Are you passionate about driving system improvements and leading a dedicated team to success? Our client, a dynamic organization, is seeking a Systems Delivery Manager to take ownership of their Group Sales, CRM, and Policy Administration systems, built on Dynamics 365 CE platform with Azure App Service based satellite systems. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping and delivering a portfolio of improvement projects and ensuring operational excellence across their systems. Key Responsibilities: Portfolio Management: Shape and deliver improvement initiatives related to the Group Sales CRM and Policy Administration systems. Collaborate with business analysts, end users, and architects to define and evolve the product backlog. Champion proposals for systems releases through the investment approval process. Project Leadership: Manage the project life cycle from initiation through delivery, following agile methodologies. Lead a team of Business Analysts and collaborate closely with a South African software development team to ensure successful project outcomes aligned with business objectives. Production Support: Oversee the production support of the systems, ensuring efficient and high-quality business operations. Drive initiatives to minimize manual support efforts and enhance data quality. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of 5-10 business analysts, system support analysts, and data administrators. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team. Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement of methods and tools for requirements gathering, process design, and user acceptance testing. Ensure adherence to best practices to enhance the quality, predictability, and performance of systems delivery work. Qualifications and Skills: Proven experience managing Dynamics 365 CE based systems and Azure App Service integrations. Strong project management skills with experience leading agile teams. Excellent leadership and communication skills, capable of engaging with senior business leads, end-users, and IS team members. A passion for system delivery and improving business operations through technology. Experience in managing data quality and production support processes. Why Join Our Client? You will be part of a dynamic IS team tasked with significant responsibility for driving business improvements. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with operational stakeholders, drive system enhancements, and lead a talented team of analysts in a supportive and collaborative environment. To be considered for this role, please send an up to date copy of your CV as soon as possible.
26/06/2024
Full time
Are you passionate about driving system improvements and leading a dedicated team to success? Our client, a dynamic organization, is seeking a Systems Delivery Manager to take ownership of their Group Sales, CRM, and Policy Administration systems, built on Dynamics 365 CE platform with Azure App Service based satellite systems. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping and delivering a portfolio of improvement projects and ensuring operational excellence across their systems. Key Responsibilities: Portfolio Management: Shape and deliver improvement initiatives related to the Group Sales CRM and Policy Administration systems. Collaborate with business analysts, end users, and architects to define and evolve the product backlog. Champion proposals for systems releases through the investment approval process. Project Leadership: Manage the project life cycle from initiation through delivery, following agile methodologies. Lead a team of Business Analysts and collaborate closely with a South African software development team to ensure successful project outcomes aligned with business objectives. Production Support: Oversee the production support of the systems, ensuring efficient and high-quality business operations. Drive initiatives to minimize manual support efforts and enhance data quality. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of 5-10 business analysts, system support analysts, and data administrators. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team. Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement of methods and tools for requirements gathering, process design, and user acceptance testing. Ensure adherence to best practices to enhance the quality, predictability, and performance of systems delivery work. Qualifications and Skills: Proven experience managing Dynamics 365 CE based systems and Azure App Service integrations. Strong project management skills with experience leading agile teams. Excellent leadership and communication skills, capable of engaging with senior business leads, end-users, and IS team members. A passion for system delivery and improving business operations through technology. Experience in managing data quality and production support processes. Why Join Our Client? You will be part of a dynamic IS team tasked with significant responsibility for driving business improvements. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with operational stakeholders, drive system enhancements, and lead a talented team of analysts in a supportive and collaborative environment. To be considered for this role, please send an up to date copy of your CV as soon as possible.
Business Analyst (Agile, SQL)- Remote from ESTONIA - 6 months+ One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for a Business Analyst (Agile, SQL). For this role you can work remotely from ESTONIA ONLY. Please find some details below: Deliveries will relate to regulatory reporting requests, so it would be good to have senior level Business analyst with knowledge in financial area, like profit and loss statements and balance sheet items. Familiar with Agile environment and has knowledge in SQL. It can be also applicable if the person was working with investment products, or lending area. Must/Nice to have skills for the position: Person has been working in Agile environment and has knowledge in SQL, as well was involved in requirements gathering and has been working with data analysis/financial analysis. Years of experience of the candidate: 7 + years of exp. Location: Baltics - Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia as the whole team is located in Baltics and working on Baltic deliveries. Industry: banking Please send CV for full details and immediate interviews. We are a preferred supplier to the client.
