Solutions Architect, TOGAF, Digital, Agile, Software Delivery Lifecycle, Transformation, Blueprint


Your new company
I am recruiting for an arm's length body of a ministerial government department who are going through an exciting period of transformation and growth.

Your new role
I am recruiting for an experienced Solutions Architect who will be a key member of the core team supporting the day-to-day architectural and technical analysis requirements for the programme delivery. They are responsible for producing the required artefacts for current state assessment, gap analysis and development of the target operating model.

They will work closely with the reporting manager and the necessary stakeholders to scope the work, develop and manage the required technical artefacts, and ensure appropriate sign-offs. They will ensure that the proposed solutions meet the overall architectural principles and does not create technical debt. It is worth noting that some of the stakeholder community in this organisation might be resistant to a full architecture framework so it will your job to manage them appropriately in a diplomatic and strategic manor.

What you'll need to succeed

Key accountabilities:

• Owning the technical requirements gathering process end-to-end with key business stakeholders
• Develop a current state assessment and identify gaps with a view to developing future state architecture in line with business requirements/ Target Operating model
• Creating Architecture blueprint documentation Definition of solution architecture design for in scope hardware, modules and functionality including APIs across all transition stages in line with proposed TOM
• Ensure Solution Design meets MaPS standards and confirms to architectural roadmap and does not create technical debt Ensure that all artefacts produced are ratified by the required governance forums

What are we looking for?

You will have consistent experience as a Solution Designer/Architect or a similar role along with experience in large scale transformation projects. A background working for one of the Big Four or any large consultancy will be highly advantageous as there is no architecture capabilities in place at the moment and so you will have to build it from the ground up. A complete understanding of the software delivery life cycle is a necessity along with a background in industry-standard agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban. Experienced in use of industry standard framework such as TOGAF Familiarity with the Atlassian suite including Jira and Confluence Previous experience of managing and communicating with clients.

What you'll get in return
You will be rewarded with a 6 month contract and a possibility of an extension. You will also be given the opportunity to work in one of the most exciting transformation projects in the public sector at moment.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Solutions Architect, TOGAF, Digital, Agile, Software Delivery Lifecycle, Transformation, Blueprint


Your new company
I am recruiting for an arm's length body of a ministerial government department who are going through an exciting period of transformation and growth.

Your new role
I am recruiting for an experienced Solutions Architect who will be a key member of the core team supporting the day-to-day architectural and technical analysis requirements for the programme delivery. They are responsible for producing the required artefacts for current state assessment, gap analysis and development of the target operating model.

They will work closely with the reporting manager and the necessary stakeholders to scope the work, develop and manage the required technical artefacts, and ensure appropriate sign-offs. They will ensure that the proposed solutions meet the overall architectural principles and does not create technical debt. It is worth noting that some of the stakeholder community in this organisation might be resistant to a full architecture framework so it will your job to manage them appropriately in a diplomatic and strategic manor.

What you'll need to succeed

Key accountabilities:

• Owning the technical requirements gathering process end-to-end with key business stakeholders
• Develop a current state assessment and identify gaps with a view to developing future state architecture in line with business requirements/ Target Operating model
• Creating Architecture blueprint documentation Definition of solution architecture design for in scope hardware, modules and functionality including APIs across all transition stages in line with proposed TOM
• Ensure Solution Design meets MaPS standards and confirms to architectural roadmap and does not create technical debt Ensure that all artefacts produced are ratified by the required governance forums

What are we looking for?

You will have consistent experience as a Solution Designer/Architect or a similar role along with experience in large scale transformation projects. A background working for one of the Big Four or any large consultancy will be highly advantageous as there is no architecture capabilities in place at the moment and so you will have to build it from the ground up. A complete understanding of the software delivery life cycle is a necessity along with a background in industry-standard agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban. Experienced in use of industry standard framework such as TOGAF Familiarity with the Atlassian suite including Jira and Confluence Previous experience of managing and communicating with clients.

What you'll get in return
You will be rewarded with a 6 month contract and a possibility of an extension. You will also be given the opportunity to work in one of the most exciting transformation projects in the public sector at moment.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

An opportunity has opened for candidates with experience in Delegate Sales, Sponsorship Sales, Events Sales, Banner Sales to work on a group of market leading and highly respected products.

Joining an experienced sales team, this is a fabulous opportunity to be part of a fast-growing company that provides great career prospects, a fun atmosphere, and the chance to broaden your skill sets. My client host regular team nights out and live by the motto of rewarding hard work with a good time.

