Description About the role We are looking to recruit an ambitious Tax Director to join our expanding Bristol tax team. This could be an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a fulfilling role with excellent prospects, based in Bristol. Not only will you get all the benefits that living and working in Bristol can offer, but you will also be taking on a role that will enable you to progress your tax career within one of the South West's leading employers, with a wide range of clients. We are interested in speaking to candidates with either corporate tax, private client and/or mixed tax experience. As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will be able to influence the development of the practice and will have People Management and Business Development responsibilities. This role will enable you to take full advantage of the hybrid working that we offer to all of our people. Whether you're working from the office, from home or from a client site, we support our people to achieve the right balance of flexibility in line with delivering excellent client service. Working closely with our Bristol office SMT, you will look to grow our portfolio of tax clients and expand and develop the team. You will add value to our clients and help our people realise their full potential. Day to day responsibilities will include: Working with our management team to manage and develop our tax team - this will include recruiting team members and coaching our people so that they can reach their potential Building strong relationships with a broad portfolio of tax clients and ensuring that we continue to offer a quality trusted advisor service Building/retaining a good network of local contacts within the local market to aid business development About you To be considered for the role, you will need to be: Appropriately qualified with experience of working within a tax environment A strong business developer who is keen to build contacts and network within the local business community A great people manager who enjoys developing and coaching their team Highly commercial with the drive to contribute towards Bishop Fleming's growth Why Bishop Fleming?! Bishop Fleming is a leading independent provider of audit, accountancy, tax, and advisory services in the UK. With a turnover of £43.1m, the firm saw growth of almost 13% over the last 12 months. From owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and large businesses; to entrepreneurs and private individuals; Bishop Fleming offers full services across a diverse range of sectors, including: Automotive, Charities and Not for Profit, Education, Energy, Renewables and Natural Resources, Financial Services, Food and Drink, Healthcare, Hospitality and Leisure, Housing Associations, Manufacturing, Private Client, Professional Services, Public Sector, Real Estate and Construction, Technology, Media and Telecomms, and Transport and Logistics. Bishop Fleming is currently ranked fifth in the Accountancy Age Mid-Tier Power Index and is also the largest provider of audit services to multi-academy trusts in the academy sector. With 8 offices spanning from the West Midlands to the South West, the firm has 40 partners and nearly 500 staff, and is a certified Great Place to Work. Bishop Fleming is a member of Kreston Global, a global network of independent accounting firms in more than 100 countries. If that's not enough, we offer a fantastic range of benefits including: 30 days holiday plus bank holidays plus Christmas off! Hybrid working A contributory Pension scheme Life assurance Simply Health cashback plan including access to 24/7 online GP service and counselling services Perkbox discounts and rewards platform with over 4,000 perks and discounts Yulife employee wellbeing app Social events with active social committees that plan internal and external events Numerous opportunities for development Please contact Sam Ford, Talent Acquisition Manager if you would like to discuss this opportunity further. We welcome applicants who would like the flexibility in their working arrangements, including working from home or part-time working, which may help to accommodate parent or carer responsibilities, further studies, and activities outside of work. We are committed to welcoming new people into an inclusive working environment, where everyone is given equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We support a culture where people are valued and treated fairly with respect and differences are understood and celebrated. The more varied our workforce, the broader the expertise within our business. The broader our expertise, the greater our chances of innovation and success. That's why we're committed to equality of opportunity, diversity, and inclusion at every level. Closing date: 25th Apr 2025 For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the "Apply" button below.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Description About the role We are looking to recruit an ambitious Tax Director to join our expanding Bristol tax team. This could be an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a fulfilling role with excellent prospects, based in Bristol. Not only will you get all the benefits that living and working in Bristol can offer, but you will also be taking on a role that will enable you to progress your tax career within one of the South West's leading employers, with a wide range of clients. We are interested in speaking to candidates with either corporate tax, private client and/or mixed tax experience. As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will be able to influence the development of the practice and will have People Management and Business Development responsibilities. This role will enable you to take full advantage of the hybrid working that we offer to all of our people. Whether you're working from the office, from home or from a client site, we support our people to achieve the right balance of flexibility in line with delivering excellent client service. Working closely with our Bristol office SMT, you will look to grow our portfolio of tax clients and expand and develop the team. You will add value to our clients and help our people realise their full potential. Day to day responsibilities will include: Working with our management team to manage and develop our tax team - this will include recruiting team members and coaching our people so that they can reach their potential Building strong relationships with a broad portfolio of tax clients and ensuring that we continue to offer a quality trusted advisor service Building/retaining a good network of local contacts within the local market to aid business development About you To be considered for the role, you will need to be: Appropriately qualified with experience of working within a tax environment A strong business developer who is keen to build contacts and network within the local business community A great people manager who enjoys developing and coaching their team Highly commercial with the drive to contribute towards Bishop Fleming's growth Why Bishop Fleming?! Bishop Fleming is a leading independent provider of audit, accountancy, tax, and advisory services in the UK. With a turnover of £43.1m, the firm saw growth of almost 13% over the last 12 months. From owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and large businesses; to entrepreneurs and private individuals; Bishop Fleming offers full services across a diverse range of sectors, including: Automotive, Charities and Not for Profit, Education, Energy, Renewables and Natural Resources, Financial Services, Food and Drink, Healthcare, Hospitality and Leisure, Housing Associations, Manufacturing, Private Client, Professional Services, Public Sector, Real Estate and Construction, Technology, Media and Telecomms, and Transport and Logistics. Bishop Fleming is currently ranked fifth in the Accountancy Age Mid-Tier Power Index and is also the largest provider of audit services to multi-academy trusts in the academy sector. With 8 offices spanning from the West Midlands to the South West, the firm has 40 partners and nearly 500 staff, and is a certified Great Place to Work. Bishop Fleming is a member of Kreston Global, a global network of independent accounting firms in more than 100 countries. If that's not enough, we offer a fantastic range of benefits including: 30 days holiday plus bank holidays plus Christmas off! Hybrid working A contributory Pension scheme Life assurance Simply Health cashback plan including access to 24/7 online GP service and counselling services Perkbox discounts and rewards platform with over 4,000 perks and discounts Yulife employee wellbeing app Social events with active social committees that plan internal and external events Numerous opportunities for development Please contact Sam Ford, Talent Acquisition Manager if you would like to discuss this opportunity further. We welcome applicants who would like the flexibility in their working arrangements, including working from home or part-time working, which may help to accommodate parent or carer responsibilities, further studies, and activities outside of work. We are committed to welcoming new people into an inclusive working environment, where everyone is given equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We support a culture where people are valued and treated fairly with respect and differences are understood and celebrated. The more varied our workforce, the broader the expertise within our business. The broader our expertise, the greater our chances of innovation and success. That's why we're committed to equality of opportunity, diversity, and inclusion at every level. Closing date: 25th Apr 2025 For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the "Apply" button below.
An exciting role for a Client Services Director to lead Monocle's internal studio. About Monocle Monocle is an independent media brand that has built a global reputation for its coverage of international affairs, design, travel, fashion and much more besides. Launched in London in 2007, the business has blossomed to include our famed magazine, daily newsletters, a round-the-clock radio station, international events as well as thriving retail stores, e-commerce and cafés. With HQs, bureaux and shops in Paris, Zürich, Tokyo, Merano and Hong Kong we are a truly global team and proud of the fact that today Monocle is a vital source of inspiration, analysis and ideas for our discerning global audience. About the role The commercial team partners with a global network of clients that share our passion and commitment to quality and innovation. We are an ambitious team who push ourselves to create unique and memorable multi-platform content and campaigns. The Client Services Director is a senior appointment accountable for seamless client and project management to deliver exceptional outcomes. We are looking for an experienced client-services leader who will showcase great leadership through effective communication, strong stakeholder management, streamlined project management and a high degree of commercial acumen. You naturally build credibility with colleagues and clients, you anticipate, problem solve and manage deadlines, quality output and budgets with creativity. Alongside this you can also demonstrate: 6+ years of experience in account management or client services within a publishing environment A comprehensive knowledge of the production of creative multi-platform campaigns for luxury clients across a range of sectors High EQ with proven expertise managing complexity and pivoting between big-picture thinking and hands-on detail A successful leader of others, supporting development, growth and optimising tools, systems and processes A positive attitude and a true collaborator, you are committed to creating the highest-quality products We value collaboration and interaction with our colleagues and our clients . We work on unique, global projects alongside our enormously talented international team. This role is based in our Marylebone office and we offer the following benefits; Breakfast provided five days a week Health and life insurance benefits 23 days annual leave, 7-day Christmas shutdown and 8 bank holidays Dog friendly office Our team is ambitious, talented, professional and committed to excellence in everything they do. Please note that all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
An exciting role for a Client Services Director to lead Monocle's internal studio. About Monocle Monocle is an independent media brand that has built a global reputation for its coverage of international affairs, design, travel, fashion and much more besides. Launched in London in 2007, the business has blossomed to include our famed magazine, daily newsletters, a round-the-clock radio station, international events as well as thriving retail stores, e-commerce and cafés. With HQs, bureaux and shops in Paris, Zürich, Tokyo, Merano and Hong Kong we are a truly global team and proud of the fact that today Monocle is a vital source of inspiration, analysis and ideas for our discerning global audience. About the role The commercial team partners with a global network of clients that share our passion and commitment to quality and innovation. We are an ambitious team who push ourselves to create unique and memorable multi-platform content and campaigns. The Client Services Director is a senior appointment accountable for seamless client and project management to deliver exceptional outcomes. We are looking for an experienced client-services leader who will showcase great leadership through effective communication, strong stakeholder management, streamlined project management and a high degree of commercial acumen. You naturally build credibility with colleagues and clients, you anticipate, problem solve and manage deadlines, quality output and budgets with creativity. Alongside this you can also demonstrate: 6+ years of experience in account management or client services within a publishing environment A comprehensive knowledge of the production of creative multi-platform campaigns for luxury clients across a range of sectors High EQ with proven expertise managing complexity and pivoting between big-picture thinking and hands-on detail A successful leader of others, supporting development, growth and optimising tools, systems and processes A positive attitude and a true collaborator, you are committed to creating the highest-quality products We value collaboration and interaction with our colleagues and our clients . We work on unique, global projects alongside our enormously talented international team. This role is based in our Marylebone office and we offer the following benefits; Breakfast provided five days a week Health and life insurance benefits 23 days annual leave, 7-day Christmas shutdown and 8 bank holidays Dog friendly office Our team is ambitious, talented, professional and committed to excellence in everything they do. Please note that all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
OpenDoor I Planning Director - Job Description PURPOSE The purpose of this document is to help prospective team members better understand the role and responsibilities with the position of Planning Director at OpenDoor, WPP's bespoke global operating model for Amazon. ABOUT WPP & OPENDOOR At WPP, we're constantly reinventing the future of creativity on an ever-broader canvas, bringing together unrivalled talent, resources and skills to provide an integrated offer of communications, experience, commerce and technology. Over the last decade, we have developed a dedicated global client practice with the mission of accelerating WPP's impact for our largest clients by bringing them the best of WPP. Each team is custom-built around a client's specific needs and challenges, providing easy access to the right capabilities. And that's why we've built OpenDoor for Amazon . OpenDoor is a unique integration of the best of WPP and Amazon - building on their respective strengths and visions. Whether at WPP or at Amazon, every project is an OpenDoor on new possibilities. Anything and everything can be an opportunity for our people to drive impact - for them to innovate, learn, thrive, and occasionally fail too. The unique OpenDoor partnership model is built to deliver next level Productivity, fueled by our industry-leading approach to People, Platforms, and Process. OpenDoor spans across all WPP agencies and disciplines such as media, business consultancy, communications and brand strategy, tech and commerce, public relations, and production. OpenDoor's values are built from Amazon's own 16 Leadership Principles , and WPP's core values of Open, Optimistic and Extraordinary . Together, w hen WPP's Creative Transformation meets Amazon's next-level customer centricity, our people come together to challenge and impact what's done today and build a better future. B y joining OpenDoor, not only are you joining a cross-function team partnering with one of WPP's top five global clients, but you are also taking a step to challeng e yourself and the world around you every day, working in the most unusual way on some of Earth's most ambitious opportunities in marketing, tech, media, business, and creativity. ABOUT THE ROLE We are searching for a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our OpenDoor team as a Planning Director . This is a full-time position based in London. The r ole will repor t to the R egional P lanning Le ad and will manage a team of 4 across EU markets . This role plays a crucial part in supporting WPP's mission to deliver consistency, delivery excellence and best in class service for Amazon in every country across its diverse businesses, including XCM, Prime Video, and RMI. RESPONSIBILITIES Media planning: Develop an advanced understanding of media channels, channel ecosystems and planning best practices. Start to translate strategic approach into planning practices for specific client briefs and pitches. Have an advanced understanding of the Purchase Journey thinking and planning philosophy across all client work. Including being an expert in a broad set of internal tools, as well as external tools to build a deep understanding of the consumer, the client's business and its specific opportunities. Have an expert overview of the media market landscape, trends and start to build media owner relationships. Campaign management & effective communication: Oversee campaign management, ensuring quality control and output is of the highest standard. Develop a skilled understand ing of commercial practices and of the wider agency. Build and maintain client and agency relationships at a mid-senior level, to ensure a comprehensive understanding of stakeholders and client business. Comms planning and storytelling: Lead multi-market comms strategies with the local comms planning team. Direct the central and local planning teams on comms planning campaigns and workstreams . Own planning presentations and narratives including defining the inputs needed and working with the wider teams in London and the European countries to compile work and meet deadlines. Lead brainstorm and idea creation for campaigns I ndependently problem solve, including integrating and questioning data and insights and find solutions based on knowledge and experience. Assist in the development and execution of data-driven marketing campaigns across the Amazon business, bridging Amazon and WPP technologies and capabilities as required. Utilize WPP Open and other cutting-edge tools to standardize best in class planning, ensure leading organization and track campaign performance / identification of optimization opportunities. Collaborate with WPP (media and beyond) and Amazon team members to ensure seamless campaign delivery and achieve outstanding results. Contribute to a culture of innovation by exploring new technologies and approaches to marketing challenges. Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices, particularly in the areas of e-commerce and digital marketing. QUALIFICATIONS Comfortable presenting both directly from platform (OS, Architect etc) and developing a story from data but delivered outside of the platform (Telmar etc). Strong writing skills and able to communicate ideas clearly and effectively. Can confidently answer client questions and liaise with internal teams on best solutions to use. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment whilst maintaining a partnership focus throughout Uses critical questioning and maintains a broad perspective when analysing information to gain a deeper understanding of the problem and wider impact. Has an understanding of how behaviour change theory and practice influences communications campaigns and the role of company reputation on wider corporate performance . Leads the delivery of relevant and accurate information to drive maximum impact. Consistently delivers communications to influence and educate all levels of seniority, appropriately judging the demands of the situation. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment whilst maintaining a partnership focus throughout . Successful delivery of key launches in line with scope, resources and agreed budget . Productive and well-prepared client and network status meetings . Adherence to Ways of Working both by clients and internal teams . Deliver monthly thought leadership (engaging with internal and third-party stakeholders as required) BONUS POINTS Multi-market experience Successful E2E management of Multi-Market campaigns (brief, RTB, execution and reporting). Applies big picture thinking in work and proactively leverages an understanding of the organization and key industry trends. Designs differentiated communications (content focus, style, presentation etc) for various internal and external audiences. Applies knowledge of client, audience, channel, market and category to effectively deliver compelling multi-media plans. Translates learnings and trends to create marketing communication strategies that are effective with clear measurement. Application of purchase journey thinking and visualization of how the media plan works channels. Applies best practices to campaign management and acts as the escalation point for issues. Oversees team members to discuss current projects, workload and activities prioritises resources accordingly. Improves workload management by supporting others in setting priorities and by postponing less relevant work. Provide actionable insights during mid and post-campaign reports to improve in-flight optimizations and future campaign brief recommendations. Familiarity with Amazons way of working (e.g. narratives over powerpoint) and their leadership principles Familiarity with Amazon Ads Understanding of Amazon's ecosystem BENEFITS OF OPENDOOR Unparalleled Access: Gain direct experience working with one of the world's most innovative and influential companies. Mentorship & Training: Receive guidance from experienced professionals at both WPP and Amazon. Cutting-Edge Technology: Utilize industry-leading tools and platforms, including WPP Open. Data-Driven Environment: Develop your analytical skills and contribute to data-driven decision making. Global Impact: Be part of a team that is shaping the future of marketing on a global scale. HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter to the talent team We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
