Job Description:
Our client, a fast‑growing technology‑driven financial services firm, is seeking an Application Support Analyst to join their Newcastle team.
This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, providing critical application and infrastructure support to ensure operational resilience and business continuity. You will interact closely with both technical teams and business stakeholders, helping to resolve complex incidents and drive continuous improvement.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Experience in a global application support or technical operations role, ideally within financial services.
Strong communication skills with experience engaging business stakeholders, end users, and technical teams.
Familiarity with ITIL frameworks or similar structured support methodologies.
Proficiency in application architecture, relational databases (SQL Server), monitoring tools (Grafana, Prometheus), scheduling tools (Control-M), and operating systems (Windows/Linux).
Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure), container technologies (Kubernetes), and version/issue tracking tools (JIRA, Git, Bitbucket).
First class degree holder within a related field.
Core Responsibilities:
Investigate and resolve business-impacting application and infrastructure incidents.
Identify recurring issues, perform root cause analysis, and coordinate resolutions with development and quantitative teams.
Lead daily incident review calls and maintain clear communication across technical and business teams.
Support change and release activities, ensuring adherence to change management processes and post-change reviews.
Contribute to improving operational efficiency, reliability, and system resilience.
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: 16434
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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About YouDo you enjoy building positive relationships and working collaboratively with a wide range of people? Are you passionate about helping people navigate change and supporting the successful delivery of projects and programmes? Are you confident using tools such as Teams, SharePoint and PowerPoint to support effective collaboration and delivery? If so, read on….We’re looking for a Business Change Analyst to join us at the Mining Remediation Authority at an exciting point in our transformation journey.This is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience supporting a major ERP programme that will change how we work across the organisation. You’ll work closely with a Business Change Manager and play a key role in making sure change lands well with our people – not just on paper, but in practice.Why join us?This is a role where you can genuinely make an impact while building your experience in business change.We know flexibility matters. The 22.5 hours can be worked in a way that fits around your life – whether that’s caring responsibilities, childcare, study, or other commitments. We’re open to different working patterns and happy to have a conversation about what works best for you.You’ll also benefit from:
Hybrid working that supports work–life balanceThe chance to be part of a high-profile ERP transformationRegular exposure to senior stakeholdersA supportive, collaborative and inclusive team environmentThe opportunity to shape how change is delivered and experienced across MRAAbout The RoleAs a Business Change Analyst, you will work in close partnership with the Business Change Manager, supporting the planning, coordination and delivery of change activity across a major ERP programme.You will play an important role in ensuring that new systems and ways of working are effectively embedded by supporting stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and readiness activity across the programme. This is a practical, delivery-focused role where you will gain exposure across the full change lifecycle: from understanding impacts through to supporting adoption and continuous improvement.What you’ll be doingYou will:Support delivery of change activity across the ERP programmeCarry out change impact assessments, analysing ‘as-is’ and ‘to-be’ processes to understand how changes affect teams and ways of workingWork closely with Business Analysts and stakeholders to reflect real operational needsMaintain change plans, trackers and key documentationSupport business readiness activity and identify what’s needed for successful adoptionHelp design and deliver communications, engagement and training materialsWork with our change champion network to keep messaging clear and consistentSupport workshops and engagement sessions, capturing feedback and actionsAnalyse feedback and insights to identify risks, trends and opportunitiesHelp measure what’s working and suggest improvementsWhat we’re looking forWe’re looking for someone who’s organised, proactive and comfortable working with a wide range of people, with a genuine interest in change and transformation.Essential:
Experience supporting business change, projects or programmesStrong written and verbal communication skillsGood organisation and attention to detailAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesStrong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approachConfidence using Microsoft 365 tools (Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint)We don’t expect candidates to meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!To find out more about the role, take a look at the job description. Role location: Schedule:Application closing date: 5th July 2026Sifting date: w/c 6th July 2026Interviews: w/c 13th July 2026 (If you are unavailable on these interview dates, please make us aware, and we will look at alternative dates)Security:Successful candidates must pass basic security checks and will be subject to UK Immigration requirements.About Mining Remediation AuthorityWhy join us?Make a real difference with flexibility, long‑term security and support for life outside work.At the Mining Remediation Authority, you’ll do meaningful work that improves people’s lives and protects the environment, while building a sustainable and balanced career.Flexibility that fits your life – hybrid working and flexibility in how you manage your timeFinancial security for your future – including a pension with up to 29% employer contributionTime to recharge – 27.5 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to flex more daysSupport through life’s big moments – generous family leave and flexibility when you need it mostOpportunities to grow – funded learning, development and professional subscriptionsWellbeing support you can use every day – including a monthly wellbeing allowance, confidential support and practical health benefitsFind out more about our full range of benefits and what it’s like to work with us here Life pageAbout usAt the Mining Remediation Authority, we make a real difference to people and places across Great Britain. From managing mining hazards to protecting the environment, our work keeps communities safe. We’re also playing an exciting role in the future of energy, helping to unlock mine water heat as a sustainable source to support the UK’s net zero ambitions. Our people are knowledgeable, collaborative and committed to doing the right thing for each other and for the communities we serve.Why this mattersYou’ll be joining an organisation that’s proud of the impact we make. We’re supportive, inclusive and genuinely care about delivering the right outcomes for communities across England, Scotland and Wales. Discover more about our work in our Business PlanInclusion matters to usWe’re committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from everyone.We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants and those from minority ethnic backgrounds who meet the minimum criteria.If you need any adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please contact us at Recruitment@MiningRemediation.gov.uk or call 01623 637000 we’re here to support you.....Read more...
