Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Global Firm is currently seeking a Manager of Enterprise Quality Assurance. Candidate will lead the Quality Assurance (QA) function for the Information Technology Team. This leader will own quality strategies, implementation and institutionalization of specific tailored solutions for each production deliverable, ongoing development of the team and metrics development, reporting and improvement. The production deliverables include external and internal facing products running on or in laptops, desktops, mobile devices, data centers, cloud and hybrid environments around the world. An important goal of this role is to improve speed to business value and reducing defects that impact end-user productivity. Responsibilities: Develop and implement specific QA tailored solutions for each production deliverable. Establish relationship and governance with internal and third-party team members to conduct Quality Assurance responsibilities. Oversee and manage a global QA team with diverse backgrounds supporting QA development, which may include one or more third-party organizations. Ensure that management and allocation of QA resources based on project needs is performed. Develop, implement, or enhance and institutionalize QA processes, including metrics/measurements, reporting, and continuous improvement, that balance risk and delivery timelines. Integrate required and suggested testing framework in the IT Technology Services organization. Staying up to date with current state-of-the-art testing practices, testing practices and testing tools Ensure that QA feedback is being used to improve deliverable life cycle processes. Works with project team members to design, develop, and execute test plans. May consult to project teams, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Business Units to design and develop test plans, test cases, and execution procedures. Recommends appropriate test execution approach in consideration of cost, scope, and timeline of product/solution delivery. Identifies test execution metrics to project team members. Prepares and communicates test results and reports accurate testing status to project team members. Provides estimates of text execution to support project-level resource planning efforts. May be required to facilitate onboarding and off boarding of in-sourced and/or outsourced testing resources. Review others (team or cross team) executed test results and help determine issues and priorities. Create and maintain quality control artifacts and make available to teams within and outside of IT. Adheres to industry and Firmwide IT specific quality engineering standards and processes. May be required to step in as a product manager for products that do not have an assigned Product Manager. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or equivalent experience. 10 years of experience in software development and software quality assurance. 3 years of experience working in Agile development process. 3 years of experience with performance and load testing. 3 years of experience in management of QA organization including management of third parties that are also delivering QA services. Proficiency with software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Proficiency in project management. Strong listening skills and highly collaborative. Good written and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail where needed. Clearly expresses verbal and written ideas. Understands, interprets and evaluates messages. Collaborates effectively. Conducts him/herself with utmost integrity at all times. Reports unethical conduct as required. Encourages fiscal responsibility and maintains confidentiality. Builds and maintains positive and supportive relationships across all departments and offices. Resolves conflict constructively. Establishes an environment of trust to promote knowledge sharing and group participation. Effectively resolves conflicts. Technologies: Microsoft Office applications iDevice (Iphone/IPad) Communications: Avaya Telephone/Equinox, Zoom, TEAMS, SKYPE Test Management System: JIRA, ServiceNow, ADO Project Management: Eclipse/Microsoft Project SQL (Writing simple queries) Enterprise Management Systems, Finance, Human Resource, Time Tracking, Billing, Risk SharePoint
01/05/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Global Firm is currently seeking a Manager of Enterprise Quality Assurance. Candidate will lead the Quality Assurance (QA) function for the Information Technology Team. This leader will own quality strategies, implementation and institutionalization of specific tailored solutions for each production deliverable, ongoing development of the team and metrics development, reporting and improvement. The production deliverables include external and internal facing products running on or in laptops, desktops, mobile devices, data centers, cloud and hybrid environments around the world. An important goal of this role is to improve speed to business value and reducing defects that impact end-user productivity. Responsibilities: Develop and implement specific QA tailored solutions for each production deliverable. Establish relationship and governance with internal and third-party team members to conduct Quality Assurance responsibilities. Oversee and manage a global QA team with diverse backgrounds supporting QA development, which may include one or more third-party organizations. Ensure that management and allocation of QA resources based on project needs is performed. Develop, implement, or enhance and institutionalize QA processes, including metrics/measurements, reporting, and continuous improvement, that balance risk and delivery timelines. Integrate required and suggested testing framework in the IT Technology Services organization. Staying up to date with current state-of-the-art testing practices, testing practices and testing tools Ensure that QA feedback is being used to improve deliverable life cycle processes. Works with project team members to design, develop, and execute test plans. May consult to project teams, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Business Units to design and develop test plans, test cases, and execution procedures. Recommends appropriate test execution approach in consideration of cost, scope, and timeline of product/solution delivery. Identifies test execution metrics to project team members. Prepares and communicates test results and reports accurate testing status to project team members. Provides estimates of text execution to support project-level resource planning efforts. May be required to facilitate onboarding and off boarding of in-sourced and/or outsourced testing resources. Review others (team or cross team) executed test results and help determine issues and priorities. Create and maintain quality control artifacts and make available to teams within and outside of IT. Adheres to industry and Firmwide IT specific quality engineering standards and processes. May be required to step in as a product manager for products that do not have an assigned Product Manager. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or equivalent experience. 