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Enterprise Data Architect
  • Nottingham
  • £52,560 to £62,727 - please see advert
    • Permanent
  • 05 Mar 2020

Location: Kings Meadow Campus

Salary: £52,560 to £62,727 per annum (pro-rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.

Are you an ambitious Data or Information expert looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to move in to a Data Architect role? The University of Nottingham is looking for a talented data specialist who can help drive the power of data across our complex organisation.

The role

To enable our ambitious strategy, we are seeking to use and develop our data assets more effectively to enhance teaching, research and the student experience. If you are a talented Data specialist who has a passion for data and understands the value it can bring an organisation then this will be a great opportunity for you to step in to an Enterprise level Data Architect role.

Your Responsibilities

As a member of an established team and reporting directly to the Director of Technology, you will work across our IT, Professional Services, Academic and Research departments to define data and information management strategies, road-maps and enterprise solutions that will improve data management, quality, reporting and analytics capability in their respective business areas.

As an ambassador of change, you will have a continuous improvement ethos, and will seek to work with the wider university and Information Services to develop solutions that are fit for purpose and will enable innovation.

Core Skills

  • Ideally experience in developing Enterprise level Data solutions and architecture within a large complex technology and user environment 
  • Experience in developing Data Strategy, platform patterns, standards, models and their governance processes
  • Exposure to Hybrid and Cloud Data Platforms (Azure) and understanding of data access and analytical approaches
  • Strong stakeholder management with the ability to communicate and influence a broad range of IT and Non IT stakeholders
  • An awareness of current and emerging technologies and services

Communication

  • You will be self-motivated, adaptive and able to engage, challenge and influence others
  • A track record of developing and maintaining collaborative working relationships across IT and the wider institution
  • An ability to explain technical issues to non-specialists, and to write clear technical reports and other formal documentation for solution deployments and evaluations is essential

This role is available on a permanent contract. Hours of work are full-time (36.25 hours); however applications are also welcome from candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 29 hours per week). Please specify in your application if you wish to work part time and the number of preferred hours. Job share arrangements may be considered.

As an employer of choice, University of Nottingham offers an extensive benefits package including:

  • A competitive salary package of £52,560 - £62,727 depending on experience
  • 30 days leave up to 5 closure days plus bank holidays
  • Excellent average salary pension scheme
  • An extensive training and development plan for this role

The closing date for this vacancy is Tuesday 17th March 2020 with interviews due to take place on Thursday 27th March. This vacancy is being exclusively managed by Hays - for more information please contact Amanda Whicher 020 7259 8746.

Enterprise Data Architect
  • Nottingham
  • £52,560 to £62,727 - please see advert
    • Permanent
  • 05 Mar 2020

Location: Kings Meadow Campus

Salary: £52,560 to £62,727 per annum (pro-rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.

Are you an ambitious Data or Information expert looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to move in to a Data Architect role? The University of Nottingham is looking for a talented data specialist who can help drive the power of data across our complex organisation.

The role

To enable our ambitious strategy, we are seeking to use and develop our data assets more effectively to enhance teaching, research and the student experience. If you are a talented Data specialist who has a passion for data and understands the value it can bring an organisation then this will be a great opportunity for you to step in to an Enterprise level Data Architect role.

Your Responsibilities

As a member of an established team and reporting directly to the Director of Technology, you will work across our IT, Professional Services, Academic and Research departments to define data and information management strategies, road-maps and enterprise solutions that will improve data management, quality, reporting and analytics capability in their respective business areas.

As an ambassador of change, you will have a continuous improvement ethos, and will seek to work with the wider university and Information Services to develop solutions that are fit for purpose and will enable innovation.

Core Skills

  • Ideally experience in developing Enterprise level Data solutions and architecture within a large complex technology and user environment 
  • Experience in developing Data Strategy, platform patterns, standards, models and their governance processes
  • Exposure to Hybrid and Cloud Data Platforms (Azure) and understanding of data access and analytical approaches
  • Strong stakeholder management with the ability to communicate and influence a broad range of IT and Non IT stakeholders
  • An awareness of current and emerging technologies and services

Communication

  • You will be self-motivated, adaptive and able to engage, challenge and influence others
  • A track record of developing and maintaining collaborative working relationships across IT and the wider institution
  • An ability to explain technical issues to non-specialists, and to write clear technical reports and other formal documentation for solution deployments and evaluations is essential

This role is available on a permanent contract. Hours of work are full-time (36.25 hours); however applications are also welcome from candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 29 hours per week). Please specify in your application if you wish to work part time and the number of preferred hours. Job share arrangements may be considered.

