Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Global Firm is currently seeking a Manager of Enterprise Quality Assurance. Candidate 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. Responsibilities: 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: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or equivalent experience. 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. Good written and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail where needed. Clearly expresses verbal and written ideas. Understands, interprets and evaluates messages. Collaborates effectively. Conducts him/herself with utmost integrity at all times. Reports unethical conduct as required. Encourages fiscal responsibility and maintains confidentiality. Builds and maintains positive and supportive relationships across all departments and offices. Resolves conflict constructively. Establishes an environment of trust to promote knowledge sharing and group participation. Effectively resolves conflicts. Technologies: 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
01/05/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Global Firm is currently seeking a Manager of Enterprise Quality Assurance. Candidate 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. Responsibilities: 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: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or equivalent experience. 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. Good written and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail where needed. Clearly expresses verbal and written ideas. Understands, interprets and evaluates messages. Collaborates effectively. Conducts him/herself with utmost integrity at all times. Reports unethical conduct as required. Encourages fiscal responsibility and maintains confidentiality. Builds and maintains positive and supportive relationships across all departments and offices. Resolves conflict constructively. Establishes an environment of trust to promote knowledge sharing and group participation. Effectively resolves conflicts. Technologies: 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
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
01/05/2024
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
Quality Assurance Manager Salary: Open + Bonus Location: Chicago, IL Hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote *We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role* Qualifications Bachelor's degree 10 years of experience in software development and software quality assurance including the management of vendors and outsourced resources globally. 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. Tech 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 Responsibilities 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. May be required to facilitate onboarding and off boarding of in-sourced and/or outsourced testing resources. May be required to step in as a product manager for products that do not have an assigned Product Manager.
01/05/2024
Full time
Quality Assurance Manager Salary: Open + Bonus Location: Chicago, IL Hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote *We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role* Qualifications Bachelor's degree 10 years of experience in software development and software quality assurance including the management of vendors and outsourced resources globally. 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. Tech 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 Responsibilities 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. May be required to facilitate onboarding and off boarding of in-sourced and/or outsourced testing resources. May be required to step in as a product manager for products that do not have an assigned Product Manager.
IT Applications Manager - Addlestone, Surrey Salary - £50,000 - 56,650 - Car Allowance £6780 Hybrid working available IT Applications Manager required for a leading client based in Addlestone, Surrey. My client is currently seeking a IT Application Manager to come on board to responsible is to maintain the operation of crucial business applications, minimizing any disruptions in service. You will also be providing assistance for all business applications, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and requests within the agreed service level agreements (SLAs). This support is provided by an in-house team of Application Support Analysts and external third-party support contracts. while collaborating with the Business Systems Manager to comprehend the strategic direction of key application development. Key skills and responsibilities, * Strong application experience * Understanding of IT infrastructure and applications support SLA operational principles and 'best practice' requirements. * COINS (Finance, Commercial, Customer Services) * Workday (Human Resources) * Anaplan (Financial Cashflow) * Overseeing regular interactions with standard application vendors to grasp their development plans, ensuring top-notch support and efficient escalation routes. * Implementing minor improvements to applications as per business agreements. * Taking charge of small-scale projects and playing a pivotal role in major application-related initiatives. * Contributing to the development, documentation, and upkeep of vital business applications and related procedures. * Coordinating the daily functioning and optimization of applications. * Collaborating with the business systems manager to ensure applications adhere to the appropriate trajectory. * Overseeing a compact team of Application Support Analysts, accountable for incident resolution, request fulfillment, and problem-solving. * Participating in the strategic planning for integrating mission-critical applications to enhance business operations and employee efficiency. * Supervising the installation, upgrading, and routine maintenance of software applications. Interested? Please submit your updated CV to Emma Siwicki at Crimson for immediate consideration. Not interested? Do you know someone who might be a perfect fit for this role? Refer a friend and earn £250 worth of vouchers! Crimson is acting as an employment agency regarding this vacancy
01/05/2024
Full time