10 years of experience in software development and software quality assurance. 3 years of experience working in Agile development process. 3 years of experience with performance and load testing. 3 years of experience in management of QA organization including management of third parties that are also delivering QA services. Proficiency with software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Proficiency in project management. Strong listening skills and highly collaborative. Good written and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail where needed. Clearly expresses verbal and written ideas. Understands, interprets and evaluates messages. Collaborates effectively. Conducts him/herself with utmost integrity at all times. Reports unethical conduct as required. Encourages fiscal responsibility and maintains confidentiality. Builds and maintains positive and supportive relationships across all departments and offices. Resolves conflict constructively. Establishes an environment of trust to promote knowledge sharing and group participation. Effectively resolves conflicts. Technologies: Microsoft Office applications iDevice (Iphone/IPad) Communications: Avaya Telephone/Equinox, Zoom, TEAMS, SKYPE Test Management System: JIRA, ServiceNow, ADO Project Management: Eclipse/Microsoft Project SQL (Writing simple queries) Enterprise Management Systems, Finance, Human Resource, Time Tracking, Billing, Risk SharePoint
NO SPONSORSHIP QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER SALARY: $140K - $175K FLEX PLUS Bonus LOCATION: Chicago, IL This is a manager position. You will be a people manager managing vendors, outsourced resources, onshore, offshore, MSAS Back End technology. Applications desktop mobility strategies implementations products cloud global experience reducing defects that impact end users productivity will support QA development metrics agile tools processes Microsoft applications Jira ServiceNow This role will lead the Quality Assurance (QA) function for the Information Technology Team. This leader will own quality strategies, implementation and institutionalization of specific tailored solutions for each production deliverable, ongoing development of the team and metrics development, reporting and improvement. The production deliverables include external and internal facing products running on or in laptops, desktops, mobile devices, data centers, cloud and hybrid environments around the world. An important goal of this role is to improve speed to business value and reducing defects that impact end-user productivity. Develop and implement specific QA tailored solutions for each production deliverable. Establish relationship and governance with internal and third-party team members to conduct Quality Assurance responsibilities. Oversee and manage a global QA team with diverse backgrounds supporting QA development, which may include one or more third-party organizations. Ensure that management and allocation of QA resources based on project needs is performed. Develop, implement, or enhance and institutionalize QA processes, including metrics/measurements, reporting, and continuous improvement, that balance risk and delivery timelines. Integrate required and suggested testing framework in the IT Technology Services organization. Staying up to date with current state-of-the-art testing practices, testing practices and testing tools Ensure that QA feedback is being used to improve deliverable life cycle processes. Works with project team members to design, develop, and execute test plans. May consult to project teams, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Business Units to design and develop test plans, test cases, and execution procedures. Recommends appropriate test execution approach in consideration of cost, scope, and timeline of product/solution delivery. Identifies test execution metrics to project team members. Prepares and communicates test results and reports accurate testing status to project team members. Provides estimates of text execution to support project-level resource planning efforts. May be required to facilitate onboarding and off boarding of in-sourced and/or outsourced testing resources. Review others (team or cross team) executed test results and help determine issues and priorities. Create and maintain quality control artifacts and make available to teams within and outside of IT. Adheres to industry and Firmwide IT specific quality engineering standards and processes. May be required to step in as a product manager for products that do not have an assigned Product Manager. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelors degree 10 years of experience in software development and software quality assurance. 3 years of experience working in Agile development process. 3 years of experience with performance and load testing. 3 years of experience in management of QA organization including management of third parties that are also delivering QA services. Proficiency with software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Proficiency in project management. Strong listening skills and highly collaborative. Microsoft Office applications iDevice (Iphone/IPad) Communications: Avaya Telephone/Equinox, Zoom, TEAMS, SKYPE Test Management System: JIRA, ServiceNow, ADO Project Management: Eclipse/Microsoft Project SQL (Writing simple queries) Enterprise Management Systems, Finance, Human Resource, Time Tracking, Billing, Risk SharePoint
01/05/2024
Full time
NO SPONSORSHIP QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER SALARY: $140K - $175K FLEX PLUS Bonus LOCATION: Chicago, IL This is a manager position. You will be a people manager managing vendors, outsourced resources, onshore, offshore, MSAS Back End technology. Applications desktop mobility strategies implementations products cloud global experience reducing defects that impact end users productivity will support QA development metrics agile tools processes Microsoft applications Jira ServiceNow This role will lead the Quality Assurance (QA) function for the Information Technology Team. This leader will own quality strategies, implementation and institutionalization of specific tailored solutions for each production deliverable, ongoing development of the team and metrics development, reporting and improvement. The production deliverables include external and internal facing products running on or in laptops, desktops, mobile devices, data centers, cloud and hybrid environments around the world. An important goal of this role is to improve speed to business value and reducing defects that impact end-user productivity. Develop and implement specific QA tailored solutions for each production deliverable. Establish relationship and governance with internal and third-party team members to conduct Quality Assurance responsibilities. Oversee and manage a global QA team with diverse backgrounds supporting QA development, which may include one or more third-party organizations. Ensure that management and allocation of QA resources based on project needs is performed. Develop, implement, or enhance and