As an employer of choice, University of Nottingham offers an extensive benefits package including:

  • A competitive salary package of £52,560 - £62,727 depending on experience
  • 30 days leave up to 5 closure days plus bank holidays
  • Excellent average salary pension scheme
  • An extensive training and development plan for this role

The closing date for this vacancy is Tuesday 17th March 2020 with interviews due to take place on Thursday 27th March. This vacancy is being exclusively managed by Hays - for more information please contact Amanda Whicher 020 7259 8746.

Reward Partner - Barclays UK
  • London
    • Permanent
  • 05 Mar 2020

Barclays Overview

Barclays is a British universal bank. We are diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Our businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by our service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we are opposed to discrimination on any grounds.


Dynamic working gives everyone at Barclays the opportunity to integrate professional and personal lives, if you have a need for flexibility then please discuss this with the hiring manager.


About Human Resources

Barclays employs around 85,000 colleagues. From recruitment to retention, skills development to talent management, the Human Resources (HR) function supports them all. Our work takes place at two levels:

We collaborate with business leaders to deliver HR solutions and services for business areas, functions and regions

We also lead the design and deployment of the overall HR policy and governance framework for the whole organisation.

About Reward and Performance
The role of the Reward and Performance function is to provide support to the business in a consultative capacity, to understand the business issues, develop reward strategies and provide analytics to support business objectives whilst ensuring alignment with reward governance, controls and firm wide values.

Reward and Performance provides services and advice to the business covering all aspects of reward and performance, including performance management processes, managing benefits, performance systems and keeping track of the outside world through benchmarking our pay and benefits against the market.

Dynamic working gives everyone at Barclays the opportunity to integrate professional and personal lives, if you have a need for flexibility then please discuss this with the hiring manager.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we are opposed to discrimination on any grounds.

Overall purpose of role

·Manage the pay agenda for senior executives within the business area.

·Work in partnership with the Head of Compensation Delivery to ensure compensation processes meet the needs of the business area.

·Work in partnership with the Head of Compensation Analytics to define analytical requirements for the business unit.

Key Accountabilities

·Supporting the Head of Compensation and HRD for their business area with strategic reward support and advice across the business area, and directly partnering relevant HR and business stakeholders.

·Supporting the design of and leading the implementation of an appropriate Reward strategy for the business area in line with overall business HR strategy/people plans and group wide Reward strategy and governance requirements.

·Managing the pay agenda for senior executives within the business unit, including advising on all hires and terminations

·Support Head of Compensation in the preparation and execution of BUK Remuneration Committee requirements.

·Managing the compensation aspects of strategic business issues (e.g. acquisitions, retention programmes, change/restructuring activity etc)

·Partnering with Head of Compensation Delivery to ensure that all core compensation processes are designed and delivered in a way that meets the needs of the business unit

·Partnering with Head of Compensation Analytics to define analytical requirements for the business unit in order to be able to provide data-led insight to HRD/business leads on compensation matters – e.g. discretionary compensation allocation

Stakeholder Management and Leadership

·Create and maintain culture in which trust and mutual respect are valued, challenging people and systems that do not support this. Convey ideas in a confident manner to achieve results and obtain buy-in while embracing alternative points of view.

·Working closely with key Reward stakeholders to ensure needs of business unit are met.

Decision-making and Problem Solving

·Strong understanding of all technical elements of compensation.

·Demonstrated experience in either in-house or consultancy roles advising clients on Reward matters.

Risk and Control Objective

Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework and internal Barclays Policies and Policy Standards.

Person Specification

·Strong understanding of all technical elements of compensation and benefits including market practices in relevant industry.

·Commercial acumen including a deep understanding of the financial services environment and key trends/challenges faced at a business level.

·Deep business-specific expertise including understanding of the structure, strategy, financial performance and core operations of the relevant business unit and an awareness of the market positioning and competitors/challenges faced.

·Demonstrated experience in either in-house or consultancy roles advising clients on Reward matters.

·Proven relationship management ability working in complex, matrixed organisations .

·Strong understanding of the financial services regulatory environment.

