Join us at Barclays as an Investment Banking Vice President in Consumer Retail Group Coverage. In role you'll take a lead role in working with team members on research and analysis of Consumer Retail Group sector/companies, company valuations, finance modelling, marketing materials and transaction documentation. Mergers and Acquisitions will be a central focus for this team, you'll play a key part in both origination and execution of these transactions. To be successful as an Investment Banking Vice President, you'll need: Strong M&A and financing skills First class experience required of complex financial modelling, valuation techniques, presentation preparation, due diligence and financial analysis Experience in deal origination: helping generate ideas, writing presentations and handling client follow up Proven presentation skills - evidence of leading client presentations A solid track record of executing transactions in Consumer Retail Group Some other highly valued skills include: Experience of working in Investment Banking Consumer Retail Group Coverage at VP level Strong understanding of professional ethics and regulatory environment You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills. The position is based in our Canary Wharf, London office. This role is deemed as a Certified role under the PRA & UK Financial Conduct Authority - Individual Accountabilities Regulations and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks. Purpose of the role To build and maintain relationships with clients, understand their needs, expectations and financial goals to develop and propose appropriate investment banking solutions for clients and their companies Accountabilities Development and maintenance of strong relationships with corporate clients by understanding their business, financial goals, and industry trends. Generation of ideas and identification of opportunities that expand the bank's client base and generate new business opportunities. In-depth financial analysis and due diligence on client companies to assess their financial health and valuation. Collaboration with legal and compliance teams to review, draft, and maintain legal documentation required for transactions, including contracts and agreements. Collaboration with other teams, such as Capital Markets, Sales and Trading, Research, and Risk Management, to provide comprehensive solutions to clients. Champion Energy Transition and Sustainability by engaging with clients on their climate, transition strategies and sustainable finance opportunities where applicable. To build and maintain relationships with clients, understand their needs, expectations and financial goals to develop and propose appropriate investment banking solutions for clients and their companies. Vice President Expectations To contribute or set strategy, drive requirements and make recommendations for change. Plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and maintain policies/ processes; deliver continuous improvements and elevate breaches of policies/procedures. If managing a team, they define jobs and responsibilities, planning for the department's future needs and operations, counselling employees on performance and contributing to employee pay decisions/changes. They may also lead a number of specialists to influence the operations of a department, in alignment with strategic as well as tactical priorities, while balancing short and long term goals and ensuring that budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements. If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they will be a subject matter expert within own discipline and will guide technical direction. They will lead collaborative, multi-year assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions. Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management on functional and cross functional areas of impact and alignment. Manage and mitigate risks through assessment, in support of the control and governance agenda. Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work your team does. Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the organisation functions to contribute to achieving the goals of the business. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategies. Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought comparing and selecting complex alternatives. In-depth analysis with interpretative thinking will be required to define problems and develop innovative solutions. Adopt and include the outcomes of extensive research in problem solving processes. Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to accomplish key business objectives, using influencing and negotiating skills to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
Join us at Barclays as an Investment Banking Vice President in Consumer Retail Group Coverage. In role you'll take a lead role in working with team members on research and analysis of Consumer Retail Group sector/companies, company valuations, finance modelling, marketing materials and transaction documentation. Mergers and Acquisitions will be a central focus for this team, you'll play a key part in both origination and execution of these transactions. To be successful as an Investment Banking Vice President, you'll need: Strong M&A and financing skills First class experience required of complex financial modelling, valuation techniques, presentation preparation, due diligence and financial analysis Experience in deal origination: helping generate ideas, writing presentations and handling client follow up Proven presentation skills - evidence of leading client presentations A solid track record of executing transactions in Consumer Retail Group Some other highly valued skills include: Experience of working in Investment Banking Consumer Retail Group Coverage at VP level Strong understanding of professional ethics and regulatory environment You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills. The position is based in our Canary Wharf, London office. This role is deemed as a Certified role under the PRA & UK Financial Conduct Authority - Individual Accountabilities Regulations and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks. Purpose of the role To build and maintain relationships with clients, understand their needs, expectations and financial goals to develop and propose appropriate investment banking solutions for clients and their companies Accountabilities Development and maintenance of strong relationships with corporate clients by understanding their business, financial goals, and industry trends. Generation of ideas and identification of opportunities that expand the bank's client base and generate new business opportunities. In-depth financial analysis and due diligence on client companies to assess their financial health and valuation. Collaboration with legal and compliance teams to review, draft, and maintain legal documentation required for transactions, including contracts and agreements. Collaboration with other teams, such as Capital Markets, Sales and Trading, Research, and Risk Management, to provide comprehensive solutions to clients. Champion Energy Transition and Sustainability by engaging with clients on their climate, transition strategies and sustainable finance opportunities where applicable. To build and maintain relationships with clients, understand their needs, expectations and financial goals to develop and propose appropriate investment banking solutions for clients and their companies. Vice President Expectations To contribute or set strategy, drive requirements and make recommendations for change. Plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and maintain policies/ processes; deliver continuous improvements and elevate breaches of policies/procedures. If managing a team, they define jobs and responsibilities, planning for the department's future needs and operations, counselling employees on performance and contributing to employee pay decisions/changes. They may also lead a number of specialists to influence the operations of a department, in alignment with strategic as well as tactical priorities, while balancing short and long term goals and ensuring that budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements. If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they will be a subject matter expert within own discipline and will guide technical direction. They will lead collaborative, multi-year assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions. Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management on functional and cross functional areas of impact and alignment. Manage and mitigate risks through assessment, in support of the control and governance agenda. Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work your team does. Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the organisation functions to contribute to achieving the goals of the business. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategies. Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought comparing and selecting complex alternatives. In-depth analysis with interpretative thinking will be required to define problems and develop innovative solutions. Adopt and include the outcomes of extensive research in problem solving processes. Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to accomplish key business objectives, using influencing and negotiating skills to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.
