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Company Description With a history that dates back over 80 years,Starcomis a global communications planning and media leader. We are an agency still grounded in our founding principle that people are at the centre of all we do. Each day, we apply this belief to harness the transformative power of data and technology to inspire and move people and business forward. With more than 7,000 employees in over 100 offices around the world, we are the flagship Publicis Media agency that uses our 'Power of One' business model, with teams that span multiple disciplines across clients such as Aldi, P&G, P&O Ferries, Primark, Samsung, Stellantis, and Visa. We place a huge focus on our People and have driven flagship D&I and L&D programmes within Publicis Media; our goal is to help every individual reach their fullest potential and we encourage everyone to make "Brave Plays" in how they approach their work and their own career development. As a result, we have an exceptionally energised and committed talent base, all of us proud of our welcoming and supportive culture, as evidenced by our recognition as one of Campaign's Best Places to Work for three years in a row (2021, 2022 and 2023) and most excitingly,Media Week's Agency of the Year 2023! Job Description 6 Month Fixed Term Contract Are you a meticulous problem-solver with a passion for process accuracy and collaboration? We're looking for a detail-driven Operations Senior Executive to support our media reconciliation and vendor invoicing process for one of our largest global clients. In this role, you'll be the connective force between Activation, Finance, and Accounts Payable-ensuring every booking, invoice, and tracker tells the same story. You'll dive into data, identify mismatches, and help ensure our reconciliations are watertight and fully auditable. This isn't a processing role-it's a critical operations support position where accuracy, communication, and ownership make all the difference. Responsibilities What You'll Do Partner with the Activation team to reconcile media bookings against media plans, vendor delivery data, and invoices. Track and validate residual balances where invoicing doesn't align with bookings or delivery. Maintain live status trackers and ensure all reconciliations are fully documented. Liaise with vendors and internal teams to resolve discrepancies swiftly and professionally. Prepare clear summary reports for leadership, highlighting risks, progress, and next steps. Escalate material issues to Operations and Finance leads as needed. How Success Will Be Measured Accuracy: Live trackers kept up to date with correct reconciliation statuses. Timeliness: Quick turnaround in investigations and reporting. Impact: Reduction in inaccurate or aged balances across assigned markets. Audit Readiness: Full documentation supporting reconciled items and decisions. Qualifications What You Bring Experience in media operations, reconciliation, or client reporting (agency experience a plus). Advanced Excel and data analysis skills. Familiarity with media and finance systems (e.g. Prisma, MediaOcean) preferred. Exceptional attention to detail, organisation, and accountability. Excellent communication skills-able to work collaboratively across teams and geographies. Self-starter who thrives under time pressure and manages multiple priorities with ease. Bonus Points For Experience reconciling large transaction volumes. Understanding of media planning and buying workflows. Exposure to Accounts Payable or vendor statement reconciliation. A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to think critically. If you're passionate about operational excellence and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment-this is your chance to make an impact on a global scale. Apply now and help us keep our media operations running with precision and clarity. Additional Information Starcomhas fantastic benefits on offer to all of our employees. In addition to the classics, Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical and Income Protection Plans we also offer: WORK YOUR WORLD opportunity to work anywhere in the world, where there is a Publicis office, for up to 6 weeks a year. REFLECTION DAYS - Two additional days of paid leave to step away from your usual day-to-day work and create time to focus on your well-being and self-care. BENEFITS 24/7 helpline to support you on a personal and professional level. Access to remote GPs, mental health support and CBT. Wellbeing content and lifestyle coaching. FAMILY FRIENDLY POLICIES We provide 26 weeks of full pay for the following family milestones: Maternity, Adoption, Surrogacy and Shared Parental Leave. FLEXIBLE WORKING, BANK HOLIDAY SWAP & BIRTHDAY DAY OFF You are entitled to an additional day off for your birthday, from your first day of employment. GREAT LOCAL DISCOUNTS This includes membership discounts with Soho Friends, local restaurants and retailers in Westfield White City and Television Centre. Full details of our benefits will be shared when you join us! Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full time employees being office-based three days during the working week. We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process. Please make sure you check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG's (Employee Action Groups).

