Senior Legal Counsel / Legal Director - Northern Europe page is loaded Senior Legal Counsel / Legal Director - Northern Europe Apply locations GB Harwell - Quad 1 FR Lyon Espoo, Finland DE Homeoffice Høvik, Norway time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR_041507 The Legal team is responsible for managing the legal affairs of the company, including providing legal counsel across the organization, handling disputes, and creating and enforcing intellectual property. We are looking for our future Senior Legal Counsel / Legal Director to join our Global Legal team and support our activities in Northern Europe. The role is based in Europe, in countries with a Resmed entity, with a strong preference for the UK and Ireland. The role is offered remotely with occasional travels within Europe & overseas. Let's talk about the Role : As Senior Legal Counsel / Legal Director, Northern Europe you will oversee all ongoing activities related to the development, implementation, maintenance of, and adherence to the organization's legal affairs within ResMed's Northern Europe country market group (CMG) and across Europe (as part of the European Legal Team). The Northern Europe CMG comprises UK, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Poland, Czech, Middle East, Greece and South Africa. Reporting directly to the Legal Director EMEA Commerci al, you will be an integral part of the Northern Europe CMG management team and a senior member of the European Legal Team. The Legal Team performs a critical role in the business by supporting and advising the operations and governance teams with legal advice and representation. Your client base will be the corporate and operational groups with primary focus on Northern Europe, and groups across Europe (as part of the European Legal Team), embracing marketing, sales and service, IP and technology, privacy and, to a lesser degree, R&D and manufacturing. This job also supports, as part of the Global Legal Team, corporate finance, corporate governance and compliance, privacy, investments and acquisitions. The Legal Team also supports litigation and other dispute resolution. Additionally, the department provides education and awareness to client groups on relevant laws and practice. Let's talk about Responsibilities : Analyze the organization's regional legal and corporate risk; offering alternatives and recommendations as required including external party transactions & extraordinary correspondence). Drafting and negotiating major contracts; including purchasing, sales agreements and leased properties within the Northern Europe CMG (primarily) and the European region (secondarily). Assist with providing ad hoc advice on internal processes & projects for all Northern Europe and some European business groups (including Sales, eCommerce, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Marketing, Privacy, SAAS, Medical Affairs and IT). Provide timely legal guidance on commercial legal affairs in Northern Europe (and to the European-wide business as part of the European Legal Team). Advise on various legal compliance matters, including GDPR and European Competition laws and laws related to medical affairs and devices. Provide education and awareness to client groups on relevant laws and practice. Provide advice to Human Resources on employment law matters. Provide litigation support, as required Manage a legal budget and outside legal counsel. Attend to special projects assigned from time to time. Let's talk about Qualifications, Skills and Experience : Degree in law, holding current license to practice preferably in the UK. Significant legal experience with proven leadership in law firm or publicly-traded company. Fluent English (written and spoken). Additional qualification or experience in technology organisations and/or life sciences with a focus on digital healthcare is desirable. Additional information : At Resmed, all employees benefit from a bonus plan, the percentage of which depends on your position within the organisation. Working from home flexibility You also have access to a referral bonus and to Resmed's preferred shareholding programme Competitive benefits (Pension, Long-Term Illness Protection, Health Insurance ) Internal career opportunity - joining an international fast-pace and massively growing company Resmed is an Equal Opportunity Employer OK, so what's next? Joining us is more than saying "yes" to making the world a healthier place. It's discovering a career that's challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now Internal applications will be closed on July, 18th. Please note, due to the summer period, there may be some delay in the recruitment process. We thank you in advance for your patience and understanding. Joining us is more than saying "yes" to making the world a healthier place. It's discovering a career that's challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now! We commit to respond to every applicant.
Jul 01, 2025
Full time
Senior Legal Counsel / Legal Director - Northern Europe page is loaded Senior Legal Counsel / Legal Director - Northern Europe Apply locations GB Harwell - Quad 1 FR Lyon Espoo, Finland DE Homeoffice Høvik, Norway time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR_041507 The Legal team is responsible for managing the legal affairs of the company, including providing legal counsel across the organization, handling disputes, and creating and enforcing intellectual property. We are looking for our future Senior Legal Counsel / Legal Director to join our Global Legal team and support our activities in Northern Europe. The role is based in Europe, in countries with a Resmed entity, with a strong preference for the UK and Ireland. The role is offered remotely with occasional travels within Europe & overseas. Let's talk about the Role : As Senior Legal Counsel / Legal Director, Northern Europe you will oversee all ongoing activities related to the development, implementation, maintenance of, and adherence to the organization's legal affairs within ResMed's Northern Europe country market group (CMG) and across Europe (as part of the European Legal Team). The Northern Europe CMG comprises UK, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Poland, Czech, Middle East, Greece and South Africa. Reporting directly to the Legal Director EMEA Commerci al, you will be an integral part of the Northern Europe CMG management team and a senior member of the European Legal Team. The Legal Team performs a critical role in the business by supporting and advising the operations and governance teams with legal advice and representation. Your client base will be the corporate and operational groups with primary focus on Northern Europe, and groups across Europe (as part of the European Legal Team), embracing marketing, sales and service, IP and technology, privacy and, to a lesser degree, R&D and manufacturing. This job also supports, as part of the Global Legal Team, corporate finance, corporate governance and compliance, privacy, investments and acquisitions. The Legal Team also supports litigation and other dispute resolution. Additionally, the department provides education and awareness to client groups on relevant laws and practice. Let's talk about Responsibilities : Analyze the organization's regional legal and corporate risk; offering alternatives and recommendations as required including external party transactions & extraordinary correspondence). Drafting and negotiating major contracts; including purchasing, sales agreements and leased properties within the Northern Europe CMG (primarily) and the European region (secondarily). Assist with providing ad hoc advice on internal processes & projects for all Northern Europe and some European business groups (including Sales, eCommerce, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Marketing, Privacy, SAAS, Medical Affairs and IT). Provide timely legal guidance on commercial legal affairs in Northern Europe (and to the European-wide business as part of the European Legal Team). Advise on various legal compliance matters, including GDPR and European Competition laws and laws related to medical affairs and devices. Provide education and awareness to client groups on relevant laws and practice. Provide advice to Human Resources on employment law matters. Provide litigation support, as required Manage a legal budget and outside legal counsel. Attend to special projects assigned from time to time. Let's talk about Qualifications, Skills and Experience : Degree in law, holding current