IT Applications Manager - Addlestone, Surrey Salary - £50,000 - 56,650 - Car Allowance £6780 Hybrid working available IT Applications Manager required for a leading client based in Addlestone, Surrey. My client is currently seeking a IT Application Manager to come on board to responsible is to maintain the operation of crucial business applications, minimizing any disruptions in service. You will also be providing assistance for all business applications, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and requests within the agreed service level agreements (SLAs). This support is provided by an in-house team of Application Support Analysts and external third-party support contracts. while collaborating with the Business Systems Manager to comprehend the strategic direction of key application development. Key skills and responsibilities, * Strong application experience * Understanding of IT infrastructure and applications support SLA operational principles and 'best practice' requirements. * COINS (Finance, Commercial, Customer Services) * Workday (Human Resources) * Anaplan (Financial Cashflow) * Overseeing regular interactions with standard application vendors to grasp their development plans, ensuring top-notch support and efficient escalation routes. * Implementing minor improvements to applications as per business agreements. * Taking charge of small-scale projects and playing a pivotal role in major application-related initiatives. * Contributing to the development, documentation, and upkeep of vital business applications and related procedures. * Coordinating the daily functioning and optimization of applications. * Collaborating with the business systems manager to ensure applications adhere to the appropriate trajectory. * Overseeing a compact team of Application Support Analysts, accountable for incident resolution, request fulfillment, and problem-solving. * Participating in the strategic planning for integrating mission-critical applications to enhance business operations and employee efficiency. * Supervising the installation, upgrading, and routine maintenance of software applications. Interested? Please submit your updated CV to Emma Siwicki at Crimson for immediate consideration. Not interested? Do you know someone who might be a perfect fit for this role? Refer a friend and earn £250 worth of vouchers! Crimson is acting as an employment agency regarding this vacancy
Senior Product Manager - Fintech We are supporting a global organisation. 6 months initially Mainly remote with meetings in Amsterdam €125 per hour, 40 hours per week. A Senior Product Manager owns larger, more complex products/features or a portfolio of smaller features that are essential to the business in terms of continuity or strategic value. A Senior Product Manager may lead multiple development teams and meaningfully influence the work of teams outside of their immediate control.A Senior Product manager regularly deals with situations with sizable organisational complexity, where aligning strategies and priorities across teams is critical. A Senior Product Manager is able to clearly understand, articulate and size user and product problems by using a wide range qualitative and quantitative insights. These insights drive the long-term vision and strategy for a product/feature or portfolio of products that achieves significant impact. In an optimization-setting, this should mean achieving meaningful incremental performance of their products. In an NPD setting, SPM can get new complex products from 0-to-1, resulting in either significant business impact or new data that leads to higher-level strategic business decisions. Key Responsibilities B2B Product Management experience; Experience in technical product management with many cross functional teams; Payments and/or fintech experience. Can manage 1-2 teams effectively Work with a principle product manager Manage extensive stakeholder set across finance (eg tax, accounting etc) Manage operational processes eg monitoring of inbound tickets, outages etc Has technical affluence ie experience in managing tech modernisation projects in conjunction with engineering manager Product Delivery Manages long-term roadmaps with significantly larger complexity and scope (product, organisational and technical complexities all matter) than more junior PMs. Often with dependencies across multiple areas/teams. Identifies risks and dependencies early-on, and plans for mitigations Works with the team to establish tactical delivery methodology (eg scrum, kanban, hours, points etc.) and execute plans Stakeholder Management Identifies other teams and key stakeholders impacted by the current project Gathers stakeholders' key requirements and works with their manager to integrate the feedback Represents the work of the team in a convincing and engaging way Incorporates stakeholder requirements and feedback more independently before escalating. Manages stakeholder expectations with timely, concise and clear progress updates, adapted to stakeholder needs and via different mediums (verbal, written, presentation). Manages expectations up to Director level (occasionally LT) Handles challenging stakeholders more independently. Tech Fluency Partners with the Engineering Manager (Tech Lead) Actively learns the technical side of their work Advocates for the customer and business in engineering tradeoff decisions. Understands what the most critical elements of the technical solution are and can explain and justify the chosen technical solutions Understands how the multiple systems used to deliver the product are interrelated and anticipates more complex problems or edge cases Ensures a high-quality user experience with our products by showing technical awareness and understanding of risks Ensures the technical feature development and strategy are scoped to satisfy the short and long term needs of the business. Builds bridges between technical and non-technical stakeholders
01/05/2024
Project-based
