Total 451 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 0AG

We are seeking ambitious, outstanding candidates to join our teaching staff at United Colleges Group. We are a forward-thinking education provider and our mission is to deliver outstanding, world class education and skills. Who we areUCG provides education to over 11,000 learners a year, including 16–18-year-olds, adults, apprentices, and students with high needs.With an annual turnover of over £50m, we are one of the top 20 largest college groups in the UK. We offer education and training in almost all vocational areas at a variety of levels for a wide range of learners of all ages and starting points.Our students UCG attracts students from across London and beyond. Our students come from a diverse range of backgrounds. In the academic year 2022-23, we enrolled more than 3500 full time 16-18 students, 8,000 adult learners and over 450 apprentices across our Group. UCG currently enrol 250+ HE students per year, across 4 campuses onto 12 courses from STEM subjects (Science, Construction, Engineering, and Computing) to Business, Music and Professional Qualifications.We have around 1,000 dedicated, skilled and enthusiastic staff who always put the needs of our students first and we are now looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our cohort of dedicated staff.Our mission is to provide all our learners with the very best knowledge and to break down any barriers to learning. We pride ourselves on enabling our learners to meet their individual needs and aspirations and we deliver a learning experience that is unique, enjoyable and rewarding.About YouThe HR Business Partner will be an enthusiastic and highly efficient, organised person with the ability to work as part of a team and capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment, while mentoring and coaching managers in the application of HR policies and practices. The HR Business Partner will be expected to provide advice, support and guidance to managers on the full range of standard and complex employee relations and casework with an emphasis on improving performance management.The HR Business Partner will carry out proactive intervention at an informal level and provide training and support for managers to drive forward a performance management culture. The HR Business Partner will work closely with managers on tracking and maintaining the staffing establishment and effective workforce planning, taking into account the changing curriculum delivery needs. You will be expected to set up, develop and implement new processes and systems reviewing and improving standard letters, forms and checklists for employee relations and recruitment issues, ensuring high standards of service delivery and quality standards.The HR Business Partner will;Be a Graduate Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and DevelopmentHave extensive experience working in a Senior HR Generalist roleHave experience leading on and managing employee relations casework with minimal supervisionExperience consulting with trade unions or employee representatives, regarding individual caseworkExtensive experience advising and mentoring stakeholders and line managers on HR policies and proceduresHave the ability to interpret employment legislation and advise line managers of its implications effectivelyHave the ability to communicate clearly, effectively and with confidence to a range of audiences orally and in writingBe able to work under pressure and prioritise workloadsHow to ApplyIf you’re ready to join a Group that has the resources to develop the talents of both students and staff, you can find more information on this role and details on how to apply by visiting our dedicated recruitment microsite.Alternatively, you can e-mail us for more information, quoting the job reference.Please note that we may close the application prior to the listed date should sufficient applicants be received.The College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to full-vetting procedures including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services Check.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk. Were looking forward to hearing from you!

Join us as our Marketing Business Partner in Corporate & Institutional Banking

• Lead a team of marketing professionals by translating the Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) business strategy and commercial outcomes into plan, budget and execution
• Day-to-day, you’ll lead the marketing for our Corporate and Institutional (C&I) customer businesses, including Markets, supporting the strategy and commercial objectives alongside brand objectives
• Support the Marketing Director, C&I to drive the overall C&I marketing strategy, bringing together the three businesses, customer goals and journeys to deliver a customer-first marketing strategy
• This is an opportunity to make an important impact through your work and establish yourself as a key senior leader in both our Marketing function and across the customer business

What you'll do

As our Marketing Business Partner in Corporate & Institutional Banking, we’ll look to you to lead engagement with senior business leaders on converting business Objective Key Results into a customer centric strategy, with clear activation plans. You’ll design the marketing strategy, making decisions on resources and plans to prioritise delivery on the strategy, translating these into a three-year marketing strategy with an annual plan.

You’ll lead a team of marketing professionals by translating strategy into operational management activities, along with recommending and delivering a portfolio of products and services in line with the Marketing service proposition, through effective collaboration with the Marketing Centres of Excellence and all other relevant internal and external partners. You’ll sit on our leadership committees and interface with senior leaders within CIB.

