Total 9 Manager level Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in Reading, Home Counties, RG1 8DB

Compliance Assurance Manager - Facilities Management - Reading (some travel in Berkshire/Oxfordshire/West London area) - £45,000 DOE plus excellent benefits - 6-month FTC

This company, a National player in the FM world, require a Compliance Assurance Manager to be based at their prestigious client site in Reading with some travel in Berkshire/Oxfordshire/West London area. An outstanding opportunity to become part of truly first-rate facility and play an integral role in ensuring Compliance activity is maintained and meets all required obligations and standards.

Contract Length: 6-month FTC

Salary: £45,000 DOE plus excellent benefits

Benefits to include 25 days Holiday plus BH, plus flex benefits scheme.

Location: Reading (some travel in Berkshire/Oxfordshire/West London area)

Hours of Work: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support compliance activity to ensure It Is completed and documented in accordance with contractual obligations.
• The primary activity will be an audit of all compliance records and activity for the account (self-delivered and outsourced activities) to establish compliance status for the duration of the contract.
• Once status Is determined, a gap analysis and action plan Is to be developed to address any gaps identified.
• Support a culture of continuous improvement and identify innovation where possible to streamline
• compliance activities.
• Promote and drive a strong safety culture across the account in accordance with values and Be There for Life framework.

The successful candidate:

• A strong technical background and demonstrable experience in compliance within the Facilities Management/Building Services Industry.
• Experience in compliance auditing, contract mobilisation and demobilisation advantageous.
• Knowledge and experience of compliance systems, auditing and statutory legislation required.
• Able to manage internal customer relationships with Excellent negotiations skills
• Proven ability to motivate, coach and develop others
• Experience in delivering and developing sustainable compliance objectives
• Commercial awareness with strong presentation, influencing and analytical skills
• Valid full driving licence

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Berkshire / Wiltshire / Hampshire / Thames Valley

Salary: £47,600 - £71,600 (dependent upon experience) + car / allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

What is the Role?

SSEN Distribution has an extensive capital development programme as we work to deliver a net zero electricity system.

This newly created role is required to support the growth of our business and is an exciting opportunity for a Contract Manager - Cost Control and Analysis to join our Procurement and Commercial team to support our Large Capital Delivery Directorate in our Distribution business.

You will be responsible for providing commercial analysis activities for a major portfolio of projects across the Distribution business providing data driven insights and analysis to support commercial reporting.

To successfully operate within a regulated business environment, we are required to monitor, control and report on all costs required on the Projects - this includes areas such as Forecasting, Budgeting, Change Control, Cost Reporting and Accrual Generation.

Working within the Procurement and Commercial team, as the Contract Manager - Cost Control and Analysis, you will take a lead role in the coordination and fulfilment of all Cost Control activities required from the Procurement and Commercial team.

You will support the Procurement & Commercial Manager and Head of Procurement & Commercial in providing a world class procurement and commercial service to internal customers.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would like you to have:

- Degree in appropriate business or technical discipline or equivalent experience.

- Demonstrable experience and competency with all aspects of Cost Control including Cost Forecasting, Budgeting, Change Control, Cost Reporting, Variance Analysis and Accrual Generation. With high levels of data analysis capability.

- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with an ability to liaise with and challenge all levels of the business.

- A strong drive for continuous improvement and innovative thinking to challenge the norms and support the development of cost management processes and techniques within the business.

- Collaborative approach, able to develop strong working relationships with internal and external parties.

About our Business

SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Francesca on 01738 344763.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

This role is within our Networks Distribution IT team supporting our Digital Strategy and Vision to be a progressive network owner, using digital to enhance social and economic value, deliver a leading experience for our customers and to enable the energy system to support net zero carbon emissions.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

We're looking for a Portfolio Risk and Assurance Manager to join our brand new team. This is a phase of fast paced transformation, and you can help shape how we do things. Youll work with other experts to add real value and help us reach our targets through innovative thinking and approach.

