Community Action Association of Pennsylvania is excited to announce an amazing opportunity to work at one of our 43 Community Action Member Agencies. The Community Action Agency of Delaware County, Inc. (CAADC) is a provider, non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation founded in 1979, and has served as the premier economic development and social services provider in Delaware County for almost 45 years. We employ over 150 staff members who provide social services, property management, and construction management to thousands of clients annually. The senior management team is comprised of long-term, experienced, and loyal employees who are committed to working collaboratively to deliver programs and services in support of the agency's mission. Position Summary: While we provide a range of social services to help individuals in the community in need of assistance, we also operate programs designed to generate revenue for the agency. In this role, you would have the ability to expand on existing or identify new revenue-generating economic development opportunities, as well as strengthen the types of social service programs we currently manage. In addition, CAADC strives to deliver these services collaboratively with support from local government officials. This requires a high level of awareness of and sensitivity to this ongoing dynamic, which means that the ability to navigate the political landscape is critical. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Assist in overseeing the ongoing operations of the Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Real Estate Operations teams, as well as Maintenance and Fleet Operations Management. Identify, develop, and implement economic development opportunities for new or additional services in support of the agency's mission, as well as other funding sources. Provide recommendations, reports, procedures, and other communication tools as needed. Represent the agency to external constituents and stakeholders. Supervise, monitor, and assess the effectiveness of the agency's social services, including, but not limited to: Increasing operational efficiency. Ensuring performance to plan and budget. Reviewing the agency's operating policies and making recommendations regarding improvements to operational systems, practices, and policies to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Identify opportunities and implement action plans for ongoing staff development and succession planning. Work closely with the CEO in developing and executing strategic initiatives. Serve as a trusted advisor and collaborative partner to the CEO and other leaders. Collaborate with CEO on agency Board of Directors operations and effectiveness. Qualifications And Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field is required from an accredited college or university. An MBA or master's degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Non-Profit Management, Public Administration, Finance, or Operations) is preferred. Requires a minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in organizations, preferably in institutional management, economic development, housing development, workforce development, and/or social services. An appropriate combination of education and experience that fulfills the knowledge and experience base required for this position, including training/education and work experience as it relates to the nonprofit sector, with a proven track record in operational management or leadership roles. Familiarity with nonprofit governance, fundraising, and community engagement. This position requires an individual with strong leadership skills to lead diverse teams and foster a collaborative environment. The successful candidate will be a strategic, collaborative, entrepreneurial, and creative individual who has a strong level of business acumen and is also resourceful and politically astute with a demonstrated track record of managing teams in providing a variety of services to the community within a mission-driven environment. The individual must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written, combined with strong interpersonal skills. The ability to work well with people from different cultural and socio-economic backgrounds is crucial to this position. Position Objectives: Prior experience in leading teams required. Experience in developing and starting new ventures preferred. Being adept at, and having a demonstrated track record of, identifying resources and sources of funding to finance both existing as well as new projects and programs in furtherance of the agency's mission. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strategic relationships and partnerships with external stakeholders such as community-based organizations, business support groups, industry associations, etc. Strong executive presence to establish rapport and collaborative working relationships with all levels of leadership and staff as well as community members. Ability to exercise political astuteness and savviness in working with community members leaders and elected officials. Operate in a fast-paced environment that involves multiple, sometimes competing priorities, along with management of complex project details and timelines which could result in a certain level of stress. Passion for working hard while being motivated, resourceful, and flexible to meet the needs of the organization and the demands of the clients served. Outstanding negotiation and conflict management skills. Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with various stakeholders. Knowledge of or experience with federal, state, and local government funding requirements. Proven success in managing and serving both a diverse workforce and clientele. Ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment. Demonstrated discretion and excellent judgment in handling sensitive and confidential matters. Proficiency in utilizing the Internet, cloud-based software, services, and applications, as well as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Working Conditions and Requirements: Required to work on-site to perform the duties of this position. This is a role that cannot be performed virtually. Perform the essential job functions consistently, safely, and successfully with federal, state, and local standards. Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly on the telephone, in person, and through virtual meeting tools. Stand, walk, maneuver stairs, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. Work at a computer for extended periods. May have to lift and/or move heavy objects which may be up to 15 pounds. Meet specific vision capabilities including close, distance, and peripheral vision, as well as depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional local and regional travel to and from meetings; some overnight travel may be required. We have recently completed a $3.5 million renovation to our primary headquarters located in Boothwyn, PA. The Agency also provides services from six other locations throughout Delaware County. All applicants must submit a resume and cover letter in order to be considered for the position. What We Offer: Paid Time Off: Generous vacation and sick leave policies, as well as paid holidays. CAADC provides all full-time employees with seventeen (17) days (pro-rated, based on start date) of paid vacation annually; the amount of PTO increases in increments based on years of service. A full vacation policy will be provided during onboarding. Twelve (12) sick days per year (Pro-rated). Ten (10) paid holidays. Professional Development: Opportunities for training and education, including workshops and courses. Employee Assistance Programs, EAP: Support services for personal and family issues, including counseling and wellness resources. Life and Disability Insurance: Protection for employees and their families in the event of unforeseen circumstances. CAADC provides a life insurance policy for all-time staff in the amount of 1 annual salary available twelve months after the service date. Wellness Programs: Initiatives that encourage healthy lifestyles, CAADC offers all employees a complimentary fully equipped gym located onsite. Team Building Activities: Regular company-sponsored events and outings to foster teamwork and camaraderie among employees. The Agency celebrates birthdays monthly (Hosted by the Fun Committee). Discount Programs: Perks that provide discounts on various services and products, enhancing overall employee satisfaction, i.e., Pet Insurance and Pre-Paid Legal.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
Community Action Association of Pennsylvania is excited to announce an amazing opportunity to work at one of our 43 Community Action Member Agencies. The Community Action Agency of Delaware County, Inc. (CAADC) is a provider, non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation founded in 1979, and has served as the premier economic development and social services provider in Delaware County for almost 45 years. We employ over 150 staff members who provide social services, property management, and construction management to thousands of clients annually. The senior management team is comprised of long-term, experienced, and loyal employees who are committed to working collaboratively to deliver programs and services in support of the agency's mission. Position Summary: While we provide a range of social services to help individuals in the community in need of assistance, we also operate programs designed to generate revenue for the agency. In this role, you would have the ability to expand on existing or identify new revenue-generating economic development opportunities, as well as strengthen the types of social service programs we currently manage. In addition, CAADC strives to deliver these services collaboratively with support from local government officials. This requires a high level of awareness of and sensitivity to this ongoing dynamic, which means that the ability to navigate the political landscape is critical. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Assist in overseeing the ongoing operations of the Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Real Estate Operations teams, as well as Maintenance and Fleet Operations Management. Identify, develop, and implement economic development opportunities for new or additional services in support of the agency's mission, as well as other funding sources. Provide recommendations, reports, procedures, and other communication tools as needed. Represent the agency to external constituents and stakeholders. Supervise, monitor, and assess the effectiveness of the agency's social services, including, but not limited to: Increasing operational efficiency. Ensuring performance to plan and budget. Reviewing the agency's operating policies and making recommendations regarding improvements to operational systems, practices, and policies to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Identify opportunities and implement action plans for ongoing staff development and succession planning. Work closely with the CEO in developing and executing strategic initiatives. Serve as a trusted advisor and collaborative partner to the CEO and other leaders. Collaborate with CEO on agency Board of Directors operations and effectiveness. Qualifications And Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field is required from an accredited college or university. An MBA or master's degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Non-Profit Management, Public Administration, Finance, or Operations) is preferred. Requires a minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in organizations, preferably in institutional management, economic development, housing development, workforce development, and/or social services. An appropriate combination of education and experience that fulfills the knowledge and experience base required for this position, including training/education and work experience as it relates to the nonprofit sector, with a proven track record in operational management or leadership roles. Familiarity with nonprofit governance, fundraising, and community engagement. This position requires an individual with strong leadership skills to lead diverse teams and foster a collaborative environment. The successful candidate will be a strategic, collaborative, entrepreneurial, and creative individual who has a strong level of business acumen and is also resourceful and politically astute with a demonstrated track record of managing teams in providing a variety of services to the community within a mission-driven environment. The individual must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written, combined with strong interpersonal skills. The ability to work well with people from different cultural and socio-economic backgrounds is crucial to this position. Position Objectives: Prior experience in leading teams required. Experience in developing and starting new ventures preferred. Being adept at, and having a demonstrated track record of, identifying resources and sources of funding to finance both existing as well as new projects and programs in furtherance of the agency's mission. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strategic relationships and partnerships with external stakeholders such as community-based organizations, business support groups, industry associations, etc. Strong executive presence to establish rapport and collaborative working relationships with all levels of leadership and staff as well as community members. Ability to exercise political astuteness and savviness in working with community members leaders and elected officials. Operate in a fast-paced environment that involves multiple, sometimes competing priorities, along with management of complex project details and timelines which could result in a certain level of stress. Passion for working hard while being motivated, resourceful, and flexible to meet the needs of the organization and the demands of the clients served. Outstanding negotiation and conflict management skills. Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with various stakeholders. Knowledge of or experience with federal, state, and local government funding requirements. Proven success in managing and serving both a diverse workforce and clientele. Ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment. Demonstrated discretion and excellent judgment in handling sensitive and confidential matters. Proficiency in utilizing the Internet, cloud-based software, services, and applications, as well as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Working Conditions and Requirements: Required to work on-site to perform the duties of this position. This is a role that cannot be performed virtually. Perform the essential job functions consistently, safely, and successfully with federal, state, and local standards. Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly on the telephone, in person, and through virtual meeting tools. Stand, walk, maneuver stairs, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. Work at a computer for extended periods. May have to lift and/or move heavy objects which may be up to 15 pounds. Meet specific vision capabilities including close, distance, and peripheral vision, as well as depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional local and regional travel to and from meetings; some overnight travel may be required. We have recently completed a $3.5 million renovation to our primary headquarters located in Boothwyn, PA. The Agency also provides services from six other locations throughout Delaware County. All applicants must submit a resume and cover letter in order to be considered for the position. What We Offer: Paid Time Off: Generous vacation and sick leave policies, as well as paid holidays. CAADC provides all full-time employees with seventeen (17) days (pro-rated, based on start date) of paid vacation annually; the amount of PTO increases in increments based on years of service. A full vacation policy will be provided during onboarding. Twelve (12) sick days per year (Pro-rated). Ten (10) paid holidays. Professional Development: Opportunities for training and education, including workshops and courses. Employee Assistance Programs, EAP: Support services for personal and family issues, including counseling and wellness resources. Life and Disability Insurance: Protection for employees and their families in the event of unforeseen circumstances. CAADC provides a life insurance policy for all-time staff in the amount of 1 annual salary available twelve months after the service date. Wellness Programs: Initiatives that encourage healthy lifestyles, CAADC offers all employees a complimentary fully equipped gym located onsite. Team Building Activities: Regular company-sponsored events and outings to foster teamwork and camaraderie among employees. The Agency celebrates birthdays monthly (Hosted by the Fun Committee). Discount Programs: Perks that provide discounts on various services and products, enhancing overall employee satisfaction, i.e., Pet Insurance and Pre-Paid Legal.
Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust The Chief Medical Officer is a pivotal Executive Board role, providing vision, professional leadership and strategic direction in the delivery of the Trust's ambitions in the provision of care, learning and research. The Chief Medical Officer will apply their clinical and wider leadership skills and experience, together with curiosity in service of driving great care, teaching and research. The post holder provides strong and effective clinical and medical leadership and engagement within the organisation and across professional boundaries and takes lead responsibility for the medical implications of clinical service strategy, service configuration, clinical performance, governance and professional conduct. The Chief Medical Officer maintains effective working relationships with the Trust's academic and healthcare partners. The post holder also champions the Trust's status as a leading University teaching hospital and major centre for research and development and is responsible for leading a portfolio of responsibilities. These change from time to time and currently includes for example infection prevention control (the CMO being the Director of Infection, Prevention and Control (DIPC), clinical audit, medicines management and medical education. Main duties of the job Provide professional clinical leadership to all Medical and Dental staff, championing the participation and engagement of clinical leaders in the management and delivery of effective and efficient care, learning and research. Ensure effective relationships are maintained between the Trust and Deanery/NHS England (post-graduate medical education), and University of Cambridge Clinical School (undergraduate medical education). Lead, from a medical perspective, the development of new models of care, fit for the future, that put patient need at the centre, harness new technology and work collaboratively with professionals in and outside the hospital. Lead and promote the Trust's research and development agenda internally and externally, ensuring that high quality research is able to flourish and is aligned with the strategic ambitions of the organisation. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with external agencies and the local community, including commissioning bodies, GPs, local politicians, health organisations, interest groups, patient reference groups, the Shelford Group, and the local media. About us Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) is an internationally renowned healthcare organisation and one of the largest and highest profile NHS teaching hospitals in the country. We deliver expert care for patients while our vibrant teaching community equips and empowers the healthcare leaders of tomorrow. CUH - Addenbrooke's and The Rosie - is a team of over 13,000 people and a range of partners who are passionate about improving people's lives. We have an annual budget of over £1.5bn and provide services as a local hospital for people in Cambridge, South and East Cambridgeshire, and as a specialist hospital for a wider population. As an academic medical centre we work across 75 medical and surgical specialties, with corporate and support teams - and health, care, academic and industry partners - to deliver care, learning and research in support of our vision of a healthier life for everyone. We are situated on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, the largest centre of life science and medical research in Europe, and aspire to develop cross-industry partnerships that further improve outcomes for patients while powering economic growth through working with some of the greatest minds in the country on cutting edge research which can then directly impact patient care. Building for the future is an essential part of our strategy, and we see this coming to fruition through our exciting plans for the development of new Cancer and Children's hospitals. Job responsibilities Please see attached Applicant Information Pack. Closing date for applications Monday 27th January 2025. Selected candidates will be invited to attend preliminary interviews with Odgers Berndtson. The final interview process with CUH will take place on a date to be confirmed in February. The preferred method of application is online at: If you are unable to apply online please email: . All applications will receive an automated response. Any postal applications should be sent directly to Carmel Gibbons, 20 Cannon Street, London, EC4M 6XD. As an executive/senior officer at CUH, you are accountable for the health and safety of employees and other persons who may be affected by the Trust's work activities in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. You must ensure workplace injuries and work-related ill-health are prevented so far as is reasonably practicable and provide strong leadership and commitment to health and safety by ensuring that the principles and practices described within the Trust's H&S Policy are discharged and embedded throughout the organisation. You must also ensure your responsibilities are discharged in accordance with the policy and that the necessary resources and infrastructure for health and safety are provided. Person Specification Please see attached applicant information pack. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust The Chief Medical Officer is a pivotal Executive Board role, providing vision, professional leadership and strategic direction in the delivery of the Trust's ambitions in the provision of care, learning and research. The Chief Medical Officer will apply their clinical and wider leadership skills and experience, together with curiosity in service of driving great care, teaching and research. The post holder provides strong and effective clinical and medical leadership and engagement within the organisation and across professional boundaries and takes lead responsibility for the medical implications of clinical service strategy, service configuration, clinical performance, governance and professional conduct. The Chief Medical Officer maintains effective working relationships with the Trust's academic and healthcare partners. The post holder also champions the Trust's status as a leading University teaching hospital and major centre for research and development and is responsible for leading a portfolio of responsibilities. These change from time to time and currently includes for example infection prevention control (the CMO being the Director of Infection, Prevention and Control (DIPC), clinical audit, medicines management and medical education. Main duties of the job Provide professional clinical leadership to all Medical and Dental staff, championing the participation and engagement of clinical leaders in the management and delivery of effective and efficient care, learning and research. Ensure effective relationships are maintained between the Trust and Deanery/NHS England (post-graduate medical education), and University of Cambridge Clinical School (undergraduate medical education). Lead, from a medical perspective, the development of new models of care, fit for the future, that put patient need at the centre, harness new technology and work collaboratively with professionals in and outside the hospital. Lead and promote the Trust's research and development agenda internally and externally, ensuring that high quality research is able to flourish and is aligned with the strategic ambitions of the organisation. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with external agencies and the local community, including commissioning bodies, GPs, local politicians, health organisations, interest groups, patient reference groups, the Shelford Group, and the local media. About us Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) is an internationally renowned healthcare organisation and one of the largest and highest profile NHS teaching hospitals in the country. We deliver expert care for patients while our vibrant teaching community equips and empowers the healthcare leaders of tomorrow. CUH - Addenbrooke's and The Rosie - is a team of over 13,000 people and a range of partners who are passionate about improving people's lives. We have an annual budget of over £1.5bn and provide services as a local hospital for people in Cambridge, South and East Cambridgeshire, and as a specialist hospital for a wider population. As an academic medical centre we work across 75 medical and surgical specialties, with corporate and support teams - and health, care, academic and industry partners - to deliver care, learning and research in support of our vision of a healthier life for everyone. We are situated on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, the largest centre of life science and medical research in Europe, and aspire to develop cross-industry partnerships that further improve outcomes for patients while powering economic growth through working with some of the greatest minds in the country on cutting edge research which can then directly impact patient care. Building for the future is an essential part of our strategy, and we see this coming to fruition through our exciting plans for the development of new Cancer and Children's hospitals. Job responsibilities Please see attached Applicant Information Pack. Closing date for applications Monday 27th January 2025. Selected candidates will be invited to attend preliminary interviews with Odgers Berndtson. The final interview process with CUH will take place on a date to be confirmed in February. The preferred method of application is online at: If you are unable to apply online please email: . All applications will receive an automated response. Any postal applications should be sent directly to Carmel Gibbons, 20 Cannon Street, London, EC4M 6XD. As an executive/senior officer at CUH, you are accountable for the health and safety of employees and other persons who may be affected by the Trust's work activities in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. You must ensure workplace injuries and work-related ill-health are prevented so far as is reasonably practicable and provide strong leadership and commitment to health and safety by ensuring that the principles and practices described within the Trust's H&S Policy are discharged and embedded throughout the organisation. You must also ensure your responsibilities are discharged in accordance with the policy and that the necessary resources and infrastructure for health and safety are provided. Person Specification Please see attached applicant information pack. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Before submitting your application, you should read our privacy notice to understand how Bupa will use, store and share your information. Divisional Associate Medical Director Apply locations: South West London Time type: Part time Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago Time left to apply: End Date: January 25, 2025 (13 days left to apply) Job requisition id: R Job Description: Divisional Associate Medical Director Cromwell Hospital, London, SW5 Permanent role Part time - 2 days per week Competitive salary & benefits package Closing Date for applications - Friday 24th January 2025 We make health happen. At Cromwell Hospital, an internationally renowned private hospital located in Kensington, the Associate Medical Director (AMD) will assist the Chief Medical Officer in supporting and developing clinical services to ensure the delivery of World Class care. The AMD will be accountable and responsible for corporate and clinical governance, clinical strategy, regulatory compliance, financial control, teaching and training, quality improvement, and clinical outcomes for their area in close partnership with their triumvirate colleagues. The post is Acute and General Medicine, Neurology, Cardiology, Gastroenterology (including endoscopy), Oncology and Radiotherapy, Paediatrics focused. How you'll help us make health happen: Assist the CMO and triumvirate with setting strategy and direction for clinical services, ensuring there is stakeholder engagement from the beginning and assisting in the operationalisation of the clinical strategy. Assist the CMO in writing Stage 2 complaint responses, attending initial incident reviews meetings, assisting and advising on Root Cause Analyses and action plans, thematic reviews in line with PSIRF (Patient Safety Incident Response Framework), sharing the learning and closing the loop from incidents and complaints. Work collaboratively with Modern Matrons and Heads of Departments within their respective divisions as a triumvirate. Work within the triumvirate to ensure regulatory compliance within respective areas and collating evidence to submit to the new CQC portal. Assisting colleagues with Departmental accreditation. Work with the Lead RMOs on necessary quality improvements such as clinical pathway design and new Standard Operating Policies. Present new technology and services to the newly created Quality Improvement and Innovation Committee, work in partnership with the commercial and consultant development teams. Ensure all audits are completed in a timely fashion for each Department and any changes or improvements to service are re-audited to complete the audit cycle. Ensure all statutory and mandatory training requirements are achieved for medical staff. Line manage one or more of the Lead Resident Medical Officers, ensuring SMART goals are agreed for the year, supporting the LRMO's career development and wellbeing. Prioritise staff engagement in order to deliver high People Pulse Scores and be ready to take action from the available feedback. Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role: Significant senior level experience in the secondary care setting; knowledgeable and experienced within the private sector. Director level, leadership experience within a health organisation. Significantly experienced within clinical governance, leading strategic policy development, performance and quality improvement. Strong experience of building and maintaining stakeholder relationships, skilled in managing highly sensitive situations with stakeholders of all levels. A compassionate, supportive and inclusive leadership style, with experience of line managing senior leaders/clinicians across a range of areas and teams. A 'world class care' mindset and a strong focus on innovation. Budget management experience. Practising secondary care clinician at consultant level. Benefits: Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health - from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family-friendly benefits. Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more: 25 days holiday, increasing through length of service, with the option to buy or sell. Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind. Pension. Annual health services bonus scheme. Onsite gyms or local discounts where no onsite gym available. Access to our confidential employee assistance programme. Various other benefits and online discounts. Why Bupa? We're a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do. We encourage all of our people to "Be you at Bupa", we champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. That's why we especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. As a Disability Confident employer, we offer a guaranteed interview for every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. We'll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them. Time Type: Part time Job Area: Clinical Services Locations: Cromwell Hospital London About Us Be at the heart of helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We employ more than 80,000 people globally who are making this a reality. If you've got the belief, the drive and the talent to help us in our ambition then we'd like to hear from you. Wherever you work, one thing stands out about Bupa people. Our customers are our passion - they're at the heart of our positively different culture of care. At Bupa you'll be challenged, you'll be encouraged to innovate, and collaborate with colleagues who are committed to delivering exceptional experiences. We trust, respect and consider everyone, knowing your difference will make the difference. Get In Touch Please introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that sounds like a good match.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
Before submitting your application, you should read our privacy notice to understand how Bupa will use, store and share your information. Divisional Associate Medical Director Apply locations: South West London Time type: Part time Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago Time left to apply: End Date: January 25, 2025 (13 days left to apply) Job requisition id: R Job Description: Divisional Associate Medical Director Cromwell Hospital, London, SW5 Permanent role Part time - 2 days per week Competitive salary & benefits package Closing Date for applications - Friday 24th January 2025 We make health happen. At Cromwell Hospital, an internationally renowned private hospital located in Kensington, the Associate Medical Director (AMD) will assist the Chief Medical Officer in supporting and developing clinical services to ensure the delivery of World Class care. The AMD will be accountable and responsible for corporate and clinical governance, clinical strategy, regulatory compliance, financial control, teaching and training, quality improvement, and clinical outcomes for their area in close partnership with their triumvirate colleagues. The post is Acute and General Medicine, Neurology, Cardiology, Gastroenterology (including endoscopy), Oncology and Radiotherapy, Paediatrics focused. How you'll help us make health happen: Assist the CMO and triumvirate with setting strategy and direction for clinical services, ensuring there is stakeholder engagement from the beginning and assisting in the operationalisation of the clinical strategy. Assist the CMO in writing Stage 2 complaint responses, attending initial incident reviews meetings, assisting and advising on Root Cause Analyses and action plans, thematic reviews in line with PSIRF (Patient Safety Incident Response Framework), sharing the learning and closing the loop from incidents and complaints. Work collaboratively with Modern Matrons and Heads of Departments within their respective divisions as a triumvirate. Work within the triumvirate to ensure regulatory compliance within respective areas and collating evidence to submit to the new CQC portal. Assisting colleagues with Departmental accreditation. Work with the Lead RMOs on necessary quality improvements such as clinical pathway design and new Standard Operating Policies. Present new technology and services to the newly created Quality Improvement and Innovation Committee, work in partnership with the commercial and consultant development teams. Ensure all audits are completed in a timely fashion for each Department and any changes or improvements to service are re-audited to complete the audit cycle. Ensure all statutory and mandatory training requirements are achieved for medical staff. Line manage one or more of the Lead Resident Medical Officers, ensuring SMART goals are agreed for the year, supporting the LRMO's career development and wellbeing. Prioritise staff engagement in order to deliver high People Pulse Scores and be ready to take action from the available feedback. Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role: Significant senior level experience in the secondary care setting; knowledgeable and experienced within the private sector. Director level, leadership experience within a health organisation. Significantly experienced within clinical governance, leading strategic policy development, performance and quality improvement. Strong experience of building and maintaining stakeholder relationships, skilled in managing highly sensitive situations with stakeholders of all levels. A compassionate, supportive and inclusive leadership style, with experience of line managing senior leaders/clinicians across a range of areas and teams. A 'world class care' mindset and a strong focus on innovation. Budget management experience. Practising secondary care clinician at consultant level. Benefits: Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health - from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family-friendly benefits. Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more: 25 days holiday, increasing through length of service, with the option to buy or sell. Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind. Pension. Annual health services bonus scheme. Onsite gyms or local discounts where no onsite gym available. Access to our confidential employee assistance programme. Various other benefits and online discounts. Why Bupa? We're a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do. We encourage all of our people to "Be you at Bupa", we champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. That's why we especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. As a Disability Confident employer, we offer a guaranteed interview for every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. We'll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them. Time Type: Part time Job Area: Clinical Services Locations: Cromwell Hospital London About Us Be at the heart of helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We employ more than 80,000 people globally who are making this a reality. If you've got the belief, the drive and the talent to help us in our ambition then we'd like to hear from you. Wherever you work, one thing stands out about Bupa people. Our customers are our passion - they're at the heart of our positively different culture of care. At Bupa you'll be challenged, you'll be encouraged to innovate, and collaborate with colleagues who are committed to delivering exceptional experiences. We trust, respect and consider everyone, knowing your difference will make the difference. Get In Touch Please introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that sounds like a good match.
