Grayce
Manchester, Lancashire
Overview Graduate Technology Roles - Software Development, QA Testing, DevOps & other opportunities (via the Graduate Development Programme) Location: North West, UK Application Requirements Right to work in the UK unsponsored for the duration of the programme Ability to work on site, five days per week Some roles require a high level of security clearance. For these, applicants must have been based in the UK for the last five years as a minimum Grayce is not on the UK Border Agency's Sponsor Register and is unable to sponsor work visas. Why Grayce? Grayce specialises in delivering change and transformation for some of the UK's most ambitious organisations. For over a decade, we have partnered with FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 companies to deploy high performing early career talent across major programmes of work. Our Accelerated Development Programme offers a structured, fast track route into industry. You will gain hands on experience with leading organisations while developing professional skills, earning industry recognised qualifications, and receiving dedicated coaching and mentoring throughout your journey. About Our Opportunities Grayce is seeking motivated graduates to join our Graduate Development Programme and begin their careers in technology. We are recruiting across a range of roles and are looking for individuals who demonstrate curiosity, adaptability, strong communication skills and a structured, analytical approach to problem solving. At Grayce, you will be supported by expert coaching and structured development while working with some of the UK's most respected organisations - from FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 companies to global technology leaders. You will join a team focused on continuous learning, collaboration and delivering measurable impact. Software Development Support the design, development and maintenance of enterprise level applications, contributing to feature development, engineering tasks and defect resolution. QA Testing Support software quality assurance through test preparation, execution, documentation and remediation activities, with opportunities to progress into automation or performance testing. DevOps Assist in the deployment, monitoring and optimisation of software systems, supporting automation, environment configuration, performance monitoring and operational improvements. Information Security Contribute to protecting systems and data by supporting security monitoring, incident response, vulnerability assessment and policy or control implementation. Service Desk / Service Management Provide first line technical support by triaging incidents, resolving service requests, escalating issues appropriately and supporting efficient IT service operations. What Makes a Great Grayce Analyst Academic Background Technical Skills (advantageous) An interest in building capability in areas such as: Programming languages including Java, Python or similar Test automation, BDD practices and tools such as Cucumber Performance testing concepts Cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure or similar) Infrastructure as code principles and basic scripting CI/CD concepts, version control and deployment practices Microservices and containerisation concepts Agile delivery methodologies and tools such as Jira and Confluence Professional Skills Strong communication, structured thinking, stakeholder engagement, organisation and a commitment to continuous learning. Why Work for Us? Hands on experience working full time onsite with leading organisations, supported by accredited training and industry aligned development. Delivery You will typically work with one client during your time at Grayce, delivering high quality outcomes in a structured, professional environment. Dedicated coaching and support throughout your placement and development journey. Progression Completion of a minimum of six industry recognised accreditations, with clear pathways for progression and salary growth. 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering confidential financial, legal, health and wellbeing support. Notes The following content appears to be related to application submission, form fields and status messages and is not part of the role description. It has been omitted to keep the focus on the job content.
Overview Graduate Technology Roles - Software Development, QA Testing, DevOps & other opportunities (via the Graduate Development Programme) Location: North West, UK Application Requirements Right to work in the UK unsponsored for the duration of the programme Ability to work on site, five days per week Some roles require a high level of security clearance. For these, applicants must have been based in the UK for the last five years as a minimum Grayce is not on the UK Border Agency's Sponsor Register and is unable to sponsor work visas. Why Grayce? Grayce specialises in delivering change and transformation for some of the UK's most ambitious organisations. For over a decade, we have partnered with FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 companies to deploy high performing early career talent across major programmes of work. Our Accelerated Development Programme offers a structured, fast track route into industry. You will gain hands on experience with leading organisations while developing professional skills, earning industry recognised qualifications, and receiving dedicated coaching and mentoring throughout your journey. About Our Opportunities Grayce is seeking motivated graduates to join our Graduate Development Programme and begin their careers in technology. We are recruiting across a range of roles and are looking for individuals who demonstrate curiosity, adaptability, strong communication skills and a structured, analytical approach to problem solving. At Grayce, you will be supported by expert coaching and structured development while working with some of the UK's most respected organisations - from FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 companies to global technology leaders. You will join a team focused on continuous learning, collaboration and delivering measurable impact. Software Development Support the design, development and maintenance of enterprise level applications, contributing