Overview We are seeking a Global Talent Acquisition Partner to join our team! The Global Talent Acquisition Specialist will help attract, engage, and hire exceptional talent across all regions for a growing global software company. As a key member of the Global Talent Acquisition Center of Expertise, this position will report to the VP of Global Human Resources and Talent Acquisition. Working in close partnership with hiring managers, HR teams, and business leaders worldwide, the Global Talent Acquisition Specialist will deliver a best-in-class candidate experience that aligns with business goals, strengthens our employer brand, and supports our mission to build high-performing, diverse teams across the globe. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate recruiter who thrives in an international, fast-paced environment and wants to make a measurable impact on the company's growth and culture. This position is based in Bristol, England, U.K., and follows a hybrid work model, with two days in the office and three days remote each week. Responsibilities Manage the full recruitment lifecycle: intake meetings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer management, and onboarding coordination. Source and attract diverse candidates globally through creative outreach, networking, and market research. Responsible for recruitment efforts in various regions and collaborating with teams across various time zones. Partner with hiring leaders to define hiring needs, job requirements, and recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives. Ensure a high-quality, inclusive candidate experience and represent the company culture throughout the process. Stay current on market trends and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR). Participate within the global TA team in the implementation of TA CoE initiatives. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including at least 2 years in a global or regional scope. Proven experience recruiting for positions within software, FinTech, SaaS, or other technology sectors. Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (e.g., Greenhouse, Workday, iCIMS) and sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, etc.). Strong stakeholder management, communication, and organizational skills. Analytical mindset and ability to use data to drive recruiting decisions. Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion in hiring practices. Company Overview 74Software, affiliated with Axway and SBS, together, we deliver secure, mission-critical software that powers a data-driven world. Independently operated leaders with decades of proven expertise. From secure integration and API solutions to cloud-based banking platforms, we help global organizations and financial institutions thrive. For more than 25 years, Axway has helped major brands and government agencies worldwide with trusted solutions in Managed File Transfer (MFT), B2B integration, APIs, and Financial Accounting Hub products. SBS empowers banks and financial institutions to reimagine the future with a composable, cloud-based architecture supporting deposits, lending, compliance, payments, consumer finance, and asset finance operations across the globe. Why 74Software? We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, knowing our people are our greatest strength. Join us and be part of a team where you can thrive, grow, and make an impact. We offer benefits that support your health, growth, and lifestyle, so you can thrive at work and beyond, including health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, flexible work, career development, competitive pay, and global culture perks.
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Overview We are seeking a Global Talent Acquisition Partner to join our team! The Global Talent Acquisition Specialist will help attract, engage, and hire exceptional talent across all regions for a growing global software company. As a key member of the Global Talent Acquisition Center of Expertise, this position will report to the VP of Global Human Resources and Talent Acquisition. Working in close partnership with hiring managers, HR teams, and business leaders worldwide, the Global Talent Acquisition Specialist will deliver a best-in-class candidate experience that aligns with business goals, strengthens our employer brand, and supports our mission to build high-performing, diverse teams across the globe. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate recruiter who thrives in an international, fast-paced environment and wants to make a measurable impact on the company's growth and culture. This position is based in Bristol, England, U.K., and follows a hybrid work model, with two days in the office and three days remote each week. Responsibilities Manage the full recruitment lifecycle: intake meetings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer management, and onboarding coordination. Source and attract diverse candidates globally through creative outreach, networking, and market research. Responsible for recruitment efforts in various regions and collaborating with teams across various time zones. Partner with hiring leaders to define hiring needs, job requirements, and recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives. Ensure a high-quality, inclusive candidate experience and represent the company culture throughout the process. Stay current on market trends and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR). Participate within the global TA team in the implementation of TA CoE initiatives. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including at least 2 years in a global or regional scope. Proven experience recruiting for positions within software, FinTech, SaaS, or other technology sectors. Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (e.g., Greenhouse, Workday, iCIMS) and sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, etc.). Strong stakeholder management, communication, and organizational skills. Analytical mindset and ability to use data to drive recruiting decisions. Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion in hiring practices. Company Overview 74Software, affiliated with Axway and SBS, together, we deliver secure, mission-critical software that powers a data-driven world. Independently operated leaders with decades of proven expertise. From secure integration and API solutions to cloud-based banking platforms, we help global organizations and financial institutions thrive. For more than 25 years, Axway has helped major brands and government agencies worldwide with trusted solutions in Managed File Transfer (MFT), B2B integration, APIs, and Financial Accounting Hub products. SBS empowers banks and financial institutions to reimagine the future with a composable, cloud-based architecture supporting deposits, lending, compliance, payments, consumer finance, and asset finance operations across the globe. Why 74Software? We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, knowing our people are our greatest strength. Join us and be part of a team where you can thrive, grow, and make an impact. We offer benefits that support your health, growth, and lifestyle, so you can thrive at work and beyond, including health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, flexible work, career development, competitive pay, and global culture perks.
