Job purpose You will contribute to building a modern PHP framework for Vits's digital offerings, driving the shift from Legacy code to a future-proof, well-engineered platform that reflects our design principles. You will work collaboratively with Vits's multi-disciplinary technology team. Key areas of responsibility developing high-quality code and maintaining in-house tools to support all facets of Vitsoe's business collaborating within an agile, multi-disciplinary technology team including front and Back End developers, copywriters, UX and UI designers contributing to the development of a wider technology strategy for the business The role requires high skills with PHP, Laravel, MVC-based frameworks and MySQL databases knowledge of HTML5, CSS, Javascript ES6, Typescript experience with cloud platforms like AWS and Linux server administration, Infrastructure as Code, such as Terraform, GitHub actions and auto-deployments confidence using CI and distributed version control tools a test-driven development mindset creating code that performs well, is clean and follows standards good problem-solving skills working collaboratively with other developers to review code and share skills, experience, and knowledge great communication skills; being able to explain technical concepts to a non-technical audience an appetite for innovation, contributing ideas that will put Vitsoe ahead of the pack The person will be careful, organised and diligent - even meticulous - with a good dose of common sense demanding of high standards, and at ease with demanding people effective - but also efficient - in both the physical and digital realms modestly confident, good-humoured and trustworthy at home in the worlds of art, architecture, craft and design informal but 100% professional, while respecting traditional courtesy and good manners How to apply Please email your covering letter and CV to (see below) We encourage you to be as thorough as possible when applying. In your covering letter, please be sure to explain why working at Vitsoe might make a difference to both your life and ours. We need to know that you want to work with us. Thank you for your interest in Vitsoe.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Job purpose You will contribute to building a modern PHP framework for Vits's digital offerings, driving the shift from Legacy code to a future-proof, well-engineered platform that reflects our design principles. You will work collaboratively with Vits's multi-disciplinary technology team. Key areas of responsibility developing high-quality code and maintaining in-house tools to support all facets of Vitsoe's business collaborating within an agile, multi-disciplinary technology team including front and Back End developers, copywriters, UX and UI designers contributing to the development of a wider technology strategy for the business The role requires high skills with PHP, Laravel, MVC-based frameworks and MySQL databases knowledge of HTML5, CSS, Javascript ES6, Typescript experience with cloud platforms like AWS and Linux server administration, Infrastructure as Code, such as Terraform, GitHub actions and auto-deployments confidence using CI and distributed version control tools a test-driven development mindset creating code that performs well, is clean and follows standards good problem-solving skills working collaboratively with other developers to review code and share skills, experience, and knowledge great communication skills; being able to explain technical concepts to a non-technical audience an appetite for innovation, contributing ideas that will put Vitsoe ahead of the pack The person will be careful, organised and diligent - even meticulous - with a good dose of common sense demanding of high standards, and at ease with demanding people effective - but also efficient - in both the physical and digital realms modestly confident, good-humoured and trustworthy at home in the worlds of art, architecture, craft and design informal but 100% professional, while respecting traditional courtesy and good manners How to apply Please email your covering letter and CV to (see below) We encourage you to be as thorough as possible when applying. In your covering letter, please be sure to explain why working at Vitsoe might make a difference to both your life and ours. We need to know that you want to work with us. Thank you for your interest in Vitsoe.
FOR GERMAN WRITING EXPERTS ONLY Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers? How it works: We have several open projects where we are looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers. You can work on all of our projects remotely. Hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you. Your earnings from ongoing projects are sent out weekly. We offer flexible hours (1 - 20+) You Will: Work on various writing in German projects to train generative AI models. Some examples of projects you might work on: Rank a series of responses that were produced by an AI model. Based on a given topic, write a short story about that topic. Assess whether a piece of text produced by an AI model is factually accurate or not. Preferred Qualifications: These are NOT must-have qualifications! You should apply if you meet any of these (or anything similar you think makes you a good fit). Professional Translator Enrollment or completion of an undergraduate program in a humanities field or field related to writing Enrollment or completion in a graduate program related to creative writing Experience writing professionally (copywriter, journalist, technical writer, editor, etc.) Earnings & Duration: Base Pay Rate: from $22-$29 per hour Location: Remote (Globally) PREFERRED: Germany or In the United States Duration: Variable depending on project length, flexible hours This opportunity involves contracting for Smart Ecosystem, Inc. Base pay is determined by multiple factors, including the area of expertise, years of experience, and skillset needed for the project. Pay rates vary during the project lifecycle. For example, rates for onboarding are lower. PLEASE NOTE : We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data.
May 17, 2024
Full time
FOR GERMAN WRITING EXPERTS ONLY Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers? How it works: We have several open projects where we are looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers. You can work on all of our projects remotely. Hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you. Your earnings from ongoing projects are sent out weekly. We offer flexible hours (1 - 20+) You Will: Work on various writing in German projects to train generative AI models. Some examples of projects you might work on: Rank a series of responses that were produced by an AI model. Based on a given topic, write a short story about that topic. Assess whether a piece of text produced by an AI model is factually accurate or not. Preferred Qualifications: These are NOT must-have qualifications! You should apply if you meet any of these (or anything similar you think makes you a good fit). Professional Translator Enrollment or completion of an undergraduate program in a humanities field or field related to writing Enrollment or completion in a graduate program related to creative writing Experience writing professionally (copywriter, journalist, technical writer, editor, etc.) Earnings & Duration: Base Pay Rate: from $22-$29 per hour Location: Remote (Globally) PREFERRED: Germany or In the United States Duration: Variable depending on project length, flexible hours This opportunity involves contracting for Smart Ecosystem, Inc. Base pay is determined by multiple factors, including the area of expertise, years of experience, and skillset needed for the project. Pay rates vary during the project lifecycle. For example, rates for onboarding are lower. PLEASE NOTE : We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data.
Pricing Practitioner Hybrid Let's make the most of your talent Join us as a Pricing Practitioner within our Pricing & Underwriting Chapter , w hether it's optimisation, trading, retail or risk pricing or even data science, we've got an opportunity for you. About Us: At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field, we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. Pricing and Underwriting is a complicated world, where historical data, geospatial information, and mathematical models meet talented analysts. Pricing our products is a fine line between balancing our business goals and customer needs. That's why our pricers and underwriters are the best of the best. They reduce risk and predict future events ensuring our business can continue to grow whilst each and every one of our consumers gets the best price. What you'll be doing: Working in an agile way means you'll take charge early on , soak up new experiences and most importantly your ideas will shape what we do - making a positive impact on our customers lives. W e'll utilise your skills where they are most needed whilst also giving you to opportunity to build and grow the breadth of your expertise . You'll join one of our various tribes (home, motor, pet, travel etc.) and complete your work day to day within one of our squads focusing on a key area of pricing. Support the delivery of your squad's pricing & underwriting objectives Improve DLG's pricing performance and longer-term capability whilst maintaining pricing & underwriting discipline Use your technical and analytical skills to develop innovative solutions to challenging problems Perform pricing tasks to help your squad achieve it's objectives and support colleagues when needed with their work Engage in the wider Pricing & Underwriting community Take ownership of projects and developing your skillset utilising the tools and network around you We are open to a range of insurance pricing backgrounds and if successful at interview you'll be placed into anyone of our tribes; Motor Manufacturing, Motor Retail, Pet, Travel, Private, Darwin, Rescue or Home. What we are looking for: Previous pricing experience within an insurance pricing role and the ability to work and create in an ever changing environment Knowledge and technical experience within general pricing such as trading, modelling, optimisation etc. Knowledge and/or desire to learn the following software; Radar, Emblem, SAS, SQL, Python Display curiosity and collaboration as well as being an excellent communicator and a good problem solver What we offer: We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle: 9% employer contributed pension 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Up to 10% annual bonus 25 days holiday (rising by 1 each year to 28) + bank holidays and option to buy or sell up to 5 days Additional optional Health and Dental insurance EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way. Buy as you earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Ways of Working Our hybrid model way of working offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office-working, offering flexibility for everyone. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but most colleagues are in 2 days a week, and we'll consider the flexible working options that work best for you. Read our flexible working approach here Be yourself We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any reasonable adjustments within this recruitment process, please reach out to us and we can discuss how we can support you with this. There's no-one else like you. No-one with the exact same mix of strengths, quirks, skills, and thoughts. That's why you could belong here. As part of a team, in a place that empowers you to be the best you can be. We're proud of who we are, of what we do, and what every one of us brings. Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. Join us. Help us keep innovating and putting customers at the heart of everything. To be an insurance company of the future. When we work together, we can all achieve great things. Inspiring, challenging, and supporting each other to aim higher. Together we're one of a kind.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Pricing Practitioner Hybrid Let's make the most of your talent Join us as a Pricing Practitioner within our Pricing & Underwriting Chapter , w hether it's optimisation, trading, retail or risk pricing or even data science, we've got an opportunity for you. About Us: At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field, we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. Pricing and Underwriting is a complicated world, where historical data, geospatial information, and mathematical models meet talented analysts. Pricing our products is a fine line between balancing our business goals and customer needs. That's why our pricers and underwriters are the best of the best. They reduce risk and predict future events ensuring our business can continue to grow whilst each and every one of our consumers gets the best price. What you'll be doing: Working in an agile way means you'll take charge early on , soak up new experiences and most importantly your ideas will shape what we do - making a positive impact on our customers lives. W e'll utilise your skills where they are most needed whilst also giving you to opportunity to build and grow the breadth of your expertise . You'll join one of our various tribes (home, motor, pet, travel etc.) and complete your work day to day within one of our squads focusing on a key area of pricing. Support the delivery of your squad's pricing & underwriting objectives Improve DLG's pricing performance and longer-term capability whilst maintaining pricing & underwriting discipline Use your technical and analytical skills to develop innovative solutions to challenging problems Perform pricing tasks to help your squad achieve it's objectives and support colleagues when needed with their work Engage in the wider Pricing & Underwriting community Take ownership of projects and developing your skillset utilising the tools and network around you We are open to a range of insurance pricing backgrounds and if successful at interview you'll be placed into anyone of our tribes; Motor Manufacturing, Motor Retail, Pet, Travel, Private, Darwin, Rescue or Home. What we are looking for: Previous pricing experience within an insurance pricing role and the ability to work and create in an ever changing environment Knowledge and technical experience within general pricing such as trading, modelling, optimisation etc. Knowledge and/or desire to learn the following software; Radar, Emblem, SAS, SQL, Python Display curiosity and collaboration as well as being an excellent communicator and a good problem solver What we offer: We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle: 9% employer contributed pension 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Up to 10% annual bonus 25 days holiday (rising by 1 each year to 28) + bank holidays and option to buy or sell up to 5 days Additional optional Health and Dental insurance EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way. Buy as you earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Ways of Working Our hybrid model way of working offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office-working, offering flexibility for everyone. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but most colleagues are in 2 days a week, and we'll consider the flexible working options that work best for you. Read our flexible working approach here Be yourself We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any reasonable adjustments within this recruitment process, please reach out to us and we can discuss how we can support you with this. There's no-one else like you. No-one with the exact same mix of strengths, quirks, skills, and thoughts. That's why you could belong here. As part of a team, in a place that empowers you to be the best you can be. We're proud of who we are, of what we do, and what every one of us brings. Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. Join us. Help us keep innovating and putting customers at the heart of everything. To be an insurance company of the future. When we work together, we can all achieve great things. Inspiring, challenging, and supporting each other to aim higher. Together we're one of a kind.