to feature development, engineering tasks and defect resolution. QA Testing Support software quality assurance through test preparation, execution, documentation and remediation activities, with opportunities to progress into automation or performance testing. DevOps Assist in the deployment, monitoring and optimisation of software systems, supporting automation, environment configuration, performance monitoring and operational improvements. Information Security Contribute to protecting systems and data by supporting security monitoring, incident response, vulnerability assessment and policy or control implementation. Service Desk / Service Management Provide first line technical support by triaging incidents, resolving service requests, escalating issues appropriately and supporting efficient IT service operations. What Makes a Great Grayce Analyst Academic Background Technical Skills (advantageous) An interest in building capability in areas such as: Programming languages including Java, Python or similar Test automation, BDD practices and tools such as Cucumber Performance testing concepts Cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure or similar) Infrastructure as code principles and basic scripting CI/CD concepts, version control and deployment practices Microservices and containerisation concepts Agile delivery methodologies and tools such as Jira and Confluence Professional Skills Strong communication, structured thinking, stakeholder engagement, organisation and a commitment to continuous learning. Why Work for Us? Hands on experience working full time onsite with leading organisations, supported by accredited training and industry aligned development. Delivery You will typically work with one client during your time at Grayce, delivering high quality outcomes in a structured, professional environment. Dedicated coaching and support throughout your placement and development journey. Progression Completion of a minimum of six industry recognised accreditations, with clear pathways for progression and salary growth. 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering confidential financial, legal, health and wellbeing support. Notes The following content appears to be related to application submission, form fields and status messages and is not part of the role description. It has been omitted to keep the focus on the job content.
Gartner
About the Role: Gartner Analysts are industry thought leaders who create must-have research, market predictions and best practices for a broad range of world-leading organizations. A Senior Director serves as a leader within Gartner's Business and Technology Insights (BTI) group, establishing oneself as a credible voice within their designated market at local, regional and global levels. Utilizing exceptional research and analytical skills, a Senior Director plays a significant role in producing pragmatic and provocative research which Gartner clients consume and apply to propel their business toward key objectives. They are a trusted source of advice for clients, reinforcing Gartner's value every day by engaging them via in-person meetings, virtual meetings, sales support visits and Gartner conferences to discuss complex client challenges and offer appropriate recommendations. Gartner is looking for an analyst to provide insights to our cloud service user and provider clients in the United States and beyond. As a Senior Director Analyst in the Cloud Infrastructure practice, coverage area will apply broad knowledge of IT Public Cloud, technologies, vendors (such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google GCP, Oracle OCI, Equinix), and deployment issues for our clients. Additionally, there will be a focus on non-technology aspects of digital infrastructure, including data center, pricing, and organizational challenges. This position will provide advice to clients on best practices for moving to a public Cloud (IaaS and PaaS) platform as well as specific guidance to clients on evaluating and selecting cloud vendors pricing contracts and cloud centers of excellence. This can include but is not limited to topics such as: Challenges and opportunities of the Heads of Infrastructure & Operations Cloud strategies Hybrid digital infrastructure Multi-cloud architectures Cloud Platforms Cloud Security Cloud Native Infrastructure Strategic Cloud Platform Services / Cloud infrastructure and platform services (CIPS, IaaS, PaaS), Consulting, implementation, integration, or runtime services associated with these Impact on and of GenAI on Heads of Infrastructure & Operations SaaS implementation on top of cloud infrastructure sometimes known as SaaS Ops. Industry cloud implementations (for specific sectors) Cloud governance Sovereign Cloud Cloud Sustainability Edge Infrastructure Solutions Colocation Cloud & Digital transformation Integration with SaaS At Gartner, we emphasize cutting edge thinking, disciplined analysis and most important, actionability. We are passionate about helping clients solve business problems. If this resonates with you, and you have the skills and experience we are looking for, we'd like to hear from you. What you will do: Create innovative, thought provoking, and highly leveraged "must-have insight" content You will work with a collaborative team of highly experienced analysts and advisors to build authoritative insight and advice that directly addresses the priorities and challenges of cloud service provider clients. Serving as an authority on the technology market, buyer behavior, and local market implications (including regulatory and compliance) that affect the way cloud services are delivered across North America. Develop new insight and ideas through thought leadership and offer compelling, actionable approaches to client's needs and requests that accelerate the client's ability to act Develop in-depth analysis to identify the root cause of a client's barriers or overall needs and reframe thinking to drive strategy forward Demonstrate thought leadership in establishing insights positions across a team of analysts Bring provocative, independent insights to Gartner leaders that can evolve the course of a research agenda Research, analyze and predict market trends and shifts to provide clients and vendors with actionable insights Provide clients