The Chief Product & Marketing Officer (CPMO) is an Executive Committee role with accountability for shaping and delivering Kroo's product and commercial strategy, driving sustainable revenue growth, profitability, and overall commercial performance across lending, deposits, and current accounts. The CPMO will own the development and execution of a coherent end-to-end commercial plan, bringing together product, pricing, distribution, and go-to-market execution to drive sustainable growth across customer segments, while operating within the bank's risk appetite, regulatory framework, and budget. The role will provide clear executive leadership across product (specifically organic lending, deposits, and current accounts) and marketing functions, ensuring effective prioritisation, governance, performance management and delivery discipline. Key responsibilities Product strategy and governance Continue to develop a compelling differentiated vision for the bank, and inspire Kroo's people to make it happen. Provide executive leadership for the Product function, overseeing product strategy and lifecycle management across deposits, lending, payments, and related services - ensuring product strategy and roadmap support Kroo's commercial objectives and customer proposition. Develop close partnerships with engineering, design, QA, and other functions to pursue optimised ways of working and high quality delivery. Develop market and customer research, define segment strategies, value propositions, and go-to-market plans, ensuring propositions are competitive, differentiated, and economically sound Develop strategic partnerships to expand reach, capabilities, and revenue streams, evaluating fintech, platform, and ecosystem opportunities Strengthen end-to-end product governance, including product lifecycle management, prioritisation, change control and delivery outcomes. Ensure the product roadmap is appropriately resourced, sequenced and controlled, balancing delivery pace with operational readiness and regulatory compliance. Commercial strategy and planning Lead the development and execution of Kroo's commercial strategy, ensuring alignment to the Bank's overall strategic plan and financial targets. Identify growth opportunities across products, segments, and channels Own the annual commercial plan and medium-term outlook covering revenue, margin, product performance and customer propositions. Ensure the Bank operates with strong commercial governance, including pricing, margin management, product profitability and investment prioritisation. Develop close partnerships with the Chief Operating Officer, Chief Risk Officer, Chief Finance Officer and relevant committees. Lending leadership and portfolio growth Provide executive oversight of the Lending function including strategy, origination performance, pricing / mergin proposition development and portfolio growth. Drive disciplined lending growth aligned to the Bank's risk appetite. Ensure robust monitoring of lending performance, including portfolio metrics across margin / yield, arrears, recoveries, impairments and early warning indicators, driving discipled cost-to-income outcomes through commercial efficiency strategies. Support the continued development of lending products and distribution approaches, with appropriate operational and control frameworks. Marketing Marketing & Brand Leadership Lead all marketing functions: brand, product marketing, and CRM Define, scale and protect the bank's brand, value proposition and customer promise Own and develop the bank's go- to market strategy for products (and services), Design, implement and oversee execution of bank wide marketing strategy, leading acquisition / performance marketing / partnerships and channel optimization Partner with Risk, Operations, and Compliance. Ensure marketing effectiveness through KPIs, ROI, attribution, analytics and executive reporting Performance management, MI and reporting Ensure strong management information and reporting frameworks across products (lending, deposits, accounts) and marketing. lProvide timely and high-quality ExCo and Board reporting on commercial performance, pipeline and delivery of strategic initiatives. Ensure effective identification and escalation of commercial risks and issues. Executive leadership and wider governance Act as a senior leader of Kroo Bank, contributing to the Bank's overall strategy, culture and performance. Represent the division in internal governance forums, committees and Board discussions as required. Ensure effective collaboration with Finance & Legal, Risk & Compliance, Technology, People and Operations to deliver the Bank's objectives. Build, develop and retain a high-performing commercial team with appropriate capability and succession planning. Digital & Challenger Banking Senior commercial and product leadership experience within a digital bank, challenger bank, fintech, or technology-led financial services business. Proven track record scaling customer growth and revenues. Hands-on experience operating in a fully regulated UK banking environment (PRA / FCA). Early-Stage to Scale-Up Growth Experience building commercial engines in high-growth environments with limited legacy infrastructure. Ability to move from MVP propositions to scaled, repeatable revenue models. Comfortable balancing experimentation with regulatory discipline. Product-Led Growth Strong background in product-led growth for consumer and / or SME banking products (current accounts, savings, lending). Experience monetising free or low-fee propositions through adjacencies (interest margin, lending, partnerships). Deep understanding of customer behaviour. Pricing, Unit Economics & Sustainability Expertise in unit economics, contribution margin, and lifetime value modelling. Experience managing net interest margin, funding costs, and deposit growth. Proven ability to drive sustainable economics without eroding customer trust. Data-Driven Commercial Decisioning Competent use of data, experimentation, and cohort analysis to drive growth and optimisation. Experience partnering closely with data and engineering teams. Go-to-Market & Distribution Ownership of end-to-end go-to-market for financial products. Experience optimising acquisition channels, onboarding, and conversion funnels. Familiarity with growth marketing and partnerships. Risk, Regulation & Conduct Strong understanding of credit risk, conduct risk, and regulatory obligations in banking. Experience embedding risk and compliance into commercial decision-making. Leadership Style & Capabilities Builder mindset: comfortable designing structure, processes, and teams. Highly collaborative. Clear communicator able to engage regulators, investors, and boards. Comfortable being hands-on while scaling teams and capability.
