Location for this position is flexible, we are accepting candidates who are able to work Hybrid in either our Osterley or Leeds office. Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 6 countries, make your mark at Europe's leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. As a Lead User Researcher in our Digital Customer Experience team, you'll help Sky better understand our customers and their needs. You'll lead research initiatives within Agile teams, collaborate across Sky to inform the transformation of digital journeys on and the My Sky app, and contribute to building a thriving research culture. Sitting within the Customer Experience Centre of Excellence, you'll support CX strategy, design excellence, and performance across product roadmaps for the UK & Ireland. From first-time visitors to long-term customers, you'll ensure every digital interaction reflects Sky's brand and ambition to deliver outstanding customer experiences. What you'll do Lead within a team of user researchers to analyse, define, and improve end-to-end journeys across multiple channels. Plan and run research activities including usability testing, field studies, card sorting, tree testing, ethnography, diary studies, and surveys. Champion the customer voice in strategic conversations, ensuring needs and behaviours drive prioritisation and design outcomes. Shape research practices and operations, promoting the value of user research across the organisation Champion AI-enhanced research tools, analytics integration, and data-driven processes to improve efficiency, quality, and insight scalability. Ensure accessibility, representation, and inclusive practices are embedded across all our digital experiences. What you'll bring Proven experience leading user research for large-scale digital products and services, with demonstrable impact across web and native applications. Expert-level skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods including usability testing, field studies, surveys, card sorting, tree testing, ethnography, diary studies, and other behavioural research techniques. Deep knowledge of research tooling ecosystems, including in-person lab testing, Usertesting, UserZoom, Optimal Workshop, and similar platforms. Skilled at combining behavioural analytics e.g., Adobe Analytics, Contentsquare, with qualitative insights for evidence-based recommendations. Strong storytelling, stakeholder influence, and resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments. We'd love to see examples of your work. If you have a portfolio, or any selection of project artefacts, please share pieces that demonstrate your strengths in the following areas: People - How you've built, supported, or enabled high-performing teams. Process - How you apply scalable user-centred design methods to deliver measurable outcomes. Position - How you influence strategy and champion design across an organisation. Product - How your work has shaped world-class, app-first digital experiences, with clear outcomes and impact If you don't have a formal portfolio, don't worry links, slide decks, case studies or short write-ups are all welcome. Choose whatever best tells the story of your contribution. But we do need to understand the process, the user needs, business goals, design changes based on evidence gathered, and customer outcomes & business impact. The Rewards: There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the office per week. At Sky, we want to be a community that thrives by being together. Flexible working remains a key part of that. We want our people to have the best of both worlds - time working at home, as well as time in the office. Your office base - London (Osterley) Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. - OR Leeds Our spacious Leeds tech hub is less than a mile from Leeds train station. There's plenty of parking in the surrounding streets and at the nearby CitiPark. Need a break? You can blow off steam over a game of pool or table tennis, and stay fit at our subsidised gym. Inclusion At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Location for this position is flexible, we are accepting candidates who are able to work Hybrid in either our Osterley or Leeds office. Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 6 countries, make your mark at Europe's leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. As a Lead User Researcher in our Digital Customer Experience team, you'll help Sky better understand our customers and their needs. You'll lead research initiatives within Agile teams, collaborate across Sky to inform the transformation of digital journeys on and the My Sky app, and contribute to building a thriving research culture. Sitting within the Customer Experience Centre of Excellence, you'll support CX strategy, design excellence, and performance across product roadmaps for the UK & Ireland. From first-time visitors to long-term customers, you'll ensure every digital interaction reflects Sky's brand and ambition to deliver outstanding customer experiences. What you'll do Lead within a team of user researchers to analyse, define, and improve end-to-end journeys across multiple channels. Plan and run research activities including usability testing, field studies, card sorting, tree testing, ethnography, diary studies, and surveys. Champion the customer voice in strategic conversations, ensuring needs and behaviours drive prioritisation and design outcomes. Shape research practices and operations, promoting the value of user research across the organisation Champion AI-enhanced research tools, analytics integration, and data-driven processes to improve efficiency, quality, and insight scalability. Ensure accessibility, representation, and inclusive practices are embedded across all our digital experiences. What you'll bring Proven experience leading user research for large-scale digital products and services, with demonstrable impact across web and native applications. Expert-level skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods including usability testing, field studies, surveys, card sorting, tree testing, ethnography, diary studies, and other behavioural research techniques. Deep knowledge of research tooling ecosystems, including in-person lab testing, Usertesting, UserZoom, Optimal Workshop, and similar platforms. Skilled at combining behavioural analytics e.g., Adobe Analytics, Contentsquare, with qualitative insights for evidence-based recommendations. Strong storytelling, stakeholder influence, and resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments. We'd love to see examples of your work. If you have a portfolio, or any selection of project artefacts, please share pieces that demonstrate your strengths in the following areas: People - How you've built, supported, or enabled high-performing teams. Process - How you apply scalable user-centred design methods to deliver measurable outcomes. Position - How you influence strategy and champion design across an organisation. Product - How your work has shaped world-class, app-first digital experiences, with clear outcomes and impact If you don't have a formal portfolio, don't worry links, slide decks, case studies or short write-ups are all welcome. Choose whatever best tells the story of your contribution. But we do need to understand the process, the user needs, business goals, design changes based on evidence gathered, and customer outcomes & business impact. The Rewards: There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the office per week. At Sky, we want to be a community that thrives by being together. Flexible working remains a key part of that. We want our people to have the best of both worlds - time working at home, as well as time in the office. Your office base - London (Osterley) Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. - OR Leeds Our spacious Leeds tech hub is less than a mile from Leeds train station. There's plenty of parking in the surrounding streets and at the nearby CitiPark. Need a break? You can blow off steam over a game of pool or table tennis, and stay fit at our subsidised gym. Inclusion At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
The University Of Wolverhampton
Corsham, Wiltshire
Overview With 23,000 students, the University of Wolverhampton is one of the largest universities in the UK. It has an excellent teaching quality profile, strong performance in third stream income generation and improving REF performance. The School of Architecture, Computing & Engineering manages a well-established portfolio of Engineering courses covering Mechanical Engineering, Motorsport & Automotive Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Additive Layer Manufacturing, CNC Machining and Composite Compression Moulding. The department of engineering has a strong academic record as a high value manufacturing hub, with collaboration partners across the country and worldwide. Research in Engineering is carried out under four pillars - Additive Layer Manufacturing, Composite Engineering, Energy and Green Technologies, and Process Engineering - with emphasis on cross-pillar research. The department is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic individual to contribute to the development of Motorsport & Automotive Engineering, specifically: Expertise in Vehicle Dynamics + Design of Chassis Alternative power trains Including research and teaching across the Engineering's undergraduate and postgraduate courses. You must have a PhD degree in Engineering or a very closely related subject. Membership of a professional body will be an advantage. You must have good experience in all aspects of Motorsport & Automotive Engineering. You will work with staff and students in the pursuit of research both as an individual and as part of the wider School and Faculty activities, encompassing complementary research areas by contributing to the work of established research groups. Hence, you should have a track record of dissemination of research outputs/achievements in high-quality scientific/technical journals and have the potential to attract research funding and/or generate external income. You will be delivering all aspects of aerospace engineering and will need to demonstrate breadth of knowledge of the subject matter. You will be appointed either as a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer depending on experience. For an informal discussion about the above post please contact the Head of Engineering, Dr Aman Dhir, Responsibilities Deliver research and teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate Engineering courses, with a focus on Motorsport & Automotive Engineering. Contribute to the development of research groups and dissemination of outputs in high-quality journals. Engage with external funding opportunities and generate external income where applicable. Collaborate with staff and students within the School and Faculty and participate in broader University activities. Staff Benefits Your Benefits: Competitive salaries Standard Life Pension scheme - with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme. Long Service Recognition - £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service. Free Will Writing Service - Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners. IT & Mobile Discounts - EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts. Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing Wellbeing and Mental Health Support - 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service. Gym memberships discounts - at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton. Eyecare Support - Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution. Flu Vouchers - Free flu vaccinations for staff. Paycare Health Benefit Plan - Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance. Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms - Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services. Valuing You: Generous Annual Leave (see table below) Flexible & Agile Working - Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements. Free On-site Parking - available across campuses Cycle Benefits Scheme - Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice. Employee Discounts - Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment. Travel Discounts - Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles. Training and Development Staff Network and Inclusion - Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks. Library Access - Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries. Staff Scholarship Scheme - Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level Leadership and Management Development - Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career. How to Apply / Contact For an informal discussion about the above post please contact the Head of Engineering, Dr Aman Dhir, at the email address above.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Overview With 23,000 students, the University of Wolverhampton is one of the largest universities in the UK. It has an excellent teaching quality profile, strong performance in third stream income generation and improving REF performance. The School of Architecture, Computing & Engineering manages a well-established portfolio of Engineering courses covering Mechanical Engineering, Motorsport & Automotive Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Additive Layer Manufacturing, CNC Machining and Composite Compression Moulding. The department of engineering has a strong academic record as a high value manufacturing hub, with collaboration partners across the country and worldwide. Research in Engineering is carried out under four pillars - Additive Layer Manufacturing, Composite Engineering, Energy and Green Technologies, and Process Engineering - with emphasis on cross-pillar research. The department is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic individual to contribute to the development of Motorsport & Automotive Engineering, specifically: Expertise in Vehicle Dynamics + Design of Chassis Alternative power trains Including research and teaching across the Engineering's undergraduate and postgraduate courses. You must have a PhD degree in Engineering or a very closely related subject. Membership of a professional body will be an advantage. You must have good experience in all aspects of Motorsport & Automotive Engineering. You will work with staff and students in the pursuit of research both as an individual and as part of the wider School and Faculty activities, encompassing complementary research areas by contributing to the work of established research groups. Hence, you should have a track record of dissemination of research outputs/achievements in high-quality scientific/technical journals and have the potential to attract research funding and/or generate external income. You will be delivering all aspects of aerospace engineering and will need to demonstrate breadth of knowledge of the subject matter. You will be appointed either as a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer depending on experience. For an informal discussion about the above post please contact the Head of Engineering, Dr Aman Dhir, Responsibilities Deliver research and teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate Engineering courses, with a focus on Motorsport & Automotive Engineering. Contribute to the development of research groups and dissemination of outputs in high-quality journals. Engage with external funding opportunities and generate external income where applicable. Collaborate with staff and students within the School and Faculty and participate in broader University activities. Staff Benefits Your Benefits: Competitive salaries Standard Life Pension scheme - with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme. Long Service Recognition - £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service. Free Will Writing Service - Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners. IT & Mobile Discounts - EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts. Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing Wellbeing and Mental Health Support - 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service. Gym memberships discounts - at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton. Eyecare Support - Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution. Flu Vouchers - Free flu vaccinations for staff. Paycare Health Benefit Plan - Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance. Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms - Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services. Valuing You: Generous Annual Leave (see table below) Flexible & Agile Working - Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements. Free On-site Parking - available across campuses Cycle Benefits Scheme - Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice. Employee Discounts - Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment. Travel Discounts - Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles. Training and Development Staff Network and Inclusion - Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks. Library Access - Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries. Staff Scholarship Scheme - Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level Leadership and Management Development - Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career. How to Apply / Contact For an informal discussion about the above post please contact the Head of Engineering, Dr Aman Dhir, at the email address above.
MLC Partners are proud to be supporting a large and highly regarded NHS Trust in the appointment of a Deputy Head of Finance on a 6-month fixed-term contract . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a complex and fast-paced healthcare environment, providing high-quality financial leadership, business partnering, and strategic support to senior operational and clinical leaders. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Head of Finance and wider senior team, delivering insightful financial analysis, leading budget setting and forecasting processes, and helping drive sound financial decision-making across a substantial service area. Key responsibilities: Support the delivery of strategic financial planning and business partnering across designated divisions/directorates Provide expert financial advice to senior managers and budget holders Lead on budget setting, forecasting, variance analysis, and in-year financial performance reporting Support the development of business cases, investment appraisals, and cost improvement plans Represent finance at senior management and operational meetings Ensure financial systems, controls, and processes are robust, effective, and aligned to organisational objectives Contribute to statutory reporting, annual accounts processes, and wider financial governance requirements Support, develop, and mentor finance staff within the team Deliver financial training and guidance to non-finance stakeholders where required Candidate profile: CCAB qualified, or actively studying towards qualification with significant relevant experience Strong financial management background in a large and complex organisation Excellent analytical and modelling skills, including advanced Excel capability Proven ability to influence, challenge, and build strong relationships with senior stakeholders Experience of budget setting, forecasting, and financial planning Strong leadership skills with experience of managing or developing staff Desirable: Previous NHS or wider public sector experience Understanding of NHS finance and reporting frameworks Experience working with complex budget setting or financial planning systems This role would suit a proactive and credible finance leader who is comfortable working in a highly visible business partnering role and able to communicate complex financial information clearly to a wide range of stakeholders.
Mar 09, 2026
Contractor
MLC Partners are proud to be supporting a large and highly regarded NHS Trust in the appointment of a Deputy Head of Finance on a 6-month fixed-term contract . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a complex and fast-paced healthcare environment, providing high-quality financial leadership, business partnering, and strategic support to senior operational and clinical leaders. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Head of Finance and wider senior team, delivering insightful financial analysis, leading budget setting and forecasting processes, and helping drive sound financial decision-making across a substantial service area. Key responsibilities: Support the delivery of strategic financial planning and business partnering across designated divisions/directorates Provide expert financial advice to senior managers and budget holders Lead on budget setting, forecasting, variance analysis, and in-year financial performance reporting Support the development of business cases, investment appraisals, and cost improvement plans Represent finance at senior management and operational meetings Ensure financial systems, controls, and processes are robust, effective, and aligned to organisational objectives Contribute to statutory reporting, annual accounts processes, and wider financial governance requirements Support, develop, and mentor finance staff within the team Deliver financial training and guidance to non-finance stakeholders where required Candidate profile: CCAB qualified, or actively studying towards qualification with significant relevant experience Strong financial management background in a large and complex organisation Excellent analytical and modelling skills, including advanced Excel capability Proven ability to influence, challenge, and build strong relationships with senior stakeholders Experience of budget setting, forecasting, and financial planning Strong leadership skills with experience of managing or developing staff Desirable: Previous NHS or wider public sector experience Understanding of NHS finance and reporting frameworks Experience working with complex budget setting or financial planning systems This role would suit a proactive and credible finance leader who is comfortable working in a highly visible business partnering role and able to communicate complex financial information clearly to a wide range of stakeholders.
