An opportunity has arisen for a Cost Engineer/Estimator with NEC 3 experience to join the team managing change and the supporting documents and processes reporting to the Change Manager. Summary of key duties & responsibilities Support daily CEMAR co-ordination Support production and maintenance of Compensation Event (CE), Early Warnings (EW), General Communications (GC), Contractor Instructions (CI) and Variation Orders (VO) Ensure stakeholder actions are carried out within the required timescales Secretary for weekly change meetings Track and follow all Compensation Event actions and facilitate the QS, estimators and planners in production of the CE quotations. Maintain and update the CE register and other such reports Experience Cost Management Estimating Experience of on NEC 3 contracts Skills & Attributes Strong verbal and written communication skills Good IT literacy Experience of Change Management desirable Understanding and use of CEMAR desirable Large construction site experience desirable Experience of Asite would be desirable Qualifications From a technical background Please visit our website to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
16/05/2024
Project-based
An opportunity has arisen for a Cost Engineer/Estimator with NEC 3 experience to join the team managing change and the supporting documents and processes reporting to the Change Manager. Summary of key duties & responsibilities Support daily CEMAR co-ordination Support production and maintenance of Compensation Event (CE), Early Warnings (EW), General Communications (GC), Contractor Instructions (CI) and Variation Orders (VO) Ensure stakeholder actions are carried out within the required timescales Secretary for weekly change meetings Track and follow all Compensation Event actions and facilitate the QS, estimators and planners in production of the CE quotations. Maintain and update the CE register and other such reports Experience Cost Management Estimating Experience of on NEC 3 contracts Skills & Attributes Strong verbal and written communication skills Good IT literacy Experience of Change Management desirable Understanding and use of CEMAR desirable Large construction site experience desirable Experience of Asite would be desirable Qualifications From a technical background Please visit our website to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Operations Coordinator London/Hybrid £38k + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Operations Coordinator is sought by a prestigious financial services organisation based in the heart of the city. Working within a key division, you will work closely with the Operations Manager to assist with both business as usual and project work while also collaborating with colleagues in IT, Compliance and HR as appropriate. You will ensure processes and procedures are regularly reviewed and followed including assisting with access management and the provision of IT kit. This role would ideally suit someone with a background in administration/business support or an IT helpdesk Analyst who is keen to learn and grow their skills in a challenging new role. Please note, this role is offered as an initial 12 month fixed term contract. Key Responsibilities: Support the Operations Manager in both BAU and project initiatives, including general admin support as required Work closely with IT User Support Manager to coordinate the issue of standard IT kit, and ensure procedures are being followed Assist with the management of security groups and access for specific networks and applications Assist with joiner/leaver process for the division Management and ownership of selected staff distribution lists, working with HR, IT and Compliance to agree any change to automated lists Monitor Operations Inbox and action as appropriate Manage special projects as required Proactively manage selected content on the company's Intranet, including document update and publication; liaising with technical team as appropriate Support administration of Team Leaders meetings, including scheduling dates and collating agenda items. Attend and produce meeting notes Key Experience and Skills: Proactive attitude with the ability to demonstrate initiative, attention to detail and reliability. Good organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise workload and multi-task. Excellent interpersonal skills - able to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels. Experience with starter/mover/leaver processes would be a plus, although not essential. Experience in testing and refining processes and identifying efficiencies would be a plus. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel. Good competencies in Word and PowerPoint. Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality in respect of information/documents/projects being produced or undertaken. Self-motivated, highly productive, reliable with a flexible attitude and a willingness to help out where required. Ability to act with good judgement and common sense. Ability to work under pressure, meeting tight deadlines. For a full consultation on this pivotal role, please send your CV to ARC IT Recruitment.