25/06/2024
Project-based
Business Analyst (Agile, SQL)- Remote from ESTONIA - 6 months+ One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for a Business Analyst (Agile, SQL). For this role you can work remotely from ESTONIA ONLY. Please find some details below: Deliveries will relate to regulatory reporting requests, so it would be good to have senior level Business analyst with knowledge in financial area, like profit and loss statements and balance sheet items. Familiar with Agile environment and has knowledge in SQL. It can be also applicable if the person was working with investment products, or lending area. Must/Nice to have skills for the position: Person has been working in Agile environment and has knowledge in SQL, as well was involved in requirements gathering and has been working with data analysis/financial analysis. Years of experience of the candidate: 7 + years of exp. Location: Baltics - Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia as the whole team is located in Baltics and working on Baltic deliveries. Industry: banking Please send CV for full details and immediate interviews. We are a preferred supplier to the client.
*Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote* A prestigious company is looking for a Senior Associate, Enterprise Risk Management. This Senior Associate will need to have 3 years of experience working as an analyst/auditor of ERM and financial risk. This role will support a team that identifies, measures, monitors, manages, and reports risks and exposures across the organization through the Risk Management Framework (RMF). Responsibilities: Support the team tasked with assessing, implementing, monitoring, and reporting on the adequacy and effectiveness of the company's Risk Management Framework (RMF) across business units Develop a working understanding of the company's RMF to assist business units with governance issues and concerns Collaborate with business units and other stakeholders to assess and enhance operational resiliency and control environment Support efforts to verify, analyze, and monitor key performance, risk, and control indicators to support management and board-level reporting across business units Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of reports and metrics to evaluate the performance of the Enterprise Risk Assessment (ERA) program Assist with the drafting and maintenance of ORMC's policies and procedures Develop ORMC reports, as well as other ad hoc and regularly occurring reports Support management with special projects and other duties as assigned Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, or related field 3+ years of experience in financial risk, preferably in an audit, compliance, risk, or related consulting experience Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint Understanding of securities/derivatives markets and risk management
19/06/2024
Full time
*Hybrid, 3 days onsite, 2 days remote* A prestigious company is looking for a Senior Associate, Enterprise Risk Management. This Senior Associate will need to have 3 years of experience working as an analyst/auditor of ERM and financial risk. This role will support a team that identifies, measures, monitors, manages, and reports risks and exposures across the organization through the Risk Management Framework (RMF). Responsibilities: Support the team tasked with assessing, implementing, monitoring, and reporting on the adequacy and effectiveness of the company's Risk Management Framework (RMF) across business units Develop a working understanding of the company's RMF to assist business units with governance issues and concerns Collaborate with business units and other stakeholders to assess and enhance operational resiliency and control environment Support efforts to verify, analyze, and monitor key performance, risk, and control indicators to support management and board-level reporting across business units Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of reports and metrics to evaluate the performance of the Enterprise Risk Assessment (ERA) program Assist with the drafting and maintenance of ORMC's policies and procedures Develop ORMC reports, as well as other ad hoc and regularly occurring reports Support management with special projects and other duties as assigned Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, or related field 3+ years of experience in financial risk, preferably in an audit, compliance, risk, or related consulting experience Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint Understanding of securities/derivatives markets and risk management
Econometrics Consultant (Market Mix Modelling) Paying up to 50k London Company Profile You will be joining a digital-first marketing and advertising services company who are focused on connecting the dots across content, data & digital media and technology services. Inspired by the connectivity and flexibility of technology APIs. You will find a diverse group of colleagues with different backgrounds and perspectives. This creative organisation believes everyone has something of value to offer, and that sustaining a truly diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace begins with fostering an environment where people can be themselves, authentically, every day. The Opportunity The marketing effectiveness division of the organisation, is looking for a bright and personable Econometrics/Market Mix Modelling (MMM) Analyst at the top of their game in the econometric modelling field to really influence and help drive the company on towards continued double digit growth. The role description Assist with managing projects