·Experience of engaging with and influencing key stakeholders at executive management level.

·Ability to operate in a matrixed environment and deliver results through virtual teams and collaboration.

Essential Skills/Basic Qualifications:

·Strong understanding and experience of all elements of compensation and benefits in relevant industry.

·Strong understanding of the financial services regulatory environment.

·Deep understanding of the financial services environment and key trends/challenges faced at a business level.

Purpose and Values

Barclays has a single cross-business Purpose for Barclays and five core Values which underpin it.

Our Purpose is to create opportunities for people to rise- customers, clients, colleagues and society. Put simply this is the answer to the question ‘What is Barclays for?’ and it should guide our every action as employees.

Respect

We respect and value those we work with, and the contribution that they make.

Integrity

We act fairly, ethically and openly in all we do.

Service

We put our clients and customers at the centre of what we do.

Excellence

We use our energy, skills and resources to deliver the best, sustainable results.

Stewardship

We are passionate about leaving things better than we found them.


Reward Partner - Barclays UK
  • London
    • Permanent
  • 05 Mar 2020

Barclays Overview

Barclays is a British universal bank. We are diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Our businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by our service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we are opposed to discrimination on any grounds.


Dynamic working gives everyone at Barclays the opportunity to integrate professional and personal lives, if you have a need for flexibility then please discuss this with the hiring manager.


About Human Resources

Barclays employs around 85,000 colleagues. From recruitment to retention, skills development to talent management, the Human Resources (HR) function supports them all. Our work takes place at two levels:

We collaborate with business leaders to deliver HR solutions and services for business areas, functions and regions

We also lead the design and deployment of the overall HR policy and governance framework for the whole organisation.

About Reward and Performance
The role of the Reward and Performance function is to provide support to the business in a consultative capacity, to understand the business issues, develop reward strategies and provide analytics to support business objectives whilst ensuring alignment with reward governance, controls and firm wide values.

Reward and Performance provides services and advice to the business covering all aspects of reward and performance, including performance management processes, managing benefits, performance systems and keeping track of the outside world through benchmarking our pay and benefits against the market.

Dynamic working gives everyone at Barclays the opportunity to integrate professional and personal lives, if you have a need for flexibility then please discuss this with the hiring manager.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we are opposed to discrimination on any grounds.

Overall purpose of role

·Manage the pay agenda for senior executives within the business area.

·Work in partnership with the Head of Compensation Delivery to ensure compensation processes meet the needs of the business area.

·Work in partnership with the Head of Compensation Analytics to define analytical requirements for the business unit.

Key Accountabilities

·Supporting the Head of Compensation and HRD for their business area with strategic reward support and advice across the business area, and directly partnering relevant HR and business stakeholders.

·Supporting the design of and leading the implementation of an appropriate Reward strategy for the business area in line with overall business HR strategy/people plans and group wide Reward strategy and governance requirements.

·Managing the pay agenda for senior executives within the business unit, including advising on all hires and terminations

·Support Head of Compensation in the preparation and execution of BUK Remuneration Committee requirements.

·Managing the compensation aspects of strategic business issues (e.g. acquisitions, retention programmes, change/restructuring activity etc)

·Partnering with Head of Compensation Delivery to ensure that all core compensation processes are designed and delivered in a way that meets the needs of the business unit

·Partnering with Head of Compensation Analytics to define analytical requirements for the business unit in order to be able to provide data-led insight to HRD/business leads on compensation matters – e.g. discretionary compensation allocation

Stakeholder Management and Leadership

·Create and maintain culture in which trust and mutual respect are valued, challenging people and systems that do not support this. Convey ideas in a confident manner to achieve results and obtain buy-in while embracing alternative points of view.

·Working closely with key Reward stakeholders to ensure needs of business unit are met.

Decision-making and Problem Solving

·Strong understanding of all technical elements of compensation.

·Demonstrated experience in either in-house or consultancy roles advising clients on Reward matters.

Risk and Control Objective

Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework and internal Barclays Policies and Policy Standards.

Person Specification

·Strong understanding of all technical elements of compensation and benefits including market practices in relevant industry.

·Commercial acumen including a deep understanding of the financial services environment and key trends/challenges faced at a business level.

·Deep business-specific expertise including understanding of the structure, strategy, financial performance and core operations of the relevant business unit and an awareness of the market positioning and competitors/challenges faced.