About the Role

Base Location: Reading, Havant, Perth, Glasgow, Aberdeen or Inverness

Salary: £47,600 -£71,600 + performance related bonus and a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

As Portfolio Risk and Assurance Manager, you'll play a critical role in the effective management of risk across Technology Digital and Data change landscape and Service Operations. This includes the identification, quantification and analysis of risk trends and overall risk exposure alongside the value driven mitigation of these risks and planning and implementation of contingencies as appropriate.

Key responsibilities for this role will include:

- Ensuring accurate risk trend and exposure reporting.

- Managing risk budgets to meet strategic goals within set timeframes and budgets.

- Monitoring and enhancing mitigation strategies to align with risk impact and exposure.

- Conducting scenario planning to assure robustness of contingency strategies.

- Supporting the application of audit and assurance frameworks to improve risk management strategies.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Strong experience in Portfolio Risk Management and Assurance leadership experience within IT, OT and Data context.

- Experience of working within a Portfolio Management Office would be beneficial with a good working knowledge of key Service and change delivery processes, including status reporting, assurance and audit, budgeting and estimating, risk and issue management, quality gates and change management.

- Qualified to Practitioner Level in an industry recognised Risk Management Methodology.

- Be familiar with structured project management methodologies and a good understanding of the end-to-end project delivery lifecycle, in particular Agile delivery.

- Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial.

About our Business

SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Laura on 01738 341814.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

Your new company

My client's energy solutions tackle energy dilemmas head-on, facilitating the UK's shift to a low-carbon economy. Each of their projects provides essential power and services to the National Grid, as well as to industrial and commercial clients. Their expertise, technology, and adaptability are crucial for the UK to meet its ambitious net-zero targets.
Supported by a global investor in energy and infrastructure, they are the UK's largest owner and operator of flexible power plants, with 900MW currently operational and over 1GW in the early stages of development. To put this into perspective, they can already supply power for an hour to approximately 1.8 million homes, with an additional 2 million homes in the pipeline.

Your new role

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring environmental compliance is adhered to across the Company's portfolio of sites (including flexible power generation, BESS, wind and solar) sites
• Accountable for the management of statutory environmental permit requirements, such as but not limited to, emissions monitoring and reporting
• Responsible for the maintenance of UK-ETS permits and procedures, including annual verifications
• Ensuring all new sites in development or construction obtain statutory environmental permits in line with key project timescales
• Providing key input intothe portfolio carbon reporting procedures (ESOS, ISO 50001 etc.)
• Managing variations to existing environmental permits that may be required
• Maintaining and establishing long-term relationships with environmental regulators and third-party consultants
• Act as internal expert on environmental legislation and regulation and improve environmental awareness throughout the business
• Representing the business at workshops, industry forums and working groups as required
• Carrying out internal environmental auditing and host audits of our sites by the Regulators
• Responsibility for assessing new and changing environmental legislation and providing responses to key government consultations
• Be a key consultee at relevant design process meetings, attending and providing input at all stages of the design process and lifecycle of projects.
• Working closely with key internal stakeholders on all environmental matters
• Travel will be required as part of the role, therefore own transport is essential with occasional overnight stays if necessary
• Managing one direct report who will assist with the above responsibilities

What you need to succeed

• Degree in a relevant field
• Membership (or working towards) of a relevant professional body (i.e. IEMA, IES, IAQM etc.)
• Proven experience in environmental management and compliance practices
• Demonstrable experience in managing environmental permitting processes, preferably with MCP's and specified generators
• Demonstrable experience in analysing complex analytical environmental datasets
• Greenhouse gas calculation and reporting experience would be desirable
• Competent knowledge of the environmental permitting regulations (installation, Medium Combustion Plants (MCPD), Specified Generators and Flood Risk Activities)
• Competent with new and evolving environmental legislation and policy
• Good general knowledge of low carbon technologies and renewable energy technologies
• Managing multiple projects under tight time deadlines
• Self-motivated, with diligence, integrity, and ambition
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Capable of understanding technical concepts and explain effectively to key stakeholders

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary dependent on experience - Up to £70,000 for the perfect candidate
• Discretionary performance-based bonus - 20% annually
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Insurance
• SimplyHealth health cashback plan
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including Cycle to Work, Childcare, Grocery, and Electric Vehicle leasing
• Access to free financial advisors
• Retail discounts
• 24/7 Private GP access
• Flexible working - home based if you wish
• Training and Development
• Salary sacrifice EV scheme
• Discounts on Lightwave RF smart home products
• Dog-friendly office

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About the Role

Base Location: Berkshire / Wiltshire / Hampshire / Thames Valley

Salary: £47,600 - £71,600 (dependent upon experience) + car / allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

What is the Role?

