Finance Business Partner - Permanent. Here at Iceland we're different. We care. We're not a dull stuffy corporate. We're one big team. A diverse group of people who get stuck in and work together. If this is how you like to work then please read on. Role Summary This role will support the New business ventures team with clear and insightful financial information, to help drive sales and margin growth. Purpose of Role Key Accountabilities Full end to end responsibility for the Commercial Finance support to the MD and the Sales teams of New business ventures. Reporting daily margin performance vs budget at product group level, providing commentary on the week on week movements Provide insightful analysis to support and enhance product/promotional sales and margin performance, proactively challenging performance when required. Scenario planning the impact to sales and margin for potential price and promotion changes. Supporting the Budget and Half yearly company forecast process by working closely with the category buying managers to produce category level budgets for sales, margin and commercial income Actively contributing to short, medium and long term margin and Commercial income reforecasts forecasts, with a clear understanding of how current trading performance may impact margin versus budget. Supporting trading team with supplier negotiations ensuring deep understanding of supplier profitability as well as impacts of costs and retail movements. Supporting the sales teams with sales and cost models to support new customer negotiations Review and challenge commercial proposals, identifying risks and opportunities vs budget. Acting as the 'link' between the trading team and the core finance team on areas such as flagging risk and opportunities on supplier funding and commercial income Qualifications/Knowledge/Experience/Technical Skills Successful candidates will have a track record of working in a fast paced environment. FMCG / retail experience advantageous Strong commercial awareness and numeracy skills with a keen desire to question and challenge information. Experience and evidence of helping businesses deliver and monitor financial performance with the ability to influence senior stakeholders Advanced Excel skills are essential. Part qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) is desirable, but not essential. Alongside this we can offer you: A very competitive salary with an excellent benefits package 25 days holiday, plus 8 days bank holiday 15% store discount, 30% club individual restaurant discount. Free parking Highly subsidised restaurant onsite with our own Michelin Star Chef! Subsidised Costa onsite Discounted gym membership Charity fundraising events Educational sponsorship Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Long service awards Reward & recognition.
May 02, 2024
Full time
Finance Business Partner - Permanent. Here at Iceland we're different. We care. We're not a dull stuffy corporate. We're one big team. A diverse group of people who get stuck in and work together. If this is how you like to work then please read on. Role Summary This role will support the New business ventures team with clear and insightful financial information, to help drive sales and margin growth. Purpose of Role Key Accountabilities Full end to end responsibility for the Commercial Finance support to the MD and the Sales teams of New business ventures. Reporting daily margin performance vs budget at product group level, providing commentary on the week on week movements Provide insightful analysis to support and enhance product/promotional sales and margin performance, proactively challenging performance when required. Scenario planning the impact to sales and margin for potential price and promotion changes. Supporting the Budget and Half yearly company forecast process by working closely with the category buying managers to produce category level budgets for sales, margin and commercial income Actively contributing to short, medium and long term margin and Commercial income reforecasts forecasts, with a clear understanding of how current trading performance may impact margin versus budget. Supporting trading team with supplier negotiations ensuring deep understanding of supplier profitability as well as impacts of costs and retail movements. Supporting the sales teams with sales and cost models to support new customer negotiations Review and challenge commercial proposals, identifying risks and opportunities vs budget. Acting as the 'link' between the trading team and the core finance team on areas such as flagging risk and opportunities on supplier funding and commercial income Qualifications/Knowledge/Experience/Technical Skills Successful candidates will have a track record of working in a fast paced environment. FMCG / retail experience advantageous Strong commercial awareness and numeracy skills with a keen desire to question and challenge information. Experience and evidence of helping businesses deliver and monitor financial performance with the ability to influence senior stakeholders Advanced Excel skills are essential. Part qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) is desirable, but not essential. Alongside this we can offer you: A very competitive salary with an excellent benefits package 25 days holiday, plus 8 days bank holiday 15% store discount, 30% club individual restaurant discount. Free parking Highly subsidised restaurant onsite with our own Michelin Star Chef! Subsidised Costa onsite Discounted gym membership Charity fundraising events Educational sponsorship Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Long service awards Reward & recognition.
Finance Analyst/ Accountant (Site Running & ESN) Permanent Reading/ Hybrid working MBNL is jointly owned by EE and Three, two of the UK's leading and most innovative mobile operators. Established in 2007 as the industry's first network-sharing joint venture, MBNL's mission is to provide best-in-class mobile infrastructure services to EE and Three for serving their tens of millions of customers in the UK. Working at MBNL means being part of a team where you feel connected, valued, and supported. The Role: Working as part of the Commercial Finance Team, this role is solely responsible for all aspects of financial management for Site Running ( 400m per annum in value) and includes management accounting, reporting, business partnering, decision support, budgeting, and forecasting. This is a hybrid role and will be based in our Reading office 2 days per week. What you will do: Be responsible for the delivery of monthly management accounts to shareholders through close collaboration with outsourcing partners and internal stakeholders. Finance Month end tasks, Preparing and posting journals, producing variance analysis reports, accruals and completing post month end reconciliations. Ensure appropriate governance, approval, and financial management of all finance processes within Site Running. Assist in Producing and leading on 5-year plans and reforecasts for Site Running. Use Financial Modelling to build outlooks and support commercial deals. Be responsible for the management of the Property Escrow P2P process. Take accountability and ownership of Site Running P&L and Balance sheets ensuring accounting practises are adhered to. Take responsibility and ownership of the funding mechanism between MBNL and shareholders/MBNL and external partners to ensure appropriate levels are justified and maintained on monthly basis to support day to day operations. What we are looking for: Fully or Part Qualified accountant - ACCA, CIMA or similar Advanced Excel Experience in dealing with stakeholders Strong controlling background Excellent can-do attitude Entrepreneurial skills Strong academic background. Nice to have : Project Management experience Commercial experience in producing business and evaluation of business cases. Experience of supporting the business in managing large budget Knowledge of procurement systems/processes, SAP MBNL - building strength through inclusion. At MBNL we embrace equality, diversity, and inclusion. People are at the heart of everything we do and collectively we strive to create an environment where everyone can flourish. By fostering an inclusive environment, we are championing each other's uniqueness. Inclusion & Diversity within MBNL will unlock innovation and continue to evolve how we work, to help us deliver world class infrastructure for our Shareholders and their customers. We will work creatively to offer flexible working arrangements, (like non-standard hours, part-time, remote working). We want to support you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. MBNL are proud recipients of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, and Disability Confident accredited. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
May 02, 2024
Full time
Finance Analyst/ Accountant (Site Running & ESN) Permanent Reading/ Hybrid working MBNL is jointly owned by EE and Three, two of the UK's leading and most innovative mobile operators. Established in 2007 as the industry's first network-sharing joint venture, MBNL's mission is to provide best-in-class mobile infrastructure services to EE and Three for serving their tens of millions of customers in the UK. Working at MBNL means being part of a team where you feel connected, valued, and supported. The Role: Working as part of the Commercial Finance Team, this role is solely responsible for all aspects of financial management for Site Running ( 400m per annum in value) and includes management accounting, reporting, business partnering, decision support, budgeting, and forecasting. This is a hybrid role and will be based in our Reading office 2 days per week. What you will do: Be responsible for the delivery of monthly management accounts to shareholders through close collaboration with outsourcing partners and internal stakeholders. Finance Month end tasks, Preparing and posting journals, producing variance analysis reports, accruals and completing post month end reconciliations. Ensure appropriate governance, approval, and financial management of all finance processes within Site Running. Assist in Producing and leading on 5-year plans and reforecasts for Site Running. Use Financial Modelling to build outlooks and support commercial deals. Be responsible for the management of the Property Escrow P2P process. Take accountability and ownership of Site Running P&L and Balance sheets ensuring accounting practises are adhered to. Take responsibility and ownership of the funding mechanism between MBNL and shareholders/MBNL and external partners to ensure appropriate levels are justified and maintained on monthly basis to support day to day operations. What we are looking for: Fully or Part Qualified accountant - ACCA, CIMA or similar Advanced Excel Experience in dealing with stakeholders Strong controlling background Excellent can-do attitude Entrepreneurial skills Strong academic background. Nice to have : Project Management experience Commercial experience in producing business and evaluation of business cases. Experience of supporting the business in managing large budget Knowledge of procurement systems/processes, SAP MBNL - building strength through inclusion. At MBNL we embrace equality, diversity, and inclusion. People are at the heart of everything we do and collectively we strive to create an environment where everyone can flourish. By fostering an inclusive environment, we are championing each other's uniqueness. Inclusion & Diversity within MBNL will unlock innovation and continue to evolve how we work, to help us deliver world class infrastructure for our Shareholders and their customers. We will work creatively to offer flexible working arrangements, (like non-standard hours, part-time, remote working). We want to support you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. MBNL are proud recipients of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, and Disability Confident accredited. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Contact Center Solution Architect Remote Inside iR35 We are heading up a recruitment drive on behalf of a leading IT consultancy that require a Kore AI Solutions Architect to join their team on a major project that is based remotely. Job Description: As a Contact Center Solution Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing end-to-end contact center solutions that meet the business requirements and objectives of our organization. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs, assess technology options, and architect solutions that optimize performance, scalability, and customer experience. Responsibilities : Solution Design and Architecture: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements for contact center solutions. Strategic Solution Design: Lead the design and architecture of complex conversational AI solutions using Kore.ai's platform, considering long-term scalability, performance, and maintainability. Design and architect scalable, reliable, and cost-effective contact center solutions that meet business objectives and align with industry best practices. Define system architecture, integration points, data flows, and technical specifications for contact center components including IVR, ACD, CRM, workforce management, reporting, and analytics. Technology Evaluation and Selection: Evaluate and recommend contact center technologies, platforms, and vendors based on business requirements, technical capabilities, and industry standards. Conduct proof-of-concept (POC) projects and technology assessments to validate feasibility and performance of proposed solutions. Integration and Implementation: Define integration requirements and strategies for connecting contact center solutions with existing systems, applications, and third-party services. Collaborate with internal IT teams, vendors, and partners to implement and configure contact center solutions, ensuring seamless integration and alignment with business processes. Performance Optimization and Scalability: Identify opportunities to optimize performance, scalability, and efficiency of contact center solutions through system tuning, load balancing, and capacity planning. Conduct performance testing and optimization activities to ensure contact center solutions meet performance requirements under varying workloads and conditions. Security and Compliance: Ensure contact center solutions adhere to security standards, regulatory requirements, and compliance guidelines such as PCI DSS, GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2. Define security controls, encryption methods, access policies, and audit trails to protect sensitive customer data and ensure data privacy. Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Document solution architecture, design decisions, configurations, and technical specifications. Provide guidance, training, and knowledge transfer to internal teams and stakeholders on contact center technologies, best practices, and implementation methodologies. Skills and qualifications: Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field. 15+ Years of Experience: Extensive experience in software development, architecture, and solution design, with a focus on conversational AI, chatbots, and related technologies. Expertise: Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with Kore.ai's platform, including its features, capabilities, APIs, and integrations. In-depth knowledge of contact center concepts, architectures, protocols, and standards (eg, SIP, VoIP, CTI, ACD, IVR, CRM). Hands-on experience with contact center platforms such as Genesys, Avaya, Cisco, Twilio, or Amazon Connect. Strong understanding of cloud computing platforms (eg, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-based contact center solutions. Proficiency in system integration techniques, APIs, web services, and Middleware technologies. Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications: Certification in relevant areas such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent. Experience with Agile or DevOps methodologies for software development and deployment. Knowledge of emerging contact center trends and technologies such as AI, chatbots, speech analytics, and omnichannel engagement. Experience in industries such as telecommunications, finance, healthcare, or retail with complex contact center requirements.