16/05/2024
Operations Coordinator London/Hybrid £38k + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Operations Coordinator is sought by a prestigious financial services organisation based in the heart of the city. Working within a key division, you will work closely with the Operations Manager to assist with both business as usual and project work while also collaborating with colleagues in IT, Compliance and HR as appropriate. You will ensure processes and procedures are regularly reviewed and followed including assisting with access management and the provision of IT kit. This role would ideally suit someone with a background in administration/business support or an IT helpdesk Analyst who is keen to learn and grow their skills in a challenging new role. Please note, this role is offered as an initial 12 month fixed term contract. Key Responsibilities: Support the Operations Manager in both BAU and project initiatives, including general admin support as required Work closely with IT User Support Manager to coordinate the issue of standard IT kit, and ensure procedures are being followed Assist with the management of security groups and access for specific networks and applications Assist with joiner/leaver process for the division Management and ownership of selected staff distribution lists, working with HR, IT and Compliance to agree any change to automated lists Monitor Operations Inbox and action as appropriate Manage special projects as required Proactively manage selected content on the company's Intranet, including document update and publication; liaising with technical team as appropriate Support administration of Team Leaders meetings, including scheduling dates and collating agenda items. Attend and produce meeting notes Key Experience and Skills: Proactive attitude with the ability to demonstrate initiative, attention to detail and reliability. Good organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise workload and multi-task. Excellent interpersonal skills - able to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels. Experience with starter/mover/leaver processes would be a plus, although not essential. Experience in testing and refining processes and identifying efficiencies would be a plus. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel. Good competencies in Word and PowerPoint. Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality in respect of information/documents/projects being produced or undertaken. Self-motivated, highly productive, reliable with a flexible attitude and a willingness to help out where required. Ability to act with good judgement and common sense. Ability to work under pressure, meeting tight deadlines. For a full consultation on this pivotal role, please send your CV to ARC IT Recruitment.
Strategic: By supporting the project in the areas of team organization, documentation control and cost allocation in SAP/WBS, the project liaison team leader will see their role and responsibility increase with the development of the project through the design phases. Every new design phase will bring additional needs and workload, driven by the implementation and closure phases requiring a higher contribution of this function, thus a higher need of good coordination. This function provides an important assistance to the design engineers by allowing them to focus mainly in the engineering design and removing from them the workload of project organization tasks. The project liaison team leader has a key role in expansion projects to guarantee that all purchase orders of the project are correctly allocated to the correspondent WBS, hence guaranteeing a good knowledge and control of the project budget, as well as, the documentation generated by the project is correctly logged, distributed and archived Scope of the mission Integrating the project team, the project liaison team leader is responsible to lead the team which coordinates project documentation flows and archive, establishes systems to manage/track purchase orders and goods receipts, responsible management of miscellaneous non-PO purchases, establish and maintain systems for allocation of project costs in SAP/WBS, and all aspects related with the organization of the engineering team: welcoming new team members, developing individualized onboarding plans, support their needs, organize the project gate reviews and monthly review meetings Primary Tasks and responsibilities: . Onboarding of new employees: o Lead, with support from the Regional Program Director, in onboarding of new employees to the engineering organization o Work with new employees' direct supervisors to develop individual training plans tailored to the needs of their role, along with base knowledge/expectations of the engineering organization o Plan and prepare the logistic needs for new team members, including system/security access, supplies/equipment, travel arrangements, and other business support. * Cost control: o Establish and maintain systems to issue and track purchase orders in SAP, guaranteeing correct WBS allocation o Coach and Support Project Liaison to issue and track Shopping Carts (SCs), Purchase Orders (POs) and goods