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts We are looking for a new Chief Operating Officer, a central role underpinning our capability to deliver our vision and ambition as we enter this next phase in the development of our Trust. This is a rare opportunity to run the operations of one of the biggest and busiest NHS Trusts in the country. The post-holder is responsible for providing visible and transformational leadership across the Trust, having a direct influence on all 19,000 staff in the organisation. Main duties of the job The post-holder will work closely with the Medical Director and Chief Nurse in forming a central triumvirate of leadership, inspiring a culture of collaboration in developing, promoting, and delivering the Trust's strategic vision. This includes enabling diversity in all its forms, promoting staff wellbeing, and creating a just culture of learning and improvement. We seek an inclusive and inspirational leader who demonstrates our Trust values and who can build, lead, motivate and develop our multidisciplinary teams to improve performance and deliver excellent care and experience to patients. NUH is one of the biggest and busiest NHS Trusts in the country. With over 19,000 staff and a budget of around £1.7bn, we deliver a range of emergency, planned and specialist services to more than two and a half million residents of Nottinghamshire, its surrounding communities as well as those that access our specialised services from across the country. About us We are an ambitious organisation with a deep commitment to the continuous improvement of our services to deliver safe, high quality and effective care that is sustainable for the future health and wellbeing of our populations. We are the third biggest teaching hospital in the country and are proud of our strong links to the University of Nottingham, Nottingham Trent University and Loughborough University. This allows for the provision of excellent training and education for our students. We are also one of the most research active places outside of London-Oxford-Cambridge and host the National Institute for Health Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre and Nottingham Clinical Research Facilities, which together are centres of excellence for clinical research, as well as the life sciences and technology industries at which Nottingham excels. As our role in the Integrated Care System continues to evolve, we are working closely with partners to meet increasing demands and to effect sustainable system change. Through our "People First" initiative, we have set out a clear and ambitious roadmap for the future of the Trust, which demonstrates how we will address our three top priorities of flow through the hospitals, leadership and culture, and recruitment and retention. Job responsibilities Tomorrows NUH is one of the full adopter schemes in the Governments New Hospital Programme, set to receive funding towards the end of the decade. We have a unique and exciting opportunity to significantly invest in our buildings, our people, and the technology we use in ways that will make a real difference to the health and lives of the people in our local community over the longer term. In the short term, we have a substantial capital programme which will secure improvements in the short term. In addition, we are in the construction phase of the first National Rehabilitation Centre, which will open to patients in early 2025. Person Specification Qualifications Educated to degree level or equivalent qualification or experience Evidence of Continuing Professional Development Experience Demonstrable and successful experience at Board Director level or equivalent in a complex organisation, ideally within an acute provider. Significant operational experience and responsibility for meeting a range of service and performance targets Demonstrate experience of building relationships with stakeholders and partners as well as delivering across organisational boundaries Performance management of others, ensuring organisational delivery and success, including extensive experience of managing people and resources Experience of leading successful change programmes Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Salary is dependent on experience.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts We are looking for a new Chief Operating Officer, a central role underpinning our capability to deliver our vision and ambition as we enter this next phase in the development of our Trust. This is a rare opportunity to run the operations of one of the biggest and busiest NHS Trusts in the country. The post-holder is responsible for providing visible and transformational leadership across the Trust, having a direct influence on all 19,000 staff in the organisation. Main duties of the job The post-holder will work closely with the Medical Director and Chief Nurse in forming a central triumvirate of leadership, inspiring a culture of collaboration in developing, promoting, and delivering the Trust's strategic vision. This includes enabling diversity in all its forms, promoting staff wellbeing, and creating a just culture of learning and improvement. We seek an inclusive and inspirational leader who demonstrates our Trust values and who can build, lead, motivate and develop our multidisciplinary teams to improve performance and deliver excellent care and experience to patients. NUH is one of the biggest and busiest NHS Trusts in the country. With over 19,000 staff and a budget of around £1.7bn, we deliver a range of emergency, planned and specialist services to more than two and a half million residents of Nottinghamshire, its surrounding communities as well as those that access our specialised services from across the country. About us We are an ambitious organisation with a deep commitment to the continuous improvement of our services to deliver safe, high quality and effective care that is sustainable for the future health and wellbeing of our populations. We are the third biggest teaching hospital in the country and are proud of our strong links to the University of Nottingham, Nottingham Trent University and Loughborough University. This allows for the provision of excellent training and education for our students. We are also one of the most research active places outside of London-Oxford-Cambridge and host the National Institute for Health Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre and Nottingham Clinical Research Facilities, which together are centres of excellence for clinical research, as well as the life sciences and technology industries at which Nottingham excels. As our role in the Integrated Care System continues to evolve, we are working closely with partners to meet increasing demands and to effect sustainable system change. Through our "People First" initiative, we have set out a clear and ambitious roadmap for the future of the Trust, which demonstrates how we will address our three top priorities of flow through the hospitals, leadership and culture, and recruitment and retention. Job responsibilities Tomorrows NUH is one of the full adopter schemes in the Governments New Hospital Programme, set to receive funding towards the end of the decade. We have a unique and exciting opportunity to significantly invest in our buildings, our people, and the technology we use in ways that will make a real difference to the health and lives of the people in our local community over the longer term. In the short term, we have a substantial capital programme which will secure improvements in the short term. In addition, we are in the construction phase of the first National Rehabilitation Centre, which will open to patients in early 2025. Person Specification Qualifications Educated to degree level or equivalent qualification or experience Evidence of Continuing Professional Development Experience Demonstrable and successful experience at Board Director level or equivalent in a complex organisation, ideally within an acute provider. Significant operational experience and responsibility for meeting a range of service and performance targets Demonstrate experience of building relationships with stakeholders and partners as well as delivering across organisational boundaries Performance management of others, ensuring organisational delivery and success, including extensive experience of managing people and resources Experience of leading successful change programmes Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Salary is dependent on experience.
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Business Continuity and Resilience Risk Manager About the role Managing risk is integral to our business and helps ensure sustainable growth and that our customers get great outcomes. The UK Risk Office supports and drives a wide range of activity in the UK Business In order to pursue our strategic objectives we need sound risk management and in the Risk Office we lead the way in advising our business partners on how to understand their risks and act accordingly. As a Risk Manager you will be at the helm of this, driving the thinking of what we do and ensuring this is implemented effectively. Business Continuity and Resilience are vital parts of our UK Risk Office. We work with teams and senior leaders across the UK and US to ensure we are set-up for success, in a strong position to support our business and customers should anything unexpected happen. Our BCM team ensures we understand and manage our continuity risk and is truly an enabler for the UK business. And now, we are looking for a Business Continuity and Operational Resilience Risk Manager to lead that Business Continuity team, and that is where you come in. What you'll do: Business Continuity and Operational Resilience are critical to our business and ensuring we understand, evolve and implement this is fundamental. Along with that, we embed thinking on Operational Resiliency into our day to day practices, and these will be a fundamental part of your role. Working with all areas of our UK business while being the key connection point with our US counterparts you will Lead our UK Business Continuity team, organising and driving their day to day activities Continuously review, evolve and analyse the results of assessments and tests to identify relevant risks and issues, then make recommendations to accept or mitigate Drive understanding of and engagement with Business Continuity across our business and at all levels Identify and drive process improvements using your knowledge of best industry practices, and your own concepts Partner with technology teams and third parties teams to design and implement appropriate business continuity plans, along with any exit plan testing Partner with our Security and Leadership teams to ensure we are well prepared to support our business, associates and customers should the unexpected happen Be involved in delivering strong regulatory compliance to Operation Resilience, and help use that to drive resilience value across the business Work the business to train, embed and support business continuity practices What we're looking for We hire individuals, not box tickers and we want people that will really understand and lead the way in how we think about Risk, especially in the context of Business Continuity and Operational Resilience. You will need the ability to influence and drive change, deeply understand our business and continually want to learn and develop. An analytical mindset that can break down and solve complex problems and turn them into optimal solutions is critical. Other skills and competencies we are looking for include Experience in successfully running business continuity programs, including disaster recovery and related and necessary testing Knowledge of Operational Resilience regulations and embedding them business processes Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to work with people at all levels of an organisation People Leadership experience with an ability to grow and develop a team Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our Nottingham offices. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our Nottingham office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Business Continuity and Resilience Risk Manager About the role Managing risk is integral to our business and helps ensure sustainable growth and that our customers get great outcomes. The UK Risk Office supports and drives a wide range of activity in the UK Business In order to pursue our strategic objectives we need sound risk management and in the Risk Office we lead the way in advising our business partners on how to understand their risks and act accordingly. As a Risk Manager you will be at the helm of this, driving the thinking of what we do and ensuring this is implemented effectively. Business Continuity and Resilience are vital parts of our UK Risk Office. We work with teams and senior leaders across the UK and US to ensure we are set-up for success, in a strong position to support our business and customers should anything unexpected happen. Our BCM team ensures we understand and manage our continuity risk and is truly an enabler for the UK business. And now, we are looking for a Business Continuity and Operational Resilience Risk Manager to lead that Business Continuity team, and that is where you come in. What you'll do: Business Continuity and Operational Resilience are critical to our business and ensuring we understand, evolve and implement this is fundamental. Along with that, we embed thinking on Operational Resiliency into our day to day practices, and these will be a fundamental part of your role. Working with all areas of our UK business while being the key connection point with our US counterparts you will Lead our UK Business Continuity team, organising and driving their day to day activities Continuously review, evolve and analyse the results of assessments and tests to identify relevant risks and issues, then make recommendations to accept or mitigate Drive understanding of and engagement with Business Continuity across our business and at all levels Identify and drive process improvements using your knowledge of best industry practices, and your own concepts Partner with technology teams and third parties teams to design and implement appropriate business continuity plans, along with any exit plan testing Partner with our Security and Leadership teams to ensure we are well prepared to support our business, associates and customers should the unexpected happen Be involved in delivering strong regulatory compliance to Operation Resilience, and help use that to drive resilience value across the business Work the business to train, embed and support business continuity practices What we're looking for We hire individuals, not box tickers and we want people that will really understand and lead the way in how we think about Risk, especially in the context of Business Continuity and Operational Resilience. You will need the ability to influence and drive change, deeply understand our business and continually want to learn and develop. An analytical mindset that can break down and solve complex problems and turn them into optimal solutions is critical. Other skills and competencies we are looking for include Experience in successfully running business continuity programs, including disaster recovery and related and necessary testing Knowledge of Operational Resilience regulations and embedding them business processes Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to work with people at all levels of an organisation People Leadership experience with an ability to grow and develop a team Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our Nottingham offices. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our Nottingham office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Company Overview: We provide innovative solutions for Private Markets GPs and investors to help raise funds faster, and enable streamlined access to alternative asset classes. Our platform leverages cutting-edge technology to revolutionize the way GPs and investors interact with and manage their portfolios. Guided by our core values of Commitment, Connection, Change, and Challenge, we are seeking a Head of Tax Operations for our Tax Services team. Position Overview: This UK-based senior management role will be pivotal in ensuring that our client solutions continue to remain efficient, compliant with relevant Operational Tax regulations, and adapt with regulatory change. Through effective management of our people, processes, technology and change management, you will drive the Tax Operations function through a significant phase of growth. You will be responsible for leading a team to deliver a rapidly expanding portfolio of Operational Tax solutions, including Automatic Exchange of Information reporting and withholding tax obligations. You will also be responsible for identifying opportunities for change, and delivering those changes; connecting expertly with clients to understand their specific needs. You will help our Private Markets clients comfortably navigate complex regulatory landscapes by utilising your: market-leading SME knowledge in Operational Taxes; track record in leading a tax reporting function; delivery management skills; commitment to excellence; and ability to drive change. Responsibilities: Responsible for the timely, accurate and complete Operational Tax reporting to tax authorities across all relevant fund jurisdictions. Responsible for functional delivery of AEOI classification and due diligence processes for fund entities/investors. Responsible for management and delivery of relevant tax documentation processes as required for both AEOI and US Withholding tax purposes. Responsible for management of Delivery and Technical support teams, located in Mauritius and Cape Town, providing top-class leadership, coaching & development for your team through their professional development journey. Maintain a comprehensive, up to date control framework for Tax Operations, including operating procedures, technology and guides. Build strong client and internal relationships, being the day-to-day Operational Tax SME for all of our clients and internal stakeholders. Identify opportunities and collaborate with the Global Head of Tax Services, tech and product teams to ensure new and enhanced Tax Services are implemented to plan. Manage, maintain and enhance as appropriate, reporting of key Tax Services KPIs to both the Chief Operating Officer and Global Head of Tax Services. Role model best practice in Operational Tax SME knowledge, operational delivery, collaboration with operational, CRM and technology peers. Collaborate with all relevant stakeholders to deliver risk mitigation strategies for people, processes & systems when required. Maintain detailed records of deliveries, reporting regularly to the Chief Operating Officer, and updating the Accountable Lead (Global Head of Tax Services) regularly. Key Performance Indicators: Embrace Challenge and continuously work with IDR teams to push forward and grow. Embrace Change by actively championing a culture of continuous improvement. Foster Connection by developing strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders. Embrace Commitment by ensuring the service is delivered successfully. Maintaining KPIs for Tax Services at (or above) business targets. Maintaining IDR and their clients' compliance with all relevant Operational Tax regulations. Ensure management of the continuing professional development of your team. Qualifications: Excellent knowledge, both operationally and technically, of FATCA/CRS and US withholding. Track record of managing technology solutions for Operational Taxes. A proven leader, with excellent communication, influencing and problem-solving skills. Able to analyse and manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously to meet deadlines. Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field. Excellent experience of leading operational/project/technical support teams' delivery against strict deadlines. Benefits: Competitive compensation and benefits package. Hybrid working opportunities. Private Medical Cover. Matched pension funding (up to certain limits). Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