These are fabulous opportunities for 4 energetic individuals to join a fun, vibrant and committed team. A years B2B experience in a similar environment is required so the successful candidate can hit the ground running. Working along side the sales manager and selling exhibitions stands, sponsorship packages, and wider commercial opportunities to marketing managers and directors from an array of software companies both at home and abroad, this is a challenging yet rewarding role.

In return the company offer a competitive salary and autonomous environment and the opportunity to be part of an entrepreneurial business whose products dominate the market in which they serve. So if you enjoy building relationships over the phone and face to face, can think of your feet, while being able create urgency with your client, and close at all levels then this role would be perfect for you.

Please only apply if you have the right to live and work in the UK, and speak and write fluent English.

All interviews will take place in London with a start date planned for early/ mid April!!

To discuss further please contact jordan@themediaexchange.com

An opportunity has opened for candidates with experience in Delegate Sales, Sponsorship Sales, Events Sales, Banner Sales to work on a group of market leading and highly respected products.

Joining an experienced sales team, this is a fabulous opportunity to be part of a fast-growing company that provides great career prospects, a fun atmosphere, and the chance to broaden your skill sets. My client host regular team nights out and live by the motto of rewarding hard work with a good time.

These are fabulous opportunities for 4 energetic individuals to join a fun, vibrant and committed team. A years B2B experience in a similar environment is required so the successful candidate can hit the ground running. Working along side the sales manager and selling exhibitions stands, sponsorship packages, and wider commercial opportunities to marketing managers and directors from an array of software companies both at home and abroad, this is a challenging yet rewarding role.

In return the company offer a competitive salary and autonomous environment and the opportunity to be part of an entrepreneurial business whose products dominate the market in which they serve. So if you enjoy building relationships over the phone and face to face, can think of your feet, while being able create urgency with your client, and close at all levels then this role would be perfect for you.

Please only apply if you have the right to live and work in the UK, and speak and write fluent English.

All interviews will take place in London with a start date planned for early/ mid April!!

To discuss further please contact jordan@themediaexchange.com

Mmm, feast your eyes on THIS!

Bit of a foodie? Love exploring premium, new and trendy cafes and restaurants? Is a client facing role right up your street? And are you passionate about connecting and building relationships with restaurants focused on producing GREAT food? Then this is going to be your thing.

Just Eat are not your standard food delivery company, which is a common misconception. We are a food tech company in the FTSE 100 and worth a mega £5.5bn after 16 amazing years. We connect over 19 million customers with over 75,000 restaurants across 12 countries.

Now... we have decided to implement a new business model to diversify and grow even more. To make this happen we need a team of enthusiastic, outgoing Market Activators to expand our network of restaurants to give our customers access to even more great eateries.

Let's TACO a bit more about the role

Your responsibilities as a Market Activator include:

Restaurant Acquisition - pitching and developing your pipeline and sales strategy to bring on the best local restaurants in your city.Pipeline Management - using sales techniques combined with your own creativity and personal flair to continuously grow your pipeline of business opportunities for Just Eat.Restaurant Performance - liaising with Territory Managers as well as restaurant partners to ensure continued growth and success with the platform.Data Analysis - reporting and providing analysis using case studies to demonstrate the trials and successes of the Just Eat platform to restaurant partners .Being the Brand - being an ambassador for Just Eat and their values, ensuring our brand comes to life both in our restaurants and on the street.

How to bring home the bacon! We only want to the best team behind us to help build and grow our company. Do you tick these boxes?

Ambitious - Results driven with a desire to get stuck in from the word go.Team Player - We want strong team players with great interpersonal skillsPassion - You must be a food-lover and have an real desire to provide an amazing service to consumers and restaurant partners.Communication and Personality - Confidence and natural charm are essential! Communicating and building rapport quickly and efficiently is super important.Basic Sales Experience - NOT essential, however any sales experience is a big plus.Interested in how brands grow - You should be able to demonstrate a real interest and awareness of how brands grow, stay youthful and engage with the world.A rough diamond - you don't need to be the finished product; raw talent is the best kind and we want people who are hungry to refine and develop their skills! This role will involve a lot of learning and development but requires you to be switched on and fully engaged so that all parties get the most out of it.Full UK Driving Licence - this is MUST.

Room for dessert…

If working for one of Europe's favourite online food order and delivery services isn't enough, you also get:

Basic salary of £24,000 per annum (pro-rata)Uncapped commission with an OTE of £500 per month.Brand new car for you to use both on and off the job!Brand new phone and iPadIntensive training in Just Eat's incredible London offices (we'll put you up in a hotel for the week).Part of an amazing sales team - you will be continuously supported and coached by an extensive network of Territory Managers and Just Eat Sales Legends across the country.Does this hit the spot? Make sure you send an application ASAP as these positions won't be around for long.