Feb 15, 2026
Full time
The Chief Product & Marketing Officer (CPMO) is an Executive Committee role with accountability for shaping and delivering Kroo's product and commercial strategy, driving sustainable revenue growth, profitability, and overall commercial performance across lending, deposits, and current accounts. The CPMO will own the development and execution of a coherent end-to-end commercial plan, bringing together product, pricing, distribution, and go-to-market execution to drive sustainable growth across customer segments, while operating within the bank's risk appetite, regulatory framework, and budget. The role will provide clear executive leadership across product (specifically organic lending, deposits, and current accounts) and marketing functions, ensuring effective prioritisation, governance, performance management and delivery discipline. Key responsibilities Product strategy and governance Continue to develop a compelling differentiated vision for the bank, and inspire Kroo's people to make it happen. Provide executive leadership for the Product function, overseeing product strategy and lifecycle management across deposits, lending, payments, and related services - ensuring product strategy and roadmap support Kroo's commercial objectives and customer proposition. Develop close partnerships with engineering, design, QA, and other functions to pursue optimised ways of working and high quality delivery. Develop market and customer research, define segment strategies, value propositions, and go-to-market plans, ensuring propositions are competitive, differentiated, and economically sound Develop strategic partnerships to expand reach, capabilities, and revenue streams, evaluating fintech, platform, and ecosystem opportunities Strengthen end-to-end product governance, including product lifecycle management, prioritisation, change control and delivery outcomes. Ensure the product roadmap is appropriately resourced, sequenced and controlled, balancing delivery pace with operational readiness and regulatory compliance. Commercial strategy and planning Lead the development and execution of Kroo's commercial strategy, ensuring alignment to the Bank's overall strategic plan and financial targets. Identify growth opportunities across products, segments, and channels Own the annual commercial plan and medium-term outlook covering revenue, margin, product performance and customer propositions. Ensure the Bank operates with strong commercial governance, including pricing, margin management, product profitability and investment prioritisation. Develop close partnerships with the Chief Operating Officer, Chief Risk Officer, Chief Finance Officer and relevant committees. Lending leadership and portfolio growth Provide executive oversight of the Lending function including strategy, origination performance, pricing / mergin proposition development and portfolio growth. Drive disciplined lending growth aligned to the Bank's risk appetite. Ensure robust monitoring of lending performance, including portfolio metrics across margin / yield, arrears, recoveries, impairments and early warning indicators, driving discipled cost-to-income outcomes through commercial efficiency strategies. Support the continued development of lending products and distribution approaches, with appropriate operational and control frameworks. Marketing Marketing & Brand Leadership Lead all marketing functions: brand, product marketing, and CRM Define, scale and protect the bank's brand, value proposition and customer promise Own and develop the bank's go- to market strategy for products (and services), Design, implement and oversee execution of bank wide marketing strategy, leading acquisition / performance marketing / partnerships and channel optimization Partner with Risk, Operations, and Compliance. Ensure marketing effectiveness through KPIs, ROI, attribution, analytics and executive reporting Performance management, MI and reporting Ensure strong management information and reporting frameworks across products (lending, deposits, accounts) and marketing. lProvide timely and high-quality ExCo and Board reporting on commercial performance, pipeline and delivery of strategic initiatives. Ensure effective identification and escalation of commercial risks and issues. Executive leadership and wider governance Act as a senior leader of Kroo Bank, contributing to the Bank's overall strategy, culture and performance. Represent the division in internal governance forums, committees and Board discussions as required. Ensure effective collaboration with Finance & Legal, Risk & Compliance, Technology, People and Operations to deliver the Bank's objectives. Build, develop and retain a high-performing commercial team with appropriate capability and succession planning. Digital & Challenger Banking Senior commercial and product leadership experience within a digital bank, challenger bank, fintech, or technology-led financial services business. Proven track record scaling customer growth and revenues. Hands-on experience operating in a fully regulated UK banking environment (PRA / FCA). Early-Stage to Scale-Up Growth Experience building commercial engines in high-growth environments with limited legacy infrastructure. Ability to move from MVP propositions to scaled, repeatable revenue models. Comfortable balancing experimentation with regulatory discipline. Product-Led Growth Strong background in product-led growth for consumer and / or SME banking products (current accounts, savings, lending). Experience monetising free or low-fee propositions through adjacencies (interest margin, lending, partnerships). Deep understanding of customer behaviour. Pricing, Unit Economics & Sustainability Expertise in unit economics, contribution margin, and lifetime value modelling. Experience managing net interest margin, funding costs, and deposit growth. Proven ability to drive sustainable economics without eroding customer trust. Data-Driven Commercial Decisioning Competent use of data, experimentation, and cohort analysis to drive growth and optimisation. Experience partnering closely with data and engineering teams. Go-to-Market & Distribution Ownership of end-to-end go-to-market for financial products. Experience optimising acquisition channels, onboarding, and conversion funnels. Familiarity with growth marketing and partnerships. Risk, Regulation & Conduct Strong understanding of credit risk, conduct risk, and regulatory obligations in banking. Experience embedding risk and compliance into commercial decision-making. Leadership Style & Capabilities Builder mindset: comfortable designing structure, processes, and teams. Highly collaborative. Clear communicator able to engage regulators, investors, and boards. Comfortable being hands-on while scaling teams and capability.