Company Overview: We provide innovative solutions for Private Markets GPs and investors to help raise funds faster, and enable streamlined access to alternative asset classes. Our platform leverages cutting-edge technology to revolutionize the way GPs and investors interact with and manage their portfolios. Guided by our core values of Commitment, Connection, Change, and Challenge, we are seeking a Head of Tax Operations for our Tax Services team. Position Overview: This UK-based senior management role will be pivotal in ensuring that our client solutions continue to remain efficient, compliant with relevant Operational Tax regulations, and adapt with regulatory change. Through effective management of our people, processes, technology and change management, you will drive the Tax Operations function through a significant phase of growth. You will be responsible for leading a team to deliver a rapidly expanding portfolio of Operational Tax solutions, including Automatic Exchange of Information reporting and withholding tax obligations. You will also be responsible for identifying opportunities for change, and delivering those changes; connecting expertly with clients to understand their specific needs. You will help our Private Markets clients comfortably navigate complex regulatory landscapes by utilising your: market-leading SME knowledge in Operational Taxes; track record in leading a tax reporting function; delivery management skills; commitment to excellence; and ability to drive change. Responsibilities: Responsible for the timely, accurate and complete Operational Tax reporting to tax authorities across all relevant fund jurisdictions. Responsible for functional delivery of AEOI classification and due diligence processes for fund entities/investors. Responsible for management and delivery of relevant tax documentation processes as required for both AEOI and US Withholding tax purposes. Responsible for management of Delivery and Technical support teams, located in Mauritius and Cape Town, providing top-class leadership, coaching & development for your team through their professional development journey. Maintain a comprehensive, up to date control framework for Tax Operations, including operating procedures, technology and guides. Build strong client and internal relationships, being the day-to-day Operational Tax SME for all of our clients and internal stakeholders. Identify opportunities and collaborate with the Global Head of Tax Services, tech and product teams to ensure new and enhanced Tax Services are implemented to plan. Manage, maintain and enhance as appropriate, reporting of key Tax Services KPIs to both the Chief Operating Officer and Global Head of Tax Services. Role model best practice in Operational Tax SME knowledge, operational delivery, collaboration with operational, CRM and technology peers. Collaborate with all relevant stakeholders to deliver risk mitigation strategies for people, processes & systems when required. Maintain detailed records of deliveries, reporting regularly to the Chief Operating Officer, and updating the Accountable Lead (Global Head of Tax Services) regularly. Key Performance Indicators: Embrace Challenge and continuously work with IDR teams to push forward and grow. Embrace Change by actively championing a culture of continuous improvement. Foster Connection by developing strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders. Embrace Commitment by ensuring the service is delivered successfully. Maintaining KPIs for Tax Services at (or above) business targets. Maintaining IDR and their clients' compliance with all relevant Operational Tax regulations. Ensure management of the continuing professional development of your team. Qualifications: Excellent knowledge, both operationally and technically, of FATCA/CRS and US withholding. Track record of managing technology solutions for Operational Taxes. A proven leader, with excellent communication, influencing and problem-solving skills. Able to analyse and manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously to meet deadlines. Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field. Excellent experience of leading operational/project/technical support teams' delivery against strict deadlines. Benefits: Competitive compensation and benefits package. Hybrid working opportunities. Private Medical Cover. Matched pension funding (up to certain limits). Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
Team: Compliance Reporting to: Chief Legal Officer About Volt: Volt is revolutionising how people pay online, globally. Our technology frees consumers from cards by letting them 'Pay by Bank'. It's effortless. It's lightning fast. It's the future. For businesses everywhere, it's transformative. We're already trusted by leading brands around the world, but the real-time revolution is only just beginning. Having raised $83.5m, we're accelerating our mission of delivering real-time payments, everywhere. And that's where you come in. We need world-class talent to create a world where consumers pay, and businesses get paid, instantly. With headquarters in London and offices in Berlin, Kraków, Warsaw, Sao Paolo and Sydney - and an all-star team already in place - we're sure you'll fit right in. About the role: We are seeking a strategic and experienced SVP of Compliance & Risk to join Volt and oversee our global compliance operations. This role is critical for ensuring compliance and managing risks across the UK, EU, US, Australia, South America, and Asia. You will be responsible for developing and executing compliance strategies that support our ambitious growth plans and navigate complex regulatory environments. What the role involves: Oversight & leadership: Fully oversee and own operational risk and compliance within the business, making sure all applicable regulations are strictly followed, and all policies are aligned with the overall company strategy. Be accountable for identifying the operational risks that the organisation faces; developing suitable policy governance, providing training and driving behavioural change and a compliance culture. Lead, mentor, and develop Compliance team, fostering a proactive and risk-aware approach. Act as a strategic business partner to the Leadership Team and culture an ethos of engagement and empowerment with risk management, escalating any compliance issues to the Board. Prepare and deliver presentations and communication to the Board and leadership on regulatory developments and potential challenges. Compliance: Define and implement a comprehensive compliance strategy, ensuring that compliance practices support the company's growth and operational needs whilst balancing risk and ensuring regulatory compliance. Proactively identify opportunities to improve overall compliance performance. Provide training to the business on the areas of responsibility and compliance, as needed including presenting to new joiners to embed a culture of compliance from day one. Develop, maintain, and revise policies, procedures, and practices for the general operation of the business, to ensure regulatory compliance. Develop and/or ensure internal controls are capable of preventing illegal activity, and detecting instances or patterns of suspicious, unethical, or improper conduct. Respond to alleged violations of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and codes of conduct by evaluating, collaborating with other departments, and recommending the initiation of investigative procedures. Develop and oversee a system for uniform handling of such violations. Ensures proper reporting of violations or potential violations to duly authorized enforcement agencies as appropriate and/or required. Promote and manage the whistleblowing policy and cultivate a psychologically safe work environment. Manage and maintain the businesses conflicts of interest register and annual renewal of disclosures. Ensure global compliance with the group's code of conduct. Risk: Proactively identify opportunities to improve overall risk monitoring, mitigation and management. Work across the enterprise and its leadership to ensure: Consistent and robust identification and mitigation of all key risks Clarity in accountability and ownership of risks Improved view of key controls Proactive, risk aware culture across the organisation Assurance to the Board, Audit Committee and Executive Leadership team. Own and manage the global risk register. Run the quarterly Risk & Audit Committee (supported by the Chief Legal Officer) and suggest risk mitigation actions and strategies and management of such risks. Fit & proper requirements Continue to meet Fit & Proper regulatory requirements across relevant jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience and a proven track record in leading compliance teams in a payment environment and handling intricate issues in a high-growth, international setting. We value an SVP of Compliance & Risk who thrives in a dynamic and diverse company culture, bringing strategic insight, exceptional judgment, and a collaborative spirit to the role. This is an exciting opportunity to build a global risk & compliance team to drive success in a forward-thinking company with a long-term vision. What happens next? Selected candidates will be invited for an initial interview with our Senior Talent Acquisition Lead. The video meeting will take about 30 minutes, Then it's time for a second interview! The meeting will be conducted by our VP of Compliance and VP Financial Crime and will last 30 minutes, As a third stage, you will meet with our Senior Legal Counsel and Chief Legal Officer during a 30 minutes call, Our SVP of People and Chief Executive Officer would also like to chat with you :) You can expect the meeting to last approximately 30-45 minutes, If successful, you will be given a job offer proposal. 25 days holiday + your birthday off Hybrid working (2 days in the office; Tuesday and Thursdays) Digital Detox: once every two months on Friday we close down all comms at Volt. The whole business is officially ordered to take the day off! Private Healthcare Enhanced Parental Leave Thursday lunch is on us Pension contribution (5% of your qualifying earnings) You will be given a MacBook when you join HQ on Tottenham Court Road with a bunch of perks such as yoga, gym, unlimited snacks At Volt, diversity and inclusion are integral to our culture. We believe in hiring for cultural add, embracing difference, and fostering a safe space where everyone can bring their authentic selves. Our mission is to transform the payments industry and this is only possible through the power of our diverse and talented team. Join us in making real-time payments accessible for all.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
Team: Compliance Reporting to: Chief Legal Officer About Volt: Volt is revolutionising how people pay online, globally. Our technology frees consumers from cards by letting them 'Pay by Bank'. It's effortless. It's lightning fast. It's the future. For businesses everywhere, it's transformative. We're already trusted by leading brands around the world, but the real-time revolution is only just beginning. Having raised $83.5m, we're accelerating our mission of delivering real-time payments, everywhere. And that's where you come in. We need world-class talent to create a world where consumers pay, and businesses get paid, instantly. With headquarters in London and offices in Berlin, Kraków, Warsaw, Sao Paolo and Sydney - and an all-star team already in place - we're sure you'll fit right in. About the role: We are seeking a strategic and experienced SVP of Compliance & Risk to join Volt and oversee our global compliance operations. This role is critical for ensuring compliance and managing risks across the UK, EU, US, Australia, South America, and Asia. You will be responsible for developing and executing compliance strategies that support our ambitious growth plans and navigate complex regulatory environments. What the role involves: Oversight & leadership: Fully oversee and own operational risk and compliance within the business, making sure all applicable regulations are strictly followed, and all policies are aligned with the overall company strategy. Be accountable for identifying the operational risks that the organisation faces; developing suitable policy governance, providing training and driving behavioural change and a compliance culture. Lead, mentor, and develop Compliance team, fostering a proactive and risk-aware approach. Act as a strategic business partner to the Leadership Team and culture an ethos of engagement and empowerment with risk management, escalating any compliance issues to the Board. Prepare and deliver presentations and communication to the Board and leadership on regulatory developments and potential challenges. Compliance: Define and implement a comprehensive compliance strategy, ensuring that compliance practices support the company's growth and operational needs whilst balancing risk and ensuring regulatory compliance. Proactively identify opportunities to improve overall compliance performance. Provide training to the business on the areas of responsibility and compliance, as needed including presenting to new joiners to embed a culture of compliance from day one. Develop, maintain, and revise policies, procedures, and practices for the general operation of the business, to ensure regulatory compliance. Develop and/or ensure internal controls are capable of preventing illegal activity, and detecting instances or patterns of suspicious, unethical, or improper conduct. Respond to alleged violations of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and codes of conduct by evaluating, collaborating with other departments, and recommending the initiation of investigative procedures. Develop and oversee a system for uniform handling of such violations. Ensures proper reporting of violations or potential violations to duly authorized enforcement agencies as appropriate and/or required. Promote and manage the whistleblowing policy and cultivate a psychologically safe work environment. Manage and maintain the businesses conflicts of interest register and annual renewal of disclosures. Ensure global compliance with the group's code of conduct. Risk: Proactively identify opportunities to improve overall risk monitoring, mitigation and management. Work across the enterprise and its leadership to ensure: Consistent and robust identification and mitigation of all key risks Clarity in accountability and ownership of risks Improved view of key controls Proactive, risk aware culture across the organisation Assurance to the Board, Audit Committee and Executive Leadership team. Own and manage the global risk register. Run the quarterly Risk & Audit Committee (supported by the Chief Legal Officer) and suggest risk mitigation actions and strategies and management of such risks. Fit & proper requirements Continue to meet Fit & Proper regulatory requirements across relevant jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience and a proven track record in leading compliance teams in a payment environment and handling intricate issues in a high-growth, international setting. We value an SVP of Compliance & Risk who thrives in a dynamic and diverse company culture, bringing strategic insight, exceptional judgment, and a collaborative spirit to the role. This is an exciting opportunity to build a global risk & compliance team to drive success in a forward-thinking company with a long-term vision. What happens next? Selected candidates will be invited for an initial interview with our Senior Talent Acquisition Lead. The video meeting will take about 30 minutes, Then it's time for a second interview! The meeting will be conducted by our VP of Compliance and VP Financial Crime and will last 30 minutes, As a third stage, you will meet with our Senior Legal Counsel and Chief Legal Officer during a 30 minutes call, Our SVP of People and Chief Executive Officer would also like to chat with you :) You can expect the meeting to last approximately 30-45 minutes, If successful, you will be given a job offer proposal. 25 days holiday + your birthday off Hybrid working (2 days in the office; Tuesday and Thursdays) Digital Detox: once every two months on Friday we close down all comms at Volt. The whole business is officially ordered to take the day off! Private Healthcare Enhanced Parental Leave Thursday lunch is on us Pension contribution (5% of your qualifying earnings) You will be given a MacBook when you join HQ on Tottenham Court Road with a bunch of perks such as yoga, gym, unlimited snacks At Volt, diversity and inclusion are integral to our culture. We believe in hiring for cultural add, embracing difference, and fostering a safe space where everyone can bring their authentic selves. Our mission is to transform the payments industry and this is only possible through the power of our diverse and talented team. Join us in making real-time payments accessible for all.
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.