Competitive salary plus excellent benefits Simplyhealth Funding Services (SFS) sits at the heart of our ambition to make healthcare more affordable and accessible for everyone in the UK. SFS is responsible for the Group's financing strategy, operational delivery, and lender partnerships - enabling customers to fund the care they need, when they need it. As we expand our role in UK healthcare, the ability to offer simple, fair and compliant financial products is critical to our future. This role leads both the strategic direction of funding across the Group and the operational management of the SFS function which will include evolving our systems and processes, ready for the next phase of growth. As Head of Funding Services, you'll report to the Corporate Finance Director and take ownership of building a multi-lender, multi-product financing strategy that underpins our Group ambition. You will also oversee the SFS Operations team, ensuring robust regulatory compliance, streamlined onboarding of Appointed Representatives (ARs) and Introducer Appointed Representatives (IARs), and scalable operational processes capable of supporting new markets and increased volume. What you'll do In this role, you'll shape and lead the future of financing across Simplyhealth. You'll build and own an ambitious three-year growth model designed to transform Funding Services into a revenue stream for the Group, helping us unlock new ways for customers to access the care they need. You'll take the reins on our financing strategy - owning relationships with providers such as consumer lenders, building a multi-lender panel that strengthens resilience, boosts competitiveness, and opens the door to innovative funding structures. Your work will span forward flow arrangements, embedded finance opportunities, and evaluating potential partners or acquisitions that accelerate our ambitions. Alongside this, you'll play a leading role in designing, testing and scaling new credit propositions. Working closely with our Foundry team, you'll run test and learn pilots, refine propositions based on real world data, and prepare them for mass market launch. You'll bring a deep understanding of the UK credit landscape and emerging regulation to ensure our products are both compliant and commercially compelling. You'll also provide the leadership and oversight needed to strengthen the operational foundations of SFS. That includes guiding the SFS Operations team through a period of change, and ensuring we have the controls, processes and infrastructure needed to grow with confidence. From AR / IAR onboarding and due diligence to customer oversight and regulatory responsibilities such as Consumer Duty and financial promotions, you'll ensure our operations are robust, scalable and ready for the future. Finally, you'll act as a trusted partner across the organisation - collaborating with leaders in our Health Plan and Denplan lines of business, as well as Group functions including Finance, Internal Audit and More. You'll influence Executive and Board level conversations, shape strategy, and provide clear, insightful reporting to the SFS Board on progress, risks and opportunities. In short, you'll be the driving force behind both the strategic vision and operational success of Simplyhealth Funding Services. About You To thrive in this role, you should have: Deep knowledge of the UK credit and financing market, including legislation, lenders, and emerging opportunities. Experience working with multi lender models, funding structures (forward flow, balance sheet lending, partnerships), and market mapping. Strong commercial acumen with experience negotiating and delivering complex financial partnerships. Proven ability to design and scale new credit propositions, ideally in a regulated environment. Hands on delivery mindset - comfortable balancing strategic vision with operational detail. Experience leading transformation across technology enabled change and operational process improvement. Excellent stakeholder management skills and confidence influencing Executive level decision making. A self-starter with resilience, curiosity and the ability to work through ambiguity to deliver meaningful outcomes. In return, we offer: A competitive annual salary. Annual car allowance. Group annual discretionary bonus. 36 days holiday (including 8 bank holidays), with the option to buy/sell additional leave. A comprehensive pension scheme with flexible contribution options. A yearly company funded allowance for benefits such as critical illness cover, private health cover and lots more. Your choice of Simplyhealth's core products (Cash Plan or Dental Plan). Life Assurance. Your Recruitment Journey A telephone interview with our Head of People Operations. First interview with the Corporate Finance Director and our Chief Risk Officer. Psychometric assessment and verbal & numerical test. Final panel interview with Corporate Finance Director, Chief Financial Officer and Chief People Officer. Successful candidates will receive a conditional offer subject to pre employment checks, including credit and DBS checks, due to regulatory responsibilities. If this sounds like you, we'd love you to join us and help shape the future of healthcare funding at Simplyhealth. Up to £70,000 per year plus Sales Commission
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Competitive salary plus excellent benefits Simplyhealth Funding Services (SFS) sits at the heart of our ambition to make healthcare more affordable and accessible for everyone in the UK. SFS is responsible for the Group's financing strategy, operational delivery, and lender partnerships - enabling customers to fund the care they need, when they need it. As we expand our role in UK healthcare, the ability to offer simple, fair and compliant financial products is critical to our future. This role leads both the strategic direction of funding across the Group and the operational management of the SFS function which will include evolving our systems and processes, ready for the next phase of growth. As Head of Funding Services, you'll report to the Corporate Finance Director and take ownership of building a multi-lender, multi-product financing strategy that underpins our Group ambition. You will also oversee the SFS Operations team, ensuring robust regulatory compliance, streamlined onboarding of Appointed Representatives (ARs) and Introducer Appointed Representatives (IARs), and scalable operational processes capable of supporting new markets and increased volume. What you'll do In this role, you'll shape and lead the future of financing across Simplyhealth. You'll build and own an ambitious three-year growth model designed to transform Funding Services into a revenue stream for the Group, helping us unlock new ways for customers to access the care they need. You'll take the reins on our financing strategy - owning relationships with providers such as consumer lenders, building a multi-lender panel that strengthens resilience, boosts competitiveness, and opens the door to innovative funding structures. Your work will span forward flow arrangements, embedded finance opportunities, and evaluating potential partners or acquisitions that accelerate our ambitions. Alongside this, you'll play a leading role in designing, testing and scaling new credit propositions. Working closely with our Foundry team, you'll run test and learn pilots, refine propositions based on real world data, and prepare them for mass market launch. You'll bring a deep understanding of the UK credit landscape and emerging regulation to ensure our products are both compliant and commercially compelling. You'll also provide the leadership and oversight needed to strengthen the operational foundations of SFS. That includes guiding the SFS Operations team through a period of change, and ensuring we have the controls, processes and infrastructure needed to grow with confidence. From AR / IAR onboarding and due diligence to customer oversight and regulatory responsibilities such as Consumer Duty and financial promotions, you'll ensure our operations are robust, scalable and ready for the future. Finally, you'll act as a trusted partner across the organisation - collaborating with leaders in our Health Plan and Denplan lines of business, as well as Group functions including Finance, Internal Audit and More. You'll influence Executive and Board level conversations, shape strategy, and provide clear, insightful reporting to the SFS Board on progress, risks and opportunities. In short, you'll be the driving force behind both the strategic vision and operational success of Simplyhealth Funding Services. About You To thrive in this role, you should have: Deep knowledge of the UK credit and financing market, including legislation, lenders, and emerging opportunities. Experience working with multi lender models, funding structures (forward flow, balance sheet lending, partnerships), and market mapping. Strong commercial acumen with experience negotiating and delivering complex financial partnerships. Proven ability to design and scale new credit propositions, ideally in a regulated environment. Hands on delivery mindset - comfortable balancing strategic vision with operational detail. Experience leading transformation across technology enabled change and operational process improvement. Excellent stakeholder management skills and confidence influencing Executive level decision making. A self-starter with resilience, curiosity and the ability to work through ambiguity to deliver meaningful outcomes. In return, we offer: A competitive annual salary. Annual car allowance. Group annual discretionary bonus. 36 days holiday (including 8 bank holidays), with the option to buy/sell additional leave. A comprehensive pension scheme with flexible contribution options. A yearly company funded allowance for benefits such as critical illness cover, private health cover and lots more. Your choice of Simplyhealth's core products (Cash Plan or Dental Plan). Life Assurance. Your Recruitment Journey A telephone interview with our Head of People Operations. First interview with the Corporate Finance Director and our Chief Risk Officer. Psychometric assessment and verbal & numerical test. Final panel interview with Corporate Finance Director, Chief Financial Officer and Chief People Officer. Successful candidates will receive a conditional offer subject to pre employment checks, including credit and DBS checks, due to regulatory responsibilities. If this sounds like you, we'd love you to join us and help shape the future of healthcare funding at Simplyhealth. Up to £70,000 per year plus Sales Commission
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineer to advance our personalised recommendation systems by developing efficient, low-latency solutions that serve millions of users globally. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to design intelligent content recommendation mechanisms and drive the ongoing advancement of our Machine Learning Platform. Model Development: Design, train, and optimise machine learning models focused on user personalisation, encompassing recommendation engines, ranking algorithms, user segmentation, and content analysis. Data Pipeline Engineering: Construct and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines for feature engineering and model training utilising both structured and unstructured large-scale datasets. Production Deployment: Deploy and supervise ML models in production environments, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and continued relevance. Experimentation: Design and analysis of A/B tests and offline experiments to evaluate model efficacy and support continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with multidisciplinary teams to align machine learning initiatives with business objectives and user needs. Research & Innovation: Evaluate emerging research in machine learning, deep learning, and personalisation for potential integration within existing systems. What you'll bring Demonstrated expertise in the full lifecycle of machine learning, from model development, deployment and serving to monitoring and maintenance. Strong proficiency in Python and knowledge of ML libraries/frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). . Experience using ML Training frameworks (e.g., TFX, Kubeflow Pipelines SDK) and Model Serving technologies (eg. Tensorflow Serving, Triton, TorchServe). Experience with high-volume data processing and real-time streaming architectures. Strong understanding of recommendation system design and personalisation algorithms. Familiarity with Generative AI and its applications in production settings. Exceptional communication and analytical problem-solving skills. Proven successful experience in mentoring less experienced engineers to improve their technical skills A Typical Day at the Office When you come in, you can grab a coffee or a bit of breakfast from one of the many (subsidised) cafés or restaurants on site. Settle in at your desk, have a quick look at Slack to see what's happening in the tech communities, then catch up with everyone at the team stand-up. After that, you'll join your team and pick the first task to get cracking on. At lunchtime, you've got a few choices: head to The Pavilion for a bite with the team, pop to the onsite gym for a quick workout, or join in with a lunchtime community meetup - whatever suits you. Once you're back, you'll carry on working with your team on your current feature. Later in the afternoon, the team might fancy a quick coffee break before wrapping up the day with a team retrospective. Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineer to advance our personalised recommendation systems by developing efficient, low-latency solutions that serve millions of users globally. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to design intelligent content recommendation mechanisms and drive the ongoing advancement of our Machine Learning Platform. Model Development: Design, train, and optimise machine learning models focused on user personalisation, encompassing recommendation engines, ranking algorithms, user segmentation, and content analysis. Data Pipeline Engineering: Construct and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines for feature engineering and model training utilising both structured and unstructured large-scale datasets. Production Deployment: Deploy and supervise ML models in production environments, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and continued relevance. Experimentation: Design and analysis of A/B tests and offline experiments to evaluate model efficacy and support continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with multidisciplinary teams to align machine learning initiatives with business objectives and user needs. Research & Innovation: Evaluate emerging research in machine learning, deep learning, and personalisation for potential integration within existing systems. What you'll bring Demonstrated expertise in the full lifecycle of machine learning, from model development, deployment and serving to monitoring and maintenance. Strong proficiency in Python and knowledge of ML libraries/frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). . Experience using ML Training frameworks (e.g., TFX, Kubeflow Pipelines SDK) and Model Serving technologies (eg. Tensorflow Serving, Triton, TorchServe). Experience with high-volume data processing and real-time streaming architectures. Strong understanding of recommendation system design and personalisation algorithms. Familiarity with Generative AI and its applications in production settings. Exceptional communication and analytical problem-solving skills. Proven successful experience in mentoring less experienced engineers to improve their technical skills A Typical Day at the Office When you come in, you can grab a coffee or a bit of breakfast from one of the many (subsidised) cafés or restaurants on site. Settle in at your desk, have a quick look at Slack to see what's happening in the tech communities, then catch up with everyone at the team stand-up. After that, you'll join your team and pick the first task to get cracking on. At lunchtime, you've got a few choices: head to The Pavilion for a bite with the team, pop to the onsite gym for a quick workout, or join in with a lunchtime community meetup - whatever suits you. Once you're back, you'll carry on working with your team on your current feature. Later in the afternoon, the team might fancy a quick coffee break before wrapping up the day with a team retrospective. Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Head of Health & Safety / London / Onsite / £80-90K + 40% bonus / Real Estate We're recruiting a Head of Health & Safety for a well-known real estate company in London. You'll be the senior H&S authority: shaping policy, managing risk, advising senior leaders and embedding a positive safety culture across a large, fast-moving estate. What you'll do Lead the development, review and implementation of health & safety policies, procedures and management systems to ensure compliance with current legislation and best practice. Design, deliver and oversee audits, inspections and assurance activities across the estate. Own and maintain corporate risk registers, complete risk assessments and drive timely mitigation actions. Provide expert, pragmatic H&S advice to senior management, operations and property teams; influence change and prioritise interventions. Manage contractor assurance, permit-to-work systems and asbestos management processes; review remedial programmes and certification. Investigate incidents and near-misses, produce clear reports and drive lessons-learned into continuous improvement. Prepare and present H&S performance updates and board-level reports - translating technical detail into clear business insight. What we need from you Proven experience in a senior health & safety role (ideally in property, facilities or large estates). Vocational qualification such as NEBOSH or NVQ Level 6 Diploma (or equivalent). Knowledge of asbestos management and related processes; holding BOHS P405 Managing Asbestos in Buildings is highly desirable. Strong track record in compliance, risk management and delivering audit programmes. Experience of people management with the ability to lead, influence and develop stakeholders across all levels. Confident presenter with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office and comfortable producing concise management reports. Excellent organisation, prioritisation and decision-making under pressure. What we offer A strategic, high-profile leadership role with direct influence on policy and operations. The chance to work in a purpose-driven environment with strong focus on employee engagement and sustainability. If this sounds like you, then please apply!
