NO SPONSORSHIP Principal, Product Manager - Financial Risk Management and Systems SALARY: $190k plus 15% bonus LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL Hybrid 3 days onsite Looking for a candidate with experience as a product manager/owner agile product manager experience financial services general security markets derivatives knowledge multiple asset classes like equities interest rates volatility commodities foreign currencies risk pillar specify control counter party clearing statements of derivatives financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Jira confluence tableau MS Applications 10 years of financial risk management Summary: The Product Owner at the will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Stakeholder Engagement and Management o Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development o Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining OCC's Products o Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria o Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog o Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management o Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed o Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap o Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans o Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes o Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog o Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development o Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. o Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for the system development, integration and deployment o Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner o Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories o Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders o Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables o Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements o Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Product Leadership Product Delivery Product Integrity Quality Management Team Leadership Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Technical Skills: Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
16/05/2024
Full time
NO SPONSORSHIP Principal, Product Manager - Financial Risk Management and Systems SALARY: $190k plus 15% bonus LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL Hybrid 3 days onsite Looking for a candidate with experience as a product manager/owner agile product manager experience financial services general security markets derivatives knowledge multiple asset classes like equities interest rates volatility commodities foreign currencies risk pillar specify control counter party clearing statements of derivatives financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Jira confluence tableau MS Applications 10 years of financial risk management Summary: The Product Owner at the will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Stakeholder Engagement and Management o Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development o Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining OCC's Products o Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria o Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog o Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management o Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed o Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap o Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans o Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes o Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog o Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development o Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. o Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for the system development, integration and deployment o Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner o Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories o Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders o Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables o Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements o Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Product Leadership Product Delivery Product Integrity Quality Management Team Leadership Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Technical Skills: Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
Global Data Quality & Data Management Specialist Preferred start date: end of May/early June End date/period: 4 months + option to extend Hybrid working - 2/3 days in Eindhoven per week Our client enables a smarter, safer and more sustainable world through innovation. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for Embedded applications, our client is pushing boundaries in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. Built on more than 60 years of combined experience and expertise, the company has approximately 34,500 employees in more than 30 countries and posted revenue of $13.29 billion in 2023. Our client has initiated its digital transformation in 2021, with a strategic investment in modernizing its digital infrastructure. One of the key pillars of its Digital Transformation is Enterprise Data, which resulted mid-2023 in the set-up of a Central Data Office, headed by a CDO. This newly formed team aims at maximizing the power of data, analytics, AI and ML, to enable making informed decisions, to improve our customers and employee experience, operational efficiency as well of growth. The Central Data Office team is structured around key areas of capabilities, such as Data Analytics Portfolio, Data Platforms, Data Architecture, Data Literacy and Data Governance. We are looking for a Global Data Quality Specialist, to complement their Data Governance team. The Data Quality Specialist will be ensuring adherence to our client's enterprise data governance framework for data practices, policies, standards and data quality improvement, both at a technical and functional level. Your key responsibilities : . Engage with internal stakeholders of our data domains, supporting implementation of the overall enterprise data quality roadmap . Help establish the roles and responsibilities as well as principles related to Data Quality in our data domains, ensuring accountability for the development of data stewardship and data assets of our client . Facilitate the development and implementation of high Data Quality standards to ensure reliability, consistency, and completeness, in close collaboration with Data Governance: definition of business rules, use of corporate tools, development of data quality dashboards, adoption of policies and best practices, applied at raw data (including data profiling) as well as data products . Help implement detailed data quality knowledge to key stakeholders including data stewards, owners and sometimes even Project Owners at a higher level. Securing consistency and effectiveness by using workflow, processes (issues management: identification and resolution, escalation process), life cycle management . Help establish data quality metrics, monitor frequently, ensure adoption to quality requirements, coordinate improvement plans Your team: You will report to the Data Governance, Literacy & Change management Manager. Together, you will make critical contribution to the implementation of the Data Strategy and Digital Transformation journey at our client. The team offers high level of energy and passion, open collaboration environment and opportunities to learn from each other for personal growth. Your profile: * Have Master degree in Data management/Analytics, Information Technology, Mathematics, Statistics or related field, and 5-10 years of experience in the industry or a service company in close relation with Data Quality and Data Management in a Data Mesh environment * Strong understanding of data governance & data management practices, with demonstrated experience in implementing Data Quality in federated data domains * Knowledge and understanding of data and technological landscape (DTAP) of transactional systems, data management, processes and data analytics consumption * Knowledge of data quality related frameworks, best practices, privacy, regulatory requirements (such as SOX or GDPR) and emerging technologies such as AI/ML and Generative AI * Strong communication skills used to drive change & guide data (quality) stewardship * Demonstrate interpersonal capacities to collaborate and relate openly with diverse groups of international stakeholders across organizations * With strong attention to detail and accuracy, you are reliable, accountable, a curious and persistent team player, proactive, structured, with drive and autonomy. Your hands-on mentality help you achieve results together with your project team * Have a strong drive to work out loud while gaining control and governing of your data landscape * Be able to seamlessly explain various Data Quality Dimensions and provide easy examples to get stakeholders to adopt and make swift steps forward in consistent scorecard * At least 1 year of experience with Informatica IDQ and/or CDQ in an enterprise environment * Experience with Enterprise Data Governance Solutions such as Informatica Cloud Data Governance & Catalog, Axon, Collibra, Alation or others * Agile/SCRUM Project management (including Jira tool) would be a plus * Experience within the Semiconductor industry as a nice-to-have
16/05/2024
Project-based
