Providing initial triage of service requests and identifying the appropriate IT resources
Logging, monitoring and tracking incidents through the call management system
Providing first-line resolution for hardware, software and application issues
Escalating incidents and service requests in line with service level agreements
Keeping users informed of progress and ensuring excellent customer service
Supporting desktop hardware, operating systems and business applications
Assisting with desktop asset management
Contributing to service improvement by analysing call trends and identifying recurring issues
Adhering to IT policies, information security standards and health and safety requirements
Supporting the wider work of the IT Services department where required
Training:Why choose our Azure Cloud Support Specialist apprenticeship?
The new Microsoft Azure Cloud Support Specialist Level 3 programme has been designed in partnership with Microsoft to build Azure cloud capabilities in your organisation.
This new Microsoft apprenticeship is part of QA's drive to support Microsoft’s Get On 2021 campaign, a five-year initiative to help 1.5 million people build careers in technology and help 300,000 connect to tech job opportunities.
QA’s Azure Cloud Support Specialist Level 3 apprenticeship programme enables the apprentice to:
Learn on-premise and cloud-enabled technologies and services
Learn technical content that aligns to and is relevant to employers and the market
Gain an Azure Fundamentals Qualification and a Microsoft 365 fundamentals qualification
Get an introduction to Windows, Linux and PowerShell
Tools and technologies learned: Learners will learn to use Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Windows 10, AWS, Linux, PowerShell.Training Outcome:This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a long-term career in IT. On successful completion, there may be opportunities to apply for permanent roles within the IT Services team, subject to performance and organisational needs.
Potential career pathways include:
Desktop Support Analyst
IT Support Technician
Application Support Analyst
Infrastructure or Systems Administrator
You will gain valuable experience within a respected national organisation, developing both technical expertise and professional skills to support future career progression.Employer Description:The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) is a professional membership body for hospital doctors, with over 40,000 members in the UK and internationally. Founded in 1518, we work to improve patient care and reduce illness through education, influence and collaboration.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where our values – taking care, learning and being collaborative – guide everything we do.Working Hours :Standard working hours are on a rota to cover between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday. Exact shifts TBCSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
Test Engineer
(Tech stack: QA Analyst, QA, SDET, Test Engineer, Tester, Manual Tester, QA Engineer, Quality Assurance, Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Engineer, Manual Testing, Web Applications, Defect Tracking, Excel, API Testing, SQL, DevOps, Scrum)
Our client is an established technology business delivering web-based software solutions. They are looking to hire an Application Support Specialist with strong QA experience to ensure the quality, stability, and reliability of their applications.
This role is primarily focused on manual testing, defect management, and application support. You will play a key part in validating releases, identifying issues, and working closely with development teams to ensure fixes are delivered and verified efficiently. There will also be opportunities to gain exposure to AI-driven tools and initiatives as part of ongoing platform development.
What you’ll need:
• 2+ years’ commercial QA experience • Strong manual testing experience (test cases / structured testing)• Experience logging and managing defects• Clear documentation skills• Strong Excel skills (formulas, pivots, charts)
Exposure to SQL, API testing, automation, or Agile environments would be advantageous but not essential.
Location: Bournemouth (Fully Office Based)Salary: £40,000 – £50,000Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Regulatory Reporting Specialist to join finance and regulatory reporting team within a leading foreign bank in London, providing a wide range of services to both private and corporate clients across the globe.
As a Regulatory Reporting Specialist, you will be will be responsible for producing accurate, timely, and compliant regulatory submissions, ensuring adherence to all relevant prudential, statistical, and supervisory frameworks.
This is a office based fixed term contract role (6-10 month) offering salary range of £80,000 - £90,000.
You will be responsible for:
Regulatory Reporting
* Assist in the preparation and validation of COREP returns, including own Funds, Leverage Ratio, Large Exposure and Credit Risk templates.
* Support the production of Liquidity reports such as LCR, NSFR, ALMM, PRA110
* Support the production of Statistical and FSA returns such as BT, Els, SL, MLAR and FSA017.
* Assist in preparation and submission of FINREP return (F1 to F12).
* Ensure submissions are complete, accurate, and compliant with the latest regulatory standards.
* Maintain robust documentation, working papers, and audit trails for all regulatory outputs.
Data Management & Controls
* Ensure the integrity, consistency, and accuracy of data feeding into regulatory reports.
* Perform variance analysis, trend assessment, and data quality checks.
* Support enhancements to the regulatory reporting control framework and governance processes.
Regulatory Interpretation
* Stay up to date with changes to regulatory rules and frameworks (CRR, Basel, PRA Rulebook, Statistical Reporting guidance, IFRS where relevant).
* Assess the impact of new or amended regulations on reporting requirements.
* Provide technical advice to internal stakeholders and support in implementing regulatory changes.
Stakeholder Engagement
* Collaborate closely with Finance, Risk, Treasury, Product teams, and external auditors.
* Respond to regulatory queries and information requests in a timely and accurate manner.
* Support internal and external audits relating to regulatory reporting processes.
* Process Improvement
* Identify opportunities to enhance and streamline reporting processes.
* Contribute to system upgrades, data warehouse enhancements, or reporting transformation initiatives.
* Support implementation of new reporting tools or regulatory technology solutions.
What we are looking for:
Essential:
* Experience in regulatory reporting within banking, investment firms, or financial services.
* Strong understanding of PRA, FCA, and Bank of England reporting frameworks.
* Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
* Skilled in reporting tools, excel, and large data sets.
Desirable:
* Experience with RegTech solutions(e.g., AxiomSL, WoltersKluwer OneSumX, Vermeg, Moody's).
* Familiarity with IFRS, financial accounting, or capital/liquidity risk management.
* Coding or automation skills(SQL, Python, VBA).
Key Attributes:
* Strong communication skills, able to summarise complex regulatory concepts clearly.
* Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
* Highly organised, with strong ownership and accountability.
* Curious mindset with commitment to continuous improvement.
Apply now for this fantastic Regulatory Reporting Specialist opportunity to take the next step in your career with a well-established financial institution.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
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similar titles: Regulatory Reporting Specialist, Regulatory Reporting Officer, Regulatory Reporting Analyst, Prudential Reporting Analyst
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To support the delivery of actuarial team objectives to the wider company, including data production, model updates, analysing model output, MI production, and project and external delivery requirements.
To support the development and improvement of modelling and tools used and test tools developed.
To operate a robust control framework for the production of results, including maintaining appropriate documentation and compliance with relevant requirements (including TASs).
To engage in the structured training required to complete the Level 4 apprenticeship and actively manage a development plan.
Training Outcome:Opportunities to progress to Actuarial analyst role and support to complete IFoA Actuarial exams.Employer Description:About Just
We help people achieve a better later life. Thats our purpose and its the reason we exist. We are a fast-growing company helping customers enjoy the retirement they deserve. We do this through a variety of market leading, award-winning products and services, delivered by a diverse team of over 1,400 purpose-led colleagues who genuinely put the customer at the heart of everything we do.