license to practice preferably in the UK. Significant legal experience with proven leadership in law firm or publicly-traded company. Fluent English (written and spoken). Additional qualification or experience in technology organisations and/or life sciences with a focus on digital healthcare is desirable. Additional information : At Resmed, all employees benefit from a bonus plan, the percentage of which depends on your position within the organisation. Working from home flexibility You also have access to a referral bonus and to Resmed's preferred shareholding programme Competitive benefits (Pension, Long-Term Illness Protection, Health Insurance ) Internal career opportunity - joining an international fast-pace and massively growing company Resmed is an Equal Opportunity Employer OK, so what's next? Joining us is more than saying "yes" to making the world a healthier place. It's discovering a career that's challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now Internal applications will be closed on July, 18th. Please note, due to the summer period, there may be some delay in the recruitment process. We thank you in advance for your patience and understanding. Joining us is more than saying "yes" to making the world a healthier place. It's discovering a career that's challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now! We commit to respond to every applicant.
You will be the key figure in the region for identifying and successfully signing new business agreements across Northern Europe. Your dedicated focus will be on driving sales through new clients and winning large volume accounts with significant revenue opportunity. You will be responsible for delivering a new pipeline of prospects that can propel the regions revenue growth over the coming years. You will have excellent product knowledge, and sales tactics, and understand how to win business in this sector. You will have previous experience in working for a B2B bed bank or similar and have a network of contacts you can approach and open doors to. You will be professional, credible, confident, and enthusiastic with a proven track record of meeting targets and delivering success both in business development and account management. You will have excellent negotiation skills and will be able to influence clients at all levels of the organization. Ambitious tenacious and resilient, sound like you fit the role, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities. Identify and acquire new clients within the assigned region, identify new opportunities, manage a pipeline across multiple markets and get new clients signed. Exceed regional KPIs and targets set by the Regional Director of Sales, focusing on client acquisition, and the achievement of the assigned budget. Credit Management: Supervise and coordinate with accounts to control client debt exposure. Internal Collaboration: Work closely with analytics, customer service, finance, and supply teams to address partner needs and foster collaboration. Brand Ambassador: Promote WebBeds as a key hotel supplier and increase market share across the region. Account Management: Manage a portfolio of newly onboarded accounts until passing them through to the account management team, update the CRM, resolve technical issues, and liaise with support teams for customer service issues. Brand Promotion: Promote WebBeds across the region and be the face of the brand to drive engagement, awareness and revenues. Market Knowledge: Stay updated on the European markets, key players, competitors, trade shows, and marketing possibilities. Management Responsibility: Working within the Northern European Sales Team, reporting to the Regional Director of Sales, with no direct reports. Oversee bidding process from start to finish for big opportunities. Liaise with Marketing team, agree on activity through the year. Know the planning cycles for all your markets, providing the right products and prices within client deadlines. Work closely with internal teams including analytics, customer service, finance, and supply to articulate the needs of the partner base and foster a collaborative approach across the broader WebBeds business. The skills we would love to see in your suitcase. Strong social skills with external and internal stakeholders (all levels ) Outstanding analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills, able to use data to identify underlying trends and make informed commercial decisions Ability to prioritize workload managing multiple projects with new and existing partners Solution-based approach to sales with a solid understanding of distribution channels Strong commercial instinct and entrepreneurial drive combined with the ability to think creatively and take initiative to execute effectively Ability to travel Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and comfort working with partner contacts at every level Ability to make decisions and to work on own initiative and in a team Strong knowledge of the competitive set Local language for market assigned required Good level of verbal and written communication skills in English and preferably Swedish, Norwegian or Danish speaker Strong contacts with tour operators, travel agents, consortia etc Experienced manager with proven record in sales within travel industry preferably in a similar role A solid working knowledge of Microsoft applications and the internet WebBeds is a global digital travel marketplace for the travel trade, an intermediary connecting hotels and other travel service suppliers to a distribution network of travel buyers all over the world. We connect hotels looking to fill rooms with buyers trying to find rooms. In short, we source bookable content, integrate, aggregate and merchandise that content in our platform, then distribute it to a global network of travel trade buyers, who sell to the travelling public. Our Products range from a Retail Online platform, Integration Connectivity hub and distribution APIs to name but a few and our systems are 100% cloud hosted processing up to 8.3bn search requests daily, with 17million rooms nights sold in FY24. We deliver amazing outcomes using leading edge technology through innovative and creative thinking; and products help our partners deliver amazing travel experiences, enabling travel the world over. Some things that make us stand out! We are a truly global travel organisation, with a global footprint. We have 1200+ people speaking 50+ languages in 120+ cites across 50+ countries. We partner with over 500,000 properties in more than 39,000 locations. We work with more than 50,000 travel buyers in 140 source markets. We have an amazing team delivering valuable outcomes using innovative tech and creative, lateral thinking. Working at WebBeds WebBeds is a fast-paced, results-driven business and that is reflected throughout our company, in our technology, product and perhaps most importantly - in our people. Visit 'Careers' for jobs around the world of WebBeds. Global and regional hotel chains, independent hotels, apartments, resorts, attractions, transfer and sightseeing companies and more - can sell their products through WebBeds by connecting to a global network of over 50,000 online and offline travel buyers through robust solutions that provide greater inventory control to simplify distribution, and leverage WebBeds enhanced analytics to inform inventory optimisation choices - saving costs and increasing revenue. Online travel agencies, retail travel agents, corporate travel managers, tour operators, wholesalers, tourism boards, super apps, DMC's, group providers, airlines and more - can integrate the hundreds of thousands of hotels and ground services in the WebBeds marketplace through simple and seamless API connectivity, or they can search, shop and book online through one of WebBeds trade only booking sites. Our operation. We operate globally through four geographic regions - Europe, Asia Pacific, MEA (Middle East and Africa) and the Americas - with over 2,000 travel professionals working in 120 cities across 50 countries worldwide. WebBeds also operates specialist brands JacTravel DMC and UHl. JacTravel DMC provides tailormade travel arrangements for offline FIT and groups traveling to the UK, Ireland and key mainland European destinations to the international travel trade. UHI is a genuine pioneer, providing online pilgrimage travel services to travel agencies worldwide. WebBeds is a travel brand of the Web Travel Group, an ASX 200 listed company (ASX: WEB) operating global digital travel businesses.
