File Transfer Engineer (IBM Sterling File Gateway/IBM Connect Direct) - Remote Working - PAYE contract Are you a passionate and confident File Transfer Engineer ready to make a significant contribution working for one of the UK's fastest growing Financial Services Consultancies? Then read on! MHC Overview: MHC are an award-winning IT and Business Consultancy, specialising in Change Management initiatives, which we deliver working in a collaborative way with our Clients. You will have the confidence and the capability to step straight into a specialist consultancy role within one of MHC's Practice areas to provide effective and efficient solutions that support our Clients' business requirements, while working constructively with senior MHC and Client managers and other staff. MHC are hiring a File Transfer Engineer to join us on a PAYE contract basis and work on a project we are delivering for a key client. Experience of IBM Sterling File Gateway or IBM Connect Direct essential. Remote working. Please apply now for immediate consideration.
17/05/2024
Project-based
File Transfer Engineer (IBM Sterling File Gateway/IBM Connect Direct) - Remote Working - PAYE contract Are you a passionate and confident File Transfer Engineer ready to make a significant contribution working for one of the UK's fastest growing Financial Services Consultancies? Then read on! MHC Overview: MHC are an award-winning IT and Business Consultancy, specialising in Change Management initiatives, which we deliver working in a collaborative way with our Clients. You will have the confidence and the capability to step straight into a specialist consultancy role within one of MHC's Practice areas to provide effective and efficient solutions that support our Clients' business requirements, while working constructively with senior MHC and Client managers and other staff. MHC are hiring a File Transfer Engineer to join us on a PAYE contract basis and work on a project we are delivering for a key client. Experience of IBM Sterling File Gateway or IBM Connect Direct essential. Remote working. Please apply now for immediate consideration.
Automotive Cyber Security Engineer (UNECE, R155, R156) Automotive Hybrid: 2 days per week in Crewe 6 months £550 per day PAYE Essential: This is not an IT Security role. This is automotive working on in-car applications and requires Embedded security knowledge and vehicle security controls. In short: Automotive Cyber Security Engineer required to join a prestigious automotive manufacturer in performing security-related activities. ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to join the business on a temporary basis, at our Crewe campus working on a hybrid basis. The Cyber Security Engineer will report to Vehicle Cyber Security Manager. The role is responsible for the product cyber security engineering activities primarily focused around cyber security requirements, legislation analysis and interpretation and compliance to the client defined secure product development process. Responsibilities include: Assess, interpret and track new or amended cybersecurity security/software update management legislations to relevant functions and cascade interpretation to subject matter experts. Develop and or maintain security specifications for vehicle components and functions for all projects. Analyse and update cybersecurity requirements based on the applicable cyber security legislations for the project. Ensure traceability between regulations and requirements are maintained and available for audit purposes. Deliver cybersecurity work products aligned to the client's Secure Development Process (for eg TARA, security case, security plan, component security analysis). Update process templates or process flows based on lessons learnt and recommended improvements. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE The successful applicant will be a delivery focused and experienced Cyber Security Engineer with technical product security competencies ideally from within the automotive sector. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: Product security technical competency (UNECE, R155, R156, ISO21434) Good knowledge of legislative landscape for cybersecurity and connected services in different regions (like China, South Korea, Japan, South Africa) in addition to Europe. Ability to analyse and interpret cyber security and software update regulations and how they impact the product requirements. Good understanding of security controls for automotive vehicles. System requirements engineering experience Software/Programming knowledge (C, C++) Delivery focused Project management and Planning Good communication at various levels in different forums Good presentation skills Ability to influence colleagues within your area of responsibility Good communication skills(German language would be advantageous) Engineering degree or equivalent is essential (or equivalent experience) Associate member of relevant professional institute is desirable. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer.
17/05/2024
Project-based
Automotive Cyber Security Engineer (UNECE, R155, R156) Automotive Hybrid: 2 days per week in Crewe 6 months £550 per day PAYE Essential: This is not an IT Security role. This is automotive working on in-car applications and requires Embedded security knowledge and vehicle security controls. In short: Automotive Cyber Security Engineer required to join a prestigious automotive manufacturer in performing security-related activities. ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to join the business on a temporary basis, at our Crewe campus working on a hybrid basis. The Cyber Security Engineer will report to Vehicle Cyber Security Manager. The role is responsible for the product cyber security engineering activities primarily focused around cyber security requirements, legislation analysis and interpretation and compliance to the client defined secure product development process. Responsibilities include: Assess, interpret and track new or amended cybersecurity security/software update management legislations to relevant functions and cascade interpretation to subject matter experts. Develop and or maintain security specifications for vehicle components and functions for all projects. Analyse and update cybersecurity requirements based on the applicable cyber security legislations for the project. Ensure traceability between regulations and requirements are maintained and available for audit purposes. Deliver cybersecurity work products aligned to the client's Secure Development Process (for eg TARA, security case, security plan, component security analysis). Update process templates or process flows based on lessons learnt and recommended improvements. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE The successful applicant will be a delivery focused and experienced Cyber Security Engineer with technical product security competencies ideally from within the automotive sector. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: Product security technical competency (UNECE, R155, R156, ISO21434) Good knowledge of legislative landscape for cybersecurity and connected services in different regions (like China, South Korea, Japan, South Africa) in addition to Europe. Ability to analyse and interpret cyber security and software update regulations and how they impact the product requirements. Good understanding of security controls for automotive vehicles. System requirements engineering experience Software/Programming knowledge (C, C++) Delivery focused Project management and Planning Good communication at various levels in different forums Good presentation skills Ability to influence colleagues within your area of responsibility Good communication skills(German language would be advantageous) Engineering degree or equivalent is essential (or equivalent experience) Associate member of relevant professional institute is desirable. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer.