This is a brilliant time to join our business. We are on an exciting growth journey to become the UKs most loved retirement expert.Working Hours :Monday to Friday between 9am - 5pm.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Strong numerical skills,Excellent problem analysis,Resolution skills,Written communication skills,Interpersonal skills....Read more...
Answering inbound calls and handling customer enquiries
Booking appointments and scheduling engineers
Managing emails and maintaining customer records
Preparing quotes, invoices, and job sheets
Updating internal systems and databases
Assisting with social media and marketing tasks (working with Castle)
Providing general office and administrative support
Training Outcome:What is the expected career progression after a Business Administrator Apprenticeship?
A Business Administrator Apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for progression across a wide range of industries, as administrative skills are transferable to almost every sector.
Typical progression routes include:
Business Administrator / Senior AdministratorTaking on greater responsibility, managing systems, supporting senior leadership, and overseeing key processes.
Office Manager / Operations AdministratorCoordinating teams, improving internal processes, and supporting the smooth running of the organisation.
Specialist pathways, such as:
HR Administrator or HR Assistant
Finance / Accounts Assistant
Project Support Officer
Customer Service or Client Relationship Executive
Further Development Opportunities
Learners may progress onto higher-level apprenticeships, including:
Level 4 Business Analyst
Level 5 Operations / Departmental Manager
HR Consultant / Partner
They may also complete professional qualifications such as AAT (Finance), CIPD (HR), or ILM (Leadership & Management), depending on their chosen pathway.
Long-Term Career Potential
With experience and continued development, this apprenticeship can lead to roles such as:
Operations Manager
Business Manager
HR Manager
Project Manager
Overall, the apprenticeship develops key transferable skills including communication, organisation, problem-solving, digital systems, and teamwork, making it a versatile and future-proof career starting point.Employer Description:Based in Merseyside, we have now grown into a well respected business, serving households within Merseyside and surrounding areas.We offer a free, no obligation site survey to assess your needs. We will then compile a quotation for the work required.Therefore, we offer a range of heating and plumbing options, including boiler repair, servicing and installation.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills....Read more...
You’ll be involved in helping clients solve complex problems using data and technology, all while building a strong foundation for a future career in tech consulting.
Responsibilities:
Support the development and delivery of data and AI solutions, gaining hands-on experience with technologies such as machine learning, data science, and Agentic AI under the guidance of experienced team members
Collaborate with project teams and clients to understand business challenges, contributing to data-driven approaches while learning how insights support decision-making
Assist in the design and implementation of data pipelines, models, and visualisations, while actively learning best practices in data engineering, architecture, and analytics
Engage in continuous learning and professional development, building technical and consulting skills through structured training, mentoring, and exposure to real-world projects and client environments
About you:
A-levels or equivalent (must have a level 2 GCSE in both English & maths)
Strong analytical skills and an eye for detail
Engaging and able to easily build rapport with others
Keen interest in technology and possessing good IT skills
Enjoys the challenge of a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Demonstrates a developing understanding of coding principles (e.g., Python, C#, Java), with growing confidence in applying basic programming skills to support tasks such as data analysis, automation, and solution development, under guidance and mentorship
Due to the nature of this role successful candidates may need to undergo security clearance
To be eligible for this role you must have lived in the UK for at least 5 consecutive years
What we look for in our people:
Strong alignment with FSP values and ethos
Commitment to teamwork, quality and mutual success
Proactivity with an ability to operate with pace and energy
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Dedication to excellence and quality
Training:The apprenticeship takes place over a 14-month period where you will:
Gain a nationally recognised qualification in Data Analyst (Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard)
Learn on the job alongside receiving external training and coaching
Gain experience across multiple projects, clients, and sectors.
Broaden your understanding across data and AI specialisms by rotating across business areas, such as:
Machine Learning and Agentic AI
Data Analytics
Data Science
Data Engineering
Training Outcome:
The successful candidate will gain a Level 4 qualification as a Data Analyst
Employer Description:FSP is a leading consultancy specialising in Digital, Security and AI solutions. Our success is enabled by our unwavering commitment to excellence, our people centric culture alongside best-in-class operations, ensuring impactful and sustainable outcomes for our clients.
As a long standing and highly accredited Microsoft Partner, with extensive solution designations, we partner with clients across a range of commercial sectors, enabling digital transformation, innovation and robust cyber security.
We navigate the complexities of data sensitivity, confidentiality, governance and compliance. We blend strategic insight, depth of technical expertise, delivery and operational excellence to meet the specific requirements outlined.
We take a collaborative, one team approach with our clients to drive sustainable change, providing outstanding client experience and delivering exceptional results that are aligned with business priorities.
Our commitment to security and quality is reinforced by our ISO27001 and ISO9001 certifications (UKAS), as well as our CREST approved penetration testing and SOC capabilities. Additionally, we are an IASME Cyber Essentials Certification Body and Cyber Essentials Plus certified.
Find out more about our accolades here: https://fsp.co/about-fsp/
Why work for FSP?
At FSP, we are committed to providing:
A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career
The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of
A chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry, who always seek to share their knowledge and experience
Hybrid working – we empower you to make smart choices about when and where to work to achieve great results Industry leading coaching and mentoring
Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package
Working Hours :Monday- Friday
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IT Applications Manager - Central London
£650 - £700 p/d (outside IR35) – 3 month initial term
Well-established and highly profitable construction engineering business is seeking an experienced IT Applications Manager to join them on a permanent basis. This is a critical leadership role within an organisation undergoing significant digital transformation, with ambitious growth and acquisition plans driving demand for scalable, standardised and efficient business applications.
Reporting into the Head of IT, you will lead the delivery, governance and optimisation of business applications across the enterprise. This role blends strategic oversight, hands-on expertise with modern low-code/no-code platforms and direct leadership of a multidisciplinary applications team.
The IT Applications Manager will oversee a suite of core enterprise systems, including but not limited to: Workday, UKG (Kronos), COINS, SharePoint, Snowflake, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Pro-Sapien, Primavera P6 etc.
Responsibilities:
• Lead the full lifecycle of low-code/no-code application solutions, from requirements gathering through to deployment, governance and support
• Collaborate with business units to identify automation and digital enablement opportunities, improving operational efficiency and data accuracy
• Oversee and manage a small internal team (Business/Data Analyst, Software Developer, HR Systems Engineer) alongside two external managed services
• Drive application standardisation across business units to reduce duplication, simplify the portfolio and improve scalability
• Manage and govern the SharePoint environment, ensuring effective architecture, permissions and content lifecycle management
• Oversee the Snowflake data warehouse, ensuring reliable data integrations, access control and performance monitoring
• Own vendor relationships for key managed services including COINS and UKG Time & Attendance, ensuring service performance and alignment with business priorities
• Support M&A activities by leading the migration and integration of applications and associated data, ensuring compliance and business continuity
• Establish governance frameworks, standards and best practices for application development and management
• Ensure security, scalability and enterprise alignment for all applications and digital workflows
• Promote shared frameworks, templates and components across business systems to accelerate delivery and consistency
Requirements:
• Strong experience with low-code/no-code platforms
• Proven ability to lead and deliver change management initiatives across business systems
• Experience in application standardisation and rationalisation across business units
• Leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and vendor relationships
• Skilled in business process mapping, workflow automation and data modelling
• Familiarity with enterprise integrations and APIs
• Strong understanding of IT governance, compliance and security principles
• Ideally ITIL certified with experience in ITIL change management
• Experience in user enablement, training and digital adoption
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Job duties;
Account preparation for various entities.