Jun 30, 2025
Full time
You will be the key figure in the region for identifying and successfully signing new business agreements across Northern Europe. Your dedicated focus will be on driving sales through new clients and winning large volume accounts with significant revenue opportunity. You will be responsible for delivering a new pipeline of prospects that can propel the regions revenue growth over the coming years. You will have excellent product knowledge, and sales tactics, and understand how to win business in this sector. You will have previous experience in working for a B2B bed bank or similar and have a network of contacts you can approach and open doors to. You will be professional, credible, confident, and enthusiastic with a proven track record of meeting targets and delivering success both in business development and account management. You will have excellent negotiation skills and will be able to influence clients at all levels of the organization. Ambitious tenacious and resilient, sound like you fit the role, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities. Identify and acquire new clients within the assigned region, identify new opportunities, manage a pipeline across multiple markets and get new clients signed. Exceed regional KPIs and targets set by the Regional Director of Sales, focusing on client acquisition, and the achievement of the assigned budget. Credit Management: Supervise and coordinate with accounts to control client debt exposure. Internal Collaboration: Work closely with analytics, customer service, finance, and supply teams to address partner needs and foster collaboration. Brand Ambassador: Promote WebBeds as a key hotel supplier and increase market share across the region. Account Management: Manage a portfolio of newly onboarded accounts until passing them through to the account management team, update the CRM, resolve technical issues, and liaise with support teams for customer service issues. Brand Promotion: Promote WebBeds across the region and be the face of the brand to drive engagement, awareness and revenues. Market Knowledge: Stay updated on the European markets, key players, competitors, trade shows, and marketing possibilities. Management Responsibility: Working within the Northern European Sales Team, reporting to the Regional Director of Sales, with no direct reports. Oversee bidding process from start to finish for big opportunities. Liaise with Marketing team, agree on activity through the year. Know the planning cycles for all your markets, providing the right products and prices within client deadlines. Work closely with internal teams including analytics, customer service, finance, and supply to articulate the needs of the partner base and foster a collaborative approach across the broader WebBeds business. The skills we would love to see in your suitcase. Strong social skills with external and internal stakeholders (all levels ) Outstanding analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills, able to use data to identify underlying trends and make informed commercial decisions Ability to prioritize workload managing multiple projects with new and existing partners Solution-based approach to sales with a solid understanding of distribution channels Strong commercial instinct and entrepreneurial drive combined with the ability to think creatively and take initiative to execute effectively Ability to travel Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and comfort working with partner contacts at every level Ability to make decisions and to work on own initiative and in a team Strong knowledge of the competitive set Local language for market assigned required Good level of verbal and written communication skills in English and preferably Swedish, Norwegian or Danish speaker Strong contacts with tour operators, travel agents, consortia etc Experienced manager with proven record in sales within travel industry preferably in a similar role A solid working knowledge of Microsoft applications and the internet WebBeds is a global digital travel marketplace for the travel trade, an intermediary connecting hotels and other travel service suppliers to a distribution network of travel buyers all over the world. We connect hotels looking to fill rooms with buyers trying to find rooms. In short, we source bookable content, integrate, aggregate and merchandise that content in our platform, then distribute it to a global network of travel trade buyers, who sell to the travelling public. Our Products range from a Retail Online platform, Integration Connectivity hub and distribution APIs to name but a few and our systems are 100% cloud hosted processing up to 8.3bn search requests daily, with 17million rooms nights sold in FY24. We deliver amazing outcomes using leading edge technology through innovative and creative thinking; and products help our partners deliver amazing travel experiences, enabling travel the world over. Some things that make us stand out! We are a truly global travel organisation, with a global footprint. We have 1200+ people speaking 50+ languages in 120+ cites across 50+ countries. We partner with over 500,000 properties in more than 39,000 locations. We work with more than 50,000 travel buyers in 140 source markets. We have an amazing team delivering valuable outcomes using innovative tech and creative, lateral thinking. Working at WebBeds WebBeds is a fast-paced, results-driven business and that is reflected throughout our company, in our technology, product and perhaps most importantly - in our people. Visit 'Careers' for jobs around the world of WebBeds. Global and regional hotel chains, independent hotels, apartments, resorts, attractions, transfer and sightseeing companies and more - can sell their products through WebBeds by connecting to a global network of over 50,000 online and offline travel buyers through robust solutions that provide greater inventory control to simplify distribution, and leverage WebBeds enhanced analytics to inform inventory optimisation choices - saving costs and increasing revenue. Online travel agencies, retail travel agents, corporate travel managers, tour operators, wholesalers, tourism boards, super apps, DMC's, group providers, airlines and more - can integrate the hundreds of thousands of hotels and ground services in the WebBeds marketplace through simple and seamless API connectivity, or they can search, shop and book online through one of WebBeds trade only booking sites. Our operation. We operate globally through four geographic regions - Europe, Asia Pacific, MEA (Middle East and Africa) and the Americas - with over 2,000 travel professionals working in 120 cities across 50 countries worldwide. WebBeds also operates specialist brands JacTravel DMC and UHl. JacTravel DMC provides tailormade travel arrangements for offline FIT and groups traveling to the UK, Ireland and key mainland European destinations to the international travel trade. UHI is a genuine pioneer, providing online pilgrimage travel services to travel agencies worldwide. WebBeds is a travel brand of the Web Travel Group, an ASX 200 listed company (ASX: WEB) operating global digital travel businesses.