Excellent French written and verbal communication. Good understanding of cards and payments processing life cycle. Issuing, acquiring and PSP side. Experience in working in schemes/networks, like VISA, Client, Rupay, CUP, JCB, etc. Ability to Proactively resolve client business & technical problems while showing strong leadership navigating the articulated business Matrix, acting in complete autonomy Documenting requirements critical to achieving business objectives Identifying and establishing project scope based on requirements analysis in order to define impact, outcome criteria, and measure-taking actions. Establish strong relationships with external assigned clients and internal stakeholders, naturally becoming a trusted partner able to influence decisions cross functionally
17/05/2024
Project-based
Excellent French written and verbal communication. Good understanding of cards and payments processing life cycle. Issuing, acquiring and PSP side. Experience in working in schemes/networks, like VISA, Client, Rupay, CUP, JCB, etc. Ability to Proactively resolve client business & technical problems while showing strong leadership navigating the articulated business Matrix, acting in complete autonomy Documenting requirements critical to achieving business objectives Identifying and establishing project scope based on requirements analysis in order to define impact, outcome criteria, and measure-taking actions. Establish strong relationships with external assigned clients and internal stakeholders, naturally becoming a trusted partner able to influence decisions cross functionally
Java and C++ - Linux - Devices - Inside IR35 - ASAP Start Job Title: Senior Software Engineer (Devices - Java) Conceptualise, designs, codes, debugs, and performs development activities in accordance with designated standards and procedures to meet specific project requirements.? Shares technical expertise and provides training and guidance to other team members. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Using the relevant programming language and technologies provide creative, thorough, and practical solutions to a wide range of technical problems. Share technical expertise within the department and other departments as requested. Design, develop and test software programs following established quality standards and in accordance with internal engineering procedures including coding, unit testing, peer reviews and software configuration control. Complete high and low-level detailed software design specifications, storyboards, and interface specifications. Provide support of products through conception to product delivery including problem solving, defect maintenance and support to customer services. Provide training and guidance to other team members. In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed, the job holder is required to perform other duties assigned by their manager from time-to-time, as may be reasonably required of them. Education and Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field or equivalent professional experience or combination of both. Personal Qualities: Ability to work as part of a team towards individual and shared goals; a team player in a cross-functional environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with a willingness to share knowledge, coach and collaborate effectively with individuals and other departments. Diligent, with attention to detail. Able to problem solve and find effective and timely resolutions. Self-motivated with the ability to work on own initiatives and under pressure. Skills, Knowledge, and Experience Essential: Proficient modern Java development experience. Experience in production-grade Software Engineering with a proven track record of specification, design, and development, emphasising the need for robust, secure, maintainable code. Delivered highly functional, performance-driven applications. Experience in developing multi-threaded applications. Experience of debugging on target hardware (Linux). Experience of networking and IPC messaging protocols. A solid understanding of the Linux platform and administration An effective problem solver with the ability to understand and resolve complex issues. Experience in troubleshooting and debugging applications. Experience of Object-Oriented Design and implementation, along with Software Design patterns. Ability to contribute to the development of the architecture for applications. Experience of maintaining and improving coding standards. Able to build reusable code and libraries, ensuring thorough application documentation for future use. Experience of software best practices such as Automated Testing (Google Test), Continuous Integration, Test Driven Development, SOLID and Clean Code principles. Scrum or Kanban experience. GIT and Jenkins experience. Experience using JIRA. Desirable: Proficient modern C++ experience (14 or later). Experience writing simulators and test harnesses. Experience with protocols such as RS485 or CANopen. Experience with the Yocto Linux on Arm. Experience working in a similar industry.
17/05/2024
Project-based
Java and C++ - Linux - Devices - Inside IR35 - ASAP Start Job Title: Senior Software Engineer (Devices - Java) Conceptualise, designs, codes, debugs, and performs development activities in accordance with designated standards and procedures to meet specific project requirements.? Shares technical expertise and provides training and guidance to other team members. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Using the relevant programming language and technologies provide creative, thorough, and practical solutions to a wide range of technical problems. Share technical expertise within the department and other departments as requested. Design, develop and test software programs following established quality standards and in accordance with internal engineering procedures including coding, unit testing, peer reviews and software configuration control. Complete high and low-level detailed software design specifications, storyboards, and interface specifications. Provide support of products through conception to product delivery including problem solving, defect maintenance and support to customer services. Provide training and guidance to other team members. In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed, the job holder is required to perform other duties assigned by their manager from time-to-time, as may be reasonably required of them. Education and Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field or equivalent professional experience or combination of both. Personal Qualities: Ability to work as part of a team towards individual and shared goals; a team player in a cross-functional environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with a willingness to share knowledge, coach and collaborate effectively with individuals and other departments. Diligent, with attention to detail. Able to problem solve and find effective and timely resolutions. Self-motivated with the ability to work on own initiatives and under pressure. Skills, Knowledge, and Experience Essential: Proficient modern Java development experience. Experience in production-grade Software Engineering with a proven track record of specification, design, and development, emphasising the need for robust, secure, maintainable code. Delivered highly functional, performance-driven applications. Experience in developing multi-threaded applications. Experience of debugging on target hardware (Linux). Experience of networking and IPC messaging protocols. A solid understanding of the Linux platform and administration An effective problem solver with the ability to understand and resolve complex issues. Experience in troubleshooting and debugging applications. Experience of Object-Oriented Design and implementation, along with Software Design patterns. Ability to contribute to the development of the architecture for applications. Experience of maintaining and improving coding standards. Able to build reusable code and libraries, ensuring thorough application documentation for future use. Experience of software best practices such as Automated Testing (Google Test), Continuous Integration, Test Driven Development, SOLID and Clean Code principles. Scrum or Kanban experience. GIT and Jenkins experience. Experience using JIRA. Desirable: Proficient modern C++ experience (14 or later). Experience writing simulators and test harnesses. Experience with protocols such as RS485 or CANopen. Experience with the Yocto Linux on Arm. Experience working in a similar industry.
My client are looking for a People Analytics Senior Manager. You will be owning and driving the People Analytics Strategy and managing the People Analytics team (team of 3). You will work closely with stakeholders both in HR and the wider business? To develop, prioritise and implement project plans to deliver the people analytics strategy. While a number of People Analytics solutions are already in place, my client are looking for someone who can review the current offerings and make bold steps in how they can change/adapt their approach to embed the importance of People Analytics and find new and better ways to ensure it is central to HR decision making. A knowledge of Workday reporting (including Slides, Sheets, PRISM & Discovery Boards) is essential although a working knowledge or experience in other analytical tools (such as Excel & PowerBI) would also be an advantage. Must have a right to work in the UK No sponsorship provided. Lucas Kennedy acts as an employment agency and employment business. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age and applications from persons of any age will be accepted for this role.
17/05/2024
Full time
My client are looking for a People Analytics Senior Manager. You will be owning and driving the People Analytics Strategy and managing the People Analytics team (team of 3). You will work closely with stakeholders both in HR and the wider business? To develop, prioritise and implement project plans to deliver the people analytics strategy. While a number of People Analytics solutions are already in place, my client are looking for someone who can review the current offerings and make bold steps in how they can change/adapt their approach to embed the importance of People Analytics and find new and better ways to ensure it is central to HR decision making. A knowledge of Workday reporting (including Slides, Sheets, PRISM & Discovery Boards) is essential although a working knowledge or experience in other analytical tools (such as Excel & PowerBI) would also be an advantage. Must have a right to work in the UK No sponsorship provided. Lucas Kennedy acts as an employment agency and employment business. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age and applications from persons of any age will be accepted for this role.