May 02, 2024
Contractor
Contact Center Solution Architect Remote Inside iR35 We are heading up a recruitment drive on behalf of a leading IT consultancy that require a Kore AI Solutions Architect to join their team on a major project that is based remotely. Job Description: As a Contact Center Solution Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing end-to-end contact center solutions that meet the business requirements and objectives of our organization. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs, assess technology options, and architect solutions that optimize performance, scalability, and customer experience. Responsibilities : Solution Design and Architecture: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements for contact center solutions. Strategic Solution Design: Lead the design and architecture of complex conversational AI solutions using Kore.ai's platform, considering long-term scalability, performance, and maintainability. Design and architect scalable, reliable, and cost-effective contact center solutions that meet business objectives and align with industry best practices. Define system architecture, integration points, data flows, and technical specifications for contact center components including IVR, ACD, CRM, workforce management, reporting, and analytics. Technology Evaluation and Selection: Evaluate and recommend contact center technologies, platforms, and vendors based on business requirements, technical capabilities, and industry standards. Conduct proof-of-concept (POC) projects and technology assessments to validate feasibility and performance of proposed solutions. Integration and Implementation: Define integration requirements and strategies for connecting contact center solutions with existing systems, applications, and third-party services. Collaborate with internal IT teams, vendors, and partners to implement and configure contact center solutions, ensuring seamless integration and alignment with business processes. Performance Optimization and Scalability: Identify opportunities to optimize performance, scalability, and efficiency of contact center solutions through system tuning, load balancing, and capacity planning. Conduct performance testing and optimization activities to ensure contact center solutions meet performance requirements under varying workloads and conditions. Security and Compliance: Ensure contact center solutions adhere to security standards, regulatory requirements, and compliance guidelines such as PCI DSS, GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2. Define security controls, encryption methods, access policies, and audit trails to protect sensitive customer data and ensure data privacy. Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Document solution architecture, design decisions, configurations, and technical specifications. Provide guidance, training, and knowledge transfer to internal teams and stakeholders on contact center technologies, best practices, and implementation methodologies. Skills and qualifications: Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field. 15+ Years of Experience: Extensive experience in software development, architecture, and solution design, with a focus on conversational AI, chatbots, and related technologies. Expertise: Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with Kore.ai's platform, including its features, capabilities, APIs, and integrations. In-depth knowledge of contact center concepts, architectures, protocols, and standards (eg, SIP, VoIP, CTI, ACD, IVR, CRM). Hands-on experience with contact center platforms such as Genesys, Avaya, Cisco, Twilio, or Amazon Connect. Strong understanding of cloud computing platforms (eg, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-based contact center solutions. Proficiency in system integration techniques, APIs, web services, and Middleware technologies. Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications: Certification in relevant areas such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent. Experience with Agile or DevOps methodologies for software development and deployment. Knowledge of emerging contact center trends and technologies such as AI, chatbots, speech analytics, and omnichannel engagement. Experience in industries such as telecommunications, finance, healthcare, or retail with complex contact center requirements.
Title: Full Stack Laravel Developer Location: Part-Remote (2 days a week from a Central London office) Package: 55k - 60k + company benefits Duration: Full-Time, Permanent Industry: Video Streaming Technology People Source Consulting have partnered with an award-winning video streaming technology company to hire a Full-Stack Laravel Developer. Due to continued success and growth the company are looking for a Full-Stack Laravel Developer to join their technical team. The company work with some of the world's leading broadcasters, sports organisations and content owners, redefining how online video is delivered. The focus of the role is API development using the latest version of Laravel, plus enhancing the web-based Content Management System (CMS) Front End, using the TALL stack (Tailwind, Alpine.js, Laravel and Livewire), with hands on access to AWS. Required Experience: * Commercial experience using Vanilla JavaScript, Livewire and Alpine.js * Minimum 2 years' commercial experience using Laravel. * Working with large MySQL databases. * Experience implementing third-party APIs and creating RESTful APIs * Agile development methodologies * Collaborative code management using Git. * Solid understanding of major principles of Object-Oriented Programming. This is a great opportunity to join a growing and highly successful company, who are working in one of the most thriving and disruptive industries in technology today. If you are interested in learning more and feel you have the required experience, then please apply ASAP Software engineering, Laravel, PHP, API, OOP, MySQL, Software Developer, Software Engineer, Laravel Developer, Tailwind, Apline.js, Livewire, Vanilla JavaScript, Tall Stack People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
May 02, 2024
Full time
Title: Full Stack Laravel Developer Location: Part-Remote (2 days a week from a Central London office) Package: 55k - 60k + company benefits Duration: Full-Time, Permanent Industry: Video Streaming Technology People Source Consulting have partnered with an award-winning video streaming technology company to hire a Full-Stack Laravel Developer. Due to continued success and growth the company are looking for a Full-Stack Laravel Developer to join their technical team. The company work with some of the world's leading broadcasters, sports organisations and content owners, redefining how online video is delivered. The focus of the role is API development using the latest version of Laravel, plus enhancing the web-based Content Management System (CMS) Front End, using the TALL stack (Tailwind, Alpine.js, Laravel and Livewire), with hands on access to AWS. Required Experience: * Commercial experience using Vanilla JavaScript, Livewire and Alpine.js * Minimum 2 years' commercial experience using Laravel. * Working with large MySQL databases. * Experience implementing third-party APIs and creating RESTful APIs * Agile development methodologies * Collaborative code management using Git. * Solid understanding of major principles of Object-Oriented Programming. This is a great opportunity to join a growing and highly successful company, who are working in one of the most thriving and disruptive industries in technology today. If you are interested in learning more and feel you have the required experience, then please apply ASAP Software engineering, Laravel, PHP, API, OOP, MySQL, Software Developer, Software Engineer, Laravel Developer, Tailwind, Apline.js, Livewire, Vanilla JavaScript, Tall Stack People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
Keepmoat Homes is a fast growing top 10 UK housebuilder. We design and build quality homes and create places where people want to live. Our investment and participation helps transform communities and improves the lives of local people. We have a national presence combined with local knowledge and expertise in all aspects of housing - from finance, design and planning, to developing and building. Our comprehensive skills and capabilities give us a wider perspective across the whole housing lifecycle and we create lower risk ways of building homes people need. For more than 90 years our work has been absolutely visible to local communities so being part of the community is in our DNA. We hire local suppliers and tradespeople and work with local communities to make sure that our plans meet their needs. Job description Themain purpose of the role is to provide an efficient and effective customer care service, liaising with customers, contractors, site, and management teams whilst maintaining effective working relationships. To manage and continually improve the Customer Service experience for Keepmoat customers to support our ambitions to be a 5-star builder and a leader in Customer Service in the homebuilding industry. To understand, implement and adhere to HSS policy and strategy Key Accountabilities To liaise with all customers and sub-contractors to establish an excellent after sales/maintenance response to all complaints / queries To be professional, courteous, and punctual in all dealings with customers and our external partners Ensure all remedial works are monitored and that all relevant work is completed to the required standard within the agreed timescales Liaise with customers, suppliers, site managers and sub-contractors to ensure that all associated works are carried out at agreed times Ensure all materials and labour required is available prior to starting works Ensure the customer care / after sales image by personally contacting customers two weeks after legal completion to ensure the customer is happy and satisfied Plan and monitor the work of the customer care supervisor in advance to ensure continuation of work Liaise with Site Managers, Contracts Managers and Construction Director prior to arranging any meetings with customers for the Customer Care Manager Produce all relevant documentation relating to customer care accurately and in a timely manner Responsible for updating COINS system in a timely and efficient manner to ensure accuracy of customer database Responsible for collating / maintaining the 28-day customer care questionnaire Maintain an efficient, effective filing system Monitor and report to the Customer Care Manager the performance of the sub-contractors Report any continually occurring problems encountered by the Customer Care Manager to ensure these can be rectified and the source of the problem identified Effectively liaise with management, maintenance supervisor, sub-contractors, and suppliers to ensure minimum response times to customer care issues Skills, knowledge & experience Essential: This is not an exhaustive list of the technical experience that we seek in this role, but what we consider to be critical to the success of this role Skilled in relationship building and stakeholder engagement Enthusiastic, self-motivated, solutions focused approach Prepared to work within a large geographical area Excellent level of numeracy and skilled in verbal and written comms High level of computer literacy in MS Office Proven track record in project management including managing change, driving operational excellence improvements. Ability to influence the culture of the business. Able to act decisively, use sound judgement and move the business with pace towards goals External business and commercial awareness and understanding across a number of industries Outstanding interpersonal and relationship skills and able to influence and operate at senior level Use a range of influencing techniques to move the business towards a customer orientation, securing commitment to change, and driving performance Desirable: Knowledge of people management tools and techniques e.g., talent mapping; succession planning etc Covered a more senior role to support upward management experience Why work for us? At Keepmoat Homes we pride ourselves on being a great place to work. As the market leader in our industry we want to ensure that we attract, motivate and retain the best people who can deliver the best service for our customers. Competitive rates of pay - We regularly check our pay against our competitors to make sure they reflect our position as market leader. We also review our pay every year. Bonus Scheme - Our annual bonus scheme is linked to team and company performance. Special offers for staff - We run a range of offers and discounts exclusively for our employees including holidays, health club memberships and days out. Trust - We encourage you to come up with ideas and get the most out of your job with us. Development - we offer genuine development opportunities to progress your career. Our values Our values are the foundation for our vision, the cornerstone of our culture and the benchmark for our achievement. Straightforward - We get the job done in the most efficient and effective way. We are friendly, open and honest. It's about being respectful and working in a transparent and honest way. Collaborative - We work together in partnership to deliver the very best customer experience. Partnership working is key to our business. We work collaboratively to deliver the best results possible. Passionate - We care about what we do. We put pride and energy into delivering results. It's important to us to do a good job. Creative - We are proactive, flexible and resourceful. We listen, learn and deliver solutions. We don't offer a one size fits all solution; we are flexible and will tailor our services to our customers' needs.
May 02, 2024
Full time
Keepmoat Homes is a fast growing top 10 UK housebuilder. We design and build quality homes and create places where people want to live. Our investment and participation helps transform communities and improves the lives of local people. We have a national presence combined with local knowledge and expertise in all aspects of housing - from finance, design and planning, to developing and building. Our comprehensive skills and capabilities give us a wider perspective across the whole housing lifecycle and we create lower risk ways of building homes people need. For more than 90 years our work has been absolutely visible to local communities so being part of the community is in our DNA. We hire local suppliers and tradespeople and work with local communities to make sure that our plans meet their needs. Job description Themain purpose of the role is to provide an efficient and effective customer care service, liaising with customers, contractors, site, and management teams whilst maintaining effective working relationships. To manage and continually improve the Customer Service experience for Keepmoat customers to support our ambitions to be a 5-star builder and a leader in Customer Service in the homebuilding industry. To understand, implement and adhere to HSS policy and strategy Key Accountabilities To liaise with all customers and sub-contractors to establish an excellent after sales/maintenance response to all complaints / queries To be professional, courteous, and punctual in all dealings with customers and our external partners Ensure all remedial works are monitored and that all relevant work is completed to the required standard within the agreed timescales Liaise with customers, suppliers, site managers and sub-contractors to ensure that all associated works are carried out at agreed times Ensure all materials and labour required is available prior to starting works Ensure the customer care / after sales image by personally contacting customers two weeks after legal completion to ensure the customer is happy and satisfied Plan and monitor the work of the customer care supervisor in advance to ensure continuation of work Liaise with Site Managers, Contracts Managers and Construction Director prior to arranging any meetings with customers for the Customer Care Manager Produce all relevant documentation relating to customer care accurately and in a timely manner Responsible for updating COINS system in a timely and efficient manner to ensure accuracy of customer database Responsible for collating / maintaining the 28-day customer care questionnaire Maintain an efficient, effective filing system Monitor and report to the Customer Care Manager the performance of the sub-contractors Report any continually occurring problems encountered by the Customer Care Manager to ensure these can be rectified and the source of the problem identified Effectively liaise with management, maintenance supervisor, sub-contractors, and suppliers to ensure minimum response times to customer care issues Skills, knowledge & experience Essential: This is not an exhaustive list of the technical experience that we seek in this role, but what we consider to be critical to the success of this role Skilled in relationship building and stakeholder engagement Enthusiastic, self-motivated, solutions focused approach Prepared to work within a large geographical area Excellent level of numeracy and skilled in verbal and written comms High level of computer literacy in MS Office Proven track record in project management including managing change, driving operational excellence improvements. Ability to influence the culture of the business. Able to act decisively, use sound judgement and move the business with pace towards goals External business and commercial awareness and understanding across a number of industries Outstanding interpersonal and relationship skills and able to influence and operate at senior level Use a range of influencing techniques to move the business towards a customer orientation, securing commitment to change, and driving performance Desirable: Knowledge of people management tools and techniques e.g., talent mapping; succession planning etc Covered a more senior role to support upward management experience Why work for us? At Keepmoat Homes we pride ourselves on being a great place to work. As the market leader in our industry we want to ensure that we attract, motivate and retain the best people who can deliver the best service for our customers. Competitive rates of pay - We regularly check our pay against our competitors to make sure they reflect our position as market leader. We also review our pay every year. Bonus Scheme - Our annual bonus scheme is linked to team and company performance. Special offers for staff - We run a range of offers and discounts exclusively for our employees including holidays, health club memberships and days out. Trust - We encourage you to come up with ideas and get the most out of your job with us. Development - we offer genuine development opportunities to progress your career. Our values Our values are the foundation for our vision, the cornerstone of our culture and the benchmark for our achievement. Straightforward - We get the job done in the most efficient and effective way. We are friendly, open and honest. It's about being respectful and working in a transparent and honest way. Collaborative - We work together in partnership to deliver the very best customer experience. Partnership working is key to our business. We work collaboratively to deliver the best results possible. Passionate - We care about what we do. We put pride and energy into delivering results. It's important to us to do a good job. Creative - We are proactive, flexible and resourceful. We listen, learn and deliver solutions. We don't offer a one size fits all solution; we are flexible and will tailor our services to our customers' needs.
