenditure budget for your region, along with achieving set Key Performance Indicators KPI's and targets. To proactively develop new and existing relationships with a range of Worldwide Cancer Research supporters, including; individual supporter's, corporates and groups whilst encouraging best practice in fundraising. Significant experience of working in a similar role within a sales/fundraising environment. To work closely with internal departments to deliver and monitor an agreed annual fundraising budget and plan, maximising financial contribution and raising awareness of Worldwide Cancer Research. Key responsibilities/accountabilities Develop and manage delivery of the regional fundraising plan for your allocated region, taking accountability for the annual income and expenditure budget for your region, along with achieving set Key Performance Indicators KPI's and non-financial targets. Source, recruit and retain corporate and major donor supporters, building long-term relationships maximising all income and partnership opportunities. To work with the Trusts and Foundations Co-ordinator and Senior Legacy Manager to develop and deliver a targeted and strategic programme for trusts and legacy fundraising. To recruit new supporters and develop relationships with existing supporters identifying key local supporters and those with influence, assisting the regional fundraising manager to present proposals and deliver new fundraising initiatives To develop and deliver a regional events programme and support the national events programme as agreed with the Regional Fundraising Manager. To work with other teams across the organisation to provide opportunities for supporters to engage with the charity, promoting best practice and collaborative working along with sharing ideas and success. Research and benchmark other charity events, create and launch new fundraising events, including effective marketing of new events to a diverse range of audiences To deliver a proactive and consistent stewardship programme in order to maximise lifetime value of all relationships. To act as a channel champion, i.e. Events champion keeping colleagues up to date with relevant information and training along with informing strategy in relevant area. Ensure industry and legislative knowledge relating to fundraising and marketing is up to date and relevant, maintaining a good understanding of the range of campaigns delivered and fundraising opportunities offered by Worldwide Cancer Research. Maintain accurate records and be accountable for all personal administration, data entry, filing and financial reporting, ensuring data protection guidelines are followed at all times, working with the CRM team to analyse relevant data to inform and support fundraising initiatives. To support the recruitment of internal and external volunteers, managing a portfolio of activity attending external events as and when required.

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