Due to a number of factors including considerable growth and implementation of new digital and IT platforms my client, a household name in the financial services sector, currently seek a talented Relationship Manager to bridge the gap between Operations and IT.

This is a brand new role designed to develop a strong working relationship between to key areas of my clients business and duties will include:

• Working with Operational and IT stakeholders to define service levels and expectations
• Promoting the visions, values and capabilities of the business
• Acting as a key conduit ensuring that technology aligns with business and operational needs / priorities
• Recommend new technology solutions that will deliver operational efficiencies
• Monitor internal and external technology suppliers to ensure that SLA's are adhered to
• Identify opportunities where technology solutions can be used to the benefit of the operational department

Applicants must possess outstanding stakeholder management experience along with a good all round IT knowledge in order to identify areas where technology could be used to the advantage of the business. Previous experience of the financial services sector would be advantageous along with previous experience of managing relationships with Technology/IT and Operational stakeholders.

This is a great opportunity to join a major player in the UK Financial Services industry which is enjoying strong growth. A generous remuneration package is on offer with the ability to shape the role and enjoy longer term career development prospects.

Due to a number of factors including considerable growth and implementation of new digital and IT platforms my client, a household name in the financial services sector, currently seek a talented Relationship Manager to bridge the gap between Operations and IT.

This is a brand new role designed to develop a strong working relationship between to key areas of my clients business and duties will include:

• Working with Operational and IT stakeholders to define service levels and expectations
• Promoting the visions, values and capabilities of the business
• Acting as a key conduit ensuring that technology aligns with business and operational needs / priorities
• Recommend new technology solutions that will deliver operational efficiencies
• Monitor internal and external technology suppliers to ensure that SLA's are adhered to
• Identify opportunities where technology solutions can be used to the benefit of the operational department

Applicants must possess outstanding stakeholder management experience along with a good all round IT knowledge in order to identify areas where technology could be used to the advantage of the business. Previous experience of the financial services sector would be advantageous along with previous experience of managing relationships with Technology/IT and Operational stakeholders.

This is a great opportunity to join a major player in the UK Financial Services industry which is enjoying strong growth. A generous remuneration package is on offer with the ability to shape the role and enjoy longer term career development prospects.

Infrastructure Engineer - 3rd Line

Infrastructure, 3rd Line, VMWare, HP, Cisco, SCCM

Chassam Recruitment are currently looking for an IT Infrastructure Analyst for a leading company based in Manchester. This is an exciting position where you will be supporting the day to day running of the IT Operations Infrastructure.

You will be responsible for the day to day running of the IT operations, infrastructure and providing hands on technical knowledge for all aspects of the operations landscape. You will develop and maintain the support procedures and work with the Services team to identify and perform tasks. Additionally, you will regularly patch and upgrade the operations landscape to ensure it remains robust and secure as well as have a chance to lead projects ensuring that tasks are completed to plan.

To be suitable you need the combination of the following skills:

·Infrastructure - 3rd Line

·Microsoft Exchange

·SCCM

·Hyper V/VMware

·AD/DHCP/DNS

·Microsoft operating systems

·HP SANS

·HP Server

·Cisco Switches and Routers

·Cisco Call Manager/Jabber/Webex

If you are an Infrastructure Analyst with 3rd Line experience please apply for this role ASAP.

An excellent salary and package is on offer!

Infrastructure Engineer - 3rd Line

Infrastructure, 3rd Line, VMWare, HP, Cisco, SCCM

Chassam Recruitment are currently looking for an IT Infrastructure Analyst for a leading company based in Manchester. This is an exciting position where you will be supporting the day to day running of the IT Operations Infrastructure.

You will be responsible for the day to day running of the IT operations, infrastructure and providing hands on technical knowledge for all aspects of the operations landscape. You will develop and maintain the support procedures and work with the Services team to identify and perform tasks. Additionally, you will regularly patch and upgrade the operations landscape to ensure it remains robust and secure as well as have a chance to lead projects ensuring that tasks are completed to plan.

To be suitable you need the combination of the following skills:

·Infrastructure - 3rd Line

·Microsoft Exchange

·SCCM

·Hyper V/VMware

·AD/DHCP/DNS

·Microsoft operating systems

·HP SANS

·HP Server

·Cisco Switches and Routers

·Cisco Call Manager/Jabber/Webex

If you are an Infrastructure Analyst with 3rd Line experience please apply for this role ASAP.