Company Description Helping over ten million people around the world manage their savings, retirement plans and life insurance requires a lot of people behind-the-scenes. It's up to us in L&G Group functions - which includes our tech and digital teams, Group Finance, HR, Risk and Corporate Comms to provide the essential support services that all areas of the business need, here in the UK and overseas. Simply put, we enable everyone at Legal & General to do what they do best. That means we're helping to improve our customers' lives, and contributing to the success of the business every day. Job Description We have an amazing opportunity for a Junior ServiceNow Engineer to join us in Hove! You'll be joining a dynamic, hands-on team helping to support technology-based changes within the security environment; playing a key role in the ongoing improvement of the ServiceNow solution used across the L&G business. If you're looking for a role with exposure to IAM and Security then this could be the ideal next move for you! What you'll be doing Maintaining the IAM Service Catalogue as presented to our diverse user base, ensuring workflow is consistent and all approvals are managed in a way that meets rigorous audit standards Partnering with other Engineers, System Admins, Product Owners, customers and suppliers to deliver opportunities to enhance the user experience across Security and IAM processes, tools and automation capabilities Staying abreast of new ServiceNow capabilities, features and functionality, playing a key role in driving continual improvement with a strong focus on enablement - leading to improved customer satisfaction Working with the Business Analysts, System Admins and Product Owners to help deliver user stories required for the IAM team. Gaining an understanding of ITIL and the assorted business processes supported in ServiceNow from an Identity & Access Management perspective Reporting into the Identity and Access Management function, you'll be delivering automated access provisioning and integrating with other core IAM products such as IdentityNow Qualifications What we're looking for Experience of developing ServiceNow Catalogue items, including workflows and approvals. Experience of REST API's and JSON Someone that isn't afraid to ask questions if they are unsure of the solution - the team are more than happy to help Sailpoint experience would be great, but training will be given Understanding of ITIL and the assorted business processes supported in ServiceNow from an Identity & Access management perspective Additional Information When you commit to Legal & General, we'll commit to you too. That means we'll recognise and reward your hard work, your performance and your contribution. If you join us, you'll get access to some great benefits, including private medical insurance, at least 25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays), a generous pension scheme, life assurance, and Income Protection. You can participate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice. We're also proud to offer competitive family leave. You'll have the opportunity to participate in our annual, performance-related bonus plan and valuable share schemes. And then there are the many discounts we offer that you can take advantage of - both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online offerings. Legal & General is a leading financial services organisation, named Britain's Most Admired Company in 2023, for the second year running. Rated top in our sector and top for inspirational leadership, we have a strong heritage and an exciting future. We're one of the world's largest asset managers, homebuilders, pension providers and insurers.Connecting to form a unique business model which drives value for our customers and society. And enabling our people to create impact through work that is meaningful and valued. If you join us, you'll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel. We strive to be open, mindful, and inclusive, so are always willing to discussing flexible working arrangements and reasonable accommodations for candidates with specific needs. It doesn't matter if you don't meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose. If you're open to find out more, we'd love to hear from you.
May 02, 2024
Full time
Company Description Helping over ten million people around the world manage their savings, retirement plans and life insurance requires a lot of people behind-the-scenes. It's up to us in L&G Group functions - which includes our tech and digital teams, Group Finance, HR, Risk and Corporate Comms to provide the essential support services that all areas of the business need, here in the UK and overseas. Simply put, we enable everyone at Legal & General to do what they do best. That means we're helping to improve our customers' lives, and contributing to the success of the business every day. Job Description We have an amazing opportunity for a Junior ServiceNow Engineer to join us in Hove! You'll be joining a dynamic, hands-on team helping to support technology-based changes within the security environment; playing a key role in the ongoing improvement of the ServiceNow solution used across the L&G business. If you're looking for a role with exposure to IAM and Security then this could be the ideal next move for you! What you'll be doing Maintaining the IAM Service Catalogue as presented to our diverse user base, ensuring workflow is consistent and all approvals are managed in a way that meets rigorous audit standards Partnering with other Engineers, System Admins, Product Owners, customers and suppliers to deliver opportunities to enhance the user experience across Security and IAM processes, tools and automation capabilities Staying abreast of new ServiceNow capabilities, features and functionality, playing a key role in driving continual improvement with a strong focus on enablement - leading to improved customer satisfaction Working with the Business Analysts, System Admins and Product Owners to help deliver user stories required for the IAM team. Gaining an understanding of ITIL and the assorted business processes supported in ServiceNow from an Identity & Access Management perspective Reporting into the Identity and Access Management function, you'll be delivering automated access provisioning and integrating with other core IAM products such as IdentityNow Qualifications What we're looking for Experience of developing ServiceNow Catalogue items, including workflows and approvals. Experience of REST API's and JSON Someone that isn't afraid to ask questions if they are unsure of the solution - the team are more than happy to help Sailpoint experience would be great, but training will be given Understanding of ITIL and the assorted business processes supported in ServiceNow from an Identity & Access management perspective Additional Information When you commit to Legal & General, we'll commit to you too. That means we'll recognise and reward your hard work, your performance and your contribution. If you join us, you'll get access to some great benefits, including private medical insurance, at least 25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays), a generous pension scheme, life assurance, and Income Protection. You can participate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice. We're also proud to offer competitive family leave. You'll have the opportunity to participate in our annual, performance-related bonus plan and valuable share schemes. And then there are the many discounts we offer that you can take advantage of - both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online offerings. Legal & General is a leading financial services organisation, named Britain's Most Admired Company in 2023, for the second year running. Rated top in our sector and top for inspirational leadership, we have a strong heritage and an exciting future. We're one of the world's largest asset managers, homebuilders, pension providers and insurers.Connecting to form a unique business model which drives value for our customers and society. And enabling our people to create impact through work that is meaningful and valued. If you join us, you'll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel. We strive to be open, mindful, and inclusive, so are always willing to discussing flexible working arrangements and reasonable accommodations for candidates with specific needs. It doesn't matter if you don't meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose. If you're open to find out more, we'd love to hear from you.
Company Description Here at esure, we're no strangers to change. As one of the industry leaders in the insurance business, striving to become a world class digital insurer, we're getting ready for more. It's creating great new opportunities for innovative and talented industry professionals to join us at a pivotal point in our development. Job Description We are currently recruiting for a Credit Hire Specialist to join our team on a permanent basis. As part of the wider Claims function, the Credit Hire Specialist is responsible for managing a caseload of credit hire claims, and supporting the team and department in achieving key performance targets. What you will do: Provide our customers with fantastic and fair customer service. Handle Claims in accordance with best practise guide and regulatory requirements. Adhere to the legal and regulatory framework in accordance with the relevant bodies. Complete exception & audit controls within agreed timescales. Comply with internal esure policy and procedures, and comply with external best practice and legislation, e.g. equal opportunities. Work collaboratively with your team and wider business to achieve the best outcomes for esure and our customers. Work with your team leader group to achieve proactive quality file handling. Qualifications What we are looking for: Existing knowledge of claims or processes within claims would be beneficial. The ability to effectively communicate with customers and third party representatives. The ability to collaborate with individuals from all areas of a business. Excellent organisational and planning skills. Ability to prioritise, multi-task and manage your own time effectively whilst working to tight deadlines. The ability to demonstrate quality claims handling with a clear understanding of the need for reserving accuracy on all claims. A passion for spotting market trends & potential strategies that can support the department. Additional Information Why choose us? This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of our game-changing journey and be part of something truly special! And to top it off, here are some perks to life at esure A competitive salary that recognises your skills and potential A bonus scheme that celebrates your contribution to esure's success Discounts on our insurance products, for you and your family 25 days annual leave, plus 8 flex days to be taken as and when suits you Benefits just for you: our hub - My Benefits Box - is loaded with perks to choose from, so you can build a personal toolkit to support your health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and finances. Grow your career with us: whatever your goals, we'll support you with hands-on training, mentoring, a LinkedIn Learning licence, access to our exclusive Academies, regular career conversations, and expert partner resources from the likes of Women in Data and Women in Tech. Join our communities: our networks give you the chance to connect, learn and share with like-minded colleagues across the business - for work and play. So, it's no surprise our people consistently rate 'making friends at work' one of the highest scorers in our colleague engagement survey More flexibility for you: we're a proud supporter of the ABI's Make Flexible Work campaign and welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need, whether it's part time, job sharing, or compressed hours. Our hybrid working approach also puts you in the driving seat of how and where you do your best work. Live a healthy lifestyle: we offer lots of support, so you feel like the best version of yourself - like specialist advice through our employee assistance programme, wellbeing classes, access to the My Health Advantage app, our Big Team Challenge, and learning sessions on topics like menopause. A helping hand to do your bit for a greener and safer world: driving good in the world couldn't be more important to us. That's why we encourage colleagues to use volunteering days to support their local communities and have lots of initiatives to help you live a greener lifestyle. Everyday appreciation: praise from your colleagues means the world! Our social recognition tool makes it easy to give colleagues the praise they deserve, and you could even be shortlisted for a company-wide ACE Award. We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure we would love to hear from you.
May 02, 2024
Full time
Company Description Here at esure, we're no strangers to change. As one of the industry leaders in the insurance business, striving to become a world class digital insurer, we're getting ready for more. It's creating great new opportunities for innovative and talented industry professionals to join us at a pivotal point in our development. Job Description We are currently recruiting for a Credit Hire Specialist to join our team on a permanent basis. As part of the wider Claims function, the Credit Hire Specialist is responsible for managing a caseload of credit hire claims, and supporting the team and department in achieving key performance targets. What you will do: Provide our customers with fantastic and fair customer service. Handle Claims in accordance with best practise guide and regulatory requirements. Adhere to the legal and regulatory framework in accordance with the relevant bodies. Complete exception & audit controls within agreed timescales. Comply with internal esure policy and procedures, and comply with external best practice and legislation, e.g. equal opportunities. Work collaboratively with your team and wider business to achieve the best outcomes for esure and our customers. Work with your team leader group to achieve proactive quality file handling. Qualifications What we are looking for: Existing knowledge of claims or processes within claims would be beneficial. The ability to effectively communicate with customers and third party representatives. The ability to collaborate with individuals from all areas of a business. Excellent organisational and planning skills. Ability to prioritise, multi-task and manage your own time effectively whilst working to tight deadlines. The ability to demonstrate quality claims handling with a clear understanding of the need for reserving accuracy on all claims. A passion for spotting market trends & potential strategies that can support the department. Additional Information Why choose us? This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of our game-changing journey and be part of something truly special! And to top it off, here are some perks to life at esure A competitive salary that recognises your skills and potential A bonus scheme that celebrates your contribution to esure's success Discounts on our insurance products, for you and your family 25 days annual leave, plus 8 flex days to be taken as and when suits you Benefits just for you: our hub - My Benefits Box - is loaded with perks to choose from, so you can build a personal toolkit to support your health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and finances. Grow your career with us: whatever your goals, we'll support you with hands-on training, mentoring, a LinkedIn Learning licence, access to our exclusive Academies, regular career conversations, and expert partner resources from the likes of Women in Data and Women in Tech. Join our communities: our networks give you the chance to connect, learn and share with like-minded colleagues across the business - for work and play. So, it's no surprise our people consistently rate 'making friends at work' one of the highest scorers in our colleague engagement survey More flexibility for you: we're a proud supporter of the ABI's Make Flexible Work campaign and welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need, whether it's part time, job sharing, or compressed hours. Our hybrid working approach also puts you in the driving seat of how and where you do your best work. Live a healthy lifestyle: we offer lots of support, so you feel like the best version of yourself - like specialist advice through our employee assistance programme, wellbeing classes, access to the My Health Advantage app, our Big Team Challenge, and learning sessions on topics like menopause. A helping hand to do your bit for a greener and safer world: driving good in the world couldn't be more important to us. That's why we encourage colleagues to use volunteering days to support their local communities and have lots of initiatives to help you live a greener lifestyle. Everyday appreciation: praise from your colleagues means the world! Our social recognition tool makes it easy to give colleagues the praise they deserve, and you could even be shortlisted for a company-wide ACE Award. We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure we would love to hear from you.