receipts (GRs) in SAP in a timely manner o Coach and Support Project Controls to Actively manage SAP/WBS cost allocation and highlight variations o Provide actuals per WBS to support forecasting by Project Managers o Stewardship of Engineering procurement card (ProCard) for all non-travel related miscellaneous purchases, ensuring appropriate use of Procard vs Purchase Order, leadership approval according to Local Approval Matrix (LAM) o Consolidate quarterly and monthly project cost forecast reported by PM o Update forecasts in Planisware o Oversee updating of SAP/ARIBA files o Monthly Headcount allocation to appropriate WBS accounts for all active projects & waves within the region/site o Report actual costs of the yearly Engineering department budgets * Leadership of the Liaison Team o Manage of daily miscellaneous requirements and admin tasks o Manage and delegate administrative tasks and project priorities o Manage and delegate department administrative work such as organizing the monthly department meetings, annual outing, travel, visitors, teambuilding activities, etc o Maintain and manage a healthy and motivating work environment o Improve and formalize monthly departmental reports/meeting * Leadership of the Document Control Team: o Organize, distribute and archive all project documents, guaranteeing proper archiving rules to support claims to contractors and EPCm partners o Manage the project folder access Matrix, maintain project transmittals, archiving engineering deliverables and permitting docs on project Servers * Department Communication: o Responsible for all aspect of internal and external communication within local Engineering department o Manage visual branding display in department o Work closely with HR/GSS/EHS team * Facilities management: o Responsible for facilities operations within the department o Liaise with facilities contractors, responsible to maintain engineering facilities o Managing repairs, maintenance and replacement in the engineering facilities o Working together with EHS regarding fire safety procedures in the engineering facilities * General duties: o Carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and to comply with environmental, health & safety rules/procedures, regulations and codes of practice. o Perform engineering and technical support to the projects when needed, undertaking any additional tasks commensurate with the role as and when required. o rules and procedures set down: Technical Profile requirements: . University degree or College diploma specializing in business administration or a technical field . Experience and/or background in industrial companies, preferably linked to engineering or . operations . Competent and fluent (written and verbal) in Spanish and English . Computer literacy with good working knowledge of the MS Office package . Experience with SAP and Ariba software . Knowledge of EHS standards and industry good practices . Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the Non-Technical Profile Requirements : . Organized . Team worker . Result oriented and timely delivery . Positive mindset . Capable to work in Matrix organizations . Problem and conflict solver . Flexible and resilient to work in ambiguous situations with limited supervision . Coaching skills . Good communication Location: . North of Spain, exact location remains confidential till at least early July . Until EOY 2024 remote work, afterwards consultants are expected to work onsite Business Travel: . Travel will be required and outside Spain reimbursed via expenses Contract: . Long term contract . Confirmation of the mission will take place before 1/7 . Official confirmation and contract creation scheduled for early July Start: . Objective +- 1st of August . Consultants can perform notice if 4-6 weeks, longer is to discuss with the manager . Consultants cannot take long holidays in July/August after start due to the high workload Languages: . Fluent In Spanish & English Rate: . Market-level Rates for Spain . All-in Rate for Remote and local presence at SPAIN . No expenses accepted Reason for Hire Specific Skills Required for Project Safety Equipment Not applicable (keep in mind that for Olen and Hoboken sites a neon vest is mandatory) Additional Safety Equipment to be provided by Supplier n.a. Travel Required? Yes Travel percentage- 10%
16/05/2024
Full time
Strategic: By supporting the project in the areas of team organization, documentation control and cost allocation in SAP/WBS, the project liaison team leader will see their role and responsibility increase with the development of the project through the design phases. Every new design phase will bring additional needs and workload, driven by the implementation and closure phases requiring a higher contribution of this function, thus a higher need of good coordination. This function provides an important assistance to the design engineers by allowing them to focus mainly in the engineering design and removing from them the workload of project organization tasks. The project liaison team leader has a key role in expansion projects to guarantee that all purchase orders of the project are correctly allocated to the