for clients over a range of industries Produce outstanding marketing evaluation projects to clients Exceptional data analytics Data visualisation Presentation delivery to the client Running statistical models Assisting senior consultants and directors to produce outstanding marketing evaluation projects Help with research and development of tools and ideas to grow the business in new areas using the latest techniques Potential for involvement across the business including but not limited to project management, new business, research & development, improving internal processes and tool development Requirements Project management experience commercial experience of market mix modelling and or marketing analytics Ability to explain complex modelling in a clear and simple manner Econometrics/Economics/Mathematics (with Econometrics) degree with 2.1 or higher - desirable Knowledge of Excel & PowerPoint, google analytics and g suite is advantageous Experience of modelling with statistical packages Knowledge of R or Python is advantageous, but not essential Key factors: Work with diverse clients from the largest FTSE 100 companies to niche charities Build unique market first solutions by using your econometric and latest programming knowledge Heavily supported R&D function to drive change across the industry and create market first tools Benefits Regular Activities and Socials Offer a tailored training programme to help individuals grow - with personal development budget Annual company trip when possible Significant investment in employees mental health and wellbeing Generous holiday package This company are looking for a bright and personable candidate who's looking to excel, have fun and make a difference. If you are looking for a new role and have experience within the MMM skill set listed, please apply today! Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
19/06/2024
Full time
Econometrics Consultant (Market Mix Modelling) Paying up to 50k London Company Profile You will be joining a digital-first marketing and advertising services company who are focused on connecting the dots across content, data & digital media and technology services. Inspired by the connectivity and flexibility of technology APIs. You will find a diverse group of colleagues with different backgrounds and perspectives. This creative organisation believes everyone has something of value to offer, and that sustaining a truly diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace begins with fostering an environment where people can be themselves, authentically, every day. The Opportunity The marketing effectiveness division of the organisation, is looking for a bright and personable Econometrics/Market Mix Modelling (MMM) Analyst at the top of their game in the econometric modelling field to really influence and help drive the company on towards continued double digit growth. The role description Assist with managing projects for clients over a range of industries Produce outstanding marketing evaluation projects to clients Exceptional data analytics Data visualisation Presentation delivery to the client Running statistical models Assisting senior consultants and directors to produce outstanding marketing evaluation projects Help with research and development of tools and ideas to grow the business in new areas using the latest techniques Potential for involvement across the business including but not limited to project management, new business, research & development, improving internal processes and tool development Requirements Project management experience commercial experience of market mix modelling and or marketing analytics Ability to explain complex modelling in a clear and simple manner Econometrics/Economics/Mathematics (with Econometrics) degree with 2.1 or higher - desirable Knowledge of Excel & PowerPoint, google analytics and g suite is advantageous Experience of modelling with statistical packages Knowledge of R or Python is advantageous, but not essential Key factors: Work with diverse clients from the largest FTSE 100 companies to niche charities Build unique market first solutions by using your econometric and latest programming knowledge Heavily supported R&D function to drive change across the industry and create market first tools Benefits Regular Activities and Socials Offer a tailored training programme to help individuals grow - with personal development budget Annual company trip when possible Significant investment in employees mental health and wellbeing Generous holiday package This company are looking for a bright and personable candidate who's looking to excel, have fun and make a difference. If you are looking for a new role and have experience within the MMM skill set listed, please apply today! Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Venesky-Brown's client, a public sector organisation in Dundee, is currently looking to recruit a Business Applications Specialist on a permanent basis on a salary of £35,308 - £43,155/annum. This role will be a hybrid of working at home and in the office. Responsibilities: - Carry out programming, configuration and development tasks ensuring that feasibility has been assessed and established; relevant documentation is maintained; test scripts are prepared, testing is successfully completed; and that information systems components are released into operations in accordance with Digital & Technology Services policies and standards. - Assess and recommend appropriate solutions to fulfil business requirements with current or new applications that will ensure the highest standards of confidentiality, integrity and