Role: Head of engineering/product lead Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 approximately really depends on skills and experience Location: Dundee Onsite 3x days per week My client is looking for a head of engineering product lead. Will be responsible for taking small physical products to market in the electronics and mechanical sector in a harsh environment. You will need to deal with the manufactures and understand how the physical product is manufactured and understand the quality standards. If you have gone to field with a product this will be a huge advantage as you may need to re-engineer a product and complete root cause analysis and DFMA. Role description and purpose The Head of Product is a critical role. Its purpose is to deliver innovation pipeline; organising, supporting, mentoring and managing a group of dedicated professionals to deliver a series of new propositions that will contribute towards our ambition to deliver integrated solutions that support smart farming and processing operations. We have several propositions in development including a biomass camera, a sea-lice treatment system, a seal detection camera, a novel pump and a waterjet bleeder. These propositions are at various stages of development but share the need to be driven through development to deliver manufacturing ready outcomes. Delivery of these outcomes is critical to our ambition to become a leading provider of value-adding solutions to customers throughout the world. The range of activity to be overseen by the Head of Product extends from verification of market need, through prototyping, to the development and documentation of specifications for manufacturing. Development leadership requires an understanding of the constituent elements of each proposition, including software, electronics, mechanical and power engineering. As well as a capable in-house development team, we have an established network of partners within its supply chain that can be tapped to introduce additional capability and capacity. This role will require significant contact with all members of the senior management team and reports to the Chief Operating Officer. Responsibilities of the role Provide leadership to the company's product team and to those within the supply chain involved in supporting the development of products Support the continuous development of the product team, ensuring that skills and capacity are aligned with the delivery objectives from this business unit Plan for and implement a process that achieves the transition of knowledge and capability from the more experienced members of the product team to new employees Actively manage the relationship between and our 3rd party manufacturing units, to ensure quality and timely delivery. Focusing on the documentation, design artifacts and quality reporting. Liaise with marketing department (and third parties as required) to gather intelligence on customer requirements and case studies Own responsibility for delivering next generation propositions Support the transfer of new proposition designs to manufacturing business unit, to include the provision of all documentation required to build and safely operate the equipment Schedule and define draft budgets for the activities of the product team Maintain an up to date understanding of the regulatory environments within which operates and ensure that new product designs do not breach regulations Promote a culture of health and safety Define OKRs relevant to the role, agree goals with the COO, and deliver Provide periodical reports to the COO on progress against OKRs Experience & Skills: Relevant degree with an engineering background and prior experience of owning the delivery of new value propositions within a fast moving SME environment Ability to effectively work on the delivery of multiple new propositions simultaneously Ability to apply business knowledge to real-world scenarios Leadership capability and effective people manager Planning and management skills Strategic thinker capable of making a meaningful contribution to the direction of the business Problem solving skills and analytical mindset Understanding of budgeting process and financial management Excellent communication skills Pro-active and self-starting Ability to assimilate detailed product knowledge and to disseminate this within the team and to third party supporters as required Presentation capability: written and verbal Technical competencies: Project & task management People management Facilitation & change management Strategic leadership How To Apply? Please send a CV to (see below) People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
03/05/2024
Full time
Role: Head of engineering/product lead Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 approximately really depends on skills and experience Location: Dundee Onsite 3x days per week My client is looking for a head of engineering product lead. Will be responsible for taking small physical products to market in the electronics and mechanical sector in a harsh environment. You will need to deal with the manufactures and understand how the physical product is manufactured and understand the quality standards. If you have gone to field with a product this will be a huge advantage as you may need to re-engineer a product and complete root cause analysis and DFMA. Role description and purpose The Head of Product is a critical role. Its purpose is to deliver innovation pipeline; organising, supporting, mentoring and managing a group of dedicated professionals to deliver a series of new propositions that will contribute towards our ambition to deliver integrated solutions that support smart farming and processing operations. We have several propositions in development including a biomass camera, a sea-lice treatment system, a seal detection camera, a novel pump and a waterjet bleeder. These propositions are at various stages of development but share the need to be driven through development to deliver manufacturing ready outcomes. Delivery of these outcomes is critical to our ambition to become a leading provider of value-adding solutions to customers throughout the world. The