Mmm, feast your eyes on THIS!

Bit of a foodie? Love exploring premium, new and trendy cafes and restaurants? Is a client facing role right up your street? And are you passionate about connecting and building relationships with restaurants focused on producing GREAT food? Then this is going to be your thing.

Just Eat are not your standard food delivery company, which is a common misconception. We are a food tech company in the FTSE 100 and worth a mega £5.5bn after 16 amazing years. We connect over 19 million customers with over 75,000 restaurants across 12 countries.

Now... we have decided to implement a new business model to diversify and grow even more. To make this happen we need a team of enthusiastic, outgoing Market Activators to expand our network of restaurants to give our customers access to even more great eateries.

Let's TACO a bit more about the role

Your responsibilities as a Market Activator include:

Restaurant Acquisition - pitching and developing your pipeline and sales strategy to bring on the best local restaurants in your city.Pipeline Management - using sales techniques combined with your own creativity and personal flair to continuously grow your pipeline of business opportunities for Just Eat.Restaurant Performance - liaising with Territory Managers as well as restaurant partners to ensure continued growth and success with the platform.Data Analysis - reporting and providing analysis using case studies to demonstrate the trials and successes of the Just Eat platform to restaurant partners .Being the Brand - being an ambassador for Just Eat and their values, ensuring our brand comes to life both in our restaurants and on the street.

How to bring home the bacon! We only want to the best team behind us to help build and grow our company. Do you tick these boxes?

Ambitious - Results driven with a desire to get stuck in from the word go.Team Player - We want strong team players with great interpersonal skillsPassion - You must be a food-lover and have an real desire to provide an amazing service to consumers and restaurant partners.Communication and Personality - Confidence and natural charm are essential! Communicating and building rapport quickly and efficiently is super important.Basic Sales Experience - NOT essential, however any sales experience is a big plus.Interested in how brands grow - You should be able to demonstrate a real interest and awareness of how brands grow, stay youthful and engage with the world.A rough diamond - you don't need to be the finished product; raw talent is the best kind and we want people who are hungry to refine and develop their skills! This role will involve a lot of learning and development but requires you to be switched on and fully engaged so that all parties get the most out of it.Full UK Driving Licence - this is MUST.

Room for dessert…

If working for one of Europe's favourite online food order and delivery services isn't enough, you also get:

Basic salary of £24,000 per annum (pro-rata)Uncapped commission with an OTE of £500 per month.Brand new car for you to use both on and off the job!Brand new phone and iPadIntensive training in Just Eat's incredible London offices (we'll put you up in a hotel for the week).Part of an amazing sales team - you will be continuously supported and coached by an extensive network of Territory Managers and Just Eat Sales Legends across the country.Does this hit the spot? Make sure you send an application ASAP as these positions won't be around for long.

Salary: Actual Salary: £22,178 pa - £23,392 pa (Depending on experience)

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week – term time only

Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Attendance and Admissions Officer to join the administration team. Featherstone High is a friendly school that values teamwork and high achievement in all areas of our work with young people.

Employee benefits:

• Excellent CPD programme and free access on online Microsoft certified training.
• Access to www.teacherperks.co.uk for all employees to exclusive benefits and big discounts from some of the UK's biggest brands.
• Generous Local Government Pension.
• Onsite gym membership with 50% off at £15 per month.
• Contribution towards eye tests and VDU prescription glasses.
• Exclusive access to Costco membership.
• We also offer Cycle to Work scheme, free counselling, free onsite secure parking and occupational health service.

The main duties will include:

• Maintain accurate student attendance and lateness records on the SIMS.Net Attendance Module daily.
• Follow up student absences and lateness on a daily basis with guidance from relevant colleagues, making appropriate referrals.
• To be key person responsible for pupil admissions in accordance with the school admissions policy
• Manage the procedures relating to pupil transfers in accordance with school policy.

Experience needed:

• Integral administrative and ICT skills (MS Office),
• Excellent interpersonal skills including a 'Can-do' attitude
• Be able to work as team, yet use your own initiative
• Be resilient, flexible and demonstrate an ability to work in a busy environment
• SIMS experience (particularly the attendance module) gained from working in a school, voluntarily or paid, as well as experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel.

We value our staff and actively support their professional development. We are one of very few schools to achieve the Platinum Award for CPD - a reflection of the importance we attach to supporting the professional development of colleagues. We have recently been awarded the Well-being Award for Schools, where our support for staff and students well-being was highlighted as a strength.