Senior Backend Engineer (Go) Remote, UK 6 Month Contract An incredible opportunity for an experienced Senior Backend Engineer with advanced Go skills to join a prestigious tech client on a contract basis. This company is renowned for its engineering excellence, and they're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer who can take their distributed systems to the next level. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll be working on mission-critical, data-intensive applications that push the boundaries of technology, taking ownership of the full software engineering life cycle, including design, development, and implementation. Reporting into an Engineering Manager, the Senior Backend Engineer will also leverage modern technologies like AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, and Kafka, whilst also architecting and implementing microservices-based solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams. In addition, the Senior Backend Engineer will also be responsible for optimising system performance, reliability, and scalability, as well as participating in code reviews, design discussions, and knowledge sharing. Senior Backend Engineer (Go) - Key Requirements: Significant professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on Back End systems Proficiency in Go/Golang and proven expertise in AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker Experience with end-to-end software engineering, including system design and architecture Hands-on experience working on complex, data-intensive applications A product-focused mindset and familiarity with working in technology-driven organisations or start-ups Hands-on skills in Kafka, Cassandra, gRPC, and microservices architecture will also be beneficial, as well as experience contributing to open-source projects If you're a passionate Senior Backend Engineer seeking a challenging and rewarding contract role with a reputable tech company, apply now! Our client is looking to onboard the right talent as soon as possible. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
17/05/2024
Project-based
Senior Backend Engineer (Go) Remote, UK 6 Month Contract An incredible opportunity for an experienced Senior Backend Engineer with advanced Go skills to join a prestigious tech client on a contract basis. This company is renowned for its engineering excellence, and they're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer who can take their distributed systems to the next level. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll be working on mission-critical, data-intensive applications that push the boundaries of technology, taking ownership of the full software engineering life cycle, including design, development, and implementation. Reporting into an Engineering Manager, the Senior Backend Engineer will also leverage modern technologies like AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, and Kafka, whilst also architecting and implementing microservices-based solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams. In addition, the Senior Backend Engineer will also be responsible for optimising system performance, reliability, and scalability, as well as participating in code reviews, design discussions, and knowledge sharing. Senior Backend Engineer (Go) - Key Requirements: Significant professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on Back End systems Proficiency in Go/Golang and proven expertise in AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker Experience with end-to-end software engineering, including system design and architecture Hands-on experience working on complex, data-intensive applications A product-focused mindset and familiarity with working in technology-driven organisations or start-ups Hands-on skills in Kafka, Cassandra, gRPC, and microservices architecture will also be beneficial, as well as experience contributing to open-source projects If you're a passionate Senior Backend Engineer seeking a challenging and rewarding contract role with a reputable tech company, apply now! Our client is looking to onboard the right talent as soon as possible. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
GoLang Developer London, UK 6 Month Contract An incredible opportunity for an experienced GoLang Developer with advanced Back End engineering skills to join a prestigious tech client on a contract basis. This company is renowned for its engineering excellence, and they're looking for a GoLang Developer who can take their distributed systems to the next level. As a GoLang Developer, you'll be working on mission-critical, data-intensive applications that push the boundaries of technology, taking ownership of the full software engineering life cycle, including design, development, and implementation. Reporting into an Engineering Manager, the GoLang Developer will also leverage modern technologies like AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, and Kafka, whilst also architecting and implementing microservices-based solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams. In addition, the GoLang Developer will also be responsible for optimising system performance, reliability, and scalability, as well as participating in code reviews, design discussions, and knowledge sharing. GoLang Developer - Key Requirements: Significant professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on Back End systems Proficiency in Go/Golang and proven expertise in AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker Experience with end-to-end software engineering, including system design and architecture Hands-on experience working on complex, data-intensive applications A product-focused mindset and familiarity with working in technology-driven organisations or start-ups Experience with Kafka, Cassandra, gRPC, and microservices architecture will also be beneficial, as well as experience contributing to open-source projects If you're a passionate GoLang Developer seeking a challenging and rewarding contract role with a reputable tech company, apply now! Our client is looking to onboard the right talent as soon as possible. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
17/05/2024
Project-based
GoLang Developer London, UK 6 Month Contract An incredible opportunity for an experienced GoLang Developer with advanced Back End engineering skills to join a prestigious tech client on a contract basis. This company is renowned for its engineering excellence, and they're looking for a GoLang Developer who can take their distributed systems to the next level. As a GoLang Developer, you'll be working on mission-critical, data-intensive applications that push the boundaries of technology, taking ownership of the full software engineering life cycle, including design, development, and implementation. Reporting into an Engineering Manager, the GoLang Developer will also leverage modern technologies like AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, and Kafka, whilst also architecting and implementing microservices-based solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams. In addition, the GoLang Developer will also be responsible for optimising system performance, reliability, and scalability, as well as participating in code reviews, design discussions, and knowledge sharing. GoLang Developer - Key Requirements: Significant professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on Back End systems Proficiency in Go/Golang and proven expertise in AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker Experience with end-to-end software engineering, including system design and architecture Hands-on experience working on complex, data-intensive applications A product-focused mindset and familiarity with working in technology-driven organisations or start-ups Experience with Kafka, Cassandra, gRPC, and microservices architecture will also be beneficial, as well as experience contributing to open-source projects If you're a passionate GoLang Developer seeking a challenging and rewarding contract role with a reputable tech company, apply now! Our client is looking to onboard the right talent as soon as possible. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
VMWare Engineer - DV Cleared - Corsham - £500 - £575 a day You will join a global IT Consultancy delivering digital transformation to the MoD. You are a VMWare engineer/SME with strong experience deploying, managing and troubleshooting VMware vSphere environments. Working pattern: The role is full time on site at Corsham Clearance: The role requires current, active DV Clearance You will: Deploy, manage and troubleshoot VMware vSphere environments. Work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs. Offer subject matter guidance and expertise to project teams. Your skills and experience: Solid understanding of vSphere components and concepts including ESXi, vCSA, Datacenters, Clusters, DRS, VDS, Content Libraries. Experience of VMware Cloud Foundation. Experience of performing large-scale upgrades to vSphere environments. Familiarity with Hyper-converged infrastructure. Experience with cloud management concepts. Good understanding of Linux operating systems, preferably Photon Experience with other VMware software defined datacenter products including vSAN, NSX and SDDC Manager. Knowledge and experience of PKI. VMWare Engineer - DV Cleared - Corsham - £500 a day
17/05/2024
Project-based
VMWare Engineer - DV Cleared - Corsham - £500 - £575 a day You will join a global IT Consultancy delivering digital transformation to the MoD. You are a VMWare engineer/SME with strong experience deploying, managing and troubleshooting VMware vSphere environments. Working pattern: The role is full time on site at Corsham Clearance: The role requires current, active DV Clearance You will: Deploy, manage and troubleshoot VMware vSphere environments. Work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs. Offer subject matter guidance and expertise to project teams. Your skills and experience: Solid understanding of vSphere components and concepts including ESXi, vCSA, Datacenters, Clusters, DRS, VDS, Content Libraries. Experience of VMware Cloud Foundation. Experience of performing large-scale upgrades to vSphere environments. Familiarity with Hyper-converged infrastructure. Experience with cloud management concepts. Good understanding of Linux operating systems, preferably Photon Experience with other VMware software defined datacenter products including vSAN, NSX and SDDC Manager. Knowledge and experience of PKI. VMWare Engineer - DV Cleared - Corsham - £500 a day
Certain Advantage have partnered with a fantastic tech business in Chester which are not afraid to disruptive their industry with their varied specialist products of dedicated business and consumer marketplace technology services. The company is looking to hire a Marketing Manager that can manage full paid media responsibility and be responsible for the product journey. Your time will be allocated across different products, accounts and will be managing team members to run effective Ad campaigns and promote the various products. This could suit someone wanting to move from agency side or has worked in similar large group organisation. You will be working with a close team of Tech, Product, Marketing and Data specialists to collaborate and take the business on their next journey. What makes this role even more interesting is you will be involved with the product side of the business and be able to add direction to the journey of the tech products. What you will do: Be the lead Marketing Professional across Paid Media. Work on Marketing Strategy for the group, focusing on various current product offerings and new releases. Managing Google Ads across Search, Display, Video and Discovery up to 6 figure budgets. Bing and Facebook Advertising Working with the design team to produce Display and Discovery campaigns Reviewing optimising campaigns using the analysis Ensuring all accounts are tracking the correct conversion actions Split-testing and experimenting Reporting Working with the others to form strategy for the products and longer term plan. Line manage a small team What you will bring: Full Marketing Management Strategy experience Experienced in PPC Paid Search Campaigns in Google Ads Data focused and strong in Microsoft Excel Ideally a eye for technology or a background in Product Leadership, Ownership or Development. Evidence of communicating campaign and account performance to stakeholders A keen interest in the digital marketing world and keeping on top of the latest trends in a constantly changing world Willing to/experiment and learn all aspects of our paid media accounts and user journeys Technical experience in GTM (Google Tag Manager) and other software such as SQL/HTML would be preferred. Background in Computer Science as well as Marketing would be ideal for this specialist role What's on offer: Competitive salary and bonuses 25 days holiday + bank holidays Staff wellness perks onsite and private healthcare City centre office location in Chester Hybrid working 3 days office based Please apply with your latest CV to be considered and to discuss this role going forward.