Executive Assistant Recruitment Contracts Consultant London, United Kingdom Posted on 02/11/2025 Salary & Package Market rates + excellent commission + bonus Date Opened 02/11/2025 Job Type Permanent Skills Required EA, Sales, Recruitment, Business, Marketing Education/Qualifications Graduate Degree 2.1+ Category Recruitment Right to Work in Country Unrestricted UK Right to Work City London State/Province City of London Country United Kingdom About Us Advisory, Executive Search, Senior Appointments, Interim Management Consultants Job Description Founded in 2015, BluZinc are looking for a brilliant part Assistant to the CEO and part Recruiter / Researcher / Resourcer / Executive Search / Recruitment Consultant. Attached to London, a remote based job opening for our boutique talent acquisition and selection consultancy, growing based on exceptional performance results over the last 4 years; in response to client and candidate demand. Most our client clients have awesome digital marketing and eCommerce operations and technology teams, remote based, with head offices near Austin, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Miami, Isle of Man, Durban, London and other cities. Client contacts include CEO, COO, CMO, CTO, CFO, VPHR, Senior Managers of small (under $100MM ARR in the USA), rapidly expanding, successful B2C consumer companies in health, wellness, fitness, food supplements, functional beverages, herbs, nutrition, nutraceuticals, organic skincare, fashion, and B2B eLearning (teaching marketing or business growth), Marketing Agencies and a some medium (over $100MM) to large size clients, all with a strong focus on Direct to Consumer business and sales/service models, mostly in the USA with more clients planned in London! Around 70% of this role is supporting recruitment consultancy sales, service, business development, candidate acquisition and selection, to help the CEO scale who will bring on more clients, jobs and then build out the internal BluZinc team of recruiters. This role could become General / Operations Manager or you will in the future help hire that type of person and move into a full time EA / PA. type focus.We have an established outsourced relationship for accounting, payroll, and bookkeeping. To be considered an ideal applicant, we need your experience, abilities, knowledge, goals, interests and aspirations to include most of: Support to the CEO and be a recruiter, esnuring that the clients he manages are being serviced, experienced in customer sales & service, digital marketing, operations, people, process, procedures, digital technology (including Google Workplace) Be point of contact for suppliers, affiliates, partners, reception, meeting management, travel, events, data, analytics, CRM, compliance, training, recruiting, HR, finance, credit, accounts (less than 3 day a month currently due to ousrourced suppliers and excellent digital proceses and efificiencies) A good understanding of Digital Marketing, Media, Communications, Online Shops, eCommerce, Operations and comfortable with modern digital HR / recruitment marketing technology for sourcing and managing business Effective in sales, relationship management, rapport building, listening, questioning, persuasion, influencing, negotiating and always learning or open to coaching (this is important with candidates and for a future management role in this company) If you are an experienced new business Marketing, eCommerce, or Operations recruiter with client contact relationships in funded start-upsor small, medium size growing companies or PSL relationshions in large corpoates, you can manage your own clients and be paid full commission and bonuses as per a Recruitment Consultant with extra financial rewards for bringing on clients Knowledge of winning, developing and delivering with repeat business in recruitment or marketing / advertising / digital agency services or D2C eCommerce consumer brand Headhunting, publishing adverts, emails, calls, interviews, managing the candidate relationships, ATS process, lead generation, marketing etc while being coached over several months on how to develop your own small client portfolio of high quality relationships that are enjoyable and lucrative or you may prefer to stay candidate focused and sales support rather than in a new business client facing role Contingency or retained Search and Selection services for Executive Recruitment, either confidential or client paid dual branded advertised selection, with base salaries are $80K-$400K+ Contractor Placements or Interim Executive Management (only if you have existingclient contact relationships as a 360 degree consultant) Home Based / Remote (USA positions will be self employed / 1099 consultants/ freelance) High levels of emotional intelligence, empathy, rapport building, intelligent, critical thinking, initiative, competitive winner, amazing planning, prioritising and organising skills You are an excellent networker, charismatic, proactive in client and/or candidate development, self confident, self motivated, aware of integrated advertising, sales and marketing, will enjoy providing blog/vlog content for your branding communication andfor all the right reasons,be memorable on calls, in meetings and at industry events Assessment and selection, accurate, objective judgment, to ensure conversion to long term client/candidate culture fit and sustainable teams in profitable companies Our busiest operational times are UK afternoon and some early evenings due to many USA clients conducting Zoom interviews with potential candidates for our clients We rarely work beyond UK 7pm except for an emergency or when great things happen like managing offers and acceptances for new placements and it makes sense to do it today rather than tomorrow At present our mein manageemtn weekly meeting is on a Wednesday and a sales meeting on Thursday 2.1/1st Class University degree or equivenlwent / similar caliber Excellent communication skills in all mediums and formats including Business level English fluency We are a creative team, focused on quality, for constructive, productive and enjoyable experiences with everyone we work with including you! Your career with us can be focused around resourcing candidates for a senior consultant or end to end on your own customer portfolio and/or team management or exec support while always contributing to fee earning with exceptional prospects and rewards. We can informally, confidentially connect with the curious or for those more serious about a career change, lets progress more swiftly to offer and joining over the short or medium term future.For more insight to our brand, values, services, clients, jobs, talent and culture search online for: BluZinc and apply ASAP!