range of activity to be overseen by the Head of Product extends from verification of market need, through prototyping, to the development and documentation of specifications for manufacturing. Development leadership requires an understanding of the constituent elements of each proposition, including software, electronics, mechanical and power engineering. As well as a capable in-house development team, we have an established network of partners within its supply chain that can be tapped to introduce additional capability and capacity. This role will require significant contact with all members of the senior management team and reports to the Chief Operating Officer. Responsibilities of the role Provide leadership to the company's product team and to those within the supply chain involved in supporting the development of products Support the continuous development of the product team, ensuring that skills and capacity are aligned with the delivery objectives from this business unit Plan for and implement a process that achieves the transition of knowledge and capability from the more experienced members of the product team to new employees Actively manage the relationship between and our 3rd party manufacturing units, to ensure quality and timely delivery. Focusing on the documentation, design artifacts and quality reporting. Liaise with marketing department (and third parties as required) to gather intelligence on customer requirements and case studies Own responsibility for delivering next generation propositions Support the transfer of new proposition designs to manufacturing business unit, to include the provision of all documentation required to build and safely operate the equipment Schedule and define draft budgets for the activities of the product team Maintain an up to date understanding of the regulatory environments within which operates and ensure that new product designs do not breach regulations Promote a culture of health and safety Define OKRs relevant to the role, agree goals with the COO, and deliver Provide periodical reports to the COO on progress against OKRs Experience & Skills: Relevant degree with an engineering background and prior experience of owning the delivery of new value propositions within a fast moving SME environment Ability to effectively work on the delivery of multiple new propositions simultaneously Ability to apply business knowledge to real-world scenarios Leadership capability and effective people manager Planning and management skills Strategic thinker capable of making a meaningful contribution to the direction of the business Problem solving skills and analytical mindset Understanding of budgeting process and financial management Excellent communication skills Pro-active and self-starting Ability to assimilate detailed product knowledge and to disseminate this within the team and to third party supporters as required Presentation capability: written and verbal Technical competencies: Project & task management People management Facilitation & change management Strategic leadership How To Apply? Please send a CV to (see below) People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
Billing Specialist Full time - Contract - 6 months rolling contract - Hybrid (3 days in the office) Reading, Berks Is this the role for you? Are you looking for a new role within the Reading area? Do you have experience in billing, ideally within the Tech or IT sector? Are you available immediately or at short notice? If so, this could be a great role for you. What you will do: Reporting to the Billing Operations Manager, you will ensure Billing delivery excellence particularly focusing on the implementation of efficient payments via portals with an emphasis on delivering positive customer experience. You support peers, leaders, sales, and other key stakeholders in delivering billing efficacy. You will be one of the main points of back-up for the Billing Manager and typically work on the more complex billing opportunities, and complications within automated and portal payment systems. Manage customer requests related to portals Refine and document end to end process and identify efficiencies for portal registrations. Partner with IT to drive system and process improvements Identify opportunities and improvements to deliver on process automation goals Collaborate with internal stakeholders Partner with Sales and AR to resolve billing and collections issues; Deliver on other priorities as assigned to execute on the Billing mandate. What you will need: Minimum 3+ years of experience in a billing function ideally within a tech or IT company Extensive experience of managing complex and varied relationships with third party portals Good reporting skills which include expertise on Excel Knowledge of invoicing and collections processes and best practices and is viewed as a trusted advisor to the Senior Opentext Sales Organization. Applies expertise to multiple ASP A customer focused, problem solving mindset Ability to work as part of a team to contribute subject matter expertise in support of a successful outcome. Experience in delivering high quality guidance against challenging timelines. Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability. What you will get in return: In return, my client will offer a friendly and supportive working environment based in an amazing office, and the opportunity to work with a team of professionals where you will continue to grow in experience. For the right person, this could become a permanent role. The company work on a hybrid basis with 3 days onsite. They provide parking and also operate a shuttle bus from Reading station should you wish to commute by train. Work with Crone Corkill Let's find you that dream job. We're built on our connections, and we believe that at the heart of good recruitment, is people connecting with people on a more human level. We know finding your dream job isn't always easy, but it's worth it. We recruit in these pillars, across a host of industries. Business Support HR, Marketing IT Finance & Banking We're genuine in our drive to help you find a job that suits your needs, skills, and experience.