·Demonstrated experience in either in-house or consultancy roles advising clients on Reward matters.

·Proven relationship management ability working in complex, matrixed organisations .

·Strong understanding of the financial services regulatory environment.

·Experience of engaging with and influencing key stakeholders at executive management level.

·Ability to operate in a matrixed environment and deliver results through virtual teams and collaboration.

Essential Skills/Basic Qualifications:

·Strong understanding and experience of all elements of compensation and benefits in relevant industry.

·Strong understanding of the financial services regulatory environment.

·Deep understanding of the financial services environment and key trends/challenges faced at a business level.

Purpose and Values

Barclays has a single cross-business Purpose for Barclays and five core Values which underpin it.

Our Purpose is to create opportunities for people to rise- customers, clients, colleagues and society. Put simply this is the answer to the question ‘What is Barclays for?’ and it should guide our every action as employees.

Respect

We respect and value those we work with, and the contribution that they make.

Integrity

We act fairly, ethically and openly in all we do.

Service

We put our clients and customers at the centre of what we do.

Excellence

We use our energy, skills and resources to deliver the best, sustainable results.

Stewardship

We are passionate about leaving things better than we found them.


KYC Review Support Team Manager
  • Northampton
    • Permanent
  • 05 Mar 2020

Know Your Client (KYC) - Review Support Team Leader 
Northampton


We’re looking for a strong leader to fill the role of Know our Client (KNC) - Review Support Team Leader. As well as managing and developing Review Centre Support Assistants on their caseloads, you will act as SME who drives continuous improvements and Change. Your role will be pivotal in enabling business quality management assurance to Business Banking Standards as well as informing your stakeholders on case progress, process exceptions, regulatory breaches and client satisfaction.

What will you be doing?

• Providing exceptional leadership to a team of KYC Review Central Support Assistants by supporting and challenging them to ensure they complete a challenging caseload
• Developing, managing and implementing locally or nationally driven change; planning and scheduling activity and coaching the team to spot improvement opportunities
• Meeting our regulatory and policy obligations surrounding KYC through full compliance with Risk policies relating to governance, regulatory compliance and legal risk
• You will undertake key sample controls, checks and innovating to improve processes and efficiency 
• Demonstrating extensive subject matter expert knowledge around KYC and KYC risk acceptance procedures and act as a primary point of contact for queries and support 
• Supporting and delivering exceptional business performance across a range of operational and rigour metrics ensuring our business retains its ‘License to Trade’
• Creating a high performance ‘go-to’ environment demonstrating flexibility and consistency for colleagues to progress and enhance their careers with Barclays
• You will coordinate and manage succession planning, recruitment and selection of staff within the team

What we’re looking for:

• Previous leadership experience and an ability to build and maintain a high performing team delivering results via empowering and motivating others
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills for both internal and external networks
• Experience in implementing, managing and communicating change
• Analysis and interpretation of data, the fundamentals of how businesses operate, people management / situational leadership

Skills that will help you in the role:

• Subject matter expert in Know Your Customer (KYC) domain would be an advantage
• Experience in performance management, measurement and capability
• Strong knowledge of Business Banking and role of segments within 
• Previous experience working with and interpreting compliance, risk and operational procedure

Where will you be working?

Northampton Pavillion Drive -Northampton was the birthplace of Barclaycard in 1966 and we've been based in Pavilion Drive since the building opened in 1997. This state-of-the art energy efficient building holds up to 2,500 staff. The office location is perfect for travel from the midlands and London alike as we are based just off the A45, it is easily accessible by both car and bus routes.

Interested and want to know more about Barclays? Visit home.barclays/who-we-are/ for more details. 

Dynamic working gives everyone at Barclays the opportunity to integrate professional and personal lives. If you have a need for flexibility then please discuss this with the Hiring Manager.

About Barclays

Barclays is a British universal bank. We are diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Our businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by our service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group.

Our Values 

Everything we do is shaped by the five values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship. Our values inform the foundations of our relationships with customers and clients, but they also shape how we measure and reward the performance of our colleagues. Simply put, success is not just about what you achieve, but about how you achieve it.

Our Diversity

We aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to our vision and goals.