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Head of Health & Safety / London / Onsite / £80-90K + 40% bonus / Real Estate We're recruiting a Head of Health & Safety for a well-known real estate company in London. You'll be the senior H&S authority: shaping policy, managing risk, advising senior leaders and embedding a positive safety culture across a large, fast-moving estate. What you'll do Lead the development, review and implementation of health & safety policies, procedures and management systems to ensure compliance with current legislation and best practice. Design, deliver and oversee audits, inspections and assurance activities across the estate. Own and maintain corporate risk registers, complete risk assessments and drive timely mitigation actions. Provide expert, pragmatic H&S advice to senior management, operations and property teams; influence change and prioritise interventions. Manage contractor assurance, permit-to-work systems and asbestos management processes; review remedial programmes and certification. Investigate incidents and near-misses, produce clear reports and drive lessons-learned into continuous improvement. Prepare and present H&S performance updates and board-level reports - translating technical detail into clear business insight. What we need from you Proven experience in a senior health & safety role (ideally in property, facilities or large estates). Vocational qualification such as NEBOSH or NVQ Level 6 Diploma (or equivalent). Knowledge of asbestos management and related processes; holding BOHS P405 Managing Asbestos in Buildings is highly desirable. Strong track record in compliance, risk management and delivering audit programmes. Experience of people management with the ability to lead, influence and develop stakeholders across all levels. Confident presenter with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office and comfortable producing concise management reports. Excellent organisation, prioritisation and decision-making under pressure. What we offer A strategic, high-profile leadership role with direct influence on policy and operations. The chance to work in a purpose-driven environment with strong focus on employee engagement and sustainability. If this sounds like you, then please apply!
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineer to advance our personalised recommendation systems by developing efficient, low-latency solutions that serve millions of users globally. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to design intelligent content recommendation mechanisms and drive the ongoing advancement of our Machine Learning Platform. Model Development: Design, train, and optimise machine learning models focused on user personalisation, encompassing recommendation engines, ranking algorithms, user segmentation, and content analysis. Data Pipeline Engineering: Construct and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines for feature engineering and model training utilising both structured and unstructured large-scale datasets. Production Deployment: Deploy and supervise ML models in production environments, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and continued relevance. Experimentation: Design and analysis of A/B tests and offline experiments to evaluate model efficacy and support continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with multidisciplinary teams to align machine learning initiatives with business objectives and user needs. Research & Innovation: Evaluate emerging research in machine learning, deep learning, and personalisation for potential integration within existing systems. What you'll bring Demonstrated expertise in the full lifecycle of machine learning, from model development, deployment and serving to monitoring and maintenance. Strong proficiency in Python and knowledge of ML libraries/frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). . Experience using ML Training frameworks (e.g., TFX, Kubeflow Pipelines SDK) and Model Serving technologies (eg. Tensorflow Serving, Triton, TorchServe). Experience with high-volume data processing and real-time streaming architectures. Strong understanding of recommendation system design and personalisation algorithms. Familiarity with Generative AI and its applications in production settings. Exceptional communication and analytical problem-solving skills. Proven successful experience in mentoring less experienced engineers to improve their technical skills A Typical Day at the Office When you come in, you can grab a coffee or a bit of breakfast from one of the many (subsidised) cafés or restaurants on site. Settle in at your desk, have a quick look at Slack to see what's happening in the tech communities, then catch up with everyone at the team stand-up. After that, you'll join your team and pick the first task to get cracking on. At lunchtime, you've got a few choices: head to The Pavilion for a bite with the team, pop to the onsite gym for a quick workout, or join in with a lunchtime community meetup - whatever suits you. Once you're back, you'll carry on working with your team on your current feature. Later in the afternoon, the team might fancy a quick coffee break before wrapping up the day with a team retrospective. Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineer to advance our personalised recommendation systems by developing efficient, low-latency solutions that serve millions of users globally. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to design intelligent content recommendation mechanisms and drive the ongoing advancement of our Machine Learning Platform. Model Development: Design, train, and optimise machine learning models focused on user personalisation, encompassing recommendation engines, ranking algorithms, user segmentation, and content analysis. Data Pipeline Engineering: Construct and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines for feature engineering and model training utilising both structured and unstructured large-scale datasets. Production Deployment: Deploy and supervise ML models in production environments, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and continued relevance. Experimentation: Design and analysis of A/B tests and offline experiments to evaluate model efficacy and support continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with multidisciplinary teams to align machine learning initiatives with business objectives and user needs. Research & Innovation: Evaluate emerging research in machine learning, deep learning, and personalisation for potential integration within existing systems. What you'll bring Demonstrated expertise in the full lifecycle of machine learning, from model development, deployment and serving to monitoring and maintenance. Strong proficiency in Python and knowledge of ML libraries/frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). . Experience using ML Training frameworks (e.g., TFX, Kubeflow Pipelines SDK) and Model Serving technologies (eg. Tensorflow Serving, Triton, TorchServe). Experience with high-volume data processing and real-time streaming architectures. Strong understanding of recommendation system design and personalisation algorithms. Familiarity with Generative AI and its applications in production settings. Exceptional communication and analytical problem-solving skills. Proven successful experience in mentoring less experienced engineers to improve their technical skills A Typical Day at the Office When you come in, you can grab a coffee or a bit of breakfast from one of the many (subsidised) cafés or restaurants on site. Settle in at your desk, have a quick look at Slack to see what's happening in the tech communities, then catch up with everyone at the team stand-up. After that, you'll join your team and pick the first task to get cracking on. At lunchtime, you've got a few choices: head to The Pavilion for a bite with the team, pop to the onsite gym for a quick workout, or join in with a lunchtime community meetup - whatever suits you. Once you're back, you'll carry on working with your team on your current feature. Later in the afternoon, the team might fancy a quick coffee break before wrapping up the day with a team retrospective. Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineer to advance our personalised recommendation systems by developing efficient, low-latency solutions that serve millions of users globally. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to design intelligent content recommendation mechanisms and drive the ongoing advancement of our Machine Learning Platform. Model Development: Design, train, and optimise machine learning models focused on user personalisation, encompassing recommendation engines, ranking algorithms, user segmentation, and content analysis. Data Pipeline Engineering: Construct and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines for feature engineering and model training utilising both structured and unstructured large-scale datasets. Production Deployment: Deploy and supervise ML models in production environments, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and continued relevance. Experimentation: Design and analysis of A/B tests and offline experiments to evaluate model efficacy and support continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with multidisciplinary teams to align machine learning initiatives with business objectives and user needs. Research & Innovation: Evaluate emerging research in machine learning, deep learning, and personalisation for potential integration within existing systems. What you'll bring Demonstrated expertise in the full lifecycle of machine learning, from model development, deployment and serving to monitoring and maintenance. Strong proficiency in Python and knowledge of ML libraries/frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). . Experience using ML Training frameworks (e.g., TFX, Kubeflow Pipelines SDK) and Model Serving technologies (eg. Tensorflow Serving, Triton, TorchServe). Experience with high-volume data processing and real-time streaming architectures. Strong understanding of recommendation system design and personalisation algorithms. Familiarity with Generative AI and its applications in production settings. Exceptional communication and analytical problem-solving skills. Proven successful experience in mentoring less experienced engineers to improve their technical skills A Typical Day at the Office When you come in, you can grab a coffee or a bit of breakfast from one of the many (subsidised) cafés or restaurants on site. Settle in at your desk, have a quick look at Slack to see what's happening in the tech communities, then catch up with everyone at the team stand-up. After that, you'll join your team and pick the first task to get cracking on. At lunchtime, you've got a few choices: head to The Pavilion for a bite with the team, pop to the onsite gym for a quick workout, or join in with a lunchtime community meetup - whatever suits you. Once you're back, you'll carry on working with your team on your current feature. Later in the afternoon, the team might fancy a quick coffee break before wrapping up the day with a team retrospective. Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineer to advance our personalised recommendation systems by developing efficient, low-latency solutions that serve millions of users globally. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to design intelligent content recommendation mechanisms and drive the ongoing advancement of our Machine Learning Platform. Model Development: Design, train, and optimise machine learning models focused on user personalisation, encompassing recommendation engines, ranking algorithms, user segmentation, and content analysis. Data Pipeline Engineering: Construct and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines for feature engineering and model training utilising both structured and unstructured large-scale datasets. Production Deployment: Deploy and supervise ML models in production environments, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and continued relevance. Experimentation: Design and analysis of A/B tests and offline experiments to evaluate model efficacy and support continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with multidisciplinary teams to align machine learning initiatives with business objectives and user needs. Research & Innovation: Evaluate emerging research in machine learning, deep learning, and personalisation for potential integration within existing systems. What you'll bring Demonstrated expertise in the full lifecycle of machine learning, from model development, deployment and serving to monitoring and maintenance. Strong proficiency in Python and knowledge of ML libraries/frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). . Experience using ML Training frameworks (e.g., TFX, Kubeflow Pipelines SDK) and Model Serving technologies (eg. Tensorflow Serving, Triton, TorchServe). Experience with high-volume data processing and real-time streaming architectures. Strong understanding of recommendation system design and personalisation algorithms. Familiarity with Generative AI and its applications in production settings. Exceptional communication and analytical problem-solving skills. Proven successful experience in mentoring less experienced engineers to improve their technical skills A Typical Day at the Office When you come in, you can grab a coffee or a bit of breakfast from one of the many (subsidised) cafés or restaurants on site. Settle in at your desk, have a quick look at Slack to see what's happening in the tech communities, then catch up with everyone at the team stand-up. After that, you'll join your team and pick the first task to get cracking on. At lunchtime, you've got a few choices: head to The Pavilion for a bite with the team, pop to the onsite gym for a quick workout, or join in with a lunchtime community meetup - whatever suits you. Once you're back, you'll carry on working with your team on your current feature. Later in the afternoon, the team might fancy a quick coffee break before wrapping up the day with a team retrospective. Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineer to advance our personalised recommendation systems by developing efficient, low-latency solutions that serve millions of users globally. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to design intelligent content recommendation mechanisms and drive the ongoing advancement of our Machine Learning Platform. Model Development: Design, train, and optimise machine learning models focused on user personalisation, encompassing recommendation engines, ranking algorithms, user segmentation, and content analysis. Data Pipeline Engineering: Construct and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines for feature engineering and model training utilising both structured and unstructured large-scale datasets. Production Deployment: Deploy and supervise ML models in production environments, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and continued relevance. Experimentation: Design and analysis of A/B tests and offline experiments to evaluate model efficacy and support continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with multidisciplinary teams to align machine learning initiatives with business objectives and user needs. Research & Innovation: Evaluate emerging research in machine learning, deep learning, and personalisation for potential integration within existing systems. What you'll bring Demonstrated expertise in the full lifecycle of machine learning, from model development, deployment and serving to monitoring and maintenance. Strong proficiency in Python and knowledge of ML libraries/frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). . Experience using ML Training frameworks (e.g., TFX, Kubeflow Pipelines SDK) and Model Serving technologies (eg. Tensorflow Serving, Triton, TorchServe). Experience with high-volume data processing and real-time streaming architectures. Strong understanding of recommendation system design and personalisation algorithms. Familiarity with Generative AI and its applications in production settings. Exceptional communication and analytical problem-solving skills. Proven successful experience in mentoring less experienced engineers to improve their technical skills A Typical Day at the Office When you come in, you can grab a coffee or a bit of breakfast from one of the many (subsidised) cafés or restaurants on site. Settle in at your desk, have a quick look at Slack to see what's happening in the tech communities, then catch up with everyone at the team stand-up. After that, you'll join your team and pick the first task to get cracking on. At lunchtime, you've got a few choices: head to The Pavilion for a bite with the team, pop to the onsite gym for a quick workout, or join in with a lunchtime community meetup - whatever suits you. Once you're back, you'll carry on working with your team on your current feature. Later in the afternoon, the team might fancy a quick coffee break before wrapping up the day with a team retrospective. Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineer to advance our personalised recommendation systems by developing efficient, low-latency solutions that serve millions of users globally. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to design intelligent content recommendation mechanisms and drive the ongoing advancement of our Machine Learning Platform. Model Development: Design, train, and optimise machine learning models focused on user personalisation, encompassing recommendation engines, ranking algorithms, user segmentation, and content analysis. Data Pipeline Engineering: Construct and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines for feature engineering and model training utilising both structured and unstructured large-scale datasets. Production Deployment: Deploy and supervise ML models in production environments, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and continued relevance. Experimentation: Design and analysis of A/B tests and offline experiments to evaluate model efficacy and support continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with multidisciplinary teams to align machine learning initiatives with business objectives and user needs. Research & Innovation: Evaluate emerging research in machine learning, deep learning, and personalisation for potential integration within existing systems. What you'll bring Demonstrated expertise in the full lifecycle of machine learning, from model development, deployment and serving to monitoring and maintenance. Strong proficiency in Python and knowledge of ML libraries/frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). . Experience using ML Training frameworks (e.g., TFX, Kubeflow Pipelines SDK) and Model Serving technologies (eg. Tensorflow Serving, Triton, TorchServe). Experience with high-volume data processing and real-time streaming architectures. Strong understanding of recommendation system design and personalisation algorithms. Familiarity with Generative AI and its applications in production settings. Exceptional communication and analytical problem-solving skills. Proven successful experience in mentoring less experienced engineers to improve their technical skills A Typical Day at the Office When you come in, you can grab a coffee or a bit of breakfast from one of the many (subsidised) cafés or restaurants on site. Settle in at your desk, have a quick look at Slack to see what's happening in the tech communities, then catch up with everyone at the team stand-up. After that, you'll join your team and pick the first task to get cracking on. At lunchtime, you've got a few choices: head to The Pavilion for a bite with the team, pop to the onsite gym for a quick workout, or join in with a lunchtime community meetup - whatever suits you. Once you're back, you'll carry on working with your team on your current feature. Later in the afternoon, the team might fancy a quick coffee break before wrapping up the day with a team retrospective. Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineer to advance our personalised recommendation systems by developing efficient, low-latency solutions that serve millions of users globally. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to design intelligent content recommendation mechanisms and drive the ongoing advancement of our Machine Learning Platform. Model Development: Design, train, and optimise machine learning models focused on user personalisation, encompassing recommendation engines, ranking algorithms, user segmentation, and content analysis. Data Pipeline Engineering: Construct and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines for feature engineering and model training utilising both structured and unstructured large-scale datasets. Production Deployment: Deploy and supervise ML models in production environments, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and continued relevance. Experimentation: Design and analysis of A/B tests and offline experiments to evaluate model efficacy and support continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with multidisciplinary teams to align machine learning initiatives with business objectives and user needs. Research & Innovation: Evaluate emerging research in machine learning, deep learning, and personalisation for potential integration within existing systems. What you'll bring Demonstrated expertise in the full lifecycle of machine learning, from model development, deployment and serving to monitoring and maintenance. Strong proficiency in Python and knowledge of ML libraries/frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). . Experience using ML Training frameworks (e.g., TFX, Kubeflow Pipelines SDK) and Model Serving technologies (eg. Tensorflow Serving, Triton, TorchServe). Experience with high-volume data processing and real-time streaming architectures. Strong understanding of recommendation system design and personalisation algorithms. Familiarity with Generative AI and its applications in production settings. Exceptional communication and analytical problem-solving skills. Proven successful experience in mentoring less experienced engineers to improve their technical skills A Typical Day at the Office When you come in, you can grab a coffee or a bit of breakfast from one of the many (subsidised) cafés or restaurants on site. Settle in at your desk, have a quick look at Slack to see what's happening in the tech communities, then catch up with everyone at the team stand-up. After that, you'll join your team and pick the first task to get cracking on. At lunchtime, you've got a few choices: head to The Pavilion for a bite with the team, pop to the onsite gym for a quick workout, or join in with a lunchtime community meetup - whatever suits you. Once you're back, you'll carry on working with your team on your current feature. Later in the afternoon, the team might fancy a quick coffee break before wrapping up the day with a team retrospective. Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineer to advance our personalised recommendation systems by developing efficient, low-latency solutions that serve millions of users globally. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to design intelligent content recommendation mechanisms and drive the ongoing advancement of our Machine Learning Platform. Model Development: Design, train, and optimise machine learning models focused on user personalisation, encompassing recommendation engines, ranking algorithms, user segmentation, and content analysis. Data Pipeline Engineering: Construct and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines for feature engineering and model training utilising both structured and unstructured large-scale datasets. Production Deployment: Deploy and supervise ML models in production environments, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and continued relevance. Experimentation: Design and analysis of A/B tests and offline experiments to evaluate model efficacy and support continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with multidisciplinary teams to align machine learning initiatives with business objectives and user needs. Research & Innovation: Evaluate emerging research in machine learning, deep learning, and personalisation for potential integration within existing systems. What you'll bring Demonstrated expertise in the full lifecycle of machine learning, from model development, deployment and serving to monitoring and maintenance. Strong proficiency in Python and knowledge of ML libraries/frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). . Experience using ML Training frameworks (e.g., TFX, Kubeflow Pipelines SDK) and Model Serving technologies (eg. Tensorflow Serving, Triton, TorchServe). Experience with high-volume data processing and real-time streaming architectures. Strong understanding of recommendation system design and personalisation algorithms. Familiarity with Generative AI and its applications in production settings. Exceptional communication and analytical problem-solving skills. Proven successful experience in mentoring less experienced engineers to improve their technical skills A Typical Day at the Office When you come in, you can grab a coffee or a bit of breakfast from one of the many (subsidised) cafés or restaurants on site. Settle in at your desk, have a quick look at Slack to see what's happening in the tech communities, then catch up with everyone at the team stand-up. After that, you'll join your team and pick the first task to get cracking on. At lunchtime, you've got a few choices: head to The Pavilion for a bite with the team, pop to the onsite gym for a quick workout, or join in with a lunchtime community meetup - whatever suits you. Once you're back, you'll carry on working with your team on your current feature. Later in the afternoon, the team might fancy a quick coffee break before wrapping up the day with a team retrospective. Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
We re recruiting an experienced, creative and hands-on communications specialist to work with Platform Places and Footwork over the next 10 months to develop our bold narratives and inspiring content that help drive locally-led neighbourhood transformation. Target start date: 11th May 2026 Time input: 3 days per week (0.6 full-time equivalent), with flexibility for up to 4 days per week in certain busy periods, by mutual agreement Remuneration: £55,000-£61,500 per year (pro rata) depending on experience Flexible working: Work hours can be flexible as long as role objectives are met Location: Hybrid, remote or in-person (option to work from our London office). Monthly in-person team days in London, plus occasional trips to partners in Newcastle, Sheffield, Liverpool, Bristol and London and learning gatherings (expenses covered). Contract type: PAYE employment contract. 10 months fixed term. Eligibility: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. About us In 2025, Platform Places integrated with Footwork Trust, becoming what we call civic partners . Together we facilitate locally-led neighbourhood transformation so people have the power to live affordably, sustainably and together. About Platform Places Platform Places is a national cross-sector collaboration and not-for-profit social enterprise with a mission to unlock town centre buildings for amazing ideas that help us live affordably, sustainably and together. We convene councils, community leaders and asset owners around the country to build powerful partnerships, to unlock buildings for local benefit. We support these Partnerships with access to funding, technical expertise and networks. Our deeper intention is to localise and democratise who owns, controls and transforms town centre and neighbourhood buildings, so that communities can: design spaces to meet local needs whether affordable space for arts, music, healthcare, local food, housing, nature connection, reuse & repair, childcare etc retain and reinvest the wealth generated by these buildings. We re inspired by pioneers like Hastings Commons, Stour Trust, SAFE Regen, Civic Square, Nudge Community Builders, Makespace Oxford and other members of the Mycelial Network. About Footwork Trust Footwork (UK charity Footwork Trust) supports local people to transform their neighbourhoods for the better and builds alliances to make this possible. Since 2022, Footwork s People and Place programme has supported over 50 community innovators to turn their bold ideas into lasting positive change, in response to a local social or environmental challenge. Often reviving land and buildings for community use, they are part of a growing force for fairer, locally-led regeneration, making the places they call home more resilient and equitable. Through national and local events, Footwork creates spaces for peer support and shared learning, showcases inspiring examples, and convenes built environment practitioners to enable true collaboration with community partners. Together, Footwork and Platform Places co-facilitate the Mycelial Network for Community Asset Developers. About the Local Property Partnerships pilot, Thanks to National Lottery players, Platform Places and partners have received almost £2.5 million over three years from The National Lottery Community Fund, the largest community funder in the UK. The funding is being used to enable communities to come together and secure long-term spaces for the activities and services that they need the most. This fund and programme resources local leaders in neighbourhoods in Newcastle, Sheffield, Liverpool City Region, Bristol and London working towards shifting multiple buildings into long-term local ownership. We re also supported by our national partner organisations Architectural Heritage Fund, Power to Change and Social Investment Business. Our intention is that this work will lay the groundwork for a larger follow-on funding programme, which catalyses England-wide adoption of this approach. The role We re looking for an experienced, creative and hands-on communications specialist to join our small team and network of local and national partners. The Communications Lead will focus on our key programmes, with the below time distribution. The challenge and opportunity is to hit the ground running and drive communications across our key channels to help attract allies, funding and support, and inspire replication of these approaches in neighbourhoods around England. 2 days per week, Local Property Partnerships : You ll lead on promoting, and sharing learnings from, Platform Places exciting pilot programme (funded by National Lottery Community Fund) which is localising and democratising who owns, controls and transforms town centre buildings in five neighbourhoods across England. 0.75 days per week, People and Place : You ll promote, and share learnings from, Footwork Trust s People and Place programme which supports community innovators to turn their bold ideas into lasting positive change for their place. 0.25 days per week, Wider movement building: You ll work on ad hoc broader communications opportunities that support our mission and the programmes for example, creating a content piece with local or national partners from our wider network, or pitching a media story that cuts across all our programmes. This involves the following areas of responsibility: Build on our working communications strategy Work with co-directors to develop our bold, inspiring core messaging, and update our boilerplate narratives Manage digital channels for Platform Places and Footwork: a) plan and create regular social media content; b) write newsletters (approx. quarterly); c) upload and edit website content, on Squarespace (drag-and-drop editor) and occasionally Wix (guidance available). Strategic media relations: build journalist relationships and pitch stories (local or national), op-eds and comments Work with local and national partners to share inspiring and compelling stories Develop practical how-tos and templates, together with partners (you'll have support initiating partner relationships) Provide comms guidance to local programme partners Support co-directors and partners with speaking engagements and event opportunities You ll start from a strong foundation of communications activities, along with our established tone, visual identity and branded templates with lots of freedom for new ideas. About you You re as comfortable with creative storytelling as you are with practical resources You re a campaigner for systems change experienced in attracting allies and creating communications for diverse audiences You make it sing you turn dense or complicated materials into clear and effective narratives to shift opinion and action You re a collaborator you can effectively hold relationships with local and national partners to plan and deliver coordinated communications You can wear all the hats : you get stuck in on strategy and roll up your sleeves on delivery; you know when to pitch to media and when the tactic is digital; you can knock up great copy or quick Canva graphics without aiming for perfection You re efficient and resourceful, comfortable leading on comms in a small (and collaborative) team, and know how to make things happen on a small budget (and when to seek external specialists) You re passionate about community-led places and social and environmental justice and you re knowledgeable about at least one of: high streets, property, retrofit, community business, heritage buildings, cultural venues, town planning, neighbourhood governance We know you likely have a particular comms specialism, with more strengths and experience in some areas than others. We d love to hear about this, and about your approach to getting stuck into the rest. Our team & culture You ll be joining our small, agile team of six people across Platform Places and Footwork. We meet in-person on a monthly basis to have lunch together and plan ahead, and have weekly online huddles to check-in and discuss priorities. We work flexibly around our needs, whether a caring responsibility or otherwise. Our culture is driven by our values: generous sharing, diverse perspectives, active listening and curiosity, staying networked and joy.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
We re recruiting an experienced, creative and hands-on communications specialist to work with Platform Places and Footwork over the next 10 months to develop our bold narratives and inspiring content that help drive locally-led neighbourhood transformation. Target start date: 11th May 2026 Time input: 3 days per week (0.6 full-time equivalent), with flexibility for up to 4 days per week in certain busy periods, by mutual agreement Remuneration: £55,000-£61,500 per year (pro rata) depending on experience Flexible working: Work hours can be flexible as long as role objectives are met Location: Hybrid, remote or in-person (option to work from our London office). Monthly in-person team days in London, plus occasional trips to partners in Newcastle, Sheffield, Liverpool, Bristol and London and learning gatherings (expenses covered). Contract type: PAYE employment contract. 10 months fixed term. Eligibility: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. About us In 2025, Platform Places integrated with Footwork Trust, becoming what we call civic partners . Together we facilitate locally-led neighbourhood transformation so people have the power to live affordably, sustainably and together. About Platform Places Platform Places is a national cross-sector collaboration and not-for-profit social enterprise with a mission to unlock town centre buildings for amazing ideas that help us live affordably, sustainably and together. We convene councils, community leaders and asset owners around the country to build powerful partnerships, to unlock buildings for local benefit. We support these Partnerships with access to funding, technical expertise and networks. Our deeper intention is to localise and democratise who owns, controls and transforms town centre and neighbourhood buildings, so that communities can: design spaces to meet local needs whether affordable space for arts, music, healthcare, local food, housing, nature connection, reuse & repair, childcare etc retain and reinvest the wealth generated by these buildings. We re inspired by pioneers like Hastings Commons, Stour Trust, SAFE Regen, Civic Square, Nudge Community Builders, Makespace Oxford and other members of the Mycelial Network. About Footwork Trust Footwork (UK charity Footwork Trust) supports local people to transform their neighbourhoods for the better and builds alliances to make this possible. Since 2022, Footwork s People and Place programme has supported over 50 community innovators to turn their bold ideas into lasting positive change, in response to a local social or environmental challenge. Often reviving land and buildings for community use, they are part of a growing force for fairer, locally-led regeneration, making the places they call home more resilient and equitable. Through national and local events, Footwork creates spaces for peer support and shared learning, showcases inspiring examples, and convenes built environment practitioners to enable true collaboration with community partners. Together, Footwork and Platform Places co-facilitate the Mycelial Network for Community Asset Developers. About the Local Property Partnerships pilot, Thanks to National Lottery players, Platform Places and partners have received almost £2.5 million over three years from The National Lottery Community Fund, the largest community funder in the UK. The funding is being used to enable communities to come together and secure long-term spaces for the activities and services that they need the most. This fund and programme resources local leaders in neighbourhoods in Newcastle, Sheffield, Liverpool City Region, Bristol and London working towards shifting multiple buildings into long-term local ownership. We re also supported by our national partner organisations Architectural Heritage Fund, Power to Change and Social Investment Business. Our intention is that this work will lay the groundwork for a larger follow-on funding programme, which catalyses England-wide adoption of this approach. The role We re looking for an experienced, creative and hands-on communications specialist to join our small team and network of local and national partners. The Communications Lead will focus on our key programmes, with the below time distribution. The challenge and opportunity is to hit the ground running and drive communications across our key channels to help attract allies, funding and support, and inspire replication of these approaches in neighbourhoods around England. 2 days per week, Local Property Partnerships : You ll lead on promoting, and sharing learnings from, Platform Places exciting pilot programme (funded by National Lottery Community Fund) which is localising and democratising who owns, controls and transforms town centre buildings in five neighbourhoods across England. 0.75 days per week, People and Place : You ll promote, and share learnings from, Footwork Trust s People and Place programme which supports community innovators to turn their bold ideas into lasting positive change for their place. 0.25 days per week, Wider movement building: You ll work on ad hoc broader communications opportunities that support our mission and the programmes for example, creating a content piece with local or national partners from our wider network, or pitching a media story that cuts across all our programmes. This involves the following areas of responsibility: Build on our working communications strategy Work with co-directors to develop our bold, inspiring core messaging, and update our boilerplate narratives Manage digital channels for Platform Places and Footwork: a) plan and create regular social media content; b) write newsletters (approx. quarterly); c) upload and edit website content, on Squarespace (drag-and-drop editor) and occasionally Wix (guidance available). Strategic media relations: build journalist relationships and pitch stories (local or national), op-eds and comments Work with local and national partners to share inspiring and compelling stories Develop practical how-tos and templates, together with partners (you'll have support initiating partner relationships) Provide comms guidance to local programme partners Support co-directors and partners with speaking engagements and event opportunities You ll start from a strong foundation of communications activities, along with our established tone, visual identity and branded templates with lots of freedom for new ideas. About you You re as comfortable with creative storytelling as you are with practical resources You re a campaigner for systems change experienced in attracting allies and creating communications for diverse audiences You make it sing you turn dense or complicated materials into clear and effective narratives to shift opinion and action You re a collaborator you can effectively hold relationships with local and national partners to plan and deliver coordinated communications You can wear all the hats : you get stuck in on strategy and roll up your sleeves on delivery; you know when to pitch to media and when the tactic is digital; you can knock up great copy or quick Canva graphics without aiming for perfection You re efficient and resourceful, comfortable leading on comms in a small (and collaborative) team, and know how to make things happen on a small budget (and when to seek external specialists) You re passionate about community-led places and social and environmental justice and you re knowledgeable about at least one of: high streets, property, retrofit, community business, heritage buildings, cultural venues, town planning, neighbourhood governance We know you likely have a particular comms specialism, with more strengths and experience in some areas than others. We d love to hear about this, and about your approach to getting stuck into the rest. Our team & culture You ll be joining our small, agile team of six people across Platform Places and Footwork. We meet in-person on a monthly basis to have lunch together and plan ahead, and have weekly online huddles to check-in and discuss priorities. We work flexibly around our needs, whether a caring responsibility or otherwise. Our culture is driven by our values: generous sharing, diverse perspectives, active listening and curiosity, staying networked and joy.
OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN A LEADING GLOBAL MANUFACTURER OF PRECISION OPTICS Full Time Permanent Position, Monday to Friday Do you have a background in ultra-precision manufacturing or engineering work? Do you have a keen eye for detail? If so, we want to hear from you ABOUT US G&H is a world leader in optical designing, testing and manufacturing. As experts in the technology of light, G&H works with customers to provide optical systems, assemblies, and components for demanding applications Headquartered in Ilminster Somerset, UK with primary operations in the USA and Europe, G&H is recognised for the breadth of their acousto-optic, electro-optic, crystal-optic, fibre optic, and precision optic products. G&H is recognised as the preferred source for OEMs in the life sciences, industrial, and aerospace and defence industries, with a history of quality and excellence that dates back over seventy-five years. Our success is built on innovation, precision, and the talent of our people. We are committed to developing capability at every stage of a career, from apprenticeships and graduate pathways through to leadership development. ROLE The Assembly Operator is responsible preparing and assembling mechanical components by interpreting assembly instructions and parts lists. To set up machinery, processes or equipment to enable the safe manufacture of optics throughout the production process. To follow written procedures to ensure the best methods and equipment are used at any given time. Take responsibility of department/cell quality, output, safety and improvement targets. RESPONSIBILITIES Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures Pack finished products Clean production equipment and work areas Proactively engage in the continuous improvement to make efficiencies and be more productive Inspection Training and working within a small team, assembling periscopes and opto-mechanical sights for armoured vehicles Mix adhesives and prepare metal to optics bonding Bond optical surfaces together for substrates and laser protection filters Set optical sub-assemblies to the correct orientation Inspect Optics and Metal work to required specification Follow the MRB process for non-conforming parts Perform AQL inspection on some parts Ensure history card and other documentation is completed Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures Maintain clean production equipment and work areas As part of a team, cover the roles of colleagues and provide assistance when required Comply with Health and Safety procedures Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including those in relation to Quality Management PERFORMANCE MEASURES Positions parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements. Assembles components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies. Verifies specifications by measuring completed products as required. Time keeping and attendance WE'RE LOOKING FOR APPLICANT WITH THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Experience in a production environment. Ability to follow instructions accurately Excellent communication skills Team player Good level of numeracy and literacy Positive can do attitude Punctual and adaptable to change Flexible approach to working and shift patterns Willingness to learn and develop skills Attention to detail Methodical approach Ability to work in a fast pace environment and to meet deadlines OUR BENEFITS INCLUDE Generous overtime pay: 1.5x after 39 hours and 2x on Sundays and Bank Holidays. 25 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays. Pension contributions: Company pays 6%. Company bonus scheme. Health Cash Plan to cover medical expenses. £500 referral bonus for recommending friends (terms apply). Cycle to work scheme Ready to join a leader in Optical Technology? Take your career to the next level with G&H. Apply today and be part of a team that s shaping the future of optics!
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN A LEADING GLOBAL MANUFACTURER OF PRECISION OPTICS Full Time Permanent Position, Monday to Friday Do you have a background in ultra-precision manufacturing or engineering work? Do you have a keen eye for detail? If so, we want to hear from you ABOUT US G&H is a world leader in optical designing, testing and manufacturing. As experts in the technology of light, G&H works with customers to provide optical systems, assemblies, and components for demanding applications Headquartered in Ilminster Somerset, UK with primary operations in the USA and Europe, G&H is recognised for the breadth of their acousto-optic, electro-optic, crystal-optic, fibre optic, and precision optic products. G&H is recognised as the preferred source for OEMs in the life sciences, industrial, and aerospace and defence industries, with a history of quality and excellence that dates back over seventy-five years. Our success is built on innovation, precision, and the talent of our people. We are committed to developing capability at every stage of a career, from apprenticeships and graduate pathways through to leadership development. ROLE The Assembly Operator is responsible preparing and assembling mechanical components by interpreting assembly instructions and parts lists. To set up machinery, processes or equipment to enable the safe manufacture of optics throughout the production process. To follow written procedures to ensure the best methods and equipment are used at any given time. Take responsibility of department/cell quality, output, safety and improvement targets. RESPONSIBILITIES Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures Pack finished products Clean production equipment and work areas Proactively engage in the continuous improvement to make efficiencies and be more productive Inspection Training and working within a small team, assembling periscopes and opto-mechanical sights for armoured vehicles Mix adhesives and prepare metal to optics bonding Bond optical surfaces together for substrates and laser protection filters Set optical sub-assemblies to the correct orientation Inspect Optics and Metal work to required specification Follow the MRB process for non-conforming parts Perform AQL inspection on some parts Ensure history card and other documentation is completed Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures Maintain clean production equipment and work areas As part of a team, cover the roles of colleagues and provide assistance when required Comply with Health and Safety procedures Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including those in relation to Quality Management PERFORMANCE MEASURES Positions parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements. Assembles components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies. Verifies specifications by measuring completed products as required. Time keeping and attendance WE'RE LOOKING FOR APPLICANT WITH THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Experience in a production environment. Ability to follow instructions accurately Excellent communication skills Team player Good level of numeracy and literacy Positive can do attitude Punctual and adaptable to change Flexible approach to working and shift patterns Willingness to learn and develop skills Attention to detail Methodical approach Ability to work in a fast pace environment and to meet deadlines OUR BENEFITS INCLUDE Generous overtime pay: 1.5x after 39 hours and 2x on Sundays and Bank Holidays. 25 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays. Pension contributions: Company pays 6%. Company bonus scheme. Health Cash Plan to cover medical expenses. £500 referral bonus for recommending friends (terms apply). Cycle to work scheme Ready to join a leader in Optical Technology? Take your career to the next level with G&H. Apply today and be part of a team that s shaping the future of optics!
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Lead Software Development Engineer - Services About this role Capital One's mission is to change banking for good by bringing humanity, ingenuity and simplicity to banking. Sitting at the core of such values is our Software Engineering department whose primary role is to be an enabler of our ambitions. Capital One is looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer to join a backend team, based in our London office on a hybrid basis. Our Engineers are people who lead by example, build strong and valuable relationships and have the confidence to influence at all levels. We are proud of who we are and what we do and want you to join us at this particularly exciting time at Capital One. What you'll do You will lead a team or cross-functional squad in the delivery of complex and ambiguous projects that support a broader business outcome You will take end-to-end responsibility for technical design, implementation, and operational considerations Collaborate with engineers, architects, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes You will play a crucial role in supporting the elevation of engineering enablement, excellence, and experience across the broader engineering community You will collaborate and contribute to the development and dissemination of standardised and sustainable best practices, tools, patterns, and frameworks that enhance the productivity and quality of engineering efforts business-wide Your focus is on a major portion of existing or new team software (e.g., significant component, set of features, mid-size application or service) You'll work to achieve the goals and vision shared by Product Management and your Tribe Leadership Innovate within your team, initiative area and contribute within your technical domain What we're looking for Proven experience in technical leadership, including leading a team or cross-functional squad Proven experience working in both backend services and mobile technologies Exceptional programming skills and knowledge of building APIs using modern OO languages preferably Java, SOLID principles, SOA, HTTP and REST Experience with AWS and strong understanding of cloud-based development Extensive, demonstrable knowledge of designing architectures that are secure and perform at scale You're able to effectively communicate and work collaboratively across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste Proven experience ability to deliver high quality applications at scale An advocate for quality and the ability to support the team, leveraging approaches such as Pair Programming, TDD and BDD Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and will be based in our London office. 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 London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be handsomely rewarded with a role contributing to the product roadmap for an organisation committed to transformation We're continuing our journey into the public cloud and have problems of scale, security, availability and performance for you to help solve We love continuous learning and that's why we give you 10% of your time to work on cutting edge innovative projects that shape the way we will work in the future 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 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 are committed to creating a level playing field and seek to create teams that are representative of our customers and the communities we serve. We'd love to hear from you if you identify with a typically under-represented group in our industry and are particularly keen to hear from women and ethnic minority candidates. 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
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Lead Software Development Engineer - Services About this role Capital One's mission is to change banking for good by bringing humanity, ingenuity and simplicity to banking. Sitting at the core of such values is our Software Engineering department whose primary role is to be an enabler of our ambitions. Capital One is looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer to join a backend team, based in our London office on a hybrid basis. Our Engineers are people who lead by example, build strong and valuable relationships and have the confidence to influence at all levels. We are proud of who we are and what we do and want you to join us at this particularly exciting time at Capital One. What you'll do You will lead a team or cross-functional squad in the delivery of complex and ambiguous projects that support a broader business outcome You will take end-to-end responsibility for technical design, implementation, and operational considerations Collaborate with engineers, architects, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes You will play a crucial role in supporting the elevation of engineering enablement, excellence, and experience across the broader engineering community You will collaborate and contribute to the development and dissemination of standardised and sustainable best practices, tools, patterns, and frameworks that enhance the productivity and quality of engineering efforts business-wide Your focus is on a major portion of existing or new team software (e.g., significant component, set of features, mid-size application or service) You'll work to achieve the goals and vision shared by Product Management and your Tribe Leadership Innovate within your team, initiative area and contribute within your technical domain What we're looking for Proven experience in technical leadership, including leading a team or cross-functional squad Proven experience working in both backend services and mobile technologies Exceptional programming skills and knowledge of building APIs using modern OO languages preferably Java, SOLID principles, SOA, HTTP and REST Experience with AWS and strong understanding of cloud-based development Extensive, demonstrable knowledge of designing architectures that are secure and perform at scale You're able to effectively communicate and work collaboratively across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste Proven experience ability to deliver high quality applications at scale An advocate for quality and the ability to support the team, leveraging approaches such as Pair Programming, TDD and BDD Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and will be based in our London office. 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 London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be handsomely rewarded with a role contributing to the product roadmap for an organisation committed to transformation We're continuing our journey into the public cloud and have problems of scale, security, availability and performance for you to help solve We love continuous learning and that's why we give you 10% of your time to work on cutting edge innovative projects that shape the way we will work in the future 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 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 are committed to creating a level playing field and seek to create teams that are representative of our customers and the communities we serve. We'd love to hear from you if you identify with a typically under-represented group in our industry and are particularly keen to hear from women and ethnic minority candidates. 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
Programme and Marketing Co-ordinator, Chelsea Heritage Quarter Contract: Freelance, 4 days a week, 46 weeks (additional days required during Chelsea History Festival) Location: minimum 3 days on site at one of the partner venues. Some flexibility in hours and days will be required from time to time. Fee: £28,520 one-year freelance contract (£155 per day) Reports to: Gill Webber, Director, Chelsea Heritage Quarter Located in the heart of picturesque Chelsea, Chelsea Heritage Quarter explores over 350 years of history through the heritage and collections of three remarkable institutions - the Royal Hospital Chelsea, the National Army Museum and Chelsea Physic Garden. Located together on the Royal Hospital Road, just a short walk from the famous King's Road, the Chelsea Heritage Quarter provides an historic backdrop to the perfect day out in this authentic, 'villagey' part of London. Recently awarded charity status, the Quarter attracts visitors to the Royal Hospital Road through an annual programme of events including walking tours, talks, debates, installations, performances and family programming. We run the annual Chelsea History Festival which in 2025 attracted 13,000 visitors. The Programme and Marketing Co-ordinator works with the Director, Chelsea Heritage Quarter, and creative teams from all partner organisations to establish the Quarter as a must-see visitor destination telling stories about the UK's rich history through the remarkable history and heritage of Chelsea. 1. Chelsea Heritage Quarter 1.1 Administration • Support the Director of Chelsea Heritage Quarter with the administration of the charity • Attend CHQ meetings and Board Meetings and take minutes/actions as required. • Regularly update CHQ website to reflect partner events and CHQ programming • Create events on the website and ticketing platforms • Working with the Chelsea Physic Garden finance team: o produce quarterly financial reports and update CHQ budget as required o facilitate issue and payment of external invoices, as well as invoices issued between three partner organisations • Update the KPI tracker • email address and respond to public enquiries • Support development of funding bids and compile spending reports for funders • Manage relationships with suppliers, such as printers, web developers, etc • Produce presentations for internal and external meetings • Organise meetings with external partners • Research history of Royal Hospital Road and institutions for specific projects 1.2 Programming • Organise and manage monthly walking tours and talks (including developing themes and researching speakers) • Research, organise and manage the short course programme • Support partner organisations to coordinate their events in accordance with monthly themes set by the Quarter • Facilitate community programme offered by CHQ across the three sites, including keeping track of invoices, finding freelancers where required, researching funding and assisting the teams in developing and delivering the programme • Assist CHQ director in delivery of ad-hoc projects, such as Chelsea in Bloom, etc. 1.3 Marketing • Create, send and manage monthly newsletter • Support teams in delivering their marketing objectives by promoting appropriate events on the website and through newsletter • Develop website and social channels to market CHQ programming as effectively as possible and increase reach • Work with social media freelancer to create consistent and regular content for CHQ channels • Organise and lead monthly social media meetings • Coordinate printing and design of all marketing materials • Manage implementation of CHQ marketing plan including oversight of paid media spend working with the NAM marketing manager. 