Feb 13, 2026
Full time
Executive Assistant Recruitment Contracts Consultant London, United Kingdom Posted on 02/11/2025 Salary & Package Market rates + excellent commission + bonus Date Opened 02/11/2025 Job Type Permanent Skills Required EA, Sales, Recruitment, Business, Marketing Education/Qualifications Graduate Degree 2.1+ Category Recruitment Right to Work in Country Unrestricted UK Right to Work City London State/Province City of London Country United Kingdom About Us Advisory, Executive Search, Senior Appointments, Interim Management Consultants Job Description Founded in 2015, BluZinc are looking for a brilliant part Assistant to the CEO and part Recruiter / Researcher / Resourcer / Executive Search / Recruitment Consultant. Attached to London, a remote based job opening for our boutique talent acquisition and selection consultancy, growing based on exceptional performance results over the last 4 years; in response to client and candidate demand. Most our client clients have awesome digital marketing and eCommerce operations and technology teams, remote based, with head offices near Austin, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Miami, Isle of Man, Durban, London and other cities. Client contacts include CEO, COO, CMO, CTO, CFO, VPHR, Senior Managers of small (under $100MM ARR in the USA), rapidly expanding, successful B2C consumer companies in health, wellness, fitness, food supplements, functional beverages, herbs, nutrition, nutraceuticals, organic skincare, fashion, and B2B eLearning (teaching marketing or business growth), Marketing Agencies and a some medium (over $100MM) to large size clients, all with a strong focus on Direct to Consumer business and sales/service models, mostly in the USA with more clients planned in London! Around 70% of this role is supporting recruitment consultancy sales, service, business development, candidate acquisition and selection, to help the CEO scale who will bring on more clients, jobs and then build out the internal BluZinc team of recruiters. This role could become General / Operations Manager or you will in the future help hire that type of person and move into a full time EA / PA. type focus.We have an established outsourced relationship for accounting, payroll, and bookkeeping. To be considered an ideal applicant, we need your experience, abilities, knowledge, goals, interests and aspirations to include most of: Support to the CEO and be a recruiter, esnuring that the clients he manages are being serviced, experienced in customer sales & service, digital marketing, operations, people, process, procedures, digital technology (including Google Workplace) Be point of contact for suppliers, affiliates, partners, reception, meeting management, travel, events, data, analytics, CRM, compliance, training, recruiting, HR, finance, credit, accounts (less than 3 day a month currently due to ousrourced suppliers and excellent digital proceses and efificiencies) A good understanding of Digital Marketing, Media, Communications, Online Shops, eCommerce, Operations and comfortable with modern digital HR / recruitment marketing technology for sourcing and managing business Effective in sales, relationship management, rapport building, listening, questioning, persuasion, influencing, negotiating and always learning or open to coaching (this is important with candidates and for a future management role in this company) If you are an experienced new business Marketing, eCommerce, or Operations recruiter with client contact relationships in funded start-upsor small, medium size growing companies or PSL relationshions in large corpoates, you can manage your own clients and be paid full commission and bonuses as per a Recruitment Consultant with extra financial rewards for bringing on clients Knowledge of winning, developing and delivering with repeat business in recruitment or marketing / advertising / digital agency services or D2C eCommerce consumer brand Headhunting, publishing adverts, emails, calls, interviews, managing the candidate relationships, ATS process, lead generation, marketing etc while being coached over several months on how to develop your own small client portfolio of high quality relationships that are enjoyable and lucrative or you may prefer to stay candidate focused and sales support rather than in a new business client facing role Contingency or retained Search and Selection services for Executive Recruitment, either confidential or client paid dual branded advertised selection, with base salaries are $80K-$400K+ Contractor Placements or Interim Executive Management (only if you have existingclient contact relationships as a 360 degree consultant) Home Based / Remote (USA positions will be self employed / 1099 consultants/ freelance) High levels of emotional intelligence, empathy, rapport building, intelligent, critical thinking, initiative, competitive winner, amazing planning, prioritising and organising skills You are an excellent networker, charismatic, proactive in client and/or candidate development, self confident, self motivated, aware of integrated advertising, sales and marketing, will enjoy providing blog/vlog content for your branding communication andfor all the right reasons,be memorable on calls, in meetings and at industry events Assessment and selection, accurate, objective judgment, to ensure conversion to long term client/candidate culture fit and sustainable teams in profitable companies Our busiest operational times are UK afternoon and some early evenings due to many USA clients conducting Zoom interviews with potential candidates for our clients We rarely work beyond UK 7pm except for an emergency or when great things happen like managing offers and acceptances for new placements and it makes sense to do it today rather than tomorrow At present our mein manageemtn weekly meeting is on a Wednesday and a sales meeting on Thursday 2.1/1st Class University degree or equivenlwent / similar caliber Excellent communication skills in all mediums and formats including Business level English fluency We are a creative team, focused on quality, for constructive, productive and enjoyable experiences with everyone we work with including you! Your career with us can be focused around resourcing candidates for a senior consultant or end to end on your own customer portfolio and/or team management or exec support while always contributing to fee earning with exceptional prospects and rewards. We can informally, confidentially connect with the curious or for those more serious about a career change, lets progress more swiftly to offer and joining over the short or medium term future.For more insight to our brand, values, services, clients, jobs, talent and culture search online for: BluZinc and apply ASAP!
