Hays Specialist Recruitment
Sunderland, Tyne And Wear
Hays Technology are currently recruiting for a Change Manager to partner across the business to provide change management expertise and leadership in order to facilitate and guide the organisation, managers and colleagues through organisation change and transition, ensuring that change is implemented smoothly, in the right way and drives adoption. Principal Accountabilities Responsible for the leadership and delivery of change management activities and initiatives ensuring seamless transition and minimal disruption. Creation and leadership of the client's change management approach & framework ensuring alignment to best practice methodologies and to each stage of the project life cycle as needed. Efficient and effective mobilisation of change management strategies in line with the client's framework including: Case for change Success metrics Stakeholder analysis and mapping Change impact analysis and assessment. Communication planning Resistance identification and management Change adoption. Change management planning and execution. Sustainment of change Risk management and mitigation Job Description and Person Specification In collaboration with the Business measures and monitoring adoption change through agreed KPIs and recommending strategies as needed to address any issues or risks. Establishes and leads the client's change network (Salesforce Trailblazers, Change Champions & Change Leads) with the objective of ensuring effective feedback mechanisms, tailored change planning and risk identification and mitigation. Provides advice, guidance and feedback in relation to change management activity and support to the Project Lead/Sponsor and others as needed. Remains current in relation to change management best practice and evolves the client's approach, tools and techniques based on this and organisation maturity. Collaborates closely with project management, training, communications, IT and Business colleagues to ensure there is a holistic approach to delivery. Provides reports and updates as needed to the client's PMO or other groups as needed in relation to change management activity. Ensures all change management activity is aligned to the Group's policies, procedures and frameworks as needed. Person Specification This person specification lists the essential skills, attributes and experience that are necessary to successfully conduct the job. Experience and Knowledge Degree qualified in a change management, business or organisational psychology discipline (or equivalent) A recognised change management qualification or training (or equivalent experience). Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of change management approaches and methodologies Demonstrable knowledge of project management methodologies and their practical application Experience of being involved in a range of complex change projects - Business and IT with multiple workstreams is essential. Experience of managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Proven experience in successful delivery of change activity and projects on time and achieving change adoption/success metrics. Demonstrable experience of identifying and managing interdependencies between change activities. Experienced at developing and maintaining a positive teamworking environment. IT skills/Windows 365/Microsoft project What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
25/04/2024
Full time
Hays Technology are currently recruiting for a Change Manager to partner across the business to provide change management expertise and leadership in order to facilitate and guide the organisation, managers and colleagues through organisation change and transition, ensuring that change is implemented smoothly, in the right way and drives adoption. Principal Accountabilities Responsible for the leadership and delivery of change management activities and initiatives ensuring seamless transition and minimal disruption. Creation and leadership of the client's change management approach & framework ensuring alignment to best practice methodologies and to each stage of the project life cycle as needed. Efficient and effective mobilisation of change management strategies in line with the client's framework including: Case for change Success metrics Stakeholder analysis and mapping Change impact analysis and assessment. Communication planning Resistance identification and management Change adoption. Change management planning and execution. Sustainment of change Risk management and mitigation Job Description and Person Specification In collaboration with the Business measures and monitoring adoption change through agreed KPIs and recommending strategies as needed to address any issues or risks. Establishes and leads the client's change network (Salesforce Trailblazers, Change Champions & Change Leads) with the objective of ensuring effective feedback mechanisms, tailored change planning and risk identification and mitigation. Provides advice, guidance and feedback in relation to change management activity and support to the Project Lead/Sponsor and others as needed. Remains current in relation to change management best practice and evolves the client's approach, tools and techniques based on this and organisation maturity. Collaborates closely with project management, training, communications, IT and Business colleagues to ensure there is a holistic approach to delivery. Provides reports and updates as needed to the client's PMO or other groups as needed in relation to change management activity. Ensures all change management activity is aligned to the Group's policies, procedures and frameworks as needed. Person Specification This person specification lists the essential skills, attributes and experience that are necessary to successfully conduct the job. Experience and Knowledge Degree qualified in a change management, business or organisational psychology discipline (or equivalent) A recognised change management qualification or training (or equivalent experience). Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of change management approaches and methodologies Demonstrable knowledge of project management methodologies and their practical application Experience of being involved in a range of complex change projects - Business and IT with multiple workstreams is essential. Experience of managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Proven experience in successful delivery of change activity and projects on time and achieving change adoption/success metrics. Demonstrable experience of identifying and managing interdependencies between change activities. Experienced at developing and maintaining a positive teamworking environment. IT skills/Windows 365/Microsoft project What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Great opportunity for a Tech Lead to work remotely for a SaaS scale-up in Manchester. The company are a market leader in the UK and their flagship software platform, which is an event driven, serverless system has grown to the point it now handles overs 5 million unique monthly users. They have a technology department of around 70 people and are looking for a Tech Lead to take on a key leadership role, responsible for line management and setting the technical direction for a squad whilst working alongside a Delivery Manager. Skills C#, .NET Core, Web API AWS, Docker, Kubernetes CI/CD, TDD, SOLID The money is pretty good too - up to £80k plus benefits including 5% pension, 25 days holiday, private healthcare, and remote first working. If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to know more, please apply through this advert and I will contact you ASAP. InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
25/04/2024
Full time
Great opportunity for a Tech Lead to work remotely for a SaaS scale-up in Manchester. The company are a market leader in the UK and their flagship software platform, which is an event driven, serverless system has grown to the point it now handles overs 5 million unique monthly users. They have a technology department of around 70 people and are looking for a Tech Lead to take on a key leadership role, responsible for line management and setting the technical direction for a squad whilst working alongside a Delivery Manager. Skills C#, .NET Core, Web API AWS, Docker, Kubernetes CI/CD, TDD, SOLID The money is pretty good too - up to £80k plus benefits including 5% pension, 25 days holiday, private healthcare, and remote first working. If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to know more, please apply through this advert and I will contact you ASAP. InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Responsibilities: Development: Design, develop, and maintain highly scalable and secure micro-services using modern frameworks and libraries. Implement RESTful APIs using best practices and design principles. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code. Collaborate with designers and product managers to translate requirements into technical solutions. Conduct unit and integration testing to ensure code quality and functionality. Cloud & DevOps: IBM Cloud: Design and deploy containerized applications using IBM Cloud Kubernetes Service (IKS). Utilize Terraform or ArgoCD to automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management. Implement CI/CD pipelines using IBM Cloud Continuous Delivery service or other compatible tools. Configure and monitor IBM Cloud resources (VMs, storage, networking) using the appropriate tools and APIs. AWS: Design and deploy containerized applications using Amazon Elastic Container Service (ECS) or Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS). Utilize CloudFormation or Terraform to automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management. Implement CI/CD pipelines using AWS CodePipeline or other compatible tools. Configure and monitor AWS resources (EC2 instances, S3 buckets, VPC) using the appropriate tools and APIs. Qualifications: Essential: 5+ years of experience as a Full Stack Developer, with a strong understanding of Front End and Back End development principles. Proven experience in designing, developing, and deploying micro-services architectures. In-depth knowledge of containerization technologies, like Docker and Kubernetes. Experience working with CI/CD tools and methodologies. Experience in at least one of the major cloud providers (IBM Cloud or AWS) with a focus on containerization and DevOps practices. Strong understanding of cloud security best practices. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Preferred: Experience working with both IBM Cloud and AWS. Experience with container orchestration tools like Kubernetes and OpenShift. Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation. Experience with IaC tools specific to IBM Cloud (Cloud Pak for Automation) or AWS (CloudFormation). Experience with API Gateway or similar tools for managing API deployments. Knowledge of cloud-native design patterns and best practices.
