Client Success Manager at ClinChoice (View all jobs) London, United Kingdom ClinChoice is a global full-service CRO dedicated to professional development and providing an excellent work-life balance, with a quality-focused, collaborative "one-team" culture. We are looking for a dynamic person to join our in-house team as a Client Success Manager on a permanent basis. This is a remote position in the South East of England. The Client Success Manager is an integral, hands-on leader for a group of our clients, providing vision, strategic counsel, agency expertise, accountability, and growth across our partnerships. The position requires proven success in delivering on organic growth, client relationship development and strategic insight for supporting the diverse range of clients (pharmaceutical, biotechnology, OTCs, medical devices, and consumer). This means elevating transactional client engagements to consultative, value-driven ones; generating, qualifying, and defining new opportunities across teams within client organizations; earning the respect and sought-after counsel of senior client stakeholders; and pushing the work to drive impactful results. Previous experience working with a CRO and managing pharmaceutical and biotechnology accounts required. Join our team: you can be part of making a difference in peoples' lives and experience a fulfilling and rewarding career! Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities: Cultivate and lead the relationship with existing client base within the Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices, and Biotech industry sectors for pharmacovigilance, regulatory, clinical and technology services. Previous experience working with a CRO and managing the services provided to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies required. Work with the existing clients and advise them on strategic issues to advance long-term partnership with them. Support sales activity, utilizing expertise and other resources, such as domain experts and client relations team. Support new business as part of expanding ClinChoice's footprint within the market; typically serving as primary point to engage with clients. Advise on any new technology development and collaborate with internal team/external consultants to support design and implementation of new technology. Lead and coordinate RFP responses, client presentations and any activities to facilitate the business expansion with existing clients. Establish good working knowledge of services offerings. Education, Experience and Skills Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field and advanced university degree preferred (e.g., MBA, MS, PhD). Require 5+ years of applicable business, sales, consulting experience or combined industry experience. Experience selling CRO services is mandatory. Minimum of 2-3 years leading major programs and projects for Global 1000 companies; experience at a top consulting firm a strong plus. Possess clinical, safety or regulatory domain knowledge so as to understand client's marketplace, competitive landscape and business drivers, and be able to speak intelligently in these terms. Collaborative player that can effectively influence others at all levels. Experience leading/facilitating complex workshops with tangible results. Strong executive level presentation and communication skills. Ability to work independently, manage time and create plans to achieve personal goals, while focusing on the success of the team is critical. Ability to think strategically and act tactically in a dynamic environment is essential. Customer Relationship Management skills. Requires excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication and presentation skills. Ability to communicate complex technical analysis to technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to create an environment conducive to contribution, growth, and achievement with an emphasis on customer-focused behavior. Requires up to 50% travel. The Application Process Once you have submitted your CV, you will receive an acknowledgement that we received it. If you have the requirements we need, you will be invited for phone interview as the first step. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we cannot reply to everyone individually if you are not successful. Who will you be working for? About ClinChoice ClinChoice is a global full-service CRO specializing in clinical development and functional solutions for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and consumer health companies. We have over 28 years of proven high-quality delivery and results across all our services with over 4,000 professionals in more than 20 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. We are on a mission to contribute to a healthier and safer world by accelerating the development and commercialization of innovative drugs and devices. Join our passionate team and make a meaningful impact on global healthcare! Our Company Ethos Our mission drives our culture: to contribute to a healthier and safer world by accelerating the development and commercialization of innovative drugs and devices. Our employees are the most valuable company asset and they are the fulcrum around which all ClinChoice activities are built and close management and training is the core instrument to develop and maintain highly-qualified personnel. The continuous training keeps the resources qualified in terms of competence and expertise and gives to all personnel the clear tools needed to manage both internal and client processes with the same methodology. The success of these core values is evidenced by our below industry average turnover rates. ClinChoice is an equal opportunity employer. We have based our success on attracting, developing, and promoting talent guided by diversity and inclusivity. Our employees come from very diverse backgrounds: gender, race, beliefs, and ethnicities. We recognize this is our strength and celebrate it. Key words: Client Success Manager, Customer Success Manager, CRO, Contract Research Organisation
Jan 12, 2025
Full time
Client Success Manager at ClinChoice (View all jobs) London, United Kingdom ClinChoice is a global full-service CRO dedicated to professional development and providing an excellent work-life balance, with a quality-focused, collaborative "one-team" culture. We are looking for a dynamic person to join our in-house team as a Client Success Manager on a permanent basis. This is a remote position in the South East of England. The Client Success Manager is an integral, hands-on leader for a group of our clients, providing vision, strategic counsel, agency expertise, accountability, and growth across our partnerships. The position requires proven success in delivering on organic growth, client relationship development and strategic insight for supporting the diverse range of clients (pharmaceutical, biotechnology, OTCs, medical devices, and consumer). This means elevating transactional client engagements to consultative, value-driven ones; generating, qualifying, and defining new opportunities across teams within client organizations; earning the respect and sought-after counsel of senior client stakeholders; and pushing the work to drive impactful results. Previous experience working with a CRO and managing pharmaceutical and biotechnology accounts required. Join our team: you can be part of making a difference in peoples' lives and experience a fulfilling and rewarding career! Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities: Cultivate and lead the relationship with existing client base within the Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices, and Biotech industry sectors for pharmacovigilance, regulatory, clinical and technology services. Previous experience working with a CRO and managing the services provided to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies required. Work with the existing clients and advise them on strategic issues to advance long-term partnership with them. Support sales activity, utilizing expertise and other resources, such as domain experts and client relations team. Support new business as part of expanding ClinChoice's footprint within the market; typically serving as primary point to engage with clients. Advise on any new technology development and collaborate with internal team/external consultants to support design and implementation of new technology. Lead and coordinate RFP responses, client presentations and any activities to facilitate the business expansion with existing clients. Establish good working knowledge of services offerings. Education, Experience and Skills Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field and advanced university degree preferred (e.g., MBA, MS, PhD). Require 5+ years of applicable business, sales, consulting experience or combined industry experience. Experience selling CRO services is mandatory. Minimum of 2-3 years leading major programs and projects for Global 1000 companies; experience at a top consulting firm a strong plus. Possess clinical, safety or regulatory domain knowledge so as to understand client's marketplace, competitive landscape and business drivers, and be able to speak intelligently in these terms. Collaborative player that can effectively influence others at all levels. Experience leading/facilitating complex workshops with tangible results. Strong executive level presentation and communication skills. Ability to work independently, manage time and create plans to achieve personal goals, while focusing on the success of the team is critical. Ability to think strategically and act tactically in a dynamic environment is essential. Customer Relationship Management skills. Requires excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication and presentation skills. Ability to communicate complex technical analysis to technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to create an environment conducive to contribution, growth, and achievement with an emphasis on customer-focused behavior. Requires up to 50% travel. The Application Process Once you have submitted your CV, you will receive an acknowledgement that we received it. If you have the requirements we need, you will be invited for phone interview as the first step. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we cannot reply to everyone individually if you are not successful. Who will you be working for? About ClinChoice ClinChoice is a global full-service CRO specializing in clinical development and functional solutions for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and consumer health companies. We have over 28 years of proven high-quality delivery and results across all our services with over 4,000 professionals in more than 20 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. We are on a mission to contribute to a healthier and safer world by accelerating the development and commercialization of innovative drugs and devices. Join our passionate team and make a meaningful impact on global healthcare! Our Company Ethos Our mission drives our culture: to contribute to a healthier and safer world by accelerating the development and commercialization of innovative drugs and devices. Our employees are the most valuable company asset and they are the fulcrum around which all ClinChoice activities are built and close management and training is the core instrument to develop and maintain highly-qualified personnel. The continuous training keeps the resources qualified in terms of competence and expertise and gives to all personnel the clear tools needed to manage both internal and client processes with the same methodology. The success of these core values is evidenced by our below industry average turnover rates. ClinChoice is an equal opportunity employer. We have based our success on attracting, developing, and promoting talent guided by diversity and inclusivity. Our employees come from very diverse backgrounds: gender, race, beliefs, and ethnicities. We recognize this is our strength and celebrate it. Key words: Client Success Manager, Customer Success Manager, CRO, Contract Research Organisation
Senior Pre-Construction Manager, Pre-Construction Project team Job ID: Amazon Support Services Germany GmbH - I46 Are you keen to be part of a team directly responsible for the development, design and construction of great logistic projects with the latest technology across EMEA countries? Are you seeking a fast-paced and growing environment to enjoy an invaluable experience, focused on innovating for our customers, along with the opportunity to learn from highly experienced professionals of the area? As a Senior Preconstruction Manager you will be part of the Design and Construction team (D&C) within AMZ Global Engineering services (GESS), with the long-term vision of shaping the future of the Construction Industry. Within D&C we push the boundaries of possibility, driving innovative, standardized and scalable solutions to deliver high quality buildings and capacity to meet customer needs. We deliver, having safety, people and sustainability at the heart of what we do. Key job responsibilities You will independently manage complex, cross-functional industrial projects from site selection through design completion, permitting and contract execution, coordinating with design teams and project stakeholders to contribute to the performance of the team, building trust and respect in all working relationships. You will keep the scope under control and accelerate progress by driving crisp and timely decisions, identifying and clearing blockers, and escalating appropriately. You will work with internal/external teams and drive results through communicating, weighing risks, clearing blockers, making decisions, leading and influencing. You will oversee professional service providers ensuring their skills and competencies meet the needs required of entitling property and projects. You will perform pricing reviews for scope inclusions/exclusions and negotiate the cost of the work with the developer, general contractor and design consultants. You will estimate cost, manage Due Diligences, schedule tracking, and forecasting, including identifying and solving factors that may impede a successful permitted project hand-over. You will supervise the implementation and management of Amazon's safety programs and standards. You will insist on the highest standards from self and others and drive accountability for results. You will negotiate with contractors, vendors and suppliers. A day in the life Each day you will represent AMZ and D&C GESS in ensuring the on-time and in-budget execution of Amazon construction projects, while strategically improving its processes, costs, quality H&S, and sustainability performance. You will be leading and mentoring large cross-functional teams as an expert technical and project management resource to complete construction projects and skillfully motivate and focus people of all levels to deliver. You will drive significant communication across departments, to front line and executive level managers while serving as an authority on project issues. You will leverage your experience and tools to understand where gaps exist in project plans and propose solutions. You will be understanding and negotiating terms of contracts with developers, contractors and consultants representing Amazon's interests. Daily tasks may include site validation, due diligence and risk analysis, design management, contract/lease and cost negotiations, stakeholder and vendor management. For jurisdictional coordination, you will get familiar with zoning/planning, fire code and building codes. You will act as the primary escalation point for the evaluation of the feasibility of potential future projects; owning and tracking issues to ensure that they are addressed, documented, and resolved using influence to manage team members. Great communication skills to front line and executive level managers will be a must. About the team We are a diverse, upbeat, creative and passionate team of designers, engineers, project and construction managers. We are owners of our scope and deliver results oriented. We are empowered to adapt our timeline to our personal needs if needed for a better work/life balance. D&C GESS Values SAFETY FIRST: We continuously seek improvement and innovation in Safety, raising the bar above industry norms and setting a new global standard. PEOPLE OBSESSION: We understand the value of listening, promote diversity, lead by example and work together to achieve more, while remembering to have fun. CHALLENGE THE NORM: We challenge each other and the industry to try new methods of working, and make a SAFER and more SUSTAINABLE environment. We are human, and not afraid to learn from our mistakes, and keep going! MAKE AN IMPACT: We leverage efficient time management to ensure capacity for HIGH QUALITY execution alongside INNOVATION and Thinking Big. TRUST: We build trust with our Customer, making ambitious but realistic commitments. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - A completed Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or comparable field and solid demonstrable experience as an Architect, Engineer, Construction Manager, Development Manager, Owner's project management representative or other Commercial Development and Construction related disciplines. - Solid demonstrable project management experience from design phase through implementation and operation, negotiating construction, procurement and labour contracts. - Experience within packaging processing/logistical facilities with complex equipment or comparable experience will be appreciated. - Fluent in English and German. Knowledge of other languages is also welcome. - Willingness to travel frequently through Europe, up to 30% of the time. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree in engineering, mechanical, operations, supply chain, business administration, or equivalent STEM field. - Experience operating within at least two disciplines in the construction industry, which could consist of General Contracting, Owner's Representation, Commercial Development, Engineering & Design, owners project management representative or similar. - Demonstrated capability in the planning, design review & implementation, and project management/control of new structures & the enhancement of existing facility buildings. - Experience managing multi-disciplinary design incorporating industrial automation, robotics, or similar. - Strong influencing and negotiating skills. - Demonstrated success in communicating to various audiences (e.g. senior management, peers, public officials, vendors, etc.). - Knowledge of Building Information Modelling (BIM). - Participation during a previous new FC Launch at Amazon in any role would be desired. - French, Polish, Arabic and Turkish are considered preferred qualifications. - Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple countries and cultures? The role will be based anywhere in Europe with 30% of time traveling either domestically or to other EMEA countries. Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. m/w/d Posted: November 12, 2024 (Updated 3 days ago) Posted: November 4, 2024 (Updated 3 days ago) Posted: June 19, 2024 (Updated 3 days ago) Posted: November 15, 2024 (Updated 10 days ago) Posted: September 23, 2024 (Updated 11 days ago) Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Jan 10, 2025
Full time
Senior Pre-Construction Manager, Pre-Construction Project team Job ID: Amazon Support Services Germany GmbH - I46 Are you keen to be part of a team directly responsible for the development, design and construction of great logistic projects with the latest technology across EMEA countries? Are you seeking a fast-paced and growing environment to enjoy an invaluable experience, focused on innovating for our customers, along with the opportunity to learn from highly experienced professionals of the area? As a Senior Preconstruction Manager you will be part of the Design and Construction team (D&C) within AMZ Global Engineering services (GESS), with the long-term vision of shaping the future of the Construction Industry. Within D&C we push the boundaries of possibility, driving innovative, standardized and scalable solutions to deliver high quality buildings and capacity to meet customer needs. We deliver, having safety, people and sustainability at the heart of what we do. Key job responsibilities You will independently manage complex, cross-functional industrial projects from site selection through design completion, permitting and contract execution, coordinating with design teams and project stakeholders to contribute to the performance of the team, building trust and respect in all working relationships. You will keep the scope under control and accelerate progress by driving crisp and timely decisions, identifying and clearing blockers, and escalating appropriately. You will work with internal/external teams and drive results through communicating, weighing risks, clearing blockers, making decisions, leading and influencing. You will oversee professional service providers ensuring their skills and competencies meet the needs required of entitling property and projects. You will perform pricing reviews for scope inclusions/exclusions and negotiate the cost of the work with the developer, general contractor and design consultants. You will estimate cost, manage Due Diligences, schedule tracking, and forecasting, including identifying and solving factors that may impede a successful permitted project hand-over. You will supervise the implementation and management of Amazon's safety programs and standards. You will insist on the highest standards from self and others and drive accountability for results. You will negotiate with contractors, vendors and suppliers. A day in the life Each day you will represent AMZ and D&C GESS in ensuring the on-time and in-budget execution of Amazon construction projects, while strategically improving its processes, costs, quality H&S, and sustainability performance. You will be leading and mentoring large cross-functional teams as an expert technical and project management resource to complete construction projects and skillfully motivate and focus people of all levels to deliver. You will drive significant communication across departments, to front line and executive level managers while serving as an authority on project issues. You will leverage your experience and tools to understand where gaps exist in project plans and propose solutions. You will be understanding and negotiating terms of contracts with developers, contractors and consultants representing Amazon's interests. Daily tasks may include site validation, due diligence and risk analysis, design management, contract/lease and cost negotiations, stakeholder and vendor management. For jurisdictional coordination, you will get familiar with zoning/planning, fire code and building codes. You will act as the primary escalation point for the evaluation of the feasibility of potential future projects; owning and tracking issues to ensure that they are addressed, documented, and resolved using influence to manage team members. Great communication skills to front line and executive level managers will be a must. About the team We are a diverse, upbeat, creative and passionate team of designers, engineers, project and construction managers. We are owners of our scope and deliver results oriented. We are empowered to adapt our timeline to our personal needs if needed for a better work/life balance. D&C GESS Values SAFETY FIRST: We continuously seek improvement and innovation in Safety, raising the bar above industry norms and setting a new global standard. PEOPLE OBSESSION: We understand the value of listening, promote diversity, lead by example and work together to achieve more, while remembering to have fun. CHALLENGE THE NORM: We challenge each other and the industry to try new methods of working, and make a SAFER and more SUSTAINABLE environment. We are human, and not afraid to learn from our mistakes, and keep going! MAKE AN IMPACT: We leverage efficient time management to ensure capacity for HIGH QUALITY execution alongside INNOVATION and Thinking Big. TRUST: We build trust with our Customer, making ambitious but realistic commitments. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - A completed Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or comparable field and solid demonstrable experience as an Architect, Engineer, Construction Manager, Development Manager, Owner's project management representative or other Commercial Development and Construction related disciplines. - Solid demonstrable project management experience from design phase through implementation and operation, negotiating construction, procurement and labour contracts. - Experience within packaging processing/logistical facilities with complex equipment or comparable experience will be appreciated. - Fluent in English and German. Knowledge of other languages is also welcome. - Willingness to travel frequently through Europe, up to 30% of the time. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree in engineering, mechanical, operations, supply chain, business administration, or equivalent STEM field. - Experience operating within at least two disciplines in the construction industry, which could consist of General Contracting, Owner's Representation, Commercial Development, Engineering & Design, owners project management representative or similar. - Demonstrated capability in the planning, design review & implementation, and project management/control of new structures & the enhancement of existing facility buildings. - Experience managing multi-disciplinary design incorporating industrial automation, robotics, or similar. - Strong influencing and negotiating skills. - Demonstrated success in communicating to various audiences (e.g. senior management, peers, public officials, vendors, etc.). - Knowledge of Building Information Modelling (BIM). - Participation during a previous new FC Launch at Amazon in any role would be desired. - French, Polish, Arabic and Turkish are considered preferred qualifications. - Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple countries and cultures? The role will be based anywhere in Europe with 30% of time traveling either domestically or to other EMEA countries. Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. m/w/d Posted: November 12, 2024 (Updated 3 days ago) Posted: November 4, 2024 (Updated 3 days ago) Posted: June 19, 2024 (Updated 3 days ago) Posted: November 15, 2024 (Updated 10 days ago) Posted: September 23, 2024 (Updated 11 days ago) Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
SAP S4 Hana Head of Delivery MUST HAVE - 10+ years of experience in SAP Senior delivery roles, including extensive experience leading large scale SAP S/4HANA programs. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of SAP Delivery to lead the successful delivery of SAP S/4HANA transformation projects across the EMEA region . This critical leadership role requires a proven track record of managing large-scale SAP implementations and driving the transformation agenda for multinational organisations. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional strategic, technical, and delivery expertise to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Own and lead the delivery of SAP S/4HANA programs across the EMEA region, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and business strategies. Define and implement delivery frameworks, methodologies, and governance processes to ensure consistent, high-quality execution. Act as a strategic advisor to senior stakeholders on SAP transformation, aligning technical solutions with business needs. Program Delivery and Management Oversee the end-to-end delivery life cycle of SAP S/4HANA projects, ensuring adherence to project plans, budgets, and timelines. Manage and mitigate risks, dependencies, and issues to ensure successful project outcomes. Drive the continuous improvement of delivery processes, leveraging agile, waterfall, or hybrid methodologies as appropriate. Team Leadership and Resource Management Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of SAP consultants, architects, and delivery managers across the region. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors and system integrators, to ensure resource alignment and delivery excellence. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration within the delivery team. Stakeholder Engagement Serve as the primary point of contact for C-level executives and regional business leaders regarding SAP delivery initiatives. Communicate project progress, risks, and benefits effectively to stakeholders, ensuring alignment and buy-in at all levels. Partner with business units to identify opportunities for leveraging SAP S/4HANA capabilities to drive operational efficiencies and competitive advantage. Financial and Compliance Oversight Manage program budgets, ensuring cost optimisation and value realisation for SAP transformation investments. Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and security standards across all SAP delivery initiatives. Qualifications and Experience Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred. Experience: 10+ years of experience in SAP delivery, including extensive experience leading SAP S/4HANA programs. Proven track record of delivering large-scale SAP implementations across multinational organisations, preferably in the EMEA region. Experience managing diverse, cross-functional teams in complex environments. Skills and Knowledge: Deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA architecture , modules, and integration capabilities. Expertise in delivery methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid approaches. Strong financial acumen with experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Familiarity with EMEA-specific compliance, regulatory, and cultural considerations. Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business goals into technical solutions. Proactive and results-driven, with a commitment to achieving delivery excellence. Adaptable and culturally aware, capable of leading teams across diverse regions.