Senior Product Manager - Fintech We are supporting a global organisation. 6 months initially Mainly remote with meetings in Amsterdam €125 per hour, 40 hours per week. A Senior Product Manager owns larger, more complex products/features or a portfolio of smaller features that are essential to the business in terms of continuity or strategic value. A Senior Product Manager may lead multiple development teams and meaningfully influence the work of teams outside of their immediate control.A Senior Product manager regularly deals with situations with sizable organisational complexity, where aligning strategies and priorities across teams is critical. A Senior Product Manager is able to clearly understand, articulate and size user and product problems by using a wide range qualitative and quantitative insights. These insights drive the long-term vision and strategy for a product/feature or portfolio of products that achieves significant impact. In an optimization-setting, this should mean achieving meaningful incremental performance of their products. In an NPD setting, SPM can get new complex products from 0-to-1, resulting in either significant business impact or new data that leads to higher-level strategic business decisions. Key Responsibilities B2B Product Management experience; Experience in technical product management with many cross functional teams; Payments and/or fintech experience. Can manage 1-2 teams effectively Work with a principle product manager Manage extensive stakeholder set across finance (eg tax, accounting etc) Manage operational processes eg monitoring of inbound tickets, outages etc Has technical affluence ie experience in managing tech modernisation projects in conjunction with engineering manager Product Delivery Manages long-term roadmaps with significantly larger complexity and scope (product, organisational and technical complexities all matter) than more junior PMs. Often with dependencies across multiple areas/teams. Identifies risks and dependencies early-on, and plans for mitigations Works with the team to establish tactical delivery methodology (eg scrum, kanban, hours, points etc.) and execute plans Stakeholder Management Identifies other teams and key stakeholders impacted by the current project Gathers stakeholders' key requirements and works with their manager to integrate the feedback Represents the work of the team in a convincing and engaging way Incorporates stakeholder requirements and feedback more independently before escalating. Manages stakeholder expectations with timely, concise and clear progress updates, adapted to stakeholder needs and via different mediums (verbal, written, presentation). Manages expectations up to Director level (occasionally LT) Handles challenging stakeholders more independently. Tech Fluency Partners with the Engineering Manager (Tech Lead) Actively learns the technical side of their work Advocates for the customer and business in engineering tradeoff decisions. Understands what the most critical elements of the technical solution are and can explain and justify the chosen technical solutions Understands how the multiple systems used to deliver the product are interrelated and anticipates more complex problems or edge cases Ensures a high-quality user experience with our products by showing technical awareness and understanding of risks Ensures the technical feature development and strategy are scoped to satisfy the short and long term needs of the business. Builds bridges between technical and non-technical stakeholders
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
30/04/2024
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
Role : IT Applications Manager Location : Addlestone (2-3 times a week) Salay & Package: Up to £56,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits The position: Ensure the availability and reliability of business-critical applications, including COINS (Finance, Commercial, Customer Services), Workday (Human Resources), and Anaplan (Financial Cashflow). Manage a small internal team of Application Support Analysts and engage with third-party support contracts to provide efficient and effective support for all applications within the organization. Collaborate with the Business Systems Manager to understand and align with core application roadmaps and strategies. Develop and maintain strong relationships with standard application vendors, ensuring high-quality support, and staying updated on their respective development and roadmap plans. Deliver minor developments and enhancements to applications in accordance with business requirements. Lead small projects related to application management and improvement. Experience: Bachelor's or Master's degree in business administration or a related field, or equivalent work experience. 10 or more years of experience in IT and business/industry. Minimum of five years of leadership responsibilities. Experience in the construction business/industry (beyond IT), including managing cross-functional teams or projects, and influencing senior-level management and key stakeholders. Proven track record of consistent achievement at a management level within a similar organization. Demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence decisions in a complex environment
30/04/2024
Full time
Role : IT Applications Manager Location : Addlestone (2-3 times a week) Salay & Package: Up to £56,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits The position: Ensure the availability and reliability of business-critical applications, including COINS (Finance, Commercial, Customer Services), Workday (Human Resources), and Anaplan (Financial Cashflow). Manage a small internal team of Application Support Analysts and engage with third-party support contracts to provide efficient and effective support for all applications within the organization. Collaborate with the Business Systems Manager to understand and align with core application roadmaps and strategies. Develop and maintain strong relationships with standard application vendors, ensuring high-quality support, and staying updated on their respective development and roadmap plans. Deliver minor developments and enhancements to applications in accordance with business requirements. Lead small projects related to application management and improvement. Experience: Bachelor's or Master's degree in business administration or a related field, or equivalent work experience. 10 or more years of experience in IT and business/industry. Minimum of five years of leadership responsibilities. Experience in the construction business/industry (beyond IT), including managing cross-functional teams or projects, and influencing senior-level management and key stakeholders. Proven track record of consistent achievement at a management level within a similar organization. Demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence decisions in a complex environment