25/04/2024
Project-based
Responsibilities: Development: Design, develop, and maintain highly scalable and secure micro-services using modern frameworks and libraries. Implement RESTful APIs using best practices and design principles. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code. Collaborate with designers and product managers to translate requirements into technical solutions. Conduct unit and integration testing to ensure code quality and functionality. Cloud & DevOps: IBM Cloud: Design and deploy containerized applications using IBM Cloud Kubernetes Service (IKS). Utilize Terraform or ArgoCD to automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management. Implement CI/CD pipelines using IBM Cloud Continuous Delivery service or other compatible tools. Configure and monitor IBM Cloud resources (VMs, storage, networking) using the appropriate tools and APIs. AWS: Design and deploy containerized applications using Amazon Elastic Container Service (ECS) or Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS). Utilize CloudFormation or Terraform to automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management. Implement CI/CD pipelines using AWS CodePipeline or other compatible tools. Configure and monitor AWS resources (EC2 instances, S3 buckets, VPC) using the appropriate tools and APIs. Qualifications: Essential: 5+ years of experience as a Full Stack Developer, with a strong understanding of Front End and Back End development principles. Proven experience in designing, developing, and deploying micro-services architectures. In-depth knowledge of containerization technologies, like Docker and Kubernetes. Experience working with CI/CD tools and methodologies. Experience in at least one of the major cloud providers (IBM Cloud or AWS) with a focus on containerization and DevOps practices. Strong understanding of cloud security best practices. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Preferred: Experience working with both IBM Cloud and AWS. Experience with container orchestration tools like Kubernetes and OpenShift. Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation. Experience with IaC tools specific to IBM Cloud (Cloud Pak for Automation) or AWS (CloudFormation). Experience with API Gateway or similar tools for managing API deployments. Knowledge of cloud-native design patterns and best practices.
LatentZero + .NET C# Developer - Up to £900 per day Inside IR35 Are you an experienced .NET developer with expertise in Fidessa LatentZero? Do you have expertise analysing business processes and implementing sophisticated guideline monitoring applications in Asset Management? We are seeking a highly experienced Software Engineer to join our Asset Management team in London. In this role, you will co-lead a global team alongside a senior developer based in India, actively contributing to software development while providing technical leadership and overall accountability for delivery. Key Responsibilities: Co-lead the development team, managing tech initiatives and ensuring compliance Lead customisation requirements and optimisations on LatentZero platform Conduct formal and informal evaluations and analysis to support continuous improvement Liaise with stakeholders and effectively manage relationships/expectations Support Project Managers and enable the development team with key information Significantly contribute to test planning activities Mentor junior team members and elevate the team's overall profile Essential Skills & Experience: 10+ years of experience, previously held a similar senior developer role Strong coding skills in .NET web components, API integration, Oracle 19c, SQL Hands-on experience with GitLab, CI/CD, Linux, PowerShell, Batch Scripting Knowledge of scheduler tools like AutoSys is highly advantageous Prior experience working with the LatentZero Compliance platform is required Beneficial to have knowledge of Asset Management Industry, Portfolio Management, Order Management and Guideline Monitoring
25/04/2024
Project-based
LatentZero + .NET C# Developer - Up to £900 per day Inside IR35 Are you an experienced .NET developer with expertise in Fidessa LatentZero? Do you have expertise analysing business processes and implementing sophisticated guideline monitoring applications in Asset Management? We are seeking a highly experienced Software Engineer to join our Asset Management team in London. In this role, you will co-lead a global team alongside a senior developer based in India, actively contributing to software development while providing technical leadership and overall accountability for delivery. Key Responsibilities: Co-lead the development team, managing tech initiatives and ensuring compliance Lead customisation requirements and optimisations on LatentZero platform Conduct formal and informal evaluations and analysis to support continuous improvement Liaise with stakeholders and effectively manage relationships/expectations Support Project Managers and enable the development team with key information Significantly contribute to test planning activities Mentor junior team members and elevate the team's overall profile Essential Skills & Experience: 10+ years of experience, previously held a similar senior developer role Strong coding skills in .NET web components, API integration, Oracle 19c, SQL Hands-on experience with GitLab, CI/CD, Linux, PowerShell, Batch Scripting Knowledge of scheduler tools like AutoSys is highly advantageous Prior experience working with the LatentZero Compliance platform is required Beneficial to have knowledge of Asset Management Industry, Portfolio Management, Order Management and Guideline Monitoring
Job title: iGaming Product Manager_Mandarin speaking Type: Full time Permanent Location: London Overview: Our client, a software company is looking for an experienced Product Manager specialising in interactive gaming business specifically for European regions. As a Product Manager, you will have the expertise in understanding the product and its specifications, requirements, and operations, design the right product concept and UI design that suits the local market, working (supervising) closely with in-house as well as outsourcing technical teams in developing and iterating the product. You should possess an extensive experience and worked on the entire product cycle process within the gaming business and has knowledge in product strategy. What you will do: Conduct market research, competitive analysis and customer feedback to understand the local market demand, and to propose a product strategy that matches business strategy Develop a roadmap for the product vision and business strategy, and to clearly define the product design, engineer/technicality, and to ensure it is in compliance with relevant legal and industry requirements, if applicable Collaborate with cross-functional teams for timely product delivery, and to ensure the product specifications and quality meet the internal objectives and local market demand Oversee and hands-on work on the product development process, from conception to launching, identify and address any product management efficiency issues, and to evaluate product quality based on Real Time data and relevant technology applications Monitor metrics and indicators for product improvement opportunities, take ownership of the product delivery, provide product insights, development and delivery updates Communicate and build good working relationships with external stakeholders for optimal product positioning The ideal candidate: Bachelor's degree and/or above, graduated from business, marketing, computer science, information technology, UX design, or software engineering. Proficiency in product management tools, proven experience in product manager within tech gaming business and demonstrated ability to launch competitive interactive gaming product Experience in European iGaming industry product management roles Attention to details, critical thinking, ability to analyse and interpret data, understanding of market research and data Possess strong communication skills, professional research skills and teamwork skills to harmonise with peers, cross-functional teams, senior management, project players, and customers, and can cooperate with irregular overseas business trips Knowledge of agile development and product management best practices Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
25/04/2024
Full time
Job title: iGaming Product Manager_Mandarin speaking Type: Full time Permanent Location: London Overview: Our client, a software company is looking for an experienced Product Manager specialising in interactive gaming business specifically for European regions. As a Product Manager, you will have the expertise in understanding the product and its specifications, requirements, and operations, design the right product concept and UI design that suits the local market, working (supervising) closely with in-house as well as outsourcing technical teams in developing and iterating the product. You should possess an extensive experience and worked on the entire product cycle process within the gaming business and has knowledge in product strategy. What you will do: Conduct market research, competitive analysis and customer feedback to understand the local market demand, and to propose a product strategy that matches business strategy Develop a roadmap for the product vision and business strategy, and to clearly define the product design, engineer/technicality, and to ensure it is in compliance with relevant legal and industry requirements, if applicable Collaborate with cross-functional teams for timely product delivery, and to ensure the product specifications and quality meet the internal objectives and local market demand Oversee and hands-on work on the product development process, from conception to launching, identify and address any product management efficiency issues, and to evaluate product quality based on Real Time data and relevant technology applications Monitor metrics and indicators for product improvement opportunities, take ownership of the product delivery, provide product insights, development and delivery updates Communicate and build good working relationships with external stakeholders for optimal product positioning