Global Data Quality & Data Management Specialist Preferred start date: end of May/early June End date/period: 4 months + option to extend Hybrid working - 2/3 days in Eindhoven per week Our client enables a smarter, safer and more sustainable world through innovation. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for Embedded applications, our client is pushing boundaries in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. Built on more than 60 years of combined experience and expertise, the company has approximately 34,500 employees in more than 30 countries and posted revenue of $13.29 billion in 2023. Our client has initiated its digital transformation in 2021, with a strategic investment in modernizing its digital infrastructure. One of the key pillars of its Digital Transformation is Enterprise Data, which resulted mid-2023 in the set-up of a Central Data Office, headed by a CDO. This newly formed team aims at maximizing the power of data, analytics, AI and ML, to enable making informed decisions, to improve our customers and employee experience, operational efficiency as well of growth. The Central Data Office team is structured around key areas of capabilities, such as Data Analytics Portfolio, Data Platforms, Data Architecture, Data Literacy and Data Governance. We are looking for a Global Data Quality Specialist, to complement their Data Governance team. The Data Quality Specialist will be ensuring adherence to our client's enterprise data governance framework for data practices, policies, standards and data quality improvement, both at a technical and functional level. Your key responsibilities : . Engage with internal stakeholders of our data domains, supporting implementation of the overall enterprise data quality roadmap . Help establish the roles and responsibilities as well as principles related to Data Quality in our data domains, ensuring accountability for the development of data stewardship and data assets of our client . Facilitate the development and implementation of high Data Quality standards to ensure reliability, consistency, and completeness, in close collaboration with Data Governance: definition of business rules, use of corporate tools, development of data quality dashboards, adoption of policies and best practices, applied at raw data (including data profiling) as well as data products . Help implement detailed data quality knowledge to key stakeholders including data stewards, owners and sometimes even Project Owners at a higher level. Securing consistency and effectiveness by using workflow, processes (issues management: identification and resolution, escalation process), life cycle management . Help establish data quality metrics, monitor frequently, ensure adoption to quality requirements, coordinate improvement plans Your team: You will report to the Data Governance, Literacy & Change management Manager. Together, you will make critical contribution to the implementation of the Data Strategy and Digital Transformation journey at our client. The team offers high level of energy and passion, open collaboration environment and opportunities to learn from each other for personal growth. Your profile: * Have Master degree in Data management/Analytics, Information Technology, Mathematics, Statistics or related field, and 5-10 years of experience in the industry or a service company in close relation with Data Quality and Data Management in a Data Mesh environment * Strong understanding of data governance & data management practices, with demonstrated experience in implementing Data Quality in federated data domains * Knowledge and understanding of data and technological landscape (DTAP) of transactional systems, data management, processes and data analytics consumption * Knowledge of data quality related frameworks, best practices, privacy, regulatory requirements (such as SOX or GDPR) and emerging technologies such as AI/ML and Generative AI * Strong communication skills used to drive change & guide data (quality) stewardship * Demonstrate interpersonal capacities to collaborate and relate openly with diverse groups of international stakeholders across organizations * With strong attention to detail and accuracy, you are reliable, accountable, a curious and persistent team player, proactive, structured, with drive and autonomy. Your hands-on mentality help you achieve results together with your project team * Have a strong drive to work out loud while gaining control and governing of your data landscape * Be able to seamlessly explain various Data Quality Dimensions and provide easy examples to get stakeholders to adopt and make swift steps forward in consistent scorecard * At least 1 year of experience with Informatica IDQ and/or CDQ in an enterprise environment * Experience with Enterprise Data Governance Solutions such as Informatica Cloud Data Governance & Catalog, Axon, Collibra, Alation or others * Agile/SCRUM Project management (including Jira tool) would be a plus * Experience within the Semiconductor industry as a nice-to-have
Infrastructure Engineer - Yorkshire (Hybrid Role) - £40-45K An exciting opportunity to join a busy Infrastructure Team working a range of infrastructure & security disciplines, delivering Business-as-Usual support to all of our IT Infrastructure. The Infrastructure team supports across the business, providing customer service to our practices, who employ more than 8500 colleagues. Support teams react quickly and positively to incoming incidents, determining whether issues can be resolved internally, or need escalation - which you will then own, as the recipient of more technical queries. What the role involves Owning escalations as the subject matter expert for BAU tickets escalated from 1st/2nd line teams. Resolving complex tickets across all hardware & software platforms at a 3rd line level. Manage & maintain the various tool sets and solutions around security/mail hygiene/backups. Manage 3rd party vendors to drive fault resolution and change on software/hardware issues. Manage multiple managed service providers to drive fault resolution and change on hardware/software/cloud solutions. Documenting fixes - you will enjoy building a Knowledge Base to share between colleagues. Provide Infrastructure Support to the project team. Proactive monitoring & maintenance of infrastructure estate. React to security alerts highlighted to VP from infosec toolsets, respond to output from penetration tests to Remedy vulnerabilities. Ensure that build baselines are tested for reliability, functionality, and security. Required Skills: Technical background, with experience of ensuring the lights are on. Public cloud - Microsoft Azure & associated bastions, Kubernetes, Application Gateways, Express Routes, and Traffic Managers. Strong O365, Teams, Exchange online, PowerShell experience. Strong VMware and Hyper-V knowledge from basic build to advanced high availability clustering. Detailed & proven understanding of physical server hardware components and configuration with strong fault diagnostic capabilities, these need to include RAID config and planning workload placement on storage arrays. Understanding of WAN, SDWAN, MPLS, FTTp/c, Routers, Switches and Firewalls. Detailed understanding of TCP/IP, IP routing protocols (BGP and OSPF). Detailed & working knowledge of Microsoft Server operating systems, Active Directory and components, including INTUNE, group policy and WSUS. Confident in communicating with management and colleagues alike, whilst being diplomatic and professionally focused. Infrastructure Engineer - Yorkshire - £40-45K
16/05/2024
Full time
Infrastructure Engineer - Yorkshire (Hybrid Role) - £40-45K An exciting opportunity to join a busy Infrastructure Team working a range of infrastructure & security disciplines, delivering Business-as-Usual support to all of our IT Infrastructure. The Infrastructure team supports across the business, providing customer service to our practices, who employ more than 8500 colleagues. Support teams react quickly and positively to incoming incidents, determining whether issues can be resolved internally, or need escalation - which you will then own, as the recipient of more technical queries. What the role involves Owning escalations as the subject matter expert for BAU tickets escalated from 1st/2nd line teams. Resolving complex tickets across all hardware & software platforms at a 3rd line level. Manage & maintain the various tool sets and solutions around security/mail hygiene/backups. Manage 3rd party vendors to drive fault resolution and change on software/hardware issues. Manage multiple managed service providers to drive fault resolution and change on hardware/software/cloud solutions. Documenting fixes - you will enjoy building a Knowledge Base to share between colleagues. Provide Infrastructure Support to the project team. Proactive monitoring & maintenance of infrastructure estate. React to security alerts highlighted to VP from infosec toolsets, respond to output from penetration tests to Remedy vulnerabilities. Ensure that build baselines are tested for reliability, functionality, and security. Required Skills: Technical background, with experience of ensuring the lights are on. Public cloud - Microsoft Azure & associated bastions, Kubernetes, Application Gateways, Express Routes, and Traffic Managers. Strong O365, Teams, Exchange online, PowerShell experience. Strong VMware and Hyper-V knowledge from basic build to advanced high availability clustering. Detailed & proven understanding of physical server hardware components and configuration with strong fault diagnostic capabilities, these need to include RAID config and planning workload placement on storage arrays. Understanding of WAN, SDWAN, MPLS, FTTp/c, Routers, Switches and Firewalls. Detailed understanding of TCP/IP, IP routing protocols (BGP and OSPF). Detailed & working knowledge of Microsoft Server operating systems, Active Directory and components, including INTUNE, group policy and WSUS. Confident in communicating with management and colleagues alike, whilst being diplomatic and professionally focused. Infrastructure Engineer - Yorkshire - £40-45K
NO SPONSORSHIP QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER SALARY: $140K - $175K FLEX PLUS Bonus LOCATION: Chicago, IL This is a manager position. You will be a people manager managing vendors, outsourced resources, onshore, offshore, MSAS Back End technology. Applications desktop mobility strategies implementations products cloud global experience reducing defects that impact end users productivity will support QA development metrics agile tools processes Microsoft applications Jira ServiceNow This role will lead the Quality Assurance (QA) function for the Information Technology Team. This leader will own quality strategies, implementation and institutionalization of specific tailored solutions for each production deliverable, ongoing development of the team and metrics development, reporting and improvement. The production deliverables include external and internal facing products running on or in laptops, desktops, mobile devices, data centers, cloud and hybrid environments around the world. An important goal of this role is to improve speed to business value and reducing defects that impact end-user productivity. Develop and implement specific QA tailored solutions for each production deliverable. Establish relationship and governance with internal and third-party team members to conduct Quality Assurance responsibilities. Oversee and manage a global QA team with diverse backgrounds supporting QA development, which may include one or more third-party organizations. Ensure that management and allocation of QA resources based on project needs is performed. Develop, implement, or enhance and institutionalize QA processes, including metrics/measurements, reporting, and continuous improvement, that balance risk and delivery timelines. Integrate required and suggested testing framework in the IT Technology Services organization. Staying up to date with current state-of-the-art testing practices, testing practices and testing tools Ensure that QA feedback is being used to improve deliverable life cycle processes. Works with project team members to design, develop, and execute test plans. May consult to project teams, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Business Units to design and develop test plans, test cases, and execution procedures. Recommends appropriate test execution approach in consideration of cost, scope, and timeline of product/solution delivery. Identifies test execution metrics to project team members. Prepares and communicates test results and reports accurate testing status to project team members. Provides estimates of text execution to support project-level resource planning efforts. May be required to facilitate onboarding and off boarding of in-sourced and/or outsourced testing resources. Review others (team or cross team) executed test results and help determine issues and priorities. Create and maintain quality control artifacts and make available to teams within and outside of IT. Adheres to industry and Firmwide IT specific quality engineering standards and processes. May be required to step in as a product manager for products that do not have an assigned Product Manager. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelors degree 10 years of experience in software development and software quality assurance. 3 years of experience working in Agile development process. 3 years of experience with performance and load testing. 3 years of experience in management of QA organization including management of third parties that are also delivering QA services. Proficiency with software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Proficiency in project management. Strong listening skills and highly collaborative. Microsoft Office applications iDevice (Iphone/IPad) Communications: Avaya Telephone/Equinox, Zoom, TEAMS, SKYPE Test Management System: JIRA, ServiceNow, ADO Project Management: Eclipse/Microsoft Project SQL (Writing simple queries) Enterprise Management Systems, Finance, Human Resource, Time Tracking, Billing, Risk SharePoint
15/05/2024
Full time
NO SPONSORSHIP QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER SALARY: $140K - $175K FLEX PLUS Bonus LOCATION: Chicago, IL This is a manager position. You will be a people manager managing vendors, outsourced resources, onshore, offshore, MSAS Back End technology. Applications desktop mobility strategies implementations products cloud global experience reducing defects that impact end users productivity will support QA development metrics agile tools processes Microsoft applications Jira ServiceNow This role will lead the Quality Assurance (QA) function for the Information Technology Team. This leader will own quality strategies, implementation and institutionalization of specific tailored solutions for each production deliverable, ongoing development of the team and metrics development, reporting and improvement. The production deliverables include external and internal facing products running on or in laptops, desktops, mobile devices, data centers, cloud and hybrid environments around the world. An important goal of this role is to improve speed to business value and reducing defects that impact end-user productivity. Develop and implement specific QA tailored solutions for each production deliverable. Establish relationship and governance with internal and third-party team members to conduct Quality Assurance responsibilities. Oversee and manage a global QA team with diverse backgrounds supporting QA development, which may include one or more third-party organizations. Ensure that management and allocation of QA resources based on project needs is performed. Develop, implement, or enhance and institutionalize QA processes, including metrics/measurements, reporting, and continuous improvement, that balance risk and delivery timelines. Integrate required and suggested testing framework in the IT Technology Services organization. Staying up to date with current state-of-the-art testing practices, testing practices and testing tools Ensure that QA feedback is being used to improve deliverable life cycle processes. Works with project team members to design, develop, and execute test plans. May consult to project teams, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Business Units to design and develop test plans, test cases, and execution procedures. Recommends appropriate test execution approach in consideration of cost, scope, and timeline of product/solution delivery. Identifies test execution metrics to project team members. Prepares and communicates test results and reports accurate testing status to project team members. Provides estimates of text execution to support project-level resource planning efforts. May be required to facilitate onboarding and off boarding of in-sourced and/or outsourced testing resources. Review others (team or cross team) executed test results and help determine issues and priorities. Create and maintain quality control artifacts and make available to teams within and outside of IT. Adheres to industry and Firmwide IT specific quality engineering standards and processes. May be required to step in as a product manager for products that do not have an assigned Product Manager. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelors degree 10 years of experience in software development and software quality assurance. 3 years of experience working in Agile development process. 3 years of experience with performance and load testing. 3 years of experience in management of QA organization including management of third parties that are also delivering QA services. Proficiency with software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Proficiency in project management. Strong listening skills and highly collaborative. Microsoft Office applications iDevice (Iphone/IPad) Communications: Avaya Telephone/Equinox, Zoom, TEAMS, SKYPE Test Management System: JIRA, ServiceNow, ADO Project Management: Eclipse/Microsoft Project SQL (Writing simple queries) Enterprise Management Systems, Finance, Human Resource, Time Tracking, Billing, Risk SharePoint
London or Hampshire - £100-120k basic + bonus Leading Wealth Manager is seeking a Tech Lead/Lead Developer with Python and Django/other web framework to be based 2 days per week in either their London or Hampshire/Hants offices. Great opportunity to get into financial services as ALL industry backgrounds considered, however must have 2+ years team leading at least 2-3 software engineers Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior or Lead Developer who be responsible for overseeing the development process, guiding the team, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, using python and Django (or other similar/open source web framework) with some experience of mentoring more junior team members. Person Specification At least 2 years' experience in a Senior or (ideally) Lead Developer position At least 5 years' development experience, to include outstanding coding skills in developing Python Django and an appropriate Front End framework Experience of managing, motivating and leading a small team Relevant experience of working in a fast-moving, dynamic (ideally start up or similar) environment The successful candidate will be responsible for the following: Day to day management and leadership of the developers in the team, reporting into the Chief Technology Officer Provide mentoring and technical guidance to the team, including giving advice on specific technical queries Ensure team adherence to QA guidelines: Architect, design, and develop software applications, ensuring adherence to coding standards, best practices, and project requirements. Identify technical debt and inefficiencies in existing systems and propose solutions for improvement. Ensure appropriate testing support is in place: Drive the implementation of automated testing, continuous integration, and deployment processes to improve efficiency and quality. Set and enforce coding standards for the team Delivery of agreed web development activity, including the building and configuration of applications Scrum master duties, as require Ensure project and sprint milestones are achieved Input into the architecture and infrastructure required to scale the platform Liaison with the BA team and other key business stakeholders Documentation of technical specifications Creation of career paths and professional development opportunities in order to upskill and scale the team Deputise for the CTO, as required Experience with cloud technologies and platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform. Solid understanding of DevOps principles and experience with CI/CD pipelines.
15/05/2024
Full time
London or Hampshire - £100-120k basic + bonus Leading Wealth Manager is seeking a Tech Lead/Lead Developer with Python and Django/other web framework to be based 2 days per week in either their London or Hampshire/Hants offices. Great opportunity to get into financial services as ALL industry backgrounds considered, however must have 2+ years team leading at least 2-3 software engineers Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior or Lead Developer who be responsible for overseeing the development process, guiding the team, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, using python and Django (or other similar/open source web framework) with some experience of mentoring more junior team members. Person Specification At least 2 years' experience in a Senior or (ideally) Lead Developer position At least 5 years' development experience, to include outstanding coding skills in developing Python Django and an appropriate Front End framework Experience of managing, motivating and leading a small team Relevant experience of working in a fast-moving, dynamic (ideally start up or similar) environment The successful candidate will be responsible for the following: Day to day management and leadership of the developers in the team, reporting into the Chief Technology Officer Provide mentoring and technical guidance to the team, including giving advice on specific technical queries Ensure team adherence to QA guidelines: Architect, design, and develop software applications, ensuring adherence to coding standards, best practices, and project requirements. Identify technical debt and inefficiencies in existing systems and propose solutions for improvement. Ensure appropriate testing support is in place: Drive the implementation of automated testing, continuous integration, and deployment processes to improve efficiency and quality. Set and enforce coding standards for the team Delivery of agreed web development activity, including the building and configuration of applications Scrum master duties, as require Ensure project and sprint milestones are achieved Input into the architecture and infrastructure required to scale the platform Liaison with the BA team and other key business stakeholders Documentation of technical specifications Creation of career paths and professional development opportunities in order to upskill and scale the team Deputise for the CTO, as required Experience with cloud technologies and platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform. Solid understanding of DevOps principles and experience with CI/CD pipelines.
Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Financial Risk Management Systems Product Manager. Candidate will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining Products Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for system development, integration and deployment Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value Identify scope gaps and missing requirements by acquiring an in-depth understanding of current state capabilities (ie, Legacy system) and future state needs Proactively identify and escalates risks and issues to the leadership team. Monitor vendor performance (where applicable) against statements of work Meet complex business needs in an efficient, flexible, and ever-improving manner Indirectly supervise project team members from across FRM and internal technology teams. May involve direct supervision of individuals or teams within one year. Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields including Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering among others MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
14/05/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Financial Risk Management Systems Product Manager. Candidate will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining Products Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for system development, integration and deployment Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value Identify scope gaps and missing requirements by acquiring an in-depth understanding of current state capabilities (ie, Legacy system) and future state needs Proactively identify and escalates risks and issues to the leadership team. Monitor vendor performance (where applicable) against statements of work Meet complex business needs in an efficient, flexible, and ever-improving manner Indirectly supervise project team members from across FRM and internal technology teams. May involve direct supervision of individuals or teams within one year. Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields including Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering among others MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
Senior Product Manager, Financial Risk Management Salary: Open Location: Chicago, IL Hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote Qualifications Bachelor's degree MBA preferred. 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes. 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred. Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Proficiency in using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications. Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development. Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges, and other external parties in explaining company products. Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for company system development, integration, and deployment. Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner. Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value. Indirectly supervise product team members matrixed from across business and internal technology teams
14/05/2024
Full time
Senior Product Manager, Financial Risk Management Salary: Open Location: Chicago, IL Hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote Qualifications Bachelor's degree MBA preferred. 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes. 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred. Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Proficiency in using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications. Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development. Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges, and other external parties in explaining company products. Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for company system development, integration, and deployment. Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner. Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value. Indirectly supervise product team members matrixed from across business and internal technology teams
Our client has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and collaborative Network Engineer (Connectivity and Firewall) to join an inclusive and welcoming team in the UK. This Full time Network Engineer (Connectivity and Firewall) with the opportynity of hybrid working in either Woking or Manchester offices on a hybrid basis 2 days per week, 3 days homeworking on a base a salary of up to £50,000 p/a and excellent benefits. As a Network Engineer (Connectivity and Firewall), you will support at all levels a multitude of technologies across complex landscapes, providing expertise to deliver a stable, secure, efficient and well-managed infrastructure over the full life cycle of each solution. In your first few weeks in this Network Engineer (Connectivity and Firewall) role, you can expect to: Troubleshoot and configure enterprise networks Be responsible for Network incident diagnostics/resolution Network change implementation Undertake Project Tasks, supporting internal and external Project Managers To apply for this Network Engineer (Connectivity and Firewall) role, your soft skills, expertise and experience should include: A proven track record supporting enterprise networks with valid networking technical certifications demonstrating proficiency Expertise in supporting Firewalls, Troubleshooting and fault-finding routing issues (BGP, OSPF and EIGRP) Experience supporting Cisco ACI software-defined networks (multi-site and multi-pod) Security Check (SC) Clearance eligibility. In return for your passion, collaborative approach and commitment, you'll receive a generous salary of up to £50,000 p/a and a benefits package, and join a friendly and inclusive culture. We'd love you to apply for this Full time hybrid Network Engineer (Connectivity and Firewall) job, and we're waiting to hear from you. Please contact Deerfoot IT Recruitment today. Deerfoot IT Resources Ltd is one of the UK's leading IT Recruitment Agencies, trusted by many of the UK's leading employers. Established in 1997, we have over 25 years of experience as IT Recruitment Specialists. We will never send your CV anywhere without your authorisation and only after you have seen the complete details of this opportunity. Deerfoot is acting as an employment agency for permanent hires and an employment business for contingency hires. Each time Deerfoot sends a CV to a recruiting client, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation (). Deerfoot is also climate-positive in partnership with Ecologi. Deerfoot IT Resources Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
14/05/2024
Full time
Our client has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and collaborative Network Engineer (Connectivity and Firewall) to join an inclusive and welcoming team in the UK. This Full time Network Engineer (Connectivity and Firewall) with the opportynity of hybrid working in either Woking or Manchester offices on a hybrid basis 2 days per week, 3 days homeworking on a base a salary of up to £50,000 p/a and excellent benefits. As a Network Engineer (Connectivity and Firewall), you will support at all levels a multitude of technologies across complex landscapes, providing expertise to deliver a stable, secure, efficient and well-managed infrastructure over the full life cycle of each solution. In your first few weeks in this Network Engineer (Connectivity and Firewall) role, you can expect to: Troubleshoot and configure enterprise networks Be responsible for Network incident diagnostics/resolution Network change implementation Undertake Project Tasks, supporting internal and external Project Managers To apply for this Network Engineer (Connectivity and Firewall) role, your soft skills, expertise and experience should include: A proven track record supporting enterprise networks with valid networking technical certifications demonstrating proficiency Expertise in supporting Firewalls, Troubleshooting and fault-finding routing issues (BGP, OSPF and EIGRP) Experience supporting Cisco ACI software-defined networks (multi-site and multi-pod) Security Check (SC) Clearance eligibility. In return for your passion, collaborative approach and commitment, you'll receive a generous salary of up to £50,000 p/a and a benefits package, and join a friendly and inclusive culture. We'd love you to apply for this Full time hybrid Network Engineer (Connectivity and Firewall) job, and we're waiting to hear from you. Please contact Deerfoot IT Recruitment today. Deerfoot IT Resources Ltd is one of the UK's leading IT Recruitment Agencies, trusted by many of the UK's leading employers. Established in 1997, we have over 25 years of experience as IT Recruitment Specialists. We will never send your CV anywhere without your authorisation and only after you have seen the complete details of this opportunity. Deerfoot is acting as an employment agency for permanent hires and an employment business for contingency hires. Each time Deerfoot sends a CV to a recruiting client, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation (). Deerfoot is also climate-positive in partnership with Ecologi. Deerfoot IT Resources Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Global Technology Solutions Ltd
Reading, Berkshire
Job Title: SC Cleared On Prem AD/Azure support specialist Location: Aldermaston, Reading. Potential hybrid agreements Salary: £56,525p/a Working hours: standard office hours British national only, this is due to the nature of the work and the clearances required. We are looking for customer-focused and enthusiastic Azure and Active Directory Specialist to join the company. You should have a genuine interest in solving IT issues and empathetic to customer needs and requirements. Day to day tasks include expert management and troubleshooting of Azure, Dev environments and Active Directory services and issues within a complex locked down System structure. You should possess good written and verbal communication skills, be willing to collaborate with the wider IT support teams and help us develop a strong partnership with our customers' IT Leadership. The successful candidate will be responsible in supporting a strategic change to the service model and implementing design documents and processes along with new statements of work. This will require working closely with the Operations Manager and Account Project Lead to define and implement a more agile and collaborative structure which is capable of blending BAU support with short term projects and ad-hoc requests, where scoped and agreed. This will be achieved by following Agile and ITIL Continuous Service Improvement methodologies. ESSENTIALS SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: * 5 years plus Azure Active Directory experience (Essential) * Working Knowledge and implementation experience of Azure Dev Ops and Dev Test Labs * Azure Virtual Desktop knowledge and implementation experience (Nerdio) * Azure Cloud Infrastructure Knowledge * Infrastructure as a Code (knowledge and implementation experience) (IaC) * CI/CD pipelines knowledge and understanding * ARM templates/Bicep (knowledge and implementation experience) * Microsoft Tiered Model Knowledge and how this impacts different tiered environments * Azure Role & Functional based Security Delegation and Layers and Role Based Access Control * Azure Networking Experience * Azure Firewalls Experience * Azure Security including Conditional Access Policies and Multi Factor Authentication and Privileged Identity Management * Azure Virtual Machine Management * Azure Storage Experience * Azure Monitoring and log analytics * Azure Enterprise and ADFS Application Provisioning * Active Directory Connect/sync