An excellent salary and package is on offer!

Partnering and Commercial Manager job in central Cardiff - Up to £60,000 depending on experience plus benefits

(Partnering and Commercial Manager / IT Business Partner / IT Business Relationship Manager / Business Relationship and Change Manager / Change and Transformation)

A job opportunity has arisen for a Partnering and Commercial Manager to join a highly renowned and rapidly expanding Financial Services organisation that are based in Cardiff. The organisation is undergoing an ambitious technology and digital transformation programme.

The Partnering and Commercial Manager will liaise closely with a range of internal and external suppliers to ensure technology alignment, improve collaboration and raise the profile of the growth and transformation agenda. You will act as a nominated key point of contact to help the business area manage technology risk, drive technology innovation, accelerate technology enabled change and ensure all technology foundations are fully implemented to support effective operations.

The Partnering and Commercial Manager will work with multiple stakeholders to define service levels and manage expectations for technology capability, enhancing the supplier management capability. You will act as the ambassador into dedicated areas, promoting their values, vision, services and capabilities. Furthermore, you will act as an advocate for Group IT, promoting their vision and ensuring that the Technology Transformation aligns with business priorities.

The Partnering and Commercial Manager will recommend new and innovative technology solutions that will deliver tangible benefits whilst also identifying opportunities to re-align provision of services that may create benefits. You will monitor the internal / external technology suppliers to ensure that all services are delivered to agreed SLAs, whilst supporting technology delivery plans.

The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following skills / experience:

• Proven track record of Relationship Management, with experience of liaising between IT and business teams / departments
• Previous experience of having worked as either an IT Business Relationship Manager / Change Manager / Transformation Manager / IT Business Partner etc.
• Excellent senior stakeholder management and communication skills
• Knowledge of technology and digital market and trends
• Relevant experience of managing and delivering technology enabled digital innovation in retail financial services and/or customer services operations
• Strong change management and organisational skills
• Excellent technical knowledge, including its use in delivering pragmatic business solutions
• Experience of transformation of business divisions to deliver cultural and business outcomes, including digital first strategies
• Previous experience of having worked in a Financial Services organisation
• Any knowledge of the Retail Retirement Income Market would be an advantage

This position offers excellent scope for career progression plus a benefits package that includes:

• 27 days' holiday plus bank holidays (plus an additional day after two years)
• Generous pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private medical insurance
• Performance related bonuses
• A variety of share schemes
• Discounts at a range of high street stores
• Discounts on products
• Training and development opportunities

If you would like to discuss this position in more detail, please apply with an updated CV and I will call you to discuss. Hays also pay £500 worth of high street vouchers for all successful referrals.

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

Partnering and Commercial Manager job in central Cardiff - Up to £60,000 depending on experience plus benefits

(Partnering and Commercial Manager / IT Business Partner / IT Business Relationship Manager / Business Relationship and Change Manager / Change and Transformation)

A job opportunity has arisen for a Partnering and Commercial Manager to join a highly renowned and rapidly expanding Financial Services organisation that are based in Cardiff. The organisation is undergoing an ambitious technology and digital transformation programme.

The Partnering and Commercial Manager will liaise closely with a range of internal and external suppliers to ensure technology alignment, improve collaboration and raise the profile of the growth and transformation agenda. You will act as a nominated key point of contact to help the business area manage technology risk, drive technology innovation, accelerate technology enabled change and ensure all technology foundations are fully implemented to support effective operations.

The Partnering and Commercial Manager will work with multiple stakeholders to define service levels and manage expectations for technology capability, enhancing the supplier management capability. You will act as the ambassador into dedicated areas, promoting their values, vision, services and capabilities. Furthermore, you will act as an advocate for Group IT, promoting their vision and ensuring that the Technology Transformation aligns with business priorities.

The Partnering and Commercial Manager will recommend new and innovative technology solutions that will deliver tangible benefits whilst also identifying opportunities to re-align provision of services that may create benefits. You will monitor the internal / external technology suppliers to ensure that all services are delivered to agreed SLAs, whilst supporting technology delivery plans.