institutionalize QA processes, including metrics/measurements, reporting, and continuous improvement, that balance risk and delivery timelines. Integrate required and suggested testing framework in the IT Technology Services organization. Staying up to date with current state-of-the-art testing practices, testing practices and testing tools Ensure that QA feedback is being used to improve deliverable life cycle processes. Works with project team members to design, develop, and execute test plans. May consult to project teams, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Business Units to design and develop test plans, test cases, and execution procedures. Recommends appropriate test execution approach in consideration of cost, scope, and timeline of product/solution delivery. Identifies test execution metrics to project team members. Prepares and communicates test results and reports accurate testing status to project team members. Provides estimates of text execution to support project-level resource planning efforts. May be required to facilitate onboarding and off boarding of in-sourced and/or outsourced testing resources. Review others (team or cross team) executed test results and help determine issues and priorities. Create and maintain quality control artifacts and make available to teams within and outside of IT. Adheres to industry and Firmwide IT specific quality engineering standards and processes. May be required to step in as a product manager for products that do not have an assigned Product Manager. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelors degree 10 years of experience in software development and software quality assurance. 3 years of experience working in Agile development process. 3 years of experience with performance and load testing. 3 years of experience in management of QA organization including management of third parties that are also delivering QA services. Proficiency with software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Proficiency in project management. Strong listening skills and highly collaborative. Microsoft Office applications iDevice (Iphone/IPad) Communications: Avaya Telephone/Equinox, Zoom, TEAMS, SKYPE Test Management System: JIRA, ServiceNow, ADO Project Management: Eclipse/Microsoft Project SQL (Writing simple queries) Enterprise Management Systems, Finance, Human Resource, Time Tracking, Billing, Risk SharePoint
IT Service Desk Specialist (FTC) 5 days onsite in London Join our global client as a Senior Service Desk Specialist, where you'll play a crucial role in showcasing your technical prowess. If you possess the following technical skills, please apply: Technical Skills: Proven experience on a busy Service Desk supporting a large international customer base in a legal practice. ITIL processes knowledge with an ideally held foundation qualification. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook and Word. Familiarity with Document Management Systems, preferably Worksite/Filesite. Active Directory expertise. Strong understanding of PC hardware and software setup and configuration. Experience supporting and troubleshooting mobile devices. Knowledge of SCCM and Intune. Familiarity with specific applications like InterAction, Intapp, and Laserforms. Bring your expertise to mentor and lead, contributing to the success of our clients growing IT team. IT Service Desk Specialist 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
01/05/2024
IT Service Desk Specialist (FTC) 5 days onsite in London Join our global client as a Senior Service Desk Specialist, where you'll play a crucial role in showcasing your technical prowess. If you possess the following technical skills, please apply: Technical Skills: Proven experience on a busy Service Desk supporting a large international customer base in a legal practice. ITIL processes knowledge with an ideally held foundation qualification. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook and Word. Familiarity with Document Management Systems, preferably Worksite/Filesite. Active Directory expertise. Strong understanding of PC hardware and software setup and configuration. Experience supporting and troubleshooting mobile devices. Knowledge of SCCM and Intune. Familiarity with specific applications like InterAction, Intapp, and Laserforms. Bring your expertise to mentor and lead, contributing to the success of our clients growing IT team. IT Service Desk Specialist 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
Service Desk Team Leader Newcastle £35,000 per annum Are you a dynamic IT professional with leadership experience looking to take the next step in your career? Join our team at a leading manufacturing company based in South Tyneside! We're seeking a talented Service Desk Team Leader to oversee our support operations and ensure the delivery of exceptional service to our internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team of service desk analysts, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure high performance and customer satisfaction. Manage the day-to-day operations of the service desk, including ticket prioritisation, assignment, and resolution, to meet service level agreements (SLAs) and minimise downtime. Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting for escalated incidents and requests, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication with stakeholders. Oversee the support and maintenance of Office 365 suite, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams, to optimise productivity and collaboration across the organisation. Lead major incident management efforts, orchestrating cross-functional teams to resolve critical incidents swiftly and minimize impact on business operations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the service desk, identifying opportunities to enhance processes, tools, and workflows to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with IT leadership to develop and implement service desk strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with industry best practices and ITIL framework. Requirements: Proven experience in a technical support role in a leadership or supervisory capacity. Strong proficiency in supporting Office 365 applications and services, with a focus on Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams. Experience working in Security Operations Center (SOC) or Network Operations Center (NOC) environments, with knowledge of cybersecurity principles and network monitoring tools. Demonstrated expertise in major incident management, with the ability to lead and coordinate response efforts under pressure. Ideally ITIL qualified, with a solid understanding of IT service management principles and practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to driving continuous improvement. Why Join Us: Opportunity to work for a leading manufacturing company with a commitment to innovation and excellence. Competitive salary and benefits package, including on-call shift allowance and opportunities for career advancement. Collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career in IT leadership. If you're ready to lead a dynamic service desk team and drive operational excellence, we want to hear from you! Apply now with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