and Active Directory Federation Services * Azure PowerShell Scripting * Microsoft Windows Server 2016, 2019 and 2022 experience * Comfortable working with a Hybrid Joined Active Directory environment * Group Policy Management and Conditional Access Policy Management Experience * DNS, DHCP Experience * Working knowledge and understand of PKI Services * Scripting experience using BAT, PowerShell, C# and VB Scripts * Awareness of Change and Release Management * Strong communication skills both written and verbal * Self-motivated with a positive attitude and comfortable working with ambiguity * Create Operational guides and High-Level/Low-Level Designs * Good knowledge of MS Endpoint Management * Good knowledge of Office 365 and Exchange Online DESIRABLE SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: * Infrastructure Support experience/background inc patching, backups and restores, Windows/Linux * AD Sync and AD Connect Experience beneficial * Azure Containers * Azure Kubernetes * Azure Endpoint Management/Intune * Good knowledge across SCCM; WSUS; SCOM 2019; AGPM; Lumensions. * ITIL Foundation certified with a broad experience across Service Management disciplines and Agile delivery Benefits: * Development through Training/Certification * Put through DV clearance (including tax allowance) * potential hybrid working (home and onsite) * Joining a strong team with a wealth of knowledge and experience If you have the skill required, apply now! "In applying for this position, you consent to your personal data being shared with the specified employer and for your details to remain with GTS for as long as is necessary to process your application. See our Privacy Notice for full information Global Technology Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
14/05/2024
Full time
Job Title: SC Cleared On Prem AD/Azure support specialist Location: Aldermaston, Reading. Potential hybrid agreements Salary: £56,525p/a Working hours: standard office hours British national only, this is due to the nature of the work and the clearances required. We are looking for customer-focused and enthusiastic Azure and Active Directory Specialist to join the company. You should have a genuine interest in solving IT issues and empathetic to customer needs and requirements. Day to day tasks include expert management and troubleshooting of Azure, Dev environments and Active Directory services and issues within a complex locked down System structure. You should possess good written and verbal communication skills, be willing to collaborate with the wider IT support teams and help us develop a strong partnership with our customers' IT Leadership. The successful candidate will be responsible in supporting a strategic change to the service model and implementing design documents and processes along with new statements of work. This will require working closely with the Operations Manager and Account Project Lead to define and implement a more agile and collaborative structure which is capable of blending BAU support with short term projects and ad-hoc requests, where scoped and agreed. This will be achieved by following Agile and ITIL Continuous Service Improvement methodologies. ESSENTIALS SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: * 5 years plus Azure Active Directory experience (Essential) * Working Knowledge and implementation experience of Azure Dev Ops and Dev Test Labs * Azure Virtual Desktop knowledge and implementation experience (Nerdio) * Azure Cloud Infrastructure Knowledge * Infrastructure as a Code (knowledge and implementation experience) (IaC) * CI/CD pipelines knowledge and understanding * ARM templates/Bicep (knowledge and implementation experience) * Microsoft Tiered Model Knowledge and how this impacts different tiered environments * Azure Role & Functional based Security Delegation and Layers and Role Based Access Control * Azure Networking Experience * Azure Firewalls Experience * Azure Security including Conditional Access Policies and Multi Factor Authentication and Privileged Identity Management * Azure Virtual Machine Management * Azure Storage Experience * Azure Monitoring and log analytics * Azure Enterprise and ADFS Application Provisioning * Active Directory Connect/sync and Active Directory Federation Services * Azure PowerShell Scripting * Microsoft Windows Server 2016, 2019 and 2022 experience * Comfortable working with a Hybrid Joined Active Directory environment * Group Policy Management and Conditional Access Policy Management Experience * DNS, DHCP Experience * Working knowledge and understand of PKI Services * Scripting experience using BAT, PowerShell, C# and VB Scripts * Awareness of Change and Release Management * Strong communication skills both written and verbal * Self-motivated with a positive attitude and comfortable working with ambiguity * Create Operational guides and High-Level/Low-Level Designs * Good knowledge of MS Endpoint Management * Good knowledge of Office 365 and Exchange Online DESIRABLE SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: * Infrastructure Support experience/background inc patching, backups and restores, Windows/Linux * AD Sync and AD Connect Experience beneficial * Azure Containers * Azure Kubernetes * Azure Endpoint Management/Intune * Good knowledge across SCCM; WSUS; SCOM 2019; AGPM; Lumensions. * ITIL Foundation certified with a broad experience across Service Management disciplines and Agile delivery Benefits: * Development through Training/Certification * Put through DV clearance (including tax allowance) * potential hybrid working (home and onsite) * Joining a strong team with a wealth of knowledge and experience If you have the skill required, apply now! "In applying for this position, you consent to your personal data being shared with the specified employer and for your details to remain with GTS for as long as is necessary to process your application. See our Privacy Notice for full information Global Technology Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
ServiceNow Consultant (ITOM OR ITAM) - Permanent - UK Remote - up to £90k Base salary + Bonus & Benefits We need an experienced ServiceNow Consultant with experience of ITOM and/or ITAM modules for a permanent role, remote working in the UK. You will support our clients customers in their ITAM and/or ITOM processes within their ServiceNow platform. You will do this both at strategic/technical level, by thinking along about the best way of implementing ITAM and/or ITOM in complex infrastructures and the ServiceNow platform, and in the day-to-day advice and practical support in the field of technical solutions to support an ITAM/ITOM policy. You'll be aware of every conceivable aspect that plays a role, from security to stakeholder management, from the necessary preconditions for collecting the right data within the ServiceNow Platform to the practical thinking about, collaboration on and realisation of discovery (ITOM). You will be supported by an established ServiceNow Team, technical and business consultants and the project and service managers who will provide you with the necessary additional knowledge and information to do your job optimally. You will be part of a strong team that assists the client in achieving its strategic ITAM.& ITOM objectives. Ideally you will have extensive experience with the ServiceNow Platform, have experience in corporate IT services and complex enterprise IT environments, Experience implementing ServiceNow ITOM or similar discovery tooling and/or ITOM (Discovery) experience. Experience setting up integrations with technologies such as Operating Systems, Virtualisation, Databases, Clustered Applications, Network Devices and Storage as well as experience with Cloud providers such as Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, IBM Cloud, VMware Cloud and Google Cloud Platform. InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
14/05/2024
Full time
ServiceNow Consultant (ITOM OR ITAM) - Permanent - UK Remote - up to £90k Base salary + Bonus & Benefits We need an experienced ServiceNow Consultant with experience of ITOM and/or ITAM modules for a permanent role, remote working in the UK. You will support our clients customers in their ITAM and/or ITOM processes within their ServiceNow platform. You will do this both at strategic/technical level, by thinking along about the best way of implementing ITAM and/or ITOM in complex infrastructures and the ServiceNow platform, and in the day-to-day advice and practical support in the field of technical solutions to support an ITAM/ITOM policy. You'll be aware of every conceivable aspect that plays a role, from security to stakeholder management, from the necessary preconditions for collecting the right data within the ServiceNow Platform to the practical thinking about, collaboration on and realisation of discovery (ITOM). You will be supported by an established ServiceNow Team, technical and business consultants and the project and service managers who will provide you with the necessary additional knowledge and information to do your job optimally. You will be part of a strong team that assists the client in achieving its strategic ITAM.& ITOM objectives. Ideally you will have extensive experience with the ServiceNow Platform, have experience in corporate IT services and complex enterprise IT environments, Experience implementing ServiceNow ITOM or similar discovery tooling and/or ITOM (Discovery) experience. Experience setting up integrations with technologies such as Operating Systems, Virtualisation, Databases, Clustered Applications, Network Devices and Storage as well as experience with Cloud providers such as Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, IBM Cloud, VMware Cloud and Google Cloud Platform. InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Principal Electrical Engineer - Water Industry Location- Multiple locations Salary- Upto £70,000 Stantec, renowned as a leader in the water industry, is on a continuous journey of innovation and excellence. IO is seeking a talented Principal/Senior Electrical Engineer to join our esteemed Water Business team based in the client's vibrant offices. This is a prime opportunity to contribute to their Legacy of pioneering solutions that meet the dynamic demands of the UK water industry. Key Responsibilities: Lead EICA design services for a diverse range of projects within the water sector. Engage in the entire project life cycle, from concept development to detailed design and implementation. Conduct feasibility studies, site surveys, and investigations to inform design decisions. Collaborate closely with project stakeholders, including clients, project managers, technical leaders, and supply chain partners. Assess existing electrical and ICA infrastructure, contributing to the development and delivery of innovative EICA designs. Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. About You : Be Chartered or Incorporated with the IET, with substantial experience in EICA design, preferably within the water industry. Demonstrate proficiency in writing technical specifications, control philosophies, and reports. Possess strong communication skills, capable of delivering technical presentations and contributing effectively to collaborative design discussions. Embrace our values of client focus, community-centered design, collaboration, and service excellence. Benefits : Comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance, group income protection, and life assurance. Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and prioritizes ethical conduct. Commitment to environmental sustainability and achieving ambitious environmental goals. Please send the updated copy of your CV for more details.