Work closely with BCA branches looking after and protecting interest of BCAOS.
Accurately producing daily sales and rostrum reports.
Work with Commercial Team Executives and learn new and improved pricing techniques of pricing vehicles.
Update BCA systems with daily pricing.
Update BCAOS data with daily responses from branches.
Report any vehicles outside of tolerance to Commercial team executives for further investigation.
Chase all missing documents related to vehicles.
Assist in Setup of new accounts.
Ensure all over age vehicles are investigated and Remarketing Managers are provided with swift response so these vehicles can be entered in to sale as soon as possible.
Ensure all customer SLA’s are adhered to and report any delays to senior management for support.
Collate and store all branch responses in orderly manner and keep data base up to date.
Liaise with the Commercial Manager and Commercial Executives to define and deliver commercial KPI’s.
Training:We support all our apprentices not only with work related training, but also with their qualifications. We buddy up new apprentices with more experienced / qualified colleagues and as they grow they can work with more senior people. Support will be given to develop your data analysis skills and your commercial knowledge.
BPP apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by our fully qualified and industry-experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, we’ve purposefully built our programmes around the real-world use of modern technology, so that the skills we create can be directly applied in the workplace.
Throughout the apprenticeship learners receive coaching, help and guidance from a dedicated team who are there to ensure they get the most from their work experience.Training Outcome:There is potential to become a data analyst in the future, progressing to Commercial Executive.Employer Description:At BCA, we’re altogether, more. More than just a normal vehicle remarketing company. More than just any other place to work. We’re Europe's largest vehicle remarketing company, the backbone of the UK’s automotive supply chain, the best place to build the career you want.
BCA provides a comprehensive marketplace for buying and selling used vehicles. Operating across multiple countries, BCA connects manufacturers, fleet operators, leasing companies, and dealers through physical and digital auctions. The business offers end-to-end solutions including vehicle logistics, inspection, appraisal, and data-driven pricing insights, helping partners manage stock efficiently and maximize value in the fast-moving automotive market.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:30.Skills: Problem solving skills,Excel skills,Able to apply solutions,Ability to learn quickly,Active listener,Can do attitude,Team player....Read more...
We are working with a leading provider of specialist cleaning and facilities management solutions. As they continue to expand, they are looking for a detail-oriented Pricing Analyst to bridge the gap between the Sales and Finance teams, ensuring every tender and contract is both competitive and profitable.The Pricing Analyst will be the commercial engine behind the customer proposals. You will take operational data (labor hours, cleaning frequencies, material costs) and financial targets to build accurate, data-driven pricing models. Working directly with the Sales team (to win business) and Finance (to protect margins), you will ensure the business remains the preferred choice for clients without compromising on profitability.Key ResponsibilitiesData Analysis & Pricing (Excel Heavy)
Input, organize, and cleanse large datasets (e.g., square footage, site visit frequencies, wage data) to calculate per-customer cleaning service pricing.Develop and maintain complex Excel pricing models using advanced formulas, VLOOKUPs, and pivot tables to simulate labor scheduling and cost absorption.Analyze historical contract performance to recommend price adjustments for renewals or upsells.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with the Sales team to translate client Requests for Proposals (RFPs) into accurate cost-to-serve models.Work with Finance to embed overhead allocation, National Living Wage changes, and PPE/chemical costs into all pricing templates.Act as the gatekeeper for pricing governance, ensuring no bid goes to a client without a validated margin check.
Template & Tool Management
Maintain and update the business master pricing templates and tools, ensuring they reflect current supplier costs (e.g., janitorial supplies) and labour legislation.Build standardized “what-if” scenarios to help Sales quickly adjust service levels (daily vs. weekly cleaning) without breaking profitability.
Reporting & Insights
Generate weekly/monthly pricing reports to show win/loss ratios by service type and margin leakage.Provide post-bid analyses to explain why certain pricing won or lost a contract, offering actionable insights for future tenders.