2. Chelsea History Festival Project (CHF) Management: The post holder is expected to be available for the whole period of the History Festival and the preceding week. 2.1 Project Management • Co-ordinate monthly or bi-weekly meetings to organise CHF, book rooms and send out online invites • Keep and update detailed CHF programme spreadsheet and ticketing matrix • Upload CHF programme to the website and ensure that information is constantly updated and up-to date • Ensure that all partners submit required information on time to enable timely ticket release • Organise CHF events where required • Assist CHQ director in developing the Festival theme • Research any potential contributors, where required • Liaise and manage the work of ticketing partner both ahead of the festival and during • Manage comp ticket and other ticket requests during the festival • Liaise with external PR agency to promote the festival, organise interviews and provide support • Assist teams with the delivery of the festival and act as a core point of contact for any issues or queries throughout the festival period • Support teams with specific activities where required, such as book sales, AV hire, equipment delivery, etc. • Coordinate ordering and distribution of printed and other physical assets by researching suppliers and finding cost-effective solutions • Act as the core point of contact for customers, as well as to approve any refunds, changes to tickets • Assist during the day where required and when requested by the teams, for instance by meeting contributors, supporting with ticket scanning, etc. • Attend daily meetings • Keep track of the festival budget, ensuring that all grants are not exceeded • Organise photography and social media • Facilitate online and print marketing campaigns • Ensure that external festival partners are updated regularly (such as funders) • Be prepared to step in on the day to assist the teams with any arising issues 2.2 Festival wrap-up: • Finalise budgets and ensure that invoicing and cross-invoicing is completed correctly. • With the CHQ Director, organise and minute a Festival debrief and ensure the collation and distribution of evaluation and the sharing of learnings. • Support any reports that are required for sponsors or other stakeholders. Person Specification Essential Minimum 3-5 years' experience of: • project management in a programme/festival/events environment - ideally in the cultural or charity sectors • managing multi stakeholder projects and working with a number of different partners and venues concurrently • Experience of writing agendas, minute taking and meeting administration • Experience of producing budgets and financial reports, as well as ability to track expenditure • Excellent IT literacy including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, WordPress, CMS and Dropbox • Ability to edit images in Photoshop or other software to ensure correct formats are used for the website and newsletter • Experience of working with Mailchimp (or similar platform) and Canva • Excellent time management skills, ability to prioritise and to multi-task • Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills • Excellent attention to detail • Ability to work independently and managing own workload by prioritising tasks • Willingness to be hands-on and step in to support teams when required Desirable • Experience of Event Site Management, risk assessment and licensing work • Interest in history of Chelsea and London To apply send a max 2pp covering letter and 2pp cv to Gill Webber, Director Chelsea Heritage Quarter.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Programme and Marketing Co-ordinator, Chelsea Heritage Quarter Contract: Freelance, 4 days a week, 46 weeks (additional days required during Chelsea History Festival) Location: minimum 3 days on site at one of the partner venues. Some flexibility in hours and days will be required from time to time. Fee: £28,520 one-year freelance contract (£155 per day) Reports to: Gill Webber, Director, Chelsea Heritage Quarter Located in the heart of picturesque Chelsea, Chelsea Heritage Quarter explores over 350 years of history through the heritage and collections of three remarkable institutions - the Royal Hospital Chelsea, the National Army Museum and Chelsea Physic Garden. Located together on the Royal Hospital Road, just a short walk from the famous King's Road, the Chelsea Heritage Quarter provides an historic backdrop to the perfect day out in this authentic, 'villagey' part of London. Recently awarded charity status, the Quarter attracts visitors to the Royal Hospital Road through an annual programme of events including walking tours, talks, debates, installations, performances and family programming. We run the annual Chelsea History Festival which in 2025 attracted 13,000 visitors. The Programme and Marketing Co-ordinator works with the Director, Chelsea Heritage Quarter, and creative teams from all partner organisations to establish the Quarter as a must-see visitor destination telling stories about the UK's rich history through the remarkable history and heritage of Chelsea. 1. Chelsea Heritage Quarter 1.1 Administration • Support the Director of Chelsea Heritage Quarter with the administration of the charity • Attend CHQ meetings and Board Meetings and take minutes/actions as required. • Regularly update CHQ website to reflect partner events and CHQ programming • Create events on the website and ticketing platforms • Working with the Chelsea Physic Garden finance team: o produce quarterly financial reports and update CHQ budget as required o facilitate issue and payment of external invoices, as well as invoices issued between three partner organisations • Update the KPI tracker • email address and respond to public enquiries • Support development of funding bids and compile spending reports for funders • Manage relationships with suppliers, such as printers, web developers, etc • Produce presentations for internal and external meetings • Organise meetings with external partners • Research history of Royal Hospital Road and institutions for specific projects 1.2 Programming • Organise and manage monthly walking tours and talks (including developing themes and researching speakers) • Research, organise and manage the short course programme • Support partner organisations to coordinate their events in accordance with monthly themes set by the Quarter • Facilitate community programme offered by CHQ across the three sites, including keeping track of invoices, finding freelancers where required, researching funding and assisting the teams in developing and delivering the programme • Assist CHQ director in delivery of ad-hoc projects, such as Chelsea in Bloom, etc. 1.3 Marketing • Create, send and manage monthly newsletter • Support teams in delivering their marketing objectives by promoting appropriate events on the website and through newsletter • Develop website and social channels to market CHQ programming as effectively as possible and increase reach • Work with social media freelancer to create consistent and regular content for CHQ channels • Organise and lead monthly social media meetings • Coordinate printing and design of all marketing materials • Manage implementation of CHQ marketing plan including oversight of paid media spend working with the NAM marketing manager. 2. Chelsea History Festival Project (CHF) Management: The post holder is expected to be available for the whole period of the History Festival and the preceding week. 2.1 Project Management • Co-ordinate monthly or bi-weekly meetings to organise CHF, book rooms and send out online invites • Keep and update detailed CHF programme spreadsheet and ticketing matrix • Upload CHF programme to the website and ensure that information is constantly updated and up-to date • Ensure that all partners submit required information on time to enable timely ticket release • Organise CHF events where required • Assist CHQ director in developing the Festival theme • Research any potential contributors, where required • Liaise and manage the work of ticketing partner both ahead of the festival and during • Manage comp ticket and other ticket requests during the festival • Liaise with external PR agency to promote the festival, organise interviews and provide support • Assist teams with the delivery of the festival and act as a core point of contact for any issues or queries throughout the festival period • Support teams with specific activities where required, such as book sales, AV hire, equipment delivery, etc. • Coordinate ordering and distribution of printed and other physical assets by researching suppliers and finding cost-effective solutions • Act as the core point of contact for customers, as well as to approve any refunds, changes to tickets • Assist during the day where required and when requested by the teams, for instance by meeting contributors, supporting with ticket scanning, etc. • Attend daily meetings • Keep track of the festival budget, ensuring that all grants are not exceeded • Organise photography and social media • Facilitate online and print marketing campaigns • Ensure that external festival partners are updated regularly (such as funders) • Be prepared to step in on the day to assist the teams with any arising issues 2.2 Festival wrap-up: • Finalise budgets and ensure that invoicing and cross-invoicing is completed correctly. • With the CHQ Director, organise and minute a Festival debrief and ensure the collation and distribution of evaluation and the sharing of learnings. • Support any reports that are required for sponsors or other stakeholders. Person Specification Essential Minimum 3-5 years' experience of: • project management in a programme/festival/events environment - ideally in the cultural or charity sectors • managing multi stakeholder projects and working with a number of different partners and venues concurrently • Experience of writing agendas, minute taking and meeting administration • Experience of producing budgets and financial reports, as well as ability to track expenditure • Excellent IT literacy including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, WordPress, CMS and Dropbox • Ability to edit images in Photoshop or other software to ensure correct formats are used for the website and newsletter • Experience of working with Mailchimp (or similar platform) and Canva • Excellent time management skills, ability to prioritise and to multi-task • Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills • Excellent attention to detail • Ability to work independently and managing own workload by prioritising tasks • Willingness to be hands-on and step in to support teams when required Desirable • Experience of Event Site Management, risk assessment and licensing work • Interest in history of Chelsea and London To apply send a max 2pp covering letter and 2pp cv to Gill Webber, Director Chelsea Heritage Quarter.
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your speech and language therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider speech and language therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist SaLT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Senior Speech and Language Therapist Location: Hillingdon Granges - comprising of Yiewsley Grange, Colne Grange, Upton Grange, This role will be predominantly based at Upton Grange, there may be requirements for the role to support other sites within the Hillingdon Granges sites from time to time. Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE DOE plus £5000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £2,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £2,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30-16.30pm Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About Outcomes First Group At Outcomes First Group, we believe every child has the ability to thrive when given access to a learning environment designed for their success. We exist to provide, champion and develop an exceptional education that is research-led and tailored around the abilities and aspirations of the individual - a commitment that shapes tomorrow's leaders, cultivates a lifelong love of learning and equips young minds to craft their own bright futures. At the heart of our philosophy lies a unique blend of tradition and innovation. We champion smaller class sizes, personalised learning plans and a curriculum that prepares students for success both in and beyond the classroom, evidenced in a 97% success rate in guiding our leavers into education, employment or training. As the largest and most accomplished organisation in our sector, we have the capability to invest in forward-thinking initiatives and resources based on the needs of the individual pupil, rather than the collective. This investment creates consistent and measurable results for our pupils and teams. Outcomes First Group operates a number of specialist education and care brands across the UK, including Blenheim Schools, each delivering tailored provision to meet the diverse needs of children and young people. To find out more about our segments and expert services, visit: Our Services & Schools - Outcomes First Group The role: We are looking for a Senior Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team. Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a Speech and Language therapy caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to staff training and consultation as required This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Hillingdon Grange forms part of our Options Autism brand and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 3 - 14 Hillingdon Grange School Education - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy HCPC registered 1-2 yrs experience as a fully registered member of the RCSLT working in a similar setting. Some relevant experience in a previously held job of engaging and working with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles Some knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma informed practice Some experience of multi-disciplinary working in a range of settings Some experience of communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers An interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of SaLT practice Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills Good communication skills (oral and written) Good time management and organisational skills Competent in core areas of SaLT practice and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards Knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools, types of intervention and knowledge of how to formulate support plans based on needs profile Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team Willingness to attend training and working towards further qualifications relevant to the client group supporting Full valid driving licence and access to own vehicle Desirable: Some understanding of the other differences, e.g. sensory and motor, which may impact on an individual's communication strengths, differences, traits, difficulties and needs profile Some evidence of understanding the relationship between arousal levels and communication ASD experience Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical heath checks You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover £5000 Welcome Bonus £2000 CPD Training Allowance At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process . click apply for full job details
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your speech and language therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider speech and language therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist SaLT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Senior Speech and Language Therapist Location: Hillingdon Granges - comprising of Yiewsley Grange, Colne Grange, Upton Grange, This role will be predominantly based at Upton Grange, there may be requirements for the role to support other sites within the Hillingdon Granges sites from time to time. Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE DOE plus £5000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £2,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £2,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30-16.30pm Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About Outcomes First Group At Outcomes First Group, we believe every child has the ability to thrive when given access to a learning environment designed for their success. We exist to provide, champion and develop an exceptional education that is research-led and tailored around the abilities and aspirations of the individual - a commitment that shapes tomorrow's leaders, cultivates a lifelong love of learning and equips young minds to craft their own bright futures. At the heart of our philosophy lies a unique blend of tradition and innovation. We champion smaller class sizes, personalised learning plans and a curriculum that prepares students for success both in and beyond the classroom, evidenced in a 97% success rate in guiding our leavers into education, employment or training. As the largest and most accomplished organisation in our sector, we have the capability to invest in forward-thinking initiatives and resources based on the needs of the individual pupil, rather than the collective. This investment creates consistent and measurable results for our pupils and teams. Outcomes First Group operates a number of specialist education and care brands across the UK, including Blenheim Schools, each delivering tailored provision to meet the diverse needs of children and young people. To find out more about our segments and expert services, visit: Our Services & Schools - Outcomes First Group The role: We are looking for a Senior Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team. Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a Speech and Language therapy caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to staff training and consultation as required This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Hillingdon Grange forms part of our Options Autism brand and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 3 - 14 Hillingdon Grange School Education - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy HCPC registered 1-2 yrs experience as a fully registered member of the RCSLT working in a similar setting. Some relevant experience in a previously held job of engaging and working with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles Some knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma informed practice Some experience of multi-disciplinary working in a range of settings Some experience of communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers An interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of SaLT practice Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills Good communication skills (oral and written) Good time management and organisational skills Competent in core areas of SaLT practice and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards Knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools, types of intervention and knowledge of how to formulate support plans based on needs profile Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team Willingness to attend training and working towards further qualifications relevant to the client group supporting Full valid driving licence and access to own vehicle Desirable: Some understanding of the other differences, e.g. sensory and motor, which may impact on an individual's communication strengths, differences, traits, difficulties and needs profile Some evidence of understanding the relationship between arousal levels and communication ASD experience Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical heath checks You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover £5000 Welcome Bonus £2000 CPD Training Allowance At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process . click apply for full job details
A design-led garden retailer in South London is seeking an Indoor Living Department Manager. This hands-on role includes overseeing the department's operation, managing a team, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences while leading visual merchandising efforts. The ideal candidate has retail management experience, a passion for plants, and the creativity to enhance the in-store ambiance. The position offers a competitive salary with potential for performance-related bonuses.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
A design-led garden retailer in South London is seeking an Indoor Living Department Manager. This hands-on role includes overseeing the department's operation, managing a team, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences while leading visual merchandising efforts. The ideal candidate has retail management experience, a passion for plants, and the creativity to enhance the in-store ambiance. The position offers a competitive salary with potential for performance-related bonuses.