17/05/2024
Full time
Certain Advantage have partnered with a fantastic tech business in Chester which are not afraid to disruptive their industry with their varied specialist products of dedicated business and consumer marketplace technology services. The company is looking to hire a Marketing Manager that can manage full paid media responsibility and be responsible for the product journey. Your time will be allocated across different products, accounts and will be managing team members to run effective Ad campaigns and promote the various products. This could suit someone wanting to move from agency side or has worked in similar large group organisation. You will be working with a close team of Tech, Product, Marketing and Data specialists to collaborate and take the business on their next journey. What makes this role even more interesting is you will be involved with the product side of the business and be able to add direction to the journey of the tech products. What you will do: Be the lead Marketing Professional across Paid Media. Work on Marketing Strategy for the group, focusing on various current product offerings and new releases. Managing Google Ads across Search, Display, Video and Discovery up to 6 figure budgets. Bing and Facebook Advertising Working with the design team to produce Display and Discovery campaigns Reviewing optimising campaigns using the analysis Ensuring all accounts are tracking the correct conversion actions Split-testing and experimenting Reporting Working with the others to form strategy for the products and longer term plan. Line manage a small team What you will bring: Full Marketing Management Strategy experience Experienced in PPC Paid Search Campaigns in Google Ads Data focused and strong in Microsoft Excel Ideally a eye for technology or a background in Product Leadership, Ownership or Development. Evidence of communicating campaign and account performance to stakeholders A keen interest in the digital marketing world and keeping on top of the latest trends in a constantly changing world Willing to/experiment and learn all aspects of our paid media accounts and user journeys Technical experience in GTM (Google Tag Manager) and other software such as SQL/HTML would be preferred. Background in Computer Science as well as Marketing would be ideal for this specialist role What's on offer: Competitive salary and bonuses 25 days holiday + bank holidays Staff wellness perks onsite and private healthcare City centre office location in Chester Hybrid working 3 days office based Please apply with your latest CV to be considered and to discuss this role going forward.
Business Development Manager - French-speaking We have teamed with one of the biggest IT distributors in the UK which is looking for a French-speaking sales professional to join their growing team Responsibilities Generate qualified leads for our clients, by confidently using SPIN and other selling techniques; Develop specific and extensive client and product knowledge depending on each campaign to ensure client needs are met; Identify new business opportunities and quick win situations, and nurture database; French speaking
17/05/2024
Full time
Business Development Manager - French-speaking We have teamed with one of the biggest IT distributors in the UK which is looking for a French-speaking sales professional to join their growing team Responsibilities Generate qualified leads for our clients, by confidently using SPIN and other selling techniques; Develop specific and extensive client and product knowledge depending on each campaign to ensure client needs are met; Identify new business opportunities and quick win situations, and nurture database; French speaking
We're looking for a Contract Exit Manager for one of our Public Sector Clients. For full details please apply here. Rate: up to £745 per day Length: 12 months Location: London, national, hybrid Inside IR35 As an Exit Manager you will have : Proven extensive experience in developing exit plans with suppliers, including exit arrangements for data provision, staff transfers, hardware decommissioning and other exit service provisions including access to exiting personnel and knowledge sharing. Proven experience of defining and agreeing exit related accountabilities and responsibilities for the exiting supplier, and holding the supplier to account in respect of those responsibilities and any agreed deliverables. Proven ability to manage complex and potentially strained supplier relationships during the period of exit, including demonstrable ability to defuse and dissolve conflict between involved parties. Facilitate agreement of dependencies to be delivered by the incumbent that are required by the replacement supplier in the Implementation of the new service. Agree with the incumbent explicit exit related accountabilities and responsibilities to ensure transparency of ownership. Review replacement supplier deliverables from an exit perspective to ensure the new supplier's Implementation is integrated and in line with the agreed Exit Plan. Provide feedback comments for the replacement supplier as required. Manage the progress of the incumbent against the agreed Exit Plan, Termination Services and external dependencies. Strong commercial and supplier management skills to encourage collaborative working across all parties. PRINCE2 or MSP and MCIPS (desirable). If you are interested in this Contract Exit Manager contract role, please apply here and we'll be in touch. Exit Manager
17/05/2024
Project-based
We're looking for a Contract Exit Manager for one of our Public Sector Clients. For full details please apply here. Rate: up to £745 per day Length: 12 months Location: London, national, hybrid Inside IR35 As an Exit Manager you will have : Proven extensive experience in developing exit plans with suppliers, including exit arrangements for data provision, staff transfers, hardware decommissioning and other exit service provisions including access to exiting personnel and knowledge sharing. Proven experience of defining and agreeing exit related accountabilities and responsibilities for the exiting supplier, and holding the supplier to account in respect of those responsibilities and any agreed deliverables. Proven ability to manage complex and potentially strained supplier relationships during the period of exit, including demonstrable ability to defuse and dissolve conflict between involved parties. Facilitate agreement of dependencies to be delivered by the incumbent that are required by the replacement supplier in the Implementation of the new service. Agree with the incumbent explicit exit related accountabilities and responsibilities to ensure transparency of ownership. Review replacement supplier deliverables from an exit perspective to ensure the new supplier's Implementation is integrated and in line with the agreed Exit Plan. Provide feedback comments for the replacement supplier as required. Manage the progress of the incumbent against the agreed Exit Plan, Termination Services and external dependencies. Strong commercial and supplier management skills to encourage collaborative working across all parties. PRINCE2 or MSP and MCIPS (desirable). If you are interested in this Contract Exit Manager contract role, please apply here and we'll be in touch. Exit Manager
We are currently seeking a Category Manager to work within Public/Defence Sector. 10-month contract Location: Aldermaston and Winnersh 2 days per week onsite. About the role: Develop, implement and drive Category Strategy to deliver cost effective category solutions and business models for assigned categories. Essential Skills: The ideal candidates will hold Active SC clearance and have a proven Category/Procurement Management background, with the following skills/experience: Supporting Senior Category Managers in end to end major procurement's. Implement and develop procurement strategies End to end procurement process Working as part of a team to work through the major procurement Infrastructure/Construction/NEC experience