Family Service Association of Bucks County is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) social service organization headquartered in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, with additional locations in Quakertown and Bristol, serving communities throughout Bucks County. Family Service also operates out of twenty-two school-based sites and the Bucks County Emergency Homeless Shelter. Since its founding in 1953, Family Service has been improving the lives of children and families, doing whatever it takes to help them overcome obstacles and reach their full potential. Last year, more than 50,000 people turned to Family Service for help addressing a broad range of challenges. Family Service offers a variety of programs and services focused on increasing opportunities for adults, reducing substance use, improving the lives of those with mental illness, preparing children and adolescents for the future, improving the quality of life for those living with HIV/AIDS, and much more. Family Service is a member of United Way of Bucks County and Social Current and is fully accredited by the Council on Accreditation. Family Service is also licensed by the State of Pennsylvania to provide mental health and drug and alcohol assessment and treatment services. Mission : We listen, care and help. Every day. Vision : A community where anyone can achieve their full potential. THE POSITION The Chief Executive Officer for Family Service Association of Bucks County has a highly visible and critical role within the community. The CEO is viewed by community leaders, public officials, payers, foundations, donors, and clients as a collaborative partner with a genuine interest in the well-being of the community and its citizens. Family Service primarily serves low-income populations who are vulnerable and most in need. The demand for services within Bucks County from this population is increasing each and every year and the CEO of Family Service must ensure that those needs are being met. Family Service has a hard-earned reputation of delivering outstanding service and is seen as a true innovator in how problem solving is approached within the community. The CEO reports to the Board of Directors, who may be represented by its President. Specific Responsibilities Strategic Vision and Leadership Provides strategic and inspirational leadership to the organization. Has a vision for the future and anticipates changes in the marketplace, positioning programs for success. Ensures long-term success by leading and retaining a high performing executive team and fostering a healthy organization in regard to leadership, culture, and diversity. Ensures succession planning occurs at all levels of the organization, especially as it relates to their direct reports. In conjunction with the staff and Board of Directors, develops an annual and long-range strategic plan for the agency. Ensures that internal communication is optimal throughout all levels and programs. Program Management/Operations In partnership with the Chief Operating Officer, provides leadership and oversight of the diverse array of programs ensuring high quality and compliance. Ensures high customer satisfaction with participants, families, employees, and external stakeholders. Applies deep knowledge of corporate compliance to risk areas, applying risk mitigating strategies, processes, and procedures. Ensures adherence to regulatory requirements, organizational policies and procedures, as well as accreditation and license requirements. Ensures that effective risk and data-driven evidence-based quality management processes are in place and that they are effectively communicated and implemented. Fundraising and Resource Development Meets aggressive fundraising goals, focusing on gifts from high net-worth individuals, corporations, foundation grants, events, and Board giving. Builds meaningful and effective relationships with governmental, regulatory, and funding agencies, and be viewed as a leader and partner with key decision-makers. Fiscal Management/Stewardship Fully accountable, along with the Senior Leadership Team, to monitor, track, and evaluate key performance indicators that impact the achievement of annual operating plan and key financial goals. Demonstrates a high degree of fiscal oversight to ensure the agency is financially stable. Proactively and strategically positions Family Service to achieve its desired growth by evaluating and developing new business opportunities and growing programs as opportunities arise. Remains attuned to merger and acquisition opportunities in order to identify targets, negotiate term sheets, and oversee a process for due diligence. Board Relations Partners effectively with the Board in strategic planning providing leadership and direction and in ensuring best-practice governance including committee structure, meeting schedules, policies, procedures, and board assessments. Maintains a strong working relationship with the Board characterized by open communication, respect, and trust. Community Relations Serves as an advocate and leader within the community and effectively partners with community leaders including providers, advocacy organizations, and consumer groups. Actively participates with national, state, or county provider coalitions as they address county, state, or Federal legislation that would impact Family Service. Ensures that external public relations provides visibility and proper messaging, and that social media is effectively implemented. THE CANDIDATE The Chief Executive Officer must have an understanding of and passion for the goals and mission of Family Service Association of Bucks County and the community it serves. The ability to shepherd the Family Service team through a period of transition while keeping a strategic eye on the importance of mission and responding to the evolving needs of the community with innovative and fiscally responsible programs is essential. The new Chief Executive Officer will be a collaborative leader who cultivates trust and accountability. The successful candidate will be an outstanding communicator who clarifies goals, builds teams, and cultivates trust while at the same time demands accountability. Qualifications Authentic passion for the mission; a true advocate with deep respect for the families/individuals served Minimum of 10 years of experience gained in progressively more senior positions, preferably in a healthcare, behavioral health, or human services organization. Five of the 10 years served in an executive level position Visionary and strategic planning capabilities and the leadership necessary to ensure its successful implementation. Successful track record of operating budgets of more than $10M in revenue. Successful track record of managing a workforce of 100 or more. Demonstrated success in nonprofit management, financial development, board relationships, and organizational and community leadership. Proven ability and experience in fiscal management and preparing and securing Board approval for the budget. Driven leader with a track record of building teams/organization, treats all co-workers with respect. Collaborative by nature with proven ability to form deep partnerships, both traditional and non-traditional. Strong results orientation with a focus on outcomes; prudent and structured risk taker and decision maker. Proven track record in fundraising and partnering with high net-worth donors, small business, and corporations. Adept at transformative change management and strategies that bring about desired shifts in culture. Deep understanding of the changing landscape in healthcare and the challenges and opportunities facing the behavioral health market. High moral compass with exceptional integrity, ethics, and transparency. Strong and effective communicator and excellent public speaker. Inspirational and forward-thinking. Ability to effectively use technology, cutting-edge business intelligence, and analytics. Excellent planning and organizational skills; prioritizes and delegates appropriately. Proven effectiveness addressing conflicts in a respectful manner. Master's degree from an accredited university with a business or clinical emphasis. Willing and able to travel between agency facilities and community or partner events. Family Service Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Family Service employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or receive an agency-approved exemption for health or religious reasons. For inquiries, nominations, and applications, please contact: Cathy McGeever, Managing Partner •
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
Family Service Association of Bucks County is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) social service organization headquartered in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, with additional locations in Quakertown and Bristol, serving communities throughout Bucks County. Family Service also operates out of twenty-two school-based sites and the Bucks County Emergency Homeless Shelter. Since its founding in 1953, Family Service has been improving the lives of children and families, doing whatever it takes to help them overcome obstacles and reach their full potential. Last year, more than 50,000 people turned to Family Service for help addressing a broad range of challenges. Family Service offers a variety of programs and services focused on increasing opportunities for adults, reducing substance use, improving the lives of those with mental illness, preparing children and adolescents for the future, improving the quality of life for those living with HIV/AIDS, and much more. Family Service is a member of United Way of Bucks County and Social Current and is fully accredited by the Council on Accreditation. Family Service is also licensed by the State of Pennsylvania to provide mental health and drug and alcohol assessment and treatment services. Mission : We listen, care and help. Every day. Vision : A community where anyone can achieve their full potential. THE POSITION The Chief Executive Officer for Family Service Association of Bucks County has a highly visible and critical role within the community. The CEO is viewed by community leaders, public officials, payers, foundations, donors, and clients as a collaborative partner with a genuine interest in the well-being of the community and its citizens. Family Service primarily serves low-income populations who are vulnerable and most in need. The demand for services within Bucks County from this population is increasing each and every year and the CEO of Family Service must ensure that those needs are being met. Family Service has a hard-earned reputation of delivering outstanding service and is seen as a true innovator in how problem solving is approached within the community. The CEO reports to the Board of Directors, who may be represented by its President. Specific Responsibilities Strategic Vision and Leadership Provides strategic and inspirational leadership to the organization. Has a vision for the future and anticipates changes in the marketplace, positioning programs for success. Ensures long-term success by leading and retaining a high performing executive team and fostering a healthy organization in regard to leadership, culture, and diversity. Ensures succession planning occurs at all levels of the organization, especially as it relates to their direct reports. In conjunction with the staff and Board of Directors, develops an annual and long-range strategic plan for the agency. Ensures that internal communication is optimal throughout all levels and programs. Program Management/Operations In partnership with the Chief Operating Officer, provides leadership and oversight of the diverse array of programs ensuring high quality and compliance. Ensures high customer satisfaction with participants, families, employees, and external stakeholders. Applies deep knowledge of corporate compliance to risk areas, applying risk mitigating strategies, processes, and procedures. Ensures adherence to regulatory requirements, organizational policies and procedures, as well as accreditation and license requirements. Ensures that effective risk and data-driven evidence-based quality management processes are in place and that they are effectively communicated and implemented. Fundraising and Resource Development Meets aggressive fundraising goals, focusing on gifts from high net-worth individuals, corporations, foundation grants, events, and Board giving. Builds meaningful and effective relationships with governmental, regulatory, and funding agencies, and be viewed as a leader and partner with key decision-makers. Fiscal Management/Stewardship Fully accountable, along with the Senior Leadership Team, to monitor, track, and evaluate key performance indicators that impact the achievement of annual operating plan and key financial goals. Demonstrates a high degree of fiscal oversight to ensure the agency is financially stable. Proactively and strategically positions Family Service to achieve its desired growth by evaluating and developing new business opportunities and growing programs as opportunities arise. Remains attuned to merger and acquisition opportunities in order to identify targets, negotiate term sheets, and oversee a process for due diligence. Board Relations Partners effectively with the Board in strategic planning providing leadership and direction and in ensuring best-practice governance including committee structure, meeting schedules, policies, procedures, and board assessments. Maintains a strong working relationship with the Board characterized by open communication, respect, and trust. Community Relations Serves as an advocate and leader within the community and effectively partners with community leaders including providers, advocacy organizations, and consumer groups. Actively participates with national, state, or county provider coalitions as they address county, state, or Federal legislation that would impact Family Service. Ensures that external public relations provides visibility and proper messaging, and that social media is effectively implemented. THE CANDIDATE The Chief Executive Officer must have an understanding of and passion for the goals and mission of Family Service Association of Bucks County and the community it serves. The ability to shepherd the Family Service team through a period of transition while keeping a strategic eye on the importance of mission and responding to the evolving needs of the community with innovative and fiscally responsible programs is essential. The new Chief Executive Officer will be a collaborative leader who cultivates trust and accountability. The successful candidate will be an outstanding communicator who clarifies goals, builds teams, and cultivates trust while at the same time demands accountability. Qualifications Authentic passion for the mission; a true advocate with deep respect for the families/individuals served Minimum of 10 years of experience gained in progressively more senior positions, preferably in a healthcare, behavioral health, or human services organization. Five of the 10 years served in an executive level position Visionary and strategic planning capabilities and the leadership necessary to ensure its successful implementation. Successful track record of operating budgets of more than $10M in revenue. Successful track record of managing a workforce of 100 or more. Demonstrated success in nonprofit management, financial development, board relationships, and organizational and community leadership. Proven ability and experience in fiscal management and preparing and securing Board approval for the budget. Driven leader with a track record of building teams/organization, treats all co-workers with respect. Collaborative by nature with proven ability to form deep partnerships, both traditional and non-traditional. Strong results orientation with a focus on outcomes; prudent and structured risk taker and decision maker. Proven track record in fundraising and partnering with high net-worth donors, small business, and corporations. Adept at transformative change management and strategies that bring about desired shifts in culture. Deep understanding of the changing landscape in healthcare and the challenges and opportunities facing the behavioral health market. High moral compass with exceptional integrity, ethics, and transparency. Strong and effective communicator and excellent public speaker. Inspirational and forward-thinking. Ability to effectively use technology, cutting-edge business intelligence, and analytics. Excellent planning and organizational skills; prioritizes and delegates appropriately. Proven effectiveness addressing conflicts in a respectful manner. Master's degree from an accredited university with a business or clinical emphasis. Willing and able to travel between agency facilities and community or partner events. Family Service Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Family Service employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or receive an agency-approved exemption for health or religious reasons. For inquiries, nominations, and applications, please contact: Cathy McGeever, Managing Partner •
Shape the Future of the FT Rarely does an opportunity arise to shape and drive the product strategy for a fast-growing, iconic media brand. Delivering high-quality news to our global audience has never been more critical, and in this role, you will be key in shaping how the FT continues to grow and deliver on its mission. About the FT The Financial Times is one of the world's leading business news and information organisations, recognised globally for its authority, integrity, and accuracy. We have a well-established, growing B2B and B2C subscription business alongside an increasingly diverse set of products, with a global paying audience exceeding 2.8M and growing year on year. At the FT, curiosity thrives, and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Together, we help audiences stay better informed and deepen their understanding of the world around them. Our Product & Technology teams are integral to this success, driving us forward in an ever-evolving digital landscape. These teams deliver cutting-edge products to over one million digital subscribers daily, enabling our employees to do their jobs and our customers to enjoy highly engaging experiences of journalism. Collaboration with a 'products are partnerships' mindset is central to how we work, enabling alignment across departments and ensuring exceptional journalism. Supported by a diverse and dynamic group of product, tech, delivery, and data specialists, we build world-class tools that continue to drive our growth and success. With a supportive culture, entrepreneurial spirit, and endless opportunities for growth, there are no limits to where your FT career can take you. Build a newsworthy career at the FT. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups. About the Role We are looking for a Chief Product Officer with a proven track record of working alongside technology, data, editorial, and commercial departments. The successful candidate will excel at applying cross-departmental know-how and experience, with a bias for action and delivery. They will have the ability to determine how much product discovery is required and adapt approaches based on context using FT experience departments. Strong stakeholder engagement and management are critical, as is understanding the needs and perspectives of the editor and board members. As the leader of a sizeable team of product managers, UX and design practitioners, customer researchers, and business analysts, you will oversee product management across the Financial Times Ltd portfolio. This includes mobile apps, and FT Specialist products. Additionally, you will manage internal tools/products/capabilities such as our CMS, Editorial tools, Martech, CRM, and the underlying platforms. Your focus will be on ensuring the FT builds the right products and services to accelerate the growth of the Financial Times Group as well as our parent group, Nikkei. You will take mature products forward, build new products to drive growth, and recognise when to retire or close products that no longer align with our strategic objectives. This role reports to the Chief Product and Technology Officer and is part of a senior leadership team responsible for all Product and Technology at the FT, covering everything from laptops and WiFi through to cyber security, data, software and product development. It is a truly global role-you will have team members in London, in the UK, and Sofia in Bulgaria, and work with engineers in Manila in the Philippines. You will also work closely with our colleagues at our parent company, Nikkei. In this role, you will shape the FT's long-term success by ensuring the delivery of impactful products aligned with editorial and commercial business goals and strategies. Main Responsibilities Bring a creative and pragmatic approach to the work. We need to be inventive, adaptive, and pragmatic about how we achieve a big impact with lean teams. This will include resolving conflict, adaptable prioritisation, and recognising how and when decision-making authority may change. Act as a trusted partner to Editorial and Commercial teams, ensuring alignment of the product strategy to the overall editorial and company strategy, and building strong cross-departmental trust to deliver shared objectives and growth for the FT. Lead, develop, and inspire empowered teams of product, design, business analysts, and research professionals to ensure product solutions, throughout their full lifecycle, achieve business outcomes and improve the quality of user experience of the FT. Further embed and refine an operating model premised on a 'products are partnerships' principle, building collaboration and trust across multiple teams and departments, including cross-departmental decision-making to improve transparency and alignment. As an enterprise leader with an understanding of the news industry and whole business, you will bring a long-term perspective to investment decisions and product strategies. Communicate using a range of skills to tailor to audiences, including written/verbal, and the ability to explain technical and domain-specific information to a range of audiences. Continue to build a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative culture that welcomes everyone. This role involves travel-it is critical that our global teams are fully supported. We share travel responsibilities among the senior team to ensure we balance the requirement to spend time with team members and the importance we place on our home lives. You will have Skills and Expertise: Strong commercial acumen, with experience in building a subscription business, with expertise in both B2B and B2C subscription business models being advantageous. Familiarity with digital ads business models is advantageous. Demonstrable knowledge of balancing multi-revenue business models effectively. Advanced influencing and negotiation skills, with proven experience managing budgets and creating compelling business cases. Experience: Experience in digital ads business models is helpful, but vital is demonstrable knowledge of how to ensure a multi-revenue business model is successfully balanced. Proven experience managing niche products with lean, cross-functional teams across editorial, product, tech, and commercial disciplines. Ability to adopt a pragmatic approach to the development of smaller products. Solid understanding of tools required to support newsroom and commercial operations. Extensive experience using data to inform decision-making in high-growth environments. In-depth knowledge of the entire product lifecycle, from insights/analysis to roadmap development, UX/UI design, and delivery. A track record of leading high-performing, empowered teams in fast-paced, global environments. Success working with dispersed product and technology teams. What's in it for You? Our Benefits Our benefits vary by location, but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include: Generous annual leave Comprehensive medical cover Inclusive parental leave packages Subsidised gym memberships Opportunities to give back to the community Full details of our benefits are available here. We've embraced a hybrid working model that promotes flexibility, including remote work options. We will support specific flexibility requests for all roles where feasible. Accessibility We are a Disability Confident employer and a Valuable 500 signatory. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments or personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email , and a member of our team will be happy to help.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