OpenDoor I Planning Director - Job Description PURPOSE The purpose of this document is to help prospective team members better understand the role and responsibilities with the position of Planning Director at OpenDoor, WPP's bespoke global operating model for Amazon. ABOUT WPP & OPENDOOR At WPP, we're constantly reinventing the future of creativity on an ever-broader canvas, bringing together unrivalled talent, resources and skills to provide an integrated offer of communications, experience, commerce and technology. Over the last decade, we have developed a dedicated global client practice with the mission of accelerating WPP's impact for our largest clients by bringing them the best of WPP. Each team is custom-built around a client's specific needs and challenges, providing easy access to the right capabilities. And that's why we've built OpenDoor for Amazon . OpenDoor is a unique integration of the best of WPP and Amazon - building on their respective strengths and visions. Whether at WPP or at Amazon, every project is an OpenDoor on new possibilities. Anything and everything can be an opportunity for our people to drive impact - for them to innovate, learn, thrive, and occasionally fail too. The unique OpenDoor partnership model is built to deliver next level Productivity, fueled by our industry-leading approach to People, Platforms, and Process. OpenDoor spans across all WPP agencies and disciplines such as media, business consultancy, communications and brand strategy, tech and commerce, public relations, and production. OpenDoor's values are built from Amazon's own 16 Leadership Principles , and WPP's core values of Open, Optimistic and Extraordinary . Together, w hen WPP's Creative Transformation meets Amazon's next-level customer centricity, our people come together to challenge and impact what's done today and build a better future. B y joining OpenDoor, not only are you joining a cross-function team partnering with one of WPP's top five global clients, but you are also taking a step to challeng e yourself and the world around you every day, working in the most unusual way on some of Earth's most ambitious opportunities in marketing, tech, media, business, and creativity. ABOUT THE ROLE We are searching for a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our OpenDoor team as a Planning Director . This is a full-time position based in London. The r ole will repor t to the R egional P lanning Le ad and will manage a team of 4 across EU markets . This role plays a crucial part in supporting WPP's mission to deliver consistency, delivery excellence and best in class service for Amazon in every country across its diverse businesses, including XCM, Prime Video, and RMI. RESPONSIBILITIES Media planning: Develop an advanced understanding of media channels, channel ecosystems and planning best practices. Start to translate strategic approach into planning practices for specific client briefs and pitches. Have an advanced understanding of the Purchase Journey thinking and planning philosophy across all client work. Including being an expert in a broad set of internal tools, as well as external tools to build a deep understanding of the consumer, the client's business and its specific opportunities. Have an expert overview of the media market landscape, trends and start to build media owner relationships. Campaign management & effective communication: Oversee campaign management, ensuring quality control and output is of the highest standard. Develop a skilled understand ing of commercial practices and of the wider agency. Build and maintain client and agency relationships at a mid-senior level, to ensure a comprehensive understanding of stakeholders and client business. Comms planning and storytelling: Lead multi-market comms strategies with the local comms planning team. Direct the central and local planning teams on comms planning campaigns and workstreams . Own planning presentations and narratives including defining the inputs needed and working with the wider teams in London and the European countries to compile work and meet deadlines. Lead brainstorm and idea creation for campaigns I ndependently problem solve, including integrating and questioning data and insights and find solutions based on knowledge and experience. Assist in the development and execution of data-driven marketing campaigns across the Amazon business, bridging Amazon and WPP technologies and capabilities as required. Utilize WPP Open and other cutting-edge tools to standardize best in class planning, ensure leading organization and track campaign performance / identification of optimization opportunities. Collaborate with WPP (media and beyond) and Amazon team members to ensure seamless campaign delivery and achieve outstanding results. Contribute to a culture of innovation by exploring new technologies and approaches to marketing challenges. Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices, particularly in the areas of e-commerce and digital marketing. QUALIFICATIONS Comfortable presenting both directly from platform (OS, Architect etc) and developing a story from data but delivered outside of the platform (Telmar etc). Strong writing skills and able to communicate ideas clearly and effectively. Can confidently answer client questions and liaise with internal teams on best solutions to use. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment whilst maintaining a partnership focus throughout Uses critical questioning and maintains a broad perspective when analysing information to gain a deeper understanding of the problem and wider impact. Has an understanding of how behaviour change theory and practice influences communications campaigns and the role of company reputation on wider corporate performance . Leads the delivery of relevant and accurate information to drive maximum impact. Consistently delivers communications to influence and educate all levels of seniority, appropriately judging the demands of the situation. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment whilst maintaining a partnership focus throughout . Successful delivery of key launches in line with scope, resources and agreed budget . Productive and well-prepared client and network status meetings . Adherence to Ways of Working both by clients and internal teams . Deliver monthly thought leadership (engaging with internal and third-party stakeholders as required) BONUS POINTS Multi-market experience Successful E2E management of Multi-Market campaigns (brief, RTB, execution and reporting). Applies big picture thinking in work and proactively leverages an understanding of the organization and key industry trends. Designs differentiated communications (content focus, style, presentation etc) for various internal and external audiences. Applies knowledge of client, audience, channel, market and category to effectively deliver compelling multi-media plans. Translates learnings and trends to create marketing communication strategies that are effective with clear measurement. Application of purchase journey thinking and visualization of how the media plan works channels. Applies best practices to campaign management and acts as the escalation point for issues. Oversees team members to discuss current projects, workload and activities prioritises resources accordingly. Improves workload management by supporting others in setting priorities and by postponing less relevant work. Provide actionable insights during mid and post-campaign reports to improve in-flight optimizations and future campaign brief recommendations. Familiarity with Amazons way of working (e.g. narratives over powerpoint) and their leadership principles Familiarity with Amazon Ads Understanding of Amazon's ecosystem BENEFITS OF OPENDOOR Unparalleled Access: Gain direct experience working with one of the world's most innovative and influential companies. Mentorship & Training: Receive guidance from experienced professionals at both WPP and Amazon. Cutting-Edge Technology: Utilize industry-leading tools and platforms, including WPP Open. Data-Driven Environment: Develop your analytical skills and contribute to data-driven decision making. Global Impact: Be part of a team that is shaping the future of marketing on a global scale. HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter to the talent team We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Overview Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The Data Office is responsible for developing and implementing an enterprise-wide data strategy for BDO. Within the Data Office, the Data and Analytics team builds value-focussed data products strategically on the Enterprise Data and Analytics Platform (EDAP), internally for the firm. The Data Analytics Lead sits within this growing team to build, develop, and support the growing catalogue of data products offered by the Data Office and will play a vital part in the execution of the data strategy. Reporting to the Data Analytics Manager, the Data Analytics Lead will be a key role in the translation of data into meaningful and actionable insights. It is also their responsibility to provide value from the wealth of data available by understanding, not only the business, but also the technical aspects of the data. They will be curious and grow their knowledge of the business and systems to get to the bottom of what stakeholders are really asking for, providing the best product to suit their needs. The Data Analytics Lead will drive continuous improvement with developing value-adding products as well as by highlighting any data risks found through thorough testing and analysis. They will utilise their analytical expertise to support the technical development of the team and the data literacy of the business. You will; Strive for excellence in data analytics by driving, designing, building, and managing data analytics products. Deliver products with the right tool, considering security, sensitivity, and a strategic versus tactical approach. Work closely with the Data Engineering counterparts to develop the building blocks to analytics by understanding and contributing to the ETL processes with knowledge of project required analytical outputs. Possess foresight in builds of curated datasets to allow for further use cases than the original ask to support Data Engineering with information on what would be required to enhance curated datasets. Provide expert guidance and recommendations to the business on analytics, inclusive of advanced analysis, modelling and performance measurement. Understand BDO's analytical issues across streams and utilises this knowledge to maximise value from BDO's internal data as well in conjunction with external data sources. Collaborate with both business and technical subject matter experts to provide products which focus on a holistic approach. Ensure that data quality and governance are at the forefront of thought and works to inform and enable the Data Governance team in the advancement of BDO's data maturity. You'll be someone with; Experience of working in the fields of data analysis, data science, or business intelligence. Extensive experience in data analytics and data visualisation, inclusive of elements such as impact analysis and beyond descriptive and diagnostic analytics. Experience with designing and building ETL, data warehousing, data preparation and SQL. A track record in making data solutions accessible for end-users. Experience of working with stakeholders to deliver a data-driven approach to decision making. A demonstrable track record of driving the transition away from manual and heavily Excel based analysis towards automated or semi-automated solutions. Experience in translating business requirements whilst also enhancing their ask by providing and explaining useful additional analysis. Expert knowledge of star schema modelling including dimensional data modelling, the identification of dimensions, facts, measures and hierarchies. Advanced experience developing analytics using Microsoft Power BI and/or other data visualisation tools. Proficiency in SQL and, preferably, Python. Experience in team and resource management. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Overview Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The Data Office is responsible for developing and implementing an enterprise-wide data strategy for BDO. Within the Data Office, the Data and Analytics team builds value-focussed data products strategically on the Enterprise Data and Analytics Platform (EDAP), internally for the firm. The Data Analytics Lead sits within this growing team to build, develop, and support the growing catalogue of data products offered by the Data Office and will play a vital part in the execution of the data strategy. Reporting to the Data Analytics Manager, the Data Analytics Lead will be a key role in the translation of data into meaningful and actionable insights. It is also their responsibility to provide value from the wealth of data available by understanding, not only the business, but also the technical aspects of the data. They will be curious and grow their knowledge of the business and systems to get to the bottom of what stakeholders are really asking for, providing the best product to suit their needs. The Data Analytics Lead will drive continuous improvement with developing value-adding products as well as by highlighting any data risks found through thorough testing and analysis. They will utilise their analytical expertise to support the technical development of the team and the data literacy of the business. You will; Strive for excellence in data analytics by driving, designing, building, and managing data analytics products. Deliver products with the right tool, considering security, sensitivity, and a strategic versus tactical approach. Work closely with the Data Engineering counterparts to develop the building blocks to analytics by understanding and contributing to the ETL processes with knowledge of project required analytical outputs. Possess foresight in builds of curated datasets to allow for further use cases than the original ask to support Data Engineering with information on what would be required to enhance curated datasets. Provide expert guidance and recommendations to the business on analytics, inclusive of advanced analysis, modelling and performance measurement. Understand BDO's analytical issues across streams and utilises this knowledge to maximise value from BDO's internal data as well in conjunction with external data sources. Collaborate with both business and technical subject matter experts to provide products which focus on a holistic approach. Ensure that data quality and governance are at the forefront of thought and works to inform and enable the Data Governance team in the advancement of BDO's data maturity. You'll be someone with; Experience of working in the fields of data analysis, data science, or business intelligence. Extensive experience in data analytics and data visualisation, inclusive of elements such as impact analysis and beyond descriptive and diagnostic analytics. Experience with designing and building ETL, data warehousing, data preparation and SQL. A track record in making data solutions accessible for end-users. Experience of working with stakeholders to deliver a data-driven approach to decision making. A demonstrable track record of driving the transition away from manual and heavily Excel based analysis towards automated or semi-automated solutions. Experience in translating business requirements whilst also enhancing their ask by providing and explaining useful additional analysis. Expert knowledge of star schema modelling including dimensional data modelling, the identification of dimensions, facts, measures and hierarchies. Advanced experience developing analytics using Microsoft Power BI and/or other data visualisation tools. Proficiency in SQL and, preferably, Python. Experience in team and resource management. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Overview Become a Global Senior Infrastructure Engineer with us, where you'll spearhead the design and enhancement of hybrid cloud services while championing digital transformation efforts. About the Company Gravity Media deliver an unparalleled range of media services and solutions to clients worldwide utilising outside broadcast trucks, fly-packs and studios spanning the United Kingdom, ROI, Europe, the Middle East, the United States and Australia offering market-leading broadcast, technology, production, and post-production solutions across many of the world's most-watched live events and entertainment programmes. Our People We have a passion for problem solving and thoughtful innovation and recognise our collective differences play a huge role our success. Our teams are talented, passionate, dedicated, take pride in their work and support each other. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to attracting and developing talent, empowered through an inclusive culture. All suitably qualified applicants will be considered regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, religion, and age. Leadership Behaviours We hold high expectations of our leaders and managers who are responsible for driving the success of our people and the organisation. Our managers give clear communication, lead by example and feed back to foster growth and development of their team members. Management excellence is essential to the company's success, and effective leadership requires a combination of interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and a commitment to providing a positive and productive work environment. Commitment to Equality Gravity Media is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome a diverse range of applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. Job Title GLOBAL SENIOR INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER About the Role A brief summary We are seeking an accomplished Senior Infrastructure Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and optimisation of our hybrid infrastructure and cloud services. This role combines advanced technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring resilient IT services and driving digital transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will be the escalation point for complex technical issues, oversee infrastructure strategy, and deliver enterprise-scale solutions across Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Intune Autopilot, SharePoint, Teams, and modern networking environments. What You'll Be Responsible For Infrastructure & systems leadership Provide senior-level support and leadership for enterprise IT infrastructure, ensuring stability, scalability, and security. Design, deploy, and optimise Windows Server, VMware, Hyper-V, and Azure-hosted environments. Own and enhance Active Directory, Entra ID (Azure AD), Group Policy, Conditional Access, and role-based access control (RBAC). Lead patching, vulnerability management, and disaster recovery initiatives across global environments. Drive infrastructure automation with PowerShell, Intune, and Azure Automation. Administer and optimise Microsoft 365, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive for Business, and Viva. Implement and manage Intune Autopilot for secure device provisioning, lifecycle management, and compliance enforcement across Windows and macOS endpoints. Enhance collaboration through Teams governance, voice integration, security policies, and adoption programmes. Act as the technical authority for SharePoint Online architecture, migration projects, site governance, and workflow automation (Power Platform). Ensure data loss prevention, compliance, and information governance are enforced across all M365 workloads. Architect and manage Azure services, including Virtual Machines, Azure Networking, Security Center, Defender for Cloud, Key Vault, and Backup/Recovery Services. Implement hybrid cloud connectivity and Azure Virtual Desktop where required. Partner with the Cyber Security team to ensure Zero Trust principles and best practice are embedded across infrastructure and M365. Monitor and manage firewalls (Cisco, Meraki, WatchGuard), VPNs, and endpoint protection. Oversee enterprise LAN, WAN, VPN, VLAN, and wireless networks, including Cisco, Aruba, Meraki, and Unifi technologies. Troubleshoot and optimise network performance, routing, and DNS/DHCP services. Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to deliver high-performing and secure network services. Act as the highest-level escalation point for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd line engineers. Perform deep-dive troubleshooting of infrastructure, cloud, and end-user environments. Produce detailed root cause analysis and implement preventative measures. Maintain accurate documentation of infrastructure design, policies, and standards. This Role Is For You If Extensive experience in senior infrastructure roles, ideally within enterprise or multi-site environments. Expert in Microsoft Azure Administration and Microsoft 365 Administration. Proven delivery of Intune Autopilot deployments, endpoint compliance, and secure device management. Strong experience with SharePoint Online and Teams architecture, governance, and adoption. Advanced knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Entra ID, DNS, DHCP, GPO, and RBAC. Proficiency in virtualisation platforms (VMware/Hyper-V) and SAN/NAS storage solutions. Skilled in network administration (LAN, WAN, VPN, VLANs, routing, firewalls). Strong background in cybersecurity practices, compliance, and Zero Trust frameworks. Automation/scripting experience (PowerShell, Bash, or Python preferred). Excellent communication and leadership skills, able to translate technical requirements for senior stakeholders. Desirable but not essential Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Enterprise Administrator Expert, or Security Engineer Associate. Experience in hybrid migrations (Exchange/SharePoint/Teams to Microsoft 365). Familiarity with FreshService or similar ITSM platforms. Experience with ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, or regulated industry compliance. ITIL v4 certification or strong service management background.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Overview Become a Global Senior Infrastructure Engineer with us, where you'll spearhead the design and enhancement of hybrid cloud services while championing digital transformation efforts. About the Company Gravity Media deliver an unparalleled range of media services and solutions to clients worldwide utilising outside broadcast trucks, fly-packs and studios spanning the United Kingdom, ROI, Europe, the Middle East, the United States and Australia offering market-leading broadcast, technology, production, and post-production solutions across many of the world's most-watched live events and entertainment programmes. Our People We have a passion for problem solving and thoughtful innovation and recognise our collective differences play a huge role our success. Our teams are talented, passionate, dedicated, take pride in their work and support each other. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to attracting and developing talent, empowered through an inclusive culture. All suitably qualified applicants will be considered regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, religion, and age. Leadership Behaviours We hold high expectations of our leaders and managers who are responsible for driving the success of our people and the organisation. Our managers give clear communication, lead by example and feed back to foster growth and development of their team members. Management excellence is essential to the company's success, and effective leadership requires a combination of interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and a commitment to providing a positive and productive work environment. Commitment to Equality Gravity Media is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome a diverse range of applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. Job Title GLOBAL SENIOR INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER About the Role A brief summary We are seeking an accomplished Senior Infrastructure Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and optimisation of our hybrid infrastructure and cloud services. This role combines advanced technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring resilient IT services and driving digital transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will be the escalation point for complex technical issues, oversee infrastructure strategy, and deliver enterprise-scale solutions across Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Intune Autopilot, SharePoint, Teams, and modern networking environments. What You'll Be Responsible For Infrastructure & systems leadership Provide senior-level support and leadership for enterprise IT infrastructure, ensuring stability, scalability, and security. Design, deploy, and optimise Windows Server, VMware, Hyper-V, and Azure-hosted environments. Own and enhance Active Directory, Entra ID (Azure AD), Group Policy, Conditional Access, and role-based access control (RBAC). Lead patching, vulnerability management, and disaster recovery initiatives across global environments. Drive infrastructure automation with PowerShell, Intune, and Azure Automation. Administer and optimise Microsoft 365, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive for Business, and Viva. Implement and manage Intune Autopilot for secure device provisioning, lifecycle management, and compliance enforcement across Windows and macOS endpoints. Enhance collaboration through Teams governance, voice integration, security policies, and adoption programmes. Act as the technical authority for SharePoint Online architecture, migration projects, site governance, and workflow automation (Power Platform). Ensure data loss prevention, compliance, and information governance are enforced across all M365 workloads. Architect and manage Azure services, including Virtual Machines, Azure Networking, Security Center, Defender for Cloud, Key Vault, and Backup/Recovery Services. Implement hybrid cloud connectivity and Azure Virtual Desktop where required. Partner with the Cyber Security team to ensure Zero Trust principles and best practice are embedded across infrastructure and M365. Monitor and manage firewalls (Cisco, Meraki, WatchGuard), VPNs, and endpoint protection. Oversee enterprise LAN, WAN, VPN, VLAN, and wireless networks, including Cisco, Aruba, Meraki, and Unifi technologies. Troubleshoot and optimise network performance, routing, and DNS/DHCP services. Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to deliver high-performing and secure network services. Act as the highest-level escalation point for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd line engineers. Perform deep-dive troubleshooting of infrastructure, cloud, and end-user environments. Produce detailed root cause analysis and implement preventative measures. Maintain accurate documentation of infrastructure design, policies, and standards. This Role Is For You If Extensive experience in senior infrastructure roles, ideally within enterprise or multi-site environments. Expert in Microsoft Azure Administration and Microsoft 365 Administration. Proven delivery of Intune Autopilot deployments, endpoint compliance, and secure device management. Strong experience with SharePoint Online and Teams architecture, governance, and adoption. Advanced knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Entra ID, DNS, DHCP, GPO, and RBAC. Proficiency in virtualisation platforms (VMware/Hyper-V) and SAN/NAS storage solutions. Skilled in network administration (LAN, WAN, VPN, VLANs, routing, firewalls). Strong background in cybersecurity practices, compliance, and Zero Trust frameworks. Automation/scripting experience (PowerShell, Bash, or Python preferred). Excellent communication and leadership skills, able to translate technical requirements for senior stakeholders. Desirable but not essential Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Enterprise Administrator Expert, or Security Engineer Associate. Experience in hybrid migrations (Exchange/SharePoint/Teams to Microsoft 365). Familiarity with FreshService or similar ITSM platforms. Experience with ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, or regulated industry compliance. ITIL v4 certification or strong service management background.
Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Coach London, LND, GB Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last-for you to be yourself in. Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio - a global house of brands committed to stretching what's possible. Tapestry has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Primary Purpose: The Senior Account Executive is responsible for supporting the growth of Coach's distributor business in the Middle East, Africa and India (MEAI), driving performance across multi-channel networks and contributing to strategic business planning and execution. The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Distributor/Franchise Accounts to: Play a key role in developing and managing commercial opportunities across the Coach MEAI region, including distributor-run monobrand stores, multibrand stores, and websites Conduct weekly analysis of sales and inventory performance, delivering actionable insights through reporting and strategic recommendations to drive growth Track sales plans in partnership with accounts, aligning sales targets and Open-to-Buy (OTB) to optimise performance Facilitate regular trade meetings with accounts, focusing on business trends, performance updates, and strategic action planning Cultivate strong relationships with Distributors, License Partners, and cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and alignment across the region Create seasonal trade presentations to highlight key wins, challenges, and future opportunities to inform strategic decision-making Support quarterly market product strategy planning for all categories across the MEAI region and own market preparations and account presentations Collect and process orders, ensuring alignment with OTB and seasonal priorities Assist in developing long-range financial plans for accounts Partner with Wholesale Operations, Demand Planning, and Wholesale Customer Service teams to guarantee seamless order execution and timely shipments Conduct regional and competitive landscape analysis to identify new business opportunities Collaborate with the Ecommerce team to launch ecommerce platforms and enhance omni-channel opportunities Work cross-functionally with Wholesale Customer Experience, Visual Merchandising, and Buying teams to deliver a cohesive and streamlined strategy across the EMEAI region The accomplished individual will possess: Minimum 4 years' experience in distributor/franchise business models Experience working with the Middle East, South Africa, and/or India Results-oriented with a strong sales and target-driven mindset Collaborative team player, confident, proactive, and self-motivated Thrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills Excellent prioritisation and time management abilities Flexible to travel across the MEAI region and USA as needed Resilient under pressure, with high attention to detail Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint What Coach can offer you: Hybrid working (3 days working from the office, 2 days remote) Option to finish early on a Friday (Flex Fridays) 1 Paid Volunteering Day per year and opportunities to volunteer with global projects Internal mobility & career progression Regular Social Events - Seasonal & Cultural Equity Inclusion & Diversity initiatives which include employee resource groups & regional inclusion council Other benefits include: 25 days holiday in addition to bank holidays Annual Incentive Plan (company performance bonus) Multi brand discount up to 50% off Coach & Kate Spade New York Private Healthcare with health assessment (Bupa) Bupa rewards - Financial wellbeing support and wellness discounts Free 24/7 support for family building, fertility and menopause with Maven Employee Assistance Program Interest free season ticket loan Cycle to work scheme Our Competencies for All Employees Courage : Doesn't hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and "actionable" positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation (not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary. Creativity : Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings. Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Dealing with Ambiguity : Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn't upset when things are up in the air; doesn't have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. Drive for Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results. Interpersonal Savvy : Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably. Learning on the Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything. Coach is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant's or employee's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. Visit Coach at Job Segment: Account Executive, Demand Planner, Supply Chain, Franchise, Sales, Operations, Retail
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Coach London, LND, GB Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last-for you to be yourself in. Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio - a global house of brands committed to stretching what's possible. Tapestry has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Primary Purpose: The Senior Account Executive is responsible for supporting the growth of Coach's distributor business in the Middle East, Africa and India (MEAI), driving performance across multi-channel networks and contributing to strategic business planning and execution. The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Distributor/Franchise Accounts to: Play a key role in developing and managing commercial opportunities across the Coach MEAI region, including distributor-run monobrand stores, multibrand stores, and websites Conduct weekly analysis of sales and inventory performance, delivering actionable insights through reporting and strategic recommendations to drive growth Track sales plans in partnership with accounts, aligning sales targets and Open-to-Buy (OTB) to optimise performance Facilitate regular trade meetings with accounts, focusing on business trends, performance updates, and strategic action planning Cultivate strong relationships with Distributors, License Partners, and cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and alignment across the region Create seasonal trade presentations to highlight key wins, challenges, and future opportunities to inform strategic decision-making Support quarterly market product strategy planning for all categories across the MEAI region and own market preparations and account presentations Collect and process orders, ensuring alignment with OTB and seasonal priorities Assist in developing long-range financial plans for accounts Partner with Wholesale Operations, Demand Planning, and Wholesale Customer Service teams to guarantee seamless order execution and timely shipments Conduct regional and competitive landscape analysis to identify new business opportunities Collaborate with the Ecommerce team to launch ecommerce platforms and enhance omni-channel opportunities Work cross-functionally with Wholesale Customer Experience, Visual Merchandising, and Buying teams to deliver a cohesive and streamlined strategy across the EMEAI region The accomplished individual will possess: Minimum 4 years' experience in distributor/franchise business models Experience working with the Middle East, South Africa, and/or India Results-oriented with a strong sales and target-driven mindset Collaborative team player, confident, proactive, and self-motivated Thrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills Excellent prioritisation and time management abilities Flexible to travel across the MEAI region and USA as needed Resilient under pressure, with high attention to detail Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint What Coach can offer you: Hybrid working (3 days working from the office, 2 days remote) Option to finish early on a Friday (Flex Fridays) 1 Paid Volunteering Day per year and opportunities to volunteer with global projects Internal mobility & career progression Regular Social Events - Seasonal & Cultural Equity Inclusion & Diversity initiatives which include employee resource groups & regional inclusion council Other benefits include: 25 days holiday in addition to bank holidays Annual Incentive Plan (company performance bonus) Multi brand discount up to 50% off Coach & Kate Spade New York Private Healthcare with health assessment (Bupa) Bupa rewards - Financial wellbeing support and wellness discounts Free 24/7 support for family building, fertility and menopause with Maven Employee Assistance Program Interest free season ticket loan Cycle to work scheme Our Competencies for All Employees Courage : Doesn't hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and "actionable" positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation (not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary. Creativity : Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings. Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Dealing with Ambiguity : Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn't upset when things are up in the air; doesn't have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. Drive for Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results. Interpersonal Savvy : Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably. Learning on the Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything. Coach is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant's or employee's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. Visit Coach at Job Segment: Account Executive, Demand Planner, Supply Chain, Franchise, Sales, Operations, Retail
Starling is the UK's first and leading digital bank on a mission to fix banking! Our vision is fast technology, fair service, and honest values. All at the tap of a phone, all the time. We are about giving customers a new way to spend, save and manage their money while taking better care of the planet which has seen us become a multi-award winning bank that now employs over 2800 across five offices in London, Cardiff, Dublin, Southampton, and Manchester. Our journey started in 2014, and since then we have surpassed 3.5 million accounts (and four account types!) with 350,000 business customers. We are a fully licensed UK bank but at the heart, we are a tech first company, enabling our platform to deliver brilliant products. Our technologists are at the very heart of Starling and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Starling is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, discovering, to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five Starling values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. Here at Starling we are growing, and our first line Technology Risk (ITRM) Team is looking for an experienced, and talented Red Team Senior Operator to join our Cyber Resilience team to join our efforts in proactively identifying vulnerabilities within our systems and digital infrastructure to ensure continuous improvement in Starling's resilience. Reporting to the Technology Risk Adversarial & Cyber Resilience Testing Director, you will have responsibility for designing and executing red team operations and cyber resilience testing against Starling Bank. Operations will emulate real threat actors and target cutting edge technology in Starling Bank's platform as well as ranging across the endpoint estate. You will use emerging threat intelligence to inform and develop effective attacks. Key Responsibilities include: Red Team testing Support designing and executing red team operations against Starling Bank (including all scoping, planning, payload/infrastructure development execution, reporting and workshops) Identifying complex vulnerabilities and building exploits Continually improving the methodology and capability of the team Developing and documenting reusable attack components using realistic TTPs Conducting purple team exercises to validate and improve defensive measures by collaborating with the SOC team to enhance detection capabilities Assist in translating red team tactics into actionable intelligence for blue team operations Assist developing threat models and 'worst case scenario' playbooks based on emerging global risks, including APTs, insider threats and supply chain compromise and simulate real-world scenario to evaluate system and organisational resilience Cyber Resilience Technical Testing Assist cyber resilience technical testing initiatives to assess the Bank's ability to withstand and recover from cyber attacks and system disruptions, including technical simulations and controlled attack scenarios (e.g. ransomware, DDoS, data corruption) to evaluate resilience, incident response capabilities, back up integrity, failover procedures and recovery time objectives. Facilitate the identification of vulnerabilities, improvements to defence strategies and aid recovery process validation Analyse test results, validate breach scenarios, document findings and provide actionable recommendations to enhance Starling's overall cyber resilience posture You will need: Experience of working in a red team and understanding of the benefits and pitfalls of different adversarial techniques Ability to work to define rules of engagement and to show strong discipline and steady judgement, working both independently or as part of a team Experience conducting security testing against cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure) Relevant security testing certifications (e.g. OSCP, CRTO, OSMR, cloud security or similar) Familiarity with the cyber risks faced by Starling Bank and other financial institutions Sound network and operating system fundamentals (MacOS, Linux and Windows) Familiarity with modern software engineering paradigms (CI/CD, Infra as Code) The following skills and experience are desirable: Experience in Ai/Ml Systems Security, Including LLMs, transformers and model interpretability Certification such as OSCE, CCT, OSEP, OSMR or similar Prior experience in incident response, threat intelligence, or ethical hacking at an enterprise level Background in regulatory environments (e.g. ISO 27001, SOCII, GDPR or AI Act compliance) Software engineering expertise (Java, Kotlin, Go ) or reverse engineering expertise Experience and enthusiasm for blogging and speaking both internally to educate our staff and potentially externally Interview process: Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Stage 1 - 45 mins with one of the team Stage 2 - 60 mins technical interview with two team members Stage 3 - 45 min final with two executives 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling Bank is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we may process, where we may process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Starling is the UK's first and leading digital bank on a mission to fix banking! Our vision is fast technology, fair service, and honest values. All at the tap of a phone, all the time. We are about giving customers a new way to spend, save and manage their money while taking better care of the planet which has seen us become a multi-award winning bank that now employs over 2800 across five offices in London, Cardiff, Dublin, Southampton, and Manchester. Our journey started in 2014, and since then we have surpassed 3.5 million accounts (and four account types!) with 350,000 business customers. We are a fully licensed UK bank but at the heart, we are a tech first company, enabling our platform to deliver brilliant products. Our technologists are at the very heart of Starling and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Starling is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, discovering, to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five Starling values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. Here at Starling we are growing, and our first line Technology Risk (ITRM) Team is looking for an experienced, and talented Red Team Senior Operator to join our Cyber Resilience team to join our efforts in proactively identifying vulnerabilities within our systems and digital infrastructure to ensure continuous improvement in Starling's resilience. Reporting to the Technology Risk Adversarial & Cyber Resilience Testing Director, you will have responsibility for designing and executing red team operations and cyber resilience testing against Starling Bank. Operations will emulate real threat actors and target cutting edge technology in Starling Bank's platform as well as ranging across the endpoint estate. You will use emerging threat intelligence to inform and develop effective attacks. Key Responsibilities include: Red Team testing Support designing and executing red team operations against Starling Bank (including all scoping, planning, payload/infrastructure development execution, reporting and workshops) Identifying complex vulnerabilities and building exploits Continually improving the methodology and capability of the team Developing and documenting reusable attack components using realistic TTPs Conducting purple team exercises to validate and improve defensive measures by collaborating with the SOC team to enhance detection capabilities Assist in translating red team tactics into actionable intelligence for blue team operations Assist developing threat models and 'worst case scenario' playbooks based on emerging global risks, including APTs, insider threats and supply chain compromise and simulate real-world scenario to evaluate system and organisational resilience Cyber Resilience Technical Testing Assist cyber resilience technical testing initiatives to assess the Bank's ability to withstand and recover from cyber attacks and system disruptions, including technical simulations and controlled attack scenarios (e.g. ransomware, DDoS, data corruption) to evaluate resilience, incident response capabilities, back up integrity, failover procedures and recovery time objectives. Facilitate the identification of vulnerabilities, improvements to defence strategies and aid recovery process validation Analyse test results, validate breach scenarios, document findings and provide actionable recommendations to enhance Starling's overall cyber resilience posture You will need: Experience of working in a red team and understanding of the benefits and pitfalls of different adversarial techniques Ability to work to define rules of engagement and to show strong discipline and steady judgement, working both independently or as part of a team Experience conducting security testing against cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure) Relevant security testing certifications (e.g. OSCP, CRTO, OSMR, cloud security or similar) Familiarity with the cyber risks faced by Starling Bank and other financial institutions Sound network and operating system fundamentals (MacOS, Linux and Windows) Familiarity with modern software engineering paradigms (CI/CD, Infra as Code) The following skills and experience are desirable: Experience in Ai/Ml Systems Security, Including LLMs, transformers and model interpretability Certification such as OSCE, CCT, OSEP, OSMR or similar Prior experience in incident response, threat intelligence, or ethical hacking at an enterprise level Background in regulatory environments (e.g. ISO 27001, SOCII, GDPR or AI Act compliance) Software engineering expertise (Java, Kotlin, Go ) or reverse engineering expertise Experience and enthusiasm for blogging and speaking both internally to educate our staff and potentially externally Interview process: Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Stage 1 - 45 mins with one of the team Stage 2 - 60 mins technical interview with two team members Stage 3 - 45 min final with two executives 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling Bank is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we may process, where we may process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Social network you want to login/join with: Reward Gateway, part of Edenred, is a global leader in benefits and employee engagement. We help businesses attract, engage, and retain top talent through strategic reward, recognition, and well-being solutions. Guided by our shared missions-'Making the World a Better Place to Work' and 'Enriching Connections, For Good'-we're committed to transforming workplaces and improving people's daily lives. Our team embodies entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and respect. We push boundaries, speak up, and stay human, fostering a culture where imagination thrives. Your Role in our Mission Our mission is to make the world a better place to work and, to help achieve this mission, we're looking for a Campaign Manager to own the planning and execution of integrated marketing campaigns across the entire customer journey - from brand awareness, prospect acquisition through to customer retention and advocacy. You'll be responsible for delivering both targeted ABM campaigns and broader demand generation and customer marketing campaigns that support revenue growth and client success. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who's organised, execution-focused and comfortable managing multiple campaigns across different stages of the funnel. What's In It For Me? We are a well-established, stable and high-growth 'Unicorn' SaaS company with over 50 benefits in our employee benefits package including: A flexible holiday plan of up to 40 days per year £400 a year Wellbeing Allowance Private Medical Insurance Substantial bonus payments for a number of life events including pet adoption, wedding/civil ceremony, new family, retirement Employee, friends and family discounts across 1200+ retail, hospitality and lifestyle brands What You'll be Doing: Plan, build, and execute integrated marketing campaigns targeting both new prospects and existing clients - including ABM, demand generation and customer marketing initiatives. Coordinate campaign delivery across multiple channels, such as email, paid media, events, social, and web, in collaboration with internal teams (Demand Generation, Customer Marketing, Content, Digital etc.) and external agencies. Support ABM execution, managing orchestrated multi-touch programmes for high-priority accounts Develop and maintain scalable campaign processes, tools and templates to support smooth planning, collaboration, and reporting. Leverage marketing platforms (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce, 6Sense) to build, launch, and monitor campaign performance. Track and report on campaign results, using data to identify improvements and help the team iterate effectively. Experience and Skills You Need in this Role: Proven campaign marketing experience, ideally in a B2B SaaS or tech environment. A track record of delivering successful multi-channel campaigns across the entire customer journey, from brand awareness to post-sale/client engagement. Good understanding of ABM principles and tools, with hands-on experience in execution (strategy support provided). Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to keep multiple campaigns moving smoothly and on time. Proficiency with marketing automation and CRM platforms (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce, 6Sense, ) and confident using campaign data to evaluate results and recommend improvements. A collaborative approach - comfortable working cross-functionally and with external partners. The Interview Process: Telephone call with a member of the Talent Acquisition Team In-person interview with the UK Marketing Director and Senior Customer Marketing Manager Assessment task and final stage interview with the UK Marketing Director and Senior Demand Generation Manager. At Reward Gateway Edenred, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you have any specific requirements or need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment journey, please let your Talent Acquisition Partner know. Your needs are important to us, and we want to ensure an equitable experience for every candidate. Be comfortable. Be you. We want all our employees to feel comfortable bringing their passion, creativity and individuality to work. We value all cultures, backgrounds and experiences, as we truly believe that diversity drives innovation. Express yourself, join our community and help us Make the World a Better Place to Work! We hire BETTER. Find out more about Reward Gateways' approach to benefits, equality, talent, technology, empathy and what you'll get in return for joining our Mission at rg.co/lifeatrg. Reward Gateway is culture and client driven. We're obsessed with putting the "Human" in HR and are proud to have been 100% dedicated to HR for over a decade. Since 2007, we've been right by the side of the world's most innovative HR people, giving them beautiful products and tools they can use to attract, engage and retain their people. The world's most successful companies treat their people differently. They generate stock market returns of twice their peers and they have half the employee turnover. 76% of CEOs recognize that employee engagement is vital to their success but only 24% say they have a highly engaged company. Bridging that engagement gap is what drives us.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Social network you want to login/join with: Reward Gateway, part of Edenred, is a global leader in benefits and employee engagement. We help businesses attract, engage, and retain top talent through strategic reward, recognition, and well-being solutions. Guided by our shared missions-'Making the World a Better Place to Work' and 'Enriching Connections, For Good'-we're committed to transforming workplaces and improving people's daily lives. Our team embodies entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and respect. We push boundaries, speak up, and stay human, fostering a culture where imagination thrives. Your Role in our Mission Our mission is to make the world a better place to work and, to help achieve this mission, we're looking for a Campaign Manager to own the planning and execution of integrated marketing campaigns across the entire customer journey - from brand awareness, prospect acquisition through to customer retention and advocacy. You'll be responsible for delivering both targeted ABM campaigns and broader demand generation and customer marketing campaigns that support revenue growth and client success. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who's organised, execution-focused and comfortable managing multiple campaigns across different stages of the funnel. What's In It For Me? We are a well-established, stable and high-growth 'Unicorn' SaaS company with over 50 benefits in our employee benefits package including: A flexible holiday plan of up to 40 days per year £400 a year Wellbeing Allowance Private Medical Insurance Substantial bonus payments for a number of life events including pet adoption, wedding/civil ceremony, new family, retirement Employee, friends and family discounts across 1200+ retail, hospitality and lifestyle brands What You'll be Doing: Plan, build, and execute integrated marketing campaigns targeting both new prospects and existing clients - including ABM, demand generation and customer marketing initiatives. Coordinate campaign delivery across multiple channels, such as email, paid media, events, social, and web, in collaboration with internal teams (Demand Generation, Customer Marketing, Content, Digital etc.) and external agencies. Support ABM execution, managing orchestrated multi-touch programmes for high-priority accounts Develop and maintain scalable campaign processes, tools and templates to support smooth planning, collaboration, and reporting. Leverage marketing platforms (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce, 6Sense) to build, launch, and monitor campaign performance. Track and report on campaign results, using data to identify improvements and help the team iterate effectively. Experience and Skills You Need in this Role: Proven campaign marketing experience, ideally in a B2B SaaS or tech environment. A track record of delivering successful multi-channel campaigns across the entire customer journey, from brand awareness to post-sale/client engagement. Good understanding of ABM principles and tools, with hands-on experience in execution (strategy support provided). Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to keep multiple campaigns moving smoothly and on time. Proficiency with marketing automation and CRM platforms (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce, 6Sense, ) and confident using campaign data to evaluate results and recommend improvements. A collaborative approach - comfortable working cross-functionally and with external partners. The Interview Process: Telephone call with a member of the Talent Acquisition Team In-person interview with the UK Marketing Director and Senior Customer Marketing Manager Assessment task and final stage interview with the UK Marketing Director and Senior Demand Generation Manager. At Reward Gateway Edenred, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you have any specific requirements or need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment journey, please let your Talent Acquisition Partner know. Your needs are important to us, and we want to ensure an equitable experience for every candidate. Be comfortable. Be you. We want all our employees to feel comfortable bringing their passion, creativity and individuality to work. We value all cultures, backgrounds and experiences, as we truly believe that diversity drives innovation. Express yourself, join our community and help us Make the World a Better Place to Work! We hire BETTER. Find out more about Reward Gateways' approach to benefits, equality, talent, technology, empathy and what you'll get in return for joining our Mission at rg.co/lifeatrg. Reward Gateway is culture and client driven. We're obsessed with putting the "Human" in HR and are proud to have been 100% dedicated to HR for over a decade. Since 2007, we've been right by the side of the world's most innovative HR people, giving them beautiful products and tools they can use to attract, engage and retain their people. The world's most successful companies treat their people differently. They generate stock market returns of twice their peers and they have half the employee turnover. 76% of CEOs recognize that employee engagement is vital to their success but only 24% say they have a highly engaged company. Bridging that engagement gap is what drives us.
Overview Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our greatest asset is our people, so our HR team focus on ensuring we are all reaching our potential. They use their specialist expertise to help us attract great talent, enable our employees to succeed and inspire a unified culture of development across our firm. By playing a role in the recruitment and management of our people, they help change lives and influence the future of BDO. Join a driven and passionate team where you can be yourself, while also helping your colleagues to achieve their ambitions. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to advance their career in People Analytics. As a team, we work closely together to use different Workday tools to produce meaningful analysis to people across BDO. We are looking for someone to be involved in our larger reporting development projects as well as support with our ad hoc data and analytics requests. The team are constantly looking to make sure we are maximizing the tools we can use in Workday, while ensuring that what we produce is of high quality and meaningful. In this role you'll be: Leading and supporting delivery of Workday-based dashboards, reports and people data insights Taking ownership of assigned reporting and analytics projects - managing from scoping through to testing, launch and engagement Developing and enhancing strategic reporting solutions in Workday, aligned to firm-wide needs and goals Supporting routine and cyclical reporting needs, ensuring accuracy, consistency and strong data governance Exploring and testing new Workday functionality and recommending ways to improve our use of the platform Proactively engaging with stakeholders to understand their needs, surface opportunities and co-create data-led solutions Supporting Workday testing, training, documentation and education for HR and business users Identify and drive key improvements and automations to processes and reporting Support the firm in a progression towards a self-service dominated reporting suite, encouraging a live and dynamic approach to management information Technical Knowledge & Personal Qualities Advanced Workday report writer experience. Capable of utilising all Workday reporting types: Advanced, Matrix and Composite reports, Dashboards and Drive solutions (e.g. Worksheets, Discovery Boards and Slides) Proficient in creating and utilising all necessary Workday calculated field functions End-to-end Prism expertise Experience working within a central Workday team or similar structure Strong analytical and numerical ability - able to analyse data to identify trends and translate into actionable insights Able to manage data accuracy, quality and GDPR compliance Able to work as part of a collective, contributing towards a strong team bond and ensuring the whole is greater than the sum of its parts Appreciation of the importance of sustainable report development and documentation, ensuring the best practice is applied consistently Able to manage complex projects from start to finish Ability to collaborate and communicate with multiple stakeholders at all levels and across all communication formats, including leadership team and function leaders Competent managing own priorities and adhering to multiple, often conflicting, deadlines Basic understanding of Workday security an advantage, but not a prerequisite Basic Power BI and DAX skills an advantage, but not a prerequisite Experience of working within a professional services organisation an advantage, but not a prerequisite You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Overview Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our greatest asset is our people, so our HR team focus on ensuring we are all reaching our potential. They use their specialist expertise to help us attract great talent, enable our employees to succeed and inspire a unified culture of development across our firm. By playing a role in the recruitment and management of our people, they help change lives and influence the future of BDO. Join a driven and passionate team where you can be yourself, while also helping your colleagues to achieve their ambitions. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to advance their career in People Analytics. As a team, we work closely together to use different Workday tools to produce meaningful analysis to people across BDO. We are looking for someone to be involved in our larger reporting development projects as well as support with our ad hoc data and analytics requests. The team are constantly looking to make sure we are maximizing the tools we can use in Workday, while ensuring that what we produce is of high quality and meaningful. In this role you'll be: Leading and supporting delivery of Workday-based dashboards, reports and people data insights Taking ownership of assigned reporting and analytics projects - managing from scoping through to testing, launch and engagement Developing and enhancing strategic reporting solutions in Workday, aligned to firm-wide needs and goals Supporting routine and cyclical reporting needs, ensuring accuracy, consistency and strong data governance Exploring and testing new Workday functionality and recommending ways to improve our use of the platform Proactively engaging with stakeholders to understand their needs, surface opportunities and co-create data-led solutions Supporting Workday testing, training, documentation and education for HR and business users Identify and drive key improvements and automations to processes and reporting Support the firm in a progression towards a self-service dominated reporting suite, encouraging a live and dynamic approach to management information Technical Knowledge & Personal Qualities Advanced Workday report writer experience. Capable of utilising all Workday reporting types: Advanced, Matrix and Composite reports, Dashboards and Drive solutions (e.g. Worksheets, Discovery Boards and Slides) Proficient in creating and utilising all necessary Workday calculated field functions End-to-end Prism expertise Experience working within a central Workday team or similar structure Strong analytical and numerical ability - able to analyse data to identify trends and translate into actionable insights Able to manage data accuracy, quality and GDPR compliance Able to work as part of a collective, contributing towards a strong team bond and ensuring the whole is greater than the sum of its parts Appreciation of the importance of sustainable report development and documentation, ensuring the best practice is applied consistently Able to manage complex projects from start to finish Ability to collaborate and communicate with multiple stakeholders at all levels and across all communication formats, including leadership team and function leaders Competent managing own priorities and adhering to multiple, often conflicting, deadlines Basic understanding of Workday security an advantage, but not a prerequisite Basic Power BI and DAX skills an advantage, but not a prerequisite Experience of working within a professional services organisation an advantage, but not a prerequisite You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
UK Enterprise Director of Account Management Department: Customer Success Employment Type: Full Time Location: London Overview Location: UK Team: Account Management Reports to: VP Customer Success Drive Enterprise Impact. Lead Strategic Growth. Shape the Future of Freight. We're looking for a commercially driven Director of Account Management to own and grow Zencargo's UK Enterprise portfolio. You'll lead a high-performing team, manage key customer relationships, and drive expansion across complex, multi-national supply chains. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for UK Enterprise GP, NPS, and long-term customer success. You'll be: The strategic partner to our largest Enterprise customers The coach and catalyst for a team delivering retention, satisfaction, and growth The bridge between customer needs and cross-functional execution (Ops, Product, Solutions, Pricing) If you bring proven leadership in freight forwarding, a sharp commercial mindset, and a passion for delivering long-term value to global enterprises - let's talk. Key Responsibilities Own the UK Enterprise GP number (Strategic & Growth), driving retention, satisfaction, and expansion across Enterprise accounts, including support on annual tender cycles. Lead the UK Enterprise Account Management team, setting clear goals, coaching for impact, and ensuring strict account ownership Ensure Enterprise accounts are appropriately distributed and aligned to Account Manager skillsets within a strict ownership model. Partner with Customer Operations to scope capacity, agree SLAs, and secure Enterprise-dedicated support for operational stability, strategic implementations, and continuous improvement. Drive cross-functional alignment with Operations, Finance, Pricing & Procurement, Solutions, and Integrations to deliver freight forwarding excellence for Enterprise customers. Define and execute strategies to increase Enterprise platform adoption, closing feedback loops with Product Leadership and measuring impact. Create Enterprise "stickiness" through multi-stakeholder engagement, executive alignment, and programmatic value delivery across functions and geographies. Own the Enterprise budgeting process for UK volume, revenue, and margin. Deliver solutions sold during the sales cycle (JIPs), ensuring seamless execution and alignment with Enterprise customer expectations. Oversee the ramp of new Enterprise customers, prioritising integrations and onboarding to accelerate time-to-value. Expand share of wallet (new tradelanes, services, regions) in close partnership with Sales and Marketing. Provide the EMEA VP of Account Management and SLT visibility into post-close metrics (onboarding, ramp, BAU, expansion) to align on growth, retention, and risk. Proactively monitor Enterprise growth/health dashboards, manage escalations, and analyse data to identify risks/opportunities-taking decisive action. Own UK Enterprise NPS, coordinating improvement initiatives across Account Management, Customer Operations, and Product. Act as a trusted advisor to Enterprise customers, building senior, multi-threaded relationships that unlock long-term value. Provide thought leadership on Enterprise trends, market developments, and competitive dynamics to inform Zencargo's strategy. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Commercial focus: Decisions align with Enterprise EBIT/GP/Revenue/Volume and expansion targets. Leadership: Proven ability to lead a high-performing Account Management team; influence cross-functional, matrixed partners (no direct authority over Customer Operations). Cross-functional collaboration: Trusted partner to Operations, Pricing & Procurement, Solutions, Product, and Integrations with clear rationales on decisions and deployment. Strategic mindset: Balance near-term execution with long-term Enterprise growth, platform adoption, and multi-stakeholder expansion. Customer-centricity: Executive relationship management and value realisation for complex, multi-country networks. Problem-solving: Diagnose complex operational/commercial issues and implement scalable, pragmatic solutions through partners. Communication: Crisp, executive-level storytelling and influence at SLT and customer C-suite. Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic environment with evolving Enterprise priorities. Commercial metrics expertise: Command of Enterprise health and growth metrics (NPS, GP by tradelane/region, ramp KPIs, expansion pipeline, NVR). Tech stack: Proficient with ThoughtSpot, Zencargo Platform, Salesforce (SFDC), and operational tooling to track engagement, performance, and KPIs. Industry knowledge: Deep understanding of logistics, supply chain, and freight forwarding for complex Enterprise networks. Process optimisation: Experience institutionalising scalable Enterprise processes and SLA-driven ways of working with matrixed teams. Compliance & regulatory: Familiarity with UK logistics/trade regulations and Enterprise risk/governance. (Nice to have) Enterprise commercial acumen: Partnering with Pricing & Procurement on bespoke strategies, tenders, and executive narratives to win expansion.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
UK Enterprise Director of Account Management Department: Customer Success Employment Type: Full Time Location: London Overview Location: UK Team: Account Management Reports to: VP Customer Success Drive Enterprise Impact. Lead Strategic Growth. Shape the Future of Freight. We're looking for a commercially driven Director of Account Management to own and grow Zencargo's UK Enterprise portfolio. You'll lead a high-performing team, manage key customer relationships, and drive expansion across complex, multi-national supply chains. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for UK Enterprise GP, NPS, and long-term customer success. You'll be: The strategic partner to our largest Enterprise customers The coach and catalyst for a team delivering retention, satisfaction, and growth The bridge between customer needs and cross-functional execution (Ops, Product, Solutions, Pricing) If you bring proven leadership in freight forwarding, a sharp commercial mindset, and a passion for delivering long-term value to global enterprises - let's talk. Key Responsibilities Own the UK Enterprise GP number (Strategic & Growth), driving retention, satisfaction, and expansion across Enterprise accounts, including support on annual tender cycles. Lead the UK Enterprise Account Management team, setting clear goals, coaching for impact, and ensuring strict account ownership Ensure Enterprise accounts are appropriately distributed and aligned to Account Manager skillsets within a strict ownership model. Partner with Customer Operations to scope capacity, agree SLAs, and secure Enterprise-dedicated support for operational stability, strategic implementations, and continuous improvement. Drive cross-functional alignment with Operations, Finance, Pricing & Procurement, Solutions, and Integrations to deliver freight forwarding excellence for Enterprise customers. Define and execute strategies to increase Enterprise platform adoption, closing feedback loops with Product Leadership and measuring impact. Create Enterprise "stickiness" through multi-stakeholder engagement, executive alignment, and programmatic value delivery across functions and geographies. Own the Enterprise budgeting process for UK volume, revenue, and margin. Deliver solutions sold during the sales cycle (JIPs), ensuring seamless execution and alignment with Enterprise customer expectations. Oversee the ramp of new Enterprise customers, prioritising integrations and onboarding to accelerate time-to-value. Expand share of wallet (new tradelanes, services, regions) in close partnership with Sales and Marketing. Provide the EMEA VP of Account Management and SLT visibility into post-close metrics (onboarding, ramp, BAU, expansion) to align on growth, retention, and risk. Proactively monitor Enterprise growth/health dashboards, manage escalations, and analyse data to identify risks/opportunities-taking decisive action. Own UK Enterprise NPS, coordinating improvement initiatives across Account Management, Customer Operations, and Product. Act as a trusted advisor to Enterprise customers, building senior, multi-threaded relationships that unlock long-term value. Provide thought leadership on Enterprise trends, market developments, and competitive dynamics to inform Zencargo's strategy. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Commercial focus: Decisions align with Enterprise EBIT/GP/Revenue/Volume and expansion targets. Leadership: Proven ability to lead a high-performing Account Management team; influence cross-functional, matrixed partners (no direct authority over Customer Operations). Cross-functional collaboration: Trusted partner to Operations, Pricing & Procurement, Solutions, Product, and Integrations with clear rationales on decisions and deployment. Strategic mindset: Balance near-term execution with long-term Enterprise growth, platform adoption, and multi-stakeholder expansion. Customer-centricity: Executive relationship management and value realisation for complex, multi-country networks. Problem-solving: Diagnose complex operational/commercial issues and implement scalable, pragmatic solutions through partners. Communication: Crisp, executive-level storytelling and influence at SLT and customer C-suite. Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic environment with evolving Enterprise priorities. Commercial metrics expertise: Command of Enterprise health and growth metrics (NPS, GP by tradelane/region, ramp KPIs, expansion pipeline, NVR). Tech stack: Proficient with ThoughtSpot, Zencargo Platform, Salesforce (SFDC), and operational tooling to track engagement, performance, and KPIs. Industry knowledge: Deep understanding of logistics, supply chain, and freight forwarding for complex Enterprise networks. Process optimisation: Experience institutionalising scalable Enterprise processes and SLA-driven ways of working with matrixed teams. Compliance & regulatory: Familiarity with UK logistics/trade regulations and Enterprise risk/governance. (Nice to have) Enterprise commercial acumen: Partnering with Pricing & Procurement on bespoke strategies, tenders, and executive narratives to win expansion.