Jan 10, 2025
Full time
SAP S4 Hana Head of Delivery MUST HAVE - 10+ years of experience in SAP Senior delivery roles, including extensive experience leading large scale SAP S/4HANA programs. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of SAP Delivery to lead the successful delivery of SAP S/4HANA transformation projects across the EMEA region . This critical leadership role requires a proven track record of managing large-scale SAP implementations and driving the transformation agenda for multinational organisations. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional strategic, technical, and delivery expertise to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Own and lead the delivery of SAP S/4HANA programs across the EMEA region, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and business strategies. Define and implement delivery frameworks, methodologies, and governance processes to ensure consistent, high-quality execution. Act as a strategic advisor to senior stakeholders on SAP transformation, aligning technical solutions with business needs. Program Delivery and Management Oversee the end-to-end delivery life cycle of SAP S/4HANA projects, ensuring adherence to project plans, budgets, and timelines. Manage and mitigate risks, dependencies, and issues to ensure successful project outcomes. Drive the continuous improvement of delivery processes, leveraging agile, waterfall, or hybrid methodologies as appropriate. Team Leadership and Resource Management Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of SAP consultants, architects, and delivery managers across the region. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors and system integrators, to ensure resource alignment and delivery excellence. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration within the delivery team. Stakeholder Engagement Serve as the primary point of contact for C-level executives and regional business leaders regarding SAP delivery initiatives. Communicate project progress, risks, and benefits effectively to stakeholders, ensuring alignment and buy-in at all levels. Partner with business units to identify opportunities for leveraging SAP S/4HANA capabilities to drive operational efficiencies and competitive advantage. Financial and Compliance Oversight Manage program budgets, ensuring cost optimisation and value realisation for SAP transformation investments. Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and security standards across all SAP delivery initiatives. Qualifications and Experience Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred. Experience: 10+ years of experience in SAP delivery, including extensive experience leading SAP S/4HANA programs. Proven track record of delivering large-scale SAP implementations across multinational organisations, preferably in the EMEA region. Experience managing diverse, cross-functional teams in complex environments. Skills and Knowledge: Deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA architecture , modules, and integration capabilities. Expertise in delivery methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid approaches. Strong financial acumen with experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Familiarity with EMEA-specific compliance, regulatory, and cultural considerations. Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business goals into technical solutions. Proactive and results-driven, with a commitment to achieving delivery excellence. Adaptable and culturally aware, capable of leading teams across diverse regions.
Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. A market leading financial client based in Halifax require an accomplished Lead Product Owner to join them for an exciting and challenging engagement. For this opportunity you will be an employee of ourselves working on site with the client while being rewarded with a strong salary, holidays, pension, certification opportunities and more! Job Title: Lead Product Owner Duration: 9 months Location: Halifax (2 days a week onsite) Start: Immediately The role will report to the Work Lab lead and is responsible to oversee the release of incremental value for many product features, with the primary aim of delivering value to colleagues and stakeholders, by ensuring the team focuses on the right priorities. Experience and skills Required: Delivers outcomes by supervising, guiding and leading others within the Feature Team Ability to define and communicate a clear product vision and roadmap. Accountability for prioritisation, refinement & management of team product backlog. Using data driven insight to effectively prioritise and breakdown the feature roadmap to improve effectiveness of team delivery whilst continuing to deliver and measure value. Defines user-stories at Team level to meet customer need. An understanding of RAID management, ability to uncover emerging issues and/or needs and identify potential causes, related issues, key collaborators and barriers. Experience using collaboration platforms such as Jira & Confluence Experience working using agile principles. Collaboration with key stakeholders and ability to balance competing priorities from Centres of Excellence Responsibilities: Supports development of Team OKRs and provides product performance and benefits realisation data. Works with Customer Journey Manager to analyse user stories for customer journey improvements. Provides input into overall Product vision and Product roadmap Prioritises, refines and manages Team Product backlog. Accountable for Product change governance (e.g., CMIA / SPFIA) and Business Readiness activities (e.g., training and comms, testing and readiness for implementation) for their respective features, journeys or technology components. Note: PO's are accountable but activities to be delivered by the whole 'team'. Investigates incidents and develops contingency plans. Implements development frameworks for their area, coach and mentor others in the organisation. Works with Integrators when change is particularly large. Ajilon Consultant You will be an integral part of Ajilon (Adecco), a FTSE500 Global organisation with over 52 clients and sole supplier to the biggest organisations in the country and the world. You will be employed by ourselves as an Ajilon Consultant working onsite with our client where you will receive a regular salary, annual bonus payment, pension contributions, holiday and sick pay, plus a number of additional benefits such as medical insurance, income protection, critical illness and life insurance, access to our discounted benefits website and library of online training materials and future career and certification opportunities. This great opportunity is being offered on a PAYE basis which means a LTD/Umbrella company cannot be used. If you think you have the experience and you would like to become an employee of this fast growing business unit within Ajilon please apply with your CV right now for swift consideration!
Jan 03, 2025
Contractor
Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. A market leading financial client based in Halifax require an accomplished Lead Product Owner to join them for an exciting and challenging engagement. For this opportunity you will be an employee of ourselves working on site with the client while being rewarded with a strong salary, holidays, pension, certification opportunities and more! Job Title: Lead Product Owner Duration: 9 months Location: Halifax (2 days a week onsite) Start: Immediately The role will report to the Work Lab lead and is responsible to oversee the release of incremental value for many product features, with the primary aim of delivering value to colleagues and stakeholders, by ensuring the team focuses on the right priorities. Experience and skills Required: Delivers outcomes by supervising, guiding and leading others within the Feature Team Ability to define and communicate a clear product vision and roadmap. Accountability for prioritisation, refinement & management of team product backlog. Using data driven insight to effectively prioritise and breakdown the feature roadmap to improve effectiveness of team delivery whilst continuing to deliver and measure value. Defines user-stories at Team level to meet customer need. An understanding of RAID management, ability to uncover emerging issues and/or needs and identify potential causes, related issues, key collaborators and barriers. Experience using collaboration platforms such as Jira & Confluence Experience working using agile principles. Collaboration with key stakeholders and ability to balance competing priorities from Centres of Excellence Responsibilities: Supports development of Team OKRs and provides product performance and benefits realisation data. Works with Customer Journey Manager to analyse user stories for customer journey improvements. Provides input into overall Product vision and Product roadmap Prioritises, refines and manages Team Product backlog. Accountable for Product change governance (e.g., CMIA / SPFIA) and Business Readiness activities (e.g., training and comms, testing and readiness for implementation) for their respective features, journeys or technology components. Note: PO's are accountable but activities to be delivered by the whole 'team'. Investigates incidents and develops contingency plans. Implements development frameworks for their area, coach and mentor others in the organisation. Works with Integrators when change is particularly large. Ajilon Consultant You will be an integral part of Ajilon (Adecco), a FTSE500 Global organisation with over 52 clients and sole supplier to the biggest organisations in the country and the world. You will be employed by ourselves as an Ajilon Consultant working onsite with our client where you will receive a regular salary, annual bonus payment, pension contributions, holiday and sick pay, plus a number of additional benefits such as medical insurance, income protection, critical illness and life insurance, access to our discounted benefits website and library of online training materials and future career and certification opportunities. This great opportunity is being offered on a PAYE basis which means a LTD/Umbrella company cannot be used. If you think you have the experience and you would like to become an employee of this fast growing business unit within Ajilon please apply with your CV right now for swift consideration!
BMS (Tridium) Engineer Hybrid (London) - £60,000 A fantastic opportunity for an experienced BMS Engineer with Tridium experience looking to progress into more design from engineering. The BMS (Tridium) Consultant position In this role, you will be part of the team that delivers Consulting Services (CS) to critical environment customers including but not limited to Enterprise Data Centres and Professional Data Centre Operators market. As a consultant within the CS team, you will lead and undertake a variety of consultancy packages including, but not limited to traditional design, site engineering, commissioning & IST (Integrated Systems Testing) management, certifications, and compliance. With a keen eye for detail, you will be conversant with all aspects of BMS engineering in critical environments and be responsible for developing, validating & sign off from concept through to detailed design and overseeing final equipment testing & commissioning. Whilst you will be a competent & experienced BMS Engineer, you will be expected to be a self-starter that can manage and develop resource to meet project demands whilst maintaining the highest level of technical excellence and regulatory compliance and work as part of the wider multi-disciplinary engineering team. Key responsibilities You will be expected as required to take responsibility for BMS aspects of the design, both individually and as part of a multi-disciplinary project team, including engineers from other business units or organisations. When leading projects you will be responsible for integrating multiple aspects of design and consultancy as part of a multi-disciplinary team. You will be expected to utilise your technical knowledge and to multitask across several projects and embrace learning and understanding of the wider engineering aspects of datacentres outside of your specialism. You will be expected to be self-motivated, take and work under your own initiative, with excellent planning time and task management. Your involvement in the delivery of design and consultancy projects will require taking appropriate leadership and accountability both technically, and commercially throughout the design process through to completion and handover. You will be expected to operate in cross-functional teams in which you are involved at every stage of design and development in collaboration with colleagues in other engineering functions. Typical work type includes: BMS design and CDP Management - developing design deliverables Site Engineering Testing, Witness Commissioning, Quality Assurance & Quality Control. Upgrades and Remedial works - owning advisory and upgrade requirements from scoping to implementation If required, support operational services (OS) with; Planned maintenance escalation - Subject Matter Expert for planned work which is above assigned engineers skills or experience. Reactive Support escalation - to support engineers interrogate BMS to complete root cause analysis and/or identify faults/performance issues. Lead a key initiative; For target accounts, proactively interrogate and audit customer systems via BMS to identify upgrade and replacement opportunities. Key Duties of the role Demonstrate necessary values and behaviours in line with company Performance Excellence Framework. Responding to client briefs by designing new / replacement / upgrade or modifications to BMS systems to meet requirements Production of scope of works / employers requirements and design documentation, including, specifications, schedules, and reports. Design for Building Management Systems and Monitoring Systems including systems such as Tridium N4, Trend and Schneider DCE (Data Center Expert) and Schneider Netbotz etc Design and management of implementing technology solutions including bespoke systems integration between various platforms. Surveying, Auditing, Assessment and Reporting on existing and new facilities. Undertake Technical Presentations, Design Workshops and communicating with Clients as required. Support technical queries for the company monitoring platforms and support escalations from Engineers and clients Production of Technical request for proposals (RFPs) for related work packages. Responsibility for ensuring best practice is undertaken when conducting technical reviews, reactive fault resolution, and delivery of BMS works optimisations Producing documentation to instruct other engineers or users on how to interact with the BMS (i.e. DESOPS and/or engineer / client training) Support for Energy Audits regarding site surveys, collating site data, scoping and where necessary assisting with the design, programme management and commissioning of BMS project works of any size Conducting site surveys before installation of BMS takes place, or after a system has been installed to check that it is functioning correctly (QA/QC) Witness Commissioning of new BMS software to ensure that it functions as designed including capturing data for wider project report documentation and sign off. Provide Technical support / oversight for maintenance of existing building management systems (i.e. error resolution, witness testing and/or support software updates) Evaluation of new products or new to data centre industry technologies. Maintain profit margin on sold projects through effective time management. Maintain own continual professional development. Supporting Other Engineers / Consultants and providing mentoring / training. Key skills and qualifications required Engineering Based Degree (BSc, BEng, MEng). BTEC/HND In Engineering Based Discipline &/or Demonstrable Experience. Knowledge of Tridium BMS or equivalent Professional Registration / Institute Membership (Advantageous). Specialised BMS engineering certification - i.e. Tridium N4 Good understanding of IT infrastructure and how remote systems interconnect. Able to design, scope and implement software for BMS Systems. Use of relevant design packages / software Mandatory SHE training to be provided to requisite Consultant Level CSCS Site Card Advantageous Salary and Benefits Competitive salary, open to negotiation Car allowance Company pension 5% matched 25 days holiday option to buy/sell annual leave by up to 5 days Employee referral bonus Flexible working Employee Assistance programme Life Assurance, they provide a death in service benefit at 3x your basic annual salary Enhanced Health cash plan Perks and discounts Do you think you could be our next BMS Tridium Consultant ? For more information on this fantastic opportunity, please call Yvonne Ndlovu at Team BMS on (phone number removed), or click Apply now .
Dec 31, 2024
Full time
BMS (Tridium) Engineer Hybrid (London) - £60,000 A fantastic opportunity for an experienced BMS Engineer with Tridium experience looking to progress into more design from engineering. The BMS (Tridium) Consultant position In this role, you will be part of the team that delivers Consulting Services (CS) to critical environment customers including but not limited to Enterprise Data Centres and Professional Data Centre Operators market. As a consultant within the CS team, you will lead and undertake a variety of consultancy packages including, but not limited to traditional design, site engineering, commissioning & IST (Integrated Systems Testing) management, certifications, and compliance. With a keen eye for detail, you will be conversant with all aspects of BMS engineering in critical environments and be responsible for developing, validating & sign off from concept through to detailed design and overseeing final equipment testing & commissioning. Whilst you will be a competent & experienced BMS Engineer, you will be expected to be a self-starter that can manage and develop resource to meet project demands whilst maintaining the highest level of technical excellence and regulatory compliance and work as part of the wider multi-disciplinary engineering team. Key responsibilities You will be expected as required to take responsibility for BMS aspects of the design, both individually and as part of a multi-disciplinary project team, including engineers from other business units or organisations. When leading projects you will be responsible for integrating multiple aspects of design and consultancy as part of a multi-disciplinary team. You will be expected to utilise your technical knowledge and to multitask across several projects and embrace learning and understanding of the wider engineering aspects of datacentres outside of your specialism. You will be expected to be self-motivated, take and work under your own initiative, with excellent planning time and task management. Your involvement in the delivery of design and consultancy projects will require taking appropriate leadership and accountability both technically, and commercially throughout the design process through to completion and handover. You will be expected to operate in cross-functional teams in which you are involved at every stage of design and development in collaboration with colleagues in other engineering functions. Typical work type includes: BMS design and CDP Management - developing design deliverables Site Engineering Testing, Witness Commissioning, Quality Assurance & Quality Control. Upgrades and Remedial works - owning advisory and upgrade requirements from scoping to implementation If required, support operational services (OS) with; Planned maintenance escalation - Subject Matter Expert for planned work which is above assigned engineers skills or experience. Reactive Support escalation - to support engineers interrogate BMS to complete root cause analysis and/or identify faults/performance issues. Lead a key initiative; For target accounts, proactively interrogate and audit customer systems via BMS to identify upgrade and replacement opportunities. Key Duties of the role Demonstrate necessary values and behaviours in line with company Performance Excellence Framework. Responding to client briefs by designing new / replacement / upgrade or modifications to BMS systems to meet requirements Production of scope of works / employers requirements and design documentation, including, specifications, schedules, and reports. Design for Building Management Systems and Monitoring Systems including systems such as Tridium N4, Trend and Schneider DCE (Data Center Expert) and Schneider Netbotz etc Design and management of implementing technology solutions including bespoke systems integration between various platforms. Surveying, Auditing, Assessment and Reporting on existing and new facilities. Undertake Technical Presentations, Design Workshops and communicating with Clients as required. Support technical queries for the company monitoring platforms and support escalations from Engineers and clients Production of Technical request for proposals (RFPs) for related work packages. Responsibility for ensuring best practice is undertaken when conducting technical reviews, reactive fault resolution, and delivery of BMS works optimisations Producing documentation to instruct other engineers or users on how to interact with the BMS (i.e. DESOPS and/or engineer / client training) Support for Energy Audits regarding site surveys, collating site data, scoping and where necessary assisting with the design, programme management and commissioning of BMS project works of any size Conducting site surveys before installation of BMS takes place, or after a system has been installed to check that it is functioning correctly (QA/QC) Witness Commissioning of new BMS software to ensure that it functions as designed including capturing data for wider project report documentation and sign off. Provide Technical support / oversight for maintenance of existing building management systems (i.e. error resolution, witness testing and/or support software updates) Evaluation of new products or new to data centre industry technologies. Maintain profit margin on sold projects through effective time management. Maintain own continual professional development. Supporting Other Engineers / Consultants and providing mentoring / training. Key skills and qualifications required Engineering Based Degree (BSc, BEng, MEng). BTEC/HND In Engineering Based Discipline &/or Demonstrable Experience. Knowledge of Tridium BMS or equivalent Professional Registration / Institute Membership (Advantageous). Specialised BMS engineering certification - i.e. Tridium N4 Good understanding of IT infrastructure and how remote systems interconnect. Able to design, scope and implement software for BMS Systems. Use of relevant design packages / software Mandatory SHE training to be provided to requisite Consultant Level CSCS Site Card Advantageous Salary and Benefits Competitive salary, open to negotiation Car allowance Company pension 5% matched 25 days holiday option to buy/sell annual leave by up to 5 days Employee referral bonus Flexible working Employee Assistance programme Life Assurance, they provide a death in service benefit at 3x your basic annual salary Enhanced Health cash plan Perks and discounts Do you think you could be our next BMS Tridium Consultant ? For more information on this fantastic opportunity, please call Yvonne Ndlovu at Team BMS on (phone number removed), or click Apply now .