13/05/2024
Full time
Principal Electrical Engineer - Water Industry Location- Multiple locations Salary- Upto £70,000 Stantec, renowned as a leader in the water industry, is on a continuous journey of innovation and excellence. IO is seeking a talented Principal/Senior Electrical Engineer to join our esteemed Water Business team based in the client's vibrant offices. This is a prime opportunity to contribute to their Legacy of pioneering solutions that meet the dynamic demands of the UK water industry. Key Responsibilities: Lead EICA design services for a diverse range of projects within the water sector. Engage in the entire project life cycle, from concept development to detailed design and implementation. Conduct feasibility studies, site surveys, and investigations to inform design decisions. Collaborate closely with project stakeholders, including clients, project managers, technical leaders, and supply chain partners. Assess existing electrical and ICA infrastructure, contributing to the development and delivery of innovative EICA designs. Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. About You : Be Chartered or Incorporated with the IET, with substantial experience in EICA design, preferably within the water industry. Demonstrate proficiency in writing technical specifications, control philosophies, and reports. Possess strong communication skills, capable of delivering technical presentations and contributing effectively to collaborative design discussions. Embrace our values of client focus, community-centered design, collaboration, and service excellence. Benefits : Comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance, group income protection, and life assurance. Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and prioritizes ethical conduct. Commitment to environmental sustainability and achieving ambitious environmental goals. Please send the updated copy of your CV for more details.
I am pleased to be partnering with a high growth Technology organisation focusing on Open Source Cloud Telecommunications. The Senior Network and Voice Engineer will be responsible for providing support to all users Globally, managing security and maintenance for critical Infrastructure. Client Details Our client is a high growth business focusing in the Open Source Cloud Telecommunications space. This opportunity is offering a fantastic amount of autonomy, flexibility, training and career progression. Description The Senior Network and Voice Engineer on a day to day basis will be responsible for: Provide support for all users worldwide. Manage security and maintenance for Critical Network infrastructure Support, manage and maintain IT infrastructure, for the Voice systems. Train and communicate effectively with other members of the team Work with the wider Network Operations Team to provide support for production infrastructure and systems, including voice technologies. Assist in procurement of equipment, and configure according to company specifications for end users, and as part of Production infrastructure. Work with Technical Architects and upper Management to: -Design, deliver and document production and Internal IT infrastructure projects. -Design and implement policies to secure all systems. -Proactively Monitor and report on Voice network, escalating any risks -Provide technical support and mentoring for IT engineers within the team. -Help Define future architecture. Maintain accurate records for all infrastructure, equipment, and users Travel, as required, to company sites Profile The successful Senior Network and Voice Engineer should have: Experience in a similar technical support role. Strong troubleshooting abilities across a wide range of hardware/software technologies. Strong knowledge in the following areas: Microsoft Teams Network Azure knowledge is beneficial Telecommunications and Networks Unified Comms Microsoft Hyper-V (& System Center Virtual Machine Manager) VMware Esxi Cisco ASR's Juniper Routers Firewall Configuration (Palo Alto) Supporting Microsoft Technologies Strong Network understanding (LAN, WAN, Switches, VPN) Good understanding of voice technologies. SSL Certificates - configure and deploy Desirable: Knowledge of Dialogic or Ribbon SBC Certifications in Azure AZ-104 Teams Admin MS700 (or Similar) Cisco CCNA (or similar) Job Offer A competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £55,000 per annum An inclusive benefits package A vibrant company culture that values innovation and collaboration Opportunities for professional growth and development in the Technology & Telecoms industry A convenient location in the heart of Cardiff or Bristol - Can offer fully remote if willing to travel when required.
13/05/2024
Full time
I am pleased to be partnering with a high growth Technology organisation focusing on Open Source Cloud Telecommunications. The Senior Network and Voice Engineer will be responsible for providing support to all users Globally, managing security and maintenance for critical Infrastructure. Client Details Our client is a high growth business focusing in the Open Source Cloud Telecommunications space. This opportunity is offering a fantastic amount of autonomy, flexibility, training and career progression. Description The Senior Network and Voice Engineer on a day to day basis will be responsible for: Provide support for all users worldwide. Manage security and maintenance for Critical Network infrastructure Support, manage and maintain IT infrastructure, for the Voice systems. Train and communicate effectively with other members of the team Work with the wider Network Operations Team to provide support for production infrastructure and systems, including voice technologies. Assist in procurement of equipment, and configure according to company specifications for end users, and as part of Production infrastructure. Work with Technical Architects and upper Management to: -Design, deliver and document production and Internal IT infrastructure projects. -Design and implement policies to secure all systems. -Proactively Monitor and report on Voice network, escalating any risks -Provide technical support and mentoring for IT engineers within the team. -Help Define future architecture. Maintain accurate records for all infrastructure, equipment, and users Travel, as required, to company sites Profile The successful Senior Network and Voice Engineer should have: Experience in a similar technical support role. Strong troubleshooting abilities across a wide range of hardware/software technologies. Strong knowledge in the following areas: Microsoft Teams Network Azure knowledge is beneficial Telecommunications and Networks Unified Comms Microsoft Hyper-V (& System Center Virtual Machine Manager) VMware Esxi Cisco ASR's Juniper Routers Firewall Configuration (Palo Alto) Supporting Microsoft Technologies Strong Network understanding (LAN, WAN, Switches, VPN) Good understanding of voice technologies. SSL Certificates - configure and deploy Desirable: Knowledge of Dialogic or Ribbon SBC Certifications in Azure AZ-104 Teams Admin MS700 (or Similar) Cisco CCNA (or similar) Job Offer A competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £55,000 per annum An inclusive benefits package A vibrant company culture that values innovation and collaboration Opportunities for professional growth and development in the Technology & Telecoms industry A convenient location in the heart of Cardiff or Bristol - Can offer fully remote if willing to travel when required.