All applicants are welcome to visit the school, application forms and further details are available from the School’s website via the button below or contact Mrs Anita Ral, Senior HR Advisor on 0208 843 0984 ext. 292 for an application pack. Electronic application forms are compulsory. Please ensure you address the person specification in detail. CVs are not accepted. Please email your completed application form.

Closing date: Wednesday 18th March 2020, midday, however we reserve the right to close the advert early if we appoint sooner.

Interviews to be held: w/c 23rd March 2020

Salary: Actual Salary: £22,178 pa - £23,392 pa (Depending on experience)

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week – term time only

Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Attendance and Admissions Officer to join the administration team. Featherstone High is a friendly school that values teamwork and high achievement in all areas of our work with young people.

Employee benefits:

• Excellent CPD programme and free access on online Microsoft certified training.
• Access to www.teacherperks.co.uk for all employees to exclusive benefits and big discounts from some of the UK's biggest brands.
• Generous Local Government Pension.
• Onsite gym membership with 50% off at £15 per month.
• Contribution towards eye tests and VDU prescription glasses.
• Exclusive access to Costco membership.
• We also offer Cycle to Work scheme, free counselling, free onsite secure parking and occupational health service.

The main duties will include:

• Maintain accurate student attendance and lateness records on the SIMS.Net Attendance Module daily.
• Follow up student absences and lateness on a daily basis with guidance from relevant colleagues, making appropriate referrals.
• To be key person responsible for pupil admissions in accordance with the school admissions policy
• Manage the procedures relating to pupil transfers in accordance with school policy.

Experience needed:

• Integral administrative and ICT skills (MS Office),
• Excellent interpersonal skills including a 'Can-do' attitude
• Be able to work as team, yet use your own initiative
• Be resilient, flexible and demonstrate an ability to work in a busy environment
• SIMS experience (particularly the attendance module) gained from working in a school, voluntarily or paid, as well as experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel.

We value our staff and actively support their professional development. We are one of very few schools to achieve the Platinum Award for CPD - a reflection of the importance we attach to supporting the professional development of colleagues. We have recently been awarded the Well-being Award for Schools, where our support for staff and students well-being was highlighted as a strength.

All applicants are welcome to visit the school, application forms and further details are available from the School’s website via the button below or contact Mrs Anita Ral, Senior HR Advisor on 0208 843 0984 ext. 292 for an application pack. Electronic application forms are compulsory. Please ensure you address the person specification in detail. CVs are not accepted. Please email your completed application form.

Closing date: Wednesday 18th March 2020, midday, however we reserve the right to close the advert early if we appoint sooner.

Interviews to be held: w/c 23rd March 2020

We’re working with one of the UK’s fastest growing technology consulting firms, whose clients include leading fintech and proptech businesses amongst others. The firm has doubled in size over the past year and is gearing up for a rapid period of growth, and as such they are looking to hire 2 exceptional Business Analysts that can support their in-house Operations function.

These positions will be vital to ensuring that the firm experiences rapid yet sustainable growth, and is a clear route to become a leading Operations Executive in what is sure to be one of Europe’s leading technology consulting firms in the years to come.

You’ll be responsible for a range of initiatives, from C-level reporting on utilisation and productivity, to creating collateral to support sales teams and boost strategic initiatives.

What we’re looking for:

• 1-3 years’ experience in a professional environment with demonstrable experience in working with SAAS, Operations or project management
• Excellent data/quantitative analysis skills – you’ll have great Excel skills and are keen to pick up new skills in analytics
• A keen problem-solver and someone that enjoys re-engineering and simplifying processes
• Someone keen to play a hands-on role in growing a business

We’re working with one of the UK’s fastest growing technology consulting firms, whose clients include leading fintech and proptech businesses amongst others. The firm has doubled in size over the past year and is gearing up for a rapid period of growth, and as such they are looking to hire 2 exceptional Business Analysts that can support their in-house Operations function.

These positions will be vital to ensuring that the firm experiences rapid yet sustainable growth, and is a clear route to become a leading Operations Executive in what is sure to be one of Europe’s leading technology consulting firms in the years to come.

You’ll be responsible for a range of initiatives, from C-level reporting on utilisation and productivity, to creating collateral to support sales teams and boost strategic initiatives.

What we’re looking for:

• 1-3 years’ experience in a professional environment with demonstrable experience in working with SAAS, Operations or project management
• Excellent data/quantitative analysis skills – you’ll have great Excel skills and are keen to pick up new skills in analytics
• A keen problem-solver and someone that enjoys re-engineering and simplifying processes
• Someone keen to play a hands-on role in growing a business