SSEN Distribution has an extensive capital development programme as we work to deliver a net zero electricity system.

This newly created role is required to support the growth of our business and is an exciting opportunity for a Contract Manager - Cost Control and Analysis to join our Procurement and Commercial team to support our Large Capital Delivery Directorate in our Distribution business.

You will be responsible for providing commercial analysis activities for a major portfolio of projects across the Distribution business providing data driven insights and analysis to support commercial reporting.

To successfully operate within a regulated business environment, we are required to monitor, control and report on all costs required on the Projects - this includes areas such as Forecasting, Budgeting, Change Control, Cost Reporting and Accrual Generation.

Working within the Procurement and Commercial team, as the Contract Manager - Cost Control and Analysis, you will take a lead role in the coordination and fulfilment of all Cost Control activities required from the Procurement and Commercial team.

You will support the Procurement & Commercial Manager and Head of Procurement & Commercial in providing a world class procurement and commercial service to internal customers.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would like you to have:

- Degree in appropriate business or technical discipline or equivalent experience.

- Demonstrable experience and competency with all aspects of Cost Control including Cost Forecasting, Budgeting, Change Control, Cost Reporting, Variance Analysis and Accrual Generation. With high levels of data analytical capability.

- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with an ability to liaise with and challenge all levels of the business.

- A strong drive for continuous improvement and innovative thinking to challenge the norms and support the development of cost management processes and techniques within the business.

- Collaborative approach, able to develop strong working relationships with internal and external parties.

About our Business

SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Francesca on 01738 344763.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

This role is within our Networks Distribution IT team supporting our Digital Strategy and Vision to be a progressive network owner, using digital to enhance social and economic value, deliver a leading experience for our customers and to enable the energy system to support net zero carbon emissions.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

We're looking for a Portfolio Risk and Assurance Manager to join our brand new team. This is a phase of fast paced transformation, and you can help shape how we do things. Youll work with other experts to add real value and help us reach our targets through innovative thinking and approach.

About the Role

Base Location: Reading, Havant, Perth, Glasgow, Aberdeen or Inverness

Salary: £47,600 -£71,600 + performance related bonus and a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

As Portfolio Risk and Assurance Manager, you'll play a critical role in the effective management of risk across Technology Digital and Data change landscape and service Operations. This includes the identification, quantification and analysis of risk trends and overall risk exposure alongside the value driven mitigation of these risks and planning and implementation of contingencies as appropriate.

Key responsibilities for this role will include:

- Ensuring accurate risk trend and exposure reporting.

- Managing risk budgets to meet strategic goals within set timeframes and budgets.

- Monitoring and enhancing mitigation strategies to align with risk impact and exposure.

- Conducting scenario planning to assure robustness of contingency strategies.

- Supporting the application of audit and assurance frameworks to improve risk management strategies.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Strong experience in Portfolio Risk Management and Assurance leadership experience within IT, OT and Data context.

- Experience of working within a Portfolio Management Office would be beneficial with a good working knowledge of key Service and change delivery processes, including status reporting, assurance and audit, budgeting and estimating, risk and issue management, quality gates and change management.

- Qualified to Practitioner Level in an industry recognised Risk Management Methodology.

- Be familiar with structured project management methodologies and a good understanding of the end-to-end project delivery lifecycle, in particular Agile delivery.

Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial.

About our Business

SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Laura on 01738 341814.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

Full time - 1.0 FTE - Permanent - Start September 2024

Our school is currently undergoing significant expansion, with a vision of becoming a centre of excellence for children and families in Reading.

This is an exciting time to join our dynamic team and all roles will play a key part in developing the strategic vision of our school whilst ensuring the highest quality of education and care for pupils, so that each individual can reach their full potential and are safe and happy at school.