correspondent WBS, hence guaranteeing a good knowledge and control of the project budget, as well as, the documentation generated by the project is correctly logged, distributed and archived Scope of the mission Integrating the project team, the project liaison team leader is responsible to lead the team which coordinates project documentation flows and archive, establishes systems to manage/track purchase orders and goods receipts, responsible management of miscellaneous non-PO purchases, establish and maintain systems for allocation of project costs in SAP/WBS, and all aspects related with the organization of the engineering team: welcoming new team members, developing individualized onboarding plans, support their needs, organize the project gate reviews and monthly review meetings Primary Tasks and responsibilities: . Onboarding of new employees: o Lead, with support from the Regional Program Director, in onboarding of new employees to the engineering organization o Work with new employees' direct supervisors to develop individual training plans tailored to the needs of their role, along with base knowledge/expectations of the engineering organization o Plan and prepare the logistic needs for new team members, including system/security access, supplies/equipment, travel arrangements, and other business support. * Cost control: o Establish and maintain systems to issue and track purchase orders in SAP, guaranteeing correct WBS allocation o Coach and Support Project Liaison to issue and track Shopping Carts (SCs), Purchase Orders (POs) and goods receipts (GRs) in SAP in a timely manner o Coach and Support Project Controls to Actively manage SAP/WBS cost allocation and highlight variations o Provide actuals per WBS to support forecasting by Project Managers o Stewardship of Engineering procurement card (ProCard) for all non-travel related miscellaneous purchases, ensuring appropriate use of Procard vs Purchase Order, leadership approval according to Local Approval Matrix (LAM) o Consolidate quarterly and monthly project cost forecast reported by PM o Update forecasts in Planisware o Oversee updating of SAP/ARIBA files o Monthly Headcount allocation to appropriate WBS accounts for all active projects & waves within the region/site o Report actual costs of the yearly Engineering department budgets * Leadership of the Liaison Team o Manage of daily miscellaneous requirements and admin tasks o Manage and delegate administrative tasks and project priorities o Manage and delegate department administrative work such as organizing the monthly department meetings, annual outing, travel, visitors, teambuilding activities, etc o Maintain and manage a healthy and motivating work environment o Improve and formalize monthly departmental reports/meeting * Leadership of the Document Control Team: o Organize, distribute and archive all project documents, guaranteeing proper archiving rules to support claims to contractors and EPCm partners o Manage the project folder access Matrix, maintain project transmittals, archiving engineering deliverables and permitting docs on project Servers * Department Communication: o Responsible for all aspect of internal and external communication within local Engineering department o Manage visual branding display in department o Work closely with HR/GSS/EHS team * Facilities management: o Responsible for facilities operations within the department o Liaise with facilities contractors, responsible to maintain engineering facilities o Managing repairs, maintenance and replacement in the engineering facilities o Working together with EHS regarding fire safety procedures in the engineering facilities * General duties: o Carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and to comply with environmental, health & safety rules/procedures, regulations and codes of practice. o Perform engineering and technical support to the projects when needed, undertaking any additional tasks commensurate with the role as and when required. o rules and procedures set down: Technical Profile requirements: . University degree or College diploma specializing in business administration or a technical field . Experience and/or background in industrial companies, preferably linked to engineering or . operations . Competent and fluent (written and verbal) in Spanish and English . Computer literacy with good working knowledge of the MS Office package . Experience with SAP and Ariba software . Knowledge of EHS standards and industry good practices . Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the Non-Technical Profile Requirements : . Organized . Team worker . Result oriented and timely delivery . Positive mindset . Capable to work in Matrix organizations . Problem and conflict solver . Flexible and resilient to work in ambiguous situations with limited supervision . Coaching skills . Good communication Location: . North of Spain, exact location remains confidential till at least early July . Until EOY 2024 remote work, afterwards consultants are expected to work onsite Business Travel: . Travel will be required and outside Spain reimbursed via expenses Contract: . Long term contract . Confirmation of the mission will take place before 1/7 . Official confirmation and contract creation scheduled for early July Start: . Objective +- 1st of August . Consultants can perform notice if 4-6 weeks, longer is to discuss with the manager . Consultants cannot take long holidays in July/August after start due to the high workload Languages: . Fluent In Spanish & English Rate: . Market-level Rates for Spain . All-in Rate for Remote and local presence at SPAIN . No expenses accepted Reason for Hire Specific Skills Required for Project Safety Equipment Not applicable (keep in mind that for Olen and Hoboken sites a neon vest is mandatory) Additional Safety Equipment to be provided by Supplier n.a. Travel Required? Yes Travel percentage- 10%