FOR FLUENT THAI WRITERS ONLY Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers? How it works: We have several open projects where we are looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers. You can work on all of our projects remotely. Hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you. Your earnings from ongoing projects are sent out weekly. You Will: Work on various writing in Thai projects to train generative AI models. Some examples of projects you might work on: Rank a series of responses that were produced by an AI model. Based on a given topic, write a short story about that topic. Assess whether a piece of text produced by an AI model is factually accurate or not. Preferred Qualifications: These are NOT must-have qualifications! You should apply if you meet any of these (or anything similar you think makes you a good fit). Professional Translator Enrollment or completion of an undergraduate program in a humanities field or field related to writing Enrollment or completion in a graduate program related to creative writing Experience writing professionally (copywriter, journalist, technical writer, editor, etc.) Earnings & Duration: Base Pay Rate: from $7.50-$10 per hour Location: Remote (Globally) Countries: Thailand or previously lived in Thailand 2+ years is preferred Duration: Variable depending on project length, flexible hours This opportunity involves contracting for Smart Ecosystem, Inc. Base pay is determined by multiple factors, including the area of expertise, years of experience, and skillset needed for the project. Pay rates vary during the project lifecycle. For example, rates for onboarding are lower. PLEASE NOTE : We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data.
May 17, 2024
Full time
FOR FLUENT THAI WRITERS ONLY Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers? How it works: We have several open projects where we are looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers. You can work on all of our projects remotely. Hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you. Your earnings from ongoing projects are sent out weekly. You Will: Work on various writing in Thai projects to train generative AI models. Some examples of projects you might work on: Rank a series of responses that were produced by an AI model. Based on a given topic, write a short story about that topic. Assess whether a piece of text produced by an AI model is factually accurate or not. Preferred Qualifications: These are NOT must-have qualifications! You should apply if you meet any of these (or anything similar you think makes you a good fit). Professional Translator Enrollment or completion of an undergraduate program in a humanities field or field related to writing Enrollment or completion in a graduate program related to creative writing Experience writing professionally (copywriter, journalist, technical writer, editor, etc.) Earnings & Duration: Base Pay Rate: from $7.50-$10 per hour Location: Remote (Globally) Countries: Thailand or previously lived in Thailand 2+ years is preferred Duration: Variable depending on project length, flexible hours This opportunity involves contracting for Smart Ecosystem, Inc. Base pay is determined by multiple factors, including the area of expertise, years of experience, and skillset needed for the project. Pay rates vary during the project lifecycle. For example, rates for onboarding are lower. PLEASE NOTE : We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data.
Freelance Italian Writer FOR ITALIAN RESIDENTS OR ITALIAN WRITING EXPERTS ONLY Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers? How it works: We have several open projects where we are looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers. You can work on all of our projects remotely. Hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you. Your earnings from ongoing projects are sent out weekly. You Will: Work on various writing in Italian projects to train generative AI models. Some examples of projects you might work on: Rank a series of responses that were produced by an AI model. Based on a given topic, write a short story about that topic. Assess whether a piece of text produced by an AI model is factually accurate or not. Preferred Qualifications: These are not must-have qualifications! You should apply if you meet any of these (or anything similar you think makes you a good fit). Professional Translator Enrollment or completion of an undergraduate program in a humanities field or field related to writing Enrollment or completion in a graduate program related to creative writing Experience writing professionally (copywriter, journalist, technical writer, editor, etc.) Earnings & Duration: Base Pay Rate: from $17.50-$20 per hour Location: Remote Countries: GLOBAL but Italy is preferred Duration: Variable depending on project length, flexible hours This opportunity involves contracting for Smart Ecosystem, Inc. Base pay is determined by multiple factors, including the area of expertise, years of experience, and skillset needed for the project. Pay rates vary during the project lifecycle. For example, rates for onboarding are lower. PLEASE NOTE : We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Freelance Italian Writer FOR ITALIAN RESIDENTS OR ITALIAN WRITING EXPERTS ONLY Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers? How it works: We have several open projects where we are looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers. You can work on all of our projects remotely. Hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you. Your earnings from ongoing projects are sent out weekly. You Will: Work on various writing in Italian projects to train generative AI models. Some examples of projects you might work on: Rank a series of responses that were produced by an AI model. Based on a given topic, write a short story about that topic. Assess whether a piece of text produced by an AI model is factually accurate or not. Preferred Qualifications: These are not must-have qualifications! You should apply if you meet any of these (or anything similar you think makes you a good fit). Professional Translator Enrollment or completion of an undergraduate program in a humanities field or field related to writing Enrollment or completion in a graduate program related to creative writing Experience writing professionally (copywriter, journalist, technical writer, editor, etc.) Earnings & Duration: Base Pay Rate: from $17.50-$20 per hour Location: Remote Countries: GLOBAL but Italy is preferred Duration: Variable depending on project length, flexible hours This opportunity involves contracting for Smart Ecosystem, Inc. Base pay is determined by multiple factors, including the area of expertise, years of experience, and skillset needed for the project. Pay rates vary during the project lifecycle. For example, rates for onboarding are lower. PLEASE NOTE : We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data.
FOR FLUENT THAI WRITERS ONLY Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers? How it works: We have several open projects where we are looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers. You can work on all of our projects remotely. Hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you. Your earnings from ongoing projects are sent out weekly. You Will: Work on various writing in Thai projects to train generative AI models. Some examples of projects you might work on: Rank a series of responses that were produced by an AI model. Based on a given topic, write a short story about that topic. Assess whether a piece of text produced by an AI model is factually accurate or not. Preferred Qualifications: These are NOT must-have qualifications! You should apply if you meet any of these (or anything similar you think makes you a good fit). Professional Translator Enrollment or completion of an undergraduate program in a humanities field or field related to writing Enrollment or completion in a graduate program related to creative writing Experience writing professionally (copywriter, journalist, technical writer, editor, etc.) Earnings & Duration: Base Pay Rate: from $7.50-$10 per hour Location: Remote (Globally) Countries: Thailand or previously lived in Thailand 2+ years is preferred Duration: Variable depending on project length, flexible hours This opportunity involves contracting for Smart Ecosystem, Inc. Base pay is determined by multiple factors, including the area of expertise, years of experience, and skillset needed for the project. Pay rates vary during the project lifecycle. For example, rates for onboarding are lower. PLEASE NOTE : We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data.
May 16, 2024
Full time
FOR FLUENT THAI WRITERS ONLY Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers? How it works: We have several open projects where we are looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers. You can work on all of our projects remotely. Hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you. Your earnings from ongoing projects are sent out weekly. You Will: Work on various writing in Thai projects to train generative AI models. Some examples of projects you might work on: Rank a series of responses that were produced by an AI model. Based on a given topic, write a short story about that topic. Assess whether a piece of text produced by an AI model is factually accurate or not. Preferred Qualifications: These are NOT must-have qualifications! You should apply if you meet any of these (or anything similar you think makes you a good fit). Professional Translator Enrollment or completion of an undergraduate program in a humanities field or field related to writing Enrollment or completion in a graduate program related to creative writing Experience writing professionally (copywriter, journalist, technical writer, editor, etc.) Earnings & Duration: Base Pay Rate: from $7.50-$10 per hour Location: Remote (Globally) Countries: Thailand or previously lived in Thailand 2+ years is preferred Duration: Variable depending on project length, flexible hours This opportunity involves contracting for Smart Ecosystem, Inc. Base pay is determined by multiple factors, including the area of expertise, years of experience, and skillset needed for the project. Pay rates vary during the project lifecycle. For example, rates for onboarding are lower. PLEASE NOTE : We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data.
FOR GERMAN WRITING EXPERTS ONLY Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers? How it works: We have several open projects where we are looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers. You can work on all of our projects remotely. Hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you. Your earnings from ongoing projects are sent out weekly. We offer flexible hours (1 - 20+) You Will: Work on various writing in German projects to train generative AI models. Some examples of projects you might work on: Rank a series of responses that were produced by an AI model. Based on a given topic, write a short story about that topic. Assess whether a piece of text produced by an AI model is factually accurate or not. Preferred Qualifications: These are NOT must-have qualifications! You should apply if you meet any of these (or anything similar you think makes you a good fit). Professional Translator Enrollment or completion of an undergraduate program in a humanities field or field related to writing Enrollment or completion in a graduate program related to creative writing Experience writing professionally (copywriter, journalist, technical writer, editor, etc.) Earnings & Duration: Base Pay Rate: from $22-$29 per hour Location: Remote (Globally) PREFERRED: Germany or In the United States Duration: Variable depending on project length, flexible hours This opportunity involves contracting for Smart Ecosystem, Inc. Base pay is determined by multiple factors, including the area of expertise, years of experience, and skillset needed for the project. Pay rates vary during the project lifecycle. For example, rates for onboarding are lower. PLEASE NOTE : We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data.