VAT return preparation and management accounts.
Self-assessment tax return preparation and assistance with MTD ITSA.
Aid in audits.
Training:Accounting and Taxation Professional Level 7 - ACCA The gold standard in Accountancy Apprenticeships, this programme enables individuals to become fully qualified in a profession which is globally recognised and respected in areas of accountancy, taxation, finance and business. ACCA is ideal if you’re looking to progress your career and become a chartered accountant, or work in an accountancy, audit or tax firm.
ACCA consists of three levels;
Applied Knowledge, Applied Skills, and Strategic Professional, and you’ll need to complete relevant work experience at some point before you can qualify. ACCA qualification is made up of three levels:
Applied Knowledge helps you understand the role of accounting in the business environment, and develop the practical skills and techniques expected of an accountant working in business. You can complete Applied Knowledge in six to 12 months.
Applied Skills encourages you to develop a broad understanding of the role of accounting in business, and how to interpret financial information.
By studying Strategic Professional, you'll learn advanced techniques, skills, and the professional ethics required of an accountant or consultant operating at a senior level. Once you've successfully passed, you can apply to be a full member of ACCA. Fully qualified ACCA members have abundant job prospects in a variety of industries and countries. In the final stage of ACCA, you'll be working as an assistant (qualified) supervisor or a financial analyst.
Training Outcome:Financial Support: We invest in your future by providing full ICAEW/ACCA training support.Career Growth: Be part of a thriving, growing business where your career can flourish alongside our success. We also offer long service awards, recognising your commitment and quality work.Supportive Environment: Work in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere where your skills are valued and your growth is encouraged.Employer Description:Sterling Partners are a progressive firm of Chartered Accountants and Chartered Tax Advisors. We provide audit, accountancy, taxation, advisory and wills and probate services for our clients. We have offices in Manchester and London; however, we have clients all around the world. We have a young and diverse team which we are looking to expand by recruiting an apprentice.Working Hours :37.5 hours.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills....Read more...
What Your Day Will Look Like:
Sending customer quotes quickly and accurately
Providing proof of deliveries and shipment updates
Handling customer and internal job queries
Using multiple systems and developing strong computer skills
Supporting the sales team to win and retain business
Working as part of a close-knit local logistics team
You’ll be at the heart of the operation. The role that keeps the promises the sales team make
Training Outcome:What is the expected career progression after a Business Administration Apprenticeship?
A Business Administration Apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for career progression across a wide range of industries, as administrative skills are transferable to almost every sector
Typical progression routes include:
Business Administrator / Senior AdministratorTaking on increased responsibility, supporting management teams, and overseeing key processes within the organisation
Office Manager / Operations AdministratorManaging office systems, coordinating teams, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the business
Specialist pathways, such as:
HR Administrator or HR Assistant
Finance / Accounts Assistant
Project Support Officer
Customer Service Executive
Further Development Opportunities
Learners may progress onto higher-level apprenticeships, including:
Level 4 Business Analyst
Level 5 Operations / Departmental Manager
HR Consultant / Partner
They may also choose to complete professional qualifications such as AAT (Finance), CIPD (HR), or ILM (Leadership & Management)
Long-Term Career Potential:
With experience and continued development, this pathway can lead to roles such as:
Operations Manager
Business Manager
HR Manager
Project Manager
Overall, this apprenticeship develops essential transferable skills, including communication, organisation, problem-solving, digital systems, and teamwork, making it a versatile and future-proof career starting point.Employer Description:We boast a state of the art online portal which provides discounted rates from the world leading carriers including DHL, UPS, FedEx and TNT. The portal is designed to save customers time and money by offering multiple savings in just one search. So that our customers receive the full benefit from booking with EU Express the software provides labels, full track and trace along with POD’s which are all accessible via the portal.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, shifts may work evenings and weekends.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
IT Applications Manager - Central London
£80,000 - £85,000
Well-established and highly profitable construction engineering business is seeking an experienced IT Applications Manager to join them on a permanent basis. This is a critical leadership role within an organisation undergoing significant digital transformation, with ambitious growth and acquisition plans driving demand for scalable, standardised and efficient business applications.
Reporting into the Head of IT, you will lead the delivery, governance and optimisation of business applications across the enterprise. This role blends strategic oversight, hands-on expertise with modern low-code/no-code platforms and direct leadership of a multidisciplinary applications team.
The IT Applications Manager will oversee a suite of core enterprise systems, including but not limited to: Workday, UKG (Kronos), COINS, SharePoint, Snowflake, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Pro-Sapien, Primavera P6 etc.
Responsibilities:
• Lead the full lifecycle of low-code/no-code application solutions, from requirements gathering through to deployment, governance and support
• Collaborate with business units to identify automation and digital enablement opportunities, improving operational efficiency and data accuracy
• Oversee and manage a small internal team (Business/Data Analyst, Software Developer, HR Systems Engineer) alongside two external managed services
• Drive application standardisation across business units to reduce duplication, simplify the portfolio and improve scalability
• Manage and govern the SharePoint environment, ensuring effective architecture, permissions and content lifecycle management
• Oversee the Snowflake data warehouse, ensuring reliable data integrations, access control and performance monitoring
• Own vendor relationships for key managed services including COINS and UKG Time & Attendance, ensuring service performance and alignment with business priorities
• Support M&A activities by leading the migration and integration of applications and associated data, ensuring compliance and business continuity
• Establish governance frameworks, standards and best practices for application development and management
• Ensure security, scalability and enterprise alignment for all applications and digital workflows
• Promote shared frameworks, templates and components across business systems to accelerate delivery and consistency
Requirements:
• Strong experience with low-code/no-code platforms
• Proven ability to lead and deliver change management initiatives across business systems
• Experience in application standardisation and rationalisation across business units
• Leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and vendor relationships
• Skilled in business process mapping, workflow automation and data modelling
• Familiarity with enterprise integrations and APIs
• Strong understanding of IT governance, compliance and security principles
• Ideally ITIL certified with experience in ITIL change management
• Experience in user enablement, training and digital adoption
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Providing first line IT support to staff, students, and visitors, via all the Service Desk’s contact methods, developing the skills and confidence required to operate as a fully effective first line analyst.
Gaining exposure to selected second line support activities as part of the apprenticeship, working alongside colleagues to develop an understanding of the full scope of IT Service Desk support.