Our Benefits

Our customers are unique. The same goes for our colleagues. That's why at Barclays we offer a range of benefits, allowing every colleague to choose the best options for their personal circumstances. These include a competitive salary and pension, health care and all the tools, technology and support to help you become the very best you can be. We are proud of our dynamic working options for colleagues. Where appropriate, and for UK based roles, we will consider requests that the role be based at alternative Barclays’ key UK location from that advertised.

We will consider applications from job share applicants 

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KYC Review Support Team Manager
  • Northampton
    • Permanent
  • 05 Mar 2020

Know Your Client (KYC) - Review Support Team Leader 
Northampton


We’re looking for a strong leader to fill the role of Know our Client (KNC) - Review Support Team Leader. As well as managing and developing Review Centre Support Assistants on their caseloads, you will act as SME who drives continuous improvements and Change. Your role will be pivotal in enabling business quality management assurance to Business Banking Standards as well as informing your stakeholders on case progress, process exceptions, regulatory breaches and client satisfaction.

What will you be doing?

• Providing exceptional leadership to a team of KYC Review Central Support Assistants by supporting and challenging them to ensure they complete a challenging caseload
• Developing, managing and implementing locally or nationally driven change; planning and scheduling activity and coaching the team to spot improvement opportunities
• Meeting our regulatory and policy obligations surrounding KYC through full compliance with Risk policies relating to governance, regulatory compliance and legal risk
• You will undertake key sample controls, checks and innovating to improve processes and efficiency 
• Demonstrating extensive subject matter expert knowledge around KYC and KYC risk acceptance procedures and act as a primary point of contact for queries and support 
• Supporting and delivering exceptional business performance across a range of operational and rigour metrics ensuring our business retains its ‘License to Trade’
• Creating a high performance ‘go-to’ environment demonstrating flexibility and consistency for colleagues to progress and enhance their careers with Barclays
• You will coordinate and manage succession planning, recruitment and selection of staff within the team

What we’re looking for:

• Previous leadership experience and an ability to build and maintain a high performing team delivering results via empowering and motivating others
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills for both internal and external networks
• Experience in implementing, managing and communicating change
• Analysis and interpretation of data, the fundamentals of how businesses operate, people management / situational leadership

Skills that will help you in the role:

• Subject matter expert in Know Your Customer (KYC) domain would be an advantage
• Experience in performance management, measurement and capability
• Strong knowledge of Business Banking and role of segments within 
• Previous experience working with and interpreting compliance, risk and operational procedure

Where will you be working?

Northampton Pavillion Drive -Northampton was the birthplace of Barclaycard in 1966 and we've been based in Pavilion Drive since the building opened in 1997. This state-of-the art energy efficient building holds up to 2,500 staff. The office location is perfect for travel from the midlands and London alike as we are based just off the A45, it is easily accessible by both car and bus routes.

Interested and want to know more about Barclays? Visit home.barclays/who-we-are/ for more details. 

Dynamic working gives everyone at Barclays the opportunity to integrate professional and personal lives. If you have a need for flexibility then please discuss this with the Hiring Manager.

About Barclays

Barclays is a British universal bank. We are diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Our businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by our service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group.

Our Values 

Everything we do is shaped by the five values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship. Our values inform the foundations of our relationships with customers and clients, but they also shape how we measure and reward the performance of our colleagues. Simply put, success is not just about what you achieve, but about how you achieve it.

Our Diversity

We aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to our vision and goals.

Our Benefits

Our customers are unique. The same goes for our colleagues. That's why at Barclays we offer a range of benefits, allowing every colleague to choose the best options for their personal circumstances. These include a competitive salary and pension, health care and all the tools, technology and support to help you become the very best you can be. We are proud of our dynamic working options for colleagues. Where appropriate, and for UK based roles, we will consider requests that the role be based at alternative Barclays’ key UK location from that advertised.

We will consider applications from job share applicants 

#LI-KK2

Chief Information Officer (CIO)
  • Luton
  • Competitive plus benefits.
    • Permanent
  • 05 Mar 2020

The University's mission is to provide a transformational educational experience to all our students.  We do this by creating a vibrant multi-cultural learning community enabling people to transform their lives by participating in excellent, innovative education, scholarship and research.  We have some c20,000 students globally and around c1,500 members of staff in the UK. The University has campuses at Luton, Bedford, Milton Keynes and Aylesbury as well as partnership provision in London and Birmingham.  There are also key international relationships world-wide.