May 16, 2024
Full time
FOR GERMAN WRITING EXPERTS ONLY Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers? How it works: We have several open projects where we are looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers. You can work on all of our projects remotely. Hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you. Your earnings from ongoing projects are sent out weekly. We offer flexible hours (1 - 20+) You Will: Work on various writing in German projects to train generative AI models. Some examples of projects you might work on: Rank a series of responses that were produced by an AI model. Based on a given topic, write a short story about that topic. Assess whether a piece of text produced by an AI model is factually accurate or not. Preferred Qualifications: These are NOT must-have qualifications! You should apply if you meet any of these (or anything similar you think makes you a good fit). Professional Translator Enrollment or completion of an undergraduate program in a humanities field or field related to writing Enrollment or completion in a graduate program related to creative writing Experience writing professionally (copywriter, journalist, technical writer, editor, etc.) Earnings & Duration: Base Pay Rate: from $22-$29 per hour Location: Remote (Globally) PREFERRED: Germany or In the United States Duration: Variable depending on project length, flexible hours This opportunity involves contracting for Smart Ecosystem, Inc. Base pay is determined by multiple factors, including the area of expertise, years of experience, and skillset needed for the project. Pay rates vary during the project lifecycle. For example, rates for onboarding are lower. PLEASE NOTE : We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data.
Freelance Italian Writer FOR ITALIAN RESIDENTS OR ITALIAN WRITING EXPERTS ONLY Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers? How it works: We have several open projects where we are looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers. You can work on all of our projects remotely. Hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you. Your earnings from ongoing projects are sent out weekly. You Will: Work on various writing in Italian projects to train generative AI models. Some examples of projects you might work on: Rank a series of responses that were produced by an AI model. Based on a given topic, write a short story about that topic. Assess whether a piece of text produced by an AI model is factually accurate or not. Preferred Qualifications: These are not must-have qualifications! You should apply if you meet any of these (or anything similar you think makes you a good fit). Professional Translator Enrollment or completion of an undergraduate program in a humanities field or field related to writing Enrollment or completion in a graduate program related to creative writing Experience writing professionally (copywriter, journalist, technical writer, editor, etc.) Earnings & Duration: Base Pay Rate: from $17.50-$20 per hour Location: Remote Countries: GLOBAL but Italy is preferred Duration: Variable depending on project length, flexible hours This opportunity involves contracting for Smart Ecosystem, Inc. Base pay is determined by multiple factors, including the area of expertise, years of experience, and skillset needed for the project. Pay rates vary during the project lifecycle. For example, rates for onboarding are lower. PLEASE NOTE : We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Freelance Italian Writer FOR ITALIAN RESIDENTS OR ITALIAN WRITING EXPERTS ONLY Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers? How it works: We have several open projects where we are looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers. You can work on all of our projects remotely. Hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you. Your earnings from ongoing projects are sent out weekly. You Will: Work on various writing in Italian projects to train generative AI models. Some examples of projects you might work on: Rank a series of responses that were produced by an AI model. Based on a given topic, write a short story about that topic. Assess whether a piece of text produced by an AI model is factually accurate or not. Preferred Qualifications: These are not must-have qualifications! You should apply if you meet any of these (or anything similar you think makes you a good fit). Professional Translator Enrollment or completion of an undergraduate program in a humanities field or field related to writing Enrollment or completion in a graduate program related to creative writing Experience writing professionally (copywriter, journalist, technical writer, editor, etc.) Earnings & Duration: Base Pay Rate: from $17.50-$20 per hour Location: Remote Countries: GLOBAL but Italy is preferred Duration: Variable depending on project length, flexible hours This opportunity involves contracting for Smart Ecosystem, Inc. Base pay is determined by multiple factors, including the area of expertise, years of experience, and skillset needed for the project. Pay rates vary during the project lifecycle. For example, rates for onboarding are lower. PLEASE NOTE : We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data.
ABOUT GUNZILLA GAMES Founded in 2020, Gunzilla Games is the independent AAA video game developer and publisher behind the free-to-play mobile game TECHNOCORE, the gamer-first blockchain GUNZ, and the upcoming next-gen battle royale Off The Grid, in three metropolitan locations: Frankfurt, Germany (HQ); Kyiv, Ukraine; and London, UK. The company is helmed by CEO Vlad Korolov and CSO Alexander Zoll. Gunzilla is built on the desire to innovate and push the limits of the games industry. Gunzilla's formidable team of talent comes from a variety of industry-leading studios and publishers (Ubisoft, Electronic Arts (EA), THQ, etc.) as well as Oscar-nominated screenwriter, director, and producer Neill Blomkamp, Chief Visionary Officer, and the author of the Altered Carbon series, which has been adapted into a popular Netflix show, Richard K. Morgan, Script Writer. The Gunzilla Leadership team includes well-known industry professionals like Timur Davidenko, Chief Technology Officer (Far Cry, Warface, and Crysis) , Scott Probin, Studio Director (EA Sports' NHL series , the Need for Speed franchise , Populous 2, Powermonger, Space Hulk), Dmitriy Markov, Technical Director (Metro Exodus, ARKTIKA.1) , Volodymyr Savin, Audio Director (Cut the Rope, Metro Exodus, HBO's Chernobyl series ) , Petr Cherkes, Design Director ( The Last of Us, Uncharted 3, Star Wars: The Old Republic ), Krasimir Nechevski, Animation Director ( Adam, Book of the Dead ), Nikolas Gekko, Lead Art Director, ( Call of Duty: WWII, Halo Infinite, Destiny ) and Kiran Pulicheri, Technical Art Director ( Control, Far Cry 6). OUR VALUES Players First & Foremost . We aim to create titles that players love and get lost in, so our games are developed with them in mind from the start. We Believe in Our People. We believe in building strong teams of self-motivated individuals empowered to work at their best in a supportive environment; when we're strong together, we thrive together. Commitment to Engagement & Quality . We are deeply passionate about what we do, ensuring we produce next-generation experiences of the highest calibre. Make Bold Moves & Innovate. We strive to make bold moves and push technology to its limits; there are no wrong steps if the outcome redefines the boundaries. Open & Honest. We believe in building trust through transparency and honest communication. We're proud of who we are, what we stand for, and what we're building. ABOUT THE JOB Gunzilla Games is seeking a highly skilled and organized Art Production Director to join our team in the development of a new IP, third-person shooter video game utilizing Unreal Engine 5. The Art Production Director will work alongside and collaborate closely with our existing Visual Art Director to ensure the seamless execution of the artistic vision within the constraints of time and resources. This role requires proficiency in Unreal Engine 5 and related art production tools, as well as strong project management skills and the ability to make informed compromises without sacrificing quality. RESPONSIBILITIES Work closely with the Visual Art Director to translate the artistic vision into actionable production plans, ensuring that all pipelines, workflows, approval gates, and schedules are clearly communicated and understood by the team. Lead the planning and execution of all aspects of the art delivery pipeline within Unreal Engine 5, including asset creation, optimization, and integration. Collaborate with the Technical Art Director, Animation Director, Design Director, and Production Director to define project requirements and establish clear workflows. Develop and maintain detailed production schedules, ensuring that deadlines are met and resources are allocated effectively. Identify potential challenges or bottlenecks in the art production process and propose solutions to optimize efficiency and productivity. Manage communication between the art team and other departments, facilitating cross-functional collaboration and ensuring alignment with project goals. Provide regular progress updates to the Executive Producer and other stakeholders, highlighting achievements, challenges, and any necessary adjustments to the production plan. Make informed compromises to the artistic vision and quality when necessary to ensure timely delivery within available time and resource constraints. Oversee the selection of outsource partners for art production, ensuring alignment with project requirements, quality standards, and budget constraints. Oversee the briefing of outsource partners on project requirements, providing guidance and reference materials to facilitate accurate deliverables. Facilitate the review and feedback process for all returned deliverables from outsource partners, ensuring alignment with project specifications and maintaining overall quality standards. Determine the optimum balance between in-house creation of content and outsourced creation of content. Determine and optimize the balance between in-house creation of content and outsourced creation of content, establishing effective processes and workflows to streamline collaboration with external partners, considering factors such as resource availability, project timelines, and budget constraints. REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in Art, Project or Production Management, or a related field. Proven experience in a similar role within the video game development industry, with a strong understanding of Unreal Engine 5 and related tools. Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and adapt to changing requirements. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. Familiarity with art production software and tools. A strategic mindset, with the ability to anticipate potential issues and proactively implement solutions. Leadership qualities, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve their best work. A passion for video games and a deep understanding of game development processes PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working with third-person shooter games or similar action-oriented genres. Knowledge of 3D modelling, texturing, rigging, and animation techniques. Previous experience managing outsourced art production pipelines. Familiarity with Agile or other project management methodologies. GUNZILLA OFFERS Unlimited Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Flexible Working Work from Home Health Insurance Bonuses English / German Courses Public Transportation Relocation & Accommodation Support Office Perks & Gym Membership Some benefits may vary depending on Location & position COME AS YOU ARE Videogames are for everyone, so everyone should have the opportunity to create them. We're looking for a huge variety of unique life experiences to help shape the worlds we're developing, so promise your application will be given the same consideration as everyone else's, regardless of your background. THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS Here's what you can expect when applying at Gunzilla. Click on "Apply Here" on the page of the role and send us your CV via email. If selected to move to the next stage, you'll be contacted by a member of our recruitment team. Some roles require a competency test, which the recruitment team will support you on. Zoom interviews will be conducted by your hiring manager, or you'll be invited to meet us at our recruiting studio. Following your interview, we'll contact you either way. If the interview went well but we feel you aren't suited to the specific role, we'll retain your details (with your permission) for future consideration.