Gensler's London office is seeking an experienced Project Director to join our team of design thinkers and doers. You will be experienced in handling the design process, with excellent presentation and relationship building skills, and the ability to understand and interpret client needs and requirements. You will have a good understanding of the end to end design process, commencing in the marketing phase through construction completion, and possess demonstrable International and UK Architecture or Interiors experience, having worked on a variety of projects. A self-motivated team player with a positive, communicative and collaborative approach, you will work in partnership with colleagues across Gensler's practice areas not only in London but Firmwide, as well as with clients, vendors, consultants and stakeholders at all levels. You will have the knowledge and ability to provide guidance to less experienced members of the Architecture team, advising and supporting where necessary. What You Will Do Providing exemplar design/project management and leadership from project pursuit; design concept to construction completion of design projects, working across all the RIBA, or other applicable international, design stages. Manage the customer, contractor and design team communications, developing and maintaining strong external and internal relationships: Main client interface for the direction and implementation of the design and foster a genuine, accountable relationship with the client throughout the entire project and beyond. Actively looking for business development opportunities in the London market. External promotional efforts regarding design, including leadership within the design community. Assistance to and collaboration with the Gensler marketing team and the Principal-in-Charge in the pursuit of new project work. Interaction with clients while representing Gensler at meetings and presentations. Developing programming, consulting, strategic planning, conceptual designs, space planning, presentations, design development, and production. Leading, developing and mentoring the architectural design team. Establishing and driving design process with our design teams to achieve excellent results for our clients. Creation and distribution of all project records including execution plans, budgets, time frames, programmes and monthly overview reports. Management of project financial performance including the overall project financial performance relative to the agreed fee; weekly monitoring of labour charge & staff resourcing; and monthly invoicing. Client presentations and monitoring through contracted services that deliverables and scoping align with client expectations and budgets and timelines are inline and maintained. Lead, develop and mentor the Design Team. Accountability for the design quality of all projects across all design phases. Defining a project's creative foundation by distilling goals, strategy and articulating a clear conception. Coordinate and liaise with other Architects and specialty consultants in various locations around the world. This may include the receipt and review of consultant proposal for services; drafting of sub-consultant agreements when retained by Gensler. Management of multiple global accounts and team collaboration across various locations. Your Qualifications Bachelors' Degree in Architecture or Interior Design from an accredited school. Experience creating and developing overall design concepts and formulating design presentation strategies with an understanding of trends in architectural design. Knowledge of the total project process including fee and team management, schedules and budgets. Working knowledge of construction terminology, as necessary for taking meeting minutes at project meetings with client, consultants and project team. Familiarity with industry related contracts and scheduling and materials, methods and processes of construction. An understanding of Revit is appreciated, but not essential. Excellent graphic and visualisation skills to communicate processes in the delivery of project. Amazing collaboration skills, proactive and highly organised are essential with a strong ability to work in a fast-paced team environment. Ability to manage multiple projects which may be in varying stages of design or implementation. Exceptional communicator verbally and in writing; concise, effective and timely. Multidisciplinary experience is highly encouraged. This job description reflects the core activities of the role although there will be changes in the emphasis of duties as required from time to time. Life at Gensler We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical and dental insurance, season ticket loans, pension, profit sharing and twice annual bonus opportunities. As part of the firm's commitment to professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional qualifications and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programmes or classes. We view our professional development programmes as strategic investments in our future. About Us At Gensler, the value of our work stems from its positive impact on the human experience. We are a dynamic and collaborative design firm uniting creativity, research, and innovation to solve complex problems for our clients. Our work challenges conventional ideas about architecture and the built environment. We aren't just designing buildings-we are reimagining cities and places that make a difference in people's lives. Founded in 1965, Gensler has built a team of 6,000 professionals who partner with clients in over 100 countries each year. Everything we do is guided by our mission: to create a better world through the power of design. NOTICE TO APPLICANTS Gensler celebrates diversity and our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gensler endeavors to make accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us. Regarding Gensler's approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email .
Dec 30, 2024
Full time
Gensler's London office is seeking an experienced Project Director to join our team of design thinkers and doers. You will be experienced in handling the design process, with excellent presentation and relationship building skills, and the ability to understand and interpret client needs and requirements. You will have a good understanding of the end to end design process, commencing in the marketing phase through construction completion, and possess demonstrable International and UK Architecture or Interiors experience, having worked on a variety of projects. A self-motivated team player with a positive, communicative and collaborative approach, you will work in partnership with colleagues across Gensler's practice areas not only in London but Firmwide, as well as with clients, vendors, consultants and stakeholders at all levels. You will have the knowledge and ability to provide guidance to less experienced members of the Architecture team, advising and supporting where necessary. What You Will Do Providing exemplar design/project management and leadership from project pursuit; design concept to construction completion of design projects, working across all the RIBA, or other applicable international, design stages. Manage the customer, contractor and design team communications, developing and maintaining strong external and internal relationships: Main client interface for the direction and implementation of the design and foster a genuine, accountable relationship with the client throughout the entire project and beyond. Actively looking for business development opportunities in the London market. External promotional efforts regarding design, including leadership within the design community. Assistance to and collaboration with the Gensler marketing team and the Principal-in-Charge in the pursuit of new project work. Interaction with clients while representing Gensler at meetings and presentations. Developing programming, consulting, strategic planning, conceptual designs, space planning, presentations, design development, and production. Leading, developing and mentoring the architectural design team. Establishing and driving design process with our design teams to achieve excellent results for our clients. Creation and distribution of all project records including execution plans, budgets, time frames, programmes and monthly overview reports. Management of project financial performance including the overall project financial performance relative to the agreed fee; weekly monitoring of labour charge & staff resourcing; and monthly invoicing. Client presentations and monitoring through contracted services that deliverables and scoping align with client expectations and budgets and timelines are inline and maintained. Lead, develop and mentor the Design Team. Accountability for the design quality of all projects across all design phases. Defining a project's creative foundation by distilling goals, strategy and articulating a clear conception. Coordinate and liaise with other Architects and specialty consultants in various locations around the world. This may include the receipt and review of consultant proposal for services; drafting of sub-consultant agreements when retained by Gensler. Management of multiple global accounts and team collaboration across various locations. Your Qualifications Bachelors' Degree in Architecture or Interior Design from an accredited school. Experience creating and developing overall design concepts and formulating design presentation strategies with an understanding of trends in architectural design. Knowledge of the total project process including fee and team management, schedules and budgets. Working knowledge of construction terminology, as necessary for taking meeting minutes at project meetings with client, consultants and project team. Familiarity with industry related contracts and scheduling and materials, methods and processes of construction. An understanding of Revit is appreciated, but not essential. Excellent graphic and visualisation skills to communicate processes in the delivery of project. Amazing collaboration skills, proactive and highly organised are essential with a strong ability to work in a fast-paced team environment. Ability to manage multiple projects which may be in varying stages of design or implementation. Exceptional communicator verbally and in writing; concise, effective and timely. Multidisciplinary experience is highly encouraged. This job description reflects the core activities of the role although there will be changes in the emphasis of duties as required from time to time. Life at Gensler We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical and dental insurance, season ticket loans, pension, profit sharing and twice annual bonus opportunities. As part of the firm's commitment to professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional qualifications and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programmes or classes. We view our professional development programmes as strategic investments in our future. About Us At Gensler, the value of our work stems from its positive impact on the human experience. We are a dynamic and collaborative design firm uniting creativity, research, and innovation to solve complex problems for our clients. Our work challenges conventional ideas about architecture and the built environment. We aren't just designing buildings-we are reimagining cities and places that make a difference in people's lives. Founded in 1965, Gensler has built a team of 6,000 professionals who partner with clients in over 100 countries each year. Everything we do is guided by our mission: to create a better world through the power of design. NOTICE TO APPLICANTS Gensler celebrates diversity and our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gensler endeavors to make accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us. Regarding Gensler's approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email .
At ERM, we are committed to shaping a sustainable future with the world's leading organizations. Our Liability Portfolio Management & Remediation (LPMR) is one of the largest of ERM's ten major service lines, boasting a high-performing team of experts worldwide. We actively engage with clients to understand and respond to their specific and evolving needs to manage their environmental liabilities, through an end-to-end integration of site investigation, risk assessment, remediation, decommissioning, demolition and asset retirement processes. We develop bespoke solutions for the clients around key challenges such as options analysis and exit strategy, digital portfolio dashboarding, liability assessments, asset recycling, regulatory adaptation strategies, portfolio risk heat mapping for emerging risks such as PFAS, regulatory and stakeholder engagement, decarbonisation and more. ERM is now in pursuit of an accomplished leader, who not only assumes responsibility for the team's commercial success but also serves as a transformational figure. This individual will be tasked with inspiring and guiding this high-performing team through their next phase of growth, grounded in a client-centric and people-first philosophy. The position of Partner Lead for LPMR in Northern Europe is a pivotal role in ensuring that the Northern Europe business delivers a market-focused and people-focused growth strategy, ultimately achieving budget and profitability targets. Role Profile: Reporting to the Managing Partner for Northern Europe, the Partner Lead will have direct line management responsibility for a number of Partners as well as indirect management of a highly skilled and diverse delivery team of over 100. The teams you would be accountable for work across a wide range of market sectors (mining, energy, chemical, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, tech, finance) and technical areas (contaminated land management, M&A, water, digital solutions, safety, environmental impact assessment, project & program management, industrial permitting, mining resources, mine engineering, process & functional safety). As a key member of the leadership team of the Northern Europe Business Unit (NEBU), the largest and most diverse Business Unit in ERM globally, the Partner Lead will play a crucial role in shaping and executing targeted Business Unit objectives while fostering collaboration with ERM Global and EMEA strategies. This position will emphasise teamwork with the broader organisation, actively engaging with Service Line Leaders at regional and global levels to facilitate expansion of ERM's portfolio. Main Responsibilities: Lead a client and industry trends focused commercial strategy for LPMR in NEBU, developing and enhancing the service line's commercial strategy focusing on priority clients (ERM's Global Key Clients and High Growth / High Value Clients). Leading, managing and motivating experienced Partners and Consultants to deliver the commercial strategy continually seeking ways to develop and improve commercial performance by winning hearts and minds of the team. Developing and executing a clear delivery plan to ensure the commercial vision is achieved; Accountability for the Sales, Net Revenue and Multiplier generated by the team. Creating a collaborative culture internally, sharing best practice and ideas, constantly assessing opportunities for improvement and innovation. Drive client-centricity by energizing and inspiring the team to deliver innovation and service excellence to our clients. Maintaining and continually developing strong relationships with a range of clients, be able to create innovative solutions and oversee project delivery. Through the team, drive and develop thought leadership and marketing opportunities in NEBU to continue to build our client value proposition. Work collaboratively with our commercial account teams and industry leaders across EMEA, to develop market insight and influence priority clients by working directly with clients and ERM teams. Lead on Sustainability and H&S for the team and ensure compliance with our QEHS and governance requirements. About You: We are looking for a market-driven, client-focused individual with the skills to inspire a 100+ high-performing team to meet its potential and our strategic objectives. You will be an accomplished leader who will be able to demonstrate a progressive career within the consulting environment, having built a solid market reputation, recognized for your technical expertise. You will possess a deep knowledge of liability portfolio and remediation services, an understanding of the EMEA market, and additional attributes including: High performance in business development and delivery with a history of delivering multimillion-dollar sales results annually, including successfully winning large and strategic projects. Demonstrated success of positive commercial impact at regional levels. Excellent influential people leader. Effective at navigating through ambiguity and adjusting plans as needed. THE COMPANY Sustainability is our business. As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. ERM's diverse team of over 7,000 world-class experts in over 150 offices in 40 countries and territories combine strategic transformation and technical delivery to help clients operationalize sustainability at pace and scale. ERM calls this capability its "boots to boardroom" approach - a comprehensive service model that helps organizations to accelerate the integration of sustainability into their strategy and operations. The Partnership This is a Senior Partner opportunity. Our partnership model is a significant differentiator for ERM in that it presents an almost unique opportunity for leading consultants in a truly global firm to own and contribute to the direction and success of the company. Our partnership model offers unparalleled opportunities for leaders with ambition, vision and proven expertise, providing meaningful equity ownership with significant financial and intangible rewards. We are the world's largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance. ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. Our diverse global team of experts works with the world's leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation. With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor. Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it). Our team members are passionate about client service. We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERM's purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action. Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a "boots to boardroom" leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world. We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists. We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth. At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet.
Dec 27, 2024
Full time
At ERM, we are committed to shaping a sustainable future with the world's leading organizations. Our Liability Portfolio Management & Remediation (LPMR) is one of the largest of ERM's ten major service lines, boasting a high-performing team of experts worldwide. We actively engage with clients to understand and respond to their specific and evolving needs to manage their environmental liabilities, through an end-to-end integration of site investigation, risk assessment, remediation, decommissioning, demolition and asset retirement processes. We develop bespoke solutions for the clients around key challenges such as options analysis and exit strategy, digital portfolio dashboarding, liability assessments, asset recycling, regulatory adaptation strategies, portfolio risk heat mapping for emerging risks such as PFAS, regulatory and stakeholder engagement, decarbonisation and more. ERM is now in pursuit of an accomplished leader, who not only assumes responsibility for the team's commercial success but also serves as a transformational figure. This individual will be tasked with inspiring and guiding this high-performing team through their next phase of growth, grounded in a client-centric and people-first philosophy. The position of Partner Lead for LPMR in Northern Europe is a pivotal role in ensuring that the Northern Europe business delivers a market-focused and people-focused growth strategy, ultimately achieving budget and profitability targets. Role Profile: Reporting to the Managing Partner for Northern Europe, the Partner Lead will have direct line management responsibility for a number of Partners as well as indirect management of a highly skilled and diverse delivery team of over 100. The teams you would be accountable for work across a wide range of market sectors (mining, energy, chemical, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, tech, finance) and technical areas (contaminated land management, M&A, water, digital solutions, safety, environmental impact assessment, project & program management, industrial permitting, mining resources, mine engineering, process & functional safety). As a key member of the leadership team of the Northern Europe Business Unit (NEBU), the largest and most diverse Business Unit in ERM globally, the Partner Lead will play a crucial role in shaping and executing targeted Business Unit objectives while fostering collaboration with ERM Global and EMEA strategies. This position will emphasise teamwork with the broader organisation, actively engaging with Service Line Leaders at regional and global levels to facilitate expansion of ERM's portfolio. Main Responsibilities: Lead a client and industry trends focused commercial strategy for LPMR in NEBU, developing and enhancing the service line's commercial strategy focusing on priority clients (ERM's Global Key Clients and High Growth / High Value Clients). Leading, managing and motivating experienced Partners and Consultants to deliver the commercial strategy continually seeking ways to develop and improve commercial performance by winning hearts and minds of the team. Developing and executing a clear delivery plan to ensure the commercial vision is achieved; Accountability for the Sales, Net Revenue and Multiplier generated by the team. Creating a collaborative culture internally, sharing best practice and ideas, constantly assessing opportunities for improvement and innovation. Drive client-centricity by energizing and inspiring the team to deliver innovation and service excellence to our clients. Maintaining and continually developing strong relationships with a range of clients, be able to create innovative solutions and oversee project delivery. Through the team, drive and develop thought leadership and marketing opportunities in NEBU to continue to build our client value proposition. Work collaboratively with our commercial account teams and industry leaders across EMEA, to develop market insight and influence priority clients by working directly with clients and ERM teams. Lead on Sustainability and H&S for the team and ensure compliance with our QEHS and governance requirements. About You: We are looking for a market-driven, client-focused individual with the skills to inspire a 100+ high-performing team to meet its potential and our strategic objectives. You will be an accomplished leader who will be able to demonstrate a progressive career within the consulting environment, having built a solid market reputation, recognized for your technical expertise. You will possess a deep knowledge of liability portfolio and remediation services, an understanding of the EMEA market, and additional attributes including: High performance in business development and delivery with a history of delivering multimillion-dollar sales results annually, including successfully winning large and strategic projects. Demonstrated success of positive commercial impact at regional levels. Excellent influential people leader. Effective at navigating through ambiguity and adjusting plans as needed. THE COMPANY Sustainability is our business. As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. ERM's diverse team of over 7,000 world-class experts in over 150 offices in 40 countries and territories combine strategic transformation and technical delivery to help clients operationalize sustainability at pace and scale. ERM calls this capability its "boots to boardroom" approach - a comprehensive service model that helps organizations to accelerate the integration of sustainability into their strategy and operations. The Partnership This is a Senior Partner opportunity. Our partnership model is a significant differentiator for ERM in that it presents an almost unique opportunity for leading consultants in a truly global firm to own and contribute to the direction and success of the company. Our partnership model offers unparalleled opportunities for leaders with ambition, vision and proven expertise, providing meaningful equity ownership with significant financial and intangible rewards. We are the world's largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance. ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. Our diverse global team of experts works with the world's leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation. With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor. Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it). Our team members are passionate about client service. We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERM's purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action. Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a "boots to boardroom" leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world. We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists. We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth. At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet.
Continuous Improvement Lead Newport Up to £45,000 An exciting opportunity for a passionate and motivated Continuous Improvement Lead to join a globally recognised leader in the manufacturing of railway vehicles and equipment. The Opportunity: This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with a strong focus on sustainable and innovative transport solutions, at the forefront of transforming passenger and freight rail systems worldwide. The successful candidate will act as a key participant in part of the companies preparation for a major project starting in 2026. We are recruiting for a Continuous Improvement Lead to play a crucial role in driving operational excellence and promoting a continuous improvement culture within the companies UK production factory. This position will provide you with the chance to shape new processes, working alongside a multicultural team eager to develop and grow their skills. The successful candidate will play a key role in analysing, maintaining, and enhancing organisational performance. This is a critical position within the company, as you will be defining, implementing, and driving initiatives aimed at improving efficiency and processes. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to lead and shape new processes within the team in preparation for a major upcoming project pushing sustainable mobility in passenger transport. Key Responsibilities: Lead the implementation and execution of lean and continuous improvement methodologies within the team. Act as the TIER Accountability Leader, driving continuous improvement processes. Implement Kaizen projects, including Model Line, using Lean tools and track associated gains. Proactively identify and solve problems, continuously improving operational processes. Deploy Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and Root Cause Analysis to drive process optimization. Lead cross-departmental collaboration to solve complex problems and achieve operational goals. Train and guide teams to embed a continuous improvement mindset throughout the organisation. Working Practices: Working On-site in Newport Monday-Friday 7am-4pm working hours with a 1pm finish on a Friday Salary: Up to £45,000 dependent on experience Candidate Essentials: Proven experience in a continuous improvement role, with a track record of driving process improvements (Essential) A passion for process optimisation and continuous improvement (Essential) Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams (Essential) Ability to think critically and problem-solve effectively (Essential) Six Sigma qualifications (Desirable) Mechanical/Electrical knowledge (Desirable) Qualifications: Degree in Engineering (Essential) Closing Date: 7th January 2025 How the apply for the Continuous Improvement Lead role If you are interested in the Senior Service Lead role, then please apply via this job board. For more information, please get in touch with the Consultant listed on this page. Likely Job Titles: Process Improvement Engineer, Lean Engineer, Lean Manufacturing Engineer, Operational Excellence Engineer, Quality Improvement Engineer, Continuous Improvement Manager, and Production Improvement Engineer About Ford & Stanley group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley Talent Wise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.