Your top priorities will include:

• Providing insight to business stakeholders on marketing strategy, including annual business planning, marketing campaigns and proposition exploration and development
• Leading and developing a professional, capable and engaged team to meet the needs of the business and customers
• Driving greater visibility of Return on Investment for marketing spend across CIB marketing plans
• Delivering accurate and reliable profiling for the broad spectrum of customers within our Corporate, Institutional and Markets businesses, allowing for personalised marketing interventions to be deployed to the appropriate decision-maker within the business
• Delivering against commercial goals through direct and response marketing, developing a consistent approach across the bank
• Acting as a spokesperson for Corporate & Institutional Banking at external engagements such as trade events and through online networks
• Identifying key marketing priorities through the provision of expert diagnostics, analysis and decision support, making recommendations to the business and Centre of Expertise
• Drawing insights from Centre of Expertise to help inform the annual C&I marketing strategy and budget

The skills you'll need

To be successful in this role, you’ll need strong influencing and stakeholder engagement levels at a senior level, with knowledge and application of marketing strategies and leadership including comprehensive end-to-end understanding of the commercial sales funnel and customer lifetime value. You'll demonstrate strategic and commercial acumen, with experience of creating a clear connection between commercial drivers and marketing strategies.

In addition, you’ll have marketing experience within a large matrix organisation and knowledge of the banking industry, regulatory and commercial environment, specifically corporate and institutional banking including financial and capital markets.

Furthermore, you’ll need:

• Marketing technical expertise including Global Corporates, Sovereign Wealth Funds, Real Money Funds, Global Insurers, Non-Bank Financial Institutions, Structured Finance, and Markets
• The ability to make data driven decisions and support a culture of continuous improvement
• Cross-border marketing experience in key geographical markets aligned to NatWest’s Commercial & Institutional franchise, including European Economic Area, United States, Singapore, and Japan
• Experience of leading diverse, professional teams
• Experience of operational and financial planning with budget management experience
• A high level of drive, energy and personal commitment to success
• Demonstrated experience in understanding and communicating complex commercial models of value to a broad audience of stakeholders and collaborators
• Knowledge of relevant legal policies, regulations and risk management

Join us as a Business Analyst

• Take on a critical high profile role in the Operations Centre of Excellence, defining and realising fantastic solutions, processes, benefits and new opportunities
• You’ll be delivering the five year strategic vision for Operations, transforming the operational capability across the bank and helping us to shape the future of our operations by delivering pan-bank innovative solutions
• It’s a great chance to hit the ground running and make a tangible impact on the bank’s operational capability as you work in a vibrant, forward looking team

What you'll do

In your new role, you’ll be managing the analysis of complex cross franchise and pan group requirements, while capturing, validating and documenting business and system requirements and making sure that they are in line with key strategic principles and the Operations strategy.

In the course of your work, you’ll work closely with key stakeholders across the business to create, shape, define and own pan-operations and individual franchise opportunities. You’ll build, manage and maintain positive working relationship with stakeholders at different levels of hierarchy and third party suppliers across multiple franchises and functions.

You’ll also:

• Create and maintain documentation, as well as support controls and quality assurance for key stakeholders and suppliers
• Identify upstream failure demand in processes and propose remediation to prevent flow of work into operations
• Trace and link business requirements to future state design and communicate business needs into technical requirements
• Create and execute test scenarios and test scripts at various stages of the project in order to validate the solution design
• Facilitate user acceptance testing and support business users in executing the user acceptance testing

The skills you'll need

You’ll need to hold an appropriate business analyst certification, such as BAX, CPRE and CBAP. You should be comfortable working with ambiguity and have the ability to pay keen attention to detail and drive progress at pace.

It’ll be ideal if you have experience of working with large scale automation or AI and strategies that are tangible and grounded, as will be a background in business design and experience of Agile processes and ceremonies.