Shape the Future of the FT Rarely does an opportunity arise to shape and drive the product strategy for a fast-growing, iconic media brand. Delivering high-quality news to our global audience has never been more critical, and in this role, you will be key in shaping how the FT continues to grow and deliver on its mission. About the FT The Financial Times is one of the world's leading business news and information organisations, recognised globally for its authority, integrity, and accuracy. We have a well-established, growing B2B and B2C subscription business alongside an increasingly diverse set of products, with a global paying audience exceeding 2.8M and growing year on year. At the FT, curiosity thrives, and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Together, we help audiences stay better informed and deepen their understanding of the world around them. Our Product & Technology teams are integral to this success, driving us forward in an ever-evolving digital landscape. These teams deliver cutting-edge products to over one million digital subscribers daily, enabling our employees to do their jobs and our customers to enjoy highly engaging experiences of journalism. Collaboration with a 'products are partnerships' mindset is central to how we work, enabling alignment across departments and ensuring exceptional journalism. Supported by a diverse and dynamic group of product, tech, delivery, and data specialists, we build world-class tools that continue to drive our growth and success. With a supportive culture, entrepreneurial spirit, and endless opportunities for growth, there are no limits to where your FT career can take you. Build a newsworthy career at the FT. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups. About the Role We are looking for a Chief Product Officer with a proven track record of working alongside technology, data, editorial, and commercial departments. The successful candidate will excel at applying cross-departmental know-how and experience, with a bias for action and delivery. They will have the ability to determine how much product discovery is required and adapt approaches based on context using FT experience departments. Strong stakeholder engagement and management are critical, as is understanding the needs and perspectives of the editor and board members. As the leader of a sizeable team of product managers, UX and design practitioners, customer researchers, and business analysts, you will oversee product management across the Financial Times Ltd portfolio. This includes mobile apps, and FT Specialist products. Additionally, you will manage internal tools/products/capabilities such as our CMS, Editorial tools, Martech, CRM, and the underlying platforms. Your focus will be on ensuring the FT builds the right products and services to accelerate the growth of the Financial Times Group as well as our parent group, Nikkei. You will take mature products forward, build new products to drive growth, and recognise when to retire or close products that no longer align with our strategic objectives. This role reports to the Chief Product and Technology Officer and is part of a senior leadership team responsible for all Product and Technology at the FT, covering everything from laptops and WiFi through to cyber security, data, software and product development. It is a truly global role-you will have team members in London, in the UK, and Sofia in Bulgaria, and work with engineers in Manila in the Philippines. You will also work closely with our colleagues at our parent company, Nikkei. In this role, you will shape the FT's long-term success by ensuring the delivery of impactful products aligned with editorial and commercial business goals and strategies. Main Responsibilities Bring a creative and pragmatic approach to the work. We need to be inventive, adaptive, and pragmatic about how we achieve a big impact with lean teams. This will include resolving conflict, adaptable prioritisation, and recognising how and when decision-making authority may change. Act as a trusted partner to Editorial and Commercial teams, ensuring alignment of the product strategy to the overall editorial and company strategy, and building strong cross-departmental trust to deliver shared objectives and growth for the FT. Lead, develop, and inspire empowered teams of product, design, business analysts, and research professionals to ensure product solutions, throughout their full lifecycle, achieve business outcomes and improve the quality of user experience of the FT. Further embed and refine an operating model premised on a 'products are partnerships' principle, building collaboration and trust across multiple teams and departments, including cross-departmental decision-making to improve transparency and alignment. As an enterprise leader with an understanding of the news industry and whole business, you will bring a long-term perspective to investment decisions and product strategies. Communicate using a range of skills to tailor to audiences, including written/verbal, and the ability to explain technical and domain-specific information to a range of audiences. Continue to build a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative culture that welcomes everyone. This role involves travel-it is critical that our global teams are fully supported. We share travel responsibilities among the senior team to ensure we balance the requirement to spend time with team members and the importance we place on our home lives. You will have Skills and Expertise: Strong commercial acumen, with experience in building a subscription business, with expertise in both B2B and B2C subscription business models being advantageous. Familiarity with digital ads business models is advantageous. Demonstrable knowledge of balancing multi-revenue business models effectively. Advanced influencing and negotiation skills, with proven experience managing budgets and creating compelling business cases. Experience: Experience in digital ads business models is helpful, but vital is demonstrable knowledge of how to ensure a multi-revenue business model is successfully balanced. Proven experience managing niche products with lean, cross-functional teams across editorial, product, tech, and commercial disciplines. Ability to adopt a pragmatic approach to the development of smaller products. Solid understanding of tools required to support newsroom and commercial operations. Extensive experience using data to inform decision-making in high-growth environments. In-depth knowledge of the entire product lifecycle, from insights/analysis to roadmap development, UX/UI design, and delivery. A track record of leading high-performing, empowered teams in fast-paced, global environments. Success working with dispersed product and technology teams. What's in it for You? Our Benefits Our benefits vary by location, but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include: Generous annual leave Comprehensive medical cover Inclusive parental leave packages Subsidised gym memberships Opportunities to give back to the community Full details of our benefits are available here. We've embraced a hybrid working model that promotes flexibility, including remote work options. We will support specific flexibility requests for all roles where feasible. Accessibility We are a Disability Confident employer and a Valuable 500 signatory. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments or personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email , and a member of our team will be happy to help.
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.
You will need to login before you can apply for a job. Job Introduction The BBC is recruiting for two Senior Strategy Managers to join the BBC's Group Strategy & Performance division, one on a permanent contract and one for a 12-month fixed term. The roles will sit in the Business Strategy team. These are hybrid working roles, the post holders will be required to come into the London office for three days per week. About the BBC's Strategy & Performance division The BBC's Strategy & Performance team helps the BBC define its future and develop a plan for getting there. It acts as an independent advisor to the leadership of the BBC, enabling senior leaders to develop creative and practical ideas for how the BBC and its services should evolve. The team is made up of managers, senior managers, heads and directors, with the Group Director sitting on the BBC's Executive Committee. In spring 2025 the team will be merging with the BBC's Transformation Office, to form a new division led by a Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer. The Strategy & Performance team sits at the heart of decision-making which influences the BBC's long-term future. We are a creative, innovative team drawing on data, insight and information to help advise BBC leadership on how the BBC's content and services should evolve. We help the organisation to evaluate trade-offs and choices where the answer isn't highly obvious. Main Responsibilities Senior Strategy Managers at the BBC can be expected to: Be accountable for the performance and delivery of specific project work, with autonomy to deliver the work with minimum supervision and when required with the support from Strategy Managers, Analysts and others. Facilitate or manage ad-hoc project teams of senior stakeholders, ensuring that such teams consider strategic issues. Influence strategic and policy decision making at a senior level including as appropriate the development of new services. Provide in-depth research and analysis, from internal and external sources where appropriate, of financial, output, audience, scheduling, competitor, regulatory and operational considerations. Use qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques. Keep up to date with developments in broadcast media and related sectors. Develop strategies capable of managing the threats and opportunities that such developments represent. Present the analysis and recommendations to senior stakeholders, verbally or in writing, as required. To ensure that such presentations are effective and persuasive through the use of a variety of techniques, for example, by using computer graphics to represent the findings of research. Provide strategic support to senior management of sufficient sophistication to enable the BBC to maximise value for money for the benefit of the licence fee payer. Work collaboratively with colleagues within the Division and across pan-BBC teams, building effective working relationships to produce joint recommendations with colleagues on policies, strategic issues and new initiatives. Are you the right candidate? You will have a good understanding of the streaming and digital media industries, and sensitivity to the aims of the BBC and its unique obligations as a public service broadcaster. With substantial and proven experience of strategy development within a large organisation or consultancy environment, including leading and delivering major strategy projects, you will be able to: Advise senior leaders on strategic issues and liaise with a wide range of senior stakeholders, building confidence and influencing decision-making; Identify potential strategic opportunities or challenges; Anticipate the challenges and opportunities that arise from consumer, market and technology changes and translate these into coherent strategy; Display political instincts, insights and judgement. You will have substantial experience of data analysis including performance, financial and statistical data, with a good knowledge of relevant tools and methodologies; sound computer aptitude, particularly with spreadsheet packages and presentation packages; and strong report writing and editing skills. Able to write structured, insight-driven and persuasive documents. Package Description Band: E Contract type: 1 x Permanent role and 1 x Twelve month fixed-term contract (these are staff roles not contractor engagements) Location: Office base is London. This is a hybrid role and the successful candidate will balance office working with home working Salary: £60,000 to £70,000pa plus London Weighting (£5,319pa), depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights. We're happy to discuss flexible working. Please indicate your choice under the flexible working question in the application. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage. Excellent career progression - the BBC offers great opportunities for employees to seek new challenges and work in different areas of the organisation. Unrivalled training and development opportunities - our in-house Academy hosts a wide range of internal and external courses and certification. Benefits - We offer a negotiable salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance and 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care and gym. You can find out more about working at the BBC by selecting this link to our candidate pack. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the interview process please contact the . For any general queries, please contact: . About the BBC The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk. We don't focus simply on what we do - we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us. Please make sure you've read about our values and behaviours here. Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of the BBC - whether that's to contribute to our programming or our wide range of non-production roles. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences in all their diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise. To find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC, please click here.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
You will need to login before you can apply for a job. Job Introduction The BBC is recruiting for two Senior Strategy Managers to join the BBC's Group Strategy & Performance division, one on a permanent contract and one for a 12-month fixed term. The roles will sit in the Business Strategy team. These are hybrid working roles, the post holders will be required to come into the London office for three days per week. About the BBC's Strategy & Performance division The BBC's Strategy & Performance team helps the BBC define its future and develop a plan for getting there. It acts as an independent advisor to the leadership of the BBC, enabling senior leaders to develop creative and practical ideas for how the BBC and its services should evolve. The team is made up of managers, senior managers, heads and directors, with the Group Director sitting on the BBC's Executive Committee. In spring 2025 the team will be merging with the BBC's Transformation Office, to form a new division led by a Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer. The Strategy & Performance team sits at the heart of decision-making which influences the BBC's long-term future. We are a creative, innovative team drawing on data, insight and information to help advise BBC leadership on how the BBC's content and services should evolve. We help the organisation to evaluate trade-offs and choices where the answer isn't highly obvious. Main Responsibilities Senior Strategy Managers at the BBC can be expected to: Be accountable for the performance and delivery of specific project work, with autonomy to deliver the work with minimum supervision and when required with the support from Strategy Managers, Analysts and others. Facilitate or manage ad-hoc project teams of senior stakeholders, ensuring that such teams consider strategic issues. Influence strategic and policy decision making at a senior level including as appropriate the development of new services. Provide in-depth research and analysis, from internal and external sources where appropriate, of financial, output, audience, scheduling, competitor, regulatory and operational considerations. Use qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques. Keep up to date with developments in broadcast media and related sectors. Develop strategies capable of managing the threats and opportunities that such developments represent. Present the analysis and recommendations to senior stakeholders, verbally or in writing, as required. To ensure that such presentations are effective and persuasive through the use of a variety of techniques, for example, by using computer graphics to represent the findings of research. Provide strategic support to senior management of sufficient sophistication to enable the BBC to maximise value for money for the benefit of the licence fee payer. Work collaboratively with colleagues within the Division and across pan-BBC teams, building effective working relationships to produce joint recommendations with colleagues on policies, strategic issues and new initiatives. Are you the right candidate? You will have a good understanding of the streaming and digital media industries, and sensitivity to the aims of the BBC and its unique obligations as a public service broadcaster. With substantial and proven experience of strategy development within a large organisation or consultancy environment, including leading and delivering major strategy projects, you will be able to: Advise senior leaders on strategic issues and liaise with a wide range of senior stakeholders, building confidence and influencing decision-making; Identify potential strategic opportunities or challenges; Anticipate the challenges and opportunities that arise from consumer, market and technology changes and translate these into coherent strategy; Display political instincts, insights and judgement. You will have substantial experience of data analysis including performance, financial and statistical data, with a good knowledge of relevant tools and methodologies; sound computer aptitude, particularly with spreadsheet packages and presentation packages; and strong report writing and editing skills. Able to write structured, insight-driven and persuasive documents. Package Description Band: E Contract type: 1 x Permanent role and 1 x Twelve month fixed-term contract (these are staff roles not contractor engagements) Location: Office base is London. This is a hybrid role and the successful candidate will balance office working with home working Salary: £60,000 to £70,000pa plus London Weighting (£5,319pa), depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights. We're happy to discuss flexible working. Please indicate your choice under the flexible working question in the application. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage. Excellent career progression - the BBC offers great opportunities for employees to seek new challenges and work in different areas of the organisation. Unrivalled training and development opportunities - our in-house Academy hosts a wide range of internal and external courses and certification. Benefits - We offer a negotiable salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance and 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care and gym. You can find out more about working at the BBC by selecting this link to our candidate pack. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the interview process please contact the . For any general queries, please contact: . About the BBC The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk. We don't focus simply on what we do - we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us. Please make sure you've read about our values and behaviours here. Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of the BBC - whether that's to contribute to our programming or our wide range of non-production roles. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences in all their diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise. To find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC, please click here.