01/05/2024
Full time
Service Desk Team Leader Newcastle £35,000 per annum Are you a dynamic IT professional with leadership experience looking to take the next step in your career? Join our team at a leading manufacturing company based in South Tyneside! We're seeking a talented Service Desk Team Leader to oversee our support operations and ensure the delivery of exceptional service to our internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team of service desk analysts, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure high performance and customer satisfaction. Manage the day-to-day operations of the service desk, including ticket prioritisation, assignment, and resolution, to meet service level agreements (SLAs) and minimise downtime. Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting for escalated incidents and requests, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication with stakeholders. Oversee the support and maintenance of Office 365 suite, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams, to optimise productivity and collaboration across the organisation. Lead major incident management efforts, orchestrating cross-functional teams to resolve critical incidents swiftly and minimize impact on business operations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the service desk, identifying opportunities to enhance processes, tools, and workflows to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with IT leadership to develop and implement service desk strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with industry best practices and ITIL framework. Requirements: Proven experience in a technical support role in a leadership or supervisory capacity. Strong proficiency in supporting Office 365 applications and services, with a focus on Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams. Experience working in Security Operations Center (SOC) or Network Operations Center (NOC) environments, with knowledge of cybersecurity principles and network monitoring tools. Demonstrated expertise in major incident management, with the ability to lead and coordinate response efforts under pressure. Ideally ITIL qualified, with a solid understanding of IT service management principles and practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to driving continuous improvement. Why Join Us: Opportunity to work for a leading manufacturing company with a commitment to innovation and excellence. Competitive salary and benefits package, including on-call shift allowance and opportunities for career advancement. Collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career in IT leadership. If you're ready to lead a dynamic service desk team and drive operational excellence, we want to hear from you! Apply now with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
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
01/05/2024
Full time
IT Manager - AS400 Hybrid Our client, a leading UK based organisation have an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Manager to join their team to help support their local systems based at different locations in the North West. The role requires a background and experience with AS400/iSeries/IBMi as well as general understanding of IT Infrastructure. You will be tasked with delivering optimum operational performance of their IT systems and processes for the operation and IT service levels for they locations they serve. Role responsibilities: As the IT Manager, you'll be at the forefront of driving IT performance and KPIs for the 24/7 warehouse operation. You will be responsible for managing IT capacity, diagnosing and resolving onsite IT issues, implementing process improvements, and providing regular performance reporting to stakeholders. You'll lead a team, set objectives, manage their performance and development, and ensure adherence to security protocols. Additionally, you'll collaborate with logistics stakeholders to minimize operational impact and continually improve IT service and performance. Skills required: Degree level qualification in computer science or equivalent relevant experience. Advanced experience and knowledge of network security & infrastructure, ERP (AS400), desktop systems and applications, mobile device management. Experience leading technical teams. Experience managing 3rd party IT service providers. Experience managing business improvement initiatives. IT Manager - AS400 Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
HM Land Registry ("HMLR") and Inspire People are partnering together to bring you an exciting opportunity for a Lead Infrastructure Engineer to shape, provide oversight and manage the implementation and maintenance of Microsoft Power Platform solutions within a brand-new PowerApps team in IT Operations at HMLR. Starting salary of £54,388 to £61,850 dependent upon interview assessment plus excellent Civil Service benefits and 28% pension contribution. Flexible, hybrid working from Plymouth. HMLR's ambition is to become the world's leading land registry for speed, simplicity and an open approach to data. Their existing software systems and services form part of the critical national infrastructure, safeguarding land and property ownership valued at £7 trillion enabling over £1 trillion worth of personal and commercial lending to be secured against property across England and Wales. The Power Platform team sits within the IT Operations Practice, a new team to the organisation and will form part of a wider group of infrastructure engineering teams which design, deliver and support corporate services, for 6500 internal users with some exciting deliverables already rolled out for testing such as a new Desk Booking application. This role is to provide leadership to the team and engage with other Lead Infrastructure Engineers, Technical Leads, Delivery Leads, New Service Managers and Architects to deliver solutions to agreed designs. You will lead and manage the implementation, and maintenance of Infrastructure and Microsoft Power Platform solutions, provide guidance, mentorship, and oversight to the Power platform team, ensuring the reliability, scalability, development, and security of our Power Platform environment. The role holder will champion and lead on taking forward technical consolidation and/or improvement activities providing guidance and leadership to technicians throughout the IT Operations Practice and wider. Responsibilities include: Lead on the design, development and maintenance of Microsoft Power Apps solutions running on the Power Platform, using Power Fx low code programming. Use Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Microsoft Co-pilot Studio and other Power Platform related technologies to create low code solutions if and where necessary. Lead on engagement with stakeholders to understand business needs required for the development of Power Apps. Support end-users adoption of Power Platform technologies. Leading on the creation of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery pipelines for Power Platform and Azure Services Take a leading role in the technical development of staff within the practice helping understand technical skills and capability required now and in the future Task manage technical staff resource as required, setting them clear objectives and tracking them to completion whilst providing appropriate feedback to line managers. There will be line management responsibility, previous experience is desirable Essential skills: Strong knowledge of Power Platform components (Power Apps/Power Automate/Power BI/Microsoft Co-pilot Studio) Some Scripting or programming knowledge (eg C#, ASP.NET, Ruby, Java, Python, Power Fx, JavaScript) Experience of implementing and managing Power Platform components and infrastructure solutions and administration tasks within the Power Platform environment. Experience of optimising power apps to increase performance Evidence of planning and managing significant technical change. Effective communication skills, including the ability to interact and build working relationships with stakeholders. Location Expectation is to be working from the Plymouth office 60% of your time across the month (typically 3 days/week). Benefits Alongside your salary of circa £62,000 HM Land Registry contributes £9,881 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme and the following benefits: Annual leave of 28.5 days' paid holiday during each holiday year plus 8 days public holidays Personalised training and development plans including expensed accreditations with training days set aside Flexi-time scheme (You decide what working hours work best for you) Attractive pension options inc. 28% Civil Service Pension contribution Social and sports club Access to our employee assistance programme for counselling and support on a wide range of issues Interest-free loan for season tickets Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice). HMLR have a strong and positive culture, a commitment to inclusivity, an emphasis on continuous learning and development and flexible ways of working. Further information This role requires SC clearance, a condition of which is to have been present in the UK for 5 out of the past 5 years. This posy may include participation in an on-call rota, subject to additional pay.
26/04/2024
Full time
HM Land Registry ("HMLR") and Inspire People are partnering together to bring you an exciting opportunity for a Lead Infrastructure Engineer to shape, provide oversight and manage the implementation and maintenance of Microsoft Power Platform solutions within a brand-new PowerApps team in IT Operations at HMLR. Starting salary of £54,388 to £61,850 dependent upon interview assessment plus excellent Civil Service benefits and 28% pension contribution. Flexible, hybrid working from Plymouth. HMLR's ambition is to become the world's leading land registry for speed, simplicity and an open approach to data. Their existing software systems and services form part of the critical national infrastructure, safeguarding land and property ownership valued at £7 trillion enabling over £1 trillion worth of personal and commercial lending to be secured against property across England and Wales. The Power Platform team sits within the IT Operations Practice, a new team to the organisation and will form part of a wider group of infrastructure engineering teams which design, deliver and support corporate services, for 6500 internal users with some exciting deliverables already rolled out for testing such as a new Desk Booking application. This role is to provide leadership to the team and engage with other Lead Infrastructure Engineers, Technical Leads, Delivery Leads, New Service Managers and Architects to deliver solutions to agreed designs. You will lead and manage the implementation, and maintenance of Infrastructure and Microsoft Power Platform solutions, provide guidance, mentorship, and oversight to the Power platform team, ensuring the reliability, scalability, development, and security of our Power Platform environment. The role holder will champion and lead on taking forward technical consolidation and/or improvement activities providing guidance and leadership to technicians throughout the IT Operations Practice and wider. Responsibilities include: Lead on the design, development and maintenance of Microsoft Power Apps solutions running on the Power Platform, using Power Fx low code programming. Use Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Microsoft Co-pilot Studio and other Power Platform related technologies to create low code solutions if and where necessary. Lead on engagement with stakeholders to understand business needs required for the development of Power Apps. Support end-users adoption of Power Platform technologies. Leading on the creation of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery pipelines for Power Platform and Azure Services Take a leading role in the technical development of staff within the practice helping understand technical skills and capability required now and in the future Task manage technical staff resource as required, setting them clear objectives and tracking them to completion whilst providing appropriate feedback to line managers. There will be line management responsibility, previous experience is desirable Essential skills: Strong knowledge of Power Platform components (Power Apps/Power Automate/Power BI/Microsoft Co-pilot Studio) Some Scripting or programming knowledge (eg C#, ASP.NET, Ruby, Java, Python, Power Fx, JavaScript) Experience of implementing and managing Power Platform components and infrastructure solutions and administration tasks within the Power Platform environment. Experience of optimising power apps to increase performance Evidence of planning and managing significant technical change. Effective communication skills, including the ability to interact and build working relationships with stakeholders. Location Expectation is to be working from the Plymouth office 60% of your time across the month (typically 3 days/week). Benefits Alongside your salary of circa £62,000 HM Land Registry contributes £9,881 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme and the following benefits: Annual leave of 28.5 days' paid holiday during each holiday year plus 8 days public holidays Personalised training and development plans including expensed accreditations with training days set aside Flexi-time scheme (You decide what working hours work best for you) Attractive pension options inc. 28% Civil Service Pension contribution Social and sports club Access to our employee assistance programme for counselling and support on a wide range of issues Interest-free loan for season tickets Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice). HMLR have a strong and positive culture, a commitment to inclusivity, an emphasis on continuous learning and development and flexible ways of working. Further information This role requires SC clearance, a condition of which is to have been present in the UK for 5 out of the past 5 years. This posy may include participation in an on-call rota, subject to additional pay.