The ideal candidate: Bachelor's degree and/or above, graduated from business, marketing, computer science, information technology, UX design, or software engineering. Proficiency in product management tools, proven experience in product manager within tech gaming business and demonstrated ability to launch competitive interactive gaming product Experience in European iGaming industry product management roles Attention to details, critical thinking, ability to analyse and interpret data, understanding of market research and data Possess strong communication skills, professional research skills and teamwork skills to harmonise with peers, cross-functional teams, senior management, project players, and customers, and can cooperate with irregular overseas business trips Knowledge of agile development and product management best practices Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Robert Half have partnered with an impressive global organisation based in Bicester to recruit a 2nd Line Engineer to join the team. This is an exciting role where you will be the main point of contact for all end-users for their Oxfordshire office, providing 1st and 2nd line support and contribute to Group IT projects. Roles and Responsibilities Assist IT Service Desk Manager on related IT projects including software rollouts, hardware upgrades Support a myriad of systems and hardware for internal and external users Manage user requests through ITSM tool Triage and troubleshoot all queries to resolution Provide routine maintenance About You Proven experience working as a 2nd Line Engineer Strong technical understanding of hardware deployment, network products, O365 administration, Windows 11 support, Active Directory Experience in MDM solutions - InTune, SCCM, Endpoint Manager Knowledge of network protocols including TCP/IP, DCHP, VoIP, WiFi and DNS Outstanding customer service On Offer Salary up to £35,000 DOE Hybrid working (3 days in Bicester office, 2 days WFH, occasional travel to London office) 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays Company bonus Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: Security alert: scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website:
25/04/2024
Full time
Robert Half have partnered with an impressive global organisation based in Bicester to recruit a 2nd Line Engineer to join the team. This is an exciting role where you will be the main point of contact for all end-users for their Oxfordshire office, providing 1st and 2nd line support and contribute to Group IT projects. Roles and Responsibilities Assist IT Service Desk Manager on related IT projects including software rollouts, hardware upgrades Support a myriad of systems and hardware for internal and external users Manage user requests through ITSM tool Triage and troubleshoot all queries to resolution Provide routine maintenance About You Proven experience working as a 2nd Line Engineer Strong technical understanding of hardware deployment, network products, O365 administration, Windows 11 support, Active Directory Experience in MDM solutions - InTune, SCCM, Endpoint Manager Knowledge of network protocols including TCP/IP, DCHP, VoIP, WiFi and DNS Outstanding customer service On Offer Salary up to £35,000 DOE Hybrid working (3 days in Bicester office, 2 days WFH, occasional travel to London office) 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays Company bonus Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: Security alert: scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website:
Overview Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Engineer - Systems will be responsible for supporting the administration and co-ordination of all quality processes within the team in order to ensure compliance with the relevant standards. Responsibilities Plan and conduct internal audits in alignment with the appropriate standards, document findings and ensure improvement / corrective actions are implemented and effective. Support the Quality Manager with the administration of IR's, in addition to IR report generation and external auditors as required. Conduct supplier audits, document findings and ensure improvement / corrective actions are implemented and effective. Work with the Purchasing team and suppliers in order to support component issue resolution. Support with the administration and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS). Gather data and generate reports to support decision making within the team and wider business. Support the Quality Manager to ensure the ongoing compliance with the relevant quality, industry and regulatory standards. Identify the need for and support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives across the business. Other duties as required. Essential Experience: Problem solving: Knowledge and experience of root cause analysis and corrective action, logical approach to resolution of issues. Data: Proven experience of collating, analysing, and presenting data. Engineering: Prior experience of working in a similar role within an engineering environment. Quality: Working in an ISO9001 or similar environment. IT Skills: Knowledge and experience of using Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Desirable skills but not essential: Electronics Knowledge: Experience of working in a practical electronics environment. Auditing: Experience in conducting audits against ISO9001, processing audit documentation and improvement reports. Experience in administration and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) Compliance: Acts with integrity and can work in accordance with regulation and compliance. Data Visualisation Software: Familiar with data visualisation software, such as Power BI or similar tools for date gathering and presentation. Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities. Please note: That no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job
25/04/2024
Full time
Overview Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Engineer - Systems will be responsible for supporting the administration and co-ordination of all quality processes within the team in order to ensure compliance with the relevant standards. Responsibilities Plan and conduct internal audits in alignment with the appropriate standards, document findings and ensure improvement / corrective actions are implemented and effective. Support the Quality Manager with the administration of IR's, in addition to IR report generation and external auditors as required. Conduct supplier audits, document findings and ensure improvement / corrective actions are implemented and effective. Work with the Purchasing team and suppliers in order to support component issue resolution. Support with the administration and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS). Gather data and generate reports to support decision making within the team and wider business. Support the Quality Manager to ensure the ongoing compliance with the relevant quality, industry and regulatory standards. Identify the need for and support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives across the business. Other duties as required. Essential Experience: Problem solving: Knowledge and experience of root cause analysis and corrective action, logical approach to resolution of issues. Data: Proven experience of collating, analysing, and presenting data. Engineering: Prior experience of working in a similar role within an engineering environment. Quality: Working in an ISO9001 or similar environment. IT Skills: Knowledge and experience of using Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Desirable skills but not essential: Electronics Knowledge: Experience of working in a practical electronics environment. Auditing: Experience in conducting audits against ISO9001, processing audit documentation and improvement reports. Experience in administration and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) Compliance: Acts with integrity and can work in accordance with regulation and compliance. Data Visualisation Software: Familiar with data visualisation software, such as Power BI or similar tools for date gathering and presentation. Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities. Please note: That no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job
An independent Medical Communications Agency based in central Oxford is looking for an Account Manager for Business Support Team, to be the project manager on accounts, working collaboratively on client solutions with the account lead. Lead the project team, recognising their value and using all talents of the Team. Responsibilities and duties Ensure a clear brief is received from the client and disseminated to the internal team Deliver projects to the brief and within scope and budget Build strong effective relationships with the clients and external thought leaders Brief and review freelance design and digital work to ensure that it is client ready Ensure standard operating procedures (SOPs) for reviewing materials are adhered to Proactively consider any problems that may arise when managing programmes and flag these to the account leads and or client where appropriate and make suggestions to overcome these Ensure the team follow compliance procedures, GDPR and pharmaceutical codes of practice Efficiently manage competing projects Develop budgets for review with the account lead Ensure all projects are reconciled accurately and invoiced on time Forecast projects accurately and in a timely manner Ensure all finance tracking is adhered to To be involved in new business requests for proposals, pitches and research To be available for domestic and international travel when a project requires onsite support Qualifications and Experience Ideally educated to graduate level with a Bachelors degree (BSc) or bring extensive project management experience At least 3 years experience within medical communications Able to lead client accounts Organised with excellent time management skills Good attention to detail Proactive and enthusiastic Competent in MS Office including Excel, PowerPoint and Word Excellent written and spoken communication skills Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
25/04/2024
Full time