You’ll also need:

• Experience of applying business analysis tools and techniques to include the use of a wide range of data such as Operational, Technology, Finance and HR to support problem solving and decision making
• Experience of delivering change within a banking operations team driving measurable business outcomes
• The drive to understand emerging technical capabilities and how these might be leveraged by Operations
• The ability to engage and communicate with multiple stakeholders at senior level across the bank
• An analytical mindset, with strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your work
• Critical thinking skills, enabling you to cut through complexity, and make sound decisions and recommendations that are carefully balanced against risk

Join us as a Project Manager

• Join the Operations Centre of Excellence in a high profile and influential role that will deliver the five year strategic vision for Operations and transform the operational capability across the bank
• You’ll play a key role in driving change across Operations, and we’ll look to you to deliver goals on time, within budget and to the highest quality
• Hone your existing project management skills with excellent exposure at senior level and advance your career in this exciting, fast paced role in an innovative and inclusive team

What you'll do

In your new role, you’ll lead a work initiative, preparing, managing and providing reporting on all project plans, controls and resource plans. You’ll make sure that activities are in place to adequately prepare the business and engage all the appropriate stakeholders effectively to enable change to be implemented and handed over.

Additionally, you’ll be building and maintaining a positive working relationship with senior stakeholders across multiple franchises, domains and functions and at different levels of hierarchy and as part of this you’ll be required to produce executive level presentations. As well as this, you may lead a team of external suppliers, working closely with supply chain services for the appropriate supplier selection from our framework.

You’ll also be:

• Empowering and leading a team, often in multiple geographies, through the project lifecycle
• Identifying, tracking, managing and mitigating any project risks, assumptions, issues and dependencies
• Leading and defining project documentation and making sure that the solution clearly supports and is aligned to our strategic goals
• Tracking and reporting project costs and making sure that the project is completed in allotted budgets
• Making sure that all project deliverables satisfy the requirements and that they adhere to the agreed governance framework
• Shaping business cases or benefits realisation and securing funding via investment processes
• Addressing policy and control shortfalls and audit findings and implementing strategic solutions in response

The skills you'll need

You’ll need to hold an appropriate project management qualification, as well as have experience in change management. You’ll need experience of delivering change within a banking Operations team driving measurable business outcomes. You should be comfortable working with ambiguity and have the ability to pay keen attention to detail and a drive to understand emerging technical capabilities and how these might be leveraged by Operations.

It'll be ideal if you have experience of Agile processes and ceremonies as will be a familiarity with Model Risk governance.

You’ll also need:

• Experience of driving large scale automation or AI with a drive to understand emerging technical capabilities and how these might be leveraged by Operations
• Experience of analysing a broad range of data such as Operational, Technology, Finance and HR to support problem solving and decision making
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to produce executive level presentations
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills with the ability to engage and communicate with multiple stakeholders at senior level across the bank
• Critical thinking skills, enabling you to cut through complexity, and make sound decisions and recommendations that are carefully balanced against risk

An exceptional opportunity for a Senior Business Development Manager with experience in selling services to the financial services industry, to join a pioneering provider of financial services education.

We are seeking a Global Head of Business Development for an Financial educational start-up. This organisation stands at the forefront of financial services education, offering career-focused programs that are in a class of their own. With flagship initiatives like the Henley Executive Hedge Fund Program, they have cemented their reputation globally through an exclusive partnership with a leading business school.

A glimpse into your future role:
As the Global Head of Business Development, you will be stepping into a dynamic and critical role within the company. There is currently no dedicated sales function in the UK, and with your experience you will be the primary revenue generation, using your black book and background with selling into financial services. You will be responsible for identifying and engaging new leads, building pipelines, tracking prospects, and ultimately converting them into clients. Additionally, you will be managing and developing processes for small teams in Hong Kong. The expectation is for you to not only adapt swiftly but to excel from the onset, spearheading business development efforts with strategic acumen and visionary leadership.

Here's what you'll be doing:

- Identifying prospective clients and generating recurring revenues in the UK
- Growing, leading and managing international teams, ensuring cohesion and peak performance across different geographies.
- Implementing robust relationship-based sales practices and processes across all BD teams
- Building and nurturing high-value relationships within the financial services provider industry with networking and attending events as well as learning on your extensive network.
- Strategically expanding the company's global footprint through innovative business development initiatives.