and prospects with actionable advice aligned to their designated content area via virtual or face-to-face interactions Create and deliver high value presentation materials on and off stage for Gartner events, industry and professional association conferences, and client briefings Support BTI and Sales: Provide sales support serving as voice of the market to help Insights teams create content and to drive engagement with clients to make progress against their critical priorities to grow their business Provide high quality and timely content peer review Build credibility as an industry expert to represent Gartner insights, methodology and strategy Actively participate in innovation, ideation, and research discussions and collaborate effectively with peers in the Insights community Identify research process improvements or develop new processes that help the team and BTI provide excellent service delivery Be a mentor and a coach by supporting more junior team members Be client-centric while actively seeking to help clients engage regularly and often with Gartner insights and interactions What you will need: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; Graduate degree preferred 12+ years of relevant field or industry experience. Strong knowledge of business, technology, channel & go-to-market conditions Direct experience working for large vendors (such as AWS, Microsoft, Google, Oracle, IBM etc) Direct experience building a cloud selection and adoption strategy (key issues, vendors, partners and best practices) Deep understanding of the IaaS, PaaS or Cloud Infrastructure and Platform Services markets, the strengths of the hyperscalers, and the competitive landscape for adjunct IT services. Demonstrate executive presence; can immediately establish credibility with executives and additional stakeholders Strong organizational skills; ability to work under tight deadlines and produce high quality deliverables Demonstrate excellence in research and writing ability Strong written and verbal proficiency, analytical and presentation skills; ability to engage clients and respond effectively to questions Proficient in analyzing and synthesizing data; can effectively apply patterns and frameworks while drawing and defending conclusions to client challenges Strong communicator who can explain complex concepts concisely and simply Subject matter expert comfortable presenting at large and small-scale speaking engagements Strong business and financial acumen Deep knowledge of the global and competitive landscape within subject area as well as the interplay in that market Ability to work independently, while also being intrinsically motivated to collaborate across teams and support the workflow of others, in a multicultural global team Learning agile and adept with navigating highly matrixed environments Ability to represent Gartner's research methodology and strategies effectively at all levels Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% (where applicable) What you will get: Competitive salary, generous paid time off policy, charity match program, Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401K matching and more! Collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces diversity Professional development and unlimited growth opportunities LI-remote Who are we? At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world. Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities. Since our founding in 1979, we've grown to 21,000 associates globally who support 14,000 client enterprises in 90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That's why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here. What makes Gartner a great place to work? Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities - opportunities that may not even exist right now - for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance. We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients. Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations. We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work. What do we offer? Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers. In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive - working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring. Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us. . click apply for full job details
About the Role: Gartner Analysts are industry thought leaders who create must-have research, market predictions and best practices for a broad range of world-leading organizations. A Senior Director serves as a leader within Gartner's Business and Technology Insights (BTI) group, establishing oneself as a credible voice within their designated market at local, regional and global levels. Utilizing exceptional research and analytical skills, a Senior Director plays a significant role in producing pragmatic and provocative research which Gartner clients consume and apply to propel their business toward key objectives. They are a trusted source of advice for clients, reinforcing Gartner's value every day by engaging them via in-person meetings, virtual meetings, sales support visits and Gartner conferences to discuss complex client challenges and offer appropriate recommendations. Gartner is looking for an analyst to provide insights to our cloud service user and provider clients in the United States and beyond. As a Senior Director Analyst in the Cloud Infrastructure practice, coverage area will apply broad knowledge of IT Public Cloud, technologies, vendors (such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google GCP, Oracle OCI, Equinix), and deployment issues for our clients. Additionally, there will be a focus on non-technology aspects of digital infrastructure, including data center, pricing, and organizational challenges. This position will provide advice to clients on best practices for moving to a public Cloud (IaaS and PaaS) platform as well as specific guidance to clients on evaluating and selecting cloud vendors pricing contracts and cloud centers of excellence. This can include but is not limited to topics such as: Challenges and opportunities of the Heads of Infrastructure & Operations Cloud strategies Hybrid digital infrastructure Multi-cloud architectures Cloud Platforms Cloud Security Cloud Native Infrastructure