Ensure all user interactions are accurately recorded within the IT Service Management (ITSM) tool, maintaining complete and precise ticket documentation. Capture every contact and action taken, enabling effective handovers, consistent service delivery, and full visibility of previous activity.
Identifying trends within recent and ongoing issues by monitoring incoming incident records and collaborating with colleagues.
Utilising skills, experience, and documented knowledge to provide solutions to users for the majority of reported issues.
Accurately triage more complex or time-consuming issues to other support teams, by building a thorough understanding of our services and support teams.
Developing a broad understanding of the University’s organisational structure, business functions, strategic aims, and key stakeholders to accurately assess the impact of issues.
Participating in ITIL-based Incident and Problem Management in line with documented processes.
Updating the Status Page for system outages to keep the wider University informed and sharing updates in the collaboration channel.
Being an advocate for our users proactively escalating issues where IT support is not meeting expected service levels to help ensure timely resolution and the delivery of excellent customer service.
Contributing to the creation and maintenance of knowledge base articles, ensuring documentation is easy to follow, written in plain English and tailored to the correct audience.
Any other duties that may reasonably be required in line with your position within IT Services or to help deliver excellent customer service.
Supports equality and values diversity, moderates own behaviour to avoid unfair discriminatory impact or bias on others.
Training Outcome:
Technical Support Analyst
Desktop Support Specialist
Team Leader
Employer Description:A world top 100 university and part of the prestigious Russell Group, the University of Birmingham makes important things happen. Delivering groundbreaking research and excellent research led teaching. People are at the heart of what we are and do. The University of Birmingham is proud to have been a part of the City of Birmingham and the wider region for over 100 years, and we are equally proud to be recognised as a leading global university. We want to attract talented people from across the city and beyond, support them to succeed, and celebrate their success. We are committed to helping the people who work here to develop through our sector-leading Birmingham Professional programme which provides all professional services staff with development opportunities and the encouragement to reach their full potential. With almost 5,000 professional services jobs in a wide-range of functions in Edgbaston and in our campus in Dubai, there are plenty of opportunities for you to be able to develop your career at the University. We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work. Supporting our people to achieve a healthy work/life balance is important both to our employees and to the success of the University and, depending on the role, we offer a variety of flexible working arrangements. We therefore welcome discussions on all forms of flexible working. In addition, you will receive a generous package of benefits including 40 days paid holiday a year, one paid day a year for volunteering, occupational sick pay, and a pension scheme. We also have three high quality subsidised day nurseries. The University is situated in leafy Edgbaston and there are excellent transport links to our beautiful campus, including main bus routes and a train station on site. On campus we have a state-of-the-art sports centre with pool, shops, places to eat and drink, our own art gallery, museum, and botanical gardens.Working Hours :Usually Monday - FridaySkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Job Description:
Core-Asset is working with a leading financial services firm on a fantastic opportunity for an Insight Analyst to join the team based in Newcastle. In this role, you will work closely with stakeholders across the business by identifying areas to optimise data and create solutions.
Skills/Experience:
Experience with BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau
Proficiency using SQL
Experience in analysing complex datasets and translating them to identify opportunities to enhance processes within the business
Experience using a Microsoft ecosystem such as Microsoft Fabric
Confident working with stakeholders across the business to present solutions
Strong problem-solving skills and proactivity
Prior experience in an insights, analytics or strategic reporting role
Familiarity with a structured data environment and data governance frameworks. Experience of transformation programmes and cross-functional work is highly desirable
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a numerical subject
Core Responsibilities:
Use Power BI to create and develop interactive dashboards to support the overall business functions
Create and develop data by creating SQL queries
Work closely with stakeholders within the business to identify opportunities where data can drive better decisions and enhance reporting processes.
Translate business challenges into analytical insights presenting outcomes to colleagues
Conduct data profiling checks and validation to ensure reliability, accuracy and compliance with governance standards.
Assist in building reusable datasets and semantic layers to facilitate organisation-wide self-service analytics.
Record and maintain clear definitions for datasets and associated metadata.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16286
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Fibre As Built & QS Engineer
Network Planning & GIS
UK wide – work from home – full remote working
@mecscomms is currently recruiting for a Contract Fibre As-built & QS Engineer to work for a global telecoms carrier and network service provider to update and maintain secure customer connectivity and fibre solutions for complex customer orders. If you possess experience as a Fibre Planner or GIS Fibre Network Analyst within a telecoms GIS environment, I'm keen to hear from you.
Position: Contract Fibre As-built & QS Engineer, Provisioning, Provide, Design & Build
Location: UK wide– work from home – fully remote working
Duration: 12 months +
Hours: Monday - Friday 9.00 - 17.30
Start date: ASAP
Gross Rate: £25.00 per hour
Status: Inside IR35
Security Clearance: SC or BPSS level clearance (or eligibility for clearance) is essential
Environment:
Telco, Telecoms, Carrier, Internet, Service Provider, ISP, Operator, Network, Fibre, Fiber Inventory, Access, As-built, QS, Quality, Planner, Graduate, Planning, Capacity, Engineer, Civils, Access Network, FTTP, FTTH, FTTC, SDH, DWDM, Transmission, Technician, GIS, Microstation, Autodesk, ArcGIS, Arc GIS, Smallworld PNI, Gcomms, Design, Implementation, Build, HLD, LLD
Key Activity:
• Data Capture of HLD, LLD
• As-built validation and approval
• Manage Fibre Inventory
• Fibre As build
• Smallworld PNI data updates
• QS Engineer
• Customer Order Validation & Management
• GIS & Civils
• Fibre Network Analyst
• Process management
• Governance & Control
Overview:
Opportunity to join an ever expanding, global telco service provider who is now in need of a telecoms fibre and GIS professional. We are looking for a contract As-built and QS Engineer within the fibre planning and build department.
The Fibre As-built & QS Engineer will take ownership of updating and maintaining fibre solutions for customer connectivity services, liaising with various departments and 3rd party suppliers to manage the delivery of the as-built designs.
The role will update, validate and maintain fibre solutions within inventory systems to support secure customer connectivity, ensuring accurate as-built capture, validation and governance of fibre network data in line with internal standards and SLA-driven KPIs.