HM Land Registry ("HMLR") and Inspire People are partnering together to bring you an exciting opportunity for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer with experience in working with Microsoft Power Platform to provide technical leadership and help shape a brand new PowerApps team within HMLR. Starting salary of £46,058 to £52,000 dependent upon interview assessment plus excellent Civil Service benefits and 28% pension contribution. Flexible, hybrid working from Plymouth. HMLR's ambition is to become the world's leading land registry for speed, simplicity and an open approach to data. Their existing software systems and services form part of the critical national infrastructure, safeguarding land and property ownership valued at £7 trillion enabling over £1 trillion worth of personal and commercial lending to be secured against property across England and Wales. The Power Platform team sits within the IT Operations Practice, a new team to the organisation and will form part of a wider group of infrastructure engineering teams which design, deliver and support corporate services, for 6500 internal users with some exciting deliverables already rolled out for testing such as a new Desk Booking application. This role is to provide leadership to the PowerApps teams. You will lead and manage the implementation, and maintenance of Infrastructure and Microsoft Power Platform solutions. As the Senior Engineer, you will support and guidance the Power Platform team, ensuring the development of solutions meet the business needs. Responsibilities include: Supporting more junior members by providing technical guidance and assistance on the Power Platform Design, development and maintenance of Microsoft Power Apps solutions running on the Power Platform, using Power Fxlow code programming. Use Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Microsoft Co-pilot Studio and other Power Platform related technologies to sometimes create low code solutions. Engage with stakeholders to understand business needs required for the development of Power Apps. Support end-users adoption of Power Platform technologies. Create and use Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery pipelines for Power Platform and Azure Services In conjunction with the Lead Infrastructure Engineers and subject matter experts from IT Operations and relevant practises, help develop and maintain IT Infrastructure to ensure the availability, integrity and performance of services. Take the lead in incident and problems investigations in relation the team's technical area. There may be line management responsibilities of more junior colleagues, previous experience is not necessary but are looking for the right attributes and a passion to develop in this area. Essential skills: Knowledge of Power Platform components (Power Apps/Power Automate/Experience of building and deploying Power App solutions Power BI/Microsoft Co-pilot Studio) Scripting or programming knowledge (eg C#, ASP.NET, Ruby, Java, Python, Power Fx, JavaScript) Experience of building, deploying and managing Power App solutions using Continuous Integration/Deployment methods. Experience of implementing and managing Power Platform components and infrastructure solutions. Experience in automation and administration tasks within the Power Platform environment. Location Expectation is to be working from the Plymouth office 60% of your time across the month (typically 3 days/week). Benefits Alongside your salary of circa £52,000 HM Land Registry contributes £9,881 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme and the following benefits: Annual leave of 28.5 days' paid holiday during each holiday year plus 8 days public holidays Personalised training and development plans including expensed accreditations with training days set aside Flexi-time scheme (You decide what working hours work best for you) Attractive pension options inc. 28% Civil Service Pension Social and sports club Access to our employee assistance programme for counselling and support on a wide range of issues Interest-free loan for season tickets Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice). HMLR have a strong and positive culture, a commitment to inclusivity, an emphasis on continuous learning and development and flexible ways of working. Further information This role requires SC clearance, a condition of which is to have been present in the UK for 5 out of the past 5 years. This posy may include participation in an on-call rota, subject to additional pay. Apply now or for more details contact Steve Wall at Inspire People - (see below)
26/04/2024
Full time
HM Land Registry ("HMLR") and Inspire People are partnering together to bring you an exciting opportunity for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer with experience in working with Microsoft Power Platform to provide technical leadership and help shape a brand new PowerApps team within HMLR. Starting salary of £46,058 to £52,000 dependent upon interview assessment plus excellent Civil Service benefits and 28% pension contribution. Flexible, hybrid working from Plymouth. HMLR's ambition is to become the world's leading land registry for speed, simplicity and an open approach to data. Their existing software systems and services form part of the critical national infrastructure, safeguarding land and property ownership valued at £7 trillion enabling over £1 trillion worth of personal and commercial lending to be secured against property across England and Wales. The Power Platform team sits within the IT Operations Practice, a new team to the organisation and will form part of a wider group of infrastructure engineering teams which design, deliver and support corporate services, for 6500 internal users with some exciting deliverables already rolled out for testing such as a new Desk Booking application. This role is to provide leadership to the PowerApps teams. You will lead and manage the implementation, and maintenance of Infrastructure and Microsoft Power Platform solutions. As the Senior Engineer, you will support and guidance the Power Platform team, ensuring the development of solutions meet the business needs. Responsibilities include: Supporting more junior members by providing technical guidance and assistance on the Power Platform Design, development and maintenance of Microsoft Power Apps solutions running on the Power Platform, using Power Fxlow code programming. Use Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Microsoft