IT Applications Manager - Addlestone, Surrey Salary - £50,000 - 56,650 - Car Allowance £6780 Hybrid working available IT Applications Manager required for a leading client based in Chertsey. My client is currently seeking a IT Application Manager to come on board to responsible is to maintain the operation of crucial business applications, minimizing any disruptions in service. You will also be providing assistance for all business applications, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and requests within the agreed service level agreements (SLAs). This support is provided by an in-house team of Application Support Analysts and external third-party support contracts. while collaborating with the Business Systems Manager to comprehend the strategic direction of key application development. Key skills and responsibilities, * Strong application experience * Understanding of IT infrastructure and applications support SLA operational principles and 'best practice' requirements. * COINS (Finance, Commercial, Customer Services) * Workday (Human Resources) * Anaplan (Financial Cashflow) * Overseeing regular interactions with standard application vendors to grasp their development plans, ensuring top-notch support and efficient escalation routes. * Implementing minor improvements to applications as per business agreements. * Taking charge of small-scale projects and playing a pivotal role in major application-related initiatives. * Contributing to the development, documentation, and upkeep of vital business applications and related procedures. * Coordinating the daily functioning and optimization of applications. * Collaborating with the business systems manager to ensure applications adhere to the appropriate trajectory. * Overseeing a compact team of Application Support Analysts, accountable for incident resolution, request fulfillment, and problem-solving. * Participating in the strategic planning for integrating mission-critical applications to enhance business operations and employee efficiency. * Supervising the installation, upgrading, and routine maintenance of software applications. Interested? Please submit your updated CV to Emma Siwicki at Crimson for immediate consideration. Not interested? Do you know someone who might be a perfect fit for this role? Refer a friend and earn £250 worth of vouchers! Crimson is acting as an employment agency regarding this vacancy
29/04/2024
Full time
IT Applications Manager - Addlestone, Surrey Salary - £50,000 - 56,650 - Car Allowance £6780 Hybrid working available IT Applications Manager required for a leading client based in Chertsey. My client is currently seeking a IT Application Manager to come on board to responsible is to maintain the operation of crucial business applications, minimizing any disruptions in service. You will also be providing assistance for all business applications, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and requests within the agreed service level agreements (SLAs). This support is provided by an in-house team of Application Support Analysts and external third-party support contracts. while collaborating with the Business Systems Manager to comprehend the strategic direction of key application development. Key skills and responsibilities, * Strong application experience * Understanding of IT infrastructure and applications support SLA operational principles and 'best practice' requirements. * COINS (Finance, Commercial, Customer Services) * Workday (Human Resources) * Anaplan (Financial Cashflow) * Overseeing regular interactions with standard application vendors to grasp their development plans, ensuring top-notch support and efficient escalation routes. * Implementing minor improvements to applications as per business agreements. * Taking charge of small-scale projects and playing a pivotal role in major application-related initiatives. * Contributing to the development, documentation, and upkeep of vital business applications and related procedures. * Coordinating the daily functioning and optimization of applications. * Collaborating with the business systems manager to ensure applications adhere to the appropriate trajectory. * Overseeing a compact team of Application Support Analysts, accountable for incident resolution, request fulfillment, and problem-solving. * Participating in the strategic planning for integrating mission-critical applications to enhance business operations and employee efficiency. * Supervising the installation, upgrading, and routine maintenance of software applications. Interested? Please submit your updated CV to Emma Siwicki at Crimson for immediate consideration. Not interested? Do you know someone who might be a perfect fit for this role? Refer a friend and earn £250 worth of vouchers! Crimson is acting as an employment agency regarding this vacancy
Hybrid Python Developer with a minimum of 5 years' experience is needed for a 12 month contract paying 1000PLN to 1500PLN per day depending on experience based in Krakow, with 3 days working on site. The ideal Python developer will be based in Poland and able to write clean, maintainable Python code for various projects, including data analytics tools, financial models and automation scripts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams like quants, product managers, architects and data scientists to implement feature enhancements. Conduct code reviews to ensure the quality and functionality of the code produced by peers. Use version control systems, like GitLab, to keep track of code changes. Write robust automated tests utilizing industry-standard tools such as PyTest, Robot Framework or Selenium. Document code and procedures, assist in setting project milestones and maintain organizational transparency. Tech Stack Python, Django, Flask, Pandas, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, GitHub, Gitlab, PyTest, Robot Frame work, Selenium, CI/CD pipelines, Agile, CPLEX Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience. Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in Python programming. Familiarity with Python frameworks and extensions like Django, Flask or Pandas. Proficient in using cloud services and technologies such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Preferred Qualifications : Industry-specific experience in finance or banking. Exposure to DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. Experience working in an Agile framework, familiarity with Agile ceremonies. Familiarity with linear programming tools like CPLEX. Role - Python Developer Location - Krakow in Poland Duration - 12 month Rate -1000PLN to 1500PLN per day
29/04/2024
Project-based