May 16, 2024
Full time
ABOUT GUNZILLA GAMES Founded in 2020, Gunzilla Games is the independent AAA video game developer and publisher behind the free-to-play mobile game TECHNOCORE, the gamer-first blockchain GUNZ, and the upcoming next-gen battle royale Off The Grid, in three metropolitan locations: Frankfurt, Germany (HQ); Kyiv, Ukraine; and London, UK. The company is helmed by CEO Vlad Korolov and CSO Alexander Zoll. Gunzilla is built on the desire to innovate and push the limits of the games industry. Gunzilla's formidable team of talent comes from a variety of industry-leading studios and publishers (Ubisoft, Electronic Arts (EA), THQ, etc.) as well as Oscar-nominated screenwriter, director, and producer Neill Blomkamp, Chief Visionary Officer, and the author of the Altered Carbon series, which has been adapted into a popular Netflix show, Richard K. Morgan, Script Writer. The Gunzilla Leadership team includes well-known industry professionals like Timur Davidenko, Chief Technology Officer (Far Cry, Warface, and Crysis) , Scott Probin, Studio Director (EA Sports' NHL series , the Need for Speed franchise , Populous 2, Powermonger, Space Hulk), Dmitriy Markov, Technical Director (Metro Exodus, ARKTIKA.1) , Volodymyr Savin, Audio Director (Cut the Rope, Metro Exodus, HBO's Chernobyl series ) , Petr Cherkes, Design Director ( The Last of Us, Uncharted 3, Star Wars: The Old Republic ), Krasimir Nechevski, Animation Director ( Adam, Book of the Dead ), Nikolas Gekko, Lead Art Director, ( Call of Duty: WWII, Halo Infinite, Destiny ) and Kiran Pulicheri, Technical Art Director ( Control, Far Cry 6). OUR VALUES Players First & Foremost . We aim to create titles that players love and get lost in, so our games are developed with them in mind from the start. We Believe in Our People. We believe in building strong teams of self-motivated individuals empowered to work at their best in a supportive environment; when we're strong together, we thrive together. Commitment to Engagement & Quality . We are deeply passionate about what we do, ensuring we produce next-generation experiences of the highest calibre. Make Bold Moves & Innovate. We strive to make bold moves and push technology to its limits; there are no wrong steps if the outcome redefines the boundaries. Open & Honest. We believe in building trust through transparency and honest communication. We're proud of who we are, what we stand for, and what we're building. ABOUT THE JOB Gunzilla Games is seeking a highly skilled and organized Art Production Director to join our team in the development of a new IP, third-person shooter video game utilizing Unreal Engine 5. The Art Production Director will work alongside and collaborate closely with our existing Visual Art Director to ensure the seamless execution of the artistic vision within the constraints of time and resources. This role requires proficiency in Unreal Engine 5 and related art production tools, as well as strong project management skills and the ability to make informed compromises without sacrificing quality. RESPONSIBILITIES Work closely with the Visual Art Director to translate the artistic vision into actionable production plans, ensuring that all pipelines, workflows, approval gates, and schedules are clearly communicated and understood by the team. Lead the planning and execution of all aspects of the art delivery pipeline within Unreal Engine 5, including asset creation, optimization, and integration. Collaborate with the Technical Art Director, Animation Director, Design Director, and Production Director to define project requirements and establish clear workflows. Develop and maintain detailed production schedules, ensuring that deadlines are met and resources are allocated effectively. Identify potential challenges or bottlenecks in the art production process and propose solutions to optimize efficiency and productivity. Manage communication between the art team and other departments, facilitating cross-functional collaboration and ensuring alignment with project goals. Provide regular progress updates to the Executive Producer and other stakeholders, highlighting achievements, challenges, and any necessary adjustments to the production plan. Make informed compromises to the artistic vision and quality when necessary to ensure timely delivery within available time and resource constraints. Oversee the selection of outsource partners for art production, ensuring alignment with project requirements, quality standards, and budget constraints. Oversee the briefing of outsource partners on project requirements, providing guidance and reference materials to facilitate accurate deliverables. Facilitate the review and feedback process for all returned deliverables from outsource partners, ensuring alignment with project specifications and maintaining overall quality standards. Determine the optimum balance between in-house creation of content and outsourced creation of content. Determine and optimize the balance between in-house creation of content and outsourced creation of content, establishing effective processes and workflows to streamline collaboration with external partners, considering factors such as resource availability, project timelines, and budget constraints. REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in Art, Project or Production Management, or a related field. Proven experience in a similar role within the video game development industry, with a strong understanding of Unreal Engine 5 and related tools. Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and adapt to changing requirements. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. Familiarity with art production software and tools. A strategic mindset, with the ability to anticipate potential issues and proactively implement solutions. Leadership qualities, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve their best work. A passion for video games and a deep understanding of game development processes PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working with third-person shooter games or similar action-oriented genres. Knowledge of 3D modelling, texturing, rigging, and animation techniques. Previous experience managing outsourced art production pipelines. Familiarity with Agile or other project management methodologies. GUNZILLA OFFERS Unlimited Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Flexible Working Work from Home Health Insurance Bonuses English / German Courses Public Transportation Relocation & Accommodation Support Office Perks & Gym Membership Some benefits may vary depending on Location & position COME AS YOU ARE Videogames are for everyone, so everyone should have the opportunity to create them. We're looking for a huge variety of unique life experiences to help shape the worlds we're developing, so promise your application will be given the same consideration as everyone else's, regardless of your background. THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS Here's what you can expect when applying at Gunzilla. Click on "Apply Here" on the page of the role and send us your CV via email. If selected to move to the next stage, you'll be contacted by a member of our recruitment team. Some roles require a competency test, which the recruitment team will support you on. Zoom interviews will be conducted by your hiring manager, or you'll be invited to meet us at our recruiting studio. Following your interview, we'll contact you either way. If the interview went well but we feel you aren't suited to the specific role, we'll retain your details (with your permission) for future consideration.
Sales engineer The Role The position of the Sales Engineer is to develop sales leads and see all projects from beginning to end to ensure client satisfaction at all stages of sale. Responsible for the sales to end users and consultants for the company's range of boilers and ancillaries. Working with clients across a broad range of sectors including oil and gas, pharmaceutical, food and beverage. Develop long-term relationships with clients, through managing and interpreting their requirements. Produce quotations on company quoting system (Quote Writer). To follow up enquiries in a timely manner. Ensure all sales meet company profit margin required. Liaise with Managing Director and maintain clear communication with sales manager. Obtain prices from 3rd parties i.e burners, transport etc. Liaise with technical department. Work closely with installation companies. Provide full after care and follow up Attend meetings and occasional site visits Any Ad hoc Duties. Skills & Qualifications Must have mechanical knowledge within steam, process, or other thermal engineering related environment. A strong communicator with the ability to multi task and manage multiple leads/quotes effectively and efficiently. Team Player with Flexibility and enthusiasm. Methodical, organised, and pro-active. Ability to converse with all levels of personnel. Computer literate Current driving license valid in the UK. Must have permanent residence & be allowed to work in the UK. Working Conditions This is a full-time role with an hour for lunch. Hours of work are 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Thursday and 9 am to 4.30 pm Friday. 28 days holiday inclusive of b/h This is an office-based role. Pay is dependent upon experience. Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited phone number removed acts as an Employment Agency.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Sales engineer The Role The position of the Sales Engineer is to develop sales leads and see all projects from beginning to end to ensure client satisfaction at all stages of sale. Responsible for the sales to end users and consultants for the company's range of boilers and ancillaries. Working with clients across a broad range of sectors including oil and gas, pharmaceutical, food and beverage. Develop long-term relationships with clients, through managing and interpreting their requirements. Produce quotations on company quoting system (Quote Writer). To follow up enquiries in a timely manner. Ensure all sales meet company profit margin required. Liaise with Managing Director and maintain clear communication with sales manager. Obtain prices from 3rd parties i.e burners, transport etc. Liaise with technical department. Work closely with installation companies. Provide full after care and follow up Attend meetings and occasional site visits Any Ad hoc Duties. Skills & Qualifications Must have mechanical knowledge within steam, process, or other thermal engineering related environment. A strong communicator with the ability to multi task and manage multiple leads/quotes effectively and efficiently. Team Player with Flexibility and enthusiasm. Methodical, organised, and pro-active. Ability to converse with all levels of personnel. Computer literate Current driving license valid in the UK. Must have permanent residence & be allowed to work in the UK. Working Conditions This is a full-time role with an hour for lunch. Hours of work are 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Thursday and 9 am to 4.30 pm Friday. 28 days holiday inclusive of b/h This is an office-based role. Pay is dependent upon experience. Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited phone number removed acts as an Employment Agency.
FOR GERMAN WRITING EXPERTS ONLY Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers? How it works: We have several open projects where we are looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers. You can work on all of our projects remotely. Hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you. Your earnings from ongoing projects are sent out weekly. We offer flexible hours (1 - 20+) You Will: Work on various writing in German projects to train generative AI models. Some examples of projects you might work on: Rank a series of responses that were produced by an AI model. Based on a given topic, write a short story about that topic. Assess whether a piece of text produced by an AI model is factually accurate or not. Preferred Qualifications: These are NOT must-have qualifications! You should apply if you meet any of these (or anything similar you think makes you a good fit). Professional Translator Enrollment or completion of an undergraduate program in a humanities field or field related to writing Enrollment or completion in a graduate program related to creative writing Experience writing professionally (copywriter, journalist, technical writer, editor, etc.) Earnings & Duration: Base Pay Rate: from $22-$29 per hour Location: Remote (Globally) PREFERRED: Germany or In the United States Duration: Variable depending on project length, flexible hours This opportunity involves contracting for Smart Ecosystem, Inc. Base pay is determined by multiple factors, including the area of expertise, years of experience, and skillset needed for the project. Pay rates vary during the project lifecycle. For example, rates for onboarding are lower. PLEASE NOTE : We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data.