Here are the skills you'll need:

- Proven track record in business development within the financial services provider industry, with a strong preference for candidates possessing experience in sales related to tech, industry media, accounting, or fund administration.
- Exceptional relationship-building and networking skills, with a proven ability to engage with and influence key stakeholders.
- Experience in managing a BD team, with a flair for leadership that can transcends cultural and geographical boundaries.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of articulating complex ideas with clarity and persuasiveness.

Work Permissions You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Here are the benefits of this job:

- Competitive salary - Reflective of skills and experience; specific range to be discussed during the interview process.
- Opportunity to play a pivotal role in the expansion of a leading company within the financial services education sector.
- Access to a global network of professionals and industry leaders.

Why pursue a career in Financial Services Education?
Embarking on a career as a Global Head of Business Development within the financial services education sector offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of finance professionals globally. This role not only places you at the heart of innovation in financial education but also in a position to influence the next generation of leaders in the financial services industry. With the sector's rapid evolution, driven by technological advancements and regulatory changes, your impact will extend far beyond business development, contributing significantly to the broader mission of enhancing financial literacy and competency across the globe.

Our client is seeking a Senior Business Development Executive to join their team in the UK technology reseller market. This role is ideal for a senior candidate with over 3+ years of experience in business development, sales, or a related field. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding our client's business and maintaining strong relationships with MSPs and Resellers.

Key Responsibilities:

- Client-Facing Role: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring exceptional service delivery and fostering long-term relationships.
- Strategic Planning: Develop and execute strategic sales plans to meet and exceed targets in the technology reseller market.
- Lead Generation: Utilize various channels for lead generation, including cold-calling, networking events, and digital marketing initiatives.
- CRM Management: Utilize Pipedrive CRM effectively to manage leads, track interactions, and analyse sales performance.

Market Analysis: Stay abreast of market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to identify new business opportunities.
Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with internal teams, including marketing and product development, to align strategies and drive business growth.
Reporting: Provide regular reports and updates on sales activities, pipeline status, and revenue forecasts to senior management.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Experience: 3-5 years of experience in business development, sales, or a related field within the technology reseller market.
Skills:
Proven track record of success in client-facing roles, with a strong ability to build and maintain relationships.
Demonstrated proficiency in prospecting, lead generation, and closing deals.
Expertise in using CRM tools like Pipedrive to manage and analyze sales activities.
Strategic mindset with the ability to develop and implement effective sales strategies.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
Why Join Our Client:
Career Growth: Opportunity to further develop your skills and advance within a leading company in the technology reseller market.
Innovative Environment: Work with a team that encourages creativity and values innovation in business development strategies.
Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary bracket of £35,000 - £50,000 per year, supplemented by a competitive commission structure.
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, pension, and vacation allowances.
How to Apply:

If you are a seasoned business development professional with a passion for driving growth in the technology reseller market, our client would love to hear from you. Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role to [email address].

We look forward to your application and the opportunity to welcome you to our client's team as a Senior Business Development Executive.

The Opportunity Hub UK is excited to present a unique opportunity for a highly experienced Business Development and Marketing leader to join a dynamic global hedge fund based in London. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional seeking to make a substantial impact in a smaller, agile fund and looking for a more significant share of the rewards.

Company overview:
A prominent global hedge fund, known for its innovative investment strategies and strong performance, is seeking a senior executive to drive business development and marketing efforts. The fund is focused on expanding its investor base across key markets including Switzerland, the US, the Middle East, and Asia. With a commitment to excellence and growth, this fund offers a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to lead and shape its business development strategy.

Role overview:
We are looking for a senior Business Development and Marketing Executive with a proven track record in the hedge fund industry. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fostering relationships with high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors, and a strategic approach to expanding the investor base. This role requires a professional who is adept at raising significant capital, with a goal of securing £50 million in 12 months.

Here's what you'll be doing:

- Developing and executing a comprehensive business development strategy to attract new investors.
- Leveraging an existing network to foster relationships with potential investors in Switzerland, the US, the Middle East, and Asia.
- Presenting and marketing the hedge fund’s strategies and performance to high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors.
- Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities to expand the fund’s investor base.
- Collaborating with the investment team to align marketing strategies with investment objectives.
- Building and leading a high-performing business development team.
- Implementing processes to streamline and enhance business development and marketing efforts.