An independent Medical Communications Agency based in central Oxford is looking for an Account Manager for Business Support Team, to be the project manager on accounts, working collaboratively on client solutions with the account lead. Lead the project team, recognising their value and using all talents of the Team. Responsibilities and duties Ensure a clear brief is received from the client and disseminated to the internal team Deliver projects to the brief and within scope and budget Build strong effective relationships with the clients and external thought leaders Brief and review freelance design and digital work to ensure that it is client ready Ensure standard operating procedures (SOPs) for reviewing materials are adhered to Proactively consider any problems that may arise when managing programmes and flag these to the account leads and or client where appropriate and make suggestions to overcome these Ensure the team follow compliance procedures, GDPR and pharmaceutical codes of practice Efficiently manage competing projects Develop budgets for review with the account lead Ensure all projects are reconciled accurately and invoiced on time Forecast projects accurately and in a timely manner Ensure all finance tracking is adhered to To be involved in new business requests for proposals, pitches and research To be available for domestic and international travel when a project requires onsite support Qualifications and Experience Ideally educated to graduate level with a Bachelors degree (BSc) or bring extensive project management experience At least 3 years experience within medical communications Able to lead client accounts Organised with excellent time management skills Good attention to detail Proactive and enthusiastic Competent in MS Office including Excel, PowerPoint and Word Excellent written and spoken communication skills Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
We are recruiting a Systems Engineer to join the Application Engineering Team within the Engineering Department. Reporting to the Application Engineering Manager, the role of Systems Engineer has significant responsibility of developing complex and sophisticated engineering solutions using company products to meet customer needs. The role is responsible for executing all technical aspects of engineering projects including assessing customer requirements, developing customer hardware and software solutions, supporting customers, and writing technical documentation. The role requires an expert understanding of the functionality and use of the company's products and how to adapt them for new applications. Expertise / Technical Competence Technical Analysis : Able to investigate and understand complex technical issues and problems. Ensure issues are managed appropriately. Systems Design : Competent using system analysis tools (UML, Data Flow, FMEA, etc.) to analyse customer needs, system requirements, capability, and cost to determine project feasibility. Able to lead the integration of complex systems and development of system validation plans. Project Management: Experience in managing more than 3 concurrent projects; planning, tracking and manage development tasks. Work to deadlines and adapt plans as necessary to meet project objectives. Work collaboratively with customers and internal departments to successfully achieve outcomes and results. Health and Safety : Experience of performing system safety assessments and product safety certifications. Technical Documentation: Experience of writing technical documentation from non-technical customer input and writing documentation that allows non-technical people to understand the technical solution we are providing. Candidates should be competent with some of the following: Degree qualification in suitable discipline electronics or equivalent 2:1 or better Electronics Design A good knowledge of product design from feasibility to production, including digital and analogue circuits, microprocessor circuits and PCB design. Firmware Development A good knowledge of C, C++ programming languages and real time operating systems. Mechanical Design A good knowledge of mechanical design for products, including frames and housings, and for product testing equipment. Navigation Concepts and Kinematics Understanding of navigation concepts such as kinematic equations and hardware components used in navigation, such as IMUs and GPS/GNSS. Software Development Have a good knowledge of C++ and C# programming languages, WPF and XAML. Able to lead the development of Software applications and GUI covering the full software life cycle. IoT and SaaS Knowledge of application programming interfaces (APIs) that connect devices to the Internet, along with other key IoT technologies such as Big Data management tools, predictive analytics, AI and machine learning, the cloud, and radio-frequency identification (RFID). Product Compliance An expert knowledge of design for manufacture and product approval processes. Quality Assurance Development and implementation of quality assurance and regulatory compliance procedures for products. Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities. Please note: That no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
25/04/2024
Full time
We are recruiting a Systems Engineer to join the Application Engineering Team within the Engineering Department. Reporting to the Application Engineering Manager, the role of Systems Engineer has significant responsibility of developing complex and sophisticated engineering solutions using company products to meet customer needs. The role is responsible for executing all technical aspects of engineering projects including assessing customer requirements, developing customer hardware and software solutions, supporting customers, and writing technical documentation. The role requires an expert understanding of the functionality and use of the company's products and how to adapt them for new applications. Expertise / Technical Competence Technical Analysis : Able to investigate and understand complex technical issues and problems. Ensure issues are managed appropriately. Systems Design : Competent using system analysis tools (UML, Data Flow, FMEA, etc.) to analyse customer needs, system requirements, capability, and cost to determine project feasibility. Able to lead the integration of complex systems and development of system validation plans. Project Management: Experience in managing more than 3 concurrent projects; planning, tracking and manage development tasks. Work to deadlines and adapt plans as necessary to meet project objectives. Work collaboratively with customers and internal departments to successfully achieve outcomes and results. Health and Safety : Experience of performing system safety assessments and product safety certifications. Technical Documentation: Experience of writing technical documentation from non-technical customer input and writing documentation that allows non-technical people to understand the technical solution we are providing. Candidates should be competent with some of the following: Degree qualification in suitable discipline electronics or equivalent 2:1 or better Electronics Design A good knowledge of product design from feasibility to production, including digital and analogue circuits, microprocessor circuits and PCB design. Firmware Development A good knowledge of C, C++ programming languages and real time operating systems. Mechanical Design A good knowledge of mechanical design for products, including frames and housings, and for product testing equipment. Navigation Concepts and Kinematics Understanding of navigation concepts such as kinematic equations and hardware components used in navigation, such as IMUs and GPS/GNSS. Software Development Have a good knowledge of C++ and C# programming languages, WPF and XAML. Able to lead the development of Software applications and GUI covering the full software life cycle. IoT and SaaS Knowledge of application programming interfaces (APIs) that connect devices to the Internet, along with other key IoT technologies such as Big Data management tools, predictive analytics, AI and machine learning, the cloud, and radio-frequency identification (RFID). Product Compliance An expert knowledge of design for manufacture and product approval processes. Quality Assurance Development and implementation of quality assurance and regulatory compliance procedures for products. Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities. Please note: That no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
UX/UI Designer Staffordshire - Hybrid- Min. once per month on site Salary up to £40,000 + benefits I am representing a leading provider of fleet management software, developing innovative solutions and services for many businesses. In this UI/UX Developer role, you will work closely alongside a Product Manager to ensure outstanding UX and UI on a number of applications, including a mobile technician app, as well as playing a crucial role in the future of UI/UX in the organisation. This UX/UI Designer opportunity will allow you to create and shape numerous visual designs and deliver the best user experience for the business and it's clients. Key Responsibilities of the UX/UI Designer: Design of new products and features to be added to the range of software products Translate concepts into wireframes and prototypes using specialist tools Establish processes for the development of a UI/UX function Suggest changes to already existing products with the aim of improving user experience Key Requirements: Ideally 2-3 years of experience in a UI/UX designer role Strong problem solving skills and customer focused Understanding of Usability factors, Balsamiq and WinForms is beneficial Excellent written and verbal communication Happy to be part of a very small team, shaping the future of UI and UX within the organisation This is an opportunity to join a creative organisation playing a new and pivotal UI/UX Designer role, contributing to the future success of the company as they adopt a more product-led and Agile way of working. If this sounds like the right move for you, please apply and I will get in touch. This role is based out of an office in Staffordshire - you will need to attend a minimum of once per month, but you can go in more if you'd like!