May 16, 2024
Full time
FOR GERMAN WRITING EXPERTS ONLY Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers? How it works: We have several open projects where we are looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers. You can work on all of our projects remotely. Hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you. Your earnings from ongoing projects are sent out weekly. We offer flexible hours (1 - 20+) You Will: Work on various writing in German projects to train generative AI models. Some examples of projects you might work on: Rank a series of responses that were produced by an AI model. Based on a given topic, write a short story about that topic. Assess whether a piece of text produced by an AI model is factually accurate or not. Preferred Qualifications: These are NOT must-have qualifications! You should apply if you meet any of these (or anything similar you think makes you a good fit). Professional Translator Enrollment or completion of an undergraduate program in a humanities field or field related to writing Enrollment or completion in a graduate program related to creative writing Experience writing professionally (copywriter, journalist, technical writer, editor, etc.) Earnings & Duration: Base Pay Rate: from $22-$29 per hour Location: Remote (Globally) PREFERRED: Germany or In the United States Duration: Variable depending on project length, flexible hours This opportunity involves contracting for Smart Ecosystem, Inc. Base pay is determined by multiple factors, including the area of expertise, years of experience, and skillset needed for the project. Pay rates vary during the project lifecycle. For example, rates for onboarding are lower. PLEASE NOTE : We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data.
Segment Lead - Pricing & Underwriting London / Leeds - hybrid We are looking to recruit a Segment Lead within our Pricing & Underwriting Chapter. About Us At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field, we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. Pricing and Underwriting is a complicated world, where historical data, geospatial information, and mathematical models meet talented analysts. Pricing our products is a fine line between balancing our business goals and customer needs. That's why our pricers and underwriters are the best of the best. They reduce risk and predict future events ensuring our business can continue to grow whilst each and every one of our consumers gets the best price. What you'll be doing Our mission is to be a best-in-class function. And, to be the best of the best we need exceptional people. This is where your expertise comes into play, joining our Motor Manufacturing Tribe who are responsible for setting the risk cost for motor policies. You'll utilise your experience within the UK Motor insurance industry reviewing and proposing pricing change to our portfolio from the perspective of segments. These are some of the activities you'll be involved in; Monitoring market trends to ensure emerging risks are reflected in pricing and underwriting Monitoring our competitiveness by rating factor and customer segments to manage risk of selection and find growth opportunities Reviewing our claims costs by rating factor and customer segment to ensure our risk cost for motor policies are accurate Responsibility for underwriting footprint What we are looking for We are keen to meet enthusiastic, passionate and curious individuals, and are open to hear from those with specialisms of either pricing or underwriting, key is your breath of experience and understanding across both areas. Previous experience within UK motor, personal lines Previously managed a portfolio on a segmental basis, with demonstratable experience of making pricing adjustments as needed and able to demonstrate their impact Comfortable with Underwriting, taking action on a portfolio based on footprint Knowledge and understanding of technical pricing with the ability to interpret and make recommendations from the outcome of predictive models Ability to inspire and engage colleagues to do their best work every day, with a strong external network to bring in best practise and new concepts to DLG. What we'll give you: We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our people and the wide variety of perspectives and life experiences they bring. That's why we offer excellent benefits to suit your lifestyle and a flexible working model combining the best parts of home and office-working, varying with the nature of your role. Core benefits include: 9% employer contributed pension 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Up to 20% annual bonus 30 days holiday + bank holidays Private medical insurance for yourself EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way. Buy as you earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Plus many more Read our flexible working approach here. Be yourself We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any reasonable adjustments within this recruitment process, please reach out to us and we can discuss how we can support you with this. There's no-one else like you. No-one with the exact same mix of strengths, quirks, skills, and thoughts. That's why you could belong here. As part of a team, in a place that empowers you to be the best you can be. We're proud of who we are, of what we do, and what every one of us brings. Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people.We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. Join us. Help us keep innovating and putting customers at the heart of everything. To be an insurance company of the future. When we work together, we can all achieve great things. Inspiring, challenging, and supporting each other to aim higher. Together we're one of a kind.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Segment Lead - Pricing & Underwriting London / Leeds - hybrid We are looking to recruit a Segment Lead within our Pricing & Underwriting Chapter. About Us At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field, we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. Pricing and Underwriting is a complicated world, where historical data, geospatial information, and mathematical models meet talented analysts. Pricing our products is a fine line between balancing our business goals and customer needs. That's why our pricers and underwriters are the best of the best. They reduce risk and predict future events ensuring our business can continue to grow whilst each and every one of our consumers gets the best price. What you'll be doing Our mission is to be a best-in-class function. And, to be the best of the best we need exceptional people. This is where your expertise comes into play, joining our Motor Manufacturing Tribe who are responsible for setting the risk cost for motor policies. You'll utilise your experience within the UK Motor insurance industry reviewing and proposing pricing change to our portfolio from the perspective of segments. These are some of the activities you'll be involved in; Monitoring market trends to ensure emerging risks are reflected in pricing and underwriting Monitoring our competitiveness by rating factor and customer segments to manage risk of selection and find growth opportunities Reviewing our claims costs by rating factor and customer segment to ensure our risk cost for motor policies are accurate Responsibility for underwriting footprint What we are looking for We are keen to meet enthusiastic, passionate and curious individuals, and are open to hear from those with specialisms of either pricing or underwriting, key is your breath of experience and understanding across both areas. Previous experience within UK motor, personal lines Previously managed a portfolio on a segmental basis, with demonstratable experience of making pricing adjustments as needed and able to demonstrate their impact Comfortable with Underwriting, taking action on a portfolio based on footprint Knowledge and understanding of technical pricing with the ability to interpret and make recommendations from the outcome of predictive models Ability to inspire and engage colleagues to do their best work every day, with a strong external network to bring in best practise and new concepts to DLG. What we'll give you: We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our people and the wide variety of perspectives and life experiences they bring. That's why we offer excellent benefits to suit your lifestyle and a flexible working model combining the best parts of home and office-working, varying with the nature of your role. Core benefits include: 9% employer contributed pension 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Up to 20% annual bonus 30 days holiday + bank holidays Private medical insurance for yourself EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way. Buy as you earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Plus many more Read our flexible working approach here. Be yourself We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any reasonable adjustments within this recruitment process, please reach out to us and we can discuss how we can support you with this. There's no-one else like you. No-one with the exact same mix of strengths, quirks, skills, and thoughts. That's why you could belong here. As part of a team, in a place that empowers you to be the best you can be. We're proud of who we are, of what we do, and what every one of us brings. Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people.We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. Join us. Help us keep innovating and putting customers at the heart of everything. To be an insurance company of the future. When we work together, we can all achieve great things. Inspiring, challenging, and supporting each other to aim higher. Together we're one of a kind.
Job Title: Home Underwriter / Senior Home Underwriter Locations: Manchester, Whitstable, Chelmsford, London, (Hybrid working) Role Overview To support the Product Head in delivering the agreed business plan. Provide Product and Technical support both internally and externally. Key Responsibilities Support the Product Head in the Management of key broker accounts and other agreed key business relationships, to maintain and develop profitable accounts, and to explore any product opportunities and resolve issues that exist. To research the market, through broker research, media and personal contacts, so as to remain up to date on all developing issues and opportunities to report to the Product Head. Nurture broker relationships to meet the needs of the business plan. Understand underwriting performance metrics to enable collation and presentation of key broker information to the Product Head at agreed intervals and dealing with ad-hoc requests relating to products, pricing and MI. To investigate and respond to internal and external queries in relation to underwriting referrals and policy issues. Encourage internal collaboration with relevant departments. Actively promote Group brands. Represent the division internally or externally if required with the Product Head and/or Divisional Head. To manage, maintain and review the product range to ensure they remain current, competitive, compliant and able to meet business targets in respect of allocated accounts and/or schemes. Management of key accounts and other agreed key business relationships, to maintain and develop profitable accounts, and to explore any product opportunities and resolve issues that exist. About You Commercial awareness, process awareness. Experience within home insurance market. Understand key performance indicators. Work well within a team environment as well as able to self-motivate and use initiative. Good knowledge of Excel functions. Good communication skills. Data analysis including presentation of observations and proposed actions. Knowledge of SAS software would be beneficial
May 16, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Home Underwriter / Senior Home Underwriter Locations: Manchester, Whitstable, Chelmsford, London, (Hybrid working) Role Overview To support the Product Head in delivering the agreed business plan. Provide Product and Technical support both internally and externally. Key Responsibilities Support the Product Head in the Management of key broker accounts and other agreed key business relationships, to maintain and develop profitable accounts, and to explore any product opportunities and resolve issues that exist. To research the market, through broker research, media and personal contacts, so as to remain up to date on all developing issues and opportunities to report to the Product Head. Nurture broker relationships to meet the needs of the business plan. Understand underwriting performance metrics to enable collation and presentation of key broker information to the Product Head at agreed intervals and dealing with ad-hoc requests relating to products, pricing and MI. To investigate and respond to internal and external queries in relation to underwriting referrals and policy issues. Encourage internal collaboration with relevant departments. Actively promote Group brands. Represent the division internally or externally if required with the Product Head and/or Divisional Head. To manage, maintain and review the product range to ensure they remain current, competitive, compliant and able to meet business targets in respect of allocated accounts and/or schemes. Management of key accounts and other agreed key business relationships, to maintain and develop profitable accounts, and to explore any product opportunities and resolve issues that exist. About You Commercial awareness, process awareness. Experience within home insurance market. Understand key performance indicators. Work well within a team environment as well as able to self-motivate and use initiative. Good knowledge of Excel functions. Good communication skills. Data analysis including presentation of observations and proposed actions. Knowledge of SAS software would be beneficial