Reporting to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Resources) the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that we have a modern IT infrastructure strategy which safeguards our information.  The successful candidate will have responsibility for driving improvement in student and staff experience through expert and creative use of technology.  It requires a highly competent leader, able to engage with students and staff within the University, as well as external networks and stakeholders.

Educated to degree level, you will have a proven track record of delivering transformational change and leading the way in setting the direction of the ICT function.

Strong on customer service, automation of processes, operational leadership, 

cybersecurity, and with a passion for information technology, you will bring extensive knowledge of world-class technology standards.   

Exceptional communication and negotiation skills are essential as you will be required to work successfully with internal departments and faculties, consultants, statutory bodies and other stakeholders as well as providing clear direction to your team.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here.

Interviews will be held at our Luton Campus on Monday 4th May 2020. 

To arrange an informal conversation about the role, please contact Rich Abslom, HR Manager, on 01582 489773 or rich.abslom@beds.ac.uk. 

The University is committed to equality of opportunity and values the diversity of all its workforce and student population.

To apply:

Please log on to our website www.beds.ac.uk/jobs and complete the online application.
 
Please quote reference number and job title. Please note CVs will only be accepted in addition to a fully completed application form.

All applications must be received by midnight on the closing date. Applications will not be accepted after this deadline.

Chief Information Officer (CIO)
  • Luton
  • Competitive plus benefits.
    • Permanent
  • 05 Mar 2020

The University's mission is to provide a transformational educational experience to all our students.  We do this by creating a vibrant multi-cultural learning community enabling people to transform their lives by participating in excellent, innovative education, scholarship and research.  We have some c20,000 students globally and around c1,500 members of staff in the UK. The University has campuses at Luton, Bedford, Milton Keynes and Aylesbury as well as partnership provision in London and Birmingham.  There are also key international relationships world-wide.

Reporting to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Resources) the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that we have a modern IT infrastructure strategy which safeguards our information.  The successful candidate will have responsibility for driving improvement in student and staff experience through expert and creative use of technology.  It requires a highly competent leader, able to engage with students and staff within the University, as well as external networks and stakeholders.

Educated to degree level, you will have a proven track record of delivering transformational change and leading the way in setting the direction of the ICT function.

Strong on customer service, automation of processes, operational leadership, 

cybersecurity, and with a passion for information technology, you will bring extensive knowledge of world-class technology standards.   

Exceptional communication and negotiation skills are essential as you will be required to work successfully with internal departments and faculties, consultants, statutory bodies and other stakeholders as well as providing clear direction to your team.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here.

Interviews will be held at our Luton Campus on Monday 4th May 2020. 

To arrange an informal conversation about the role, please contact Rich Abslom, HR Manager, on 01582 489773 or rich.abslom@beds.ac.uk. 

The University is committed to equality of opportunity and values the diversity of all its workforce and student population.

To apply:

Please log on to our website www.beds.ac.uk/jobs and complete the online application.
 
Please quote reference number and job title. Please note CVs will only be accepted in addition to a fully completed application form.

All applications must be received by midnight on the closing date. Applications will not be accepted after this deadline.

Test Lead| Controls Technology
  • Glasgow
    • Permanent
  • 05 Mar 2020

Job Title: Senior Automation Tester
Location: Glasgow


Barclays are hiring a talented driven individual within Risk, Finance and Treasury for a Senior Automation Tester working hands on with Java.

You will work on high profile projects and develop your skill sets working with the latest technologies.

If this looks of interest, please read on!


What will you be doing?

•This role is to lead a small team of test analysts and be responsible for their end to end testing work relating to the implementation of the new application
•Owning the test plan and allocating scripts appropriately across the team
•Scheduling review sessions between UAT, Development and testing teams
•Responsible for planning and owning the Unit, SIT and Regression testing cycles throughout the delivery schedule
•Ensures systematic problem solving, where options are evaluated and decisions align with the values
•Adapts to changing requirements, re-prioritising and changing course as necessary, supporting their team in making any necessary changes
•Ensures the team’s decisions are made with consideration of the short and long-term impact on key stakeholders.
•Communication to key stakeholders/groups to keep them informed of key changes and potential impact of the release outcome, through face to face demos and key stakeholder meetings 


What we’re looking for:

•Test Execution E2E
•Hands on Java experience
•Automation experience E.g. Selenium, Gherkin, Cucumber
•Testing Skills including Test Automation skills
Ability to effectively test Enterprise web application including associated batch processes


Skills that will help you in the role:

•Past experience with custom build applications
•Experience and/or knowledge of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) delivery methodology
•Experience of the Barclays Agile Change Lifecycle (BACL) delivery methodology;
•Knowledge of Barclays and its internal structures.