Project Description and responsibilities: Full document management during various construction phases; permitting, engineering, commissioning, maintenance and commercial operation of the plant. Document Controller to provide general records management and document control services to ensure Umicore's information assets are managed in accordance with well-defined policies, procedures, processes and practices in order that records may be retrievable in the future to support departments requirements Primary Tasks and responsibilities: . Produce and modify procedures to facilitate the transfer of various documents into and out of the companies document management system. . Conduct quality verification on formal documents to ensure conformity with Information Management standard. . Modify and update documents and drawings when necessary and as per technical specifications and contract deliverables. . Maintain, gather and electronically log and distribute various engineering documents. . Create and maintain established files of drawings and correspondence. . Quality checks on documents being received and distribution for engineering modifications. . Review the quality of documents and drawings including metadata, template, eligibility, etc. . Build and maintain document templates, contact lists, distribution lists, presentation templates and tracking logs. . Work closely with contractors to track and update colleagues of information requiring approval and track status updates Technical Profile requirements: . Diploma or degree in business administration, records/information management or a related discipline. . Experience with data entry, compiling of files and distribution of project documentation is an asset. . 4-5 years' experience in a document control role, preferably in a construction or engineering setting. . Experience working in various document management systems. . Strong proficiency in various Microsoft Office applications. . Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well in a rapidly changing environment. . Fluent both in English and Spanish Non-Technical Profile Requirements : . Strong and effective communicator . Ability and willingness to work independently and in a team setting . Adaptabilit . Decisiveness . Organization skills . Critical thinking Location: . North of Spain, exact location remains confidential till at least early July . Until EOY 2024 remote work, afterwards consultants are expected to work onsite Business Travel: . Travel will be required and outside Spain reimbursed via expenses Contract: . Long term contract . Confirmation of the mission will take place before 1/7 . Official confirmation and contract creation scheduled for early July Start: . Objective +- 1st of August . Consultants can perform notice if 4-6 weeks, longer is to discuss with the manager . Consultants cannot take long holidays in July/August after start due to the high workload Languages: . Fluent In Spanish & English Rate: . Market-level Rates for Spain . All-in Rate for Remote and local presence at SPAIN . No expenses accepted Reason for Hire Specific Skills Required for Project Safety Equipment Not applicable (keep in mind that for Olen and Hoboken sites a neon vest is mandatory) Additional Safety Equipment to be provided by Supplier n.a. Travel Required? Yes Travel percentage 10%
16/05/2024
Project-based
Project Description and responsibilities: Full document management during various construction phases; permitting, engineering, commissioning, maintenance and commercial operation of the plant. Document Controller to provide general records management and document control services to ensure Umicore's information assets are managed in accordance with well-defined policies, procedures, processes and practices in order that records may be retrievable in the future to support departments requirements Primary Tasks and responsibilities: . Produce and modify procedures to facilitate the transfer of various documents into and out of the companies document management system. . Conduct quality verification on formal documents to ensure conformity with Information Management standard. . Modify and update documents and drawings when necessary and as per technical specifications and contract deliverables. . Maintain, gather and electronically log and distribute various engineering documents. . Create and maintain established files of drawings and correspondence. . Quality checks on documents being received and distribution for engineering modifications. . Review the quality of documents and drawings including metadata, template, eligibility, etc. . Build and maintain document templates, contact lists, distribution lists, presentation templates and tracking logs. . Work closely with contractors to track and update colleagues of information requiring approval and track status updates Technical Profile requirements: . Diploma or degree in business administration, records/information management or a related discipline. . Experience with data entry, compiling of files and distribution of project documentation is an asset. . 