Responsibilities:
Working within the Fibre planning and build department the Fibre As-built & QS Engineer will be involved with:
• Interact with Design & Build teams to capture HLD, LLD and as-built data for secure customer orders
• Validate as-built packs submitted by the supply chain to ensure compliance with internal standards and process requirements
• Utilise & research existing databases, files, and records for purposes of network design, fibre optimisation, and relocation of fibre facilities
• Update and maintain fibre inventory in Smallworld PNI in line with approved as-built documentation
• Ensure all internal documentation systems and databases are updated in accordance with as-built governance processes
• Validate requested and allocated fibres within internal tie cables for secure customer provisioning
• Process and validate measure applications, cross-checking against as-built submissions
• Process requests for network, site and new build surveys, completing and issuing supporting documentation and liaising with survey contractors
• Provide design schematics of fibre path to be performed for fibre projects, relocation of existing fibre facilities, and restoration of existing traffic
• Raise structured queries with supply chain partners where as-built packs or measure submissions lack required data
• Issue pay certificates in line with SLA timelines and coordinate with Delivery Managers and Project Managers
• Engage and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve technical queries and ensure delivery support
• Maintain inventory quality standards exceeding defined accuracy thresholds
Candidate Profile:
We will consider candidate form a variety of backgrounds, as training will be provided. You should however have some basic telecoms and GIS experience. Your skills & attributes are likely to include some or all of the following:
• Basic understanding of telecom
• Experience working within a carrier, operator or service provider environment
• Exposure to fibre planning, engineering, operations or network build environments
• Knowledge of fibre as-built, planning or network infrastructures
• Use of GIS Applications (ArcGIS, Microstation, Autodesk, Smallworld PNI) etc.
• Experience in fibre as-built validation and inventory management
• Strong understanding of telecoms fibre infrastructure and network design (HLD/LLD)
• GIS data entry & data validation
• GIS data preparation & data management
• Experience working with supply chain partners and QS processes
• Microsoft Excel
• Analytical & attention to detail skills
• Documentation and presentation skills
• It is essential for the successful individual to consent to BPSS (Basic Check) and SC level security clearance checks.
If any candidates have some exposure to a telecoms carrier, operator or similar environment within a fibre planning, engineering, operations or similar department then that would be highly desirable.
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@mecscomms is the brand name of MECS Communications Ltd who provide permanent & contract recruitment consultancy service as an Employment Agency & Employment Business.
For more information or a list of current vacancies, please see our web site at mecscomms.co.uk
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Job Description:
We are working on a new opportunity for an MI Analyst to join the team at a leading financial services firm based in Newcastle. In this role, you will play a vital part in transforming raw data to deliver reporting needs to support the business.
Skills/Experience:
Previous experience in MI reporting or data analysis
Experience using Power BI with an ability to develop dashboards and visualisations within Microsoft Fabric.
Solid working knowledge of SQL for querying and extracting data from relational databases.
Ability to manage and analyse large datasets
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Accuracy when delivering tactical reporting
Strong communication and organisational skills with ability to prioritise projects and meet deadlines
Familiarity with data transformation or analytics programmes (desirable)
Core Responsibilities:
Create and develop Power BI dashboards and MI reports to support the business operations and decision-making
Create SQL queries to extract data for reporting
Use Microsoft Fabric (including Lakehouses and Direct Lake mode) to deliver scalable and efficient reporting solutions.
Work closely with stakeholders to capture the required reporting needs and create structured MI outputs
Complete tasks such as data profiling and quality checks to ensure accuracy in reports
Support the creation and maintenance of reusable datasets and semantic models to ensure consistency across reporting outputs.
Log reporting logic, data definitions and sources
Present reports to stakeholders across the business to highlight KPIs and patterns
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16285
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Engineer to join a well-established company providing digital solutions ensuring the safe, compliant transport of dangerous goods by sea.
As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring new software features are thoroughly tested and validated before release, contributing to release quality and process improvement.
This is a hybrid role working 1 day in office (35 hours a week) offering benefits and a salary range of £35,000 - £40,000 and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Executing structured manual testing of completed development work to confirm acceptance criteria.
* Identifying edge cases, workflow gaps, and usability issues, logging defects and collaborating with developers to resolve them.
* Producing clear release documentation and maintaining traceability between development tasks and release outputs.
* Exploring and implementing AI-assisted tools to improve test design and documentation workflows.
* Conducting API testing (RESTful and SOAP) and validating data integrity as required.
* Working closely with development and product teams to clarify requirements and support continuous improvement of testing processes.
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as a Quality Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Manual Tester, Software Tester, Software Test Engineer, Quality Control Engineer Software, Application Tester, Frontend Tester, System Tester, API Tester, QA Specialist, Quality Analyst, Software Quality Engineer or in a similar role.
* Proven experience in software testing within an Agile environment.
* Strong skills in manual front-end testing, regression testing, and validating new features.
* Experience collaborating with developers to refine requirements and acceptance criteria.
* Knowledge or willingness to use AI tools (like Claude, Copilot) to assist with test generation and documentation.
* Familiarity with API testing tools such as Postman or SOAPUI.
* Understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git)
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join a leading technology organisation and make a tangible impact on software delivery.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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We have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice SOC Analyst to join our growing Cyber Security practice at FSP. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about cybersecurity, eager to learn, and excited by the idea of working in a fast-paced security environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a career in cybersecurity, contributing to safeguarding our clients while gaining technical, analytical, and operational experience.
Responsibilities
As an Apprentice SOC Analyst, you will support the team to:
Monitor and triage security alerts across our customers’ environments under the guidance of senior analysts.
Assist in initial investigation of incidents, gathering evidence and documenting activity.
Learn how to detect and analyse common cyber threats, risks and vulnerabilities.
Develop skills in security tooling, with a focus on Microsoft security technologies.
Support improvements to SOC playbooks, documentation and reporting.
Help maintain accurate records of incidents to ensure high-quality service delivery.
Contribute to team discussions, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
Stay informed about new security threats, technologies and best practices as part of your apprenticeship learning.
About you
You’ll have A levels (or equivalent) and must hold GCSEs at Level 2 or above in both English and Maths.
Your genuinely interested in starting a career in cyber security
Curious and analytical, with a desire to understand how technology and systems work
Detail‑focused, with a methodical approach to investigating issues
Comfortable working through problems in a structured and logical way
Well organised and dependable, with the ability to manage tasks and learning effectively.
Motivated to build both technical knowledge and practical workplace skills over time.
What we look for in our people
Strong alignment with FSP values and ethos
Commitment to teamwork, quality and mutual success
Proactivity with an ability to operate with pace and energy
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Dedication to excellence and quality
Training:During the programme, you will:
Work towards a nationally recognised cybersecurity qualification delivered by LearnTech.
Receive structured learning, coaching and mentoring from FSP’s Cyber team.
Develop experience across real security operations, clients, environments and SIEM technologies.
Gain exposure to industry frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and NIST.
Build foundational knowledge across:
Threat detection & incident response
SOC processes and tooling
Log analysis
Microsoft security technologies (including Sentinel, Defender, Entra ID)
Automation and scripting fundamentals
Training Outcome:The successful applicant will have gained a Level 4 qualification as a Cyber Security Technologist.Employer Description:FSP is a leading consultancy specialising in Digital, Security and AI solutions. Our success is enabled by our unwavering commitment to excellence, our people centric culture alongside best-in-class operations, ensuring impactful and sustainable outcomes for our clients.
As a long standing and highly accredited Microsoft Partner, with extensive solution designations, we partner with clients across a range of commercial sectors, enabling digital transformation, innovation and robust cyber security.
We navigate the complexities of data sensitivity, confidentiality, governance and compliance. We blend strategic insight, depth of technical expertise, delivery and operational excellence to meet the specific requirements outlined.