25/04/2024
Full time
UX/UI Designer Staffordshire - Hybrid- Min. once per month on site Salary up to £40,000 + benefits I am representing a leading provider of fleet management software, developing innovative solutions and services for many businesses. In this UI/UX Developer role, you will work closely alongside a Product Manager to ensure outstanding UX and UI on a number of applications, including a mobile technician app, as well as playing a crucial role in the future of UI/UX in the organisation. This UX/UI Designer opportunity will allow you to create and shape numerous visual designs and deliver the best user experience for the business and it's clients. Key Responsibilities of the UX/UI Designer: Design of new products and features to be added to the range of software products Translate concepts into wireframes and prototypes using specialist tools Establish processes for the development of a UI/UX function Suggest changes to already existing products with the aim of improving user experience Key Requirements: Ideally 2-3 years of experience in a UI/UX designer role Strong problem solving skills and customer focused Understanding of Usability factors, Balsamiq and WinForms is beneficial Excellent written and verbal communication Happy to be part of a very small team, shaping the future of UI and UX within the organisation This is an opportunity to join a creative organisation playing a new and pivotal UI/UX Designer role, contributing to the future success of the company as they adopt a more product-led and Agile way of working. If this sounds like the right move for you, please apply and I will get in touch. This role is based out of an office in Staffordshire - you will need to attend a minimum of once per month, but you can go in more if you'd like!
NO SPONSORSHIP - NO CALLS FROM 3rd PARTIES PC TECHNICIAN Great soft skills because there is a lot of client interface Smarts & soft skills are everything Familiarity with SCCM is extremely helpful It's 100% desktop Start out at a six-month duration,but it can be renewed longer Project Tasks Image and configure end-user devices through MECM (SCCM) task sequence Deploy approved applications to endpoints through MECM Software Center Deliver and install endpoint devices and peripherals to end-user location Verify Workstation configuration and application functionality with end-user Troubleshoot any identified issues at the time of verification, or escalate to senior EUE team member Validate network printer installation Confirm presence of required mapped network drives Transfer local data where applicable Reclaim any replaced endpoint and peripherals to return to EUE inventory Communicate hardware deployment/reclaim with Asset Manager Skills Basic/Required Experience supporting Microsoft Windows 10 operating system Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications Ability to track and maintain hardware inventory (serial number/asset tag) to be communicated with Asset Manager Ability to lift equipment up to 30 lbs. (endpoint devices, peripherals) Preferred Experience supporting Microsoft Windows 11 operating system Experience with ServiceNow ITSM platform Experience with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) VACCINE REQUIRED Need a candidate to install and uninstall Software on 400 PC Laptops, desktops. All windows focused - 2-3 years experience
24/04/2024
Project-based
NO SPONSORSHIP - NO CALLS FROM 3rd PARTIES PC TECHNICIAN Great soft skills because there is a lot of client interface Smarts & soft skills are everything Familiarity with SCCM is extremely helpful It's 100% desktop Start out at a six-month duration,but it can be renewed longer Project Tasks Image and configure end-user devices through MECM (SCCM) task sequence Deploy approved applications to endpoints through MECM Software Center Deliver and install endpoint devices and peripherals to end-user location Verify Workstation configuration and application functionality with end-user Troubleshoot any identified issues at the time of verification, or escalate to senior EUE team member Validate network printer installation Confirm presence of required mapped network drives Transfer local data where applicable Reclaim any replaced endpoint and peripherals to return to EUE inventory Communicate hardware deployment/reclaim with Asset Manager Skills Basic/Required Experience supporting Microsoft Windows 10 operating system Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications Ability to track and maintain hardware inventory (serial number/asset tag) to be communicated with Asset Manager Ability to lift equipment up to 30 lbs. (endpoint devices, peripherals) Preferred Experience supporting Microsoft Windows 11 operating system Experience with ServiceNow ITSM platform Experience with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) VACCINE REQUIRED Need a candidate to install and uninstall Software on 400 PC Laptops, desktops. All windows focused - 2-3 years experience
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
24/04/2024
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
24/04/2024
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
Oracle DBA Tech Team Lead/Manager Salary: Open + Bonus Location: Chelmsford, MA On-site: 5 days/week *We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role* Qualifications Bachelor's degree 10+ years Oracle EBS (11i/R12) 5+ years in ERP Cloud platform 20+ years of experience as Oracle ERP APPS DBA Managerial/supervisory experience Minimum execution of two Upgrade cycles in the past. Will be responsible for Cutover Downtime reduction through process improvements in each Upgrade iteration, must have experience in EBS Application architecture, Concurrent managers, Workflow, layout of application on infrastructure, etc. Excellent knowledge in cloning, patching, backup recovery of ERP application including knowledge of ODI, FAW/ADW, Performance tuning, SQL profiling. Hands on experience of RMAN, Backup Management and different Recovery techniques. Design and Implement disaster recovery plans. Responsibilities You will support the following levels: Physical - you will be responsible for the physical and technical oriented aspects eg, storage, security, networking and more; Application - you will handle all application-related issues (eg, queries, users, Embedded SQL's etc.) You will ensure database resources are sized properly and a design strategy is developed to make sure that the database is maintained at a healthy size. You will ensure availability and performance of multi database and application environments with very large volumes and sizes. Responsible to manage Oracle Cloud OCI platform and maintain the ongoing integrations and configurations to keep the Cloud platform in a healthy condition. You will manage or perform routine DBA tasks like database maintenance, backups, recovery, table space management, upgrades, etc. You will execute periodic health checks for databases and recommend changes that should be executed in the production environment to ensure optimal performance. You will interact and work with multiple infrastructure, Security, and IT teams as part of environment setup, maintenance, and support. This is an important function of this role. Plans and responds to service outages including backup and restore. Monitors system performance diagnosing software and hardware failures to resolution.