What you will do on your journey with WebBeds. As the Director of Contracting, you will lead our sourcing strategy across one of WebBeds' most critical markets. This senior leadership role combines team management, commercial strategy, and high-level supplier engagement. You will play a key role in shaping the regional hotel portfolio, negotiating strategic partnerships, and ensuring consistent delivery against commercial objectives. Through collaboration with internal stakeholders and external hotel partners, you will drive performance and ensure WebBeds maintains its competitive advantage in the UK and Ireland. In this role you will: Manage hotel partnerships, drive commercial performance, and ensure portfolio growth in line with market demands. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience, a solid background in hotel contracting, and a passion for delivering high-impact commercial outcomes. Key Responsibilities. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing contracting team. Define and execute the hotel partnership strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Collaborate with regional peers across Northern Europe to drive consistency and best practices. Develop strategic partnerships with top-performing hotels and chains. Achieve regional revenue, margin, and competitiveness targets within the B2B distribution landscape. Negotiate optimal inventory, rates, and availability to maximize sales potential. Analyse portfolio performance, identifying trends, gaps, and emerging opportunities. Work cross-functionally with Sales, Revenue Management, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to ensure seamless execution. Champion WebBeds' value proposition to secure long-term, strategic partnerships. Ensure hotel portfolio diversity, coverage, and quality aligned with regional market demands. Drive data-led decision-making to enhance competitive positioning. Lead internal initiatives to improve contracting processes and team efficiency. The skills we would love to see in your suitcase. Proven track record in hotel partnerships and commercial management within the UK & Ireland market. Strong negotiation skills; and relationship-building abilities. Able to develop, and maintain, strong and trusting relationships with hoteliers and colleagues. Pro-active team leader. Accurate with attention to detail. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills (internal and external) in English. Able to work well under pressure and motivated to succeed. A solid working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook. Aptitude for leading and motivating a team. Ability to delegate competently. Able to communicate internally and externally in an effective and timely manner. WebBeds is a global digital travel marketplace for the travel trade, an intermediary connecting hotels and other travel service suppliers to a distribution network of travel buyers all over the world. We connect hotels looking to fill rooms with buyers trying to find rooms. In short, we source bookable content, integrate, aggregate and merchandise that content in our platform, then distribute it to a global network of travel trade buyers, who sell to the travelling public. Our Products range from a Retail Online platform, Integration Connectivity hub and distribution APIs to name but a few and our systems are 100% cloud hosted processing up to 8.3bn search requests daily, with 17million rooms nights sold in FY24. We deliver amazing outcomes using leading edge technology through innovative and creative thinking; and products help our partners deliver amazing travel experiences, enabling travel the world over. Some things that make us stand out! We are a truly global travel organisation, with a global footprint. We have 1200+ people speaking 50+ languages in 120+ cites across 50+ countries. We partner with over 500,000 properties in more than 39,000 locations. We work with more than 50,000 travel buyers in 140 source markets. We have an amazing team delivering valuable outcomes using innovative tech and creative, lateral thinking. Working at WebBeds WebBeds is a fast-paced, results-driven business and that is reflected throughout our company, in our technology, product and perhaps most importantly - in our people. Visit 'Careers' for jobs around the world of WebBeds. Global and regional hotel chains, independent hotels, apartments, resorts, attractions, transfer and sightseeing companies and more - can sell their products through WebBeds by connecting to a global network of over 50,000 online and offline travel buyers through robust solutions that provide greater inventory control to simplify distribution, and leverage WebBeds enhanced analytics to inform inventory optimisation choices - saving costs and increasing revenue. Online travel agencies, retail travel agents, corporate travel managers, tour operators, wholesalers, tourism boards, super apps, DMC's, group providers, airlines and more - can integrate the hundreds of thousands of hotels and ground services in the WebBeds marketplace through simple and seamless API connectivity, or they can search, shop and book online through one of WebBeds trade only booking sites. Our operation. We operate globally through four geographic regions - Europe, Asia Pacific, MEA (Middle East and Africa) and the Americas - with over 2,000 travel professionals working in 120 cities across 50 countries worldwide. WebBeds also operates specialist brands JacTravel DMC and UHl. JacTravel DMC provides tailormade travel arrangements for offline FIT and groups traveling to the UK, Ireland and key mainland European destinations to the international travel trade. UHI is a genuine pioneer, providing online pilgrimage travel services to travel agencies worldwide. WebBeds is a travel brand of the Web Travel Group, an ASX 200 listed company (ASX: WEB) operating global digital travel businesses. We would love to hear from you. Send us a message and a member of the team will get right back to you. Your data is safe with us. To find out more about how WebBeds will use and store your email data go to our Privacy policy page. Your data is safe with us. To find out more about how WebBeds will use and store your email data go to our Privacy policy page.