VoCoVo specialises in innovative communication solutions tailored for businesses, particularly within the retail sector. Our flagship products are designed to create a connected store experience, facilitating seamless communication among retail staff to enhance efficiency and elevate customer service. We empower teams to collaborate effortlessly and achieve their retail goals. With over 250,000 users across more than 10,000 locations in 21+ countries, and recognition as one of the top 100 best small-to-medium size businesses to work for, join us on our journey! Please note, to apply for this position you must be based in the UKand have the legal right to work in the UK. Role Overview At VoCoVo, we're on an exciting journey and as Head of Delivery you'll play a pivotal role in shaping how we bring that vision to life. You'll lead, empower and inspire a talented delivery function, spanning delivery management,project management and release & incident management across both Software and Hardware engineering/product management. You'll ensure that our technical projects and initiatives are executed efficiently. You'llremove barriers and ensure momentum is maintained,enabling us to innovate, scale and deliver exceptional products with confidence and clarity. Working closely with Product, Engineering and cross functional teams, you'll drive operational excellence from build through to launch and will foster a culture of continuous improvement. This role is offered on a 12 month fixed term contract (FTC) basis and isa hybrid positionwith 1 day per week spent onsite, this may be ateither ofour Cheltenham or Shipton-under-Wychwood locations. What we're looking for Strong experience in project and delivery management, leading complex programmes and large scale initiatives. A proven ability to coach, guide and empower high-performing delivery teams (eg., Scrum Masters, Delivery Managers, Release Managers and Project Managers). Expertise in translating complex data into clear, actionable reports for Senior Leaders. Highlighting key performance indicators, trends and opportunities to drive organisational strategy and efficiency. Experience of overseeing Release Management, providing leadership and governance across planning, scheduling and deployment to ensure alignment with business priorities and development timelines. A background in leading go-to-market (GTM) initiatives, working closely with Sales, Marketing and Customer Success to ensure alignment and successful execution. Deep knowledge of Agile, Waterfall and hybrid delivery methodologies, with the ability to tailor your approach to the context and organisational maturity. Strong change leadership skills, you'll becapable of articulating a compelling vision and engaging stakeholders at every level. Experience managing portfolio risks and dependencies, proactively identifying and mitigating challenges. Confidence in translating technical or complex delivery challenges into simple, relatable insights for non-technical audiences. Nice to have skills Experience leading and co-ordinating delivery across software and hardware teams to deliver technology projects efficiently. Exposure to a fast-paced, scaling environment where priorities evolve rapidly. An understanding of product management principles to strengthen collaboration with product teams. Curiosity about new delivery trends and a willingness to explore innovative ways of working. What you'll do Lead, develop and manage the Delivery function, consisting of three core pillars; Software Delivery, Hardware Project Management and Release & Incident Management, fostering a high-performance culture. Drive measurable improvements in delivery predictability, removing any unnecessary steps in workflows. Monitor and report on planned vs actual outcomes, identifying gaps and recommending actions to optimise performance. Provide leadership, coaching and facilitation to the team, promoting a culture of innovative agile practices. Grow talent and build inclusive, collaborative, high-performing teams united by shared goals and mutual respect. Identify and remove blockers, enabling efficient delivery across the tech organisation. Provide delivery reporting and visibility of key metrics to stakeholders across the business. Partner with Delivery and Project Managers to review andmonitor product and projectperformance through regular reviews, identify risks and issues and implement corrective actions as needed. Act as the escalation point for major delivery challenges, ensuring swift resolution and minimal business impact. Track project costs across the tech portfolio, ensuring transparency around spend (innovation, BAU, scale) and future resourcing needs. Support the professional development and continuous improvementof delivery, release and project managers as the team scales with business growth. Advocate for agile delivery practices across the organisation, contributing to increased agile understanding and maturity. Identify organisational processes that do not supportagile delivery and work cross-functionally to transform them. Promote the adoption of tooling and data-driven decision-making to strengthen predictability and outcomes. What does success look like? Success means leading a delivery function that consistently drives value, enables strategic initiatives and helps VoCoVo achieve its goals. It may be reflected through: Empowered, aligned, high-performing teams. Reliable and predictable delivery outcomes. Proactive risk and dependency management. Strong relationships and stakeholder confidence. Scalable practices and continuous improvement. An organisation equipped to navigate complexity and change with clarity. Salary Salary range: £90,000 - £100,000 Benefits 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (increases with years of service) Option to buy or sell 5 days holiday each year Sick Pay - 8 weeks full pay, 4 weeks half pay Life Assurance - (4 times basic pay) Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP) Cycle2Work Scheme Electric car green salary sacrifice scheme Enhanced Maternity & Paternity package Child Care Scheme Training & development opportunities Company organised events Pension (Royal London Group) 5% employer contribution matched Apple MacBook, Wireless Magic Mouse and Keyboard, monitor and headphones Diversity and Inclusion At VoCoVo, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Our commitment is to create an environment that champions equity, innovation, and collaboration, ensuring all team members can flourish. Join us in shaping the future together. We are alsocommitted to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process, so please let usknow if you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage. Company Values VALUED Our Colleagues, Customers, and Stakeholders are valued; treated with respect, empathy,and operate with honesty and integrity ONE TEAM Collaboration of all for VoCoVo's happiness and success INNOVATION Our products are constantly evolving to tackle the pain points of retailers across the globe CUSTOMER FOCUSED Our customers love VoCoVo at every level, every interaction with us is frictionless, and we are integral to their operations EMPOWERED Our people are empowered to do the right thing and make decisions without loads of red tape If you feel this could be the right fit, apply now!