R&D Quality Manager, Compliance - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract City: Kingston upon Hull We are Reckitt Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose.Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege. Research & Development In Research and Development, we're full of highly skilled talents that include Scientists, Engineers, Medical, Clinical and Regulatory professionals - all working to create a cleaner, healthier world. With nine Centres of Excellence, we continually seek out new opportunities by using science, our entrepreneurial flare and our fearless innovation to develop and enhance our existing portfolio, never compromising on quality or performance. We do the right thing, always, by ensuring we act with responsibility and integrity, by complying with regulatory legislation across the globe, whilst ensuring our products are safe for our consumers and are to the highest quality. The size of our organisation means you'll have the opportunity to learn and work in different functions within R&D, giving you exposure to different disciplines, teams and environments. You will also have access to our Research and Development Academy, designed to develop our team and allow you to grow in our great organisation. About the role The R&D Quality Manager Audit Lead leads the R&D vendor approval for the clinical and quality compliance pillar within the Europe Vendor Quality Team. The role manages all activities associated with the audit programme and related documentation for GxPs (GCP, GVP, GMP) within R&D. The audit team provides support to global R&D colleagues, providing SME audit support when required. The role may also be required to support supplier qualification and audit activities for the wider European Vendor Quality Team, Corporate Audits and related compliance activities for R&D Hull. Hiring Manager - Jo Hodges Closing Date - 9th February 2026 Your responsibilities Management of External Compliance activities for R&D for all GxP and Core Reckitt products. Ability to collaborate with the global audit network to deliver the external audit programme and approve new vendors/ suppliers to R&D. Acts as an audit subject matter expert and support global R&D audit teams. Provide quality support for compliance activities including deviations, change controls and risk management relating to vendor quality management. Actively participates in quality culture and continuous improvement activities. Support the technology transfer process from R&D to commercial manufacture. Proactively monitors and responds to changes in guidance and legislation issued by Regulatory Authorities. Provides data and information to communicate supplier and supplier quality management performance at Quality Management reviews Requires travel to global Reckitt sites and 3rd party vendors. Ensure data integrity compliance. Support and ensure GxP systems are compliant to global policy and procedures and regulatory standards. The experience we're looking for Trained and experienced lead auditor. Degree in a scientific discipline is required. Experience of working in a Quality environment for product development is essential. An appreciation and understanding of global medicines regulations is required. Previous line management experience is required. Ability to work cross functionally with global R&D teams and form collaborative relationships. Experience across a broad range of therapeutic areas and product classifications is desired. Ability to critically apprise Quality impacting regulatory guidance and legislation for internal action. Strong project management and organisational skills. The skills for success Commercial Awareness, Business Partnership, Collaboration, Partnership building, Ability to challenge the status quo, Propose improvement, Accountability, Adaptability, Collaborator, R&D, Product Lifecycle Management. What we offer With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way.We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy. Equality We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
R&D Quality Manager, Compliance - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract City: Kingston upon Hull We are Reckitt Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose.Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege. Research & Development In Research and Development, we're full of highly skilled talents that include Scientists, Engineers, Medical, Clinical and Regulatory professionals - all working to create a cleaner, healthier world. With nine Centres of Excellence, we continually seek out new opportunities by using science, our entrepreneurial flare and our fearless innovation to develop and enhance our existing portfolio, never compromising on quality or performance. We do the right thing, always, by ensuring we act with responsibility and integrity, by complying with regulatory legislation across the globe, whilst ensuring our products are safe for our consumers and are to the highest quality. The size of our organisation means you'll have the opportunity to learn and work in different functions within R&D, giving you exposure to different disciplines, teams and environments. You will also have access to our Research and Development Academy, designed to develop our team and allow you to grow in our great organisation. About the role The R&D Quality Manager Audit Lead leads the R&D vendor approval for the clinical and quality compliance pillar within the Europe Vendor Quality Team. The role manages all activities associated with the audit programme and related documentation for GxPs (GCP, GVP, GMP) within R&D. The audit team provides support to global R&D colleagues, providing SME audit support when required. The role may also be required to support supplier qualification and audit activities for the wider European Vendor Quality Team, Corporate Audits and related compliance activities for R&D Hull. Hiring Manager - Jo Hodges Closing Date - 9th February 2026 Your responsibilities Management of External Compliance activities for R&D for all GxP and Core Reckitt products. Ability to collaborate with the global audit network to deliver the external audit programme and approve new vendors/ suppliers to R&D. Acts as an audit subject matter expert and support global R&D audit teams. Provide quality support for compliance activities including deviations, change controls and risk management relating to vendor quality management. Actively participates in quality culture and continuous improvement activities. Support the technology transfer process from R&D to commercial manufacture. Proactively monitors and responds to changes in guidance and legislation issued by Regulatory Authorities. Provides data and information to communicate supplier and supplier quality management performance at Quality Management reviews Requires travel to global Reckitt sites and 3rd party vendors. Ensure data integrity compliance. Support and ensure GxP systems are compliant to global policy and procedures and regulatory standards. The experience we're looking for Trained and experienced lead auditor. Degree in a scientific discipline is required. Experience of working in a Quality environment for product development is essential. An appreciation and understanding of global medicines regulations is required. Previous line management experience is required. Ability to work cross functionally with global R&D teams and form collaborative relationships. Experience across a broad range of therapeutic areas and product classifications is desired. Ability to critically apprise Quality impacting regulatory guidance and legislation for internal action. Strong project management and organisational skills. The skills for success Commercial Awareness, Business Partnership, Collaboration, Partnership building, Ability to challenge the status quo, Propose improvement, Accountability, Adaptability, Collaborator, R&D, Product Lifecycle Management. What we offer With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way.We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy. Equality We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.