We take a collaborative, one team approach with our clients to drive sustainable change, providing outstanding client experience and delivering exceptional results that are aligned with business priorities.
Our commitment to security and quality is reinforced by our ISO27001 and ISO9001 certifications (UKAS), as well as our CREST approved penetration testing and SOC capabilities. Additionally, we are an IASME Cyber Essentials Certification Body and Cyber Essentials Plus certified.
Find out more about our accolades here: https://fsp.co/about-fsp/
Why work for FSP?
At FSP, we are committed to providing:
A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career
The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of
A chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry, who always seek to share their knowledge and experience
Hybrid working – we empower you to make smart choices about when and where to work to achieve great results
Industry leading coaching and mentoring
Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package
Working Hours :Monday - Friday.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Job Description:
Core-Asset Consulting is working with our client, a leading asset management firm, to recruit an experienced Business Analyst to support a key transformation programme focused on the business’ Attribution and Performance Reporting capability.
This will be an initial 9 month day rate contract working on a fully remote basis.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Proven experience working with Aladdin and FactSet platforms
Strong understanding of asset classes
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SQL, and Snowflake (Power BI or similar tools advantageous)
Strong analytical and quantitative skills with excellent attention to detail
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Experience with additional financial data platforms or risk management tools would be advantageous
Core Responsibilities:
Conduct detailed requirements gathering to support the build-out of performance datasets across systems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enable new dataflows and support process improvements
Assist testing teams in developing robust procedures to assess large volumes of performance and attribution datasets
Support the implementation and delivery of Benchmark, IBOR, and NAV performance flows
Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of financial data across platforms and reporting outputs
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter, and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16390
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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What you’ll be doing: As an apprentice, you’ll build real‑world skills, gain practical knowledge, and work closely with experienced colleagues who will support your development throughout the programme.
Data & Insights - Dive into real data! You’ll collect, clean, analyse, and visualise information to help shape big strategic decisions and track how the business is performing
Spotting Opportunities & Risks - Use both data and judgement to help assess new opportunities and potential risks; playing a part in shaping the future direction of Thames Water
Supporting Delivery - Help build and maintain implementation plans, track progress against key milestones, and make sure strategic projects stay on course
Trend & Market Research - Explore industry trends, new technologies, and broader societal changes - and assess how they could impact our long‑term strategy
Governance & Assurance - Produce accurate reports and contribute to data‑led assurance to support strong governance and risk management
Collaboration & Ways of Working - Work closely with the Strategy team to embed data‑driven thinking into planning, goal‑setting, and decision‑making
You’ll also take part in strategy communities of practice to share ideas and learn from others
Training:
Knowledge, skills and behaviours as set out in the Level 4 Data Analyst standard
Earn EPAO: CABWI qualification
You’ll study with Firebrand through blended online learning and short residential blocks at their Wyboston Lakes centre (accommodation included)
Training Outcome:
Permanent role with a 16–18 month structured programme
Employer Description:Who are we? We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to comeWorking Hours :Hours: 36 hours a week across four working days, plus one off-the-job training day. Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
Responsibilities:
Support in the successful delivery of innovative digital and technology solutions
Assist in gathering user requirements and project specifications
Analyse and prioritise use cases
Help clients succeed with technology projects through change consultancy, business communications and training
Build relationships with client stakeholders, developing an understanding of them, their business and their industry
About you
A-levels or equivalent (must have a level 2 GCSE in both English & Maths)
Strong analytical skills and an eye for detail
Engaging and able to easily build rapport with others
Keen interest in technology and possessing good IT skills
Enjoys the challenge of a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Due to the nature of this role successful candidates may need to undergo security clearance. To be eligible for this role you must have lived in the UK for at least 5 consecutive years
What we look for in our people:
Strong alignment with FSP values and ethos
Commitment to teamwork, quality and mutual success
Proactivity with an ability to operate with pace and energy
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Dedication to excellence and quality
Training:The apprenticeship takes place over a 14-month period where you will:
Gain a nationally recognised qualification in Business Analysis (Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard)
Learn on the job alongside receiving external training and coaching
Gain experience across multiple projects, clients, and sectors
Broaden your understanding across business specialisms, such as:
Business Fundamentals
Data Proficiency
Project Management and Delivery
Business Intelligence
Training Outcome:The successful candidate will achieve a Level 4 Business Analyst qualification upon completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:FSP is a leading consultancy specialising in Digital, Security and AI solutions. Our success is enabled by our unwavering commitment to excellence, our people centric culture alongside best-in-class operations, ensuring impactful and sustainable outcomes for our clients.
As a long standing and highly accredited Microsoft Partner, with extensive solution designations, we partner with clients across a range of commercial sectors, enabling digital transformation, innovation and robust cyber security.
We navigate the complexities of data sensitivity, confidentiality, governance and compliance. We blend strategic insight, depth of technical expertise, delivery and operational excellence to meet the specific requirements outlined.
We take a collaborative, one team approach with our clients to drive sustainable change, providing outstanding client experience and delivering exceptional results that are aligned with business priorities.
Our commitment to security and quality is reinforced by our ISO27001 and ISO9001 certifications (UKAS), as well as our CREST approved penetration testing and SOC capabilities. Additionally, we are an IASME Cyber Essentials Certification Body and Cyber Essentials Plus certified.
Find out more about our accolades here: https://fsp.co/about-fsp/
Why work for FSP?
At FSP, we are committed to providing:
A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career
The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of
A chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry, who always seek to share their knowledge and experience
Hybrid working – we empower you to make smart choices about when and where to work to achieve great results
Industry leading coaching and mentoring
Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package
Working Hours :Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Support the planning and delivery of digital marketing campaigns to promote Netpaydue.com’s software solutions.
Create and schedule social media content promoting the company’s cloud payroll, data conversion, and security workforce management systems.
Assist with website updates, product pages, and blog posts explaining key services and features.
Use AI-powered marketing tools to help generate ideas, improve marketing content, and analyse campaign performance.
Research target audiences such as corporates, consulting firms, SMEs, and security companies to identify potential customers.
Help produce short marketing videos, graphics, and digital materials that demonstrate the company’s software solutions.
Support the preparation and delivery of online product demonstrations for potential customers.
Assist with email marketing campaigns, including drafting newsletters and product updates.
Monitor digital marketing analytics (website traffic, social media engagement, email performance) and report insights to the team.
Help maintain the company’s CRM or customer contact database, ensuring leads and enquiries are recorded correctly.
Conduct competitor and market research to understand trends in payroll systems, data services, and workforce management software.
Support the marketing team with content planning and campaign organisation across multiple marketing channels.