24/04/2024
Full time
Oracle DBA Tech Team Lead/Manager Salary: Open + Bonus Location: Chelmsford, MA On-site: 5 days/week *We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role* Qualifications Bachelor's degree 10+ years Oracle EBS (11i/R12) 5+ years in ERP Cloud platform 20+ years of experience as Oracle ERP APPS DBA Managerial/supervisory experience Minimum execution of two Upgrade cycles in the past. Will be responsible for Cutover Downtime reduction through process improvements in each Upgrade iteration, must have experience in EBS Application architecture, Concurrent managers, Workflow, layout of application on infrastructure, etc. Excellent knowledge in cloning, patching, backup recovery of ERP application including knowledge of ODI, FAW/ADW, Performance tuning, SQL profiling. Hands on experience of RMAN, Backup Management and different Recovery techniques. Design and Implement disaster recovery plans. Responsibilities You will support the following levels: Physical - you will be responsible for the physical and technical oriented aspects eg, storage, security, networking and more; Application - you will handle all application-related issues (eg, queries, users, Embedded SQL's etc.) You will ensure database resources are sized properly and a design strategy is developed to make sure that the database is maintained at a healthy size. You will ensure availability and performance of multi database and application environments with very large volumes and sizes. Responsible to manage Oracle Cloud OCI platform and maintain the ongoing integrations and configurations to keep the Cloud platform in a healthy condition. You will manage or perform routine DBA tasks like database maintenance, backups, recovery, table space management, upgrades, etc. You will execute periodic health checks for databases and recommend changes that should be executed in the production environment to ensure optimal performance. You will interact and work with multiple infrastructure, Security, and IT teams as part of environment setup, maintenance, and support. This is an important function of this role. Plans and responds to service outages including backup and restore. Monitors system performance diagnosing software and hardware failures to resolution.
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.
24/04/2024
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.
Global Technology Solutions Ltd
Hampton, Cambridgeshire
Location - Hampton, Peterborough Pay - £15 per hour, after 3 months goes up to £17.46 Contract - 3 months with potential extensions Hours - 7.5 hours a day, between 06:30 and 18:00 - maximum of 2 weekends a month, get the days back in the week. Required skills: - fluent German and English speaking, with strong all round communication skills - Plenty of Customer service experience - Previously required to complete calls/make bookings. - Experience with Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook - Speaking/typing in English to a professional level. - Being a great problem solver - thinking proactively in order to resolve incidents as quickly and smoothly as possible. - Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent in Maths and English - IT certificated desirable but not essential. Requirements: - Regularly updating incidents logged on the Incident Management system and provide end users with a technical solution within Service Level Agreements. - Proactively keeping Customers informed on incident or request status and progress. - Escalate incidents where a first time fix is not possible to either 2nd line support or the relevant resolver group. - Adhering to Incident management procedures. - Monitor, progress, and resolve incidents whilst ensuring customer satisfaction through proactive updates, frequent contact and escalation where necessary. - Keeping up to date with the current standard procedures. - Proactively maintain and develop knowledge, skills and experience through client contact, industry sources, formalised training and development plan. - Escalate potential service issues initially with Shift Leader/Team Leader/Service Desk Manager/Service Delivery Manager - Escalate potential problem issues with Problem and Incident Management. - Contributing to team meetings. If you think you're suitable for the role, apply now! If you are interested, please contact GTS. "In applying for this position, you consent to your personal data being shared with the specified employer and for your details to remain with GTS for as long as is necessary to process your application. See our Privacy Notice for full information Global Technology Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
24/04/2024
Project-based
Location - Hampton, Peterborough Pay - £15 per hour, after 3 months goes up to £17.46 Contract - 3 months with potential extensions Hours - 7.5 hours a day, between 06:30 and 18:00 - maximum of 2 weekends a month, get the days back in the week. Required skills: - fluent German and English speaking, with strong all round communication skills - Plenty of Customer service experience - Previously required to complete calls/make bookings. - Experience with Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook - Speaking/typing in English to a professional level. - Being a great problem solver - thinking proactively in order to resolve incidents as quickly and smoothly as possible. - Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent in Maths and English - IT certificated desirable but not essential. Requirements: - Regularly updating incidents logged on the Incident Management system and provide end users with a technical solution within Service Level Agreements. - Proactively keeping Customers informed on incident or request status and progress. - Escalate incidents where a first time fix is not possible to either 2nd line support or the relevant resolver group. - Adhering to Incident management procedures. - Monitor, progress, and resolve incidents whilst ensuring customer satisfaction through proactive updates, frequent contact and escalation where necessary. - Keeping up to date with the current standard procedures. - Proactively maintain and develop knowledge, skills and experience through client contact, industry sources, formalised training and development plan. - Escalate potential service issues initially with Shift Leader/Team Leader/Service Desk Manager/Service Delivery Manager - Escalate potential problem issues with Problem and Incident Management. - Contributing to team meetings. If you think you're suitable for the role, apply now! If you are interested, please contact GTS. "In applying for this position, you consent to your personal data being shared with the specified employer and for your details to remain with GTS for as long as is necessary to process your application. See our Privacy Notice for full information Global Technology Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
*Role is onsite 5 days per week, we are unable to sponsor for this contract role* Prestigious Enterprise Company is currently seeking a Desktop SCCM Technician. Candidate will be responsible for the support, and on-going operation of the desktop and virtual desktop (SCCM) platforms. The position serves to drive change in technology and process to bring functionality, supportability, and security to the desktop infrastructure. Responsibilities: Provides support to staff. Documents common troubleshooting steps for first and second-level support teams. Performs routine and preventative system maintenance and implements changes to address production issues. Regularly participates in monthly off-hours maintenance windows. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred. 3+ years of direct experience engineering desktop solutions in a large, global professional services firm. Additional experience supporting and administering desktop technologies including system patching, encryption, SCCM is preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to clearly convey information to a broad audience. Technologies: Microsoft Systems Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), including: OS build deployments and task sequences. Microsoft Windows desktop management Basic Active Directory and Group Policy administration. Basic Windows OS security. Citrix virtual application and virtual desktop administration.
24/04/2024
Project-based
*Role is onsite 5 days per week, we are unable to sponsor for this contract role* Prestigious Enterprise Company is currently seeking a Desktop SCCM Technician. Candidate will be responsible for the support, and on-going operation of the desktop and virtual desktop (SCCM) platforms. The position serves to drive change in technology and process to bring functionality, supportability, and security to the desktop infrastructure. Responsibilities: Provides support to staff. Documents common troubleshooting steps for first and second-level support teams. Performs routine and preventative system maintenance and implements changes to address production issues. Regularly participates in monthly off-hours maintenance windows. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred. 3+ years of direct experience engineering desktop solutions in a large, global professional services firm. Additional experience supporting and administering desktop technologies including system patching, encryption, SCCM is preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to clearly convey information to a broad audience. Technologies: Microsoft Systems Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), including: OS build deployments and task sequences. Microsoft Windows desktop management Basic Active Directory and Group Policy administration. Basic Windows OS security. Citrix virtual application and virtual desktop administration.
Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Ltd
Chichester, Sussex
Are you ready to lead the charge in delivering cutting-edge programs that drive organisational success? We're seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Manager to take on the challenge of managing multiple programs. Dedicated to innovation in creating cutting-edge Embedded GUI applications for the thrilling realm of inflight entertainment systems on commercial aircraft, this company is continuing to grow. As a Program Manager you'll play a pivotal role in managing the delivery of multiple programs, ensuring alignment with our strategic goals and mission. Reporting to the Technical Director, you'll be responsible for coordinating with clients, overseeing project schedules, and maintaining the highest standards of quality throughout the development process. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with clients to define project scopes, schedules, and quality requirements. Provide clear and concise requirements to our development team, ensuring adherence to project specifications. Work closely with the management team to allocate resources effectively and monitor ongoing development. Foster strong relationships with stakeholders across departments and ensure client satisfaction. Establish governance structures and decision-making processes to maintain control and oversight of programs. Provide regular updates and reports on program status to key stakeholders. The successful Program Manager will have: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Program Management/IT field. Minimum of 3 years' experience in a program management role, preferably in a client-focused environment. Strong leadership skills with the ability to thrive under pressure. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Exceptional attention to detail and time management abilities. Proficiency in program and development methodologies (eg, Agile, Waterfall, Scrum). Familiarity with project management tools and Office applications. Perks and Benefits: Salary of £45,000 4% pension contribution: Secure your financial future with our generous pension plan. 20 days of holiday, Buy or Sell up to 5 days holiday per year Flexibility: Enjoy the option to work 2-3 days a week from the comfort of your home after the initial 6 months in their vibrant Chichester office. Life assurance, Dental, and eye care: We care about your well-being and offer comprehensive coverage to keep you healthy and happy. Click apply or contact Chris Lynes at Spectrum IT Recruitment for more information. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
24/04/2024
Full time
Are you ready to lead the charge in delivering cutting-edge programs that drive organisational success? We're seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Manager to take on the challenge of managing multiple programs. Dedicated to innovation in creating cutting-edge Embedded GUI applications for the thrilling realm of inflight entertainment systems on commercial aircraft, this company is continuing to grow. As a Program Manager you'll play a pivotal role in managing the delivery of multiple programs, ensuring alignment with our strategic goals and mission. Reporting to the Technical Director, you'll be responsible for coordinating with clients, overseeing project schedules, and maintaining the highest standards of quality throughout the development process. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with clients to define project scopes, schedules, and quality requirements. Provide clear and concise requirements to our development team, ensuring adherence to project specifications. Work closely with the management team to allocate resources effectively and monitor ongoing development. Foster strong relationships with stakeholders across departments and ensure client satisfaction. Establish governance structures and decision-making processes to maintain control and oversight of programs. Provide regular updates and reports on program status to key stakeholders. The successful Program Manager will have: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Program Management/IT field. Minimum of 3 years' experience in a program management role, preferably in a client-focused environment. Strong leadership skills with the ability to thrive under pressure. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Exceptional attention to detail and time management abilities. Proficiency in program and development methodologies (eg, Agile, Waterfall, Scrum). Familiarity with project management tools and Office applications. Perks and Benefits: Salary of £45,000 4% pension contribution: Secure your financial future with our generous pension plan. 20 days of holiday, Buy or Sell up to 5 days holiday per year Flexibility: Enjoy the option to work 2-3 days a week from the comfort of your home after the initial 6 months in their vibrant Chichester office. Life assurance, Dental, and eye care: We care about your well-being and offer comprehensive coverage to keep you healthy and happy. Click apply or contact Chris Lynes at Spectrum IT Recruitment for more information. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
(Hybrid - Birmingham, Bristol, Swindon) Experienced Business Systems Manager to lead the strategy, architecture, delivery and operation of critical corporate systems within the GPA. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving digital innovation, ensuring seamless integration of systems and optimising operational efficiency. Client Details The Government Property Agency is changing the way the Civil Service works and is at the forefront of the Government's transformation agenda; reshaping the relationship civil servants have with their place of work. The Agency is central to the delivery of key Government policies including moving 22,000 Civil Service roles out of London by 2030 and tackling climate change by contributing to the Net Zero agenda. To do this we are delivering a major change programme across the UK and consolidating our portfolio in order to save £1.4 Bn over 10 years. Beyond the bricks and mortar, the GPA is about providing great workplaces for our people. Through programmes like Hubs, Whitehall Campus and Smart Working you will be in the vanguard of creating model working environments and promoting flexible working practices. This is an ambitious and exciting task, for which we need innovative people, with strong commercial acumen, who are passionate about visualising and implementing customer needs. Launched as an Executive Agency of the Cabinet Office in 2018, we're a relatively new department and we are growing fast so we also need people who thrive in ambiguity, can adapt quickly to change and are comfortable stepping outside of their remit to drive outcomes. Description Potential PACKAGE from £51,700 + £3,000 Recruitment and Retention Allowance + £5,000 Gold Standard for accreditation, leading pension, holiday entitlement, hybrid working arrangements in addition to fascinating programmes of transformation! GPA has moved from "start up to scale up" stage and is reaching the end of its first wave of digital transformation. We have implemented the best in class systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, ServiceNow, Salesforce, Planon IWMS and will be implementing other systems like JIRA, Confluence, Ardoq and Microsoft 365. The GPA has delivered all of its major digital & data implementation and now requires a period of stabilisation, embedding & consolidation over the next 18 months to drive efficiencies before embarking on the next phase of innovation. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Systems Manager to lead the strategy, architecture, delivery and operation of critical corporate systems within the GPA. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving digital innovation, ensuring seamless integration of systems and optimising operational efficiency. The candidate will Develop and articulate a clear corporate systems strategy aligned with GPA's Property and Digital Strategy and industry best practices. Lead the design and development of the enterprise, business and application architecture ensuring scalability, flexibility and alignment with enterprise architecture principles and standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritise system requirements, considering long-term business strategy and target operating model. Oversee end-to-end project delivery for corporate systems, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. Establish and maintain effective operational processes for ongoing system functionality, including monitoring, maintenance, and support. Implement and maintain robust configuration management processes for corporate systems to ensure systematic control of configuration items and adherence to standards. Lead the planning and execution of release and deployment activities for corporate systems, ensuring a smooth transition of changes from development to production environments. Stay abreast of technological advancements relevant to business systems, assessing their potential impact and overseeing the integration of new technologies to enhance system capabilities such robotic process automation (RPA) and AI tools like Microsoft Copilot. Ensure comprehensive documentation of configurations, releases, and changes, facilitating knowledge transfer within the team and contributing to the overall knowledge management strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of corporate systems into daily operations. Identity, assess, and mitigate risks related to corporate systems strategy, architecture, delivery and operations. Profile We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities and wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a sense of belonging in a workplace where everyone feels valued. Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing strategic plans for corporate systems that align with organisational goals and industry best practices. In-depth knowledge and experience in designing and implementing robust and scalable business and systems architecture. Qualifications in Enterprise Architecture, such as TOGAF. Experience in implementing and managing IT Service Management (ITSM) best practices to enhance the delivery and support of IT services within the organisation. Certifications in ITSM, such as ITIL Foundation Experience in delivering large and complex technology led projects. Qualifications/certifications in project management such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 or APMG AgilePM Familiarity and experience with the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework, including successful rollout and adoption of ITIL practices for improved IT service delivery. Certifications in ITSM, such as ITIL Foundation. Experience in monitoring industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices to drive continuous improvement initiatives for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of corporate systems. Strong leadership skills, including the ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, foster a collaborative work environment, and mentor team members of skill development. Candidates will be assessed against these behaviours during selection Working Together Managing a Quality Service Seeing the Bigger Picture Leadership Candidates will be assessed against these technical skills during selection Customer perspective Commercial acumen Property market knowledge Innovation Job Offer Alongside your salary of £51,700, GPA contributes £13,959 towards you being a member of the CS DBP Pension scheme. This role is hybrid, based in Birmingham, Bristol or Swindon Potential PACKAGE from £51,700 + £3,000 Recruitment and Retention Allowance + £5,000 Gold Standard for accreditation, leading pension, holiday entitlement, hybrid working arrangements in addition to fascinating programmes of transformation! Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27% Generous annual leave This vacancy is using Civil Service Success Profiles: These will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Experience and Technical skills. We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities and wider society that we serve. The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles () The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme (RIS) to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative. The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment on our website. Sift The closing date is 9.5.24, the sift is due to take place by 13.5.24 but is subject to change. Interviews are likely to take place w/c 20.5.24 As part of the application process, you will be asked to produce an UP TO 1,000 -word statement. The personal statement should highlight relevant skills and experience with leading on strategy and architecture covering business and enterprise architecture along with delivery and operations of major corporate systems covering service management, application support, release and deployment and change management. This is subject to change dependent upon where most successful candidates are based.