ACCA is committed to a workplace culture which is inclusive, diverse, human and connected. We welcome applications from candidates who meet some but not all of the criteria listed below. We're currently looking for an Assistant Management Accountant on a full time, permanent basis. This position sits within the Global Finance and Accounting team. We are flexible on the location of this role. The Job Reporting to the Management Accountant , on a day-to-day basis, you'll be involved in the following: Ensure key financial processes are carried out according to ACCA's financial policies and procedures Ensure general ledger accounts are reconciled in a timely manner and that lead schedules are maintained Adhere to the timetable set by the Group Financial Controller to perform financial close processes within deadlines set Prepare accrual and prepayment schedules for relevant cost centres Post and maintain fixed asset registers and ensure they reconcile to the general ledger Ensure trial balances are reconciled for international entities each month Conduct sample checking of transactions to ensure they adhere to policy Provide support to the Finance Business Partner team to ensure transactions are complete and accurate and that the underlying substance of transactions is clearly understood Support the Management Accountants to deliver the cost centre reporting required at month end The Person We're looking for someone who: Part qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CA), or working towards full qualification Good communication skills Meticulous attention to detail Strong numeracy and analytical skills Strong Excel knowledge An ability to handle multiple tasks under tight timelines and work under pressure Demonstrate a keenness for continual improvement Our Benefits We strive to create an environment where you can prioritise your wellbeing and so have designed our benefits to give you the flexibility and power to do so. Our core benefits include private healthcare, life assurance and income protection as well as a fantastic defined contribution pension scheme. We provide an employee assistance programme and are proud to offer a financial wellbeing tool called Nudge, to our employees. Our flexible benefits platform gives you the power to customise your benefit plan to suit your needs, you can choose to add a number of benefits including extra holidays, PMI family cover, cycle to work, Travel and Gym loans and more! You can also enjoy exclusive access to our discount site and wellbeing centre platform. We are committed to equal opportunities across our recruitment activities and have a real commitment to ensuring the inclusion and well-being of all employees. We have a blended approach to working to support our employees to balance the needs of their job with other aspects of their life.
May 02, 2024
Full time
ACCA is committed to a workplace culture which is inclusive, diverse, human and connected. We welcome applications from candidates who meet some but not all of the criteria listed below. We're currently looking for an Assistant Management Accountant on a full time, permanent basis. This position sits within the Global Finance and Accounting team. We are flexible on the location of this role. The Job Reporting to the Management Accountant , on a day-to-day basis, you'll be involved in the following: Ensure key financial processes are carried out according to ACCA's financial policies and procedures Ensure general ledger accounts are reconciled in a timely manner and that lead schedules are maintained Adhere to the timetable set by the Group Financial Controller to perform financial close processes within deadlines set Prepare accrual and prepayment schedules for relevant cost centres Post and maintain fixed asset registers and ensure they reconcile to the general ledger Ensure trial balances are reconciled for international entities each month Conduct sample checking of transactions to ensure they adhere to policy Provide support to the Finance Business Partner team to ensure transactions are complete and accurate and that the underlying substance of transactions is clearly understood Support the Management Accountants to deliver the cost centre reporting required at month end The Person We're looking for someone who: Part qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CA), or working towards full qualification Good communication skills Meticulous attention to detail Strong numeracy and analytical skills Strong Excel knowledge An ability to handle multiple tasks under tight timelines and work under pressure Demonstrate a keenness for continual improvement Our Benefits We strive to create an environment where you can prioritise your wellbeing and so have designed our benefits to give you the flexibility and power to do so. Our core benefits include private healthcare, life assurance and income protection as well as a fantastic defined contribution pension scheme. We provide an employee assistance programme and are proud to offer a financial wellbeing tool called Nudge, to our employees. Our flexible benefits platform gives you the power to customise your benefit plan to suit your needs, you can choose to add a number of benefits including extra holidays, PMI family cover, cycle to work, Travel and Gym loans and more! You can also enjoy exclusive access to our discount site and wellbeing centre platform. We are committed to equal opportunities across our recruitment activities and have a real commitment to ensuring the inclusion and well-being of all employees. We have a blended approach to working to support our employees to balance the needs of their job with other aspects of their life.
Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee To provide efficient and effective, technical and administrative support to an underwriting team Underwriting Assistant - Property and Package Stafford Join us and embark on a journey of growth and success! QBE's European Operations, which accounts for over 27% of QBE Group turnover, is a leading specialist in London market and European commercial lines business. Active in both the Lloyds and company market, QBE offers considerable diversity to the broking community. We are a socially responsible company and give our customers the ability to invest a portion of their premiums in environmentally and socially beneficial projects. The Opportunity: We're looking for an Underwriting Assistant (UA) to support our experienced, market-leading Underwriting team in Stafford. This role will provide the opportunity to work in an exciting and ever evolving space. Our underwriters write company business, and you will support them by providing efficient and effective support and administrative duties. Previous insurance experience would be ideal but is not essential. Your new role: Assisting our Underwriters by providing information and support to allow them to negotiate rates, terms and conditions for new and existing business. Building and developing strong relationships with your stakeholders, including Underwriters and other members of the wider team. Being aware of the annual business plan and its context so that you can make decisions and prioritise appropriately. Positively promote the department, division, and company to maximise brand leverage. Adhere to underwriting standards, legal requirements and good practice to minimise risk and maximise efficiency. Keep abreast of market trends and demonstrate market cycle awareness. About you: Good organisation skills with the ability to work to deadlines. A team player with great communication skills. Commercially aware Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. Flexible approach and ability to recognise and adapt to changing business requirements. Accuracy and attention to detail. The desire to learn and grow in your new role. Preferred knowledge: Basic understanding of class specific underwriting knowledge Strong understanding of defined process standards Experience to insurance or in another regulated environment Why QBE? At My Best At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that's why we have created At My Best". It's our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn't fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It's in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA - because we know it's not just what we do that matters, it's how we do it that makes the difference. In addition to this, we also offer flexible parental leave for both parents and have several employee network groups that support and empower our diverse workforce. At QBE, we view our people as our most precious asset. We understand the importance of fostering a work environment that is responsive to the changing needs of today's workforce. QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation (). Some of the award's QBE are proud to have won, been a finalist for, and shortlisted for include;" 5-star Diversity, Equity and inclusion (DEI) awards, 2023 Winner - Insurance Business Canada Employer of the Year 2022 Winner - Insurance Insider British Claims Awards 2022 Winner - InsurTech Award" Insurance Times Claims Excellence Awards 2022 Winner - Claims Product Solution of the Year" Working Families Best Practice Awards 2021 Finalist for: Best COVID-19 Response Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2022 Shortlisted for: Best Customer Care, Diversity & Inclusion Initiative of the Year 2022, Specialist Insurer of the Year (for Construction), General Insurer of the Year" We are proud to have partnerships with organisations such as Stonewall and Working Families, and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, the UN Women's Empowerment Principles and Race at Work charter helps keep us accountable and transparent Inclusion of Diversity We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in. We know that diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision making, improves the quality of our delivery and helps us to meet the needs of our customers." ESG & Sustainability At QBE, we believe that integrating sustainability into our business helps us deliver on our purpose of enabling a more resilient future. Our three key focus areas include fostering an orderly and inclusive transition to a net-zero economy, enabling a sustainable and resilient workforce and partnering for growth through innovative, sustainable and impactful solutions. For further information regarding QBE's sustainability targets, including our net-zero pledges and inclusion of diversity targets, and our award-winning impact investment initiative 'Premiums4Good', please visit our Sustainability homepage and read our latest Sustainability Report ( Link ). About QBE We can never really predict what's around the corner, but at QBE we're asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future - helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage." We're an international insurer that's building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner. And our people will be at the centre of our success. We're proud to work together, and encourage each other enable resilience for our customers, our environment, our economies and our communities. With more than more than 11,000 people working across 27 countries, we're big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate and kind. We believe this is our moment - what if it was yours too? Your career at QBE - let's make it happen! To find out more about why you should work for QBE, visit our careers website. What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE's vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to apply! Simply click the apply" button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role. Please make the Talent Acquisition aware should there be any reasonable adjustments that may need to be made for the interview and the remainder of the recruitment process. APPLY NOW and let's make it happen!" How to Apply: To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process. Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
May 02, 2024
Full time
Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee To provide efficient and effective, technical and administrative support to an underwriting team Underwriting Assistant - Property and Package Stafford Join us and embark on a journey of growth and success! QBE's European Operations, which accounts for over 27% of QBE Group turnover, is a leading specialist in London market and European commercial lines business. Active in both the Lloyds and company market, QBE offers considerable diversity to the broking community. We are a socially responsible company and give our customers the ability to invest a portion of their premiums in environmentally and socially beneficial projects. The Opportunity: We're looking for an Underwriting Assistant (UA) to support our experienced, market-leading Underwriting team in Stafford. This role will provide the opportunity to work in an exciting and ever evolving space. Our underwriters write company business, and you will support them by providing efficient and effective support and administrative duties. Previous insurance experience would be ideal but is not essential. Your new role: Assisting our Underwriters by providing information and support to allow them to negotiate rates, terms and conditions for new and existing business. Building and developing strong relationships with your stakeholders, including Underwriters and other members of the wider team. Being aware of the annual business plan and its context so that you can make decisions and prioritise appropriately. Positively promote the department, division, and company to maximise brand leverage. Adhere to underwriting standards, legal requirements and good practice to minimise risk and maximise efficiency. Keep abreast of market trends and demonstrate market cycle awareness. About you: Good organisation skills with the ability to work to deadlines. A team player with great communication skills. Commercially aware Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. Flexible approach and ability to recognise and adapt to changing business requirements. Accuracy and attention to detail. The desire to learn and grow in your new role. Preferred knowledge: Basic understanding of class specific underwriting knowledge Strong understanding of defined process standards Experience to insurance or in another regulated environment Why QBE? At My Best At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that's why we have created At My Best". It's our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn't fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It's in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA - because we know it's not just what we do that matters, it's how we do it that makes the difference. In addition to this, we also offer flexible parental leave for both parents and have several employee network groups that support and empower our diverse workforce. At QBE, we view our people as our most precious asset. We understand the importance of fostering a work environment that is responsive to the changing needs of today's workforce. QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation (). Some of the award's QBE are proud to have won, been a finalist for, and shortlisted for include;" 5-star Diversity, Equity and inclusion (DEI) awards, 2023 Winner - Insurance Business Canada Employer of the Year 2022 Winner - Insurance Insider British Claims Awards 2022 Winner - InsurTech Award" Insurance Times Claims Excellence Awards 2022 Winner - Claims Product Solution of the Year" Working Families Best Practice Awards 2021 Finalist for: Best COVID-19 Response Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2022 Shortlisted for: Best Customer Care, Diversity & Inclusion Initiative of the Year 2022, Specialist Insurer of the Year (for Construction), General Insurer of the Year" We are proud to have partnerships with organisations such as Stonewall and Working Families, and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, the UN Women's Empowerment Principles and Race at Work charter helps keep us accountable and transparent Inclusion of Diversity We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in. We know that diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision making, improves the quality of our delivery and helps us to meet the needs of our customers." ESG & Sustainability At QBE, we believe that integrating sustainability into our business helps us deliver on our purpose of enabling a more resilient future. Our three key focus areas include fostering an orderly and inclusive transition to a net-zero economy, enabling a sustainable and resilient workforce and partnering for growth through innovative, sustainable and impactful solutions. For further information regarding QBE's sustainability targets, including our net-zero pledges and inclusion of diversity targets, and our award-winning impact investment initiative 'Premiums4Good', please visit our Sustainability homepage and read our latest Sustainability Report ( Link ). About QBE We can never really predict what's around the corner, but at QBE we're asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future - helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage." We're an international insurer that's building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner. And our people will be at the centre of our success. We're proud to work together, and encourage each other enable resilience for our customers, our environment, our economies and our communities. With more than more than 11,000 people working across 27 countries, we're big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate and kind. We believe this is our moment - what if it was yours too? Your career at QBE - let's make it happen! To find out more about why you should work for QBE, visit our careers website. What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE's vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to apply! Simply click the apply" button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role. Please make the Talent Acquisition aware should there be any reasonable adjustments that may need to be made for the interview and the remainder of the recruitment process. APPLY NOW and let's make it happen!" How to Apply: To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process. Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Hogarth is the Global Content Experience Company. Part of WPP, Hogarth partners with one in every two of the world's top 100 brands including Coca-Cola, Ford, Rolex, Nestlé, Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors, Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant, engaging, and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging. The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalisation, all mean that brands need different solutions. Our global team of over 6,000 craft and technology experts brings together creative, production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever-changing world of today's content experience. Now offices are fully open we have embraced a hybrid working model, which allows our employees to split their time between the office and other locations, something we hope will provide everyone much more flexibility to their working week. The expectation is that working life at Hogarth will involve working from the office for about 60% of the time for most people (3 days in the office). Please speak to the Talent Acquisition team to find out more information. What does a Client Operations Director do at Hogarth? Reporting to the Head of Client Operations (HCO), the Client Operations Director (COD) is responsible for driving operational excellence and effecting change by defining and implementing the optimal operating models across the business. As well as building and implementing the right models and providing solutions to operational challenges, you will oversee a team responsible for quality of service, on-time and on-budget completion of deliverables, across a large portfolio of client accounts. You will manage a team and partner with the Global Client Managing Director (GCMD), Global Client Lead (GCL), Production and Commercial teams to deliver excellence. You lead by example and are creative in your solutions and ensure rigour in project scoping, resourcing and pricing. You understand Hogarth's capabilities, offerings and tools and activate them on client business challenges as needed. You leverage Hogarth's global network to deliver great work. The Client Operations Director will use their problem-solving skills, judgement and strong relationship building ability to lead and mentor the team. The COD is responsible for profitability across their client delivery portfolio. Key areas of responsibility Strategy and Financials: Partner with GCMD/GCL to define and implement the optimal operating model to deliver on clients' needs. You are the person who ensures the 'How?' is asked and answered Manage a portfolio of clients and partners with the GCMD/GCL to deliver revenue and profitability targets Lead the team to flawlessly deliver work that meets clients' business needs, assigning clear responsibility for tasks, decisions and objectives Formulate and activate strategic solutions based on key insights and learnings Leverage strong commercial knowledge and financial acumen Review and approve scopes of work Proactively seek and identify new revenue opportunities across your clients Ensure the right team structures and roles are in play against client scopes and revenue and that the Client Delivery team are supported when required Control freelance budgets and contracts across Client Delivery teams Ensure that teams are fully utilised and encourage people mobility when and where we can to meet utilisation targets Collaboration Motivate and drive the team towards full accountability, action and results Effectively and impartially navigate teams with conflicting priorities Build strong, trusting relationships with clients and key internal stakeholders Gain a high level of trust and respect among department heads across Client Services, Creative, Production, Technology, Finance and SMEs Collaborate with the GCMD/GCL and SME's to onboard any new clients, by building a strong operational foundation based on a series of discovery workshops and outputs to define the optimal structure and ways of working Process and Operations Responsible for assessing and simplifying ways of working and processes to achieve efficiency, profitability and standardised operational practices Leverages our on-site, onshore, offshore network to deliver engaging work in the most efficient and effective way Key business contact for technology team on identifying and implementing new systems/tools and tactically lead deployment of Hogarth's Open Content production platform (OCP) and help drive adoption Drive reviews and analysis of internal and client facing SLAs and KPIs to ensure best practices Provide support to ensure stakeholders have the data, tools, direction and access to expertise, to continually optimise the client business Collaborate with Head of Client Operations and Client Delivery counterparts globally to share best practices and key learnings Continually assess project retrospectives to identify areas of improvement and develop and implement remedial plans when required Create a culture of fresh-thinking, collaboration, respect, equality, diversity and inclusion, with a focus on learning, development and growth Ensure operational frameworks and best practices are embedded across the team and wider business Contribute to Hogarth's culture by exhibiting the Hogarth values as well as ownership, professionalism, passion and leading by example Inspire the Client Delivery teams to deliver their best Empower the team to take ownership and find solutions, supporting them by removing any barriers to success Hire and retain the best talent Have an active interest in sustainability and help drive change within Hogarth to think and act more sustainably Risk • Directly intervene and manage the remedial plan whenever business critical risks are identified and raises to GCMD where appropriate Requirements: Experience within a global production environment and/or creative agency environment Strong senior client services, operations, project management experience A commitment to ensuring flawless execution and delivery across multiple projects Strong cross-capability and cross-functional collaboration and communication skills Ability to review and analyse data to formulate and activate operational solutions Full understanding of how data can drive change in how we approach content creation and elevate the conversations and recommendations we propose to clients Commercially focused with a passion for delivering and exceeding results A good understanding and experience of multiple pricing and scoping practices Focus on continuous improvement of project management methodology and workflows Inspiring leadership, ability to manage matrix reporting, rally teams and experience in driving change and governance through cross-functional teams Demonstrated experience of successfully working within a virtual team environment Experience with complex decision and planning processes Ability to conduct presentations comfortably to large groups Demonstrated experience working with Senior and Executive management Diversity and Inclusion Hogarth is committed to diversity and inclusion through our ideas, our people, how we behave and conduct ourselves. Creating a truly inclusive culture at all levels of the organisation that encourages different points of view, making Hogarth not only a better company and place to work but an environment where everyone experiences connection, opportunity and a sense of belonging. Please contact if you need the job advert or form in another format. Diversity & Inclusion Hogarth is an equal-opportunity employer. That means we believe in creating a truly inclusive culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion for everyone through our ideas, our people, how we behave and how we conduct ourselves. We strive to recruit people from diverse backgrounds and support them to achieve long-term success. This not only makes Hogarth a better company and place to work, but an environment where everyone can give their point of view, experience connection, enjoy opportunity and feel a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, military veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or physical or mental disability. As part of our commitment to making our hiring processes as equitable as possible, we are currently rolling out a policy which ensures that hiring managers review CVs only after they have been processed through an automated anonymisation system. This aims to ensure that all candidates are considered for interview based solely on their experience and what they can bring to the role. The solution, provided by MeVitae, scans and redacts CVs to reduce potential reviewer bias. We rely on legitimate interest as a legal basis for processing personal information under the GDPR for purposes of recruitment and applications for employment. 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May 02, 2024
Full time
Hogarth is the Global Content Experience Company. Part of WPP, Hogarth partners with one in every two of the world's top 100 brands including Coca-Cola, Ford, Rolex, Nestlé, Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors, Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant, engaging, and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging. The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalisation, all mean that brands need different solutions. Our global team of over 6,000 craft and technology experts brings together creative, production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever-changing world of today's content experience. Now offices are fully open we have embraced a hybrid working model, which allows our employees to split their time between the office and other locations, something we hope will provide everyone much more flexibility to their working week. The expectation is that working life at Hogarth will involve working from the office for about 60% of the time for most people (3 days in the office). Please speak to the Talent Acquisition team to find out more information. What does a Client Operations Director do at Hogarth? Reporting to the Head of Client Operations (HCO), the Client Operations Director (COD) is responsible for driving operational excellence and effecting change by defining and implementing the optimal operating models across the business. As well as building and implementing the right models and providing solutions to operational challenges, you will oversee a team responsible for quality of service, on-time and on-budget completion of deliverables, across a large portfolio of client accounts. You will manage a team and partner with the Global Client Managing Director (GCMD), Global Client Lead (GCL), Production and Commercial teams to deliver excellence. You lead by example and are creative in your solutions and ensure rigour in project scoping, resourcing and pricing. You understand Hogarth's capabilities, offerings and tools and activate them on client business challenges as needed. You leverage Hogarth's global network to deliver great work. The Client Operations Director will use their problem-solving skills, judgement and strong relationship building ability to lead and mentor the team. The COD is responsible for profitability across their client delivery portfolio. Key areas of responsibility Strategy and Financials: Partner with GCMD/GCL to define and implement the optimal operating model to deliver on clients' needs. You are the person who ensures the 'How?' is asked and answered Manage a portfolio of clients and partners with the GCMD/GCL to deliver revenue and profitability targets Lead the team to flawlessly deliver work that meets clients' business needs, assigning clear responsibility for tasks, decisions and objectives Formulate and activate strategic solutions based on key insights and learnings Leverage strong commercial knowledge and financial acumen Review and approve scopes of work Proactively seek and identify new revenue opportunities across your clients Ensure the right team structures and roles are in play against client scopes and revenue and that the Client Delivery team are supported when required Control freelance budgets and contracts across Client Delivery teams Ensure that teams are fully utilised and encourage people mobility when and where we can to meet utilisation targets Collaboration Motivate and drive the team towards full accountability, action and results Effectively and impartially navigate teams with conflicting priorities Build strong, trusting relationships with clients and key internal stakeholders Gain a high level of trust and respect among department heads across Client Services, Creative, Production, Technology, Finance and SMEs Collaborate with the GCMD/GCL and SME's to onboard any new clients, by building a strong operational foundation based on a series of discovery workshops and outputs to define the optimal structure and ways of working Process and Operations Responsible for assessing and simplifying ways of working and processes to achieve efficiency, profitability and standardised operational practices Leverages our on-site, onshore, offshore network to deliver engaging work in the most efficient and effective way Key business contact for technology team on identifying and implementing new systems/tools and tactically lead deployment of Hogarth's Open Content production platform (OCP) and help drive adoption Drive reviews and analysis of internal and client facing SLAs and KPIs to ensure best practices Provide support to ensure stakeholders have the data, tools, direction and access to expertise, to continually optimise the client business Collaborate with Head of Client Operations and Client Delivery counterparts globally to share best practices and key learnings Continually assess project retrospectives to identify areas of improvement and develop and implement remedial plans when required Create a culture of fresh-thinking, collaboration, respect, equality, diversity and inclusion, with a focus on learning, development and growth Ensure operational frameworks and best practices are embedded across the team and wider business Contribute to Hogarth's culture by exhibiting the Hogarth values as well as ownership, professionalism, passion and leading by example Inspire the Client Delivery teams to deliver their best Empower the team to take ownership and find solutions, supporting them by removing any barriers to success Hire and retain the best talent Have an active interest in sustainability and help drive change within Hogarth to think and act more sustainably Risk • Directly intervene and manage the remedial plan whenever business critical risks are identified and raises to GCMD where appropriate Requirements: Experience within a global production environment and/or creative agency environment Strong senior client services, operations, project management experience A commitment to ensuring flawless execution and delivery across multiple projects Strong cross-capability and cross-functional collaboration and communication skills Ability to review and analyse data to formulate and activate operational solutions Full understanding of how data can drive change in how we approach content creation and elevate the conversations and recommendations we propose to clients Commercially focused with a passion for delivering and exceeding results A good understanding and experience of multiple pricing and scoping practices Focus on continuous improvement of project management methodology and workflows Inspiring leadership, ability to manage matrix reporting, rally teams and experience in driving change and governance through cross-functional teams Demonstrated experience of successfully working within a virtual team environment Experience with complex decision and planning processes Ability to conduct presentations comfortably to large groups Demonstrated experience working with Senior and Executive management Diversity and Inclusion Hogarth is committed to diversity and inclusion through our ideas, our people, how we behave and conduct ourselves. Creating a truly inclusive culture at all levels of the organisation that encourages different points of view, making Hogarth not only a better company and place to work but an environment where everyone experiences connection, opportunity and a sense of belonging. Please contact if you need the job advert or form in another format. Diversity & Inclusion Hogarth is an equal-opportunity employer. That means we believe in creating a truly inclusive culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion for everyone through our ideas, our people, how we behave and how we conduct ourselves. We strive to recruit people from diverse backgrounds and support them to achieve long-term success. This not only makes Hogarth a better company and place to work, but an environment where everyone can give their point of view, experience connection, enjoy opportunity and feel a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, military veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or physical or mental disability. As part of our commitment to making our hiring processes as equitable as possible, we are currently rolling out a policy which ensures that hiring managers review CVs only after they have been processed through an automated anonymisation system. This aims to ensure that all candidates are considered for interview based solely on their experience and what they can bring to the role. The solution, provided by MeVitae, scans and redacts CVs to reduce potential reviewer bias. We rely on legitimate interest as a legal basis for processing personal information under the GDPR for purposes of recruitment and applications for employment. 