availability. - Undertake feasibility studies and to assist in the development of formal business cases for proposed information systems as a basis for decision making at a senior management level. - Provide technical advice, expertise and assistance to other teams and projects about the development and integration of information systems. - Carry out data transformation (extract, transform and load) tasks and to provide reports as required by undertaking the appropriate analysis in response to business requirements. - Provide technical advice, expertise and assistance to other teams and projects about the development and integration of information systems as directed by the Service Delivery Manager. - Provide second line support for the organisation's information systems, troubleshooting problems as reported via the Service Desk, carrying out problem solving and configuration tasks to ensure the restoration of critical services. - Monitor information systems for underutilisation, process deficiency or software malfunction and provide recommendations for remedial actions. - Work with the Infrastructure to operate a robust backup and recovery procedure for all information systems and data. - Develop and maintain documentation about the specification, design and build of information systems according to DTS policies and standards. - Train IT Operations staff proactively on new information systems to ensure they can deliver first line support effectively to minimise the demand on the Infrastructure and Systems Team. - Work with the Service Delivery Manager to develop and apply technical policies to ensure the secure use of information systems in support of the organisation's business requirements. - Manage the technical delivery of approved small projects (eg information system enhancements) ensuring that the agreed objectives are delivered within the original project scope. - Provide expert advice and guidance to DTS management teams in support of the IT strategic planning process and in support of technical change projects. - Keep the Service Delivery Manager informed at all times of any performance issues, security concerns or future IT infrastructure system developments which may affect the organisation. - Invoke third party support in accordance with established processes and to assist and support third party contractors in their work for the organisation. - Advise the Service Delivery Manager of any matters concerning safety, software licencing, computer viruses or similar issues that require further action. - Ensure that all information is managed securely in accordance with organisational policies and information related legislation. - Be accountable for service delivery and quality of allocated work escalating issues when appropriate to senior colleagues. - Promote service management and continual service improvement to improve quality of customer satisfaction within DTS. - Contribute to horizon planning to support the management of team workload. - Be familiar with relevant IT-related policies (acceptable use, data protection, FOI, information security, purchasing etc.) and advise colleagues and end-users accordingly. - Build strong, constructive relationships with service users within your remit and beyond. - Represent the department and the organisation externally amongst peer institutions and industry associations. - Work effectively with DTS colleagues Essential Skills: - An extensive and recent track record of performing the duties set out above. - Strong educational background including a first degree in an IT related subject (or equivalent). - Strong understanding of the Microsoft SQL Server stack particularly SQL Server, SSRS, SSIS - Experience of the support and maintenance of major corporate business systems - Relevant service delivery experience of working in an ITIL-based framework; familiarity with the processes, procedures and outputs of ITIL. ITIL Foundation Certificate. - Demonstrable understanding and experience of delivering projects within a contemporary project management framework (eg Agile, Scrum). - Substantial, recent, experience of the maintenance and development of enterprise applications and processes across a complex organisation. Including the development of Web service/APIs integrations. - Previous ICT experience at a level where the role has required the ability to translate technical requirements and specifications into easily understood business concepts and vice versa. - Ability to manage workloads under pressure and to tight deadlines and with an analytical and methodical approach to investigating problems and resolving issues. - Highly developed interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively with individuals and teams at all levels both within and external to the organisation. - Understands and can represent the service across the organisation, particularly to senior stakeholders and other governance entities. - Sensitivity to the issues of working in a highly devolved environment and an ability to develop effective and pragmatic solutions. - Ability to influence and persuade others to take a specific course of action when there is no direct line of command or control. - Customer and service-focussed: understanding the needs of the customer when making decisions. - Proven ability to develop, implement and evaluate policies and processes. - Highly IT literate with strong and relevant application experience. - Working knowledge of the Data Protection Act and other related legislation. Desirable Skills: - ITIL Service Management Certification If you would like to hear more about this opportunity please get in touch.