02/05/2024
Project-based
Billing Specialist Full time - Contract - 6 months rolling contract - Hybrid (3 days in the office) Reading, Berks Is this the role for you? Are you looking for a new role within the Reading area? Do you have experience in billing, ideally within the Tech or IT sector? Are you available immediately or at short notice? If so, this could be a great role for you. What you will do: Reporting to the Billing Operations Manager, you will ensure Billing delivery excellence particularly focusing on the implementation of efficient payments via portals with an emphasis on delivering positive customer experience. You support peers, leaders, sales, and other key stakeholders in delivering billing efficacy. You will be one of the main points of back-up for the Billing Manager and typically work on the more complex billing opportunities, and complications within automated and portal payment systems. Manage customer requests related to portals Refine and document end to end process and identify efficiencies for portal registrations. Partner with IT to drive system and process improvements Identify opportunities and improvements to deliver on process automation goals Collaborate with internal stakeholders Partner with Sales and AR to resolve billing and collections issues; Deliver on other priorities as assigned to execute on the Billing mandate. What you will need: Minimum 3+ years of experience in a billing function ideally within a tech or IT company Extensive experience of managing complex and varied relationships with third party portals Good reporting skills which include expertise on Excel Knowledge of invoicing and collections processes and best practices and is viewed as a trusted advisor to the Senior Opentext Sales Organization. Applies expertise to multiple ASP A customer focused, problem solving mindset Ability to work as part of a team to contribute subject matter expertise in support of a successful outcome. Experience in delivering high quality guidance against challenging timelines. Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability. What you will get in return: In return, my client will offer a friendly and supportive working environment based in an amazing office, and the opportunity to work with a team of professionals where you will continue to grow in experience. For the right person, this could become a permanent role. The company work on a hybrid basis with 3 days onsite. They provide parking and also operate a shuttle bus from Reading station should you wish to commute by train. Work with Crone Corkill Let's find you that dream job. We're built on our connections, and we believe that at the heart of good recruitment, is people connecting with people on a more human level. We know finding your dream job isn't always easy, but it's worth it. We recruit in these pillars, across a host of industries. Business Support HR, Marketing IT Finance & Banking We're genuine in our drive to help you find a job that suits your needs, skills, and experience.
Property and Building Practice Manager 12 Months Inside IR35 Hybrid working in Bristol (3 days onsite) Our client is currently looking to recruit a Property and Building Practice Manager to join them on a 12 - month contract. Please note that this contract is Inside of IR35 and will have to be set-up as Umbrella/PAYE. As Property and Building Practice Manager you will lead and manage diverse facilities management and property functions, FM, Asset Delivery, Property Development and Commercial Estate. Key Responsibilities To provide confident leadership and clear management so as to ensure the successful delivery of key objectives Maintain up to date knowledge of the relevant legislation to ensure services remain safe and compliant To ensure that services are delivered to relevant industry standards and ensure statutory compliance to relevant legislation and Approved Codes of Practice, including Fire Safety, Water hygiene, Asbestos Management and Construction Design Management Positive working relationships are built and maintained with contractors, using skilled negotiation and challenge when necessary, to ensure the best possible outcomes from procurement and tendering processes, through to ongoing contract management Establish the right monitoring processes, performance indicators and risk measures which will enable accurate and meaningful assessment of the contribution and effectiveness of individual services and contracts, leading to better management Ensure service reporting across multiple platforms is timely and compliant including; HR processes, Risk Management, Finance, Subject Access Requests, HR, Procurement, Freedom of Information and Complaints. Be responsive to internal and external factors affecting services and the demand for services, acting promptly in assessing the impact and instigating change when required. Communicating effectively with team members across FM and Property services to enhance engagement and motivation which deliver the best contribution to the effectiveness and quality of services. Person Specification Demonstrable record of delivering cost effective, high quality Facilities Management and Property in the private or public sector Demonstrate deep understanding of how the diverse elements of facilities management and property are important in contributing to employee comfort and satisfaction, and how this can benefit overall organisational performance and productivity Ability to manage third party suppliers/contractors effectively to fully deliver their obligations, using highly developed communication, negotiation and challenge skills Experience of managing and developing services to improve outcomes for citizens and customers. Ability to effectively plan and deliver complex projects and programmes. Ability to lead and manage, inspiring and motivating people across a whole service. Ability to manage performance effectively and to hold all team members to account. Ability to plan and manage all finance and budgets to meet performance targets. Ability to actively contribute to innovation and to take analytical approaches to solving complex and challenging problems. Experience of using digital technology to deliver and improve services. Experience of working in complex and diverse organisations. Ability to cope well with and overcome ambiguity through use of effective change management approaches. Ability to work effectively and credibly with diverse and complex stakeholders. Highly-developed advocacy, negotiation and presentation skills. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