4-5 years' experience in a document control role, preferably in a construction or engineering setting. . Experience working in various document management systems. . Strong proficiency in various Microsoft Office applications. . Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well in a rapidly changing environment. . Fluent both in English and Spanish Non-Technical Profile Requirements : . Strong and effective communicator . Ability and willingness to work independently and in a team setting . Adaptabilit . Decisiveness . Organization skills . Critical thinking Location: . North of Spain, exact location remains confidential till at least early July . Until EOY 2024 remote work, afterwards consultants are expected to work onsite Business Travel: . Travel will be required and outside Spain reimbursed via expenses Contract: . Long term contract . Confirmation of the mission will take place before 1/7 . Official confirmation and contract creation scheduled for early July Start: . Objective +- 1st of August . Consultants can perform notice if 4-6 weeks, longer is to discuss with the manager . Consultants cannot take long holidays in July/August after start due to the high workload Languages: . Fluent In Spanish & English Rate: . Market-level Rates for Spain . All-in Rate for Remote and local presence at SPAIN . No expenses accepted Reason for Hire Specific Skills Required for Project Safety Equipment Not applicable (keep in mind that for Olen and Hoboken sites a neon vest is mandatory) Additional Safety Equipment to be provided by Supplier n.a. Travel Required? Yes Travel percentage 10%
IT Manager - AS400 Hybrid Our client, a leading UK based organisation have an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Manager to join their team to help support their local systems based at different locations in the North West. The role requires a background and experience with AS400/iSeries/IBMi as well as general understanding of IT Infrastructure. You will be tasked with delivering optimum operational performance of their IT systems and processes for the operation and IT service levels for they locations they serve. Role responsibilities: As the IT Manager, you'll be at the forefront of driving IT performance and KPIs for the 24/7 warehouse operation. You will be responsible for managing IT capacity, diagnosing and resolving onsite IT issues, implementing process improvements, and providing regular performance reporting to stakeholders. You'll lead a team, set objectives, manage their performance and development, and ensure adherence to security protocols. Additionally, you'll collaborate with logistics stakeholders to minimize operational impact and continually improve IT service and performance. Skills required: Degree level qualification in computer science or equivalent relevant experience. Advanced experience and knowledge of network security & infrastructure, ERP (AS400), desktop systems and applications, mobile device management. Experience leading technical teams. Experience managing 3rd party IT service providers. Experience managing business improvement initiatives. IT Manager - AS400 Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
15/05/2024
Full time
IT Manager - AS400 Hybrid Our client, a leading UK based organisation have an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Manager to join their team to help support their local systems based at different locations in the North West. The role requires a background and experience with AS400/iSeries/IBMi as well as general understanding of IT Infrastructure. You will be tasked with delivering optimum operational performance of their IT systems and processes for the operation and IT service levels for they locations they serve. Role responsibilities: As the IT Manager, you'll be at the forefront of driving IT performance and KPIs for the 24/7 warehouse operation. You will be responsible for managing IT capacity, diagnosing and resolving onsite IT issues, implementing process improvements, and providing regular performance reporting to stakeholders. You'll lead a team, set objectives, manage their performance and development, and ensure adherence to security protocols. Additionally, you'll collaborate with logistics stakeholders to minimize operational impact and continually improve IT service and performance. Skills required: Degree level qualification in computer science or equivalent relevant experience. Advanced experience and knowledge of network security & infrastructure, ERP (AS400), desktop systems and applications, mobile device management. Experience leading technical teams. Experience managing 3rd party IT service providers. Experience managing business improvement initiatives. IT Manager - AS400 Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