Compliance & Governance
Ensure all proposed pricing complies with the business pricing policies, financial targets, and minimum margin thresholds.Maintain an audit trail of pricing versions to support client negotiations.
Qualifications & RequirementsEssential:
Advanced Excel Proficiency – You must be comfortable with nested formulas, pivot tables, data validation, and lookups (INDEX-MATCH/XLOOKUP). Ability to build a dynamic pricing model from scratch is a plus.Numerical Accuracy – Flawless attention to detail; the ability to spot a misaligned decimal or incorrect labor minute before it costs the company thousands.Communication Skills – You can explain to a Salesperson why a price went up (due to travel time, consumables, etc.) without using complex finance jargon.Deadline-Driven – Ability to manage 5+ concurrent pricing requests during peak tender season without sacrificing accuracy.
Desirable (but not required):
Previous experience in Facilities Management, Cleaning, or Logistics (understanding of minimum wage bands, holiday pay accrual, or shift-based staffing).Experience with CRM/ERP systems (e.g., Salesforce, Sage, or Power BI).Basic understanding of UK employment law regarding wage calculations (if UK-based) or relevant local labor laws.
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Job Description:
Our client, a leading investment management firm, is seeking a Compliance Analyst to support the delivery of a broad range of risk management and regulatory compliance activities across the business.
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to further develop their career within Risk & Compliance, gaining exposure to enterprise risk management, regulatory reporting, governance processes and compliance oversight within a regulated financial services environment.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Experience supporting risk management and/or compliance activities within a regulated financial services environment.
Understanding of the asset management industry and associated regulatory requirements.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
Proactive and accountable approach to work, with the confidence to escalate issues when appropriate.
Excellent attention to detail and a professional, conscientious mindset.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
High levels of integrity and ethical conduct.
Core Responsibilities:
Support the ongoing operation and maintenance of the firm's Enterprise Risk Management Framework, associated policies and processes.
Assist with risk event management activities and the monitoring and reporting of key risk indicators.
Support the preparation and delivery of Risk & Compliance reporting for internal governance committees, regulators and clients.
Undertake day-to-day compliance monitoring activities, including personal account dealing, gifts and hospitality, and outside business activities.
Deliver compliance induction training for new employees.
Contribute to client due diligence responses from a Risk & Compliance perspective.
Support the maintenance and administration of Risk & Compliance systems and tools.
Assist with the coordination of internal audit activities and wider Risk & Compliance projects 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: (16503)
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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Job Description:
Our client, a leading investment management firm, is seeking a Compliance Analyst to support the delivery of a broad range of risk management and regulatory compliance activities across the business.
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to further develop their career within Risk & Compliance, gaining exposure to enterprise risk management, regulatory reporting, governance processes and compliance oversight within a regulated financial services environment.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Experience supporting risk management and/or compliance activities within a regulated financial services environment.
Understanding of the asset management industry and associated regulatory requirements.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
Proactive and accountable approach to work, with the confidence to escalate issues when appropriate.
Excellent attention to detail and a professional, conscientious mindset.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
High levels of integrity and ethical conduct.
Core Responsibilities:
Support the ongoing operation and maintenance of the firm's Enterprise Risk Management Framework, associated policies and processes.
Assist with risk event management activities and the monitoring and reporting of key risk indicators.
Support the preparation and delivery of Risk & Compliance reporting for internal governance committees, regulators and clients.
Undertake day-to-day compliance monitoring activities, including personal account dealing, gifts and hospitality, and outside business activities.
Deliver compliance induction training for new employees.
Contribute to client due diligence responses from a Risk & Compliance perspective.
Support the maintenance and administration of Risk & Compliance systems and tools.
Assist with the coordination of internal audit activities and wider Risk & Compliance projects 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: (16503)
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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Providing first line support on all core systems related issues via all the Service Desk’s contact methods
Ensuring all contact with users is recorded accurately in the IT Service Management tool
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 CSOT 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
Occasionally carrying out remote desktop support to resolve minor issues
Ensuring that technical solutions are documented within the IT Service Management tool for future reference
Being an advocate for our users and escalate whenever CSOT support is falling below expected levels, to ensure issues are resolved in acceptable timescales and excellent customer service is delivered
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 CSOT or to help deliver excellent customer service
Supports equality and values diversity, moderates own behaviour to avoid unfair discriminatory impact or bias on others
You will be expected to engage fully with the University of Birmingham apprenticeship scheme, attending mandatory group days and contributing to the successful promotion of the scheme by representing your department in a positive manner
Training:HIT training provide online training and on-site support. This will amount to on average 6 hours per week.Training Outcome:On completion of this apprenticeship, you may be able to progress into one of the following roles:
Support Analyst
Functional Expert
Employer Description: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 :Monday to Friday, 7 hours per day. Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