Senior Project Manager - HubSpot Implementation (6 month FTC) Department: Operations Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time Location: London Reporting To: VP of Strategic Projects Compensation: £60,000 - £80,000 / year Description We're Pod - one of the UK's leading EV charging providers, trusted by over 250,000 customers and powering more than 5 million miles every single day. But behind the numbers is a team of passionate people working together to shape a smarter, more sustainable future. We're seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead an end-to-end HubSpot implementation across our organization. This strategic, high-visibility role will drive the successful deployment of HubSpot CRM, Marketing, Sales, and Service Hubs, ensuring adoption and delivering measurable business outcomes. It's a fantastic opportunity to lead a high-impact CRM transformation that will shape how we engage with customers and scale our business. If you're a seasoned project manager with HubSpot expertise and a passion for delivering results, we want to hear from you! We started off in 2009 as Pod Point, helping people make the switch to electric as EVs began to hit the road. Today, we're leading the way into a smarter energy future. Now part of the EDF Family, a global leader in low-carbon energy, we're giving people and communities the power move confidently through electrification. We're proud to be the trusted charging partner for leading automotive brands like Mercedes, Jaguar Land Rover, BMW, and Kia; home builders Barratt and Bellway; and retail giants including Tesco. Our smart charging solutions don't just support EV drivers - they help balance the grid, lower costs, and make clean energy accessible to everyone. Please note this is a 6 month, fixed-term contract. Responsibilities Lead Full Lifecycle Implementation - you'll manage HubSpot CRM, Marketing, Sales & Service Hub deployment from initiation through optimization Project Governance - you'll establish and maintain governance frameworks, including project plans, timelines, RAID logs, and change control procedures Requirements Gathering - you'll conduct structured workshops with stakeholders to capture technical and business needs, translating them into actionable specification System Configuration and Integration - you'll oversee configuration, data migration, integrations, and testing to ensure seamless delivery Reporting and Communication - you'll provide consistent project reporting, including dashboards, executive summaries, and KPI tracking Stakeholder Coordination - you'll align internal teams, external partners, and vendors to ensure successful delivery and collaboration Risk and Issue Management - you'll proactively identify risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing mitigation strategies User Adoption and Training - you'll drive onboarding, training, and documentation to ensure smooth adoption and long term success Budget and Resource Management - you'll monitor project budgets, control costs, and allocate resources effectively to meet delivery targets Post-Implementation Optimisation - you'll lead continuous improvement initiatives post launch, ensuring HubSpot is fully leveraged to deliver ongoing business value. What you'll bring to the role 5-8+ years of project management experience, ideally in HubSpot, SaaS, or digital transformation projects Demonstrated expertise in HubSpot implementation (CRM, Marketing, Sales & Service Hubs) Strong understanding of project governance and PM methodologies (Agile/Waterfall) Proven ability to run requirements workshops and document clear specifications Exceptional reporting and communication skills, with experience presenting to senior stakeholders Strong analytical, problem solving, and stakeholder management capabilities Project Management Certification (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) is a plus. Bonus Skills Experience integrating HubSpot with other enterprise systems Knowledge of data governance, data migration, and process mapping Background in sales operations, CRM strategy, or marketing operations. Our Ways of Working We're all about flexibility, community and a healthy work life balance. Our hybrid model offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office working. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but you can expect to work from our London office between 8 12 days per month. To support this, the successful applicant should be within a reasonably commutable distance to our office (Gray's Inn Road, London, WC1X 8HB). Perks that spark joy Access for you and up to 5 family/friends to the 'UnMind' wellbeing platform Pod Charger Flexible hybrid working model Work abroad for up to 20 days per year Family & friend discount scheme 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays) Very generous parental and family leave Pension scheme with a 4.5% matched contribution Eyecare scheme Life insurance covering up to 4x your annual salary Virtual GP provided by HealthHero Employee Assistance Program Free Mortgage Advice Discounted Gym Memberships Cycle2Work Scheme Important Information You must have the legal right to work in the UK. 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