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for a Microsoft Workplace/Client Systems Engineer (German Speaking). This role is permanent position based in Zürich Canton & comes with good home office allowance. Your Role: Plan & further develop client infrastructure & its services around M365 & Azure and ensure the engineering of the modern workplace. Design & automate an SCCM deployment environment & deal with current market trends in the client environment. Take Windows & System clients to the next level, ensure that customer solutions interact optimally with M365 & Azure & that business requirements are implemented accordingly. Develop concepts & proposed solutions, use O365 functions in client management & drive automation through process modelling & Scripting. Integrate new applications & systems & put them into operation. Implement projects efficiently & successfully. Develop & implement complex solutions in the M365 environment. Support & advise system developers, application managers, system users & external customers on system technology issues. Your Skills: At least 3 years of professional experience in Modern Workplace Management with Microsoft technologies. Very familiar with current Windows client functionalities such as AppLocker Windows Defender, Hello for Business, compliance policies & GPOs Skilled in automating processes with PowerShell. Experienced in managing projects as a project or partial-project manager. Your Profile: Completed University Degree in the area of Computer Science or similar. Self-motivated, conceptual, strong communication skills & team-oriented. Fluent in English & very good German language skills (to at least B2 Level) are mandatory requirements.
10/05/2024
Full time
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for a Microsoft Workplace/Client Systems Engineer (German Speaking). This role is permanent position based in Zürich Canton & comes with good home office allowance. Your Role: Plan & further develop client infrastructure & its services around M365 & Azure and ensure the engineering of the modern workplace. Design & automate an SCCM deployment environment & deal with current market trends in the client environment. Take Windows & System clients to the next level, ensure that customer solutions interact optimally with M365 & Azure & that business requirements are implemented accordingly. Develop concepts & proposed solutions, use O365 functions in client management & drive automation through process modelling & Scripting. Integrate new applications & systems & put them into operation. Implement projects efficiently & successfully. Develop & implement complex solutions in the M365 environment. Support & advise system developers, application managers, system users & external customers on system technology issues. Your Skills: At least 3 years of professional experience in Modern Workplace Management with Microsoft technologies. Very familiar with current Windows client functionalities such as AppLocker Windows Defender, Hello for Business, compliance policies & GPOs Skilled in automating processes with PowerShell. Experienced in managing projects as a project or partial-project manager. Your Profile: Completed University Degree in the area of Computer Science or similar. Self-motivated, conceptual, strong communication skills & team-oriented. Fluent in English & very good German language skills (to at least B2 Level) are mandatory requirements.
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for an IT Quality Assurance & CSV Manager (German Speaking). The role is a permanent position based in Solothurn Canton & comes with some home office allowance. Your Role: Carry out personnel, technical & people life cycle management of a IT QA & CSV team. Act as a key contact person & all-rounder in the field of IT Quality Assurance & Computer Systems Validation. Advise & support system owners, project managers or suppliers in the validation of computer systems according to internal & external GxP/GAMP specifications (eg in the field of production systems SW, SW development, MES or database systems). Independently prepare the necessary documentation & execution of tests. Support the continuous development of IT processes (eg further development of internal CSV processes or certification of IT service areas according to ISO 27001: Information Security). Act as a key contact person as a CSV expert for customers & audits. Review & approval CSV & system documentation. Your Skills: At least 5 years of relevant professional experience including experience in IT Quality Assurance, Computer Systems Validation & Computer Software Assurance. A sound knowledge of IT Security, GDPR & IT Systems & Infrastructure. Experienced with Q-Systems (eg EU: Annex 11/FDA: 21CFR Part 11). Ideally experienced in the Medical Technology Sector. A knowledge of important IT Standards & Methods (eg ISO27001, ISO 80002-2, ITIL) or ISO 13485:2016 QMS for Medical Devices. Your Profile: Completed relevant Scientific or Technical University Degree. Strong communication skills, assertive & highly quality-oriented. Fluent English & good German language skills (to at least B2 Level) are a mandatory requirement.
10/05/2024
Full time
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for an IT Quality Assurance & CSV Manager (German Speaking). The role is a permanent position based in Solothurn Canton & comes with some home office allowance. Your Role: Carry out personnel, technical & people life cycle management of a IT QA & CSV team. Act as a key contact person & all-rounder in the field of IT Quality Assurance & Computer Systems Validation. Advise & support system owners, project managers or suppliers in the validation of computer systems according to internal & external GxP/GAMP specifications (eg in the field of production systems SW, SW development, MES or database systems). Independently prepare the necessary documentation & execution of tests. Support the continuous development of IT processes (eg further development of internal CSV processes or certification of IT service areas according to ISO 27001: Information Security). Act as a key contact person as a CSV expert for customers & audits. Review & approval CSV & system documentation. Your Skills: At least 5 years of relevant professional experience including experience in IT Quality Assurance, Computer Systems Validation & Computer Software Assurance. A sound knowledge of IT Security, GDPR & IT Systems & Infrastructure. Experienced with Q-Systems (eg EU: Annex 11/FDA: 21CFR Part 11). Ideally experienced in the Medical Technology Sector. A knowledge of important IT Standards & Methods (eg ISO27001, ISO 80002-2, ITIL) or ISO 13485:2016 QMS for Medical Devices. Your Profile: Completed relevant Scientific or Technical University Degree. Strong communication skills, assertive & highly quality-oriented. Fluent English & good German language skills (to at least B2 Level) are a mandatory requirement.
Oracle KVM Design Architect Contract position UK Remote working Great opportunity to work as Oracle KVM Design Architect for a high profile, well-loved brand within IT Service company, based in UK (Remote Working). The Oracle KVM and Infrastructure Architect will play a crucial role in the implementation of new compute, storage, and networking infrastructure to support the migration and virtualization of Oracle databases. The role will involve designing, configuring, and deploying hardware and software components, with a focus on Oracle KVM virtualization and Oracle Enterprise Linux (OEL) 8. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and design solutions for hardware and software refresh projects. Design and implement virtualization solutions using Oracle KVM to host new HNG-X Oracle databases and IWS Master VMs. Provision new VMs using OEL 8 on the Oracle KVM farm and new physical hosts added to the existing VMware farm. Migrate Oracle databases from Solaris and OVS to Oracle KVM cluster, ensuring compatibility with Oracle 19c and OEL 8. Develop high-level and low-level designs for Oracle KVM infrastructure, including networking, CPU pinning, and virtualization manager server configuration. Ensure adherence to security best practices in hardware and software configurations. Develop and execute testing plans to validate the functionality and performance of the new infrastructure. Document detailed designs, installation procedures, and configuration steps for reference and future maintenance. Required Skill: Proven experience in designing and implementing virtualization solutions, preferably with Oracle KVM. Proficiency in configuring and managing Oracle Enterprise Linux environments. Experience with Oracle databases, including migration and virtualization. Strong understanding of networking concepts and experience in configuring network interfaces and bonds. Familiarity with CPU pinning and virtualization manager server configurations. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
10/05/2024
Project-based
Oracle KVM Design Architect Contract position UK Remote working Great opportunity to work as Oracle KVM Design Architect for a high profile, well-loved brand within IT Service company, based in UK (Remote Working). The Oracle KVM and Infrastructure Architect will play a crucial role in the implementation of new compute, storage, and networking infrastructure to support the migration and virtualization of Oracle databases. The role will involve designing, configuring, and deploying hardware and software components, with a focus on Oracle KVM virtualization and Oracle Enterprise Linux (OEL) 8. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and design solutions for hardware and software refresh projects. Design and implement virtualization solutions using Oracle KVM to host new HNG-X Oracle databases and IWS Master VMs. Provision new VMs using OEL 8 on the Oracle KVM farm and new physical hosts added to the existing VMware farm. Migrate Oracle databases from Solaris and OVS to Oracle KVM cluster, ensuring compatibility with Oracle 19c and OEL 8. Develop high-level and low-level designs for Oracle KVM infrastructure, including networking, CPU pinning, and virtualization manager server configuration. Ensure adherence to security best practices in hardware and software configurations. Develop and execute testing plans to validate the functionality and performance of the new infrastructure. Document detailed designs, installation procedures, and configuration steps for reference and future maintenance. Required Skill: Proven experience in designing and implementing virtualization solutions, preferably with Oracle KVM. Proficiency in configuring and managing Oracle Enterprise Linux environments. Experience with Oracle databases, including migration and virtualization. Strong understanding of networking concepts and experience in configuring network interfaces and bonds. Familiarity with CPU pinning and virtualization manager server configurations. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