17/05/2024
Project-based
We are currently seeking a Category Manager to work within Public/Defence Sector. 10-month contract Location: Aldermaston and Winnersh 2 days per week onsite. About the role: Develop, implement and drive Category Strategy to deliver cost effective category solutions and business models for assigned categories. Essential Skills: The ideal candidates will hold Active SC clearance and have a proven Category/Procurement Management background, with the following skills/experience: Supporting Senior Category Managers in end to end major procurement's. Implement and develop procurement strategies End to end procurement process Working as part of a team to work through the major procurement Infrastructure/Construction/NEC experience
Job Title: Major Incident Manager/ITSM Process lead Location: London, UK Work Mode: Remote (When required need to travel to Mphasis London office) Years of Experience Needed: - Candidate should have 7+ years of in Incident management along with Change and other reporting module. Technical Skill: - Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills for working with teams at all levels including client stakeholders. Prior experience of Major Incident and other ITSM processes Strong knowledge on Service Now - mainly in Problem, Change, Major Incident and Reporting modules. Excellent leadership skills and ability to collaborate with team members. Experience of working with teams in India. Ability to analyse a high volume of technical data and work in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem solving, analytical, and time management skills. Ability to work to deadlines including attention to detail and multitasking skills Non-Technical Skill: Providing high quality, professional major incident management as part of a 24x7, 365 Major Incident Management team. Quickly understanding customer issues from a business impact perspective, draw logical conclusions, make sensible suggestions that meet both the Mphasis strategic direction and customers' needs and engage other vendors/suppliers to support. Responsible for assessing situations, making appropriate interventions, managing resolution activities, and communicating this to both technical and non-technical stakeholders both within Mphasis, Client and 3rd Parties. Ensure major incidents are managed effectively, managing the expectations for stakeholders, and acting as a point of contact for business areas using language understood by those stakeholders. Manage and report on core ITSM processes such as Incident, Problem, Change, Service Level management. Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the specific process area, representing the process to all stakeholders, reporting on performance, and developing recommendations for continual service improvement. Supporting and nurturing process improvements and knowledge base improvements Contributing to the objectives of the wider Service Management and Operations team. Certification: - ITIL Foundation Certification
17/05/2024
Full time
Job Title: Major Incident Manager/ITSM Process lead Location: London, UK Work Mode: Remote (When required need to travel to Mphasis London office) Years of Experience Needed: - Candidate should have 7+ years of in Incident management along with Change and other reporting module. Technical Skill: - Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills for working with teams at all levels including client stakeholders. Prior experience of Major Incident and other ITSM processes Strong knowledge on Service Now - mainly in Problem, Change, Major Incident and Reporting modules. Excellent leadership skills and ability to collaborate with team members. Experience of working with teams in India. Ability to analyse a high volume of technical data and work in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem solving, analytical, and time management skills. Ability to work to deadlines including attention to detail and multitasking skills Non-Technical Skill: Providing high quality, professional major incident management as part of a 24x7, 365 Major Incident Management team. Quickly understanding customer issues from a business impact perspective, draw logical conclusions, make sensible suggestions that meet both the Mphasis strategic direction and customers' needs and engage other vendors/suppliers to support. Responsible for assessing situations, making appropriate interventions, managing resolution activities, and communicating this to both technical and non-technical stakeholders both within Mphasis, Client and 3rd Parties. Ensure major incidents are managed effectively, managing the expectations for stakeholders, and acting as a point of contact for business areas using language understood by those stakeholders. Manage and report on core ITSM processes such as Incident, Problem, Change, Service Level management. Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the specific process area, representing the process to all stakeholders, reporting on performance, and developing recommendations for continual service improvement. Supporting and nurturing process improvements and knowledge base improvements Contributing to the objectives of the wider Service Management and Operations team. Certification: - ITIL Foundation Certification
Paid Search Manager/Executive - Google Shopping - PPC Do you have a passion for Paid Advertising across search platforms, strong with customer management and a strong ability for driving traffic If so this may be a position below for you! We are partnered with a dynamic data driven marketing company looking for talented a Paid Media professional, focusing predominately on Paid Search campaigns for Google Shopping. In this position you will play a vital role in developing and implementing winning Paid strategies for multiple client accounts of varying size and advert spend to drive E-commerce shopping. You will work across various elements of Paid Media which include Google and Bing PPC E-commerce and be confident in your approach to manage and retain customers too. You will have the experience of working closely with many specialist Paid Media Managers/Directors to gain further industry knowledge in an established business and drive the revenue through paid social media channels. The business is very proud of their teams and you will be joining a business constantly on the road to success, with a large client base which includes fashion, retail, home furnishings, technology and sport. This will be a permanent full time role, with hybrid working role which is commutable from areas of the North West, such as St Helens, Liverpool, Wigan and Warrington. Key areas you will be developing: Manage and optimise Google Shopping campaigns for assigned clients. Conduct in-depth keyword research to identify high-volume, relevant search terms. Create compelling product feed optimization strategies to improve ad performance. Monitor campaign performance metrics and make data-driven adjustments to optimize return on ad spend (ROAS). Generate insightful reports to communicate campaign performance and identify areas for improvement. Stay up-to-date on the latest Google Shopping features and best practices. Account management and customer retention What we need: Experience in paid media campaigns with Google Shopping Proven track record of generating ROI Experience in tools such as Google shopping but also Google Ads and any other Paid Media tools would be useful Ideally a background in E-commerce/lead gen agency side or inhouse with knowledge of the latest trends Considering a range of salaries as both Paid Media Executive and Paid Media Manager levels are considered. If you are looking for something different to this please still inquire as we may have other opportunities for you. Please apply with your latest CV to be considered and to discuss this role going forward.