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Company Description Were Together the market leading property finance experts with an entrepreneurial spirit.Based in Cheadle, South Manchester, weve been established since in 1974 and have built a team of over 750 colleagues, who are passionate about supporting individuals and businesses achieve their property ambitions by making finance work for them. We pride ourselves on our common-sense approach to lending and offer a range of mortgage and secured loan products to individuals and businesses who are typically underserved by mainstream lenders. Our customers are central to everything we do and we work hard to support them to turn challenges into opportunities which make our customers' property ambitions a reality. Were looking for great people from all backgrounds and experiences who love working together and putting our customers at the heart of everything we do and that starts with our brilliantly different team of people. Job Description As a Roving Underwriter, you will support the network of primarily Northern Brokers managing relationships and increasing future business submissions by underwriting applications. Focusing on service delivery by following group lending criteria, policies and procedures, you will proactively manage broker relationships by acting as a point of contact for our brokers and delivering a seamless level of service to increase future business. As a Roving Underwriter, we are looking for someone to: Provide training to intermediaries on all aspects of packaging, processes and products. Accurately assess the risk on all applications and ensure correct lending decision is communicated and that all pre-set criteria met (affordable, plausible, sustainable) Support Regional Account Managers and Business Development Managers strategic plans for key intermediary partners Effective diary management to ensure all intermediary visits are aligned to contact strategies developed by account owners (RAMs/ BDMs) To accurately record all activity on CRM in a timely manner Minimise the risk to the business and the applicant with a strong focus on fraud avoidance at all stages of an application Ensure consistency in decisions and service levels across the underwriting teams and escalate inconsistencies to relevant person/s in a timely manner Improve broker knowledge and packaging quality through effective use of MI, identifying trends and taking corrective steps to enable proactive feedback and training support needed Proactively manage pipelines effective communicating with account managers and key stakeholders to ensure sales efficiency and effectiveness Qualifications Essential Previous underwriting experience within the secured lending and commercial mortgage market Excellent attention to detail Ability to make positive lending decisions Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines Excellent communication skills Experience of dealing with customers Experience of managing broker relationships Strong planning and organisational skills Possess strong objection handling and problem solving skills Additional Information Benefits working at Together 26 days holiday, and a day off for your birthday (increasing with service to 30 days), plus bank holidays Buy & sell holidays Discretionary annual bonus Matched pension contribution Life assurance Critical illness cover Health cash plan Private medical insurance Free access to company holiday homes Travel season ticket loans Ride to work scheme Free local gym access Local bar / restaurant discounts Together Money embraces diversity and inclusion, and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Not only do we welcome difference we celebrate it, support it and really value our colleagues for who they are. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We care that you have a great experience with us at Together, if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments to make your experience easier, please let us know and well do all we can. Please note that all successful applicants will undergo relevant employment reference, financial and criminal record checks. JBRP1_UKTJ
May 02, 2024
Full time
Company Description Were Together the market leading property finance experts with an entrepreneurial spirit.Based in Cheadle, South Manchester, weve been established since in 1974 and have built a team of over 750 colleagues, who are passionate about supporting individuals and businesses achieve their property ambitions by making finance work for them. We pride ourselves on our common-sense approach to lending and offer a range of mortgage and secured loan products to individuals and businesses who are typically underserved by mainstream lenders. Our customers are central to everything we do and we work hard to support them to turn challenges into opportunities which make our customers' property ambitions a reality. Were looking for great people from all backgrounds and experiences who love working together and putting our customers at the heart of everything we do and that starts with our brilliantly different team of people. Job Description As a Roving Underwriter, you will support the network of primarily Northern Brokers managing relationships and increasing future business submissions by underwriting applications. Focusing on service delivery by following group lending criteria, policies and procedures, you will proactively manage broker relationships by acting as a point of contact for our brokers and delivering a seamless level of service to increase future business. As a Roving Underwriter, we are looking for someone to: Provide training to intermediaries on all aspects of packaging, processes and products. Accurately assess the risk on all applications and ensure correct lending decision is communicated and that all pre-set criteria met (affordable, plausible, sustainable) Support Regional Account Managers and Business Development Managers strategic plans for key intermediary partners Effective diary management to ensure all intermediary visits are aligned to contact strategies developed by account owners (RAMs/ BDMs) To accurately record all activity on CRM in a timely manner Minimise the risk to the business and the applicant with a strong focus on fraud avoidance at all stages of an application Ensure consistency in decisions and service levels across the underwriting teams and escalate inconsistencies to relevant person/s in a timely manner Improve broker knowledge and packaging quality through effective use of MI, identifying trends and taking corrective steps to enable proactive feedback and training support needed Proactively manage pipelines effective communicating with account managers and key stakeholders to ensure sales efficiency and effectiveness Qualifications Essential Previous underwriting experience within the secured lending and commercial mortgage market Excellent attention to detail Ability to make positive lending decisions Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines Excellent communication skills Experience of dealing with customers Experience of managing broker relationships Strong planning and organisational skills Possess strong objection handling and problem solving skills Additional Information Benefits working at Together 26 days holiday, and a day off for your birthday (increasing with service to 30 days), plus bank holidays Buy & sell holidays Discretionary annual bonus Matched pension contribution Life assurance Critical illness cover Health cash plan Private medical insurance Free access to company holiday homes Travel season ticket loans Ride to work scheme Free local gym access Local bar / restaurant discounts Together Money embraces diversity and inclusion, and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Not only do we welcome difference we celebrate it, support it and really value our colleagues for who they are. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We care that you have a great experience with us at Together, if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments to make your experience easier, please let us know and well do all we can. Please note that all successful applicants will undergo relevant employment reference, financial and criminal record checks. JBRP1_UKTJ
WHAT YOU'LL DO Please note this is a 2 year fixed term contract. Join us as we embark on a journey to transform BCG's Finance organization. "Future Finance" is a multi-year journey to prepare the Finance function for the BCG of the future: a BCG that continues to grow, and one that has become more complex, more diverse and more interdependent. By rethinking structures, harmonizing processes across geographies and business entities, and automating key tasks with new technologies, we will deliver a simpler and more efficient operating model encouraging collaboration and flexibility to meet the ever-changing needs of BCG. In this role you will be a key member of the finance systems transformation delivery team, known internally as Project SAP4BCG that is tasked with introducing a new cloud-based ERP into the BCG ecosystem. Your primary responsibility is to define, develop, evolve and implement globally standardized streamlined processes, with a focus on Treasury. You will work in partnership with the system integration (SI) to design and implement processes in the target system (SAP S/4 Hana public cloud). Key Areas of Focus Aligns the stakeholders towards the goal of business process harmonization, providing functional leadership and topic expertise Oversees and establishes process governance and ensures quality control Gathers process change impact and implications, ensuring tradeoffs are clearly articulated for consumption by the Design Authority Oversees the implementation of the process in the target system Understand and translate business needs / user stories into implementable functional requirements Formalize functional requirements from business needs, model processes where necessary Ensure functional requirements are understood by technical architects and development leads Participates in testing of new process in target system (SAP S/4 Hana public cloud), signing off on results Prepares Quality Assurance reviews of test results to ensure business needs are met Contributes to the change management plan and execution (e.g. communications, training) YOU'RE GOOD AT Problem solving, analytical skills and decision making - You're able to independently resolve issues/problems using critical thinking, analysis and data always keeping the big picture in mind, but also reach out for advice and counsel when you need it. You maintain a high level of intellectual agility and resourcefulness when faced with significant ambiguity and fluctuating priorities and constraints. You have the tenacity to drive problems to resolution. Teaming with people across the organization - You have excellent communication skills and you're an active listener who knows how to manage stakeholders across all levels of the organization. You build strong relationships and you're a collaborative and strong cross-functional team player, capable of partnering across geographies and practices. You have a demonstrated customer service motivation. Working independently - You are self-motivated and take initiative. You look for opportunities to contribute and work well with a virtual team. You're enthusiastic about working with a global team, and comfortable being responsive and flexible across time zones Managing across many workstreams and deliverables - You are able to multitask, prioritize and manage multiple deliverables with realistic but aggressive deadlines and commitments. You have strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills. Influencing as change agent - communicate and coordinate with R2R delivery teams and global cross-functional stakeholders to encourage teams to understand and adopt new ways of thinking YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) Advanced degree preferred Language and global skills: High fluency English, global experience preferred Willing and able to create detailed solutions and troubleshoot issues when needed Experience working in various delivery methodologies Experience working with external partners (systems integrators) Proficiency with MS Office applications YOU'LL WORK WITH The Project SAP4BCG implementation team, the Finance Systems Transformation Director. The team includes a broad range of IT and Finance team members dedicated to the project. In your role, you will collaborate with Finance colleagues across our Local, Global and Regional teams, as well as other global functions and cross functional teams (e.g. Global Accounting & Control, ClientView, Core Accounting, Business Intelligence & Analytics, etc.). You will work closely with the R2R Global Process Owner and SI partners to implement revenue recognition processes.
May 02, 2024
Full time
WHAT YOU'LL DO Please note this is a 2 year fixed term contract. Join us as we embark on a journey to transform BCG's Finance organization. "Future Finance" is a multi-year journey to prepare the Finance function for the BCG of the future: a BCG that continues to grow, and one that has become more complex, more diverse and more interdependent. By rethinking structures, harmonizing processes across geographies and business entities, and automating key tasks with new technologies, we will deliver a simpler and more efficient operating model encouraging collaboration and flexibility to meet the ever-changing needs of BCG. In this role you will be a key member of the finance systems transformation delivery team, known internally as Project SAP4BCG that is tasked with introducing a new cloud-based ERP into the BCG ecosystem. Your primary responsibility is to define, develop, evolve and implement globally standardized streamlined processes, with a focus on Treasury. You will work in partnership with the system integration (SI) to design and implement processes in the target system (SAP S/4 Hana public cloud). Key Areas of Focus Aligns the stakeholders towards the goal of business process harmonization, providing functional leadership and topic expertise Oversees and establishes process governance and ensures quality control Gathers process change impact and implications, ensuring tradeoffs are clearly articulated for consumption by the Design Authority Oversees the implementation of the process in the target system Understand and translate business needs / user stories into implementable functional requirements Formalize functional requirements from business needs, model processes where necessary Ensure functional requirements are understood by technical architects and development leads Participates in testing of new process in target system (SAP S/4 Hana public cloud), signing off on results Prepares Quality Assurance reviews of test results to ensure business needs are met Contributes to the change management plan and execution (e.g. communications, training) YOU'RE GOOD AT Problem solving, analytical skills and decision making - You're able to independently resolve issues/problems using critical thinking, analysis and data always keeping the big picture in mind, but also reach out for advice and counsel when you need it. You maintain a high level of intellectual agility and resourcefulness when faced with significant ambiguity and fluctuating priorities and constraints. You have the tenacity to drive problems to resolution. Teaming with people across the organization - You have excellent communication skills and you're an active listener who knows how to manage stakeholders across all levels of the organization. You build strong relationships and you're a collaborative and strong cross-functional team player, capable of partnering across geographies and practices. You have a demonstrated customer service motivation. Working independently - You are self-motivated and take initiative. You look for opportunities to contribute and work well with a virtual team. You're enthusiastic about working with a global team, and comfortable being responsive and flexible across time zones Managing across many workstreams and deliverables - You are able to multitask, prioritize and manage multiple deliverables with realistic but aggressive deadlines and commitments. You have strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills. Influencing as change agent - communicate and coordinate with R2R delivery teams and global cross-functional stakeholders to encourage teams to understand and adopt new ways of thinking YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) Advanced degree preferred Language and global skills: High fluency English, global experience preferred Willing and able to create detailed solutions and troubleshoot issues when needed Experience working in various delivery methodologies Experience working with external partners (systems integrators) Proficiency with MS Office applications YOU'LL WORK WITH The Project SAP4BCG implementation team, the Finance Systems Transformation Director. The team includes a broad range of IT and Finance team members dedicated to the project. In your role, you will collaborate with Finance colleagues across our Local, Global and Regional teams, as well as other global functions and cross functional teams (e.g. Global Accounting & Control, ClientView, Core Accounting, Business Intelligence & Analytics, etc.). You will work closely with the R2R Global Process Owner and SI partners to implement revenue recognition processes.