Co-pilot Studio and other Power Platform related technologies to sometimes create low code solutions. Engage with stakeholders to understand business needs required for the development of Power Apps. Support end-users adoption of Power Platform technologies. Create and use Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery pipelines for Power Platform and Azure Services In conjunction with the Lead Infrastructure Engineers and subject matter experts from IT Operations and relevant practises, help develop and maintain IT Infrastructure to ensure the availability, integrity and performance of services. Take the lead in incident and problems investigations in relation the team's technical area. There may be line management responsibilities of more junior colleagues, previous experience is not necessary but are looking for the right attributes and a passion to develop in this area. Essential skills: Knowledge of Power Platform components (Power Apps/Power Automate/Experience of building and deploying Power App solutions Power BI/Microsoft Co-pilot Studio) Scripting or programming knowledge (eg C#, ASP.NET, Ruby, Java, Python, Power Fx, JavaScript) Experience of building, deploying and managing Power App solutions using Continuous Integration/Deployment methods. Experience of implementing and managing Power Platform components and infrastructure solutions. Experience in automation and administration tasks within the Power Platform environment. Location Expectation is to be working from the Plymouth office 60% of your time across the month (typically 3 days/week). Benefits Alongside your salary of circa £52,000 HM Land Registry contributes £9,881 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme and the following benefits: Annual leave of 28.5 days' paid holiday during each holiday year plus 8 days public holidays Personalised training and development plans including expensed accreditations with training days set aside Flexi-time scheme (You decide what working hours work best for you) Attractive pension options inc. 28% Civil Service Pension Social and sports club Access to our employee assistance programme for counselling and support on a wide range of issues Interest-free loan for season tickets Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice). HMLR have a strong and positive culture, a commitment to inclusivity, an emphasis on continuous learning and development and flexible ways of working. Further information This role requires SC clearance, a condition of which is to have been present in the UK for 5 out of the past 5 years. This posy may include participation in an on-call rota, subject to additional pay. Apply now or for more details contact Steve Wall at Inspire People - (see below)
Service Desk Team Leader South Tyneside £32,000 per annum + On-call Shift Allowance Are you a dynamic IT professional with leadership experience looking to take the next step in your career? Join our team at a leading manufacturing company based in South Tyneside! We're seeking a talented Service Desk Team Leader to oversee our support operations and ensure the delivery of exceptional service to our internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team of service desk analysts, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure high performance and customer satisfaction. Manage the day-to-day operations of the service desk, including ticket prioritization, assignment, and resolution, to meet service level agreements (SLAs) and minimize downtime. Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting for escalated incidents and requests, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication with stakeholders. Oversee the support and maintenance of Office 365 suite, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams, to optimize productivity and collaboration across the organization. Lead major incident management efforts, orchestrating cross-functional teams to resolve critical incidents swiftly and minimize impact on business operations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the service desk, identifying opportunities to enhance processes, tools, and workflows to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with IT leadership to develop and implement service desk strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with industry best practices and ITIL framework. Requirements: Proven experience in a technical support role in a leadership or supervisory capacity. Strong proficiency in supporting Office 365 applications and services, with a focus on Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams. Experience working in Security Operations Center (SOC) or Network Operations Center (NOC) environments, with knowledge of cybersecurity principles and network monitoring tools. Demonstrated expertise in major incident management, with the ability to lead and coordinate response efforts under pressure. Ideally ITIL qualified, with a solid understanding of IT service management principles and practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to driving continuous improvement. Why Join Us: Opportunity to work for a leading manufacturing company with a commitment to innovation and excellence. Competitive salary and benefits package, including on-call shift allowance and opportunities for career advancement. Collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career in IT leadership. If you're ready to lead a dynamic service desk team and drive operational excellence, we want to hear from you! Apply now with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
26/04/2024
Full time