Jun 30, 2025
Full time
What you will do on your journey with WebBeds. As the Director of Contracting, you will lead our sourcing strategy across one of WebBeds' most critical markets. This senior leadership role combines team management, commercial strategy, and high-level supplier engagement. You will play a key role in shaping the regional hotel portfolio, negotiating strategic partnerships, and ensuring consistent delivery against commercial objectives. Through collaboration with internal stakeholders and external hotel partners, you will drive performance and ensure WebBeds maintains its competitive advantage in the UK and Ireland. In this role you will: Manage hotel partnerships, drive commercial performance, and ensure portfolio growth in line with market demands. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience, a solid background in hotel contracting, and a passion for delivering high-impact commercial outcomes. Key Responsibilities. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing contracting team. Define and execute the hotel partnership strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Collaborate with regional peers across Northern Europe to drive consistency and best practices. Develop strategic partnerships with top-performing hotels and chains. Achieve regional revenue, margin, and competitiveness targets within the B2B distribution landscape. Negotiate optimal inventory, rates, and availability to maximize sales potential. Analyse portfolio performance, identifying trends, gaps, and emerging opportunities. Work cross-functionally with Sales, Revenue Management, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to ensure seamless execution. Champion WebBeds' value proposition to secure long-term, strategic partnerships. Ensure hotel portfolio diversity, coverage, and quality aligned with regional market demands. Drive data-led decision-making to enhance competitive positioning. Lead internal initiatives to improve contracting processes and team efficiency. The skills we would love to see in your suitcase. Proven track record in hotel partnerships and commercial management within the UK & Ireland market. Strong negotiation skills; and relationship-building abilities. Able to develop, and maintain, strong and trusting relationships with hoteliers and colleagues. Pro-active team leader. Accurate with attention to detail. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills (internal and external) in English. Able to work well under pressure and motivated to succeed. A solid working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook. Aptitude for leading and motivating a team. Ability to delegate competently. Able to communicate internally and externally in an effective and timely manner. WebBeds is a global digital travel marketplace for the travel trade, an intermediary connecting hotels and other travel service suppliers to a distribution network of travel buyers all over the world. We connect hotels looking to fill rooms with buyers trying to find rooms. In short, we source bookable content, integrate, aggregate and merchandise that content in our platform, then distribute it to a global network of travel trade buyers, who sell to the travelling public. Our Products range from a Retail Online platform, Integration Connectivity hub and distribution APIs to name but a few and our systems are 100% cloud hosted processing up to 8.3bn search requests daily, with 17million rooms nights sold in FY24. We deliver amazing outcomes using leading edge technology through innovative and creative thinking; and products help our partners deliver amazing travel experiences, enabling travel the world over. Some things that make us stand out! We are a truly global travel organisation, with a global footprint. We have 1200+ people speaking 50+ languages in 120+ cites across 50+ countries. We partner with over 500,000 properties in more than 39,000 locations. We work with more than 50,000 travel buyers in 140 source markets. We have an amazing team delivering valuable outcomes using innovative tech and creative, lateral thinking. Working at WebBeds WebBeds is a fast-paced, results-driven business and that is reflected throughout our company, in our technology, product and perhaps most importantly - in our people. Visit 'Careers' for jobs around the world of WebBeds. Global and regional hotel chains, independent hotels, apartments, resorts, attractions, transfer and sightseeing companies and more - can sell their products through WebBeds by connecting to a global network of over 50,000 online and offline travel buyers through robust solutions that provide greater inventory control to simplify distribution, and leverage WebBeds enhanced analytics to inform inventory optimisation choices - saving costs and increasing revenue. Online travel agencies, retail travel agents, corporate travel managers, tour operators, wholesalers, tourism boards, super apps, DMC's, group providers, airlines and more - can integrate the hundreds of thousands of hotels and ground services in the WebBeds marketplace through simple and seamless API connectivity, or they can search, shop and book online through one of WebBeds trade only booking sites. Our operation. We operate globally through four geographic regions - Europe, Asia Pacific, MEA (Middle East and Africa) and the Americas - with over 2,000 travel professionals working in 120 cities across 50 countries worldwide. WebBeds also operates specialist brands JacTravel DMC and UHl. JacTravel DMC provides tailormade travel arrangements for offline FIT and groups traveling to the UK, Ireland and key mainland European destinations to the international travel trade. UHI is a genuine pioneer, providing online pilgrimage travel services to travel agencies worldwide. WebBeds is a travel brand of the Web Travel Group, an ASX 200 listed company (ASX: WEB) operating global digital travel businesses. We would love to hear from you. Send us a message and a member of the team will get right back to you. Your data is safe with us. To find out more about how WebBeds will use and store your email data go to our Privacy policy page. Your data is safe with us. To find out more about how WebBeds will use and store your email data go to our Privacy policy page.