Where will you be working?

Barclays Scotland is a real Scottish success story. We’ve been in Scotland for 250 years, and our significance has never been as important as it is today. Glasgow is a recognised strategic hub within Barclays globally, and admired as a shining light in Scottish business. Due to the scale of work we do here, there are countless opportunities for our colleagues to develop and progress. We’re a place where talented people can build a satisfying and diverse career, within a community of talented and passionate people.

Interested and want to know more about Barclays? Visit home.barclays/who-we-are/ for more details. 


Our Values 

Our purpose is creating opportunities to rise. We support sustainable and inclusive growth by connecting the ideas, innovations and aspirations of our customers and clients to the capital that can bring them to life. For over 325 years we have funded progress, and today we remain committed to helping make our world more sustainable, more inclusive and more connected.
Our values underpin everything we do: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship. 


Our Diversity

We aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to our vision and goals.


Our Benefits

Our customers are unique. The same goes for our colleagues. That's why at Barclays we offer a range of benefits, allowing every colleague to choose the best options for their personal circumstances. These include a competitive salary and pension, health care and all the tools, technology and support to help you become the very best you can be. We are proud of our dynamic working options for colleagues. If you have a need for flexibility then please discuss this with us.

Test Lead| Controls Technology
  • Glasgow
    • Permanent
  • 05 Mar 2020

Job Title: Senior Automation Tester
Location: Glasgow


Barclays are hiring a talented driven individual within Risk, Finance and Treasury for a Senior Automation Tester working hands on with Java.

You will work on high profile projects and develop your skill sets working with the latest technologies.

If this looks of interest, please read on!


What will you be doing?

•This role is to lead a small team of test analysts and be responsible for their end to end testing work relating to the implementation of the new application
•Owning the test plan and allocating scripts appropriately across the team
•Scheduling review sessions between UAT, Development and testing teams
•Responsible for planning and owning the Unit, SIT and Regression testing cycles throughout the delivery schedule
•Ensures systematic problem solving, where options are evaluated and decisions align with the values
•Adapts to changing requirements, re-prioritising and changing course as necessary, supporting their team in making any necessary changes
•Ensures the team’s decisions are made with consideration of the short and long-term impact on key stakeholders.
•Communication to key stakeholders/groups to keep them informed of key changes and potential impact of the release outcome, through face to face demos and key stakeholder meetings 


What we’re looking for:

•Test Execution E2E
•Hands on Java experience
•Automation experience E.g. Selenium, Gherkin, Cucumber
•Testing Skills including Test Automation skills
Ability to effectively test Enterprise web application including associated batch processes


Skills that will help you in the role:

•Past experience with custom build applications
•Experience and/or knowledge of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) delivery methodology
•Experience of the Barclays Agile Change Lifecycle (BACL) delivery methodology;
•Knowledge of Barclays and its internal structures.


Where will you be working?

Barclays Scotland is a real Scottish success story. We’ve been in Scotland for 250 years, and our significance has never been as important as it is today. Glasgow is a recognised strategic hub within Barclays globally, and admired as a shining light in Scottish business. Due to the scale of work we do here, there are countless opportunities for our colleagues to develop and progress. We’re a place where talented people can build a satisfying and diverse career, within a community of talented and passionate people.

Interested and want to know more about Barclays? Visit home.barclays/who-we-are/ for more details. 


Our Values 

Our purpose is creating opportunities to rise. We support sustainable and inclusive growth by connecting the ideas, innovations and aspirations of our customers and clients to the capital that can bring them to life. For over 325 years we have funded progress, and today we remain committed to helping make our world more sustainable, more inclusive and more connected.
Our values underpin everything we do: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship. 


Our Diversity

We aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to our vision and goals.


Our Benefits

Our customers are unique. The same goes for our colleagues. That's why at Barclays we offer a range of benefits, allowing every colleague to choose the best options for their personal circumstances. These include a competitive salary and pension, health care and all the tools, technology and support to help you become the very best you can be. We are proud of our dynamic working options for colleagues. If you have a need for flexibility then please discuss this with us.