READY TO DO WORK YOU'RE PROUD OF? At Charlie Oscar, we're not your typical digital marketing agency. We're a team of big thinkers, bold doers, and collaborative problem-solvers working with some of the world's most ambitious brands to help them outsmart, outpace, and outgrow the competition. We blend data science and creativity to make smarter decisions and create work that genuinely moves the needle. The numbers give us clarity, but it's our creativity that wins hearts, builds brands, and drives real growth. Over the past few years, we've been building a modern, high-performance marketing consultancy that's as serious about how we operate as it is about the work we produce. We move fast, we experiment, we improve, and we raise the bar - continuously. Life at Charlie Oscar is fast-paced, ambitious, and full of momentum. You'll work alongside some of the sharpest minds in the industry, solving meaningful problems, delivering work you're proud of, and seeing the impact you make for global brands. And we know it's not all about work. We make time for fun too - whether it's weekly run club, book and chess clubs, charity fundraisers, Thursday drinks, or epic team socials, there's always something going on and plenty of great people to do it with. Most importantly, we hire for attitude and culture add, not just experience. We look for curious, ambitious people who challenge the status quo, raise standards, and want to help shape what the next generation of marketing looks like. THE ROLE Charlie Oscar is building Agency 2.0 - a new kind of marketing services business that blends strategic consultancy, custom AI agents, and agency delivery into a future-proof operating model. We're well into our journey towards an AI-first operating system for the business. We focus on two core streams - intelligence and automation - and we call this Charlie Oscar OS. This is a CEO-backed, business-critical initiative that's already in motion, and this role is about taking it to the next level. We're not experimenting with AI at the edges. We're actively embedding it into how the company runs - and now we're looking for a senior operator to bring structure, scale, and consistency to that evolution. We're hiring a Head of AI Operations to own, formalise, and accelerate our AI-first operating model. You'll build on the foundations already in place and take them further - rewiring how work gets done across strategy, delivery, analytics, and operations using AI (LLMs, agents, and automation). You'll define and refine how knowledge is captured, how data flows, how workflows run, and how AI becomes the default way of working at Charlie Oscar. You will be the internal authority on "how Charlie Oscar works." WHAT YOU'LL BE GETTING STUCK INTO (aka Responsibilities) Evolving and scaling our AI-enabled operating model across the business Owning and maturing our enterprise LLM setup (e.g. ChatGPT Enterprise, Gemini): governance, configuration, usage standards Formalising how data, documents, decisions, and knowledge are stored and accessed Driving consistent behaviour change across teams around tools, workflows, and ways of working Defining, deploying, and improving AI agents to support delivery, insights, reporting, and operations Working with third-party engineers and vendors to build and ship new agents and capabilities (you don't need to code) Leading adoption, training, and enforcement of new operating standards Acting as the internal operator-in-chief for how the business runs day to day This is a hands-on transformation and scale-up role. You'll be building, shipping, embedding, and improving - not just creating roadmaps. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR 10+ years' experience in digital, marketing, media, consulting, or agency environments Proven experience leading operational change across multi-disciplinary teams (strategy, media, creative, data, ops, etc.) A track record of taking new ways of working from "promising" to "how we do things here" Hands-on experience standardising and scaling workflows, processes, and delivery models Experience owning or significantly shaping internal operating models, playbooks, or delivery frameworks Strong understanding of how modern agencies actually run: resourcing, delivery, margin, velocity, quality, and client outcomes Experience working with data flows across platforms like Meta, Google, TikTok, CRM, analytics, and attribution tools Comfort bringing structure, consistency, and automation to evolving or imperfect systems Experience partnering with senior leadership and founders/CEOs on business-critical change Proven ability to drive adoption of new tools, systems, and behaviours across teams (including training and enforcement) Confidence operating as the clear owner of "how work gets done" internally Experience working with external vendors, engineers, or platforms to ship operational tooling and systems Strong judgment on what to automate, what to standardise, and what should stay flexible Commercial awareness: understands how operational efficiency, quality, and speed translate into better margins and client outcomes AI Experience (Non-Negotiable) You must: Be an advanced, daily user of multiple LLMs Have built or designed AI workflows, prompts, or agents Understand LLM strengths, limitations, and failure modes Be comfortable owning an enterprise LLM setup (even if you're not technical) You might also have experience in: Scaling an agency, consultancy, or hybrid services business Rolling out company-wide tools or platforms (e.g. knowledge systems, workflow tools, data platforms, AI tools) Leading ops, transformation, delivery excellence, or internal systems functions Cleaning up messy processes, fragmented tools, and inconsistent ways of working WHAT MAKES US US - OUR VALUES At Charlie Oscar, our values aren't just posters on the wall - they show up in how we work, how we treat each other, and how we build something brilliant together. Make It Happen Momentum matters, progress beats perfection every time. Treat It Like Your Own Think like an owner. Care for every detail as if it were your money, your brand, your business. Grow Together Build the business, lift your team, and invest in your own growth along the way. Be Brave We create space for bold thinking, confident decisions, and the freedom to back yourself.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
READY TO DO WORK YOU'RE PROUD OF? At Charlie Oscar, we're not your typical digital marketing agency. We're a team of big thinkers, bold doers, and collaborative problem-solvers working with some of the world's most ambitious brands to help them outsmart, outpace, and outgrow the competition. We blend data science and creativity to make smarter decisions and create work that genuinely moves the needle. The numbers give us clarity, but it's our creativity that wins hearts, builds brands, and drives real growth. Over the past few years, we've been building a modern, high-performance marketing consultancy that's as serious about how we operate as it is about the work we produce. We move fast, we experiment, we improve, and we raise the bar - continuously. Life at Charlie Oscar is fast-paced, ambitious, and full of momentum. You'll work alongside some of the sharpest minds in the industry, solving meaningful problems, delivering work you're proud of, and seeing the impact you make for global brands. And we know it's not all about work. We make time for fun too - whether it's weekly run club, book and chess clubs, charity fundraisers, Thursday drinks, or epic team socials, there's always something going on and plenty of great people to do it with. Most importantly, we hire for attitude and culture add, not just experience. We look for curious, ambitious people who challenge the status quo, raise standards, and want to help shape what the next generation of marketing looks like. THE ROLE Charlie Oscar is building Agency 2.0 - a new kind of marketing services business that blends strategic consultancy, custom AI agents, and agency delivery into a future-proof operating model. We're well into our journey towards an AI-first operating system for the business. We focus on two core streams - intelligence and automation - and we call this Charlie Oscar OS. This is a CEO-backed, business-critical initiative that's already in motion, and this role is about taking it to the next level. We're not experimenting with AI at the edges. We're actively embedding it into how the company runs - and now we're looking for a senior operator to bring structure, scale, and consistency to that evolution. We're hiring a Head of AI Operations to own, formalise, and accelerate our AI-first operating model. You'll build on the foundations already in place and take them further - rewiring how work gets done across strategy, delivery, analytics, and operations using AI (LLMs, agents, and automation). You'll define and refine how knowledge is captured, how data flows, how workflows run, and how AI becomes the default way of working at Charlie Oscar. You will be the internal authority on "how Charlie Oscar works." WHAT YOU'LL BE GETTING STUCK INTO (aka Responsibilities) Evolving and scaling our AI-enabled operating model across the business Owning and maturing our enterprise LLM setup (e.g. ChatGPT Enterprise, Gemini): governance, configuration, usage standards Formalising how data, documents, decisions, and knowledge are stored and accessed Driving consistent behaviour change across teams around tools, workflows, and ways of working Defining, deploying, and improving AI agents to support delivery, insights, reporting, and operations Working with third-party engineers and vendors to build and ship new agents and capabilities (you don't need to code) Leading adoption, training, and enforcement of new operating standards Acting as the internal operator-in-chief for how the business runs day to day This is a hands-on transformation and scale-up role. You'll be building, shipping, embedding, and improving - not just creating roadmaps. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR 10+ years' experience in digital, marketing, media, consulting, or agency environments Proven experience leading operational change across multi-disciplinary teams (strategy, media, creative, data, ops, etc.) A track record of taking new ways of working from "promising" to "how we do things here" Hands-on experience standardising and scaling workflows, processes, and delivery models Experience owning or significantly shaping internal operating models, playbooks, or delivery frameworks Strong understanding of how modern agencies actually run: resourcing, delivery, margin, velocity, quality, and client outcomes Experience working with data flows across platforms like Meta, Google, TikTok, CRM, analytics, and attribution tools Comfort bringing structure, consistency, and automation to evolving or imperfect systems Experience partnering with senior leadership and founders/CEOs on business-critical change Proven ability to drive adoption of new tools, systems, and behaviours across teams (including training and enforcement) Confidence operating as the clear owner of "how work gets done" internally Experience working with external vendors, engineers, or platforms to ship operational tooling and systems Strong judgment on what to automate, what to standardise, and what should stay flexible Commercial awareness: understands how operational efficiency, quality, and speed translate into better margins and client outcomes AI Experience (Non-Negotiable) You must: Be an advanced, daily user of multiple LLMs Have built or designed AI workflows, prompts, or agents Understand LLM strengths, limitations, and failure modes Be comfortable owning an enterprise LLM setup (even if you're not technical) You might also have experience in: Scaling an agency, consultancy, or hybrid services business Rolling out company-wide tools or platforms (e.g. knowledge systems, workflow tools, data platforms, AI tools) Leading ops, transformation, delivery excellence, or internal systems functions Cleaning up messy processes, fragmented tools, and inconsistent ways of working WHAT MAKES US US - OUR VALUES At Charlie Oscar, our values aren't just posters on the wall - they show up in how we work, how we treat each other, and how we build something brilliant together. Make It Happen Momentum matters, progress beats perfection every time. Treat It Like Your Own Think like an owner. Care for every detail as if it were your money, your brand, your business. Grow Together Build the business, lift your team, and invest in your own growth along the way. Be Brave We create space for bold thinking, confident decisions, and the freedom to back yourself.