SAP MM Functional Integration Advisor - 12 Month Contract - U.S. Based - $100/hour A successful Advisor would have started their career in a supply chain role (Materials Planner, Procurement Specialists, Inventory Managers, etc.) for a company that used SAP, so they have knowledge of how SAP works for the business. Next, our Advisors have very strong configuration experience and have been on several projects and environments so they have vast experience within Materials Management (MM). They will be responsible for educating and guiding our clients on MRP, exception monitoring, LIS, and other standard SAP ECC Best Practices in the client's environment. This role will require someone from a non technical background- who has worked in the supply chain/manufacturing/logistics space before they went into SAP or IT. You will be working with one of the top U.S. SAP supply chain consultancies as their growth continues in the SAP market. As a Senior SAP MM Functional Integration Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in leveraging SAP supply chain solutions, primarily on ECC systems, to optimize client operations. Your focus will be on maximizing the efficiency and effectiveness of SAP MM modules within the existing infrastructure, with an emphasis on client-facing activities, support, education, and training. There will be 50% of the time travel across the U.S. as a requirement. This is expensed. Minimum of 5 years in SAP MM or P2P modules. Key Responsibilities: Client Collaboration: Engage closely with clients to understand their supply chain challenges and requirements, offering expert advice and solutions leveraging SAP MM functionalities. Functional Expertise: Demonstrate deep knowledge and understanding of SAP MM modules, processes, and best practices, providing guidance on system configuration, customization, and optimization. Integration Leadership: Lead integration efforts between SAP MM and other relevant modules or external systems, ensuring seamless data flow and process alignment across the supply chain. Support and Training: Provide ongoing support to clients, troubleshooting issues, resolving challenges, and conducting training sessions to empower users with the necessary skills to utilize SAP MM effectively. Workshop Facilitation: Lead workshops and collaborative sessions with clients and internal teams to gather requirements, define project scope, and design solutions that align with business objectives. Project Management: Contribute to multiple projects simultaneously within a fast-paced consultancy environment, demonstrating strong teamwork and collaboration to deliver high-quality outcomes on time and within budget. Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends, SAP advancements, and supply chain best practices, actively seeking opportunities to enhance processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Requirements: Extensive experience in SAP MM functional consulting, with a focus on integration and optimization within ECC systems. Proven track record of successful client engagement and project delivery in a consulting or advisory capacity. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience leading workshops, training sessions, and collaborative meetings. Ability to thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment with multiple concurrent projects. A proactive mindset, driven by a passion for delivering value and driving business transformation through SAP supply chain solutions Transforming the Status Quo One Supply Chain at a time We provide a unique combination of skills and expertise to transform organizations and optimize the performance of their business. Unlike traditional consultants, we do not simply interview clients' employees; instead, we take a data-centric approach to interrogate their SAP systems. After optimizing their business, we educate our clients on how to sustain the transformation we catalyze. bluewaveSELECT is a global recruitment business that is exclusively focused on SAP. Involved in placing over 4,000 SAP professionals, our team has helped deliver some of the highest-profile SAP programmes for some of the most recognisable brands all over of the world. We are on a mission is to become the world's most trusted SAP recruitment business, delivering our unique wow factor by consistently exceeding expectations for both our customers and our network of SAP professionals. We are an official SAP partner, you will find us on the Ariba Network and we have a 5-Star approval rating on TrustPilot from fellow SAP enthusiasts. Whether this will be your first experience with us, or you are a bluewaveSELECT regular, we look forward to working with you! Disclaimer; We try and contact all applicants to every advert however due to volumes of responses with some adverts we may not be able to get back to you in some cases. If this is the case and you do not hear from us within 5 working days please take it that your application has been unsuccessful. Please note, your profile will be rejected if you do not meet language/legislation criteria. Thank you.
08/05/2024
SAP MM Functional Integration Advisor - 12 Month Contract - U.S. Based - $100/hour A successful Advisor would have started their career in a supply chain role (Materials Planner, Procurement Specialists, Inventory Managers, etc.) for a company that used SAP, so they have knowledge of how SAP works for the business. Next, our Advisors have very strong configuration experience and have been on several projects and environments so they have vast experience within Materials Management (MM). They will be responsible for educating and guiding our clients on MRP, exception monitoring, LIS, and other standard SAP ECC Best Practices in the client's environment. This role will require someone from a non technical background- who has worked in the supply chain/manufacturing/logistics space before they went into SAP or IT. You will be working with one of the top U.S. SAP supply chain consultancies as their growth continues in the SAP market. As a Senior SAP MM Functional Integration Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in leveraging SAP supply chain solutions, primarily on ECC systems, to optimize client operations. Your focus will be on maximizing the efficiency and effectiveness of SAP MM modules within the existing infrastructure, with an emphasis on client-facing activities, support, education, and training. There will be 50% of the time travel across the U.S. as a requirement. This is expensed. Minimum of 5 years in SAP MM or P2P modules. Key Responsibilities: Client Collaboration: Engage closely with clients to understand their supply chain challenges and requirements, offering expert advice and solutions leveraging SAP MM functionalities. Functional Expertise: Demonstrate deep knowledge and understanding of SAP MM modules, processes, and best practices, providing guidance on system configuration, customization, and optimization. Integration Leadership: Lead integration efforts between SAP MM and other relevant modules or external systems, ensuring seamless data flow and process alignment across the supply chain. Support and Training: Provide ongoing support to clients, troubleshooting issues, resolving challenges, and conducting training sessions to empower users with the necessary skills to utilize SAP MM effectively. Workshop Facilitation: Lead workshops and collaborative sessions with clients and internal teams to gather requirements, define project scope, and design solutions that align with business objectives. Project Management: Contribute to multiple projects simultaneously within a fast-paced consultancy environment, demonstrating strong teamwork and collaboration to deliver high-quality outcomes on time and within budget. Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends, SAP advancements, and supply chain best practices, actively seeking opportunities to enhance processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Requirements: Extensive experience in SAP MM functional consulting, with a focus on integration and optimization within ECC systems. Proven track record of successful client engagement and project delivery in a consulting or advisory capacity. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience leading workshops, training sessions, and collaborative meetings. Ability to thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment with multiple concurrent projects. A proactive mindset, driven by a passion for delivering value and driving business transformation through SAP supply chain solutions Transforming the Status Quo One Supply Chain at a time We provide a unique combination of skills and expertise to transform organizations and optimize the performance of their business. Unlike traditional consultants, we do not simply interview clients' employees; instead, we take a data-centric approach to interrogate their SAP systems. After optimizing their business, we educate our clients on how to sustain the transformation we catalyze. bluewaveSELECT is a global recruitment business that is exclusively focused on SAP. Involved in placing over 4,000 SAP professionals, our team has helped deliver some of the highest-profile SAP programmes for some of the most recognisable brands all over of the world. We are on a mission is to become the world's most trusted SAP recruitment business, delivering our unique wow factor by consistently exceeding expectations for both our customers and our network of SAP professionals. We are an official SAP partner, you will find us on the Ariba Network and we have a 5-Star approval rating on TrustPilot from fellow SAP enthusiasts. Whether this will be your first experience with us, or you are a bluewaveSELECT regular, we look forward to working with you! Disclaimer; We try and contact all applicants to every advert however due to volumes of responses with some adverts we may not be able to get back to you in some cases. If this is the case and you do not hear from us within 5 working days please take it that your application has been unsuccessful. Please note, your profile will be rejected if you do not meet language/legislation criteria. Thank you.