Dec 23, 2024
Full time
Continuous Improvement Lead Newport Up to £45,000 An exciting opportunity for a passionate and motivated Continuous Improvement Lead to join a globally recognised leader in the manufacturing of railway vehicles and equipment. The Opportunity: This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with a strong focus on sustainable and innovative transport solutions, at the forefront of transforming passenger and freight rail systems worldwide. The successful candidate will act as a key participant in part of the companies preparation for a major project starting in 2026. We are recruiting for a Continuous Improvement Lead to play a crucial role in driving operational excellence and promoting a continuous improvement culture within the companies UK production factory. This position will provide you with the chance to shape new processes, working alongside a multicultural team eager to develop and grow their skills. The successful candidate will play a key role in analysing, maintaining, and enhancing organisational performance. This is a critical position within the company, as you will be defining, implementing, and driving initiatives aimed at improving efficiency and processes. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to lead and shape new processes within the team in preparation for a major upcoming project pushing sustainable mobility in passenger transport. Key Responsibilities: Lead the implementation and execution of lean and continuous improvement methodologies within the team. Act as the TIER Accountability Leader, driving continuous improvement processes. Implement Kaizen projects, including Model Line, using Lean tools and track associated gains. Proactively identify and solve problems, continuously improving operational processes. Deploy Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and Root Cause Analysis to drive process optimization. Lead cross-departmental collaboration to solve complex problems and achieve operational goals. Train and guide teams to embed a continuous improvement mindset throughout the organisation. Working Practices: Working On-site in Newport Monday-Friday 7am-4pm working hours with a 1pm finish on a Friday Salary: Up to £45,000 dependent on experience Candidate Essentials: Proven experience in a continuous improvement role, with a track record of driving process improvements (Essential) A passion for process optimisation and continuous improvement (Essential) Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams (Essential) Ability to think critically and problem-solve effectively (Essential) Six Sigma qualifications (Desirable) Mechanical/Electrical knowledge (Desirable) Qualifications: Degree in Engineering (Essential) Closing Date: 7th January 2025 How the apply for the Continuous Improvement Lead role If you are interested in the Senior Service Lead role, then please apply via this job board. For more information, please get in touch with the Consultant listed on this page. Likely Job Titles: Process Improvement Engineer, Lean Engineer, Lean Manufacturing Engineer, Operational Excellence Engineer, Quality Improvement Engineer, Continuous Improvement Manager, and Production Improvement Engineer About Ford & Stanley group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley Talent Wise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.
Associate Director of Finance & Operations Job title: Associate Director of Finance & Operations Purpose: Provide leadership to ensure the efficient and effective management of operations, people, finance, security, and compliance, ensuring excellence across these areas. Responsible to: CEO Responsible for: HR Business Partner, Operations Officer, Finance Officer (Part-time), Finance Lead (Part-time) Working with: Senior management team, programmes team, colleagues in other departments and stakeholders as necessary. Grade and Salary: GBP 65000 Location: London, UK (Hybrid with at least 2 days in the London office) Post: Full-time Period: Permanent REDR UK AND THE WORK WE DO RedR UK is an international NGO and learning provider that develops capacity and supports aid workers, organisations, and communities to prepare for and respond effectively to crises within humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding contexts. Our work builds resilience, primarily in low and lower middle-income countries worldwide. We have 40 years' experience responding to natural and manmade disasters. We are an HPass Certified Learning Provider, meaning we meet the Humanitarian Learning Standards. RedR UK is committed to the Humanitarian Charter, the Code of Conduct for the International Red Cross & Red Crescent Movement and NGOs in Disaster Relief and the Core Humanitarian Standard. RedR UK has offices in London and Amman and maintains a large pool of highly qualified trainers and experts who go through a rigorous certification and selection process. RedR UK is committed to a strong, positive culture, with benefits for staff and those with whom we work. Our culture is also important to us in terms of our ethic of humanitarian impartiality and neutrality and our compliance with the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS) and other professional codes of conduct. Our values are vitally important to us as individuals, teams and to RedR UK as a whole. We are committed to a continuous process of strengthening our culture, maintaining the high standards required to work together effectively, and delivering first class advice and service to those with whom we work. ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Associate Director to join RedR and its Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to oversee the efficient and effective functioning of our organisation's key operational areas, including Operations, People management, Finance, Security and Compliance. The Associate Director will play a pivotal role as part of the SLT in ensuring the smooth implementation of our humanitarian programmes while upholding the highest standards of excellence, accountability, integrity, collaboration and lifelong learning. You will have a deep understanding of how to deliver programmes in a humanitarian context in a safe, secure and compliant manner. You will enhance delivery through standard operating procedures across the organisation and lead by doing. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Management You will lead a finance team of 2 (both part-time), responsible for excellent financial management, controls, reporting, budgeting, and auditing (both internal and external) including: Maintaining up-to-date financial records, including processing invoices, payments, and managing accounts payable and receivable. Month-end and year-end closing procedures. Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, managing cashflow. Oversee payroll processing and reimbursement procedures. Analysis of financial data and preparation of reports for leadership review. Set standards for programme staff on financial budgeting and reporting Stay informed about changes in accounting regulations and best practices. Lead the improvement of finance and accounting processes and systems. Prepare consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with Charity SORP FRS 102. Lead on external audits to ensure that all external audit requirements are met in the UK and Jordan and associated statutory reporting (e.g. to HMRC). Lead on regular internal audits and apply learnings in improving systems. Lead on fraud and corruption prevention and response, and cyber security. Work with SLT and business teams to prepare UK and overseas regulatory annual reporting. Actively engage in the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee meetings, leading on behalf of the SLT. Operational Delivery You will systematically enhance, streamline and optimise operational processes and systems to enhance delivery and security of people. You will lead on efficiency, quality, and scalability while availing technological advancement. This includes systems, IT, CRM, facilities and vendor management. You will be supported by an operations officer to deliver this role: Provide administrative support to the Operations, IT functions of the organisation. Leading process improvement and renewals (e.g. insurance) across Operations, (e.g. IT, security). Enhancing adherence to organisational systems, e.g. Office 365, Sharepoint, Salesforce, ensuring the organisation becomes more efficient and effective in how it works. Lead any country registration, reporting, resourcing requirements, ensuring compliance and adherence to RedR policies. Lead on policy review, updates and roll out. Maintain RedR's risk register and ensure its regular review throughout the organisation. Leading a robust approach to data security. Ensure the delivery of best practice security management through risk management, situational analysis, assessment, plan implementation, monitoring and evaluation, continuity and crisis planning and leadership. Lead the delivery of security management standard operating practice, protocols and procedures to support programmes and staff in the field. Actively engage in the Senior Leadership Team. Lead the preparation of monthly All Hands and Quarterly Team Meetings; and preparation for Board meetings. People & Culture: You will lead the People & Culture function at RedR and be supported in that coordination by a HR business partner. Implement HR policies and procedures to support a diverse workforce including employees, consultants and Associate trainers and members. Supporting a positive and healthy working culture across the organisation. Enshrine best practice people processes including in recruitment, onboarding, professional development and performance management. Manage any organisational change management processes and ensure that RedR UK's culture and values are embedded across the organisation. Analyse resource requirements and utilisation across programmes, providing insights and recommendations; collaborate with programmes to develop strategies for optimising resource allocation and utilisation. Establish mechanisms for ongoing monitoring of resource allocation and utilisation across programmes. Foster collaboration across teams for effectiveness and efficiency, to avoid duplication, achieve a consistent approach and to improve quality. RedR UK Leadership: Provide direction and leadership to the organisation's finance, operational and people functions, aligning them with the overall mission and objectives. Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team in delivering RedR UK's 2025-27 strategy. Lead on change management and strategic initiatives for RedR. Manage a process of regular and effective communication and reporting across RedR, where lessons are learned, analysed, and applied. Work with other RedR organisations to develop the RedR family as a global brand, investigating synergies and economies of scale between the organisations. Foster a positive and resilient team culture that embraces and adapts to change, promoting innovation and continuous improvement. Key competencies Achieving Results: Operationalises strategy decisions to make significant gains. Leads major initiatives to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and ensure best practice. Drives the adoption of best practices, constantly seeking ways to improve operational excellence. Considers wider implications of decisions to ensure comprehensive results. Engaging with Stakeholders: Cultivates strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, to achieve shared goals and foster a culture of cooperation. Manages stakeholder expectations effectively, resolving conflicts and building consensus around operational changes. Senior representation of the organisation with stakeholders. Humanitarian Learning Principles and Practices: Advocates for the importance of key humanitarian principles within the organisation and among stakeholders. Promotes a culture of continuous learning and adaptation within the organisation. Promotes a culture of well-being and duty of care. Managing Projects: Thinks ahead to long-term goals while maintaining focus on present tasks. Leads the planning, analyses, implementation, and evaluation of projects and initiatives. . click apply for full job details
Dec 23, 2024
Full time
Associate Director of Finance & Operations Job title: Associate Director of Finance & Operations Purpose: Provide leadership to ensure the efficient and effective management of operations, people, finance, security, and compliance, ensuring excellence across these areas. Responsible to: CEO Responsible for: HR Business Partner, Operations Officer, Finance Officer (Part-time), Finance Lead (Part-time) Working with: Senior management team, programmes team, colleagues in other departments and stakeholders as necessary. Grade and Salary: GBP 65000 Location: London, UK (Hybrid with at least 2 days in the London office) Post: Full-time Period: Permanent REDR UK AND THE WORK WE DO RedR UK is an international NGO and learning provider that develops capacity and supports aid workers, organisations, and communities to prepare for and respond effectively to crises within humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding contexts. Our work builds resilience, primarily in low and lower middle-income countries worldwide. We have 40 years' experience responding to natural and manmade disasters. We are an HPass Certified Learning Provider, meaning we meet the Humanitarian Learning Standards. RedR UK is committed to the Humanitarian Charter, the Code of Conduct for the International Red Cross & Red Crescent Movement and NGOs in Disaster Relief and the Core Humanitarian Standard. RedR UK has offices in London and Amman and maintains a large pool of highly qualified trainers and experts who go through a rigorous certification and selection process. RedR UK is committed to a strong, positive culture, with benefits for staff and those with whom we work. Our culture is also important to us in terms of our ethic of humanitarian impartiality and neutrality and our compliance with the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS) and other professional codes of conduct. Our values are vitally important to us as individuals, teams and to RedR UK as a whole. We are committed to a continuous process of strengthening our culture, maintaining the high standards required to work together effectively, and delivering first class advice and service to those with whom we work. ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Associate Director to join RedR and its Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to oversee the efficient and effective functioning of our organisation's key operational areas, including Operations, People management, Finance, Security and Compliance. The Associate Director will play a pivotal role as part of the SLT in ensuring the smooth implementation of our humanitarian programmes while upholding the highest standards of excellence, accountability, integrity, collaboration and lifelong learning. You will have a deep understanding of how to deliver programmes in a humanitarian context in a safe, secure and compliant manner. You will enhance delivery through standard operating procedures across the organisation and lead by doing. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Management You will lead a finance team of 2 (both part-time), responsible for excellent financial management, controls, reporting, budgeting, and auditing (both internal and external) including: Maintaining up-to-date financial records, including processing invoices, payments, and managing accounts payable and receivable. Month-end and year-end closing procedures. Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, managing cashflow. Oversee payroll processing and reimbursement procedures. Analysis of financial data and preparation of reports for leadership review. Set standards for programme staff on financial budgeting and reporting Stay informed about changes in accounting regulations and best practices. Lead the improvement of finance and accounting processes and systems. Prepare consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with Charity SORP FRS 102. Lead on external audits to ensure that all external audit requirements are met in the UK and Jordan and associated statutory reporting (e.g. to HMRC). Lead on regular internal audits and apply learnings in improving systems. Lead on fraud and corruption prevention and response, and cyber security. Work with SLT and business teams to prepare UK and overseas regulatory annual reporting. Actively engage in the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee meetings, leading on behalf of the SLT. Operational Delivery You will systematically enhance, streamline and optimise operational processes and systems to enhance delivery and security of people. You will lead on efficiency, quality, and scalability while availing technological advancement. This includes systems, IT, CRM, facilities and vendor management. You will be supported by an operations officer to deliver this role: Provide administrative support to the Operations, IT functions of the organisation. Leading process improvement and renewals (e.g. insurance) across Operations, (e.g. IT, security). Enhancing adherence to organisational systems, e.g. Office 365, Sharepoint, Salesforce, ensuring the organisation becomes more efficient and effective in how it works. Lead any country registration, reporting, resourcing requirements, ensuring compliance and adherence to RedR policies. Lead on policy review, updates and roll out. Maintain RedR's risk register and ensure its regular review throughout the organisation. Leading a robust approach to data security. Ensure the delivery of best practice security management through risk management, situational analysis, assessment, plan implementation, monitoring and evaluation, continuity and crisis planning and leadership. Lead the delivery of security management standard operating practice, protocols and procedures to support programmes and staff in the field. Actively engage in the Senior Leadership Team. Lead the preparation of monthly All Hands and Quarterly Team Meetings; and preparation for Board meetings. People & Culture: You will lead the People & Culture function at RedR and be supported in that coordination by a HR business partner. Implement HR policies and procedures to support a diverse workforce including employees, consultants and Associate trainers and members. Supporting a positive and healthy working culture across the organisation. Enshrine best practice people processes including in recruitment, onboarding, professional development and performance management. Manage any organisational change management processes and ensure that RedR UK's culture and values are embedded across the organisation. Analyse resource requirements and utilisation across programmes, providing insights and recommendations; collaborate with programmes to develop strategies for optimising resource allocation and utilisation. Establish mechanisms for ongoing monitoring of resource allocation and utilisation across programmes. Foster collaboration across teams for effectiveness and efficiency, to avoid duplication, achieve a consistent approach and to improve quality. RedR UK Leadership: Provide direction and leadership to the organisation's finance, operational and people functions, aligning them with the overall mission and objectives. Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team in delivering RedR UK's 2025-27 strategy. Lead on change management and strategic initiatives for RedR. Manage a process of regular and effective communication and reporting across RedR, where lessons are learned, analysed, and applied. Work with other RedR organisations to develop the RedR family as a global brand, investigating synergies and economies of scale between the organisations. Foster a positive and resilient team culture that embraces and adapts to change, promoting innovation and continuous improvement. Key competencies Achieving Results: Operationalises strategy decisions to make significant gains. Leads major initiatives to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and ensure best practice. Drives the adoption of best practices, constantly seeking ways to improve operational excellence. Considers wider implications of decisions to ensure comprehensive results. Engaging with Stakeholders: Cultivates strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, to achieve shared goals and foster a culture of cooperation. Manages stakeholder expectations effectively, resolving conflicts and building consensus around operational changes. Senior representation of the organisation with stakeholders. Humanitarian Learning Principles and Practices: Advocates for the importance of key humanitarian principles within the organisation and among stakeholders. Promotes a culture of continuous learning and adaptation within the organisation. Promotes a culture of well-being and duty of care. Managing Projects: Thinks ahead to long-term goals while maintaining focus on present tasks. Leads the planning, analyses, implementation, and evaluation of projects and initiatives. . click apply for full job details
HR Administrator Skipton Salary: £22k FTE + Benefits 25 hours per week over 5 days Purpose of role: Provide effective HR administration across both Companies Health Innovations and Vitrition, Supporting all staff with the full employee life cycle from recruitment and onboarding to the leaver process and everything in between. Working underneath a Senior HR Consultant to help deliver the People Strategy across both companies. Responsibilities Update policies and procedures when necessary Deal with first line queries from management and staff Processing leavers Administration of the holiday software system, Action Time Connected. Administration of letters for disciplinary, grievance and performance matters. Take notes when needed. Complete necessary administration for payroll. Administration to support the reward strategy implementation Administration to support the wellbeing strategy implementation Support with the writing of, and sending out of the employee satisfaction survey Work closely with H&S Coordinator, coordinating training, occupational health Post job adverts and manage applications and coordinate interviews where needed Coordinate the appointment process for successful applicants Support managers to manage a probation plan for each new employee Create and implement an induction for all employees Administration of offer letters Administration of contracts to new employees Ensure handbook is up to date and access to all staff Issue contract change letters Provide reports on HR metrics when required Update HR records when required Support with the pulling together of quarterly newsletter Maintain electronic (and paper files) Provision of information to support with Ethical audits Travel to the Liversedge site on an adhoc basis Requirements: Minimum of 3 years in a similar role Experience in a SME environment CIPD Level 3 desirable Valid UK Licence Travel to the Liversedge site on an adhoc basis Core Values - Commitment - Show commitment and pride in doing a good job. Encourage motivation and a positive professional attitude. Focussed approach to meet our aspirations for the team and business - Teamwork - Be prepared to go the extra miles. Respect our environment and each other. Be reliable, honesty and trustworthy. Have fun, be social and celebrate success. Be understanding and encouraging - Communication - Communicate in the best personal way. Be open and approachable and listen. Share and involve where appropriate - Development - Coach, train and mentor colleagues. Create a learning environment - Responsibility and Accountability - Encourage positive feedback and challenge. Be organised, proactive and show initiative. Give praise when due.Take ownership, responsibility and be accountable Benefits: - 23 days holiday + All England Public Holidays. - Subsided health plans - Training and development opportunities - Early Friday finish - Referral Scheme - Employee of Month Scheme
Dec 19, 2024
Full time
HR Administrator Skipton Salary: £22k FTE + Benefits 25 hours per week over 5 days Purpose of role: Provide effective HR administration across both Companies Health Innovations and Vitrition, Supporting all staff with the full employee life cycle from recruitment and onboarding to the leaver process and everything in between. Working underneath a Senior HR Consultant to help deliver the People Strategy across both companies. Responsibilities Update policies and procedures when necessary Deal with first line queries from management and staff Processing leavers Administration of the holiday software system, Action Time Connected. Administration of letters for disciplinary, grievance and performance matters. Take notes when needed. Complete necessary administration for payroll. Administration to support the reward strategy implementation Administration to support the wellbeing strategy implementation Support with the writing of, and sending out of the employee satisfaction survey Work closely with H&S Coordinator, coordinating training, occupational health Post job adverts and manage applications and coordinate interviews where needed Coordinate the appointment process for successful applicants Support managers to manage a probation plan for each new employee Create and implement an induction for all employees Administration of offer letters Administration of contracts to new employees Ensure handbook is up to date and access to all staff Issue contract change letters Provide reports on HR metrics when required Update HR records when required Support with the pulling together of quarterly newsletter Maintain electronic (and paper files) Provision of information to support with Ethical audits Travel to the Liversedge site on an adhoc basis Requirements: Minimum of 3 years in a similar role Experience in a SME environment CIPD Level 3 desirable Valid UK Licence Travel to the Liversedge site on an adhoc basis Core Values - Commitment - Show commitment and pride in doing a good job. Encourage motivation and a positive professional attitude. Focussed approach to meet our aspirations for the team and business - Teamwork - Be prepared to go the extra miles. Respect our environment and each other. Be reliable, honesty and trustworthy. Have fun, be social and celebrate success. Be understanding and encouraging - Communication - Communicate in the best personal way. Be open and approachable and listen. Share and involve where appropriate - Development - Coach, train and mentor colleagues. Create a learning environment - Responsibility and Accountability - Encourage positive feedback and challenge. Be organised, proactive and show initiative. Give praise when due.Take ownership, responsibility and be accountable Benefits: - 23 days holiday + All England Public Holidays. - Subsided health plans - Training and development opportunities - Early Friday finish - Referral Scheme - Employee of Month Scheme