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.
Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer An opportunity has arisen for a highly efficient and experienced Executive Assistant (EA) to support and coordinate the office for the Chief Executive (CEO) and the Deputy Chief Executive. You will support the CEO in achieving successful delivery through a broad list of tasks that will differ from day to day including managing regular business activities and overseeing the vital logistical functions. You will be required to supervise the Executive support staff within Trust Administration, and the role will report to the Director of Workforce. The role will have a large focus on leading and driving forward transformational change within the function using digital as an enabler to achieve this. Excellent digital skills and a continuous improvement mindset are essential. The role involves regular engagement with regional and national NHS offices, and so quality stakeholder management skills will be core to your every-day role. The role will also require engagement with staff and patients, requiring a high level of confidentiality, compassion, kindness, diplomacy, and tact. The EA role requires you to deliver to exceptionally high standards and at great pace. Attention to detail is pivotal. You will need to be a calm individual who can work under pressure, meeting tight deadlines and managing a varied and continually changing workload. Please note this role is a full-time post and requires on-site working Monday to Friday and may on occasion include working outside of business hours. Main Duties of the Job This is a role for a highly organized and committed Executive Assistant (EA) with responsibility for the smooth running of the Executive Office. Providing an efficient and effective EA and secretarial service to the Chief Executive (CEO), Deputy CEO, and deputizing in the absence of the Chair's EA. The postholder will be able to act on their own initiative and must have excellent negotiation, diplomacy, and interpersonal skills. The role will involve contact on a daily basis with a wide range of people - both internal and external to the organization. The postholder will need to be a team player with very strong communication skills. The postholder will also be required to supervise the Executive support staff within Trust Administration. Line management responsibilities will be with the Director of Workforce. The role will drive forward transformational change within the function using digital as an enabler to achieve this. About Us The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester and Cheshire, but as a national specialist, around 15% of patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world-first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK. Job Responsibilities Principal Duties and Responsibilities Communications: The postholder must be able to recognize the importance of confidentiality and sensitivity of issues and at all times is able to act using the utmost discretion. To work closely with the CEO and Deputy CEO, across all aspects of their work to ensure a complete understanding of their workload. This will include drafting letters, emails, and coordinating responses with minimum supervision and guidance, managing electronic diaries, emails, day-to-day telephone queries, and incoming post in a way that is responsive to their needs and contributes to the effectiveness of their role. Use initiative in all areas of work in the absence of or on behalf of the CEO and ensure they are kept informed. This involves prioritizing and problem-solving skills and a well-developed ability to relate absorbed knowledge to new emerging problems without guidance. Ensure that critical issues are brought to the CEO's attention in a timely manner, ensuring that only appropriate queries are passed on and that the most appropriate people deal with others effectively. Manage the multiple demands of the CEO and Deputy CEO's time and proactively manage their complex diaries by forward planning and organizing regular meetings and events. Assist the CEO to research and prepare reports and presentations, draft and issue letters using a wide range of Microsoft technology. Ensure that the CEO and Deputy CEO are aware of appointments and that all relevant documents are prepared for each meeting and travel arrangements/accommodation are in place. Manage complaints on behalf of the CEO in conjunction with the Quality and Standards team ensuring that responses are within set service standards. Establish, develop and maintain links with key stakeholders including the Department of Health, NHSE, Government Office, MPs, and the wider board. Administer high level meetings as required including Senior Management Committee (SMC) and the Executive Team meeting. Ensuring that agenda plans, minutes, action logs, and papers are distributed within set deadlines. Attend and take comprehensive minutes as required. Bring actions from meetings to the attention of the CEO and liaise with the appropriate members of staff to implement the actions. This includes maintaining an efficient brought forward system to effectively monitor work that has been delegated elsewhere and progress/chase outstanding items. Coordinate arrangements for a variety of meetings, internally and externally, ordering equipment and refreshments ensuring that all reasonable adjustments have been met as required. Coordinate the rolling programme of performance development reviews and 1:1 meetings with all of the CEO's direct reports. Alongside other members of the Executive Assistants be the first point of contact for visitors to the department in person or by telephone. Communicate with tact, understanding, and discretion. Provide full comprehensive and seamless cover for all duties of the Executive Assistants responsible for supporting the Chair in their absence. Manage/lead ad-hoc delegated projects as required. Transformation Change Lead a continuous programme of sustainable long-term transformational change across the function undertaking benchmarking, monitoring quality standards and maximizing the use of digital technology to create a flexible, agile, cross-covering service. Maximize the use of digital technology to transform day-to-day tasks creating efficiency and improving effectiveness of the service for example minute taking, rota coordination etc. Supervision/Managing the Trust Administration Function Act as a role model for the Trust Executive Assistant team leading by example and providing advice and guidance as required. Supervise all Executive Assistants within the Executive Office ensuring that work is appropriately prioritized and managed. Line management responsibility will be with the Director of Workforce for all EAs. Maintain sickness absence/annual leave/study leave records for all EAs. To ensure that the office is covered between core hours on site utilizing appropriate rotas for team members. Foster a culture of mutual support and team working across the whole director portfolios to ensure work is equitably allocated and cover for team members for annual leave or sickness. Provide cover for all other Executive Assistants in order that a seamless service is provided during annual leave and sickness. Support the Trust in the effective use of resources, e.g. staff, premises, equipment, supplies, and materials ensuring that costs and waste are kept to a minimum. Develop and maintain systems and processes to promote monitor and maintain a healthy, safe and secure working environment, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements maintaining accurate documentation and reporting any concerns. Governance Develop and maintain systems and processes to establish and maintain effective communication and confidentiality of information. Ensure compliance with Trust policies procedures and guidelines for self and others by taking action/alerting senior management team if practice contravenes policy or if concerned about any aspect of patient care. Person Specification Qualifications & Experience Degree or equivalent experience in related subject and/or environment Commitment to continuous professional development. Excellent typing/word processing skills and/or OCR/Text production and word processing level 3 or Advanced ECDL or equivalent. Experience of working within a business administrative function. Experience of working to support all levels of an organization including Board members Experience of working within a business administrative function in the NHS Supervisory experience Circumstances Able to be mobile across the organization and other locations Ability to work flexibly with occasional need to work unsocial hours Values and Behaviours Must demonstrate the Trust's values . click apply for full job details
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer An opportunity has arisen for a highly efficient and experienced Executive Assistant (EA) to support and coordinate the office for the Chief Executive (CEO) and the Deputy Chief Executive. You will support the CEO in achieving successful delivery through a broad list of tasks that will differ from day to day including managing regular business activities and overseeing the vital logistical functions. You will be required to supervise the Executive support staff within Trust Administration, and the role will report to the Director of Workforce. The role will have a large focus on leading and driving forward transformational change within the function using digital as an enabler to achieve this. Excellent digital skills and a continuous improvement mindset are essential. The role involves regular engagement with regional and national NHS offices, and so quality stakeholder management skills will be core to your every-day role. The role will also require engagement with staff and patients, requiring a high level of confidentiality, compassion, kindness, diplomacy, and tact. The EA role requires you to deliver to exceptionally high standards and at great pace. Attention to detail is pivotal. You will need to be a calm individual who can work under pressure, meeting tight deadlines and managing a varied and continually changing workload. Please note this role is a full-time post and requires on-site working Monday to Friday and may on occasion include working outside of business hours. Main Duties of the Job This is a role for a highly organized and committed Executive Assistant (EA) with responsibility for the smooth running of the Executive Office. Providing an efficient and effective EA and secretarial service to the Chief Executive (CEO), Deputy CEO, and deputizing in the absence of the Chair's EA. The postholder will be able to act on their own initiative and must have excellent negotiation, diplomacy, and interpersonal skills. The role will involve contact on a daily basis with a wide range of people - both internal and external to the organization. The postholder will need to be a team player with very strong communication skills. The postholder will also be required to supervise the Executive support staff within Trust Administration. Line management responsibilities will be with the Director of Workforce. The role will drive forward transformational change within the function using digital as an enabler to achieve this. About Us The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester and Cheshire, but as a national specialist, around 15% of patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world-first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK. Job Responsibilities Principal Duties and Responsibilities Communications: The postholder must be able to recognize the importance of confidentiality and sensitivity of issues and at all times is able to act using the utmost discretion. To work closely with the CEO and Deputy CEO, across all aspects of their work to ensure a complete understanding of their workload. This will include drafting letters, emails, and coordinating responses with minimum supervision and guidance, managing electronic diaries, emails, day-to-day telephone queries, and incoming post in a way that is responsive to their needs and contributes to the effectiveness of their role. Use initiative in all areas of work in the absence of or on behalf of the CEO and ensure they are kept informed. This involves prioritizing and problem-solving skills and a well-developed ability to relate absorbed knowledge to new emerging problems without guidance. Ensure that critical issues are brought to the CEO's attention in a timely manner, ensuring that only appropriate queries are passed on and that the most appropriate people deal with others effectively. Manage the multiple demands of the CEO and Deputy CEO's time and proactively manage their complex diaries by forward planning and organizing regular meetings and events. Assist the CEO to research and prepare reports and presentations, draft and issue letters using a wide range of Microsoft technology. Ensure that the CEO and Deputy CEO are aware of appointments and that all relevant documents are prepared for each meeting and travel arrangements/accommodation are in place. Manage complaints on behalf of the CEO in conjunction with the Quality and Standards team ensuring that responses are within set service standards. Establish, develop and maintain links with key stakeholders including the Department of Health, NHSE, Government Office, MPs, and the wider board. Administer high level meetings as required including Senior Management Committee (SMC) and the Executive Team meeting. Ensuring that agenda plans, minutes, action logs, and papers are distributed within set deadlines. Attend and take comprehensive minutes as required. Bring actions from meetings to the attention of the CEO and liaise with the appropriate members of staff to implement the actions. This includes maintaining an efficient brought forward system to effectively monitor work that has been delegated elsewhere and progress/chase outstanding items. Coordinate arrangements for a variety of meetings, internally and externally, ordering equipment and refreshments ensuring that all reasonable adjustments have been met as required. Coordinate the rolling programme of performance development reviews and 1:1 meetings with all of the CEO's direct reports. Alongside other members of the Executive Assistants be the first point of contact for visitors to the department in person or by telephone. Communicate with tact, understanding, and discretion. Provide full comprehensive and seamless cover for all duties of the Executive Assistants responsible for supporting the Chair in their absence. Manage/lead ad-hoc delegated projects as required. Transformation Change Lead a continuous programme of sustainable long-term transformational change across the function undertaking benchmarking, monitoring quality standards and maximizing the use of digital technology to create a flexible, agile, cross-covering service. Maximize the use of digital technology to transform day-to-day tasks creating efficiency and improving effectiveness of the service for example minute taking, rota coordination etc. Supervision/Managing the Trust Administration Function Act as a role model for the Trust Executive Assistant team leading by example and providing advice and guidance as required. Supervise all Executive Assistants within the Executive Office ensuring that work is appropriately prioritized and managed. Line management responsibility will be with the Director of Workforce for all EAs. Maintain sickness absence/annual leave/study leave records for all EAs. To ensure that the office is covered between core hours on site utilizing appropriate rotas for team members. Foster a culture of mutual support and team working across the whole director portfolios to ensure work is equitably allocated and cover for team members for annual leave or sickness. Provide cover for all other Executive Assistants in order that a seamless service is provided during annual leave and sickness. Support the Trust in the effective use of resources, e.g. staff, premises, equipment, supplies, and materials ensuring that costs and waste are kept to a minimum. Develop and maintain systems and processes to promote monitor and maintain a healthy, safe and secure working environment, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements maintaining accurate documentation and reporting any concerns. Governance Develop and maintain systems and processes to establish and maintain effective communication and confidentiality of information. Ensure compliance with Trust policies procedures and guidelines for self and others by taking action/alerting senior management team if practice contravenes policy or if concerned about any aspect of patient care. Person Specification Qualifications & Experience Degree or equivalent experience in related subject and/or environment Commitment to continuous professional development. Excellent typing/word processing skills and/or OCR/Text production and word processing level 3 or Advanced ECDL or equivalent. Experience of working within a business administrative function. Experience of working to support all levels of an organization including Board members Experience of working within a business administrative function in the NHS Supervisory experience Circumstances Able to be mobile across the organization and other locations Ability to work flexibly with occasional need to work unsocial hours Values and Behaviours Must demonstrate the Trust's values . click apply for full job details
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.