Here are the skills you'll need:

- Extensive experience in business development and marketing within the hedge fund industry.
- A robust network of high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors, particularly in Switzerland, the US, the Middle East, and Asia.
- Proven ability to raise significant capital, with a track record of securing at least £50 million within 12 months.
- Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with the ability to develop and execute effective business development strategies.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convincingly market investment strategies.
- Experience in building and leading successful teams.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and a results-driven approach.

Work permissions
You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary with significant commission opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Opportunity to make a substantial impact in a growing hedge fund.
- Significant career growth and leadership opportunities.
- A collaborative and inclusive company culture.
- Direct access to senior management and decision-making processes.

Career advantages:
Joining a smaller, agile hedge fund offers unparalleled opportunities to make a meaningful impact and drive significant growth. This role provides the platform to leverage your extensive network and experience to secure high-value investments, shape business development strategies, and lead a high-performing team. The potential for substantial financial rewards and career advancement makes this an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional in the hedge fund industry.

Our client is seeking a motivated and dynamic Business Development Executive to join their team in the UK technology reseller market. This role is a fantastic opportunity for a junior-level candidate (0-2 years of experience) to kickstart their career in business development. The primary focus will be on building and maintaining business relationships with MSPs and Resellers.

Key Responsibilities:

Client-Facing Role: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring their needs are met and fostering strong, lasting relationships.
Cold-Calling: Engage in regular cold-calling to identify and create new business opportunities.
Prospecting: Use Pipedrive CRM to manage leads, track interactions, and analyze sales activities efficiently.
Market Research: Stay updated on market trends and competitive landscape to identify potential areas for growth.
Sales Strategy: Develop and implement effective sales strategies to reach and exceed sales targets.
Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing team to align on lead generation strategies and promotional activities.
Reporting: Provide regular reports on sales activities, pipeline status, and forecasts to senior management.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Education: Recent graduates or individuals with a degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
Experience: 0-2 years of experience in business development, sales, or a similar role. Familiarity with tools like Pipedrive is preferred.
Skills:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proactive and self-motivated with a passion for sales and client relations.
Ability to handle rejection and persistently pursue new leads.
Basic understanding of the technology reseller market.
Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Why Join Our Client:
Career Growth: Opportunity to develop your skills and advance within a growing company.
Innovative Environment: Work with a team that values creativity and encourages new ideas for business development.
Supportive Culture: Collaborative and supportive work culture focused on achieving collective goals.
Competitive Salary: Attractive salary bracket of £25,000 - £35,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
How to Apply:

If you are passionate about business development and eager to grow your career in the technology reseller market, our client would love to hear from you. Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are a good fit for this role to [email address].

We look forward to your response and the possibility of you joining our client's team to carry on their business relationship in the UK technology reseller market.

Recruit4staff is proud to be representing their client, a leading , in their search for a Business Development Manager to work regionally from Manchester.

For the successful Business Development Manager our client is offering;

• Salary £45,000 - £50,000 P/Annum + OTE (Uncapped)
• Monday to Friday 08:30 - 17:00
• Permanent
• Company-funded social events, trips away, Pension, Annual leave including bank holidays, Hybrid working, charity paid days, remote working (regional)

The Role of the Business Development Manager;

• Responsible for contacting agencies and contractors to promote group services for payroll, accounting, financial services and taxing
• Liaise closely with recruitment agencies, contractors and self employed individuals for the continuation of financial services to them from inception to business / LTD set up
• Nurture existing clientele and build sales from current contacts and companies

What our client is looking for in a Business Development Manager;

• Previous experience working in a business development role promoting to c-suite and senior exec level contacts - ESSENTIAL
• Experience working within recruitment agency, payroll services or financial services as a sales professional - ESSENTIAL
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Able to travel regionally to visit clients
• Leadership skills

Alternative job titles; Sales Executive, Business Development Manger, BDM, Senior Sales Executive

Commutable From; Chester, Wirral, Merseyside, Lancashire

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Recruit4staff (Wrexham) who are operating as a recruitment agency, agent, agencies, employment agency or employment business.