Head of Senior Curriculum and Education Location: Brighton Salary: The salary for this role will depend upon skills and experience. An exciting opportunity exists to join their College International team as Head of Senior Curriculum and Education with effect from September 2026. The International is growing a family of outstanding international schools that reflects the high-quality premium education offered by the College. The successful candidate's primary task is to focus on the delivery of high educational standards in the College international schools, with particular responsibility for the Senior phase, Years 7 to 13. However, in their wider role they will be expected to contribute to, and be influential in, all areas of operations. The Head of Senior Curriculum and Education reports directly, and is accountable, to the Chief Education Officer who is responsible for the educational delivery across all their international schools. The Head of Senior Curriculum and Education will work closely, and be directed by, the Deputy CEOs for new and existing schools. This role would suit either a current senior leader, or an experienced middle leader, who can demonstrate success in curriculum development and assessment. The candidate appointed to this role will also be able to evidence a strong track record of delivering academic excellence, supported by outstanding pastoral care, which is essential to the success of any the College school. Experience and knowledge of the IB Diploma Programme is important in this role and candidates will be expected to show the ability to gain such knowledge if they have no direct experience of the IB. The College International comprises a diverse team of highly talented colleagues, with expertise in education, marketing, admissions, finance, architecture and design. The Head of Senior Curriculum and Education would work particularly closely with the educationalists in the team, who bring considerable experience across all age-phases, from Early Years to Sixth Form, and also with senior school teaching colleagues across the College, who support both operational and strategic areas. This role involves being based in the College, although the candidate should have flexibility for some overseas travel in order to support the educational development of the College international schools around the world, and collaborate with colleagues. The College International are based in their own suite of offices just off-site, facilitating close collaboration within the team and across the family of schools. Teaching members of the team remain embedded within the school by delivering a small timetable, and through engagement in the wider life of the College. This opportunity represents an exceptional professional opportunity for a proven secondary/senior education leader to shape and sustain world-class education within their international schools. The successful candidate's responsibilities will include: Curriculum and Assessment Leadership Provide strategic guidance and high-quality curriculum and assessment frameworks aligned with leading UK and international standards, adaptable to local contexts and cultures. Lead the development and review of senior phase curricula, including IGCSE, A Level, and IB, ensuring rigour, coherence, and excellence across the school group. Offer specialist IB expertise to support successful authorisation, implementation, and evaluation processes. Oversee academic policies, pathways, and enrichment opportunities, including competitions, to maximise attainment, aspiration, and pupil wellbeing. Curriculum Continuity and Transition Work in close partnership with the Head of Junior Education to ensure coherent progression in curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment across transition points. Secure strong academic foundations and learning habits for pupils entering Key Stage 3, supporting long-term success through senior phases. Development of Middle Leadership Build subject and middle leadership capacity through coaching, mentoring, and targeted professional development delivered internationally and remotely. Design and enable professional learning programmes that strengthen curriculum leadership, assessment literacy, and high-quality teaching within local contexts. Collaborate with post-16 and global futures teams to support ambitious, well-informed university and higher education pathways. Embed high academic expectations within pastoral systems, ensuring wellbeing and achievement are mutually supportive. Quality Assurance and School Review Contribute to and lead education reviews across the school group, evaluating curriculum quality, teaching, assessment, and pupil outcomes. Oversee stakeholder feedback processes, including annual surveys, to inform school improvement. Provide clear, evidence-based recommendations and monitor the impact of initiatives through data analysis and performance trends. Drive innovation through awareness of emerging pedagogies, AI strategy development, and the delivery of effective teaching and learning training. Community and Collaboration Foster meaningful connections between pupils and staff across the family of schools through visits, competitions, and shared academic events. Represent the organisation at key meetings and events, both in person and virtually, including school openings and Open Mornings. Support international schools with the recruitment and appointment of high-quality teaching and leadership staff. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the College, please click apply.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Head of Senior Curriculum and Education Location: Brighton Salary: The salary for this role will depend upon skills and experience. An exciting opportunity exists to join their College International team as Head of Senior Curriculum and Education with effect from September 2026. The International is growing a family of outstanding international schools that reflects the high-quality premium education offered by the College. The successful candidate's primary task is to focus on the delivery of high educational standards in the College international schools, with particular responsibility for the Senior phase, Years 7 to 13. However, in their wider role they will be expected to contribute to, and be influential in, all areas of operations. The Head of Senior Curriculum and Education reports directly, and is accountable, to the Chief Education Officer who is responsible for the educational delivery across all their international schools. The Head of Senior Curriculum and Education will work closely, and be directed by, the Deputy CEOs for new and existing schools. This role would suit either a current senior leader, or an experienced middle leader, who can demonstrate success in curriculum development and assessment. The candidate appointed to this role will also be able to evidence a strong track record of delivering academic excellence, supported by outstanding pastoral care, which is essential to the success of any the College school. Experience and knowledge of the IB Diploma Programme is important in this role and candidates will be expected to show the ability to gain such knowledge if they have no direct experience of the IB. The College International comprises a diverse team of highly talented colleagues, with expertise in education, marketing, admissions, finance, architecture and design. The Head of Senior Curriculum and Education would work particularly closely with the educationalists in the team, who bring considerable experience across all age-phases, from Early Years to Sixth Form, and also with senior school teaching colleagues across the College, who support both operational and strategic areas. This role involves being based in the College, although the candidate should have flexibility for some overseas travel in order to support the educational development of the College international schools around the world, and collaborate with colleagues. The College International are based in their own suite of offices just off-site, facilitating close collaboration within the team and across the family of schools. Teaching members of the team remain embedded within the school by delivering a small timetable, and through engagement in the wider life of the College. This opportunity represents an exceptional professional opportunity for a proven secondary/senior education leader to shape and sustain world-class education within their international schools. The successful candidate's responsibilities will include: Curriculum and Assessment Leadership Provide strategic guidance and high-quality curriculum and assessment frameworks aligned with leading UK and international standards, adaptable to local contexts and cultures. Lead the development and review of senior phase curricula, including IGCSE, A Level, and IB, ensuring rigour, coherence, and excellence across the school group. Offer specialist IB expertise to support successful authorisation, implementation, and evaluation processes. Oversee academic policies, pathways, and enrichment opportunities, including competitions, to maximise attainment, aspiration, and pupil wellbeing. Curriculum Continuity and Transition Work in close partnership with the Head of Junior Education to ensure coherent progression in curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment across transition points. Secure strong academic foundations and learning habits for pupils entering Key Stage 3, supporting long-term success through senior phases. Development of Middle Leadership Build subject and middle leadership capacity through coaching, mentoring, and targeted professional development delivered internationally and remotely. Design and enable professional learning programmes that strengthen curriculum leadership, assessment literacy, and high-quality teaching within local contexts. Collaborate with post-16 and global futures teams to support ambitious, well-informed university and higher education pathways. Embed high academic expectations within pastoral systems, ensuring wellbeing and achievement are mutually supportive. Quality Assurance and School Review Contribute to and lead education reviews across the school group, evaluating curriculum quality, teaching, assessment, and pupil outcomes. Oversee stakeholder feedback processes, including annual surveys, to inform school improvement. Provide clear, evidence-based recommendations and monitor the impact of initiatives through data analysis and performance trends. Drive innovation through awareness of emerging pedagogies, AI strategy development, and the delivery of effective teaching and learning training. Community and Collaboration Foster meaningful connections between pupils and staff across the family of schools through visits, competitions, and shared academic events. Represent the organisation at key meetings and events, both in person and virtually, including school openings and Open Mornings. Support international schools with the recruitment and appointment of high-quality teaching and leadership staff. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the College, please click apply.
The overall responsibilities of the service/function are: The HR case management teams are responsible for providing professional HR advice and expertise to managers and schools to resolve employee relations issues using a proactive approach, interpreting employment law and internal policies, procedures and guidance to the best advantage of the council and/or school, with the aim of reducing timescales for the decision making of case resolution. Job Purpose In addition to the responsibilities described in the role profile, specific duties include: To provide professional HR advice on complex employee relations matters to managers. This requires significant knowledge of employment law and skills to apply council HR policies appropriately to employee relation cases. To have a professional presence with senior managers/headteachers to be able to persuade action to ensure employee matters are managed appropriately. To be able to provide flexibility and innovation to resolve matters whilst remaining within legal boundaries and to outline the options and associated risks. e.g. settlement agreements To have substantial safeguarding knowledge and attend safeguarding multi agency meetings as the HR lead for the council To provide HR professional advice for Employment tribunal cases and may attend as a witness When directed by the HR Operations Manager, liaise with the legal team over complex and contentious issues where advice is required from employment law experts. Work with the legal team to find a suitable solution, in order to mitigate risks to the organisation. Mentor and provide support and guidance to the Case Advisers when dealing with more complex casework. In conjunction with a member of the strategic delivery team, design and present briefings to a range of staff to include managers/headteachers on new or changed HR policies, this will include governors briefings. Knowledgeable and confident to be able to respond to queries and questions to ensure understanding by the audience Build effective working relationships with managers / head teachers to ensure HR advice is followed and complex issues are dealt with promptly. To provide HR support to heads of service /headteachers during large scale service restructures, and TUPE academy conversions. This will include consultation with the recognised unions; attendance at appropriate consultations when necessary ensure proper implementation of the procedures including redeployment opportunities from across the council for displaced staff. To embrace and deliver new HR initiatives, e.g. job families, and be a point of knowledge for managers on their application. Advise on transfer of undertakings, protection of employment (TUPE issues, restructures academy transfers and provide support to managers on cases and liaising with managers To have a detailed knowledge of the various sets of different terms and conditions such as Teachers, Soulbury, NJC and JNC to be able to answer queries from managers. Attend employment law workshops and maintain continuous professional development to keep abreast of employment law changes. Provide advice to the HR and Payroll Administration team to resolve complex pay related issues. Consult and liaise with the recognised Trade Unions, professional associations and associated bodies to inform them of employee relations matters. Network with HR professionals in other organisations, local authorities and through forums. Person Specification In addition to the qualifications, knowledge, and skills required for roles at this level, this role requires: Essential CIPD Level 5 intermediate certificate in Human Resources and / or working towards CIPD Level 7 advanced diploma in Human Resources. Extensive experience dealing with a diverse workforce, or able to demonstrate the skills and experience required to perform at this level Detailed knowledge of employment law Knowledge of local government employment practices Experience of working in a unionised environment Good communication skills Well developed organisational skills Ability to influence and persuade Ability to build and maintain key working relationships Ability to work at pace and in a pressurised environment Sound IT Skills Desirable CIPD Level 7 advanced diploma in Human Resources. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 09, 2026
Contractor
The overall responsibilities of the service/function are: The HR case management teams are responsible for providing professional HR advice and expertise to managers and schools to resolve employee relations issues using a proactive approach, interpreting employment law and internal policies, procedures and guidance to the best advantage of the council and/or school, with the aim of reducing timescales for the decision making of case resolution. Job Purpose In addition to the responsibilities described in the role profile, specific duties include: To provide professional HR advice on complex employee relations matters to managers. This requires significant knowledge of employment law and skills to apply council HR policies appropriately to employee relation cases. To have a professional presence with senior managers/headteachers to be able to persuade action to ensure employee matters are managed appropriately. To be able to provide flexibility and innovation to resolve matters whilst remaining within legal boundaries and to outline the options and associated risks. e.g. settlement agreements To have substantial safeguarding knowledge and attend safeguarding multi agency meetings as the HR lead for the council To provide HR professional advice for Employment tribunal cases and may attend as a witness When directed by the HR Operations Manager, liaise with the legal team over complex and contentious issues where advice is required from employment law experts. Work with the legal team to find a suitable solution, in order to mitigate risks to the organisation. Mentor and provide support and guidance to the Case Advisers when dealing with more complex casework. In conjunction with a member of the strategic delivery team, design and present briefings to a range of staff to include managers/headteachers on new or changed HR policies, this will include governors briefings. Knowledgeable and confident to be able to respond to queries and questions to ensure understanding by the audience Build effective working relationships with managers / head teachers to ensure HR advice is followed and complex issues are dealt with promptly. To provide HR support to heads of service /headteachers during large scale service restructures, and TUPE academy conversions. This will include consultation with the recognised unions; attendance at appropriate consultations when necessary ensure proper implementation of the procedures including redeployment opportunities from across the council for displaced staff. To embrace and deliver new HR initiatives, e.g. job families, and be a point of knowledge for managers on their application. Advise on transfer of undertakings, protection of employment (TUPE issues, restructures academy transfers and provide support to managers on cases and liaising with managers To have a detailed knowledge of the various sets of different terms and conditions such as Teachers, Soulbury, NJC and JNC to be able to answer queries from managers. Attend employment law workshops and maintain continuous professional development to keep abreast of employment law changes. Provide advice to the HR and Payroll Administration team to resolve complex pay related issues. Consult and liaise with the recognised Trade Unions, professional associations and associated bodies to inform them of employee relations matters. Network with HR professionals in other organisations, local authorities and through forums. Person Specification In addition to the qualifications, knowledge, and skills required for roles at this level, this role requires: Essential CIPD Level 5 intermediate certificate in Human Resources and / or working towards CIPD Level 7 advanced diploma in Human Resources. Extensive experience dealing with a diverse workforce, or able to demonstrate the skills and experience required to perform at this level Detailed knowledge of employment law Knowledge of local government employment practices Experience of working in a unionised environment Good communication skills Well developed organisational skills Ability to influence and persuade Ability to build and maintain key working relationships Ability to work at pace and in a pressurised environment Sound IT Skills Desirable CIPD Level 7 advanced diploma in Human Resources. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineer to advance our personalised recommendation systems by developing efficient, low-latency solutions that serve millions of users globally. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to design intelligent content recommendation mechanisms and drive the ongoing advancement of our Machine Learning Platform. Model Development: Design, train, and optimise machine learning models focused on user personalisation, encompassing recommendation engines, ranking algorithms, user segmentation, and content analysis. Data Pipeline Engineering: Construct and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines for feature engineering and model training utilising both structured and unstructured large-scale datasets. Production Deployment: Deploy and supervise ML models in production environments, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and continued relevance. Experimentation: Design and analysis of A/B tests and offline experiments to evaluate model efficacy and support continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with multidisciplinary teams to align machine learning initiatives with business objectives and user needs. Research & Innovation: Evaluate emerging research in machine learning, deep learning, and personalisation for potential integration within existing systems. What you'll bring Demonstrated expertise in the full lifecycle of machine learning, from model development, deployment and serving to monitoring and maintenance. Strong proficiency in Python and knowledge of ML libraries/frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). . Experience using ML Training frameworks (e.g., TFX, Kubeflow Pipelines SDK) and Model Serving technologies (eg. Tensorflow Serving, Triton, TorchServe). Experience with high-volume data processing and real-time streaming architectures. Strong understanding of recommendation system design and personalisation algorithms. Familiarity with Generative AI and its applications in production settings. Exceptional communication and analytical problem-solving skills. Proven successful experience in mentoring less experienced engineers to improve their technical skills A Typical Day at the Office When you come in, you can grab a coffee or a bit of breakfast from one of the many (subsidised) cafés or restaurants on site. Settle in at your desk, have a quick look at Slack to see what's happening in the tech communities, then catch up with everyone at the team stand-up. After that, you'll join your team and pick the first task to get cracking on. At lunchtime, you've got a few choices: head to The Pavilion for a bite with the team, pop to the onsite gym for a quick workout, or join in with a lunchtime community meetup - whatever suits you. Once you're back, you'll carry on working with your team on your current feature. Later in the afternoon, the team might fancy a quick coffee break before wrapping up the day with a team retrospective. Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineer to advance our personalised recommendation systems by developing efficient, low-latency solutions that serve millions of users globally. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to design intelligent content recommendation mechanisms and drive the ongoing advancement of our Machine Learning Platform. Model Development: Design, train, and optimise machine learning models focused on user personalisation, encompassing recommendation engines, ranking algorithms, user segmentation, and content analysis. Data Pipeline Engineering: Construct and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines for feature engineering and model training utilising both structured and unstructured large-scale datasets. Production Deployment: Deploy and supervise ML models in production environments, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and continued relevance. Experimentation: Design and analysis of A/B tests and offline experiments to evaluate model efficacy and support continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with multidisciplinary teams to align machine learning initiatives with business objectives and user needs. Research & Innovation: Evaluate emerging research in machine learning, deep learning, and personalisation for potential integration within existing systems. What you'll bring Demonstrated expertise in the full lifecycle of machine learning, from model development, deployment and serving to monitoring and maintenance. Strong proficiency in Python and knowledge of ML libraries/frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). . Experience using ML Training frameworks (e.g., TFX, Kubeflow Pipelines SDK) and Model Serving technologies (eg. Tensorflow Serving, Triton, TorchServe). Experience with high-volume data processing and real-time streaming architectures. Strong understanding of recommendation system design and personalisation algorithms. Familiarity with Generative AI and its applications in production settings. Exceptional communication and analytical problem-solving skills. Proven successful experience in mentoring less experienced engineers to improve their technical skills A Typical Day at the Office When you come in, you can grab a coffee or a bit of breakfast from one of the many (subsidised) cafés or restaurants on site. Settle in at your desk, have a quick look at Slack to see what's happening in the tech communities, then catch up with everyone at the team stand-up. After that, you'll join your team and pick the first task to get cracking on. At lunchtime, you've got a few choices: head to The Pavilion for a bite with the team, pop to the onsite gym for a quick workout, or join in with a lunchtime community meetup - whatever suits you. Once you're back, you'll carry on working with your team on your current feature. Later in the afternoon, the team might fancy a quick coffee break before wrapping up the day with a team retrospective. Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.