Job Title: Senior International Programme Manager Responsible to: Head of the Political Advisers Unit Salary: £42,565 Tenure: Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week, full-time Location: Westminster, London (with some international travel and scope for some remote working) Job Description As part of the Liberal Democrat Parliamentary team and liaising closely with the secretariat of the WFD (Westminster Foundation for Democracy) you will work to plan, implement and oversee the Liberal Democrat WFD-funded programmes. You will work closely with the international affairs team in both Houses of Parliament, as well as other senior representatives and committees within the wider Party. You will work in close coordination with WFD Headquarters. The Senior Programme Manager has overall responsibility for strategic planning and programme functions, including managing capacity and resources to deliver the best possible impact, problem solving, leading the monitoring and evaluation of programmes, and ensuring compliance and sound corporate governance. The role maintains a wide range of important working relationships including with Liberal Democrat sister-parties and other partners, WFD's senior management, the Board of Governors, Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and British Embassy representatives in programme countries and peer development agencies from other countries. Key Responsibilities Strategy and Programme Design Developing and implementing the future strategy for Liberal Democrat approach to WFD funding for the duration of this parliament, working closely with key stakeholders. Providing effective liaison and communication with the Party's Federal International Relations Committee, Party leadership, international affairs team, parliamentary parties in both Houses of Parliament as well as the wider party. Ensuring that the WFD programmes are in tune with the Party's approach and strategy to foreign affairs, as well as aligned to WFD's programming methodologies and the agreed Results Framework with FCDO for areas of priority and impact. Undertaking political economy analysis and problem identification for programme design with the ability to understand complex political environments substantially different from the UK. Policy and programme management Managing the Liberal Democrat Westminster Foundation for Democracy funded programmes. Oversee all aspects of the full programme cycle (design, mobilisation, implementation, including evaluation , and transition/closure), working with WFD's teams and external partners to ensure effective programme implementation. Plan work, manage budgets and projects and establish deadlines to ensure effective programme management. Identify, document and construct mitigation strategies for programme risks Produce and/or contribute to necessary internal and external accountability and progress reports such as quarterly reporting, annual/final reports and programme evaluations. Resource Management Ensuring appropriate technical resources are available for programme delivery, including identifying experts, consultants and facilitators as necessary. Provide effective financial management and ensure financial risks are well understood and effectively managed. This includes preparing annual budgets and monthly consolidated forecasts with the WFD Business Central finance system. Managing a small team providing the administration of these programmes Leadership and Engagement Identify and develop relationships with key individuals, institutions and networks in the countries where Liberal Democrat WFD programmes operate. Manage and maintain relationships with sister parties and other existing partners and peer organisations/networks; coordinate approaches and share lessons with other agencies, as appropriate. Establish and maintain key relationships with donors and sponsors including FCDO in the UK and posts overseas at the appropriate level. Represent the Liberal Democrats in internal and external forums. Work in partnership with other political party offices implementing WFD programming for shared learning and the design and implementation of an annual cross-party project. Participate in opportunities to inform WFD's future direction and leadership by actively engaging in consultation processes, providing feedback, attending all staff meetings, and identifying and promoting opportunities for change and continuous improvement. Person Specification We are looking for an experienced candidate with an understanding of development assistance who has knowledge of running international programmes and should be familiar with working in a political environment. With a global remit, the Senior Programme Manager is required to deliver demonstrable results within a variety of complex political environments. The successful candidate will demonstrate an understanding of the priorities of the Liberal Democrats and will be comfortable working with senior political figures. They will be able to work to tight timescales and will have the confidence to make political judgements. They will be able to take the initiative and be able to prioritise a demanding workload. The successful candidate will feel comfortable occasionally representing the Party at an international level. The role will primarily be based in London but will involve some international travel and it will be possible for some flexible and remote working. About WFD Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) is the UK public body dedicated to supporting democracy around the world. WFD's established purpose is to assist, support and encourage the peaceable establishment and development of pluralistic democratic practice and political institutions. WFD offers: High quality and impactful programmes that directly support institutions in political systems to develop inclusive political processes, more accountable political systems, protection of rights and freedoms, and more pluralistic societies; Specialist analysis, research, and advice to inform policy makers on a range of democratic governance issues; and International election observations on behalf of the UK. Essential Skills and Experience The candidate will be able to show knowledge and experience that demonstrate: Understanding of international development assistance. Background in project and programme design, implementation, and management. Knowledge of the Liberal Democrats. Experience of working in an international environment an understanding of foreign affairs. The ability to manage, brief and coordinate senior politicians. Experience of running development programmes and managing budgets Experience managing resources, delivering value for money, and achieving agreed objectives. Experience in proposal development, contracting, procurement, grant management, donor compliance, financial scrutiny, and reporting. Experience using programme management systems and tools. Intermediate level Microsoft suite skills. Donor or partner engagement experience Line management experience and skills. Experience of managing complex communications structures A clear commitment to the ideals and values of the Liberal Democrats Desirable Skills and Experience Experience of training, giving presentations and public speaking Experience of working on women's political leadership programmes or research Knowledge of Liberal Democrat sister parties
Dec 19, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Senior International Programme Manager Responsible to: Head of the Political Advisers Unit Salary: £42,565 Tenure: Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week, full-time Location: Westminster, London (with some international travel and scope for some remote working) Job Description As part of the Liberal Democrat Parliamentary team and liaising closely with the secretariat of the WFD (Westminster Foundation for Democracy) you will work to plan, implement and oversee the Liberal Democrat WFD-funded programmes. You will work closely with the international affairs team in both Houses of Parliament, as well as other senior representatives and committees within the wider Party. You will work in close coordination with WFD Headquarters. The Senior Programme Manager has overall responsibility for strategic planning and programme functions, including managing capacity and resources to deliver the best possible impact, problem solving, leading the monitoring and evaluation of programmes, and ensuring compliance and sound corporate governance. The role maintains a wide range of important working relationships including with Liberal Democrat sister-parties and other partners, WFD's senior management, the Board of Governors, Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and British Embassy representatives in programme countries and peer development agencies from other countries. Key Responsibilities Strategy and Programme Design Developing and implementing the future strategy for Liberal Democrat approach to WFD funding for the duration of this parliament, working closely with key stakeholders. Providing effective liaison and communication with the Party's Federal International Relations Committee, Party leadership, international affairs team, parliamentary parties in both Houses of Parliament as well as the wider party. Ensuring that the WFD programmes are in tune with the Party's approach and strategy to foreign affairs, as well as aligned to WFD's programming methodologies and the agreed Results Framework with FCDO for areas of priority and impact. Undertaking political economy analysis and problem identification for programme design with the ability to understand complex political environments substantially different from the UK. Policy and programme management Managing the Liberal Democrat Westminster Foundation for Democracy funded programmes. Oversee all aspects of the full programme cycle (design, mobilisation, implementation, including evaluation , and transition/closure), working with WFD's teams and external partners to ensure effective programme implementation. Plan work, manage budgets and projects and establish deadlines to ensure effective programme management. Identify, document and construct mitigation strategies for programme risks Produce and/or contribute to necessary internal and external accountability and progress reports such as quarterly reporting, annual/final reports and programme evaluations. Resource Management Ensuring appropriate technical resources are available for programme delivery, including identifying experts, consultants and facilitators as necessary. Provide effective financial management and ensure financial risks are well understood and effectively managed. This includes preparing annual budgets and monthly consolidated forecasts with the WFD Business Central finance system. Managing a small team providing the administration of these programmes Leadership and Engagement Identify and develop relationships with key individuals, institutions and networks in the countries where Liberal Democrat WFD programmes operate. Manage and maintain relationships with sister parties and other existing partners and peer organisations/networks; coordinate approaches and share lessons with other agencies, as appropriate. Establish and maintain key relationships with donors and sponsors including FCDO in the UK and posts overseas at the appropriate level. Represent the Liberal Democrats in internal and external forums. Work in partnership with other political party offices implementing WFD programming for shared learning and the design and implementation of an annual cross-party project. Participate in opportunities to inform WFD's future direction and leadership by actively engaging in consultation processes, providing feedback, attending all staff meetings, and identifying and promoting opportunities for change and continuous improvement. Person Specification We are looking for an experienced candidate with an understanding of development assistance who has knowledge of running international programmes and should be familiar with working in a political environment. With a global remit, the Senior Programme Manager is required to deliver demonstrable results within a variety of complex political environments. The successful candidate will demonstrate an understanding of the priorities of the Liberal Democrats and will be comfortable working with senior political figures. They will be able to work to tight timescales and will have the confidence to make political judgements. They will be able to take the initiative and be able to prioritise a demanding workload. The successful candidate will feel comfortable occasionally representing the Party at an international level. The role will primarily be based in London but will involve some international travel and it will be possible for some flexible and remote working. About WFD Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) is the UK public body dedicated to supporting democracy around the world. WFD's established purpose is to assist, support and encourage the peaceable establishment and development of pluralistic democratic practice and political institutions. WFD offers: High quality and impactful programmes that directly support institutions in political systems to develop inclusive political processes, more accountable political systems, protection of rights and freedoms, and more pluralistic societies; Specialist analysis, research, and advice to inform policy makers on a range of democratic governance issues; and International election observations on behalf of the UK. Essential Skills and Experience The candidate will be able to show knowledge and experience that demonstrate: Understanding of international development assistance. Background in project and programme design, implementation, and management. Knowledge of the Liberal Democrats. Experience of working in an international environment an understanding of foreign affairs. The ability to manage, brief and coordinate senior politicians. Experience of running development programmes and managing budgets Experience managing resources, delivering value for money, and achieving agreed objectives. Experience in proposal development, contracting, procurement, grant management, donor compliance, financial scrutiny, and reporting. Experience using programme management systems and tools. Intermediate level Microsoft suite skills. Donor or partner engagement experience Line management experience and skills. Experience of managing complex communications structures A clear commitment to the ideals and values of the Liberal Democrats Desirable Skills and Experience Experience of training, giving presentations and public speaking Experience of working on women's political leadership programmes or research Knowledge of Liberal Democrat sister parties
This is an exciting opportunity for a Development Manager Energy & Infrastructure Offshore Development. Client Details You'll be surrounded by dedicated and talented individuals who are passionate about what they do, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop. You'll be working alongside like-minded, trusting and collegiate people who are working towards achieving the shared goal of making Scotland a better place. Description The post holder will be responsible for managing early development phase property rights, sectoral enabling activities and projects, and a wide range of stakeholders to successfully develop their lead sectors including Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), pipelines and other gas storage such as hydrogen. With an emphasis on CCS from the outset, the role includes management of relationships with developers and other relevant partners, development and negotiation of property agreements, assessing new applications for property rights in the lead sectors, and managing various aspects of leasing on and beneath the seabed around Scotland. The successful candidate for this role within the organisation will be responsible for: Seabed agreements and tenants Managing, leading, coordinating or supporting development activities including leasing, implementation of new agreements, and of existing early-phase seabed agreements such as Option Agreements. Building and maintaining strong tenant relationships to ensure tenants have trust and confidence Industry knowledge Establishing and maintaining a deep understanding of key aspects of the sectors such as policy, regulation, technical and commercial, with an emphasis on carbon dioxide storage (CCS). Developing and maintaining a view of industry positions and potential future growth opportunities and risks, with a focus on commercial and regulatory drivers to shape strategy for the sectors and to inform future business planning. Proactively managing and representing involvement in relevant groups and forums (including initiating/leading these as required) to maximise our contributions to, and understanding of, sector market's development and maturity, such as consenting, policy and practical delivery challenges. Engagement and sector enabling Leading all stakeholder engagement, communication and joint working for their lead sectors, proactively managing to maximise efficiency and impact. Undertaking industry stakeholder engagement and relationship building to maintain a view of market conditions, and as a platform for influencing and shaping the business environment Coordinating with industry to identify and deliver studies to promote understanding and solutions for issues facing offshore interests. Defining and managing the implementation of sector enabling projects in accordance with project management best practice and internal governance. General Managing internal and/ or external support resources such as solicitors, consultants and managing agents as required to contribute to meeting business plan targets, and/or improve commercial and legal development management performance. Managing, monitoring and reporting against budgets and organisational indicators. Supporting the wider Energy & Infrastructure team where required. Profile The ideal candidate will have the following qualities, which are key to success in this role: Motivated by creating long lasting value with the energy and drive to move sometimes complex, nuanced and/ or challenging activities forwards, alongside willingness to get involved in the detail. Great communication skills, with the ability to write succinct papers and to present complex technical information to a range of audiences and to distinguish what really matters from what doesn't. Strong leadership, clarity of purpose, and self-management skills, taking a proactive approach to dealing with issues, actively managing workloads to meet challenging deadlines/goals. Attention to detail and follow through to task completion. Excellent team-working skills, with aptitude for both team-based and autonomous delivery in a matrix organisational structure. Accomplished in typical office IT systems. They will also meet the following criteria: Essential Educated to undergraduate degree level or have equivalent experience in business, science, engineering, policy, surveying, law or related subject. Knowledge of relevant offshore sector(s) such as CCS, gas storage or wider offshore infrastructure and associated practices. An experienced project manager with appropriate knowledge and experience of leading projects through to completion. Understands demand drivers and markets or end uses relevant to your lead sectors, with transferable skills in relevant areas such as technology or consenting, and with a general understanding of other offshore sectors. Experienced in coastal/marine resource and/or asset management and development, with regulatory and commercial aspect to responsibilities. Have experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team with accountability for budgets and achieving performance targets including new business development within deadlines. Desirable Have knowledge of relevant offshore regulation and policy. Have an existing network of industry and public sector relationships, with a track record of building trust in internal and external relationships and work with industry, government and other stakeholders. Have expert involvement, operational and commercial management of the consenting or offshore contracts or projects. Be an expert commercial negotiator with experience of million contracts. Job Offer A starting Salary of 59,003 Civil Service Pension Contribution 25 day's annual leave, plus 11.5 of public/ privilege days. Flexible working and Supported learning and development
Dec 17, 2024
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity for a Development Manager Energy & Infrastructure Offshore Development. Client Details You'll be surrounded by dedicated and talented individuals who are passionate about what they do, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop. You'll be working alongside like-minded, trusting and collegiate people who are working towards achieving the shared goal of making Scotland a better place. Description The post holder will be responsible for managing early development phase property rights, sectoral enabling activities and projects, and a wide range of stakeholders to successfully develop their lead sectors including Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), pipelines and other gas storage such as hydrogen. With an emphasis on CCS from the outset, the role includes management of relationships with developers and other relevant partners, development and negotiation of property agreements, assessing new applications for property rights in the lead sectors, and managing various aspects of leasing on and beneath the seabed around Scotland. The successful candidate for this role within the organisation will be responsible for: Seabed agreements and tenants Managing, leading, coordinating or supporting development activities including leasing, implementation of new agreements, and of existing early-phase seabed agreements such as Option Agreements. Building and maintaining strong tenant relationships to ensure tenants have trust and confidence Industry knowledge Establishing and maintaining a deep understanding of key aspects of the sectors such as policy, regulation, technical and commercial, with an emphasis on carbon dioxide storage (CCS). Developing and maintaining a view of industry positions and potential future growth opportunities and risks, with a focus on commercial and regulatory drivers to shape strategy for the sectors and to inform future business planning. Proactively managing and representing involvement in relevant groups and forums (including initiating/leading these as required) to maximise our contributions to, and understanding of, sector market's development and maturity, such as consenting, policy and practical delivery challenges. Engagement and sector enabling Leading all stakeholder engagement, communication and joint working for their lead sectors, proactively managing to maximise efficiency and impact. Undertaking industry stakeholder engagement and relationship building to maintain a view of market conditions, and as a platform for influencing and shaping the business environment Coordinating with industry to identify and deliver studies to promote understanding and solutions for issues facing offshore interests. Defining and managing the implementation of sector enabling projects in accordance with project management best practice and internal governance. General Managing internal and/ or external support resources such as solicitors, consultants and managing agents as required to contribute to meeting business plan targets, and/or improve commercial and legal development management performance. Managing, monitoring and reporting against budgets and organisational indicators. Supporting the wider Energy & Infrastructure team where required. Profile The ideal candidate will have the following qualities, which are key to success in this role: Motivated by creating long lasting value with the energy and drive to move sometimes complex, nuanced and/ or challenging activities forwards, alongside willingness to get involved in the detail. Great communication skills, with the ability to write succinct papers and to present complex technical information to a range of audiences and to distinguish what really matters from what doesn't. Strong leadership, clarity of purpose, and self-management skills, taking a proactive approach to dealing with issues, actively managing workloads to meet challenging deadlines/goals. Attention to detail and follow through to task completion. Excellent team-working skills, with aptitude for both team-based and autonomous delivery in a matrix organisational structure. Accomplished in typical office IT systems. They will also meet the following criteria: Essential Educated to undergraduate degree level or have equivalent experience in business, science, engineering, policy, surveying, law or related subject. Knowledge of relevant offshore sector(s) such as CCS, gas storage or wider offshore infrastructure and associated practices. An experienced project manager with appropriate knowledge and experience of leading projects through to completion. Understands demand drivers and markets or end uses relevant to your lead sectors, with transferable skills in relevant areas such as technology or consenting, and with a general understanding of other offshore sectors. Experienced in coastal/marine resource and/or asset management and development, with regulatory and commercial aspect to responsibilities. Have experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team with accountability for budgets and achieving performance targets including new business development within deadlines. Desirable Have knowledge of relevant offshore regulation and policy. Have an existing network of industry and public sector relationships, with a track record of building trust in internal and external relationships and work with industry, government and other stakeholders. Have expert involvement, operational and commercial management of the consenting or offshore contracts or projects. Be an expert commercial negotiator with experience of million contracts. Job Offer A starting Salary of 59,003 Civil Service Pension Contribution 25 day's annual leave, plus 11.5 of public/ privilege days. Flexible working and Supported learning and development
About Global Client Group The Global Client Group (GCG) covers Distribution, Consultant Relations, Relationship Management, Global Client Services, and Learning & Development, and aims to deliver a 'One Nuveen' experience to our global client base. The GCG is focused on establishing new relationships within the Institutional and Wealth channels while deepening relationships with existing clients. Nuveen targets the largest sources of investment capital around the world. Our teams are global, with in-market presence in the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific regions. About Global Client Services Global Client Services (GCS) covers Client Services, Private Fund Services, Shareholder Services, Client Transitions, Client Reporting, New Business & Retention Services (a.k.a. RFP), and Business Transformation, and is involved in nearly every facet of the client life cycle. The GCS strategy is to build a global, scalable client service and content delivery platform to keep pace with the growth of the business, to drive better win and retention rates, provide timely and built-for-purpose client and regulatory reporting, and deliver a seamless client experience. Position Summary Nuveen is in the early stages of establishing its Global Wealth/Retail business, building on its market-leading brand in the US market. The Vice President, Wealth Client Services position is a critical part of the building process, and is responsible for partnering with Distribution, Product, Technology, Operations, Legal/Compliance and Investments to implement scalable EMEA Wealth servicing capabilities and deliver an exceptional client experience to support Nuveen's growth aspirations in the channel. Primary Responsibilities Play a lead role in onboarding new distribution partners, inclusive of FinTech platform, including negotiation and execution of distribution agreements in partnership with Product and Distribution Engage and manage relationships with platform providers such as All Funds to ensure Nuveen funds are represented and accessible to interested prospects and clients Manage inbound client requests and work with Distribution to satisfy all client queries Understand dynamics between Nuveen and its Transfer Agent, develop deep operational and technical knowledge of the associated processes, and manage any escalations as necessary (e.g., account opening escalation from an advisor) Represent Nuveen's UCITS platform and associated data across external (e.g., Bloomberg, Lipper, FundInfo, Morningstar) and internal (e.g., RFP) databases Work with Product and Legal/Compliance to understand the evolving regulatory environment and its impact on Nuveen's EMEA Wealth business, and manage related projects and communications (internal and external) Identify opportunities to improve the client servicing and data management processes and partner with Business Transformation to drive implementation Support Distribution and Product teams where necessary with marketing and regulatory documentation Over time, build a wealth client servicing team to support continued growth and provide in-country servicing. Experience/Capabilities Minimum of 8 years of experience in the investment management industry Experience in EMEA wealth/wholesale/retail distribution or client service and a strong operational mindset and approach Excellent end-to-end generalist problem solving skills and ability to identify and analyze issues; ability to think/plan strategically and act tactically Deep sense of accountability and strong interest in building a function from the ground-up Collaborative engagement style and ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels and across the region Strong internal and external client service orientation Sharp attention to detail Italian, German and/or French language skills a plus _ Company Overview Nuveen is the investment management arm of TIAA. It is one of the largest global asset managers with specialist knowledge across a wide array of asset classes, including fixed income, listed equities and alternatives.Nuveen is driven not only by the independent investment processes across the firm, but also the insights, risk management, analytics and other tools and resources a truly world-class platform provides. As a global asset manager, our mission is to work in partnership with our clients to create outcome-focused solutions to help them secure their financial future.For more information about the firm please visit our website at Accessibility Support TIAA offers support for those who need assistance with our online application process to provide an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you are a U.S. applicant and desire a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application please use one of the below options to contact our accessibility support team: Phone: Email: Privacy Notices For Applicants of TIAA, Nuveen and Affiliates residing in US (other than California), click here . For Applicants of TIAA, Nuveen and Affiliates residing in California, please click here . For Applicants of Nuveen residing in Europe and APAC, please click here . For Applicants of Greenwood residing in Brazil (English), click here . For Applicants of Greenwood residing in Brazil (Portuguese), click here . For Applicants of Westchester residing in Brazil (English), click here . For Applicants of Westchester residing in Brazil (Portuguese), click here .