Head of Business Support

MG2 £66,318 to£80,874

12 months fixed term

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Business Support within the Adult Social Care and Public Health Directorate at Richmond and Wandsworth Better Service Partnership.

The Head of Business Support covers a wide range of functions including business support to the Social Care and Public Health teams, as well as the directorate’s Senior Management Team.In this role you will lead key areas of work within the directorate including Health & Safety, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Freedom of Information and Subject Access Requests, Member Enquiries, and Executive, Admin and Recruitment support.

The role has six direct reports and an overall responsibility for Business Support services covering 47 staff.

As Head of Service, you will:

• have strong experience of providing business support within a social care department
• be an experienced manager with a leadership style that inspires and motivates people, with experience of developing and managing staff to provide an outstanding business support service
• have a vision for how business support services can be provided in future, making best use of digital technology.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Sarah Evans, Director of Business Resources Adult Social Care and Public Health viaSarah.Evans@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk

Closing Date: Sunday 10 November 2024

Shortlisting Date: w/c 11 November 2024

Interview Date: w/c 18 November 2024

Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. This campaign is anonymised.

All internal applicants for this secondment must seek permission from their current line manager before applying. Failure to do so may result in the secondment not being authorised.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know.

We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

IT Business Change Analyst Opportunity (Permanent)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a motivated and organised IT Business Change Analyst to join the Group Informatics team at Manchester Foundation Trust (MFT).

We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated staff, willing to deliver and model our values and behaviours.

You will join a growing, motivated, and supportive team and will be well placed to develop your skills and knowledge.

You will be experienced in the development of business cases, applying budgeting, benefits tracking & demand management principles and the application and appreciation of project finances, risk and issue and dependency management within projects.

Please read the Person Spec and the Job description in detail to assess whether or not you meet the essential criteria for teh above role before submitting an application. If you have applied for this role recently and not been invited to interview it is highly unlikely that your application will be successful this time round.

This is a busy and rewarding role in a team which supports the transformation of services through the utilisation of technology in accordance with trust-wide business requirements. Your application must be able to demonstrate that you have a sound understanding of business change processes, have strong verbal, presentation and written communication skills, advanced IT skills, detailed knowledge of Business Modelling and Analysis and a broad technical understanding of the application of IT.

As the IT Business Change Analyst, you will be responsible for determining and implementing future requirements through the analysis and review of systems and processes. You will be required to work in a cross functional team, and liaise with both internal and external stakeholders to address and resolve project requirements (including managing issues, conflicts and competing demands).

You will lead the detailed design and requirements phases for small to medium projects; identifying where improvements and efficiencies can be gained and driving forward the requirements from business cases to implementation and post project review.

You need to be flexible, committed and friendly. You will enjoy understanding clinical and operational processes. You will be able to meet deadlines effectively and manage your own workload.

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.

Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.

We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.

We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.

At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team atresourcing@mft.nhs.uk.

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!


This advert closes on Thursday 31 Oct 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Mott MacDonald

We’re a global engineering, management, and development consultancy. Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.

Mott MacDonald

We’re a global engineering, management, and development consultancy. Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.

A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.

We are proud to be a one of Glassdoor’s top employers to work for in the UK, as well as being recognised as a Top Inclusive Company in the UK.

Our values: Progress, Respect, Integrity, Drive, Excellence.

Transportation
Our transportation portfolio is primarily a UK based business working in three key sectors of rail, highways and aviation.  We deliver programme, project and commercial management services to clients in mainland Europe, Africa, Middle East, India and Australasia and supporting other parts of the transportation business across the globe.  Our vision is to deliver major transportation projects as part of a global business and to establish our wide-ranging consultancy as ‘credible’ and ‘preferred’ for our existing and new clients. 