Hybrid Python Developer with a minimum of 5 years' experience is needed for a 12 month contract paying 1000PLN to 1500PLN per day depending on experience based in Krakow, with 3 days working on site. The ideal Python developer will be based in Poland and able to write clean, maintainable Python code for various projects, including data analytics tools, financial models and automation scripts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams like quants, product managers, architects and data scientists to implement feature enhancements. Conduct code reviews to ensure the quality and functionality of the code produced by peers. Use version control systems, like GitLab, to keep track of code changes. Write robust automated tests utilizing industry-standard tools such as PyTest, Robot Framework or Selenium. Document code and procedures, assist in setting project milestones and maintain organizational transparency. Tech Stack Python, Django, Flask, Pandas, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, GitHub, Gitlab, PyTest, Robot Frame work, Selenium, CI/CD pipelines, Agile, CPLEX Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience. Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in Python programming. Familiarity with Python frameworks and extensions like Django, Flask or Pandas. Proficient in using cloud services and technologies such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Preferred Qualifications : Industry-specific experience in finance or banking. Exposure to DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. Experience working in an Agile framework, familiarity with Agile ceremonies. Familiarity with linear programming tools like CPLEX. Role - Python Developer Location - Krakow in Poland Duration - 12 month Rate -1000PLN to 1500PLN per day
Job Title: Project Controls Specialist Job Overview: As a Project Controls Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful planning, execution, and completion of creative projects. You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining project control systems, monitoring project progress, and providing accurate and timely information to support decision-making processes. This role requires a combination of project management, financial analysis, and communication skills to ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget. Key Responsibilities: Project Planning: Collaborate with project managers to develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource requirements. Assist in defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables to ensure alignment with construction industry standards. Cost Estimation and Budgeting : Work closely with the finance, Project Controls director and project management teams to develop accurate project cost estimates. Create and maintain project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring adherence to financial guidelines. Schedule Management: Develop and maintain project schedules, identifying critical paths and potential bottlenecks. Monitor project timelines, identifying and addressing deviations to ensure timely project completion. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and uncertainties that may impact project outcomes. Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address potential issues. Performance Monitoring: Implement project control tools and systems to monitor project performance. Regularly analyze and report on project progress, providing insights into key performance indicators. Communication : Facilitate communication between project teams, management, and stakeholders. Prepare and present regular project status reports, highlighting key milestones, issues, and risks. Change Management: Track and assess changes to project scope, schedule, and budget. Evaluate the impact of changes and communicate adjustments to relevant stakeholders. Documentation : Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and other project-related records. Qualifications : Bachelor s degree in project management, Business Administration, or a related field. Proven experience in project controls, preferably in the construction industry. Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies. Proficiency in project management software and tools. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
08/04/2024
Full time
Job Title: Project Controls Specialist Job Overview: As a Project Controls Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful planning, execution, and completion of creative projects. You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining project control systems, monitoring project progress, and providing accurate and timely information to support decision-making processes. This role requires a combination of project management, financial analysis, and communication skills to ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget. Key Responsibilities: Project Planning: Collaborate with project managers to develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource requirements. Assist in defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables to ensure alignment with construction industry standards. Cost Estimation and Budgeting : Work closely with the finance, Project Controls director and project management teams to develop accurate project cost estimates. Create and maintain project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring adherence to financial guidelines. Schedule Management: Develop and maintain project schedules, identifying critical paths and potential bottlenecks. Monitor project timelines, identifying and addressing deviations to ensure timely project completion. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and uncertainties that may impact project outcomes. Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address potential issues. Performance Monitoring: Implement project control tools and systems to monitor project performance. Regularly analyze and report on project progress, providing insights into key performance indicators. Communication : Facilitate communication between project teams, management, and stakeholders. Prepare and present regular project status reports, highlighting key milestones, issues, and risks. Change Management: Track and assess changes to project scope, schedule, and budget. Evaluate the impact of changes and communicate adjustments to relevant stakeholders. Documentation : Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and other project-related records. Qualifications : Bachelor s degree in project management, Business Administration, or a related field. Proven experience in project controls, preferably in the construction industry. Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies. Proficiency in project management software and tools. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.