The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following skills / experience:

• Proven track record of Relationship Management, with experience of liaising between IT and business teams / departments
• Previous experience of having worked as either an IT Business Relationship Manager / Change Manager / Transformation Manager / IT Business Partner etc.
• Excellent senior stakeholder management and communication skills
• Knowledge of technology and digital market and trends
• Relevant experience of managing and delivering technology enabled digital innovation in retail financial services and/or customer services operations
• Strong change management and organisational skills
• Excellent technical knowledge, including its use in delivering pragmatic business solutions
• Experience of transformation of business divisions to deliver cultural and business outcomes, including digital first strategies
• Previous experience of having worked in a Financial Services organisation
• Any knowledge of the Retail Retirement Income Market would be an advantage

This position offers excellent scope for career progression plus a benefits package that includes:

• 27 days' holiday plus bank holidays (plus an additional day after two years)
• Generous pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private medical insurance
• Performance related bonuses
• A variety of share schemes
• Discounts at a range of high street stores
• Discounts on products
• Training and development opportunities

If you would like to discuss this position in more detail, please apply with an updated CV and I will call you to discuss. Hays also pay £500 worth of high street vouchers for all successful referrals.

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

Front End Web Developer

Permanent position: Burnham (near Slough), Berkshire

Company Profile

This software company was founded in 1993 with a single minded mission - to help organizations eliminate the costs, risks and wasted time associated with manual tasks. They robotize all processes within Finance, HR and the Supply Chain. Today, more than 3,000 customers worldwide use their solutions to automate their business processes.

The role:

We are currently experiencing exponential growth and are therefore looking for a Front End Web Developer to join our team in Burnham, Slough. Working as part of the Marketing team alongside two senior Graphic Designers and a PHP Web Developer, the responsibilities of the Front End Web Developer will be to own all of the development of the company’s web properties, provide Front End development support across a wide and varied range of projects as well as assist with the transition of the ongoing SEO strategy to the web to maximise paid and natural search traffic, by using Front End development best practices. You will be the first Front End Web Developer in the team, which will allow you to have full ownership of all web material.

Job Requirements:

·Ownership of the Front End development of the company’s corporate properties.

·Provide Front End Development support across a wide and varied range of projects.

·Understand visitor behaviour the company’s websites to provide and implement solutions to improve traffic flow and web experience.

·Consider and research emerging technologies to improve current Front End Development processes.

·You will be doing around 80 Front End but 20% back end.

Required skills:

•HTML, CSS, JavaScript - compliance with W3C standards, cross-browser compatibility.

•Responsive

•PHP

•Bootstrap experience

•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits:

• Annual bonus based on company performance.
• 5% non-contributory pension.
• 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company events such as UK Summer Party and European Christmas Party for all employees.
• Free fruit and Nespresso coffee in the office.

Front End Web Developer

Permanent position: Burnham (near Slough), Berkshire

Company Profile

This software company was founded in 1993 with a single minded mission - to help organizations eliminate the costs, risks and wasted time associated with manual tasks. They robotize all processes within Finance, HR and the Supply Chain. Today, more than 3,000 customers worldwide use their solutions to automate their business processes.

The role:

We are currently experiencing exponential growth and are therefore looking for a Front End Web Developer to join our team in Burnham, Slough. Working as part of the Marketing team alongside two senior Graphic Designers and a PHP Web Developer, the responsibilities of the Front End Web Developer will be to own all of the development of the company’s web properties, provide Front End development support across a wide and varied range of projects as well as assist with the transition of the ongoing SEO strategy to the web to maximise paid and natural search traffic, by using Front End development best practices. You will be the first Front End Web Developer in the team, which will allow you to have full ownership of all web material.

Job Requirements:

·Ownership of the Front End development of the company’s corporate properties.

·Provide Front End Development support across a wide and varied range of projects.

·Understand visitor behaviour the company’s websites to provide and implement solutions to improve traffic flow and web experience.

·Consider and research emerging technologies to improve current Front End Development processes.

·You will be doing around 80 Front End but 20% back end.

Required skills:

•HTML, CSS, JavaScript - compliance with W3C standards, cross-browser compatibility.

•Responsive

•PHP

•Bootstrap experience

•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits:

• Annual bonus based on company performance.
• 5% non-contributory pension.
• 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company events such as UK Summer Party and European Christmas Party for all employees.
• Free fruit and Nespresso coffee in the office.