Overview of roleAs a Senior Project Manager you will manage your own projects or workstreams on major Transportation projects. This opportunity will enable you to support the development of this growing and diverse business whilst progressing your own career. The focus of this exciting new role and opportunity is to help build the growing business and to support our clients by winning and delivering high quality project and programme management services that contribute to society and make the communities in which we live and work better.What will the role offer?You will have opportunities to work on some of the UK’s largest Transportation projects, working with key clients and with experts from across Mott MacDonald and the industry. We are passionate about collaborating to deliver high quality solutions with a focus on sustainability, social value and technical excellence.Some examples of the areas that you may be able to work on;

- Rail – We provide support to major rail infrastructure projects across the UK. We are particularly proud to be involved with Crossrail, HS2 and Northern Powerhouse Rail along with a large number of other projects.
- Highways – We work closely with National Highways supporting them on a variety of projects across the UK.
- Ports – Our Ports team covers aviation and maritime projects and we are seeing a lot of growth in this area with opportunities at key airports in the UK as well as further afield.
- Local Authority – we support a wide range of local authorities across the country with their transportation projects. These projects often cover elements of rail, highways, sustainability and social value.

Mott MacDonald is proud to support the professional development of all employees, funding one professional institution subscription per year and providing learning and development opportunities to support team members as they progress to chartership.Main duties:
The successful management of the development, design stages, delivery and handover of projects as instructed, ensuring:

- Processes and procedures are applied, and any governance protocols followed
- A project management plan is developed and maintained for each project
- Projects are scoped in accordance with agreed project objectives,
- Deliverables are clearly identified and executed,
- Key parameters of cost, time and quality are achieved providing a coherent and realistic action plan against deficiencies,
- Liaise with the projects H&S&W and CDM Representative, acting on advice provided to ensure that project / contractor CDM and Health and Safety compliance matters are satisfactorily discharged and/or adhered to,
- Establish effective stakeholder and communication management processes and structures across the project, Client and stakeholder teams. Specifically consider all necessary actions in terms of liaison, process mapping and reporting with statutory and technical assurance bodies, mitigating potential delays and costs to project performance through timely submissions and consenting requirements,
- Liaise and work across all commercial, procurement and general project control functions, providing the necessary project management input to deliver projects within the agreed project parameters,
- Assess the necessary level of resources and competence in the supply chain teams, taking all necessary reactive measures where required to ensure the required performance,
- Successful administration of the NEC suite of contracts for professional and contractor commissions as dictated by the projects, addressing performance to ensure contractually successful outcomes.


Candidate Specification

Required for the position of Senior Project Manager:

- Experience working on large transport infrastructure projects
- Membership of the APM
- Chartered (or working towards)
- Experience of managing NEC contracts
- Substantial project management expertise across a wide range of disciplines, contract/procurement routes and market sectors
- Experience of managing and leading large project teams to successful outcomes
- High degree of commercial acumen and knowledge of planning and project controls
- Ability to operate both autonomously and as a part of a larger team
- Excellent IT Skills – Word/Excel/PowerPoint
- Strong communication skills including writing reports and presenting
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients, stakeholders, colleagues and the supply chain
- Ability to demonstrate a flexible approach to work
- Flexibility to travel to client sites and other MM offices
- NEC accreditation (3 or 4)
- Experience working with Network Rail, National Highways or a similar UK organisation
- Line management or team leader experience



We offer some fantastic benefits including:

Health and wellbeing

- Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
- Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments.
- Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues.
- A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family.
- Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too.


Financial wellbeing

- We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.
- Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary.
- Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury.
- Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing.
- As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes.


Lifestyle

- A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme.
- Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years’ service.
- Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers.


Enhanced family and carers leave

- Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave.
- Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay.
- Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid.


Learning and development

- Primary annual professional institution subscription.
- A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options.


Networks, communities, and social outcomes

- Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities.


Equality, diversity, and inclusion
We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.

Accessibility
We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

Agile working
At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust.
Mott MacDonald
We’re a global engineering, management, and development consultancy. Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.
A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.
We are proud to be a one of Glassdoor’s top employers to work for in the UK, as well as being recognised as a Top Inclusive Company in the UK.
Our values: Progress, Respect, Integrity, Drive, Excellence.
What will the role offer?You will have opportunities to work on some of the UK’s largest Transportation projects, working with key clients and with experts from across Mott MacDonald and the industry. We are passionate about collaborating to deliver high quality solutions with a focus on sustainability, social value and technical excellence.

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Responsibilities:

Role responsibilities:

Provide support to the Programme Managers and Manufacturing Management Team to define, plan, direct and deliver the manufacturing projects/contracts against business plan targets through rigorous cost control and schedule adherence.