Pricing Practitioner Hybrid Let's make the most of your talent Join us as a Pricing Practitioner within our Pricing & Underwriting Chapter , w hether it's optimisation, trading, retail or risk pricing or even data science, we've got an opportunity for you. About Us: At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field, we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. Pricing and Underwriting is a complicated world, where historical data, geospatial information, and mathematical models meet talented analysts. Pricing our products is a fine line between balancing our business goals and customer needs. That's why our pricers and underwriters are the best of the best. They reduce risk and predict future events ensuring our business can continue to grow whilst each and every one of our consumers gets the best price. What you'll be doing: Working in an agile way means you'll take charge early on , soak up new experiences and most importantly your ideas will shape what we do - making a positive impact on our customers lives. W e'll utilise your skills where they are most needed whilst also giving you to opportunity to build and grow the breadth of your expertise . You'll join one of our various tribes (home, motor, pet, travel etc.) and complete your work day to day within one of our squads focusing on a key area of pricing. Support the delivery of your squad's pricing & underwriting objectives Improve DLG's pricing performance and longer-term capability whilst maintaining pricing & underwriting discipline Use your technical and analytical skills to develop innovative solutions to challenging problems Perform pricing tasks to help your squad achieve it's objectives and support colleagues when needed with their work Engage in the wider Pricing & Underwriting community Take ownership of projects and developing your skillset utilising the tools and network around you We are open to a range of insurance pricing backgrounds and if successful at interview you'll be placed into anyone of our tribes; Motor Manufacturing, Motor Retail, Pet, Travel, Private, Darwin, Rescue or Home. What we are looking for: Previous pricing experience within an insurance pricing role and the ability to work and create in an ever changing environment Knowledge and technical experience within general pricing such as trading, modelling, optimisation etc. Knowledge and/or desire to learn the following software; Radar, Emblem, SAS, SQL, Python Display curiosity and collaboration as well as being an excellent communicator and a good problem solver What we offer: We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle: 9% employer contributed pension 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Up to 10% annual bonus 25 days holiday (rising by 1 each year to 28) + bank holidays and option to buy or sell up to 5 days Additional optional Health and Dental insurance EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way. Buy as you earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Ways of Working Our hybrid model way of working offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office-working, offering flexibility for everyone. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but most colleagues are in 2 days a week, and we'll consider the flexible working options that work best for you. Read our flexible working approach here Be yourself We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any reasonable adjustments within this recruitment process, please reach out to us and we can discuss how we can support you with this. There's no-one else like you. No-one with the exact same mix of strengths, quirks, skills, and thoughts. That's why you could belong here. As part of a team, in a place that empowers you to be the best you can be. We're proud of who we are, of what we do, and what every one of us brings. Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. Join us. Help us keep innovating and putting customers at the heart of everything. To be an insurance company of the future. When we work together, we can all achieve great things. Inspiring, challenging, and supporting each other to aim higher. Together we're one of a kind.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Pricing Practitioner Hybrid Let's make the most of your talent Join us as a Pricing Practitioner within our Pricing & Underwriting Chapter , w hether it's optimisation, trading, retail or risk pricing or even data science, we've got an opportunity for you. About Us: At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field, we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. Pricing and Underwriting is a complicated world, where historical data, geospatial information, and mathematical models meet talented analysts. Pricing our products is a fine line between balancing our business goals and customer needs. That's why our pricers and underwriters are the best of the best. They reduce risk and predict future events ensuring our business can continue to grow whilst each and every one of our consumers gets the best price. What you'll be doing: Working in an agile way means you'll take charge early on , soak up new experiences and most importantly your ideas will shape what we do - making a positive impact on our customers lives. W e'll utilise your skills where they are most needed whilst also giving you to opportunity to build and grow the breadth of your expertise . You'll join one of our various tribes (home, motor, pet, travel etc.) and complete your work day to day within one of our squads focusing on a key area of pricing. Support the delivery of your squad's pricing & underwriting objectives Improve DLG's pricing performance and longer-term capability whilst maintaining pricing & underwriting discipline Use your technical and analytical skills to develop innovative solutions to challenging problems Perform pricing tasks to help your squad achieve it's objectives and support colleagues when needed with their work Engage in the wider Pricing & Underwriting community Take ownership of projects and developing your skillset utilising the tools and network around you We are open to a range of insurance pricing backgrounds and if successful at interview you'll be placed into anyone of our tribes; Motor Manufacturing, Motor Retail, Pet, Travel, Private, Darwin, Rescue or Home. What we are looking for: Previous pricing experience within an insurance pricing role and the ability to work and create in an ever changing environment Knowledge and technical experience within general pricing such as trading, modelling, optimisation etc. Knowledge and/or desire to learn the following software; Radar, Emblem, SAS, SQL, Python Display curiosity and collaboration as well as being an excellent communicator and a good problem solver What we offer: We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle: 9% employer contributed pension 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Up to 10% annual bonus 25 days holiday (rising by 1 each year to 28) + bank holidays and option to buy or sell up to 5 days Additional optional Health and Dental insurance EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way. Buy as you earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Ways of Working Our hybrid model way of working offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office-working, offering flexibility for everyone. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but most colleagues are in 2 days a week, and we'll consider the flexible working options that work best for you. Read our flexible working approach here Be yourself We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any reasonable adjustments within this recruitment process, please reach out to us and we can discuss how we can support you with this. There's no-one else like you. No-one with the exact same mix of strengths, quirks, skills, and thoughts. That's why you could belong here. As part of a team, in a place that empowers you to be the best you can be. We're proud of who we are, of what we do, and what every one of us brings. Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. Join us. Help us keep innovating and putting customers at the heart of everything. To be an insurance company of the future. When we work together, we can all achieve great things. Inspiring, challenging, and supporting each other to aim higher. Together we're one of a kind.
Flint are looking for a Technical Writer/Author with experience within the Telco sector to work on a contracting role with one of our clients in the UK. Location of the role: UK (remotely) Duration: up to 4 months Inside IR35 Responsibilities: Help with internal technical design documentation. Updating customer facing product collateral. Creation of 6 weekly release cycle notes. Review and update of technical quality policy documents with inputs from Confluence documents.
May 16, 2024
Contractor
Flint are looking for a Technical Writer/Author with experience within the Telco sector to work on a contracting role with one of our clients in the UK. Location of the role: UK (remotely) Duration: up to 4 months Inside IR35 Responsibilities: Help with internal technical design documentation. Updating customer facing product collateral. Creation of 6 weekly release cycle notes. Review and update of technical quality policy documents with inputs from Confluence documents.
Job Description Workday Finance Analyst Reporting of the Role This role reports to Workday FINS Technology Lead Overview of job The Workday Finance Analyst will be a key member of our Workday team with a focus supporting the Finance team as part of the Technology Group Applications Team. You will assist with the ongoing maintenance and development of Workday Financials and Adaptive Planning. This individual will require the technical knowledge needed to take on the day-to-day management of Workday and its various partners. 3 best things about the job You will be hands on with Workday Financials and build a deep technical knowledge to apply it to Global's business requirements across a wide range of systems and integrations! You will be working in a face-paced agile Technology environment, part of a growing Group Applications team, ensuring that Finance operate to their maximum potential. The opportunity to be a change agent - the opportunity to change the way that Workday is seen and used across the business! Measures of success - In the first few months, you would have: Developed a knowledge of Global's Business & Teams Got hands access to all Workday Financials functional areas with a key focus on Financial Accounting. Built up a knowledge of the current Workday, Adaptive & PRISM technical architecture & identified areas of improvement Started work on exciting enhancement projects to help take Globals Workday solution to the next level Responsibilities of the role Drive continuous improvement of Globals Workday platforms through combination of resolving incidents & delivering enhancement projects Support day to day system administration; including security, configuration and design of Workday Financials and Adaptive Insights. Maintain and develop business process across all of Workday Financials and functional areas. Develop and maintain reporting solutions using both report writer and PRISM Analytics. Support Workday Financials & Adaptive Planning configurations for Budgeting and Forecasting Stay current with industry trends and best practices to identify system improvements and enhancements. Provide support to end-users of the Workday platforms through our ServiceNow Support portal, answering inquiries, resolving issues, and following through on any reported or unresolved issues ensuring a timely and reliable response. Partner with the finance community to design & execute enhancement projects; holding requirements gathering sessions with finance, documenting the 'as is' problems & 'to be' solutions with quantifiable measures, and delivering the identified solutions. Collaborating closely with both our CVS partner and Workday (as appropriate and required) directly and overseeing tickets to conclusion while ensuring accurate change management / testing protocol is followed. Collaborate with our BrightSparks community, end-users & senior Finance members to assess business needs and translate those needs into effective streamline technical solutions that promote user adoptions. Collaborate with your Workday HCM colleagues (same team) to cross pollinate knowledge & aork to the common goal of helping deliver an optimised Workday platform Hands on with the bi-annual compulsory releases, implement new functionality and ensuring a successful delivery is always achieved through diligent planning and testing of processes, configuration and integrations. What you will need The ideal candidate will be proactive and willing to develop and implement innovative solutions, capable of the following: Fully Qualified accountant mandatory with 2+ years Workday Financials experience. Expert in Workday Financials configuration, implementation, and maintenance with a key focus on Financial Accounting. Competent with Workday Reporting, security, and business processes. Solid understanding of all finance processes , including Financial Accounting, FP&A, AR & AP, Tax with a key focus on Financial Accounting Ability to think holistically across technology & function; People, Process & System combined A continuous improvement mentality ; "better today than yesterday" Passion for delivering solution s that are "simple, standard & automated" Proven track record of delivering the design & execution of Workday enhancement projects ; holding requirements gathering sessions with finance, documenting the 'as is' problems & 'to be' solutions with quantifiable measures, and delivering the identified solutions. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively with colleagues Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment Everyone is welcome at Global Just like our media and entertainment platforms are for everyone, so are our workplaces. We know that we can't possibly serve our diverse audiences without first nurturing and celebrating it in our people and that's why we work hard to create an inclusive culture for everyone. We believe that diversity will set us apart, so no matter what you look like, where you come from or what your favourite radio station is, we want to hear from you. We will always seek to make appropriate adjustments to the recruitment process and workplace to be fully inclusive to people with different needs and working styles. If you require us to make any reasonable adjustments for you or to disclose a condition, please email .