17/05/2024
Full time
Paid Search Manager/Executive - Google Shopping - PPC Do you have a passion for Paid Advertising across search platforms, strong with customer management and a strong ability for driving traffic If so this may be a position below for you! We are partnered with a dynamic data driven marketing company looking for talented a Paid Media professional, focusing predominately on Paid Search campaigns for Google Shopping. In this position you will play a vital role in developing and implementing winning Paid strategies for multiple client accounts of varying size and advert spend to drive E-commerce shopping. You will work across various elements of Paid Media which include Google and Bing PPC E-commerce and be confident in your approach to manage and retain customers too. You will have the experience of working closely with many specialist Paid Media Managers/Directors to gain further industry knowledge in an established business and drive the revenue through paid social media channels. The business is very proud of their teams and you will be joining a business constantly on the road to success, with a large client base which includes fashion, retail, home furnishings, technology and sport. This will be a permanent full time role, with hybrid working role which is commutable from areas of the North West, such as St Helens, Liverpool, Wigan and Warrington. Key areas you will be developing: Manage and optimise Google Shopping campaigns for assigned clients. Conduct in-depth keyword research to identify high-volume, relevant search terms. Create compelling product feed optimization strategies to improve ad performance. Monitor campaign performance metrics and make data-driven adjustments to optimize return on ad spend (ROAS). Generate insightful reports to communicate campaign performance and identify areas for improvement. Stay up-to-date on the latest Google Shopping features and best practices. Account management and customer retention What we need: Experience in paid media campaigns with Google Shopping Proven track record of generating ROI Experience in tools such as Google shopping but also Google Ads and any other Paid Media tools would be useful Ideally a background in E-commerce/lead gen agency side or inhouse with knowledge of the latest trends Considering a range of salaries as both Paid Media Executive and Paid Media Manager levels are considered. If you are looking for something different to this please still inquire as we may have other opportunities for you. Please apply with your latest CV to be considered and to discuss this role going forward.
Do you have a passion for search engine optimisation, customer management and a strong ability for driving organic traffic If so this may be a position below for you! We are partnered with a dynamic data driven company looking for talented SEO Professional. In this company you will play a vital role in developing and implementing winning SEO strategies for multiple client accounts of varying size. You will work across various elements of technical SEO, which include local SEO and E-commerce SEO using different tools but also be confident in your approach to manage and retain customers too. In this role you will be supported by a wider team of content/copy professionals and also working alongside the Paid Media team. The business is very proud of their teams and you will be joining a business constantly on the road to success. This will be a permanent full time role, with hybrid working role which is commutable from areas of the North West, such as St Helens, Liverpool, Wigan and Warrington. Day to day: Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies for a variety of clients across different industries. Conduct in-depth keyword research and competitive analysis to identify high-potential opportunities. Optimize website content, on-page elements, and technical SEO factors to improve search engine ranking. Build high-quality backlinks through effective link-building strategies. Monitor website traffic, analyse SEO performance metrics, and report on results to clients. Stay up-to-date with the latest SEO trends and algorithm updates. Collaborate with content creators, web developers, and other team members to ensure a holistic SEO approach. Identify and recommend SEO tools and software to streamline processes. Prepare proposals and presentations for potential clients. Manage relationships with key clients and new customers. What you'll bring: Experience as an SEO Executive/Manager or similar either agency side or inhouse. Proven track record of success in increasing organic website traffic and search engine rankings. Strong understanding of SEO best practices and principles, including on-page optimization, technical SEO, and link building. Expertise in tools which could include Ahrefs, SEMrush, Google Search Console, Screaming Frog, Majestic and Surfer SEO. Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex SEO concepts to customer base. Analytics skills and a data-driven approach to problem-solving. Excellent organisational skills and a meticulous attention to detail. Passion for the digital marketing industry and a willingness to stay ahead of the curve. Ability to work effectively within a team environment. Please apply using the link below to be considered for this role.
17/05/2024
Full time
Do you have a passion for search engine optimisation, customer management and a strong ability for driving organic traffic If so this may be a position below for you! We are partnered with a dynamic data driven company looking for talented SEO Professional. In this company you will play a vital role in developing and implementing winning SEO strategies for multiple client accounts of varying size. You will work across various elements of technical SEO, which include local SEO and E-commerce SEO using different tools but also be confident in your approach to manage and retain customers too. In this role you will be supported by a wider team of content/copy professionals and also working alongside the Paid Media team. The business is very proud of their teams and you will be joining a business constantly on the road to success. This will be a permanent full time role, with hybrid working role which is commutable from areas of the North West, such as St Helens, Liverpool, Wigan and Warrington. Day to day: Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies for a variety of clients across different industries. Conduct in-depth keyword research and competitive analysis to identify high-potential opportunities. Optimize website content, on-page elements, and technical SEO factors to improve search engine ranking. Build high-quality backlinks through effective link-building strategies. Monitor website traffic, analyse SEO performance metrics, and report on results to clients. Stay up-to-date with the latest SEO trends and algorithm updates. Collaborate with content creators, web developers, and other team members to ensure a holistic SEO approach. Identify and recommend SEO tools and software to streamline processes. Prepare proposals and presentations for potential clients. Manage relationships with key clients and new customers. What you'll bring: Experience as an SEO Executive/Manager or similar either agency side or inhouse. Proven track record of success in increasing organic website traffic and search engine rankings. Strong understanding of SEO best practices and principles, including on-page optimization, technical SEO, and link building. Expertise in tools which could include Ahrefs, SEMrush, Google Search Console, Screaming Frog, Majestic and Surfer SEO. Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex SEO concepts to customer base. Analytics skills and a data-driven approach to problem-solving. Excellent organisational skills and a meticulous attention to detail. Passion for the digital marketing industry and a willingness to stay ahead of the curve. Ability to work effectively within a team environment. Please apply using the link below to be considered for this role.
NO SPONSORSHIP Oracle Applications DBA Tech Lead/Manage Extremely hands on position, managing one person They have to have some sort of prior supervisory or hands on management experience SALARY: $175K PLUS 10% BONUS LOCATION: CHELMSFORD, MA (5 DAYS ONSITE) Looking for a candidate with strong communication skills. This is all about oracle EBS 11i/r12. You will need 10+ years E-business suite cloud platform, oracle ERP applications suite. Job Summary Immediate need for a Senior Manager Oracle Applications DBA to join our team in Chelmsford, MA. This is an exciting Full time opportunity to work in a fast-paced team environment. The selected candidate will ensure production uptime service levels are maintained and made available per requirements that include backup, recovery, refresh, performance tuning, and security (physical and data). 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. Required/Preferred Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree Computer Science or similar required 10+ years Oracle EBS (11i/R12) Minimum five (5) years in ERP Cloud platform 20+ years of experience as Oracle ERP APPS DBA Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must have executed a minimum of two Upgrade cycles in the past. Will be responsible for Cutover Downtime reduction thru process improvements in each Upgrade iteration, Must have experience in EBS Application architecture, Concurrent managers, Workflow, layout of application on infrastructure, etc. Must have excellent knowledge in cloning, patching, backup recovery of ERP application including knowledge of ODI, FAW/ADW, Performance tuning, SQL profiling Must have hands on experience of RMAN, Backup Management and different Recovery techniques. Design and Implement disaster recovery plans. Support Oracle Cloud and EBS developers for custom coding, code migration, workflow and concurrent requests Knowledge of system administration functionality within Oracle Cloud ERP, Unix Shell Scripting skills on Oracle ODA's and OVM's Excellent interpersonal communication skills Ability to work with team members located in multiple geographies and time zones. Ability to manage and supervise DBA staff in the team. Responsible for providing day-to-day status and maintenance for Oracle EBS and ERP Cloud.