24/04/2024
Full time
(Hybrid - Birmingham, Bristol, Swindon) Experienced Business Systems Manager to lead the strategy, architecture, delivery and operation of critical corporate systems within the GPA. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving digital innovation, ensuring seamless integration of systems and optimising operational efficiency. Client Details The Government Property Agency is changing the way the Civil Service works and is at the forefront of the Government's transformation agenda; reshaping the relationship civil servants have with their place of work. The Agency is central to the delivery of key Government policies including moving 22,000 Civil Service roles out of London by 2030 and tackling climate change by contributing to the Net Zero agenda. To do this we are delivering a major change programme across the UK and consolidating our portfolio in order to save £1.4 Bn over 10 years. Beyond the bricks and mortar, the GPA is about providing great workplaces for our people. Through programmes like Hubs, Whitehall Campus and Smart Working you will be in the vanguard of creating model working environments and promoting flexible working practices. This is an ambitious and exciting task, for which we need innovative people, with strong commercial acumen, who are passionate about visualising and implementing customer needs. Launched as an Executive Agency of the Cabinet Office in 2018, we're a relatively new department and we are growing fast so we also need people who thrive in ambiguity, can adapt quickly to change and are comfortable stepping outside of their remit to drive outcomes. Description Potential PACKAGE from £51,700 + £3,000 Recruitment and Retention Allowance + £5,000 Gold Standard for accreditation, leading pension, holiday entitlement, hybrid working arrangements in addition to fascinating programmes of transformation! GPA has moved from "start up to scale up" stage and is reaching the end of its first wave of digital transformation. We have implemented the best in class systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, ServiceNow, Salesforce, Planon IWMS and will be implementing other systems like JIRA, Confluence, Ardoq and Microsoft 365. The GPA has delivered all of its major digital & data implementation and now requires a period of stabilisation, embedding & consolidation over the next 18 months to drive efficiencies before embarking on the next phase of innovation. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Systems Manager to lead the strategy, architecture, delivery and operation of critical corporate systems within the GPA. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving digital innovation, ensuring seamless integration of systems and optimising operational efficiency. The candidate will Develop and articulate a clear corporate systems strategy aligned with GPA's Property and Digital Strategy and industry best practices. Lead the design and development of the enterprise, business and application architecture ensuring scalability, flexibility and alignment with enterprise architecture principles and standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritise system requirements, considering long-term business strategy and target operating model. Oversee end-to-end project delivery for corporate systems, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. Establish and maintain effective operational processes for ongoing system functionality, including monitoring, maintenance, and support. Implement and maintain robust configuration management processes for corporate systems to ensure systematic control of configuration items and adherence to standards. Lead the planning and execution of release and deployment activities for corporate systems, ensuring a smooth transition of changes from development to production environments. Stay abreast of technological advancements relevant to business systems, assessing their potential impact and overseeing the integration of new technologies to enhance system capabilities such robotic process automation (RPA) and AI tools like Microsoft Copilot. Ensure comprehensive documentation of configurations, releases, and changes, facilitating knowledge transfer within the team and contributing to the overall knowledge management strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of corporate systems into daily operations. Identity, assess, and mitigate risks related to corporate systems strategy, architecture, delivery and operations. Profile We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities and wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a sense of belonging in a workplace where everyone feels valued. Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing strategic plans for corporate systems that align with organisational goals and industry best practices. In-depth knowledge and experience in designing and implementing robust and scalable business and systems architecture. Qualifications in Enterprise Architecture, such as TOGAF. Experience in implementing and managing IT Service Management (ITSM) best practices to enhance the delivery and support of IT services within the organisation. Certifications in ITSM, such as ITIL Foundation Experience in delivering large and complex technology led projects. Qualifications/certifications in project management such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 or APMG AgilePM Familiarity and experience with the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework, including successful rollout and adoption of ITIL practices for improved IT service delivery. Certifications in ITSM, such as ITIL Foundation. Experience in monitoring industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices to drive continuous improvement initiatives for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of corporate systems. Strong leadership skills, including the ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, foster a collaborative work environment, and mentor team members of skill development. Candidates will be assessed against these behaviours during selection Working Together Managing a Quality Service Seeing the Bigger Picture Leadership Candidates will be assessed against these technical skills during selection Customer perspective Commercial acumen Property market knowledge Innovation Job Offer Alongside your salary of £51,700, GPA contributes £13,959 towards you being a member of the CS DBP Pension scheme. This role is hybrid, based in Birmingham, Bristol or Swindon Potential PACKAGE from £51,700 + £3,000 Recruitment and Retention Allowance + £5,000 Gold Standard for accreditation, leading pension, holiday entitlement, hybrid working arrangements in addition to fascinating programmes of transformation! Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27% Generous annual leave This vacancy is using Civil Service Success Profiles: These will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Experience and Technical skills. We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities and wider society that we serve. The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles () The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme (RIS) to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative. The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment on our website. Sift The closing date is 9.5.24, the sift is due to take place by 13.5.24 but is subject to change. Interviews are likely to take place w/c 20.5.24 As part of the application process, you will be asked to produce an UP TO 1,000 -word statement. The personal statement should highlight relevant skills and experience with leading on strategy and architecture covering business and enterprise architecture along with delivery and operations of major corporate systems covering service management, application support, release and deployment and change management. This is subject to change dependent upon where most successful candidates are based.
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
24/04/2024
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