This newly created role brings together Modelling and Business Partnering, Highly innovative and visionary company, where your ideas will be heard and encouraged. Fast growing and needing intellectually inquisitive professional to work alongside the CFO. who is equally outside the box and innovative. Responsible for the analytical and financial modelling to drive significant strategic initiatives, such as capital raises, refinancing and corporate development. This is initially a 6 month contract which could be paid daily outside IR35, possibility to go permanent if this is of interest to both parties. Candidates could come from Commercial Finance Manager or Business Partner Investment Analyst Transaction Services FP&A if coupled with business partnering and related roles Supporting the C-Level Directors, Investors, Directors, Employees, Third Parties,HMRC MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE Responsible for the analytical and financial modelling to drive significant strategic initiatives, such as capital raises, refinancing and corporate development. Role Requirements: • Develop and maintain complex financial models, forecasts and budgets through integrating structural enhancements aligned with budgets, capex costs and investments • Provide financial analysis and insights to support the business decisions • Generate comprehensive documentation of financial models, outputs, graph • Work closely with Finance team to ensure accurate financial reporting, graphical representations, explanatory notes and records of assumptions. • Liaise with stakeholders to gather information for model inputs • Continually review and optimise financial models for efficiency and accuracy • Implementing and developing new systems and processes • Implementation of new software • Adhere to company policies procedures, including health and safety QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING Desirable but not essential ACCA/ACA /CIMA or ICAEW qualified MBA or business degree NVQ levels 2,3 and 4 in Accounting
May 02, 2024
Contractor
This newly created role brings together Modelling and Business Partnering, Highly innovative and visionary company, where your ideas will be heard and encouraged. Fast growing and needing intellectually inquisitive professional to work alongside the CFO. who is equally outside the box and innovative. Responsible for the analytical and financial modelling to drive significant strategic initiatives, such as capital raises, refinancing and corporate development. This is initially a 6 month contract which could be paid daily outside IR35, possibility to go permanent if this is of interest to both parties. Candidates could come from Commercial Finance Manager or Business Partner Investment Analyst Transaction Services FP&A if coupled with business partnering and related roles Supporting the C-Level Directors, Investors, Directors, Employees, Third Parties,HMRC MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE Responsible for the analytical and financial modelling to drive significant strategic initiatives, such as capital raises, refinancing and corporate development. Role Requirements: • Develop and maintain complex financial models, forecasts and budgets through integrating structural enhancements aligned with budgets, capex costs and investments • Provide financial analysis and insights to support the business decisions • Generate comprehensive documentation of financial models, outputs, graph • Work closely with Finance team to ensure accurate financial reporting, graphical representations, explanatory notes and records of assumptions. • Liaise with stakeholders to gather information for model inputs • Continually review and optimise financial models for efficiency and accuracy • Implementing and developing new systems and processes • Implementation of new software • Adhere to company policies procedures, including health and safety QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING Desirable but not essential ACCA/ACA /CIMA or ICAEW qualified MBA or business degree NVQ levels 2,3 and 4 in Accounting
Our client a Global Services Organisation with more than (phone number removed) employees are seeking to recruit a Programme IT Financial Controller and you will bring the below skill set: Your experience working in a consulting services or programme management organisation will be critical to your success in this role. You will also be able to demonstrate: Demonstrable experience in Project, Portfolio Accounting and leading the financial aspects of a largescale IT programmes including Driving automation and standardisation of process. Advanced Excel and automation of reporting & MI skills Knowledge of revenue recognition practices and policies in a consulting services environment Experience managing the finances for sub-contractors Relevant Financial qualification such as ACCA or CIMA and 8+ years PQE Bachelor's or Master's degree in business, Operations, Finance or related field or equivalent work experience As a Programme Financial Controller, you will be responsible for: Financial Planning and Analysis: Develop and manage the budget for the entire programmes and provide FP&A support to largescale Programmes. Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to ensure accurate financial forecasts, revenue recognition and cost decision support. Cost Management: Monitor and control expenditures to ensure they align with the approved budget. Collaborate with the progamme governance team to implement cost-saving measures without compromising the quality of delivery. Financial Reporting: Prepare regular financial reports, analysis and commentary for senior management and key stakeholders. Provide insights into financial performance, risks, and opportunities. Business Partnering: Trusted business partner and advisor to the Client Delivery Partner and their Management team. Standardisation, Automation and Change Management Ability to support and drive standardisation of process, automation and to solve complex problems. Drive change in a rapidly evolving , complex environment. Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies. Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with the programme. Vendor Management: Collaborate with procurement and vendor management teams to ensure cost-effective execution by the subcontractors. Monitor vendor invoices and payments. Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making processes. Evaluate the financial impact of different delivery strategies and scenarios. Resource Allocation: Work closely with the programme governance team to allocate financial resources efficiently. Optimize resource allocation to meet programme goals. Audit and Control: Coordinate with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits. Implement and maintain internal controls related to financial processes.
May 02, 2024
Contractor
Our client a Global Services Organisation with more than (phone number removed) employees are seeking to recruit a Programme IT Financial Controller and you will bring the below skill set: Your experience working in a consulting services or programme management organisation will be critical to your success in this role. You will also be able to demonstrate: Demonstrable experience in Project, Portfolio Accounting and leading the financial aspects of a largescale IT programmes including Driving automation and standardisation of process. Advanced Excel and automation of reporting & MI skills Knowledge of revenue recognition practices and policies in a consulting services environment Experience managing the finances for sub-contractors Relevant Financial qualification such as ACCA or CIMA and 8+ years PQE Bachelor's or Master's degree in business, Operations, Finance or related field or equivalent work experience As a Programme Financial Controller, you will be responsible for: Financial Planning and Analysis: Develop and manage the budget for the entire programmes and provide FP&A support to largescale Programmes. Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to ensure accurate financial forecasts, revenue recognition and cost decision support. Cost Management: Monitor and control expenditures to ensure they align with the approved budget. Collaborate with the progamme governance team to implement cost-saving measures without compromising the quality of delivery. Financial Reporting: Prepare regular financial reports, analysis and commentary for senior management and key stakeholders. Provide insights into financial performance, risks, and opportunities. Business Partnering: Trusted business partner and advisor to the Client Delivery Partner and their Management team. Standardisation, Automation and Change Management Ability to support and drive standardisation of process, automation and to solve complex problems. Drive change in a rapidly evolving , complex environment. Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies. Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with the programme. Vendor Management: Collaborate with procurement and vendor management teams to ensure cost-effective execution by the subcontractors. Monitor vendor invoices and payments. Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making processes. Evaluate the financial impact of different delivery strategies and scenarios. Resource Allocation: Work closely with the programme governance team to allocate financial resources efficiently. Optimize resource allocation to meet programme goals. Audit and Control: Coordinate with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits. Implement and maintain internal controls related to financial processes.
DevOps Engineer (Azure AKS Kubernetes Chef IaC) London / WFH Are you a technologist DevOps Engineer with strong Azure, Kubernetes and Chef skills? You could be progressing your career and gaining valuable finance experience at a successful and growing FinTech that processed over £250 billion in business money transfers last year. As a DevOps Engineer you'll join a small team to maintain and enhance new and existing DevOps and CI/CD processes in line with Agile workstreams, partnering with the software engineering team to help build systems and test automation infrastructure. One of your key responsibilities will be to maintain and enhance the existing Helm charts and Chef cookbooks. You'll have exposure to a wide range of tools and will be encouraged to learn and pick things up on the job. WFH Policy: You'll join colleagues in the City office twice a week with most of the time work from home if desired, please note there is also occasional weekend work, with a day off in lieu. Requirements: You have experience in a similar DevOps role with a strong knowledge of Azure You have strong AKS, Kubernetes and Helm charts experience You have strong experience with Chef cookbooks You have a good understanding of IaC tools such as Terraform You're able to script with PowerShell, Python and / or bash Experience with other tech in the stack such as git, CI systems such as TeamCity, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, CircleCI would be of benefit - there's a new project in DataDog which you can pick up on the job You're collaborative with great communication skills What's in it for you: As a DevOps Engineer you will earn a competitive salary plus benefits: Competitive salary + Bonus 25 days holiday Pension and Life Assurance Private Medical Care, flu jab, eye-care Access to well-being apps such as Head Space, weekly virtual yoga sessions Various social events throughout the year, a well stocked kitchen and other perks Apply now to find out more about this DevOps Engineer (Azure AKS Kubernetes Chef IaC) opportunity. At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We're an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The clients we work with share our values.
May 02, 2024
Full time
DevOps Engineer (Azure AKS Kubernetes Chef IaC) London / WFH Are you a technologist DevOps Engineer with strong Azure, Kubernetes and Chef skills? You could be progressing your career and gaining valuable finance experience at a successful and growing FinTech that processed over £250 billion in business money transfers last year. As a DevOps Engineer you'll join a small team to maintain and enhance new and existing DevOps and CI/CD processes in line with Agile workstreams, partnering with the software engineering team to help build systems and test automation infrastructure. One of your key responsibilities will be to maintain and enhance the existing Helm charts and Chef cookbooks. You'll have exposure to a wide range of tools and will be encouraged to learn and pick things up on the job. WFH Policy: You'll join colleagues in the City office twice a week with most of the time work from home if desired, please note there is also occasional weekend work, with a day off in lieu. Requirements: You have experience in a similar DevOps role with a strong knowledge of Azure You have strong AKS, Kubernetes and Helm charts experience You have strong experience with Chef cookbooks You have a good understanding of IaC tools such as Terraform You're able to script with PowerShell, Python and / or bash Experience with other tech in the stack such as git, CI systems such as TeamCity, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, CircleCI would be of benefit - there's a new project in DataDog which you can pick up on the job You're collaborative with great communication skills What's in it for you: As a DevOps Engineer you will earn a competitive salary plus benefits: Competitive salary + Bonus 25 days holiday Pension and Life Assurance Private Medical Care, flu jab, eye-care Access to well-being apps such as Head Space, weekly virtual yoga sessions Various social events throughout the year, a well stocked kitchen and other perks Apply now to find out more about this DevOps Engineer (Azure AKS Kubernetes Chef IaC) opportunity. At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We're an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The clients we work with share our values.
Job title: Project Assistant - Mandarin speaking Location: Reading Our client, a leading technology company is looking for a Mandarin speaker who is proficient in Excel and project management to join a wider team based in Reading. What you will do: You will work for UK Enterprise Team, and support the business E2E from pre-sales to post-sales. You will be responsible for organizing/recording opportunities, orders, revenues and invoices trackers, to ensure all deliveries landed successfully. Work with Channels and Distributors for sales and delivery. Work with various of internal functional teams and systems on applications, e-flow approvals and self-auditing. You will work with lots of data and this job requires mastery in Microsoft Excel. This job is a great opportunity for understanding how a business run from end to end. The main responsibilities: Responsible for Sales Tracker data update and maintenance Assisting in quotation preparation Assisting in channel partners management Assisting in delivery and invoices management Assisting in contract change management Documenting and following up on important actions and decisions from meetings Ad hoc documentation work The ideal candidate: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Essential) Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint Prefer (not a must) Bachelor degree on Accounting finance/Project management Positive attitude to work in high pressure project environment Professional English and Chinese language Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
May 02, 2024
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Job title: Project Assistant - Mandarin speaking Location: Reading Our client, a leading technology company is looking for a Mandarin speaker who is proficient in Excel and project management to join a wider team based in Reading. What you will do: You will work for UK Enterprise Team, and support the business E2E from pre-sales to post-sales. You will be responsible for organizing/recording opportunities, orders, revenues and invoices trackers, to ensure all deliveries landed successfully. Work with Channels and Distributors for sales and delivery. Work with various of internal functional teams and systems on applications, e-flow approvals and self-auditing. You will work with lots of data and this job requires mastery in Microsoft Excel. This job is a great opportunity for understanding how a business run from end to end. The main responsibilities: Responsible for Sales Tracker data update and maintenance Assisting in quotation preparation Assisting in channel partners management Assisting in delivery and invoices management Assisting in contract change management Documenting and following up on important actions and decisions from meetings Ad hoc documentation work The ideal candidate: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Essential) Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint Prefer (not a must) Bachelor degree on Accounting finance/Project management Positive attitude to work in high pressure project environment Professional English and Chinese language Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Job description My client is a leader in the worldwide engineering market, They are looking to add a Finance Business Partner to their team for a 12 month FTC. What will I be doing? Business Partner for one of the Business Units & Cost Centre Budget holders (including Headcount review) Team member in all annual financial reporting processes - Month End, Forecasting, Budgeting etc click apply for full job details
May 02, 2024
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Job description My client is a leader in the worldwide engineering market, They are looking to add a Finance Business Partner to their team for a 12 month FTC. What will I be doing? Business Partner for one of the Business Units & Cost Centre Budget holders (including Headcount review) Team member in all annual financial reporting processes - Month End, Forecasting, Budgeting etc click apply for full job details