Service Desk Team Leader South Tyneside £32,000 per annum + On-call Shift Allowance Are you a dynamic IT professional with leadership experience looking to take the next step in your career? Join our team at a leading manufacturing company based in South Tyneside! We're seeking a talented Service Desk Team Leader to oversee our support operations and ensure the delivery of exceptional service to our internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team of service desk analysts, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure high performance and customer satisfaction. Manage the day-to-day operations of the service desk, including ticket prioritization, assignment, and resolution, to meet service level agreements (SLAs) and minimize downtime. Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting for escalated incidents and requests, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication with stakeholders. Oversee the support and maintenance of Office 365 suite, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams, to optimize productivity and collaboration across the organization. Lead major incident management efforts, orchestrating cross-functional teams to resolve critical incidents swiftly and minimize impact on business operations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the service desk, identifying opportunities to enhance processes, tools, and workflows to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with IT leadership to develop and implement service desk strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with industry best practices and ITIL framework. Requirements: Proven experience in a technical support role in a leadership or supervisory capacity. Strong proficiency in supporting Office 365 applications and services, with a focus on Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams. Experience working in Security Operations Center (SOC) or Network Operations Center (NOC) environments, with knowledge of cybersecurity principles and network monitoring tools. Demonstrated expertise in major incident management, with the ability to lead and coordinate response efforts under pressure. Ideally ITIL qualified, with a solid understanding of IT service management principles and practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to driving continuous improvement. Why Join Us: Opportunity to work for a leading manufacturing company with a commitment to innovation and excellence. Competitive salary and benefits package, including on-call shift allowance and opportunities for career advancement. Collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career in IT leadership. If you're ready to lead a dynamic service desk team and drive operational excellence, we want to hear from you! Apply now with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Role: Service Lead - End User Device Builds Location: Hybrid - home based with regular travel (Oxfordshire/Thames Valley) Salary: £49,881 + a comprehensive range of Employee Benefits, (including 13.5% Pension scheme and a wide range of travel and shopping discounts) Key Skills: Build and delivery or End User Devices, (ITIL, ServiceNow, SLA's etc.) (Technical: Windows 10, M365, MEM/Intune, SCCM, Azure AD, Storage, Virtual Desktop, Storage solutions etc.) Why Apply: This is a key role responsible for ensuring that the End User Device services are built and delivered across the Thames Valley and Oxfordshire locations, meeting all required SLA's for EUD availability and strict accreditation. The Role: EUD Builds and Roll-outs - Manage quarterly builds and build roll-outs, (configuring drivers, updates/patches etc.), with the support of an EUD Engineer. Service Delivery - Manage service delivery in terms of regular stakeholder engagement and reporting. Working closely with stakeholders to plan, schedule and provide updates on all EUD projects. Accreditations and Audits - Work with external Assessor to ensure successful audits and accreditation across the End User Device services, (passing vulnerability tests etc.) The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: Essential: 5+ years' experience technical expertise with End User Device technologies, technical experience to include: End User Device Builds/Configuration/Roll-outs, Windows 10, MEM/Intune, Azure AD, Storage, virtualisation etc, also more Legacy expertise, ie. SCCM expert level knowledge. 2+ years' experience in service delivery aspects including providing stakeholder updates of scheduled work Experience of audit processes, or supporting external auditors to secure necessary accreditations - highly beneficial Strong verbal and written communication skills to liaise confidently across the team and stakeholders Clean and current driving license 5+ years UK residency, (with no extended periods outside of the UK), in order to meet the necessary level of security vetting required. *You will need to be able to demonstrate that you have lived and worked in the UK for the last 5 years in order to meet the security vetting required for this role.*
25/04/2024
Full time
Role: Service Lead - End User Device Builds Location: Hybrid - home based with regular travel (Oxfordshire/Thames Valley) Salary: £49,881 + a comprehensive range of Employee Benefits, (including 13.5% Pension scheme and a wide range of travel and shopping discounts) Key Skills: Build and delivery or End User Devices, (ITIL, ServiceNow, SLA's etc.) (Technical: Windows 10, M365, MEM/Intune, SCCM, Azure AD, Storage, Virtual Desktop, Storage solutions etc.) Why Apply: This is a key role responsible for ensuring that the End User Device services are built and delivered across the Thames Valley and Oxfordshire locations, meeting all required SLA's for EUD availability and strict accreditation. The Role: EUD Builds and Roll-outs - Manage quarterly builds and build roll-outs, (configuring drivers, updates/patches etc.), with the support of an EUD Engineer. Service Delivery - Manage service delivery in terms of regular stakeholder engagement and reporting. Working closely with stakeholders to plan, schedule and provide updates on all EUD projects. Accreditations and Audits - Work with external Assessor to ensure successful audits and accreditation across the End User Device services, (passing vulnerability tests etc.) The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: Essential: 5+ years' experience technical expertise with End User Device technologies, technical experience to include: End User Device Builds/Configuration/Roll-outs, Windows 10, MEM/Intune, Azure AD, Storage, virtualisation etc, also more Legacy expertise, ie. SCCM expert level knowledge. 2+ years' experience in service delivery aspects including providing stakeholder updates of scheduled work Experience of audit processes, or supporting external auditors to secure necessary accreditations - highly beneficial Strong verbal and written communication skills to liaise confidently across the team and stakeholders Clean and current driving license 5+ years UK residency, (with no extended periods outside of the UK), in order to meet the necessary level of security vetting required. *You will need to be able to demonstrate that you have lived and worked in the UK for the last 5 years in order to meet the security vetting required for this role.*