Independent Non-Executive Director - Legal Affairs British Dodgeball is now seeking an enthusiastic, ambitious and forward-thinking individual with experience in the Legal domain. The role of Independent Non-Executive Director is a voluntary role with all reasonable travel and subsistence expenses fully reimbursed. Since our inception in 2017, British Dodgeball has grown into a resilient organisation with an exciting future. Over the past year we have developed our board with a greater wealth of experience and expertise that may come from knowledge outside of dodgeball to help us transition into the next stage of our evolution. It is these informed and expert voices that will allow us to progress our ambitions and ensure strong oversight of the sport in the UK. The makeup of our board has expanded over the past year with Independent Non- Executive Directors with skills in commercial, events, safeguarding and finance as well as regional membership representation from within the sport and together the appointed and elected individuals will work to steer British Dodgeball's strategic direction moving forward. Key Details Time commitment: Approximately 1-2 days per month, typically 5-6 board meetings per year. Term: 3 years (current maximum of 2 terms) Location: England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales Role Specific Qualifications and Experience: Recognised Legal qualification(s); with a minimum of a LLB Batchelor's degree or Legal Practice Course (LPC). Ideally a minimum of at least two years of post-qualification experience (PQE). Understanding of the volunteer/executive relationship and how this can work best to support the organisation. A basic understanding of the importance of equality and safeguarding in Dodgeball. Legal Non-Executive Director Responsibilities: Provide legal advice, guidance, and support to the Board as required. Provide support and act as a sounding boarding to the CEO and Executive team. Maintain oversight of the Board's legal responsibilities with experience in providing legal oversight and expertise in relation to governance and governing documents to ensure Companies House reporting. Ideally experience or knowledge within a sports setting. Expertise in, and or experience of organisational change, including the tools required to underpin it and the governance tools required to underpin it. Experience with compliance to regulations, statutes, and guidelines with detailed knowledge of the legal implications that underpin them. An understanding of the UK's sporting landscape and the governance standards that exist. Instruct, oversee, or liaise with external lawyers (where appropriate). General Board Director Responsibilities: Actively engage in a collective responsibility approach to the strategic oversight and management of British Dodgeball. Execute the responsibilities of a Company Director in accordance with The Companies Act (2006) and all other relevant legislation. Ensure the effective implementation of Board decisions holding the CEO and Executive team accountable for clear objectives and performance against agreed goals. Safeguard the interests of the membership and stakeholders of the organisation. Engage in the management of organisational risk and oversight of financial sustainability. Act with discretion in respect of any sensitive, confidential, or commercial information. Promote equality of opportunity in participation. Act as an ambassador for British Dodgeball. Participate in any relevant Board Sub-committees or Working groups. Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Board. Closing date for applications: Saturday 22nd February 2025 5pm Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
Independent Non-Executive Director - Legal Affairs British Dodgeball is now seeking an enthusiastic, ambitious and forward-thinking individual with experience in the Legal domain. The role of Independent Non-Executive Director is a voluntary role with all reasonable travel and subsistence expenses fully reimbursed. Since our inception in 2017, British Dodgeball has grown into a resilient organisation with an exciting future. Over the past year we have developed our board with a greater wealth of experience and expertise that may come from knowledge outside of dodgeball to help us transition into the next stage of our evolution. It is these informed and expert voices that will allow us to progress our ambitions and ensure strong oversight of the sport in the UK. The makeup of our board has expanded over the past year with Independent Non- Executive Directors with skills in commercial, events, safeguarding and finance as well as regional membership representation from within the sport and together the appointed and elected individuals will work to steer British Dodgeball's strategic direction moving forward. Key Details Time commitment: Approximately 1-2 days per month, typically 5-6 board meetings per year. Term: 3 years (current maximum of 2 terms) Location: England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales Role Specific Qualifications and Experience: Recognised Legal qualification(s); with a minimum of a LLB Batchelor's degree or Legal Practice Course (LPC). Ideally a minimum of at least two years of post-qualification experience (PQE). Understanding of the volunteer/executive relationship and how this can work best to support the organisation. A basic understanding of the importance of equality and safeguarding in Dodgeball. Legal Non-Executive Director Responsibilities: Provide legal advice, guidance, and support to the Board as required. Provide support and act as a sounding boarding to the CEO and Executive team. Maintain oversight of the Board's legal responsibilities with experience in providing legal oversight and expertise in relation to governance and governing documents to ensure Companies House reporting. Ideally experience or knowledge within a sports setting. Expertise in, and or experience of organisational change, including the tools required to underpin it and the governance tools required to underpin it. Experience with compliance to regulations, statutes, and guidelines with detailed knowledge of the legal implications that underpin them. An understanding of the UK's sporting landscape and the governance standards that exist. Instruct, oversee, or liaise with external lawyers (where appropriate). General Board Director Responsibilities: Actively engage in a collective responsibility approach to the strategic oversight and management of British Dodgeball. Execute the responsibilities of a Company Director in accordance with The Companies Act (2006) and all other relevant legislation. Ensure the effective implementation of Board decisions holding the CEO and Executive team accountable for clear objectives and performance against agreed goals. Safeguard the interests of the membership and stakeholders of the organisation. Engage in the management of organisational risk and oversight of financial sustainability. Act with discretion in respect of any sensitive, confidential, or commercial information. Promote equality of opportunity in participation. Act as an ambassador for British Dodgeball. Participate in any relevant Board Sub-committees or Working groups. Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Board. Closing date for applications: Saturday 22nd February 2025 5pm Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