May 16, 2024
Full time
Job Description Workday Finance Analyst Reporting of the Role This role reports to Workday FINS Technology Lead Overview of job The Workday Finance Analyst will be a key member of our Workday team with a focus supporting the Finance team as part of the Technology Group Applications Team. You will assist with the ongoing maintenance and development of Workday Financials and Adaptive Planning. This individual will require the technical knowledge needed to take on the day-to-day management of Workday and its various partners. 3 best things about the job You will be hands on with Workday Financials and build a deep technical knowledge to apply it to Global's business requirements across a wide range of systems and integrations! You will be working in a face-paced agile Technology environment, part of a growing Group Applications team, ensuring that Finance operate to their maximum potential. The opportunity to be a change agent - the opportunity to change the way that Workday is seen and used across the business! Measures of success - In the first few months, you would have: Developed a knowledge of Global's Business & Teams Got hands access to all Workday Financials functional areas with a key focus on Financial Accounting. Built up a knowledge of the current Workday, Adaptive & PRISM technical architecture & identified areas of improvement Started work on exciting enhancement projects to help take Globals Workday solution to the next level Responsibilities of the role Drive continuous improvement of Globals Workday platforms through combination of resolving incidents & delivering enhancement projects Support day to day system administration; including security, configuration and design of Workday Financials and Adaptive Insights. Maintain and develop business process across all of Workday Financials and functional areas. Develop and maintain reporting solutions using both report writer and PRISM Analytics. Support Workday Financials & Adaptive Planning configurations for Budgeting and Forecasting Stay current with industry trends and best practices to identify system improvements and enhancements. Provide support to end-users of the Workday platforms through our ServiceNow Support portal, answering inquiries, resolving issues, and following through on any reported or unresolved issues ensuring a timely and reliable response. Partner with the finance community to design & execute enhancement projects; holding requirements gathering sessions with finance, documenting the 'as is' problems & 'to be' solutions with quantifiable measures, and delivering the identified solutions. Collaborating closely with both our CVS partner and Workday (as appropriate and required) directly and overseeing tickets to conclusion while ensuring accurate change management / testing protocol is followed. Collaborate with our BrightSparks community, end-users & senior Finance members to assess business needs and translate those needs into effective streamline technical solutions that promote user adoptions. Collaborate with your Workday HCM colleagues (same team) to cross pollinate knowledge & aork to the common goal of helping deliver an optimised Workday platform Hands on with the bi-annual compulsory releases, implement new functionality and ensuring a successful delivery is always achieved through diligent planning and testing of processes, configuration and integrations. What you will need The ideal candidate will be proactive and willing to develop and implement innovative solutions, capable of the following: Fully Qualified accountant mandatory with 2+ years Workday Financials experience. Expert in Workday Financials configuration, implementation, and maintenance with a key focus on Financial Accounting. Competent with Workday Reporting, security, and business processes. Solid understanding of all finance processes , including Financial Accounting, FP&A, AR & AP, Tax with a key focus on Financial Accounting Ability to think holistically across technology & function; People, Process & System combined A continuous improvement mentality ; "better today than yesterday" Passion for delivering solution s that are "simple, standard & automated" Proven track record of delivering the design & execution of Workday enhancement projects ; holding requirements gathering sessions with finance, documenting the 'as is' problems & 'to be' solutions with quantifiable measures, and delivering the identified solutions. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively with colleagues Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment Everyone is welcome at Global Just like our media and entertainment platforms are for everyone, so are our workplaces. We know that we can't possibly serve our diverse audiences without first nurturing and celebrating it in our people and that's why we work hard to create an inclusive culture for everyone. We believe that diversity will set us apart, so no matter what you look like, where you come from or what your favourite radio station is, we want to hear from you. We will always seek to make appropriate adjustments to the recruitment process and workplace to be fully inclusive to people with different needs and working styles. If you require us to make any reasonable adjustments for you or to disclose a condition, please email .
Are you customer focussed and do you want to be the voice for our customer to ensure we successfully procure projects? We are looking to recruit a Preconstruction Project Manager to join our Midlands team. You will work in an agile way depending on the demands of the role working from our office in central Birmingham, home and attending customer meetings mainly across the West Midlands. Reporting to our Preconstruction Manager, the successful candidate will demonstrate true leadership and manage the delivery of successful bids, on time, within budget and to the highest quality, ensuring our customers' expectations are met and, wherever possible, exceeded. With a proven track record of successful projects, you will be responsible for leading both single and two-stage tenders for projects ranging in value from 10m to 100m across a range of sectors, including Homes, Education, Leisure, Commercial, Blue Light and Health. At Willmott Dixon we operate through several frameworks, allowing for a greater probability of seeing your hard work come to life. As a Preconstruction Project Manager, you will be responsible for: Motivating and leading a bid team that includes both internal (estimators, design professionals, MEP professionals, bid writers and planners) and often external (supply chain and consultants) resource Coordinating inception workshops with our customers and use your proven listening skills to ensure we truly understand our customers 'Why?', gaining vital information that will enable your bid team to go the extra mile Managing the customers' expectations through informal and formal 'health checks', adopting a professional and considerate approach to maintain good working relations Developing and incorporating project strategies to achieve the company's sustainability objectives Ensuring regular monitoring and reporting on progress, managing potential risks and opportunities, and instigating pre-emptive and corrective actions as required Maintaining continuous professional development of yourself and your team to ensure appropriate technical awareness, implementing best practice and driving continuous improvement Maintaining a 'one team' approach throughout to create a seamless transition from preconstruction to operations Essential and Desirable Criteria For this multifaceted role, you will need proven experience of: Exceptional leadership skills Excellent time management skills Communication skills A technical understanding of complex construction schemes Experience of delivering outstanding customer and stakeholder service and management Desirable skills: A construction related degree CIOB membership or equivalent Experience of working on bids in a variety of construction sectors Additional Information Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and will consider flexible and agile working. We are a disability confident employer. Benefits: In return we reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, full / heavily discounted private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. About Us With 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose beyond profit is to deliver brilliant buildings, transform lives, strengthen communities, and enhance the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and trusted privately owned business where our people can thrive. Construction is changing and we are at the forefront of that change. Pioneering new ways to build, innovating the way construction is viewed and establishing ourselves as one of the top employers in any industry. It truly is an amazing company in one of the most exciting industries with a vast array of professional career paths. Willmott Dixon has just been awarded No 1 in the Best "Big" Companies (2022) to work for and already holds the Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2022 and is the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
May 15, 2024
Full time
Are you customer focussed and do you want to be the voice for our customer to ensure we successfully procure projects? We are looking to recruit a Preconstruction Project Manager to join our Midlands team. You will work in an agile way depending on the demands of the role working from our office in central Birmingham, home and attending customer meetings mainly across the West Midlands. Reporting to our Preconstruction Manager, the successful candidate will demonstrate true leadership and manage the delivery of successful bids, on time, within budget and to the highest quality, ensuring our customers' expectations are met and, wherever possible, exceeded. With a proven track record of successful projects, you will be responsible for leading both single and two-stage tenders for projects ranging in value from 10m to 100m across a range of sectors, including Homes, Education, Leisure, Commercial, Blue Light and Health. At Willmott Dixon we operate through several frameworks, allowing for a greater probability of seeing your hard work come to life. As a Preconstruction Project Manager, you will be responsible for: Motivating and leading a bid team that includes both internal (estimators, design professionals, MEP professionals, bid writers and planners) and often external (supply chain and consultants) resource Coordinating inception workshops with our customers and use your proven listening skills to ensure we truly understand our customers 'Why?', gaining vital information that will enable your bid team to go the extra mile Managing the customers' expectations through informal and formal 'health checks', adopting a professional and considerate approach to maintain good working relations Developing and incorporating project strategies to achieve the company's sustainability objectives Ensuring regular monitoring and reporting on progress, managing potential risks and opportunities, and instigating pre-emptive and corrective actions as required Maintaining continuous professional development of yourself and your team to ensure appropriate technical awareness, implementing best practice and driving continuous improvement Maintaining a 'one team' approach throughout to create a seamless transition from preconstruction to operations Essential and Desirable Criteria For this multifaceted role, you will need proven experience of: Exceptional leadership skills Excellent time management skills Communication skills A technical understanding of complex construction schemes Experience of delivering outstanding customer and stakeholder service and management Desirable skills: A construction related degree CIOB membership or equivalent Experience of working on bids in a variety of construction sectors Additional Information Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and will consider flexible and agile working. We are a disability confident employer. Benefits: In return we reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, full / heavily discounted private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. About Us With 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose beyond profit is to deliver brilliant buildings, transform lives, strengthen communities, and enhance the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and trusted privately owned business where our people can thrive. Construction is changing and we are at the forefront of that change. Pioneering new ways to build, innovating the way construction is viewed and establishing ourselves as one of the top employers in any industry. It truly is an amazing company in one of the most exciting industries with a vast array of professional career paths. Willmott Dixon has just been awarded No 1 in the Best "Big" Companies (2022) to work for and already holds the Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2022 and is the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Pricing Developer - Radar Hybrid Let's make the most of your talent. Join our Pricing & Underwriting Chapter in a unique role as a Pricing Developer (Radar). This is a permanent position with the opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in the UK, with ad-hoc travel to our hubs in Leeds and London. About Us: At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field, we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. Pricing and Underwriting is a complicated world, where historical data, geospatial information, and mathematical models meet talented analysts. Pricing our products is a fine line between balancing our business goals and customer needs. That's why our pricers and underwriters are the best of the best. They reduce risk and predict future events ensuring our business can continue to grow whilst each and every one of our consumers gets the best price. What you'll be doing: As a valued member of our team, you'll contribute to the development of the pricing strategy for Personal Lines through accurately and efficiently implementing and deploying changes to the Radar rating algorithm and rating tables. By doing so, you will ensure commercial viability and align with our business objectives. We are set up in an agile structure which means you'll take charge early on, soak up new experiences and most importantly you'll positively influence and shape what we do - making an impact on our customers lives. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with the team to provide an innovative and effective delivery service for our Insurance Rating System, focusing on change deployment in our Personal Lines Business. Make recommendations to enhance rating efficiency and long-term pricing delivery capabilities, encompassing both testing and deployment. Take ownership of building, maintaining, and monitoring production algorithms and documentation in Radar to support our business. Develop and maintain pre- and post-live testing processes to ensure accuracy. Engage with various stakeholders, including change, testing, product owners, and pricing analysts, to ensure alignment with the rating strategy. Participate in technical discussions to meet business needs and timelines while adhering to request requirements and governance. Identify and manage risks associated with the role, adhering to the company risk framework. Communicate any price, model, or data issues promptly and recommend appropriate remedial actions. Engage in the wider Pricing & Underwriting community and influence tribe objectives and priorities Support other colleagues with their work and development, building the overall squad capability What we are looking for Solid knowledge of Radar software by WTW and experience in building, developing, and testing algorithms. Previous experience in a similar role within insurance Familiarity with programming languages and software such as SQL, SAS Python, Tableau. Proficiency in defect management, including root cause analysis, design, and deployment of solutions. Ability to define and execute test strategies to minimize the risk of errors. Proficient in interpreting XML files. Experience in monitoring performance and driving continuous improvement of algorithms. Analytical mindset, inquisitive nature, strong communication skills, and a high level of numeracy What we offer: We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle: 9% employer contributed pension 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Up to 10% annual bonus 25 days holiday (rising by 1 each year to 28) + bank holidays and option to buy or sell up to 5 days Additional optional Health and Dental insurance EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way. Buy as you earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Plus many more Ways of Working Our hybrid model way of working offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office-working, offering flexibility for everyone. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but most colleagues are in 2 days a week, and we'll consider the flexible working options that work best for you. Read our flexible working approach here Be yourself We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any reasonable adjustments within this recruitment process, please reach out to us and we can discuss how we can support you with this. There's no-one else like you. No-one with the exact same mix of strengths, quirks, skills, and thoughts. That's why you could belong here. As part of a team, in a place that empowers you to be the best you can be. We're proud of who we are, of what we do, and what every one of us brings. Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. Join us . Help us keep innovating and putting customers at the heart of everything. To be an insurance company of the future. When we work together, we can all achieve great things. Inspiring, challenging, and supporting each other to aim higher. Together we're one of a kind.