01/05/2024
Project-based
Property and Building Practice Manager 12 Months Inside IR35 Hybrid working in Bristol (3 days onsite) Our client is currently looking to recruit a Property and Building Practice Manager to join them on a 12 - month contract. Please note that this contract is Inside of IR35 and will have to be set-up as Umbrella/PAYE. As Property and Building Practice Manager you will lead and manage diverse facilities management and property functions, FM, Asset Delivery, Property Development and Commercial Estate. Key Responsibilities To provide confident leadership and clear management so as to ensure the successful delivery of key objectives Maintain up to date knowledge of the relevant legislation to ensure services remain safe and compliant To ensure that services are delivered to relevant industry standards and ensure statutory compliance to relevant legislation and Approved Codes of Practice, including Fire Safety, Water hygiene, Asbestos Management and Construction Design Management Positive working relationships are built and maintained with contractors, using skilled negotiation and challenge when necessary, to ensure the best possible outcomes from procurement and tendering processes, through to ongoing contract management Establish the right monitoring processes, performance indicators and risk measures which will enable accurate and meaningful assessment of the contribution and effectiveness of individual services and contracts, leading to better management Ensure service reporting across multiple platforms is timely and compliant including; HR processes, Risk Management, Finance, Subject Access Requests, HR, Procurement, Freedom of Information and Complaints. Be responsive to internal and external factors affecting services and the demand for services, acting promptly in assessing the impact and instigating change when required. Communicating effectively with team members across FM and Property services to enhance engagement and motivation which deliver the best contribution to the effectiveness and quality of services. Person Specification Demonstrable record of delivering cost effective, high quality Facilities Management and Property in the private or public sector Demonstrate deep understanding of how the diverse elements of facilities management and property are important in contributing to employee comfort and satisfaction, and how this can benefit overall organisational performance and productivity Ability to manage third party suppliers/contractors effectively to fully deliver their obligations, using highly developed communication, negotiation and challenge skills Experience of managing and developing services to improve outcomes for citizens and customers. Ability to effectively plan and deliver complex projects and programmes. Ability to lead and manage, inspiring and motivating people across a whole service. Ability to manage performance effectively and to hold all team members to account. Ability to plan and manage all finance and budgets to meet performance targets. Ability to actively contribute to innovation and to take analytical approaches to solving complex and challenging problems. Experience of using digital technology to deliver and improve services. Experience of working in complex and diverse organisations. Ability to cope well with and overcome ambiguity through use of effective change management approaches. Ability to work effectively and credibly with diverse and complex stakeholders. Highly-developed advocacy, negotiation and presentation skills. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
PORTFOLIO ASSET MANAGER - PERMANENT - THEALE - HYBRID Portfolio Asset Manager(Telecom) Permanent Location - Theale (Hybrid three days in the office) We are hiring a Portfolio Asset Manager to manage, develop and promote strategic relationships with multi-site portfolio owners and the owners of the key property portfolios including but not limited to Network Rail, TFL, Water Companies, Councils, Heathrow,Gatwick and other airports. To negotiate and promote the agreement of terms for ongoing acquisition and renewal of sites within these portfolios and provide support on all other property and commercial issues arising acting as the point of escalation. To identify and pursue other material infrastructure related 'value add' commercial opportunities in relation to target portfolios, including site sharing master agreements, collaborative real estate opportunities and the benefits of connectivity and the Code. To be responsible for a) the delivery of property-related projects/transactions (including but not limited to new acquisitions, upgrades and lease renewals) and b) the ongoing estate management. To track the delivery of sites across relevant programmes of work (renewals, NTQs, new acquisitions etc.) in the portfolio/MSA and ensure that business timescales, and budget and volume targets are achieved. To work with the regional and central Property and Estates teams and other key