Manage stakeholder interfaces including internal customers and ensure accurate reporting of progress against all aspects of project performance.

• Planning, facilitating and providing support to the success of large scale contracts throughout the product life cycle.
• Developing and maintaining key relationships with internal customers and key subcontractors.
• Ensuring accurate reporting of progress against all aspects of project performance and interpreting requirements back to manufacturing.
• Assisting in the preparation and maintenance of contract risk and opportunity plans/budgets.
• Communicating consolidated project/programme requirements to a multi-disciplined team to safeguard deliveries.
• Playing a key role in tendering/bidding activities associated with the successful acquisition of future business.

Role requirements

• Experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in the delivery of fixed cost programmes, of significant value, within a matrix organisation. Experience within an engineering or production environment would be of preference.
• A natural communicator, able to build strong relationships, with experience in driving multi-functional teams and delivering to tight time-scales.
• Enthusiastic, pro-active and tenacious individual who can prioritise and understand strategic business needs as well as managing the day-to-day tactical decisions.
• Experience in the application of Project Management skills at assistant level in a relevant business environment.

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• Our work is complex, challenging and innovative. It takes a range of professionals across the full engineering and commercial spectrum to carry it out. Whatever field our people specialise in, they all share the same mind-set: a drive to make things work better and to redefine the established standards.

Please note that in order to apply for UK opportunities you will need to be eligible for SC (Secret Level) UK Security Clearance.

Skillset/experience required:

Significant experience required

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Our Project and Cost Management team are industry leading experts with an excellent reputation in delivering projects within all sectors of the built environment. Recognising the value in establishing and sustaining long term relationships being customer focused in all areas of our practice. We are passionate about delivering success. With an enviable client list and the scale and diversity of projects that only a multi-disciplinary consultancy can offer, we can provide unparalleled opportunities to showcase your talents and truly develop your career.

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our Project Management and Cost Management business. By joining us, you will be part of a leading global multi-disciplinary consultancy. We specialise in all areas of the built and natural environment, shaping the future of our environmental, social and economic landscapes.

We’re RPS, our projects are all around you. We define, design and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. And where you’ll be supported every step of the way. Here is where you come to build a career.

RPS, A Tetra Tech company:

Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, on 24 January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With 27,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading, global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market-leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.

What you’ll be doing
You will be working on large flagship projects with a strong team of highly knowledgeable consultants giving you the opportunity to develop your skill set and progress your career. You will provide consultancy advice to our clients, contributing towards the success of the team through the effective delivery of project and ensuring development of key client relationships.

Who we’re looking for:
A wealth of experience in providing high quality project management in relevant sectors
Chartership beneficial
Team player
Employers Agent experience is highly advantageous
Able to evidence your ability to influence and successfully deliver within a client facing role
Professional outlook with excellent communication skills
Ready to embrace larger project responsibility
Highly organised with a keen attention to detail
Confidence to work autonomously is essential
Enthusiasm for best-in-class delivery.

What we offer you
We will provide you with a flexible, friendly and creative environment to develop your skills and challenge yourself. We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Our network of people and knowledge will expand your horizons and give you access to a variety of interesting projects.

Our employees are rewarded with competitive salaries, opportunities to invest and many other benefits including: Excellent holiday + bank holidays, Option to purchase up to 5 extra days per year, Company pension scheme, Share Incentive Scheme, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Health Screening, Employee Assistance Programme, Professional Memberships and commitment to on-going CPD. #LI-KB1


We know we develop better solutions together.
That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do. For us to live our purpose of creating shared value and to deliver on our promise to ‘make complex easy’ – for us and for our clients, we continue to build a culture where different working styles and experiences can thrive to achieve exceptional results.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and work in partnership with Inclusive Employers. We’re also proud to support reservists and their families, having signed the Armed Forces Covenant. An inclusive culture enables our people to do things differently, working in ways to suit them while delivering their best for RPS. That’s why we’ve created working groups as true inclusion is a journey that involves learning, collaboration, and engagement.

Please let us know if you require any adjustments during the interview process, we can then make reasonable changes to support you in performing to the best of your ability.

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