For all posts we are looking for candidates with proven experience of meeting outcomes for young people with SEND, and a passion to drive forward the vision and the strategic development of the school.

You should be committed, energetic and creative professionals who are able to work closely with pupils, colleagues, the Board of Trustees, parents, the wider community, local mainstream schools and Local Authorities.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading, managing and monitoring the whole school curriculum, achievement and quality of teaching to enable all students to fully enjoy and maximise potential during their time at the Avenue, and to best prepare students for adulthood and life beyond school.

Key operational elements include the formulation of appropriate and flexible timetables, offering sustained and appropriate support and direction to those with responsibility for teaching, resourcing, pupil groupings and support, applying individualised strategies and interventions, recognising that each pupil requires varied learning opportunities.


The Avenue is a day school for pupils aged 2 – 19 with complex special needs including those with significant health needs and autism.

To apply, please visit the vacancy page of our website www.avenue.reading.sch.uk and fill in the forms that you’ll find in the Leadership Vacancies recruitment section.

All completed forms must be returned to recruitment@avenue.reading.sch.uk by the closing date.

For more information, please call Vanessa Carrick on 0118 214 5257

Closing date: 9.00am, Friday 10th May 2024

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Safeguarding our pupils is our priority.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Are you looking for a new full time career opportunity with Vita Health Group? Are you experienced in senior leadership roles, and do you have passion and expertise in governance and quality assurance? Would you like to have the opportunity to grow and develop your skillset within a friendly, established team?
We have an exceptional opportunity for a Head of Governance and Quality to join our service. We have recently been recognised as being one of the UK’s best health care companies to work for, and we are keen to continue to grow and develop. As a people–centred company, we are keen to develop individuals careers where their interests apply. Therefore, if you’re looking to enhance your skill sets, progress your career or focus on your personal growth, please read on.
This position is an integral to VHG’s continued delivery of quality healthcare and will ensure the Central Governance team is managed and developed. You will have the opportunity to work with a team who can focus on quality improvement, with potential for you to connect with a wider network of support through the Spire Healthcare Group.This role is Hybrid remote and you will have the opportunity to work flexible hours.
This is an excellent opportunity to build on your leadership skills in a cohesive organisation. You should have good experience of working with regulators (e.g CQC) and supporting compliance with regulatory frameworks. You will possess excellent in-depth knowledge of governance and the quality assurance processes and be eager to work as part of a close-knit team in a flexible and supportive environment

Why Vita Health Group?

Vita Health Group celebrates life. Improving lives physically and mentally drives everything we do. Now part of Spire Healthcare Group plc we have been providing physical and mental health services for over 30 years. We work in partnership with the NHS, are engaged by insurers and some of the UK’s largest corporate companies to support their workforce and provide a full range of physiotherapy services to private customers.To achieve our mission of Making People Better, we recognise the importance of investing in our staff. We are an award-winning employer recently recognised nationally as “Best Company to Work for” at the Health and Wellbeing Awards 2024. This is also recognised by current employees – our most recent Employee Survey results showed the top 5 reasons to work here as being:

• Supportive team and management
• Positive work environment
• Wellbeing and mental health support
• Trust and respect
• Autonomy and flexibility

We are keen to progress your skills and enable career development and provide regular Continued Professional Development opportunities including secondments, management training, a mentoring scheme, apprenticeships and regular events and webinars across a range of clinical disciplines. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer the opportunity of a flexible work life balance and a comprehensive benefits package which you can view here: https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/join-us/careers/Vita Health Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and is seeking to improve the diversity of its workforce. We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion best practice and positively encourage applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion/belief, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. For further information on our EDI commitments please view here: Vita Health Groups commitment to Equality, Diversity and InclusionWe are committed to being equitable and supporting the wellbeing of all employees.