stakeholders to achieve the optimum site solution and overall asset portfolio in terms of time, cost & quality. Contract/commercial Management Contract manage the commercial relationship with MSA/Portfolio providers and lead the negotiation of appropriate portfolio framework and/or template Code agreements. Achieve this through structured portfolio account plans. The key objectives are to: Improve delivery of all property-related transactions Find and escalate the root cause of issues Develop and deliver process changes Implement effective governance Limit - Client's exposure to additional costs by implementing mitigation plans to limit risk Develop and deliver new initiatives to reduce/avoid cost and/or deliver additional value With a focus on finance, drive improvements in portfolio P&Ls to agreed targets Manage the relationship and be the "go to" person/initial point of contact for all issues and then assisting the responsible functional departments in their resolution, building a positive relationship that will drive and support delivery of business objectives and help client become a "best in class" property company Deliver a programme of work to agreed targets comprising property-related transactions including lease renewals, new site acquisition and upgrades applicable to assets in the specific region. To provide visibility of the future profile of all work streams (renewals, NTQ, acquisitions etc.) by ensuring that forecasting is up to date & in accordance with agreed forecasting standards through the tracking of 3rd party supplier projections To deliver defined Capex & Opex targets & agreement terms by applying agreed standards, policies & expertise and escalating exceptions to enable the business to make informed decisions. Apply asset management & property expertise to support & validate the work of 3rd party suppliers and to ensure site specific issues are addressed. To maintain security of tenure and keep shareholder cells in service through effective management of the MSP/Portfolio Providers Please apply via this ad in the first instance or send a CV with covering note or contact me (see below). Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
30/04/2024
Full time
PORTFOLIO ASSET MANAGER - PERMANENT - THEALE - HYBRID Portfolio Asset Manager(Telecom) Permanent Location - Theale (Hybrid three days in the office) We are hiring a Portfolio Asset Manager to manage, develop and promote strategic relationships with multi-site portfolio owners and the owners of the key property portfolios including but not limited to Network Rail, TFL, Water Companies, Councils, Heathrow,Gatwick and other airports. To negotiate and promote the agreement of terms for ongoing acquisition and renewal of sites within these portfolios and provide support on all other property and commercial issues arising acting as the point of escalation. To identify and pursue other material infrastructure related 'value add' commercial opportunities in relation to target portfolios, including site sharing master agreements, collaborative real estate opportunities and the benefits of connectivity and the Code. To be responsible for a) the delivery of property-related projects/transactions (including but not limited to new acquisitions, upgrades and lease renewals) and b) the ongoing estate management. To track the delivery of sites across relevant programmes of work (renewals, NTQs, new acquisitions etc.) in the portfolio/MSA and ensure that business timescales, and budget and volume targets are achieved. To work with the regional and central Property and Estates teams and other key stakeholders to achieve the optimum site solution and overall asset portfolio in terms of time, cost & quality. Contract/commercial Management Contract manage the commercial relationship with MSA/Portfolio providers and lead the negotiation of appropriate portfolio framework and/or template Code agreements. Achieve this through structured portfolio account plans. The key objectives are to: Improve delivery of all property-related transactions Find and escalate the root cause of issues Develop and deliver process changes Implement effective governance Limit - Client's exposure to additional costs by implementing mitigation plans to limit risk Develop and deliver new initiatives to reduce/avoid cost and/or deliver additional value With a focus on finance, drive improvements in portfolio P&Ls to agreed targets Manage the relationship and be the "go to" person/initial point of contact for all issues and then assisting the responsible functional departments in their resolution, building a positive relationship that will drive and support delivery of business objectives and help client become a "best in class" property company Deliver a programme of work to agreed targets comprising property-related transactions including lease renewals, new site acquisition and upgrades applicable to assets in the specific region. To provide visibility of the future profile of all work streams (renewals, NTQ, acquisitions etc.) by ensuring that forecasting is up to date & in accordance with agreed forecasting standards through the tracking of 3rd party supplier projections To deliver defined Capex & Opex targets & agreement terms by applying agreed standards, policies & expertise and escalating exceptions to enable the business to make informed decisions. Apply asset management & property expertise to support & validate the work of 3rd party suppliers and to ensure site specific issues are addressed. To maintain security of tenure and keep shareholder cells in service through effective management of the MSP/Portfolio Providers Please apply via this ad in the first instance or send a CV with covering note or contact me (see below). Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.