Strategic Cloud Platform Services / Cloud infrastructure and platform services (CIPS, IaaS, PaaS), Consulting, implementation, integration, or runtime services associated with these Impact on and of GenAI on Heads of Infrastructure & Operations SaaS implementation on top of cloud infrastructure sometimes known as SaaS Ops. Industry cloud implementations (for specific sectors) Cloud governance Sovereign Cloud Cloud Sustainability Edge Infrastructure Solutions Colocation Cloud & Digital transformation Integration with SaaS At Gartner, we emphasize cutting edge thinking, disciplined analysis and most important, actionability. We are passionate about helping clients solve business problems. If this resonates with you, and you have the skills and experience we are looking for, we'd like to hear from you. What you will do: Create innovative, thought provoking, and highly leveraged "must-have insight" content You will work with a collaborative team of highly experienced analysts and advisors to build authoritative insight and advice that directly addresses the priorities and challenges of cloud service provider clients. Serving as an authority on the technology market, buyer behavior, and local market implications (including regulatory and compliance) that affect the way cloud services are delivered across North America. Develop new insight and ideas through thought leadership and offer compelling, actionable approaches to client's needs and requests that accelerate the client's ability to act Develop in-depth analysis to identify the root cause of a client's barriers or overall needs and reframe thinking to drive strategy forward Demonstrate thought leadership in establishing insights positions across a team of analysts Bring provocative, independent insights to Gartner leaders that can evolve the course of a research agenda Research, analyze and predict market trends and shifts to provide clients and vendors with actionable insights Provide clients and prospects with actionable advice aligned to their designated content area via virtual or face-to-face interactions Create and deliver high value presentation materials on and off stage for Gartner events, industry and professional association conferences, and client briefings Support BTI and Sales: Provide sales support serving as voice of the market to help Insights teams create content and to drive engagement with clients to make progress against their critical priorities to grow their business Provide high quality and timely content peer review Build credibility as an industry expert to represent Gartner insights, methodology and strategy Actively participate in innovation, ideation, and research discussions and collaborate effectively with peers in the Insights community Identify research process improvements or develop new processes that help the team and BTI provide excellent service delivery Be a mentor and a coach by supporting more junior team members Be client-centric while actively seeking to help clients engage regularly and often with Gartner insights and interactions What you will need: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; Graduate degree preferred 12+ years of relevant field or industry experience. Strong knowledge of business, technology, channel & go-to-market conditions Direct experience working for large vendors (such as AWS, Microsoft, Google, Oracle, IBM etc) Direct experience building a cloud selection and adoption strategy (key issues, vendors, partners and best practices) Deep understanding of the IaaS, PaaS or Cloud Infrastructure and Platform Services markets, the strengths of the hyperscalers, and the competitive landscape for adjunct IT services. Demonstrate executive presence; can immediately establish credibility with executives and additional stakeholders Strong organizational skills; ability to work under tight deadlines and produce high quality deliverables Demonstrate excellence in research and writing ability Strong written and verbal proficiency, analytical and presentation skills; ability to engage clients and respond effectively to questions Proficient in analyzing and synthesizing data; can effectively apply patterns and frameworks while drawing and defending conclusions to client challenges Strong communicator who can explain complex concepts concisely and simply Subject matter expert comfortable presenting at large and small-scale speaking engagements Strong business and financial acumen Deep knowledge of the global and competitive landscape within subject area as well as the interplay in that market Ability to work independently, while also being intrinsically motivated to collaborate across teams and support the workflow of others, in a multicultural global team Learning agile and adept with navigating highly matrixed environments Ability to represent Gartner's research methodology and strategies effectively at all levels Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% (where applicable) What you will get: Competitive salary, generous paid time off policy, charity match program, Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401K matching and more! Collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces diversity Professional development and unlimited growth opportunities LI-remote Who are we? At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world. Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities. Since our founding in 1979, we've grown to 21,000 associates globally who support 14,000 client enterprises in 90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That's why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here. What makes Gartner a great place to work? Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities - opportunities that may not even exist right now - for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance. We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients. Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations. We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work. What do we offer? Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers. In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive - working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring. Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us. . click apply for full job details