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
About Global Client Group The Global Client Group (GCG) covers Distribution, Consultant Relations, Relationship Management, Global Client Services, and Learning & Development, and aims to deliver a 'One Nuveen' experience to our global client base. The GCG is focused on establishing new relationships within the Institutional and Wealth channels while deepening relationships with existing clients. Nuveen targets the largest sources of investment capital around the world. Our teams are global, with in-market presence in the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific regions. About Global Client Services Global Client Services (GCS) covers Client Services, Private Fund Services, Shareholder Services, Client Transitions, Client Reporting, New Business & Retention Services (a.k.a. RFP), and Business Transformation, and is involved in nearly every facet of the client life cycle. The GCS strategy is to build a global, scalable client service and content delivery platform to keep pace with the growth of the business, to drive better win and retention rates, provide timely and built-for-purpose client and regulatory reporting, and deliver a seamless client experience. Position Summary Nuveen is in the early stages of establishing its Global Wealth/Retail business, building on its market-leading brand in the US market. The Vice President, Wealth Client Services position is a critical part of the building process, and is responsible for partnering with Distribution, Product, Technology, Operations, Legal/Compliance and Investments to implement scalable EMEA Wealth servicing capabilities and deliver an exceptional client experience to support Nuveen's growth aspirations in the channel. Primary Responsibilities Play a lead role in onboarding new distribution partners, inclusive of FinTech platform, including negotiation and execution of distribution agreements in partnership with Product and Distribution Engage and manage relationships with platform providers such as All Funds to ensure Nuveen funds are represented and accessible to interested prospects and clients Manage inbound client requests and work with Distribution to satisfy all client queries Understand dynamics between Nuveen and its Transfer Agent, develop deep operational and technical knowledge of the associated processes, and manage any escalations as necessary (e.g., account opening escalation from an advisor) Represent Nuveen's UCITS platform and associated data across external (e.g., Bloomberg, Lipper, FundInfo, Morningstar) and internal (e.g., RFP) databases Work with Product and Legal/Compliance to understand the evolving regulatory environment and its impact on Nuveen's EMEA Wealth business, and manage related projects and communications (internal and external) Identify opportunities to improve the client servicing and data management processes and partner with Business Transformation to drive implementation Support Distribution and Product teams where necessary with marketing and regulatory documentation Over time, build a wealth client servicing team to support continued growth and provide in-country servicing. Experience/Capabilities Minimum of 8 years of experience in the investment management industry Experience in EMEA wealth/wholesale/retail distribution or client service and a strong operational mindset and approach Excellent end-to-end generalist problem solving skills and ability to identify and analyze issues; ability to think/plan strategically and act tactically Deep sense of accountability and strong interest in building a function from the ground-up Collaborative engagement style and ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels and across the region Strong internal and external client service orientation Sharp attention to detail Italian, German and/or French language skills a plus _ Company Overview Nuveen is the investment management arm of TIAA. It is one of the largest global asset managers with specialist knowledge across a wide array of asset classes, including fixed income, listed equities and alternatives.Nuveen is driven not only by the independent investment processes across the firm, but also the insights, risk management, analytics and other tools and resources a truly world-class platform provides. As a global asset manager, our mission is to work in partnership with our clients to create outcome-focused solutions to help them secure their financial future.For more information about the firm please visit our website at Accessibility Support TIAA offers support for those who need assistance with our online application process to provide an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you are a U.S. applicant and desire a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application please use one of the below options to contact our accessibility support team: Phone: Email: Privacy Notices For Applicants of TIAA, Nuveen and Affiliates residing in US (other than California), click here . For Applicants of TIAA, Nuveen and Affiliates residing in California, please click here . For Applicants of Nuveen residing in Europe and APAC, please click here . For Applicants of Greenwood residing in Brazil (English), click here . For Applicants of Greenwood residing in Brazil (Portuguese), click here . For Applicants of Westchester residing in Brazil (English), click here . For Applicants of Westchester residing in Brazil (Portuguese), click here .
For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors: Please log onto your Internal Career Site to apply for this job. Job Description Director, Marketing - HIV Holborn, Central London Gilead is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that is committed to discover, develop and commercialize innovative therapeutics in the areas of unmet medical needs. HIV is a key therapeutic area for the company, we have a strong track history of innovation and leadership in this field and it will continue to contribute significantly to the future growth of the organization We have an exciting opportunity for a Director of Marketing HIV, to be based in our Holborn office, reporting to the Business Unit Director. This role will be responsible for managing a high performing marketing team, developing and implementing key strategic initiatives, managing the current portfolio and the upcoming launches. You will also be expected to operate and influence at a global level - for the benefit of the local teams as well as our global success The Director will also work in a local cross-functional team that includes the following departments: Government Affairs, Public Affairs, Market Access, Legal, Medical Affairs, Sales and Commercial Operations. Essential Duties and Job Functions: Manages the Marketing team efforts to support delivery of tactical implementation of marketing strategy. Develops and implements marketing strategy for Gilead portfolio of products for a franchise. Maintains professional relationships with key organizations and individuals. Ensures that all marketing activities are in compliance with regulatory and legal requirements. Analyses complex problems and provides logical recommendations; leads any required action planning. Provides strategic input on key planning teams such as global and local conferences, brand plans and commercial operations Has responsibility for managing an assigned marketing budget and project timelines. Sets a positive example for others to follow, shares own expert knowledge, models standards of performance, offers guidance and support. Implements product promotional communication strategy ensuring alignment with the overall brand strategy. Responsible for executing the Brand Business Plan. Sets priorities in circumstances of continued complexity and conflicting requirements. Knowledge, Experience and Skills: Essential: Must have excellent management skills including training, performance management, planning, prioritization, objective setting, recruitment and selection, meeting management and plan execution. Must possess excellent strategic thinking skills with ability to formulate, develop and execute strategy. Ability to translate market research findings into actionable insights and tactical plans. Proven track record as an effective leader, coach and internal consultant with demonstrated ability to understand business requirements and turn that analysis into strategic solutions. Excellent communication skills, highly competent presenter, able to gain credibility, engender trust and influence all levels, strong partnering skills, bias for action and tangible results Organizational skill, including ability to follow assignments through to completion (bias towards execution) Must possess excellent interpersonal skills with ability to lead, interact with, focus, resolve conflict and drive consensus among individuals from a variety of cultures, and disciplines. Must have strong executive presence with ability to command respect through exercise of sound business judgment and clear decision-making. Must possess a demonstrated ability to conceive, develop and implement multi-dimensional marketing and business plans. Must have demonstrated excellence in project management and effectively managing multiple projects/priorities. Must be able to successfully perform complex budget management with an understanding of revenue forecasting. Experience managing cross-functional teams or work groups as well as direct reports. A strong track record of proven experience. Extensive knowledge and experience in pharmaceutical product life cycle management in a variety of therapeutic areas preferred. Prior people management experience strongly preferred. Desirables: Excellent analytical skills and ability to identify and understand complex issues and problems, and interpret information Sales knowledge is desired Must have strong knowledge of industry trends and remain current with competitor's resources and practices. Must be able to formulate, develop and execute complex development strategy. Must have the ability to develop, maintain, and utilize a high level of product and therapeutic disease knowledge to promote the appropriate use of Gilead products Has ability to strategically plan in order to add most value by focusing teams/distributor efforts effectively. Experience to include strong understanding of marketing fundamentals, strategy, sales and commercial policies and practices. Must be able to conceive, develop and implement multi-dimensional business plans. Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and multiple projects/priorities is required. Previous experience in HIV therapeutic area Gilead Core Values: Integrity (Doing What's Right) Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity) Teamwork (Working Together) Excellence (Being Your Best) Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility) Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) It is the policy of Gilead Sciences, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively "Gilead" or the "Company") to recruit select and employ the most qualified persons available for positions throughout the Company. Except if otherwise provided by applicable law, all employment actions relating to issues such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, returns from layoffs, company-sponsored training, education assistance, social and recreational programs are administered on a non-discriminatory basis (i.e. without regard to protected characteristics or prohibited grounds, which may include an individual's gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, veteran status, and age, unless such protection is prohibited by federal, state, municipal, provincial, local or other applicable laws). Gilead also prohibits discrimination based on any other characteristics protected by applicable laws. For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors: Please log onto your Internal Career Site to apply for this job.
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors: Please log onto your Internal Career Site to apply for this job. Job Description Director, Marketing - HIV Holborn, Central London Gilead is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that is committed to discover, develop and commercialize innovative therapeutics in the areas of unmet medical needs. HIV is a key therapeutic area for the company, we have a strong track history of innovation and leadership in this field and it will continue to contribute significantly to the future growth of the organization We have an exciting opportunity for a Director of Marketing HIV, to be based in our Holborn office, reporting to the Business Unit Director. This role will be responsible for managing a high performing marketing team, developing and implementing key strategic initiatives, managing the current portfolio and the upcoming launches. You will also be expected to operate and influence at a global level - for the benefit of the local teams as well as our global success The Director will also work in a local cross-functional team that includes the following departments: Government Affairs, Public Affairs, Market Access, Legal, Medical Affairs, Sales and Commercial Operations. Essential Duties and Job Functions: Manages the Marketing team efforts to support delivery of tactical implementation of marketing strategy. Develops and implements marketing strategy for Gilead portfolio of products for a franchise. Maintains professional relationships with key organizations and individuals. Ensures that all marketing activities are in compliance with regulatory and legal requirements. Analyses complex problems and provides logical recommendations; leads any required action planning. Provides strategic input on key planning teams such as global and local conferences, brand plans and commercial operations Has responsibility for managing an assigned marketing budget and project timelines. Sets a positive example for others to follow, shares own expert knowledge, models standards of performance, offers guidance and support. Implements product promotional communication strategy ensuring alignment with the overall brand strategy. Responsible for executing the Brand Business Plan. Sets priorities in circumstances of continued complexity and conflicting requirements. Knowledge, Experience and Skills: Essential: Must have excellent management skills including training, performance management, planning, prioritization, objective setting, recruitment and selection, meeting management and plan execution. Must possess excellent strategic thinking skills with ability to formulate, develop and execute strategy. Ability to translate market research findings into actionable insights and tactical plans. Proven track record as an effective leader, coach and internal consultant with demonstrated ability to understand business requirements and turn that analysis into strategic solutions. Excellent communication skills, highly competent presenter, able to gain credibility, engender trust and influence all levels, strong partnering skills, bias for action and tangible results Organizational skill, including ability to follow assignments through to completion (bias towards execution) Must possess excellent interpersonal skills with ability to lead, interact with, focus, resolve conflict and drive consensus among individuals from a variety of cultures, and disciplines. Must have strong executive presence with ability to command respect through exercise of sound business judgment and clear decision-making. Must possess a demonstrated ability to conceive, develop and implement multi-dimensional marketing and business plans. Must have demonstrated excellence in project management and effectively managing multiple projects/priorities. Must be able to successfully perform complex budget management with an understanding of revenue forecasting. Experience managing cross-functional teams or work groups as well as direct reports. A strong track record of proven experience. Extensive knowledge and experience in pharmaceutical product life cycle management in a variety of therapeutic areas preferred. Prior people management experience strongly preferred. Desirables: Excellent analytical skills and ability to identify and understand complex issues and problems, and interpret information Sales knowledge is desired Must have strong knowledge of industry trends and remain current with competitor's resources and practices. Must be able to formulate, develop and execute complex development strategy. Must have the ability to develop, maintain, and utilize a high level of product and therapeutic disease knowledge to promote the appropriate use of Gilead products Has ability to strategically plan in order to add most value by focusing teams/distributor efforts effectively. Experience to include strong understanding of marketing fundamentals, strategy, sales and commercial policies and practices. Must be able to conceive, develop and implement multi-dimensional business plans. Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and multiple projects/priorities is required. Previous experience in HIV therapeutic area Gilead Core Values: Integrity (Doing What's Right) Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity) Teamwork (Working Together) Excellence (Being Your Best) Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility) Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) It is the policy of Gilead Sciences, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively "Gilead" or the "Company") to recruit select and employ the most qualified persons available for positions throughout the Company. Except if otherwise provided by applicable law, all employment actions relating to issues such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, returns from layoffs, company-sponsored training, education assistance, social and recreational programs are administered on a non-discriminatory basis (i.e. without regard to protected characteristics or prohibited grounds, which may include an individual's gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, veteran status, and age, unless such protection is prohibited by federal, state, municipal, provincial, local or other applicable laws). Gilead also prohibits discrimination based on any other characteristics protected by applicable laws. For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors: Please log onto your Internal Career Site to apply for this job.