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
IT Support Team Leader- Harrogate, North Yorkshire Skills: Office365, Windows 2016/2019 Server, LANs/WANs/VPN/VLANs. Active Directory, TCP/IP Networks, IT Support, Network Support, Helpdesk, Team Leadership Location : Harrogate, North Yorkshire (Hybrid work - 2-3days in the office per week) Salary: £37,000 - £42,000 + Full Benefits Package Details: Well established Harrogate based company are immediately seeking an IT Support Team Leader to join their small IT Team to provide in-house thirdline technical support to their endusers; as well as team leadership. The role is very hands-on of which 80% of the role is predominately thirdline support of their IT infrastructure, networks, and cybersecurity; and the remainder is leading and supervising the small team, as well as involvement and leading your own projects. Technically, candidates must ideally possess good skills in Office365 administration, Active Directory, Windows 2016/2019 Server, network administration (LANs/WANs/VPNs/TCP/IP/Firewalls, cabling, patching etc), and basic cybersecurity skills ideally utilising Sophos and Sonicwall.There is no expectation that you possess all these skills, but a good complement of them would be appreciated. The skills that you do not possess can be an opportunity to learn these new technologies. This is a new role within the team, and will operate as the IT Manager's right-hand. As such, there is a degree of flexibility around the role remit which can be discussed at interview. Strong leadership/supervisory experience is essential as well as good general all round IT Skills. Due to the variety of issues that you may face daily, the ability to be adaptable, logical, and methodical in your approach are critical. Academically, you must possess ANY relevant IT/Computing/Computer Science qualification (BSc degree, diploma, certification - eg COMPTIA, Cisco, Microsoft, VMware etc). If you are up for a challenge, with a company that's going places, please APPLY NOW! This role is commutable from Harrogate, Leeds, Bradford, York, Knaresborough, Ripon, Wetherby, Otley, Skipton, Wakefield, North Yorkshire, West Yorkshire Potential candidates must be fully eligible to work in the UK without the need for visa sponsorship(either now or in the future) . IT Mob Limited are acting as an Agency in relation to this vacancy, and are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
10/05/2024
Full time
IT Support Team Leader- Harrogate, North Yorkshire Skills: Office365, Windows 2016/2019 Server, LANs/WANs/VPN/VLANs. Active Directory, TCP/IP Networks, IT Support, Network Support, Helpdesk, Team Leadership Location : Harrogate, North Yorkshire (Hybrid work - 2-3days in the office per week) Salary: £37,000 - £42,000 + Full Benefits Package Details: Well established Harrogate based company are immediately seeking an IT Support Team Leader to join their small IT Team to provide in-house thirdline technical support to their endusers; as well as team leadership. The role is very hands-on of which 80% of the role is predominately thirdline support of their IT infrastructure, networks, and cybersecurity; and the remainder is leading and supervising the small team, as well as involvement and leading your own projects. Technically, candidates must ideally possess good skills in Office365 administration, Active Directory, Windows 2016/2019 Server, network administration (LANs/WANs/VPNs/TCP/IP/Firewalls, cabling, patching etc), and basic cybersecurity skills ideally utilising Sophos and Sonicwall.There is no expectation that you possess all these skills, but a good complement of them would be appreciated. The skills that you do not possess can be an opportunity to learn these new technologies. This is a new role within the team, and will operate as the IT Manager's right-hand. As such, there is a degree of flexibility around the role remit which can be discussed at interview. Strong leadership/supervisory experience is essential as well as good general all round IT Skills. Due to the variety of issues that you may face daily, the ability to be adaptable, logical, and methodical in your approach are critical. Academically, you must possess ANY relevant IT/Computing/Computer Science qualification (BSc degree, diploma, certification - eg COMPTIA, Cisco, Microsoft, VMware etc). If you are up for a challenge, with a company that's going places, please APPLY NOW! This role is commutable from Harrogate, Leeds, Bradford, York, Knaresborough, Ripon, Wetherby, Otley, Skipton, Wakefield, North Yorkshire, West Yorkshire Potential candidates must be fully eligible to work in the UK without the need for visa sponsorship(either now or in the future) . IT Mob Limited are acting as an Agency in relation to this vacancy, and are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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
09/05/2024
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