Flowdesk's mission is to build a global financial institution for digital assets, one designed from the ground up for market integrity and efficiency. To achieve this in a rapidly evolving market, we apply a disciplined, first-principles approach to everything we do. This approach is embedded in our core services, from institutional liquidity provision, trading solutions, OTC execution to our comprehensive treasury management offerings. This is how we cut through the noise and build robust and scalable systems across all our business lines. Therefore, we seek individuals who are driven by this systematic approach. Joining Flowdesk means you will be a key contributor in building and scaling a more transparent and efficient financial markets infrastructure. As a SecOps Lead at Flowdesk, you will be the principal point of contact for our Managed Detection and Response partner, ensuring rapid, coordinated responses to security incidents and continually enhancing Flowdesk's security posture. Your mission will be to Serve as the primary interface for our MDR partner: manage the relationship, hold regular service reviews, and verify all SLAs are met. Act as incident commander during security events, coordinating with IT, engineering, and business teams to ensure swift containment and recovery. Review and tune security alerts with the MDR provider, refining detection rules to minimize false positives and improve threat identification accuracy. Develop, track, and report on key MDR performance indicators (KPIs) to leadership, highlighting trends and the effectiveness of security operations. Maintain and evolve our security incident response plan (IRP) and playbooks with the MDR provider; identify and close gaps in tools, processes, and policies. Communicate technical security issues effectively to all stakeholders, translating risks into business terms and offering actionable guidance on best practices. Contribute to a wide range of cybersecurity initiatives beyond traditional SecOps, assisting with projects in vulnerability management, cloud security, data protection, and governance, risk & compliance to strengthen our overall security posture. Deep understanding of the incident response lifecycle (preparation, identification, containment, eradication, recovery, lessons learned). Proven experience managing and responding to complex security incidents. Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar). Ability to query data, analyze logs, and understand how data sources feed into threat detection. Strong knowledge of EDR tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Carbon Black) and their role in detecting and responding to threats on endpoints. Solid understanding of network protocols, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and network traffic analysis. Familiarity with security principles and services in major cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Ability to consume and apply threat intelligence to proactively improve security controls and detection mechanisms. Experience with MacOS desired. Experience with web3 environments desired. Must be able to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Proven ability to manage third-party vendor relationships, hold partners accountable, and drive value from the service. A strong analytical mindset with the ability to critically evaluate security alerts and investigation findings to determine the root cause and appropriate response. Organized and able to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and drive projects to completion International environment (English is the main language) 100% health coverage Team events and offsites Recruitment process Are you interested in this job but feel you haven't ticked all the boxes? Don't hesitate to apply and tell us in the cover letter section why we should meet Here's what you can expect if you apply HR Call with our Tech Talent Acquisition (30') Technical interview with Our Cybersecurity Director (60') Technical Meeting with our Senior SR & Cybersecurity Engineer (30') and our Staff Site Reliability Engineer (30') Wrap up interview with our TA Team (45') C-Level interview (30') On the agenda, discussions rather than trick questions! These moments of exchange will allow you to understand how Flowdesk works and its values. But they are also (and above all) an opportunity for you to present your career path and your expectations for your next job.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Flowdesk's mission is to build a global financial institution for digital assets, one designed from the ground up for market integrity and efficiency. To achieve this in a rapidly evolving market, we apply a disciplined, first-principles approach to everything we do. This approach is embedded in our core services, from institutional liquidity provision, trading solutions, OTC execution to our comprehensive treasury management offerings. This is how we cut through the noise and build robust and scalable systems across all our business lines. Therefore, we seek individuals who are driven by this systematic approach. Joining Flowdesk means you will be a key contributor in building and scaling a more transparent and efficient financial markets infrastructure. As a SecOps Lead at Flowdesk, you will be the principal point of contact for our Managed Detection and Response partner, ensuring rapid, coordinated responses to security incidents and continually enhancing Flowdesk's security posture. Your mission will be to Serve as the primary interface for our MDR partner: manage the relationship, hold regular service reviews, and verify all SLAs are met. Act as incident commander during security events, coordinating with IT, engineering, and business teams to ensure swift containment and recovery. Review and tune security alerts with the MDR provider, refining detection rules to minimize false positives and improve threat identification accuracy. Develop, track, and report on key MDR performance indicators (KPIs) to leadership, highlighting trends and the effectiveness of security operations. Maintain and evolve our security incident response plan (IRP) and playbooks with the MDR provider; identify and close gaps in tools, processes, and policies. Communicate technical security issues effectively to all stakeholders, translating risks into business terms and offering actionable guidance on best practices. Contribute to a wide range of cybersecurity initiatives beyond traditional SecOps, assisting with projects in vulnerability management, cloud security, data protection, and governance, risk & compliance to strengthen our overall security posture. Deep understanding of the incident response lifecycle (preparation, identification, containment, eradication, recovery, lessons learned). Proven experience managing and responding to complex security incidents. Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar). Ability to query data, analyze logs, and understand how data sources feed into threat detection. Strong knowledge of EDR tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Carbon Black) and their role in detecting and responding to threats on endpoints. Solid understanding of network protocols, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and network traffic analysis. Familiarity with security principles and services in major cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Ability to consume and apply threat intelligence to proactively improve security controls and detection mechanisms. Experience with MacOS desired. Experience with web3 environments desired. Must be able to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Proven ability to manage third-party vendor relationships, hold partners accountable, and drive value from the service. A strong analytical mindset with the ability to critically evaluate security alerts and investigation findings to determine the root cause and appropriate response. Organized and able to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and drive projects to completion International environment (English is the main language) 100% health coverage Team events and offsites Recruitment process Are you interested in this job but feel you haven't ticked all the boxes? Don't hesitate to apply and tell us in the cover letter section why we should meet Here's what you can expect if you apply HR Call with our Tech Talent Acquisition (30') Technical interview with Our Cybersecurity Director (60') Technical Meeting with our Senior SR & Cybersecurity Engineer (30') and our Staff Site Reliability Engineer (30') Wrap up interview with our TA Team (45') C-Level interview (30') On the agenda, discussions rather than trick questions! These moments of exchange will allow you to understand how Flowdesk works and its values. But they are also (and above all) an opportunity for you to present your career path and your expectations for your next job.
Technical Director / Associate Director - Town Planning (North of England) Location: Flexible - offices in Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield or surrounding areas Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms in their search for a senior-level Planning professional. Are you ready to lead and grow a dynamic planning team working on some of the UK's most high-profile infrastructure and development projects? Our client is a globally recognised consultancy known for driving innovation and delivering transformative projects across energy, transport, water, housing and regeneration sectors. You'll be joining one of the UK's top-tier planning consultancies - a team that is influencing the future of sustainable development, Net Zero, ESG, and Biodiversity Net Gain. They're seeking a Technical Director or Associate Director to strengthen their Planning and Environmental team in the North of England and lead the growth of their regional presence. About the Role As a senior leader in the team, you'll be responsible for: Growing and mentoring a team of town planners across the region. Leading high-value planning commissions and directing multidisciplinary bids for major infrastructure and development projects. Managing commercial and operational aspects of projects. Driving collaboration across national teams and contributing to business development efforts. Providing expert planning guidance to a wide range of clients including central and local government, utilities, developers and infrastructure providers. Supporting career progression and technical development of junior team members. Key Projects Include National infrastructure schemes such as HS2, Transpennine Route Upgrade, and major National Highways road programmes. Renewable energy and low carbon schemes including offshore wind, hydrogen, and nuclear. Strategic land and housing projects in partnership with Homes England and local authorities. Planning advisory work to central government and regional growth partnerships. What We're Looking For RTPI Chartered Planner with a degree or postgrad qualification in Town Planning. Proven experience in consultancy or multidisciplinary environments. Strong track record in leading complex infrastructure or development projects. Excellent client-facing, commercial and team leadership skills. Ability to lead business development and build strategic relationships. A collaborative, forward-thinking approach with a passion for innovation and sustainability. Why Join? You'll be part of a business that offers more than just a job - this is a platform for influence, innovation, and leadership in planning. With industry-leading employee networks, ED&I commitments, and flexible working arrangements, this is a place where you can thrive professionally and personally. Whether your background is in strategic planning, infrastructure delivery, or client-side advisory - if you're looking to shape the future of planning in a high-impact role, we want to hear from you. Interested? Apply today or contact Josh at Penguin Recruitment for a confidential conversation. or
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Technical Director / Associate Director - Town Planning (North of England) Location: Flexible - offices in Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield or surrounding areas Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms in their search for a senior-level Planning professional. Are you ready to lead and grow a dynamic planning team working on some of the UK's most high-profile infrastructure and development projects? Our client is a globally recognised consultancy known for driving innovation and delivering transformative projects across energy, transport, water, housing and regeneration sectors. You'll be joining one of the UK's top-tier planning consultancies - a team that is influencing the future of sustainable development, Net Zero, ESG, and Biodiversity Net Gain. They're seeking a Technical Director or Associate Director to strengthen their Planning and Environmental team in the North of England and lead the growth of their regional presence. About the Role As a senior leader in the team, you'll be responsible for: Growing and mentoring a team of town planners across the region. Leading high-value planning commissions and directing multidisciplinary bids for major infrastructure and development projects. Managing commercial and operational aspects of projects. Driving collaboration across national teams and contributing to business development efforts. Providing expert planning guidance to a wide range of clients including central and local government, utilities, developers and infrastructure providers. Supporting career progression and technical development of junior team members. Key Projects Include National infrastructure schemes such as HS2, Transpennine Route Upgrade, and major National Highways road programmes. Renewable energy and low carbon schemes including offshore wind, hydrogen, and nuclear. Strategic land and housing projects in partnership with Homes England and local authorities. Planning advisory work to central government and regional growth partnerships. What We're Looking For RTPI Chartered Planner with a degree or postgrad qualification in Town Planning. Proven experience in consultancy or multidisciplinary environments. Strong track record in leading complex infrastructure or development projects. Excellent client-facing, commercial and team leadership skills. Ability to lead business development and build strategic relationships. A collaborative, forward-thinking approach with a passion for innovation and sustainability. Why Join? You'll be part of a business that offers more than just a job - this is a platform for influence, innovation, and leadership in planning. With industry-leading employee networks, ED&I commitments, and flexible working arrangements, this is a place where you can thrive professionally and personally. Whether your background is in strategic planning, infrastructure delivery, or client-side advisory - if you're looking to shape the future of planning in a high-impact role, we want to hear from you. Interested? Apply today or contact Josh at Penguin Recruitment for a confidential conversation. or
THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEER ROLE. Role Title: Assistant Director General (Director of HR & Operations) Role Nature: Volunteer Location: Home-based Time commitment: average 20 hours a week. The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteers-led think tank dedicated to supporting and advocating the application of blockchain technology in the global fight against climate change. Overview We are seeking a dedicated and experienced VOLUNTEER to fill the role of Assistant Director General (voluntary unpaid role). As the Assistant Director General, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources and operational functions within BCI. This includes HR strategy development, policy implementation, staffing, training and development, IT Support, and operational execution to ensure that our organization runs smoothly and efficiently. The ideal candidate should be an innovative leader with a passion for organizational development and an understanding of the intricacies of HR management in a non-profit context. The successful candidate will possess strong managerial skills, the ability to work collaboratively across teams, and the capacity to drive organizational performance improvement. Responsibilities Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy; Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management processes; Ensure compliance with labor regulations and best HR practices; Provide leadership and guidance to HR team members and organizational staff; Oversee the operational functionality of the organization, driving continuous improvement in processes; Oversee the IT support department; Collaborate with other directors to support the strategic growth objectives of BCI; Analyze the effectiveness of HR initiatives and operational practices; provide recommendations for process improvements; and Facilitate communication and collaboration among teams to optimize organizational performance. Education & Training Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degrees (MBA or equivalent) preferred. Relevant Experience Significant experience in human resource management or operations in a non-profit or similar environment; Proven experience as an HR leader or senior operations manager; Experience in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures; Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor legislation, and regulations; Previous experience working with volunteers or in an environment with a volunteer workforce is an advantage. Skills and Abilities Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels; Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Ability to work collaboratively in a multidimensional team environment; Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HR management systems (Workable). Join us in making a meaningful impact in the fight against climate change through innovative technologies like blockchain. Become a part of BCI's efforts and help shape the future of human capital management. Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying, and analyzing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network. Benefits You will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette. You will advance and boost your professional career by helping you to make professional connections and giving you real-world experience at the intersection between climate and emerging technologies; and Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection. Selection Process In the selection process, candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment. Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions) Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions) Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role) Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a first interview and a final interview online.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEER ROLE. Role Title: Assistant Director General (Director of HR & Operations) Role Nature: Volunteer Location: Home-based Time commitment: average 20 hours a week. The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteers-led think tank dedicated to supporting and advocating the application of blockchain technology in the global fight against climate change. Overview We are seeking a dedicated and experienced VOLUNTEER to fill the role of Assistant Director General (voluntary unpaid role). As the Assistant Director General, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources and operational functions within BCI. This includes HR strategy development, policy implementation, staffing, training and development, IT Support, and operational execution to ensure that our organization runs smoothly and efficiently. The ideal candidate should be an innovative leader with a passion for organizational development and an understanding of the intricacies of HR management in a non-profit context. The successful candidate will possess strong managerial skills, the ability to work collaboratively across teams, and the capacity to drive organizational performance improvement. Responsibilities Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy; Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management processes; Ensure compliance with labor regulations and best HR practices; Provide leadership and guidance to HR team members and organizational staff; Oversee the operational functionality of the organization, driving continuous improvement in processes; Oversee the IT support department; Collaborate with other directors to support the strategic growth objectives of BCI; Analyze the effectiveness of HR initiatives and operational practices; provide recommendations for process improvements; and Facilitate communication and collaboration among teams to optimize organizational performance. Education & Training Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degrees (MBA or equivalent) preferred. Relevant Experience Significant experience in human resource management or operations in a non-profit or similar environment; Proven experience as an HR leader or senior operations manager; Experience in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures; Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor legislation, and regulations; Previous experience working with volunteers or in an environment with a volunteer workforce is an advantage. Skills and Abilities Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels; Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Ability to work collaboratively in a multidimensional team environment; Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HR management systems (Workable). Join us in making a meaningful impact in the fight against climate change through innovative technologies like blockchain. Become a part of BCI's efforts and help shape the future of human capital management. Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying, and analyzing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network. Benefits You will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette. You will advance and boost your professional career by helping you to make professional connections and giving you real-world experience at the intersection between climate and emerging technologies; and Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection. Selection Process In the selection process, candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment. Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions) Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions) Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role) Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a first interview and a final interview online.