CBRE is recruiting a Divisional Head of Risk & Compliance for our UK and Ireland Advisory business division. Reporting to the UK Chief Operating Officer with a dotted line to the EMEA Regional Compliance function, the successful candidate will support the UK Risk Management Committee in identifying, documenting, managing, and monitoring key strategic, regulatory and compliance risks. The role will also be responsible for the delivery of CBRE's global Ethics and Compliance program in the UK and Ireland, through local compliance personnel. The Divisional Head of Risk and Compliance will be expected to foster and sustain effective and collaborative relationships with key stakeholders across the UK and Ireland, Continental Europe and wider global CBRE business. The role will be a key partner to support functions and to the wider regional and global compliance community, working closely with the Finance and Controllership functions, UK, Ireland and EMEA Legal teams, People and Learning & Development, Procurement Communications, Digital & Technology and Internal Audit. Key Responsibilities RISK MANAGEMENT • Act as a strategic partner to the UK Risk Management Committee and Senior Leadership in the UK and Ireland, advising the business on the development and execution of the Risk Management programme. • Own and manage the UK risk register, presenting to Risk Management Committee, and making suggestion as to risk mitigation and continued improvement. • To create and deliver a Risk based monitoring programme for Board approval and reporting, including regular review and updates • Support the UK and Ireland Division's contribution to CBRE's global Enterprise Risk Management programme, including feedback on the global Business Risk Inventory. • Facilitate the execution of CBRE's Regulatory and Compliance Risk Assessment activities and foster a senior management culture of empowerment and engagement with Compliance risks. • Oversee CBRE's strategic relationships with, and support internal stakeholders working regularly with, our key regulatory bodies, including the RICS, the Financial Conduct Authority, HMRC, and the ICO. • Support corporate governance involving external risk reporting to stakeholders or clients • Partner with Risk Management colleagues across CBRE's global network, and with our regulated business activities in Continental Europe. COMPLIANCE • Act as a trusted advisor to UK and Ireland management, ensuring CBRE's business objectives are achieved ethically and in compliance with our policies and the law. • Shape the vision and direction for Ethics and Compliance program in UK and Ireland and champion CBRE's RISE Values of Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence. • Maintain CBRE's risk-based Ethics and Compliance programme, and proactively identify gaps within in the Division, to help improve overall programme performance. • Roll out global Ethics and Compliance strategies and initiatives in UK and Ireland to raise awareness of, and raise the standards for, ethics and integrity in our business operations. • Creation and maintenance of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry codes, in alignment with global policy suite. • Support UK and Ireland leadership with compliance communications and training to all levels of the business, including promotion of the Ethics Helpline and a Speak Up culture, • Work with management to ensure the business meets completion targets for global Ethics and Compliance certifications and training • Oversee the execution of internal investigations in the UK and Ireland including, where necessary, directly leading and completing investigations end-to-end. • Oversee completion of AML checks and KYC screening for all clients in accordance with CBRE guidelines and timeframes by those responsible. • Work with CBRE's M&A team on compliance diligence and risk areas in the UK and Ireland, supporting integration of the Compliance program in newly acquired companies • Report to UK and Ireland management and to Regional and Global compliance on key Compliance initiatives and activities. • Serve as an alternative, confidential point of contact for employees to communicate perceived serious process irregularities, such as fraud. QUALITY AND BEST PRACTICE • Manage and Oversee delivery of CBRE UK's Quality management and Best Practice team, supporting the development and delivery of CBRE's ISO Certification program and the associated internal and external audits. • To oversee the management of client complaints and to work closely with management to ensure that full investigation, remediation, and close-out happens within agreed timeframes PEOPLE MANAGEMENT • Lead, and grow over time, a high-performing and engaged team of Compliance professionals, consisting of the UK Compliance Director, Business Process Improvement Manager, Best Practice Liaison Manager, AML analysts and Monitoring professionals. • Attract, select, develop, and retain key talent to the UK and Ireland Compliance function. • Responsible for all aspects of staff management within your team, including but not limited to recruitment, induction, setting objectives, appraisals, team meetings, training, compliance, performance management and staffing levels • Supporting the UK and Ireland participants in the Global Ethics and Compliance Ambassadors program, including participating in and where appropriate presenting to Ethics and Compliance Ambassadors monthly training sessions Person Specification/Requirements ESSENTIAL • Four-year and advanced degrees with a preference in Business Administration, Law, Accounting, Finance or related field. • A professional designation in Compliance, Internal Audit, Accounting, Risk Management or Legal practice areas • Ability to comprehend, analyse, and interpret the most complex business documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive issues. Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches and articles using distinctive style. Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, clients, top management and/or public groups. Ability to motivate and negotiate effectively with key employees, top management, and client groups to take desired action. • Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms, principles and compliance. Reviews complex financial/business analysis and reports prepared by subordinates. Ability to analyse the most complex business/financial data and develop innovative solutions. Develops and implements financial policies and procedures. Approves and oversees department budget. • Advanced knowledge of computer software and hardware (i.e. Microsoft Office suite products). Advanced organizational skills, attention to detail. Ability to work well under pressure with proactive approach to routine and non-routine occurrences • Minimum of 15 years professional level compliance, accounting, or legal experience. • Ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations. Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environment. Draws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company. • Occasional regional / overseas travel to other working locations when required by the business • Leads by example and models behaviours that are consistent with the company's values. • Collaborative and commercially minded, ensuring decisions are made with in-depth understanding and interpretation of procedures, company policies and business practices to achieve complex results. • Responsible for setting project, department and/or division deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause long-term impact to line of business and/or overall company. DESIRABLE • Associate or Chartered Membership of the RICS • Certifications in Anti-Money Laundering and Sanctions, Internal Investigations and Fraud, or in Financial Services regulation • Prior experience in real estate investment and advisory, or related service organizations.