Training:Throughout the programme, apprentices will also have access to tailored on demand content, 121 coaching from a designated skills coach and a variety of learning collateral to support the apprentice journey.Blended delivery model with virtual classrooms on a frequent basis, along with one-to-one support.Reviews will take place every 4-6 weeks to monitor progress and formals being every 10-12 weeks with the employer and coach as part of a tri-party process.Training Outcome:A Level 3 Multi-channel marketing apprenticeship can lead to the following careers: SEO Specialist, DM Specialist, DM Manager, Social media specialist, Content marketing strategist, marketing analyst, E-commerce manager.Employer Description:Netpaydue.com is a growing IT company that designs and develops its own business software solutions. The company works with large organisations, consulting firms, and small to medium-sized businesses to simplify complex business processes through smart technology.
Its services include converting large corporate datasets into the correct format required for statutory and regulatory reporting, helping organisations meet their compliance obligations efficiently.
Netpaydue.com also provides a secure cloud-based payroll solution that allows businesses to manage employee payments and payroll processes more easily.
In addition, the company has developed a workforce management system for the security services industry, helping security companies manage staff deployment and operations more effectively.
The company is continually improving its products and is increasingly using AI and advanced technologies to enhance software performance, automate processes, and deliver better services to its customers.
As a growing technology company, Netpaydue.com offers apprentices the opportunity to gain valuable experience working alongside professionals while learning about digital marketing, software products, and the fast-moving world of technology.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 09:30 - 18:30.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
Job Description:
Our client, a well-established financial services firm, is seeking an experienced ODD Analyst to join its Client Due Diligence function on a permanent basis. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in maintaining robust AML and client due diligence standards, supporting regulatory compliance across the business.
Working closely with internal stakeholders, the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality periodic client reviews, ensuring all documentation, risk assessments and records meet regulatory and internal policy requirements.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Strong working knowledge of AML and client due diligence requirements, with at extensive experience in a similar role.
ICA qualification in AML (or equivalent) strongly preferred.
Sound practical understanding of current AML/CFT legislation, regulation and industry best practice.
Competency in Microsoft Office applications; experience using third-party screening tools is advantageous.
Core Responsibilities:
Conduct periodic AML/KYC client reviews in line with the agreed review schedule.
Review and validate client due diligence documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness and regulatory compliance.
Perform screening on relevant individuals and entities using third-party tools and open-source searches.
Review recent transactional activity against established client profiles.
Assess ownership and structure information to ensure all relevant parties are appropriately captured.
Liaise with internal stakeholders to remediate outstanding issues and obtain updated or missing documentation.
Review client attestations and refresh client risk assessments, interpreting low, medium and high-risk factors.
Maintain and update review trackers, providing progress updates and ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
Manage allocated workloads effectively and support additional tasks as required.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter, and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: (16358)
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Our client is a market-leading manufacturer serving the UK and European construction sector. Operating from a state-of-the-art facility in Worcestershire, they are known for delivering innovative, precision-engineered products that shape the built environment.The group has built a strong global reputation for dependable supply solutions. Due to continued growth and an expanding product portfolio, a dedicated Supply Chain Analyst is required to join an established Purchasing Department.About the Role:The post holder will ensure the timely and efficient procurement, predominantly sourcing from suppliers in the Far East. This will be achieved by analysing sales history, identifying demand, and placing accurate requirements onto purchase orders. Once orders are raised, the post holder will actively monitor the supply pipeline and support the sales team through proactive stock management, reporting, and analysis of key supply chain performance indicators.Key Tasks and Responsibilities:Purchase Order and Supplier Administration
Generate and raise purchase orders with approved Far East suppliers for excavator bucket product lines.Maintain accurate purchasing data within ERP and purchasing systems.Manage the order pipeline from order placement through to delivery, ensuring accurate documentation and smooth shipping schedules.Liaise with suppliers regarding order status, lead times, and any changes to delivery expectations.Respond to expedite requests from the sales team and prioritise orders accordingly.Track shipment progress and proactively address delays, risks, and supply constraints.Monitor inventory levels to minimise stockouts while avoiding excess stock holding.Work closely with sales, logistics, and warehouse teams to ensure product availability aligns with customer demand.Maintain and report against departmental KPIs, including out-of-stocks, OTIF deliveries, and excess redistribution.
Supplier Communication and Relationship Management
Manage incoming and outgoing calls with suppliers, handling queries promptly and professionally.Handle and respond to high volumes of supplier emails in a timely and accurate manner.Communicate key updates and supplier feedback to relevant internal teams.Develop and maintain positive working relationships with suppliers to support service levels and performance.
Team Support, Compliance and Improvement
Provide day-to-day support to the Purchasing Department to help achieve departmental and business objectives.Ensure compliance with internal processes, company policies, and relevant regulations in all purchasing activities.Support the wider purchasing team with general administrative tasks as required.Contribute to continuous improvement activity to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and supplier service levels.
Skills and Experience:The successful candidate will bring strong analytical capability and a practical, proactive approach to managing a busy supply pipeline balancing service levels, cost, and stock availability.Skills and competencies
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a clear commitment to excellent supplier service.Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise workload effectively in a fast-moving environment.Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook, with high attention to detail and accuracy.Proactive problem-solver, able to respond calmly to delays, shortages, and expedite requests.Professional, polite and courteous when working with suppliers and internal stakeholders.Resilient and adaptable, comfortable managing shifting priorities and commercial pressures.Strong commercial awareness when balancing stock availability, cost, and supplier performance.Strong analytical thinking, able to interpret supply chain data and identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Knowledge and experience
Previous experience in a supply chain role.Experience working with overseas suppliers (particularly beneficial where lead times, shipping, and documentation are involved).Experience using Sage 200 is advantageous.Demonstrated ability to handle and resolve supplier queries professionally.
Education and other requirements
Degree-level experience in supply chain management, business, or CIPS (or equivalent).Full UK driving licence.Willingness to work flexibly in line with the demands and needs of the business.
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A highly passionate bunch, our data, analytics and AI team bring our unique software solutions to life. Our mission is to empower our customers and internal stakeholders to improve business performance and minimise risk by providing them with clean, reliable data and analytical models. We are with them to help make informed decisions, deliver a personalised service and automate their workloads. So, in this role you might be building data pipelines, modelling data, developing predictive models or automations for repeatable tasks or creation of data products.
You might be working with stakeholders to understand their intelligence needs, designing and creating report visualisations or creating a new ML model for a key business driver. You could also be working with the software and infrastructure teams to optimise performance and scalability of our systems.
Whatever you’re working on, you’ll be using software development best practice and the latest tools and processes from the Microsoft Azure stack.