• We are a Mindful Employer
• Our status as a Disability Confident Leader dedicated to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. All disabled candidates that meet the minimum essential criteria will be invited to interview.
• Our Ethnicity Matters Scheme where all applicants for senior roles (£40,000+) from a minority ethnic group that meet the essential criteria will be invited for interview.
• Our Gender Matters Scheme where all women applicants for senior roles (£60,000+) that meet the essential criteria will be invited to interview.
• Our sign up to the Armed Forces Covenant.
• Our status as a Menopause Friendly Committed employer.
• Our sign up to the Employer with Heart Charter.
• Our commitment to meet the standards outlined in the NHS Equality Delivery System (EDS). Workforce Race Equality Standard (WRES) and Workforce Disability Equality Standard (WDES).
• Access to health and wellbeing services for colleagues including Mental Health Advocates and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• An embedded “speaking up” culture facilitated by Freedom to Speak Up Guardians.
• Treating transgender individuals with dignity and recognising the potential complications that may arise when taking references. We encourage applicants to contact HR at hr@vhg.co.uk to discuss or amend how we manage reference requests.

Should you wish to discuss any adjustment or assistance you need in the application or interview process please contact recruitment@vhg.co.uk and we will facilitate.Please note, all applicants must be legally entitled to accept and perform work in the UK and all positions are subject to a DBS check. Any data which you share with us throughout the hiring process will be stored securely within the UK and is accessible only by staff who require it. Should your application be unsuccessful, your data will be securely destroyed after 6 months. Vita Health Group reserves the right to close this job when sufficient applications have been received.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Location: Remote UK, United Kingdom

Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billons of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure.

Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across five major industries; Aerospace, Defence, Ground Transportation, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.

Cyber Security Assurance Manager

We have a brand new role for a Cyber Assurance Manager to join our growing Cyber Competency Centre, providing Thales UK business units with Cyber Security expertise.

Reporting to the UK Head of Cyber and the assigned domain Technical Director for the assurance of through-life cybersecurity engineering activities relating to products and solutions within the domain:

Key responsibilities:

• Participating in key technical reviews for all bids and projects within the scope of their assignment.
• Verifying that cybersecurity risks have been identified, assessed and managed within bids and projects in agreement with the delegated authorities for engineering security risk approval in Thales UK.
• Reviewing the principle security artefacts and security deliverables (as defined within the Cybersecurity Management Plan) and advising the security practitioners on the artefact’s completeness and fitness for purpose.
• Maintaining sector based specific knowledge in their area of responsibility.
   
• Overseeing the continued (cyber) assurance activities of products and solutions within the scope of their assignment. This should include all relevant phases of DDQS and in-service assurance.
• Articulating the cybersecurity risks of products and solutions, and the assessment of potential/proposed risk management options.
• Supporting the cybersecurity assurance aspects of product policy and road mapping
• Supporting Business Unit leadership’s cybersecurity transformation, including general cybersecurity upskilling and knowledge transfer within domain
• Assist customers in the routine development of Operational Technology (OT) security practices

Location: Can be flexible on Base location (Reading, Crawley, Bristol, Ebbw Vale, Cheadle, Doncaster, Home Start) ; Circa. 40% remote but will need to be flexible to travel around the numerous Thales & Customer facilities/locations.

What we are looking for:

• A background with Cyber Security Engineering
• Operated in multi stakeholder environments with the ability to influence to ensure right outcomes are reached.
• Experience of guiding complex projects through security risks and mitigation activities
• Have worked with external partners and accreditation bodies
• Experience of applying cybersecurity to OT, IOT and/or embedded environments.
• Ability to apply secure by design approach through engineering lifecycle and in service.
• Understand where and how key cybersecurity technologies are applied, the fundamentals behind the technology and the ability to assess suitability of candidate products.
• Ability to articulate (and distinguish between) cyber security and cyber resilience approaches.

Desirable:

• CISSP Accreditation

• CCP Architect

• SABSA Chartered Security Arch – Foundation & Practitioner

• IEng/CEng

YOUR CAREER AT THALES
Future opportunities will allow you to discover other domains or sites. You will be able to evolve and grow your competences in different areas:

Room and attention to personal development
Build your talents in another domain of Thales Group, discovering new products, new customers, new country or go to a more complex Solution
Choose between a technical expertise or a leadership path
Build an international career within a leading Engineering Group

#LI-SW1

In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.

Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.

Great journeys start here, apply now!