A global information business is recruiting a newly created SVP Retail. Opportunity for a strong retailer from sales, ecommerce, or transformation. About Our Client A well-established organisation within the Media & Agency industry, this company is recognised for its expertise and influence. As a large organisation, it offers an environment where talented professionals can make a significant impact in shaping retail strategies. Job Description Strategic Leadership Act as the architect and implementer of a comprehensive retail strategy, spanning multiple channels, including sophisticated digital platforms, institutional sales networks, and direct to consumer pathways. Identify and capitalise on new growth opportunities in retail markets. Operational Excellence Optimise the retail end to end customer journey, devising and implementing go to market readiness in a largely untapped space. Implement standardised processes to ensure consistent customer experience including category management and keyword allocation - driving the discover ability of content for the consumer. Develop and monitor key performance indicators for retail. Team Leadership Build, develop, and lead high performing retail operations teams. Establish clear performance expectations and accountability measures. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer centricity. Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members. Financial Management Oversee retail P&L responsibility including revenue growth, cost management, and profitability. Work closely with the Pricing Director to ensure pricing levels for the consumer channel maintain strong revenue and margin. Customer Experience Design and implement customer experience strategies that drive loyalty and repeat business. Utilise customer feedback and market research to continuously improve retail offerings. Ensure seamless integration between physical and digital retail experiences. Develop innovative approaches to enhance customer engagement and satisfaction. The Successful Applicant Product Innovation & Development: Proven track record in launching and scaling new product lines across diverse markets. Revenue Optimisation: Deep expertise in identifying and activating commercial levers to drive sustainable growth. Strategic Partnerships: Experience building and managing both internal alliances and external partnerships to unlock value. Channel Strategy: Skilled in leveraging multiple commercial channels; ideally with omnichannel experience. Leadership & Team Building: Demonstrated ability to build, inspire, and lead high performing cross functional teams. Global Perspective: International experience preferred, with a nuanced understanding of regional market dynamics. Customer Centric Mindset: Holds exceptionally high standards, with a luxury brand level of attention to detail and customer experience. Feedback Driven: Actively seeks and integrates feedback to improve outcomes and team performance. Innovative & Strategic: A forward thinking strategist who brings fresh ideas and challenges conventional norms. Influential Communicator: Diplomatic and persuasive, able to champion the voice of the consumer across the organisation. Agility in Complexity: Thrives in ambiguity and complexity, with experience navigating matrixed, high growth environments undergoing transformation. What's on Offer Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to work within a large digital organisation undergoing transformation. Chance to shape and lead impactful retail strategies.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
A global information business is recruiting a newly created SVP Retail. Opportunity for a strong retailer from sales, ecommerce, or transformation. About Our Client A well-established organisation within the Media & Agency industry, this company is recognised for its expertise and influence. As a large organisation, it offers an environment where talented professionals can make a significant impact in shaping retail strategies. Job Description Strategic Leadership Act as the architect and implementer of a comprehensive retail strategy, spanning multiple channels, including sophisticated digital platforms, institutional sales networks, and direct to consumer pathways. Identify and capitalise on new growth opportunities in retail markets. Operational Excellence Optimise the retail end to end customer journey, devising and implementing go to market readiness in a largely untapped space. Implement standardised processes to ensure consistent customer experience including category management and keyword allocation - driving the discover ability of content for the consumer. Develop and monitor key performance indicators for retail. Team Leadership Build, develop, and lead high performing retail operations teams. Establish clear performance expectations and accountability measures. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer centricity. Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members. Financial Management Oversee retail P&L responsibility including revenue growth, cost management, and profitability. Work closely with the Pricing Director to ensure pricing levels for the consumer channel maintain strong revenue and margin. Customer Experience Design and implement customer experience strategies that drive loyalty and repeat business. Utilise customer feedback and market research to continuously improve retail offerings. Ensure seamless integration between physical and digital retail experiences. Develop innovative approaches to enhance customer engagement and satisfaction. The Successful Applicant Product Innovation & Development: Proven track record in launching and scaling new product lines across diverse markets. Revenue Optimisation: Deep expertise in identifying and activating commercial levers to drive sustainable growth. Strategic Partnerships: Experience building and managing both internal alliances and external partnerships to unlock value. Channel Strategy: Skilled in leveraging multiple commercial channels; ideally with omnichannel experience. Leadership & Team Building: Demonstrated ability to build, inspire, and lead high performing cross functional teams. Global Perspective: International experience preferred, with a nuanced understanding of regional market dynamics. Customer Centric Mindset: Holds exceptionally high standards, with a luxury brand level of attention to detail and customer experience. Feedback Driven: Actively seeks and integrates feedback to improve outcomes and team performance. Innovative & Strategic: A forward thinking strategist who brings fresh ideas and challenges conventional norms. Influential Communicator: Diplomatic and persuasive, able to champion the voice of the consumer across the organisation. Agility in Complexity: Thrives in ambiguity and complexity, with experience navigating matrixed, high growth environments undergoing transformation. What's on Offer Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to work within a large digital organisation undergoing transformation. Chance to shape and lead impactful retail strategies.