May 14, 2024
Full time
Pricing Developer - Radar Hybrid Let's make the most of your talent. Join our Pricing & Underwriting Chapter in a unique role as a Pricing Developer (Radar). This is a permanent position with the opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in the UK, with ad-hoc travel to our hubs in Leeds and London. About Us: At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field, we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. Pricing and Underwriting is a complicated world, where historical data, geospatial information, and mathematical models meet talented analysts. Pricing our products is a fine line between balancing our business goals and customer needs. That's why our pricers and underwriters are the best of the best. They reduce risk and predict future events ensuring our business can continue to grow whilst each and every one of our consumers gets the best price. What you'll be doing: As a valued member of our team, you'll contribute to the development of the pricing strategy for Personal Lines through accurately and efficiently implementing and deploying changes to the Radar rating algorithm and rating tables. By doing so, you will ensure commercial viability and align with our business objectives. We are set up in an agile structure which means you'll take charge early on, soak up new experiences and most importantly you'll positively influence and shape what we do - making an impact on our customers lives. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with the team to provide an innovative and effective delivery service for our Insurance Rating System, focusing on change deployment in our Personal Lines Business. Make recommendations to enhance rating efficiency and long-term pricing delivery capabilities, encompassing both testing and deployment. Take ownership of building, maintaining, and monitoring production algorithms and documentation in Radar to support our business. Develop and maintain pre- and post-live testing processes to ensure accuracy. Engage with various stakeholders, including change, testing, product owners, and pricing analysts, to ensure alignment with the rating strategy. Participate in technical discussions to meet business needs and timelines while adhering to request requirements and governance. Identify and manage risks associated with the role, adhering to the company risk framework. Communicate any price, model, or data issues promptly and recommend appropriate remedial actions. Engage in the wider Pricing & Underwriting community and influence tribe objectives and priorities Support other colleagues with their work and development, building the overall squad capability What we are looking for Solid knowledge of Radar software by WTW and experience in building, developing, and testing algorithms. Previous experience in a similar role within insurance Familiarity with programming languages and software such as SQL, SAS Python, Tableau. Proficiency in defect management, including root cause analysis, design, and deployment of solutions. Ability to define and execute test strategies to minimize the risk of errors. Proficient in interpreting XML files. Experience in monitoring performance and driving continuous improvement of algorithms. Analytical mindset, inquisitive nature, strong communication skills, and a high level of numeracy What we offer: We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle: 9% employer contributed pension 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Up to 10% annual bonus 25 days holiday (rising by 1 each year to 28) + bank holidays and option to buy or sell up to 5 days Additional optional Health and Dental insurance EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way. Buy as you earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Plus many more Ways of Working Our hybrid model way of working offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office-working, offering flexibility for everyone. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but most colleagues are in 2 days a week, and we'll consider the flexible working options that work best for you. Read our flexible working approach here Be yourself We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any reasonable adjustments within this recruitment process, please reach out to us and we can discuss how we can support you with this. There's no-one else like you. No-one with the exact same mix of strengths, quirks, skills, and thoughts. That's why you could belong here. As part of a team, in a place that empowers you to be the best you can be. We're proud of who we are, of what we do, and what every one of us brings. Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. Join us . Help us keep innovating and putting customers at the heart of everything. To be an insurance company of the future. When we work together, we can all achieve great things. Inspiring, challenging, and supporting each other to aim higher. Together we're one of a kind.
Technical Author / Writer (Manufacturing / Design) £36,000 - £45,000 + Technical Training + Clear Scope of Progression + Life Insurance + Bonus + Autonomy Office Based, commutable from Cullompton, Taunton, Honiton, Exeter, Exmouth, Chard, Ilminster and Surrounding Areas Are you a Technical Author looking to take the next step in your career and join an Industry Leading multinational business where yo click apply for full job details
May 14, 2024
Full time
Technical Author / Writer (Manufacturing / Design) £36,000 - £45,000 + Technical Training + Clear Scope of Progression + Life Insurance + Bonus + Autonomy Office Based, commutable from Cullompton, Taunton, Honiton, Exeter, Exmouth, Chard, Ilminster and Surrounding Areas Are you a Technical Author looking to take the next step in your career and join an Industry Leading multinational business where yo click apply for full job details
Position Description The commercial position is an exceptional opportunity for career minded individuals who wants to make a meaningful contribution within our organisation. The complexity of accounts and innovative service offering fosters both a challenging and rewarding learning environment that will enable one to grow both professionally and financially. The companies ability to develop and maintain long term business partnership means that your expertise and interpersonal skills will be recognised and valued both internally and externally. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Assists in all aspects of servicing and developing new and renewal business. Strong focus on commercial risks and who understands the technical aspect of managing and placing these risks both individual and portfolio. Good connections and an understanding of the local insurer market Travels as needed to meet with clients, and provides assistance in the production of new accounts when required Deals with all communication and service with clients; identify and coordinate appropriate internal value-added resources on a client-to-client basis Works collaboratively with all members of the team. Produces revenue through cross-sales to new and existing clients Effectively coordinates with multiple Introducers and team members to accomplish production, retention, and customer service goals Develops and maintains positive relationships with insurance company underwriters and representatives to effectively market new and renewal business Works closely with the Director to ensure service, review, and sign off of policies, endorsements, audits, certificates, etc. are performed in a timely and accurate manner May handle all aspects of client relationships on certain accounts Mentors staff as required Other duties as assigned from time to time Business/Professional Requirements: Minimum of 3 or more years professional experience in Commercial Account Management Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Outlook Proficient with Acturis is essential, minimum 3 years' experience. Professional Qualification preferred - or willing to work towards. Required Skills/Personal Attributes: Excellent time management and organisational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Detail oriented with strong analytical, problem solving, and negotiation skills. Strong understanding of professional and industry standards and practices Exceptional verbal and written communication and presentation skills Solid technical ability to identify, create and present data critical to risk management consultation. Strong aptitude for interpretation of coverage forms, contractual agreements, and financial statements Highly motivated with a strong work ethic; able to work independently and with minimal supervision. Ability to work collaboratively as a key member of a client team. Customer service focused, with a high degree of professionalism.
May 14, 2024
Full time
Position Description The commercial position is an exceptional opportunity for career minded individuals who wants to make a meaningful contribution within our organisation. The complexity of accounts and innovative service offering fosters both a challenging and rewarding learning environment that will enable one to grow both professionally and financially. The companies ability to develop and maintain long term business partnership means that your expertise and interpersonal skills will be recognised and valued both internally and externally. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Assists in all aspects of servicing and developing new and renewal business. Strong focus on commercial risks and who understands the technical aspect of managing and placing these risks both individual and portfolio. Good connections and an understanding of the local insurer market Travels as needed to meet with clients, and provides assistance in the production of new accounts when required Deals with all communication and service with clients; identify and coordinate appropriate internal value-added resources on a client-to-client basis Works collaboratively with all members of the team. Produces revenue through cross-sales to new and existing clients Effectively coordinates with multiple Introducers and team members to accomplish production, retention, and customer service goals Develops and maintains positive relationships with insurance company underwriters and representatives to effectively market new and renewal business Works closely with the Director to ensure service, review, and sign off of policies, endorsements, audits, certificates, etc. are performed in a timely and accurate manner May handle all aspects of client relationships on certain accounts Mentors staff as required Other duties as assigned from time to time Business/Professional Requirements: Minimum of 3 or more years professional experience in Commercial Account Management Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Outlook Proficient with Acturis is essential, minimum 3 years' experience. Professional Qualification preferred - or willing to work towards. Required Skills/Personal Attributes: Excellent time management and organisational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Detail oriented with strong analytical, problem solving, and negotiation skills. Strong understanding of professional and industry standards and practices Exceptional verbal and written communication and presentation skills Solid technical ability to identify, create and present data critical to risk management consultation. Strong aptitude for interpretation of coverage forms, contractual agreements, and financial statements Highly motivated with a strong work ethic; able to work independently and with minimal supervision. Ability to work collaboratively as a key member of a client team. Customer service focused, with a high degree of professionalism.