We're looking for a Finance Manager, Financial Accounts (Qualified Accountant) to join us in Bradford. This is hybrid working - 2 days in the office, 3 days remote. As part of the continued growth and diversification of our Financial Accounts team at Liberty Shared Services (LSS), as we go through an exciting period of expansion and change, we are looking for additional Finance Managers to lead teams, workstreams and projects across various group Operating Companies and external brands. As a Finance Manager, you will a Qualified Accountant report to a Senior Finance Manager, supporting and working closely with our teams in Bradford and across the wider business, to deliver accurate reporting and analysis to internal and external stakeholders across the Liberty Global Footprint. Financial Accounts are responsible for developing and delivering financial accounting activity, which includes debt, interest, derivatives, and share-based compensation, as well as preparing comprehensive financial reports, ensuring compliance with IFRS and other statutory requirements. There has never been a better time to join Liberty Global. We're a dynamic, high-growth and tech-led group of businesses, where as a Finance Manager, Management Accounts you would be ideally suited with proven post-qualification experience and a desire to develop your career with a global market leader. What will you be doing? You will manage below-the-operating-profit-line activities (BOCF), including debt, interest (external and inter-group), derivatives, restructuring, and share-based compensation. Whilst handling holding company accounts, cash accounting, fixed assets, and leases accounting, you will also perform group consolidation and foreign exchange/CTA accounting. You will prepare accurate monthly and quarterly results in line with group accounting policy and Internal Control/SOX requirements, and deliver financial information for external reporting requirements. Conducting month-end balance sheet analysis and reporting, you will also ensure balance sheet governance, integrity, and assurance. You will improve internal efficiencies and output quality through process enhancements and collaboration with internal and external teams, with a focus on tactical and strategic use of technology for automation and digitization. We tend to look for people with: Proven as a Finance Manager, Qualified Accountant, or Audit Manager with Financial Accounts experience. Professional Accountancy qualification (ACA; ACCA etc) and either newly qualified or with a degree of post qualified experience. Coaching and development of less experienced finance and accounting colleagues. Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS. Experience of working within large complex corporate structures, whilst managing key stakeholder relationships and delivering to deadlines. High attention to detail with the ability to prepare and review timetables, plans and performance metrics accurately, and identify and drive the resolution of errors or issues. Strong excel skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Financial systems skills (e.g. Oracle, Hyperion/HFM). What's in it for you? Competitive salary 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover and dental insurance Matched pension contribution up to 10% Access to our car benefit scheme Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us The chance to join an innovative, fast-paced and passionate team _ Who we are: _ We're building Tomorrow's Connections Today, bringing people together through the power of our technology. Liberty Global is a world leader in converged broadband, video and mobile communications and an active investor in cutting-edge infrastructure, content and technology ventures. With our investments in fibre-based and 5G networks we play a vital role in society, currently providing over 85 million fixed and mobile connections and rolling out the next generation of products and services, while readying our networks for 10 Gbps and beyond. We're creating national champions, combining the best broadband and mobile networks under brands such as Virgin Media-02 in the UK, VodafoneZiggo in The Netherlands, Telenet in Belgium, Sunrise in Switzerland, Virgin Media in Ireland and UPC in Slovakia. Liberty Global Ventures, our global investment arm, has a portfolio of more than 75 companies and funds across content, technology and infrastructure, including strategic stakes in ITV, Univision, Plume, Lionsgate and the Formula E racing series. Our scale enables us to transfer knowledge and expertise across our operations and investments, creating a dynamic family of brands united in the pursuit of innovation and excellence. And we're prioritising diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace and communities, while reducing our impact on the environment. We are using technology as a force for good; for our people, our partners and the planet. Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. We're 100% committed to having a workforce that represents every part of our society. So we're keen to hear from candidates of all background and circumstances. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Company pension Work Location: In person
May 02, 2024
Full time
We're looking for a Finance Manager, Financial Accounts (Qualified Accountant) to join us in Bradford. This is hybrid working - 2 days in the office, 3 days remote. As part of the continued growth and diversification of our Financial Accounts team at Liberty Shared Services (LSS), as we go through an exciting period of expansion and change, we are looking for additional Finance Managers to lead teams, workstreams and projects across various group Operating Companies and external brands. As a Finance Manager, you will a Qualified Accountant report to a Senior Finance Manager, supporting and working closely with our teams in Bradford and across the wider business, to deliver accurate reporting and analysis to internal and external stakeholders across the Liberty Global Footprint. Financial Accounts are responsible for developing and delivering financial accounting activity, which includes debt, interest, derivatives, and share-based compensation, as well as preparing comprehensive financial reports, ensuring compliance with IFRS and other statutory requirements. There has never been a better time to join Liberty Global. We're a dynamic, high-growth and tech-led group of businesses, where as a Finance Manager, Management Accounts you would be ideally suited with proven post-qualification experience and a desire to develop your career with a global market leader. What will you be doing? You will manage below-the-operating-profit-line activities (BOCF), including debt, interest (external and inter-group), derivatives, restructuring, and share-based compensation. Whilst handling holding company accounts, cash accounting, fixed assets, and leases accounting, you will also perform group consolidation and foreign exchange/CTA accounting. You will prepare accurate monthly and quarterly results in line with group accounting policy and Internal Control/SOX requirements, and deliver financial information for external reporting requirements. Conducting month-end balance sheet analysis and reporting, you will also ensure balance sheet governance, integrity, and assurance. You will improve internal efficiencies and output quality through process enhancements and collaboration with internal and external teams, with a focus on tactical and strategic use of technology for automation and digitization. We tend to look for people with: Proven as a Finance Manager, Qualified Accountant, or Audit Manager with Financial Accounts experience. Professional Accountancy qualification (ACA; ACCA etc) and either newly qualified or with a degree of post qualified experience. Coaching and development of less experienced finance and accounting colleagues. Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS. Experience of working within large complex corporate structures, whilst managing key stakeholder relationships and delivering to deadlines. High attention to detail with the ability to prepare and review timetables, plans and performance metrics accurately, and identify and drive the resolution of errors or issues. Strong excel skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Financial systems skills (e.g. Oracle, Hyperion/HFM). What's in it for you? Competitive salary 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover and dental insurance Matched pension contribution up to 10% Access to our car benefit scheme Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us The chance to join an innovative, fast-paced and passionate team _ Who we are: _ We're building Tomorrow's Connections Today, bringing people together through the power of our technology. Liberty Global is a world leader in converged broadband, video and mobile communications and an active investor in cutting-edge infrastructure, content and technology ventures. With our investments in fibre-based and 5G networks we play a vital role in society, currently providing over 85 million fixed and mobile connections and rolling out the next generation of products and services, while readying our networks for 10 Gbps and beyond. We're creating national champions, combining the best broadband and mobile networks under brands such as Virgin Media-02 in the UK, VodafoneZiggo in The Netherlands, Telenet in Belgium, Sunrise in Switzerland, Virgin Media in Ireland and UPC in Slovakia. Liberty Global Ventures, our global investment arm, has a portfolio of more than 75 companies and funds across content, technology and infrastructure, including strategic stakes in ITV, Univision, Plume, Lionsgate and the Formula E racing series. Our scale enables us to transfer knowledge and expertise across our operations and investments, creating a dynamic family of brands united in the pursuit of innovation and excellence. And we're prioritising diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace and communities, while reducing our impact on the environment. We are using technology as a force for good; for our people, our partners and the planet. Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. We're 100% committed to having a workforce that represents every part of our society. So we're keen to hear from candidates of all background and circumstances. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Company pension Work Location: In person
We have partnered with a leading Lloyd's syndicate to help them find a new Head of Pricing. This is the ideal role for a senior pricing actuary looking to step up into a managerial position. This role is not limited to but includes : Exposure to all other teams within the business including underwriting and finance Taking full control of the actuarial pricing team Building strong relationships with stakeholder's For more information please apply.
May 02, 2024
Full time
We have partnered with a leading Lloyd's syndicate to help them find a new Head of Pricing. This is the ideal role for a senior pricing actuary looking to step up into a managerial position. This role is not limited to but includes : Exposure to all other teams within the business including underwriting and finance Taking full control of the actuarial pricing team Building strong relationships with stakeholder's For more information please apply.
WHAT YOU'LL DO The Global Finance Senior Director - Enterprise Services works closely with the ES MDP (Managing Director & Partner) and is a member of the ES Leadership Team to provide finance leadership, operationally and strategically, for Enterprise Services. The role presumes business partnering with all members of the ES Leadership Team and plays an important role in engaging (and representing ES) with BCG senior leadership, regional and system-level finance leadership. The role reports into the Head of Functional Finance. Enterprise Services (ES) is an evolving BCG organization predominantly focused on providing shared services activities to every part of BCG. The landscape of ES is constantly growing and as of today ES organization includes: Specialist services (data, hub management, meetings & events, real estate, travel) Larger scale services (global finance operations services, Executive & Administrative Assistant Support, BI&A, case-team services, design studio) Procurement Transversal teams providing support to ES service lines In the role you will: Act as a 'right hand' for ES MDP (Head of ES) to ensure that ES defines and meets its strategic and annual financial objectives Act as Business Partner for ES service line leaders on all financial matters (cost efficient operating models, cost visibility, gaining efficiency, setting up and maintaining financial metrics to track performance, etc.) Lead budgeting & planning for ES organization (in coordination with the rest of Functional Finance team) Ensure regularity and stability of financial reporting for ES leadership Work closely with HR BP for ES and central capacity and compensation planning teams on all matters related to headcount and comp management Lead the development of complex business cases (oversee modelling, co-develop business case materials, align and ensure buy-in of key stakeholders) Proactively shape cost management agenda of ES Cooperate with other parts of BCG finance, specifically: Global accounting & controlling on all accounting matters related to ES Broader functional finance team on intersections of ES with other functions and central planning (e.g., comp planning) Internal investments team on any investment needs for ES Intercompany team on Cost recharge, ILCS (Intercompany Local Cost Sharing) and allocations matters Regional and local finance predominantly on cost recharge matters Lead & manage ES finance team (4-5 people, located in the US and India) YOU'RE GOOD AT Outstanding intellectual rigor and analytical & financial analysis/ management skills, combined with critical thinking, strong business judgment and value-based decision making: ability to be a "trusted advisor" for senior stakeholders Ability to solve complex problems and drive change in a rapidly evolving, complex environment Being transparent and outcome-oriented - creating focus, moving roadblocks, tackling difficult problems, and being action-oriented Excellent communication skills, written and oral, including outstanding MS Powerpoint and Excel skills Strong ability to strategically and analytically challenge the status quo, identifying improvement areas and developing convincing business cases Working collaboratively across groups - establishing strong relationships with senior regional and functional leaders including Managing Directors & Partners (MDPs), across Functional Finance, across ES service lines demonstrating the ability to get things done both through formal channels and the informal network, using diplomacy and tact to gain cooperation and support from others YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) Bachelor's degree, MSc / MBA preferred Significant (10+ years) experience in Finance or Consulting-related roles at BCG (inlc. Leadership experience at PL/Principal/Partner level), or a similar fast paced, global, complex professional services organization Experience of leading senior team members on Director/ Senior Manager level preferred Proven ability to lead a financial agenda in a complex, changing, demanding international environment Longstanding experience in financial analysis and with interpreting financial models YOU'LL WORK WITH Members of our finance team are responsible for preserving the intellectual capital, assets, and integrity of BCG. We make a decisive impact on the firm's direction, performance, and risk-management models. Finance jobs include accounting and reporting, planning and analysis, tax and treasury, financial systems, payroll, and executive compensation.
May 02, 2024
Full time
WHAT YOU'LL DO The Global Finance Senior Director - Enterprise Services works closely with the ES MDP (Managing Director & Partner) and is a member of the ES Leadership Team to provide finance leadership, operationally and strategically, for Enterprise Services. The role presumes business partnering with all members of the ES Leadership Team and plays an important role in engaging (and representing ES) with BCG senior leadership, regional and system-level finance leadership. The role reports into the Head of Functional Finance. Enterprise Services (ES) is an evolving BCG organization predominantly focused on providing shared services activities to every part of BCG. The landscape of ES is constantly growing and as of today ES organization includes: Specialist services (data, hub management, meetings & events, real estate, travel) Larger scale services (global finance operations services, Executive & Administrative Assistant Support, BI&A, case-team services, design studio) Procurement Transversal teams providing support to ES service lines In the role you will: Act as a 'right hand' for ES MDP (Head of ES) to ensure that ES defines and meets its strategic and annual financial objectives Act as Business Partner for ES service line leaders on all financial matters (cost efficient operating models, cost visibility, gaining efficiency, setting up and maintaining financial metrics to track performance, etc.) Lead budgeting & planning for ES organization (in coordination with the rest of Functional Finance team) Ensure regularity and stability of financial reporting for ES leadership Work closely with HR BP for ES and central capacity and compensation planning teams on all matters related to headcount and comp management Lead the development of complex business cases (oversee modelling, co-develop business case materials, align and ensure buy-in of key stakeholders) Proactively shape cost management agenda of ES Cooperate with other parts of BCG finance, specifically: Global accounting & controlling on all accounting matters related to ES Broader functional finance team on intersections of ES with other functions and central planning (e.g., comp planning) Internal investments team on any investment needs for ES Intercompany team on Cost recharge, ILCS (Intercompany Local Cost Sharing) and allocations matters Regional and local finance predominantly on cost recharge matters Lead & manage ES finance team (4-5 people, located in the US and India) YOU'RE GOOD AT Outstanding intellectual rigor and analytical & financial analysis/ management skills, combined with critical thinking, strong business judgment and value-based decision making: ability to be a "trusted advisor" for senior stakeholders Ability to solve complex problems and drive change in a rapidly evolving, complex environment Being transparent and outcome-oriented - creating focus, moving roadblocks, tackling difficult problems, and being action-oriented Excellent communication skills, written and oral, including outstanding MS Powerpoint and Excel skills Strong ability to strategically and analytically challenge the status quo, identifying improvement areas and developing convincing business cases Working collaboratively across groups - establishing strong relationships with senior regional and functional leaders including Managing Directors & Partners (MDPs), across Functional Finance, across ES service lines demonstrating the ability to get things done both through formal channels and the informal network, using diplomacy and tact to gain cooperation and support from others YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS) Bachelor's degree, MSc / MBA preferred Significant (10+ years) experience in Finance or Consulting-related roles at BCG (inlc. Leadership experience at PL/Principal/Partner level), or a similar fast paced, global, complex professional services organization Experience of leading senior team members on Director/ Senior Manager level preferred Proven ability to lead a financial agenda in a complex, changing, demanding international environment Longstanding experience in financial analysis and with interpreting financial models YOU'LL WORK WITH Members of our finance team are responsible for preserving the intellectual capital, assets, and integrity of BCG. We make a decisive impact on the firm's direction, performance, and risk-management models. Finance jobs include accounting and reporting, planning and analysis, tax and treasury, financial systems, payroll, and executive compensation.