19/06/2024
Full time
Venesky-Brown's client, a public sector organisation in Dundee, is currently looking to recruit a Business Applications Specialist on a permanent basis on a salary of £35,308 - £43,155/annum. This role will be a hybrid of working at home and in the office. Responsibilities: - Carry out programming, configuration and development tasks ensuring that feasibility has been assessed and established; relevant documentation is maintained; test scripts are prepared, testing is successfully completed; and that information systems components are released into operations in accordance with Digital & Technology Services policies and standards. - Assess and recommend appropriate solutions to fulfil business requirements with current or new applications that will ensure the highest standards of confidentiality, integrity and availability. - Undertake feasibility studies and to assist in the development of formal business cases for proposed information systems as a basis for decision making at a senior management level. - Provide technical advice, expertise and assistance to other teams and projects about the development and integration of information systems. - Carry out data transformation (extract, transform and load) tasks and to provide reports as required by undertaking the appropriate analysis in response to business requirements. - Provide technical advice, expertise and assistance to other teams and projects about the development and integration of information systems as directed by the Service Delivery Manager. - Provide second line support for the organisation's information systems, troubleshooting problems as reported via the Service Desk, carrying out problem solving and configuration tasks to ensure the restoration of critical services. - Monitor information systems for underutilisation, process deficiency or software malfunction and provide recommendations for remedial actions. - Work with the Infrastructure to operate a robust backup and recovery procedure for all information systems and data. - Develop and maintain documentation about the specification, design and build of information systems according to DTS policies and standards. - Train IT Operations staff proactively on new information systems to ensure they can deliver first line support effectively to minimise the demand on the Infrastructure and Systems Team. - Work with the Service Delivery Manager to develop and apply technical policies to ensure the secure use of information systems in support of the organisation's business requirements. - Manage the technical delivery of approved small projects (eg information system enhancements) ensuring that the agreed objectives are delivered within the original project scope. - Provide expert advice and guidance to DTS management teams in support of the IT strategic planning process and in support of technical change projects. - Keep the Service Delivery Manager informed at all times of any performance issues, security concerns or future IT infrastructure system developments which may affect the organisation. - Invoke third party support in accordance with established processes and to assist and support third party contractors in their work for the organisation. - Advise the Service Delivery Manager of any matters concerning safety, software licencing, computer viruses or similar issues that require further action. - Ensure that all information is managed securely in accordance with organisational policies and information related legislation. - Be accountable for service delivery and quality of allocated work escalating issues when appropriate to senior colleagues. - Promote service management and continual service improvement to improve quality of customer satisfaction within DTS. - Contribute to horizon planning to support the management of team workload. - Be familiar with relevant IT-related policies (acceptable use, data protection, FOI, information security, purchasing etc.) and advise colleagues and end-users accordingly. - Build strong, constructive relationships with service users within your remit and beyond. - Represent the department and the organisation externally amongst peer institutions and industry associations. - Work effectively with DTS colleagues Essential Skills: - An extensive and recent track record of performing the duties set out above. - Strong educational background including a first degree in an IT related subject (or equivalent). - Strong understanding of the Microsoft SQL Server stack particularly SQL Server, SSRS, SSIS - Experience of the support and maintenance of major corporate business systems - Relevant service delivery experience of working in an ITIL-based framework; familiarity with the processes, procedures and outputs of ITIL. ITIL Foundation Certificate. - Demonstrable understanding and experience of delivering projects within a contemporary project management framework (eg Agile, Scrum). - Substantial, recent, experience of the maintenance and development of enterprise applications and processes across a complex organisation. Including the development of Web service/APIs integrations. - Previous ICT experience at a level where the role has required the ability to translate technical requirements and specifications into easily understood business concepts and vice versa. - Ability to manage workloads under pressure and to tight deadlines and with an analytical and methodical approach to investigating problems and resolving issues. - Highly developed interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively with individuals and teams at all levels both within and external to the organisation. - Understands and can represent the service across the organisation, particularly to senior stakeholders and other governance entities. - Sensitivity to the issues of working in a highly devolved environment and an ability to develop effective and pragmatic solutions. - Ability to influence and persuade others to take a specific course of action when there is no direct line of command or control. - Customer and service-focussed: understanding the needs of the customer when making decisions. - Proven ability to develop, implement and evaluate policies and processes. - Highly IT literate with strong and relevant application experience. - Working knowledge of the Data Protection Act and other related legislation. Desirable Skills: - ITIL Service Management Certification If you would like to hear more about this opportunity please get in touch.