16/05/2024
Full time
NO SPONSORSHIP Oracle Applications DBA Tech Lead/Manage Extremely hands on position, managing one person They have to have some sort of prior supervisory or hands on management experience SALARY: $175K PLUS 10% BONUS LOCATION: CHELMSFORD, MA (5 DAYS ONSITE) Looking for a candidate with strong communication skills. This is all about oracle EBS 11i/r12. You will need 10+ years E-business suite cloud platform, oracle ERP applications suite. Job Summary Immediate need for a Senior Manager Oracle Applications DBA to join our team in Chelmsford, MA. This is an exciting Full time opportunity to work in a fast-paced team environment. The selected candidate will ensure production uptime service levels are maintained and made available per requirements that include backup, recovery, refresh, performance tuning, and security (physical and data). 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. Required/Preferred Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree Computer Science or similar required 10+ years Oracle EBS (11i/R12) Minimum five (5) years in ERP Cloud platform 20+ years of experience as Oracle ERP APPS DBA Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must have executed a minimum of two Upgrade cycles in the past. Will be responsible for Cutover Downtime reduction thru process improvements in each Upgrade iteration, Must have experience in EBS Application architecture, Concurrent managers, Workflow, layout of application on infrastructure, etc. Must have excellent knowledge in cloning, patching, backup recovery of ERP application including knowledge of ODI, FAW/ADW, Performance tuning, SQL profiling Must have hands on experience of RMAN, Backup Management and different Recovery techniques. Design and Implement disaster recovery plans. Support Oracle Cloud and EBS developers for custom coding, code migration, workflow and concurrent requests Knowledge of system administration functionality within Oracle Cloud ERP, Unix Shell Scripting skills on Oracle ODA's and OVM's Excellent interpersonal communication skills Ability to work with team members located in multiple geographies and time zones. Ability to manage and supervise DBA staff in the team. Responsible for providing day-to-day status and maintenance for Oracle EBS and ERP Cloud.
NO SPONSORSHIP Principal, Product Manager - Financial Risk Management and Systems SALARY: $190k plus 15% bonus LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL Hybrid 3 days onsite Looking for a candidate with experience as a product manager/owner agile product manager experience financial services general security markets derivatives knowledge multiple asset classes like equities interest rates volatility commodities foreign currencies risk pillar specify control counter party clearing statements of derivatives financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Jira confluence tableau MS Applications 10 years of financial risk management Summary: The Product Owner at the will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Stakeholder Engagement and Management o Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development o Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining OCC's Products o Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria o Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog o Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management o Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed o Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap o Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans o Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes o Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog o Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development o Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. o Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for the system development, integration and deployment o Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner o Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories o Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders o Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables o Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements o Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Product Leadership Product Delivery Product Integrity Quality Management Team Leadership Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Technical Skills: Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
16/05/2024
Full time
NO SPONSORSHIP Principal, Product Manager - Financial Risk Management and Systems SALARY: $190k plus 15% bonus LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL Hybrid 3 days onsite Looking for a candidate with experience as a product manager/owner agile product manager experience financial services general security markets derivatives knowledge multiple asset classes like equities interest rates volatility commodities foreign currencies risk pillar specify control counter party clearing statements of derivatives financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Jira confluence tableau MS Applications 10 years of financial risk management Summary: The Product Owner at the will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Stakeholder Engagement and Management o Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development o Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining OCC's Products o Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria o Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog o Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management o Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed o Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap o Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans o Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes o Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog o Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development o Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. o Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for the system development, integration and deployment o Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner o Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories o Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders o Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables o Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements o Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Product Leadership Product Delivery Product Integrity Quality Management Team Leadership Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Technical Skills: Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
*Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote* *We are unable to sponsor as this is a permanent Full time role* A prestigious company is looking for a M365 Platform Manager. This manager will have a heavy focus with MS Teams. The team is seeking at least three to four years' experience in MS Teams that includes audio/visual conferencing, analytics, Team Premium, and MT SME. Also will need experience with SharePoint Online, OneDrive, OneNote, Planner Streams, PowerShell, etc. They will manage a team of consultants and focus on policies, compliance, change management, etc. Responsibilities: Provide leadership in establishing robust M365 service administration protocols Administers M365 collaboration tools, including SharePoint Online, MS Teams, OneNote, OneDrive, Streams, Planner, Viva Engage, etc Continually develops the processes and policies for provisioning Forms a community with the Global Assistant Director of M365 Platform, the Cloud Architect, the Enterprise Application Architect (and with others as needed) to provide collective oversight of the M365 ecosystem Promotes optimal useability of M365 services Monitors Microsoft's roadmap for upgrades to M365 services and establishes the mechanisms by which we share relevant changes with our people Works with the office of the Director of Information Governance in ensuring content management policies for M365 are in compliance and updated as business needs evolve Works closely with the Security team, prioritizing safety of the firm's systems and content Identifies potential points of integration between M365 services on the core device-top and works with technical colleagues to deliver key integrations Promotes use of the data available via the Microsoft admin portal to identify areas of untapped benefit, and to foster our continuing path towards a data-driven organization Provides level three support for functional requests relating to M365 collaboration services Develop and/or lead change management efforts across all phases of projects and initiatives to drive the Firm's culture of continuous improvement Ensures vendors provide proper levels of support, maintain SLA's, and provide root cause analysis for escalated issues Ensures all team, departmental and firm policies and procedures are adhered to, including technical change management and service continuity Completes all administrative tasks, ie, (time tracking, project and task updates, trouble ticket notes, status reports, responding to email, etc.) accurately and on time Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. 5+ years of M365 product experience Prior experience in M365, specifically MS Teams and SharePoint Online administration, and guiding their use within an organization In depth knowledge of SharePoint Online and Microsoft Teams is required Holistic knowledge of the M365 Suite is required Knowledge of Intapp Workspaces is helpful PowerShell Scripting Proven change management skills M365 certification, such as MS Teams Specialist, SPO Admin and or Development
16/05/2024
Full time
*Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote* *We are unable to sponsor as this is a permanent Full time role* A prestigious company is looking for a M365 Platform Manager. This manager will have a heavy focus with MS Teams. The team is seeking at least three to four years' experience in MS Teams that includes audio/visual conferencing, analytics, Team Premium, and MT SME. Also will need experience with SharePoint Online, OneDrive, OneNote, Planner Streams, PowerShell, etc. They will manage a team of consultants and focus on policies, compliance, change management, etc. Responsibilities: Provide leadership in establishing robust M365 service administration protocols Administers M365 collaboration tools, including SharePoint Online, MS Teams, OneNote, OneDrive, Streams, Planner, Viva Engage, etc Continually develops the processes and policies for provisioning Forms a community with the Global Assistant Director of M365 Platform, the Cloud Architect, the Enterprise Application Architect (and with others as needed) to provide collective oversight of the M365 ecosystem Promotes optimal useability of M365 services Monitors Microsoft's roadmap for upgrades to M365 services and establishes the mechanisms by which we share relevant changes with our people Works with the office of the Director of Information Governance in ensuring content management policies for M365 are in compliance and updated as business needs evolve Works closely with the Security team, prioritizing safety of the firm's systems and content Identifies potential points of integration between M365 services on the core device-top and works with technical colleagues to deliver key integrations Promotes use of the data available via the Microsoft admin portal to identify areas of untapped benefit, and to foster our continuing path towards a data-driven organization Provides level three support for functional requests relating to M365 collaboration services Develop and/or lead change management efforts across all phases of projects and initiatives to drive the Firm's culture of continuous improvement Ensures vendors provide proper levels of support, maintain SLA's, and provide root cause analysis for escalated issues Ensures all team, departmental and firm policies and procedures are adhered to, including technical change management and service continuity Completes all administrative tasks, ie, (time tracking, project and task updates, trouble ticket notes, status reports, responding to email, etc.) accurately and on time Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. 5+ years of M365 product experience Prior experience in M365, specifically MS Teams and SharePoint Online administration, and guiding their use within an organization In depth knowledge of SharePoint Online and Microsoft Teams is required Holistic knowledge of the M365 Suite is required Knowledge of Intapp Workspaces is helpful PowerShell Scripting Proven change management skills M365 certification, such as MS Teams Specialist, SPO Admin and or Development
*We are unable to sponsor as this is a permanent Full time role* A prestigious company is looking for a Oracle Applications DBA Tech Lead/Manager. This is a hands-on tech lead/manager. They will focus on all Oracle ERP applications and will focus heavily on Oracle EBS (11i/R12). This company is looking for someone with heavy Oracle Fusion Cloud experience. 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 Provides patch management and distribution capabilities to prevent new threats with minimized physical infrastructure impacts. Creates and tests data backups. Provides data cleansing services, verifies data integrity, and implements access controls. Performs database configuration, monitoring, and tuning. Routine maintenance including problem defect analysis and resolution, space, storage, object management, physical database layout, rollback segment management, and temporary space management. Supports logs and alerts, access rights and roles, database instance version control. New IDs, roles, authorizations, audits, locked/unlocked status, revocation. Performs memory usage monitoring, database parameter configuration, database resources, I/O distribution. Ensures system health, maintenance, technical security, recovery, and basic application technical tuning. Maintains Oracle Quarterly Releases and patch management schedules. Supports Systems Development, Migration, and Integration efforts as needed. Significant contributor to work plans for security analysis and recommendations Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree Computer Science or similar required 10+ years Oracle EBS (11i/R12) Minimum five (5) years in ERP Cloud platform 20+ years of experience as Oracle ERP APPS DBA Must have executed a minimum of two Upgrade cycles in the past. Will be responsible for Cutover Downtime reduction thru process improvements in each Upgrade iteration, Must have experience in EBS Application architecture, Concurrent managers, Workflow, layout of application on infrastructure, etc. Must have excellent knowledge in cloning, patching, backup recovery of ERP application including knowledge of ODI, FAW/ADW, Performance tuning, SQL profiling Must have hands on experience of RMAN, Backup Management and different Recovery techniques. Design and Implement disaster recovery plans. Support Oracle Cloud and EBS developers for custom coding, code migration, workflow and concurrent requests Knowledge of system administration functionality within Oracle Cloud ERP, Unix Shell Scripting skills on Oracle ODA's and OVM's Ability to manage and supervise DBA staff in the team. Responsible for providing day-to-day status and maintenance for Oracle EBS and ERP Cloud. Work with multiple application teams and developers.
16/05/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor as this is a permanent Full time role* A prestigious company is looking for a Oracle Applications DBA Tech Lead/Manager. This is a hands-on tech lead/manager. They will focus on all Oracle ERP applications and will focus heavily on Oracle EBS (11i/R12). This company is looking for someone with heavy Oracle Fusion Cloud experience. 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 Provides patch management and distribution capabilities to prevent new threats with minimized physical infrastructure impacts. Creates and tests data backups. Provides data cleansing services, verifies data integrity, and implements access controls. Performs database configuration, monitoring, and tuning. Routine maintenance including problem defect analysis and resolution, space, storage, object management, physical database layout, rollback segment management, and temporary space management. Supports logs and alerts, access rights and roles, database instance version control. New IDs, roles, authorizations, audits, locked/unlocked status, revocation. Performs memory usage monitoring, database parameter configuration, database resources, I/O distribution. Ensures system health, maintenance, technical security, recovery, and basic application technical tuning. Maintains Oracle Quarterly Releases and patch management schedules. Supports Systems Development, Migration, and Integration efforts as needed. Significant contributor to work plans for security analysis and recommendations Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree Computer Science or similar required 10+ years Oracle EBS (11i/R12) Minimum five (5) years in ERP Cloud platform 20+ years of experience as Oracle ERP APPS DBA Must have executed a minimum of two Upgrade cycles in the past. Will be responsible for Cutover Downtime reduction thru process improvements in each Upgrade iteration, Must have experience in EBS Application architecture, Concurrent managers, Workflow, layout of application on infrastructure, etc. Must have excellent knowledge in cloning, patching, backup recovery of ERP application including knowledge of ODI, FAW/ADW, Performance tuning, SQL profiling Must have hands on experience of RMAN, Backup Management and different Recovery techniques. Design and Implement disaster recovery plans. Support Oracle Cloud and EBS developers for custom coding, code migration, workflow and concurrent requests Knowledge of system administration functionality within Oracle Cloud ERP, Unix Shell Scripting skills on Oracle ODA's and OVM's Ability to manage and supervise DBA staff in the team. Responsible for providing day-to-day status and maintenance for Oracle EBS and ERP Cloud. Work with multiple application teams and developers.
*We are unable to sponsor as this is a permanent Full time role* *Hybrid 3 days onsite 2 days remote* A prestigious company is looking for a Vendor Quality Assurance Manager. This manager will focus on managing all the outsourced vendors for all technical quality assurance. This manager will be managing 25-30 onshore and offshore resources. This includes QA for applications, datacenter, Back End technology, Microsoft products, etc. 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. Encourages fiscal responsibility and maintains confidentiality. Technologies/Software 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
16/05/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor as this is a permanent Full time role* *Hybrid 3 days onsite 2 days remote* A prestigious company is looking for a Vendor Quality Assurance Manager. This manager will focus on managing all the outsourced vendors for all technical quality assurance. This manager will be managing 25-30 onshore and offshore resources. This includes QA for applications, datacenter, Back End technology, Microsoft products, etc. 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. Encourages fiscal responsibility and maintains confidentiality. Technologies/Software 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