About the role The safety of Londoners is the Mayor's first priority, and he has extensive responsibilities including oversight of the Metropolitan Police Service, setting the priorities for policing and community safety in London and commissioning services to support victims of crime. He delivers those responsibilities through the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC). We are recruiting the next permanent Chief Executive Officer for MOPAC to lead the organisation at a pivotal time, as we: finalise and progress the delivery of the Mayor's new Police and Crime Plan for London; oversee and support the delivering of the ongoing reforms of the Metropolitan Police Service; work collaboratively with the Met, partner agencies and Government to make London safer at a time of significant funding pressure. Reporting to the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime, you will lead a team of 300 specialist staff working across a diverse range of responsibilities including overseeing the £4bn annual policing budget for London; commissioning services supporting tens of thousands of victims of crime each year; producing internationally respected data analysis and research; and providing private office, policy and secretariat support to ensure that the Mayor can discharge his statutory responsibilities. MOPAC hosts London's Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) - leading a public health approach with partners across the city to address the underlying causes of violence. London's Independent Victims' Commissioner, Claire Waxman OBE, is also hosted by MOPAC. You will work closely with both in support of delivering the Mayor's priorities for the safety of London in an effective and efficient way. You will be a key strategic leader in tackling some of the most critical issues facing London today - including reducing violence and criminal exploitation; increasing trust and confidence in the MPS; and improving the criminal justice system and supporting victims. As a trusted adviser to the Mayor and Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime, you will help shape the safety and confidence of Londoners; working closely with senior stakeholders at the Metropolitan Police Service, criminal justice agencies, London boroughs, the voluntary sector and central Government to deliver a safer, fairer London for all. About you You'll influence and engage with a wide variety of stakeholders and government bodies to ensure highly collaborative working relationships, and with the Greater London Authority (GLA) and other organisations in the GLA Group (e.g. Transport for London, London Fire Brigade) to deliver the Mayor's priorities on policing and safety. You will provide strong, effective leadership including strategic planning and resource delivery of the Police and Crime Plan and the wide range of programme activity. The postholder will visit MPS and other external partners' offices on a regular basis alongside working from GLA/MOPAC offices and from home as and when appropriate. Specifically: You'll have extensive senior leadership experience in a complex environment, like central or local government, or the policing or criminal justice sectors, at Chief Executive, Executive Director, or equivalent level. You will have had experience of working with politicians and senior stakeholders and proven ability to successfully negotiate and collaborate with and influence stakeholders and partners. You'll have demonstrable experience of operating in a highly pressurised environment, managing conflicting priorities and of setting the strategic direction of an organisation or large team through complex change and delivering tangible results. The ideal candidate will have significant experience of strategy development, strong analytical abilities, and a good understanding of financial management and commissioning. As the Chief Executive of MOPAC, you will be leading an organisation in one of the world's most diverse cities. You will demonstrate exemplary inclusive leadership, championing equity; bringing diverse voices and views together, leading to a more innovative, productive, and safer organisation. Want to find out what it's like to work with MOPAC? You can find out more about MOPAC by visiting our website. If you have a question about the role or the recruitment process, please contact a member of the HR team via email on . Applying for the Role Candidates wishing to apply must upload their CV accordingly, complete their personal profile and answer the supporting questions. Please ensure your answers clearly address the essential criteria and competency framework outlined in the attached job description. Please note that you will not be able to go back and edit your application once you have pressed the submit button. We advise all candidates to make note of the supplementary questions and draft their answers outside of the recruitment portal. MOPAC operates a blind recruitment process; therefore, please do not write any identifiable information (such as your name, pronouns or any personal information) within your supporting question answers or introductory statement. We will not be using information from CVs for shortlisting scoring and candidates will only be assessed against our application criteria. If you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance submitting your application, please email . Political Restriction Political Restriction: under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended by the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011), all MOPAC staff members will be politically restricted without the right to apply for an exemption. Security Vetting Clearance The successful candidates will be expected to undergo the necessary security vetting, which may take around eight weeks to complete. Applicants must possess the legal right to work in the UK and have resided in the UK continuously for at least the last three years. Reward and Benefits In addition to an excellent salary and civil service pension with 28.97% employer contribution, we offer an attractive range of benefits including 32.5 days' annual leave, interest-free season ticket loan and flexible working arrangements. Where are we based? We have moved to a hybrid working model with office hubs at Union Street (near London Bridge) and Newlands Park (postcode SE26). On average, staff will work 1-2 days a week from an Office Hub, which may differ depending on the role requirements. Got a query on the recruitment process? If you have a question about the recruitment process, please get in touch with a member of the HR team via email at . We are a disability-confident employer. MOPAC guarantees an interview to any applicant that declares that they have a disability, providing they meet the minimum standards for the job role. These standards are defined in the job description and will often be listed as essential or desirable skills. London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. Need a document on this page in an accessible format? If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need a version of a PDF or other document on this page in a more accessible format, please get in touch via our online form and tell us which format you need. It will also help us if you tell us which assistive technology you use. We'll consider your request and get back to you in 5 working days.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
About the role The safety of Londoners is the Mayor's first priority, and he has extensive responsibilities including oversight of the Metropolitan Police Service, setting the priorities for policing and community safety in London and commissioning services to support victims of crime. He delivers those responsibilities through the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC). We are recruiting the next permanent Chief Executive Officer for MOPAC to lead the organisation at a pivotal time, as we: finalise and progress the delivery of the Mayor's new Police and Crime Plan for London; oversee and support the delivering of the ongoing reforms of the Metropolitan Police Service; work collaboratively with the Met, partner agencies and Government to make London safer at a time of significant funding pressure. Reporting to the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime, you will lead a team of 300 specialist staff working across a diverse range of responsibilities including overseeing the £4bn annual policing budget for London; commissioning services supporting tens of thousands of victims of crime each year; producing internationally respected data analysis and research; and providing private office, policy and secretariat support to ensure that the Mayor can discharge his statutory responsibilities. MOPAC hosts London's Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) - leading a public health approach with partners across the city to address the underlying causes of violence. London's Independent Victims' Commissioner, Claire Waxman OBE, is also hosted by MOPAC. You will work closely with both in support of delivering the Mayor's priorities for the safety of London in an effective and efficient way. You will be a key strategic leader in tackling some of the most critical issues facing London today - including reducing violence and criminal exploitation; increasing trust and confidence in the MPS; and improving the criminal justice system and supporting victims. As a trusted adviser to the Mayor and Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime, you will help shape the safety and confidence of Londoners; working closely with senior stakeholders at the Metropolitan Police Service, criminal justice agencies, London boroughs, the voluntary sector and central Government to deliver a safer, fairer London for all. About you You'll influence and engage with a wide variety of stakeholders and government bodies to ensure highly collaborative working relationships, and with the Greater London Authority (GLA) and other organisations in the GLA Group (e.g. Transport for London, London Fire Brigade) to deliver the Mayor's priorities on policing and safety. You will provide strong, effective leadership including strategic planning and resource delivery of the Police and Crime Plan and the wide range of programme activity. The postholder will visit MPS and other external partners' offices on a regular basis alongside working from GLA/MOPAC offices and from home as and when appropriate. Specifically: You'll have extensive senior leadership experience in a complex environment, like central or local government, or the policing or criminal justice sectors, at Chief Executive, Executive Director, or equivalent level. You will have had experience of working with politicians and senior stakeholders and proven ability to successfully negotiate and collaborate with and influence stakeholders and partners. You'll have demonstrable experience of operating in a highly pressurised environment, managing conflicting priorities and of setting the strategic direction of an organisation or large team through complex change and delivering tangible results. The ideal candidate will have significant experience of strategy development, strong analytical abilities, and a good understanding of financial management and commissioning. As the Chief Executive of MOPAC, you will be leading an organisation in one of the world's most diverse cities. You will demonstrate exemplary inclusive leadership, championing equity; bringing diverse voices and views together, leading to a more innovative, productive, and safer organisation. Want to find out what it's like to work with MOPAC? You can find out more about MOPAC by visiting our website. If you have a question about the role or the recruitment process, please contact a member of the HR team via email on . Applying for the Role Candidates wishing to apply must upload their CV accordingly, complete their personal profile and answer the supporting questions. Please ensure your answers clearly address the essential criteria and competency framework outlined in the attached job description. Please note that you will not be able to go back and edit your application once you have pressed the submit button. We advise all candidates to make note of the supplementary questions and draft their answers outside of the recruitment portal. MOPAC operates a blind recruitment process; therefore, please do not write any identifiable information (such as your name, pronouns or any personal information) within your supporting question answers or introductory statement. We will not be using information from CVs for shortlisting scoring and candidates will only be assessed against our application criteria. If you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance submitting your application, please email . Political Restriction Political Restriction: under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended by the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011), all MOPAC staff members will be politically restricted without the right to apply for an exemption. Security Vetting Clearance The successful candidates will be expected to undergo the necessary security vetting, which may take around eight weeks to complete. Applicants must possess the legal right to work in the UK and have resided in the UK continuously for at least the last three years. Reward and Benefits In addition to an excellent salary and civil service pension with 28.97% employer contribution, we offer an attractive range of benefits including 32.5 days' annual leave, interest-free season ticket loan and flexible working arrangements. Where are we based? We have moved to a hybrid working model with office hubs at Union Street (near London Bridge) and Newlands Park (postcode SE26). On average, staff will work 1-2 days a week from an Office Hub, which may differ depending on the role requirements. Got a query on the recruitment process? If you have a question about the recruitment process, please get in touch with a member of the HR team via email at . We are a disability-confident employer. MOPAC guarantees an interview to any applicant that declares that they have a disability, providing they meet the minimum standards for the job role. These standards are defined in the job description and will often be listed as essential or desirable skills. London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. Need a document on this page in an accessible format? If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need a version of a PDF or other document on this page in a more accessible format, please get in touch via our online form and tell us which format you need. It will also help us if you tell us which assistive technology you use. We'll consider your request and get back to you in 5 working days.
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
At AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Software Developer Permanent Milton Keynes: £48,000 - £53,000 Hybrid/Smart Working Joining our Assessment Technology team means you'll be delivering code that impacts the lives of millions of students. On behalf a charity that invests its profits back into education. Ready for your expertise to make an impact? Learn more below. What you'll do: You'll develop and support high-quality applications to help us deliver top-tier e-Assessment software and services. Working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control professionals you'll use your skills to bring valuable features to life. Why you'll succeed: Proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL, with working knowledge of development principles. Experience with Entity Framework, UI Framework (e.g., Bootstrap), REST API Development and Web Services, Front-end tools (React, Typescript), GIT Familiarity with Azure development, design patterns, unit testing (NUnit, XUnit, MS Test), and mocking frameworks (Moq, Rhino Mocks). Experience delivering code within Agile frameworks, with confidence in Scrum events. What's in it for you: At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes: Balance your 35-hour workweek with flexible hours and smart working tools for office and home. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing incrementally to 30 days after five years, plus up to an additional 4 discretionary days over Christmas and New Year. Take 5 additional paid days to participate in volunteering activities that are close to your heart. Access private medical insurance from day one, covering new and pre-existing conditions. Benefit from our Ride-to-Work scheme, gym access or discounts, Headspace app, and an employee assistance programme. Receive up to 11.5% employer pension contributions with various options through salary sacrifice. Opt for our electric vehicle scheme which includes the car, insurance, MOT, service, and breakdown cover. What next? If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response! We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early. AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. Recruitment Agencies We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees. Full Job Description Summary Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment.Job title: Software Developer Business Area: Assessment Technology - Scanning & Marking (Milton Keynes) Department: Assessment Technology Purpose: The Software Developer is responsible for developing, building, and supporting applications that enable AQA to offer the very best in e-Assessment software and services. They have specialist knowledge of developing in Microsoft .NET with Azure and SQL Server and will have skills in delivering both windows and web-based applications. They need to be innovators and great problem solvers who thrive within a strong team culture. As part of our continuous improvement program Software Developers will suggest system and process improvements, whilst taking a risk-based approach to system changes in an ITIL environment. Landscape: The Assessment Technology group reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer. The group operates in close partnership with the Enterprise Technology and Central Hubs departments The Assessment Technology group is responsible for the operational systems that deliver millions of GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the technology for assessment design and production, and the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services. Given the seasonal nature and criticality of the Summer exams series, the role will be required to provide hands-on technical expertise through critical issues during the Summer series which may require some unsociable hours. The Software Developer works within a delivery team using an Agile approach to development. The team consists of a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analysts, Developers and Quality Control resources. Together they are responsible for the delivery of features from a prioritised product backlog. Activities: Software Development Maintain specialist knowledge with the Microsoft .Net technology stack. Be responsible for the development and delivery of the project sprint goals through effective breakdown of tasks, estimates and timely updates in Azure DevOps Work with Business Analysts, Architects and QC together with own initiative to produce quality code with good unit test coverage. Complete all changes identified at code review or Functional testing, first time. Take ownership of defects in coded areas and resolve these before Sprint completion Participate in SCRUMs, Retrospectives and Peer reviews Demonstrate a pro-active approach to communication within the team including any impediments to be escalated to the Scrum Master. Support production use of systems through customer fixes, including on-call and some out of hours support. Quality framework Adhere to documented company and departmental quality procedures, standards, and methods. Help to evolve the documented departmental procedures and methods. Create efficiency in development through promoting continuous process improvement. Team working Work closely with other team members, e.g. peer programming and code reviews Report progress and provide regular feedback to the Development Team Leader and team members Other responsibilities associated with the role: Risk Management - Participate in the identification, assessment, planning and management of threats and opportunities as appropriate. Information Security - take an active part in the preservation of confidentiality, availability and integrity of information assets used in conducting the role and follow additional security procedures associated with specific activities where applicable. AQA Milton Keynes is a recognised Investor in People. It is our Software Developers responsibility to ensure that their own professional knowledge and job skills are always fully up to date. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the post which the company may reasonably require you to perform from time to time. To be successful in this role, you will need to have: Excellent knowledge of .Net, C# and SQL with good working knowledge of development principles Experience of the following is desirableEntity Framework, UI Frameworks e.g. Bootstrap Web Services & REST API Development React Typescript GIT Azure development experience is beneficial but not essential Proven experience of implementing design patterns Experience of delivering code effectively within an Agile environment Experience of Unit Testing with NUnit / XUnit / MS Test Experience of Unit Testing Mocking frameworks e.g. Moq / Rhino Mocks Experience of working with Windows applications is beneficial Commerical development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL Server Confidence in delivering key information and team collaboration in Scrum ceremonies and events. Confidence to speak out, challenge and bring continuous improvements to the development team.PandoLogic.