Who are we? Thames Water is the UK's largest water and wastewater company. We make a daily difference to our 15 million customers by supplying 2.6 billion litres of water through 32,000 km of pipes, keeping taps flowing and toilets flushing.At Thames Water, every one of our actions, big and small, matters every day. Water is essential to life, so our business is always open. What you'll be doing As the Senior Environmental Engineer , you will be accountable for developing, briefing, and providing technical input to ensure we have the correct environmental requirements within the Project Definition Briefs and providing environmental support during the promotion stage, delivery, commissioning, and handover of assets.Keeping up to date with relevant changes in environmental legislation and initiatives, you'll act as a subject matter expert, working with consultants, contractors, and teams across Thames Water to identify risks and constraints and implement solutions.To better protect the environment in which we operate, as part of our goal to become a more sustainable business, working with our capital delivery partners and supply chain contractors, we are committed to reducing our embodied carbon emissions by 25% compared to AMP6 levels.You'll also be key in promoting the establishment of a cohesive, sustainable engineering structure from graduate to industry experts that leads Thames Water's engineering requirements into AMP8 and beyond.This instrumental opportunity is in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and the day-to-day duties include: Lead on excellence in environmental engineering across the Thames Water business Define, develop, and maintain environmental engineering competencies across the business Provide environmental and technical input into projects Ensure we are compliant with engineering-based regulatory requirements Devising the best tools and systems to monitor performance and implement strategies Defining, analysing, and collating environmental performance data and reporting information to stakeholders Support the coaching and mentoring of the team We're looking for you to Take ownership of risks, being curious to fully understand the constrain and identify the best solution to resolve them the first time Be a recognised engineer in environmental engineering with experience in the water industry Have expertise in one or more of these areas: embodied carbon and natural-based solutions, natural capital management, and biodiversity Understand the regulatory environment to achieve compliance with our engineering regulatory requirement Be a chartered environmental engineer or working towards chartership Have excellent communication and influencing skills, to engage with our stakeholders Deliver exceptional service through a passionate and positive approach, taking accountability for your role while working accurately and flexibly within a busy team What's in it for you? This is a fantastic opportunity to join the newly established Engineering team, which is accountable for providing technical expertise to the business. You will be able to help shape the new engineering function and to design solutions for implementation as part of a wide portfolio of projects. This is your chance to learn about the world around us and the environmental challenges and make a positive difference.Our competitive salary package includes an excellent contributory pension, 26 days of holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service, and a wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing. We are pleased to accept applications from people who are looking for part-time/job share and flexible working opportunities as the role is fully adaptable. Thames Water is a dynamic, rewarding, and diverse place to work, with opportunities around every corner. If you join our team, you'll enjoy a fulfilling career and flexible working arrangements.We're also proud to embrace and promote diversity and believe that creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve will help us to thrive. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.Find out more about working at Thames Water.We deliver life's essential service so our customers, communities, and the environment can thrive. This means, that when a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an Ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues, and a earn bit of extra money along the way. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is so we can manage all the applications properly and give candidates a positive experience. Once closed, we can't consider any further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Dec 12, 2022
Full time
Who are we? Thames Water is the UK's largest water and wastewater company. We make a daily difference to our 15 million customers by supplying 2.6 billion litres of water through 32,000 km of pipes, keeping taps flowing and toilets flushing.At Thames Water, every one of our actions, big and small, matters every day. Water is essential to life, so our business is always open. What you'll be doing As the Senior Environmental Engineer , you will be accountable for developing, briefing, and providing technical input to ensure we have the correct environmental requirements within the Project Definition Briefs and providing environmental support during the promotion stage, delivery, commissioning, and handover of assets.Keeping up to date with relevant changes in environmental legislation and initiatives, you'll act as a subject matter expert, working with consultants, contractors, and teams across Thames Water to identify risks and constraints and implement solutions.To better protect the environment in which we operate, as part of our goal to become a more sustainable business, working with our capital delivery partners and supply chain contractors, we are committed to reducing our embodied carbon emissions by 25% compared to AMP6 levels.You'll also be key in promoting the establishment of a cohesive, sustainable engineering structure from graduate to industry experts that leads Thames Water's engineering requirements into AMP8 and beyond.This instrumental opportunity is in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and the day-to-day duties include: Lead on excellence in environmental engineering across the Thames Water business Define, develop, and maintain environmental engineering competencies across the business Provide environmental and technical input into projects Ensure we are compliant with engineering-based regulatory requirements Devising the best tools and systems to monitor performance and implement strategies Defining, analysing, and collating environmental performance data and reporting information to stakeholders Support the coaching and mentoring of the team We're looking for you to Take ownership of risks, being curious to fully understand the constrain and identify the best solution to resolve them the first time Be a recognised engineer in environmental engineering with experience in the water industry Have expertise in one or more of these areas: embodied carbon and natural-based solutions, natural capital management, and biodiversity Understand the regulatory environment to achieve compliance with our engineering regulatory requirement Be a chartered environmental engineer or working towards chartership Have excellent communication and influencing skills, to engage with our stakeholders Deliver exceptional service through a passionate and positive approach, taking accountability for your role while working accurately and flexibly within a busy team What's in it for you? This is a fantastic opportunity to join the newly established Engineering team, which is accountable for providing technical expertise to the business. You will be able to help shape the new engineering function and to design solutions for implementation as part of a wide portfolio of projects. This is your chance to learn about the world around us and the environmental challenges and make a positive difference.Our competitive salary package includes an excellent contributory pension, 26 days of holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service, and a wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing. We are pleased to accept applications from people who are looking for part-time/job share and flexible working opportunities as the role is fully adaptable. Thames Water is a dynamic, rewarding, and diverse place to work, with opportunities around every corner. If you join our team, you'll enjoy a fulfilling career and flexible working arrangements.We're also proud to embrace and promote diversity and believe that creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve will help us to thrive. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.Find out more about working at Thames Water.We deliver life's essential service so our customers, communities, and the environment can thrive. This means, that when a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an Ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues, and a earn bit of extra money along the way. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is so we can manage all the applications properly and give candidates a positive experience. Once closed, we can't consider any further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Consultant Basic: £50,000 - £65,000 + benefits Role: On-board new client projects and on-going consultancy projects to maximise benefits of software for existing clients Location: Hybrid - 4 days per week in the office (Manchester City Centre or Cheshire) WHY? Private equity backed + fast growth + autonomy & accountability Do you have 4+ years experience managing projects for external clients within a software vendor or management consultancy? Are you looking for a role which will give you autonomy and accountability to make a genuine impact? Do you want to work for a forward thinking growing software vendor? Our client is a fast growing, private equity backed SaaS company who provide a unique platform used by a number of industries. By combining a number of features into one end-end cloud solution that customers love. Culturally this business is passionate and enthusiastic and you will get the opportunity to work alongside 4 of the original software creators. This company has grown tremendously over the last 12 months with PE investment and organic success and have plans to double in size again over the next 2 years! An opportunity has arisen for a Consultant who will guide new clients through a smooth implementation, performing the role of On-boarding consultant. They will be responsible for managing all key stages of an on-boarding project. The candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of these projects and will act as the client's main point of contact, independently leading key meetings and responding to their queries in a concise and clear manner. Additionally, you will support our growing consultancy offering by supporting our existing clients to maximise the benefits of the software. The candidate will be responsible for managing a variety of consultancy projects, utilizing their project management expertise and knowledge of our software to maximise the value our client's gain from the platform as their business grows and evolves. Key Responsibilities: Consultant Lead the successful delivery of a portfolio of on-boarding projects and value-add consultancy engagement projects Manage key interactions with clients, including leading key meetings and training sessions Manage relationships with key stakeholders that are challenging, constructive and professional, aiding the success of on-boarding and consulting projects Support differing levels of stakeholders from a change management perspective to ensure successful adoption of the software across the clients' business processes Help clients to design, document and implement strong business processes around the software Build reports and dashboards for clients using the in-built BI tools Experience Required: Consultant 4+ years' experience managing projects for external clients ideally within a software vendor, management consultancy, Tech or IT company A proven track record of supporting business change projects in large, complex organisations Successful track record of managing and delivering multiple complex client engagements to a strict time-frame Ability to take ownership to deliver engagements successfully, managing client expectations, with minimal senior oversight Able to demonstrate good analytical thinking, along with strong data manipulation skills including Advanced Excel skills Experience of building and maintaining long-term client relationships. Experience of leading meetings and delivering services to senior client stakeholders Capable of driving significant change and the ability to challenge the status quo, providing innovative ideas and critique to conventional attitudes, and thinking For more information, please get in touch with Katie at Matched Group Project Manager / Consultant / Software Consultant / Consultancy Manager / Technology Consultant / Management Consultant / Management Consultancy / Senior Project Manager / Software Implementation / Implementation Manager
Dec 12, 2022
Full time
Consultant Basic: £50,000 - £65,000 + benefits Role: On-board new client projects and on-going consultancy projects to maximise benefits of software for existing clients Location: Hybrid - 4 days per week in the office (Manchester City Centre or Cheshire) WHY? Private equity backed + fast growth + autonomy & accountability Do you have 4+ years experience managing projects for external clients within a software vendor or management consultancy? Are you looking for a role which will give you autonomy and accountability to make a genuine impact? Do you want to work for a forward thinking growing software vendor? Our client is a fast growing, private equity backed SaaS company who provide a unique platform used by a number of industries. By combining a number of features into one end-end cloud solution that customers love. Culturally this business is passionate and enthusiastic and you will get the opportunity to work alongside 4 of the original software creators. This company has grown tremendously over the last 12 months with PE investment and organic success and have plans to double in size again over the next 2 years! An opportunity has arisen for a Consultant who will guide new clients through a smooth implementation, performing the role of On-boarding consultant. They will be responsible for managing all key stages of an on-boarding project. The candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of these projects and will act as the client's main point of contact, independently leading key meetings and responding to their queries in a concise and clear manner. Additionally, you will support our growing consultancy offering by supporting our existing clients to maximise the benefits of the software. The candidate will be responsible for managing a variety of consultancy projects, utilizing their project management expertise and knowledge of our software to maximise the value our client's gain from the platform as their business grows and evolves. Key Responsibilities: Consultant Lead the successful delivery of a portfolio of on-boarding projects and value-add consultancy engagement projects Manage key interactions with clients, including leading key meetings and training sessions Manage relationships with key stakeholders that are challenging, constructive and professional, aiding the success of on-boarding and consulting projects Support differing levels of stakeholders from a change management perspective to ensure successful adoption of the software across the clients' business processes Help clients to design, document and implement strong business processes around the software Build reports and dashboards for clients using the in-built BI tools Experience Required: Consultant 4+ years' experience managing projects for external clients ideally within a software vendor, management consultancy, Tech or IT company A proven track record of supporting business change projects in large, complex organisations Successful track record of managing and delivering multiple complex client engagements to a strict time-frame Ability to take ownership to deliver engagements successfully, managing client expectations, with minimal senior oversight Able to demonstrate good analytical thinking, along with strong data manipulation skills including Advanced Excel skills Experience of building and maintaining long-term client relationships. Experience of leading meetings and delivering services to senior client stakeholders Capable of driving significant change and the ability to challenge the status quo, providing innovative ideas and critique to conventional attitudes, and thinking For more information, please get in touch with Katie at Matched Group Project Manager / Consultant / Software Consultant / Consultancy Manager / Technology Consultant / Management Consultant / Management Consultancy / Senior Project Manager / Software Implementation / Implementation Manager
The British Council builds connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and other countries through arts and culture, education and the English language. We work in two ways - directly with individuals to transform their lives, and with governments and partners to make a bigger difference for the longer term, creating benefit for millions of people all over the world. We help young people to gain the skills, confidence and connections they are looking for to realise their potential and to participate in strong and inclusive communities. We support them to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications. Our work in arts and culture stimulates creative expression and exchange and nurtures creative enterprise. We connect the best of the UK with the world and the best of the world with the UK. These connections lead to an understanding of each other's strengths and of the challenges and values that we share. This builds trust between people in the UK and other nations which endures even when official relations may be strained. We work on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2019-20 we connected with 80 million people directly and with 791 million overall, including online and through our broadcasts and publications. Context The British Council is the UK's international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We create friendly knowledge and understanding between the people of the UK and other countries. We do this by making a positive contribution to the UK and the countries we work with - changing lives by creating opportunities, building connections and engendering trust. We work with over 100 countries across the world in the fields of arts and culture, English language and education. Each year we reach over 20 million people face-to-face and more than 500 million people online, via broadcasts and publications. Founded in 1934, we are a UK charity governed by Royal Charter and a UK public body. This role sits within the Cultural Engagement (CE) Strategic Business Unit (SBU). CE brings together our portfolio of work in arts, education, English, and research. Our portfolio is delivered through a set of globally led programmes that locate our work and impact within our strategic framework. These programmes deliver our key performance indicators and impact ambitions. The British Council aims to improve the quality of TVET systems, benefitting young people and supporting the drive to deliver Sustainable Development Goals 4 and 8 while deepening ties to the UK in the process. We apply technical knowledge of education system reform, programme design and implementation to strengthen the effectiveness of TVET institutions and systems, improving teaching and learning and enabling young people to gain the technical skills needed by employers and the economy. We do this by drawing UK and international experience and good practice to provide innovative and tailored solutions to strengthen the effectiveness of TVET Systems. This benefits the UK and overseas systems we work with. The Opportunity Role Purpose To support the pursuit, development, delivery and evaluation of the British Council's TVET systems global portfolio, through the provision of high quality technical and policy advice; research and analysis of sector trends and opportunities; and ensuring engagement and alignment with UK TVET sector knowledge and expertise. Funders of our work include UK Government, EU, International Development Banks and Agencies as well as the Private sector. The role will also have responsibility for managing relationships with internal stakeholders in a small number of TVET priority countries and regions to ensure sustainable and impactful programmes in these countries. These programmes should align with UK sector experience and expertise and support institution to institution and/or government to government partnership working. Main accountabilities but not limited to the following: Sector/subject expertise Maintains an authoritative knowledge of the UK's strengths, reputation and capacity within the TVET sector, in order to work with colleagues and practitioners to maximize its cultural relations impact As appropriate, represents the British Council externally to enhance its reputation as a credible authority in TVET system reform and to promotes intercultural understanding and new collaborative opportunities Contributes to the development and delivery of training, support and knowledge-sharing activities to build skills and capability in the TVET sector across the BC (in the UK and overseas) Product or programme/management or development Ensures major initiatives/programmes/tenders/new products incorporating TVET elements, are properly specified, designed and evaluated so they deliver maximum contribution to the British Council's overall objectives. Proactively participates in internal working group/peer networks to maintain a detailed understanding of both current and prospective products/programmes/services and uses these insights to inform effective delivery of business development activities. Provides formal quality assurance to proposed global and local programmes or products, to ensure these are appropriate, high quality and aligned to the BC's strategic priorities within the TVET sector. Develops a full understanding of all the British Council's wider suite of programmes, products and businesses to identify and communicate how and where TVET could make an additional, useful contribution in terms of commercial performance and/or cultural relations impact. Takes lead accountability for ensuring the TVET components of the British Council's knowledge management systems, websites and marketing materials are relevant, useful, up to date and comprehensive. Relationship & stakeholder management Actively networks, builds and manages trusted relationships with stakeholders, clients and partners in the UK and internationally to promote cultural relations and collaborative activities and support the achievement of agreed commercial and impact targets. Participates with other account managers, SBU and regional colleagues in working groups and other collaborative forums (e.g. portfolio or sector networks) to develop coordinated, corporate strategies for cultivating, managing and leveraging strategically important relationships to enable achievement of BC commercial and impact targets. Develops peer/personal networks within and outside the BC to enhance own knowledge and expertise. Business Development Identifies, supports and manages the organisation, production and submission of high quality, market responsive bids and proposals, ensuring timely and appropriate input from colleagues and consultants. Ensures compliance with agreed internal review and sign-off arrangements. Represents the BC at client and partner presentations and negotiations, ensuring the commercial and strategic interests and professional reputation of the organisation are protected and promoted. Builds and manages specific client/partner relationships and leads on new strategic, income-generating opportunities which contribute to agreed financial and impact targets. Quality assures priority proposals. Provides strategic support to proposal teams. Leads and advises on complex negotiations with partners. Supports consistent application of global business development and delivery standards and building organisational pursuit capacity. Ensures internal and client compliance, including legal, finance, procurement, contract management and reporting. Leadership & management Plans and prioritises own work activities to ensure effective delivery of diverse responsibilities and deliverables over a quarterly to annual time horizon. Determines work plans and coordinates input from others (who may be outside the direct management line) to meet specific objectives. May provide formal line manager to a small team, consisting of staff both within and beyond the local office base. As an experienced professional, contributes ideas to support the development of discipline-wide and customer-specific business plans and priorities. Role specific knowledge and experience: Knowledge of how TVET systems work and their key components. Experience of developing plans, strategies, project concepts and proposals, ideally in the TVET sector. Track record of developing professional networks and managing relationships, ideally in the TVET sector in the UK and/or internationally. Experience of commissioning, managing and reviewing services from contractors, consultants and partners. Experience of identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, including scoping and positioning for new work, ideally in TVET. Understanding of applied education system reform to improve quality,inclusion and employment/work outcomes for young people. English at Proficiency Level CEFR C1 minimum Further Information Pay Band - 8/E Contract Type - Indefinite Contract Department - Cultural Engagement Location - UK Requirements - Candidates must have the pre-existing right to work in location. Mobility / relocation support will not be provided Closing Date - Sunday 3 October 2022 Interviews - Week commencing 17 October 2022 A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world. ..... click apply for full job details
Sep 15, 2022
Full time
The British Council builds connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and other countries through arts and culture, education and the English language. We work in two ways - directly with individuals to transform their lives, and with governments and partners to make a bigger difference for the longer term, creating benefit for millions of people all over the world. We help young people to gain the skills, confidence and connections they are looking for to realise their potential and to participate in strong and inclusive communities. We support them to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications. Our work in arts and culture stimulates creative expression and exchange and nurtures creative enterprise. We connect the best of the UK with the world and the best of the world with the UK. These connections lead to an understanding of each other's strengths and of the challenges and values that we share. This builds trust between people in the UK and other nations which endures even when official relations may be strained. We work on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2019-20 we connected with 80 million people directly and with 791 million overall, including online and through our broadcasts and publications. Context The British Council is the UK's international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We create friendly knowledge and understanding between the people of the UK and other countries. We do this by making a positive contribution to the UK and the countries we work with - changing lives by creating opportunities, building connections and engendering trust. We work with over 100 countries across the world in the fields of arts and culture, English language and education. Each year we reach over 20 million people face-to-face and more than 500 million people online, via broadcasts and publications. Founded in 1934, we are a UK charity governed by Royal Charter and a UK public body. This role sits within the Cultural Engagement (CE) Strategic Business Unit (SBU). CE brings together our portfolio of work in arts, education, English, and research. Our portfolio is delivered through a set of globally led programmes that locate our work and impact within our strategic framework. These programmes deliver our key performance indicators and impact ambitions. The British Council aims to improve the quality of TVET systems, benefitting young people and supporting the drive to deliver Sustainable Development Goals 4 and 8 while deepening ties to the UK in the process. We apply technical knowledge of education system reform, programme design and implementation to strengthen the effectiveness of TVET institutions and systems, improving teaching and learning and enabling young people to gain the technical skills needed by employers and the economy. We do this by drawing UK and international experience and good practice to provide innovative and tailored solutions to strengthen the effectiveness of TVET Systems. This benefits the UK and overseas systems we work with. The Opportunity Role Purpose To support the pursuit, development, delivery and evaluation of the British Council's TVET systems global portfolio, through the provision of high quality technical and policy advice; research and analysis of sector trends and opportunities; and ensuring engagement and alignment with UK TVET sector knowledge and expertise. Funders of our work include UK Government, EU, International Development Banks and Agencies as well as the Private sector. The role will also have responsibility for managing relationships with internal stakeholders in a small number of TVET priority countries and regions to ensure sustainable and impactful programmes in these countries. These programmes should align with UK sector experience and expertise and support institution to institution and/or government to government partnership working. Main accountabilities but not limited to the following: Sector/subject expertise Maintains an authoritative knowledge of the UK's strengths, reputation and capacity within the TVET sector, in order to work with colleagues and practitioners to maximize its cultural relations impact As appropriate, represents the British Council externally to enhance its reputation as a credible authority in TVET system reform and to promotes intercultural understanding and new collaborative opportunities Contributes to the development and delivery of training, support and knowledge-sharing activities to build skills and capability in the TVET sector across the BC (in the UK and overseas) Product or programme/management or development Ensures major initiatives/programmes/tenders/new products incorporating TVET elements, are properly specified, designed and evaluated so they deliver maximum contribution to the British Council's overall objectives. Proactively participates in internal working group/peer networks to maintain a detailed understanding of both current and prospective products/programmes/services and uses these insights to inform effective delivery of business development activities. Provides formal quality assurance to proposed global and local programmes or products, to ensure these are appropriate, high quality and aligned to the BC's strategic priorities within the TVET sector. Develops a full understanding of all the British Council's wider suite of programmes, products and businesses to identify and communicate how and where TVET could make an additional, useful contribution in terms of commercial performance and/or cultural relations impact. Takes lead accountability for ensuring the TVET components of the British Council's knowledge management systems, websites and marketing materials are relevant, useful, up to date and comprehensive. Relationship & stakeholder management Actively networks, builds and manages trusted relationships with stakeholders, clients and partners in the UK and internationally to promote cultural relations and collaborative activities and support the achievement of agreed commercial and impact targets. Participates with other account managers, SBU and regional colleagues in working groups and other collaborative forums (e.g. portfolio or sector networks) to develop coordinated, corporate strategies for cultivating, managing and leveraging strategically important relationships to enable achievement of BC commercial and impact targets. Develops peer/personal networks within and outside the BC to enhance own knowledge and expertise. Business Development Identifies, supports and manages the organisation, production and submission of high quality, market responsive bids and proposals, ensuring timely and appropriate input from colleagues and consultants. Ensures compliance with agreed internal review and sign-off arrangements. Represents the BC at client and partner presentations and negotiations, ensuring the commercial and strategic interests and professional reputation of the organisation are protected and promoted. Builds and manages specific client/partner relationships and leads on new strategic, income-generating opportunities which contribute to agreed financial and impact targets. Quality assures priority proposals. Provides strategic support to proposal teams. Leads and advises on complex negotiations with partners. Supports consistent application of global business development and delivery standards and building organisational pursuit capacity. Ensures internal and client compliance, including legal, finance, procurement, contract management and reporting. Leadership & management Plans and prioritises own work activities to ensure effective delivery of diverse responsibilities and deliverables over a quarterly to annual time horizon. Determines work plans and coordinates input from others (who may be outside the direct management line) to meet specific objectives. May provide formal line manager to a small team, consisting of staff both within and beyond the local office base. As an experienced professional, contributes ideas to support the development of discipline-wide and customer-specific business plans and priorities. Role specific knowledge and experience: Knowledge of how TVET systems work and their key components. Experience of developing plans, strategies, project concepts and proposals, ideally in the TVET sector. Track record of developing professional networks and managing relationships, ideally in the TVET sector in the UK and/or internationally. Experience of commissioning, managing and reviewing services from contractors, consultants and partners. Experience of identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, including scoping and positioning for new work, ideally in TVET. Understanding of applied education system reform to improve quality,inclusion and employment/work outcomes for young people. English at Proficiency Level CEFR C1 minimum Further Information Pay Band - 8/E Contract Type - Indefinite Contract Department - Cultural Engagement Location - UK Requirements - Candidates must have the pre-existing right to work in location. Mobility / relocation support will not be provided Closing Date - Sunday 3 October 2022 Interviews - Week commencing 17 October 2022 A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world. ..... click apply for full job details
Your new employer is Labcorp Drug Development, the world's most comprehensive drug development company, dedicated to improving health and improving lives. Our unique perspectives, built from decades of scientific expertise and precision delivery of the largest volume of drug development data in the world, along with our innovative technology solutions, help our clients identify new approaches and anticipate tomorrow's challenges as they evolve. We offer opportunities to work on diverse, challenging projects with bright, interesting colleagues while building a flexible and rewarding career. This is your chance to become part of a successful, engaged and fun team that helps to bring the miracles of medicine to market sooner. Excellent opportunity for a Clinical Operations Manager to join our Phase I Clinical Research business in Leeds, West Yorkshire on a full-time and permanent basis . This is a great opportunity to develop your career within Clinical research/trials and allow you to continue to practice your clinical skills and knowledge. You will be responsible for management, administration, organization and conduct of the Study Operations department. Provide leadership, training, coaching and mentoring of clinical operation supervisors and staff. Your main duties will include but not be restricted to: Directly or indirectly supervise clinical operations technical and professional staff. Ensure that all work is carried out in strict adherence with relevant protocols, SOP's, and in compliance with ICH/GCP guidelines. Ensure that Operations staff is trained and compliant with SOP's and Skills checks. Ensure that all training files are up to date and complete in accordance with SOPs and ICH/GCP. Ensure that the scientific and medical standards provided are met. Assist client services with developing client proposals and attend client meetings as needed. Assist client services with client visits and interactions as appropriate. Initiates collaborative relationships with external institutions when protocol required. Initiates procurement of external resources, consultants, or equipment when protocol required. Develops strategies for efficient study conduct, data collection, subject management and safety monitoring. Coordinates efforts interdepartmentally to accomplish these strategies. Champion/drive implementation of new company initiatives in terms of process improvement or new technology related to clinical research. Supports management in assuring professionalism and adherence to company principles of Customer Service. Demonstrate ability to lead by example and to encourage team members to seek solutions. Ensure that the safety, welfare and dignity of subjects are not compromised. Ensure that the staff is adequately trained to meet the quality standards and forecasted workload. Ensure that the clinical staff maintains the highest levels of client service to both internal and external clients at all times. Ensure that safe working environment is maintained and that safe working practices are employed. Assist with the development of Operation's department budget. Responsible for all aspects of project related matters in agreement with client and supervisory personnel. Make recommendations for timing, logistics, and feasibility for proposed studies. Meet the overall schedule agreement with the client. Ensure that appropriate cost monitoring systems are in place and that accurate project accountability is maintained. Sets standards, policies, and guidelines for the efficient management of clinical operations. Instill in all team members the Company's commitment to quality and meeting the client's requirement without error, on time, every time. Ensure that full and accurate data records are maintained. Performs supervisory duties including but not limited to interviewing, hiring, training, intervention, discipline, and discharge of operations staff. Coaches and mentors staff. Initiates, plans and implements appropriate staff development programs. Continuously seeks out new and better ideas, driving best practices. Education BS in science or medical field. Experience Typically 6-8 years clinical research experience. Typically a minimum of 5 years supervisory experience. Get ready to redefine what's possible and discover your extraordinary potential at Labcorp Drug Develop. Here, you'll have the opportunity to personally advance healthcare and make a difference in peoples' lives with your bold ideas and unique point of view. With the support of exceptional people from across the globe and an energized purpose, you'll be empowered to own your career journey with mentoring, training and personalized development planning. Join us and discover why Labcorp Drug Development has been named by Fortune Magazine as one of the World's Most Admired Companies 2022 for the fourth consecutive year, by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers 2020 and more than 90% of the top 20 global pharmaceutical companies are repeat customers. We can offer you not only a job, but a stable, long-term international career. Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement .
Aug 04, 2022
Full time
Your new employer is Labcorp Drug Development, the world's most comprehensive drug development company, dedicated to improving health and improving lives. Our unique perspectives, built from decades of scientific expertise and precision delivery of the largest volume of drug development data in the world, along with our innovative technology solutions, help our clients identify new approaches and anticipate tomorrow's challenges as they evolve. We offer opportunities to work on diverse, challenging projects with bright, interesting colleagues while building a flexible and rewarding career. This is your chance to become part of a successful, engaged and fun team that helps to bring the miracles of medicine to market sooner. Excellent opportunity for a Clinical Operations Manager to join our Phase I Clinical Research business in Leeds, West Yorkshire on a full-time and permanent basis . This is a great opportunity to develop your career within Clinical research/trials and allow you to continue to practice your clinical skills and knowledge. You will be responsible for management, administration, organization and conduct of the Study Operations department. Provide leadership, training, coaching and mentoring of clinical operation supervisors and staff. Your main duties will include but not be restricted to: Directly or indirectly supervise clinical operations technical and professional staff. Ensure that all work is carried out in strict adherence with relevant protocols, SOP's, and in compliance with ICH/GCP guidelines. Ensure that Operations staff is trained and compliant with SOP's and Skills checks. Ensure that all training files are up to date and complete in accordance with SOPs and ICH/GCP. Ensure that the scientific and medical standards provided are met. Assist client services with developing client proposals and attend client meetings as needed. Assist client services with client visits and interactions as appropriate. Initiates collaborative relationships with external institutions when protocol required. Initiates procurement of external resources, consultants, or equipment when protocol required. Develops strategies for efficient study conduct, data collection, subject management and safety monitoring. Coordinates efforts interdepartmentally to accomplish these strategies. Champion/drive implementation of new company initiatives in terms of process improvement or new technology related to clinical research. Supports management in assuring professionalism and adherence to company principles of Customer Service. Demonstrate ability to lead by example and to encourage team members to seek solutions. Ensure that the safety, welfare and dignity of subjects are not compromised. Ensure that the staff is adequately trained to meet the quality standards and forecasted workload. Ensure that the clinical staff maintains the highest levels of client service to both internal and external clients at all times. Ensure that safe working environment is maintained and that safe working practices are employed. Assist with the development of Operation's department budget. Responsible for all aspects of project related matters in agreement with client and supervisory personnel. Make recommendations for timing, logistics, and feasibility for proposed studies. Meet the overall schedule agreement with the client. Ensure that appropriate cost monitoring systems are in place and that accurate project accountability is maintained. Sets standards, policies, and guidelines for the efficient management of clinical operations. Instill in all team members the Company's commitment to quality and meeting the client's requirement without error, on time, every time. Ensure that full and accurate data records are maintained. Performs supervisory duties including but not limited to interviewing, hiring, training, intervention, discipline, and discharge of operations staff. Coaches and mentors staff. Initiates, plans and implements appropriate staff development programs. Continuously seeks out new and better ideas, driving best practices. Education BS in science or medical field. Experience Typically 6-8 years clinical research experience. Typically a minimum of 5 years supervisory experience. Get ready to redefine what's possible and discover your extraordinary potential at Labcorp Drug Develop. Here, you'll have the opportunity to personally advance healthcare and make a difference in peoples' lives with your bold ideas and unique point of view. With the support of exceptional people from across the globe and an energized purpose, you'll be empowered to own your career journey with mentoring, training and personalized development planning. Join us and discover why Labcorp Drug Development has been named by Fortune Magazine as one of the World's Most Admired Companies 2022 for the fourth consecutive year, by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers 2020 and more than 90% of the top 20 global pharmaceutical companies are repeat customers. We can offer you not only a job, but a stable, long-term international career. Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement .
Job Title: Senior Bid Manager Business Unit: UK Construction Office Location: Reading or Bristol Role purpose The purpose of this role is to ensure bidding and pre-construction excellence, leading to reduced risk, improved delivery and margin security through effective bid management. The aim is to deliver best in class outcomes for Construction South and our clients in line with company and framework governance. The Senior Bid Manager will lead the regional delivery of ISG's strategy focussing on either Public Sector Framework (PSF) turnover, championing PSF behaviours and supporting ISG's ambition to become the contractor of choice across its portfolio of frameworks, or supporting growth in the private sector with developer/investor clients. Key accountabilities Strategic leadership and accountability for work winning and pre-construction, covering either public sector frameworks (DfE, SCF, Pagabo, MoJ and CCS), or commercial office development. Lead bid and second-stage teams for selected projects, having overall responsibility for: o Positioning ISG strongly prior to tender (Advanced Positioning), o Leading the bid process, coordinating the input of internal and external teams, o Developing and implementing the win strategy, and o Leading secured projects through the pre-construction stage to successful Sale, delivering expected outcomes in respect of customer deliverables and satisfaction, risk profile and margin. For second stage projects: Monitor commercial strategies and control messaging to client (cost predictability). Monitor programmes, managing risks to prolongation (time predictability). Ensure delivery teams develop a robust plan for operational excellence during construction. Ensure the performance and collaborative efforts of key consultants. Maintain key supply chain partner relationships to secure early input and value for money. Ensure compliance with internal governance, including: - Company Management System (CMS) Work Winning process Regional governance procedures (as per Pre-Construction Governance Checklist) Consistent implementation of key governance meetings (as per Pre-Construction Governance Timeline). Regular, accurate and prioritised progress reporting (Weekly Reports and PMRs). Work with Framework Managers and Account Directors/Leads to monitor pipelines, ensure high levels of performance on bids and projects with key account clients and comply with framework/account-specific governance and reporting requirements. Ensure accurate pipeline, bids and sales tracking through CRM. Skills & experience Experience in work winning and pre-construction leadership Knowledge of either public sector frameworks (education, justice, leisure, healthcare) or private sector developer/investor clients (commercial office, science & tech) Knowledge of single-stage and two-stage procurement Customer relationship skills Line management experience including performance review and development planning Able to multi-task Able to identify and evaluate risks Able to think strategically and with clarity in high-pressure environments
Aug 01, 2022
Full time
Job Title: Senior Bid Manager Business Unit: UK Construction Office Location: Reading or Bristol Role purpose The purpose of this role is to ensure bidding and pre-construction excellence, leading to reduced risk, improved delivery and margin security through effective bid management. The aim is to deliver best in class outcomes for Construction South and our clients in line with company and framework governance. The Senior Bid Manager will lead the regional delivery of ISG's strategy focussing on either Public Sector Framework (PSF) turnover, championing PSF behaviours and supporting ISG's ambition to become the contractor of choice across its portfolio of frameworks, or supporting growth in the private sector with developer/investor clients. Key accountabilities Strategic leadership and accountability for work winning and pre-construction, covering either public sector frameworks (DfE, SCF, Pagabo, MoJ and CCS), or commercial office development. Lead bid and second-stage teams for selected projects, having overall responsibility for: o Positioning ISG strongly prior to tender (Advanced Positioning), o Leading the bid process, coordinating the input of internal and external teams, o Developing and implementing the win strategy, and o Leading secured projects through the pre-construction stage to successful Sale, delivering expected outcomes in respect of customer deliverables and satisfaction, risk profile and margin. For second stage projects: Monitor commercial strategies and control messaging to client (cost predictability). Monitor programmes, managing risks to prolongation (time predictability). Ensure delivery teams develop a robust plan for operational excellence during construction. Ensure the performance and collaborative efforts of key consultants. Maintain key supply chain partner relationships to secure early input and value for money. Ensure compliance with internal governance, including: - Company Management System (CMS) Work Winning process Regional governance procedures (as per Pre-Construction Governance Checklist) Consistent implementation of key governance meetings (as per Pre-Construction Governance Timeline). Regular, accurate and prioritised progress reporting (Weekly Reports and PMRs). Work with Framework Managers and Account Directors/Leads to monitor pipelines, ensure high levels of performance on bids and projects with key account clients and comply with framework/account-specific governance and reporting requirements. Ensure accurate pipeline, bids and sales tracking through CRM. Skills & experience Experience in work winning and pre-construction leadership Knowledge of either public sector frameworks (education, justice, leisure, healthcare) or private sector developer/investor clients (commercial office, science & tech) Knowledge of single-stage and two-stage procurement Customer relationship skills Line management experience including performance review and development planning Able to multi-task Able to identify and evaluate risks Able to think strategically and with clarity in high-pressure environments
Senior Consultant - Business Design, EY Consulting About EY Consulting - Business Transformation Business Transformation is a multidisciplinary competency within EY's Consulting Business. Business Transformation brings together capabilities in transformation architecture, experience design, business design, and transformation execution to problem-solve, design and deliver large-scale, long-term transformation programs. We transform our clients' businesses, helping them create more value for the customers, members or citizens they serve. About Business Design Business Design is one of EY Consulting - Business Transformation's four competency areas. For us, Business Design is about bringing together design thinking (human-centricity and the use of experimentation and ideation) with business analysis tools to help clients address challenges across their business. Those challenges can relate to business and operating model, sales effectiveness, marketing, service offerings and operations. We work across all sectors, including Life Sciences, Healthcare, TMT, Financial Services, Consumer Products, Government, Energy and more. The opportunity We're looking for people who are passionate about new ideas and have the creativity, tenacity and skills to help our clients bring them to life. As a Senior Consultant you will be a key part of the end-to-end delivery team on client engagements. You will be expected to shape and own client deliverables and be responsible for day to day operational relationships that contribute to the success of the engagement. You will have the opportunity to manage junior resources and be a key contributor to the success of the workstreams that you are a part of. You will not only be developing the recommendations that will ultimately be implemented by our clients, but you will also be a key contributor to the growth of EY's business, by helping develop new offers and thought leadership to take to market. Your key responsibilities Take ownership for the successful completion of client deliverables and supporting engagement leadership in developing long-term client relationships (3 - 12 months+) Work collaboratively within multi-practice EY teams, delivering high quality results on projects by generating insight and solutions to our clients' problems Draw on your knowledge and experience to create innovative solutions, adapting methods and practices to consistently drive high-quality projects for our clients Be vocal within the market to promote our brand and showcase our capabilities so that we that we continue to grow the business Support the development of proposals and pitches to win new work Play an active role in developing the Business Design practice What we look for Skills and attributes Excellent written and verbal communication and facilitation skills, with an ability to present robust, evidence-based solutions to clients succinctly and creatively Excellent innovation, problem-solving and structured thinking skills, able to generate insight and committed to delivering high-quality solutions which exceed expectations An analytical and logical mindset, with an aptitude for identifying and articulating the reasoning behind your recommendations Ability to take accountability of deliverables and client relationships with minimal oversight from Engagement Management Curiosity to challenge existing ways of working in order to improve outcomes for clients Ability to manage upwards to support Engagement Management in setting client expectations and developing account strategies Ability to coach and lead more junior resources to achieve high performing teams Experience A Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification Some relevant exposure and experience within external or internal consulting, business design and / or strategy is preferred Working collaboratively within high performing teams to deliver measurable results that achieve client outcomes, from shaping deliverables through to client presentation and sign-off Defining strategy, undertaking business planning and visioning through to designing for implementation An appreciation of how change can drive busines value, with an ability to bridge strategic thinking with an operational edge Engaging with stakeholders across different levels of the organisation and building effective, long-lasting relationships Putting in place and adhering to the right project structure and governance to ensure client outcomes are achieved successfully Leveraging storytelling to create compelling products and deliverables Experience of designing and implementing customer experience and customer service improvement Knowledge Knowledge of design thinking techniques and the ability to solve complex business problems with simple, industry-suitable solutions Robust knowledge and experience in delivering one or more Business Design offerings including: Customer and go-to-market strategy: customer segmentation, market assessment, proposition development, pricing strategy, channel and distribution strategy, customer analytics, customer engagement, branding Business model innovation: business model design, business case development, innovation strategy, innovation management, portfolio transformation and management Operating model: business capability and process, people & organisation, technology & data, governance & performance Ideally, you'll also have Knowledge and experience of a particular sector, e.g. TMT, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Government, Energy etc. Experience of taking new products or services to market Further qualifications, Master's degree and/or MBA are desired, but not essential What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer: Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you About EY As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and consulting services, we're using the finance products, expertise and systems we've developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the above criteria, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. Apply now. Please note: Prior to finalizing your application, you will be asked to provide personal information across several dimensions of diversity and inclusiveness. The information you provide is kept entirely confidential and will not be used to evaluate your candidacy. We collect this data to help us analyse our recruitment process holistically and implement actions that promote diversity and inclusiveness. While optional, we encourage you to provide this information to hold us accountable towards our goal of building a better working world. We ask because it matters!
Mar 02, 2022
Full time
Senior Consultant - Business Design, EY Consulting About EY Consulting - Business Transformation Business Transformation is a multidisciplinary competency within EY's Consulting Business. Business Transformation brings together capabilities in transformation architecture, experience design, business design, and transformation execution to problem-solve, design and deliver large-scale, long-term transformation programs. We transform our clients' businesses, helping them create more value for the customers, members or citizens they serve. About Business Design Business Design is one of EY Consulting - Business Transformation's four competency areas. For us, Business Design is about bringing together design thinking (human-centricity and the use of experimentation and ideation) with business analysis tools to help clients address challenges across their business. Those challenges can relate to business and operating model, sales effectiveness, marketing, service offerings and operations. We work across all sectors, including Life Sciences, Healthcare, TMT, Financial Services, Consumer Products, Government, Energy and more. The opportunity We're looking for people who are passionate about new ideas and have the creativity, tenacity and skills to help our clients bring them to life. As a Senior Consultant you will be a key part of the end-to-end delivery team on client engagements. You will be expected to shape and own client deliverables and be responsible for day to day operational relationships that contribute to the success of the engagement. You will have the opportunity to manage junior resources and be a key contributor to the success of the workstreams that you are a part of. You will not only be developing the recommendations that will ultimately be implemented by our clients, but you will also be a key contributor to the growth of EY's business, by helping develop new offers and thought leadership to take to market. Your key responsibilities Take ownership for the successful completion of client deliverables and supporting engagement leadership in developing long-term client relationships (3 - 12 months+) Work collaboratively within multi-practice EY teams, delivering high quality results on projects by generating insight and solutions to our clients' problems Draw on your knowledge and experience to create innovative solutions, adapting methods and practices to consistently drive high-quality projects for our clients Be vocal within the market to promote our brand and showcase our capabilities so that we that we continue to grow the business Support the development of proposals and pitches to win new work Play an active role in developing the Business Design practice What we look for Skills and attributes Excellent written and verbal communication and facilitation skills, with an ability to present robust, evidence-based solutions to clients succinctly and creatively Excellent innovation, problem-solving and structured thinking skills, able to generate insight and committed to delivering high-quality solutions which exceed expectations An analytical and logical mindset, with an aptitude for identifying and articulating the reasoning behind your recommendations Ability to take accountability of deliverables and client relationships with minimal oversight from Engagement Management Curiosity to challenge existing ways of working in order to improve outcomes for clients Ability to manage upwards to support Engagement Management in setting client expectations and developing account strategies Ability to coach and lead more junior resources to achieve high performing teams Experience A Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification Some relevant exposure and experience within external or internal consulting, business design and / or strategy is preferred Working collaboratively within high performing teams to deliver measurable results that achieve client outcomes, from shaping deliverables through to client presentation and sign-off Defining strategy, undertaking business planning and visioning through to designing for implementation An appreciation of how change can drive busines value, with an ability to bridge strategic thinking with an operational edge Engaging with stakeholders across different levels of the organisation and building effective, long-lasting relationships Putting in place and adhering to the right project structure and governance to ensure client outcomes are achieved successfully Leveraging storytelling to create compelling products and deliverables Experience of designing and implementing customer experience and customer service improvement Knowledge Knowledge of design thinking techniques and the ability to solve complex business problems with simple, industry-suitable solutions Robust knowledge and experience in delivering one or more Business Design offerings including: Customer and go-to-market strategy: customer segmentation, market assessment, proposition development, pricing strategy, channel and distribution strategy, customer analytics, customer engagement, branding Business model innovation: business model design, business case development, innovation strategy, innovation management, portfolio transformation and management Operating model: business capability and process, people & organisation, technology & data, governance & performance Ideally, you'll also have Knowledge and experience of a particular sector, e.g. TMT, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Government, Energy etc. Experience of taking new products or services to market Further qualifications, Master's degree and/or MBA are desired, but not essential What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer: Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you About EY As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and consulting services, we're using the finance products, expertise and systems we've developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the above criteria, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. Apply now. Please note: Prior to finalizing your application, you will be asked to provide personal information across several dimensions of diversity and inclusiveness. The information you provide is kept entirely confidential and will not be used to evaluate your candidacy. We collect this data to help us analyse our recruitment process holistically and implement actions that promote diversity and inclusiveness. While optional, we encourage you to provide this information to hold us accountable towards our goal of building a better working world. We ask because it matters!