Overview Senior Director, Respiratory Biology - IPF & ILD in the Respiratory, Immunology and Inflammation Research Unit (RIIRU) Job purpose: Reporting to and working closely with the Head of Respiratory Biology, the Senior Director, Respiratory Biology - IPF & ILD will be responsible to build a next generation respiratory strategy for fibrotic lung diseases and to support continued progression and expansion of the existing respiratory clinical portfolio. The successful candidate will work closely with the respiratory biology team, RIIRU clinical and translational partners, and the larger GSK matrix for internal research and will be accountable to identify and help establish external academic collaborations. In addition, the Sr. Director will work closely with Business Development to identify external asset opportunities, perform due diligence, and present recommendations to the Product Area Leadership Team and RIIRU governance. Importantly, the candidate must be a recognized subject matter expert in fibrotic lung disease, including idiopathic pulmonary disease (IPF) and interstitial lung disease (ILD), and have a deep understanding of mechanisms driving disease progression as well as robust knowledge of complex human model systems and translational research. Key Responsibilities Scientific Leadership to Develop a strategic plan for the next generation of targets in IPF and ILD Support the continued development, life cycle innovation, and combinations of the existing clinical portfolio by aligning with the Disease Area Acceleration Team (DAAT) and Product Area Leadership Team (PALT) Monitor research and market trends, competitive landscape, and customer insights to identify opportunities and risks, and develop appropriate strategies to maximize market share and revenue Help build a Scientific Advisory Board to foster a network of external experts and key opinion leaders to build an innovative, next generation portfolio and advance the existing clinical portfolio Build cross-functional collaborations to perform efficient target selection and progression and support the existing clinical portfolio with key internal partners including other lines within RIIRU (clinical and translational teams), Research Technology, Precision Medicine, quantitative science teams and others Establish and maintain external partnerships including collaborations with academic institutions, contract research organizations (CROs), and other external partners to access cutting-edge technologies, complex model systems, bio-samples, and research capabilities Identify/support Business Development for the evaluation and diligence of external opportunities to complement the GSK respiratory portfolio Drive compliance and quality in the discovery of innovative respiratory assets in priority respiratory diseases and mechanisms, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and adhering to quality standards Requirements Ph.D. in relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Cell/Molecular Biology, Genetics, Pharmacology, Physical Chemistry or related field) with extensive experience in respiratory biology and pharmaceutical research Extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a focus on respiratory therapeutics and unmet need in IPF/fibrotic lung disease Experience leading and managing external collaborations and diligence of business development opportunities Proven track record of successfully leading and managing a respiratory portfolio, including research contributions to product launches and lifecycle management Strong knowledge of fibrotic respiratory diseases, pathways and mechanisms, treatment guidelines, and market dynamics Preferred Qualifications Strategic mindset with the ability to work with the Head of Respiratory Biology, the Respiratory Disease Area Acceleration Team (DAAT), the Respiratory Clinical Research Head, and aligned EDLs and MDLs to help interpret complex data and commercial trends, using biological and clinical insights to make informed decisions and provide advice on indication expansion and business development acquisitions Strong business acumen and understanding of commercial aspects, including marketing, sales, and market access Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards in the pharmaceutical industry Why GSK? Unifying science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together - so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns - as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/immunology and oncology). Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it's also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves - feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together. GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are. Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on or . The helpline is available from 8.30am to 12.00 noon Monday to Friday, during bank holidays these times and days may vary. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments, we will not be able to support you through these channels. However, we have created a UK Recruitment FAQ guide. Click the link and scroll to the Careers Section where you will find answers to multiple questions we receive Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, GSK may be required to capture and report expenses GSK incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure GSK's compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements. For more information, please visit the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) website at openpaymentsdata.cms.gov
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Overview Senior Director, Respiratory Biology - IPF & ILD in the Respiratory, Immunology and Inflammation Research Unit (RIIRU) Job purpose: Reporting to and working closely with the Head of Respiratory Biology, the Senior Director, Respiratory Biology - IPF & ILD will be responsible to build a next generation respiratory strategy for fibrotic lung diseases and to support continued progression and expansion of the existing respiratory clinical portfolio. The successful candidate will work closely with the respiratory biology team, RIIRU clinical and translational partners, and the larger GSK matrix for internal research and will be accountable to identify and help establish external academic collaborations. In addition, the Sr. Director will work closely with Business Development to identify external asset opportunities, perform due diligence, and present recommendations to the Product Area Leadership Team and RIIRU governance. Importantly, the candidate must be a recognized subject matter expert in fibrotic lung disease, including idiopathic pulmonary disease (IPF) and interstitial lung disease (ILD), and have a deep understanding of mechanisms driving disease progression as well as robust knowledge of complex human model systems and translational research. Key Responsibilities Scientific Leadership to Develop a strategic plan for the next generation of targets in IPF and ILD Support the continued development, life cycle innovation, and combinations of the existing clinical portfolio by aligning with the Disease Area Acceleration Team (DAAT) and Product Area Leadership Team (PALT) Monitor research and market trends, competitive landscape, and customer insights to identify opportunities and risks, and develop appropriate strategies to maximize market share and revenue Help build a Scientific Advisory Board to foster a network of external experts and key opinion leaders to build an innovative, next generation portfolio and advance the existing clinical portfolio Build cross-functional collaborations to perform efficient target selection and progression and support the existing clinical portfolio with key internal partners including other lines within RIIRU (clinical and translational teams), Research Technology, Precision Medicine, quantitative science teams and others Establish and maintain external partnerships including collaborations with academic institutions, contract research organizations (CROs), and other external partners to access cutting-edge technologies, complex model systems, bio-samples, and research capabilities Identify/support Business Development for the evaluation and diligence of external opportunities to complement the GSK respiratory portfolio Drive compliance and quality in the discovery of innovative respiratory assets in priority respiratory diseases and mechanisms, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and adhering to quality standards Requirements Ph.D. in relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Cell/Molecular Biology, Genetics, Pharmacology, Physical Chemistry or related field) with extensive experience in respiratory biology and pharmaceutical research Extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a focus on respiratory therapeutics and unmet need in IPF/fibrotic lung disease Experience leading and managing external collaborations and diligence of business development opportunities Proven track record of successfully leading and managing a respiratory portfolio, including research contributions to product launches and lifecycle management Strong knowledge of fibrotic respiratory diseases, pathways and mechanisms, treatment guidelines, and market dynamics Preferred Qualifications Strategic mindset with the ability to work with the Head of Respiratory Biology, the Respiratory Disease Area Acceleration Team (DAAT), the Respiratory Clinical Research Head, and aligned EDLs and MDLs to help interpret complex data and commercial trends, using biological and clinical insights to make informed decisions and provide advice on indication expansion and business development acquisitions Strong business acumen and understanding of commercial aspects, including marketing, sales, and market access Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards in the pharmaceutical industry Why GSK? Unifying science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together - so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns - as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/immunology and oncology). Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it's also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves - feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together. GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are. Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on or . The helpline is available from 8.30am to 12.00 noon Monday to Friday, during bank holidays these times and days may vary. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments, we will not be able to support you through these channels. However, we have created a UK Recruitment FAQ guide. Click the link and scroll to the Careers Section where you will find answers to multiple questions we receive Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. 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THIS IS AN UNPAID ROLE Role Title: Director of Programmes (DPG) - based in Europe or UK only. Role Nature: Volunteer Location: Home-based The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteers-led think tank supporting and advocating the application of blockchain technology in the global fight against climate change. We are looking for a passionate volunteer Director of Programmes (DPG) who takes a strategic approach to their work, builds professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and orchestrates diverse divisions to effectively and successfully implement a wide array of exciting and impactful projects. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, you will handle cross-divisional project coordination matters such as the identification and evaluation of institute-level project opportunities, integrated cross-division programme planning and project management, etc. Responsibilities: To develop programme strategy, implementation and evaluation plan in alignment with BCI's overall strategy; To coordinate projects with a diverse global team, including officers from research divisions, communications and capacity-building divisions; To engage and build relationships with relevant stakeholders to achieve synergy; To foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment, promote effective communication, knowledge sharing and critical reflection among teams; To identify key milestones and facilitate reflection and collective learning with diverse divisions and project partners; To work closely with senior management to foresee and tackle potential risks and develop mitigation strategies; To resolve potential conflicts and issues that arise during project implementation and foster a solution-based approach; To develop a programme team for overall programme execution and monitoring; and To prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate project status, achievements, and challenges to key stakeholders. Relevant Experience Demonstrated experience in leading and managing sustainability initiatives and projects. Experience in building constructive relationships with a diversity of stakeholders, such as UN agencies, governmental organizations, academic institutions, corporations, and civil society; and Experience in managing remote or distributed teams is a plus. Education & Training A relevant degree or postgraduate qualification in a sustainability-related discipline, such as computer science, environmental studies, business administration, or project management. Skills & Abilities Share the cause of BCI and be excited to work collaboratively for a climate-positive future. A natural collaborator, effective working functionally, internally, and externally. Strong leadership skills, the ability to motivate and inspire team members, and effective delegation and coordination are necessary. Being able to analyse complex problems, identify innovative solutions, and make data-driven decisions is vital. Positive, inclusive, and learning mindsets are highly valued. Excellent project management and interpersonal skills. Able to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively. Accountable to manage your own work and meet project delivery deadlines. General & Specialist Knowledge Working knowledge of the UN climate change inter-governmental processes, technology transfer and related funding mechanisms a must Strong understanding of the broad fields of knowledge related to climate change, sustainability, climate finance and blockchain technology preferred. Understanding the business aspects of blockchain and climate actions, including market dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and funding opportunities, is beneficial. Cultural sensitivity, adaptability, and the ability to navigate diverse perspectives and time zones. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office; and project management apps. This is a great first step to take to gain experience for an industry change into climate action and/or emerging tech. It is also a great opportunity for those wanting to take some time to get involved in changing the world and work with like-minded people in a prominent global event with ministerial delegations and renowned thought leaders on climate change in the world. Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organisations as well as relevant corporates to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying and analysing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network. The BCI Communications team aims to tell the BCI story and our role in driving innovation to mitigate climate change and create a cleaner and greener future. As a think-tank and advocacy group for such a major issue, we understand the importance of being a credible expert and advisor which is why it is essential to demonstrate our research-driven approach to the relevant stakeholders. Selection Process As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to open the door for candidates who may not have the prior experience they need to start, progress, or switch their careers. To recruit the most suitable, talented, or potential new members out of the volume of applications received, it is the BCI's policy to also consider inexperienced candidates to fill our voluntary unpaid roles as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. In the selection process, most candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment. Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions) Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions) Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role) Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a phone screening, first interview, and final interview online.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
THIS IS AN UNPAID ROLE Role Title: Director of Programmes (DPG) - based in Europe or UK only. Role Nature: Volunteer Location: Home-based The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteers-led think tank supporting and advocating the application of blockchain technology in the global fight against climate change. We are looking for a passionate volunteer Director of Programmes (DPG) who takes a strategic approach to their work, builds professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and orchestrates diverse divisions to effectively and successfully implement a wide array of exciting and impactful projects. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, you will handle cross-divisional project coordination matters such as the identification and evaluation of institute-level project opportunities, integrated cross-division programme planning and project management, etc. Responsibilities: To develop programme strategy, implementation and evaluation plan in alignment with BCI's overall strategy; To coordinate projects with a diverse global team, including officers from research divisions, communications and capacity-building divisions; To engage and build relationships with relevant stakeholders to achieve synergy; To foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment, promote effective communication, knowledge sharing and critical reflection among teams; To identify key milestones and facilitate reflection and collective learning with diverse divisions and project partners; To work closely with senior management to foresee and tackle potential risks and develop mitigation strategies; To resolve potential conflicts and issues that arise during project implementation and foster a solution-based approach; To develop a programme team for overall programme execution and monitoring; and To prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate project status, achievements, and challenges to key stakeholders. Relevant Experience Demonstrated experience in leading and managing sustainability initiatives and projects. Experience in building constructive relationships with a diversity of stakeholders, such as UN agencies, governmental organizations, academic institutions, corporations, and civil society; and Experience in managing remote or distributed teams is a plus. Education & Training A relevant degree or postgraduate qualification in a sustainability-related discipline, such as computer science, environmental studies, business administration, or project management. Skills & Abilities Share the cause of BCI and be excited to work collaboratively for a climate-positive future. A natural collaborator, effective working functionally, internally, and externally. Strong leadership skills, the ability to motivate and inspire team members, and effective delegation and coordination are necessary. Being able to analyse complex problems, identify innovative solutions, and make data-driven decisions is vital. Positive, inclusive, and learning mindsets are highly valued. Excellent project management and interpersonal skills. Able to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively. Accountable to manage your own work and meet project delivery deadlines. General & Specialist Knowledge Working knowledge of the UN climate change inter-governmental processes, technology transfer and related funding mechanisms a must Strong understanding of the broad fields of knowledge related to climate change, sustainability, climate finance and blockchain technology preferred. Understanding the business aspects of blockchain and climate actions, including market dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and funding opportunities, is beneficial. Cultural sensitivity, adaptability, and the ability to navigate diverse perspectives and time zones. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office; and project management apps. This is a great first step to take to gain experience for an industry change into climate action and/or emerging tech. It is also a great opportunity for those wanting to take some time to get involved in changing the world and work with like-minded people in a prominent global event with ministerial delegations and renowned thought leaders on climate change in the world. Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organisations as well as relevant corporates to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying and analysing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network. The BCI Communications team aims to tell the BCI story and our role in driving innovation to mitigate climate change and create a cleaner and greener future. As a think-tank and advocacy group for such a major issue, we understand the importance of being a credible expert and advisor which is why it is essential to demonstrate our research-driven approach to the relevant stakeholders. Selection Process As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to open the door for candidates who may not have the prior experience they need to start, progress, or switch their careers. To recruit the most suitable, talented, or potential new members out of the volume of applications received, it is the BCI's policy to also consider inexperienced candidates to fill our voluntary unpaid roles as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. In the selection process, most candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment. Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions) Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions) Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role) Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a phone screening, first interview, and final interview online.
Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do Security Continuous Monitoring Oversight Establish and lead BCG's first enterprise-wide Cybersecurity Continuous Monitoring (CSCM) program, ensuring continuous visibility into system, endpoint, network, and cloud activity. Define and implement governance models, including ownership of monitoring metrics (e.g., MTTD, MTTR, false positive rate, coverage completeness). Stand up monitoring processes and integrate telemetry sources across SIEM, EDR, identity, network, and cloud platforms. Ensure monitoring outputs are actionable, enriching detection and response activities and informing risk and compliance stakeholders. Technical Architecture & Integration Design and implement a continuous monitoring reference architecture, leveraging SIEM, SOAR, UEBA, and threat intelligence. Establish enterprise logging standards covering log coverage, retention, encryption, access, and integrity requirements. Drive automation of monitoring workflows and correlation logic to reduce dwell time and improve detection accuracy. Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to ensure real-time enrichment of event data and alignment with MITRE ATT&CK adversary tactics. Program & Capability Development Build the CCM capability from the ground up, defining the operating model, reporting cadence, and engagement with SOC, risk, and compliance. Develop and track KPIs, ensuring CCM effectiveness is measurable and communicated to senior stakeholders. Prioritize creation of top 5-10 operational dashboards and reports that provide critical enterprise visibility. Mature the function from initial operational capability (M1) toward advanced maturity, embedding continuous improvement cycles. Strategic Leadership Serve as the founding leader for the CCM function, creating the strategy, roadmap, and tactical build plan. Partner with enterprise stakeholders across IT, Risk, and Security to align monitoring with business risk tolerance and resilience objectives. Influence senior leaders by translating technical telemetry insights into business-relevant intelligence. Build, inspire, and retain a high-performing team of analysts and engineers over time, leveraging both full-time staff and contractors. Advise senior leadership (via SecOPS) on monitoring-driven insights, risks, and mitigation recommendations. What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree (or equivalent). Master's preferred. 10+ years in cybersecurity operations, with at least 5 years in security monitoring, SOC leadership, or equivalent detection & response functions. Proven track record of building or maturing monitoring capabilities (SIEM, SOAR, telemetry pipelines, UEBA, threat intel integration). Knowledge of log ingestion, normalization, correlation, and enrichment processes. Familiarity with leading monitoring technologies: Splunk, DataDog, Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike Falcon, Azure/AWS/GCP telemetry, threat intelligence platforms. Expertise in metrics-driven monitoring: defining, tracking, and reporting MTTD, MTTR, false positive rates, and coverage completeness. Familiarity with frameworks like NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, and ISO 27001, with experience applying these to monitoring. Experience in threat hunting, anomaly detection, and behavioral analytics. Strong leadership skills: able to recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team in a newly established function. Executive presence: able to present complex monitoring data and risks to senior leadership in clear, concise business terms. Additional info COMPETENCIES: Director, Cybersecurity Continuous Monitoring Leads a critical security function with measurable business impact. Establishes foundational capabilities, manages delivery, and develops a growing team to support BCG's enterprise security posture. Technical & Functional Expertise Develops and executes the continuous monitoring strategy, aligned to enterprise security goals and SecOPS direction. Demonstrates deep technical expertise in telemetry ingestion, SIEM/SOAR integration, log management, and threat intelligence enrichment. Serves as a recognized expert in monitoring and detection, providing guidance to peers and influencing related security domains. Codifies monitoring practices and standards into repeatable processes and playbooks, reducing reliance on ad hoc approaches. Evaluates and pilots emerging monitoring technologies; ensures adoption of digital tools to scale efficiency and coverage. Problem Solving & Insight Frames monitoring and detection challenges in business-relevant terms (risk, resilience, compliance). Uses data-driven methods (metrics such as MTTD, MTTR, false positives) to identify control gaps and inform improvements. Translates complex monitoring outputs into actionable insights for stakeholders across IT, Risk, and Security. Innovates in detection methodologies, leveraging behavioral analytics, anomaly detection, and adversary simulations. Acts as a problem-solver during incidents, ensuring monitoring outputs guide rapid containment and response. Effectiveness & Value Creation Leads the build-out of the CCM function from the ground up, establishing governance, processes, and reporting. Structures, plans, and executes monitoring programs and initiatives, balancing near-term needs with long-term maturity goals. Delivers measurable outcomes (visibility, faster detection, reduced dwell time) that directly enhance business resilience. Proactively manages resources, balancing full-time staff and contractors to deliver capability within deadlines. Prioritizes actions with the highest impact on reducing enterprise cyber risk. Role Model Operates with integrity, safeguarding BCG and client data through responsible monitoring practices. Promotes a culture of transparency, accountability, and data-driven decision-making in the team. Demonstrates perseverance and adaptability in building a new function with high visibility and expectations. Creates an inclusive working environment that values diverse technical and analytical perspectives. Leads by example, modeling sustainable workload practices even under incident-driven pressure. Communication, Presence & Influence Develops and delivers clear dashboards, reports, and executive communications on monitoring outputs. Shapes perspectives by translating technical monitoring metrics into risk- and business-relevant insights. Communicates effectively across technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring alignment with IT and business leaders. Leads conversations in operational reviews, incident post-mortems, and governance forums. Encourages open dialogue within the team, and fosters credibility with cross-functional partners. Teaming & Collaboration Builds strong partnerships with SOC, Offensive Security, IT Operations, and Security Architecture teams. Develops productive relationships across regions and business units to expand telemetry coverage. Works collaboratively with compliance, risk, and audit to align monitoring with enterprise governance. Anticipates and manages conflicts in data ownership, tool coverage, and priorities, resolving them constructively. Promotes knowledge-sharing across security teams, reducing silos and strengthening collective defense. People Development & Leadership Defines the vision and purpose of the CCM function, instilling clarity and purpose for the team. Coaches and mentors analysts, engineers, and contractors to expand monitoring expertise. Provides stretch opportunities for team members to develop technical and leadership skills. Balances empowerment and oversight - ensuring autonomy in monitoring activities while maintaining governance discipline. Leads quality team meetings, defines clear objectives, and ensures alignment to SecOPS priorities. Provides frequent developmental feedback, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. . click apply for full job details
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do Security Continuous Monitoring Oversight Establish and lead BCG's first enterprise-wide Cybersecurity Continuous Monitoring (CSCM) program, ensuring continuous visibility into system, endpoint, network, and cloud activity. Define and implement governance models, including ownership of monitoring metrics (e.g., MTTD, MTTR, false positive rate, coverage completeness). Stand up monitoring processes and integrate telemetry sources across SIEM, EDR, identity, network, and cloud platforms. Ensure monitoring outputs are actionable, enriching detection and response activities and informing risk and compliance stakeholders. Technical Architecture & Integration Design and implement a continuous monitoring reference architecture, leveraging SIEM, SOAR, UEBA, and threat intelligence. Establish enterprise logging standards covering log coverage, retention, encryption, access, and integrity requirements. Drive automation of monitoring workflows and correlation logic to reduce dwell time and improve detection accuracy. Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to ensure real-time enrichment of event data and alignment with MITRE ATT&CK adversary tactics. Program & Capability Development Build the CCM capability from the ground up, defining the operating model, reporting cadence, and engagement with SOC, risk, and compliance. Develop and track KPIs, ensuring CCM effectiveness is measurable and communicated to senior stakeholders. Prioritize creation of top 5-10 operational dashboards and reports that provide critical enterprise visibility. Mature the function from initial operational capability (M1) toward advanced maturity, embedding continuous improvement cycles. Strategic Leadership Serve as the founding leader for the CCM function, creating the strategy, roadmap, and tactical build plan. Partner with enterprise stakeholders across IT, Risk, and Security to align monitoring with business risk tolerance and resilience objectives. Influence senior leaders by translating technical telemetry insights into business-relevant intelligence. Build, inspire, and retain a high-performing team of analysts and engineers over time, leveraging both full-time staff and contractors. Advise senior leadership (via SecOPS) on monitoring-driven insights, risks, and mitigation recommendations. What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree (or equivalent). Master's preferred. 10+ years in cybersecurity operations, with at least 5 years in security monitoring, SOC leadership, or equivalent detection & response functions. Proven track record of building or maturing monitoring capabilities (SIEM, SOAR, telemetry pipelines, UEBA, threat intel integration). Knowledge of log ingestion, normalization, correlation, and enrichment processes. Familiarity with leading monitoring technologies: Splunk, DataDog, Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike Falcon, Azure/AWS/GCP telemetry, threat intelligence platforms. Expertise in metrics-driven monitoring: defining, tracking, and reporting MTTD, MTTR, false positive rates, and coverage completeness. Familiarity with frameworks like NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, and ISO 27001, with experience applying these to monitoring. Experience in threat hunting, anomaly detection, and behavioral analytics. Strong leadership skills: able to recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team in a newly established function. Executive presence: able to present complex monitoring data and risks to senior leadership in clear, concise business terms. Additional info COMPETENCIES: Director, Cybersecurity Continuous Monitoring Leads a critical security function with measurable business impact. Establishes foundational capabilities, manages delivery, and develops a growing team to support BCG's enterprise security posture. Technical & Functional Expertise Develops and executes the continuous monitoring strategy, aligned to enterprise security goals and SecOPS direction. Demonstrates deep technical expertise in telemetry ingestion, SIEM/SOAR integration, log management, and threat intelligence enrichment. Serves as a recognized expert in monitoring and detection, providing guidance to peers and influencing related security domains. Codifies monitoring practices and standards into repeatable processes and playbooks, reducing reliance on ad hoc approaches. Evaluates and pilots emerging monitoring technologies; ensures adoption of digital tools to scale efficiency and coverage. Problem Solving & Insight Frames monitoring and detection challenges in business-relevant terms (risk, resilience, compliance). Uses data-driven methods (metrics such as MTTD, MTTR, false positives) to identify control gaps and inform improvements. Translates complex monitoring outputs into actionable insights for stakeholders across IT, Risk, and Security. Innovates in detection methodologies, leveraging behavioral analytics, anomaly detection, and adversary simulations. Acts as a problem-solver during incidents, ensuring monitoring outputs guide rapid containment and response. Effectiveness & Value Creation Leads the build-out of the CCM function from the ground up, establishing governance, processes, and reporting. Structures, plans, and executes monitoring programs and initiatives, balancing near-term needs with long-term maturity goals. Delivers measurable outcomes (visibility, faster detection, reduced dwell time) that directly enhance business resilience. Proactively manages resources, balancing full-time staff and contractors to deliver capability within deadlines. Prioritizes actions with the highest impact on reducing enterprise cyber risk. Role Model Operates with integrity, safeguarding BCG and client data through responsible monitoring practices. Promotes a culture of transparency, accountability, and data-driven decision-making in the team. Demonstrates perseverance and adaptability in building a new function with high visibility and expectations. Creates an inclusive working environment that values diverse technical and analytical perspectives. Leads by example, modeling sustainable workload practices even under incident-driven pressure. Communication, Presence & Influence Develops and delivers clear dashboards, reports, and executive communications on monitoring outputs. Shapes perspectives by translating technical monitoring metrics into risk- and business-relevant insights. Communicates effectively across technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring alignment with IT and business leaders. Leads conversations in operational reviews, incident post-mortems, and governance forums. Encourages open dialogue within the team, and fosters credibility with cross-functional partners. Teaming & Collaboration Builds strong partnerships with SOC, Offensive Security, IT Operations, and Security Architecture teams. Develops productive relationships across regions and business units to expand telemetry coverage. Works collaboratively with compliance, risk, and audit to align monitoring with enterprise governance. Anticipates and manages conflicts in data ownership, tool coverage, and priorities, resolving them constructively. Promotes knowledge-sharing across security teams, reducing silos and strengthening collective defense. People Development & Leadership Defines the vision and purpose of the CCM function, instilling clarity and purpose for the team. Coaches and mentors analysts, engineers, and contractors to expand monitoring expertise. Provides stretch opportunities for team members to develop technical and leadership skills. Balances empowerment and oversight - ensuring autonomy in monitoring activities while maintaining governance discipline. Leads quality team meetings, defines clear objectives, and ensures alignment to SecOPS priorities. Provides frequent developmental feedback, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. . click apply for full job details
Technical Director / Associate Director - Town Planning Location: Flexible - offices in London, Birmingham, Cambridge, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield or surrounding areas Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms in their search for a senior-level Planning professional. Are you ready to lead and grow a dynamic planning team working on some of the UK's most high-profile infrastructure and development projects? Our client is a globally recognised consultancy known for driving innovation and delivering transformative projects across energy, transport, water, housing and regeneration sectors. You'll be joining one of the UK's top-tier planning consultancies - a team that is influencing the future of sustainable development, Net Zero, ESG, and Biodiversity Net Gain. They're seeking a Technical Director or Associate Director to strengthen their Planning and Environmental team in the North of England and lead the growth of their regional presence. About the Role As a senior leader in the team, you'll be responsible for: Growing and mentoring a team of town planners across the region. Leading high-value planning commissions and directing multidisciplinary bids for major infrastructure and development projects. Managing commercial and operational aspects of projects. Driving collaboration across national teams and contributing to business development efforts. Providing expert planning guidance to a wide range of clients including central and local government, utilities, developers and infrastructure providers. Supporting career progression and technical development of junior team members. Key Projects Include National infrastructure schemes such as HS2, Transpennine Route Upgrade, and major National Highways road programmes. Renewable energy and low carbon schemes including offshore wind, hydrogen, and nuclear. Strategic land and housing projects in partnership with Homes England and local authorities. Planning advisory work to central government and regional growth partnerships. What We're Looking For RTPI Chartered Planner with a degree or postgrad qualification in Town Planning. Proven experience in consultancy or multidisciplinary environments. Strong track record in leading complex infrastructure or development projects. Excellent client-facing, commercial and team leadership skills. Ability to lead business development and build strategic relationships. A collaborative, forward-thinking approach with a passion for innovation and sustainability. Why Join You'll be part of a business that offers more than just a job - this is a platform for influence, innovation, and leadership in planning. With industry-leading employee networks, ED&I commitments, and flexible working arrangements, this is a place where you can thrive professionally and personally. Whether your background is in strategic planning, infrastructure delivery, or client-side advisory - if you're looking to shape the future of planning in a high-impact role, we want to hear from you. Interested? Apply today or contact Josh at Penguin Recruitment for a confidential conversation. Email: Phone:
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Technical Director / Associate Director - Town Planning Location: Flexible - offices in London, Birmingham, Cambridge, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield or surrounding areas Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms in their search for a senior-level Planning professional. Are you ready to lead and grow a dynamic planning team working on some of the UK's most high-profile infrastructure and development projects? Our client is a globally recognised consultancy known for driving innovation and delivering transformative projects across energy, transport, water, housing and regeneration sectors. You'll be joining one of the UK's top-tier planning consultancies - a team that is influencing the future of sustainable development, Net Zero, ESG, and Biodiversity Net Gain. They're seeking a Technical Director or Associate Director to strengthen their Planning and Environmental team in the North of England and lead the growth of their regional presence. About the Role As a senior leader in the team, you'll be responsible for: Growing and mentoring a team of town planners across the region. Leading high-value planning commissions and directing multidisciplinary bids for major infrastructure and development projects. Managing commercial and operational aspects of projects. Driving collaboration across national teams and contributing to business development efforts. Providing expert planning guidance to a wide range of clients including central and local government, utilities, developers and infrastructure providers. Supporting career progression and technical development of junior team members. Key Projects Include National infrastructure schemes such as HS2, Transpennine Route Upgrade, and major National Highways road programmes. Renewable energy and low carbon schemes including offshore wind, hydrogen, and nuclear. Strategic land and housing projects in partnership with Homes England and local authorities. Planning advisory work to central government and regional growth partnerships. What We're Looking For RTPI Chartered Planner with a degree or postgrad qualification in Town Planning. Proven experience in consultancy or multidisciplinary environments. Strong track record in leading complex infrastructure or development projects. Excellent client-facing, commercial and team leadership skills. Ability to lead business development and build strategic relationships. A collaborative, forward-thinking approach with a passion for innovation and sustainability. Why Join You'll be part of a business that offers more than just a job - this is a platform for influence, innovation, and leadership in planning. With industry-leading employee networks, ED&I commitments, and flexible working arrangements, this is a place where you can thrive professionally and personally. Whether your background is in strategic planning, infrastructure delivery, or client-side advisory - if you're looking to shape the future of planning in a high-impact role, we want to hear from you. Interested? Apply today or contact Josh at Penguin Recruitment for a confidential conversation. Email: Phone:
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The Data Office is responsible for developing and implementing an enterprise-wide data strategy for BDO. Within the Data Office, the Data and Analytics team builds value-focussed data products strategically on the Enterprise Data and Analytics Platform (EDAP), internally for the firm. The Data Quality Lead sits within this growing team to provide data quality analysis on BDO's internal data, providing the business and the Data Governance team with insight into the quality of our data and where we must improve to win with data. Reporting to the Data Analytics Manager, the Data Quality Lead will be a key role in the translation of data into meaningful and actionable insights. It is also their responsibility to provide value from the wealth of data available by understanding, not only the business, but also the technical aspects of the data. They will be curious and grow their knowledge of the business and systems to get to the bottom of what stakeholders and system owners need to understand about the quality of our data. The Data Quality Lead will drive continuous improvement in BDO by highlighting any data risks found through data quality analysis of BDO system data. They will utilise their analytical expertise to support the Data Governance team in deploying the Data Quality Standards by providing robust analysis of data contained within our systems and to convey these technical elements for those stakeholders who are non-technical. You will; Strives for excellence in data quality by driving, designing, building, and managing data quality analytical products to assess and monitor BDO data quality initiatives Delivers products with the right tool, considering security, sensitivity, and a strategic versus tactical approach. Works closely with the Data Engineering counterparts to develop the building blocks to data quality analysis by understanding and contributing to the ETL processes with knowledge of project required analytical outputs. Provides expert guidance and recommendations to the business on data analysis, inclusive of data modelling and performance measurement. Understands BDO's analytical issues across streams and utilises this knowledge to maximise value from BDO's internal data quality analysis in conjunction with external data sources. Collaborates with Data Governance, business, and technical subject matter experts to provide products which focus on a holistic approach. Ensures that data quality and governance are at the forefront of thought and works to inform and enable the Data Governance team in the advancement of BDO's data maturity and strategy. Prioritises and proactively manages competing and possible conflicting data quality analysis requests. You'll be someone with; Experience in a lead role within a data quality function within a partner centric data platform. Experience in the configuration and implementation of Data Quality tools. Experience and understanding of data quality dimensions. Experience working in the field of data quality. Experience with data analysis, data science, or business intelligence. Experience with Data Catalogue tools (such as Data.World would be an advantage). A track record in making data solutions accessible for end-users. Experience of working with stakeholders to deliver a data-driven approach to decision making. Experience developing analysis using Microsoft Power BI and/or other data visualisation tools. Experience working in a large, complex multi business unit organisation or partnership. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The Data Office is responsible for developing and implementing an enterprise-wide data strategy for BDO. Within the Data Office, the Data and Analytics team builds value-focussed data products strategically on the Enterprise Data and Analytics Platform (EDAP), internally for the firm. The Data Quality Lead sits within this growing team to provide data quality analysis on BDO's internal data, providing the business and the Data Governance team with insight into the quality of our data and where we must improve to win with data. Reporting to the Data Analytics Manager, the Data Quality Lead will be a key role in the translation of data into meaningful and actionable insights. It is also their responsibility to provide value from the wealth of data available by understanding, not only the business, but also the technical aspects of the data. They will be curious and grow their knowledge of the business and systems to get to the bottom of what stakeholders and system owners need to understand about the quality of our data. The Data Quality Lead will drive continuous improvement in BDO by highlighting any data risks found through data quality analysis of BDO system data. They will utilise their analytical expertise to support the Data Governance team in deploying the Data Quality Standards by providing robust analysis of data contained within our systems and to convey these technical elements for those stakeholders who are non-technical. You will; Strives for excellence in data quality by driving, designing, building, and managing data quality analytical products to assess and monitor BDO data quality initiatives Delivers products with the right tool, considering security, sensitivity, and a strategic versus tactical approach. Works closely with the Data Engineering counterparts to develop the building blocks to data quality analysis by understanding and contributing to the ETL processes with knowledge of project required analytical outputs. Provides expert guidance and recommendations to the business on data analysis, inclusive of data modelling and performance measurement. Understands BDO's analytical issues across streams and utilises this knowledge to maximise value from BDO's internal data quality analysis in conjunction with external data sources. Collaborates with Data Governance, business, and technical subject matter experts to provide products which focus on a holistic approach. Ensures that data quality and governance are at the forefront of thought and works to inform and enable the Data Governance team in the advancement of BDO's data maturity and strategy. Prioritises and proactively manages competing and possible conflicting data quality analysis requests. You'll be someone with; Experience in a lead role within a data quality function within a partner centric data platform. Experience in the configuration and implementation of Data Quality tools. Experience and understanding of data quality dimensions. Experience working in the field of data quality. Experience with data analysis, data science, or business intelligence. Experience with Data Catalogue tools (such as Data.World would be an advantage). A track record in making data solutions accessible for end-users. Experience of working with stakeholders to deliver a data-driven approach to decision making. Experience developing analysis using Microsoft Power BI and/or other data visualisation tools. Experience working in a large, complex multi business unit organisation or partnership. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
ROLE OVERVIEW Croud is a global, full service digital marketing agency with a unique business model that helps businesses drive sustainable growth in the new world of marketing. Croud was recently named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work for the second year in a row, and was named Performance Marketing Employer of the Year by PMW. At Croud, we unlock potential by elevating our people, clients, and communities within a rapidly advancing and complex economy. We operate as a unique scaled network of Intelligent, Creative Specialists, enabling us to deliver superior brand outcomes and unlock potential for our people, our clients and our communities. Our culture is strategically driven and inspired by a shared long-term vision. It is collaborative and connected, with a focus on continuous learning and mutual support. We are energised by future thinking, driving innovation to achieve better outcomes. We are instinctively generous, actively including and empowering our people. Above all, we are purpose-driven, committed to positively impacting our people, the planet, and our global communities. We're looking for a Creative Analytics Director to elevate our approach to data and analytics and prove the value of social-first creativity for our clients. A successful candidate has an entrepreneurial spirit, can engage clients in creative insights, and can drive strategic thinking into client solutions. This role will build the bridge between Croud (media) and Born Social (creative). RESPONSIBILITIES Leading the Creative Analytics Practice Define and evolve our approach to measuring creative effectiveness, positioning Born Social as a leader in social-first analytics. Thought Leadership Act as the internal and external voice of creative analytics, elevating Born Social & Croud's profile through innovative thinking, industry contributions, client workshops, and thought leadership publications. Measurement Frameworks Develop, implement, and oversee measurement frameworks that clearly demonstrate the impact and effectiveness of our creative output across client campaigns. Client Advisory Provide senior-level strategic consultation to clients, helping them understand, adopt, and leverage best-in-class measurement solutions. Integration with Croud & Born Social Act as the primary connection point for Born Socialto the wider Croud analytics practice, ensuring alignment, collaboration, and the adoption of best practices across the group. Team Leadership and Development Lead and mentor the Creative Analytics team, developing talent, growing expertise, and fostering a culture of curiosity and continuous improvement. Innovation & Product Development Proactively explore and introduce new analytics methodologies, tools, and technologies to continuously enhance our offering. Business Growth & New Business Support Contribute actively to new business initiatives, representing the analytics practice in pitches, proposals, and client engagements. PERSON SPECIFICATION Senior Analytics Expertise: You have extensive experience (8+ years) in analytics, insights, or measurement roles, ideally within an agency environment, with a deep understanding of social media analytics, marketing effectiveness, and creative impact. Thought Leader: Proven ability to establish thought leadership in analytics and measurement, including speaking engagements, published content, or industry recognition. Strategic Mindset: Highly skilled in developing and implementing measurement frameworks, capable of translating complex data into clear, actionable insights. Collaborative Connector: Adept at building relationships across internal teams and external client stakeholders, aligning objectives, and delivering impactful solutions Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with advanced analytics techniques, tools (e.g., Datorama, Tableau), and methods such as Marketing Mix Modelling, attribution modelling, and A/B testing. Coding experience (Python, SQL) is advantageous but not essential. Experience with social analytics tools (Sprinklr preferred) and familiar with social platform metrics (eg. Meta, TikTok, Pinterest, Snap). Growth-Oriented Leader: Ambitious and driven to continually elevate our analytics offering, inspire your team, and deliver measurable client impact. COMPANY BENEFITS Croud operates a hybrid working model with a minimum of 3 days a week based in our London office and the remaining days from home if you wish. Croud offers a clear path to progression for all members of staff. We are committed to offering development opportunities alongside a support system of regular performance reviews. The opportunities are endless! On completion of the three-month probation period, every employee is eligible for the benefits listed on our careers site which include: 25 days holiday per year with the option to purchase an additional 5 days Discretionary annual performance based incentive Sales Commission Sabbatical: Paid sabbatical at 7 years with an option to take it unpaid at 5 years Recruitment Referral Bonus Health & Wellbeing Contribution Ride to Work Scheme Railcard & Season Ticket Loan Home Office Equipment (chair and screen) Office Perks: Free fruit, breakfast cereals, lunches twice a week, snacks, and tea/coffee Enhanced Family Leave: Including primary and secondary family leave, extended parental leave, and shared family leave. Life Assurance & Income Protection Medical Cash Plan Pension Learning & Development: Access to Croud Campus, curated third-party learning platforms, and an IPA Membership with subsidised training and events Peer Recognition: Through our "Bonusly" program Team Off-Sites & Social Events Year-round Holiday Celebrations Flexible Working Options A Day to Make a Difference Standard hours are from 9.00am to 5.30pm, there's flexibility if agreed in advance with your linemanagers (it may also be necessary on occasions to work outside of these hours). Croud is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. All candidates will be assessed based on merit, qualifications and their ability to perform the requirements of the role. OUR VALUES At Croud, our vision centres around the idea of unlocking potential. We do this by elevating everyone in an inclusive and progressive culture, empowering individuals to deliver their best work. This means we build better brand outcomes, and unlock potential for our people, our clients and our communities. We live and breathe five core values that foster a culture where everyone can thrive. Our commitment to elevating each other is fundamental to both our cultural and business success. The ideal candidate will excel in and demonstrate the following: In it together - our value on integration, collaboration and outcomes Eye on the future - our value on futurism, creativity and passion Generous in spirit - our value on people, development and inclusion Do what you say - our value on integrity and accountability Make a difference - our value on purpose and impact
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
ROLE OVERVIEW Croud is a global, full service digital marketing agency with a unique business model that helps businesses drive sustainable growth in the new world of marketing. Croud was recently named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work for the second year in a row, and was named Performance Marketing Employer of the Year by PMW. At Croud, we unlock potential by elevating our people, clients, and communities within a rapidly advancing and complex economy. We operate as a unique scaled network of Intelligent, Creative Specialists, enabling us to deliver superior brand outcomes and unlock potential for our people, our clients and our communities. Our culture is strategically driven and inspired by a shared long-term vision. It is collaborative and connected, with a focus on continuous learning and mutual support. We are energised by future thinking, driving innovation to achieve better outcomes. We are instinctively generous, actively including and empowering our people. Above all, we are purpose-driven, committed to positively impacting our people, the planet, and our global communities. We're looking for a Creative Analytics Director to elevate our approach to data and analytics and prove the value of social-first creativity for our clients. A successful candidate has an entrepreneurial spirit, can engage clients in creative insights, and can drive strategic thinking into client solutions. This role will build the bridge between Croud (media) and Born Social (creative). RESPONSIBILITIES Leading the Creative Analytics Practice Define and evolve our approach to measuring creative effectiveness, positioning Born Social as a leader in social-first analytics. Thought Leadership Act as the internal and external voice of creative analytics, elevating Born Social & Croud's profile through innovative thinking, industry contributions, client workshops, and thought leadership publications. Measurement Frameworks Develop, implement, and oversee measurement frameworks that clearly demonstrate the impact and effectiveness of our creative output across client campaigns. Client Advisory Provide senior-level strategic consultation to clients, helping them understand, adopt, and leverage best-in-class measurement solutions. Integration with Croud & Born Social Act as the primary connection point for Born Socialto the wider Croud analytics practice, ensuring alignment, collaboration, and the adoption of best practices across the group. Team Leadership and Development Lead and mentor the Creative Analytics team, developing talent, growing expertise, and fostering a culture of curiosity and continuous improvement. Innovation & Product Development Proactively explore and introduce new analytics methodologies, tools, and technologies to continuously enhance our offering. Business Growth & New Business Support Contribute actively to new business initiatives, representing the analytics practice in pitches, proposals, and client engagements. PERSON SPECIFICATION Senior Analytics Expertise: You have extensive experience (8+ years) in analytics, insights, or measurement roles, ideally within an agency environment, with a deep understanding of social media analytics, marketing effectiveness, and creative impact. Thought Leader: Proven ability to establish thought leadership in analytics and measurement, including speaking engagements, published content, or industry recognition. Strategic Mindset: Highly skilled in developing and implementing measurement frameworks, capable of translating complex data into clear, actionable insights. Collaborative Connector: Adept at building relationships across internal teams and external client stakeholders, aligning objectives, and delivering impactful solutions Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with advanced analytics techniques, tools (e.g., Datorama, Tableau), and methods such as Marketing Mix Modelling, attribution modelling, and A/B testing. Coding experience (Python, SQL) is advantageous but not essential. Experience with social analytics tools (Sprinklr preferred) and familiar with social platform metrics (eg. Meta, TikTok, Pinterest, Snap). Growth-Oriented Leader: Ambitious and driven to continually elevate our analytics offering, inspire your team, and deliver measurable client impact. COMPANY BENEFITS Croud operates a hybrid working model with a minimum of 3 days a week based in our London office and the remaining days from home if you wish. Croud offers a clear path to progression for all members of staff. We are committed to offering development opportunities alongside a support system of regular performance reviews. The opportunities are endless! On completion of the three-month probation period, every employee is eligible for the benefits listed on our careers site which include: 25 days holiday per year with the option to purchase an additional 5 days Discretionary annual performance based incentive Sales Commission Sabbatical: Paid sabbatical at 7 years with an option to take it unpaid at 5 years Recruitment Referral Bonus Health & Wellbeing Contribution Ride to Work Scheme Railcard & Season Ticket Loan Home Office Equipment (chair and screen) Office Perks: Free fruit, breakfast cereals, lunches twice a week, snacks, and tea/coffee Enhanced Family Leave: Including primary and secondary family leave, extended parental leave, and shared family leave. Life Assurance & Income Protection Medical Cash Plan Pension Learning & Development: Access to Croud Campus, curated third-party learning platforms, and an IPA Membership with subsidised training and events Peer Recognition: Through our "Bonusly" program Team Off-Sites & Social Events Year-round Holiday Celebrations Flexible Working Options A Day to Make a Difference Standard hours are from 9.00am to 5.30pm, there's flexibility if agreed in advance with your linemanagers (it may also be necessary on occasions to work outside of these hours). Croud is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. All candidates will be assessed based on merit, qualifications and their ability to perform the requirements of the role. OUR VALUES At Croud, our vision centres around the idea of unlocking potential. We do this by elevating everyone in an inclusive and progressive culture, empowering individuals to deliver their best work. This means we build better brand outcomes, and unlock potential for our people, our clients and our communities. We live and breathe five core values that foster a culture where everyone can thrive. Our commitment to elevating each other is fundamental to both our cultural and business success. The ideal candidate will excel in and demonstrate the following: In it together - our value on integration, collaboration and outcomes Eye on the future - our value on futurism, creativity and passion Generous in spirit - our value on people, development and inclusion Do what you say - our value on integrity and accountability Make a difference - our value on purpose and impact
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Total Package: £62,500 (London) £59,250 (Milton Keynes) £57,500 (East Kilbride) Contract: Permanent and full time. Youll be required to work in line with FCDO policies on hybrid working, which involves a minimum of 60% in the office. Location: London, Milton Keynes or East Kilbride with extensive opportunities for travel. We lead the UKs diplomatic, development and consular work around the world. We employ around 17,000 staff in our global network of 281 offices worldwide. Our UK-based staff work in King Charles Street in London, Abercrombie House in East Kilbride and in Milton Keynes. Your role with us Our Information and Digital Directorate is responsible for delivering the Foreign Secretarys ambition to make the FCDO the most technologically integrated and innovative foreign ministry in the world. This will involve harnessing digital, data, technology, IT security and information management as we deliver our diplomatic, development and consular aims, all while keeping our people and information safe, especially from hostile actors. When you join us in this role, youll leadon the technical design of systems and services, explore the benefits of aligning them across government, and collaborate with your colleagues on a range of problems that require broad architectural thinking. Providing guidance and advice to other technical architects in the Directorate, and mentoring other members of your team, youll have plenty of opportunities to learn, develop your technical expertise, understand how an international organisation works and build your leadership and mentoring skills. In addition, well offer you access to a great online learning platform, the opportunity to attend industry events, and the chance to network with technology leaders in other government departments. Who were looking for To be a success in this important role you should have well developed technical expertise of M365, Azure, AWS, cloud networks, telephony and digital systems, and experience of working with scaled agile frameworks and implementations. Well expect you to have worked with optimal technical designs through an iterative process, and with the design and review processes for new solutions and services, and you should also be capable of presenting recommendations for improvements to technologies or systems. A committed champion of the development of technical architectural practice, youll be capable of ensuring a consistent strategy across cyber, cloud, data centre, storage, network, mobile and the user experience of infrastructure. And as youll be coaching and mentoring other members of the architectural community and engaging with development opportunities across government, youll possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You must be a British citizen at the time of your application, and youll be required to attain Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance. Please note that obtaining DV clearance can take approximately three months depending on your individual circumstances. For more information about this process, click here. We encourage applications from all communities, so that we reflect the very best of 21st century Britain. Everyone here gets the support to develop their skills and capabilities as well as benefits that help to make the most of life in and out of work, including a Civil Service pension. Use your talent and experience to shape our nations future, and deliver tangible improvements to millions of lives, including your own. JBRP1_UKTJ
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Total Package: £62,500 (London) £59,250 (Milton Keynes) £57,500 (East Kilbride) Contract: Permanent and full time. Youll be required to work in line with FCDO policies on hybrid working, which involves a minimum of 60% in the office. Location: London, Milton Keynes or East Kilbride with extensive opportunities for travel. We lead the UKs diplomatic, development and consular work around the world. We employ around 17,000 staff in our global network of 281 offices worldwide. Our UK-based staff work in King Charles Street in London, Abercrombie House in East Kilbride and in Milton Keynes. Your role with us Our Information and Digital Directorate is responsible for delivering the Foreign Secretarys ambition to make the FCDO the most technologically integrated and innovative foreign ministry in the world. This will involve harnessing digital, data, technology, IT security and information management as we deliver our diplomatic, development and consular aims, all while keeping our people and information safe, especially from hostile actors. When you join us in this role, youll leadon the technical design of systems and services, explore the benefits of aligning them across government, and collaborate with your colleagues on a range of problems that require broad architectural thinking. Providing guidance and advice to other technical architects in the Directorate, and mentoring other members of your team, youll have plenty of opportunities to learn, develop your technical expertise, understand how an international organisation works and build your leadership and mentoring skills. In addition, well offer you access to a great online learning platform, the opportunity to attend industry events, and the chance to network with technology leaders in other government departments. Who were looking for To be a success in this important role you should have well developed technical expertise of M365, Azure, AWS, cloud networks, telephony and digital systems, and experience of working with scaled agile frameworks and implementations. Well expect you to have worked with optimal technical designs through an iterative process, and with the design and review processes for new solutions and services, and you should also be capable of presenting recommendations for improvements to technologies or systems. A committed champion of the development of technical architectural practice, youll be capable of ensuring a consistent strategy across cyber, cloud, data centre, storage, network, mobile and the user experience of infrastructure. And as youll be coaching and mentoring other members of the architectural community and engaging with development opportunities across government, youll possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You must be a British citizen at the time of your application, and youll be required to attain Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance. Please note that obtaining DV clearance can take approximately three months depending on your individual circumstances. For more information about this process, click here. We encourage applications from all communities, so that we reflect the very best of 21st century Britain. Everyone here gets the support to develop their skills and capabilities as well as benefits that help to make the most of life in and out of work, including a Civil Service pension. Use your talent and experience to shape our nations future, and deliver tangible improvements to millions of lives, including your own. JBRP1_UKTJ