Sep 16, 2022
Full time
CBRE is recruiting a Divisional Head of Risk & Compliance for our UK and Ireland Advisory business division. Reporting to the UK Chief Operating Officer with a dotted line to the EMEA Regional Compliance function, the successful candidate will support the UK Risk Management Committee in identifying, documenting, managing, and monitoring key strategic, regulatory and compliance risks. The role will also be responsible for the delivery of CBRE's global Ethics and Compliance program in the UK and Ireland, through local compliance personnel. The Divisional Head of Risk and Compliance will be expected to foster and sustain effective and collaborative relationships with key stakeholders across the UK and Ireland, Continental Europe and wider global CBRE business. The role will be a key partner to support functions and to the wider regional and global compliance community, working closely with the Finance and Controllership functions, UK, Ireland and EMEA Legal teams, People and Learning & Development, Procurement Communications, Digital & Technology and Internal Audit. Key Responsibilities RISK MANAGEMENT • Act as a strategic partner to the UK Risk Management Committee and Senior Leadership in the UK and Ireland, advising the business on the development and execution of the Risk Management programme. • Own and manage the UK risk register, presenting to Risk Management Committee, and making suggestion as to risk mitigation and continued improvement. • To create and deliver a Risk based monitoring programme for Board approval and reporting, including regular review and updates • Support the UK and Ireland Division's contribution to CBRE's global Enterprise Risk Management programme, including feedback on the global Business Risk Inventory. • Facilitate the execution of CBRE's Regulatory and Compliance Risk Assessment activities and foster a senior management culture of empowerment and engagement with Compliance risks. • Oversee CBRE's strategic relationships with, and support internal stakeholders working regularly with, our key regulatory bodies, including the RICS, the Financial Conduct Authority, HMRC, and the ICO. • Support corporate governance involving external risk reporting to stakeholders or clients • Partner with Risk Management colleagues across CBRE's global network, and with our regulated business activities in Continental Europe. COMPLIANCE • Act as a trusted advisor to UK and Ireland management, ensuring CBRE's business objectives are achieved ethically and in compliance with our policies and the law. • Shape the vision and direction for Ethics and Compliance program in UK and Ireland and champion CBRE's RISE Values of Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence. • Maintain CBRE's risk-based Ethics and Compliance programme, and proactively identify gaps within in the Division, to help improve overall programme performance. • Roll out global Ethics and Compliance strategies and initiatives in UK and Ireland to raise awareness of, and raise the standards for, ethics and integrity in our business operations. • Creation and maintenance of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry codes, in alignment with global policy suite. • Support UK and Ireland leadership with compliance communications and training to all levels of the business, including promotion of the Ethics Helpline and a Speak Up culture, • Work with management to ensure the business meets completion targets for global Ethics and Compliance certifications and training • Oversee the execution of internal investigations in the UK and Ireland including, where necessary, directly leading and completing investigations end-to-end. • Oversee completion of AML checks and KYC screening for all clients in accordance with CBRE guidelines and timeframes by those responsible. • Work with CBRE's M&A team on compliance diligence and risk areas in the UK and Ireland, supporting integration of the Compliance program in newly acquired companies • Report to UK and Ireland management and to Regional and Global compliance on key Compliance initiatives and activities. • Serve as an alternative, confidential point of contact for employees to communicate perceived serious process irregularities, such as fraud. QUALITY AND BEST PRACTICE • Manage and Oversee delivery of CBRE UK's Quality management and Best Practice team, supporting the development and delivery of CBRE's ISO Certification program and the associated internal and external audits. • To oversee the management of client complaints and to work closely with management to ensure that full investigation, remediation, and close-out happens within agreed timeframes PEOPLE MANAGEMENT • Lead, and grow over time, a high-performing and engaged team of Compliance professionals, consisting of the UK Compliance Director, Business Process Improvement Manager, Best Practice Liaison Manager, AML analysts and Monitoring professionals. • Attract, select, develop, and retain key talent to the UK and Ireland Compliance function. • Responsible for all aspects of staff management within your team, including but not limited to recruitment, induction, setting objectives, appraisals, team meetings, training, compliance, performance management and staffing levels • Supporting the UK and Ireland participants in the Global Ethics and Compliance Ambassadors program, including participating in and where appropriate presenting to Ethics and Compliance Ambassadors monthly training sessions Person Specification/Requirements ESSENTIAL • Four-year and advanced degrees with a preference in Business Administration, Law, Accounting, Finance or related field. • A professional designation in Compliance, Internal Audit, Accounting, Risk Management or Legal practice areas • Ability to comprehend, analyse, and interpret the most complex business documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive issues. Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches and articles using distinctive style. Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, clients, top management and/or public groups. Ability to motivate and negotiate effectively with key employees, top management, and client groups to take desired action. • Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms, principles and compliance. Reviews complex financial/business analysis and reports prepared by subordinates. Ability to analyse the most complex business/financial data and develop innovative solutions. Develops and implements financial policies and procedures. Approves and oversees department budget. • Advanced knowledge of computer software and hardware (i.e. Microsoft Office suite products). Advanced organizational skills, attention to detail. Ability to work well under pressure with proactive approach to routine and non-routine occurrences • Minimum of 15 years professional level compliance, accounting, or legal experience. • Ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations. Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environment. Draws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company. • Occasional regional / overseas travel to other working locations when required by the business • Leads by example and models behaviours that are consistent with the company's values. • Collaborative and commercially minded, ensuring decisions are made with in-depth understanding and interpretation of procedures, company policies and business practices to achieve complex results. • Responsible for setting project, department and/or division deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause long-term impact to line of business and/or overall company. DESIRABLE • Associate or Chartered Membership of the RICS • Certifications in Anti-Money Laundering and Sanctions, Internal Investigations and Fraud, or in Financial Services regulation • Prior experience in real estate investment and advisory, or related service organizations.