What the role involves:
Identifying data sources to meet the organisation's requirement, using evidence-based decision making to establish a rationale for inclusion and exclusion of various data sets and models
Liaising with the client and/or colleagues from other areas of the organisation to establish reporting needs and deliver accurate information
Collecting, compiling and, if needed, cleansing data, such as sales figures, Digital Twins etc. solving any problems that arise, to/from a range of internal and external systems
Creating performance dashboards and reports in the Visualisation and Model Building phase
Supporting the business by maintaining and developing reports for analysis to aid with decisions, and adhering to organisational policy/legislation
Producing a range of standard and non-standard statistical and data analysis reports in the Model Building phase
Identify, analyse, and interpret trends or patterns in data sets · Drawing conclusions/recommend appropriate responses/offer guidance/ interpretation
Summarise and present the results of data analysis to a range of stakeholders, making recommendations
Provide regular reports & analysis to different management/leadership teams, ensuring data is used and represented ethically in line with relevant legislation (e.g. GDPR, which incorporates Privacy by Design)
Ensure data is appropriately stored and archived, in line with relevant legislation
Practise continuous self-learning to keep up to date with technology 100% developments to enhance relevant skills and take responsibility for their own professional development
Training:
The candidate will follow a Level 4 apprenticeship programme and study towards a full standard as a Data Analyst. This training will be structured and delivered by Cheshire College – South & West
If you do not already hold GCSEs at grade A-C / 8-4 in English and maths you may be required to complete Functional Skills in the related subjects to attain Level 2 Functional Skills
Training Outcome:
A full-time role is potentially available on successful completion of apprenticeship
Employer Description:As renowned travel industry heavyweights (if we do say so ourselves), the Travel Innovation Group offers a wealth of unique services via our three companies: Lime, Aviate and Calrom. So, what exactly do we do? We began with our bespoke tech which provides market-leading flight booking systems for the world's leading airlines to the travel trade. Our service is legendary in the industry (for all the right reasons) and thanks to this foundation, our growth continues to sky-rocket with new, exciting products launching regularly, from cruise packages to luxury hotel booking services. What can we say – we’ve always been innovators at heart! While we now have offices, people and partners across the globe, we’re looking for exceptional talent to join us, succeed with us and grow with us at Calrom, Manchester/Ellesmere Port our company developing specialised B2B advanced pricing, booking management and ticketing engines for the airline sector.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, flexible between 08:00 - 20:00, to be agreed with line manager.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Analytical skills,Team working....Read more...
This role offers an excellent entry point into a career in financial crime prevention. As part of the Financial Crime Team, you’ll help ensure effective controls are in place to prevent fraud and financial crime. The team also develops learning materials and resources to equip advisers, approved persons, and colleagues with the knowledge needed to identify potential fraud and follow the correct processes. They provide specialist guidance wherever concerns arise.
As a Financial Crime Apprentice, you will contribute to protecting the business, our customers, and our partners from financial crime risks. You’ll support the detection, investigation, and prevention of fraud, money laundering, and other financial crime activity. The apprenticeship combines practical experience with structured learning, helping you build the skills and expertise needed for a future career in financial crime, risk, or compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Learning the basics of identifying fraud and financial crime prevention.
Assist in reviewing alerts and referrals relating to fraud, money laundering, and other suspicious activity.
Support the analysis of documentation to identify potential signs of financial crime.
Help with investigations by gathering information, organising evidence, and documenting findings.
Provide clear and professional communication when obtaining information needed for financial crime assessments.
Support advisers with guidance on documentation requirements and fraud prevention processes.
Help ensure cases are escalated appropriately to senior team members when required.
Assist in maintaining accurate records and case files to support audits and regulatory requirements.
Support the Financial Crime Manager when presenting to advisers and firms to improve fraud awareness and reduce the risk of financial crime.
Help create and update financial crime-related material published by MAB.
Help produce MI (Management Information) reports on trends, risks, and recurring issues.
Work closely with colleagues across the Financial Crime and Risk & Compliance Team.
Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and improvement projects.
Suggest enhancements to processes, controls, and tools where opportunities arise.
Shadowing the Financial Crime Manager in meetings with stakeholders.
Assist the Financial Crime Manager with other projects/tasks as required/agreed.
Learn communication skills for working with colleagues across all departments.
Learn problem-solving and analytical thinking.
Training:Compliance and Risk Officer Apprenticeship Level 3.
Risk and compliance are a key department in any business. This apprenticeship is designed to give individuals in your organisation the knowledge they need to fully understand the implications for their team, organisation, and industry.
Ideal for those working within a usually FCA, regulated environment, who are in the early stages of their career for spotting risk and compliance issues.
It is particularly beneficial for those individuals who need to understand frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure the business runs effectively. Apprentices will also achieve a qualification from the International Compliance Association (ICA).
Apprentices will choose from the following Mandatory ICA qualification options: International Advanced Certificate in Anti Money Laundering, Advanced Certificate in Managing Fraud or International Advanced Certificate in Regulatory Compliance.
Also included in the apprenticeship:
ICA Public Workshops.
Optional Microsoft Specialist Skills.
Application of skills.
Development Sessions.
Portfolio of Evidence.
Professional Discussion.
Interview.
For each module, learners benefit from attending small, scheduled online classes taught by a subject matter specialist. Each apprentice will also have access to online materials which they will be directed to use. An apprenticeship must be relevant to the job you are undertaking, and you must dedicate 20% of your time towards it. Training Outcome:Financial Crime Analyst.Employer Description:We're transforming our industry with the best mortgage journey, which is only made possible by ensuring we empower our people to be their best at work, aligned to our core values. Our team are connected by our values we call our 'DNA'. Our DNA runs through everything we do at MAB and guides us on our journey for everyone to be their best self. https://www.mortgageadvicebureau.com/recruitment-page/ please see our video here to hear it from our very own people!Working Hours :Monday to Friday. Working hours flexible between 8-9.30am and 4.30-6.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Job Description:
Our client, a well-established investment management firm based in Edinburgh, is seeking an On-going Due Diligence (ODD) Analyst to join their Client Due Diligence team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, providing support on an ongoing project.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced AML/CDD professional to support ongoing client monitoring and regulatory compliance activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting periodic client reviews, maintaining accurate due diligence records and ensuring adherence to relevant AML/CFT regulations and internal policies.
Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will help ensure client files remain up to date, documentation is complete, and risk assessments are appropriately maintained.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Strong working knowledge of AML and client due diligence (CDD) requirements
Minimum three years’ experience in a similar AML/CDD or financial crime role
ICA qualification in AML preferred
Strong attention to detail with the ability to review documentation thoroughly and accurately
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Excellent organisation and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
Strong communication skills and confidence liaising with colleagues across the business
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Good practical knowledge of AML/CFT regulations, guidance and industry working practices
Core Responsibilities:
Conduct periodic AML/KYC client reviews in line with the established review schedule
Review client due diligence documentation to ensure information is accurate, complete and compliant with internal policies and regulatory requirements
Verify identification documentation as part of ongoing client monitoring processes
Carry out screening of relevant individuals and entities using recognised external sources and screening tools
Review recent transactional activity against client profiles
Review client structure charts to ensure all relevant parties are accurately recorded
Liaise with internal stakeholders to obtain updated or missing documentation and ensure remediation points are addressed
Review investment attestations relating to client circumstances
Perform client risk grading reviews and interpret high, medium and low risk CDD factors
Maintain and update periodic review trackers, ensuring progress is monitored and deadlines are met
Manage allocated workloads effectively and support additional administrative tasks as required
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter, and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: (16395)
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
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